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1 y separately published work icon Australia’s Most Adorable Animal Tales Merv Lamington , South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2021 23575534 2021 selected work short story

'There’s Dusty the kangaroo who thinks he’s a dog, and Louie the emu who thinks she’s a cow. There’s Bazz the dog who likes beekeeping, and Pebble the joey who loves reality TV.

'From an opera-loving seal to the happiest marsupial of them all, take a look at the weird, wild and adorable world of Australia’s animals, as supplied by animal lovers the length and breadth of Australia.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Flower Power Labradors Merv Lamington , Allison Langton (illustrator), South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2019 17002977 2019 single work picture book children's

'Flower Power Labradors!

Come with me to shake their paws.

Black and golden, chocolate brown

Each one has a flower crown.

'These adorable pups spread happiness and joy everywhere they go with the magic of flower power! Join them on a day filled with play, songs, cuddles, parties, baths and sneaking bites of pie.

'And don’t forget your flower crown!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon Quite a Clever Quokka Merv Lamington , Allison Langton (illustrator), South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2018 15592921 2018 single work picture book children's

'Meet Leonardo, an arty young quokka on Rottnest Island.

'Drawn by the bright city lights across the sea, Leo comes up with a dastardly plan to escape a life of endless selfies with tourists. He runs away to become a painter! But making it in the big smoke isn’t as easy as he thought and soon Leo starts to wonder – is he such a clever quokka after all?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon Kung-fu Kangaroo Merv Lamington , Allison Langton (illustrator), South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2018 14690560 2018 single work picture book children's

'Meet Chops. She dreams of being a kung-fu master. The trouble is she’s a kung-fu disaster.
'Her feet are too big, her arms are too small, and she’s more likely to break her head than break a plank. But when she leaves the billiabong in despair, Chops discovers that she might just be a hero after all…
'Based on a true story, Kung-fu Kangaroo is for anyone who has felt the joy of finding a place to belong.  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon True Animal Tales Merv Lamington , 2018 South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2018 14690505 2018 series - author picture book
1 y separately published work icon I Wanted a Giant Chocolate Egg but All I Got Has This Stupid Book Merv Lamington , Makoto Koji (illustrator), South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2018 13927052 2018 single work picture book children's

'I wanted a giant chocolate egg but all I got was this stupid book. You too? I know just who’s to blame for this outrage. Come on, let’s go find the Easter Bunny… 
'Join an Easter egg hunt of a different kind in this journey from disappointment to elation. The perfect (non-edible*) gift for any kid who’s ever felt that the Easter Bunny could have done better. 
'*Note: this book is not made of chocolate. Sorry.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Singing Seal Merv Lamington , Allison Langton (illustrator), South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2018 13460656 2018 single work picture book children's

'Meet Florence, a flamboyant fur seal who lives on the steps of the Sydney Opera House. Unlike the other seals, Florence has plans. Big plans. She's going to be a world-famous singer. But does Florence have what it takes to become a real SEALPRANO?'  (Publication summary)
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