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The Book Chain ProjectKate Gilby Smith interviews author Sade Fadipe #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 28 of The Book Chain Project, our last interview episode of Series 1, Kate Gilby Smith interviews Sade Fadipe, author of 'A Bouncy 123'. Sade started writing in 2009 and just a few months after had signed her first book contract with Cassava Republic Press. She started out her career as a linguist and later followed her passion by taking on a post-graduate in Education. After teaching in London for close to two decades, she spent time out in Nigeria where she initiated a training program for teachers on the skill of reading. Her bi-cultural identity weaves...2021-11-1145 min

The Book Chain ProjectMelissa Welliver interviews author Kate Gilby Smith #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 27 of the Book Chain project Melissa Welliver, author of 'The Undying Tower', chats with Kate Smith, author of 'The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody '. Kate Gilby Smith was born on the sunny island of Guernsey. It was while daydreaming during a philosophy of time travel seminar at The University of Edinburgh that she first had the idea for her debut book, The Astonishing Future of Alex Nobody. In 2015 she moved to London where she works as a publicist for science, philosophy and history books. Her writing for children is inspired by her love of all...2021-11-111h 01

The Book Chain ProjectChrissie Sains interviews author Melissa Welliver #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 26 of The Book Chain Project, Chrissie Sains, author of 'An Alien in the Jam Factory', chats with Melissa Welliver, author of 'The Undying Tower'. Melissa writes speculative fiction about how the End Of The World is never really the end of the world. After studying Creative Writing at the University of Manchester, she went on to complete Curtis Brown Creative’s Writing for Children course. Her work has listed in Bath Novel Award, Mslexia, the Hachette Children’s Novel Award and the Wells Book for Children Competition. She has been published in two short story collections and is a...2021-11-1146 min

The Book Chain ProjectNatascha Biebow interviews author Chrissie Sains #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 25 of #TheBookChainProject Natascha Biebow, author of 'The Crayon Man: the true story of the invention of crayola crayons', interviews Chrissie Sains who debuted 2021 with ‘Alien in the jam factory’. Chrissie grew up in Essex where she spent much of her childhood pretending that she was Indiana Jones and is a highly experienced cushion walker (little known skill of hopping across the floor on cushions in case of lava sharks). Chrissie has worked as a marketing and events planner, a chalet host, a ski guide and a (pretty rubbish) dry-stone wall builder. She now loves turning the...2021-11-1149 min

The Book Chain ProjectNadine Kaadan interviews author Natascha Biebow #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 24 of the Book Chain project, Nadine Kaadan, author of 'Tomorrow', chats with Natascha Biebow, author of 'The Crayon Man: the true story of the invention of crayola crayons'(2019), winner of the Irma Black Award for Excellence in Children’s Books, Elephants Never Forget and Is This My Nose?, winner of the Booktrust Best Book for Babies. She has several other writing projects underway, including non-fiction picture books and chapter book series. She has over 25 years’ experience commissioning and editing pre-school novelty books, picture books, early readers, young fiction, and (pop-up) non-fiction at ABC, Dorling Kindersley and Random Hous...2021-11-1146 min

The Book Chain ProjectCandy Gourlay interviews author Nadine Kaadan #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 23 of the Book Chain project, Candy Gourlay, author of 'Ferdinand (First names series)', chats with Nadine Kaadan, author of 'Tomorrow'. Nadine Kaadan is an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator from Syria now living in London. She is published in several countries and languages and her mission is to champion empowered and inclusive representation in children’s books so that every child can see themselves in a story. Nadine’s work with young refugees in mitigating post-conflict trauma has captured the attention of CNN and the BBC, both of which have broadcast special featur...2021-11-1030 min

The Book Chain ProjectMichael Mann interviews author Candy Gourlay #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 22, of the Book Chain Michael Mann, author of 'Ghostcloud', chats with Candy Gourlay, author of many amazing books about them and her new release Ferdinand Magellan. Candy Gourlay (formerly Candy Quimpo) is a Filipino author based in the United Kingdom who has been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal. Her debut novel Tall Story (2010) won the National Children's Book Award of the Philippines in 2012 and the Crystal Kite Award for Europe in 2011. Michael Mann's Instagram: @mikemannwrites Buy 'Ghostcloud' : https://uk.bookshop.org/books/ghostcloud/9781444959307 Candy...2021-11-1038 min

The Book Chain ProjectJamie Russell interviews author Michael Mann #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 21 of #TheBookChainProject Jamie Russell, author of 'SKYWAKE: INVASION', chats with Michael Mann, author of 'Ghostcloud'. Michael Mann is a primary school teacher by day, and mostly writes when he should be sleeping at night. He was a winner of SCBWI's Undiscovered Voices 2020, and the 2019 London Writer's Award (Spread the Word). He is passionate about diversity in children's literature as a person of British and Indian heritage. Links Jamie Russell's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie_russell74/ Jamie Russell's Website: https://www.jamierussell.co.uk/ Buy 'SKYWAKE: INVASION' : https://uk...2021-11-0945 min

The Book Chain ProjectEmma Mylrea interviews author Jamie Russell #TheBookChainProject*are you a traditionally published kid lit author based in the UK or Ireland, get in touch to be part of Series 2 of the book chain https://www.klkettle.com/tbcpseries2 * In Episode 20 of #TheBookChainProject, Emma Mylrea, author of 'Curse of the Dearmad', interviews Jamie Russell, author of 'SKYWAKE: INVASION'. They talk about the realities of publication, the differences between screen writing and fiction, how to get a great ending and the benefits of being ahead in drafting thanks to a global pandemic! About Jamie: When Jamie was five he saw...2021-11-0950 min

The Book Chain ProjectMarisa Noelle interviews author Georgia Bowers #TheBookChainProject*are you a traditionally published kid lit author based in the UK or Ireland, get in touch to be part of Series 2 of the book chain https://www.klkettle.com/tbcpseries2 * In Episode 18, Marisa Noelle chats with Georgia Bowers, author of 'Mark of the Wicked ' for #thebookchainproject HERE ARE THE LINKS... YouTube link : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGlq5cNFZKQsUhkyrUC6wzw IGTV link (Interviewer's Feed) : https://www.instagram.com/tv/CR4cXEyHxn3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Marisa Noelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram...2021-11-0934 min

The Book Chain ProjectGeorgia Bowers interviews author Emma Mylrea #TheBookChangeProject*are you a traditionally published kid lit author based in the UK or Ireland, get in touch to be part of Series 2 of the book chain https://www.klkettle.com/tbcpseries2 * In Episode 19, Book Chain interview Georgia Bowers, author of 'Mark of the Wicked ', chats with Emma Mylrea, author of 'Curse of the Dearmad', Illustrated by Hannah Jesse. Curse of the Dearmad is a gripping middle-grade fantasy novel from debut author Emma Mylrea. A perfect blend of magic and realism, this is a tale of family, friendship, love, and betrayal. 2021-11-0939 min

The Book Chain ProjectJames Nicol interviews author Marisa Noelle #TheBookChangeProject*are you a traditionally published kid lit author based in the UK or Ireland, get in touch to be part of Series 2 of the book chain https://www.klkettle.com/tbcpseries2 * In Episode 17, James Nicol, author of 'The Apprentice Witch Series ', chats with Marisa Noelle, author of 'The Unadjusteds trilogy' for #TheBookChainProject Links James Nicol's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesenicol/ James Nicol's Website: https://jamesnicolbooks.com/ Buy 'The Apprentice Witch Series ' : https://uk.bookshop.org/books/the-apprentice-witch/9781338118605 Marisa Noelle's Instagram...2021-11-051h 06

The Book Chain ProjectBryony James interviews author James Nicol #TheBookChangeProject*are you a traditionally published kid lit author based in the UK or Ireland, get in touch to be part of Series 2 of the book chain https://www.klkettle.com/tbcpseries2 * In Episode 16, of the Book Chain author Bryony Pearce interviews MG author Jame Nicol (Chicken House). James grew up on a rich diet of Ursula le Guin, Roald Dahl and fairy stories before pursuing a career in bookshops and libraries. It was while reading The Witches to school children that he resolved to write his own book. James' The Apprentice Witch series is...2021-10-071h 01

The Book Chain ProjectDanielle Brown MBE interviews Bryony Pearce #TheBookChainProject*are you a traditionally published kid lit author based in the UK or Ireland, get in touch to be part of Series 2 of the book chain https://www.klkettle.com/tbcpseries2 * In Episode 15, of the Book Chain speaker and paralympian Danielle Brown MBE, author of 'Run Like A Girl - 50 Extraordinary And Inspiring Sportswomen' (2021), interviews the prolific Bryony Pearce, a multi-award-winning novelist working in both the YA and Adult markets. In the YA genre Bryony has produced a mixture of dark thrillers, paranormal adventures, dystopia and horror and currently has nine published novels: Angel's Fury, The...2021-10-0748 min

The Book Chain ProjectLouise Gooding interviews Danielle Brown MBE #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 14, of the Book Chain author Louise Gooding, who debuted with non-fiction picture book 'Just Like me' this year (2021) interviews the fabulous Danielle Brown MBE, 2 x paralympian gold medallist and author of 'Run Like A Girl - 50 Extraordinary And Inspiring Sportswomen' (2021) Danielle Brown MBE is a double Paralympic gold medallist in archery, five time World Champion and was World Number 1 for her entire career. She also achieved something that very few disabled athletes manage when she successfully transitioned onto the able-bodied team. Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories of 50...2021-10-0656 min

The Book Chain ProjectAnna Bowles interviews Louise Gooding #TheBookChainProject'In Episode 13, of the Book Chain Anna Bowles, author of 'Rapids', interviews Non Fiction book author Louise Gooding, who debuted with 'Just Like me' this year (2021) Louise Gooding is a children’s writer who lives in Switzerland with her partner and three children. Always a keen reader and writer with an overactive imagination, it was no surprise that after many years working in children’s entertainment Louise channeled her energy and creativity into writing children’s books. Louise loves the inquisitive nature of children and wanted to discuss topics such as mental health, neurodiversity and disability. Having...2021-08-231h 00

The Book Chain ProjectAnnaliese Avery interviews Anna Bowles #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 12 of the Book Chain Project, Annaliese Avery, author of 'The Nightsilver Promise', chats with Anna Bowles, author of 'Rapids'. Anna Bowles is a writer and editor who lives in London with a collection of fluffy hippos and a husband. She got into publishing by securing a day’s temping work shredding rubbish in the postroom of Titan Books in 1997, and just not going away afterwards. Her first novel, #Rapids, is out in May 2021. It follows fangirl, aspiring hat-maker and serial enthusiast Yan Harris as she tears through life, London, friendship, deadbeat dads and mental il...2021-07-0744 min

The Book Chain ProjectLouie Stowell interviews Annaliese Avery #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 11 of the Book Chain project Louie Stowell, author of 'Otherland ', chats with Annaliese Avery, author of 'The Nightsilver Promise'. Links Louie Stowell's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louiestowell/ Louie Stowell's Website: https://louiestowell.com Buy 'Otherland ' : https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/louie-stowell Annaliese Avery's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annalieseavery Annaliese Avery's Website: http://annalieseavery.com Buy 'The Nightsilver Promise' : https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/annaliese-avery ******* To be the first to...2021-07-0659 min

The Book Chain ProjectClaire Fayers interviews Louie Stowell #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 10, of The Book Chain Project Claire Fayers, author of 'Welsh Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends', chats with Louie Stowell, author of 'Otherland '. They talk mythical research, norse mythology, and there's a surprise appearance by Buffy the dog. Louie Stowell started her career writing carefully-researched books about space, Ancient Egypt, politics and science but eventually lapsed into just making stuff up. She likes writing about dragons, wizards, vampires, fairies, monsters and parallel worlds. She lives in London with her wife Karen, her dog Buffy, and a creepy puppet that is probably cursed. ...2021-07-0538 min

The Book Chain ProjectAmy McCaw interviews Claire Fayers #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 9 of our Book Chain Amy McCaw, author of 'Mina and the Undead', chats with Claire Fayers, author of 'Welsh Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends'. Claire Fayers grew up in South Wales, studied English and Comparative Literature at the University of Kent in Canterbury, and is now back in Wales where she spends a lot of her free time tramping around castles in the rain, looking for dragons. She has worked as a church caretaker, a shoe shop assistant, in accountancy, in health and safety, in IT, and in a library. Only one of...2021-05-1937 min

The Book Chain ProjectSheila Averbuch interviews Amy McCaw #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 8, Book Chain interview Sheila M Averbuch, author of 'FRIEND ME (Scholastic US)', chats with Amy McCaw, author of 'Mina and the Undead'. Amy McCaw is a YA writer and blogger. She's the author of Mina and the Undead, a YA murder mystery set in 1995 New Orleans. Her main interests are books, movies and the macabre, and her debut novel has elements of all of these. If Amy's not at a book event or reading, she can usually be found scribbling away in her writing room, surrounded by movie memorabilia and an...2021-05-1949 min

The Book Chain ProjectSarah Ann Juckes interviews Shiela Averbuch #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 7, Book Chain interview Sarah Ann Juckes, author of 'The World Between Us', chats with Sheila M Averbuch, author of 'FRIEND ME (Scholastic US)'. Sheila M. Averbuch is a former journalist who’s interviewed billionaires, hackers and would-be Mars colonists. She writes fiction for middle grade and is bewitched by and suspicious of technology in equal measure. Sheila co-founded the Scotland network of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and was first winner of The Hook, SCBWI’s national live pitching competition in the UK. Her first novel, FRIEND ME, is published by Schola...2021-05-1837 min

The Book Chain ProjectAndreina Cordani interviews Sarah Ann Juckes #TheBookChainProjectIn Episode 6 of our Book Chain Andreina Cordani, author of 'The Girl Who...', chats with Sarah Ann Juckes, author of 'The World Between Us'. They discuss writing from different POVs and even ways of showing different POVs in the same chapter in interesting ways, of writing about important subjects such as invisible illness (trigger warning) and caregivers and Sarah's process when putting together her second novel (out now) 'The World Between Us'. Sarah's debut novel, 'Outside', was published by Penguin in 2019 and was nominated for the Carnegie Medal 2020. She also works at Jericho Writers...2021-05-1846 min

The Book Chain ProjectDave Cousins interviews Andreina Cordani #TheBookChainProjectEpisode 5 2021 Debut, Andreina Cordani, talks to last week's interviewer Dave Cousins about her book, 'The Girl who...' published by Atom books. They discuss where the idea came from, writing in 3 povs, drawing on journalistic experience and how we can empathise with anti-heroes as well as her process. Stay tuned for a great post-interview chat and a surprise piglet squid. 'Leah is the perfect survivor. She was seven years old when she saw her mother and sister killed by a troubled gang member. Her case hit the headlines and her bravery made...2021-05-1841 min

The Book Chain ProjectBethan Evans interviews Dave Cousins #TheBookChainProjectEpisode 4 Indie published debut Bethan Evans talks to established MG writer Dave Cousins, (though his career also spans Non fiction and YA). They discuss illustration, graphic novels, process and career development. Don't forget to stay tuned for the special extras! Links David Cousins - Website: https://www.davecousins.net Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5137441.Dave_Cousins Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davec9000/- Buy his latest book 'Robot's gone...2021-05-1835 min

The Book Chain ProjectClare Helen Welsh interviews Bethan Evans #TheBookChainProjectEpisode 3 Award-winning Picture Book Author, Clare Helen Welsh (her latest book 'Wee? It wasn't me' with Macmillan) interviews debut indie author Bethan Evans (her debut, Necropolis, with Wallace Publishing). They discuss different publishing experiences, world-building, writing techniques, publishing without an agent and, surprisingly, broccoli. Links Bethan Evans - Website: https://www.wallacepublishing.co.uk/b... - Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethan_evan... - Buy her latest book 'Necropolis': https://www.amazon.co.uk/Necropolis-B... 2021-03-2238 min

The Book Chain ProjectHannah Gold interviews Clare Helen Welsh #TheBookChainProjectEpisode 2 Hannah Gold, author of #TheLastBear, interviews prolific, award-winning Picture Book Author, Clare Helen Welsh (her latest book 'Wee? It wasn't me' with Macmillan) discuss the importance of dealing with emotive subjects in books for young readers, what it’s like to be a mentor, and working with publishers on the art process of books among other wonderful things. Links Hannah Gold: - https://www.hannahgold.world Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahgold_author Buy 'The Last Bear' : ht...2021-03-1540 min

The Book Chain ProjectWelcome to #TheBookChainProject33 AUTHORS… 33 WEEKS… 1 LIVE INTERVIEW A WEEK… WELCOME TO #THEBOOKCHAINPROJECT Every week, from Wednesday March 3rd 2021, a different author from the world of UK KidLit will take up the mic and interview another author for a 30 minute interview. The interviewee will become the interviewer for the next week, and so on - let’s keep the chain going! Each video will be live. But don’t worry if you miss it, we’ll download them and make them available on YouTube (with subtitles for accessibility) and as a podcast! Get to kno...2021-02-1901 min