Shannon Hale
Author of more than 50 books for children and young adults, known for the Princess Academy series and graphic novel memoirs; frequent school-visit speaker about reading, empathy, and storytelling.
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Dec 23, 2025 • 40min
ReThinking: Raising a new generation of readers with Shannon Hale
Shannon Hale, a prolific author of over 50 books, shares her journey from childhood storytelling to becoming a prominent voice in children's literature. She discusses the importance of empathy in storytelling and critiques the decline of leisure reading among kids. Hale emphasizes the need to validate diverse reading formats, like graphic novels and audiobooks. She highlights how books can defy gender stereotypes and even change attitudes, while calling for a more flexible approach to school curricula that fosters genuine interest in reading.
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Dec 23, 2025 • 40min
Raising a new generation of readers with Shannon Hale
Shannon Hale, a prolific author known for her engaging children's literature, joins Adam and his daughter Joanna to discuss the critical role of books in teaching empathy. They explore how stories can challenge gender stereotypes and lament the decline in leisure reading. Shannon emphasizes the need for student choice in curricula to rekindle joy in reading and critiques how books are often banned for fostering empathy. The trio brainstorms ways to cultivate a new generation of readers, highlighting the transformative power of engaging narratives.
