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.
Book reviews
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
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 3-7.
Book reviews
Ham
Book review of Ham by Dimity Powell - Dim's Write Stuff.
"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
Media
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Book trailer
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Stud
Available May 2021
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