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  Murray Ball - A Cartoonist's...

  Mason Ball

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  The long-awaited biography of cartoonist Murray Ball, creator of Footrot Flats 
    
  In Murray Ball: A Cartoonist's Life, Murray's son Mason Ball shares all the hits and misses and long years of hard graft that went into what would become the wildly successful creative enterprise: Footrot Flats. From his unique viewpoint and with candid honesty, Mason reveals the real-life backstory to Murray's most iconic characters and themes, telling the story of the man - and father - who could see the quirks of human nature and capture them with the stroke of a pen. 
  Richly illustrated with family photos and cartoons by the bloke who brought us that most lovable character, the Dog. 
  Let me show you how my dad became a leading cartoonist of his generation, how his endearing characters evolved and where the insightful and humorous ideas sprang from. Let's see the man behind the drawing desk and delve into the workings of his mind. - Mason Ball  
  HarperCollins Australia 2024

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  Thor - An Illustrated Guide to...

  L. Dean Lee

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  Learn more about Thor, the revered God of Thunder, and explore the wyrd world of Norse mythology with this beautifully illustrated guide as your companion.   This is a culturally informed introduction to Thor, the hammer-wielding, storm-shaking, fiery-haired son of Odin, and one of the most prominent figures in all of Norse mythology and Nordic folklore.  Discover who Thor is, what his origins as a deity are, his personality, and his associations.  Explore the role of mythology in pre-Christian Viking and Norse life, its survival in folklore, and its continued significance in modern times.  Learn more about the Norse cosmos and gain an understanding of the different beings, realms, and gods that inhabit it.  Dive into the captivating stories surrounding Thor as he battles giants, gains his hammer, and performs impossible feats of strength until the grisly events of Ragnarok.  Receive expert guidance from a practicing Norse Heathen on how to interact with and venerate Thor with offerings and altars.    Thor was popular across all social classes in the Viking Age and is associated with fertility, sacred groves and trees, and the protection of humankind. He is often depicted with his hammer, Mjölnir, which he uses to fight giants and perform stunning feats of strength.   Written by practicing Norse Heathen L. Dean Lee and illustrated by The Saxon Storyteller, this guide covers Thor not only in ancient times, but through the ages, sharing how he became an icon in today’s pop culture.

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  Magic and Wishes

  Jill Perry

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  A rebellious girl is fed up with the strict rules of her London boarding school for "Proper Young Ladies." When a punishment forces her to dig through the trash, she discovers an old sardine tin containing a grumpy, stubborn djinni who refuses to be bossed around by a schoolgirl. 
  Soon, she's being chased by an orphan from the neighboring charitable home, a mysterious man with fiery whiskers, an irritable school employee, and a ruthless business tycoon all determined to claim the djinni for themselves. With her quick thinking, sharp wit, and fierce spirit, she must outsmart her relentless pursuers and protect her magical discovery. 
  Get ready to meet an unforgettable heroine who refuses to play by the rules and isn’t afraid to take destiny into her own hands.

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  Beast Mage - A progression...

  Derek Alan Siddoway

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  Kellen Lars may be the most unremarkable person on Earth. In the mana-enchanted land of Oras, he could become a champion. 
  After his little sister vanishes before his eyes, Kellen awakens in another realm inhabited by mythical creatures and people who shape the very forces of nature. These are the Beastcallers, wielders of elemental magics who ascend alongside their beast companions. 
  In search of his sister, Kellen explores a savage new world full of magical storms, animal demi-gods and warring tribes. Just surviving isn't an option. If he ever wants to see home again, Kellen must wield his budding powers and train his newly bonded Mana Beast. Even if he succeeds, nothing will ever be the same again. 
  A young man from Earth. A Mana Beast. Together, they'll progress into legend. 
  Introducing a new progression fantasy adventure for fans of Cradle, Digimon, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and Frith Chronicles!

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  A Scattering

  Emma Cameron

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  In Highland Scotland Scotland in 1850, Catrìona carries on with life to the musicality of seasons and Gaelic tunes, until an emotional difference in conditions drives her to battle for everybody and all that she cherishes. 
  Years after the fact Rose, a craftsman, who's attempting to figure out her cracked family and her own fretfulness, look among ruins in an abandoned scene.

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  Dina and the Cleaning Station

  Grandma Higgs

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  Dina and Lightbulb find a cleaning station where small fish don't get eaten by predators. They learn the importance of working together to keep everyone healthy.

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