Crafting Stories Beyond Happy Endings: A Conversation with Pamela Muñoz Ryan | Beyond Hope Project

Beyond Hope Project with Jason Tharp

Dive deep into the world of storytelling with Pamela Muñoz Ryan, the acclaimed author behind ‘Echo’ and ‘Esperanza Rising,’ on the Beyond Hope Project podcast. Discover her journey from humble beginnings to literary acclaim, her unique approach to weaving narratives that don’t always tie up in a perfect bow but inspire strength and perseverance. Learn how failure shaped her path and why putting one foot in front of the other is the key to overcoming challenges and crafting stories that resonate across ages.
ABOUT PAMELA:
Pam Muñoz Ryan is an American author and the 2018 U.S. nominee for the international Hans Christian Andersen Award. She is the author of ECHO, a Newbery Honor book and the recipient of the Kirkus Prize. She has written over forty books, including the novels ESPERANZA RISING, BECOMING NAOMI LEÓN, RIDING FREEDOM, PAINT THE WIND, THE DREAMER, ECHO, MAN-YANNA-LAND, and SOLIMAR. She is the author recipient of the National Education Association’s Civil and Human Rights Award, the Virginia Hamilton Literary Award for Multicultural Literature, and is twice the recipient of the Pura Belpré Medal and the Willa Cather Award.
CONNECT WITH PAMELA:
✩ Website: https://www.pammunozryan.com
✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pammunozryan
✩ X (Twitter) @PamMunozRyan
CONNECT WITH JASON:
✩ Website - https://www.jasontharp.com
✩ BHP - https://www.beyondhopeproject.com
✩ Beyond Hope Project Podcast - https://www.jasontharp.com/podcast
✩ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wondervillestudios/
✩ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/wondervillestudios
✩ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thepowerupproject?_t=8e4jxMT9QFP&_r=1
✩ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/beyondhopeproject
OFFICIAL SHOP & BOOKSTORE:
📚 https://www.jasontharp.com/shop
MEET JASON:
Hi, I’m Jason!
Ever since I was six, I knew I was born to tell stories. As a best-selling author, illustrator, and sought-after speaker, I've turned my personal battles with grade four brain cancer, obesity, and negative self-talk into fuel for transformation. My keynotes don't just talk—they spark potential, ignite creativity, and build resilience. If you're ready for an engaging experience that challenges the status quo and propels your organization to new heights, let's turn your 'impossible today' into 'possible tomorrow' together!
For more information or to partner with me - https://www.jasontharp.com/bookjason