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The Old Frangipani Tree at Flying Fish Point
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
This gorgeous picture book will entrance you from the moment you open the hard cover when you’ll be engulfed by images of delicate flowers cascading towards you from the frangipani tree nestled behind. Set against a background of warm swirly reds and oranges these delightful hues echo the warm, heartening family relationships that are depicted…
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Owl Know How
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Owl Know How is the picture book creation of two award-winning artists, Cat Rabbit and Isobel Knowles. It is the delightful story of the inhabitants of Cloud Town, who must very quickly solve the problem of branches poking through the clouds .. a natural hazard of such a habitat I guess?! Owl Know…
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The Greatest Liar on Earth
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Award winning duo Frané Lessac and Mark Greenwood have created a children’s picture book full of intrigue, imagination and Frané’s unique illustrations. Beginning and ending with the image of a unhappy man, alone and surrounded by a cloak of fog and mystery, The Greatest Liar tells the tale of what happened to Louis de Rougemont…
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Do Not Forget Australia
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Do Not Forget Australia by Sally Murphy is a poignant picture book about Henri, about France, about Billy and about Australia. It is based on the true story of how strong bonds are developed in the face of adversity, where people pull together in a show of human kindness no matter how large the distance…
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The Little Old Man Who Looked Up At The Moon
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
“Once upon a time …” and so begins The Little Old Man Who Looked Up At The Moon, with those four little words that don’t often find their way in to modern children’s literature. Enchanting and thoughtful with each turn of the page, this charming picture book follows “a little old woman” who puts on…
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Queenie: One Elephant’s Story
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Queenie: One Elephant’s Story, is the lovingly researched, beautifully illustrated picture book which has re captured the magnificence of Queenie – a resident of Melbourne Zoo for nearly 40 years. Corinne Fenton has revived Queenie’s memory for a new generation whilst capturing on paper the many, many fond memories held by an older generation.…
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The Little Refugee
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Anh Do’s inspiring story which highlights patience, humour and the human quality of being grateful was an absolute must for My Book Corner. Leaving war torn Vietnam, encountering pirates and only just surviving the perilous journey to Australia are all included in this great picture book, and to me it was essential that they…
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Fair Skin Black Fella
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
A simple message, may be. An important message? Absolutely! In just 28 pages Renee Fogorty challenges the use of the term half-caste and challenges the negative pre judging of a person based on skin colour. More? She does this in a simple, delightful manner perfect for educating little ones – for it is lack…
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All The Way to WA
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
All the Way to WA is the perfect picture book for those who like to absorb the tiny details in a book, to pour over it picking up on the details they may have missed on the first, second or even third reading. Roland Harvey’s intricate. quirky and humorous illustrations lend themselves exactly…
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Mr Chicken Goes To Paris
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Mr Chicken Goes to Paris by Leigh Hobbs is a multi award winning picture book which undoubtedly deserves a place in My Book Corner. Leigh’s humorous style, clever use of illustrations and witty lines make this a picture book that adults will enjoy reading. Like all masterfully created picture books, the story here isn’t simply…
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From Big Things Little Things Grow
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
It began as a rock protest song penned by Paul Kelly and Kev Carmoy, and was first recorded back in 1991. Ultimately, however, the story itself began back in 1966 during the Gurindji walk-off at Wave Hill in NT led by Vincent Lingiari. What began as a fight re the poor working conditions and unequal…
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The Very Hungry Bear
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
The Very Hungry Bear is the third instalment in the adventures of a very popular and much loved bear at the hands of Australian author and illustrator Nick Bland. Incorporating a new angle, but still with a clearly defined theme of friendship, this latest picture book was great fun to read out loud. It would…
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The Very Itchy Bear
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
Visually Nick Bland’s book is a pure delight – the use of space, colour and sense of movement make this book a joy to look at.
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The Very Cranky Bear
14th July 2015
Emma Perry
The Very Cranky Bear is full of great text and illustrations that will bring about huge smiles
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There Was An Old Sailor
28th April 2015
Emma Perry
Twinkling eyes are combined with a ‘don’t mess with me stance’ then emphasised by his folded arms, this sailor is certainly a unique character. Add to this his penchant for seafood – lots of it – this great character will certainly capture the attention and laughter of young listeners and readers. Remember “there was an old lady, who swallowed a…
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