Diversity in children’s publishing has been a big topic in recent months. Megan has tips for ensuring your library – school or home – is diverse and inclusive, as well as recommending some favourite books. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison chats with Gabriel Bergmoser about his debut middle-grade novel ‘Andromache Between Worlds’, writing great dialogue and handling scene-stealing characters. Plus, Megan discusses the DANZ Award shortlist and Allison is raving about a new middle-grade title. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison and Megan discuss books for kids about love, in all its various forms. Plus, Megan has an announcement! Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Victoria Carless, chatting about her new middle-grade novel Lani and The Universe, science versus nature, and what happens when plans go awry. Plus, Author Swallows Record – Megan takes on Trent Dalton. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
We go behind the scenes of Megan Daley's debut picture book THE BEEHIVE, with a roundtable discussion between Allison, Megan and illustrator Max Hamilton. If you've ever wondered how a picture book is created, this one is for you! Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with author and illustrator Sheena Dempsey, chatting about creating graphic novels, time-travelling penguins and lockdown projects that take on a life of their own. Plus, Megan has tips for culling your home library collection – and packing books for moving. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Back in business for 2024, Megan and Allison share tips to help you set kids up for a great reading year, at home and at school, including tweens and teens. Plus, top tips for starting a book club for (and with) your young readers. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
In this special summer mini-series, Allison takes you behind the books and behind the scenes of the Australian children’s publishing world. In this final episode, she chats to award-winning book designer and illustrator Astred Hicks. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
In this special summer mini-series, Allison takes you behind the books and behind the scenes of the Australian children’s publishing world. In this episode, she chats to literary agent Annabel Barker about how she chooses the works she’ll champion on their path to publication. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
In this special summer mini-series, Allison takes you behind the books and behind the scenes of the Australian children’s publishing world. In this episode, she chats to illustrator Tony Flowers about indie-publishing a picture book, taking your work to the world, and what makes a great tattoo. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
In this special summer mini-series, Allison takes you behind the books and behind the scenes of the Australian children’s publishing world. In this episode, she chats to Jenny Stubbs, the 2023 recipient of the prestigious Nan Chauncy Award, about the changing face of teacher-librarians, taking books out of libraries, and what advocacy looks like. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook V...
In this special summer mini-series, Allison takes you behind the books and behind the scenes of the Australian children’s publishing world. In this episode, she chats to children’s publisher Clair Hume about her role in choosing books for publication, what she looks for in a manuscript and more. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
In this special summer mini-series, Allison takes you behind the books and behind the scenes of the Australian children’s publishing world. First up, an interview with bookseller Paul Macdonald from The Children’s Bookshop in Sydney – and a terrific list of book recommendations for those last-minute gifts. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
You’re invited to the TeamYKNR Office Christmas Party (BYO drinks and virtual Kris Kringle) for a rundown of our favourite reads of 2023 and a guest appearance from Allison Rushby. From picture books to YA, we’re each nominating our ten fave books (possibly more from the rebels among us) published this year. Join us to Deck The Bookshelves (chandelier swinging strictly at your own risk)! Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Yo...
Keeping teens reading can be a challenge, but what’s really going on? We talk to Deakin University research fellow Dr Bronwyn Reddan from the Teen Reading Project about teens and reading in the digital age – and it’s fascinating. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison interviews Katrina Nannestad, award-winning author of middle-grade historical fiction (and YKNR favourite) about her new novel ‘Silver Linings’, writing family history and choose a ‘voice’ for a story. Plus, Megan has tips for Christmas holiday reading. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Books with magic, magicians, spells, wizards, witches, fairies… This week, Megan and Allison dive deep into books for all ages that feature magic. Plus, how do readers grow into writers, and where to bid on amazing original artworks by children’s book illustrators. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with author and illustrator Sami Bayly, chatting about her new book ‘How We Came to Be – Creatures of Camoflauge and Mimicry’, working in a new format and trying different things. Plus, ‘escape reads’ for kids and Megan shares the most popular series in her junior school library. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Why is screen-free time so important – and how can books help kids make the most of it? Megan and Allison discuss screen-free activities books, plus John Steinbeck’s tip for tricking kids into reading and making the most of mini whiteboards. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Seth Malacari, discussing the brand-new queer speculative fiction anthology ‘An Unexpected Party’, LoveOzYA and finding new voices. Plus, new research into the reading habits of teens, and a true crime podcast for kids. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Megan has the keys to the podcast as Allison loses her voice, and takes full advantage with a list of new Christmas books for 2023 and links to classics and favourites. Plus, subscriptions for educators to consider for 2024. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Alison Evans discussing their story in the Imagining The Future project and writing YA novels. Plus, Megan has a tip for school library staff in the lead up to the festive season. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
What does advocating for school libraries look like? Megan and Allison look at why school libraries are important and how parents and educators can advocate for quality libraries at their schools. Plus, new spooky books for Halloween and meet the new Your Kid’s Next Read website. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison interviews award-winning author Katya Balen about her lyrical new middle-grade novel FOXLIGHT, writing for kids (not adults), and winning the Yoto Carnegie Medal. Plus, Megan has a raft of New Zealand titles to recommend and Allison has a workshop for aspiring children’s authors. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Books about nothing, books that explore the concept of ‘nothing’, books to give kids when there’s ‘nothing’ to do – Allison and Megan have made a podcast about nothing. Plus, Megan has a tip for expanding a young readers’ understanding of different texts. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with award-winning author Alice Pung, chatting about her latest novel Millie Mak The Maker, writing what you know and young characters with big problems. Plus, Megan has an exercise for educators and Allison has a tip for finishing a writing project. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison and Megan have some thoughts about respecting children’s literature and its authors, plus Megan shares a great tip about how picture books can be used to share student learning. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
Allison spends 10 minutes with Katherine Rundell, discussing her new novel Impossible Creatures, big themes in middle-grade novels and writing beautiful sentences. Plus, join Team YKNR for a live event in Brisbane, and Megan has a post-Book Week tip for T-L’s. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
To celebrate Nature Book Week, Megan brings a list of brand-new books all about the natural world – and the reasons kids should read them. Plus, a new picture book that has taken social media by storm. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
This week, we’re all about the brand-new books, celebrating the joy of CBCA Book Week with a bumper bookmail episode. Plus, Allison has tips for authors prepping for a book launch and Megan suggests heading outdoors. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au...
