PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi

Kiddo Finds Inspiration

PJ Library Presents: Afternoons With Mimi

Show Notes

Kiddo is frustrated with his reading assignment--it's so tough and he just wants to quit. Mimi has encouraging words and a very special story to turn things around. Today's episode features the book Live Your Dream: The Story of a Jewish Basketball All-Star written by Tamir Goodman, illustrated by Jim Madsen, and published by PJ Publishing.

Afternoons With Mimi is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Lyrics by Alli Thresher, composed and arranged by Hovav PallerPerformed by Deirdre Wade Cast: Kiddo: Percy Blythe Mimi: Deirdre Wade

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