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Mark Carthew's new picture book

April 25, 2018

Congrats to Mark Carthew on the publication of

Marvin and Marigold:  A Christmas Surprise

illustrated by Simon Prescott

published by New Frontier Publishing, in hardback

for ages 3 - 8.

In this second picture book in the Marvin and Marigold series Mark Carthew's evocative verse expresses the spirit of the festive season and the power of family memories, while Simon Prescott's illustrations bring to life the magic of Christmas.

Bet it did well at Christmas - congrats again Mark!

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Innovative new picture book for Tania McCartney and Jess Racklyeft

April 19, 2018

Congrats to Tania McCartney (author) and Jess Racklyeft (illustrator) on the publication of 

See Hear

Published by EK Books in hardback

For ages 0 - 5.

In this innovative flip-format book, Piglet, Bunny and Cat return in a charming sensory adventure that encourages kids to explore the multitude of ways they can engage in the world around them, particularly via the senses of sight and sound.

Tania and Jess are proud to launch this sequel to Smile Cry, the winner of the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award for Australia/New Zealand.

Sounds like another winner - congrats again Jess and Tania! 

 

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Ruth Waters' new picture book

April 19, 2018

Congrats to Ruth Waters on being both the author and illustrator of

Not So Scary Bear

Published by Windy Hollow Books, in hardback

For ages 2 years and up.

Every day Scary Bear roams the forest looking for animals to scare. Every night he roars so loudly even the leaves on the trees shake. But looks can be deceiving. A tale of deception, friendship and being yourself.

Ruth's wonderful illustrations are handmade, using collage, acrylic, glue, and mess!

To brilliant effect! Congrats again Ruth!

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