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New book for Jodie McLeod

November 16, 2020

Congratulations to Jodie McLeod on the upcoming publication of

Lilah the Lyrebird

This fiction picture book for 2 - 8 is illustrated by Eloise Short and published by Jodie McLeod.

Lilah the lyrebird can’t sing... or so she thinks. Can Leonard help her find her voice? Or will the bushfire break her silence? Join this courageous bird in her quest to save her home and discover the truth within herself. From the award-winning author and illustrator of 'Leonard the Lyrebird' comes this heart-warming story about friendship, courage and self-belief, set in Australia's Blue Mountains.

Launch details: reading, art, activities, fun!
When: Saturday 5 December 2020
Time: 10.30am-11.30am
Where: Katoomba Leura Community Hall, 81-83 Katoomba Street, Katoomba
Streamed live on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3mL3vsN

A live launch - should be fun!

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