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Book SynopsisOn an ordinary day, in an even more ordinary town, it was Albert’s birthday.
When Grandma Z roars into town on her motorcycle, Albert is swept up in a very extraordinary adventure. Life may never be the same again!
This glorious debut from Daniel Gray-Barnett is filled with wonder, imagination, and a wild, magical spirit that will thrill young and old.
Trade Review‘Grandma Z celebrates the power of vivid imagination, and the illustrations are absolutely spectacular, with bold colours and strong brushstrokes that convey a magical world … Daniel Gray-Barnett … has created something entirely unique that is both readable and a visual feast.’
-- Angela Crocombe * Books+Publishing *
‘This book will inspire and reinforce the importance of fun in growing up and lead you to believe that every day can be “unordinary”.’ * Herald Sun *
‘Every child will enjoy the way Albert’s life gets caught up in the whirlwind of Grandma Z … this is very much a story about that wonderful connection between generations.’
* Early Years Educator *
‘This glorious book with splashes of colour is filled with wonder, imagination and a wild magical spirit that will thrill young and old alike!’
* Creative Steps *
‘An unusual, joyful picture book.’
* The School Librarian *
‘This brilliant debut from Daniel Gray-Barnett is filled with wonder, imagination, and a wild, magical spirit that will delight grown-ups and little ones alike.’
-- Carly Glendinning * Absolutely Mama *
‘You won’t find Grandma Z with curlers and knitting needles. Run-of-the-mill for this gregarious granny involves motorcycles, rock climbing, a dragon’s tooth horn, dancing Icelandic ponies and afternoon tea at a palace – all while wearing a furry blue trench coat.’
-- Melanie Kembrey * The Saturday Age *
