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Gwyn Perkins Gwyn Perkins i(A97499 works by)
Born: Established: 1942 Melbourne, Victoria, ;
Gender: Male
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BiographyHistory

Gwyn Perkins worked as an animator in the advertising industry before turning to children's book writing and illustration. He has won several awards, including the Children's Book Council of Australia Picture Book of the Year, 2018, for A Walk in the Park.

Most Referenced Works

Personal Awards

2006 shortlisted CBCA Book of the Year Awards CBCA Award for New Illustrator for 'Why Do I Have to Eat off the Floor?'

Awards for Works

y separately published work icon A Trip to the Beach South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2019 17003177 2019 single work picture book children's

'Today’s the day – Iggy’s going to catch a wave all on his own! Or at least that’s what Grandad thinks. Iggy isn’t quite so sure.

'What follows is an unforgettable beach adventure that involves the best sandcastle ever built, fish and chips for lunch, lots of boats and a few perfect waves.

'Here is a story about the unique beauty of the Australian coast, the universal magic of the ocean and the importance of finding your own way.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

2020 longlisted Indie Awards Children's
y separately published work icon A Trip to the Beach South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2019 17003177 2019 single work picture book children's

'Today’s the day – Iggy’s going to catch a wave all on his own! Or at least that’s what Grandad thinks. Iggy isn’t quite so sure.

'What follows is an unforgettable beach adventure that involves the best sandcastle ever built, fish and chips for lunch, lots of boats and a few perfect waves.

'Here is a story about the unique beauty of the Australian coast, the universal magic of the ocean and the importance of finding your own way.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

2020 longlisted Indie Awards Children's
y separately published work icon A Walk in the Bush South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2017 11024967 2017 single work picture book children's

'Little Iggy doesn’t want to leave the house, but Grandad insists – they always have fun together. What follows is a wonderful journey in the great Australian outdoors with singing birds, wallaby surprises, secret caterpillar messages and oodles of grandad humour. Here is a story about the wonders of nature, the funny side of life and spending time with the ones we love.' (Publication Summary)

2018 winner CBCA Book of the Year Awards Picture Book of the Year
2018 CBCA Book of the Year Awards Notable Book Picture Book of the Year
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