Karina and Matthew talk about looking honestly at history, tribal land acknowledgements, and engaging young people in the history going on today. Joining are special guests Debbie Reese and Jean Mendoza, authors of An Indigenous Peoples’ History of the United States for Young People, adapted from the book by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz. This episode is sponsored…

Karina and Matthew talk about back-to-school anticipation, exceptional ways to get to school, and the resilience and determination each student possesses. Joining are special guests Miranda Paul and Baptiste Paul, authors of Adventures to School: Real-Life Journeys of Students from Around the World, illustrated byIsabel Muñoz. This episode is sponsored by AstroNuts Mission One: The…

Karina and Matthew talk about identifying a publisher by its “voice”, focusing on the specific in order to connect with the universal, and they highlight some imprints and independent publishers who are centering diversity in different ways. Joining is special guest Namrata Tripathi of Kokila. This episode is sponsored by Book Riot Insiders. Subscribe to…

Matthew andguest host Tirzah Price talk about the booming audiobook industry, the literacy benefits of audiobooks, and some of the stories and story narrators we can’t stop thinking about. This episode is sponsored by The Children’s Book Podcast hosted by Matthew C. Winner Book Riot Insiders Libro.fm Subscribe to the podcast viaRSS,Apple Podcasts, orStitcher. To…

Karina and Matthew talk about the trailblazers in children’s literature, including recognizing some of the first authors of color and indigenous authors to have their books traditionally published. Joining is special guest Linda Sue Park, author of A Single Shard and A Long Walk to Water. This episode is sponsored by The Children’s Book Podcast…

Karina and Matthew talk about the LGBTQ representation in children’s literature, anti-queerness and parallels with colorism and racism, and what LGBTQ-centered stories can mean for kids who have not yet encountered queer individuals. Joining is special guest Kacen Callender, author of Hurricane Child. This episode is sponsored by Libro.fm Audiobooks Source Books and P is…

Sharifah and Jenn discuss favorite kidlit from SF/F. Subscribe to the podcast via RSShere, or via Apple Podcastshere. The show can also be found on Stitcherhere. To get even more SF/F news and recs, sign up for ourSwords and Spaceshipsnewsletter! Books Interstellar Cinderellaby Deborah Underwood The True Meaning of Smekdayby Adam Rex(Home, Tip voiced by…

Karina and Matthew talk about the ripples from recent synagogue attacks, books that center the Jewish faith and culture, and we’re reminded that we are all made of stories. Joining is special guest Leslea Newman, author of Gittel’s Journey: An Ellis Island Story, illustrated byAmy June Bates. This episode is sponsored by All The Books…

Karina and Matthew talk about the heart of the school, the disheartening trend of diminishing school libraries, and the inherent value of school libraries and school librarians in supporting a school, raising readers, and building global citizens. Joining is special guest John Schumaker, author of the Mr. Schu Reads blog. This episode is sponsored by…

Karina and Matthew talk about inclusive author visits, soft censorship, and one middle grade author’s reflection on her experience speaking at a school to an audience greatly reduced in size after the host learned of the author’s LGBTQ+ identity. Joining is special guest K.A. Holt, author of the Redwood and Ponytail. This episode is sponsored…