Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley
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Real talk about raising readers from author Allison Tait and educator-author Megan Daley, co-founders of Your Kid’s Next Read. With trusted advice and expert recommendations on books for children and teens, they answer all your BIG questions about getting (and keeping) kids reading and writing. Plus, insightful author interviews and entertaining #qualitywaffle about everything from life and parenting to birds and bees.
Rebecca Ahola reads ‘Miles Thorne and The Forbidden Magic’
Rebecca Ahola reads from her debut middle-grade fantasy novel ‘Miles Thorne and The Forbidden Magic’. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 01:31 Rebecca Ahola reads ‘Miles Thorne and The Forbidden Magic’ Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 258: 10 minutes with Maxine Beneba Clarke
Allison chats to award-winning (and awe-inspiring) author Maxine Beneba Clarke about her new junior verse novel ‘Sagittarius Rising’, finding ideas everywhere, and the power and the playfulness of words. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 08:52 New Books For Kids and Teens 22:51 10 minutes with Maxine Beneba Clarke 47:57 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Cassy Polimeni reads 'Ella and the Call of the Wild'
Cassy Polimeni reads from her junior fiction novel ‘Ella and the Call of The Wild’, illustrated by Hykie Breeze, book #4 in the 'Ella and The Frogs' series. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 02:12 Cassy Polimeni reads 'Ella and the Call of the Wild' Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 257: How to find a great new read for your kid
How do you find the right book for your young reader when there are so many to choose from? Allison and Megan share some tips for unearthing the gems and – in a Bookmail-a-palooza event – recommend 15 recent titles, from picture books to middle grade. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 06:13 How to find a great new read for your kid 41:06 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Vincenzo Perrella and Dan Osborn read 'Old Bertie'
Vincenzo Perrella and Dan Osborn read from ‘Old Bertie’, their new novel for readers 12+. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 01:15 Vincenzo Perrella and Dan Osborn read 'Old Bertie' Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 256: 10 minutes with Bethany Loveridge
Allison chats to rising author Bethany Loveridge about her new junior fiction novel ‘Josie Mack and the Mega Division’, and encouraging creativity in kids. Plus Megan shares some Book Week tips. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 04:06 Quick Tip: Book Week 08:40 New Books For Kids and Teens 21:12 10 minutes with Bethany Loveridge 40:01 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Shara Curlett reads ‘Protector of Beyond’
Shara Curlett reads from ‘Protector of Beyond’, the first book in her new middle-grade fantasy series 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 02:05 Shara Curlett reads ‘Protector of Beyond’ Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 255: Let's Talk YA with Amie Kaufman
International bestselling author Amie Kaufman joins Allison and Megan for a chat about trends in young adult fiction, why genre fiction works so well for teens, and what makes a book feel quintessentially Australian – even when it’s set in space. Plus, we’re highlighting a new opportunity to join our team. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 07:01 Let's Talk YA with Amie Kaufman 52:22 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Jol Temple reads from ‘Witless Protection’, the second book in the hilarious Mega Rich Guinea Pigs series for readers 8+, written by Kate & Jol Temple. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 01:53 Jol Temple reads ‘Mega Rich Guinea Pigs: Witless Protection’ Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 254: 10 minutes with Sally Rippin
Allison chats to bestselling author Sally Rippin about the latest exciting addition to the incredibly popular Billie B Brown universe. Plus, the Your Next Read series has two new titles and Megan introduces a new family member. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 09:32 New Books For Kids and Teens 19:22 10 minutes with Sally Rippin 48:19 Quick Tip: Remember that books are as portable as a digital device 51:07 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Allison Rocca reads 'Joey and the Junjardy'
Alison Rocca reads from her new middle-grade novel ‘Joey and The Junjardy’, illustrated by Brenton E McKenna. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 01:46 Allison Rocca reads 'Joey and the Junjardy' Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 253: Teachers’ Notes 101
Megan takes us behind the scenes of creating teaching notes, including how parents can use them at home to create discussion around books. Plus, weathering the ebbs and flows of life with ‘kidults’, morning dances and the magic of Kylie. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 08:16 New Books For Kids and Teens 20:18 Teachers’ Notes 101 37:53 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Cristy Burne reads 'One Day Soon'
Award-winning author Cristy Burne reads from ‘One Day Soon’, her moving middle-grade verse novel about Motor Neurone Disease. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 252: 10 minutes with Peter Carnavas
Allison chats to award-winning author Peter Carnavas about his new 'classic bedtime story' 'Kid', writing quiet stories that make noise and putting the 'warm' in heartwarming. Plus, Megan has many thoughts about protein. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 06:41 New Books For Kids and Teens 18:02 10 minutes with Peter Carnavas 38:37 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
R. A. Spratt reads 'The Epically Awesome Odyssey, as told by Nanny Piggins’
Bestselling author R. A. Spratt reads from her hilarious new middle-grade novel ‘The Epically Awesome Odyssey, as told by Nanny Piggins’. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 02:08 R. A. Spratt reads 'The Epically Awesome Odyssey, as told by Nanny Piggins’ Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 251: 10 minutes with Meg Caddy
Allison chats to author Meg Caddy about their new YA historical thriller ‘A Flash In The Dust’, seeking out the unwritten stories to create a 'unicorn' novel, and tapping into underlying menace. Plus, Megan is raving about some new non-fiction books. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 05:43 New Books For Kids and Teens 14:14 10 minutes with Meg Caddy 36:01 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Katrina Macdonald Roe reads 'The Stolen Bairn’
Katrina Macdonald Roe reads from her new middle-grade historical fantasy novel ‘The Stolen Bairn’. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 01:46 Katrina Macdonald Roe reads 'The Stolen Child' Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 250: Taking Stock, Taking Steps
Allison and Megan celebrate 250 official episodes by taking stock of what’s changed since episode #1 (and what hasn’t), and Team YKNR takes steps to help shape the future of reading in Australia. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 10:12 New Books For Kids and Teens 22:25 Taking Stock, Taking Steps 37:59 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
Olivia Muscat reads 'Annie And Maeve Are Definitely Not Friends’
Olivia Muscat reads from her delightful middle-grade novel ‘Annie And Maeve Are Definitely Not Friends’. 00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters 01:58 Olivia Muscat reads Annie and Maeve are definitely not friends Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
YKNR 249: 10 minutes with Deborah Kelly
Allison chats to award-winning author Deborah Kelly about her new junior fiction series ‘Poppy & Pipsqueak’, ensuring all kids see themselves in stories, and challenged books. Plus, Megan’s got a book recommendation to help streamline gluten-free family life. 00:00 Life, Parenting, Quality Waffle 06:42 New Books For Kids and Teens 19:17 10 Minutes With Deborah Kelly 36:36 Quick Tip: Try An Audio Book This Week 39:41 What's on For Megan and Allison Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au/podcast Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
