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Jacqueline Harvey worked in schools for many years but has had a passion for storytelling since she was a child. She is the author of the popular Alice-Miranda and Clementine Rose series, which have sold over one million copies in Australia alone. Her books have received numerous short-listings and awards while her picture book, The Sound … Read moreEpisode 53
In this special edition, we speak to two industry insiders to find out how the children’s publishing industry has been affected by COVID-19, how it is adjusting to the times and what we can do to help keep publishers, booksellers, authors and illustrators going through the crisis.
Adrian Beck writes funny, action-packed adventure stories for kids. Adrian is the author of the best-selling Alien Zoo series and the co-author of the best-selling kids’ series Kick it to Nick, with AFL Hall of Fame inductee Shane Crawford. He has also written Stuff Happens – Dale, which tells the story of a redhead who gets teased once too often and … Read moreEpisode 51
Aleesah Darlison is an internationally published, award-winning author. She has written over fifty books for children including picture books, chapter books, novels and series. Aleesah has won or been shortlisted for numerous awards including the Environment Award for Children’s Literature, the CBCA Eve Pownall Award and the Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards. Many … Read moreEpisode 50
Jen Storer has written many acclaimed books for children, including the best-selling ‘Truly Tan’ series (illustrated by Claire Robertson). Book seven, Truly Tan: Baffled!, is OUT NOW! The eight and final book in the series, Truly Tan: Shocked! is due for release in November 2020. Truly Tan (book one) has been optioned for a live action … Read moreEpisode 49
Charlotte is an Adelaide-based writer who worked as a civil engineer and physics teacher before rediscovering her love for children’s literature. As well as dreaming up funny stories over a cup of coffee, Charlotte’s favourite things include autumn leaves, family bike rides and travel. The first two books in her debut middle grade series, Edie’s … Read moreEpisode 48 – STEM theme
Julie asks Jane Pearson the questions you want answers to when it comes to the kidlit publishing industry in Australia and to prepare you for KidLitVic Meet the Publishers 2020. Then we wrap up our #asktheeditor series. Text Publishing is an independent, Melbourne-based publisher of literary and commercial fiction and non-fiction. Text has been awarded … Read moreAsk the Editor: Jane Pearson + Series Wrap-up
Julie asks Clair Hume the questions you want answers to when it comes to the kidlit publishing industry in Australia and to prepare you for KidLitVic Meet the Publishers 2020. Established in 1948, UQP is a dynamic publishing house known for its innovative philosophy and commitment to producing books of high quality and cultural significance. … Read moreAsk the Editor: Clair Hume
Julie asks Nancy Conescu the questions you want answers to when it comes to the kidlit publishing industry in Australia and to prepare you for KidLitVic Meet the Publishers 2020. Great children’s stories and illustrations have immense power over us: their images and stories stay with us and help shape the way we see the … Read moreAsk the Editor: Nancy Conescu
Julie asks Davina Bell the questions you want answers to when it comes to the kidlit publishing industry in Australia and to prepare you for KidLitVic Meet the Publishers 2020. Affirm Press is an independent Melbourne-based publisher dedicated to publishing great Australian stories, big ideas, and the most engaging local and international authors. We publish … Read moreAsk the Editor: Davina Bell