For the Love of Picture Books
Tasmania's new CBCA Picture Book of the Year Judge, Karen Macpherson, presents a delightful reflection on her love of picture books and soundly demonstrates that she has the credentials to inform her new role.
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From the blog: Children’s and Young Adult Books Rule
Join Nella as she celebrates the recognition that authors of children's and young adult literature are receiving - standing tall with writers of other genres and adult literature.
From the blog: Fetcher's Song
Tasmanian children's author, Lian Tanner reflects on how a series is born and the sparks that can spur a story into life. Find out more about the inspiration behind Book 3 in the Hidden series.
From the blog: Tove Jansson
Patsy Jones recalls the place of the Moomins in children's literature and their return to the book shelves for a new generation of readers to enjoy.
From the Blog: How Do We Really Know What Children Want to Read?
This week, Helen Rothwell ponders whether children have much say in the books that are published for them.
From the blog: Lessons from New Scientist
This week, Nella Pickup draws inspiration from science to understand why we are open to 'believing' stories and can't bypass that compulsive urge to 'buy that book'!
From the blog: “When I Grow Up”: A Review of Matilda: The Musical.
Have you seen Matilda: The Musical? Thank you Lyndon for sharing this wonderful experience with our readers.
From the Blog: In Praise of Libraries
Inspired by a recent trip to the public library, Penny Garnsworthy reflects on the importance of libraries - past, present and into the future.
From the blog: The wonder of a character's appearance
This week Tricia Scott ponders the power of the imagination and how the reader construes the appearance of the character - words, imagery, film characterisation and even the role of the plush toy.
From the blog: The Hero’s Journey Through Literature (and LEGO)
A wonderful start to 2016 with guest author Johanna Baker-Dowdell on heroes, villains and LEGO! Check it out.