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Actor/Producer/Comedian B.J. Novak wrote "The Book With No Pictures." What could be better for our podcast? The hosts break down its true purpose and evaluate Novak's brilliant execution. Spoiler Alert: It's pretty great!

Co-hosts Tyler Josefsen (@TylerJosefsen18) and Ryan Reynolds (@Ryan_Reynolds9) indulge themselves in the highly-anticipated children's book for adults "Go The Fuck to Sleep" with Kid-Lit After Dark cover girl (and special guest) Jordan Likens! The trio breaks down the poetic writing, great illustrations, and brilliant social commentary provided by Adam Mansbach.

Tyler Josefsen (@TylerJosefsen18) and Ryan Reynolds (@Ryan_Reynolds9) break down "Do You Want to Play with My Balls?" The co-hosts, alongside special guest Sharon Raissi, read the story with commentary and provide analysis on the popular 'children's book for adults'. Tune into this hilarious episode with a SPECIAL sound byte from the author!

Ryan Reynolds (@Ryan_Reynolds9) and Tyler Josefsen (@TylerJosefsen18) break down Laura Numeroff's 2016 best-seller "If You Give A Mouse A Brownie" and compare it to both Numeroff's 1985 version "If You Give A Mouse A Cookie" and Ann Droyd's 2014 parody version "If You Give A Mouse An iPhone." The two hosts compare the social commentary across all three books and perform the readings in dramatic fashion. What is the real target audience for children's books? What lessons are these books trying to teach kids? Listen to find out!

Tyler Josefsen and Ryan Reynolds introduce themselves and what this podcast will be all about. They run through their backgrounds as journalists and tell listeners a few ideas about the children's books they will look at for future episodes. Find out how to get in touch with the hosts to submit your own ideas.