The wonders of Australia are brought to life by an enchanted boomerang. From swimming with fish in the dazzling blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef to the surprise discovery of a crocodile in the still waters of a Northern Territory river; from the beauty of Uluru at sunset to the tranquility of an outback billabong where scores of animals play, Napuru and his friend Cody are transported on a magical trip, discovering the wonders of Australia and its flora and fauna. This exhilarating tale by Mark Greenwood can't help but enthral all children while teaching them the uniqueness of Australia.
Frané Lessac is an author and illustrator, having created beautiful illustrations for more than forty books. Frané’s first book My Little Island, was named a Children's Book of the Year by the Library of Congress, a compilation of her paintings from Montserrat. She has contributed her distinctive paintings to many picture books, including On the Same Day in March named Top Ten Science Books by ALA Booklist. The Donkey of Gallipoli, named an Honor Book for the Children’s Book Council’s Book of the Year Awards, Kirkus Review’s Best Books, CBC NTSS Books for Young People USA, and an USBBY Outstanding International Books. Her contribution to Amnesty International’s “We Are All Born Free” celebrating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, has been translated into more than 30 languages and an USBBY Outstanding International Book. In 2010, Frané was awarded The Muriel Barwell Award for Distinguished Service to Children's Literature. She is married to children's author, Mark Greenwood, and they have collaborated on many children's books including is The Greatest Liar on Earth and Drummer Boy of John John. Frané constantly visits schools, libraries and festivals in Australia and overseas sharing the process of writing and illustrating books empowering both children and adults.