嘉宾 | Guest：

Joe Todd Stanton

Joe is a highly acclaimed author and illustrator known for his captivating children's books. With a background in illustration and a passion for storytelling, Joe has created a collection of imaginative and visually stunning works that have captured the hearts of young readers and garnered critical acclaim. His books often feature adventurous protagonists, vibrant illustrations, and thought-provoking themes of curiosity, environmentalism, and acceptance. Joe Todd Stanton has been recognized with awards such as the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, and his book The Comet has won YOTO Carnegie Shadowers’ Choice Medal for Illustration in 2023. 

This podcast was recorded in person with Joe on the top floor café at Waterstones bookstore in London. We touched topics like: What was his reading experience like as a child? Why most of the main characters in his books are girls? What is the process behind creating his picture books and their backstories? Why isn't he worried about the challenges posed by AI? etc. Listen on and find out more!

节目中提到的书 | Books Mentioned：

The Comet

A Mouse Called Julian 

The Secret of Black Rock

Arthur and the Golden Rope

A Little Princess

Secret Garden

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