How do they DO that? Read to Write Kidlit is a podcast hosted by two writers, Brittany and Alexis, who believe reading and discussing great books with the kidlit community is a great path to growth in writing. The focus is predominantly on middle grade literature, but lower middle grade as well as young adult books are discussed. Thanks for listening and don't forget to leave a review! <br/><br/><a href="https://readtowritekidlit.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">readtowritekidlit.substack.com</a>
Read to Write Kidlit Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Alexis and Brittany discuss writing in the kidlit world
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28 episodes
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How do they DO that? Read to Write Kidlit is a podcast hosted by two writers, Brittany and Alexis, who believe reading and discussing great books with the kidlit community is a great path to growth in writing. The focus is predominantly on middle grade literature, but lower middle grade as well as young adult books are discussed. Thanks for listening and don't forget to leave a review! <br/><br/><a href="https://readtowritekidlit.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast">readtowritekidlit.substack.com</a>
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9/27/2023
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Recent Episodes
April 28, 2026
S3 Ep 7: Jen Calonita, shares her "special ingredient" to writing such captivating fantasy books like Isle of Ever...adding just a touch of magic in the real world.
<p>Jen Calonita writes books that immediately take you away. If you are looking for a whimsical, yet tense at times mystery-fantasy, then you should listen to our latest episode! We read Isle of Ever, which is book one in the latest series by Jen Calonita. It’s short, packs a punch, and is full of a lively cast of characters. We talk about the “secret ingredient” to writing engaging fantasy as well as plotting, reading strategies, and how to just have fun while writing.</p><p>You can listen to the podcast above or on <a target="_blank" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-to-write-kidlit-podcast/id1709210829">Apple Podcasts.</a> We also have transcripts available if listening is not for you. Note: Transcripts on Substack are only available in the web version, not the app.</p><p>We would love to hear what you thought of the book and our talk with the author.</p><p>Did you like our episode? Please give us a review and share it with your friends! Every little bit helps us grow. </p><p>You can purchase Jen's books and learn more about her on her website: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.jencalonitaonline.com">www.jencalonitaonline.com</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://readtowritekidlit.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">readtowritekidlit.substack.com</a>
March 29, 2026
S3 Ep 6: A cozy place to cry - writing tearful stories with Naomi Milliner
<p>Sometimes you just have to cry.</p><p>Sad books are therapeutic. It gives you a place to explore grief, whether you have personally experienced it or not. They help you identify and release emotions you may not understand at the moment. Nicole Miliner’s Trouble With Secrets is a “cozy” place to cry. Did we cry? Yes. Did we feel love and hope? Also, yes.</p><p>Order your copy of <a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-trouble-with-secrets-naomi-milliner/92fc594c82fd1ac3?ean=9780063311640&next=t">The Trouble with Secrets </a>and join in our conversation! (You don’t have to have read it to enjoy and learn from our podcast, but it may help enrich the experience.)</p><p>You can listen to the podcast above or on <a target="_blank" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-to-write-kidlit-podcast/id1709210829">Apple Podcasts.</a> We also have transcripts available if listening is not for you. Note: Transcripts on Substack are only available in the web version, not the app.</p><p>We would love to hear what you thought of the book and our talk with the author.</p><p>Did you like our episode? Please give us a review and share it with your friends! Every little bit helps us grow.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://readtowritekidlit.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">readtowritekidlit.substack.com</a>
March 4, 2026
S3 Ep 5: "What is hard for an adult to say is easy for a kid to hear." James Bird shares all about writing his middle grade book, No Place Like Home.
<p>"What is hard for an adult to say is easy for a kid to hear." These were one of many words of wisdom we gained from our interview with James Bird. Our reading of No Place Like Home and the following interview with Bird gave us so much to think about and to practice with in our writing journey. This book is one of those that leave you speechless and wondering “how did he write this?” We hope you will join us in reading and talking about this middle grade novel, No Place Like Home.</p><p>You can listen to the podcast above or on <a target="_blank" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/read-to-write-kidlit-podcast/id1709210829">Apple Podcasts.</a> We also have transcripts available if listening is not for you. Note: Transcripts on Substack are only available in the web version, not the app.</p><p>Purchase <a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/no-place-like-home-james-bird/841d246400a4bf8b?ean=9781250877611&next=t&next=t&affiliate=3214">No Place Like Home by James Bird </a>here! You can also follow him on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/jamesbirdbooks/">Instagram</a> and learn more on his <a target="_blank" href="https://www.jamesbirdwriter.com/?utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn_w_Eq7cPHes6b5En0IiH9p3IxBk42QWc0XWr89L-keE_aryOJSOIIMEq4Pk_aem_dvsfcTP1bIcyDVuX1EQPXw">website</a>.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://readtowritekidlit.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1">readtowritekidlit.substack.com</a>
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