The Growing Readers Podcast
The Children’s Book Review is a resource devoted to children’s literature and literacy. On the Growing Readers Podcast, we produce author and illustrator interviews focused on the best books for kids of all ages to help you grow readers.
“Not every book is for every child, but for every child there is a book.”
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The Growing Readers Podcast
A delightful journey with Richard Wagner behind the scenes of a heartwarming picture book, Needles, the Forgotten Christmas Tree.
Step into the intriguing world of Chris Wieland, the mastermind behind the captivating Kat Dylan Mystery, The Body on the Beach.
Listen to Kate DiCamillo’s interview: She takes us on a journey into the magical world of The Puppets of Spelhorst and shares the power of storytelling.
Abby Hanlon discusses how she infuses authentic moments into her Dory Fantasmagory chapter books and proves that learning and play go hand-in-hand.
Caldecott-winning author-illustrator Matthew Cordell discusses the Cornbread and Poppy series and building a cozy and entertaining world.
Award-winning author Ellen Potter chats about her wonderful chapter book, Squirlish: The Girl in the Tree.
Award-winning authors Katherine Applegate and Gennifer Choldenko’sbook Dogtown showcases how fiction can help instill empathy and compassion.
Join the conversation with author Josh Funk as he discusses the unique nuances between Dear Dragon and its spin-off Dear Unicorn.
Discover Julie Hedlund’s inspiring writing journey of her latest masterpiece, Song After Song: The Musical Life of Julie Andrews, on The Growing Readers Podcast.
Nyasha Williams books, Ally Baby Can: Be Antiracist and Keep Dreaming Black Child, open up meaningful conversations with people of all ages.