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Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 232: YKNR Christmas PartyYes, it’s that time of year when Allison Rushby joins Allison Tait and Megan Daley to celebrate the festive season in the best way we know how – by sharing our favourite childrens and YA reads of 2025. Do we know how to party or what?Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
2025-12-0956 min
So You Want to be a WriterWriting Podcast Episode 692: Special episode with Allison Tait on your writing roadmapIn this special bonus episode of 'So You Want to Be a Writer,' Valerie is joined by her original podcast co-host Allison Tait in a live-streamed event celebrating 20 years of the Australian Writer Centre. Together, they discuss important topics for all writers – including goal-setting, overcoming writing obstacles, and structuring one's writing career. They also reflect on their own writing journeys, give writing tips, and offer valuable advice on managing impostor syndrome, planning writing schedules, understanding genre requirements and MORE! 00:00 Welcome02:24 Reunion with original co-host A.L.Tait.08:55 Writing Roadmap: Setting Goals and Overcoming Obstacles
2025-11-2557 min
Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesFrom TikToks to Tolkien: Bringing Boys Back to BooksBoys are falling behind in reading — and the consequences are staggering. In this episode, we share an excerpt from Your Kid’s Next Read podcast with Allison Tait, Megan Daley, Matt Stanton and Dr Justin Coulson unpacking the crisis in boys’ literacy. From screen addiction to motivation, we explore why reading has lost its spark for boys — and how parents can bring stories back to life at home. You can listen to the full conversation here: Boys and Reading. KEY POINTS: Reading rates are plummeting across the board — but boys are struggling most. The literacy gap between bo...
2025-10-0816 min
Read This TodayHendrik Willem Van Loon's The Story of MankindEmbark on an epic adventure through time with a captivating audio overview of Hendrik Willem Van Loon's groundbreaking book, The Story of Mankind. Discover why this Pulitzer Prize-winning classic redefined popular history, weaving a vibrant, narrative tapestry of human civilization from prehistoric times to the modern age. We'll explore Van Loon's unique storytelling approach, his insightful (and sometimes provocative) interpretations of major historical figures and movements, and how his engaging style made history accessible to generations. Uncover the enduring charm and significance of a book that inspired countless readers to see the grand sweep of our collective past. Ideal...
2025-07-0829 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyA. L. Tait reads 'Danger Road'A. L. Tait reads from her contemporary middle-grade crime novel 'Danger Road', a fast-paced mystery story about two brothers who set out to solve a 25-year-old cold case and uncover more than they bargained for. Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
2025-07-0320 min
Dear Rach & SophThe Biggest Disappointment - with guest Allison TaitThis episode is long and all of it worth your attention, mostly because Allison Tait - who writes as A.L. Tait - is one of the most dynamic people working in Australian writing and publishing, and you can find her bio below. Also because it’s an unusual conversation we have for some of it - and that’s because Allison talks about her contemporary women’s fiction book being rejected by its publisher after it was accepted for publication and she did more work on it. The extra angle is that Sophie was her literary agent at that t...
2025-06-291h 25
Between the bookshelves: A NSW Premier's Reading Challenge podcastBetween the bookshelves - 12. Allison TaitIn episode 12 of Between the Bookshelves, we’re joined by best-selling middle grade author and tireless champion of Australian children’s literature, Allison Tait. Known for her adventurous stories and rich characters, Allison is also the co-host of the popular Your Kid’s Next Read podcast and a driving force behind the vibrant Facebook community of the same name.Allison shares her Between the Bookshelves pitch for all of her titles, including her latest release Willow Bright’s secret plot and a sneak peek at her next title, Danger Road. She also offers up her expert recommendations for what...
2025-06-121h 05
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 662: A.L. Tait and her latest book, 'Willow Bright’s Secret Plot'Just how different is it in the city compared to the country? Former co-host Allison Tait returns to discuss capturing that feeling in her latest middle-grade novel, Willow Bright’s Secret Plot (writing as A.L.Tait) – as well as teasing some of her other books coming out and how she balances it all! 00:00 Welcome08:02 Writing tip: Be proud of your own work10:12 WIN!: I Want Everything by Dominic Amerena12:02 Word of the week: ‘Lagniappe’15:24 Writer in residence: A.L Tait16:01 Recap on Allison’s life lately21:53 Defining middle grade24:55 Her latest...
2025-05-0557 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyA.L. Tait reads 'Willow Bright's Secret Plot'A.L. Tait reads from ‘Willow Bright's Secret Plot’, a new middle-grade mystery story about growing up, finding your place in the world and the restorative power of nature.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
2025-05-0118 min
UNHIREDAvoiding Your Books Won't Save You (Featuring Matt Tait)In this episode of Unhired, we sit down with Matt Tait, CEO and founder of Decimal, a company that provides bookkeeping and tax services for small businesses. Matt shares his journey as a serial entrepreneur, discussing the ups and downs of running multiple businesses (including his background as a recovering lawyer). He opens up about lessons learned, the realities of business finances, and why bookkeeping isn't just a necessary evil—it's a crucial piece of building a sustainable business. We also dive into what it takes to grow a company, why founders often struggle with financial management, an...
2025-02-1729 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyA. L. Tait reads 'The First Summer of Callie McGee'A. L. Tait (aka podcast co-host Allison Tait) reads the first chapter of her contemporary middle-grade novel ‘The First Summer of Callie McGee’.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
2024-12-2618 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyBonus: Teens & ReadingWhy aren’t teens reading? In this must-listen recording of the Your Kid's Next Read ‘Teens & Reading’ event, featuring Allison Tait, Allison Rushby, Dr Bronwyn Reddan from Deakin University’s Teen Reading and Digital Practices Research Programme, and Trisha Buckley, secondary school teacher-librarian, book reviewer, literary judge and vice-president CBCA (Qld branch), we look at ways to bring teens back to books.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Commu...
2024-08-2552 min
Real Stories with Random WritersA story about love in concrete piping with Allison TaitIn this episode we tell stories about first love and we're joined by Allison Tait. To find out more about Allison and her books visit her website... https://allisontait.com/Please review, rate, subscribe, follow and like the show. Your support will help us keep this podcast going.To find out more about R.A. Spratt visit raspratt.comTo find out more about Jacqueline Harvey visit jacquelineharvey.com.au
2024-04-1534 min
Reading with a chance of tacosHow to Write Middle Grade Like a Pro! If you've ever wanted to write in the Middle Grade space. Or, you're penning something now and want some extra advice, Alllison Tait is the internationally published bestselling author of middle-grade adventure series The Mapmaker Chronicles, the Ateban Cipher novels, and the Maven & Reeve Mysteries. Her latest novel THE FIRST SUMMER OF CALLIE McGEE is a middle-grade mystery. To tell us all about it, along with her process, and tips on the craft of writing such magical middle grade masterpieces, please welcome Allison Tait. Plus, we've got Rory H Mather with a what's new in books...
2023-09-1958 min
Writer's Book Club PodcastAllison TaitAllison Tait talks about the writing process for her middle-grade novel The First Summer of Callie McGee. We discussed writing craft aspects including:- what you need to include (or exclude!) to make the novel age appropriate- how to balance character arcs with the external plot- the difference between a child-led versus a parent-led purchase- how to find your ‘writing age’- pacing the novel at scene level- what a novel opening needs to include- the hallmarks of good...
2023-09-011h 29
Healthy-ishThe secret to unlocking your creativityCreativity has been linked to increased levels of happiness, so how can we harness more of it in our daily (busy) lives? Best-selling fiction author Allison Tait shares how she taps into her creativity and will inspire you, too. WANT MORE FROM ALLISON? To hear today's full interview, where she chats about turning your passion into something bigger...search for Extra Healthy-ish wherever you get your pods. Find out more about Alison via her site, here, or for more about her new book The First Summer of Callie McGee, see here. F...
2023-08-0708 min
Extra Healthy-ishWhy following your passions can transform your lifeHow do you go from turning a passion into something bigger, a career even? Best-selling fiction author Allison Tait chats about how she navigated this and how to harness your self-belief. WANT MORE FROM ALLISON? Find out more about Alison via her site, here, or for more about her new book The First Summer of Callie McGee, see here. For info on her Your Kid’s Next Read podcast, see here. WANT MORE BODY + SOUL? Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au for your daily digital dose of healt...
2023-08-0717 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 551: A.L. Tait, author of 'The First Summer of Callie McGee'Allison Tait (A.L. Tait) talks about her latest novel The First Summer of Callie McGee. Also, techniques to look at your writing in a completely new way. Win My Mother, The Spy by Cindy Dobbin and Freda Marnie Nicholls. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2023-07-3151 min
KidLit ClassicsAllison Tait talks Callie's Castle, KidLit Classics Podcast S2 Episode 16About this episode’s KidLit Classic:Callie's Castle, by NZ-Aussie kidlit legend Ruth Park, was published in1974, the first book about Callie Cameron, her family, their big old house, and the perils of growing up.Children's author, podcaster and kidlit specialist Allison Tait discusses how Callie was a character she instantly connected with, and how this story - with its big heart, empathy, and understanding of family dynamics - is one that has subtly influenced her own work. We have a dramatic reading, and Allison talks about her new contemporary #LoveOZMG, he...
2023-07-3051 min
Writing Books and Music - hosted by Sophie GreenInterview with bestselling children's author Allison TaitAllison Tait (A.L. Tait) is the internationally published bestselling author of middle-grade adventure series The Mapmaker Chronicles, the Ateban Cipher novels, and the Maven & Reeve Mysteries. Her latest novel The Wolf's Howl (A Maven & Reeve Mystery #2) is out now in Australia and the USA.A multi-genre writer, teacher and speaker with many years’ experience in magazines, newspapers and online publishing, Allison is co-host of the top-rating Your Kid’s Next Read podcast and former co-host of the So You Want To Be A Writer podcast. She has a writing group called Write With Allison Tait and you can fi...
2023-07-0236 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 094: 10 minutes with Lili WilkinsonAllison spends 10 minutes with author Lili Wilkinson, chatting about her role as lead writer on the Imagining The Future project, her new book and making up dance moves. Plus, Megan has advocacy tips for teacher-librarians and explains why Allison Tait can never be a Rushby.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megandaley.com.au
2023-03-1448 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 092: 10 minutes with Jane GodwinAllison spends 10 minutes with YKNR favourite author Jane Godwin, talking about her new junior fiction series The Isabelle Stories, and writing across age groups and finding those ‘oh, of course’ moments. Plus, Allison Rushby has a brand-new series, Megan is talking about Erasure Poetry and Allison Tait has a hot tip for authors.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter Connect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid’s Next Read Community on Facebook Visit allisontait.com | megand...
2023-02-2847 min
Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.BEST OF TAKEOVER Allison Tait And Andrew Daddo #1BEST OF TAKEOVER Allison Tait And Andrew Daddo #1
2023-01-2649 min
Military Historians are People, Too!S2E21 Tait Keller - Rhodes CollegeToday’s guest is environmental historian Tait Keller. Tait is an Associate Professor of History and Chair of the Department of History at Rhodes College in Memphis, TN. He is also the former Director of Environmental Studies and Sciences at Rhodes. Tait received his BA in History from the University of Rochester and earned his MA in German and European Studies from Georgetown University and his PhD in History from Georgetown as well. Tait’s first book, Apostles of the Alps: Mountaineering and Nation Building in Germany and Austria, was published by the University of North Carolina Press in 2016. In 20...
2022-11-221h 03
Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.546. TAKEOVER: AL Tait And Allison RushbyTAKEOVER: AL Tait And Alison Rushby
2022-10-0631 min
The HYBRID AuthorSo You Want to be a Writer How to Get Started While You Still Have a Day Job with Allison TaitAllison Tait (A.L. Tait) is an internationally published bestselling author, multi-genre writer, teacher, speaker and podcaster. Former co-host of The Australian Writer's Centre (AWC) podcast 'So You Want to be a Writer' with Valerie Khoo, Allison and Valerie collated the thoughts and tips of past guests of the podcast (as well as their own experiences) to co-author the So You Want to be a Writer: How to Get Started While You Still Have a Day Job book.
In the 40th episode of the HYBRID Author Podcast, host Joanne Morrell, author of children's and young adult fiction a...
2022-09-1647 min
Writers off the PageAllison Tait: The ins and outs of writing and publishingAllison Tait is the internationally bestselling author of middle-grade adventure series The Mapmaker Chronicles, The Ateban Cipher and the Maven & Reeve Mysteries. She also co-hosts the Your Kid's Next Read and So You Want to be a Writer podcasts. Allison shares her secrets for making it as a successful author.
2022-08-0855 min
Historians on Housewives"They say that taste is subjective, but I'm the subject and my taste is impeccable!" with Dr. Allison TaitIn which the Historians discuss family law, poverty law, and divorce law and how they come up on the Real Housewives, “high-wealth families” legal regulations around high-wealth exceptionalism, the Girardi divorce, the differences between trusts and estates and much, much more!Further ReadingsAllison Tate, Home of the Dispossessed, Michigan Journal of Gender & Law (2022). Allison Tate, Inheriting Privilege, 116 Minnesota Law Review (2022). Allison Tate, Custom of The Country: Trusts and Marriage Planning in High-Wealth Families, 34 American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers Journal 219 (2021).Jessica Marie Johnson, Wicked FleshRachel...
2022-08-011h 18
Totally Lit!Allison Tait
Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Allison Tait in her latest book The Wolf's Howl her writing career, podcasting and Exclusive online writing community Write with Allison Tait.
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2022-07-1252 min
Secrets from the Green RoomSeason 2. Episode 15: Allison TaitCraig and Irma talk about the dead authors they would most like to interview. Then Irma talks with Allison Tait (AL Tait) on why the first structural edit she received did her head in and how she now works through them, the most difficult book rejection she’s ever experienced, why children’s book authors don’t get the kudos they deserve, and a whole lot more.About AllisonAllison Tait (or AL Tait) is the internationally published bestselling author of middle-grade adventure series The Mapmaker Chronicles and Ateban Cipher. Her la...
2022-01-1252 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 031: Beach reads for kidsThis week, Megan Daley and Allison Tait are all about encouraging reading over the summer with a great selection of beach reads for kids of all ages. Plus, Megan shares her insider knowledge for helping kids meet summer reading goals, and Allison has a couple of lists of writing competitions for young writers (including tips on why they're great).Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.comConnect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on FacebookVisit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.comRead the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com...
2021-11-2942 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 443: A.L Tait discusses her latest novel 'The Wolf's Howl' [Story Sessions series]A.L. Tait is better known as co-host of this very podcast, Allison Tait. The Wolf's Howl is book two in her Maven and Reeve series, and it's another cracking middle grade adventure. This is such a great book and – although you can enjoy it on its own – I highly encourage you to read the first book in the series as well. In this Story Session, Allison talks about her writing process and reads the first chapter of The Wolf's Howl. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podca...
2021-10-1435 min
StoryFestStoryfest 2019 "The Power of Sound"David Hunt’s narration of Girt is one of Audible Australia's bestselling audio books of all time. Rolling Stone declared his Australian history podcast, Rum, Rebels & Ratbags, one of 2016’s hottest podcasts. Katherine Collette documented her path to publication in The First Time Podcast. Allison Tait is co-host, of the top-rating podcast So You Want To Be A Writer. Join them as they discuss why the publishing industry is no longer just about printing books and why we're turning to sound. Hosted by Pamela Cook.
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2021-09-281h 02
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 021: Books about booksBooks about books, books inside books... this week, Allison Tait and Megan Daley are celebrating children's literature featuring books - from picture books to YA novels. Plus, Allison's got tips for parents who'd like to get kids creating, not consuming, and Megan has some great suggestions for what to gift with books to create a special present.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.comConnect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on FacebookVisit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.comRead the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au
2021-09-2139 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 020: Classics for kidsGetting kids started on 'the classics' can be great for their vocabulary and knowledge of context, history and the building blocks of a literary life - but when should you introduce them, and how? Megan Daley and Allison Tait discuss these perplexing questions, as well as looking at the role of school librarians and how to keep tweens engaged with reading.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.comConnect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on FacebookVisit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.comRead the show notes for all book references at...
2021-09-1448 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 019: Puberty books for tweensFrom birds and bees to changing bodies, Allison Tait and Megan Daley recommend puberty books for tweens - and the adults in their lives. Plus, Megan looks at how to include a makerspace in school libraries and Allison encourages kids to write what they don't know (yet).Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.comConnect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on FacebookVisit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.comRead the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com.au Sign up to the Your Kid's Next Read newsletter
2021-09-0740 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 018: Cookbooks for KidsAllison Tait and Megan Daley look at why cookbooks are great for kids (beyond the delicious creations) and have recommendations for everyone from tots to teens. Plus, we look at why reading out loud is essential - and not just to develop reading skills, but writing skills as well. And Allison shares her number one Book Week writing tip.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.comConnect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read Community on FacebookVisit allisontait.com | childrensbooksdaily.com | yourkidsnextread.comRead the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.com...
2021-08-3135 min
Your Kid's Next Read With Allison Tait and Megan DaleyYKNR 017: What's the story with school readers?Love them or hate them (and so many parents seem to fall in the latter camp), school readers are an essential part of your child's reading journey. Megan Daley and Allison Tait dive into school readers, looking at why they're a tool, not a destination, and how 'learning to read' and 'learning to love literature' sit side by side in your child's reading life. Plus, we've got tips for author talks, how to play with stories and some brilliant bookmail.Read the show notes for all book references at yourkidsnextread.comConnect with Allison, Megan and the Your Kid's Next Read...
2021-08-2438 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 425: A.L. Tait, author of 'The Wolf's Howl' on '7 must-dos to ensure a successful writing career.'A.L. Tait, author of 'The Wolf's Howl' on '7 must-dos to ensure a successful writing career'. Discover how your kid can register for A.L. Tait's live author talk on Zoom. Plus, we have 3 copies of 'The Echo Chamber' by John Boyne to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-08-0251 min
Seattle Soto ZenPrajña Paramita (Kanshin Allison Tait)This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1272
2020-11-1500 minSeattle Soto ZenZazenkai Dharma Talk (Kanshin Allison Tait)Kanshin's dharma talk for the 11-14-2020 Zazenkai all-day sit. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1280
2020-11-1400 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 356: A.L. Tait's 'The Firestar: A Maven & Reeve Mystery' [Story Sessions series]This 'inbetweenisode' is part of our Story Sessions series featuring The Firestar: A Maven & Reeve Mystery by A.L. Tait. Narrated by the author herself, we bring bookshop browsing to you in this episode with the first chapter of this exciting book. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-10-2217 min
Stories Behind the Story with Better ReadingAllison Tait: on podcasts, writing and being a voracious reader as a childThe Fire Star author, Allison Tait talks to Cheryl Akle about podcasts, writing children’s books and being a voracious reader as a child. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-09-2429 minStories Behind the Story with Better ReadingAllison Tait: on podcasts, writing and being a voracious reader as a childThe Fire Star author, Allison Tait talks to Cheryl Akle about podcasts, writing children’s books and being a voracious reader as a child. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-09-2429 minSeattle Soto ZenSaving Sentient Beings (Kanshin Allison Tait)Closing up the book What is Zen?, Kanshin speaks this morning about the vow of saving sentient beings. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1249
2020-09-2000 minSeattle Soto ZenEveryday Life and Everyday Relationships (Kanshin Allison Tait)Continuing with chapter 12 of What is Zen?, Kanshin discusses the affect that Zen practice has on our family, work, and other relationships. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1241
2020-09-1300 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 347: Meet Fiona Palmer, author of 'Tiny White Lies'.Learn how to edit your own manuscript and meet Fiona Palmer, author of 'Tiny White Lies'. In a shocking plot twist, Allison shares her Word of the Week. Discover when to tune into a special Facebook live Creative Conversations with Allison Tait. Plus we have 3 copies of 'The Fire Star: A Maven & Reeve Mystery' by A.L. Tait to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-09-0855 minSeattle Soto ZenSangha - The Buddhist Community (Kanshin Allison Tait)Continuing with the book What is Zen?, Kanshin speaks this week about sangha, the Buddhist community. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1237
2020-09-0600 min
Middle Grade MavensEpisode 63: The Fire Star / Sherlock Bones / The Peski Kids; The Final Mission / When This Bell Rings / Allison Tait / R.A. Spratt / Laura HarrisToday on Middle Grade Mavens, Pamela reviews, "The Fire Star," by Alison Tait. Joke Boy reviews "Sherlock Bones book 2; by Renee Treml, and Julie reviews, "The Peski Kids book 5; The Final Mission," by R.A. Spratt , Illustrated by Erica Salcedo, and "When This Bell Rings," by Alison Rushby. Plus, we have three bumper interviews for you. Allison Tait and R.A Spratt drop into the Mavens hot seat, plus a super duper treat as we celebrate 80 years of Puffin books with Laura Harris, Publishing Director of Penguin Random House.
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2020-09-022h 11Seattle Soto ZenStages of Practice (Kanshin Allison Tait)This week Kanshin covers two chapters from the book What is Zen? by Norman Fischer and Sue Moon: chapter 8 "Stages of Practice" and chapter 9 "Over the Long Haul". This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1235
2020-08-3000 minSeattle Soto ZenZen Teachers (Kanshin Allison Tait)Continuing with chapter 8 of Norman Fischer and Sue Moon's books What is Zen?, Kanshin discusses Zen teachers. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1234
2020-08-2300 minSeattle Soto ZenZen Teachings (Kanshin Allison Tait)08-16-2020 Dharma talk. Picking up with chapter seven of the book What is Zen?: Zen teachings. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1231
2020-08-1600 minSeattle Soto ZenZen History and Lineage (Kanshin Allison Tait)Working from chapter 4 of Norman Fischer and Sue Moon's book "What is Zen?", Kanshin talks on the subject of Zen history and the lineages of teachers. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1223
2020-08-0200 minSeattle Soto ZenAwakening (Kanshin Allison Tait)Continuing with chapter four of Norman Fischer's book What is Zen?, Kanshin discusses the concept of awakening. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1211
2020-07-2600 minSeattle Soto ZenIntroduction to Form and Ritual at SSZ (Kanshin Allison Tait)Using chapter three of Norman Fischer's book What is Zen? as a jumping off point, Kanshin discusses form and ritual at Seattle Soto Zen. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1207
2020-07-1900 minSeattle Soto ZenWhat is Zazen and How Do You Do It? (Kanshin Allison Tait)The dharma talk from the July sesshin. Using chapter 2 of Norman Fischer's book What is Zen?, Kanshin delves into the details of zazen.
2020-07-1800 minSeattle Soto ZenHome and Home Leaving (Kanshin Allison Tait)As the physical zendo home of Seattle Soto Zen is packed up this weekend, Kanshin speaks on the topic of home and leaving home. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1204
2020-07-1200 minSeattle Soto ZenWhat is the Point of Zen? (Kanshin Allison Tait)Using Norman Fischer's book What is Zen? as a jumping off point, this week Kanshin starts with Chapter 1: What's the Point?
Amazon link to What is Zen? This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1202
2020-07-0500 minSeattle Soto ZenFather's Day (Kanshin Allison Tait)This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1199
2020-06-2800 minSeattle Soto ZenLiberation and the Bodhisattva Vow (Kanshin Allison Tait)Book: Love and Rage: The Path of Liberation through Anger This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1197
2020-06-2100 min
The Healthy GutHydrogen SIBO with Dr Allison Siebecker | Ep. 83Leading SIBO specialist, Dr Allison Siebecker joins Rebecca Coomes in this 2-part podcast series to discuss the two most common types of SIBO. In today's episode they discuss Hydrogen dominant Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO).To get the full transcription from today's episode, sign up for free as a member of The Healthy Gut Podcast: https://www.thehealthygut.com/podcast/hydrogen-sibo/In Today's Episode:What is hydrogen SIBO?What are the common symptoms and how do they differ to other types of SIBO?What happens when you have abnormal symptoms for hydrogen...
2020-06-1559 minSeattle Soto ZenZen is Communication (Kanshin Allison Tait)Online references for today's dharma talk:
Stages of Monastic Life
Hilarious World of Depression
This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1186
2020-06-1400 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 334: Meet Katherine Kovacic, author of 'The Shifting Landscape'.We chat to Katherine Kovacic, author of 'The Shifting Landscape'. Learn how to increase your opportunities for freelance revenue. Join Amie Kaufman and Allison Tait at the Your Kid's Next Read Author Talk. Plus, we have 3 copies of a mesmerising and unsettling thriller by Elizabeth Kay called 'Seven Lies' to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2020-06-091h 01Seattle Soto ZenGood, Bad, and Complicated (Kanshin Allison Tait)Dharma talk for 5/31/2020 Sunday service. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1183
2020-05-3100 minSeattle Soto ZenConnected in Grief (Kanshin Allison Tait)Dharma talk given during a one-day sesshin on May 30, 2020. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1182
2020-05-3000 minSeattle Soto ZenMother's Day and Mahapajapati (Kanshin Allison Tait)May 10, 2020 - Kanshin speaks on the story of Mahapajapati, maternal aunt to the Buddha. This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1176
2020-05-1000 minSeattle Soto ZenBelated Birthday Wishes (Kanshin Allison Tait)April 26, 2020 - This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1175
2020-04-2600 minSeattle Soto ZenWho Is Sick? (Kanshin Allison Tait)April 12, 2020 - Kanshin returns to case 83 from The Book of Serenity: who are the sick, and who are the not-sick? This talk is also presented in video here: https://seattlesotozen.org/Talks/Talk/TalkID/1174
2020-04-1200 min
Writes4FestivalsStoryfest 2019 "The Power of Sound"’s narration of Girt is one of Audible Australia's bestselling audio books of all time. Rolling Stone declared his Australian history podcast, Rum, Rebels & Ratbags, one of 2016’s hottest podcasts. documented her path to publication in The First Time Podcast. is co-host, of the top-rating podcast So You Want To Be A Writer. Join them as they discuss why the publishing industry is no longer just about printing books and why we're turning to sound. Hosted by .David HuntKatherine Collette Allison Tait Pamela CookSHOWNOTES:Writes4Festivalshttp://www.writes4women.com/writes4festivals/Facebook - @Writes4FestivalsTwitter / Instagram - @w...
2020-02-181h 03Seattle Soto ZenZazenshin (Kanshin Allison Tait)One day sitting dharma talk on Dogen Zenji’s essay “The Acupuncture Needle of Zazen”. Why would we spend an entire Saturday just sitting?
2020-01-1100 minMiddle Grade MavensEpisode 35 Bonus: Ask The Editor: Linsay Knight of Walker Books AustraliaToday on Middle Grade Mavens we're doing something different in our bonus, "Ask The Editor," series.
Running over January - February 2020, each week we'll bring you some insider information on what exactly is on some incredible Australian Children's book editor's wish list's.
We hope this will be helpful for our author and illustrator listeners, who might be attending some great children's literature conferences in 2020. The Mavens are avid supporters of KidLitVic, of which the tickets go on sale 10 February, 2020.
First up, we have Linsay Knight, head of publishing at Walker Books Australia.
Linsay brings some wonderful insights, so get your pen...
2020-01-0543 minSeattle Soto ZenThe 8th day of the 12th month (Kanshin Allison Tait)Every December, we celebrate Rohatsu, which commemorates the day of Buddha's enlightenment.
Allison retells the story of Buddha's path to freedom.
2019-12-1500 min
In Search of Adventure ShowMonetising your Art | Turning any Hobby into a Business | Ocean’s TwelveHave you ever wondered if you could turn your hobby into a money making enterprise? Well, our guest Valerie Khoo rediscovered the magic in her creative side, up skilled by doing some workshops to give her some confidence in her art and then as she started to sell her paintings found the adventure reached out into other parts of her working life, and truly expanded her world and her next adventures. If ever there was a lesson in the power of curiosity, this is it. Plus, Peita & Hayley dig into the steps we can take to work out if...
2019-12-061h 07Seattle Soto ZenRight now, with the full support of the universe (Kanshin Allison Tait)It's a perfect time to say thank you, I love you. It's gratitude that makes you happy.
2019-12-0100 minSeattle Soto ZenBrahmin Varajna weaves a tangled web (Kanshin Allison Tait)2600 years ago, Brahmin Barajva approached the Buddha and asked "This generation is tangled within a tangle. Who can untangle this tangle?"
Conditioner having not yet been invented, the Buddha responded with a more permanent approach.
2019-11-2400 minSeattle Soto ZenThe cat came back (Kanshin Allison Tait)Life is full of stuff we don't like, but well, here it is. Sort of like a pet you inherited from a family member who recently passed away. You didn't ask for this, you don't want it, but now you have to care for it.
Our chronic pain, both physical and mental, are like the cat that came back. The only response that works is to just care for it, with whatever compassion we can muster.
2019-11-1000 minSeattle Soto ZenZen poetry slam: The world champion (Kanshin Allison Tait)In what is likely the highest stakes poetry slam in history, fifth ancestor Hongren announced a lightning round smackdown, the winner of which would inherit his temple and carry the name of sixth ancestor. He alone would judge the submissions.
Last time we heard from Shenxiu. This time, Huineng steps up to the mic and expounds:
Bodhi is fundamentally without any tree;
The bright mirror is also not a stand.
Fundamentally there is not a single thing—
Where could any dust be attracted?
In classic Zen braggadocio, Huineng not only expresses a deeper truth, but turns his rival's submission inside out...
2019-09-1600 minSeattle Soto ZenZen poetry slam: The runner up (Kanshin Allison Tait)In what is likely the highest stakes poetry slam in history, fifth ancestor Hongren announced a lightning round smackdown, the winner of which would inherit his temple and carry the name of sixth ancestor. He alone would judge the submissions.
Sweatting over his quill for the better part of two weeks, Shenxiu gives it his best shot:
The body is the bodhi tree;
The mind is like a bright mirror’s stand.
Be always diligent in rubbing it—
Do not let it attract any dust.
Verdict from the judge? "The wisdom expressed in this poem is like that of a person...
2019-09-1400 minSeattle Soto ZenWhich is the real Seijo? (Kanshin Allison Tait)Word to the wary. If you find yourself growing horns, you might want to stop doing cow meditation. Not to worry, they will probably disappear faster than they grew.
Kanshin tells us the story of Seijo and Ochu in which Seijo's body and soul were separated. Which was the real Seijo?
2019-07-2100 min
Ipse DixitAllison Anna Tait on the Law of High-Wealth FamiliesIn this episode, Allison Anna Tait, Associate Professor of Law at the University of Richmond School of Law, discusses her article "The Law of High-Wealth Exceptionalism," which will be published in the Alabama Law Review. Tait begins by describing "family constitutions," which extremely high-wealth families use in order to help preserve their wealth and facilitate dispute resolution. She observes that many wealth managers strongly recommend such constitutions, and encourage families to conceptualize themselves as semi-sovereign entities, ideally independent of government regulation. She also discusses some of the legal tools that extremely wealthy families use to avoid regulation, oversight, and...
2019-07-1838 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 289: Meet Alex Landragin, author of 'Crossings'.Historical short story competition is now open. Meet Alex Landragin, author of 'Crossings'. We also have writing tips for kids, and Allison Tait will be at the Whitsunday Voices Youth Literature Festival. Little Bookroom has a charity drive. Plus, we have 3x signed copies of 'The Last Days of the Romanov Dancers' by Kerri Turner to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2019-07-1556 minSeattle Soto ZenRejoicing and delighting in the black shaggy dog (Kanshin Allison Tait)In her first talk as SSZ's new resident teacher, Allison shares with us stories of her own sense of unworthiness and shame that have been crippling for her at times. With laughter and tenderness, she helps us see our own suffering as illuminating a deep and subtle connection between us.
As Dogen once wondered marvelling at how a school of fish acts as one being, perhaps only a Buddha can see the invisible connection between them that allows each fish to act in unison.
2019-07-1400 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 284: Direct from VIVID Festival, this is the LIVE event of 'So you want to be a writer'.Direct from VIVID Festival, this is the LIVE event. If you couldn't go, this is the next best thing! This episode features your hosts Allison Tait and Valerie Khoo in conversation with historical fiction author Pamela Hart and crime/thriller author Candice Fox. Straight to you from the Museum of Contemporary Art. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2019-06-121h 44Middle Grade MavensEpisode 14: The Mavens review: Ateban Cipher : The Book of Answers / Malamander / Allison Tait Interview Today on the Mavens, Pamela reviews," Ateban Cipher: The Book of Answers," by Allison Tait, and Julie reviews, "Malamander," by Thomas Taylor
Author links: https://allisontait.com/
Want to request this book at your local library? Here’s the information you’ll need.
Title: Ateban Cipher: The book of Answers
Author: A.L Tait
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Hachette
Date: March 27 2018
ISBN: 9780734417695
https://www.walkerbooks.com.au/Books/Malamander-9781406386288
Want to request this book at your loc...
2019-04-0356 min
Magic & Mayhem: Discover the secrets to creating magnificent books for kids and teens.Ep 13: Allison Tait reveals the steps she took to break through as an author.This is how Allison Tait found her voice and publishing success as a middle grade author. Allison had a long and successful career in magazines and freelance writing, but couldn’t break through into fiction until she quit trying to write what she thought she should write, and found her own voice. Learn how to find ideas everywhere, why you should listen to your inner motivation, and why keeping a part-time job can give you the security to take chances. This podcast is brought to you by the Australian Writers’ Centre. Find out more and get the free...
2019-01-1634 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 238: Meet Belinda Castles, author of 'Bluebottle'.Discover the Wattpad sensation that turned into a Netflix hit and the five mistakes that new writers make (as told by an editor). Learn all about pacing and beat sheets! Submissions for a new anthology, Growing Up Queer in Australia, are now open. Allison Tait’s new course Creative Writing Quest for Kids is officially open for enrolments (kicking off 9 July)! You’ll also meet Belinda Castles, author of Bluebottle. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listene...
2018-06-2956 min
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 228: Meet the hilarious and charming Kerri Sackville, author of ‘Out There: A Survival Guide for Dating in Midlife’.Should you write under two names for two different genres? Allison Tait’s The Book of Answers is out now! We congratulate the winner of the latest Furious Fiction contest. And you’ll meet the hilarious and charming Kerri Sackville, author of ‘Out There: A Survival Guide for Dating in Midlife’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-03-291h 01
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 226: Meet true crime author Campbell McConachie, author of 'The Fatalist'Allison Tait’s ‘The Book of Answers’ is nearly here! HarperCollins announces a new fiction prize for Australian writers. We share tips for kicking out a first draft fast. Find out more about the Elizabeth Jolley Short Story Prize. And meet true crime author Campbell McConachie. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-03-121h 09
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 221: Meet Jack Heath, bestselling author of 'The Hangman'.How to find your fiction writer’s voice when you’ve been working as a journalist. Allison Tait’s tips for author blogging and how one writer won $125,000 in a literary prize. A budget airline is running a rather quirky poetry competition. Plus: you’ll meet Jack Heath, bestselling author of ‘The Hangman’. Read the show notes. Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2018-02-071h 09
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 214: Meet Jackie French, author of over 200 booksWhy you should enter literary prizes and 3 questions Allison Tait has never been asked. Scrivener gets a huge update and Annie Proulx gives a truly great speech at the National Book Awards. Discover your chance to win ‘Uncommon Type’ signed by Tom Hanks. And meet Jackie French, author of over 200 books. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2017-11-301h 14
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 198: We chat to Jacqueline Harvey, author of the Alice-Miranda series Useful writing tips from a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and how to balance freelancing with creative writing. Freelance writing skills you can use to write your novel and Google’s most-searched “how-to” questions capture all the magic and struggle of being human. What writing for children can teach you about writing fiction. Discover how you could win signed copies of Allison Tait's books. And meet Jacqueline Harvey, author of the Alice-Miranda series. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKho...
2017-09-041h 21
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 125: Meet freelance science writer, editor and copywriter Sarah KeenihanCan you be a successful freelance writer with a pen name? Submission tips from Curtis Brown agents; Discover which six of Roald Dahl’s words are now in the dictionary and find out what's happening in Allison Tait's world. Meet science writer Sarah Keenihan. Plus: the one marketing move authors get wrong, and much more. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2016-09-131h 02
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 097: Meet thriller writer Adrian McKinty, author of 'Rain Dogs'Book 2 of Allison Tait’s The Mapmaker Chronicles is shortlisted for the Aurealis Award, punctuation in famous novels and a poem that shows how tricky English can be. Would you write differently if you were anonymous? Also: what NOT to do when you start a novel, the book “Shady Characters: Ampersands, Interrobangs and other Typographic Curiosities” by Keith Houston and meet thriller author Adrian McKinty. Plus: an interesting storytelling app, and more. Read the show notes. Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | V...
2016-02-231h 19
So You Want to be a WriterWRITER 087: Meet Drew Chapman, author of 'The King of Fear'Congrats to our presenter Judith Rossell for making the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards shortlist. Allison Tait’s “The Mapmaker Chronicles 2: Prisoner of the Black Hawk” is one of the best middle grade books for 2015! Also: would you want to write a novel in a castle? Why you need a professional book cover for your self-published book, phrases to cut from your writing, patience for writers, and the death of the mummy blog. Plus: Writer-in-Residence Drew Chapman, the app “Tape a Call” to record your phone calls (perfect for journalists!), how to approach writing a trilogy, and more! Read the s...
2015-12-011h 10