The Fourth Bookmark

Krish
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Krish is an 12 year old book enthusiast, podcast host and literacy advocate. He created The Fourth Bookmark, formerly known as the Kids Book Review Podcast, when he was eight to share his love of books and encourage more children to discover the joy of reading. Each episode combines Krish’s honest book reviews with conversations featuring authors alongside a diverse mix of guests from across the reading world. Through The Fourth Bookmark, Krish’s passion for books and children’s reading has been recognised by leading podcast awards. https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/

  1. Sep 27

    The Boy in The Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne

    In this episode of The Fourth Bookmark, Krish returns after his summer break and shares stories from his time in India, including his first experience working at Kadhaigal bookshop in Bengaluru, India. Krish reviews The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas by John Boyne and reflects on its powerful themes of friendship, prejudice, hatred and humanity. He discusses why the book is not an easy read and why he believes it should be read with an adult. Krish also celebrates an exciting year for The Fourth Bookmark, which was longlisted for the British Podcast Awards 2026 in the Kids category and shortlisted as a finalist in the Books category at the Independent Podcast Awards UK 2026. Listeners will hear two fascinating author interviews. Author Kenneth B. Andersen talks about The Devil’s Apprentice, creating a very different version of hell and exploring ideas about good and evil. Author SF Said discusses becoming a writer, the Seven Skills in the Varjak Paw books, ancient Mesopotamia and the themes of Tyger. Krish also talks about some of his favourite books by British Author Ross Montgomery and shares several other books he has recently enjoyed and would recommend. With Krish starting secondary school, The Fourth Bookmark will now be released monthly. Follow Kenneth B. Andersen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenneth_b_andersen/ Follow SF Said on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatsfsaid/ Follow Ross Montgomery on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mossmontmomery/ Follow The Fourth Bookmark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow Krish on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster/ Support The Fourth Bookmark on Patreon: https://patreon.com/TheFourthBookmark

  2. Jun 15

    Eragon by Christopher Paolini

    This is Krish's final episode before his summer break. In this episode, Krish reviews Eragon by Christopher Paolini, the first book in the bestselling Inheritance Cycle series. The story follows a farm boy named Eragon whose life changes forever when he discovers a mysterious blue stone while hunting in the mountains. What begins as a seemingly lucky find soon draws him into a world of dragons, magic, ancient secrets and dangerous enemies as he embarks on an epic journey across the kingdom of Alagaesia. Along the way, Eragon encounters memorable characters including the wise and mysterious Brom, the fascinating Murtagh and Saphira, one of the most iconic dragons in children's fantasy literature. Krish shares why he loved the classic fantasy feel of the story, his favourite spoiler free moments and the surprising fact about Christopher Paolini that made the book even more inspiring. As part of the show, Krish reflects on an unforgettable weekend at the St Austell Festival of Children's Literature in Cornwall, where he travelled all the way from Paris to interview authors live on stage in front of a festival audience. Krish talks about meeting authors and illustrators including Jamie Littler, Laura Ellen Anderson, J.J.Arcanjo, Helen Peters, Julie Sykes, Yuval Zommer, Maudie Smith and Guy Bass, and shares what it was like to be part of one of the UK's most exciting celebrations of children's books and reading. Listeners will also hear a live interview recorded at the festival with bestselling Crookhaven author J. J. Arcanjo. And finally, Krish reveals how a quick stop at a bookshop in UK on the journey back to Paris somehow resulted in almost twenty five new books being added to his summer reading pile! Follow J. J. ArcanjoWebsite: https://www.jjarcanjo.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arcanjoe Follow the St Austell Festival of Children's LiteratureWebsite: https://staustellfestivalofchildrensliterature.com/ Follow The Fourth BookmarkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow KrishInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster/ Support The Fourth Bookmark on Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheFourthBookmark

  3. Jun 1

    Inkheart by Cornelia Funke

    In this episode, Krish reviews Inkheart by Cornelia Funke, the first book in the bestselling fantasy trilogy that celebrates the magic of stories and the power of imagination. When 12 year old Meggie discovers that her father can bring characters out of books simply by reading aloud, she is drawn into a dangerous adventure where the line between fiction and reality begins to disappear. The story follows Meggie and her father Mo as they try to stop the ruthless Capricorn, a villain who escaped from the pages of Inkheart years earlier. Along the way they encounter the unforgettable Dustfinger, a mysterious fire eater who is desperate to return to the world he came from, and uncover secrets that could change everything Meggie thought she knew about stories, family and herself. Krish shares why Inkheart felt like a book written especially for people who love reading, what made Dustfinger his favourite character and the surprising moment in the story that became his favourite scene. He also explains why he cannot wait to continue with the rest of the trilogy. Krish is also joined by Steve Bicknell, Managing Director of Maverick Children's Books, for a fascinating behind the scenes look at children's publishing. Together they discuss how publishers choose stories, what happens after an author submits a manuscript, the importance of reading for pleasure and why books still matter in a world full of screens and distractions. They also explore the challenges facing young readers today and the role publishers can play in helping children discover a lifelong love of books. Follow Cornelia Funke Website: https://corneliafunke.com/ Follow Maverick Children's Books Website: https://www.maverickbooks.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maverick_books/ Follow Armchair Adventures Website: https://www.madebymortals.org/armchair-adventures/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/armchairadventuresuk/ Follow The Fourth Bookmark Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow Krish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster/ Support The Fourth Bookmark on Patreon https://patreon.com/TheFourthBookmark

  4. May 18

    Holes by Louis Sachar

    In this episode, Krish reviews Holes by Louis Sachar, a Newbery Medal and National Book Award winning mystery adventure. The story follows Stanley Yelnats, a boy who is wrongly accused of stealing a pair of trainers and sent to Camp Green Lake, a juvenile detention camp in the scorching Texas desert. At the camp, the boys are forced to dig holes every day, supposedly to build character. But Stanley soon begins to realise that the Warden may be searching for something much more mysterious. Krish shares why this book felt so different from anything he has read recently, how Louis Sachar cleverly connects three storylines across different time periods and why Stanley and Zero’s friendship made such a strong impression on him. Krish is also joined by the brilliant illustrator Jim Field, known for books including Oi Frog!, The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could. They chat about creating characters, drawing for picture books, making mistakes, inspiring children to read and what life is really like as an illustrator. There is also a fun Lightning Sketch Round, a shout out to Armchair Adventures and plenty of encouragement for listeners to start drawing and telling their own stories. Follow Louis SacharWebsite:http://www.louissachar.com/ Follow Jim FieldWebsite: https://www.jimfield.me/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/_jimfield/ Follow Armchair AdventuresWebsite:https://www.madebymortals.org/armchair-adventures/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/armchairadventuresuk/ Follow The Fourth BookmarkInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow KrishInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster/

  5. May 4

    The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera

    In this episode, Krish reviews The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera, a Newbery Medal-winning and New York Times bestselling sci-fi adventure. The story follows Petra, a 12-year-old girl who boards a spaceship bound for a distant planet called Sagan, one of the last survivors of a dying Earth. But when she wakes mid journey to discover that a group called The Collective has taken control and is quietly erasing what makes people human. Petra realises that the stories she carries inside her might be the most powerful thing left worth fighting for. Krish shares what made this book genuinely different from other sci-fi he has read, why Petra's journey felt so personal to him and the moment that truly stayed with him. Krish is also joined by James from the Rebel Reading Society, a UK organisation on a mission to get kids off screens and into books, for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about reading for pleasure, what actually works in getting boys to pick up a book and what they have planned for the UK National Year of Reading. Follow Donna Barba Higuera Website: https://www.dbhiguera.com/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/donnabarbahiguera/ Follow Rebel Reading Society UK Website:https://www.rebelreadingsociety.co.uk/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_rebel_reading_society/ Follow Armchair Adventures Website:https://www.madebymortals.org/armchair-adventures/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/armchairadventuresuk/ Follow The Fourth Bookmark Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow Krish Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster

  6. Apr 19

    Number the Stars by Lois Lowry

    In this episode, Krish talks about Number the Stars by Lois Lowry, a powerful and emotional story set during the Second World War. This book follows Annemarie Johansen, a young girl living in Nazi-occupied Denmark, who finds herself caught in a world of fear, bravery and difficult choices as her family helps their Jewish friends escape to safety. Krish shares the moments that stayed with him most, from Annemarie’s terrifying journey through the forest to the tension of soldiers questioning her family and connects the story to real history, including Anne Frank and his recent visit to Amsterdam. Krish reflects on what it means to do the right thing, even when it’s difficult.

  7. Apr 6

    Peregrine Quinn and The Cosmic Realm by Ash Bond

    In this episode, Krish dives into Peregrine Quinn and the Cosmic Realm by Ash Bond, an unforgettable fantasy adventure that blends Greek mythology with nature based magic and a hidden world beneath our own. The story follows Peregrine Quinn, an ordinary girl who discovers a secret realm accessed through living plant portals. As she is drawn deeper into the Cosmic Realm, strange and dangerous events begin to unfold. Krish shares why this book stood out to him as truly memorable, exploring its unique magical concepts, imaginative world building and the sense of wonder that runs throughout the story. Krish is also joined by author Ash Bond for an exciting and insightful conversation about the story and the creative journey behind it. Follow Ash Bond Website: https://www.ashbondwriter.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashbwrites/ Follow The Fourth Bookmark Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow Krish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster/

  8. Mar 23

    The First State of Being by Erin Entrada Kelly

    In this special Podcasthon episode, Krish dives into The First State of Being by Erin Entrada Kelly, a gripping time travelling adventure set against the backdrop of Y2K panic in 1999. Krish dedicates this episode to Read for Good, a UK charity that has been helping children fall in love with reading since 1984. He also shares his own journey of running a book donation drive and why he chose Read for Good to support their charity’s work, this year. Krish is then joined by Simon Pollard and Heather Wright, Festival Directors of the St Austell Children’s Literature Festival. In a heartwarming conversation, they chat about: Making book festivals accessible to all through £1 ticketsThe magic of meeting authors and illustratorsBehind the scenes moments including a runaway projector screenWhy children’s books are for everyone and how they build communityEncouraging children to find the right book and fall in love with reading A perfect episode for young readers, families and anyone who loves stories. Follow Erin Entrada Kelly Website: https://www.erinentradakelly.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinentrada/ Follow Podcasthon Website: https://podcasthon.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcasthon_en/ Follow Read for Good: Website: https://readforgood.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readforgood/ Follow St. Austell Festival of Children Literature Website: https://staustellfestivalofchildrensliterature.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/st.alitfest/ Follow The Fourth Bookmark Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/ Follow Krish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishthepodcaster/

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Krish is an 12 year old book enthusiast, podcast host and literacy advocate. He created The Fourth Bookmark, formerly known as the Kids Book Review Podcast, when he was eight to share his love of books and encourage more children to discover the joy of reading. Each episode combines Krish’s honest book reviews with conversations featuring authors alongside a diverse mix of guests from across the reading world. Through The Fourth Bookmark, Krish’s passion for books and children’s reading has been recognised by leading podcast awards. https://www.instagram.com/thefourthbookmark/

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  • Creator
    Krish
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Krish
  • Show Website
    The Fourth Bookmark

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