New picture book for Kate Simpson and Jess Racklyeft

Congrats to SCBWI members Kate Simpson (author) and Jess Racklyeft (illustrator) on the publication of

Anzac Girl: The War Diaries of Alice Ross-King

Published by Allen and Unwin, in hardback

For ages 6 - 10.

The true story of Sister Alice Ross-King, who sailed to war in December 1914 and became the most decorated woman in Australia. Anzac Girl uses extracts from Alice’s actual diaries to provide a unique perspective on the struggles of war.

A much-needed female addition to the Anzac canon - congrats again Jess and Kate!

New picture book for Kate Simpson

Congrats to Kate Simpson on the upcoming publication of

Finding Granny

Illustrated by Gwynneth Jones

Published by EK Books, in hardback

For ages 4 - 8. 

Edie's Granny is perfect - she's warm, loving and all things fun. But when she has a stroke, suddenly the Granny Edie knows isn't there any more. Or is she? A heart-warming story of love, hope and coping with life's challenges.

Publication date: 1 July 2018.

Great topic - congrats again and all the best for the launch Kate!