When We Say Black Lives Matter
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A timely, powerful and much-needed picture book exploring the background to the Black Lives Matter movement for young children.
Maxine Beneba Clarke Books
Maxine Beneba Clarke is an Australian author whose literary work is characterized by a strong social conscience and a keen observation of the human experience. Through her poetry and prose, she explores themes of identity, belonging, and resilience, often highlighting the voices of marginalized communities. Her distinctive style, influenced by her background in slam poetry, infuses her writing with rhythm, energy, and urgency. Clarke crafts compelling and memorable narratives that resonate with readers through a profound understanding of human nature.
Wide Big World
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A beautiful children's picture book about diversity from award-winning author Maxine Beneba Clarke and illustrator Isobel Knowles.
Set in a village bordering a no-go desert, the story follows imaginative siblings who craft a whimsical bike from everyday materials, turning their creativity into thrilling adventures. With a bent bucket seat and wood-cut wheels, the bike becomes their ticket to joy as they race through the landscape, embodying the spirit of childhood ingenuity. This delightful tale, penned by award-winning author Maxine Beneba Clarke and illustrated by street artist Van Thanh Rudd, celebrates the power of play and the bond between brothers.