Funny stories for kids about literacy and friendship
What is “A, Z, And Everyone In Between”?
Stories about Humor & Literacy & Friendship
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Meet the Creators
Creator, writer, actor, producer, editor
Beth Bacon is an author for young readers. Her books and podcasts empower today’s kids to learn about themselves and the world through reading. Beth grew up in New England and has lived in six different states, and three different countries. She has an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from VCFA, an MA in Communication from NYU, and a BA in Literature from Harvard University. Her adventurous spirit fuels her mission to make reading fun and accessible for every child. Find out more at www.BethBaconAuthor.com.
Creator, writer, actor
Karen Kane grew up in Rochester, NY and became a sign language interpreter before becoming a writer. A graduate of Vermont College of Fine Arts, Karen is the author of the Edgar Award-nominated book Charlie & Frog and its sequel The Boney Hand; Alphabuddies: G Is First! with Beth Bacon, and Monster Hands with Jonaz McMillan. She now lives in Washington, DC with her family, and loves books and chocolate in equal amounts. Okay, maybe she loves books just a tiny bit more—because she could never live without books!
Creators of this Podcast
Beth Bacon and Karen Kane met at Vermont College of Fine Arts where they received a MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults. They have collaborated on several books for young readers, including Alphabuddies: G Is First, published by HarperCollins.
Alphabuddies: G Is First inspired this podcast.
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Meet the Talent
Parry Alexandra
Voice Talent
Letter b is voiced by Parry Alexandra.
Dom Antonietti
Voice Talent
Dom Antonietti is an LA-based writer and performer, originally from Chicago. On the standup side, he performs at venues across LA and the country, including the Elysian Theater, the Hollywood Improv, Dynasty Typewriter, Zanies Chicago, and more. He has contributed his writing to publications such as Barstool Sports and the Black Sheep, and he is currently training in the Groundlings’ Improv Core Track. He performs live sketch comedy in LA with his team The Stupid F**king Has Beens and digitally across all platforms. Dom is the voice of Letter i and the @ sign.
Dan Bacon
Voice Talent
Married to Beth, so obviously good looking, fairly smart (not as smart as Beth though) and pretty funny (of course, Henry, my son, is way more funny). Retired submarine officer and then went on to make ice cream and even built two ice cream factories. Now I volunteer a lot, mainly leading people helping those effected by disasters. Oh, I like to cook and make an incredible eggplant Parmesan. Dan is the voice of Letter e.
Henry Bacon
Voice Talent
Letter t and “Squiggle” are voiced by Henry Bacon.
Tess Cameron
Voice Talent
Letter h and Letter j are voiced by Tess Cameron.
Terri Dix
Voice Talent
Letter k is voiced by Terry Dix.
P. Doughman
Theme Music Composer
P. Doughman enjoys composing music and playing the ukulele. She completed a certificate program at Berklee Online, which she highly recommends!
Tom Gaither-Ganim
Voice Talent
Letter g and Letter x are voiced by Tom Gaither-Ganim.
Patrick Hulse
Voice Talent
Letter u is voiced by Patrick Hulse.
Shane Hulse
Voice Talent
Letter c is voiced by Shane Hulse.
Matthew Keith
Voice Talent
Matthew Keith is a TV comedy writer, actor, and musician living in Los Angeles. Matthew is the voice of Letter l.
Isa
Voice Talent
Isa is a biology student at Penn State getting ready to graduate and hopefully jump into a PhD in neuroscience this fall. I’m pretty much always outside when I’m not studying—rock climbing is my go‑to, whether it’s bouldering with friends or chasing a new rope route. I also love to go camping, especially on the kind of trips where you lose cell service and just hang out by a fire. I’m excited to wrap up undergrad and see where science (and the next climbing trip) takes me. Isa is the voice of Letter f.
Tony Parise
Voice Talent
Tony is an independent writer, director, and choreographer. He works extensively with children, and loves to see their wonder and curiosity blossom. Tony is the voice of Letter y.
Courtney Tuckman
Voice Talent
Letter S is voiced by Courtney Tuckman.
Letter q
Voice Talent
Who is Letter q? The voice of Letter q wanted to stay anonymous.
Madame Exclamation Point
Voice Talent
Mysterious! The voice of Madam Exclamations Point wanted to stay anonymous.
New Episodes
New Episodes Coming Soon
New Books Coming Soon
New Lesson Plans Coming Soon
Contact
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The podcast “A, Z And Everyone In Between” is not just about letters; it’s about creating a love for reading that lasts a lifetime. With every episode, children will encounter silly scenarios and imaginative tales that illustrate the magic of reading.
This approach helps to demystify the learning process, making it accessible and enjoyable for young minds. By listening together, parents and teachers can encourage youngsters to ask questions, turning each episode into a shared adventure in literacy.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey of discovery and learning!
The team that makes “A, Z and Everyone in Between,” believes that every child deserves the opportunity to become a confident reader. Our mission is to provide engaging content that entertains and educates.
We aim to support parents and educators in their efforts to nurture young readers by offering a resource that is both fun and informative.
With a focus on creativity and exploration, our podcast is the perfect companion for families looking to enhance their children’s literacy skills. Tune in and let the adventure begin!