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Join Bex from the children's radio station Fun Kids as she meets top authors who tell her about their books and also read us chapters from them.

Plus, Bex and friends recommend their favourite kids books of the month.

You can listen to Bex on Fun Kids (weekdays from 4pm) on DAB Digital Radio across the UK, on the free Fun Kids app, and online at funkidslive.com

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Greg James
Greg James is a British radio DJ and television presenter, best known for hosting the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show. He has gained popularity for his engaging style and has authored children's books, including 'The Kid Who Fell Through Time'.
Chris Smith
Chris Smith is a British author and co-writer known for his collaborations with Greg James. Together, they have created children's literature that combines adventure and humor, appealing to young readers.
Tamsin Mori
Tamsin Mori is an author recognized for her work in children's literature, particularly the Gargoyles series. Her books often blend fantasy elements with engaging storytelling, captivating young audiences.
Eve Wersocki-Morris
Eve Wersocki-Morris is an author who specializes in children's fiction. Her book 'Clem Fatale Has Been Betrayed' is set in 1950s London and weaves a tale of mystery and family secrets, showcasing her talent for creating immersive narratives.
Ella Dove
Ella Dove is a children's author known for her humorous and uplifting stories. Her book 'How To Roller-Skate with One Leg' explores themes of friendship and resilience, making her a beloved figure in children's literature.
Pádraig Kenny
Pádraig Kenny is an acclaimed author known for his engaging children's literature. His works often explore themes of adventure and resilience, with a focus on young protagonists navigating challenging worlds. His book 'After' delves into a post-apocalyptic scenario where characters must adapt to a new reality following a technological collapse.
Barbara Henderson
Barbara Henderson is a celebrated children's author, recognized for her ability to weave captivating stories that often draw on historical and cultural elements. Her book 'I Don't Do Mountains' features a reluctant adventurer and is set against the backdrop of the wild Scottish Highlands, showcasing her talent for creating immersive settings.
Claire Hatcher-Smith
Claire Hatcher-Smith is a talented author known for her work in children's literature. Her book 'Mizzy's Mysteries' follows a twelve-year-old girl who aspires to solve mysteries akin to Sherlock Holmes, highlighting her knack for crafting relatable and inspiring characters for young readers.
Elena Favilli
Elena Favilli is an Italian author and journalist, best known as the co-author of the bestselling book series 'Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls'. The series celebrates the achievements of women throughout history and has been translated into multiple languages, inspiring young readers around the world.
MC Grammar
MC Grammar is a children's author and educator known for his engaging storytelling and musical approach to teaching. His book 'The Adventures of Rap Kid' combines rap and adventure, aiming to inspire children to appreciate the power of words and creativity.
Brogan Murphy
Brogan Murphy is an author recognized for her work in children's literature. Her book 'Wildlands' takes readers on an adventurous journey through untamed landscapes, emphasizing themes of bravery and exploration.
Hugh Raine
Hugh Raine is a children's author known for his imaginative storytelling. His book 'Betty and Yeti' features a unique friendship between two unlikely roommates, exploring themes of acceptance and understanding in a fun and engaging way.
Jenny McLachlan
Jenny McLachlan is a children's author known for her engaging and imaginative stories. She has written several popular series, including the 'Squishy McFluff' series and 'The Land of Roar'. Her work often features themes of adventure and fantasy, appealing to young readers with a love for thrilling tales.
Pamela Butchart
Pamela Butchart is a celebrated children's author, recognized for her humorous and entertaining books aimed at young readers. She has written numerous titles, including the 'Baby Aliens' series and 'Wigglesbottom Primary' series. Her stories often incorporate elements of comedy and adventure, making them favorites among children.
Rhian Tracey
Rhian Tracey is an author specializing in children's literature, particularly in the mystery and adventure genres. Her book 'Wink, Murder' showcases her talent for weaving suspenseful narratives that captivate young audiences. Rhian's writing often explores themes of bravery and intrigue, appealing to readers who enjoy thrilling stories.
Benjamin Dean
Benjamin Dean is an award-winning author known for his engaging children's literature. His notable works include 'This Story Is A Lie', which explores themes of ambition and danger through the story of Harley, a boy who faces unexpected challenges in a prestigious program. Dean's writing is celebrated for its ability to resonate with young readers, combining thrilling narratives with relatable characters.
Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Kiran Millwood Hargrave is a renowned author and poet, recognized for her contributions to children's literature. She is best known for her Geomancer series, which includes 'The Storm and the Sea Hawk'. Hargrave's work often weaves elements of magic, mystery, and adventure, captivating young audiences and encouraging a love for reading. Her storytelling is marked by rich imagery and strong character development.

Topics Discussed

time travel The Kid Who Fell Through Time The Watcher Clem Fatale Has Been Betrayed How To Roller-Skate with One Leg friendship mystery family secrets Mizzy's Mysteries After I Don't Do Mountains mysteries Scottish Highlands technological collapse Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls MC Grammar The Adventures of Rap Kid Brogan Murphy Wildlands Hugh Raine Betty and Yeti Dragon Riders of Raw Diary of a Future Billionaire Wink, Murder fantasy adventure espionage children's books World Book Day Benjamin Dean Kiran Millwood Hargrave This Story Is A Lie The Storm and the Sea Hawk Rising Stars program Geomancer series

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Here's the recent few episodes on Fun Kids Book Worms.

0:00 39:14

GREG JAMES & CHRIS SMITH, TAMSIN MORI, EVE WERSOCKI-MORRIS AND ELLA DOVE: The Kid Who Fell Through Time, The Watcher, Clem Fatale Has Been Betrayed & How To Roller-Skate with One Leg

Hosts
Bex
Guests
Greg James Chris Smith Tamsin Mori Eve Wersocki-Morris Ella Dove
Keywords
time travel The Kid Who Fell Through Time The Watcher Clem Fatale Has Been Betrayed How To Roller-Skate with One Leg friendship mystery family secrets

Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms!

First up, get ready for time-travel twists as Radio 1 star, Greg James, and co-author, Chris Smith, join Bex to chat about their new book, The Kid Who Fell Through Time.

Next, Tamsin Mori reveals the magic behind The Watcher, book two in her Gargoyles series.

Eve Wersocki-Morris brings 1950s London to life in Clem Fatale Has Been Betrayed, a mystery packed with jewels and family secrets.

Finally, Ella Dove shares How To Roller-Skate with One Leg—a funny, feel-good story about friendship and living life to the fullest.

That's all on this week's episode of Fun Kids Book Worms!

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0:00 27:05

PÁDRAIG KENNY, BARBARA HENDERSON & CLAIRE HATCHER-SMITH: After, I Don't Do Mountains & Mizzy's Mysteries

Hosts
Bex
Guests
Pádraig Kenny Barbara Henderson Claire Hatcher-Smith
Keywords
Mizzy's Mysteries After I Don't Do Mountains mysteries Scottish Highlands technological collapse

Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms!

First up, it's Claire Hatcher-Smith's Mizzy's Mysteries which follows twelve-year-old Mizzy as she proves to the world she can solve mysteries just like Sherlock Holmes.

Next, it’s Pádraig Kenny's After, where Jen and her father are making their way across a deserted world after a technological collapse brought civilization to an end!

Finally…A reluctant adventurer, a hidden mystery, and wild Scottish Highlands awaits readers in Barbara Henderson's, I Don't Do Mountains. 

That's all on this week's episode of Fun Kids Book Worms!

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0:00 36:30

ELENA FAVILLI, MC GRAMMAR, BROGAN MURPHY & HUGH RAINE: Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, The Adventures of Rap Kid, Wildlands & Betty and Yeti

Hosts
Bex
Guests
Elena Favilli MC Grammar Brogan Murphy Hugh Raine
Keywords
Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls MC Grammar The Adventures of Rap Kid Brogan Murphy Wildlands Hugh Raine Betty and Yeti

Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms!

First up, we have Elena Favilli, co-author of Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls—the
bestselling series celebrating its 10th anniversary, featuring inspiring stories of
extraordinary women from history and today.


Next, it’s MC Grammar and The Adventures of Rap Kid- a fast-paced, rhyme-filled adventure about the power of words and music


Then it's time to adventure through wild untamed lands in Brogan Murphy’s Wildlands where danger is just around the corner.


Lastly, we have Hugh Raine’s Betty and Yeti, where two unlikely roommates—Betty
and Yeti—learn to navigate their living situation, with Yeti trying to master human
behaviour to blend in!

That's all on this week's episode of Fun Kids Book Worms!

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0:00 29:10

JENNY MCLACHLAN, PAMELA BUTCHART & RHIAN TRACEY: Dragon Riders of Raw, Diary of a Future Billionaire & Wink, Murder

Hosts
Bex
Guests
Jenny McLachlan Pamela Butchart Rhian Tracey
Keywords
Dragon Riders of Raw Diary of a Future Billionaire Wink, Murder fantasy adventure mystery espionage children's books

Welcome to the latest episode of Book Worms!

First, we’re soaring into an action-packed fantasy with Jenny McLachlan’s Dragon Riders of Raw—a thrilling adventure filled with fearless heroes, high-stakes danger, and, of course, magnificent dragons!

Next, get ready for some laugh-out-loud fun with Pamela Butchart’s Diary of a Future Billionaire, where one boy’s wild money-making schemes lead to chaos, surprises, and plenty of mischief.

Finally, we’re stepping into the shadowy world of wartime espionage with Rhian Tracey’s Wink, Murder—a gripping mystery full of secrets, spies, and suspense.

That's all on this week's episode of Fun Kids Book Worms!

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0:00 18:20

WORLD BOOK DAY 2025: Benjamin Dean & Kiran Millwood Hargrave

Hosts
Bex
Guests
Benjamin Dean Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Keywords
World Book Day Benjamin Dean Kiran Millwood Hargrave This Story Is A Lie The Storm and the Sea Hawk Rising Stars program Geomancer series

It’s World Book Day 2025, and this week, Bex is joined by two authors whose books are available for just £1 with your World Book Day token.

First up it’s award-winning author Benjamin Dean and his new book This Story Is A
Lie-where Harley’s dream of joining the ‘Rising Stars’ program turns into a nightmare
when he uncovers a chilling threat—someone wants him out.

Next up on this World Book Day special, Kiran Millwood Hargrave takes us on an
unforgettable journey through the magic, mystery, and danger of The Storm and the
Sea Hawk, the latest thrilling addition to her Geomancer series!

That's all on this week's episode of Fun Kids Book Worms!

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Ratings

Global:
4.2 rating 264 reviews

UK

4.3 ratings 203 reviews

USA

3.5 ratings 31 reviews

Ireland

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Australia

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Canada

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New Zealand

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Singapore

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