Wenda Shurety Wenda Shurety i(14875210 works by)
Gender: Female
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1 y separately published work icon Pocket Treasure Wenda Shurety , Juliana Oakley (illustrator), Mulgrave : Affirm Press , 2023 25413227 2023 single work picture book children's

'A celebration of sharing, generosity, and all the ‘treasures’ that pre-schoolers like to collect!

'Allira ‘s favourite dress has pockets that are perfect for holding all her little treasures. There’s something in there for everyone!

'But when Allira needs to decorate her teacher’s birthday surprise, she finds her pockets are empty! Allira might have given all her treasures away, but she has good friends who can come to the rescue.

'From Wenda Shurety and Juliana Oakley comes a sweet story about friendship, sharing and kindness.'(Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon One Book Was All It Took Wenda Shurety , Amy Calautti (illustrator), Wollombi : EK Books , 2022 24098319 2022 single work picture book children's

'Find out how reading just one book can lead to a brand-new library in this lively chain-reaction story about actions and their consequences – however unintended they may be!

'Violet has searched her room high and low, but just can’t find a book she hasn’t read before. She wishes her town had a library; a magical place full of adventure where she would never run out of stories to discover. But alas, on this particular rainy day, the only unfamiliar book she can find is the one propping up the kitchen table. Dad won’t miss it, right?…

'With a CLATTER and a CRASH, Violet’s actions set in motion an unstoppable chain of events that soon has the whole town in chaos! Young readers will delight at the playful, colourful illustrations, while learning an important lesson about how actions lead to consequences. The story also introduces children to the wonder of libraries, while highlighting their vital role in fostering literacy.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Pear of Hope Wenda Shurety , Deb Hudson (illustrator), Wollombi : Exisle Publishing , 2021 22511366 2021 single work picture book children's

'Pear of Hope is the story of a little girl with cancer and her tale of recovery. This is intertwined with the growth of a pear tree, which symbolises the enigmatic concept of hope.

'Told through sensitive words and gentle, beautiful illustrations, the story will comfort and inspire any children who are struggling to feel positive, whatever journey they may be on. It is a vibrant reminder of the beauty of the world around us and of the fact that, like Anna, with hope you can face any battle!' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Backyard Magic Wenda Shurety , Harriet Hobday (illustrator), Mulgrave : Affirm Press , 2021 20970124 2021 single work picture book children's

'Tilly wonders what to do when the TV is turned off.

'A whole new world is opened up for her when a little bird helps her discover the magic of the backyard. From the fabulous new pairing of Wenda Shurety and Harriet Hobday comes a joyful and adventurous picture book that opens up a world of discovery and imagination, all from the backyard.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Play School Story Time : Volume 4 Davina Bell , Margaret Wild , Alison Lester , Wenda Shurety , Mem Fox , ( nar. Yael Stone et. al. )agent Tullamarine : Bolinda Audio Books , 2020 29086773 2020 selected work picture book

'Join an amazing host of celebrities as they snuggle up on the Story Time couch to narrate a beautiful selection of stories for young children.

'Join acclaimed actress Yael Stone, radio host and TV personality Myf Warhust, award-winning actress Pia Miranda, actress, radio presenter and author Kate Ritchie and much-loved Play School presenter and actress Benita Collings as they take to the Story Time couch to read this beautiful collection of stories for young children.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Golden Treasure Wenda Shurety , Anastasiya Benzel (illustrator), Indooroopilly : Library For All Limited , 2019 18916728 2019 single work picture book children's 'When he goes outside to play with his sister Eddie becomes Captain Eddie searching for treasure. This is a beautifully illustrated book for 4-8 year old readers. Proceeds from this sale benefit nonprofit organisation Library For All, helping children around the world learn to read.' (Publication summary)
 
1 Sheepy-Bear Wenda Shurety , 2018 single work short story
— Appears in: It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas : An Anthology of Christmas Tales 2018;
1 y separately published work icon Eva's Imagination Wenda Shurety , Karen Erasmus (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : New Frontier , 2018 14875232 2018 single work picture book children's

'Eva doesn’t know what an imagination is. With the help of her dog, Chops, Eva goes on a hunt to find it.

'A delightful story about the power of the imagination.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
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