Mention on Alphabet Street for Ensparkle Promo

Lovely to appear on Alphabet Street with the lovely Paula Kos from Little Living - for a promo on ensparkle ceramics.

Book Week 2010

Tania will be a visiting author during the Children Book Council of Australia's Book Week in August 2010. She will present a fun and fabulous reading and interactive presentation, including a very special paper plane folding!

See the CBCA website for more information or contact Rachael Hind, Visitor Author Coordinator, for more information.

I'm a Clayton's Judge!

Tuesday 9 March 2010

Canberra

I'm absolutely thrilled to be a judge for the Clayton's Book Awards for Children's Book Council of Australia, ACT branch. I'll be judging the Young Reader's category - choosing just 6 titles from the hundreds of exciting titles that were entered in this year's Book of the Year Awards.

The Clayton's Book Awards are a fun night for CBCA members to corral and celebrate Australian books in the running for the annual Awards (winners announced 20 August 2010). Judges choose their shortlisted 'picks' for their category and then present to other members the reasons behind their choice.

It's always fun to see which books then make it into the real shortlist, which will be announced on 30 March 2010.

Seeing as though I can't possibly nominate my own book - Riley and the Dancing Lion, which is in the running - I'm hoping that perhaps my guess for shortlisted books is a little off the mark!

Book Readings at Government House Open Day

Sunday 14 March 2010

10am - 4pm

Government House, Canberra

The Smith Family will again be hosting their annual, major fundraising event at Government House in Yarralumla, Canberra. The event is a family fun day out with all proceeds going to The Smith Family - an organisation that provides assistance for disadvantaged students and families to reach their full potential through a suite of learning programs.

There will be tours of Government House and gardens, an art show, centre stage and roving entertainment, activities for children, and demonstrations and displays. Last year over 8,000 people attended this unique experience.

I am so honoured to have been asked to read my books at the Storytelling Marquee (along with the illustrious Ingrid Jonach). This part of the day is aimed at involving children and encouraging them to read and write their own stories - or to simply enjoy literature.

For a day of fantastical family ambience, culture, food, singing, pony rides and flat out fun, do come along. I will be reading at 11am and at 12pm. Hope to see you there!

For more information, call 02-6283 7602.
The Smith Family Annual Government House Open Day and Art Exhibition
Government House, Dunrossil Dr, Yarralumla
Entry: $10 adult, $8 concession card holders and $20 families

Book Signing at Handmade Market

So excited to be hopping along to Handmade's glorious market on 28 March. This will be my third signing at Handmade, and it's always a triumph.

Come on down and say hi, and also revel in the wonderful array of stunning items Handmade features - bigger and better every time. Held at the beautiful Kamberra Wine Company, this is one day out you won't want to miss.

Handmade Upmarket

Sunday 28 March 2010

10am - 4pm

Kamberra Wine Company

Cnr Northbourne Ave & Flemington Rd Lyneham

See the Handmade website for more.

Also - don't miss! the opening of Handmade's amazing new retail store! See here for more.

Riley Books in Reading Time

So thrilled to have both Riley books featured in Reading Time, the Children’s Book Council of Australia’s children's books magazine.

To read this small review, click the picture to enlarge.

Huge thanks to John Cohen, editor and publisher of Reading Time.

The Riley Series Article at Suite 101

Huge thanks to the amazing Susan Whelan of Reading Upside Down who has done a remarkable article on my works so far, focusing on the Riley series of books. You'll find this article at Suite 101, where Whelan posts brilliant articles and reviews as a World Literature Feature Writer.

This talented writer is a true lover of literature, particulary children's books and you can check out her fabulous reviews and other work at Reading Upside Down and Oh, the Thinks You Can Think!, both of which should really be on your literary blog roll.

Thanks, Susan!

Riley and the Curious Koala

Following in the Riley series of travel adventure books, Riley and the Curious Koala takes our little aviator on a journey around the beautiful landmarks of Sydney, in search of a strange and elusive fuzzy creature.

With stunning black and white photos of Sydney's beaches and glorious harbour, even in the torrential rain, this whirlwind trip showcases this gorgeous city at its best.

Riley and the Curious Koala is due for release this November 2010, illustrated once again by the illustrious Kieron Pratt. It is the third book in the very popular Riley travelogue series for little ones.

Riley and the Sleeping Dragon: A journey around Beijing
Riley and the Dancing Lion: A journey around Hong Kong