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Lyn Lysaught's new junior novel

September 1, 2018

Congrats to Lyn Lysaught on the publication of

Inspector Maisie, Super Sleuth

Illustrated by Daniela Frongia

Published by Inhouse Publishing, in paperback

For ages 7 - 8. 

Can Inspector Maisie and Harris, her trusted assistant, solve the mysterious 'Case of the Phantom Thief' before anything else is stole?
Are the suspects guilty, or will Inspector Maisie and Harris eventually discover the identity of the real thief?

Sounds exciting - congrats again Lyn!

In New Books Tags Lyn Lysaught
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Liz Anelli launches new picture book

September 1, 2018

Congrats to Liz Anelli on the upcoming launch of

Maddie's First Day

Written by Penny Matthews

Published by Walker Books, in hardback

For ages 4 - 8.

It's Maddie's first day of school and she has everything ready - her uniform, shoes, socks and hat. But there is one special thing she can't leave behind - her blanky! A perfect preparation for 'big' school.

Liz gathered research drawings at two different kindy classes - one in Newcastle, NSW and one in England. They have now become on-line 'Kindy-Partners'.

Details of the upcoming launch:

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Great idea re partnerships! Congrats again clever Liz!

In New Books Tags Liz Anelli
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New picture book for Julie Murphy

August 24, 2018

Congrats to Julie Murphy on the publication of

I've Got Eyes! Exceptional Eyes of the Animal World

Illustrated by Hannah Tolson

Published by Amicus Ink, in hardback

For ages 3 - 8.

In fun, lively language, animals from around the world describe their eyes and how they're adapted for different habitats. A non-fiction book with STEM connections.

What a great idea - congrats again Julie!

In New Books Tags Julie Murphy
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