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Artwork for Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley

Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley

Your Kid's Next Read
Children's Literature
Book Recommendations
Picture Books
Reading
Graphic Novels
Middle Grade Fiction
Young Adult Literature
Books
Young Adult Fiction
Friendship
Illustration
Australia
Your Kids Next Read
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Australian Children's Literature
Mental Health
Middle Grade Literature
Parenting
Early Literacy
Mystery Stories

Real talk about raising readers from author Allison Tait and educator-author Megan Daley, co-founders of Your Kid’s Next Read. With trusted advice and expert recommendations on books for children and teens, they answer all your BIG questions about getting (and keeping) kids reading and writing. Plus, insightful author interviews and entertaining #qualitywaffle about everything from life and parent... more

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Artwork for Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley

Latest Episodes

Allison chats to award-winning author Peter Carnavas about his new 'classic bedtime story' 'Kid', writing quiet stories that make noise and putting the 'warm' in heartwarming. Plus, Megan has many thoughts about protein.

00:00 Life, Parenting, Quali... more

Bestselling author R. A. Spratt reads from her hilarious new middle-grade novel ‘The Epically Awesome Odyssey, as told by Nanny Piggins’.

00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters

02:08 R. A. Spratt reads 'The Epically Awesome Odyssey, as told by Na... more

Allison chats to author Meg Caddy about their new YA historical thriller ‘A Flash In The Dust’, seeking out the unwritten stories to create a 'unicorn' novel, and tapping into underlying menace. Plus, Megan is raving about some new non-fiction books.... more

Katrina Macdonald Roe reads from her new middle-grade historical fantasy novel ‘The Stolen Bairn’.

00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters

01:46 Katrina Macdonald Roe reads 'The Stolen Child'

Read the show notes for all book references at yourkid... more

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Recent Guests

Meg Caddy
West Australian YA novelist; author of A Flash In The Dust
self-contained as author of A Flash In The Dust
Episode: YKNR 251: 10 minutes with Meg Caddy
Katrina Macdonald Roe
Author of The Stolen Band
Riveted Press
Episode: Katrina Macdonald Roe reads 'The Stolen Bairn’
Olivia Muscat
Author reading her debut middle grade novel
Fremantle Press (publisher)
Episode: Olivia Muscat reads 'Annie And Maeve Are Definitely Not Friends’
Deborah Kelly
Multi-award-winning author of picture books, junior fiction, and middle grade; author of The Mighty Pipsqueak; dedicated to inclusive representation
Author, deborahkelly.com.au
Episode: YKNR 249: 10 minutes with Deborah Kelly
Angourie Rice
Co-author of My Wonderful Disgrace
Angourie Rice & Kate Rice (co-authors)
Episode: Angourie Rice reads from ‘My Wonderful Disgrace’
Allison Rushby
Author
Your Kid's Next Read
Episode: The Skill and Will of Reading
Siobhan Plaza
Author
Episode: The Skill and Will of Reading
Jacqueline Harvey
Author reading from The Girl And The Ghost Grand Opening
Penguin Random House Australia
Episode: Jacqueline Harvey reads from ‘The Girl And The Ghost: Grand Opening’
Brenton Cullen
Author reading from his middle grade novel The Prime Minister Problem
Riveted Press
Episode: Brenton Cullen reads 'The Prime Minister Problem'

Hosts

Allison Tait
Host of the show and co-founder, writer and educator with a background in children's literature.
Megan Daley
Co-host with a background as teacher-librarian and author; active in child literacy advocacy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 156 ratings
  • My new besties!!

    I have been following YKNR on Facebook for years but have only just started listening to the podcast this year. I started from episode one so I still have a way to go to catch up!!

    I love the podcast as a Teacher-Librarian of 19 years experience. Being a teacher-librarian can be quite an isolating job, so I love Megan’s tips because they have renewed my love of my job and reinvigorated my passion to advocate for my beautiful library.

    I love the podcast as a grandma of very young little girls. I ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sharynillo
    Australia2 months ago
  • This podcast is AMAZING!!!

    You guys make awesome podcasts! I love hearing about what you did recently and, hear about books you love! Please continue making podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lil pickles578
    Canada4 months ago
  • Fun & informative

    A highly entertaining way to find about all the latest & best releases in the kidlit realm. Allison & Megan’s excellent banter is another big plus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnieFazz
    Australia6 months ago
  • Favourite Podcast!

    Wednesday is my favourite day of the week! When the podcast drops I know I am going to enjoy every minute. As a mum, classroom teacher and trained teacher librarian it is so important to be kept up to date with the latest in children’s literature. The hosts share their wealth of knowledge with such authenticity and heart. Each podcast leaves you smiling. Thanks so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tominator357
    Australia6 months ago
  • Come for the books, stay for the waffle

    I listen to this podcast every week! A treasure trove of helpful insights and up to date reading options for parents looking to put good books into their kids’ hands. I love the weekly peek inside the hive of Megan and the turret of Allison. Thanks for sharing your lives and books!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GDS853
    Australia6 months ago

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Parents value the show as a reliable source for book recommendations and literacy strategies.
Librarians and teachers praise the show for up-to-date kidlit insights and practical reading tips.
Listeners appreciate the engaging banter and depth of author interviews.

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YKNR 249: 10 minutes with Deborah Kelly
Q: Where can listeners find more about you and your work?
Deborah shares her website and social profiles: deborahkelly.com.au and a Facebook page Deborah Kelly Children's Author, encouraging listeners to connect for updates and book information.
YKNR 249: 10 minutes with Deborah Kelly
Q: What has the reception to your challenged book The Thing About Oliver been like from the author's perspective?
The author reflects on the controversy, noting that the book was scrutinized and removed from a curriculum due to a single, misinformed complaint, but emphasizes the book's positive reception from teachers, parents, and readers, and the overall good it has done for awareness and inclusion.
YKNR 249: 10 minutes with Deborah Kelly
Q: What can readers expect in the next book, The Accidental Rooster?
In the follow-up, Poppy and her friends navigate keeping a noisy rooster quiet through inventive, lighthearted solutions, continuing the series' blend of everyday rural life, problem-solving, and character growth.
YKNR 249: 10 minutes with Deborah Kelly
Q: Tell us about The Mighty Pipsqueak.
The Mighty Pipsqueak is the first book in a new junior fiction series about a girl named Poppy who has hearing and vision differences. The story combines rural setting, farm life, and inclusive representation, with illustrations by Amy Sabudin and a focus on making the protagonist relatable and empowered.
YKNR 247: 10 Minutes with Samera Kamaleddine
Q: What was the role of illustrations in the book, and was it planned from the beginning?
Illustration was planned from the outset; the book was designed to be shorter with illustrations, which helped shape eccentric characters and visual humor that would translate well on the page, with High Keyberries bringing the characters to life.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on children's books across age ranges, from board books to middle-grade and YA, with hosts Allison Tait and Megan Daley guiding conversations that combine author interviews, book recommendations, and practical literacy tips for families, teachers, and librarians. Episodes routinely feature author chats, book reads, and trend discussions about kidlit, publishing, and literacy strategies, often highlighting Australian writers and locally produced titles. A standout element is the warm, conversational “quality waffle” that pairs book knowledge with personal anecdotes, making industry insights accessible to a broad listening audience. The format's mix of interviews, live readings, and show-note style recommendations makes it a... more

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