James Foley Interview

What you need to be an author for kids

Today’s first guest is one of Australia’s favourite creators of books for kids, with books like Chickensaurus, The Last Viking and The Toffle Towers series.

His latest picture book, Stellarphant, about an elephant who wants to be an astronaut, is taking the world by storm. And, he’s popped in today to share his creative journey with us, how he created Stella, and the skills and attributes you need to write and illustrate for kids.

Book Reviews with Liv

Stick around for Book Reviews with Liv – our awesome new book reviewer.

Liv takes a look at, and gives her thoughts on two amazing books:

Ouch! Tales of Gravity

by Kate Simpson and Andy Hardiman

and

Only a Monster 

by Vanessa Len

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

 James Foley: to find out more about this wonderful creators work, click on website here.

Stellarphant: For more information about this wonderful picture book, click here.

Fremantle Press: For more info on the publishers of Stellarphant, click here.

Perth Writer’s Festival: For dates and info on this festival, click here.

Ouch!: For more info on today’s book review, click here.

Only a Monster: For more details on Only a Monster, click on our interview with author Vanessa Len here.

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