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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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Dale Baker's new junior novel

July 17, 2020

Congrats to Dale Baker on her fab text and illustrations for

The World’s #1 Talking Bum

Published by Clever Kids Books, in paperback, on June 3rd

For ages 7 - 11.

Big Things happened in 1984. The first Apple personal computer was released, Los Angeles held the Olympics, and my bum started talking. The news didn’t report on it as I didn’t let anyone know … Until NOW.

The perfect graphic novel/chapter book for reluctant young readers. Funny and clever. It’s a cracker! Take a look at this short preview animation.

Sounds and looks like a winner - congrats again Dale!

In New Books Tags Dale Baker
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