Barefoot Bob and Bruno live together in a broken down barracks surrounded by the beautiful Aussie bush. Although they don't have much in the bank, they are the best of buddies and life is bonzer. Then one day Bob hits the bonanza and everything changes. Without a backward glance, Bob and Bruno move to the big smoke. But is this fancy new life better than the one they had in the bush? An alliterative, humorous tale which celebrates mate-ship and introduces young readers to the quintessential language of the Australian bush.
Book Features:
- A rollicking story that is distinctly Australian.
- Clever use of lively alliteration throughout the book to tell the story, entertain and bring the Australian outback to life.
- Celebrates and educates kids on the colloquial Aussie bush slang that is fast disappearing.
- Explores the close, special relationship between dogs and people, in a rural setting.
- A great teaching resource for schools.
About the Authors
Robyn Osborne was born in Brisbane, but grew up on the Sunshine Coast. Her claim to fame at Nambour High was being regularly sent to the office for not wearing regulation leather shoes by overzealous prefects, including Kevin Rudd. Robyn is an author, teacher and self-confessed animal fanatic. She has published a number of successful children’s titles including
Going Fishing, Going Camping (a Qld Premier’s Reading Challenge book) and
My Dog Socks (a CBCA Notable book). Her canine inspired books
Dog Logic and
Midget Bones’ Diary have proved popular with dog loving readers. Robyn currently lives on the Fraser Coast with her husband and Jack the dog, the perfect writer’s muse.
John Phillips is a talented artist and illustrator across many different mediums. He has illustrated a number of children’s titles, including authoring and John Phillips is a talented artist, author and illustrator who works across many different mediums. He has beautifully illustrated a number of children’s titles, including his own picture books
The Duke of Hinklewinkle and
Grandpa and Tuskathat are being released in 2018. John’s lively illustrations are always entertaining and bring a large dose of fun and colour to the page.