In the Arctic, most animals blend in with the snow’s pure white—but not Paxton. With his purple fur, he stands out in every way…and he wishes he didn’t. Poor Paxton hides in his igloo, until his friend Sammy the Sea Otter shows him something incredible: a gathering of friends, each celebrating what makes them one of a kind.
Through their inspiring stories, Paxton discovers that being different isn’t something to hide—it’s something to celebrate!
A cute rhyming story of self-discovery, friendship, and unique traits.
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“Pink is a flamingo colour. Blue is for bowerbirds.”
Join bowerbird and his friends in a colourful tale of mayhem as they experience a world where entitlement is taken to the extreme.
Ideal as a discussion-starter story for exploring society’s expectations, generalisations, privilege, and the value of sharing.
I Own All the Blue is available in paperback from:
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Soul Queen Art Co.
Shop 7, Railway Arcade,
255 Dorset Road,
Boronia, Vic, Australia
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Angelina, The Brave Anglerfish That Followed the Light tells the story of a small anglerfish named Angelina, who embarks on a brave journey to find the light she has never known. Living deep in the dark ocean, Angelina’s glowing lure lights her path as she swims toward the surface, hoping to find the warmth of the sun. Along the way, she meets other sea creatures who offer her advice and encouragement.
The story is inspired by a real-life event that occurred on February 25, when a rare deep-sea anglerfish was spotted swimming near the surface of the ocean. This incredible situation sparked emotions in many, and this book brings that inspiring tale to life in a whimsical and captivating way.
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“The skin I’m in is magic, as warm as golden light.
It holds the stars, the earth, the sky, and makes me shine so bright.”
Celebrating self-love, identity, and diversity, The Skin I’m In Is Magic empowers children to embrace their unique beauty and the stories their skin holds, and reminds young readers that their skin – no matter its shade, freckles, birthmarks, or vitiligo – is special, strong, and full of magic.
Perfect for anti-racist families, educators, and caregivers, this heartfelt book encourages conversations about race, representation, and self-acceptance. It’s a must-have for children of all backgrounds, especially those who may feel different or want to see themselves reflected in the pages of a book.
This book also includes hands-on activities and thoughtful discussion questions to help children explore self-love, diversity, and standing up for others in a meaningful way.
For ages 3-8
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Elle Carter Neal is the author of the middle-grade chapter book The Convoluted Key, picture book I Own All the Blue, and teen science-fantasy novel Madison Lane and the Wand of Rasputin. She has been telling stories for as long as she can remember, holding childhood slumber-party audiences entranced until the early hours of the morning. Elle decided to be an author the day she discovered that real people wrote books and that writing books was a real job.