The first two books in our non-fiction
Aussie Heroes series are now available from Readings in eBook format.
We are excited! You can now purchase
Dame Nellie Melba and
Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop from
Readings. All the internal illustrations are in colour and look fabulous on an eReader device.
The next book in the series,
Fred Hollows, will be released in both print and eBook format later this year.
The first news is in from Bologna and it seems this gorgeous Little Treasures collection of Peter Carnavas’ work is ever so popular.
Our creative designer Nick has given Peter’s books a clever new look. Each book has a logo to reflect its simple but important message – Love, Environment, Family and Self Worth. Peter’s fifth book, The Great Expedition, is about resilience. Nick is still working on a logo for this one!
The Great Expedition will be released on the 1st May.
We have been frantically busy over the last few weeks in preparation for the Bologna Book Fair.
Posters, bookmarks and dummy books have all been created in anticipation of the next four days. After ten years in the business we can confidently say we are experts at cutting and pasting!
The boys have now arrived in Bologna after their gruelling flights and have just completed putting the finishing touches on our fabulous stand. They are now asleep, but this is what they did before they slept.
Rod Hare is cheerily looking forward to the prospect of creating the ALC stand!
Peter Whitfield adds a poster to get in his wife’s good books after leaving her behind!
Applause! They are doing a good job.
The last Friday of the month is tomorrow and we have our book swapping shoes on.
The talented illustrator Serena Geddes will be our guest tomorrow afternoon.
Serena began her career as an animator for Disney, but in 2009 she followed her dream, determined to become a children's book illustrator.
Since then she has illustrated this:
and this:
and this:
I am sure you will agree that Serena is a fabulous illustrator.
She is currently working on
Lily's Wish, a delightful book for Christmas.
Here are some of her roughs:
Do come along to meet Serena. She will be showing off her brilliant skills at 3.30pm tomorrow afternoon at Forestville library.
School holidays will soon be upon us.
The kids will be under your feet or locked away playing the Xbox. But, you would much rather they were having the time of their lives being inspired by stories, kooky characters and cartoon creations. We know you would. So we have made it easy for you. Three brilliant author/illustrators will be sharing their magic with kids during the Easter break.
The workshops will be help at a fabulous bookshop – The Children's Bookshop in Beecroft. They are celebrating 40 years this year so wish them a Happy 40th Birthday as you walk through the door.
Illustrating Picture Books with Peter Carnavas
In this hands-on workshop, students will be sharing drawing tips and ideas for creating picture books with well-known Australian illustrator Peter Carnavas. Peter will share his knowledge and expertise and children will develop illustrating techniques to bring characters to life!
When: Monday April 11th, 9-12-30pm
For: Students Aged 8-12
Cost: $50 per student
All materials are provided. Book early
Peter Carnavas will be releasing his fifth picture book in May this year. You may even get a sneak peek of
The Great Expedition before it is released. Peter is the author and illustrator.
Draw Dream Write Delight
… A creative writing workshop for younger kids ...
Imaginations will run wild in this writing and illustrating super-session with children’s author, Aleesah Darlison. Create and draw cool, kooky characters and get started on a story about them.
This workshop promotes creativity and sharing of ideas. Free goody bag included.
When: Wednesday 13 April, 9-12-30pm
For: Ages 7-9
Cost: $50 per student. All materials are provided. Book early
Aleesah Darlison is the author of the sparkling new series,
Totally Twins. The third book in the series will be released in August.
Calling all Future Writers!
Author Sue Whiting will be leading a writing workshop for students aged 9-12 years.
Participants in this workshop will be exploring the writing process, focusing on writing skills and gaining tips on developing plot, character and setting! Activities will be hands-on and students will particularly gain insight into ways to improve writing skills.
When: Thursday April 14th, 9-12-30pm
For: Students Aged 9-12
Cost: $50 per student
All materials are provided. Book early!
Sue is the author of
Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy and
New Frontier is developing a new series for 6-8 year olds.
Each book in the series will be a standalone book.
We are looking for:
- Fast paced fiction
- Stories should be plot driven with action and humour
- 6,000 - 8,000 words
Submissions open on March 1, 2011 and close on March 31, 2011. Please address your manuscripts to: Junior Novel Series - March 2011 New Frontier Publishing Suite 3, Level 2 18 Aquatic Drive Frenchs Forest NSW 2086
Samuel’s Kisses has been launched!
Thank you to Janene and Mary at Marks and Gardner Gallery in Mount Tamborine. They were fabulous hosts, putting on an exciting festival of activities for the children.
Congratulations to the lovely Karen Collum on the launch of her very first picture book. Karen shared the event with family and friends. Many writers also came along to show their support for Karen.
Kisses were shared by young and young-ish.
Serena Geddes displayed her beautiful original illustrations from Samuel’s Kisses. The children helped Serena create a few exciting new characters. Two lucky children took these fabulous illustrations home with them.
And, of course, there was cake. We had to have a cake and what a cake it wa
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Treat yourself this weekend. Amble into your local friendly bookstore, flick through the printed pages of a few good books and find yourself a gem. It will be there, waiting, just for you.
The media is full of the doom and gloom surrounding the Book Industry, but somewhere, if you listen carefully, you will find a positive message.
The lovely Susanne Gervay is organising the 6th Children’s and YA Literature Festival in June. I have been asked to speak and while the sessions are still being put together the broad topic is New Work - New Direction. There is your positive message. The industry is changing, but new opportunities are also arising.
Books will still be around and most especially children’s books. So, this weekend celebrate the book. Lose yourself in a world of words and fuel your imagination.
The book is going nowhere. It’s here to stay. Happy Reading!
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We are celebrating Valentine's Day a day early and you are invited to join us for tea.We are excited to be launching Samuel's Kisses at the idyllic Marks and Gradner Gallery on Sunday 13th February at 2.30pm. This beautiful book is Karen Collum's debut picture book. Serena Geddes' original illustrations will be on display as she demonstrates her own whimsy style.Samuel's Kisses is the perfect gift to purchase the day before Valnetine's Day.So join us for a celebration as we congratulate Karen and Serena on their gorgeous picture book.
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Mr Darcy has been transformed.
Do you like his new look?
This delightful picture book will be in bookstores later this year.Can you tell us the name of the illustrator?If you think you know reply to this through Twitter. The first person to get it right will be sent a previous picture book by this illustrator.
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Love is in the air...
Valentine’s Day is coming up - a day to celebrate with those we love and to show them how much they mean to us.
Here are a few ideas for fathers and daughters, mothers and sons, husbands and wives, boyfriends and girlfriends.
Samuel's Kisses
Samuel is a happy little boy, keen to share his joy with all those around him.
As Samuel sits in the shopping trolley he blows kisses to shoppers spreading fun, happiness and a generous number of kisses.
This is a gorgeous story for mothers and sons to read together. It will make your heart soar.
Sarah’s Heavy Heart
“Sarah knew the heavy heart would always be hers to carry. She just wished it wasn’t so heavy.”
A magical story about a little girl's search for friendship and love.
Forget roses, let your beloved's heart get carried away with this special book.
Particularly special for fathers and daughters, boyfriends, girlfriends and husband and wives.
Chocolates and roses are so passe! Books are best. The love of your life can keep a book forever.
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Peter Carnavas has been touring the country encouraging kids to plant trees. Many kids have been inspired by Peter's talks and workshops. They have been coming up with all sorts of interesting places to plant trees and sending the pictures to Peter. You can see some of them here.
Michael, a year 2 student, attempted his own Christmas Tree based on Peter's Last Tree in the City.
We love it so much we just wanted to share it with you.
What do you think?We think it's brilliant!So kids, keep sending Peter your illustrations and they will go up on his blog for all to see.
