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Amelia McInerney's new picture book

February 17, 2019

Congrats to Amelia McInerney on the publication of

The Book Chook

Illustrated by Connah Brecon

Published by Omnibus Books (Scholastic Australia) in hardback

For ages 3 - 7

A funny, rhyming story about a panicky chicken who freaks out when he realises that he’s not a REAL chook, but just a drawing of one in the book. Luckily, his deadpan sidekick Janine helps guide him towards self-acceptance.

What a fab idea - congrats again Amelia!

In New Books Tags Amelia McInerney
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New junior novel for Adam Wallace

February 13, 2019

Congrats to Adam Wallace on the publication of

Cowboy and Birdbrain

Illustrated by James Hart

Published by Scholastic Australia, in paperback

For ages 7+

Cowboy and Birdbrain are best friends who work for the IFFY delivery company. They must deliver a P.O.O.P. (Parcel or Other Package) to a ship in the middle of the ocean … without getting it wet!

Wonderfully wacky - congrats again Adam!

In New Books Tags Adam Wallace
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Harry Laing's new poetry picture book

February 13, 2019

Congrats to Harry Laing on the publication of his new picture book of poems

MoonFish

Published by Ford Street, in paperback

For ages 6+.

MoonFish is Harry’s sparky new collection of poems featuring eye-catching art by some of Australia’s best known illustrators, including Shaun Tan, Leigh Hobbs, Judy Watson and more. Children will love the humour and will want to read the poems aloud.

Teachers will find it an excellent classroom resource - perfect for inspiring and stimulating students in their own creative writing. MoonFish will also lure reluctant readers.

Sounds wonderful - congrats again Harry!

In New Books Tags Harry Laing
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