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Author 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 blockbuster

Your Kid's Next Read


    • Jun 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan Daley

    YKNR 207: 10 minutes with Li Chen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 42:36


    Allison chats to author and illustrator Li Chen about her new graphic novel 'Detective Beans: Adventures in Cat Town', creating a character that resonates with kids, and the everlasting appeal of mystery stories.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Pip Smith reads 'The Pull Of The Moon'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 10:17


    Pip Smith reads from ‘The Pull Of The Moon', her latest YA novel, which explores what happens when the urge to help collides with the unfathomable uncertainty of loss.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 206: Non-Fiction 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 32:37


    Megan and Allison take a deep dive into non-fiction books for kids, looking at different types of non-fiction, why reading non-fiction is important (even in the digital age), and how it feeds into critical thinking and creativity as well.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Kate Gordon reads 'The Haunting of Hindmarsh Hall'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 10:08


    Kate Gordon reads from ‘The Haunting of Hindmarsh Hall', the first book in The Secret Detectives Club, a new series for middle-grade readers.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 205: 10 minutes with Julia Lawrinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 42:31


    Allison chats to author Julia Lawrinson about her new verse novel ‘Trapped: The Entombed Miner of Bonnie Vale', creating suspense in the spaces between words, and paring back history to uncover the people.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Kitty Black reads ‘Everglade: Rise of The Witch'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 12:20


    Kitty Black reads from ‘Everglade: Rise of The Witch', the first book in a new and funny fantasy trilogy, illustrated by Rebecca CraneRead the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 204: Wide Reading 101

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 29:56


    What exactly is ‘wide reading' and how can you encourage young readers to embrace it? Megan and Allison take a deep dive into the idea of wide reading, including tips and tricks for introducing it at your place.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Jessica Townsend reads 'Silverborn'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 12:58


    Jessica Townsend reads from ‘Silverborn: The Mystery of Morrigan Crow', the fourth book in her international bestselling Nevermoor series.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 203: 10 minutes with Lucie Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 35:25


    Allison chats to debut author Lucie Stevens about her middle-grade fantasy novel ‘R.I.P. Nanny Tobbins', choosing an historical setting, and finding success in trying something new.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 202: The enduring appeal of mystery stories

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 39:00


    Allison and Megan explore all the reasons that young readers love mystery stories, why they're addictive, and how to find age-appropriate reads.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 201: 10 minutes with Jacqueline Harvey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 36:31


    Allison chats to Jacqueline Harvey about her brand-new middle-grade novel ‘The Girl and The Ghost', meeting new characters and developing a new series.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

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    A.L. Tait reads 'Willow Bright's Secret Plot'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 18:08


    A.L. Tait reads from ‘Willow Bright's Secret Plot', a new middle-grade mystery story about growing up, finding your place in the world and the restorative power of nature.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 200: Ask Us Anything 3.0

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 42:15


    To celebrate 200 episodes of Your Kid's Next Read podcast, Allison and Megan are answering YOUR questions. From how to write a book to how to make library time more inclusive to how to organise a brilliant author event, it's all here.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 199: 10 minutes with Clayton Zane Comber & Conor McCammon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 38:21


    Allison chats to Clayton Zane Comber and Conor McCammon about their brand-new novel ‘The Marvellous Submarine', including co-writing a book on sticky notes (both), taking on illustrating for the first time (Conor), and moving from YA to junior fiction (Clayton). Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 198: All about Funny Books

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 34:59


    Funny books create a LOT of discussion in the Your Kid's Next Read community, so Megan and Allison are discussing the the role of funny books in reading, what makes a great funny book, and if, when and how to move kids into other areas of the bookshelf.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 197: 10 minutes with Helen Edwards

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 42:46


    Allison chats to Dr Helen Edwards about her new middle-grade historical fiction novel ‘On Gallant Wings', the drafting process and medals for bravery. Megan shares some insights into the 5 Laws of Library Science.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Ashleigh Barton reads ‘How To Sail To Somewhere'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 16:14


    Ashleigh Barton reads from ‘How To Sail To Somewhere', her moving new middle-grade novel, described as a 'cosy adventure' story.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 196: Building a Home Library 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 34:08


    What does a home library look like? Megan and Allison explore the basics of building a home library, from why it's important to keep books on hand, what to buy (and what to borrow), where to keep them, and when and how to cull.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 195: 10 minutes with Nick Bland

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 36:28


    Allison chats to Nick Bland, author of 60+ picture books (including the ‘Very Cranky Bear' series), about his debut junior fiction novel, ‘Bling Jollygood', and why he's always writing. Plus, Megan has Easter gift-giving tips.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Hayley Gannon reads ‘Luna's World'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 13:56


    Hayley Gannon reads from ‘Luna's World: Library Dreams', a fun, heartwarming story for readers 7+, illustrated by Michelle Conn.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 194: Reading Aloud 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 39:18


    When should you start reading aloud to kids? Should you stop once they can read by themselves? Megan and Allison look at the nuts and bolts of reading aloud to kids, from what to read, to how to fit it in, to effective, accessible options for everyone.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Sandy Bigna reads ‘Little Bones'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 16:31


    Sandy Bigna reads from ‘Little Bones', her debut middle-grade verse novel.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 193: 10 minutes with Tamlyn Teow

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 42:53


    Allison chats to artist Tamlyn Teow about SoXiety, a wordless picture book that is her first solo work as author and illustrator. Plus, Megan is battening down the hatches as Cyclone Alfred approaches.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    Dianne Wolfer reads ‘Soaring With The Sugarbird Lady'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 16:44


    Dianne Wolfer reads from ‘Soaring With The Sugarbird Lady: The Robin Miller Story', a real-life story for readers 9+, illustrated by Briony Stewart.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 192: Kids and critical thinking

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 33:51


    How can we help kids to develop their critical thinking skills? Megan and Allison look at books that help, books that spark conversations and books that demonstrate the perils of misinformation.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 191: 10 minutes with Felice Arena

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 37:46


    Allison chats to bestselling children's author Felice Arena about his brand-new picture book ‘My Big Secret', finding himself as an illustrator and, er, bunyips.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 190: School Libraries 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 37:17


    Get to know your school library! A look at how school libraries are changing, the role of Teacher Librarians, and what to do if your school doesn't have a staffed school library.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au

    YKNR 189: 10 minutes with Helen Milroy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 51:07


    Allison chats to Helen Milroy about her two new books, ‘Bush Bubs' and 'Sunny and Shadow', and art as an escape. Plus, Megan has a big announcement! Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Melissa Garside reads ‘Lexie Moon & The Word Burgling Bungle'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 16:39


    Melissa Garside reads from her debut junior fiction novel ‘Lexie Moon & The Word Burgling Bungle', illustrated by Lauren MullinderRead the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 188: Real Talk About Reading

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 47:10


    You've probably heard that the Australian curriculum is changing and that reading will be taught differently now – but what does that mean and what does it look like in the classroom and at home? Megan and Allison break it down for you.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Amy Doak reads ‘Eleanor Jones Can't Keep A Secret'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 12:45


    Amy Doak reads the first chapter of ‘Eleanor Jones Can't Keep A Secret', the second book in her popular YA series.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Adam Wallace reads ‘18,000 Holes In The Universe'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 10:20


    Adam Wallace reads from ‘Dragonfire', the first book in the ‘18,000 Holes In The Universe' junior fiction series, co-written by Lisa Foley and illustrated by James Hart.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Danielle Binks reads ‘Six Summers Of Tash and Leopold'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 10:07


    Danielle Binks reads the first chapter of her latest contemporary middle-grade novel ‘Six Summers Of Tash and Leopold'.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Shivaun Plozza reads ‘Summer of Shipwrecks'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 14:51


    Shivaun Plozza reads the first chapter of her contemporary middle-grade novel ‘Summer of Shipwrecks'.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Yxavel Magno Diño reads ‘The Serpent Rider'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 11:40


    Yxavel Magno Diño reads the first chapter of her debut fantasy novel ‘The Serpent Rider'.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Raelke Grimmer reads ‘White Noise'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 12:55


    Raelke Grimmer reads from her debut young adult novel ‘White Noise'Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Amelia Mellor reads ‘The Lost Book Of Magic'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 16:16


    Amelia Mellor reads from her middle-grade novel ‘The Lost Book Of Magic', the conclusion to her bestselling series.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Dani Vee reads ‘Riley's Failproof Guide To Breaking A School Record'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 20:34


    Dani Vee reads from her debut junior fiction novel ‘Riley's Failproof Guide To Breaking A School Record', illustrated by Jules Faber.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    A. L. Tait reads 'The First Summer of Callie McGee'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 18:44


    A. L. Tait (aka podcast co-host Allison Tait) reads the first chapter of her contemporary middle-grade novel ‘The First Summer of Callie McGee'.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Dr Helen Edwards reads 'Legend Of The Lighthouse Moon'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2024 12:47


    Dr Helen Edwards reads the first chapter of her enthralling historical adventure story ‘Legend Of The Lighthouse Moon'Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Deb Fitzpatrick reads 'Kelpie Chaos'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 10:09


    Deb Fitzpatrick reads the first chapter of her heartwarming junior fiction novel KELPIE CHAOS.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Judith Rossell reads 'The Midwatch'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 13:13


    Bestselling author Judith Rossell reads the first chapter of her latest illustrated middle-grade novel THE MIDWATCH.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    Allison Rushby reads 'The Christmas Wish'

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 10:39


    Allison Rushby, the third member of Team YKNR, reads from THE CHRISTMAS WISH, the fifth book in her junior fiction series The Wish Sisters, illustrated by Karen Blair.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 187: YKNR Fave Reads 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 64:30


    In our last regular episode of 2024, Allison and Megan are joined by Allison Rushby, the third member of Team YKNR, for a candle-lit, round-table chat about our favourite books published in 2024. From picture books to YA fiction and everything in between, it's an eclectic list, full of gems.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

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    YKNR 186: 10 minutes with Louise Park & Mo Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 41:53


    Allison chats to Louise Park and Mo Johnson about their new junior fiction novel ‘Prank Wars: Game On', co-authoring a book and whether too much is ever enough for young readers. Plus, Megan shares her pick of new non-fiction books for kids.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 185: 10 minutes with Erstwilder

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 37:51


    Megan chats to Marc Abrahams, the brains behind the Erstwilder brand, about visual storytelling, collaborating with illustrators, and creating must-have accessories. Plus, Allison has some news about our exciting summer series!Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 184: Books about creativity

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 31:53


    Creativity for kids is all about two things – being bored and 'doing'. Allison and Megan look at books and other ways to support kids to explore their creativity. Pus, Megan is raving about a new picture book and Allison shares a new artist/illustrator collab.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 183: 10 minutes with Kathryn Lefroy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 39:28


    Allison chats to Kathryn Lefroy about her new middle-grade novel ‘The Secret Of The Stone', making wishes and how to choose a title for a story. Plus, Megan has a new ebook for you!Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 182: #Christmasmail

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 33:41


    The Christmas books are arriving thick and fast so Megan and Allison offer their picks of the current crop. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

    YKNR 181: 10 minutes with Stuart Wilson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 33:55


    Stuart Wilson joins Allison to chat about his new middle-grade fantasy novel ‘The 113th Assistant Librarian', writing big stories in contained worlds and the joy of public libraries. Plus, Megan has some inside tips on teachers' notes.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

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    YKNR 180: Family Read-Aloud Novels

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 34:57


    Family read-aloud novels need to be engaging and suitable for a range of age groups – including adults. Megan and Allison share their favourite great family read-alouds along with a list of recommendations from the YKNR community.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.com.au

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