His bestselling second novel, Jasper Jones, was released in 2009 and is considered a modern Australian classic. His critically acclaimed debut novel, Rhubarb, was published in 2004. It's about when to persevere, and when to be merciful, as Sam learns when to let go, and when to hold on.Ĭraig Silvey is an author and screenwriter from Fremantle, Western Australia. It's about two lives forever changed by a chance encounter - one offering hope, the other redemption. Honeybee is a tender, profoundly moving novel brimming with vivid characters and luminous words. Honeybee is a heart-breaking, life-affirming novel that throws us headlong into a world of petty thefts, extortion plots, botched bank robberies, daring dog rescues and one spectacular drag show.Īt the heart of Honeybee is Sam: a solitary, resilient young person battling to navigate the world as their true self ensnared by a loyalty to a troubled mother, scarred by the volatility of a domineering step-father, and confounded by the kindness of new alliances. Bonded by their suffering, each privately commits to the impossible task of saving the other. Slowly, we learn what led Sam and Vic to the bridge that night. A fateful connection is made, and an unlikely friendship blooms. Bookings preferredįor bookings or more information call 1300 374 765 or email will be available for sale at the event.Late in the night, fourteen-year-old Sam Watson steps onto a quiet overpass, climbs over the rail and looks down at the road far below.Īt the other end of the same bridge, an old man, Vic, smokes his last cigarette. Runt has already been announced winner of the Best Children's Book, Indie Book Awards, 2023, and has been shortlisted in the Younger Reader, Book of the Year Category in the 2023 CBCA Awards. His previous book Honeybee was a bestseller and one of his earlier books, Jasper Jones, has been adapted for film and stage. About the authorĬraig is a multi award winning author.
Runt is a chapter-book written for children but adults will thoroughly enjoy it too. It's here that she learns of a much, much bigger prize on offer at the prestigious Krumpets Dog Show in London. When Annie overhears an anxious conversation between her parents about the loan on their farm, she decides to enter Runt in the Agility Course Competition at the local fair, which boasts a winner’s purse of $500. Runt, on account of his years eluding capture on the streets, is capable of remarkable speed and acrobatics. About the bookĪnnie Shearer is a solitary girl with a compulsion for fixing things. Where: Shepparton Library, 41-43 Marungi Street, Shepparton Cost: Free Contact: Shepparton Library on 1300 374 765 or Website: Craig’s latest book introduces Annie Shearer and her best friend, an adopted stray dog called Runt.
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