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yBefore You Were BornSydney South:Working Title Press,2021219947102021single work picture book children's
'A wonderfully inclusive book to celebrate the anticipated birth of a child.
'Before you were born
and while you grew,
there was a party
just for you.
'Created by talented duo Katrina Germein and Helène Magisson, this heartwarming picture book captures the excitement and anticipation of the arrival of a baby. Filled with love, hope and happiness, Before You Were Born celebrates the universal joy of new babies in all kinds of families.'
yClaudetteNorth Fremantle:Red Paper Kite,2020204579422020single work picture book children's
'Loutka is a brilliant puppet maker. All of his creations work perfectly, just as he expects them to.
'Except for Claudette. She is a rickety misfit who longs for freedom and adventure.
'What can be done with such a puppet?
'Loutka doesn't know.
'So Claudette stays on the shelf. Until one incredible day…
'With captivating illustrations and gentle words, Claudette takes the reader on a courageous and magical adventure beyond the clouds, discovering the power of beauty, possibility and self-worth along the way.' (Publication summary)
yClaudetteNorth Fremantle:Red Paper Kite,2020204579422020single work picture book children's
'Loutka is a brilliant puppet maker. All of his creations work perfectly, just as he expects them to.
'Except for Claudette. She is a rickety misfit who longs for freedom and adventure.
'What can be done with such a puppet?
'Loutka doesn't know.
'So Claudette stays on the shelf. Until one incredible day…
'With captivating illustrations and gentle words, Claudette takes the reader on a courageous and magical adventure beyond the clouds, discovering the power of beauty, possibility and self-worth along the way.' (Publication summary)