National Simultaneous Story Time - Activities
National Simultaneous Story Time is now in its 12th year!
My Book Corner tells you what's involved and provides a round up of some great Cranky Bear activities.
Owl Know How @ Outré Gallery with Clare Bowditch
Saturday 14th April 2012 at Outré Gallery central Melbourne was the setting selected for the reading of Owl Know How a new picture book by talented Australian creators Isobel Knowles and Cat Rabbit. Owl Know How is a unique creation which delighted and entertained a very captive audience.
Frané Lessac - Author Interview
My Book Corner is currently giving away THREE copies of Frané Lessac's latest book, The Greatest Liar on Earth, click here for details on how to enter.
Frané Lessac is an award winning artist, illustrator and author of children's books. In 2010 she was awarded The Muriel Barwell Award for Distinguished Service to Children's Literature. Frané is also a National Year of Reading Ambassador for Western Australia.
My Book Corner is delighted to present our interview with Frané for you to enjoy ...
CBCA Awards 2012
Children's Book Festival 2012
Even the sun came out in Melbourne today for the Children's Book Festival of 2012 which took place at the magnificent State Library of Victoria and The Wheeler Centre on Sunday 25th March 2012.
Children's Laureate
My Book Corner was delighted to learn the news - the announcement of the very first Australian Children's Laureate as none other than the inspirational Boori Monty Pryor together with best selling writer and illustrator Alison Lester.
Amazing Book Face Competition
Australia's National Year of Reading is in FULL swing at the moment and there are plenty of opportunities for you to immerse yourself in numerous fun filled tasks. In true My Book Corner style, we'll be highlighting the ones that really stand out! (Don't forget to check the Love2Read website for full details of ALL the fantastic events both nationally and locally). In the meantime you simply must take a look at this one ...
Jon Klassen - Author Interview
Learn about the man behind what is shaping up to be one of the most talked about picture books of 2011.
On the 8th March 2012 Sue Corbett, Publisher's Weekly, delighted Klassen fans by providing a gigantic teaser relating to Jon's second picture book.
Chris Haughton - Author Interview
Chris Haughton, winner of the Book Trust Best New Illustrator Award 2011, is the author and illustrator of A Bit Lost, and most recently Oh No, George! Chris has a unique style and a wry sense of humour that kids just get. We are delighted to have Chris here at My Book Corner answering our questions ... did he say marmite or vegemite?!
Find the Best Prices for the Best Books
LIVE BOOK PRICE COMPARISON comes to My Book Corner!
My Book Corner prides itself on bringing you reviews on the best books ... and now we are the first to also bring you live price comparisons so you can view the best prices too.
Boori Monty Pryor - Author Interview
Read on for the My Book Corner interview with Australia's first Children's Laureate. Boori is sharing this prestigious role with Alison Lester until 2014. Interviewing Boori Monty Pryor for My Book Corner was an honour and a real highlight of my 'work'.
Boori is a friendly, chatty and inspiring man who, on the day I spoke to him, had just completed three performances at schools - but still made time to speak to me.
His performances at schools, where he teaches children about his culture, have evolved over the years to become very interactive. Boori's aim is to immerse them in the culture, to encourage them to be a part of it rather than just observers.
