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Raised by Moths

By Charlie Archbold and Michelle Conn
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Raised by Moths by Charlie Archbold and Michelle Conn is a captivating children's book that tells the story of a young protagonist's magical journey of self-discovery. Guided by mysterious and enchanting moths, the child learns about the wonders of nature, family, and finding one's place in the world. Set against a backdrop of adventure, it's a heartwarming tale of growth and belonging.
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You might enjoy this book if you love imaginative tales with fantastical elements, as it transports young readers into a whimsical world where adventure and nature intertwine. Perfect for children who are fascinated by storytelling that captures the magic of natural creatures and the possibilities of young minds interacting with the unseen wonders of the world.

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Willow jumps on the Ferris Wheel and is intrigued to see a boy surrounded by moths. As they travel high above the fairground, he tells her the reason why the moths love him so much: he was raised by moths.

Wonderfully fantastical and thought-provoking with stunning illustrations, Raised by Moths is quite unlike anything you've read before.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922858184

Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 October 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: MidnightSun Publishing Pty

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 270.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Charlie Archbold Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Michelle Conn

About the Author

Charlie Archbold is an educator and writer. Charlie's debut young adult novel, Mallee Boys, was the recipient of the 2016 Adelaide Literary Festival Unpublished Manuscript Award and was a named an Honour Book in the 2018 Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year for Older Readers Award. Her second young adult novel, Indigo Owl, is a fast-paced speculative fiction adventure. Her middle-grade manuscript, The Sugarcane Kids and the Red Bottomed Boat, was shortlisted for the 2020 Text Prize and was released in 2022. Raised by Moths is her first picture book.

Michelle Conn is a children's book illustrator and author who lives in the coastal town of Torquay, Victoria. She combines watercolour and pencil with digital illustration to create worlds filled with wonder and emotion. Michelle has a Bachelor of Design from The College of Fine Arts in Sydney and has worked as a graphic designer in print and corporate illustration. She has also completed a Bachelor of Education and worked for several years as a primary school teacher.

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