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Children's Literature
Festival Of Brilliant
Reading For Pleasure
Creativity
Lizzie and Belle Mysteries
Christmas
Little Women
Steven Lenton
Children's Books
Biddulph Old Hall
People Like Stars
Illustration In Children's Books
Picture Books
The Gruffalo
Tom Gates
The Nutcracker and the Mouse King's Christmas Shenanigans
Illustration
Sisterhood
Jo March
Children's Literacy

Nadia Shireen and Frank Cottrell Boyce have been shipwrecked on the Island of Brilliant with nothing but a pair of hammocks, a pile of children’s books and the world’s greatest ukulele band (The Ukulele Uff Trio) to keep them going. Everyone wants the best for their children. Everyone should know that reading for pleasure not only increases educational attainment but also helps build happiness and... more

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What's that in the blue yonder? Could it be a submarine - carrying precious cargo? It could and it is - the Nautilus itself, skippered by no-one other than Michael Rosen, who's come to the island to tell Frank and Nadia all about the upcoming Michael... more

Who's that on the horizon, coming along on his soggy surfboard to break up the latest argument between Nadia and Frank about which chocolate bar reigns supreme? Why, it's only one of the best-loved writers in the whole of children's literature! Phil ... more

With autumn in the air and the nights starting to draw in, it's time to put aside the sun loungers and long for spooky tales around the campfire - and who better to talk with about all things spooky than the brilliant Emma Carroll. The first in her b... more

Nadia and Frank bring the island back to the fabulous Festival of Brilliant in Staffordshire where there's quizzing to be done. Frank joins his teammate - doodle-tactic Adeola Sokunbi of Destiny Ink fame - in the green room ahead of proceedings to qu... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Rosen
Prolific children's author and poet
Episode: Michael Rosen
Phil Earle
A well-known author of children's books
Episode: Phil Earle
Emma Carroll
Author known for children's literature, including the trilogy 'Dracula and Daughters'
Author
Episode: Emma Carroll
Adeola Sokunbi
A very gifted writer and illustrator, author of Destiny Ink
Episode: The Brilliant Quiz!
Christopher Edge
Amazing author, involved in the quiz event.
Episode: The Brilliant Quiz!
Emily Drabble
A children's literature critic from Book Trust sharing book recommendations.
Book Trust
Episode: The Brilliant Quiz!
Pari Thomson
Author of the Greenwild series
Author
Episode: Pari Thomson
Ranger Hamza
Wildlife expert and author focused on children's books about nature
CBeebies
Episode: Ranger Hamza
Charlie Higson
Acclaimed author known for his work in children's literature and for creating the Young Bond series.
Episode: Charlie Higson

Hosts

Nadia Shireen
Co-host discussing children's literature and nature, engaging in lively conversations about books and their impact.
Frank Cottrell Boyce
Children's Laureate and co-host, engaging in discussions about children's literature and sharing insights from his own writing experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Incredible

    I love this podcast, but where is the 2025 March episode? I am paying this up on. the 5th of March and there’s still no new episodes I hope this podcast hasn’t been discontinued

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Startailsthetherin
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • This is amazing😍

    I think that this is a PERFECT audiobook for kids and adults🤩❤️🧡💛💚💙🩵💜🩷🩶🤍🤎

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I❤️books (they are the best
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The best podcast

    I ❤️❤️❤️ this podcast. It is amazing and so funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jigsaw2019
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Brilliant

    This show gets better and better. So great to hear such passionate, informed conversations about children’s books.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jake_TygerTale
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Brilliant Children’s Books Podcast

    Love spending an hour on the Island of Brilliant every month - the happiest place with bestest of books 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HH368
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Many comments highlight the enriching conversations about reading and the engaging guests featured on the show.
A significant number express anticipation for new episodes, indicating a dedicated listener base and a desire for more content.
Feedback frequently points to the hosts' chemistry, making the content approachable and enjoyable for a wide audience.
Listeners rave about the passionate discussions on children's books and appreciate the blend of humor and insightful recommendations.

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#175
United Kingdom/Arts/Books
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#223
Canada/Arts/Books
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#186
Germany/Arts/Books
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#63
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#110
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#144
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Michael Rosen
Q: What was it that kind of flipped a switch and made you really excited about reading when you were kids?
Michael shares that his mother read to him from a very young age, creating a bonding ritual that fostered a love for reading, and he describes how his father's engaging storytelling further supported this passion.
Emma Carroll
Q: What can you tell us about your new book 'Dracula and Daughters'?
It's a trilogy featuring three cousins who discover they're descendants of Dracula, gaining special powers while battling vampire threats.
Ranger Hamza
Q: What's your favorite animal that you've lived with?
Hamza mentions a silverback gorilla as his favorite but shares that ‘Storm’, a rescued kittywake, has a special story in his heart.
Ranger Hamza
Q: How did you get the pine martins to poo in a box?
Hamza explains that pine martins have a strong sense of smell and like to mark their territory by pooing in specific areas. He used their own scent to attract them to a designated spot.
Charlie Higson
Q: Do you find it difficult to engage with school kids compared to performing in front of adults?
Performing for primary school kids is daunting since they're very honest with their interest levels. The school setup can be intimidating as the audience can be indifferent or difficult.

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Recent guests on The Island of Brilliant! include:

1. Michael Rosen
2. Phil Earle
3. Emma Carroll
4. Adeola Sokunbi
5. Christopher Edge
6. Emily Drabble
7. Pari Thomson
8. Ranger Hamza

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