Children's Author & Teacher
FINAL STORM
The Final Thrilling Book In The GRIMSDON TRILOGY
Deb wrote Grimsdon because she was angry that governments around the world weren't dealing with climate change.
Kids loved it and harassed her to write New City and after even more kid harassment, she wrote the third and last book, Final Storm.
It has wild weather, hoverboards, robots, rescue eagles and a teenager, called Aleksander Larsen, who is smart, kind, good-looking and likes Isabella Charm. Xavier can't stand him.
'The characters, the adventures, the emotion, the plot twists and turns - WHAT'S NOT TO LOVE!'
Jo Noble, Librarian, St Agatha's Catholic School, Clayfield
'AWESOME. EXCITING. UNPUTDOWNABLE!'
Mrs Kerry Gittins, Head Librarian, Renaissance International School
'Your book had me on the edge of my seat in every chapter.'
James, age 12, Sydney Grammar School
Deb's
Author Talks from Studio 6
Deb LOVES talking in schools and leading workshops with kids. During this Covid19 time, she's been doing it from her attic, Studio 6, where she writes. You can book Deb here.
Podcast
for
Young
Writers
Westwords have a new podcast where they talk to writers about writing! And Deb got to join in! She talks to James Roy about Hunting and Gathering ideas. Have a peek here.
Deb chats about Books on the 21CL Podcast
Watch Deb read from
The Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee
'The irrepressible Wimple family returns. Merriment and edification mark this story of bravery, friendship, and logophilia.'
Humorous and poignant, this title will inspire readers with its kind, courageous heroine. School Library Journal, USA
5/5 This has to be one of the best children's books that I have read this past year! Goodreads
Read aloud to a middle primary class, they will enjoy the quirky characters, solving the mystery and Abela's celebration of the English language. Rhyllis Bignell. ReadPlus
This is a story that’s less about a spelling bee, and more about friendship, and standing up for one another, and most importantly standing up – and believing in — yourself. Verushka Byrow Reading Time
Teacher and podcaster, Michael Boll, chats with Deb about books and writing and sharing the excitement of writing with kids. Have a listen here.
Spelling Bee read by an entire District in USA
Chosen for the One District One Book program, every family read the book in NJ, USA. Read what they got up to.
Deb Chats On 'Words and Nerds' Podcast
Deb enjoyed chating with Dani Vee, Head Teacher English, podcaster, reader, writer and book enthusiast, all about writing. Have a listen here.
Deb chats with author extraordinaire, Adrian Beck
Wolfie:
An Unlikely Hero
Wolfie LOVES reading fairytales, but is sick and tired of wolves always being the bad guys, and wants the chance to prove to the world that he is a TRUE HERO! Trust him! He's also excited to be part of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
To find out more about Wolfie and how much of a good, all round wolf he is, have a peek here.
This is a unique, hilarious story about trying to change your image which will appeal to all sorts of ages for all sorts of reasons. Barbara Braxton, Teacher Librarian OZTLNET
A great addition to your collection for all those units on fairy tales – traditional or otherwise. Sue Warren, Librarian
'...a real page-turner that demands to be read and then read again and again. Kids Book Review
Adrian Beck is a TV producer, writer and incredible author. He and Deb chatted about all things writing and Final Storm. Have a look here.
Premier's Reading Challenge
Deb is so lucky to be a NSW Premiers' Reading Challenge ambassador with the incredible Susanne Gervay and Oliver Phommavanh. Have you signed up to meet the challenge?
Room to Read
I finished reading Teresa in class with my students. You should have seen them, they all stood up and clapped as if they were watching a film. Thank you for the lovely book with a great story.
St Joseph's School, Malta
Teresa is an outstanding addition to the New Australian series. Aussie Reviews
A fascinating historical novel ... insightful and entertaining. Sunday Telegraph
Teresa gives us a wonderful character who shares her family’s journey through the excitement, frustration and joys of becoming Australian. Thanks for a great read. Jackie Hawkes, Teacher/Librarian
700 million people in the world can't read and most are girls and women. Educating a kid in the world's poorest countries costs $1 a day. Can you help us raise money to send kids to school? Find out more here.
Spelling Bee In Malta & US
Deb is so excited that the Wimple family are in the USA and Malta! Find out more here.
The Children's Book Council of Aust (NSW)
The CBCA NSW Branch is a vibrant group of passionate people who love connecting young people with books. See what they do here.
