Celebrating 2025's Top Listens!

Coming in at #16 is the incredible Lorena Carrington and Sophie Masson

On this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey chats with author Sophie and illustrator Lorena about their new picture book, The Giant. They discuss how the story began, their collaborative process, Lorena’s mixed-media illustration techniques, working with publisher Midnight Sun, and experiences from the May Gibbs Creative Fellowship.

They also share practical advice for aspiring creatives — on handling rejection, building relationships with publishers and booksellers, connecting with young readers through school visits, and sustaining creative projects like podcasts and launches.

Sophie Masson, Author – Official site for author Sophie Masson

Lorena Carrington – Illustrator & Author

MidnightSun Publishing # MidnightSun Publishing

QBD Books Affiliate link: You can get your copy here - The Giant by Sophie Masson & Lorena Carrington - 9781922858658

Host: Ky Garvey

Theme Song: Claire Houghton

Logo: Tondo Creative - https://www.tondo.com.au/

Production: Aud Pitch - https://www.virtualcreatrix.com/

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