Norton and the Bear

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Is imitation the sincerest form of flattery Or is it just annoying This hilarious read-aloud helps children deal with the sensitive topics of conformity, individuality and belonging in an accessible way. This is a must-have for every child you know. Gabriel Evans is an Australian super talent whose work will resonate with fans of Gus Gordon and Patrick McDonnell.

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Shortlisted for the Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year

From the recipient of the inaugural Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Picture Book Illustrator Award in the "Established Illustrator" category

"This is an endearing story about the contradictory need to be different, yet to belong...Gabriel Evans has taken this theme and created two lovable relatable characters who struggle with the push pull of this dichotomy until they realise they are inherently unique on the inside." CBCA Reading Time

"The humour will grab children as they will see their own overreactions within Nortons despair at Bear and his copying. This is a simple, meaningful and visually stunning book that reminds us all that what we look like on the outside doesnt matter nearly so much as what we are like on the inside." ReadPlus, highly recommended

Author Bio

Gabriel Evans is a celebrated Australian picture book author and illustrator. He creates his ideas from a small studio near a river where he drinks tea and paints pictures in watercolour.