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Katrina McKelvey's new picture book

July 21, 2020

Congrats to Katrina McKelvey on the publication this month (August) of

Chasing Rainbows

Illustrated by Cheri Hughes

Published by Big Sky Publishing, in paperback

For ages 3 - 8.

Are rainbows magical? And how do you ‘capture’ a rainbow to find out?
Chasing Rainbows is an entertaining story of chaos, colour and a new discovery that will change the way Sam and Ruby see rainbows forever.

A book launch will be planned for later in the year once restrictions soften and community groups can come together once more to celebrate books.

Bring it on - congrats again Katrina!

In New Books Tags Katrina McKelvey
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New junior novel for Janeen Brian and Danny Snell

July 17, 2020

Congrats to Janeen Brian (author) and Danny Snell (illustrator) on the July 1 publication of

Meet Mia by the Jetty

Published by Penguin Random House, in paperback

For ages 6 - 8.

Mia wants to show Jim where she lives, but doesn’t want her bossy sister, Alice, to take over. So she thinks up a plan.

This book is part of the Aussie Kids series.

Looks and sounds very enticing - congrats again Danny and Janeen!

In New Books Tags Danny Snell, Janeen Brian
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Katrina Germein's new picture book

July 17, 2020

Congrats to Katrina Germein on the August 1 publication of

Shoo You Crocodile!

Illustrated by Tom Jellett

Published by Little Book Press (Raising Literacy Australia), in hardback

For early years and junior primary readers.

Oh no! The museum’s crocodile has escaped and it’s chasing all the children.
Chomp! Chomp! Chomp!
What will make it go away?
Let’s try making LOTS of noise.

A fun, raucous romp for imaginative young readers and small brave adventurers.

Little Book Press is the publishing arm of Raising Literacy Australia (RLA). Books can be purchased here.

Definitely a winning combination - congrats again Katrina!

In New Books Tags Katrina Germein
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