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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
Anxiety
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

Olivia Muscat reads from her delightful middle-grade novel ‘Annie And Maeve Are Definitely Not Friends’.

00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters

01:58 Olivia Muscat reads Annie and Maeve are definitely not friends

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Allison chats to award-winning author Deborah Kelly about her new junior fiction series ‘Poppy & Pipsqueak’, ensuring all kids see themselves in stories, and challenged books. Plus, Megan’s got a book recommendation to help streamline gluten-free fam... more

Angourie Rice reads from ‘My Wonderful Disgrace’, her darkly funny YA novel, co-authored with Kate Rice.

00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters

01:53 Angourie Rice reads from ‘My Wonderful Disgrace’

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Learning HOW to read and learning to LOVE reading are two different things and both take effort. Megan and Allison explore different ways to instil the will to read in our kids – with some quick ideas you can try today.

00:00 Life, Parenting, Qualit... more

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Recent Guests

Angourie Rice
Co-author of My Wonderful Disgrace
Angourie Rice & Kate Rice (co-authors)
Episode: Angourie Rice reads from ‘My Wonderful Disgrace’
Jacqueline Harvey
Author reading from The Girl And The Ghost Grand Opening
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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
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Episode: Brenton Cullen reads 'The Prime Minister Problem'
Siobhan Plaza
Author of Running in Circles
UQP
Episode: YKNR 246: Books About Music
Samera Kamaleddine
Author reading from her novel
HarperCollins Publishers Australia
Episode: YKNR FFC Samera Kamaleddine reads 'The Clueless Guide to Solving a Mystery'
Matt Stanton
Author and illustrator, Funny Kid series and Duck, Look Who's Talking
Matt Stanton (author)
Episode: YKNR 245: 10 minutes with Matt Stanton
Barry Jonsberg
Author, Nerds vs Aliens
Author
Episode: Barry Jonsberg reads ‘Nerds vs Aliens’
Rebecca McRitchie
Author of Guinea Wigs, Fur Power; junior fiction writer in publishing
Author, Guinea Wigs series
Episode: YKNR 243: 10 minutes with Rebecca McRitchie
Rhiannon Williams
Author of The Dragon Snare, reading the first chapter for listeners
Author, The Dragon Snare
Episode: Rhiannon Williams reads ‘The Dragon Snare’

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
    Australia5 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 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.
YKNR 247: 10 Minutes with Samera Kamaleddine
Q: Did you always intend this to be a series, or did that idea develop later?
The project was pitched as a series from the start, with a flexible structure where each book introduces new problems and new old-age neighbors, keeping the cast fresh while retaining a core sleuthing element.
YKNR 247: 10 Minutes with Samera Kamaleddine
Q: How would you describe The Clueless Guide To Solving A Mystery to someone who hasn't read it yet?
It centers on Claudia Smith, who is stuck at her grandparents' retirement village with a quirky group of residents; the kids try to solve a mystery, but the focus remains on character interactions, curiosity, and intergenerational storytelling rather than heavy-handed detective tropes.
YKNR 245: 10 minutes with Matt Stanton
Q: When can listeners expect the next book?
The plan is to release two installments in a year, with the next Funny Kid title already written and in illustration, aiming for a release before Christmas.
YKNR 245: 10 minutes with Matt Stanton
Q: Tell us about the new book and how it fits into the Funny Kid world.
Duck, Look Who's Talking introduces Duck as a key animal character who acts as an oracle for Max, while expanding the universe with new animal cast and a mix of graphic-novel panels and prose that honors a reader's ability to skim or dive into the text.

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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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2. Jacqueline Harvey
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7. Barry Jonsberg
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