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New picture book for Corinne Fenton

February 24, 2019

Congrats to Corinne Fenton on the publication of

A Cat Called Trim

Illustrated by Craig Smith

Published by Allen and Unwin, in hardback

For ages 4+.

This is the true story of a courageous, mischievous and fearless cat called Trim, who sailed with Matthew Flinders on his voyages to map the coastline of Australia and beyond.

Purrrfect - definitely a winner. Congrats again Corinne!

In New Books Tags Corinne Fenton
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New picture book for Anil Tortup

February 17, 2019

Congrats to Anil Tortop on her wonderful illustrations for

Bat VS Poss

Written by Alexa Moses

Published by Hachette, in hardback.

Meek the possum and her sisters three are happy living in the sprawling paperbark tree - until the day Squabbles the bat moves in. A story about sharing and making friends.

Looks enchanting - congrats again Anil!

In New Books Tags Anil Tortop
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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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