Cuddle Up: Catholic Storytime

Join a quirky group of monks as they battle hunger, storms, and cranky friars in these three adorable short stories: The Monks Daily Bread, The Monks Stormy Night, and The Monks Make Amends. Plus, listen to a fascinating interview with author Sylvia, who is the wife of a Byzantine Catholic priest, an incredible witness on iconography, and so much more! Join Gracie's book recommendation email...

The Apostles were gathered in prayer and then... BOOM! Just in time for Pentecost, enjoy this dynamic retelling of the Holy Spirit and His work throughout history. There are saints, there's wind, there's fire! Author Gracie and illustrator Ted share stories of the book's creation. Join Gracie's book recommendation email list Get a signed copy of The Holy Spirit book here ! List...

Jack wants to be a superhero! What happens when he finds a hero… in his very own church? Our great friend Katie Warner, always a joy, joins for this sweet vocational read aloud.  Join Gracie’s book recommendation email list Find all Katie’s books and resources here  

Come along with us on an adventure! On this whimsical journey with God, become a farmer, a baker, an astronaut, and everything in between! Author-illustrator Frank Fraser reads his imaginative pro-life story.  Find Frank's books here

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day! When a sneaky little pick-pocketing leprechaun gets caught, his run-in with St. Patrick changes his life! Author Elise joins for this colorful and creative story. 

A book on St. Joseph that truly does him honor! Prolific and beloved author Emily Stimpson Chapman talks St. Joseph, family life, and working with theologian Scott Hahn.  Book releases March 19th! Preorder it here Emily's Word on Fire Children's Bible Emily's Website

The queen of seasonal stories is back with the perfect Lent read! Louie’s whole class is giving something up. But he can’t think of anything! Claudia McAdam reads her Lenten story in perfect timing for Ash Wednesday.  Visit Claudia’s website for books, trailers and freebies. 

Welcome to Season 2! Want to play a guessing game? Play along with this interactive children's book written by my own little daughter!  Send me/Josie an email to: cuddleuppodcast@gmail.com  Buy Katie Warner's son's book on Amazon   Listen to Katie Warner's Salvation History Story Time episode   Listen to Fabiola Garza's Princesses of Heaven episode

Our first ever Swiss Guard on the podcast! Andreas and his wonderful wife (and author) Michelle join to share never-before-heard stories of St. John Paul II and more in this charming Christmas story.  Buy The Too Tall Swiss Guard here Follow Michelle on Instagram here

Christmas in Heaven-- have you ever imagined it? Bestselling author Anthony Destefano is back to discuss saints, Christmas, and being a pilot! Listen to Anthony read Our Lady's Wardrobe 

Welcome to the Catholic "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!" Chase the Pope and his puppy through this fun "tour of Rome" and then hop along with the saints in a sort of "tour through Heaven!" Pope Leo received his copy of If the Pope had a Puppy at last week's Wednesday audience and gave it a huge thumbs up. Now you get to read it, too! Our lovely friend Katie Warner...

Our All Saint’s Day episode is here! Find new favorites from among the many saints mentioned and hear author/illustrator Kortnee’s “rapid fire” answers to some saintly questions!  Find Kortnee's book and products here Join Gracie's Book Recommendation Email list here

Which pope piloted a helicopter? How did elephants get into the Vatican Gardens? And why the Swiss to guard the Pope? You'll find out in this treasure trove of fun facts about the papacy! Author Colleen Pressprich joins to read and share her new exciting series.  Buy OSV Discover: The Pope here Find Colleen's free activities and resources here Join Gracie's Book Rec. Email List here

Happy canonization, Sts. Pier Giorgio and Carlo! In honor of our new modern-day saints, come along on this read-aloud about recent saints. Hearing John Paul II’s voice never gets old!  Get Saintly Rhymes Here   Join Gracie’s email list here

Are we in a garden or reading a book? Jump into the Bible like never before with this interactive read aloud by our good friend, Katie Warner! Get Salvation History Story Time Here Join Katie’s Email List   Join Gracie’s Book Email List  

Back from summer break! Dive into Marian apparitions with award-winning author Anthony Destefano and his best-selling story on Our Lady.  Buy Our Lady's Wardrobe here Buy Travel Guide to Heaven here Join Gracie's Book Rec. Email List here

Step into the wonderfully whimsical world of author/illustrator Fabiola Garza! In this special interview-only episode, Fabiola answers all your questions about her famously beautiful Princesses of Heaven: The Flowers.  RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book!  BONUS book recommendation chat w/ Fabiola: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcast Join Gracie’s book recommendation e...

Lions and bears and snails... OH MY! This adventurous animal-packed story is a metaphor for Heaven and we have author/illustrator Fr. Peregrine Fletcher here to tell us all about it! RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book!  BONUS (Video) Chat w/ Fr. Peregrine: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcast Buy The Snail and the King Here Buy My Name is Philomena Here Book is publish...

Bees, baseball, and books- we cover it all! You might end up with a Mary garden at the end of it, too. Author Neena joins for the most interesting talk and read aloud of her story. RING ME at 269-340-0656 and share your favorite Catholic children’s book!  BONUS (Video) Chat w/ Neena Gaynor: Patreon.com/CuddleUpPodcast Book is published by TAN Books. Buy it here Follow Neena on Instagram @neenagayn...

Join along and shout “YES!” in this interactive read-aloud of Gracie’s book on Mary. Our good friend of the show (and best-selling author!) Katie Warner guest-hosts.  ENTER BOOK GIVEAWAY HERE   Buy When Mary Says Yes here Listen to Katie’s Lily Lolek episode on Cuddle Up here   When Mary Says Yes is published by OSV Kids.

How is a new pope chosen? Join us in prayer for Pope Francis and discover how the Holy Spirit guides the Church in selecting our next Holy Father. Original Release, Oct. 1, 2024: It's time to elect a pope! Follow the cardinals right into the Sistine Chapel and discover the beautiful process of choosing a new leader for the Church. Author Katie Bogner joins to read aloud her story. Curious abo...

Listen-- do you hear that? It's God's voice! When God speaks, do you know what happens? Find out in this heartwarming read aloud with author Hunter Leonard. Buy Hunter's Book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/42FMY0b Hunter's Book through Our Sunday Visitor: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/when-god-speaks.html Visit Hunter's website: https://www.sacredvision.org

A Shroud of Turin story! Follow young Shira through Jerusalem as she experiences the passion, death and resurrection of Jesus… and finds another miracle along the way!  Author Claudia Cangilla McAdam joins to read.  Buy The Wordless Weaver here   Claudia’s website  

It’s our lucky day! In this St. Patrick’s Day special, join tricky leprechaun Finnius in his pickpocketing adventures and watch as his greedy heart becomes as pure as gold… thanks to a special friend— St. Patrick!  Buy the book here Follow Elise on Instagram: @elisedanielauthor Follow illustrator Tara: @tarawrightstudio

Are you ready for Lent? Journey through the Triduum with author Katie Bogner and discover the BEST all-encompassing book on Lent you can find! Buy Katie's book here: https://stpaulcenter.com/allaboutlent/ (use code Gracie15 for 15% off!) Here Katie read We Have a Pope on Cuddle Up Follow Emmaus Road and Katie Bogner on Instagram: @emmausroadpublishing and @katherine.bogner