New picture book for Katrina Germein

Congratulations to Katrina Germein on the publication of

Before You Were Born

an early years picture book illustrated by Helene Magisson and published by HarperCollins.

Before you were born
and while you grew,
there was a party
just for you.
Filled with love, hope and happiness, this heartwarming picture book captures the excitement and anticipation of the arrival of a new baby. This book celebrates the universal joy of new babies everywhere in all kinds of families.

A Saturday celebration at Shakespeare's Bookshop in Adelaide:
Drop-in & meet the author, hear the story and have your book signed.
11 am to 2:30 pm, May 8th.
Find out more here.

New picture book for Brenda Gurr and Helene Magisson

Congrats toSCBWI members Brenda Gurr and Helene Magissonon the publication of

Miss Eliza Flowerdew Can Nearly Touch The Ceiling

Published by Red Paper Kite, in hardback

For ages 5 - 8.

Lucy’s mum is taller than her. Her grandad is even taller. So Lucy longs to take a peek at the very elderly Miss Eliza Flowerdew - maybe she might nearly be able to touch the ceiling …

An age old preoccupation - congrats again Helene and Brenda!

New picture book for Helene Magisson

Congrats to Helene Magisson on her marvellous illustrations for

The Whirlpool

written by Emily Larkin

Published by Wombat Books in hardback.

The Whirlpool is a beautiful story about feeling sad and happy, lonely and loved, small and big. This gentle, emotive tale will help children navigate the ups and downs of life.

Love that bear - congrats again Helene!