On this week’s episode, we listen to a clip from the audiobook version of PAX by Sara Pennypacker. 

The story of a boy and his pet Fox, separated by war, this beautifully wrought, utterly compelling novel about the essential truths that define us and the devastating costs of war, is destined to become a beloved classic. 

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An Excerpt of PAX by Sara Pennypacker

On the season 2 premier we celebrate Own Voices with Jerry Craft and Bahni Turpin!

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First, Andrew chats with Jerry Craft, the author and illustrator of NEW KID. They talk about how the graphic novel was adapted for audio, public school vs. private school, and more. Then, Jerry plays a game about giving good directions, and his son even joins us in the booth.

Then, world-class narrator Bahni Turpin subjects herself to her past work, as she plays the Self-Awarness Game.

Finally, we hear the first few minutes from the latest audiobook Bahni's narrated - ON THE COME UP, the latest novel from bestselling author of THE HATE U GIVE, Angie Thomas.

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S2E1: Own Voices (With Jerry Craft and Bahni Turpin)

"Wayside School is a really warm happy place where everyone accepts everyone..." This week, we’re in conversation with bestselling, award-winning author of the Wayside School series, Louis Sachar (also author of Holes) to talk about the origins of Sideways Stories from Wayside School and its zany staff, including his own literary cameo. We’ll also sit with special guests Erin Entrada Kelly, Hello, Universe and Dan Gutman, My Weird School series, to talk about diversity in kidlit, allowing child readers to laugh at adults, and embracing the power of weird.
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Wayside School (ft. Louis Sachar, Erin Entrada Kelly, and Dan Gutman)

A family podcast about classic children’s books and the impact they have on us long into adulthood. In each episode, we talk about one popular children's book from the past, uncovering the unique story behind the story. While sitting down with famous, award-winning authors, we investigate the timeless themes in kids’ books.

Wayside School (ft. Louis Sachar, Erin Entrada Kelly, and Dan Gutman)

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