L.A.’s new book is Cartboy and the Time Capsule and is published by Allen & Unwin Tell us about you in 25 words or less. My favorite sandwich is a BLT, but you have to put the mayo on when the toast is hot. I still think farts are funny. What makes you happy? Being with Australians.…
Claire Freedman is the talented writer behind the wonderful picture book series featuring those Aliens and their underpants. The aliens have been a HUGE hit on My Book Corner, so I’m not ashamed to admit (honest!) doing the ‘happy dance’ when Claire Freedman said a resounding ‘yes’ to our request for an interview. I am SO…
On the tenth and a half of August, Tasmanian writer Danielle Wood joined forces with the talented Heather Rose, and together they formed the pen name, Angelica Banks. The result? An awesome new chapter book, Finding Serendipity, published by Allen & Unwin. I just know that you are going to love Danielle’s answers as much…
Our latest author interview is with Heather Rose. She is one half of the awesome duo who penned Finding Serendipity, published by Allen & Unwin. Now, I like to think that My Book Corner’s particular questions bring out the best in people. I have to say … I REALLY enjoyed reading Heather’s answers. Keep reading…
Penny Matthews, born and raised in South Australia, is the author of many delightful children’s books. We are delighted to welcome her to My Book Corner to answer our questions. Penny Matthews is the talent behind the character of Nellie, the young Irish girl featured in the Penguin’s highly popular Our Australian Girl Series. Matthews is now…
The strong Our Australian Girl series has launched two new characters this year – the passionate Meet Lina has been penned by Sally Rippin and the exciting Meet Ruby series has been created by the delightful Penny Matthews. Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I’ve been writing and illustrating for as…
Since delving into Crow Country, we have been huge fans of Kate Constable. LOVED her answers for My Book Corner … and no, urm, I didn’t know that about Vegemite! Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I’m a Melbourne writer for children and young adults. I’ve written ten books – double figures,…
My Book Corner is delighted to welcome Australian author Bronwyn Bancroft, descendent of the Bundjalung people. Bronwyn is the talented author and illustrator of a plethora of unique picture books including Big Rain Coming (with Katrina Germein), and Why I Love Australia, and Remembering Lionsville. Tell us about you in 25 words or less. I am a mother…
We are delighted that Shamini Flint, the author of the incredibly popular The Diary series, has popped into My Book Corner to answer our questions …. enjoy! What makes you happy? Watching my children play soccer or rugby or cricket or taekwondo. I always persuade them to take up whichever sport I feel like writing…
Catherine Jinks is an award winning Australian author with over THIRTY books to her name. Her list of awards makes for incredibly impressive reading … the Victorian Premier’s Award, the Aurealis Award for Science Fiction, the Australian Ibby Award , and the CBCA Book of the Year Award a gobsmacking THREE times! Wow! Catherine’s latest…
Bruce Whatley is an incredibly prolific Australian author and illustrator. His creations are most notable for their diversity both in tone and style. Tin Toys is now on My Book Corner’s recommended Christmas list for the second year running, and has been joined this year by his latest collaboration with Jackie French – Queen Victoria’s Christmas. Tell us about you in…
Derek Landy is currently whizzing around Australia and New Zealand promoting the release of Book 7 in the hugely popular Skulduggery Pleaseant series. My Book Corner is delighted that he found time to answer our questions … Here he reveals a little bit more about the man behind the books, and the title of Book…
It is with much delight that My Book Corner welcomes Hazel Edwards. She is obviously well known for her children’s picture book classic, There’s A Hippopotamus On Our Roof Eating Cake. Can you believe it celebrated its 30th birthday in 2011?! Tell us about you in 25 words or less. ‘There’s a Hippopotamus on our…
Deborah Ellis does not shy away from bringing tough topics straight to young readers. The Parvana books have gone a long way in revealing the impact of war in Afghanistan to the younger generation. The Parvana trilogy has just been completed with the release of Parvana’s Promise. We’re honoured to be welcoming the inspiring Deborah Ellis…
Luca is the 8 (yes 8!) years young, senior editor of an innovative magazine for kids – BIG Kids Magazine. His position emphasises the BIG philosophy of children and artists working alongside each other and their delightfully fresh approach to magazines for children. Encouraging creativity, imagination and an engagement with the written word, this creative arts…
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Great review, thanks for posting the pictures. Really makes a difference with picture book reviews. Will order for the store…
I often hope to find interviews with Margaret Wild who fascinates me and whose work I adore. Thoroughly enjoyed this…