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Heather Haylock's new picture book

June 4, 2018

Congrats to Heather Haylock on the publication of

Granny McFlitter the Champion Knitter

Illustrated by Lael Chisholm

Published by Penguin Random House New Zealand, in paperback

For ages 2+.

Granny McFlitter's family have had enough of her knitting. No more knitted knickers or lumpy wool slippers!
But when a ship runs aground, causing an oil spill, Granny's knitting saves the day - and the penguins.

Based on true events, this story was used for the Storylines Gavin Bishop award for new illustrators. Lael Chisholm won the Award and, as part of the prize, illustrated the book.

Adore the title - congrats again Heather, and Lael!   

In New Books Tags Heather Haylock
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