Read to Write Kidlit Podcast

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! readtowritekidlit.substack.com

Read to Write Kidlit Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 31 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #8

  S3 Ep 8: Rebecca Bendheim illuminates the teenage experience of conformity and identity in her debut upper-middle grade novel, When You're Brave Enough

  Jun 1, 202644 minS3

  <p>Rebecca Bendheim, a poet and author, released her debut middle grade novel, When You’re Brave Enough, on April 7, 2026. Rebecca is also a former middle school teacher and types her poetry with Austin’s Typewriter Rodeo poetry troupe. </p><p>We talked with Rebecca about the overall journey of this book and her career as well as how she crafted the “little” things throughout the story that made it come together at the end so beautifully. We also asked her what part of writing this novel brought her the most joy. Make sure to listen to hear her answer! Keep rea...

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  Episode #7

  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.

  Apr 27, 202626 minS3

  <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 Apple Podcasts. We also have t...

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  Episode #6

  S3 Ep 6: A cozy place to cry - writing tearful stories with Naomi Milliner

  Mar 29, 202638 minS3

  <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 The Trouble with Secrets and join in our conversation! (You don’t have to have read it to enjoy and learn from our podcast, but it may help enr...

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  Episode #5

  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.

  Mar 3, 202651 minS3

  <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 list...

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  Episode #4

  S3 Ep 4: Writing "agents of chaos" and creating characters better than you are. Tara Dairman shares about writing her middle grade book, The Girl From Earth's End.

  Jan 31, 202644 minS3

  <p>Have you ever been captivated by a book’s cover? The cover of Tara Dairman’s middle grade novel, The Girl From Earth’s End, is exactly one of those books. The cover is stunning and the more you look, the more you wonder. </p><p>And then you open the book and the pages are decorated with cute flowers-not only on the chapters but on each page.</p><p>The vibes are whimsical and we were ready for some whimsy!</p><p>As we read, did the whimsy continue? You bet it did. Listen to our latest interview with a...

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