Calling All Withywindlers! (Contest)
It's that time again!
A fun audio contest for kids who love books. (And snacks. And groan-worthy jokes.)
If you listen to Withywindle, you already know we love great stories, big questions, and having a ridiculously good time talking about books. This upcoming season, we once again want YOU to be part of the show!
We’re running a Withywindle Audio Contest, and it’s all about sharing your voice, your questions, and your favorite books.
How to Enter
All you need to do is record yourself and send us an audio clip.
You can enter in one or both of these ways:
Option 1: Ask Us a Question
Record yourself asking us a question!
It can be:
A question about books or reading
A question about writing stories
Or a totally random, fun question about anything
If it makes us think or laugh, it’s perfect.
Question examples: “Is there a new author you’ve discovered recently?” “What book do you think needs more attention?” “What’s your favorite word?” “What’s Garglehauser’s favorite book?”
Your book question should follow along these lines:
Hi! My name is _____ from ______ and here is my question . . .
Option 2: Recommend a Book
Record an audio recommending a kids or middle-grade book you love. Be sure to tell us:
The Title of the Book
Something you liked about it
What other books does it remind you of?
Think of it like telling a friend why they have to read this book.
Your book recommendation should follow along these lines:
Hi! My name is _____ from ______
The book I would like to recommend is _____ by _____.
You can also read a short paragraph that stuck out to you if you want. We’re thinking in total, this is about 1-2 minutes of audio. Simple.
Some Audio Instructions:
• A simple way to do this on your phone (or a parent’s phone): Open up the “Voice Memos” app (“Voice Recorder” on Android.) Create a new recording. Then click the three little dots on the finished recording. Hit “share”. From there, you can email the file to podcasts@goldberrybooks.com
• Please speak clearly and record somewhere quiet, like a closet.
Where to Send It
Email your audio recording to: podcasts@goldberrybooks.com
Audio can be short and simple—no fancy equipment needed!
Prizes!
Everyone who sends in an audio will be entered to win one of these awesome prizes:
20 winners will receive a brand new Withywindle sticker
2 winners will get to suggest snacks we’ll try during our Snack Time segment, along with a new sticker.
1 grand prize winner will receive a custom video message from the hosts, David and Graeme, along with a new sticker
Yes, an actual video made just for you!
Bonus Entry!
Want an extra chance to win?
Tell a friend to listen to Withywindle
Have them sign up for our Substack
Include your friend’s name in your email when you send your audio
Bonus entry unlocked!
So push that record button and say something brilliant! Or something weird. Or something brilliantly weird. Then send it to us and become part of Withywindle history.
-David and Graeme
What are the dates to enter the contest?