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New junior novel for Deb Abela

July 29, 2016

Congrats to our hardworking ARA Deborah Abela for the publication of

The Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee

Published by Random House Australia, in paperback

For ages 8 - 12

India Wimple can spell brilliantly. When her family suggest she enter the next Bee, India says she's not good enough. But they won't hear of it and encourage her to sign up.

A heart warming story about a girl who's too afraid to follow her dreams, and the family who help make them happen.

Great idea - sure it'll be yet another big hit for Deb!

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