Spiro

Anna McGregor

‘This lively tale features colourful art and has a valuable message about never giving up!’

Storytime

Praise for Anemone is not the Enemy:

’Even someone socially awkward can find a friend. A habit of stinging keeps lonely Anemone from making friends, but for a clownfish, Anemone is just the right companion … (The last fact will be familiar to anyone who’s seen Disney’s Finding Nemo) … Attentive readers will be intrigued.’

Kirkus Reviews

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‘The protagonist is Spiro, a determined little spider on a mission to catch his next meal … his story shows young readers that success is a combination of perseverance and effort … Spiro is a heartwarming picture book with a cheeky sense of humour and a solid message about persistence for young readers aged 3+. McGregor’s illustrations and hand-lettering add vibrancy to the tale, especially with the pops of neon pink.’

Karys McEwen, Books+Publishing

Spiro’s formula for spidery success:

11% hunger to succeed (or actual hunger)

34% trying again and again … and again!

53% giving it another shot

And 2% spider silk.

A hilarious tale of one spider’s determined search for a decent meal from award winning author and illustrator Anna McGregor.

‘This lively tale features colourful art and has a valuable message about never giving up!’

Storytime

Praise for Anemone is not the Enemy:

Kirkus Reviews

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Details

Format:Hardback

Size: 270mm × 235mm

Extent:32pp

ISBN (13):9781915590862

RRP:£12.99

Pub date:15 Aug 2024

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CATEGORIES / tags

Picture books JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance Personal & social issues: self-awareness & self-esteem (Children’s / Teenage)Humorous stories (Children’s / Teenage)Animal stories (Children’s / Teenage) JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Insects, Spiders, etc.JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Values & Virtues

AUTHOR

Anna McGregor

Anna McGregor, an author, illustrator, and designer based in Melbourne. She is dedicated to delivering modern, quirky, and conceptual stories straight from her heart to young readers. By day, she works in graphic design, but when she's not at her desk, Anna enjoys travel, art, and picnics with friends.