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Dec 22, 2021

Brad and Jenn's Best Book's of 2021!

Big news from the co-hosts of Read This Now!! Ever since we started the show, we’ve been sharing two books we think you might enjoy. We...

Apr 15, 2020

30-Second BookTalk is BACK!

The #30SecondBookTalk is back and better than ever! This year we’re opening things up like never before and everyone is invited to join...

Nov 6, 2019

The Problem with Principals who Used to Read

Sometimes I write to reflect and other times I write to share an idea. Today is different. Today I'm writing to dialogue about something...

May 13, 2019

30 Second BookTalk Championship Round (Video)

Our final round video speaks for itself and we can’t wait to hear what you think. Don’t forget to VOTE and please share your booktalk...

Jul 17, 2018

The Heart and Soul of Reading

Have you ever been around a person who shares their passion for a topic in such an authentic way that you can't help getting excited? My...

May 8, 2018

Introducing the World Booktalk Champion (Results Video)

When Jenn LaGarde and I started the #30SecondBooktalk challenge three years ago, we had one goal: to help get kids excited about books...

Apr 29, 2018

The World Championship of Booktalks (Video)

The wait is over! With over 30,000 votes cast in round one, excitement has been building for this year’s final four #30SecondBooktalk...

Mar 19, 2018

The World Booktalk Championship is Back!

If passion is the spark that ignites creativity, then get your fire extinguishers ready! This year’s podcast is a whole new level of...

Feb 2, 2018

World Booktalk Championship - LIVE Draft

The World Booktalk Championship is back and we've got an incredible line-up of "booktalkers" coming at you! In a tragic turn of events,...

Dec 30, 2017

Bookcast Episode #2

Bookcast is back and kids are buzzing about the books they're reading. Episode #2 featured some incredible students having authentic...

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