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1 y separately published work icon The Thing That Goes Ping! Mark Carthew , Shane McGowan (illustrator), Abbotsford : Ford Street , 2021 20872674 2021 single work picture book children's

'In the faraway town of Figgy-tra-ling, you may hear the faint ring of a thing that goes ping!

'Join in the quest for the thing that goes ping – and meet some fun animals along the way!' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Dingle Dangle Jungle Mark Carthew , Dave Atze (illustrator), Abbotsford : Ford Street , 2020 18446301 2020 single work picture book children's 'In the Dingle Dangle Jungle

you'll find monkeys,
rats and shrews...
Pumas, sloths
and marmosets
Which ones would you choose? 

'The Dingle Dangle Jungle is a rollicking romp through the jungle.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon A Stormy Night Mark Carthew , Simon Prescott (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : New Frontier , 2018 14875133 2018 single work picture book children's

'On a wild and stormy night Marvin and Marigold are scared.

'The wind rattled windows, whistled and whirled as lightning bolts cracked and thunderclaps swirled.

'Will they make it through the night?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon A Christmas Surprise Mark Carthew , Simon Prescott (illustrator), Glebe : New Frontier , 2017 11550568 2017 single work picture book children's

'On the first day in December, Marigold Mouse receives a surprise gift. She can't wait to share her excitement with her best friend Marvin. In the second picture book in the Marvin and Marigold series, Mark Carthew's evocative verse expresses the spirit of the festive season, and Simon Prescott's illustrations bring to life the magic of Christmas.' (Publication summary)
2 y separately published work icon The Great Zoo Hullabaloo! Mark Carthew , Anil Tortop (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2017 10722201 2017 single work picture book children's

''When Jess and Jack opened the gates to the Zoo, it was strangely deserted. Nobody said BOO!' Can Jess and Jack discover the mystery of the missing animals? This magical picture book by award-winning author Mark Carthew, brought to life by Anil Tortop's illustrations, evokes the spirit of adventure in enchanting rhyme.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Big Sneeze Mark Carthew , Simon Prescott (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : New Frontier , 2016 9286657 2016 single work picture book children's

Two mice, Marvin and Marigold, live next door to each other. When Marvin gets a cold, Marigold has to find a cure to save her mouse house. Told in Mark Carthew’s classic lyrical rhyme.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Marvin and Marigold Mark Carthew , 2016 Frenchs Forest : New Frontier , 2016- 9286628 2016 series - author picture book children's
1 y separately published work icon 當月亮在裸泳 : 澳亞詩人寫給中國孩子的詩 / When the Moon Is Swimming Naked : Australian Poetry for the Chinese Youngster Christopher Kelen (editor), Mark Carthew (editor), Macao : Flying Island Books , 2013 8192724 2013 anthology poetry
1 2 y separately published work icon The Moose Is Loose! Mark Carthew , Matt Stanton (illustrator), Sydney : ABC Books , 2013 5974772 2013 single work picture book children's

'′The moose is loose and so is the goose!′

When the animals on the Kalaboo Zoo train break free, it′s up to driver Mac and signalman Bruce to get them back.

But these animals are sneaky, slippery and sly ... Will Mac and Bruce find a way to get the rowdy crew back on board?' (Publisher's blurb)
1 y separately published work icon Witches' Britches, Itches & Twitches! Mark Carthew , Carindale : Interactive Publications , 2011 Z1867842 2011 selected work children's fiction children's humour 'Witches' Britches, Itches & Twitches! is a rhyme, riddle and joke book that combines an eclectic mix of rhymes, jokes, quirky humour, fun banter and sight gags with Mike Spoor's lively and entertaining sketches.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 The Blue Between : Children’s Writing in the Margins Mark Carthew , 2010 single work criticism
— Appears in: TEXT : The Journal of the Australian Association of Writing Programs , October vol. 14 no. 2 2010; 'Author and anthologist Herb Boyd’s recollection of Richard Wright’s tongue in cheek, ‘All you need to compile an anthology is a pair of scissors and a pot of glue’ (Boyd 2003: 50), hints more than a little wryly at the trials and tribulations of anthologists’ struggle for recognition. It is also a struggle for affirmation that I have experienced in my own journey as children’s author, editor and anthologist and member of the broader children’s writing community - a struggle that gnaws at the creative heart of many involved in children’s writing and book creation, precipitating artistic and creative tension for children’s writing, picture books and anthologies as niche genres. In this paper I contend that writing courses within the Australian and globalised higher education sector, along with governments and funding bodies have a responsibility to the broader community to more actively recognise and support creators of children’s books as these books contribute to our literary lore.' (Author's abstract)
1 1 y separately published work icon Machino Supremo! : Poems About Machines Janeen Brian , Mark Carthew (illustrator), John Veeken (illustrator), Knoxfield : Celapene Press , 2009 Z1685155 2009 selected work poetry children's
1 Into the Labyrinth. Early Career Research: The Academic Journey and the Publishing Maze Mark Carthew , 2009 single work criticism
— Appears in: TEXT : The Journal of the Australian Association of Writing Programs , vol. 13 no. 1 2009; Early Career Researchers (ECRs) can learn a great deal from the insights of philosophers such as Aristotle and Socrates, although most would not necessarily wish to emulate Socrates' aggravation of the Athenian proletariat and subsequent execution (by poisoning) for stirring the status quo. While some similarities may appear between academic gatekeepers and the ancient Athenian hegemony, early career researchers are by definition trying to establish themselves; however, biting the hand that feeds you is a cardinal sin in both publishing and academia, as well as a poor option in achieving fulfilment of life choices. In this reflection based on my active practitioner perspective as a PhD in writing candidate and established children's writer, I wish to explore some of the factors affecting an early career researcher's ability to find publishing outlets and forums for their work and interests. I will in turn highlight the importance of having accessible and encouraging support structures for ECRs, the body academic and publishing forums associated with the arts and writing faculty. Source: http://www.textjournal.com.au/april09/carthew.htm
1 y separately published work icon The Gobbling Tree Mark Carthew , Susy Boyer (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : New Frontier , 2008 Z1565375 2008 single work picture book children's 'Eating everything that is sent its way, the Gobbling Tree refuses to give up all manner of objects it receives as the local children attempt to retrieve a red cricket ball that finds its way into the branches. The whole community gets involved in finding a way to get back the much needed cricket ball. Sticks, a kite, a ladder, brooms and even Simon find their way into the luscious green foliage. The question is: how will they get all the things back?' (From author's website)
1 3 y separately published work icon Can You Keep a Secret? : Timeless Rhymes to Share and Treasure Mark Carthew , North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2008 Z1565369 2008 selected work poetry children's 'Rhymes and songs for young children collected from all over the world.' (Provided by publisher)
1 June Factor Mark Carthew (interviewer), 2008 single work interview
— Appears in: Magpies : Talking About Books for Children , November vol. 23 no. 5 2008; (p. 8-11) Dr June factor discusses her fascination with the subject of her research which is focused on the importance of children's rhymes and the language of childhood. Highly regarded as a researcher and children's writer, Factor describes herself as 'kind of ethnographer' whose interest in children's language, play and conversation has meant she has collected material 'from a range of subjects, styles and play-related functions (10)
1 4 y separately published work icon Five Little Owls Mark Carthew , Mini Goss (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : New Frontier , 2007 Z1400308 2007 single work picture book children's

'Five Little Owls uses simple evocative imagery, counting concepts and repetition and rhyme. One by one the Owls become involved in a hide and seek game with other creatures in the forest. Children will have fun counting and searching for all the animals hiding in the double page spreads.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Hairy Toe : A Play Mark Carthew , South Melbourne : Longman , 2007 22781958 2007 single work drama children's

'A strange sound came from the darkness outside and the old woman wished she had never gone into the nearby forest. This is a radio play based on a traditional American tale, with lots of opportunities for spooky sound effects.' (Publication summary)
1 3 y separately published work icon Wicked Wizards and Leaping Lizards Mark Carthew , Milsons Point : Random House Australia , 2006 Z1360917 2006 selected work poetry children's fiction children's
4 y separately published work icon Arlo the Dandy Lion Morris Lurie , London : Collins , 1971 Z936102 1971 single work children's fiction children's

'Mistaken for a rare new animal because he is dressed in stylish clothes, an African lion is whisked off to the London zoo.'

Source: Blurb.
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