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New picture book for Julie Murphy

August 24, 2018

Congrats to Julie Murphy on the publication of

I've Got Eyes! Exceptional Eyes of the Animal World

Illustrated by Hannah Tolson

Published by Amicus Ink, in hardback

For ages 3 - 8.

In fun, lively language, animals from around the world describe their eyes and how they're adapted for different habitats. A non-fiction book with STEM connections.

What a great idea - congrats again Julie!

In New Books Tags Julie Murphy
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ABIA award for Josh Langley

August 24, 2018

Congrats to Josh Langley on being awarded

ABIA Small Publishers Childrens Book of the Year 2018

for both the text and illustrations for his non-fiction picture book

It's OK To Feel the Way You Do

Published by Big Sky Publishing, in paperback

for ages 5 - 11.

This book helps kids to get to know and make friends with their feelings. It uses simple and effective ways for them to notice and handle difficult emotions like anger, anxiety and loss. It also helps them rejoice in positive feelings.

'Thank you so much for writing this book, it opened the door for communication between my son and me. It helped him feel OK.' - LInda

Obviously very timely - well done Josh!

 

 

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Hazel Edwards' new junior novel

August 24, 2018

Congrats to the legendary Hazel Edwards on the publication of

Like Me (vol 1)

Published by Five Senses

For ages 8 - 10ish

Easy to read fact and fiction, including the viewpoint of a reading dog Lachlan, one of the original Doggy Tales project linked to Yarra Regional Libraries. Quirky stories, but with curriculum links to the 'Like Me' theme.
Volume 2 will follow soon.

Sure to be a winner as usual - congrats again Hazel!

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