Tortall Tea
Tortall Tea
Podcast Description
Emily, a YA publishing professional and Caroline, a Tortall expert read through Tamora Pierce's classic fantasy novels chapter-by-chapter.
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Focuses on in-depth chapter discussions, publishing history, cover art evolution, and relevant social themes such as girls' education, with episodes exploring the first chapter of Alanna: The First Adventure and the significance of organizations like the Malala Fund.
Emily, a YA publishing professional and Caroline, a Tortall expert read through Tamora Pierce’s classic fantasy novels chapter-by-chapter.
Like Alanna, we are not quitters and we are BACK for episode 2! Caroline and Emily recap the chapter and discuss loneliness, friendship, and all the new characters introduced in the second chapter, including the bully Ralon, Prince Jon, Gary, Coram, Myles, and everyone’s favorite King of Thieves, George Cooper (😍).
This week’s tea: tips for how to keep kids reading after the age of 9. Plus, Emily and Caroline’s personal reading habits and styles.
Book recs:
Caroline: When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead
Emily: The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner
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