The Big Kids Book Club Podcast

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Vashti Hardy returns to talk about her final book in the Brightstorm trilogy, Firesong. Vashti and I chatted about completing a trilogy, the journey of writing multiple novels, and what she has planned for the world of the Wide next. Vashti was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Caryl Lewis, joins us to talk about her debut English middle-grade novel. Caryl and I chatted about writing books in English, finding stories to inspire imaginations, and the wonder in dreams and wishes. Caryl was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Sue Wallman, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Such a Good Liar. Emma chatted with Sue about the writing mysteries, incorporating social media into novels, and making YA protagonists believable.  Sue was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITI...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Ivor Baddiel, author of Britain's Smartest Kid... on Ice!, joins us on the show! Ivor and I talked about kids fears of being themselves, going behind the scenes of TV writing, and the love of football. Ivor was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. Enjoy! ***COMPETIT...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. Let's re-join Emma and Christine PIllainayagam as they talk about her latest novel, Ellie Pillai Is Brown Emma and Christine chatted about writing stories for her younger self, the importance of music behind novels, and getting opportunities to live out dreams. Christine was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she wa...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Christine PIllainayagam, joins Emma to talk about her latest novel, Ellie Pillai Is Brown Emma and Christine chatted about writing stories for her younger self, the importance of music behind novels, and getting opportunities to live out dreams. Christine was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she w...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Mary Watson, joins Emma to talk about her latest novel, Blood to Poison. Emma and Mary chatted about writing stories about her native South Africa, spinning tales of magic and weaving narratives that tackle hard hitting topics. Mary was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on t...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Gina Blaxill, joins us to talk about her latest novel, You Can Trust Me. Gina and I chatted about the difficulties of a writing journey, finding the right place to start your novel, and tricky first chapters. Gina was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETI...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Jane Mitchell, joins us to talk about her latest novel, Run for Your Life Jane and I chatted about the Direct Provision in Ireland, running writing workshops for refugees, and writing books to highlight issues. Jane was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPE...

Hey, hey, hey! It’s the end of the month so I’m joined by Rab ( @rabtales ) and Laura (@librarylaurapod) to talk about our monthly topic. This month is Mystery March, where we talk mystery, thrillers, and detective novels in the Middle Grade and Young Adult genre. ----------------------------------------------------- Books talked about in this episode: Murder Most Unladylike by Robin Stevens Agath...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Anne Cassidy, joins us to talk about her latest novel, The Drowning Day. Anne and I chatted about writing for middle grade, the writing of up to date issues, and the creation of characters. Anne 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...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Alastair Chisholm, returns to the show to talk about her latest series, the Dragon Storm Series. Alastair and I chatted about writing in picture books and middle grade, writing a series, and all the details that go into it. Alastair was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on th...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Hannah Peck, returns to the show to talk about her latest novel, Kate on the Case: The Call of the Silver Wibbler Hannah and I chatted about the challenge of writing and illustrator, writing songs in books, and linking mysteries and friendship. Hannah was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was a...

Welcome back for another Mid-Week review, a book review in the middle of the week (it's kind of obvious by the title haha). Let's take a look at this week's book! ----------------- This week's review is: Lockwood & Co: The Screaming Staircase by Johnathan Stroud Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK Age Range: 12+ Genre(s): Supernatural, Mystery Page Count: 480 Star Rating:  4⭐ (...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Lindsay Littleson, joins us to talk about her latest novel, The Rewilders. Lindsay and I chatted about tackling the rewilding efforts in Scotland, creating characters true to the students she used to teach, and her love of Lynx's. Lindsay was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join u...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Aneesa Marufu, joins us to talk about her debut novel, The Balloon Thief Aneesa and I chatted about fascinations with hot air balloons, writing a story of adventure while tackling issues, and using university degrees in unexpected ways. Aneesa was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to j...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Bethany Walker, joins us to talk about her latest book How to Steal the Mona Lisa. Beth and I chatted about not stealing art, writing picture books and moving onto bigger books, and writing witty stories. Beth was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the show. ***COMPETITION...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Morgan Owen, joins us to talk about her debut novel, The Girl with No Soul. Morgan and I chatted about taking 12 years to get her book out, building worlds before characters, and the highs and lows of being on debut. Morgan 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, Karen McCombie, joins us to talk about her latest book Fagin's Girl. Karen and I chatted about what her research in bringing history to life, and reaching almost 100 books.  Karen 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...

Hey, hey, hey! It’s a new month so I’m joined by Emma for a review of February books and we talk about books that we fell in love with.  ----------------------------------------------------- So sit back, relax, and get lost in a good book-ish podcast Follow us on Twitter: @Bigkidsbookclub Find our website: bigkidsbookclub.com 

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Emma takes the reins and chats with Catherine Wilkins about her new book, You're Not the Boss of Me! Emma and Catherine chatted about writing about the strong themes of sexism in children's books, how being a comedian helps writing witty characters, and what Catherine's favourite sketch was to write. Catherine was a great...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Tamsin Mori, joins us to talk about her latest book in the Weather Weaver series, A Gathering Storm Tamsin and I chatted about what her first year as a debut author went, the challenges of writing book to, and changes to the original plot. Tamsin was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able t...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Jamar J Perry, author of debut Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms, joins us on the show! Jamar and I talked about loneliness growing up, finding a book for the boys he taught, and finding himself in the pages. Jamar was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful he was able to join us on the show. Enjoy...

Welcome back for another Mid-Week review, a book review in the middle of the week (it's kind of obvious by the title haha). Let's take a look at this week's book! ----------------- This week's review is: The Hatmakers by Tamzin Merchant Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK Age Range: 8+ Genre(s): Middle Grade, Mystery, Adventure Page Count: 384 Star Rating:  4.2⭐ (out of 5) Plot: 4...

Hey hey hey! Welcome back to this week’s Author Interview. In this episode, Vicky Woodgate, joins us to talk about her new book the Magic of Seasons Vicky and I chatted about turning illustrator to author, working hard to plan the book from start to finish, and cats adopting Spanish street cats. Vicky was a great guest to have on the show and we are very grateful she was able to join us on the sho...