This week, Chris joins author Mia McGlynn to discuss the various picture books that she has released. During the interview Mia speaks a great deal about how she hopes her books that talk about acceptance, diversity and kindness will help improve how we treat each other and as a result improve mental health. So Chris decided to include some book rec…

In this week’s episode you will hear an episode from the brilliant ‘The Children’s Book Podcast’ hosted by Matthew Winner. In this episode of The Children’s Book Podcast’, Matthew chats with author Katz Windness. Kaz Windness, Bitsy Bat, School Star (Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books) and Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends (Simon Spotlight), creat…

Chris discusses how repetitive phrases in picture books is an important element in helping children with their reading. He later discusses this with author Linda Penisten and why she includes it in her ‘The Adventures of Granola Squatch’ books. Books mentioned in this podcast: 1. ‘Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?’ by Bill Martin Jr. and Eri…

Chris interviews chats with author Natasha Iregbu to talk about her debut picture book 'Slow Down Amaya'. 'Slow Down Amaya' tells the story of the butterfly Amaya who with the help of her friend Sammy the sunflower learns how to use mindfulness to help her slow down and be in the moment. Throughout the conversation Chris and Natasha discuss the imp…

Chris chats with author Ronda Wojcicki to discuss her upcoming book ‘When the World Slowed Down’ and ‘Speech Class Rules’. During this episode Chris and Ronda talk about the importance of including a good message in your story and how writing what we know can give us the best outcomes. You can find Ronda via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profi…

In this episode Chris explains why he believes that picture book play a crucial role in a child’s development and how they can support them throughout their childhood.By Chris Marland

Chris is joined by author Dr Jen Mott, illustrator Sara Relojo and formatter Emily Hunter-Higgins to talk about their book ‘Why Teaching?’. ‘Why Teaching?’ Is about a young child who is encouraged to to take different job paths in the future but continues to insist that she wants to be a teacher. The book is a voice to those who want to be teachers…

Chris chats with author and illustrator Callen Till to talk about his book ‘Do You Think Molly Is Unique’, a book that gives an important message about standing up for yourself and being proud of who you are. During the interview, Callen chats about his inspirations, his illustrating process and how he approached writing the book. To find out more …

For his first episode, Chris interviews author Christina Myers who talks about her debut book The Little Boy Who Wouldn’t Eat Cheesecake. Christina mentions what inspired her to be an author, how the idea of the book came about and how she has been able to promote the story. You can find out more about Christina Myers through her website ww.humblea…