Original children’s picture book about a sheepdog called Dart, who lives on a high country station in the South Island of New Zealand. The book follow’s Dart’s adventures on the farm. Bestselling children’s book at Whitcoulls in 2012.
Full pdf book available here.
Review of 'Dart of Castle Hill' by Wheeler's Books - Auckland
“This book has it all - gorgeous contemporary collage illustrations, hide and seek interactive text, great rhyming story, the backdrop of a stunning New Zealand sheep station, lovely sense of humour and even sheep poo. Dart the dog is a wonderful main character - a bundle of energy who is tireless in his search and very appealing. An added bonus is that you get to find out what goes on in a hill country sheep station. Great ending - funny and unexpected. It's so good to look at and so well written that parents won't mind reading this book over and over again!”
A sequel children's picture book to the bestselling 'Dart Of Castle Hill'. The story follows a new arrival at the farm - Phylys the 'posh' truck from the big city. This was a fun project incorporating techniques from the previous book but also broadening the story line with the subtle adventures of the mouse.
Full pdf book available here.
Review of 'Phylys the Farm Truck'
"This is a fun book that is easy to read with cute little stanzas telling the tale. The illustrations are beautiful, quirky and detailing farm life. This book will engage farm kids, who will view parts of their daily lives, and city kids, who will get a glimpse of a different New Zealand lifestyle. It gives the messages of always trying your best in whatever you do and prejudging others is not good. Quintessentially kiwi, this book delights every child who reads it."
