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New Christmas picture book for Tania McCartney and Jess Racklyef

September 27, 2017

Congrats to the talented Jess Racklyeft (illustrator) and Tania McCartney (author) on the publication of

Merry Everything!

Published by Windy Hollow Books, in hardback

For ages 3 - 7

It's Christmas Eve and the world is buzzing with busy. There's shimmer to drape and scrumptious treats to prepare. From deer baking gingerbread to elephants gobbling candy canes, join these adorable creatures as they celebrate the togetherness that's Christmas.

The latest book by this award-winning duo, winners of the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award for Australia/NZ 2017, for Smile Cry.

Sure to be a winner - congrats again Tania and Jess!

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