Libby Hathorn is een Australische auteur wiens werken variëren van poëzie tot romans voor kinderen, jongvolwassenen en volwassenen. Haar schrijfstijl verkent vaak thema's van krachtige vrouwelijke personages en de ervaringen van eenzame, onbegrepen tieners, gekenmerkt door compassie en gevoeligheid. Hathorn duikt elegant in de universele menselijke strijd om wonden te helen, betekenisvolle verbindingen te smeden en zelfacceptatie te bereiken, en toont een poëtische en inzichtelijke benadering van haar ambacht.
Izumi, Ren and little Yoshi are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the famous poet Bashō in their village. It is 17th century Japan and the poet is walking far to the north, writing his now world-famous haiku.Libby Hathorn's endearing story describes their encounter with Bashō. Sadami Konchi's sensitive paintings light up the story with a grace and beauty to ably match the text.
Libby Hathorn has asked some of Australia's finest writers for their response to the painting by internationally acclaimed artist Brian Dunlop. First love, joy and disappointment, secrets, violence and the vagaries of fate are interwoven in these stories that remind us things are not always as they appear. Full of pathos, insight and wry humour, The Blue Dress is a stunning display of the possibilities of imagination. The contributing writers include Brian Caswell, Gary Crew, Libby Gleeson, Sophie Masson, Jenny Pausacker and Nadia Wheatley. 'These stories offer the reader different ways to define and access our common experience and in doing so the writers reflect with considerable insight on what it is to be on the threshold of childhood in an adult world.' Libby Hathorn
The story features a delightful bear family enjoying a sunny afternoon filled with singing, laughter, and cuddles. Their joyful interactions highlight the happiness a baby brings to daily life, celebrating the warmth and love of family moments.
The story highlights the power of imaginative play through the experiences of Little Georgie, the youngest sibling often overlooked by her older brother Max and sister Harriet. Undeterred by their neglect, Georgie taps into her vivid imagination, ultimately captivating her siblings and drawing them into her creative world. This celebration of creativity emphasizes the importance of play and sibling relationships.
A beautifully illustrated collection of original poems celebrating the wonder and complexity of nature and the environment, from beloved children's author Libby Hathorn, illustrated by award-winning artist Christina Booth