The Big Kids Book Club Podcast

Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Triona Campbell, joins us to talk about her debut Young Adult novel, A Game of Life or Death. I chatted with Triona about being a debut writer, the gamification of the narrative, and incorporating previous knowledge into writing. Triona was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of A Game of Life or Death head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #ShackleComp and tell us what game you'd win if your life was on the line! (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 1st March

Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Ian Eagleton, joins us to talk about her debut Middle-grade novel, Glitter Boy. I chatted with Ian about writing picture books, the challenges of writing as a new parent, and promoting LGBTQ+ history and community in his books. Ian was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Glitter Boy head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Glittercomp and tell us your favourite music artist. (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 24th February

Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Colm Field, joins us to talk about her debut Middle-grade novel, Kyan Green and the Infinity Racers I chatted with Colm about writing neurodivergent characters in books, the wonder of Edinburgh, and having books turned into TV and the reality behind it. Colm was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Kyan Green head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #RacerComp and tell us your cool race driver knickname. (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 22nd February

Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Elle McNicoll, joins us to talk about her newest Middle-grade novel, Like a Curse. I chatted with Elle about writing neurodivergent characters in books, the wonder of Edinburgh, and having books turned into TV and the reality behind it. Elle was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Like a Curse head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #CurseComp and tell us your favorite mythic animal. (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 17th February

Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Naomi Gibson joins us to talk about her newest YA novel, Game Over Girl. I chatted with Naomi about writing STEM in YA characters, creating book ideas from writing workshops, and also getting to travel thanks to her book's success. Naomi was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Game Over Girl head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #GameOverComp and tell us your favorite Video game (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 15th February

Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Amy Sparkes joins us to talk about her newest Middle-Grade novel, The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond. I chatted with Amy about starting out as picture books, then moving onto chapter and middlegrade books, about meeting characters while re-writing her ideas, and exploring writing a series one book at a time. Amy was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Beyondcomp and tell us what everyday object you wish could be magic! (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 10th February

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Liz Flanagan joins us to talk about her newest Middle-Grade series: Wildsmith. I chatted with Liz about her writing for different age ranges, blending animal conservation into fantasy, and how baby dragons are like kittens. Liz was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Wildsmith head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Wildsmithcomp and tell us what endangered animal you'd like to save! (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 3rd February

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Cynthia Murphy joins us to talk about her latest YA Thriller, The Midnight Game. I chatted to Cynthia about her career as an author, keeping track of plot twists and breadcrumbs, and adding supernatural elements to her books. Cynthia was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Midnight Game head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #MidnightComp and tell us your greatest fear! (UK residents only) The competition closes at midnight on 27th January

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Jennifer Claessen, joins us to talk about her Debut Middle-Grade novel, The October Witches. Emma chatted with Jennifer about gender-bending the Merlin legend, coming up with witchy worlds, and the joys of bringing a debut novel to life. Jennifer was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Carlie Sorosiak, joins us to talk about her latest Middle-Grade novel, Always Clementine. I chatted with Carlie about animal influences in her writing, getting in the mind of our beloved animal companions, and writing a novel in letter form. Carlie was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode,M A Bennett, joins us to talk about her latest Middle-Grade novel, The Mummy's Curse. I chatted with Marina about starting her writing career with the STAGS YA series, the differences between writing middle-grade & YA, and history research in mystery novels. Marina was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, David Ross - one half of the author team behind The Three Hares series, with Scott Lauder, joins us to talk about book 3 of the series - The Terracotta Horse. I chatted with David about blending research with fiction to make a good story, as well as what it's like to co-write a story. David was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. Be sure to check out more Children's Fiction from Neem Tree Press on their website - https://neemtreepress.com/book-category/childrens-young-adult

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Sam Thompson joins us to talk about his sequel to Wolfstongue - The Fox's Tower. I chatted with Sam about his follow-up to Wolfstongue, the reception the first book received, and the details of moving the story along. Sam was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. Be sure to check out more from Sam on his website - https://samthompsonwriter.com/

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Jodie Garnish, joins us to talk about her debut Middle-Grade novel, The Spectaculars. I chatted with Jodie about her writing journey, from stage to stories and travels aborad. Jodie was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Jessica Vitalis, joins us to talk about her latest Middle-Grade novel, The Rabbit's Gift I chatted with Jessica about her writing journey, the art of writing craft, and blending new takes on myth. Jessica was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Katy Birchall, joins us to talk about her latest Middle Grade novel, The Vampire Slayer's Survival Guide. I chatted to Katy about her writing journey, and more. Katy was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Deb Mercier & Ryan Jacobson, joins us to talk about their Choose Your Own Path series! I chatted with both Deb & Ryan in this double header episode about their writing process, writing books that engage readers and more Deb & Ryan was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. Check out more from them at https://lake7creative.com/

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Aislinn O'Loughlinn, joins us to talk about her debut Young Adult novel, Big Bad Me. I chatted to Aislinn about her writing journey, from Ireland to Canada and back again. Aislinn was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Big Bad Me head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Badcomp and tell us what super you'd like to gain on a full moon? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 17th October

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Amy Huberman, joins us to talk about her debut middle grade novel, The Day I Got Trapped In My Brain. I chatted to Amy about her career from actress to author, writing tough scenes, and how to get writing down in a busy home. Amy was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Day I Got Trapped In My Brain head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #BrainComp and tell us what would be the main attraction for your own imagination world. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 14th October

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Sabina Khan, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Meet me in Mumbai Emma chatted to Sabina about her writing experiences, the link between family and fate, and more... Sabina was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. Find out more about Sabina's books here: https://sabina-khan.com/

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Finbar Hawkins, joins us to talk about his second YA novel, Stone. I chatted to Finbar about writing scripts then books, struggling to write pain on the page, and more. Finbar was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Victoria Williamson, joins us to talk about her latest novel, War of the Wind I chatted to Victoria about her always writing, how being a teacher helped her as a writer, and more. Victoria was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of War of the Wind head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #WindComp and tell us of a unique way the wind could help our day to day lives? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 7th October

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Anne-Marie Conway, joins us to talk about her latest novel, How to be More Hedgehog I chatted to Anne-Marie about her inspirations as a drama teacher, how characters come from very real sources, and more. Anne-Marie was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of How to Be More Hedgehog head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #HedgehogComp and what creature you'd like to be more of? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 5th October

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Reece Carter, joins us to talk about his debut middle grade novel, The Girl, The Ghost, and the Lost Name. I chatted to Reece about coming up with spooky stories, his love of writing from school, and not being held back when writing. Reece was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Girl, The Ghost, and the Lost Name head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Ghostcomp and tell us what place you'd like to haunt. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 3rd October

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Amy McCaw, joins us to talk about her latest YA novel, Mina and the Slayers I chatted to Amy about her love of gothic novels, New Orleans as inspiration and more. Amy was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Mina and the Slayers head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #MinaComp and what creature of the night would you prefer to be turned into? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 23rd September

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Sarah Todd-Taylor, joins us to talk about her latest MG novel, Alice Eclair Spy Extraordinaire I chatted to Sarah about her love of trains, all things spying, and more! Sarah was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Alice Eclair Spy Extraordinaire head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #EclairComp and tell us your favourite sweet treat (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 21st September

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, James Nicol, joins us to talk about his latest middle grade novel, The Spell Tailors I chatted to James about memory tins, how the story becomes the readers when authors are done, and more. James was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Spell Tailors head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Tailorscomp and tell us what magical piece of clothing you'd love to own? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 19th September

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Natalie C Parker, joins us to talk about her debut MG novel, The Devouring Wolf. I chatted to Natalie about werewolf facts, setting her werewolves in Kansas, and writing MG over YA. Natalie was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. You can find more about Natalie and her books on her website: https://www.nataliecparker.com/

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Will Taylor, joins us to talk about his newest middle novel, The Language of Seabirds. I chatted to Will about his writing journey, writing feelings for the first time, and how much of a history nerd he is at heart. Will was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. Check out more about Chris and his books at https://www.willtaylorbooks.com/

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Chris Whitaker, joins us to talk about his Debut young adult novel, The Forevers. I chatted to Chris about success in writing, writing adult vs YA novels, and a whole lot more. Chris was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. Check out more about Chris and his books at https://www.chriswhitaker.com/

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Catherine Doyle, joins us to talk about her latest MG novel, The Lost Girl King. I chatted to Catherine about Celtic mythology, Tír na nÓg, and writing multiple books at once. Catherine was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Lost Girl King head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Kingcomp and tell us who you'd cross the world to save? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 9th September

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Angharad Walker, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Once Upon a Fever. I chatted to Angharad about writing children's fiction by accident, crafting the story through lockdown, and finally getting to see it out in the world. Angharad was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Once Upon a Fever head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Fevercomp and tell us if your the more level headed sibling, or the rebellious/adventurous one? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 7th September

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, we have both Katie & Kevin Tsang, joins us to talk about their latest new book and series, Space Blasters: Suzie saves the Universe. I chatted to Katie & Kevin about writing books together, extending their own meta-verse, and bringing STEM into the laughter of middle grade. Katie & Kevin were amazing guests to have on the show and we are very grateful they were able to join us on the show. In addition, apologies for the delay of this episode - work deadlines, vacation, and illness have been a problem in August. Thanks, The BKBC Team.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Sufiya Mitchell, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Rosie Raja - Churchill's Spy. I chatted to Sufiya about writing books, working for Fireman Sam, and how her daughters give her book ideas. Sufiya was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Rosie Raja - Churchill's Spy head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Rosiecomp and crack this code - ..-. .-. . . -.. --- -- (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 26th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Kita Mitchell, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Don't Tell Mum I made a Mammoth. I chatted to Kita about writing books, working for Fireman Sam, and how her daughters give her book ideas. Kitawas a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Don't Tell Mum I made a Mammoth head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Mammothcomp and tell us what animal you'd like to bring back from extinction. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 24th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Louise Finch, joins us to talk about her Debut Novel, The Eternal Return of Clara Hart. Emma chatted to Louise about tackling Louisewas a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Eternal Return of Clara Hart head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Claracomp and tell us what day you'd like to live on repeat. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 19th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Janelle McCurdy, joins us to talk about her Debut Novel, Mia and the Lightcasters. I chatted to Janelle about taking ten years to get published, Digimon, and video games influence on her writing. Janelle was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Mia and the Lightcasters head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Miacomp and tell us what 2 animals you'd combine to make your own unique Umbra. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 17th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, David Owen, joins us to talk about his Debut Middle Grade - Alex Neptune: Dragon Thief I chatted to David about environmental issues, seaside mythology and whether or not seagulls count as sea animals??? You decide! David was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Alex Neptune: Dragon Thief head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Neptunecomp and tell us what's your favourite sea creature? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 12th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Kate Foster, joins us to talk about her debut novel here in the UK, PAWS. I chatted to Kate about writing autistic characters, the friendship between dogs and people, and the balance of being an author. Kate was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. Check out PAWS from Walker Books - Out 4th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Fleur Hitchcock, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Mouseheart. I chatted to Fleur about writing in cities she knows, blending fact and fiction, and writing mysteries from back to front. Fleur was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Mouseheart head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Mousecomp and tell us your favourite play or musical (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 8th August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Alex Cotter, joins us to talk about her latest novel, The Mermaid Call. I chatted to Alex about writing a novel vs non-fiction, mental health in books, and the line between friend and villain. Alex was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of The Mermaid Call head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Mermaidcomp and tell us what sort of unique mermaid you'd like to be. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 5th August

EPISODE 150!!!!!!! Thanks to everybody who's supported the show up to now. Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Lauren Wolk, joins us to talk about her latest novel, My Own Lightning I chatted to Lauren about writing writing books set in settings dear to her, getting to write full time, and finding herself doubting success. Lauren was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. My Own Lightning is out now in both the US and UK from Penguin Random House.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Tom Vaughan, joins us to talk about his newest book, A Gangster Stole My Trunks. I chatted to Tom about writing more humour, the challenge of murder mysteries, and finding story ideas at a retirement home. Tomwas a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of A Gangster Stole My Trunks head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Gangstercomp and tell us what themed cruise you'd love to go on? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 1st August

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Natasha Devon, joins us to talk about her debut novel, Toxic I chatted to Natasha about writing a novel vs non-fiction, mental health in books, and the line between friend and villain. Natasha was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Toxic head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Toxiccomp and tag a good friend. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 29th July

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Sasha Laurens, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Youngblood. I chatted to Sasha about studying Russian literature, writing characters struggling against the system, and more. Sasha was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. Find out more about the book at https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/youngblood-sasha-laurens/1140385088?ean=9780593353202

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Cat Gray, joins us to talk about her debut novel, Spellstoppers. I chatted to Cat about writing another book as her debut then having to write a new one, enjoying magical worlds, and feeding owls. Cat was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Spellstopper head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Spellcomp and tell us what magical knick-knack you'd love to help around the house (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 22nd July

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Emma Finlayson-Palmer, joins us to talk about her debut novel, Autumn Moonbeam Dance Magic. I chatted to Emma about positive rep in her books, how she's written for every age range, and making books Spell-tacular. Emma was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Autumn Moonbeam Dance Magic head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Moonbeamcomp and tell us what song always gets you on the dancefloor. (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 20th July

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, P J Canning, joins us to talk about his debut book, 21% Monster. I chatted to Peter about writing as a pantser, coming up with the book concept while eating crisps, and his 10 year journey to get published. Peter was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of 21% Monster head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #Monstercomp and tell us what you'd like to be 21% of? (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 15th July

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Simon Packham, joins us to talk about his latest book, Has Anyone Seen Archie Ebbs? Out now from Firefly Press I chatted to Simon about writing from actin, finding empathy in books, and rewriting the book multiple times. Simon was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show.

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, David Long, joins us to talk about his latest books, Spies and Tutankhamun's Treasure. I chatted to David about writing over 60 books, how much he writes vs research, and his love of histroy. David was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION*** If you want to be in with a chance of winning a copy of Fight Back head over to Twitter and follow @BigKidsBookClub. Send us a tweet using the hashtag #pharaohcomp and tell us what law you'd make if pharaoh for a day (UK residents only) The competition closes midnight on 8th July

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week's Author Interview. In this episode, Charley Robinson, joins us to talk about her YA Book Box subscription - Paper Orange I chatted to Charley about her love of YA books, starting her own YA book festival and how to choose what goes into a book box subscription. Charley was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. Check out the Paper Orange YA Book Box here https://www.paperorange.uk/ Also check out Charley's Etsy shop here: