Little Author, Big Imagination

Little Author, Big Imagination

0:22:27 2026

An imaginary friend, a big adventure, and a little girl with stories to share—meet Ari Smith, the young published author behind Ari and Yo-Yo. From helping write her book and design its characters to creating a YouTube cartoon series and sharing her story at elementary school readings, Ari opens up about bringing her imagination to life. Tune in for a heartwarming conversation that reminds dreamers of every age that creativity can start something extraordinary.

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