On today’s show, we chat with a self-published creator of books for kids to get some of the best self-publishing advice for picture books that we’ve ever received on the pod. Advice on how to find an illustrator, who you’ll need to work with, what materials you’ll need, information about contracts, how to make and distribute your book. All of this …

Keen persisting. Keep creating. Keep coming up with ideas On today’s show, we chat to an author who has just celebrated her 200th Rejection. However, due to years of persistence, and honing her craft, she’s gone and got herself published for a second time with a second traditional publisher. We’ll chat all about this process and what we can all lea…

Kev, Trev, Kylie and Ken On today’s show, we chat to an author/illustrator about how to create a graphic novel series, what’s involved, where to find characters, how to develop them, and so many amazing tips on creating books for kids. Plus, Liv reviews two awesome new picture books. Today’s special guest began her working life as a graphic designe…

Book Reviews with Liv On today’s show, we chat with Liv and, well, just Liv. Due to popular demand, Liv’s popped in to share six brand new picture books with us. There’ll be dragons, Days of the week, dogs playing Rock n Roll, and much more. Today’s special guest has been with us for three years now, as a co-host, co-interviewer, and as our regular…

Writing Great Characters for Books, TV, and Life On today’s show, we chat about great character writing, various ways of developing characters, and we go inside one of Australia’s favourite TV Show writing rooms. We get the fun and Goss of what goes on behind the scenes. Today’s special guest is a screenwriter, playwright and author who loves creat…

Binny Talib An Illustrator for the World Market On today’s show, we chat to one of the world’s most in demand and talented illustrators all about her creative life. We get some amazing tips and insight into making great art all around the world. Today’s special guest is an award-winning author/illustrator who has illustrated over 30 books. I say aw…

On today’s show, we find out how to think outside the box, when your world exists inside boxes. And, how perseverance with the right attitude has led to a several book contracts. Plus, Liv reviews two totally different picture books sure to get all kids reading. Today’s special guest has a background in speech pathology. Armed with a love of words,…

On today’s show, we chat to a debut Author/illustrator who’s been waiting a thousand years for a contract, and it’s finally happened. Plus, Liv reviews two amazing middle grade books with everything from space aliens to a knife wielding diary with a wicked curse. All on today’s show, it’s gunna be huge! Today’s special guest is an art teacher, an i…

On today’s show, we chat to a professional cartoonist all about writing and drawing for newspapers, magazines and kids books. We chat about editing, re-writing, drawing, storytelling in various formats, and a fantastic new book for kids. Plus, Liv reviews 2 brand new picture books. All on today’s show. It’s gunna be huge. Today’s special guest is a…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how to Seat a Rowing Eight - Who goes where? And Why? For our Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

The Importance of a writers group - a Drinks with Ken episode Today, I catch up with my old writers group for a fun chat about the importance of a writing group - the encouragement, sharing of knowledge, and general industry chat that is invaluable when you're writing and illustrating books for kids.…

A Chat with Mr Luke – promoting on social media On today’s show, we chat to an author and popular primary school teacher who has become a social media sensation with 1.8 million Tik Tok Followers. Today’s special guest is a school teacher, a social media sensation, an actor, a plant lover, and now an author. Videos of his work with young kids, or a…

Writing a verse novel, process, self-doubts, taking feedback, killing your darlings, moving your reader Today’s special guest is a multi-award-winning children’s author. She’s won YABBA’S, KOALA’S, the Outstanding International Book Award, Speech Pathology and Aurealis Awards. And she’s a recipient of the Maurice Saxby Award for services to childre…

DRINKS WITH KEN Today, we chat to author and teacher librarian Hayley Gannon, Picture Book of the Year Winning author, Andrea Rowe, and one of the funniest comic writers in the country, David Lawrence.By Andrea Rowe, David Lawrence, Hayley Gannon, Ken Williams

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how to use boat acceleration graphs to diagnose problems and increase boat speed in rowing. For our Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

The Magical World of Numbers and Shapes A brilliant tool to help kids learn to count using nature’s building blocks. See numbers, shapes, and the universe in a whole new awesome way! On today’s show, we chat about an awe-inspiring picture book for those artistically inclined, all about the exciting creative potential of numbers and geometry! Plus, …

What does a Publicist do? You’ve signed with a publishing house, now what? On today’s show, we chat to a publicist from Affirm Press, one of this country's favourite publishing houses, all about what to expect when your book gets accepted. What assistance do you receive? What media? How do they present you and your book to the world? And what your …

DRINKS WITH KEN G’day everyone, welcome to Friday and Drinks with Ken, where I catch up with some writing and book friends for a relaxing drink and chat about all things writing, illustrating, books, and the industry. A chance to wind down and reflect on life as a creative, what the industry is doing, our place within it, and just how the writing l…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss what rowing coaches say that doesn't make sense but can make you faster. For our Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

On Writing with Lian Tanner – writing a sequel, a first draft, where to begin a story and why On today’s show, we chat to a legend children’s author about everything writing. How to write a sequel. How to write each draft. Where to begin your story and why. And, even how to work with editors. Today’s special guest is one of the most creative and im…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss The Relationship Between the Oar and the Water in Rowing For our Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

Joel McKerrow On Today's show, we’re slamming some poetry your way. We’ve got one of the country’s best and most sought-after poets who is showing our kids how cool this genre is. Plus, we chat about an awesome graphic novel born from brush of this amazing poet. Today's guest is an award-winning writer, keynote speaker, creativity specialist, child…

On today’s show, we chat to an Aussie author about different ways to write, places to write, various opportunities, magazines, and of course, picture books. Plus, Liv reviews an amazing picture book perfect for kids everywhere. Today’s special guest has been a Deputy Editor of a magazine, a copywriter, a travel columnist for an in-flight magazine, …

To and Fro. On writing a book from your own experiences On today’s show, we chat to the author of an amazing book of self-identity, the author’s own experiences, and how to write a book that means so much to the author. Plus, Liv reviews two fun picture books that you’ll sure to want for your collection. Today’s special guest enjoys writing stories…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss training outside the regular season in the off and pre-season. For our Free 12-week Program and Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss how to learn From Rowing Coaches and Athletes. For our Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss Learning How to Row - What to teach first and how to bridge the knowledge gap. For our Free Rowing Course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

Creativity and a Giraffe named Jeff On today’s show, we go from Sea Cucumbers to Giraffes, from Wombats to Snails. We find out if the right page of a book is better than the left. And we chat to one of the most creative authors in the country about creativity, how she comes up with ideas, and a giraffe named Jeff. Plus, Liv reviews two new books. T…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the rowing sequence and how it varies from beginners through to elites. For our Free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

This is my Happy Place On today’s show we ask, where’s your happy place? And chat to an author all about her happy place, her writing journey, and how to get into writing books for kids. Plus, Liv reviews two amazing new picture books: Dinosaur in my Pocket and Tree. Today’s special guest’s love of words, fashion, travel and everyday family life ha…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss Mastering Grip and Handle Techniques for Sculling and Sweep Rowing. Hybrid Feathering Technique Video: https://www.decentrowing.com/hybrid-feathering-technique/ For our Free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

Saturday is Pancake Day On today’s show we chat about pancakes, creating stories, and the process of writing picture books. And Liv reviews not one, but three amazing new picture books. All on today’s show. It’s gunna be huge. Today’s special guest grew up in a magical world with animals great and small, from rabbits and mice to dogs and cats, to g…

Lachlan and Ken discuss Boat setup for Rowing Masters and Coaching Strategies for Best Results. For our Free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

Lachlan and Ken discuss power application throughout the drive phase in rowing. For our Free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

Lachlan and Ken discuss Racing Warm-ups and Preparation for Rowing Regattas in this episode. For our free 12-week training program and, free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss what moving the foot stretcher forward and back does in the rowing boat. For our free 12-week training program and, free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the basics of training rowers and how to get the best results. For our free 12-week training program and, free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

Gathering a Body of Work – what to do while you’re waiting to be published. On today’s show we chat to one of Australia’s busiest authors about gathering publishing deals, and how important it is to gather a body of work before you’re published. Today’s guest has written over 50 books for children and young adults. Her stories are full of humour, h…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the basics of the rowing finish and how to successfully transition from drive to recovery, maximising boat speed and balance. For our free 12-week training program and, free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the problem of shoulder lift in rowing and how to remove it as the limitation on your boat speed. For our free 12-week training program and, free rowing course + stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

On today's show we chat to Mike Lucas and Heidi McKinnon and go insearch of a cheeky monster. These two amazing creatives share thier process for writing and illustrating award-winning picture books. Plus, Hayley in the Library is back to let us know what kids are reading, what they're excited about, and what they're learning in class. And, we coun…

In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the catch. The catch is the key to rowing success. It is the moment when your oar enters the water and starts the drive. A good catch can make your boat fly, while a bad catch can slow you down and disrupt your rhythm. In this episode, we will reveal the best ways to improve your catch in one session and how…

On today’s show we chat to one of Australia’s most popular authors for kids. She’s always so much fun to talk to, and Bianca’s Book Club is back to chat about books by Sally Rippin, Phillip Bunting, and a popular series that’s coming to an end. Today’s special guest is one of Australia’s most popular authors for kids. In 2019, she was Australia's #…

On today’s show we chat to an author who persisted in a manuscript he believed in, rode the rejections, and now looks like being a big success. We’ll discover what the book is, why it was rejected, how it got published, and watch it burst into the world. Today’s guests are an author and illustrator of children’s books. The author is a regular and f…

Lachlan and Ken discuss the rigging and rowing boat checks they do before hitting the water. For our free rowing course and stretching guide, visit www.decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

On today’s show we chat about what kids are reading at school, what’s changing, and what kids are excited about, with one of the most celebrated teacher librarians in the country. As well as an awesome new picture book all about Bees. There’s a real Buzz in the air. Today’s guest was awarded the ASLA Australian Teacher Librarian of the Year 2023 an…

For the Complete Guide to Chasing the Perfect Catch using boat acceleration, visit www.decentrowing.com In this episode, Lachlan and Ken discuss the importance of measuring boat acceleration and how to do it. For more information on rowing boat acceleration, head to decentrowing.com Support the showBy Lachlan Davey and Ken Davey

How to be creative and stand out from the crowd On today’s show we chat to one of the most creative illustrators, authors and designers in kids books. We chat about what creativity is and what goes into making a book really stand out from the crowd. Today’s guest is a creator of modern, quirky, innovative stories with humour and heart. She began he…

How to be a ground-breaking, top-selling author On today’s show we chat to a legend and ground-breaking, top-selling author of kids books, who was one of the first authors to get reluctant readers excited about books. He’s garnered several awards, including six Australian Children Choice Book Awards. In 2013, today’s guest was named Koala Legend of…

Finding your Creative Path On today’s show we chat about finding your true creative path. We talk to someone who turned his life around focussing on his true life-dreams. And Liv is back with what could be one of the big, laugh-out-loud, picture books of 2024! Today’s guest says he was the world’s worst accountant. After a desire to be Michael J Fo…