Ruth Paul is an award-winning author and illustrator of ten picture books, including Hedgehog’s Magic Tricks. She works from a small straw-bale studio in the middle of a pasture just outside Wellington, New Zealand.
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By: Maria Gill,
on 12/3/2011
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Any more books planned for the series?
By: Maria Gill,
on 10/16/2011
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Bruiser by Gavin Bishop (Random) 
By: Maria Gill,
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By: Sondra Santos LaBrie,
on 6/2/2008
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Congratulations to author Joy Cowley and illustrator Gavin Bishop for this great recognition. A collection of short stories about an unlikely pair, Snake and Lizard is a laugh-out-loud, sophisticated edition of tales (and tails) of friendship and life in the desert.
Snake and Lizard have much different tastes - especially when it comes to mealtime. In the story entitled, "Surprise," Lizard finds an egg "in the dust, smooth, white, and round as the moon," an egg which he feels is just perfect for Snake. He "carefully fitted his jaws around the egg and carried it back across the desert" to surprise his dear friend.
Hours later, when Snake finally arrives, Lizard is delighted to share his discovery with her and sends Snake down into the tunnel, where her surprise awaits.
Moments later, Snake shoots out of the hole, "hissing and shaking."
"The egg had hatched. No chicken had come out of it! There in Snake's bed, making a noise like a firecracker, was a very angry young rattlesnake."
After angry words between the two friends, Snake asks Lizard how he plans to get the rattlesnake out...it's nearly bedtime.
" 'Don't look at me in that tone of voice!' snaps Lizard. 'You know all about snakes. It's your cousin. Go and talk to it!' "
Humorous, delightful and simply charming, these two characters are highly developed, spectacularly entertaining and completely memorable.
By: Aline Pereira,
on 12/19/2007
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on 10/14/2014
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By: Maria Gill,
on 12/3/2011
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FOR TEENAGE BOYS
Recon Team Angel Assault by Brian Falkner (Walker Books)
First there were six combat teenagers for an undercover mission but one-by-one they are picked off. Chisnall the leader of the group knows it has to be someone in the team - he suspects them all including his girlfriend Sergeant Brogan. Only he knows all the details of the mission - to find out what the aliens are hiding in the middle of their headquarters. To complete their mission they have to be dropped in by planes, pass themselves off as Uluru aliens and get inside to find out what is there, then dismantle it with whatever means. Only someone seems intent on stopping them.
Brian Falkner writes with incredible skill building up suspense to the climatic ending. This science fiction thriller has all the appeal for teenage boys: guns, warfare, and humour. Brian uses authentic army-speak for operation communication and his futuristic weaponry are convincing.
I asked Brian a few questions about his book:
Where did you get the story idea - did the publisher suggest this theme?
The story idea was mine. It was inspired by seeing an old copy of “WhereEagles Dare” by Alistair McLean lying around somewhere. The first chapter of Assault is called “Where Angels Fear” in tribute tothe McLean novel.
Any more books planned for the series?
There are plans for four books in the series, however if successful, Iam open to writing more.
The weaponry sounds so authentic - is it totally made-up or is it based on real weapons?
For the weapons, I researched the current military weapons andexplosives and then extrapolated them a little into the future. I didn’t wantto write a book about laser guns and other “space opera” stuff. I wanted it tofeel like a real war with real weapons, just slightly removed from where we arenow.
For the alien weapons, I wanted them to be just a little different tohuman weapons. For example the rifle is carried on the back, and springs intothe hands of the user automatically when needed.
In your other books you chose names from kids who won competitions at your school talks - did you do that this time?
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By: Maria Gill,
on 10/16/2011
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Bruiser by Gavin Bishop (Random)Bruiser was a machine on a mission.
"Oi! Get outof my way!" he said.
"I've got a motorway to build!"
On Monday he ploughs through five hills, Tuesday he crushes ten rocks, one Wednesday he tears up three forests ... until Friday when he gets stuck in a ditch. He makes such a racket trying to get out he wakes up the magpie chick and Mother Magpie is not impressed. Will he get out and what will happen to the magpie family?
A digger story for the four-year-old boy who is impressed with big machines. I remember my son being obsessed with road machinery - he would have adored this story. I love the way Gavin has woven an environmental message into the story; with the digger changing his ways and caring for nature after his experience with the magpie family. Sure to be a hit!
Gavin Bishop is one of New Zealand's best-loved author/illustrators for children. He has written and illustrated many books and won numerous national and international awards.
PB $22.00 HB $34.00 ISBN: 978-1-86979-451-4
Stuck in the Mud by Brett Avison, illustrated by Australian Craig Smith (Five Mile Press)
On Mum and Ted's farm
there's a very large barn,
where the hay and the horses
are kept.
And right at the back, past some seeds in a sack, is where Milky the cow often slept.
Milky liked to stay nice and warm in the shed chewing her cud. But one day she goes out and gets stuck in the mud. The family rush over to help her with their assorted wheels: quad bike, pick-up Ute, bigger truck, and then they bring in friends and the services with their big metal pulley, the fire brigade, crane, and chopper. Will Milky get out and will they ever be able to salvage the rest of the wheels ...
Brett Avison has written another successful picture book that will appeal to the under five year old. Children will love the surprise pop-up twist at the end. The paper is nice and thick, which will ensure it will last those excited fingers turning the pages. Australian Craig Smith's (not to be confused with New Zealander Craig Smith) wonderful colourful artwork fills every large page. Children will enjoy looking at the detailed scenes on every page.
Aucklander Brett Avison's first book 'A Bigger Digger' first book sold out on its first print run. Both books are being published together in the United Kingdom. This is his second book and will most likely be the basis for an ongoing series.
Australian Craig Smith has been a prolific, award-winning illustrator. His witty, humorous artwork is enormously popular with children. He has a wonderful sense of the absurd and a terrific eye for detail.
Hardback $24.99 ISBN: 978-1-74248-642-0
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By: Maria Gill,
on 3/1/2011
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QUAKY CAT AND SCHOLASTIC SUPPORT THE PEOPLE OF CHRISTCHURCH
Following the major Canterbury earthquake of September 2010, Quaky Cat brought comfort and much-needed funds to Canterbury children and their families. No-one involved with the book's production could ever have envisaged that, less than six months later, Christchurch would be struck again, this time by an even more devastating earthquake.
15,000 copies of the book were gifted by Scholastic to year 1 and 2 children in the Christchurch region at the end of 2010, and 50% of Scholastic’s proceeds from sales of Quaky Cat are being donated to Christchurch charities.
So far, $50,000 has been raised for the author’s and illustrator’s chosen charities, the Christchurch Women’s Refuge and Te Tai Tamariki.
This fundraising is now in a new phase supported by the Scholastic international community. Scholastic will be donating funds from worldwide sales of Quaky Cat to the Christchurch Mayoral Earthquake Appeal administered by the New Zealand Red Cross. The author and illustrator royalties will continue to be donated to their chosen Christchurch charities.
Through Quaky Cat, we can all support the children and families affected by the devastating Christchurch earthquakes.
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By: Sondra Santos LaBrie,
on 6/2/2008
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Our first book from New Zealand, published originally by Gecko Press, has recently been honored with the New Zealand Post Best Children's Book of the Year award!
Snake and Lizard have much different tastes - especially when it comes to mealtime. In the story entitled, "Surprise," Lizard finds an egg "in the dust, smooth, white, and round as the moon," an egg which he feels is just perfect for Snake. He "carefully fitted his jaws around the egg and carried it back across the desert" to surprise his dear friend.
Hours later, when Snake finally arrives, Lizard is delighted to share his discovery with her and sends Snake down into the tunnel, where her surprise awaits.
Moments later, Snake shoots out of the hole, "hissing and shaking."
"The egg had hatched. No chicken had come out of it! There in Snake's bed, making a noise like a firecracker, was a very angry young rattlesnake."
After angry words between the two friends, Snake asks Lizard how he plans to get the rattlesnake out...it's nearly bedtime.
" 'Don't look at me in that tone of voice!' snaps Lizard. 'You know all about snakes. It's your cousin. Go and talk to it!' "
Humorous, delightful and simply charming, these two characters are highly developed, spectacularly entertaining and completely memorable.
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By: Aline Pereira,
on 12/19/2007
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Still not done with Christmas shopping? Favorite bookshop too crowded for a leisurely browse in hope of inspiration? Fortunately, there are lots of lists online. Instead of adding to the clutter with our own list, we offer links here to lists of best books this year and best holiday or Christmas books. Enjoy!
LA Times Favorite Children’s Books
ALA 2007 Notable Children’s Books
Publishers Weekly Best Children’s Books of 2007
New York Times Notable Books for Children 2007
Best Illustrated Children’s Books New York Times slide show of illustrations
Kirkus Reviews First Annual Best Children’s Books Special
Elizabeth Kennedy’s list and links to lists of holiday picture book favorites
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