Dorothy Wall byla irská autorka a ilustrátorka, známá především svou dětskou literaturou. Její díla se vyznačují hravým a imaginativním stylem, který si získal oblibu u generací mladých čtenářů. Wallová často zobrazovala zvířecí postavy v antropomorfních rolích, čímž prozkoumávala témata přátelství, dobrodružství a lidské povahy. Její jedinečný vizuální styl a půvabné vyprávění zanechaly trvalou stopu v dětské literatuře.
In Finding Your Writer's Voice, novelist Thaisa Frank and poet Dorothy Wall show that voice is not something mysterious: It's simply the way you, the writer, project yourself artistically. Finding Your Writer's Voice helps writers learn to develop a distinctive and vibrant voice.
Blinky Bill, the mischievous little koala, has been a favourite with children since his first appearance in 1933. His shenanigans at Miss Pym's shop and in Farmer Smifkins's vegie patch quickly earned him a devoted following. The original illustrations have been re-scanned, creating a stunning version of this well-loved omnibus classic.
Blinky Bill tells the story of a naughty little koala, Blinky Bill, and his friends Splodge the Kangaroo and Wally the Wombat. Mischievous Blinky Bill creeps out of bed at night and runs into his friends at the edge of the river and tries his hand at fishing. Borrowing the farmer's boat is only the start of the adventure with the three friends. What will Mrs Koala and Nutsy say when they find Blinky Bill has been getting into more trouble? This Australian classic, as told by Dorothy Wall, has been reprinted with original illustrations and design. This book brings to life the much-loved and well-known Koala who stole the nation's heart.
Exploring profound themes such as illness, family history, and mortality, the poems delve into the depths of human experience while also revealing unexpected beauty in everyday elements like pebbles and wildlife. Wall's work juxtaposes the harsh realities of life with moments of grace, illustrating resilience in the face of despair. Her exquisite craftsmanship invites readers to discover beauty in the overlooked, creating a poignant reflection on existence and the world around us.