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In this episode, we are celebrating a brand new kids' book release written by one of our own! Nat's new middle grade THE RIGHT WAY TO ROCK is out in the world! We wrap up her fab launch, then meet our first special guest. Jess Thom is a comedian, disability activist and also a sensitivity reader on THE RIGHT WAY TO ROCK. This interview offers a fascinating insight into Tourette's Syndrome and the importance of neurodiverse characters in kids' literature. In Kids Capers, get to know the amazing writer behind new middle grade release PAWS, Kate Foster. A young reader interviews Kate all about her book, with another deep dive into neurodiverse representation. Hear all about our latest reads, and discover our HUGE book giveaway, thanks to Penguin Random House! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-59 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we get to know three kids' book creators we've long admired. In fact, we can't BELIEVE it's taken us so long to have them on One More Page! First up, Liz chats to author Yvette Poshoglian about her junior fiction series Ella and Olivia and Puppy Diary, plus middle grade historical novel Escape from Cockatoo Island. Hear her thoughts on writing first chapter books, and the serendipitous kayak landing that led to her exploration of Cockatoo Island! Next, Kate meets the amazing illustrator Liz Anelli. Hear all about her start in the world of illustrating kids' books, a behind the scenes look at her processes, her upcoming books, a very exciting illustration exhibition in Newcastle, and much more. Nat then chats with multi-talented author Felice Arena. From his acting experience to his start in kids' book writing, to more about his books like the Specky Magee series and historical middle grade novels, plus insights into successful school visits, it's a super fascinating interview.  We also review

In this episode, your parents will NOT approve of the hijinks the characters get up to in our special guests new book, Huda and Me. However, they will definitely approve of its amazing author, H. Hayek! Hear more about this debut author and her super fun new middle grade read, involving a daring parent-free trip to Lebanon. In Kids Capers, the parental disapproval continues, as we reveal the winning story in our kids' writing competition in fully audio glory. This is a story we think perfectly encapsulates this episode's theme! And we're back with our usual shoutouts, book chat, reviews of our latest reads and an awesome book giveaway, thanks to Allen and Unwin. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-57 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we meet not one but THREE members of Australia's writing royalty. Think awards, accolades, movie adaptations, gazillions of book sales, and even appearing on a postage stamp! We chat to Wendy Orr, author of thrilling bronze age novels including new release The Cuckoo's Flight. Hear more about these plus her smash hit Nim's Island, adapted to a Hollywood movie. Also on the show is current Australian Children's Laureate Ursula Dubosarsky, accomplished author of many award-winning novels for kids and picture books too, with a brand new release illustrated by Tohby Riddle, The March of the Ants. And we also meet Alison Lester, a mainstay of the kidlit scene for several generations of kids, with her beloved books including The Magic Beach, Noni the Pony, her recent collaboration with Jane Godwin, Sing Me the Summer, and loads more. Hear more about her novel The Quicksand Pony, just re-released to celebrate one million book sales with Allen and Unwin. Delve into the writing (and illustrating) life

Welcome back to a fresh new season of One More Page! In this episode, we're talking New Kids on the Block. Meet a recent addition to the Australian kids' book publishing scene, team Larrikin House. Listen in as Founder and Publisher James Layton plus Creative Director Mary Anastasiou chat everything from the challenges in entering the market, to what they're looking for in submissions. We also hear a bit more about the podcast's own Liz Ledden's new picture book with Larrikin House, Walking Your Human. Then in Kids Capers, we have a super fun visit from author Nathan Luff and illustrator Chris Kennett, aka the zany brains behind The Nerd Herd! Hear more about this hot (and hilarious) new junior fiction series, as a young reader grills the guys. We're also back with an epic prize pack (with options for writers and readers), and our regular shoutout and on our radar segments too. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-55 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www

He's making a list, and checking it twice, gonna found out who's naughty or nice ... OMG - you're not going to believe who's on Santa's naughty list this year!! Somehow, all three of team OMP have been deemed naughty. Even Liz! How will your hosts get back on the nice list? And come to think of it, how did they get ON the naughty list in the first place? Tune in for festive fun and a Christmas sleigh full of kids' book recommendations, as team OMP channel their inner elves. Whether you're after presents for lovers of fun picture books, thoughtful middle grade, non-fiction or even some kidlit or YA that adults will love too, join us for an epic book-filled Christmas quest! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-54 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we're diving into the weird, wondrous world of all things wild yet true. That's right, we're talking kids' non-fiction! Meet Terry Denton (yes, THAT Terry of Treehouse series fame) and hear all about his non-fiction work. Head behind the scenes of his brand new fact-filled release, Terry Denton's Really Truly Amazing Guide to Everything, plus loads more. In Kids Capers, meet illustrator on the rise Sami Bayly, the creator of stunning kids' non-fiction like the Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals, with a new title on dangerous creatures. Some curious kids also put Sami to the test with some questions of their own. As usual, we have an excellent book pack to give away, shout outs and book reviews, from recent non-fiction reads to a few sneaky fiction recommendations, too. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-53 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.insta

This episode is a super special Book Week bonus - an in-depth chat with one of Australia's most successful kids' book authors! Meet author extraordinaire behind the Treehouse series, the 'Just' books and more, the one and only Andy Griffiths! Settle in for an epic chat about everything from Andy's rise to literary fame to his latest release, the 130-Storey Treehouse. Happy Book Week! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/130-storey-book-week-bonus Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

This episode we're celebrating curious creatures and wild minds. That's right - it's Book Week 2020! Meet our special guest James Foley, WA-based author/illustrator behind iconic picture books like My Dead Bunny and graphic novel series S. Tinker Inc. plus the artwork in the Toffle Towers series. Hear more about his brand new releases (yes, there's multiple!), his hilarious Book Week anecdotes and much more. In Kids Capers, hear from Real Pretty Kind ambassador Chickpea, and discover a bunch of awesome kids' book recommendations straight from a young reader. We reveal a fabulous book pack prize thanks to Walker Books, shout out to Braille House, reveal our own favourite curious creatures from children's literature and loads more bookish fun. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-52 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

This episode it's party time - we're having our very own picture book palooza! Meet some of our most favourite picture book creators in this jam-packed bumper celebration of all things PB. First, we chat to Gus Gordon and delve into the inspiration behind his latest release Finding Francois, the French connection, his love of collage, plus his top tips for picture book creators. We also meet dynamic duo Kate and Jol Temple for the lowdown on their creative partnership. Discover how they go about writing books together, their array of picture books from the absurd (I Got This Hat) to the poignant (Room on Our Rock), and a sneaky diversion from picture books to hear about their latest junior fiction release, The Battle of Book Week (third in the Yours Troolie Alice Toolie series). And the fun doesn't stop there - we also have Lucinda Gifford on the show, the multi-talented creator of beloved picture books like the Kevin the Cat series, Dogasaurus and many more. Hear about her illustration work on junior fiction

This episode is dedicated to all things #OwnVoices. This movement (which you've no doubt come across on social media) champions diverse creators, and people telling their own stories - whether that be about their race, culture, disability or sexuality. We shine a spotlight on some of Australia's outstanding own voices talent, interviewing not one but three creators in the kidlit and YA spaces. (Please note we span some older reads than usual, should you have little ears listening out for kid-based content!). Meet middle grade author Remy Lai, author of critically acclaimed books Pie in the Sky and Fly on The Wall; artist, writer and Deaf activist Asphyxia, author of MG series The Grimstones and upcoming YA novel Future Girl; and award-winning YA author Alison Evans, author of Ida, Highway Bodies and Euphoria Kids. We also review some excellent new reads by Own Voices creators, so standby for book recs! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-50 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com

This time, we're celebrating the magic of libraries - our favourite libraries, books about libraries, and even what kind of secret libraries we'd have! Our special guest is debut author Julianne Negri, whose new middle grade novel THE SECRET LIBRARY OF HUMMINGBIRD HOUSE has just hit the bookshop shelves. Listen to a fascinating interview with Julianne about her writing journey, the way she's woven bits of her life into her book, and how her very own library job has helped influence the book's setting. In Kids Capers, we get some kids in on the library fun. Hear all about our latest reads, shout-outs and what's on our radar, and as always, discover an awesome book giveaway, including two new releases thanks to Affirm Press. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-49 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, get the lowdown on the serious business of books with none other than Publishing Director at Penguin Random House, Laura Harris. Hear thoughts on the current state of the kids' book market, hot sellers and news about exciting upcoming releases. If you create kids' books, work in the kids' book space or have a passion for children's literature, you're sure to find this a fascinating chat! In Kids Capers, Nat is interviewed by Evie of Rockin Reads all about her brand new release middle grade book, The Power of Positive Pranking. A bookstagrammer, book vlogger and friend of the pod, Evie grills Nat on all things Pranking, then the two of them get up to a bit of mischief themselves. Listen on to hear them prank call kids' book author Adrian Beck! As always, we review our latest kids' reads, reveal an awesome prize pack up for grabs and more. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-48 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepag

In this episode, we're delving into the lives of secret agents! First up is our special guest Danielle Binks, who is not only a literary agent with a passion for all things #LoveOzMG and #LoveOzYA, but lives a dual life as a middle grade author. Hear more about her debut novel THE YEAR THE MAPS CHANGED plus all things agenting in this fascinating chat. Then in Kids Capers, we get some secret agent tips from a pack of crime fighting pigeons, as we meet REAL PIGEONS author Andrew McDonald. Some book loving kids also interview Andrew to uncover more about this 'super coo' book series, illustrated by Ben Wood. And as always, we review our latest reads, reveal our latest giveaway, chat what's on our radar and more. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-47 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

This episode is all about gross things in kids' books. Find out the disgusting stuff we all like best, and even better, hear from our special guest Mick Elliott. With his hit series The Turners and latest series, Squidge Dibley (not to mention a background in kids' TV), Mick is a master at weaving all things gross into stories full of humour and heart. Hear more about Squidge, including his insta-antics, and some wise words on how we can support creators in the time of Corona. In Kids Capers, we have an awesome treat in store - the winning story in our recent gross writing competition for kids is performed by Nat, bringing the clever winner's words to life. There's all our usual segments too, from shoutouts to what's on our radar, and we announce another must-have prize. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-46 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

This episode is all about branching out - whether it's reading new things, writing new things or experimenting with a different illustration style. We meet fabulous illustrator (turned writer, too) Jess Racklyeft, and hear all about her work illustrating the podcast's own Kate Simpson's new book, Anzac Girl. Hear about Jess's work branching out into non-fiction and collage work, plus more about her ever-evolving kidlit career. In Kids Capers, we continue the theme with a fun experiment - taking a bunch of young book lovers, and exposing them to kids' books in genres they don't normally read. Whether you're super into mysteries but never read sport books, or love contemporary and steer clear of fantasy, these interviews may just inspire you to read something new. Find out what the One More Page team have been reading lately, discover out latest bookish giveaway, learn what's on our radars and more. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-45 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find

Welcome back to another year of podcast fun with One More Page! Our first episode for 2020 is about industry all-rounders, those amazing, multi-talented people who do all the kidlit things! And who better to meet than author/illustrator extraordinaire, Tania McCartney. With a huge haul of fiction and non-fiction books in print, a newly released junior fiction series EVIE AND POG and loads of exciting projects on the go, Tania offers a fascinating insight into the busy life of a kids’ book all-rounder. In Kids Capers, we meet dynamic young book lover Evie and hear all about her fabulous Instagram (sorry, bookstagram!) account, Rockin Reads. We each review our latest kids' reads, reveal an awesome competition prize and lots more. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-44 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

It's our Christmas 2019 special, where we reflect on a fantastic year of podcasting, indulge in some Christmas cheer and answer a whole lot of questions submitted by listeners! Join team OMP, Kate, Liz and Nat, for a fun and festive virtual Q&A session, with a side serve of gift opening. Discover everything from our most anticipated reads of 2020, to bookish gift suggestions, to the kids' books we'd most like to live in. And of course, no One More Page Christmas special would be complete without a bit of carolling, so make sure you stay tuned till the very end (eggnog and earmuffs optional!). Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-43 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we chat all things graphic novels for kids! Our special guests are two rising stars of the Australian graphic novel scene. We meet Gavin Aung Than, whose hugely popular Zen Pencils comics for adults have not only garnered him an enormous social media following, but kicked off a new career as a kids' graphic novelist. Hear about his exciting series with Penguin Random House, SUPER SIDEKICKS, thoughts on the rise in the popularity of graphic novels, the Australian vs. US scene and much more. In Kids Capers, a young graphic novel fan joins Nat and ACTION TANK creator Mike Barry for a fun q&a. We also chat what's on our radar - Little Literature Co., shout out to the awesome SCBWI crew and the upcoming Sydney Christmas party, reveal our latest competition, and share the graphic novels we've all been reading. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-42 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/o

In this episode, we shine a spotlight on some of Australia's supremely talented Indigenous kids' book creators. First up, we meet author/illustrator Dub Leffler, who illustrated the CBCA Eve Pownell Award-winning picture book, Sorry Day, written by Coral Vass. Hear about his fortuitous start in the world of kids' books, his illustration process (some fascinating methods!) and all about his upcoming releases in 2020 plus future projects. In Kids' Capers, the kids interview graphic novelist Brenton E. McKenna. Find out more about what 'country' means to him, his Ubby's Underdogs books and much more. We announce another epic book giveaway, chat what's on our radar, and review our latest reads. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-41 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau