Nightjar

In her latest work, Carnegie Medal winner Katya Balen explores the fragile relationship between a father and son through a poignant story about an injured nightjar they encounter during a countryside walk. As Noah insists on saving the bird, tensions rise, revealing deeper feelings of anger and abandonment stemming from his father's move to New York and new family. This tale invites listeners to discover whether they can bridge the emotional distance and rebuild their bond amidst the challenges they face.