#BookReview: Jack’s Best Day Ever!, Gabrielle Bassett (author), Annabelle Hale (illus.), Woodslane Press, May 2023. Blurb: Jack loves anything that zooms, digs and races. But Jack doesn’t like change and he only ever wants to eat peanut butter sandwiches! This heartwarming story of friendship explores how it feels to be neurodivergent and introduces children to […]
#BookReview: Easy Peasy, Ky Garvey (author), Amy Calautti (illus.), EK Books, February 2023. Blurb: Ruby loves her shiny new red roller skates. She’s never roller skated before, but she’s sure it will be easy peasy!So when her dad offers to help her learn to skate, Ruby says no. But things don’t go as planned … […]
‘I wanted to show the main character, Jack, as the loving, friendly and helpful boy that he is.’ – Gabrielle Bassett. Jack’s Best Day Ever! celebrates a joyous, unconditional friendship between Jack and Poh as they, each with their own neurodiversity and disability, triumph with bravery and simply enjoy the fun times they have together. Taking […]
Author Ky Garvey and illustrator Amy Calautti have certainly set the wheels in motion with their fun and lively picture book, Easy Peasy, which has been rolling its way into hands, hearts and roller rinks since its release. Today, we are gifted this exciting pleasure to chat with the talented creators of this joyous celebration […]
We’re thrilled to see Gabrielle Bassett back at Just Write For Kids with her heartwarming debut picture book, Jack’s Best Day Ever! Gabrielle is here to share her inspiration – her amazing son – and her writing journey about her diverse and inclusive picture book that is absolutely bounding with energy, heart and triumph. Combined with vibrant illustrations […]
‘It was a treasured time together and I wanted to reflect that relationship in my book.’ – Ky Garvey. Easy Peasy embraces the beautiful relationship between a loving, supportive Dad and his daughter, Ruby. Author Ky Garvey has written a whimsical and inspiring story about a determined young girl who is empowered to learn to roller […]
#BookReview: Love Me, Love My ADHD, Chrissie Davies (author), Trish Burton (illus.), Chaos to Calm Consultancy, April 2023. Blurb: Welcome to the world of Clancy and Tully – they see the world a little differently and in the most amazing ways! Love Me, Love My ADHD is a heartwarming book that shines a light on […]
‘ADHD kids are pretty amazing! They have a special way of thinking that’s different from their neurotypical friends, which can sometimes make them feel like they don’t fit in. But don’t worry; with the right support from family, friends and peers, ADHD kids can do incredible things!‘ – Chrissie Davies Love ME, Love my ADHD encourages […]
We’re thrilled to have this bubbly author skate by to share and celebrate the joy of her latest release! Sparkly, colourful, energetic and empowering – Easy Peasy is a fun and playful picture book with valuable themes of independence, perseverance and trusting in the support of family members. Ky Garvey, together with illustrator Amy Calautti, […]
#thechristmasdoor #bookcampaign #booksontourpr It is with great joy and delight to share some fun festivities for little ones to get creative this festive season! From poetry to letter writing, making hugs and role plays, we have been inspired by the magic and wonders of Penny Macoun and Paul Nash‘s joyous picture book, The Christmas Door! […]
