Episode 199: Drawing Inspiration: an Interview with Forrest Dickison, Author of Crispin’s Rainy Day

In this episode, we sit down with Forrest Dickison—illustrator, artist, and now author of the delightful new children’s book, Crispin’s Rainy Day. Forrest shares his journey from illustrator to author, and we dive into his creative process, his inspirations, and the magic of storytelling for kids.

Expect plenty of laughs as we sprinkle in dad jokes, discuss the joy (and challenge) of sharing our passions with our kids, and, of course, talk about the epic adventure in Crispin’s Rainy Day. Imagine frog pirates braving the high seas, battling dragons, and searching for the mythical Lightning Blade—Forrest brings it all to life with humor and heart.

Tune in for an episode packed with creativity, parenting insights, and a whole lot of fun! Go to TopDadpod.com to see how you can get a copy of Crispin’s Rainy Day.

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