Congratulations to author, Neridah McMullin and illustrator, Jess Corkran on the upcoming publication of
Paddle Steamer Pearl
a hardback PB, for readers aged 5+, published by National Library of Australia.
November 1, 2026
All aboard the PS Alpha! Travel by paddle steamer along the Darling River with Pearl Collins, who would go on to become the first female river boat captain in Australia!
Paddle Steamer Pearl is based on the true story of Australia’s first female river boat captain and can be purchased HERE.
