Congratulations to author and illustrator Maggie Dowling on the publication of
a self-published paperback picture book for 2 to 8 year olds
26 January 2024
Fred is a loving dog who farts...a lot.
When his loving owner Gertie moves to a retirement home he needs to find a family to love him, farts and all. A heartwarming story about being accepted for who you are.
Book Launch - watch website or Instagram for details
Smells like many laughs are in store!
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Congratulations to author Deborah Abela on the upcoming publication of
a middle grade paperback for ages 8-12 published by Penguin Random House
May 2024
Four kids are given a project to make a kinder world, but they can't stand each other. Until they discover they have lots in common and rally together when one of them needs help, to create a magnificent kindness project.
Told in verse, The Kindness Project is a heartfelt look at four kids who navigate the sometimes tricky world of being a kid, and the power of friendship and family to help us and remind us we're not alone.
Book launches
15 May, 5pm: The Book Cow 47 Jardine St, Kingston ACT with Deb and Tristan Bancks
22 May 6:30pm: Where The Wild Things Are 191 Boundary Street, West End with Zanni Louise
23 May 4pm: Quick Brown Fox Bookshop 5/33 Carberry St Grange, Brisbane
Fingers crossed you can make it along to one of these book launches, this is a special story!
