In this episode, author Amy Noelle Parks takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade novel, AVERIL OFFLINE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Mar 31, 2024•18 min
In this episode, engineer, television host, science content creator, and author Emily Calandrelli takes us behind the scenes of her new nonfiction book, Stay Curious and Keep Exploring: Next Level : 50 Bigger, Bolder Science Experiments to Do with the Whole Family This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of ...
Mar 13, 2024•17 min
In this episode, comedian, actor, and author Jesús Trejo takes us behind the scenes of his debut picture book, PAPÁ'S MAGICAL WATER-JUG CLOCK. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Feb 25, 2024•16 min
In this episode, award-winning author Ruth Behar takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade historical fiction book, ACROSS SO MANY SEAS. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Feb 16, 2024•20 min
In this episode, author/illustrator Abby Hanlon takes us behind the scenes of her chapter book DORY FANTASMAGORY: CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT YOU. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jan 28, 2024•30 min
In this episode, Colby and Travis look ahead to the new year in children's books. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jan 13, 2024•38 min
In this special extended episode, Colby and Travis discuss the year that was in children's literature. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Dec 22, 2023•52 min
In this episode, author Christina Wyman takes us behind the scenes of her debut middle grade novel, JAWBREAKER. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Dec 08, 2023•17 min
In this episode, Pedro Martín takes us behind the scenes of his graphic novel, MEXIKID This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Nov 28, 2023•25 min
In this episode, creators Jessixa and Aaron Bagley take us behind the scenes of their debut graphic novel, DUEL. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Nov 16, 2023•25 min
In this episode, author Dashka Slater takes us behind the scenes of her book, ACCOUNTABLE: THE TRUE STORY OF A RACIST SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNT AND THE TEENAGERS WHOSE LIVES IT CHANGED. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ...
Oct 29, 2023•29 min
In this episode, Travis takes us behind the scenes of his author/illustrator debut, JUST ONE FLAKE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Oct 08, 2023•25 min
In this episode, author/illustrator Peter Brown takes us behind the scenes of his bestselling WILD ROBOT series, including the latest book, THE WILD ROBOT PROTECTS. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Sep 23, 2023•23 min
In this episode, award-winning author/illustrator Lane Smith takes us behind the scenes of his latest book, STICKLER LOVES THE WORLD. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Sep 09, 2023•30 min
In this episode, author Chris Baron takes us behind the scenes of his middle grade novel THE GRAY. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Aug 18, 2023•22 min
In this episode, author and illustrator Jarrett Lerner takes us behind the scenes of his illustrated novel-in-verse, A WORK IN PROGRESS. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Aug 04, 2023•22 min
Part two of a special LIVE episode. Newbery Medal winner Kate DiCamillo answers speed round questions, and is joined by editor Andrea Tompa to announce a new book: FERRIS. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE...
Jul 20, 2023•21 min
Part one of a special LIVE episode. Newbery Medal winner Kate DiCamillo talks about the 20th anniversary of THE TALE OF DESPEREAUX. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jul 02, 2023•29 min
Rapid-fire Q&A with Laurel Snyder, Lauren Castillo, Brad & Kristi Montague, and M.T. Anderson This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jun 26, 2023•21 min
In this episode author Aubrey Hartman takes us behind the scenes of her debut middle grade novel, THE LION OF LARK-HAYES MANOR. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jun 12, 2023•19 min
Our first-ever all speed round episode! Rapid-fire Q&A with Marla Frazee, Doug Salati, Dan Santat, Amina Luqman-Dawson. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
May 28, 2023•16 min
In this episode, author Laurel Snyder takes us behind the scenes of her upper middle grade novel THE WITCH OF WOODLAND. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
May 14, 2023•19 min
In this episode, author/illustrator Jon Agee takes us behind the scenes of his latest picture book, MY DAD IS A TREE. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Apr 30, 2023•21 min
In this episode, husband and wife collaborators Brad & Kristi Montague take us behind the scenes of their picture book, THE FANTASTIC BUREAU OF IMAGINATION. This episode is sponsored by Candlewick Press , and the picture book THIS IS A STORY , written by John Schu, illustrated by Lauren Castillo. Click here to order a copy. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions o...
Apr 16, 2023•24 min
In this episode, children's literature collaborators (and brothers) Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey take us behind the scenes of their books THE OLD TRUCK and LINK & HUD: HEROES BY A HAIR. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the b...
Mar 26, 2023•32 min
In this episode, 2023 Newbery Medalist Amina Luqman-Dawson takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade novel, FREEWATER. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Mar 12, 2023•24 min
In this episode, Caldecott Medal winner Dan Santat takes us behind the scenes of his graphic novel memoir, A FIRST TIME FOR EVERYTHING. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Feb 25, 2023•32 min
In this episode, author and illustrator Doug Salati takes us behind the scenes of his 2023 Caldecott Medal-winning book, HOT DOG. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Feb 12, 2023•35 min
In this episode, author and illustrator Marla Frazee takes us behind the scenes of her latest picture book, IN EVERY LIFE - a book that was 25 years in the making. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jan 29, 2023•32 min
In this episode, Colby and Travis look ahead to the new year in children's books. This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW , and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try. Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?...
Jan 18, 2023•32 min
