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First children’s books about the diversity of our families.

FEM Publishing for outstanding books for children LarrikinHouse and Big Sky Publishing < 1 min read
Gervay breaks the mould. The first children's books about the diversity of our families celebrates who we are. 

Join us to celebrate a double launch of Guess How I Was Born and Parrot Palace by Susanne Gervay

Sunday 1 June, 11.00am

Celebrate the double launch of Susanne Gervay's Guess How I Was Born and Parrot Palace.

Guess How I Was Born explores diverse families and all the ways a child may come into the world. This book encourages every child to feel included and know that they belong. Delightful, honest and fun, this book creates opportunities for children to celebrate their uniqueness!

In Parrot Palace, Hari, Lily-Rosa, and Mikey come from different cultures, but their differences unite them as they form a close-knit team. They share their secrets as they navigate their dreams and challenges. Will Mikey become a joker or follow in his dad's footsteps as a builder? Can Lily-Rosa balance her dreams of becoming a firefighter, and a ballerina? And will Hari fix the disaster he created for his Nani and mother?

Award winning Deborah Abela will do the launching honours.

Free, but bookings are essential.

Please book here.  Guess How I Was Born and Parrot Palace by Susanne Gervay — Readings Books 


Key Facts:

We love all families however they are made.

Diversity


Contact details:

Media Contacts: Larrikin House 

Dani Vee – [email protected] ph: 0425 282 696

Big Sky Publishing 

Sharon Evans sharon@bigskypublishing/com.au

Susanne Gervay FEM rereseting both books - [email protected]; 0413 050 922

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