Zana Fraillon crafts compelling narratives for young readers, drawing deeply from research and the accounts of survivors to explore profound themes. Her writing process is fueled by a spirit of discovery, mirroring her own explorations of museums and hidden urban spaces, which evoke the thrill of venturing into the unknown. Fraillon's distinctive approach invites readers into worlds brimming with possibility, where each story unfolds like a new adventure. She shares this excitement, bridging the gap between the reader's imagination and the boundless potential within each book.
A tale of loneliness, grumpiness and one extraordinary friendship
The narrative explores deep themes of friendship, hope, and happiness through the eyes of its characters, crafted by acclaimed Australian author Zana Fraillon. It promises an emotional journey that resonates with readers, highlighting the power of connection and resilience in the face of challenges.
Orphan puppy Scruffity yearns for Family - and when he is setfree by a boy as unwanted and lonely as he is, his dream is fulfilled. But when tragedy strikes, Scruffity is alone again. How doesa dog find his way home when he never had one to begin with?
A boy awakens in the Afterlife, with a pocketful of vague memories, a key, a raven, and a mysterious atlas to guide him as he sets out to piece together what happened, and try to find his way home ...
A refugee picture book of extraordinary power and beauty from the Amnesty CILIP Honour-winning author of The Bone Sparrow, Zana Fraillon, and Kate Greenaway Medal-winning illustrator Grahame Baker Smith.
Beautiful, magical and moving, this is a SKELLIG for a new generation, from the author of THE BONE SPARROW, shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal 2017 and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize 2016.
Perfect for fans of THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PYJAMAS. This is a beautiful, vivid and deeply moving story about a refugee boy who has spent his entire life living in a detention centre. This novel reminds us all of the importance of freedom, hope, and the power of a story to speak for anyone who's ever struggled to find a safe home. '...a special book' - Morris Gleitzman, author of the acclaimed ONCE series Born in a refugee camp, all Subhi knows of the world is that he's at least 19 fence diamonds high, the nice Jackets never stay long, and at night he dreams that the sea finds its way to his tent, bringing with it unusual treasures. And one day it brings him Jimmie. Carrying a notebook that she's unable to read and wearing a sparrow made out of bone around her neck - both talismans of her family's past and the mother she's lost - Jimmie strikes up an unlikely friendship with Subhi beyond the fence. As he reads aloud the tale of how Jimmie's family came to be, both children discover the importance of their own stories in writing their futures.