Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley
Your Kid's Next ReadAuthor Allison Tait and teacher-librarian-author Megan Daley, co-founders of the Your Kid’s Next Read community, talk books and reading for children of all ages. From board books and picture books, to junior fiction, middle-grade novels and YA blockbusters, they’ll help you find the perfect next book for the young readers in your life. Plus, practical tips on getting (and keeping) kids reading and... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 295 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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An extract from the audiobook edition of ‘Fur Power!’, the first book in the new Guinea Wigs junior fiction series, written by Rebecca McRitchie, illustrated Shiloh Gordon.
00:00 Settle in for Friday First Chapters
01:52 Rebecca McRitchie reads ‘Gui... more
Allison chats to author Rebecca McRitchie about her new junior fiction series ‘Guinea Wigs’, keeping the two halves of her professional life separate, and surprising places to stumble upon ideas.
00:00 Quality Waffle
06:10 Book Mail for This Week
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Rhiannon Williams reads the first chapter of 'The Dragon Snare', the first book in her new middle-grade fantasy series.
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Allison and Megan take a deep dive into genre fiction – what it is, why Allison loves it, and where it fits in a kid's reading journey.
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- 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 Podcasts5Lil pickles578
Canada2 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 Podcasts5AnnieFazz
Australia4 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 Podcasts5Tominator357Australia4 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 Podcasts5GDS853Australia4 months ago - YKNR Review
What a great podcast, I look forward to listening to the next episode every week! My favourite section is the book mail, I have found so many hidden gems for my daughters to read that I wouldn’t have heard of without this podcast. Author chats are always great and so interesting to hear about how and why authors write their books. I also really enjoy the different topics that Allison and Megan discuss each week. Would recommend this podcast to anyone that loves books or has a book loving child i... more
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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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