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In episode 5, meet children's author Zanni Louise, and discover where her abundance of ideas comes from. From the inspiration behind her picture books Too Busy Sleeping and Archie and the Bear, to her brand-new early reader series Tiggy and the Magic Paintbrush, we discuss the stories behind the books. And in Kids Capers, 12-year-old Zamika has an in-depth chat with author Tristan Bancks, from the inspiration behind his suspenseful middle grade novel The Fall, to movie plans in the pipeline and much more. You also have the chance to win two Tiggy and the Magic Paintbrush books by our guest interviewee, Zanni Louise. These charming early readers are packed full of vibrant illustrations by Gillian Flint, and they make a wonderful introduction to the world of chapter books. Thanks to The Five Mile Press, we have the first two titles A School Day Smile and A Pet Called Nibbles up for grabs. Read the show notes: www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-5 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www

Episode 4 is about diversity and representation in kids' books. We chat with our special guest, Jessica Walton, the author of the delightful picture book Introducing Teddy. Jess is disabled, queer and the daughter of a trans parent. She delves into the importance of all kids being able to see themselves represented in kids' books, and shares some future types of books she'd like to write and see published. In Kids' Capers this episode, meet a wide range of kids of different ages, and discover their book recommendations - it's a wonderful 'fly on the wall' chance to hear directly from kids the types of stories and characters that resonate with them. You can also take part in our latest competition. This time we're giving away two books in A.L. Tait's Ateban Cipher series, The Book of Secrets and The Book of Answers. This is an exciting new middle grade adventure series about a boy named Gabe who's handed a coded manuscript, and sets out on a mission to deliver it to a mysterious man. Read the show notes: www.o

Episode 3 is library themed, with our guest interview the wonderful Bethany Macdonald from The State Library of Victoria in Melbourne. Bethany discusses the range of kids' and family programs at the library, their importance for kids, the books she's seen get the strongest response during storytime, and more. In Kids' Capers, meet some of the enthusiastic members of the Alphabet Soup blog's 'Top Reads' team, and their book recommendations. Even if one can't help talking 'chicken'! Our giveaway for Episode 3 includes two beautiful picture books - The Poesy Ring by award-winning author and illustrator Bob Graham, and Slowly, Slowly by T.M. Clark and Helene Magisson, PLUS a fantastic middle grade read by Nova Weetman, The Secrets We Share. Read the show notes: www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-3 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

Episode 2 has an illustration focus, with an insightful interview with picture book illustrator Nicky Johnston. Hear about her many latest projects in a behind-the-scenes look into the life of the illustrator of books including Grandma Forgets and The Fix-It Man. In Kids' Capers, meet a talented cast of kids who are magically transformed into their favourite kids' book characters, from Veruca Salt and Harry Potter to R.A. Spratt's delightful Nanny Piggins. This episode's giveaway is a fabulous kids' illustration workshop from Toon Creations, for a lucky (Sydney-based) winner and up to 9 of their friends. Read the show notes: www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-2 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

Episode 1 features an interview with a first-time author, Catherine Pelosi, to tie in with our 'firsts' theme. Find out the inspiration behind her debut middle grade novel Quark's Academy, that's just been published with Hachette Australia. We also introduce our new segments, including 'Whatcha Reading' where we discuss our latest reads, and chat industry news and recommendations in our fortnightly 'Shout out' as well as in 'What's on our Radar'. Our kids' segment, 'Kids Capers', features kids from Waitara Public School in Sydney and their wonderful teacher-librarian, Mrs Bradley, discussing the hilarious picture book I Just Ate My Friend by Heidi McKinnon. And our first episode's giveaway is a bumper book pack - four books in the middle grade series Jack McCool by R.E. Devine, Quark's Academy by Catherine Pelosi, and I Just Ate My Friend by Heidi McKinnon. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-1/ Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.

One More Page is a podcast for lovers of kids’ books which is launching in Feb 2018. With kidlit-loving hosts Kate Simpson, Liz Ledden & Nat Amoore and a range of special guests, this is the podcast for you. Subscribe now so you don't miss out when we launch on Feb 7th 2018. For more info visit www.onemorepagepodcast.com