The Children's Book Review: Growing Readers Podcast
The Children's Book Review"Not every book is for every child, but for every child there is a book." The Children’s Book Review, is a resource devoted to children’s literature and literacy. In the Growing Readers Podcast, we produce author and illustrator interviews focused on the best books for kids of all ages. We help parents, grandparents, caregivers, teachers, and librarians to grow readers.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 138 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||
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In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze sits down with 2026 Randolph Caldecott Gold Medalist Cátia Chien to celebrate her luminous picture book Fireworks, created with author Matthew Burgess.
Cátia takes us from the bowli... more
In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze sits down with illustrator Z.B. Asterplume to talk about baking joy, courage, and community into Rainbow Cookies, written by Lesléa Newman. When a beloved neighborhood bakery faces b... more
In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze sits down with award-winning author and illustrator Philip C. Stead to talk about A Potion, a Powder, a Little Bit of Magic: Or, Like Lightning in an Umbrella Storm, his uproarious d... more
In this episode of The Growing Readers Podcast, host Bianca Schulze sits down with legendary children's book author and SCBWI co-founder Lin Oliver to talk about Pooch on the Loose, the first book in the brand-new series The After-School Kindness Cre... more
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This was such an engaging episode to listen to, especially hearing how humor can open the door for deeper conversations about resilience, kindness, and belonging. I loved the reminder that children’s books can be both entertaining and deeply impactful at the same time.
Apple Podcasts5Mary Burruss
United States2 months ago - SNL's Kenan Thompson Talks 'Unfunny Bunny…
I enjoyed hearing Kenan discuss his thoughts on humor, how to deliver it in person and in writing, and what he hopes kids take away from his book.
Apple Podcasts5Naomi GruerUnited States2 months ago - Excellent podcast
This is a fantastic podcast featuring thoughtful, engaging interviews. I love the wide range of books they cover—especially the picture book biographies and nonfiction titles. Highly recommend.
Apple Podcasts5francobelliUnited States4 months ago - Love this podcast!
Such great conversations and introductions to new authors. Thanks!
Apple Podcasts5DDebrovnerUnited States9 months ago - Fantastic podcast
Wonderful interviews with authors big and small. So many words of wisdom and inspiration inside these discussions. I highly recommend this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Shana GorianUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #240 |  Japan/Arts/Books |
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Readers and caregivers interested in children's literature tune in for thoughtful conversations with authors and illustrators who create picture books, biographies, and science titles for kids. Episodes frequently cover craft, collaboration, representation, and how books foster empathy, curiosity, and literacy. A standout strength is the guest diversity and practical storytelling insights, from illustrating for kids to turning complex topics into accessible narratives. Listeners likely include educators, librarians, parents, and book lovers seeking new titles and behind-the-scenes perspectives from creators shaping young readers' worldviews.
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1. The Children's Book Podcast
2. Up First from NPR
3. The Daily
4. Good Hang with Amy Poehler
5. The Illustration Department Podcast
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this podcast launched 6 years ago and published 138 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Cátia Chien
2. ZB. Asterplume
3. Philip Stead
4. Lin Oliver
5. Andy Griffiths
6. Bill Hope
7. Jolene Gutiérrez
8. John Tonai
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