First published 1993
Arkwright the giant anteater dreams of adventure beyond his South American home. When he meets Captain Chillblain, the unlikely pair sets sail across vast oceans toward Australia. The journey tests both travelers as they navigate unfamiliar waters and face the challenges of life at sea. Arkwright must leave behind everything he knows, trusting his fate to the captain and the promise of a distant land. Once they reach Australian shores, the real work begins. Arkwright faces the daunting task of creating a home in a completely foreign environment. He encounters new landscapes, different creatures, and customs unlike anything from his old life. The young anteater discovers that building a new existence requires courage, adaptability, and the willingness to embrace change. Through his adventures with Captain Chillblain, Arkwright learns that home is not just a place but something you create through determination and friendship.
Genres: fiction, animals, adventure, coming-of-age
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Australia, South America
96 pages · Paperback · Hyland House Publishing Pty Ltd