AustLit

'Pipp Puggle is a tiny echidna with a big problem.

'Although he's good at doing lots of things, like: hunting ants, curling into a ball, and building terrifically tidy burrows, Pipp's spines simply will not come. Tired of waiting for them to appear, Pip sets out on a quest to make them grow. But he soon learns that some things can't be rushed...

'This is a gentle, humorous tale emphasising the importance of perseverance and patience. It also showcases some of Australia's best-loved native animals and their unique characteristics.' (From the publisher's website.)