Fun Kids Book Quest

On the Shelf This Week:
James Mayhew joins the show with his vibrant retelling of Prokofiev’s timeless classic, Peter and the Wolf. When young Peter ventures out into the meadow, he makes friends with a duck, a bird, and a cat—only to face his ultimate test when a hungry wolf steps out from the trees!

Liz Flanagan takes us high into dragon territory with The Moonlight Dragon. When Luna rescues Spark, the last remaining young dragon in the world, she teams up with Tobi and Elodie to uncover why the king fears these magical beasts—and whether they can save their kingdom as crops fail and water runs out.

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Welcome to BookQuest! 🦄✨ In this super-special episode, we are stepping onto the mysterious, elemental Island for an exclusive interview with A.F. Steadman, the #1 bestselling author behind the hit Skandar fantasy series!
🏆 The Ultimate Reading Hero Interview: As part of the Be A Reading Hero with Skandar campaign, one lucky young reading hero won the dream opportunity of a lifetime—to sit down with A.F. Steadman and ask their burning questions! Listen in as our winner dives deep into the inspiration behind Skandar Smith, elemental magic, and what it takes to build a blockbuster fantasy world.

🦄 Not Your Average Unicorns: Think unicorns are all soft glitter and rainbow sparkles? Think again! A.F. Steadman breaks down the ferocious, bloodthirsty, elemental-winged beasts that rule the Island—and reveals what it’s really like to bond with a warrior unicorn for life.

🎙️ Young Readers Take the Mic: We open up the inbox to share even more questions sent in by Skandar superfans across the country! From secret plot twists and fierce sky battles to writing tips for young authors, A.F. Steadman answers them all.

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In this episode of BookQuest, we’re stepping through secret gateways into worlds filled with phantom spirits, legendary pirates, and high-stakes accusations! Whether you’re flying off to a reimagined Neverland only to be framed for mysterious thefts, or faking a supernatural talent to survive at an exclusive boarding school for ghost-talkers, we’re exploring how clever kids uncover the truth when nothing is as it seems.
On the Shelf This Week:
Katie and Kevin Tsang join the show to introduce The Neverland Thieves. Follow Tom, Felix, and Daisy as they travel from Great Ormond Street Hospital straight into Neverland! But their magical journey takes a chaotic turn when they encounter pirates, mermaids, and the Lost Boys and Girls—and suddenly find themselves blamed for a string of mysterious thefts.

Freddie Kölsch brings us the eerie mystery Spindlewood. Meet Lilac, a girl who pretends she can communicate with the dead after receiving an invitation to a secret boarding school specifically for children who can see spirits. Can she keep her secret hidden, or will the school's haunting mysteries catch up with her?

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In this episode of BookQuest, we’re creeping into shadowy gothic corridors and going behind the scenes of the biggest book celebration of the year! Whether you’re investigating a top-secret vampire slayer academy or getting the inside scoop from a judge on the UK’s most exciting children's book awards, we’re honouring the stories that keep us on the edge of our seats.
On the Shelf This Week:
Emma Carroll joins the show to talk about Dracula & Daughters: School for Slayers. Step into a darkly thrilling adventure following Dracula’s granddaughters—Mina, Buffy, and Bella—as they investigate strange goings-on at Poisonwood School, only to uncover a secret operation training pupils to slay vampires!

Iqbal Hussain stops by to talk all things books and reading! As one of the official judges for The Week Junior Book Awards, he gives us a peak behind the curtain at what makes a story truly award-winning as we count down to the grand ceremony this coming Monday!

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In this episode of BookQuest, we’re stepping into spooky manors and enchanting folklore where old tales get wildly unexpected twists! Whether you’re accidental laboratory experiments causing total chaos or timeless traditional stories spun into magical new forms, we’re celebrating how a little bit of mischief can make for an unmissable adventure.
On the Shelf This Week:
Jack Meggitt-Phillips joins the show to talk about Jekyll vs Hyde: The Potion of Doom. Follow spoiled Henrik Jekyll after he inherits a crumbling, creepy manor and stumbles upon a mysterious potion—accidentally unleashing his chaotic, unpredictable alter ego, Eddie Hyde!

Sophie Anderson brings us A Year of Fairy Tales, a magical collection inspired by stories passed down through generations. Discover fresh, surprising twists on timeless classics like Jack and the Beanstalk and Rapunzel, alongside brand-new original tales rooted in rich folklore.

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