Great Conversations features interviews with authors and writers, exploring books, writing and literary culture from Australia and the world.

Today's episode features Louise Park discussing her new book 7 Steps to Get Your Child Reading

7 Steps to Get Your Child Reading takes on the challenge of helping engage Gen Alpha; the first generation born with devices in their hands with the skills of reading. The book shares insights, research and strategies for helping maximise children’s developing literacy as they grow. With increased screen time a growing challenge and declining literacy levels across the country it’s especially directed at the current generation of children and the unique challenges of developing literacy in a digital world.