AustLit

'A wonderfully inclusive book to celebrate the anticipated birth of a child.

'Before you were born
and while you grew,
there was a party
just for you.

'Created by talented duo Katrina Germein and Helène Magisson, this heartwarming picture book captures the excitement and anticipation of the arrival of a baby. Filled with love, hope and happiness, Before You Were Born celebrates the universal joy of new babies in all kinds of families.'

Source : publisher's blurb

'Loutka is a brilliant puppet maker. All of his creations work perfectly, just as he expects them to.

'Except for Claudette. She is a rickety misfit who longs for freedom and adventure.

'What can be done with such a puppet?

'Loutka doesn't know.

'So Claudette stays on the shelf. Until one incredible day…

'With captivating illustrations and gentle words, Claudette takes the reader on a courageous and magical adventure beyond the clouds, discovering the power of beauty, possibility and self-worth along the way.' (Publication summary)

'Loutka is a brilliant puppet maker. All of his creations work perfectly, just as he expects them to.

'Except for Claudette. She is a rickety misfit who longs for freedom and adventure.

'What can be done with such a puppet?

'Loutka doesn't know.

'So Claudette stays on the shelf. Until one incredible day…

'With captivating illustrations and gentle words, Claudette takes the reader on a courageous and magical adventure beyond the clouds, discovering the power of beauty, possibility and self-worth along the way.' (Publication summary)