What does the cryptic crossword clue "Youngster wanting good story book tucked into treat and drink (11)" mean?

The definition is "Youngster wanting good story". The wordplay uses charade, container. B (synonym of "book") + CURE (synonym of "treat") + PORTER (abbreviation of "drink") [container: "tucked"]; definition: "Youngster wanting good story" The answer is CUBREPORTER.

Youngster wanting good story book tucked into treat and drink (11)

Independent Cryptic #11809 | 8 Across | 2024-08-15 flower

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