Two more book launches — if you live in Victoria or WA, mark these dates on your calendar!
VICTORIA
Come along to the launch of Bob the Railway Dog by Corinne Fenton and illustrated by Andrew McLean. This picture book tells a heart-warming true Australian story. This is a well-known legend in SA and a statue of Bob can be seen in the Adelaide Station.
When: 11am, Saturday 1 August 2015
Where: The Railfan Shop, 4 Churchill St, Mont Albert, VIC (opp. Mont Albert Railway Station)
RSVP: by 29 July 2015 to corinneking[at]bigpond.com
WA
Come along to the launch of Sally Morgan’s new book Sister Heart, to be launched by Ambelin Kwaymullina. Sister Heart is a verse novel aimed at 10 to 15 year olds.
‘ [a] personal and approachable conversation-starter about the Stolen Generations for mature young readers.’
— Bookseller + Publisher.
When: 6pm, Wednesday 6 August 2015
Where: New Edition Bookshop, 41 High St, Fremantle WA (cnr Henry St)
RSVP: Entry is free but places are limited and must be reserved in advance by contacting admin[at]fremantlepress.com.au or 9430 6331. Only those who RSVP will be allowed entry on the night.
New Edition has pledged to donate a percentage of all books sold at the launch of Sister Heart to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.
Why go to a book launch? Here are ten reasons why you should!
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