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New PB for Samantha Tidy

January 24, 2023

Congratulations to author Samantha Tidy for the upcoming publication of

Cloudspotting

Illustrated by Susannah Crispe

A hardback Picture Book for 3-8 year olds published by Windy Hollow Books

Publication date 1 March 2023

When the sun rises over the sea, the sky is a canvas of possibilities for a father and daughter. Cloudspotting is a joyful celebration of love, lunch and the imagination.

Both creators are ACT based
The author has 4 children's books coming in 2023 - starting with this one!

Book launches - Melbourne - 11 March, Canberra 18 March and Perth 23 April check here for details.

An exciting year ahead!

In New Books Tags Samantha Tidy
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