Phillip Gwynne Phillip Gwynne i(A3779 works by)
Born: Established: 1958 Melbourne, Victoria, ;
Gender: Male
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1 y separately published work icon Song of the White Ibis Liz Anelli , Phillip Gwynne (illustrator), Melbourne : Penguin , 2022 23776663 2022 single work picture book children's

'A beautiful and powerful story for 5+ to challenge the way we view one of our most infamous birds, and ourselves.

Call me Bin Chicken
Call me Tip Turkey
Call me Picnic Pirate...

'But... there is a lot more to my song than you might think.
And maybe I've got something to teach you too.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Angry Rhino Phillip Gwynne , Penelope Pratley (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2022 23217046 2022 single work picture book children's

'Rhino is going to the beach. But then the weather turns bad. Her beautiful day has been ruined! Rhino is so angry she is mean to her friend. Can Rhino learn to manage her anger?'

Source : publisher's blurb
1 form y separately published work icon Darby and Joan Phillip Gwynne , Glenys Rowe , David Hannam , Beck Cole , Andrew Anastasios , Giula Sandler , Ainslie Clouston , Adam Zwar , Paul Bennett , ( dir. David Caesar ) Australia : CJZ Acorn TV , 2022 13199705 2022 series - publisher film/TV

'When lives collide, two strangers set out on an epic outback journey. Darby and Joan is a series that asks: is it ever too late to be what you might have been?'

Source: Screen Australia funding approvals.
1 1 y separately published work icon The Break Phillip Gwynne , Melbourne : Penguin , 2021 22127992 2021 single work novel young adult

'From the author of the literary hit, Deadly Unna?, comes a fast-paced rite-of-passage set amidst the mythical surf and island culture of Bali, and up to its neck in the madness of its politics and the terrifying consequences of breaking the rules...

'Growing up with the famous Bali surf at his backdoor, Taj had a perfect childhood - until 10 years ago when three robed judges sentenced his father to death. But Kimbo didn't die - he's been on death row ever since, leaving Taj in a weird limbo, unable to look to his own future. When the election of a new President leads to a date being set for Kimbo's execution, Taj realises there is only one course of action left to him- bust his dad out of jail. What follows is the whirlwind ride of father and son on the run through Indonesia, authorities hot on their tail. As events unravel, Taj uncovers some startling truths about his family, his girlfriend, and the girl he is rapidly falling for.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Worried Elephant Phillip Gwynne , Penelope Pratley (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2021 21071495 2021 single work picture book children's

'There is so much bad news in the world. Elephant is worried. So worried that he can't do any of the activities he loves anymore. Can Elephant learn to manage his worry?' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Lonely Penguin Phillip Gwynne , Penelope Pratley (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2021 20093561 2021 single work picture book children's

'The Lonely Penguin is feeling lonely because everyone except her has someone to play with. Can her friends help her to overcome her loneliness?' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Small Town Phillip Gwynne , Tony Flowers (illustrator), Melbourne : Puffin , 2020 19547167 2020 single work picture book children's

'Milly loves the small town she lives in and she loves playing basketball with her friends. The trouble is, families keep leaving, and soon they won't have enough players for a team. But when Milly learns at school about the refugees who have nowhere to live, she has a great idea - invite them to Gong Gong!' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Shy Zebra Phillip Gwynne , Penelope Pratley (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2020 18929593 2020 single work picture book children's

'The talent show is on today. Zebra has been practising hard all week. But when Zebras turn comes, he is nowhere to be found. Can Zebra overcome his shyness and perform for his friends?'(Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Feelings Phillip Gwynne , 2020 Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2020 18929551 2020 series - author picture book
1 y separately published work icon The Lords of Melody Phillip Gwynne , Melbourne : Puffin , 2019 16890521 2019 single work children's fiction children's

'The Lord family live in the worst house on the best street. It might have been different if Suzi Lord’s rock ‘n’ roll parents, Strum and Miss Katy, hadn’t stumbled on their way to stardom but after one hit single in Finland, it’s been Lentil Slop Thing for dinner ever since.

'But life is about to get a lot more interesting at 92 Melody Street. Renting out their spare room on ZedBedZ seemed like a good idea but with the ghost of a grumpy drummer, a long-lost grandfather as their first guest, angry opposition from a residents action group, AND a broken leg in the first practice match of the soccer season, Suzi ain’t havin’ much of a rockin’ good time.

'Then she dares to pick up a set of drum sticks and things really get wild.

'With the driving beat of a rock anthem, the heart of a country ballad, and the vibe of the latest hip-hop hit, this hilarious mash-up proves that you just can’t stop the music!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 Balls i "Balls dropped through hoops", Phillip Gwynne , 2018 single work poetry
— Appears in: A Boat of Stars : New Poems to Inspire and Enchant 2018; (p. 78-79)
1 y separately published work icon Brothers from a Different Mother Phillip Gwynne , Marjorie Crosby-Fairall (illustrator), Sydney : Penguin , 2017 11588888 2017 single work picture book children's

From a master storyteller comes this heartfelt tale of friendship . . . and seeing past our differences. 

'Tapir lives in the jungle. 

'Pig lives in the village. 

'But when they meet at the waterhole, they discover they are the same in so many ways. 

'They might even be brothers from a different mother!' (Synopsis)
1 1 form y separately published work icon The Sun the Moon and the Truth Phillip Gwynne , Patrick Burgess , ( dir. Aung Ko Latt ) 2015 Myanmar : The Myanmar Legal Aid Broadcasting Consortium , 2015 9145534 2015 series - publisher film/TV

'This imaginative new television show depicts dramatic legal issues encountered in day-to-day life within the community. The drama series explores the positive influence of fair justice and the conflict and despair caused by injustice. The series consists of 8 episodes.'

Source: Yangon Life (http://yangonlife.com.mm/en/article/sun-moon-and-truth). (Sighted: 20/11/2017)
1 y separately published work icon Michael Phillip Gwynne , Melbourne : Penguin Books , 2014 7438085 2014 single work children's fiction children's

Stuff happens sometimes.

Everyday stuff.

At school, at home, with sport, with mates.

For Ned it happened with a new teacher.

For Sean it happened starting at a new school.

For Michael it happened when he thought he was disappointing his parents.

For Jack it happened when a game at recess went wrong.' (Publication summary)
1 4 y separately published work icon Little Owl Phillip Gwynne , Sandy Okalyi (illustrator), Adelaide : Working Title Press , 2014 6485636 2014 single work picture book children's

'When Little Owl falls from his nest and opens his eyes for the very first time he has one big question. Whooooo? Whoooo? Whoooo am I? When Little Owl falls from his nest and opens his eyes for the very first time he has one big question. Whooooo? Whoooo? Whoooo am I? Little Owl nibbles on a blossom with a hungry sugar glider, hangs upside down with the bats in the branches, and struts on the ground like the cranky cockatoo. But at the end of the day, Little Owl still isn't sure who he is. Until from out of the darkness comes a distant Whoooo. Whoooo. Whoooo. This simple repetitive text by Phillip Gwynne accompanied by the sumptuous illustrations of Sandy Okalyi will be a favourite for early readers.'  (Publication summary)
2 1 y separately published work icon Take a Life Phillip Gwynne , Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2013 Z1938589 2013 single work children's fiction thriller children's

'I had never been so utterly, terribly alone. Who could I talk to? My parents? Sure. I wasn't even sure who they were anymore.

'Who could I ask whether killing another human being is ever justified?

'Dom's almost there. It's the sixth instalment and the end is in sight, but he's about to face the biggest hurdle. The Debt wants proof. Proof that Dom has the mettle to become one of them. Proof he can kill.

'Dom is desperate to be rid of this debt but at what cost? Could he put a friend out of their misery? Or defend himself to the bitter end? And if he does flush out who is behind this monstrous organisation, is he ready for the truth?

'This time it is not just a life at stake, it's humanity. Dom's humanity. And if Dom crosses the line, is there any coming back?

'The chilling conclusion to the edge-of-the-seat action thriller from a masterful storyteller.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
2 1 y separately published work icon Yamashita's Gold Phillip Gwynne , Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2013 Z1938586 2013 single work children's fiction thriller children's

'The Debt was the worst thing to have come into my life. It had almost killed me about a dozen times in a dozen different ways. But here I was wanting, willing, it to contact me. To give me the next instalment.

'After Rome, Dom has quit running. He's still training, though. Swimming lap after lap of the pool. And waiting.

'Until Dom receives another threatening message. In Latin. He doesn't know who is after him now, but he hopes it's The Debt. He's pieced together the puzzle of the previous instalments, and he knows that the fifth one must be the search for Yamashita's Gold - the legendary treasure looted during the Second World War that might have ended up in the waters of Diablo Bay.

'But for months he's heard nothing from The Debt. Just silence and more silence from this shadowy organisation. Could this message be it?

'But if Dom goes out searching, he won't be the only one looking for gold. And The Debt won't be the only organisation looking for Dom. It might be desperate times, desperate measures, but there's only one person looking out for Dom Silvagni - himself.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 2 y separately published work icon Yobbos Do Yoga My Dad Does Yoga Phillip Gwynne , Andrew Joyner (illustrator), Richmond : Hardie Grant Children's Publishing , 2013 Z1925802 2013 single work picture book children's

'The neighbours have moved out and now there is no one living next door - no music, no yowling cat, no howls of laughter. Peace and quiet at last, so Dad can do his yoga and be happy. Then Tubby, Ferret and King Wally Kahuna move in ... They love throwing parties and playing air guitar. They have dogs and cats and bad hair. Worst of all, they are ... YOBBOS! EVERYONE KNOWS THAT YOBBOS AND YOGA DON'T MIX - OR DO THEY?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
2 1 y separately published work icon Fetch the Treasure Hunter Phillip Gwynne , Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2013 Z1917989 2013 single work children's fiction children's thriller 'So must thou bear witness also at Rome ...

Dom should not be going to Rome with the rest of the track team. He wasn't good enough. He knows it. Coach knows it. Rashid, who should be going but isn't, knows it. But it seems The Debt has other plans.

So it's not long before Dom finds himself in Italy receiving the fourth instalment. He is to find E Lee Marx, the world's greatest treasure hunter who has gone into recluse following the tragic death of his son in a diving accident, and bring him back to the Gold Coast. It will require manipulation and deception, but Dom is fast becoming a master at both. So much so that when he's in Italy, Dom decides to do a little digging of his own. He travels to Calabria, to the very place where The Debt originated.

But the more Dom finds out about The Debt, the less he seems to know. Only one thing is sure - whatever they want, they get. Dom is fast losing his grip on right and wrong. The only thing that is right is survival.' (Publisher's blurb)
2 4 y separately published work icon Bring Back Cerberus Phillip Gwynne , Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2013 Z1917977 2013 single work children's fiction thriller children's 'Book three of a high-octane thriller series. Dom has four more Herculean tasks to perform...or lose a pound of flesh. In this instalment he has to find a valuable and mysterious piece of technology.

Dom should be concentrating on training for his big race and a possible spot on the Australian team to compete at the World Youth Games. But the powerful, shadowy organisation, The Debt, has other ideas. And as Dom knows: you don't mess with The Debt.

The Debt has handed down the next task to repay Dom's ancient family debt, and it's seemingly impossible! Procure a Cerberus. Rumoured to be still in development, Cerberus is an innovative piece of next-generation technology, only whispered about in the furthest reaches of cyberspace. Drawn into the shady world of black-hat hacking and industrial espionage, Dom will need every skill he's learnt, and acquire some more, to complete this instalment. How do you steal something that doesn't exist? This time will he fail and lose a pound of flesh?' (Publisher's blurb)
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