Tania McCartney Press

Every Child Magazine Subscription Renewal - Riley and the Dancing Lion

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 23:40:00 +0000

Thanks again to the wonderful Mary McCartney from Early Childhood Australia for organizing this exciting book giveaway of Riley and the Dancing Lion in Every Child magazine. Subscribers have a chance to win a copy of the book when they renew.

Riley and the Sleeping Dragon in My Child Magazine

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 02:29:00 +0000

Huge thanks to Emma Davidson from Brindabella Baby for nominating Riley and the Sleeping Dragon as her editorial product to promote her business. Emma has been such an avid supporter of my work, and is an amazing gal to boot. Be sure to check out her beautiful online (and real life!) store.

Riley and the Sleeping Dragon in Little Star magazine

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 22:46:00 +0000

Riley and the Sleeping Dragon is an Editor's Pick in Little Star magazine, Beijing. The magazine covers the enormous Beijing and Shanghai expat communities and has a focus on international schools and education.

Writer in Residence Article in The Chronicle

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:33:00 +0000

Great feature article in the southern suburbs Canberra Chronicle from 10 November, covering my work as a Writer in Residence for Caroline Chisholm School Junior Campus. Many thanks to Peter Reynolds for a great piece. Here I am with the lovely Brooke Harder, with her book 'Angelina Goes to School'.

Riley Triumphs at Handmade Upmarket

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 22:31:00 +0000

I had a wonderful turn at Handmade market in Canberra, selling all three books - Riley and the Dancing Lion was a triumph. Beijing Tai Tai and Riley and the Sleeping Dragon also did well, and it was an utter pleasure to share signing responsibilities with my fabulous new illustrator, Kieron Pratt.

See my blog entry for more.

Hello Wikipedia!

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:23:00 +0000

Really thrilled to learn my interview with talented Australian author, Jack Heath, made it to Wikipedia. Click on the pic to see the entry or read my interview on Jack's blockbuster novel, Third Transmission, here.

Riley and the Dancing Lion, Canberra Times

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:10:00 +0000

Riley and the Dancing Lion was featured in the Gift Guide for Handmade's illustrious Christmas Upmarket - Canberra Times Food & Wine supplement.

Riley and the Dancing Lion Competition on Australian Women Online

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:59:00 +0000

Australian Women Online are hosting a book giveaway of Riley and the Dancing Lion - what a marvellous opportunity!

Riley and the Dancing Lion Giveaway at Canberra Weekly

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:58:00 +0000

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Huge thanks to the lovely Julie Samaras at the Canberra Weekly for featuring Riley and the Dancing Lion in this week's magazine... with a book giveaway.

Love the Canberra Weekly!

Riley and the Sleeping Dragon Review at CanberraKids

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:53:00 +0000

The beautiful Ingrid Jonach, Canberra-based children's author, has written a fabulous review on Riley and the Sleeping Dragon for the sensational CanberraKids website. CanberraKids is a one-stop shop of all things steeped in fabulousness for little ones and their big supervisors. Love it.

Click the picture above to view.

Thanks Ingrid! and thanks also to the lovely Janette from CanberraKids.

Reading of Riley and the Dancing Lion at Book Buzz

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:46:00 +0000

Thursday 3 December 2009

Queanbeyan Library

Book Buzz Christmas Party

3.30pm

I will be reading Riley and the Dancing Lion during the end of year Christmas party at Book Buzz - a fabulously fun book club for primary school kids at Queanbeyan Library.

Come on down and partake in this fun event.

Canberra Weekly Article on the Writer in Residence Programme

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:58:00 +0000

Huge thanks to the Canberra Weekly for featuring a wonderful story on my Writer in Residence programme wwith Caroline Chisholm School Junior Campus, Canberra.

The course took 42 children aged between 6 and 12 through the entire book writing process, from creative conception through to publication and launch. The books were modelled on my own book - Riley and the Sleeping Dragon - featuring black & white photos of Caroline Chisholm School as well as gorgeous, brightly-coloured drawings by the children.

It was a proud moment watching those kids come and collect their very first print-run, in front of friends, family and peers.

Well done, kids! Australia's youngest self-published authors.

Radio Interview for TASTE, ArtSound FM 90.3/9.27, Canberra

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:14:00 +0000

So lovely to be interviewed by Barbie Robinson during ArtSound FM's annual Radiothon. We went live, talking about my participation in Ocsober, closely followed by a chat about the imminent release of Riley and the Dancing Lion.

Barbie and Richard were still glowing from the recent birth of their beautiful granddaughter, Molly.

Handmade Market launches Riley and the Dancing Lion

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:06:00 +0000

Friday 20 November 2009, 5pm - 9pm

Saturday 21 November 2009, 10am - 4pm

at Yarralumla Woolshed

(more details here)

Before Riley and the Dancing Lion is even officially launched, I will be appearing at Canberra Handmade Upmarket to showcase and sign all three of my books.

Huge thanks to the gorgeous Julie Nichols for finding a spot for me - it will be a thrill to unofficially launch my book to the local Canberra market. The Spring Bloom market was incredibly successful, achieving over 10,000 shoppers in a single day. Amazing. And it's no wonder - this is some absolutely stunning market with breathtaking wares.

Be there or be lacking in fabulousness.

The Launch of Riley and the Dancing Lion

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:01:00 +0000

All kids and big kids warmly invited to the exciting launch of...

Riley and the Dancing Lion

Sunday 6 December 2009

11.30am - 1pm

Dalton's Bookstore

Cnr Marcus Clarke & Rudd Streets

Canberra City

Kids can enjoy:

a book reading and signing!

balloons and goodie bags!

Christmas & Chinese New Year delectables!

circus tricks performed by Kelly Sports

a mass of prize giveaways!

loads of fun!

RSVP absolutely essential...

contact Meredith on 6249 1844 or email here.

HUGE thanks to our fabulous sponors:

Riley and the Dancing Lion in AWO Kids' Book Christmas Gift Guide

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:39:00 +0000

Riley and the Dancing Lion is featured in Australian Women Online's Christmas Kids' Book Buying Guide. Ho ho ho!

Writer in Residence Book Launch

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:57:00 +0000

Wednesday 4 November 2009

Caroline Chisholm School

11am

After an intensive 16 session course, it is with enormous pride that we announce the launch of 42 magnificent 'published' books by students at Caroline Chisholm Junior Campus here in Canberra.

These books have turned out beyond my wildest dreams. Children aged between 6 and 12 created, wrote, illustrated, designed and published their books. They also learned about ISBNs, barcodes, publishing information and library data, and even learned how to promote, market and distribute their work.

The launch will feature students, parents and representatives from the Education Department, Children's Book Council of Australia, Early Education Australia, as well as media presence.

I am in awe of these children. Congratulations to everyone!

ABA's Kids' Reading Guide

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 06:27:00 +0000

Riley and the Sleeping Dragon was recently featured in the Australian Bookseller Association's prestigious Kids' Reading Guide.

This guide is circulated around Australia amongst schools, libraries and bookstores, with highly recommended books for children.

Such an honour to be invited to join the catalogue this year.

Interview on The Chronicles of Sharnia

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:16:00 +0000

So much fun to be featured on the blog of an aspiring writer. Sharni Montgomery interviewed me for The Chronicles of Sharnia. Loving the blog name.

Click on the pic to read the full interview.

Judging of the Brilliant Writers Competition

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:00:00 +0000

Miles Franklin 2009 Brilliant Writers Competition

Miles Franklin Primary School

Canberra

16 October 2009

I was thrilled to be asked to judge the Miles Franklin Brilliant Writers Competition at Miles Franklin Primary School here in Canberra. The children were asked to view a series of pictures from a collection called The Mysteries of Harris Burdick, and to create a piece of written work in response to the stimulus pictures.

I now have the finalists in my hot little hands and it's a thrill to go through their work and award prizes to the best work in each age group (kinder, grades 1/2, grades 3/4 and grades 5/6). I will award three prizes per group - first place, a highly commended and an encouragement award.

How on earth will I be able to choose?

The awards will be presented at the school on 16 October, Miles Franklin Day, when students and staff will dress up in old fashioned clothes. It's going to be like entering a time warp.

What an amazing initiative and I'm just so chuffed to be involved.

MOCCA Locally Made Fair

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 09:23:00 +0000

Saturday 12 December 2009

at Manuka Childcare Centre

9.30am - 4.30pm

Canberra

So looking forward to a book stall at MOCCA's wonderful fair and family fun day. There will be a gorgeous fete of handmade items plus live music, children’s concerts and a petting zoo.

I'll be signing books and chatting with lots of mums and kids. Promises to be a wonderful day out. Hope to see you there!

Book Reading and Christmas Party at Brindabella Baby

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:03:00 +0000

Book Reading and Christmas Party!

10am

Monday 14 December 2009

Brindabella Baby, Canberra

The lovely Emma of Brindabella Baby in the city is hosting a Christmas party shindig for her loyal baby fans and their mums - all people who love everything and anything organic and/or beautiful and good for both ourselves and our planet.

I just love visiting Emma's gorgeous store, and it will be so much fun reading Riley and the Dancing Lion to the kids.

Click here to find Emma's beautiful store and email her to snaffle an invite to the party!

Carols by Candlelight at Rodney's Nursery

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 21:32:00 +0000

Thursday 17 December 2009

Rodney's Nursery, Pialligo

7pm

Every year Rodney's Nursery holds a beautiful event - Christmas carols on the lawns, and this year they will be featuring a real treat - the Woden Valley Youth Choir.

I'm thrilled to have been invited along to read Riley and the Dancing Lion to the children in between carols. I will be reading at 7pm and 8pm, with book signings in between all those magnificent voices.

Rodney's, MissChief Maker and the Garden Café will be open for late night trading - so this will also be a great chance to snaffle last minute Christmas gifts from a huge array of beautiful giftware, children's items, flowers, plants and pots.

24 Beltana Road, Pialligo - on the lawns near the café.

Featured Artist on Canberra Handmade

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 05:21:00 +0000

Great fun to be featured on Canberra Handmade's blog - view the entire interview by clicking the picture above.

Riley and the Dancing Lion

books@taniamccartney.com (Tania McCartney) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:22:00 +0000

The publication and launch

Riley and the Dancing Lion

The publication and launch of Riley and the Dancing Lion is pegged for November 2009. Kieron and his illustrations are quite incredible, and I'm beside myself to get this book on the shelves and to share it with children.

Book 1 - Riley and the Sleeping Dragon will be re-issued with Kieron's illustrations some time towards the end of next year, and you can expect Book 3 (set in an Australian city!) midway through 2010.

All enquiries here.