With her fourth picture book, Two Can Be Trouble (illus. Paul Nash), just released, we’re privileged to hear from author, Penny Macoun, who delves into her journey with self-publishing and all its glory, trials and tribulations. This route may not be simple, but it certainly has its rewards. Thanks so much for sharing, Penny! 🙂 […]
#BookReview: Two Can Be Trouble, Penny Macoun (author), Paul Nash (illus.), Macoun Publications, August 2024. Blurb: Brothers can have lots of fun together, but sometimes they can disagree. See what happens when an innocent afternoon of fun turns into complete chaos for two brothers, Toby and Jordan. Review: Who else can relate? Two kids getting […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Amy Freund! We’re delighted to welcome debut picture book author, Amy Freund, to the blog, to share her gorgeous, exuberant and exotic new title, Amigo the Capybara! Move over sloths, capybaras are the latest and hippest mammals around, and here is Amigo, the friendliest and most energetic rodent you could ever […]
LOOKING FOR TROUBLE? It’s the TWO CAN BE TROUBLE #BOOKGIVEAWAY! We’re getting up to mischief with the sibling antics of Toby and Jordan, causing chaos in the most fun way possible! With thanks to author Penny Macoun, we’re excited for a lucky recipient to WIN a signed paperback copy of the playful Two Can Be Trouble! So, […]
It is with huge joy to welcome back passionate children’s author and educator, Penny Macoun, to share her latest cheeky tale, Two Can Be Trouble, which really comes from a place of the heart. The story follows two brothers and their messy backyard antics, which overflows with teamwork, compassion and love at its core. Thanks […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Carla Fitzgerald! It’s a privilege to speak with talented author of Keeping Up with the Dachshunds and How to be Prime Minister and Survive Grade Five – Carla Fitzgerald is here to smash this interview with How to Break a World Record and Survive Grade Five. This middle grade chapter book […]
We’re continuing with our ‘Reading is Magic’ themed Book Week activities, and you’ll certainly find plenty of magic happening in the enchanting picture book, Happy Millionth Birthday, when Jack Wolf’s birthday wish comes true! Join in the celebrations as we explore some fun activities to acknowledge all the best and most FUN things about this […]
#BookReview: Happy Millionth Birthday, R.W.R. McDonald (author), Alexandra Colombo (illus.), Larrikin House. Blurb: Jack Wolf wants what EVERY child wants! More birthdays and even MORE presents! Find out what happens when Jack’s wish comes true, and he celebrates a birthday every single day! Jack Wolf and his wacky friends will surprise you until the final […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Mary Anastasiou! Thanks so much to multi-talented author, editor, designer and marketing manager, Mary Anastasiou, for flying in to share one of her latest creations – the cutest Halloween picture book around, Tilly’s New Broom. The perfectly-timed rhyming couplets work harmoniously with Giorgia Clerico‘s adorably spooky illustrations to capture little witch […]
We’re celebrating with the party book of the century, the best fun you’ll have with endless cake and presents and games galore! Is it too much of a good thing?! Never! With thanks to author R.W.R. McDonald, we’re excited for a lucky recipient to WIN a signed paperback copy of the exuberant Happy Millionth Birthday! So, who […]
