Children's Author
Books
How to Make a Friend in 6 Easy Steps
Illustrated by James Hart
Published by Scholastic Australia
"My name's Rosie. I have fifty-two teeth. Would you like to play with me?"
Rosie's book says making friends is easy: there are six steps to follow. But it's not as easy as she thinks!
For ages 3-7.
Ham
Illustrated by Anna Demchenko
Published by Larrikin House
Ham and his friends Chops, Satay and adorable Stew, uncover a shocking farmyard secret. The animals discover they are destined for the dinner table!
Can the gang come up with a plan to save their own bacon?
For ages 3-8.
Stud
Illustrated by Anna Demchenko
Published by Larrikin House
When Stud arrives on Fickleton Farm the other farm animals aren't sure he fits in. Can Stud the Spectacular Show-Toad win them over and be accepted, warts and all?
For ages 3-8
Reviews of How to Make a Friend in 6 Easy Steps
"This tale subtly embraces perseverance, resilience and features a delightful array of sea creatures that swirl stereotypes around into a lovely vortex of friendship, guaranteed to entertain and bolster confidence both in the ocean and the school yard."
-Dim's Write Stuff -
Feb 01, 2021
Book Bites: Under the Sea- Picture Books Going Beyond the Sea.
"This is a clever and gorgeously illustrated tale of loneliness, friendship, bravery, and giving things a go. Readers will love the humour in the visual narrative and the surprise ending."
-My Picture Book Heart-
March 2021
Reviews of Ham
"Ham is a picture book that makes an impact. It's brash and bold, the characters are larger than life and it features an outside dunny, complete with flies, with a certain aura about it. Most importantly, it is a funny story that littlies will love."
- CBCA Reading Time -
June 2021
"There are so many great themes to explore and discuss in this story including teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, resilience, different diets and preferences. The book is entertaining and vibrant and detailed illustrations by Anna Demchenko and the fun rhyming couplets by Dhana Fox work well together to create meaning."
- Little Birdie Books -
Feb 2021
Book review of Ham by Dimity Powell - Dim's Write Stuff.
Reviews of Stud
Media
"It's great to see a character that shows real spirit. It demonstrates to us all that respect can be earned by getting out there and having a go.
Unlike the cane toads wreaking havoc in Australia, this little guy is adorable. Kids are gunna love him. Heck, I love him!"
-Ken Williams, Reading with a Chance of Tacos-
May 2021
I was recently interviewed by Ken Williams on his podcast Reading with a Chance of Tacos.