In this episode of the Book Fair Podcast, host Anthony interviews writer Chad Quandt, who shares his journey from a hobbyist writer to a professional in the animation industry. They discuss the importance of writing for young audiences, the challenges of navigating standards and practices in children's media, and the need for nuanced storytelling that respects children's intelligence. Chad emphasizes that children deserve better content and that heavy themes can be handled in a way that is accessible to younger viewers. The conversation also touches on the business side of writing and how it can impact creative freedom.

New Releases:

• The Midwatch Institute for Wayward Girls by Judith Rossell

• Someone’s Gonna End Up Crying by Jo Knowles, illus. by Glynnis Fawkes.

• Bashir Boutros and the Jewel of the Nile (Bashir Boutros #1) by George Jreije

• Randy Rainbow and the Marvelously Magical Pink Glasses by Randy Rainbow, illus. by Jaimie MacGibbon.

  
  

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Chad Quant and the Podcast

01:44 Chad's Journey into Writing and Animation

09:40 Writing for Young Audiences: The Four Quadrant Debate

13:46 Children Deserve Better: The Quality of Kids' Content

18:02 Handling Heavy Themes in Children's Literature

24:42 Navigating Standards and Practices in Animation

28:46 The Role of Executive Oversight in Creative Projects

32:23 The Writer's Perspective on Storytelling and Inspiration

34:15 New Releases

40:23 News