From Stage Fright to Page Turner

Hear my tips for reading with young listeners – and why 10-year-old me probably wouldn't've enjoyed my first book...

I recently had the enormous pleasure of joining the ginormously energising juggernaught of joy that is Jed Doherty for an episode of his Reading With Your Kids podcast, a show that is essential listening for anyone keen to support youngsters' futures by sharing the enriching pleasure of reading. $:-)

In this episode, you'll hear why 10-year-old Chip wouldn't've enjoyed my first book... but also how I've since drawn upon my experiences as both storyteller and writer to help parents and educators read more engagingly with young listeners.

Then of course, there're tips aplenty! Plus we discuss the trend for rewriting old fairy tales with 'happily ever middles' – and why that's not necessarily a useful thing to do...

Take a listen here:

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And while you wait for my reply, you should absolutely subscribe to Jed's podcast to enjoy many other authors sharing their love of creating for young audiences. You'll pick up many more tips for reading with your kids, I'm sure. $;-)

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