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Gwyn Perkins Gwyn Perkins i(A97499 works by)
Born: Established: 1942 Melbourne, Victoria, ;
Gender: Male
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1 y separately published work icon Let's Go to the Beach Gwyn Perkins , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), Mulgrave : Affirm Press , 2022 25161222 2022 single work picture book children's

'Today's the day Iggy's going to catch a wave without any help! Or at least that's what Grandad thinks. Iggy isn't quite so sure.

'Take a trip to the beach where you'll find the best sandcastles ever built, fish and chips for lunch, lots of boats and a few perfect waves.'  (Publication summary)
2 y separately published work icon A Trip to the Beach Gwyn Perkins , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), 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.
2 y separately published work icon A Day at the Show Gwyn Perkins , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), South Melbourne : Affirm Press , 2018 13460289 2018 single work picture book children's

'Join a family trip with Little Iggy and Grandad to the colourful chaos of the Show, filled with spinning tea cups, merry-go-rounds, lots of animals and a little healthy competition. A story about the wonder of making new memories together and the memorable traditions that make childhood magical.' (Publication summary)
2 y separately published work icon A Walk in the Bush Gwyn Perkins , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), 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)
1 3 y separately published work icon One of Those Days John Heffernan , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Press Scholastic Press , 2009 Z1621475 2009 single work picture book children's 'When Samantha wakes up one morning she finds it is one of those days. Those are the days when Belinda's imagination carries her away to fantastic settings and amazing adventures.' (Publication summary)
 
1 2 y separately published work icon I Could Be a Superhero! Chris Hornsey , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), Surry Hills : Little Hare Books , 2008 Z1579623 2008 single work picture book children's

'Murphy contemplates being a chef, a tightrope walker, a dinosaur hunter and, eventually, a super hero.

'These seemingly innocent speculations, the kind usually voiced by a child, take on a completely new meaning when we see them through the eyes of a dog!' (Publisher's blurb)
1 4 y separately published work icon Baby Bird's Blankie Margaret Wild , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), Kingswood : Working Title Press , 2008 Z1500022 2008 single work picture book children's 'Baby Bird loves his blankie. But when it comes to bedtime Baby Bird would rather play than sleep.'
1 2 y separately published work icon Why Do I Have to Eat Off the Floor? Chris Hornsey , Gwyn Perkins (illustrator), Surry Hills : Little Hare Books , 2005 Z1292958 2005 single work picture book children's

'Why can’t I drive the car? Why can’t I jump on the chair? These seemingly innocent questions, the kind usually addressed by a child to a parent, take on a crazy new twist as the illustrations reveal that the questions are being addressed to a child - by her dog. But why do I have to eat off the floor?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
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