Sam Copeland

Jenny Pearson

It's not often you see two authors for one book, and even rarer for them to be writing two separate stories! Bex caught up with author duo Sam Copeland and Jenny Pearson to chat all about their new book, Attack of the Robot Librarians! What was it like for Jenny to write one protagonist and Sam to write the other? It turns out, they hated it! Or are they just kidding? Listen to find out!  We've also got Jamie Littler on the show to tell us all about Arkspire! Part of a brand new fantasy series about a city run by magic, Arkspire is perfect for fans of the magical and mysterious. We've got a recommendation for you too! Next month, OH MAYA GODS! by Maz Evans is out! Greek mythology lovers rejoice, this is the book for you. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not often you see two authors for one book, and even rarer for them to be writing two separate stories! Bex caught up with author duo Sam Copeland and Jenny Pearson to chat all about their new book, Attack of the Robot Librarians! What was it like for Jenny to write one protagonist and Sam to write the other? It turns out, they hated it! Or are they just kidding? Listen to find out!  We've also got Jamie Littler on the show to tell us all about Arkspire! Part of a brand new fantasy series about a city run by magic, Arkspire is perfect for fans of the magical and mysterious. We've got a recommendation for you too! Next month, OH MAYA GODS! by Maz Evans is out! Greek mythology lovers rejoice, this is the book for you. <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Robot Librarians ATTACK in Sam Copeland and Jenny Pearson's new tale!!!

Hello you book lovers! This week, Bex is chatting to author Frank Cottrell-Boyce about his new book, The Wonder Brothers. What happens when a magician makes a tower disappear? Well, three cousins have to use their own magic to try and bring it back! Frank tells us his favourite magicians, what he loves about magic, and what he loves about the locations in the book. From Blackpool to Vegas, the kids have been through a lot to get the tower back!  Bex crowns her July Book of the Month, and we've got a new release to recommend to you, featuring a pigeon called David and a multiplying cat... Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello you book lovers! This week, Bex is chatting to author Frank Cottrell-Boyce about his new book, The Wonder Brothers. What happens when a magician makes a tower disappear? Well, three cousins have to use their own magic to try and bring it back! Frank tells us his favourite magicians, what he loves about magic, and what he loves about the locations in the book. From Blackpool to Vegas, the kids have been through a lot to get the tower back!  Bex crowns her July Book of the Month, and we've got a new release to recommend to you, featuring a pigeon called David and a multiplying cat... <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Blackpool Tower has VANISHED!

Yoto Carnegie

In this week's Book Worms, Bex has been chatting to author Joe Haddow and illustrator Ellie Hawes all about their new book Art Is Everywhere! Art isn't just paintbrushes and picture frames, and Joe is determined to showcase every type in this book. Plus, he chats to Bex about his experiences as a drummer!  We've also taken a moment to celebrate the Yoto Carnegies winners, who have left some voicenotes from the awards ceremony. We'll be keeping an eye out for these talented authors and illustrators in the future!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's Book Worms, Bex has been chatting to author Joe Haddow and illustrator Ellie Hawes all about their new book Art Is Everywhere! Art isn't just paintbrushes and picture frames, and Joe is determined to showcase every type in this book. Plus, he chats to Bex about his experiences as a drummer!  We've also taken a moment to celebrate the Yoto Carnegies winners, who have left some voicenotes from the awards ceremony. We'll be keeping an eye out for these talented authors and illustrators in the future!<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

What kind of art is right for me? And meet the Yoto Carnegie winners!

What a line-up we have in store for you this week on Book Worms! There's authors aplenty, and Bex crowns her Fun Kids Book of the Month for June... BBC Sports Personality of the year and Arsenal player Beth Mead is here to chat all about her new book, Roar: A Guide to Dreaming Big and Playing the Sport You Love. This is a guide to pursuing your passions and features plenty of activities and tips for you to dive into!  Nazeen Pathak is here too, chatting all about her new book City of Stolen Magic. This is a spellbinding adventure with Indian and British colonial history woven throughout. For some fantasy with some educational context, you can look no further than Nazneen's wonderful story!  We're also checking in with the nominees for the Alligator's Mouth Awards 2023 Shortlist. We're welcoming Paula Bowles, illustrator for Marv and the Pool of Peril; author Candy Gourlay on Mike Falls Up; author Kirsty Applebaum on Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest, and last but not least author and illustrator Elys Dolan on Rex: Dinosaur in Disguise to the podcast! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a line-up we have in store for you this week on Book Worms! There's authors aplenty, and Bex crowns her Fun Kids Book of the Month for June... BBC Sports Personality of the year and Arsenal player Beth Mead is here to chat all about her new book, Roar: A Guide to Dreaming Big and Playing the Sport You Love. This is a guide to pursuing your passions and features plenty of activities and tips for you to dive into!  Nazeen Pathak is here too, chatting all about her new book City of Stolen Magic. This is a spellbinding adventure with Indian and British colonial history woven throughout. For some fantasy with some educational context, you can look no further than Nazneen's wonderful story!  We're also checking in with the nominees for the Alligator's Mouth Awards 2023 Shortlist. We're welcoming Paula Bowles, illustrator for Marv and the Pool of Peril; author Candy Gourlay on Mike Falls Up; author Kirsty Applebaum on Princess Minna: The Enchanted Forest, and last but not least author and illustrator Elys Dolan on Rex: Dinosaur in Disguise to the podcast! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Football legends, fantasy worlds, and the Alligator's Mouth Shortlist!

In this week's animal training episode of Book Worms, Bex is chatting to author Cressida Cowell on How To Train Your Hogfly! Cressida has been hard at work training all of these fantastic creatures, and after the 20th anniversary of How To Train Your Dragon, she's here with a brand new story set in the universe of dragon training. Author Paul Westmoreland and illustrator George Ermos are also here to tell Bex about their new book, Rudy and the Wolf Cub! Paul and George meet for the first time on this podcast - isn't Bex quite the little matchmaker! Rudy and the Wolf Cub is one of five nominees for the Alligator's Mouth awards, where illustrated fiction books for kids are celebrated. If you're a book lover, keep an eye on the nominees! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's animal training episode of Book Worms, Bex is chatting to author Cressida Cowell on How To Train Your Hogfly! Cressida has been hard at work training all of these fantastic creatures, and after the 20th anniversary of How To Train Your Dragon, she's here with a brand new story set in the universe of dragon training. Author Paul Westmoreland and illustrator George Ermos are also here to tell Bex about their new book, Rudy and the Wolf Cub! Paul and George meet for the first time on this podcast - isn't Bex quite the little matchmaker! Rudy and the Wolf Cub is one of five nominees for the Alligator's Mouth awards, where illustrated fiction books for kids are celebrated. If you're a book lover, keep an eye on the nominees! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

How To Train Your Dragon, and your pet wolf too!

Jacqueline Wilson

Jacqueline Wilson is on Book Worms to chat about her new tale set in an Enid Blyton classic, The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure! We've also got Kimberly Whittam on the show to give an introduction and reading to Quiet Storm, a book about a shy girl who learns to speak up, and the author of May's Children's Indie Book of the Month, chosen especially by independent booksellers, Simon James Green is here to chat about Finn Jones Was Here!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacqueline Wilson is on Book Worms to chat about her new tale set in an Enid Blyton classic, The Magic Faraway Tree: A New Adventure! We've also got Kimberly Whittam on the show to give an introduction and reading to Quiet Storm, a book about a shy girl who learns to speak up, and the author of May's Children's Indie Book of the Month, chosen especially by independent booksellers, Simon James Green is here to chat about Finn Jones Was Here!<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Jacqueline Wilson's story of an Enid Blyton classic!

Stephen Mulhern

Welcome to this week's Book Worms! Bex is chatting to Stephen Mulhern all about his new book, Max Magic: The Greatest Show on Earth! Stephen has some expert advice on how to become a brilliant magician, and Bex seems very interested...  Jess Butterworth is here too, chatting about Lost on Gibbon Island! This story of being stranded on an island actually has real life inspiration from Jess!  Finally, Kimberly Whittam is giving us an introduction and reading from her new book, Quiet Storm. Storm has always been quiet, and after living in the shadows of others, decides it's finally time to speak up! Bex has some great recommendations for you this week, and crowns her Book Worms Book of the Month for May! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this week's Book Worms! Bex is chatting to Stephen Mulhern all about his new book, Max Magic: The Greatest Show on Earth! Stephen has some expert advice on how to become a brilliant magician, and Bex seems very interested...  Jess Butterworth is here too, chatting about Lost on Gibbon Island! This story of being stranded on an island actually has real life inspiration from Jess!  Finally, Kimberly Whittam is giving us an introduction and reading from her new book, Quiet Storm. Storm has always been quiet, and after living in the shadows of others, decides it's finally time to speak up! Bex has some great recommendations for you this week, and crowns her Book Worms Book of the Month for May! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Stephen Mulhern on how YOU can become a magician!

A story of love and hope, inspired by the real-life events of World War II. When Jack’s dog and best friend Badger finds her life on the line, he must act fast to save her. An act of survival becomes an adventure, as they journey across war-torn London to find the one person who can help them. But when Jack is evacuated from the city, he’s alone once more until his love for Badger drives him back home to find his beloved friend. But has he arrived too late to save her? Get episodes of Badger and The Blitz right now by following the podcast here: https://podfollow.com/1681764640  Fun Kids Podcasts+ subscribers get all episodes right now. Tap 'Try Free' in Apple Podcasts or head to FunKidsLive.com/plusJoin Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A story of love and hope, inspired by the real-life events of World War II. When Jack’s dog and best friend Badger finds her life on the line, he must act fast to save her. An act of survival becomes an adventure, as they journey across war-torn London to find the one person who can help them. But when Jack is evacuated from the city, he’s alone once more until his love for Badger drives him back home to find his beloved friend. But has he arrived too late to save her? Get episodes of Badger and The Blitz right now by following the podcast here: <a href="https://podfollow.com/1681764640" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podfollow.com/1681764640</a> Fun Kids Podcasts+ subscribers get all episodes right now. Tap 'Try Free' in Apple Podcasts or head to <a href="https://FunKidsLive.com/plus" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FunKidsLive.com/plus</a><a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

BONUS: New series, Badger and The Blitz

Welcome to this week's Book Worms! Bex will be your guide to all of the best and most exciting book releases.  AF Steadman came into the Fun Kids studio recently to chat about the latest release in the magical Skandar series, Skandar and the Phantom Rider! Skandar is training as a unicorn rider, but as wild unicorns begin to die Skandar faces a new challenge to help save the Island.  LD Lapinski is here to tell you all about their new book, Jamie! It's tricky to fit in, but Jamie is all about embracing the things that make us unique and cherishing those who will stand beside us.  Finally, Angie Thomas is here with an introduction and reading from Nic Blake and the Remarkables: The Manifestor Prophecy! Discover a world of fantasy, inspired by African American history and folklore! Bex also has a book recommendation for you - The Rage of the Sea Witch by Roland Chambers! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this week's Book Worms! Bex will be your guide to all of the best and most exciting book releases.  AF Steadman came into the Fun Kids studio recently to chat about the latest release in the magical Skandar series, Skandar and the Phantom Rider! Skandar is training as a unicorn rider, but as wild unicorns begin to die Skandar faces a new challenge to help save the Island.  LD Lapinski is here to tell you all about their new book, Jamie! It's tricky to fit in, but Jamie is all about embracing the things that make us unique and cherishing those who will stand beside us.  Finally, Angie Thomas is here with an introduction and reading from Nic Blake and the Remarkables: The Manifestor Prophecy! Discover a world of fantasy, inspired by African American history and folklore! Bex also has a book recommendation for you - The Rage of the Sea Witch by Roland Chambers! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Superheroes don't always need superpowers!

I wanted to share with you a brand new episode of a podcast we’ve been working on at Fun Kids.  It’s called the National Trust Kids’ Podcast.  Take a listen – and if you like what you hear, remember to follow the podcast wherever you’re listening to this. Follow the podcast here: https://podfollow.com/1681085306  Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I wanted to share with you a brand new episode of a podcast we’ve been working on at Fun Kids.  It’s called the National Trust Kids’ Podcast.  Take a listen – and if you like what you hear, remember to follow the podcast wherever you’re listening to this. Follow the podcast here: <a href="https://podfollow.com/1681085306" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://podfollow.com/1681085306</a> <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

BONUS: National Trust Kids' Podcast – Ranger Rae and The Wildlifers

Join Bex from the children's radio station Fun Kids as she meets top authors who tell her about their books and also read us chapters from them. Plus, Bex and friends recommend their favourite kids books of the month. You can listen to Bex on Fun Kids (weekdays from 4pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app, and online at funkidslive.com Plus, when you become a Fun Kids Podcasts Plus subscriber, you get this show – and 30 others! – ad-free and support the work Fun Kids does in bringing you high-quality, entertaining, and safe content for your family. Find out more at FunKidsLive.com/plus

It's coming up to the end of April, which means Bex has declared her Book of the Month! Which lucky author has gained this coveted title? Listen and find out...  This week's episode is full of furry friends! JB Gill from JLS and Down On The Farm is here to chat about his new book, Ace and the Animal Heroes! Horrible Histories cartoonist and author, Martin Brown, has come out with Nell and the Cave Bear: The Journey Home. As Nell and her companion Cave Bear face trouble with the Woodland hunters, they'll need more strength and bravery than ever to get back home.  We also have book recommendations from Bex! She's highlighting these Children's Indie Book of the Month titles. Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories, by author and illustrator Jarvis, takes the spot for March! Taking the April spot is Catherine Rayner's Molly, Olive and Dexter, featuring Molly the hare, Olive the owl, and Dexter the fox! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's coming up to the end of April, which means Bex has declared her Book of the Month! Which lucky author has gained this coveted title? Listen and find out...  This week's episode is full of furry friends! JB Gill from JLS and Down On The Farm is here to chat about his new book, Ace and the Animal Heroes! Horrible Histories cartoonist and author, Martin Brown, has come out with Nell and the Cave Bear: The Journey Home. As Nell and her companion Cave Bear face trouble with the Woodland hunters, they'll need more strength and bravery than ever to get back home.  We also have book recommendations from Bex! She's highlighting these Children's Indie Book of the Month titles. Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories, by author and illustrator Jarvis, takes the spot for March! Taking the April spot is Catherine Rayner's Molly, Olive and Dexter, featuring Molly the hare, Olive the owl, and Dexter the fox! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Old Bex-donald had a farm!

Katie Piper

Welcome to another episode of Book Worms! Katie Piper joins Bex this week to tell you all about her new book, All You Need! What do we really need in life, and what should we be grateful for? Cynthia and Elise Deluola are here too, chatting about Cynthia's new book and the first in her new series, Ama's Stories: My Family! Last but not least, Ross Montgomery is here to do an introduction and reading of his new book, Spellstone!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode of Book Worms! Katie Piper joins Bex this week to tell you all about her new book, All You Need! What do we really need in life, and what should we be grateful for? Cynthia and Elise Deluola are here too, chatting about Cynthia's new book and the first in her new series, Ama's Stories: My Family! Last but not least, Ross Montgomery is here to do an introduction and reading of his new book, Spellstone!<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A new heartwarming tale about a mouse from Katie Piper!

Welcome to a superhero episode of Book Worms! This is an extra special episode as Bex reveals to you her Book of the Month for March… Tọlá Okogwu is here to tell you all about her new book Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels, sequel to Academy of the Sun! Onyeka is a British-Nigerian girl who goes through all the usual parts of life, she just also happens to have a magical afro. Find out why Bex fell in love with this gassy superhero! Amy Winfield is here too! After reading an excerpt on the last Book Worms episode, she’s here to tell us about how her and her family worked together to create The Birth of Agent Big Butt. Hannah Peck is treating you to an excerpt from The Headline Hoax, the third instalment in her Kate on the Case series! Kate is a brilliant young reporter who deals with some larger-than-life mysteries when she is invited to a top newspaper… is this a case she can solve?Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a superhero episode of Book Worms! This is an extra special episode as Bex reveals to you her Book of the Month for March… Tọlá Okogwu is here to tell you all about her new book Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels, sequel to Academy of the Sun! Onyeka is a British-Nigerian girl who goes through all the usual parts of life, she just also happens to have a magical afro. Find out why Bex fell in love with this gassy superhero! Amy Winfield is here too! After reading an excerpt on the last Book Worms episode, she’s here to tell us about how her and her family worked together to create The Birth of Agent Big Butt. Hannah Peck is treating you to an excerpt from The Headline Hoax, the third instalment in her Kate on the Case series! Kate is a brilliant young reporter who deals with some larger-than-life mysteries when she is invited to a top newspaper… is this a case she can solve?<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Say 'sup to superheroes Onyeka and Agent Big Butt!

Ian Mark

Welcome to this week's episode of Book Worms, where you'll be learning all about monsters, fantasy lands, and butts! Bex is chatting to Ian Mark about his new book Monsters Bite Back, the second book in the Monster Hunting series! Ian admits to having his own book of monsters... Ruth Lauren, author of Tourmaline and the Island of Elsewhere, introduces herself and the story and then gives Bex a reading from Chapter 1!  Amy Winfield also has a voice note for you, introducing The Birth of Agent Big Butt with a reading from the start of the book!Bex also has some future releases to keep an eye on, such as Quiet Storm by Kimberly Whittam and Vivi Conway and the Sword of Legend by Lizzie Huxley-Jones. Find out why these books are must-reads! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this week's episode of Book Worms, where you'll be learning all about monsters, fantasy lands, and butts! Bex is chatting to Ian Mark about his new book Monsters Bite Back, the second book in the Monster Hunting series! Ian admits to having his own book of monsters... Ruth Lauren, author of Tourmaline and the Island of Elsewhere, introduces herself and the story and then gives Bex a reading from Chapter 1!  Amy Winfield also has a voice note for you, introducing The Birth of Agent Big Butt with a reading from the start of the book! Bex also has some future releases to keep an eye on, such as Quiet Storm by Kimberly Whittam and Vivi Conway and the Sword of Legend by Lizzie Huxley-Jones. Find out why these books are must-reads! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ian Mark on Monsters Bite Back and his book of MONSTERS!

Welcome to this week's Book Worms! Bex is chatting to author Alasdair Beckett-King and illustrator Claire Powell about their new book Montgomery Bonbon: Murder at the Museum. Find out how they wrote and illustrated together, and what beloved mystery authors inspired this book!  Rhian Tracey talks about her historical and real-life inspiration behind I Spy, A Bletchley Park Mystery! Delve into the historical background of Bletchley Park and the enigma code breaking that occurred there.  Natasha Farrant has a voice note for us! She is giving an introduction to her book The Rescue of Ravenwood, plus a reading excerpt. Find out all about three remarkable children who share a common goal: saving the wildlife in Ravenwood.  Also, find out what Bex has been loving lately! Hint: it has something to do with some short and determined birds from the island of Egg... Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this week's Book Worms! Bex is chatting to author Alasdair Beckett-King and illustrator Claire Powell about their new book Montgomery Bonbon: Murder at the Museum. Find out how they wrote and illustrated together, and what beloved mystery authors inspired this book!  Rhian Tracey talks about her historical and real-life inspiration behind I Spy, A Bletchley Park Mystery! Delve into the historical background of Bletchley Park and the enigma code breaking that occurred there.  Natasha Farrant has a voice note for us! She is giving an introduction to her book The Rescue of Ravenwood, plus a reading excerpt. Find out all about three remarkable children who share a common goal: saving the wildlife in Ravenwood.  Also, find out what Bex has been loving lately! Hint: it has something to do with some short and determined birds from the island of Egg... <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Calling all detectives: murders, mysteries, and codes to break!

Joseph Coelho

Welcome to this week's episode of Book Worms! We've got an episode full to the BRIM with literature goodness.  First up, Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho talks Stepping Into Stories Festival, a wonderful London-based literature festival that ran last week!  Next, Kevin and Katie Tsang chat to Bex about inspirations and highlights from their new piece of science fiction, Suzie and the Moonbugs! Claire Weze is here too, reading an excerpt from her new book The Storm Swimmer.  Bex also has some book recommendations for you! Find out what she loves about Secret Beast Club: The Unicorns of Silver Street by Robin Birch and Rani Reports on the Missing Millions by Gabrielle and Satish Shewhorak.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to this week's episode of Book Worms! We've got an episode full to the BRIM with literature goodness.  First up, Waterstones Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho talks Stepping Into Stories Festival, a wonderful London-based literature festival that ran last week!  Next, Kevin and Katie Tsang chat to Bex about inspirations and highlights from their new piece of science fiction, Suzie and the Moonbugs! Claire Weze is here too, reading an excerpt from her new book The Storm Swimmer.  Bex also has some book recommendations for you! Find out what she loves about Secret Beast Club: The Unicorns of Silver Street by Robin Birch and Rani Reports on the Missing Millions by Gabrielle and Satish Shewhorak.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Joseph Coelho on Stepping Into Stories Festival!

Welcome to another episode of Book Worms! This week, Bex is chatting to Elle McNicolll on Like A Curse. What inspired the characters and what can we expect from her stirring sequel? Join Elle on her first time in the Fun Kids studio!  Plus, we have Lis Jardine on The Detention Detectives! Find out what Lis Jardine adores most about this novel, and what to expect in this murder mystery...  We have some of Bex's book recommendations too! Tune in to find out what Bex has been loving this month. Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode of Book Worms! This week, Bex is chatting to Elle McNicolll on Like A Curse. What inspired the characters and what can we expect from her stirring sequel? Join Elle on her first time in the Fun Kids studio!  Plus, we have Lis Jardine on The Detention Detectives! Find out what Lis Jardine adores most about this novel, and what to expect in this murder mystery...  We have some of Bex's book recommendations too! Tune in to find out what Bex has been loving this month. <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Elle McNicoll talks Like A Curse, her sequel to Like A Charm!

Abi Elphinstone

Happy 2023! This week on the first Book Worms episode of the year, Bex chats to Abi Elphinstone on her new book Saving Neverland! Find out how Abi felt reading the original Peter Pan, challenges writing his character, and what themes arise in this new tale... Bex talks us through her favourite books, including Blanksy the Street Cat by Gavin Puckett and her book of the month, Like A Curse by Elle McNicoll. Listen to hear why Bex adores these books! Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy 2023! This week on the first Book Worms episode of the year, Bex chats to Abi Elphinstone on her new book Saving Neverland! Find out how Abi felt reading the original Peter Pan, challenges writing his character, and what themes arise in this new tale... Bex talks us through her favourite books, including Blanksy the Street Cat by Gavin Puckett and her book of the month, Like A Curse by Elle McNicoll. Listen to hear why Bex adores these books! <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Abi Elphinstone gives Peter Pan a new story in Saving Neverland!

In this special throwback episode of Book Worms, Bex gets reflective and takes a trip down memory lane with highlights from this year. Kicking off the show, Alison Hammond talks about her fantastic book on black people in British history Black in Time, documenting the figures you probably haven't heard about in history lessons. Ben Miller talks about his book The Night We Got Stuck in a Story while Bex fires a round of riddles! Christopher Edge talks us through the themes and characters in Escape Room, and finally Benjamin Dean chats on seeing The Secret Sunshine Project in book shop windows and what aspects of his life inspired the story. Celebrate the fabulous guests and novels we've had this year and look forward to a 2023 FULL of new books!!Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special throwback episode of Book Worms, Bex gets reflective and takes a trip down memory lane with highlights from this year. Kicking off the show, Alison Hammond talks about her fantastic book on black people in British history Black in Time, documenting the figures you probably haven't heard about in history lessons. Ben Miller talks about his book The Night We Got Stuck in a Story while Bex fires a round of riddles! Christopher Edge talks us through the themes and characters in Escape Room, and finally Benjamin Dean chats on seeing The Secret Sunshine Project in book shop windows and what aspects of his life inspired the story. Celebrate the fabulous guests and novels we've had this year and look forward to a 2023 FULL of new books!!<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Revisiting the BEST BITS of 2022!!!

A.F. Steadman

This week on Book Worms Bex talks to A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, on her writing process and her likes and dislikes in a quick-fire 'this or that' round! Plus a glimpse into her next book...  Historicist and author Greg Jenner gives us a reading from his new book You Are History - what disgusting substance did Victorians use for jewellery??? Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Book Worms Bex talks to A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief, on her writing process and her likes and dislikes in a quick-fire 'this or that' round! Plus a glimpse into her next book...  Historicist and author Greg Jenner gives us a reading from his new book You Are History - what disgusting substance did Victorians use for jewellery??? <a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

A.F. Steadman on Skandar and the Unicorn Thief!

So one they haven’t posted on their app for two to three weeks.and I listen to these a lot and am running out of episodes to watch.fun kids if you see this please post soon .thanks😁😁😁🥺Edit:It is the 1st of February and I am still 😡 they wave to updated in a long time!!! Changing to three stars fun kids!!!!!!! 11 of February and I am really mad now!!!I know you guys are in Britain and you are probably posting live on D A B digital apparently.not sure though...But please update the channel soon. And I also realize that you have other fun kids podcasts but you have not posted for a month. I would greatly appreciate if you posted soon.! In regards, anonymous🙂

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Fun Kids Book Worms

Ben Miller

Jeff Kinney

David Walliams

Julian Clary

In this episode of the Fun Kids Book Club Podcast, we’re chatting to author Ben Miller about his brand new book and funnyman Julian Clary reads from The Bolds’! Plus 3 new books for your bookshelf and Bex catches up with David Walliams AND Jeff Kinney!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Fun Kids Book Club Podcast, we’re chatting to author Ben Miller about his brand new book and funnyman Julian Clary reads from The Bolds’! Plus 3 new books for your bookshelf and Bex catches up with David Walliams AND Jeff Kinney!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Ben Miller, Jeff Kinney, David Walliams and Julian Clary!

Andy Stanton

Harry Hill

It's another brand new episode of the Fun Kids Book Club! In this episode, Andy Stanton is back! This time talking all about his new book Paninis of Pompeii, Harry Hill comes in to chat all about the new Matt Millz book, we have an exclusive reading of the new Tracy Beaker book, read by Sheridan Smith AND we’re also sharing some of our favourite releases in the book world - including two spooky selections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's another brand new episode of the Fun Kids Book Club! In this episode, Andy Stanton is back! This time talking all about his new book Paninis of Pompeii, Harry Hill comes in to chat all about the new Matt Millz book, we have an exclusive reading of the new Tracy Beaker book, read by Sheridan Smith AND we’re also sharing some of our favourite releases in the book world - including two spooky selections. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Harry Hill and Andy Stanton!

Eoin Colfer

Kaye Umansky

In this week's episode of the Fun Kids Book Club, Authors Eoin Colfer, Kaye Umansky and Laura Ellen Anderson chat to Bex about their new books, plus we're hearing from the runners up from the Wildverse Poetry competition - read by Ann-Marie Howell, PLUS more new books to add to your bookshelf!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of the Fun Kids Book Club, Authors Eoin Colfer, Kaye Umansky and Laura Ellen Anderson chat to Bex about their new books, plus we're hearing from the runners up from the Wildverse Poetry competition - read by Ann-Marie Howell, PLUS more new books to add to your bookshelf!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Eoin Colfer, Laura Ellen Anderson and Kaye Umansky!

Sophy Henn

Jamie Littler

It's a brand new episode of the Fun Kids Book Club! In this episode, we hear from brand new author Jamie Littler and he also reads us some of his book, Frostheart! We’re also sharing some of our favourite releases including a brand new book all about a penguin! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a brand new episode of the Fun Kids Book Club! In this episode, we hear from brand new author Jamie Littler and he also reads us some of his book, Frostheart! We’re also sharing some of our favourite releases including a brand new book all about a penguin! See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Sophy Henn, Jeff Kinney and Jamie Littler!

Dermot O'Leary

Michael Rosen

It's a brand new episode of the Fun Kids Book Club Podcast! In this episode, we hear Conor speaking to Michael Rosen about the funniest children's books and Bex chats to Dermot O'Leary about his brand new book 'Toto The Ninja Car: the Superstar Catastrophe'. We also hear a reading from Dermot! This month, Bex and book expert Imogen have been reading Holes by Louis Sachar. They give their views on the book and set the next read for the Book Club Book Club!  You can get the Fun Kids Book Club Podcast for free on Google and Apple Podcasts or on Spotify.  Subscribe, so you get new shows delivered to your phone automatically.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a brand new episode of the Fun Kids Book Club Podcast! In this episode, we hear Conor speaking to Michael Rosen about the funniest children's books and Bex chats to Dermot O'Leary about his brand new book 'Toto The Ninja Car: the Superstar Catastrophe'. We also hear a reading from Dermot! This month, Bex and book expert Imogen have been reading Holes by Louis Sachar. They give their views on the book and set the next read for the Book Club Book Club!  You can get the Fun Kids Book Club Podcast for free on Google and Apple Podcasts or on Spotify.  Subscribe, so you get new shows delivered to your phone automatically.  See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Dermot O'Leary and Michael Rosen

We're rounding off 2019 and saying Merry Christmas with this jam-packed episode of the Fun Kids Book Club taking us through some of the very best bits from the podcast in 2019.  We have Greg James and Chris Smith, Harry Hill, Sam Copeland, Robin Stevens and A M Howell! Plus 5 of our favourite book recommendations from the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plusSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're rounding off 2019 and saying Merry Christmas with this jam-packed episode of the Fun Kids Book Club taking us through some of the very best bits from the podcast in 2019.  We have Greg James and Chris Smith, Harry Hill, Sam Copeland, Robin Stevens and A M Howell! Plus 5 of our favourite book recommendations from the year. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<a href="https://funkidslive.com/plus" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Join Fun Kids Podcasts+: https://funkidslive.com/plus</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

The Best of the Book Club 2019!

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