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Join us on the pod one last time in our Grand Finale episode! Not only that, it's also our 2022 Christmas special, so get ready for some festive shenanigans. We take a trip down OMP memory lane, recommend some fab new reads (perfect for Christmas stockings), and meet the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future! We also hear from some of our wonderful past guests who pop in to spread some One More Page love. Merry Christmas!! Thanks so much for tuning in, and whether you're a more recent listener or you've been with us from the start, don't forget we have five year's worth of episodes you can still listen to, covering all kinds of kidlit themes! We'll still be popping into our socials now and then with book reviews and recommendations, so be sure you're following us across at each @onemorepageau, and our author accounts too: Kate Simpson: www.instagram.com/ksimpsonbooks Liz Ledden: www.instagram.com/liz_ledden Nat Amoore: www.instagram.com/nat_amoore Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-76  Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we're shining a light on the super important reading space between younger kids' novels and YA - upper middle grade! Australia has a wealth of talent in this area, and we chat to two of the industry's finest. First up, meet the accomplished Emily Gale. Hear about her brand new release The Goodbye Year, which straddles the space between childhood and the teen years. Hear more about her varied writing career and achievements, like making change in the industry. And in Kids Capers, young superfan Amelie interviews the amazing Jeremy Lachlan! Hear more about his exciting books in the upper middle grade category, such as Jane Doe and the Cradle of All Worlds, and his upcoming title, Jane Doe and the Quill of All Tales. We have a great book pack to give away thanks to Hardie Grant Children's Publishing, the usual shoutouts and jam-packed book reviews, and a special announcement you don't want to miss in our On Our Radar segment. Yes, we're wrapping up the podcast after five exciting years of episodes to focus on writing and other commitments, but never fear, we are still around and will continue to pop on our socials with book reviews: @onemorepageau across Instagram/FB/Twitter. We're not done yet though, stay tuned in December for our Christmas episode! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-75 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau

Welcome to the One More Page Debutante Ball! An episode dedicated to an amazing crop of first-time authors with kids' books published this year. First up, meet the dynamic Dani Vee and hear all about her debut picture book, My ExtraOrdinary Mum. Plus discover her other work in the world of books, the inspiration behind her debut and her exciting upcoming titles in the works. Then, get to know Anna Battese, the chapter book author behind PD McPem's Agency for Mysterious Mysteries. Hear tips for creating series, the real-life stories behind her stories, and how she celebrated her first book hitting the shelves. You'll also meet new author Reece Carter, whose debut kids' novel A Girl Called Corpse is creating lots of bookish buzz. Hear how the book came to be after an exciting bidding war, how he found his ideas for this unique and spooky story and much more. As always, we have a great book giveaway, this time thanks to Allen & Unwin, lots of book reviews, shoutouts and book chat. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-74 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode of One More Page, we're exploring The Animal Bookdom! That is, the wealth of amazing kids' books highlighting animals, from fascinating facts, to stories based on real-life animal tales, to the fictional, anthropomorphic kind! First up, meet amazing author Irma Gold. Hear about her picture books Seree's Story and Where the Heart Is, both based on real animal stories, plus hear more about her multi-faceted career in the world of writing, editing and podcasting! In Kids Capers, we have debut author Carla Fitzgerald in the hotseat, being interviewed by her son, Lachie! Hear more about her picture book Keeping up with the Dashchunds packed with cheeky animal characters, plus her middle grade novel How to be Prime Minister and Survive Grade Five. We have a prize pack of animal picture books to give away, thanks to Larrikin House, plus book reviews, shoutouts and more! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-73 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, the Book Month festivities continue as we each tackle our enormous to be read piles! Hear Kate, Liz and Nat's picks from their piles of the latest kids' reads, from gorgeous picture books to must-read middle grade. Get your pens out and your wishlists written as we share books, books and more books! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-72 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In our third Book Week Bonus episode (our series of mini episodes celebrating Book Week all month long!), we meet the curator of the Kids and YA Festival at the event itself - wonderful author Belinda Murrell! Get the lowdown on one of the kids' book industry's most loved festivals, bringing together publishers, authors, illustrators and book lovers in a day full of inspiring panels, pitch sessions and networking. Plus hear all about Belinda's own writing career, including her latest middle grade release The Silver Sea! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/ Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In our second Book Week Bonus episode (yes, we're celebrating Book Week throughout the entire month of August!) we have another author interview recorded at the recent Kids and YA Festival, held at Writing NSW in Sydney and curated by author Belinda Murrell. This time, hear from super-accomplished kids and YA author (and recent Survivor contestant!) Wai Chim. Hear more about her writing career, books like The Surprising Power of a Good Dumpling, Freedom Swimmer and more! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/ Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

To celebrate Book Month (because we all know the Book Week festivities really go all month long!), we have a series of episodes coming to you throughout August! Team OMP recently attended the amazing Kids and YA Festival held at Writing NSW in Sydney, curated by author Belinda Murrell. On the day, Kate interviewed several of the authors who spoke at the festival, and the first of these was Deb Abela. In our first Book Week Bonus episode, hear a fascinating chat with one of the Australian kids' book industry's most beloved authors. Discover more about her brand new middle grade release, The Book of Wondrous Possibilities, insights into her writing life and lots more! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/ Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

This time, we have a bumper episode for you where'll you meet not one but four kidlit creators! Meet illustrator extraordinnaire Jess McGeachin, and discover his mix of fiction and non-fiction picture books. Find out how his museum work has influenced his settings and stories. Next, get to know exciting picture book duo behind new release Where?, Jordan Collins and Phil Lesnie. Hear more about their important new book which examines the question many are often asked - where do you come from? And last but not least, hear from kidlit star Tristan Bancks, discussing his brand new middle grade release Cop and Robber and much more. As always, we review a stack of new releases, reveal our latest book giveaway and chat all things kids' books. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-71 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we're talking thrills, sprills and stunts! Meet an exciting new middle grade author on the kidlit scene, Trent Roberts, and hear about his debut kids' book STUNT KIDS. Discover his journey to becoming an author and insights into his working life. Check out team OMP's latest reads in our Whatcha Readin section, plus hear what our written reviewer Georgina's been reading for our website reviews. As always, we have an exciting book giveaway - this time thanks to Pan Macmillan -bookish shoutouts and lots of kidlit chat! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-70 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau  

This episode, we're having an Arty Party with amazing illustrator (and author!), Sophie Beer! Discover more about her books, background, working life as a kids' book creator, productivity tips and more. It's a super inspiring and insightful chat with the creator of Loves Makes a Family, illustrator of Izzy and Frank and many more beloved titles. Then we meet the second winning bidder in the recent Lismore Flood Recovery Auction run by Zanni Louise - the talented Rebecca Timmis. Hear more about her Mertales series and bookish news. As always, we have kids' book reviews, shoutouts and a fabulous giveaway, this time thanks to Hardie Grant Children's Publishing and their Bright Light imprint - follow them on Insta via https://www.instagram.com/brightlightpublishing/ Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-69 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

This time, we're chatting real-life adventures with a fascinating special guest. Delve into the the world of Antarctic exploration with an in-depth interview with author Joanna Grochowicz. Hear all about her new book with Allen & Unwin, Shackleton's Endurance, and the research and knowledge behind it. Then in place of our usual Kids' Capers antics, we have another special guest - the first of three winners in our podcasterly prizes offered in the Lismore Flood Recovery auction, run by author Zanni Louise. Tune in to hear from kids' book author (and shoe lover) Emma Bowd! Then we have a great book prize to share (actually, there's more than one!), lots of book reviews, shoutouts and fun bookish chat. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-68 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we delve into the magical (and emotional) moments of childhood. Meet author Edwina Wyatt, whose many books incorporate universal childhood experiences, as well as everyday magic. From her junior fiction books like Magnolia Moon to her wide array of picture books, hear more about her stories, writing processes, and the moments that have sparked her ideas. Then in Kids Capers, hear from a young reader and discover the magical moments they're living right now through the pages of books! We also shoutout to author Zanni Louise's Lismore Flood auction, and the huge assortment of items on offer to raise money for a super important cause (including some from team OMP!). As usual, we have some great book prizes on offer and lots of reading recommendations! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-67 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

If you've ever wondered how a book is built - from its foundations to the final product, this is the episode for you! Meet Kids and YA Editor at Allen & Unwin, Nicola Santilli, and head behind the scenes of making books. From reading submissions to the sometimes complex editing process, there's so much to happen before a book hits the shelves! And in our Kids Capers segment, discover the ins and outs of self-publishing as a teen author! Tune in to this fascinating chat with Kanako Okiron for a firsthand account of book-building. And as always, we have another great giveaway, book reviews galore and fun bookish chat. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-66 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

Hooray, it's end of year party season! And this episode is the official One More Page office Christmas party. Not only are your hosts Kate, Liz and Nat celebrating, but the illustrator of our fun episode images, Ramona Davey, joins in the fun. From Christmas crackers full of bookish questions to a special Uber pressies delivery (you guessed it - Santa's stuck in quarantine), we party like only a kids' book podcast team can. Discover a round-up of must-reads, perfect for Christmas stockings or holiday reading time, from festive picture books to some fabulous kids' non-fiction, through to novels for young readers. Thanks for tuning in to One More Page for our fourth year of podcasting, and here's to a great 2022! Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-65 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we're going all post-lockdown and taking a trip beyond Australia's borders (well, virtually anyway)! Join us in a celebration of British books, and meet three exciting stars of the UK kidlit scene. Hear from Harriet Muncaster, author/illustrator and creator of the hugely popular kids' book series Isadora Moon, Mirabelle and Victoria Stitch. Meet Clare Weze, a fabulous author of British and Nigerian heritage, and hear more about her middle grade novel The Lightning Catcher. And get to know James Lancett, an exciting illustrator and animator with many books to his name - you may recognise his work on the covers of our own Nat Amoore's middle grade novels! We also have a great UK book pack on offer from Walker Books, our usual shout-outs and a rundown of our latest recommended kids' reads. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-64 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we are delving into kids' books that evoke all the feels. From touching friendship stories to books tackling deep and sometimes tricky topics, we speak to some amazing authors weaving emotional magic with words. First up, meet Maryam Master, esteemed playwright and scriptwriter who has now turned her hand to middle grade. Hear more about her new novel Exit Through the Gift Shop, which covers the topic of dying in a clever way, with a touch of lightness and humour. Then in Kids Capers, a young interviewer chats with author Peter Carnavas, discussing his touching new kids' book My Brother Ben and much more. Hear about your hosts recent reads, discover our latest book giveaway and enjoy a whole lot of bookish banter. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-63 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, it's time for some quality chat with several stars of the kidlit scene - Aboriginal, female creators with fascinating stories and spectacular books. First up, meet illustrator Charmaine Ledden-Lewis, winner of the Kestin Indigenous Illustrator Award via Magabala Books, which led to her first book, Found, written by Bruce Pascoe. Hear more about her family background and how it informs her work, her experimentation with different art mediums, an exciting upcoming book in the works, and more. Then in Kids Capers, the super impressive young Pen chats with Kirli Saunders, an award-winning, multi-disciplinary writer and artist, and creator of kids' books including the recent hit Bindi, The Incredible Freedom Machines and more. As always, we have a great giveaway to announce, loads of great book recommendations, shoutouts and more. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-62 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

While Book Week may look a little different this year for many of our listeners, we are still celebrating virtually with a bumper Book Week themed episode! First up, meet emerging picture book author Rory H. Mather. Hear more about his journey to publication, fun picture books, advice for aspiring authors and more. And we have another up and coming author on the show too - meet Victoria Mackinlay and discover her fascinating family history that contributed to her new release, The Lion Who Came to Stay. We also have some Book Week fun in store - an audio performance of the play team One More Page co-wrote for the recent CBCA anthology, Old Worlds, New Worlds, Other Worlds. It involves an otherworldly adventure up a space rocket in the park. Discover our latest book giveaway, hear our latest kids' book reviews, and more. Have a happy Book Week, no matter where or how you may be celebrating. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-61 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau

In this episode, we're celebrating families - a key theme in kids' books, and of course, our lives! We meet Radhiah Chowdhury, and hear about her important work in the publishing industry around representation, as well as her recently released picture book. The Katha Chest draws on her Bangladeshi family heritage with real life family members inspiring this tale, illustrated by Lavanya Naidu. Then in Kids Capers, the family theme continues. Hear award-winning singer turned kids' book author Josh Pyke chat with his son Augie, about everything from Josh's new picture book Chatterpuss to Augie's current reads. It's a heartwarming and fun chat, highlighting how families can bond over books! You can also discover our latest book giveaway, what we've all been reading, shout-outs and more. Read the show notes: https://www.onemorepagepodcast.com/episode-60 Email us at: onemorepagepodcast@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/onemorepageAU Twitter: www.twitter.com/onemorepageau Instagram: www.instagram.com/onemorepageau