The Dr Seuss trade mark wit, humour, pace and rhythm are all oh so evident in each of these stories – each with its own, strong identity. Coming from the point when the author was moving from prose to poetry these stories feel fresh, vibrant and fun. Here’s a run down of each one ……
Stolen Girl captures the emotions of just one girl who was a part of something much larger – 100,000 Australian children who were taken from their homes and have been referred to as the ‘Stolen Generation.’ The reader joins “the girl” as she wakes, again, to the sound of the bell at the children’s home.…
Dad jokes. Know them? The ones that make your eyes roll and force you to emit a loud sigh?! Ensure Dad reads this one at bedtime!! My Dad Thinks He’s Funny, from Katrina Germein and Tom Jellett, is a picture book full of great one-liners. Fun, light hearted entertainment. Love the changing size of the…
My Book Corner loved Potato Music and Kip by Christina Booth. Both books are very different, but both reveal a depth of talent that we adored. Hugest thanks to Christina for popping into My Book Corner today … Tell us about you in 25 words or less. Author / Illustrator; mum of three, wife of…
Interviewing Boori Monty Pryor, Australia’s first Children’s Laureate, for My Book Corner was an honour and a real highlight of my ‘work’. Boori is a friendly, chatty and inspiring man who, on the day I spoke to him, had just completed three performances at schools – but still made time to speak to me. His…
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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…