tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65722440778568310052024-03-16T12:11:42.015+11:00Tania McCartney BlogTania McCartney is an author, illustrator, editor and founder of literary site Kids' Book Review, the 52-Week Illustration Challenge and The Happy Book children's book podcast.Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.comBlogger2740125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-20895567206372023142023-12-13T12:12:00.003+11:002023-12-13T12:53:33.577+11:00Dorrie - Best Biography, Bookstagang Best of 2023<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBr-eTV90aGeUC_C30yDvA6sW7f8BLr8gce15Lz3XgmFLBCBvZdhVBV5ZCbxBDemT0L7b5XaSwRwCUuLZ1oUyWfMaY4R1a3VI57ehZT5-Fq9lxW7eE9A2IXeK3aXPm4j_KKNVT0XsCjbAk9HcSYMVNYBNMYSFAsm6AgJ-N-MZOGBUIzcH9At1j4FOUpdQz/s2004/Dorrie%20best%20biography%20bookstagang%202023.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1970" data-original-width="2004" height="588" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBr-eTV90aGeUC_C30yDvA6sW7f8BLr8gce15Lz3XgmFLBCBvZdhVBV5ZCbxBDemT0L7b5XaSwRwCUuLZ1oUyWfMaY4R1a3VI57ehZT5-Fq9lxW7eE9A2IXeK3aXPm4j_KKNVT0XsCjbAk9HcSYMVNYBNMYSFAsm6AgJ-N-MZOGBUIzcH9At1j4FOUpdQz/w597-h588/Dorrie%20best%20biography%20bookstagang%202023.jpg" width="597" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Mega thanks to the #Bookstagang_BestOf2023Aussie team for this gorgeous nod for Dorrie! Just thrilled to see her recognised in this way, and so happy to be alongside these other fab books. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you love kids' books, give these book-loving instagrammers are follow... @canyoutellmeastory @get.kids.booked @artsplorers_au @aussie_kids_books @ohcreativeday @lovefourreading @bookieboo.au @flipwithjoy </div> <p></p><p><br /></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-59442360497170426122023-12-09T15:24:00.001+11:002023-12-09T15:24:09.946+11:00Plume: Christmas Elf Launch<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JHyIk4UnWyWGQ0404zFnzx2IYrR5xGpemTJIJamRXoqXAVM3NPW4KvtsNgkDGqiYvwKPFxHIyx9V0nsGawwXdXi1RqE3AzIgkM8WxV9MDsVz9u8aoqvv-r-WmYpbrxOMhYD5RDdDTcEKGp3ZPFzeL6XEyag7vYxkCSEg2KMyFUffF3vJRBbSS8zXlB5a/s4032/IMG_4425.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1JHyIk4UnWyWGQ0404zFnzx2IYrR5xGpemTJIJamRXoqXAVM3NPW4KvtsNgkDGqiYvwKPFxHIyx9V0nsGawwXdXi1RqE3AzIgkM8WxV9MDsVz9u8aoqvv-r-WmYpbrxOMhYD5RDdDTcEKGp3ZPFzeL6XEyag7vYxkCSEg2KMyFUffF3vJRBbSS8zXlB5a/w480-h640/IMG_4425.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Today we launched Plume: Christmas Elf, hosted by the glorious Peter, Hannah and the team @ <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BookCowKingston?__cft__[0]=AZVqYoD52v7FYFR5LIybBzZNkC_oKkaFZ2KEZ4ZdGVO5_UNtH8dLbGFClpLEEpfU6vWOjneSYA2O1NfVc-lPT5pCsPFYvIn-NHN4QZZ9QOFqJU4XbmBskLWTWAS1jbcHDrdb67DaMregeSazSIiByfBfCpeXP2wC2908wVCBvJk5IQ&__tn__=-]K-R">The Book Cow - Kingston</a>!<div> <br />We had a beautiful spot in leafy Green Square, with stacks of candy canes, goodie bags and the cutest mylar balloons (which were a huge hit!).</div><div> <br />Thank you thank you to everyone who came along and braved that truly melting humidity this morning. I was terrified the book pages would curl in protest, but it was such a magical, fun time, with lots of laughter and candy-cane-sweet moments.</div><div><br />Thanks to my beautiful industry friends for the love and support - some gals I haven't seen in years! Indeed, this is the first launch I've had in 5 or 6 years. Has been a long time between page-flips and it meant so much to have you there.</div><div><br />Thank you to my beautiful girl Ella for the pics.</div><div><br />Wishing you a truly sensational Christmas season, and a well-deserved summer break (particularly teachers and TLs!). 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Knowing Chinese children can now explore these countries through the eyes of children their age, is a joy for me. We spent four years in Beijing when our kids were young, and I developed a real connection to Chinese children during our time there. </p><p>The books come in a paperback set with a collective sleeve. It also includes a concertina scrapbook for kids to draw and write stories in – perhaps of their own traditions and customs – and a booklet featuring some of the facts from the series, including our own ANZAC Day. </p><p>The production values are beautiful and I’m so grateful to Anouska Jones and EK Books and their rights team for securing this publication. And of course, the books were a team effort, with amazing illustrations by Tina Snerling (Lukas).</p><p>Click <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cye417Thbp_/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">here</a> to see a video of the books.</p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-43333743694123044482023-09-22T16:45:00.005+10:002023-10-24T13:39:33.291+11:00Plume: Christmas Elf Christmas Party Book Launch!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTHTjaw5f6E57M2ofm4nI-chbtAK8q0tEf2hotVo-6bjLHEtoNOx4dyF46DjO_r3W6Zi7cuxmUsvTRBGt_b8n_swPjVy6vZDp3U3ep-nBDXjaWPdqWrkCUSdBO_MpAKKOS2hU0gKBR7yk5G1JUsotQfWGMLZRlLoKM4uIOn96QG5oLWDvhOVALNSaH2xNJ/s2168/Christmas%20elf%20December%20launch.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2168" data-original-width="1904" height="713" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTHTjaw5f6E57M2ofm4nI-chbtAK8q0tEf2hotVo-6bjLHEtoNOx4dyF46DjO_r3W6Zi7cuxmUsvTRBGt_b8n_swPjVy6vZDp3U3ep-nBDXjaWPdqWrkCUSdBO_MpAKKOS2hU0gKBR7yk5G1JUsotQfWGMLZRlLoKM4uIOn96QG5oLWDvhOVALNSaH2xNJ/w626-h713/Christmas%20elf%20December%20launch.jpg" width="626" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Ok - we have a revised launch date for Plume Christmas Elf! The party will be held at </span><span class="xv78j7m" spellcheck="false" style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">The Book Cow, Kingston</span><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;"> on Saturday 9 December at 10.30am. </span><br /><br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">There will be a book reading and signing, mylar balloons and goodie bags, a polaroid frame to have your pic taken with Plume, goodie bags, a lucky door prize with some items featured in the book - and the chance to cuddle Plume!</span><br /><br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Come dressed in your best Christmas sparkle! A wonderful way to celebrate the upcoming festive season.</span><br /><br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Be sure to RSVP - click <a href="https://events.humanitix.com/book-launch-plume-christmas-elf-by-tania-mccartney" target="_blank">right here</a> or email helloATbookcow.com.au and let them know how many kids will be attending.</span><br /><br /><span style="white-space-collapse: preserve;">Plume and I can't wait to see you!</span><br /><div><br /> </div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-4631894474832991342023-07-28T16:37:00.003+10:002023-07-28T16:37:36.868+10:00May Gibbs' Legacy at the National Centre for Australian Children's Literature<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt-GnJZemRDMYfQ3eoJRLieYvOZHnJ0v_7E4NH4CtCAQxZxX4fFHHnen9O5q0n2Inff-KSydYjKCNbSV5V5WrCDQohT7kMsOYrR4YBm6yWPYAtWaM6zocJ5yJ7tHrqg6IKrmhRFlvZdAVRTc_cfXRnHbIMDq1jS0WSBBIdw6l0MR6WKyjjLij0dm-hxKor/s4032/IMG_8227.JPG" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="513" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt-GnJZemRDMYfQ3eoJRLieYvOZHnJ0v_7E4NH4CtCAQxZxX4fFHHnen9O5q0n2Inff-KSydYjKCNbSV5V5WrCDQohT7kMsOYrR4YBm6yWPYAtWaM6zocJ5yJ7tHrqg6IKrmhRFlvZdAVRTc_cfXRnHbIMDq1jS0WSBBIdw6l0MR6WKyjjLij0dm-hxKor/w684-h513/IMG_8227.JPG" width="684" /></a></div><p>I loved visiting <span class="xv78j7m" spellcheck="false">National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature Inc.</span> recently and writing up this blog post on the legacy of May Gibbs at the Centre. Click <a href="https://www.ncacl.org.au/blog/ncacls-may-gibbs-legacy-collection/" target="_blank">here</a> to read the entire piece.</p><br />Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-30776491932006543232023-07-20T11:00:00.003+10:002023-07-20T11:05:06.937+10:00Chief Minister's Reading Challenge School Visits 2023<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi343uCxDGr2TrxrUonPbEK1MxtRos6YuI3mWD6S6ec_X8DJPiqnkdRK16PWS1M3_PS5_0pMBa2iJ2uNcxtA03Dqk5Irf58kl6HS3Mzj5CVjQeEVPV37fJSW2knS-Hs2Cn7ddG2LA-vB2yKjoCC-bpCZuNMBW-yty1fCYi-mL2Y2GhOvT7cQNj1HlmGHIh3/s6000/STU03337.JPG" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3376" data-original-width="6000" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi343uCxDGr2TrxrUonPbEK1MxtRos6YuI3mWD6S6ec_X8DJPiqnkdRK16PWS1M3_PS5_0pMBa2iJ2uNcxtA03Dqk5Irf58kl6HS3Mzj5CVjQeEVPV37fJSW2knS-Hs2Cn7ddG2LA-vB2yKjoCC-bpCZuNMBW-yty1fCYi-mL2Y2GhOvT7cQNj1HlmGHIh3/w651-h352/STU03337.JPG" width="651" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: start;">Thanks to Dionne and Nic at the ACT Government Education Directorate for organising my two recent school visits for the </span><a href="https://www.education.act.gov.au/public-school-life/additional-programs/chief_ministers_reading_challenge" target="_blank">ACT Chief Minister's Reading Challenge</a>, and for their hard work every year on this amazing initiative. It's an honour to be an ambassador for the Challenge (since 2016). <span><a name='more'></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfHlQW4vU88lPU5VLxW5OoUaL2xlkbT9tOGJGjhy_QAJIEMAkZIjqV7bBR3quWDecMgvV35S8-wmbbiNgJCuZ-Vz2t6Ngj8EcKmEUiY9yYwuq3ukAAyKtN-80wGTdCxhMjiqxdLsmm0imzBpKwL5woKx5Nq9cSJL9HtEk8u0mdAYClT7p_Xwiwl38XpC7D/s1286/CMRC%20poster%202023.png" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1286" data-original-width="1020" height="474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfHlQW4vU88lPU5VLxW5OoUaL2xlkbT9tOGJGjhy_QAJIEMAkZIjqV7bBR3quWDecMgvV35S8-wmbbiNgJCuZ-Vz2t6Ngj8EcKmEUiY9yYwuq3ukAAyKtN-80wGTdCxhMjiqxdLsmm0imzBpKwL5woKx5Nq9cSJL9HtEk8u0mdAYClT7p_Xwiwl38XpC7D/w376-h474/CMRC%20poster%202023.png" width="376" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEtxd0fh1gDtPFL51mIcLly1Dr7cq_5_AcOKkUgNOzAcwLRZ_wc713zs-2emB4OTHfHJwfFr6TdBpSJe-X6b9M9PhqV6560bpB19SpBPLIfGvrLx_-OTgL7bYu0w5cotxmSVhRXM3K3XyUhPdsKsB55OtoB_F5v8KYdq0NtRDYI9LNc8DvfwtvHWs80CQW/s6000/STU03353.JPG" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="3213" height="475" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEtxd0fh1gDtPFL51mIcLly1Dr7cq_5_AcOKkUgNOzAcwLRZ_wc713zs-2emB4OTHfHJwfFr6TdBpSJe-X6b9M9PhqV6560bpB19SpBPLIfGvrLx_-OTgL7bYu0w5cotxmSVhRXM3K3XyUhPdsKsB55OtoB_F5v8KYdq0NtRDYI9LNc8DvfwtvHWs80CQW/w254-h475/STU03353.JPG" width="254" /></a><br /></div><div><br /></div>Visiting schools is a wonderful opportunity to connect with children and talk to them about books and literacy. I'm ever inspired by their inherent understanding of story, visual literacy and creative potential. Is your school involved in the Challenge?<div><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;">A fab write-up rom the Directorate:</span></b><div><br /></div><div>Tania McCartney visited Majura Primary School and St Francis of Assisi Calwell, offering students an opportunity to learn from her expertise and experiences as an author and illustrator. </div><div><br /></div><div>During her visit, Tania provided students with an insightful overview of the numerous roles she performs as an author and illustrator. She walked them through the process of idea generation, explaining how she identifies compelling topics for her books. </div><div><br /></div><div>Tania emphasised the importance of crafting words carefully to create engaging narratives, and described the intricacies of designing illustrations both by hand and using computer software. This comprehensive exploration of her roles broadened the students' understanding of the creative processes involved in producing a book. </div><div><br /></div><div>Tania stressed the significance of conducting thorough research when writing about animals and places. She shared with the students that accurate information enhances the credibility and authenticity of their work. </div><div><br /></div><div>One of the highlights of Tania's visit was the presentation of a 30-second video featuring her character, Plume (see it <a href="http://taniamccartney.blogspot.com/2022/10/happy-book-birthday-plume-festival.html" target="_blank">here</a>). The students were captivated by the visual storytelling and animation in the video.</div><div><br /></div><div>Tania shared the meticulous process involved in creating the video, revealing the time and effort required to bring a character to life. The students gained insight into the technical and creative aspects of video production, deepening their appreciation for the artistry behind multimedia storytelling.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzkk_axYWqizkRSgqnhrl8da2DwKduM60KU9P_eLSED-u7CjVAPZa6AJq4w1DvRlwkvhuEiLUoWCp_TpuKSOh7sbmG-xZ5cNfxmRKbhXWm6_5vfUmS49ivQt9QQ53AlML75aMefQHC4viHDgWr397mbYfRw6eeT1J1SICo-cdqTHVzfcHiJX6Q5Vd8il_j/s4000/Tania%20McCartney%20CMRC%20_115437.jpg" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="4000" height="481" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzkk_axYWqizkRSgqnhrl8da2DwKduM60KU9P_eLSED-u7CjVAPZa6AJq4w1DvRlwkvhuEiLUoWCp_TpuKSOh7sbmG-xZ5cNfxmRKbhXWm6_5vfUmS49ivQt9QQ53AlML75aMefQHC4viHDgWr397mbYfRw6eeT1J1SICo-cdqTHVzfcHiJX6Q5Vd8il_j/w641-h481/Tania%20McCartney%20CMRC%20_115437.jpg" width="641" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div></div><br /></div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-7147398351191540702023-07-09T08:01:00.002+10:002023-07-09T08:01:27.898+10:00Cover Reveal - Plume: Christmas Elf!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0GApuouev061ZyAWTzauUMhlN-zvhIJeKIDE-5XoLDQRl8RyukMnlK3kwZ0jBa7bPW1w3pTKsGeCd1odm9L6NCv_tgrpVm0cXbn7Ho9xVaQIB8bCpX2MD4t906eAN_W3G4wCOSPv2horUsuHaAy0BKbYn32y083YIzWD17uHGvHO-dTOamVSQc0gh1KNI/s3378/Plume_ChristmasElf_cover.jpg" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3378" data-original-width="2787" height="767" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0GApuouev061ZyAWTzauUMhlN-zvhIJeKIDE-5XoLDQRl8RyukMnlK3kwZ0jBa7bPW1w3pTKsGeCd1odm9L6NCv_tgrpVm0cXbn7Ho9xVaQIB8bCpX2MD4t906eAN_W3G4wCOSPv2horUsuHaAy0BKbYn32y083YIzWD17uHGvHO-dTOamVSQc0gh1KNI/w633-h767/Plume_ChristmasElf_cover.jpg" width="633" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I'm delighted to share the cover for <i>Plume: Christmas Elf,</i> book 4 in the Plume picture book series. I feel this is the most enchanting Plume book of all and I hope it brings a little bit of magic to your family this Christmas.<div><br /></div><div>Out in Australia/New Zealand on 4 October, you can pre-order by clicking the link below. Ho ho ho!</div><div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Plume: Christmas Elf (Book 4)</b><br />
(October 2023, Hardie Grant Explore, hardback: $24.99, 9781741177923) <br /><a href="https://lnk.to/PlumeChristmasElf" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;"><b>PRE-ORDER</b></span></a><b><br /></b><p></p><p><b>4 October Aus/NZ<br /></b><b>17 October USA + Canada<br /></b><b>19 October UK<br /></b> </p><p><i>Plume: Christmas Elf</i> is a sparkly picture book that celebrates the joy and magic of Christmas around the world – all wrapped up with a visit to Santa’s workshop in the North Pole.<br /> <br />It’s Christmas in Antarctica and our favourite travelling penguin is popping with festive excitement. There are gifts to wrap, cards to write, fairy lights to untangle and gingerbread to bake. </p><p>Ava of the Albatross Express is extra busy. The penguins are buying up big, decking their halls with the biggest and best gifts of all. But things go awry when Ava arrives with terrible news. Santa’s workshop is in trouble and toy production has stopped! </p><p>With a little help from his penguin friends, Plume is off to the North Pole. Can he help Santa and make children's wishes come true?<br /><br />Join the adorable Plume as he decks the ice halls with joy this Christmas. </p><p>The fourth title in Tania McCartney’s fantastical travel series that is the perfect Christmas gift for children aged 4 to 7 years, and everyone else, too.</p><p><b>#plumethepenguin</b> on social media. </p><p><br /></p></div></div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-26248145914246424072023-04-25T05:48:00.000+10:002023-04-25T05:48:08.948+10:00Wildlife Compendium of the World<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/blog-post_424.html" style="margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3389" data-original-width="2676" height="804" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoYtymx9mj7tgf9W1tU505tLa9QgLtVN1V6iLvOfbqyBQmyzn-pMC-YbZj9Ia7kNDJexhUh5z5Dvn95cjZRYwI4vLRE8OHOI05b76FDz1C0fF72707UWoq6_QwQzcfdO5OROG1C51iOY5RjnNfTAwkRSDXpLR745CYnW7jyYzrn3ixj2A6lCkEd7laDw/w635-h804/Wildlife%20cover%20FINAL%20front.jpg" width="635" /></a></div><br /><div>Just one week till Wildlife Compendium of the World publishes in Australia and New Zealand. Click the cover above for more info, including dates for US/Can and the UK. I'm so proud of this book. I hope you and the children in your life love learning more about our incredible faunal world.</div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-29856751304009253222023-04-10T16:38:00.004+10:002023-04-25T05:45:29.942+10:00Dorrie Window is GO!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigva8UU5GJ2fICOutZVbULD_OIyPb6tSTeZGFR4CRve4yOKu5sZQyTK5GA0zHtG5mQsrpqTbHNCX_6gHIeQ4QKU8PrUHKYzRGjguEpuciACNZcNqFaQ6IFREKj-OsQa5LjbJ8gYEP4qOgGTQcSuSRnEqA2wgLInfL5-xk62Xao4ZKjwqMjY5B3EEwy2Q/s3387/IMG_5817%202.jpg" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2540" data-original-width="3387" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigva8UU5GJ2fICOutZVbULD_OIyPb6tSTeZGFR4CRve4yOKu5sZQyTK5GA0zHtG5mQsrpqTbHNCX_6gHIeQ4QKU8PrUHKYzRGjguEpuciACNZcNqFaQ6IFREKj-OsQa5LjbJ8gYEP4qOgGTQcSuSRnEqA2wgLInfL5-xk62Xao4ZKjwqMjY5B3EEwy2Q/w640-h480/IMG_5817%202.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Dorrie window is go!<br /><br />Huge thanks to Harry Hartog Bookseller Woden Westfield for this superb space, yet again. Dorrie and Blinky feel so at home here among the glorious book and gifts!<br /><br />Thanks to Caitlin and Jemima for helping me sort this install. And to Emma at HarperCollins Children's Books Australia for sorting the image printing. Ever thanks to my divine publisher Lisa Berryman HarperCollins and editor Evie Tonelli (now publisher!) for this beautiful Dorrie journey.<br /><br />I’ve left some signed copies of the book instore, so do pop in if you’d like one. Or seven.<div><br /></div><div>See more about Dorrie right <a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/blog-post_18.html" target="_blank">here</a> and see my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cq1zrP8hEw4/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for a video.<span><a name='more'></a></span><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-JNLGuJwodPX6CiLHO2kuAcvfJEzAkeCeFIAU2vyPGBZoI_WfUw70y7CRgR2lgnlMnCRdzN7jk25LdGmfn0tft0HIOiEoH5KjutQMGweUR_5z2dtut5gE-vsVici5w4Af5qOo07-I_5ubZKx8vgQnSMKt11OMN_gqUEnoot6MrXsMSUd_Xfvtd94_A/s4032/IMG_5805%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-JNLGuJwodPX6CiLHO2kuAcvfJEzAkeCeFIAU2vyPGBZoI_WfUw70y7CRgR2lgnlMnCRdzN7jk25LdGmfn0tft0HIOiEoH5KjutQMGweUR_5z2dtut5gE-vsVici5w4Af5qOo07-I_5ubZKx8vgQnSMKt11OMN_gqUEnoot6MrXsMSUd_Xfvtd94_A/w480-h640/IMG_5805%202.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-43129348905345645522023-04-05T11:22:00.003+10:002023-04-05T11:22:54.816+10:00Dorrie event at the State Library of New South Wales<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL9e9V_p7OtS6O523Gjfthzcfojc0vPsv57Hv30kRJ-QEAoR38ZY6fsDW5SDe1MxYtORQ5YnkxYiNgl-D2s85C23faZQMQ_bo68iI-ezCAsGiPMsAJ5gaFLICiVn-XgOs370C0dU3ouC8LlHutc8YhYHCu2_wBSW-17fZYJXYq3WVlH9rPneOUOk42uQ/s1772/Dorrie%20Tania%20McCartney%20promo%20Apr%202023.png" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1175" data-original-width="1772" height="438" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL9e9V_p7OtS6O523Gjfthzcfojc0vPsv57Hv30kRJ-QEAoR38ZY6fsDW5SDe1MxYtORQ5YnkxYiNgl-D2s85C23faZQMQ_bo68iI-ezCAsGiPMsAJ5gaFLICiVn-XgOs370C0dU3ouC8LlHutc8YhYHCu2_wBSW-17fZYJXYq3WVlH9rPneOUOk42uQ/w661-h438/Dorrie%20Tania%20McCartney%20promo%20Apr%202023.png" width="661" /></a></div><p></p>Join me at the State Library of NSW on Friday 21 April for a journey through the illustrations in Dorrie - my picture book on the life of Dorothy Wall, creator of Blinky Bill.<br /><br />We’ll do a book reading, then will compare illustration styles with Dorothy’s works. There’ll also be some of her original artwork on display!<br /><br />Kids will also enjoy an illustration tutorial on some of Australia’s most beautiful plants and animals. My little Blinky Bill toy from the 1970s may help out, too.<br /><br />There will be some Dorrie colouring sheets to take home and I’ll be signing some books, too.<br /><br />The event runs from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Head to the State Library of NSW <a href="https://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/events/author-workshop-tania-mccartney" target="_blank">website</a> for more info and to book.<br /><div><br /></div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-27688813314860600422023-02-22T11:22:00.003+11:002023-03-06T11:07:28.689+11:00Cover reveal! Wildlife Compendium of the World<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/blog-post_424.html" style="margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3389" data-original-width="2676" height="831" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEY4OslHqJHCCf3ERMJJKlSJY1p5iT2kOT_VksjOMGZDF7PYnVhs6TaZiYAVSzGMelrnCtplBryW38KvqugUIq7TM7aG84WKQpbP4b6SW-cuuJszdVgdaWYFO7j1W5EYs3H_pXgrk4Oym3Z08Ok5kivW1a291IrwBQu84RjmBbwL64U04660WRsOnGWw/w656-h831/Wildlife%20cover%20FINAL%20front.jpg" width="656" /></a></div></div><p><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-size: medium;">I'm delighted to reveal the cover to my upcoming tome, Wildlife Compendium of the World! This book was some years in the making and is a true labour of love. What a joy it was to research and write about these extraordinary animals from every continent on Earth, and to draw each one in all their incredible, adorable, unique and sometimes terrifying glory!<span></span></span></span></p><a name='more'></a><p></p><p>With 88 pages, a stunning textured cover with copper foiling, it's both a book for kids AND adults, with information I hope will delight and inspire.</p><p>Huge thanks to the amazing team at Hardie Grant Explore and to my publisher Melissa Kayser for asking me to create this book. I'm so proud of it and can't wait to share these awe-inspiring creatures with you.</p><p>You can pre-order the book at the link below. Pre-ordering is an enormous help to creators and publishers, so thank you if you do! </p><p><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Wildlife Compendium of the World</b></span><br />
(May 2023, Hardie Grant Explore, hardback 88 pages, $24.99, 9781741177671)<span style="color: #e06666;"><b> </b></span><br /><b><span style="color: #e06666;"><a href="https://www.hardiegrant.com/au/publishing/bookfinder/book/wildlife-compendium-of-the-world-by-tania-mccartney/9781741177473" target="_blank">PRE-ORDER</a></span></b></p><p><b>3 MAY Aus/NZ<br />25 MAY UK<br /></b><b>6 JUNE USA + Canada</b><br /><br />From amphibians and reptiles to monotremes and pilosa, discover our world of enchanting fauna in this stunning illustrated book, <i>Wildlife Compendium of the World</i> by Tania McCartney.<br /><br />Divided by continent, and with a handy map opener, you can explore some of the wildest, weirdest and cutest animals that call Earth home. Each animal profile includes the Latin name, type, diet, size, weight, conservation status, curious facts about the species, and the collective noun or baby name for that animal.<br /><br />Meet a slug that resembles a banana and a fuzzball mammal with 90 strands of hair per follicle. Marvel at an ant that burns like fire, a pig-beaver-hippo-cow-camel hybrid that eats its own poop, and a creature with the shortest lifespan on Earth (five minutes!). Discover that a group of bears is called a sloth and a baby lizard is called a hatchling.<br /> <br />Wildlife Compendium of the World also features sections on animal types and environments, animal rights, a word glossary and the conservation status of each animal. 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<a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/blog-post_424.html" style="margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="3389" data-original-width="2676" height="299" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEY4OslHqJHCCf3ERMJJKlSJY1p5iT2kOT_VksjOMGZDF7PYnVhs6TaZiYAVSzGMelrnCtplBryW38KvqugUIq7TM7aG84WKQpbP4b6SW-cuuJszdVgdaWYFO7j1W5EYs3H_pXgrk4Oym3Z08Ok5kivW1a291IrwBQu84RjmBbwL64U04660WRsOnGWw/w282-h357/Wildlife%20cover%20FINAL%20front.jpg" width="250" /></a></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-59649434757131651312022-12-15T05:00:00.028+11:002022-12-15T16:28:12.700+11:00Dorrie - cover reveal!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL97UCPvY6uPgyx6REWkJkgibrvpNyI6exma7H87jMxvvDSZKHZkR3o_tEmHS3tMvSJpf1h4LTBMRCOjP3fq7fM7K_nSwrDQSPwhTPJ8ZzY6vmiJfkt9QbAxh0jGdncq9SyOnLHrok4xVdA3FCTSNuQNJkhVfx8XksDv6Mqe6Ru02wJWm16RKCZZ6rVw/s1946/Dorrie%20final%20cover.png" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1946" data-original-width="1575" height="749" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL97UCPvY6uPgyx6REWkJkgibrvpNyI6exma7H87jMxvvDSZKHZkR3o_tEmHS3tMvSJpf1h4LTBMRCOjP3fq7fM7K_nSwrDQSPwhTPJ8ZzY6vmiJfkt9QbAxh0jGdncq9SyOnLHrok4xVdA3FCTSNuQNJkhVfx8XksDv6Mqe6Ru02wJWm16RKCZZ6rVw/w605-h749/Dorrie%20final%20cover.png" width="605" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div>After the huge joy of writing on the life of May Gibbs (<i><a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/mamie-november-2018-harpercollins.html" target="_blank">Mamie</a></i>, A&R/HarperCollins Children's Books Australia, 2018), it made perfect sense to craft the story of Dorothy Wall – multi-talented artist and book creator, whose similarity to May is astonishing yet her life and works are far less known. You may know her as the creator of Australia’s iconic cheeky larrikin – Blinky Bill.<span><a name='more'></a></span></div><br />Crafting this book was glorious, as was working with the beautiful team at Harper Kids. A huge thank you to my amazing publisher Lisa Berryman, consummate editor Eve Tonelli, and the sensational Harper Design and MarComs team. I’m just so proud of this book and I can’t wait to share it with you. It’s out 1 February 2023!<br /><br />Dorrie, like Mamie, is a picture book that sits outside the box of biographical content for kids. It’s not meant to be a literal tick-the-boxes, linear, adult-centric work. It’s a magical interpretation of Dorothy’s life (and yes, her family called her Dorrie!) that’s set in an indeterminate time and focuses on enchantment and the tender relationship of creator and her koala muse. <br /><br />I’m hoping it will enchant young readers (and older!) with biographical elements imparted in a subtle way, mostly via visual narrative, but also plenty of clues in the text. And most of all, I’m hoping that Dorothy would be touched and proud of this homage to her short but impactful life. She truly was, among many other things, an incredible creator of story and image for children.<div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>DORRIE</b></div>1 February 2023, Angus&Robertson/HarperCollins Children's, $24.99, hardcover, 9781460760109)<br /><a href="https://www.booktopia.com.au/dorrie-tania-mccartney/book/9781460760109.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>PRE-ORDER RIGHT HERE</b></span></a><br />
<br /><div><b>BLURB</b></div><div>From the award-winning author-illustrator of <i><a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/mamie-november-2018-harpercollins.html" target="_blank">Mamie</a></i> comes a beautiful and inspiring picture book that celebrates Dorothy Wall, creator of the beloved Australian icon, Blinky Bill.</div><div><br /></div><div>In the land of long, white clouds and snowy peaks, a little girl is born. Her name is Dorothy, but her family calls her Dorrie.</div><div><br /></div><div>When Dorrie moves to a land of flat red deserts and squeaky beaches, a koala appears in a gumtree outside her window. This lovable larrikin brings a bundle of mischief ... and changes Dorrie's life forever.</div><div><br /></div><div>From the award-winning creator of Mamie, Dorrie celebrates the beloved and talented Dorothy Wall, and her treasured Australian icon, Blinky Bill.</div>
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Free download<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/19DPmm3ueJBHY7VmD2l1Q8HJWriQAjubV/view?usp=sharing" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="5638" data-original-width="4580" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDeIyTPaqQh3xGCsOh-o_VNf4VjCMchnKbjLy5MT3qNF41sWl5iXaKYOoBgd3Jgl7smKmz3OD8VW0iceiava1D9w350reC-NDHARrBMqXgQuKBDXYcLV2LwuxSt3GwOrmN1bBuPc-1QZvOKvm0Qnpj7hhJka4VU3_RSNi9XD0ZPyeEBNlHc4jMl_pSPg/w520-h640/Plume%20bookplates-04.jpg" width="520" /></a></div><p></p><p>Plume is bringing back the bookplate! He’s made one for <i>Festival Seeker</i>, but also <i>Global Nibbler</i> and <i>World Explorer</i>! <br /><br />If you’d like a free pdf download of each one, just click the <i>Festival Seeker</i> image above. <br /><br />Happy Pluming!<br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7TrTpGYzbHn9jfu4h0zhuyLgqs627sonteZ7qqs-B-x9sOWBtQV7oXVp2YqkMjeDjLdWN8xtjnm6p8NqoYaVOZCxr11Ix8V-EZUiB_lZMtr0c6kzxLzCTt9FWOpMTqYfAWg1eNYy-svzo1TR5O36rYK-u59cL-tOGSfJ53SkCQSjiz7k6MrTsZEbt7g/s5637/Plume%20bookplates-02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5637" data-original-width="4580" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7TrTpGYzbHn9jfu4h0zhuyLgqs627sonteZ7qqs-B-x9sOWBtQV7oXVp2YqkMjeDjLdWN8xtjnm6p8NqoYaVOZCxr11Ix8V-EZUiB_lZMtr0c6kzxLzCTt9FWOpMTqYfAWg1eNYy-svzo1TR5O36rYK-u59cL-tOGSfJ53SkCQSjiz7k6MrTsZEbt7g/w520-h640/Plume%20bookplates-02.jpg" width="520" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5ck972YiMDrQti5ptYJOnAWPjUI-_Oth1oICu_iy9wdg8yOqx-gqQmJhfAPhyh8xbaCXV3Ei3fCOHpV234ti8i0KI9otOZnRZ0_2yJwHbbGepMGJAaD_gAKd-pOEmyLI4eyfJQgrxoNY9TwEHTxVuX0vfukhV7j-Oa38EOQm0gJAiuJGPyWLHJ17skg/s5637/Plume%20bookplates-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5637" data-original-width="4581" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5ck972YiMDrQti5ptYJOnAWPjUI-_Oth1oICu_iy9wdg8yOqx-gqQmJhfAPhyh8xbaCXV3Ei3fCOHpV234ti8i0KI9otOZnRZ0_2yJwHbbGepMGJAaD_gAKd-pOEmyLI4eyfJQgrxoNY9TwEHTxVuX0vfukhV7j-Oa38EOQm0gJAiuJGPyWLHJ17skg/w520-h640/Plume%20bookplates-01.jpg" width="520" /></a></div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-3343622010525052092022-10-07T05:00:00.061+11:002022-10-07T05:00:00.206+11:00Wonderful Shoes on Play School Story Time!<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrJMtK0HJANWYjZrqJiWb840GLlDzKRFDQsIlA0kOqbeBBy7FZ0GvKpw6BIyeo7DCOIIYIFQGuk0F4Q1IP2A6VfWv3id-DjSxfqEhy0Sd-ryZ5iy7ONnY1bUNKx7FAONV-2ZATCuFZxGxhPL8ecTBY_yImqlsPQYvO7DE9QaFmOBA6Y4reVGoWnUBwtw/s1075/Play%20School%20Screen%20Grab.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="1075" height="314" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrJMtK0HJANWYjZrqJiWb840GLlDzKRFDQsIlA0kOqbeBBy7FZ0GvKpw6BIyeo7DCOIIYIFQGuk0F4Q1IP2A6VfWv3id-DjSxfqEhy0Sd-ryZ5iy7ONnY1bUNKx7FAONV-2ZATCuFZxGxhPL8ecTBY_yImqlsPQYvO7DE9QaFmOBA6Y4reVGoWnUBwtw/w640-h314/Play%20School%20Screen%20Grab.png" width="640" /></a><br /><br /></p><p>Emma and I are overjoyed to have <i>Wonderful Shoes</i> join the stable of gorgeous picture books on Play School Story Time!</p><p>Read by the divine Fifi Box and her daughter Trixie, the book is retrieved (along with an adorable pair of shoes) from the Magic Story Drawer, then read with plenty of stamp-stomping and click-clacking and tip-tapping, of course! </p><p>We even get to see Trixie's favourite shoe - the cutest pink heart boots. And her favourite shoe from <i>Wonderful Shoes</i>? The boots that go click-clack (a girl after my own pink heart).</p><p>This Story Time will appear on ABC Kids (free-to-air) on 19 October at 7.20am, or you can see it now on <a href="https://iview.abc.net.au/video/CK2109H013S00" target="_blank">iView</a>.</p><p>Huge thanks to Play School and the ABC, and to Windy Hollow Books. What a joy it is to have <i>Wonderful Shoes</i> shared with children all over Australia. </p><p>See more about <i>Wonderful Shoes</i> right <a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/wonderfulshoes.html" target="_blank">here</a>, and download the book's<i> </i>colouring pages <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1h_Pq1QVSggQfwsaJA_5YsVYTHWHc47jM/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhIvMTS18lSbqAwg34Tf9FABF4LMEJDzV8GYH_l3eejtk1EmkNHUj7A5Osb-CrfRJ1ZUgI9CWh5DVegHGTLwhe31hiV6lgSAfpOzM90gY-i3vOktwy7J5-DvcU8QNN09GB8P5kzcn6n9iihy19w5cr2wVCD-ysysi8Z2mXgIakO8AQEfNvFFL3mC8bkA/s4066/Wonderful%20Shoes%20Play%20School%20promo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4066" data-original-width="2835" height="874" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhIvMTS18lSbqAwg34Tf9FABF4LMEJDzV8GYH_l3eejtk1EmkNHUj7A5Osb-CrfRJ1ZUgI9CWh5DVegHGTLwhe31hiV6lgSAfpOzM90gY-i3vOktwy7J5-DvcU8QNN09GB8P5kzcn6n9iihy19w5cr2wVCD-ysysi8Z2mXgIakO8AQEfNvFFL3mC8bkA/w609-h874/Wonderful%20Shoes%20Play%20School%20promo.jpg" width="609" /></a></div><p></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-15856679476972919032022-10-06T07:27:00.000+11:002022-10-06T07:27:31.621+11:00Plume Festival Seeker Colouring Pages!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6yep_B0m_HGpZxbttqxPln3xM4FaC904b5_ZIXIiv53BS8ojK5zdFZfiCGpKZFDYRa_h18G80vLRiGqMaDqKaSoGychM3kw2Lp9zx-9ISSlxiKR0XduRwMevibQc4mh9xhgCcz5ELTAB88ng4sp6u1gHrU2pAicBEbnpgVLbnhPdXARWdeXrjiqgqaw/s2392/Screen%20Shot%202022-10-05%20at%2011.04.35%20am.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2392" data-original-width="1690" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6yep_B0m_HGpZxbttqxPln3xM4FaC904b5_ZIXIiv53BS8ojK5zdFZfiCGpKZFDYRa_h18G80vLRiGqMaDqKaSoGychM3kw2Lp9zx-9ISSlxiKR0XduRwMevibQc4mh9xhgCcz5ELTAB88ng4sp6u1gHrU2pAicBEbnpgVLbnhPdXARWdeXrjiqgqaw/w452-h640/Screen%20Shot%202022-10-05%20at%2011.04.35%20am.png" width="452" /></a></div><p>Hey, kids - do you love to colour in? I know I do! In celebration of the release of <i>Plume: Festival Seeker</i>, I've put together this ultra cute batch of colouring pages for you to enjoy.</p><p>Just click the book cover below and you can download a PDF to print out.</p><p>You can also see a little video of Plume dancing right <a href="http://taniamccartney.blogspot.com/2022/10/happy-book-birthday-plume-festival.html" target="_blank">here</a>!</p><p>Have fun! And don't forget to check out Festival Seeker right <a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/plume-festival-seeker-book-3-october.html" target="_blank">here</a> - or see it instore at any of the fabulous bookstores around Australia and New Zealand. For those of you in the UK - the book is out 13 October and 8 November in the USA and Canada.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T5aclzasKk54bB5wlhCv4GRXgTkJM_gO/view?usp=sharing" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1689" data-original-width="1400" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjARUcOWr50n4jjNDeEW86CMN7HhMovfJxOa6BezvbScYpUyT962RAPO1mm8V7Y6WsaW8nblXMQdaIZJwxnJ4rljYp0R9Tf-a9Nzj_Uvdu6bxrKxJVFnNRVpi2qaNcyLxoe30nDhhs9B1B4MzMe2pQgDjgmNorEZuZEvuNwlvKGZY3IplNN4ZzKlVHLHw/w530-h640/Festival%20Seeker%20foil.jpg" width="530" /></a></div><br /> <p></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-96325870685179462022-10-05T08:41:00.010+11:002022-10-05T08:46:13.599+11:00Happy book birthday, Plume Festival Seeker!<center><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="1030" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JbJkVgDkZ-o" title="HAPPY BOOK BIRTHDAY, PLUME FESTIVAL SEEKER!" width="579"></iframe> <div><br /></div></center><div>Happy book birthday, Plume: Festival Seeker!<br /><br />Join our intrepid little voyager in his latest adventurous romp—this time enjoying the myriad spectacular festivals around the world!<br /><br />A riot of colour and light and joy, experience Holi in India, Up Helly Aa in Scotland and Carnival in Rio, among many other exciting celebrations.<br /><br />Festival Seeker releases today in Australia/New Zealand - 13 October in the UK and 8 November in the US/Canada. Available in stores and online.<br /><br />See more right <a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/plume-festival-seeker-book-3-october.html">here</a>!</div>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-27078649823818297972022-10-01T15:23:00.001+10:002022-12-21T15:26:14.069+11:00Plume: Festival Seeker in the Geelong Advertiser<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqvfAayMuaPnI1z_klILcVjg2kskXoo_lTAXKYh7l-EInB0dMwLYrABPUC9NtmCwEWZxJrBrFj-b2qhGR63IBei9YOaxjxf77tM__Rl59re5sIultDzwTKVrkDWr9G5jUwgBHlvbYaH1hLhGYz8JRl0iUMzLVkYb5ANmVmhmM_8kOdb_vn0_jmazoHhQ/s1920/Screen%20Shot%202022-12-21%20at%203.25.05%20pm.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1626" height="769" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqvfAayMuaPnI1z_klILcVjg2kskXoo_lTAXKYh7l-EInB0dMwLYrABPUC9NtmCwEWZxJrBrFj-b2qhGR63IBei9YOaxjxf77tM__Rl59re5sIultDzwTKVrkDWr9G5jUwgBHlvbYaH1hLhGYz8JRl0iUMzLVkYb5ANmVmhmM_8kOdb_vn0_jmazoHhQ/w651-h769/Screen%20Shot%202022-12-21%20at%203.25.05%20pm.png" width="651" /></a></div><br /><p></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-87700145448950478392022-08-11T13:29:00.000+10:002022-08-11T13:29:02.871+10:00COVER REVEAL - Plume: Festival Seeker!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY4F-fPZ2RSwVKrkrxtQcHmdwv-gcG938bxOE2m6_5ff5Y_-8Y5fZP-kv-SXijuGfWR-cTa4D1K1TvbEMzfOXTqIblHWF1Gfgy7AWdZUA0VMNxymj73D7KLCkdwh3d1RE8XEDS3QseOqzf4A7B5kbK68F7cyripagVBsUlQp7929So0Zy3JotHNBsSxA/s967/Plume%20Festival%20Seeker%20asset.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="920" data-original-width="967" height="627" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY4F-fPZ2RSwVKrkrxtQcHmdwv-gcG938bxOE2m6_5ff5Y_-8Y5fZP-kv-SXijuGfWR-cTa4D1K1TvbEMzfOXTqIblHWF1Gfgy7AWdZUA0VMNxymj73D7KLCkdwh3d1RE8XEDS3QseOqzf4A7B5kbK68F7cyripagVBsUlQp7929So0Zy3JotHNBsSxA/w659-h627/Plume%20Festival%20Seeker%20asset.jpg" width="659" /></a></div> <p></p><p></p><div class="kvgmc6g5 cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Cover reveal—<i>Plume: Festival Seeker!</i></div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">The third title in the series, and with its holographic rainbow cover, <i>Festival Seeker</i> celebrates - what else? - 'celebrations' themselves!</div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Throughout the year, the world is plump with astonishing festivals and Plume loves them all. Journey alongside this adventurous, color-loving penguin as he jumps aboard the Albatross Express to take part in a range of enchanting events across the globe. </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"><span><a tabindex="-1"></a></span> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Stare in wonder at the Up Helly Aa fire festival in Scotland and the freaky Day of Masquerade in Costa Rica. Get messy at the squelchy Boryeong Mud Festival in South Korea or La Tomatina tomato battle in Spain. </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Throw a rainbow of color during Holi in India or enjoy a celebration of gifts, sweets and kindness at Eid al-Fitr in Algeria. </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">A year of wonder and excitement culminates in Plume's favorite festival of them all - Christmas. Will his penguin friends join him for the celebrations?</div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"><b>Out 5 October in Au/NZ, 13 October UK, 8 November USA/Can. </b></div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">Stay tuned for some festival fun in the lead-up to pub date. And don’t forget you can make every author’s dreams come true and pre-order the book instore or <a href="https://www.hardiegrant.com/.../plume.../9781741177909" target="_blank">online</a>. </div></div><div class="cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql o9v6fnle ii04i59q"><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;"> </div><div dir="auto" style="text-align: start;">I can’t wait to share this celebratory book with you!</div></div><br />Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-795037164518155562022-06-27T08:53:00.009+10:002022-08-02T14:49:19.298+10:00WIN! An art supply pack with Plume: Global Nibbler<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiegk88UjAlYU6heFui7HJqhU756XXUCgkQ4xjxbLbXFTcW9DuR6FQ7cCtbrs2djDG_1SUFl8BpT4jvy9Nx6xxowQp8zpmxwLfCD0muSqKROHeZLCwjSs-osquLR2k5ePsroPvinabWsfKGSNaCJof_q43Olw4jDSU_lqwAEhTimlCxjQzoCeTF1R9Wcw" style="margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" data-original-height="1458" data-original-width="1473" height="635" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiegk88UjAlYU6heFui7HJqhU756XXUCgkQ4xjxbLbXFTcW9DuR6FQ7cCtbrs2djDG_1SUFl8BpT4jvy9Nx6xxowQp8zpmxwLfCD0muSqKROHeZLCwjSs-osquLR2k5ePsroPvinabWsfKGSNaCJof_q43Olw4jDSU_lqwAEhTimlCxjQzoCeTF1R9Wcw=w640-h635" width="640" /></a> <br /></p><p><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 a8c37x1j fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id" dir="auto">COMPETITION IS CLOSED</span></p><p><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 a8c37x1j fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id" dir="auto">Life
in Antarctica can sometimes feel a little black and white - just ask
Plume, our favourite globetrotting penguin. Travelling around the world
on the Albatross Express, Plume is ever on the hunt for exciting new
experiences, grand adventures and stacks of colour!<br /><br />This school
holidays, to celebrate Plume's latest travels in <i>Plume: Global Nibbler</i>,
we're running a colouring competition for little adventurers! Add a
splash of colour and flavour to Plume's tasty food adventures and you
could win an arts supply pack valued at $100. <br /><br />Click <a href="https://www.hardiegrant.com/.../2022-Plume-Colouring..." target="_blank">here</a> to download the colouring sheets and find out how to participate!</span></p><p><span class="d2edcug0 hpfvmrgz qv66sw1b c1et5uql oi732d6d ik7dh3pa ht8s03o8 a8c37x1j fe6kdd0r mau55g9w c8b282yb keod5gw0 nxhoafnm aigsh9s9 d3f4x2em iv3no6db jq4qci2q a3bd9o3v b1v8xokw oo9gr5id" dir="auto"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQIggo98TSX8zDFldk9OsnSp7jF8K5h9KaLm87Qpkibgbg9_XnlXVV5fqFgawAd3z-_DImW99ZVTbmD7nraNVB4yOSMbFyqkwRSR4t80lWOPd3bx-xAV2u09KBgiDLs-zRQgU3BJqrXpcbx4D9aX_ibJbv8o_wrf8N1DUMrOD5Hm4fZ6BdFpmiCg1qRg/s970/AmazonAPlumeGN4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="970" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQIggo98TSX8zDFldk9OsnSp7jF8K5h9KaLm87Qpkibgbg9_XnlXVV5fqFgawAd3z-_DImW99ZVTbmD7nraNVB4yOSMbFyqkwRSR4t80lWOPd3bx-xAV2u09KBgiDLs-zRQgU3BJqrXpcbx4D9aX_ibJbv8o_wrf8N1DUMrOD5Hm4fZ6BdFpmiCg1qRg/w640-h396/AmazonAPlumeGN4.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /> <br /><p></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-59984693361963875772022-06-11T16:42:00.004+10:002022-06-11T16:48:20.836+10:00CBCA Conference, Canberra<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4_TO-ANcsm6gHFyXGphyueAk4TQjCgy4IQeTGSH5KLWrS1rRV_6Odl-BjoxpeWm88lpM2ArjsyC76BsxSazNpB783vhOIHWSdndAsI1fHY_GbFlROKo3OGOPlI9ea-wQzKR_6kCsQDEoJNX2iLnyOECQw-UYuQfLyiDQ_1Y1fG43q6erf3zsgHYYGBA/s2950/IMG_7799.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2950" data-original-width="2880" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4_TO-ANcsm6gHFyXGphyueAk4TQjCgy4IQeTGSH5KLWrS1rRV_6Odl-BjoxpeWm88lpM2ArjsyC76BsxSazNpB783vhOIHWSdndAsI1fHY_GbFlROKo3OGOPlI9ea-wQzKR_6kCsQDEoJNX2iLnyOECQw-UYuQfLyiDQ_1Y1fG43q6erf3zsgHYYGBA/w624-h640/IMG_7799.jpg" width="624" /></a></div><br />Well, it feels like life is kinda sorta getting back to some semblance of normal. Events are unfolding and people are actually going, OMG. A book reading here, a signing there, a children's book conference and lunch and coffee and gadding about a little. <p></p><p>I feel like a grizzly bear waking from a long winter nap, cautiously poking my head out, drawing in fresh, blossomy air.</p><p>I presented twice at the Children's Book Council's Canberra conference - readings/fireside chats Friday night and a panel today, alongside The Inimitables - Bruce Whatley and Dub Leffler - two divine humans. Also spent long overdue time with my beloved publisher Lisa Berryman (HarperCollins Children's). I then lunched with local darling, Leanne Barrett (had been years!) and I have to say - I am full. Uplift, encouragement, support, inspiration, FUN! This is what we want and need.</p><p>I might even make this Going Out business more of a priority. A new dawn!<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYoCI3US_YZkKWXQm6vkigHXhPX2KSMruLuZ6bootOtOQccXnZMiF-Cy00OjoitFZIQ_d1wSgEV_em6Z3JFFO6IjCgj3LtF1sSguLzmAsGGU8AjngLV55Xaaah5zJwzY1ZCr0mimlayu-L_qeJJYtpWoLsM4cHegwFkqfGD70-_Zb7X4I2cMx77KHPA/s3213/IMG_7817%20copy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3213" data-original-width="3010" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYoCI3US_YZkKWXQm6vkigHXhPX2KSMruLuZ6bootOtOQccXnZMiF-Cy00OjoitFZIQ_d1wSgEV_em6Z3JFFO6IjCgj3LtF1sSguLzmAsGGU8AjngLV55Xaaah5zJwzY1ZCr0mimlayu-L_qeJJYtpWoLsM4cHegwFkqfGD70-_Zb7X4I2cMx77KHPA/w600-h640/IMG_7817%20copy.jpg" width="600" /></a></div><p></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-38339746674877351672022-06-05T14:55:00.005+10:002022-06-05T14:56:17.204+10:00Plume Global Nibbler Tour + Reading<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPvkhzDzZcSHkMg5X3GPD9JFZDeephwTf-moJjbZMAfnpnqKajAkKdIVUGJZsW79SFA5EhLwsaX1HtjoJ6mAy_PrDYHAGzLxxx8VNisZhhQSg9mvzmEW_dvBKGgKsGXjf48myeay-M0N9Z8z5RwRYcZpbUCiC4hQhuA2ep3i9llgwvstKmgjlkJwihJw/s4032/IMG_0610.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPvkhzDzZcSHkMg5X3GPD9JFZDeephwTf-moJjbZMAfnpnqKajAkKdIVUGJZsW79SFA5EhLwsaX1HtjoJ6mAy_PrDYHAGzLxxx8VNisZhhQSg9mvzmEW_dvBKGgKsGXjf48myeay-M0N9Z8z5RwRYcZpbUCiC4hQhuA2ep3i9llgwvstKmgjlkJwihJw/w480-h640/IMG_0610.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div> <p></p><p>You know you're caught in a whirlind when you cover 7 bookstores in 8 hours in the inner city of Sydney, then 8 bookstores in 8 hours in Melbourne the very next day! What a super cool time I had on this mini book tour for Plume: Global Nibbler. Huge thanks to the lovely Kirstie and Kasi and the team at Hardie Grant Explore, for organising.</p><p>I not only met some truly gorgeous people, but what a treat it was to visit stores I've never seen, and return to those I've always loved - decades later. Thank you to each and every store for your support and warm welcome. </p><p>I left a rather large batch of signed book copies in my wake (also Plume World Explorer and other books, too) in every single store, and below you'll find a list of each one, so pop in and snaffle one of these limited signed copies while they last.<br /></p><p>Here are a handful of pics - I worked my tail off to get these photos, I'm posting some! LOL. The last one is Plume spotted in the wild at Sydney airport. <span></span></p><a name='more'></a><br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIw2_NmHNbvZGGUmyhrc2wXw8kYOdHGYONWD5r396w1llqatvy3SeKPcaFtKQtkK1HAgJdL1y0gDoJKySNFtCj49PPIyVZ-_2ygYqVCrOgk4y-XLtPYGITWgw86LhL8bMIBfarDLjLyF8VNTsAw7BFQljwuTm_t4I4_IWv8294YjwG6ewOuE8ZvRHC-A/s4032/IMG_7553.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIw2_NmHNbvZGGUmyhrc2wXw8kYOdHGYONWD5r396w1llqatvy3SeKPcaFtKQtkK1HAgJdL1y0gDoJKySNFtCj49PPIyVZ-_2ygYqVCrOgk4y-XLtPYGITWgw86LhL8bMIBfarDLjLyF8VNTsAw7BFQljwuTm_t4I4_IWv8294YjwG6ewOuE8ZvRHC-A/w300-h400/IMG_7553.jpg" width="300" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs5PzTuwcaJw8usGwpGvfEJnlr87Vokk5KK6nBoVdz0pYKCZrFa-eXKQ6IZODxPrEyryZUlTVc42--VeXr_hE7vOhWZONFaY08jA2ELnWaWIUlrdYtb00McZRiwzZPbZN2ZZwr4JeSWktuqc6p5rMnRjzYqIvrhJs1g55Bz65q53zyhC3y2XzzmeM3BA/s4032/IMG_0606.heic" style="margin-left: 1em; 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As ever, it's utterly divine! See below for pictures. Huge thanks to Kathryn and the team for having me, and to all the kids who came along, despite the icy temps! </p><p>It was so lovely to see the kids engage with Plume and his love of food from all over the world. 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There's sushi and kebabs and pad thai, and of course, pizza! Can Plume tempt the tastebuds of his Fussy Eater penguin friends with this gastronomic tour de force?</p><p>A wonderful way to introduce children to the wonders of our world, this second book in the Plume series highlights new sights and sounds, but also flavours - and is an entrancing way to help little ones explore life-enriching diversity.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIHkNVJRLRet5t3SkBQxGZClc71GQ3bu8U8IBZ9mwS2LZTfNRTWM1ETkT0ZcjCfLhZDIGnrTELQxYJ_LOfeQtZ0zhGB10q1ASlbxLuFYoEyen-LQfnF7cVeqEcMq-Dp444kwE0pRjvB2i0R2wbrDRdHQgxdfPxRLsc5H01lYXDNOTJmL9OCjJEnmpJKQ/s3449/P16_P17_Ava_Penguins.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3449" data-original-width="2858" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIHkNVJRLRet5t3SkBQxGZClc71GQ3bu8U8IBZ9mwS2LZTfNRTWM1ETkT0ZcjCfLhZDIGnrTELQxYJ_LOfeQtZ0zhGB10q1ASlbxLuFYoEyen-LQfnF7cVeqEcMq-Dp444kwE0pRjvB2i0R2wbrDRdHQgxdfPxRLsc5H01lYXDNOTJmL9OCjJEnmpJKQ/w530-h640/P16_P17_Ava_Penguins.png" width="530" /></a></div><p>Ava is prepped for take-off - I wonder which dish will be her favourite?</p><p>If you live in Canberra, I'll be at Harry Hartog Bookstore in Woden Plaza on Saturday 28 May, installing a fab Plume window. Do pop by and have a look! There'll also be signed books for sale.<br /></p><p>See more about the book right <a href="https://taniamccartneyweb.blogspot.com/2012/11/plume-global-nibbler-book-2-may-2022.html" target="_blank">here</a>. For those in the UK, publication date is 26 May, and in North America, publication date is 7 June.</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxJWtJJMxYJx3WhUPEWhKL_hqAMFgDcbhM24GjA-CVEzxmYSU_bSDzeS-KDOn4PNxTQTrhGrLR1-wYuUNugo-pp6lvreZoqBg5a6Cfh86wX-7wZsG9utCyVD1N1Zk_xdB5UH3zznTsEOLjEw0r0-ddTCABY5qq2uj8HCTzwmA5r5FgVTX368gAmOv-6g/s3378/Plume%20Global%20Nibbler%20final%20cover%20RGB.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3378" data-original-width="2798" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxJWtJJMxYJx3WhUPEWhKL_hqAMFgDcbhM24GjA-CVEzxmYSU_bSDzeS-KDOn4PNxTQTrhGrLR1-wYuUNugo-pp6lvreZoqBg5a6Cfh86wX-7wZsG9utCyVD1N1Zk_xdB5UH3zznTsEOLjEw0r0-ddTCABY5qq2uj8HCTzwmA5r5FgVTX368gAmOv-6g/w530-h640/Plume%20Global%20Nibbler%20final%20cover%20RGB.jpg" width="530" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-64931187607413871602022-04-10T08:03:00.008+10:002022-04-10T08:04:20.943+10:00Plume Article on Paperbark Words<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTUGxRFDWtsS-ZqSkGlfyKETl-zI7qvYE3GOQF0OogMOZoenab1yplbd1Alg8HTSbbKM41R2-Hb5Sb5wJZmLgtWgs2iRSf1zp0YDea2WXA68qvOlcImfqato_J4zLwJ8LItxnAKwHW81Fk9p1WHVF6uXDI2YvN4iQ3z15qD8Z01DLJMWCsJQnO9s5sfA/s3216/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-10%20at%208.01.26%20am.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2424" data-original-width="3216" height="496" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTUGxRFDWtsS-ZqSkGlfyKETl-zI7qvYE3GOQF0OogMOZoenab1yplbd1Alg8HTSbbKM41R2-Hb5Sb5wJZmLgtWgs2iRSf1zp0YDea2WXA68qvOlcImfqato_J4zLwJ8LItxnAKwHW81Fk9p1WHVF6uXDI2YvN4iQ3z15qD8Z01DLJMWCsJQnO9s5sfA/w659-h496/Screen%20Shot%202022-04-10%20at%208.01.26%20am.png" width="659" /></a></div><p></p><p>So much fun to visit the amazing <a href="https://paperbarkwords.blog/2022/04/09/travelling-the-world-with-plume-by-tania-mccartney/" target="_blank">Paperbark Words blog</a> with this piece on Plume and my inspiration and joy behind the Plume series. I also talk about children's picture books and why they - and travel - are so vital; how they form adult readers.</p><p>Thanks to the lovely Joy for having me. <br /></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-49545291023844098692022-03-31T06:00:00.015+11:002022-05-03T07:22:18.913+10:00COVER REVEAL! Plume: Global Nibbler<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFO3efLiWQeT9UJZ4kUIE85BJus-dCii91p31v-pdJcWoHlA3-_tOHp5cM-NRsVYML_vipgQa5h8wbJqBXuz_s8ZomFmQruXb3jfD33M4sIs89j4Se6NcFq9oFgvUigk5tRY4k4siX1HSOqluPvOQjpvNkH7EzIrGMLJ0ak_PD9Icmn57_EGYTYpXpIg/s1048/Plume%20cover%20website.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="919" data-original-width="1048" height="545" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFO3efLiWQeT9UJZ4kUIE85BJus-dCii91p31v-pdJcWoHlA3-_tOHp5cM-NRsVYML_vipgQa5h8wbJqBXuz_s8ZomFmQruXb3jfD33M4sIs89j4Se6NcFq9oFgvUigk5tRY4k4siX1HSOqluPvOQjpvNkH7EzIrGMLJ0ak_PD9Icmn57_EGYTYpXpIg/w620-h545/Plume%20cover%20website.jpg" width="620" /></a></div></div><p><span style="font-size: small;">I’m delighted to reveal the cover for the second book in the Plume series of travel picture books for kids—<i>Plume: Global Nibbler</i>! <br /> <br />Yes, yes, this book is all about the delectable food to be found all over the world - from Sweden to Ethopia, I wonder if you can guess which other countries Plume visits on his quest to tempt the tastebuds of his penguin friends? Comment on my <a href="https://www.instagram.com/taniamccartney/?hl=en" target="_blank">Instagram page</a> with the country of your favourite cuisine.<br /> <br />Scroll down to see a peek, and stay tuned for some upcoming Plume fun, including a window at Harry Hartog Bookstore, Woden!<br /><br /><i>Plume: Global Nibbler</i><br />Hardie Grant Explore<br />Hardcover 9781741177671, $24.99<br />Out 18 May in Australia, 26 May in the UK, 7 June in the US and Canada.<br /></span><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://www.hardiegrant.com/au/publishing/bookfinder/book/plume_-global-nibbler-by-tania-mccartney/9781741177671" target="_blank"><span style="color: #e06666;">PRE-ORDER</span></a> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: small;"><b>#plumethepenguin</b> on social media. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: small;"> <br />‘…Join the most adorable penguin world explorer on a gastronomic jaunt around the planet in Plume: Global Nibbler, the second book in Tania McCartney’s series for little ones, celebrating the cultures and diversity of the world around us! </span></p><p><span style="font-size: small;">Plume loves to cook – and to eat. He loves a bit of spice and he’s on a mission to fire up the tastebuds of his fussy-eater penguin friends. With the help of his dear friend Ava (of the Albatross Express), he leaves Antarctica in search of the world’s most delicious local dishes and treats. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: small;">From Iranian kebabs and Swedish cinnamon pastries, to Ethiopian injera flatbread and the chewy crispiness of Italian pizza … can these delightful dishes tempt Plume’s friends away from krill in favour of a truly global smorgasbord? </span></p><p><span style="font-size: small;">This delightful picture book is perfect for introducing children (ages 4 and up) to new foods as Plume seeks out tasty dishes, tempting snacks and truly authentic local fare from countries around the world…’</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH7oZ8_IVaHhpzBQ7nxvzyZhNxslcKUKazpIPcqU-ngf6cOhsHUdVbCyPEYNv6Tnrk644XRN6xVw9ewA1rHMoZ3DKR1m197L30xYOKSFqSvV5eD8ZJEFl4q7BZFAbyzaxf9z53RmFXe49nD9t97qi4bd32WfQ0tPucBm8NszAqgSXqVrnqSNJUd9pwWA/s970/AmazonA+_PlumeGN%5B57%5D.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="970" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH7oZ8_IVaHhpzBQ7nxvzyZhNxslcKUKazpIPcqU-ngf6cOhsHUdVbCyPEYNv6Tnrk644XRN6xVw9ewA1rHMoZ3DKR1m197L30xYOKSFqSvV5eD8ZJEFl4q7BZFAbyzaxf9z53RmFXe49nD9t97qi4bd32WfQ0tPucBm8NszAqgSXqVrnqSNJUd9pwWA/w647-h400/AmazonA+_PlumeGN%5B57%5D.jpg" width="647" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGUvc3a6Y16J5Kv4zVfVZv35jrhysJLRJ-GoGfk_FczB_-6hd8W8vFkCF1AZdTs1rkNQ77Rh_hWfQlh_rzauMaFu7HDCEqRela-SqLEvC-1iH2T44pLIcTIWQuR7QB7ECDAjTJFsOxMQsSaxwq5haofimFZ_BRJ_x3As0ZzfU7va2gTCn30oQ-5pPL7Q/s970/AmazonA+_PlumeGN2%5B94%5D.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="970" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGUvc3a6Y16J5Kv4zVfVZv35jrhysJLRJ-GoGfk_FczB_-6hd8W8vFkCF1AZdTs1rkNQ77Rh_hWfQlh_rzauMaFu7HDCEqRela-SqLEvC-1iH2T44pLIcTIWQuR7QB7ECDAjTJFsOxMQsSaxwq5haofimFZ_BRJ_x3As0ZzfU7va2gTCn30oQ-5pPL7Q/w646-h400/AmazonA+_PlumeGN2%5B94%5D.jpg" width="646" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><br />
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</p><p></p><p></p><p></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572244077856831005.post-3434845003997661942022-03-12T13:12:00.001+11:002022-03-12T13:12:11.403+11:00Lismore Flood Recovery Auction - Plume World Explorer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiM6eT0b2UcrRJxcMmr0qJtnnNK8_vwhRVeouBDN6mum-qcOPu4cry1S-qbqb7id5tNuXvN56YAFe7bHMywXzKrrDE5zdZm8MP14Eicp6RhyBwLoYYhJ0qxZZ6MRTY2lsdKOBnGtZHmQ3R3ekNGI0W48ZtS9jOYmMSSb_fxJbsKUXjuxu0ZQcPBviTBiA=s3123" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3123" data-original-width="3011" height="637" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiM6eT0b2UcrRJxcMmr0qJtnnNK8_vwhRVeouBDN6mum-qcOPu4cry1S-qbqb7id5tNuXvN56YAFe7bHMywXzKrrDE5zdZm8MP14Eicp6RhyBwLoYYhJ0qxZZ6MRTY2lsdKOBnGtZHmQ3R3ekNGI0W48ZtS9jOYmMSSb_fxJbsKUXjuxu0ZQcPBviTBiA=w616-h637" width="616" /></a></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiuKT2OgNPsglvEt7fzignrM5rl-zMJOggXgxLpZp1rtHOk8J-CV_gHD1WrfJUQnBqAozqnxH5x5uE7P4ZCkEfwlLeYNjExsD2nnVAfL8GekQRfmaccksbgsGEsWY6TDLiKLgq2_ombe-vwMhdPUuR4Rx7TlO6tldTwio9wWOY4rK8wgRwetGDYkIy2Sw=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><p>There seems to be so much suffering in the world right now, and finding ways to help can be tough, especially when those in trouble live so far away. The Lismore Flood Recovery Auction initiative is a great way to help families and business who've suffered such loss in the recent floods. Huge thanks to the amazing Zanni Louise for coordinating this mega feat.<br /></p>To help raise funds, I'm offering a mega Plume pack and a picture book manuscript assessment and illustration portfolio assessment. See deets below, and head <a href="https://airauctioneer.com/lismore-flood-recovery/book-print-pack-by-tania-mccartney-manuscriptportfolio-assessments" target="_blank">here</a> to bid.<br /><br />Book + Print Pack by Tania McCartney + Manuscript/Portfolio assessments <br /><br />A mega Plume bundle and assessments for creatives! Pack includes:<br /><br />Limited edition, framed, giclée print which recently exhibited at the Norman Lindsay Gallery, 45cm x 58cm<br />2 x signed copies of Plume: World Explorer<br />3 x A4 giclée prints<br />4 x greeting cards<br />A world globe balloon<br />A collection of penguin stickers<br />1 x picture book manuscript assessment<br />1 x illustration portfolio assessment<br /><br />Hitch a ride on the Albatross Express and travel the globe with <a href="https://www.blogger.com/#">Plume: World Explorer</a>. This exciting new picture book series for little ones celebrates culture, diversity and the natural wonders of our world. For kids aged 4 to 400.<br /><br />Assessments for manuscript and portfolio will be done online, and transferring these parts of the prize to friends or family is easily done. All physical items will be sent in one large pack to one address. Postage to Australia only.<br /><br />Head to the <a href="https://www.blogger.com/#">Lismore Flood Recovery page</a> to see what other amazing items creatives have up for bid. <br /><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiyjxu-6-5ekLsoRlYKwTD_uNr6F42WCEp0qqNDfULijEQTQETQwFeiBpjosqBY2lU-H5988MnEKYxi8kpfUVEcMabsAcmqPDtqx1yORpq690qeXOwHCiGZl6e-8a57hCHD5kqr1kaoYoYTpiM71JvhpxLmB4i3uSn04KHIEzzPz1Fk7ltz1T-VHUvvwQ=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiyjxu-6-5ekLsoRlYKwTD_uNr6F42WCEp0qqNDfULijEQTQETQwFeiBpjosqBY2lU-H5988MnEKYxi8kpfUVEcMabsAcmqPDtqx1yORpq690qeXOwHCiGZl6e-8a57hCHD5kqr1kaoYoYTpiM71JvhpxLmB4i3uSn04KHIEzzPz1Fk7ltz1T-VHUvvwQ=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhXfFEp3Tggiw4hOym88gJ5NhwOWT3rJJpvy4cYaQ8MLxmsDIW_fvFZuEeo-Jvl99UcNwDX4C9-xzNRKSHtIju40H463Vo5CqTrz9OKy4V0Ow_of3U0wUCcOfaPMNC3CMjdTDFPn7HFZn77TsYOoo-N8eytdl3uRPLwzbw2evaCMUmitVQmz2oBHRc2RQ=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhXfFEp3Tggiw4hOym88gJ5NhwOWT3rJJpvy4cYaQ8MLxmsDIW_fvFZuEeo-Jvl99UcNwDX4C9-xzNRKSHtIju40H463Vo5CqTrz9OKy4V0Ow_of3U0wUCcOfaPMNC3CMjdTDFPn7HFZn77TsYOoo-N8eytdl3uRPLwzbw2evaCMUmitVQmz2oBHRc2RQ=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhAyPoiAgphrGCyvSaUCWU1E1AV8tGZ4V47i35onPhNb0sVmNC8y6JwI34YKQ_qDTU3lFf2tiHfKrZLnXf5kekUp7QHzRNgo0J4mrycnVXhrF-FsdBOAwlDS39giRj-FsGMjm816VKQGl7R3gy20rww0uu_NRiupZ6s7A6sLnTm8kPCqv3dE0H6NgVSqw=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhAyPoiAgphrGCyvSaUCWU1E1AV8tGZ4V47i35onPhNb0sVmNC8y6JwI34YKQ_qDTU3lFf2tiHfKrZLnXf5kekUp7QHzRNgo0J4mrycnVXhrF-FsdBOAwlDS39giRj-FsGMjm816VKQGl7R3gy20rww0uu_NRiupZ6s7A6sLnTm8kPCqv3dE0H6NgVSqw=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Tania McCartneyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07704561641397381874noreply@blogger.com0