I Am Adventure Books in the Media
Explore interviews, podcasts, articles, and media features with I Am Adventure Books author Josh Shelton and illustrator Sam Pullenza. Discover the inspiration behind their meaningful children’s books about confidence, imagination, mindfulness, connection, and belonging.
Featured Interviews & Conversations
The Story Behind I Am Adventure Books
Step inside the world of I Am Adventure Books and
meet author Josh Shelton as he shares the inspiration behind these meaningful children’s stories.
This short documentary explores how the books came to life—and the deeper purpose guiding each one: helping children build confidence, understand their emotions, explore their imagination, and feel more connected to
themselves and the world around them.
Global Book Network Interview
Author Josh Shelton joins the Global Book Network to explore the heart of Just Be—a meaningful children’s book about slowing down, noticing our thoughts, and discovering the peace already within us. Josh shares the personal experiences and deeper message that inspired this story of mindfulness, authenticity, and self-awareness.
Press, Podcasts & Features
I Am Adventure Books was featured in Dr. Bruce Lipton’s newsletter spotlight, sharing our mission to create meaningful stories that nurture awareness, connection, and positive change.
Faith and Common Ground
Josh Shelton and Sam Pullenza join Faith and Common Ground for a conversation about meaningful storytelling, imagination, connection, and the ideas at the heart of I Am Adventure Books.
Upgraded Living
Upgraded Living featured author Josh Shelton and illustrator Sam Pullenza in a two-page article exploring their creative partnership and the inspiration behind I Am Adventure Books.
Read the 2025 publisher press release introducing the continued journey of I Am Adventure Books and its growing collection of meaningful stories for children and families.
Nancy's Bookshelf
NPR interview with Josh Shelton. Launch of JUST BE.
Author Josh Shelton joins Nancy’s Bookshelf on North State Public Radio to discuss the launch of Just Be and its message of mindfulness, presence, and inner peace.
Media Inquiries
Interested in featuring I Am Adventure Books?Author Josh Shelton and illustrator
Sam Pullenza are available for interviews, podcasts, articles, speaking
opportunities, and conversations about meaningful children’s literature,
mindfulness, imagination, emotional awareness, and the stories that
help shape a child’s inner voice.
To explore a media opportunity, contact Josh and Sam at: iamadventurebooks@gmail.com
