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1 Overcoming Bias in the Next Generation : 5 Unmissable Australian Queer Picture Books Helen Caple , Ping Tian , 2022 single work review
— Appears in: The Conversation , 22 March 2022;
— Review of Who's Your Real Mum? Bernadette Green , 2020 single work picture book ; Wrestle! Charlotte Mars , Maya Newell , Gus Skattebol-James , 2019 single work picture book ; My Shadow is Pink Scott Stuart , 2020 single work picture book ; Love Makes a Family Sophie Beer , 2018 single work picture book ; Introducing Teddy : A Gentle Story about Gender and Friendship Jessica Walton , 2016 single work picture book

'Queer parents and their children rarely see families like theirs in books for early and pre-readers.' 
1 Empathy Starts Early : 5 Australian Picture Books That Celebrate Diversity Ping Tian , Helen Caple , 2021 single work column
— Appears in: The Conversation , 5 February 2021;

'Early exposure to diverse story characters, including in ethnicity, gender and ability, helps young people develop a strong sense of identity and belonging. It is also crucial in cultivating compassion towards others.'
1 In 20 Years of Award-winning Picture Books, Non-white People Made up Just 12% of Main Characters Helen Caple , Ping Tian , 2020 single work column
— Appears in: The Conversation , 15 October 2020;

'A highlight for Australian children’s literature is the announcements of the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Book of the Year award winners. This year’s winners will be announced on Friday October 16 — right before the start of CBCA’s Book Week on October 19.' 
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