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The Greatest Liar on Earth

Award winning duo Frané Lessac and Mark Greenwood have created a children's picture book full of intrigue, imagination and Frané's unique illustrations.

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The Wrong Book

Wheelbarrow launched their second Book App on to the market in April 2012.  Filled with zany humour, The Wrong Book by Nick Bland has been thoughtfully adapted coping incredibly well with the transition from book to screen.

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Ten Scared Fish

This gorgeous picture book from award winning author Ros Moriarty is just perfect for attracting the attention and delighting the eyes of the younger age group, whilst being perfect for those just getting to grips with that tricky business of counting!

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Cinnamon Rain

This stunning début novel from Australian author Emma Cameron is perfect for the YA audience. Cinnamon Rain didn't take me long to read as I couldn't put it down! Intriguing, heartfelt and eloquently written, I loved it.

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Oh No, George!

If you've read A Bit Lost, you'll know the treat you are in for when you delve in to Oh No, George! by the award winning illustrator and author, Chris Haughton.

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Once there was a boy

A glimpse of the illustrations and a read of Dub Leffler's intention (see blurb)  were enough to catch the attention of My Book Corner.  I really enjoyed sharing this one with my children tonight.

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National Simultaneous Story Time - Activities

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.

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CBCA Awards 2012

CBCA Awards 2012
Adelaide, 3rd April 2012, and the all important short list in the world of Australian Children's Literature is announced by midday.
 
The Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA), have today announced the shortlist for each of the five categories, each normally containing six titles. In addition to this is the Crichton Shortlist, recognising new talent in the field of Australian children's book illustration which is administered by the Victorian branch of the CBCA.

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Owl Know How @ Outré Gallery with Clare Bowditch

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.

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Frané Lessac - Author Interview

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 ...

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Children's Book Festival 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.

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Children's Laureate

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.

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Find the Best Prices for the Best Books

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.

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Boori Monty Pryor - Author Interview

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.

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Andy Griffiths - Author Interview

Andy Griffiths - Author Interview

My Book Corner's interview questions aim to shake up the norm and throw in the quirky so that you can really get to know your favourite author and what makes them tick.

My Book Corner loved The 13-storey Treehouse and immediately contacted Andy Griffiths for an interview.

My Book Corner is very proud that Andy Griffiths is the first author to be featured, and very excited to tell you that we have more waiting in the wings!!

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