Aimee Brooks, from Banana Slug Books, joined us to share here journey in creative writing, applying for and receiving a SAGA grant, and the creation of Spokane Campfire Stories, a soon to be released anthology of creative writing by Spokane area writers.

You can join Aimee and her team for a Campfire Stories Merch Party at Spokane Print & Publishing Center on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 5 PM to 8 PM.

Look for the release of Spokane Campfire Stories with a Launch Party on Friday, August 22, 2025 from 7 to 10 PM at the Frist Memorial Fireplace at Manito Park.

You can learn more about Aimee's work at Banana Slug Books.

Braxton Jones joined us to share the story of welcoming his first pet, a black cat named Jack. When he and his family welcomed Jack, they also welcomed joy, mischievousness, and a new family member who shares and receives love. To learn more about adopting a pet through the Spokane Humane Society, you can click here.

Braxton Jones is entering the second grade this fall. He is a baseball and soccer player, he loves friends, Minecraft, and Legos, he is a cat enthusiast, and in the opinion of the podcast producer, the best little boy in the world.

Craig Flinn tells the story of taking a job as a restaurant server and finding joy, connection with others, and a mystical moment of seeing the value of every person.

You'll often find Craig Flinn talking with a neighbor and enjoying delicious food.