First published 2015
This collection brings together stories from accomplished writers across Australia and beyond. Australian contributors include Gretel Killeen, Deborah Abela, Paul Jennings, Victor Kelleher, and Andy Griffiths himself. International voices come from authors like Malorie Blackman and Margaret Mahy. Each story targets the specific interests and reading skills of children around age eight. The diverse range of storytellers offers varied perspectives and writing styles within a single volume. Young readers encounter different narrative approaches while staying within their comfort zone for comprehension and engagement. The anthology format allows children to sample multiple authors and discover new favorites. Stories span different themes and situations that resonate with eight-year-old experiences and imagination.
Genres: fiction, short-stories
Vibes: cozy, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: found-family
Setting: Australia
208 pages · Paperback · Random House Australia