E Train Talks Books
@etraintalks.bsky.social
E Train Talks Inc. is a 501©(3) literacy nonprofit. Founded by Ethan, a 14-year-old award-winning literacy advocate, book reviewer & podcaster.
E Train Talks is turning pages and changing lives, one story at a time! www.etraintalks.com
E Train Talks is turning pages and changing lives, one story at a time! www.etraintalks.com
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Welp! I made it! Hi #book friends, I'm E Train, a 13-year-old #literacyadvocate, #author interviewer (I've interviewed 200 #MGLit writers) & the founder/CEO of the 501c3 nonprofit "E Train Talks, Inc." I'm excited to be here!
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Just dropped an awesome talk with NYT Bestselling author @lancerubinparty.bsky.social We dive into the world of A & his incredible books, including his new #MGLit ZED MOONSTEIN MAKES A FRIEND! Plus, We’ll get a sneak peek into his upcoming YA novel 16 FOREVER! Check it out! youtu.be/KNodkVZG12g?...
My Interview With New York Times Bestselling Author of YA & Middle-Grade, Lance Rubin!
YouTube video by E Train Talks Books!
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December 19, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Just dropped an awesome talk with NYT Bestselling author @lancerubinparty.bsky.social We dive into the world of A & his incredible books, including his new #MGLit ZED MOONSTEIN MAKES A FRIEND! Plus, We’ll get a sneak peek into his upcoming YA novel 16 FOREVER! Check it out! youtu.be/KNodkVZG12g?...
On this special 1st day of Hanukkah, I’m celebrating the season with a story that gives readers a dash of holiday light mixed with a spoonful of Hanukkah History, this is my read aloud of BEAM OF LIGHT: THE STORY OF THE FIRST WHITE HOUSE MENORAH by @elisaboxer.bsky.social 🕎
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E Train's Read Aloud of BEAM OF LIGHT: THE STORY OF THE FIRST WHITE HOUSE MENORAH
YouTube video by E Train Talks Books!
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December 16, 2025 at 12:28 AM
On this special 1st day of Hanukkah, I’m celebrating the season with a story that gives readers a dash of holiday light mixed with a spoonful of Hanukkah History, this is my read aloud of BEAM OF LIGHT: THE STORY OF THE FIRST WHITE HOUSE MENORAH by @elisaboxer.bsky.social 🕎
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Within the pages of @lynnekelly.bsky.social’s newest MGLit story, THREE BLUE HEARTS, readers discover that it might be difficult, but worth it, to find your own voice & follow your heart, even when it seems impossible. A meaningful story full of inspiration & heart! 10/10
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My Book Review of the beautiful book THREE BLUE HEARTS by author Lynne Kelly!
YouTube video by E Train Talks Books!
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December 13, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Within the pages of @lynnekelly.bsky.social’s newest MGLit story, THREE BLUE HEARTS, readers discover that it might be difficult, but worth it, to find your own voice & follow your heart, even when it seems impossible. A meaningful story full of inspiration & heart! 10/10
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We’re just a few days away from the “Festival of Lights,” a time when families come together to celebrate the miracle of the oil. Hanukkah is my favorite holiday & so many authors have written fabulous stories celebrating the occasion, so I’m combining two of my favorite things. Hanukkah and books!
December 11, 2025 at 5:38 PM
We’re just a few days away from the “Festival of Lights,” a time when families come together to celebrate the miracle of the oil. Hanukkah is my favorite holiday & so many authors have written fabulous stories celebrating the occasion, so I’m combining two of my favorite things. Hanukkah and books!
WELCOME TO MY HANUKKAH HEROES 2025 AUTHOR PANEL! In this video, I'm speaking with 5 wonderful storytellers who bring to life the sweetest & most meaningful Festival of Lights books. 🕎 youtu.be/OyaE1Ez4OZE?...
@kerryolitzky.bsky.social @jewishbookcouncil.bsky.social #booksky #podcast
@kerryolitzky.bsky.social @jewishbookcouncil.bsky.social #booksky #podcast
E Train Talks Hanukkah Heroes 2025 Author Panel!
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December 10, 2025 at 6:34 PM
WELCOME TO MY HANUKKAH HEROES 2025 AUTHOR PANEL! In this video, I'm speaking with 5 wonderful storytellers who bring to life the sweetest & most meaningful Festival of Lights books. 🕎 youtu.be/OyaE1Ez4OZE?...
@kerryolitzky.bsky.social @jewishbookcouncil.bsky.social #booksky #podcast
@kerryolitzky.bsky.social @jewishbookcouncil.bsky.social #booksky #podcast
Grab your latkes & sufganiyot because the Hanukkah season is here! To help me kick off the festivities, I’m joined by 5 incredible authors whose books shine bright with the magic of Hanukkah.🕎 youtu.be/OyaE1Ez4OZE?...
@henryherz.bsky.social @darahenrywrites.bsky.social @janieemaus.bsky.social
@henryherz.bsky.social @darahenrywrites.bsky.social @janieemaus.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Grab your latkes & sufganiyot because the Hanukkah season is here! To help me kick off the festivities, I’m joined by 5 incredible authors whose books shine bright with the magic of Hanukkah.🕎 youtu.be/OyaE1Ez4OZE?...
@henryherz.bsky.social @darahenrywrites.bsky.social @janieemaus.bsky.social
@henryherz.bsky.social @darahenrywrites.bsky.social @janieemaus.bsky.social
This is so incredible! Thank you & your amazing students for making and sharing so much @givingtuesday.bsky.social bookmark joy!
@etraintalks.bsky.social thank you for the inspiration! I am SO proud of my middle school students. They made *435* kindness bookmarks for Giving Tuesday. They voted to donate them to The Valerie Fund Children’s Cancer Centers. Here are some of the bookmarks:
December 3, 2025 at 3:17 AM
This is so incredible! Thank you & your amazing students for making and sharing so much @givingtuesday.bsky.social bookmark joy!
Watch my talk with the mayor of my hometown of Sacramento, Kevin McCarty. Elected in 2024, Mayor McCarty grew up in Sacramento & even attended the same middle school I did. I’m thrilled to share Mayor McCarty’s thoughts on education, literacy & issues that matter. QBfqL5pMYC8?si=ASerW52olM5FnFqt
E Train Talks with Sacramento Mayor Kevin McCarty!
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December 1, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Watch my talk with the mayor of my hometown of Sacramento, Kevin McCarty. Elected in 2024, Mayor McCarty grew up in Sacramento & even attended the same middle school I did. I’m thrilled to share Mayor McCarty’s thoughts on education, literacy & issues that matter. QBfqL5pMYC8?si=ASerW52olM5FnFqt
Giving Tuesday is on Dec. 2nd & as a Giving Tuesday Spark leader I run a kindness initiative, where kids, teachers & community members create inspiring bookmarks to share. I’m grateful for everyone who’s signed up to help me spread positivity! There’s still time to join in! youtu.be/XCqNBUmgeJI?...
Kindness, the Gift that Keeps on Giving!
YouTube video by E Train Talks Books!
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November 30, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Giving Tuesday is on Dec. 2nd & as a Giving Tuesday Spark leader I run a kindness initiative, where kids, teachers & community members create inspiring bookmarks to share. I’m grateful for everyone who’s signed up to help me spread positivity! There’s still time to join in! youtu.be/XCqNBUmgeJI?...
For the second year in a row, E Train Talks has been voted Sacramento’s #1 Youth Development Program! I’m unbelievably grateful to everyone who voted for me. I plan to continue spreading book joy to kids everywhere, especially to kids who lack reading resources! @sacbee.com #booksky
November 18, 2025 at 4:30 PM
For the second year in a row, E Train Talks has been voted Sacramento’s #1 Youth Development Program! I’m unbelievably grateful to everyone who voted for me. I plan to continue spreading book joy to kids everywhere, especially to kids who lack reading resources! @sacbee.com #booksky
Happy Monday! I have the perfect story to kick off your week. DUDE. BE NICE, by author Sarah Scheerger!
Scheerger took inspiration from the “Dude. Be Nice” organization when writing this sweet picture book & in my eyes, she perfectly embodied what they stands for. KINDNESS! youtu.be/-X4OoI9wTp8?...
Scheerger took inspiration from the “Dude. Be Nice” organization when writing this sweet picture book & in my eyes, she perfectly embodied what they stands for. KINDNESS! youtu.be/-X4OoI9wTp8?...
My Picture Book Read Aloud of DUDE BE NICE Written by Sarah Scheerger & Pictures by Alex MacNaughton
YouTube video by E Train Talks: All About Books!
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November 3, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Happy Monday! I have the perfect story to kick off your week. DUDE. BE NICE, by author Sarah Scheerger!
Scheerger took inspiration from the “Dude. Be Nice” organization when writing this sweet picture book & in my eyes, she perfectly embodied what they stands for. KINDNESS! youtu.be/-X4OoI9wTp8?...
Scheerger took inspiration from the “Dude. Be Nice” organization when writing this sweet picture book & in my eyes, she perfectly embodied what they stands for. KINDNESS! youtu.be/-X4OoI9wTp8?...
🕎CALL FOR HANUKKAH CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHORS!🕎
Hanukkah begins this year on the evening of Sun, Dec 14th and ends on Mon, Dec 22, 2025, and I’m celebrating by hosting a special Q&A podcast with Hanukkah storytellers! Find out more or sign up at: forms.gle/TcNX6DbbShg2...
#booksky #authors #podcast
Hanukkah begins this year on the evening of Sun, Dec 14th and ends on Mon, Dec 22, 2025, and I’m celebrating by hosting a special Q&A podcast with Hanukkah storytellers! Find out more or sign up at: forms.gle/TcNX6DbbShg2...
#booksky #authors #podcast
October 29, 2025 at 8:24 PM
🕎CALL FOR HANUKKAH CHILDREN’S BOOK AUTHORS!🕎
Hanukkah begins this year on the evening of Sun, Dec 14th and ends on Mon, Dec 22, 2025, and I’m celebrating by hosting a special Q&A podcast with Hanukkah storytellers! Find out more or sign up at: forms.gle/TcNX6DbbShg2...
#booksky #authors #podcast
Hanukkah begins this year on the evening of Sun, Dec 14th and ends on Mon, Dec 22, 2025, and I’m celebrating by hosting a special Q&A podcast with Hanukkah storytellers! Find out more or sign up at: forms.gle/TcNX6DbbShg2...
#booksky #authors #podcast
This was a such a special week, I had the chance to read a meaningful story, craft @givingtuesday.bsky.social kindness bookmarks, and give 65 second graders each their own eco-friendly brand new picture book!
October 25, 2025 at 9:59 PM
This was a such a special week, I had the chance to read a meaningful story, craft @givingtuesday.bsky.social kindness bookmarks, and give 65 second graders each their own eco-friendly brand new picture book!
Thanks to an incredible grant through @givingtuesday.bsky.social, I had the chance to form a teen giving circle. I partnered w/a local Scouts troop to give to a Sacramento nonprofit. Last night, we took our final vote on which organization to support! The winning nonprofit will be revealed soon!
October 22, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Thanks to an incredible grant through @givingtuesday.bsky.social, I had the chance to form a teen giving circle. I partnered w/a local Scouts troop to give to a Sacramento nonprofit. Last night, we took our final vote on which organization to support! The winning nonprofit will be revealed soon!
I spoke with over 100 amazing 1st, 4th & 5th graders at a local Sacramento elementary school. We talked about our favorite #kidlit books, shared smiles & spread @givingtuesday.bsky.social bookmark joy! Each student was given a brand new story to keep & cherish.📚❤️
October 14, 2025 at 3:54 PM
I spoke with over 100 amazing 1st, 4th & 5th graders at a local Sacramento elementary school. We talked about our favorite #kidlit books, shared smiles & spread @givingtuesday.bsky.social bookmark joy! Each student was given a brand new story to keep & cherish.📚❤️
Today I gave over 100 new books to 1st, 4th & 5th graders at a local Sacramento elementary school. I read a story, talked about the magic of books & shared my bookmark initiative! Stories have the power to change lives & If I can inspire even one child to read, I know I’m on the right path!
October 13, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Today I gave over 100 new books to 1st, 4th & 5th graders at a local Sacramento elementary school. I read a story, talked about the magic of books & shared my bookmark initiative! Stories have the power to change lives & If I can inspire even one child to read, I know I’m on the right path!
The books in this video are heading to local classrooms of 1st, 4th & 5th graders, each with a special Giving Tuesday handwritten inspirational bookmark crafted by children from all over the country! ❤️📚
@flamelauthor.bsky.social @rickriordan.bsky.social
@firstbook.org @givingtuesday.bsky.social
@flamelauthor.bsky.social @rickriordan.bsky.social
@firstbook.org @givingtuesday.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 4:02 AM
The books in this video are heading to local classrooms of 1st, 4th & 5th graders, each with a special Giving Tuesday handwritten inspirational bookmark crafted by children from all over the country! ❤️📚
@flamelauthor.bsky.social @rickriordan.bsky.social
@firstbook.org @givingtuesday.bsky.social
@flamelauthor.bsky.social @rickriordan.bsky.social
@firstbook.org @givingtuesday.bsky.social
Celebrating diversity is something I take very seriously on my reading journey & I’m very happy to share a #Spanish read-aloud of the new multilingual picture book, BABY BALLENA by Award-winning author Mister G & illustrated by Marcos Almada Rivero.
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My “Spanish” Read Aloud of the Bilingual Picture Book BABY BALLENA!
YouTube video by E Train Talks: All About Books!
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October 12, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Celebrating diversity is something I take very seriously on my reading journey & I’m very happy to share a #Spanish read-aloud of the new multilingual picture book, BABY BALLENA by Award-winning author Mister G & illustrated by Marcos Almada Rivero.
youtu.be/5j1r3h5OsNA?... #spanish #booksky #kidlit
youtu.be/5j1r3h5OsNA?... #spanish #booksky #kidlit
In my new video, I'm celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Newbery Medal-Winning #kidlit author Meg Medina! youtu.be/_XH1IUKIUlE
Meg’s diverse stories beautifully explore themes of identity, family, culture & growing up, leaving a lasting impression on readers of all ages. Watch & learn more.
Meg’s diverse stories beautifully explore themes of identity, family, culture & growing up, leaving a lasting impression on readers of all ages. Watch & learn more.
My Interview With Author & 2023/24 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, Meg Medina!
YouTube video by E Train Talks: All About Books!
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October 10, 2025 at 5:11 PM
In my new video, I'm celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Newbery Medal-Winning #kidlit author Meg Medina! youtu.be/_XH1IUKIUlE
Meg’s diverse stories beautifully explore themes of identity, family, culture & growing up, leaving a lasting impression on readers of all ages. Watch & learn more.
Meg’s diverse stories beautifully explore themes of identity, family, culture & growing up, leaving a lasting impression on readers of all ages. Watch & learn more.
It’s time to kickoff my @givingtuesday.bsky.social Bookmark initiative! From now until 22/2/25, I’m spreading kindness with students, teachers, librarians & readers across the country. This year the theme is “BE KIND TO THE EARTH!” First 5 to sigh up their class get a book!
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October 1, 2025 at 5:43 PM
It’s time to kickoff my @givingtuesday.bsky.social Bookmark initiative! From now until 22/2/25, I’m spreading kindness with students, teachers, librarians & readers across the country. This year the theme is “BE KIND TO THE EARTH!” First 5 to sigh up their class get a book!
forms.gle/tCUsrGHDcrPr...
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This is my interview with #1 NYT Bestselling Author @joshmensch.bsky.social. Josh writes gripping historical nonfiction stories that reveal & uncover fascinating secret plots and assassination attempts that aren't what you'll find in the usual history books! A must watch➡️ youtu.be/XyDLE0ZhUvE?...
My Interview with #1 NYT Bestselling Author & Documentary Producer Josh Mensch!
YouTube video by E Train Talks: All About Books!
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September 29, 2025 at 5:39 PM
This is my interview with #1 NYT Bestselling Author @joshmensch.bsky.social. Josh writes gripping historical nonfiction stories that reveal & uncover fascinating secret plots and assassination attempts that aren't what you'll find in the usual history books! A must watch➡️ youtu.be/XyDLE0ZhUvE?...
Happy New Year! Shanah Tovah! This is my read aloud of TWO NEW YEARS by author Richard Ho
& pictures by @lynndoodles.bsky.social This is the story of a family that comes from two diverse cultures, celebrates two festive Lunar New Years & has many beautiful traditions.
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& pictures by @lynndoodles.bsky.social This is the story of a family that comes from two diverse cultures, celebrates two festive Lunar New Years & has many beautiful traditions.
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My Rosh Hashanah Read Aloud of TWO NEW YEARS by Author Richard Ho and Illustrated by Lynn Scurfield
YouTube video by E Train Talks: All About Books!
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September 22, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Happy New Year! Shanah Tovah! This is my read aloud of TWO NEW YEARS by author Richard Ho
& pictures by @lynndoodles.bsky.social This is the story of a family that comes from two diverse cultures, celebrates two festive Lunar New Years & has many beautiful traditions.
youtu.be/YWpoXUQO_xc?...
& pictures by @lynndoodles.bsky.social This is the story of a family that comes from two diverse cultures, celebrates two festive Lunar New Years & has many beautiful traditions.
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Happy International Day of Peace! To commemorate, I’m reading THE STORY AND SCIENCE OF HOPE by author @andreapcurtis.bsky.social & illustrated by
Ana Suárez.
“ Hope is more than a feeling. It is a powerful tool to improve our lives and those of our neighbors, friends, and even the planet.”
Ana Suárez.
“ Hope is more than a feeling. It is a powerful tool to improve our lives and those of our neighbors, friends, and even the planet.”
September 21, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Happy International Day of Peace! To commemorate, I’m reading THE STORY AND SCIENCE OF HOPE by author @andreapcurtis.bsky.social & illustrated by
Ana Suárez.
“ Hope is more than a feeling. It is a powerful tool to improve our lives and those of our neighbors, friends, and even the planet.”
Ana Suárez.
“ Hope is more than a feeling. It is a powerful tool to improve our lives and those of our neighbors, friends, and even the planet.”
I’ve recorded over 150 interviews & every podcast closes with the same question. Author Kate DiCamillo’s answer to my question, “If you could be or meet any literary character, who would it be and why?” is the most touching.📚♥️
Be sure to watch the full interview.
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#booksky
Be sure to watch the full interview.
youtu.be/UZoJNvF5sng?...
#booksky
September 19, 2025 at 2:34 PM
I’ve recorded over 150 interviews & every podcast closes with the same question. Author Kate DiCamillo’s answer to my question, “If you could be or meet any literary character, who would it be and why?” is the most touching.📚♥️
Be sure to watch the full interview.
youtu.be/UZoJNvF5sng?...
#booksky
Be sure to watch the full interview.
youtu.be/UZoJNvF5sng?...
#booksky
I had the incredible honor of interviewing 2X Newbery Award-Winning author Kate DiCamillo! I’m so grateful! This is one talk you don’t want to miss!♥️📚 youtu.be/UZoJNvF5sng?...
@finnpartnerssg.bsky.social @candlewickpress.bsky.social
@finnpartnerssg.bsky.social @candlewickpress.bsky.social
Celebrating 25 Years of BECASUE OF WINN-DIXIE with Newbery Medalist, Author Kate DiCamillo
YouTube video by E Train Talks: All About Books!
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September 16, 2025 at 4:34 PM
I had the incredible honor of interviewing 2X Newbery Award-Winning author Kate DiCamillo! I’m so grateful! This is one talk you don’t want to miss!♥️📚 youtu.be/UZoJNvF5sng?...
@finnpartnerssg.bsky.social @candlewickpress.bsky.social
@finnpartnerssg.bsky.social @candlewickpress.bsky.social