Queenie in Seven Moves
By (Author) Zanni Louise
Walker Books Australia
Walker Books Australia
1st February 2023
Australia
Children
Fiction
Paperback
240
Width 131mm, Height 200mm
176g
A sensitive, timely story addressing loss and belonging.
To Queenie, home is Peachy, the little house where shes lived forever. But when she and her mum have to leave Peachy, Queenie discovers that home isnt a place at all. Its making new friends and reconnecting with old ones, letting yourself be uncomfortable, and finding the courage to share your song with the world.
This is a wonderful story exploring loss, the reality of housing insecurity, that also tackles growing up, facing your fears and making friends, that is best suited to readers aged 10 - 13 years. * Lamont Books *
A brilliant first novel from acclaimed creator Zanni Louise It is this kind of book that makes us feel less alone. * Ashleigh Meikle *
Queenie in Seven Moves is a compassionate tale filled with images of human kindness, and the acceptance and change that seems to surface frequently in times of crisis. Beautifully written. A great read! * Kids Book Review *
A gentle, age-appropriate approach to some mature topics, this story has heart. -- Cherie Bell * Magpies Magazine *
Based in the Byron Bay hinterland, Zanni Louise is passionate about writing quality books for children and inspiring people to write their own stories.
Zanni has written 16 books for children, including picture books and junior fiction. Her books have been described as quirky, warm and funny, and are sold in many foreign territories. Shes been twice listed in the CBCA Notables, and her picture book Archie and the Bear was selected for the highly prestigious international childrens catalogue: The White Ravens.