Whose Stories?
By Seven Stories
Whose Stories? is a podcast about children’s books, diversity, and the role of archives, brought to you by Newcastle University and Seven Stories: The National Centre for Children’s Books. In the first season of our podcast, we’re exploring the story of children’s books and Black Britain. You’ll hear from authors, illustrators, and changemakers in the world of children’s literature, including the multi-award-winning writers John Agard, Valerie Bloom, and Beverley Naidoo. You’ll be introduced to Seven Stories’ unique collection of archival material and learn about why building a truly representative national archive of children’s books is so critical, and we’ll draw on the expertise of researchers at Newcastle University to put a spotlight on issues of diversity and representation in children’s literature and its history within these contexts. Ultimately, we’ll show you what we can gain from making children’s books more inclusive – and what’s lost when the UK’s children don’t find themselves reflected in the words (and worlds) they find on the page. Subscribe and stay tuned.
Latest episode
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S1 Ep. 3: "If we could change where we are, how would we change it and what would we do?"
In the past two episodes of Whose Stories?, we’ve explored the history of Black British children's literature, spoken to authors about their writing experiences, and dug deep into the Seven Stories archive. But in this episode, we’re... -
Sneak Peek: Episode 3
In this sneak peek of Episode 3, Dr. Lucy Pearson (Newcastle University) talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the Carneige Medal, one of the most prestigious prizes for children's literature, which has only twice been awarded to book athored b… -
S1 Ep. 2: "We write what we know, we write what's important to us."
In the second episode of Whose Stories?, we’re digging deep into the history of Black British children’s literature and the careers of some of the leading authors and illustrators whose work is being saved for future generations at Seven Stories.... -
Sneak Peek: Episode 2
In this sneak peek of the second episode of Whose Stories?, we hear author and illustrator Errol Lloyd talk about prejudice, culture shock, and the ways in which children's literature can offer new ways into understanding these issues. -
S1 Ep. 1: "I wasn't in books, so why should I read them?"
With the help of storytellers, publishers, the Seven Stories archives, and experts from Newcastle university, the first episode of Whose Stories? explores why it’s so important for children to read diverse books and why we need more Black Brits... -
Trailer
Introducing Whose Stories?, a podcast about children’s books, diversity, and the role of archives, brought to you by Newcastle University and Seven Stories: The National Centre for Children’s Books. In the first season of our podcast, we’re... -
Teaser
In this sneak preview of Whose Stories?, writer and teacher Darren Chetty reflects on a classroom experience that highlights how vital it is that Black children see themselves represented in the books they read. Whose Stories? is a podcast about...
