Beauty and the Beast Official US Teaser Trailer

Beauty and the Beast is coming in 2017

Disney is filming a live action re-make of Beauty and the Beast starring Emma Watson. Due for release in March 2017, take a look at some newly released photos here!

Click here for photos from the set.

The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman

This book is part comedy, part love story, the threads of Shakespeare's life drawn from his plays. Could the world's greatest writer truly put down his pen forever to become a gentleman?

He was a boy who escaped small town life to be the most acclaimed playwright of the land. A lover whose sonnets still sing 400 years later; a glover's apprentice who became a gentleman.

But was he happy with his new riches? Who was the woman he truly loved?

The world knows the name of William Shakespeare. This book reveals the man - lover, son and poet. Based on new documentary evidence, as well as textual examination of his plays, this fascinating book gives a tantalising glimpse at what might have been: the other hands that helped craft those plays, the secrets that must ever be hidden but - just possibly - may now be told.

For a review about The Diary of William Shakespeare, Gentleman as well as other great book reviews visit the link below:

http://readingtime.com.au/diary-william-shakespeare-gentleman/

Mary Poppins

One of the most loved literary characters of all time is Mary Poppins.

Many people around the world grew up reading the books by P.L.Travers. The original movie was made by Walt Disney in 1964 starring Julie Andrews in one of her most loved roles. The story of the making of the movie with background information on the reclusive P.L.Travers and her Australian childhood was the subject of the 2013 Disney movie called Saving Mr Banks. There has also been a musical stage show that has traveled the world.

And now there is to be a re-make called "Mary Poppins Returns" starring Emily Blunt. Due out in 2018.

Did you know that there is actually a series of 6 Mary Poppins books?

If you haven't read the books now is the time to start!

More New Books!

Small Things by Mel Tregonning

The Small Things is a beautiful graphic novel that explores notions of belonging and being different, but without any words. It tells the story of a boy who feels alone with his worries, but who learns that help is always close by. This is an extraordinary story, told simply and with breathtaking beauty.

Sister Heart by Sally Morgan

A young Aboriginal girl is taken from the north of Australia and sent to an institution in the distant south. There, she slowly makes a new life for herself and, in the face of tragedy, finds strength in new friendships. Poignantly told from the child's perspective, Sister Heart affirms the power of family and kinship in an unjust world.

Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George 
(The Princesses of Westfalin Trilogy #1)

Galen is a young soldier returning from war; Rose is one of twelve princesses condemned to dance each night for the King Under Stone. Together Galen and Rose will search for a way to break the curse that forces the princesses to dance at the midnight balls. But malevolent forces are working against them, both above and below ground. Captivating from start to finish, Jessica Day George's take on the Grimm's tale The Twelve Dancing Princesses, spins this well trod tale into something entirely fresh and new.
Book #2 Princess of Glass and Book #3 Princess of the Silver Woods are also available in the Library!

New Books!

The Book of Whispers by Kimberley Starr

Set in Tuscany, 30 years after the Battle of Hastings, The Book of Whispers, follows Luca, heir to the Conte de Falconi title, and Suzan, who has dreams about a boy and an ancient book. Luca is also prone to strange dreams and visions of demons which must be kept secret from the villainous priest, Ramberti who is always lying in wait. Together, Suzan and Luca embark on a quest to defeat the forces of man and demon who will stop at nothing to destroy their world. 

Our Chemical Hearts by Krystal Sutherland

Henry has been hoping to fall hopelessly in love for ages, and he is good at helping others in their quest for love, but it just never seems to happen to him. So when Henry becomes the editor of the school newspaper, things get interesting at the arrival of  second editor, Grace, the antethesis of his dream girl! Grace wears over-sized boys clothes, uses a cane to walk with and rarely seems to wash! She also has a few secrets that she is unwilling to share. As is often the case, it is the unexpected in our lives that makes way for change!

Becoming Aurora by Elizabeth Kasmer

Set in Queensland, Becoming Aurora, tells the story of racial tensions and turf wars. Rory, has just been sentenced to spend her summer helping out at an aged care home which is not how she expected to spend her holidays. Aurora finds herself reading to a former boxing champion and then crosses paths with another former boxer, this time a migrant named Essam. Aurora has always played the perpetrator in life but now finds herself a victim. Can she reply on her past experiences in order to survive?

May Gibbs Online Exhibition

"On all the big Gumtrees there are Gumnut Babies.  Some people see them and some don't; but they see everybody and everything.  Perhaps that's why their eyes are so big... They are full of mischief and are always teasing the slow-going creatures; but they hurt nothing and are gentle, for they love all the world"


One hundred years ago the first edition of May Gibbs' iconic Gumnut Babies was published - the forerunner to her classic Snugglepot and Cuddlepie.

The State Library of NSW is currently running an online exhibition of her works - a fitting centenary tribute to a true Australian classic.

Visit the world of May Gibbs at:

http://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/stories/may-gibbs

Book Sale !!

We have some great books for sale in the Library - titles are listed below. 

Books are all $5 with the proceeds going to Night Patrol so come on in and take a look before they're all gone...!! 


Bitter Greens by Kate Forsyth

The Raven King by Maggie Stiefvater 

In the Company Of Strangers by Liz Byrski

Tomorrow There Will Be Apricots by Jessica Soffer

Flight Behaviour by Barbara Kingsolver

The Avalon Ladies Scrapbooking Society by Darien Gee

Home Front by Kristin Hannah

The Darkest Hour by Barbara Erskine


The Vintage Teacup Club by Vanessa Greene

Father of the Rain by Lily King

The Unfinished Journals of Elizabeth D by Nichole Bernier

The Misogynist by Piers Paul Read

Can't Wait to Get to Heaven by Fannie Flagg

The Travelling Hornplayer by Barbara Trapido

Rise and Shine by Anna Quindlen


The Teashop on the Corner by Milly Johnson

The Roots of the Olive Tree by Courtney Miller Santo

White Truffles in Winter by N. M. Kelby

Jigs & Reels by Joanne Harris

Holy Fools by Joanne Harris

The Hand That First Held Mine by Maggie O'Farrell

The Private Patient by P.D. James 


Sapphire Skies by Belinda Alexandra

A Place of Hiding by Elizabeth George

Believing the Lie by Elizabeth George

The Proper Care & Maintenance of Friendship by Lisa Verge Higgins

Dinner at Rose's by Danielle Hawkins

Nail Art for Book Lovers

Do you want to take your love of books to your fingernails?

Book blogger Ananda Salles creates book covers on her nails.

Take a look at Bookish on iView.

Shaun Tan

Shaun Tan is one of Australia's most successful artists and illustrators. He is known for picture books such as The Rabbits, The Arrival, The Lost Thing and The Red Tree. His books tackle subjects such as immigration, colonialism and depression in young people.

In this article, Shaun talks about his interest in Grimm's fairytales and the process of creating his latest book - The Singing Bones.

How Shaun Tan transformed Children's Literature by Lorien Kite.

It is available in the school library. Click here for the link to Oliver.

Student Review: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins is the second book in The Hunger Games Trilogy. It is fun, engaging and a real page-turner!

Collins describes and juxtaposes the impoverished District 12 with the privileged Capitol, however, most of the action takes place in the deceptively dangerous arena. Collins protagonist, Katniss, is a fierce fighter who is denying her love for Peeta who is brave and very protective of her. Then there is Gale, Katniss' hunting partner, who has a soft-spot for her since they met, creating a love triangle!

Collins vivid description of the dramatic action helps to create suspense which leaves you holding onto the edge of your seat! This book is great for people who love action and romance.

- Kaylan Prestwidge 9M

Have you read a great book lately? Fill out the Contact Form (located to the left of the screen) and you too could see your review published here!

Thank you Kaylan for such a fantastic review!  - Mrs Crisafulli

Roald Dahl Read-a-thon

How many Roald Dahl books can you read between August 1 and September 13 ??

To celebrate 100 years since the birth of Roald Dahl, Penguin are holding a read-a-thon. In order to unlock the entry form to be in the running to win a weekend away to see Matilda The Musical on stage in Brisbane for you and your family, you must read at least seven books and complete the seven quizzes on those books by Tuesday, September 13.

To enter the competition you'll have to answer the following question:

Who is your favourite character from Roald Dahl's Matilda, and why?

The best answer wins!

Visit the following webpage to register. Good Luck!

https://www.penguin.com.au/competitions/roald-dahl-100-readathon/

The Lost Sapphire by Belinda Murrell

The Lost Sapphire is one of seven time-slip books by Belinda Murrell that cleverly weaves modern-day and historical narratives creating seamless relationships between characters that exist many years apart. 

Marli is staying with her dad in Melbourne, when she discovers a mysterious family heirloom in the form of an abandoned mansion that is being returned to her family from the government after ninety years. Marli sneaks into the locked garden to explore, and meets Luca, a boy who has his own connection to Riversleigh.

It's 1922 and fifteen-year-old Violet leads a life of privilege. An army of servants looks after the family - including new chauffeur Nikolai Petrovich, a young Russian emigre. But at a time when women have little control over their futures, can Violet avoid the family curse to lead the life she wants?

For more of Belinda's wonderful time-slip stories visit her webpage at http://belindamurrell.com.au/

New Bios in your Library

Two new Biographies - two amazing, successful women! 

Maggie Smith: A Biography by Michael Coveney

Two-time Academy Award winner, Dame Maggie Smith, has been performing on stage and screen for over six decades. With recent high-profile roles as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter film franchise, and as the formidable Dowager Countess of Grantham, in the successful television series Downton Abbey, Smith has never been more universally admired by generations of audiences. Coveney gives readers a rare glimpse into Smith's fascinating life by drawing on archives, interviews, and personal encounters, in an effort to discover the working-class lady at the centre of all the hype, who started in comedy revues, and is now one of the biggest stars to ever come out of Britain.

Natural Born Keller: My Life and Other Palaver


Much-loved Australian radio and television personality, Amanda Keller, lifts the lid on her own life in this hilarious new book. Keller attempts to look back as to what it was that made her the powerful, influential woman that she is today *insert cough. From her sunny childhood in Brisbane, her daggy teenage years in Sydney, her "finest moments" at college, and finally to the establishment of her career amongst the heavy weights of Australian television and radio. Vivid, funny and entertaining.... just like Keller herself!

Saving Francesca by Melina Marchetta

I read this book and loved it, but I am going to give the floor to this YouTube reviewer who can sell it much better than I can.... Enjoy!

The BFG

Roal Dahl's book The BFG has been made into a movie and is currently showing at the cinemas.

A wonderful exhibition of Quentin Blake's illustrations has recently opened in London's House of Illustration.

For those not lucky enough to be travelling to London, take a look at this article from The Guardian Newspaper which has a number of the illustrations with commentary from Quentin Blake. It gives an insight into the relationship between author and illustrator and how the illustrations developed over time.


http://www.theguardian.com/childrens-books-site/gallery/2016/jun/24/the-bfg-quentin-blake-roald-dahl

New Books!

One Would Think the Deep by Claire Zorn

Male protagonist, Sam, has just found himself alone in the world after his mum dies unexpectedly of a brain aneurysm. The only phone number he has is that of his Aunt Lorraine whom he hasn't seen for years and his only memory of her is with a glass of wine and a cigarette in her hand. But if he is to escape DoCS he must go to live with her. In year 11, life is tough for Sam, but he tags onto his cousin Minty and goes surfing to get rid of all the fuzz in his head. This story is both heart-wrenching and beautiful.

Game Theory by Barry Jonsberg

Jamie is 16 and a Maths whizz. When his wild, older sister, Summerlee, wins 7.5 millions dollars in the Lottery, she decides to leave the family. But of course that much money can be real trouble and their younger sister Phoebe is kidnapped for ransom. Jamie believes that through gaming strategies he can predict what the kidnapper will do next, but is he risking too much? Will Phoebe survive? Barry Jonsberg at his best!

Dear Pakistan by Rosanne Hawke

Having spent most of her life in Pakistan, Jamie Richards has been brought back to Australia by her family to finish her studies, but, for Jamie, school is very different to when she was last here as a young girl. Feeling the outsider in a culture that is meant to be her own, Jamie just can't seem to fit in. Each evening she writes to the country that lives in her heart, hence the title "Dear Pakistan".

Sportsmanship: Our Stories by Net Brennan

This new addition to the non-fiction picture book series Our Stories is about sports and sportsmanship in Australia. Australia's passion for sport defines us: our history, traditions, values and identity are strongly intertwined with our sporting achievements. These are the stories of the sportsmen and women whose talent stopped the nation. 

Circle by Jeannie Baker

Each year, Bar-tailed Godwits undertake the longest unbroken migration of any animal in the world, flying from Australia and New Zealand to their breeding grounds in the Arctic and back again. In Circle, Jeannie Baker follows the Godwit's incredible flight, taking us over awe-inspiring scenes, as the birds follow invisible pathways to reach their destination.

Awful Auntie by David Walliams

If you are a Roald Dahl fan, read on…

Set in the 1920s, this book is about Lady Stella Saxby, rightful heir to Saxby Hall, and her manipulative, evil, Aunt Alberta. Aunt Alberta has a giant pet owl called Wagner, and the pair will do absolutely anything to own Saxby Hall. You’ll be appalled at horrid Aunt Alberta and the despicable things she gets up to, but luckily Stella has a little help from a rather unlikely ally.

Author, David Walliams, writes with warmth, madcap humour and a prose style that fits well with his zany characters. From poor, orphaned Lady Stella, to Soot the ghostly chimney sweep, to Gibbon the ancient butler who serves burning slippers thinking their toasted crumpets. 

There's awesome illustrations throughout as well that help bring the story to life. Give this one a go... it's an easy read and you won't be disappointed!

Here’s David Walliams with a sneak peek! If you think he looks familiar... Yes!... He's a judge on Britain's Got Talent! 

Storytime with Kindergarten

Kindergarten came to visit the library for Simultaneous Storytime. Mrs Leask read "I Got This Hat" by Jol and Kate Temple and talked to the children about some of the different hats she wears. After storytime some Year 7 students played a matching game in groups and helped kindergarten make a bookmark to take home.

We had a great visit celebrating the joy of storytelling!

Favourite Heroines and Villians

Who is your favourite literary hero or villian?

According to a World Book Day poll, many heroes are women! including Matilda, Hermoine and Katniss.


Find out if you agree by reading HERE.https://www.thereadingroom.com/article/majority-of-favorite-children-s-book-heroes-are-female/1404

National Simultaneous Storytime

National Simultaneous Storytime is an annual campaign that aims to encourage more young Australians to read and enjoy books. Now in its 16th successful year, it is a colourful, vibrant, fun event that aims to promote the value of reading and literacy, using an Australian children's book.

This year's book is I Got This Hat by Jol and Kate Temple. 

Next Thursday, May 26, Mrs Leask, has kindly offered to read the book to OLF's Kindy classes, who will be coming to our library wearing their favourite hats... stay tuned for some cute pics! They will also be making I Got This Hat bookmarks to take home with them.

Here's a bit of Wednesday fun - The ladies at Mitcham Library service give their version of the book. Enjoy!

Meet the Author

Claire Zorn

Love Claire Zorn?

Recently she chattered to SpineOut magazine about her new book One Would Think the Deep. Here's a snippet!

What was the inspiration for the story of your new book?

I read a news story a couple of years ago about two brothers who got into a fight with each other at a pub... I was struck by the complexity of the situation... and wanted to flesh out and explore the grey area [of] violence.

What do you like most about writing?

Making up characters and writing dialogue. It sounds nuts but its like I can hear them talking. I eavesdrop of them.

Read more of Claire's interview here:

https://sites.google.com/a/syd.catholic.edu.au/english-st-ursula-s-college/

New Books!

The Special Ones by Em Bailey 

Find it on the fiction shelf - F BAI

A great read, suspenseful and a bit scary! Em Bailey wrote Shift, another stand alone terrific read. The special ones are four virtuous teenagers whose lives are followed by many. The problem is that they are kept in captivity by 'The Master' who tells them that he is saving them from the dangerous world outside. Esther understands what is happening, but how can she escape and will she endanger the other three if she does? The 'followers' have no idea that the three girls and one boy are being held captive.

Frankie by Shivaun Plozza

Find it on the fiction shelf - F PLO

Shivaun Plozza has written short stories, essays and poetry, but this is her first novel. It is extremely brave and Frankie is a feisty teenager with lots of problems. Set in Melbourne the story is about how Frankie is coping with her difficult life when someone turns up and says that he is her half-brother. The trouble is that he stirs memories that Frankie has pushed away. What is the truth and will she be able to deal with it when she finds it!

Special by Georgia Blain

Find it on the fiction shelf - F BLA

In this dystopian tale we meet Fern who has been wiped from all data and must survive by working to earn enough to stay alive. She used to be Halston, an exclusive school for those who have enough money to have been genetically designed. Who should she believe? The ones who rescued her and then left her? Her mobile that tells her she is not Fern? or her own beliefs?

Nginingawila Ngirramini: Our Story by Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga

Find it on the biography shelf - BIO NGI

This is a collection of mini autobiographies of nine Tiwi girls. It is beautifully produced with the help of the Indigenous Literacy Foundation and tells of their heroes, sacred places and some of the happy moments in their lives.

Protest in Australia: What Do We Want? by Sue Lawson

Find it on the non-fiction shelf - NF 303.48LAW

An interesting topic not often written about, Protest in Australia: What Do We Want? covers lots of past protests with many photos and illustrations. Sue Lawson has done extensive research in this accessible book.

The Simple Things by Bill Condon

Find it on the fiction shelf: F CON

The Simple Things centres on the relationship between Stephen, a fairly clueless ten-year-old boy, and his formidable great aunt, Lola. When Stephen’s family decide to visit Lola for three weeks, Stephen comes face-to-face with this seemingly fierce woman whom he has only ever known as a name on a birthday card. Reluctant to warm to her at first, Stephen soon learns that Lola isn’t just any old lady. He begins to see that despite their age gap, they really do have a lot in common, and it is through this unlikely friendship that Stephen does a lot of growing up and Lola does a lot of mending.

This is a cute, humorous book that won’t take you long to read, but will give you some food for thought. Especially about the simple things in life and the importance of family.

- Mrs Crisafulli

Boy Overboard by Morris Gleitzman

Find it on the fiction shelf: F GLE

Boy Overboard is the story of an Afghan family who love, but ultimately have to flee their homeland. For Jamal, and his sister Bibi, soccer is the solution with the two hatching a plan to lead Australia to World Cup glory in order to reverse all the horror they have endured under the Taliban regime.

Morris Gleitzman, uses humour and engaging characters to create an open, accessible dialogue on current global issues such as gender discrimination, human rights and cultural difference. But at the heart of this book is a simple narrative of one family’s plight to seek refuge in Australia and the harsh realities of this process.

Despite such heavy topics, this is actually an enjoyable read with lots of funny antics to lighten the mood and the resilience and determination of Jamal and Bibi to survive, is nothing short of inspiring.

- Mrs Crisafulli

The First Third by Will Kostakis

Find it on the fiction shelf: F KOS

Billy’s yia yia (Greek grandmother) will tell you…

“Life is made up of three parts: in the first third, you’re embarrassed by your family; in the second, you make a family of your own; and in the end, you just embarrass the family you’ve made”. Billy is used to being embarrassed by his family. But when his yia yia is taken ill, and asks him to complete her bucket list (things to complete before you die), it definitely ups the ante on the embarrassment scale!

Charged with finding his mother a husband, bringing his freedom-loving older brother back from Brisbane, and reconnecting with his troubled little brother, Billy sure needs a helping hand.

Luckily, he’s got his best mate, Sticks, along for the ride, which includes a spontaneous trip to Melbourne among other complicated ventures. All this… and Billy is still trying to sort out his own “First Third”. Including, how to get through school, ride a bike for the first time, eat enough food (Greek!), and kiss a girl without her running away.

Will Billy come out the other side with all the answers and some sense of who he is as well? You’ll just have to read and see!

- Mrs Crisafulli

Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories by R.J. Palacio

Find it on the fiction shelf: F PAL

In Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories, the author R.J. Palacio is very clear; “… this is not a squeal to Wonder." In saying that however, this book offers three fascinating parallel narratives occurring at the same moment in time as Auggie's journey in Wonder.

Here we discover the stories of Julian (yes, the jerk), Charlotte (Auggie's "welcome buddy") and Christopher (Auggie's oldest friend) and see how their experiences with Auggie, past and present, affect their own journeys, both through middle school and beyond. It’s all in the perspective. To witness an event from a different point-of-view and to understand where a character is coming from can be quite the revelation!

A must if you've read Wonder, but still an enjoyable book if you haven't.

- Mrs Crisafulli

Library Wars (Manga) series by Kiiro Yumi

Find it on the graphic novels shelf: GRA YUM

I discovered the Library Wars manga series through blind date with a book, I am so glad my friend got me to take part in the program. Library Wars takes place in Japan in the near future, where the government has created the media betterment act, giving people the right to remove books, magazines, newspapers and other media which they consider harmful to society. They send out employees of the Media Betterment Committee (MBC) to gather up any media that they see as harmful and destroy it.

The libraries formed the Library Freedom Act in opposition to the MBC and with the help of local communities, established their own army, called the Library Forces, to fight against the MBC and protect books. Libraries are the only protected places from the MBC whilst the bookstores aren't. A girl named Iku Kasahara was at the bookstore when the MBC showed up, removing all the books on their list. Her favourite book, the one that she happened to be buying at the time, was on the MBC's list. She receives help from a Library Force agent who is able to save her book.

Admiring the agent's work, she graduates from university as a Librarian, joins the Library Forces and is the first girl to be accepted as an agent. After training hard and proving to be a great agent she is placed into the elite team alongside another newbie, Hikaru Tezuka as well as Atsushi Dojo and Mikihisa Komaki, both second class agent Librarians. Iku faces many challenges, some life threatening, others playing with her heart. Learning lessons along the way and overcoming some of the biggest obstacles she has ever faced!

- Antoinette Dagher (7C)

Thanks Antoinette for this wonderful review. We're so glad that you found this series through "Blind Date with a Book" which we will be running again in Book Week this August - Mrs Crisafulli

The King Arthur Triology by Rosemary Sutcliffe

Find it on the Gifted and Talented shelf. Books are marked with a green dot.

The King Arthur Trilogy is a fantasy/medieval series by Rosemary Sutcliffe. The series consists of three books, ‘The Sword and the Circle’, ‘The Light Beyond the Forest’, and ‘The Road to Camlann’. The stories are based around the Arthurian legends, and retells what may have happened in the lead-up to Arthur’s life, and what happens during Arthur’s life.

I believe that the book is appropriate for ages 12+, because the majority of scenes which would be deemed inappropriate for a child are skillfully written in a way which isn't as visual.

Rosemary has retold this story well, and I personally love the difference from the dialogue in the story to how people would speak today, it’s archaic, but easy to understand.

Overall I definitely enjoyed this classic retelling of the Arthur story, and would recommend it to anyone who’s interested in fantasy stories.

 - Allyssa C-Forbes (7B)

Thanks Allyssa for a great review! The library also has copies of other books about King Arthur as books and eBooks. Come into the library and ask about them! - Mrs Lansdown

Just A Girl by Jane Caro

Find it on the fiction shelf: F CAR

Elizabeth was born in one of the most interesting times in English history. Her father was King Henry VIII. Her mother, Anne Boleyn, was the second of Henry's eight wives. After her mother was executed, she was raised in an environment of personal and political intrigue. Elizabeth was the second of Henry's three children and as third in line to the throne, was not expected to become Queen. In Just a Girl, it is the night before Elizabeth's Coronation as Queen Elizabeth I of England. She tells the story of her journey from girl to queen. While historically accurate, Just a Girl is also a fascinating read for anyone who like family and political drama.

If you enjoy this book, you can continue Elizabeth's journey in Jane Caro's next book, Just a Queen.

- Mrs Lansdown

Nona and Me by Clare Atkins

Find it on the fiction shelf: F ATK

Nona & Me is a poignant story about black and white Australia, told from the perspective of Rosie, a white Ŋäpaki girl, born and raised in the remote Aboriginal community of Yirrkala in Northern Arnhem Land. Rosie & her parents are spiritually adopted by their Aboriginal Yolŋu neighbours, becoming family. So when Rosie and Nona grow up together, they are in every sense of the word: sisters.  

When the girls are nine years-old, Nona moves away and when she returns years later, Rosie is in Year 10 and much has changed. No longer connected to the community, Rosie has new friends, and prefers to spend her time in the mining town of Nhulunbuy where she goes to school. When Nona turns up in Rosie’s class, gone is the easy relationship they once shared and in its place sits the uneasy complications of race and identity. 

Beautifully told, Nona & Me is Rosie’s story. We are there as she tries to make sense of her own beliefs, that of her parents, her school and everyone in between. Rosie attempts to navigate the seeming “two worlds” in which she lives, but with racial tensions never very far away, can Rosie stay true to herself? to Nona? and to her spiritual family?

- Mrs Crisafulli