Issue Details: First known date: 2021... vol. 36 no. 2 May 2021 of Magpies : Talking About Books for Children est. 1986-1995 Magpies : Talking About Books for Children
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Contents

* Contents derived from the , 2021 version. Please note that other versions/publications may contain different contents. See the Publication Details.
Heroes of the Secret Underground : Review and Q & A, Allison Paterson , single work review interview
— Review of Heroes of the Secret Underground Susanne Gervay , 2021 single work children's fiction ;
'A shiver of anticipation accompanies the moment I open a book penned by Susanne Gervay. the multi-award-winning author and champion of Australian children's literature transports readers on journeys into powerful stories of social injustice, human rights and coming-of-age. Her work has resulted in an award of the Order of Australia for children's literature and the Lifetime Social Justice Award. (Introduction)
(p. 4-5)
Eliza Henry Jones Interviewed by Allison Paterson, Allison Paterson , single work interview
'Eliza Henry-Jones always knew that writing would be a big part of her life. After all, crafting a novel-length manuscript every year since she was fourteen is a sure sign of a dedicated writer.' (Introduction)
(p. 8-10)
PAWS : Neurodivergence, Kindness, Understanding and Acceptance, Allison Paterson , single work interview
'Introducing children to a range of literature that both mirrors their own life and provides a window into the diverse worlds of others is a vital ingredient to the development of sense of self and empathy.' (Introduction)
(p. 12-13)
Azaria : A True History and Other Masterworks, Joy Lawn , single work interview

'The outstanding picture book 'Azaria: A True History', written and illustrated by Maree Coote, published by Melbournestyle Books, is shortlisted for the 2021 CBCA Eve Pownall Award for information books.' (Introduction)

(p. 18-21)
Shivaun Plozza : Between Heartbreak and Humour, Joy Lawn , single work interview (p. 22-24)
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