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Reading Isn't For Kids

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Fear Street
R.L. Stine
Children's Literature
Chainsaw Man
Manga
Goosebumps
Animorphs
Denji
Captain Underpants
Magic Tree House
Makima
Emily
Pochita
K.A. Applegate
Tobias
Jake
The Sharing
Marco
Rich
Nancy

Two grown adults read and discuss children's books and also sometimes comics. Book series include, Junie B. Jones, The Magic Treehouse, and Fear Street. Comics range from Marvel graphic novels to the Walking Dead. Remember Reading Isn't For Kids!

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This morning’s episode Anna and Austin review and discuss the 1986 children’s chapter book The Baby-Sitters Club #3: The Truth About Stacey by Ann M. Martin. The truth about Stacey is that she has diabetes. Nobody knows... except her friends in the B... more

A mysterious house fire causes an unlikely group to meet and fight- . . . a Dragon??? In the first episode??? Oh wow.

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This morning’s episode Anna and Austin review and discuss the 1991 YA Horror novel Fear Street Super Chiller #1: Party Summer by R.L. Stine. Welcome to Fear Street. Don’t listen to the stories they tell you about Fear Street. Wouldn’t you rather expl... more

This morning’s episode Anna and Austin review and discuss the 2001 Children’s Chapter books Junie B. Jones is Captain Field Day book 16 and Junie B. Jones is a Graduation Girl book 17 and It was written by Barbara Park Illustrated by Denise Brunkus. ... more

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Hosts

Austin
Co-host of Reading Isn't For Kids; frequent contributor with a broad range of insights on children's literature and related media.
Anna
Co-host of Reading Isn't For Kids; known for humorous commentary and thoughtful analysis of children's literature.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • These books are my childhood

    I love these two. They are funny and have really good Chemistry. They should date!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melply
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this show!!!!!

    I found Nort and Anna from the Encounter Table and I’m so happy I did!!! This show brings up so much memories from the books I read as a child. 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KiryKoala
    United States2 years ago
  • Love love love

    I love this show, every episode is something incredible. I especially love all the misinformation that Austin loves to spread and how Anna normally takes a second to be like nuh uh. But truly amazing thank you guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Littlemench1
    United States3 years ago
  • Reading definitely isn’t for kids

    Honestly love this podcast I found it through another one of your sister podcasts and came over here as quick as I could, I’ve been listened to all of them, initially over on Spotify but I loved it so much I came to apple just to write a review and listen again! Keep it up, also love the joke books at the end, I’ve been annoying my girlfriend with the jokes! 100/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MushroomBox
    United States3 years ago
  • Very nice

    Love listening to this show on the way to work!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whatwhat67
    United States3 years ago

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Audience members enjoy the recurring jokes and the hosts' ability to make book talks feel accessible and fun.
Regulars highlight the entertaining banter and engaging discussions as primary reasons to keep listening.
Fans appreciate the honest, sometimes quirky takes on children's books and related media.
Listeners praise the show's nostalgia and sharp humor, often citing the hosts' chemistry.

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#165
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Ep. 81 - Diary of a Minecraft Zombie: A Scare of a Dare
Q: How do you feel about this when you were starting it? Were you excited?
No, not really.
Ep. 75 - Goosebumps #7 - Night of the Living Dummy
Q: What do the parents think when the twins say the dummies are alive?
The parents don't believe them and suggest taking Kris to a psychiatrist.
Ep. 75 - Goosebumps #7 - Night of the Living Dummy
Q: What was the catch line for this story?
The catch line is 'he walks and he stalks.'

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A lighthearted, nostalgia-driven show where two adults read and discuss children's books and related comics. Episodes cover a wide range from Junie B. Jones to Magic Tree House and Fear Street, mixing affectionate critique with sharp humor, banter, and occasional commentary on related media. The hosts' dynamic — playful, teasing, and proudly geeky — drives an approachable format that appeals to parents, educators, and adults who grew up with these titles. A standout aspect is the blend of personal anecdotes, deep book discussion, and running jokes that give the show a distinct, comfortable vibe that fans come back to for both laughter and bookish insights.

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