Aunty Edna of Duck Creek Pond – Nigel Gray and Lisa Allen

Aunty Edna of Duck Creek Pond - Nigel Gray and Lisa Allen

Description

With typically beautiful artwork by Lisa Allen, this is a wonderfully witty story of wise Aunty Edna and two 'lovebirds' – swans Romeo and Juliet. The parents of Black Swan Romeo and White Swan Juliet forbid them to meet, but will Aunty Edna find a way to persuade them that true love can conquer all?

Nigel Gray is an Irish-born Australian. He has had 100 books published, a majority of which are stories for children. He has been published in nearly 30 languages, and has won literary honours in half a dozen countries. Lisa Allen has illustrated a number of picture books including: Mangrove (Penguin 2007), Anzac Day Parade (Penguin 2010) and Auntie Ellie's Beach House (Duck Creek Press 2014).

About Duck Creek Press

Launched in late 2010, this separate imprint specialises in children’s picture books. The emphasis is on quality, adventure, warmth and intrigue and the books feature the work of a number of New Zealand’s finest authors and illustrators.

We have already received a number of awards and shortlistings, and translation rights to well over half the list have been sold for publication overseas.

Testimonials

“New Zealand book lovers will know how much we depend on the judgment, expertise and professional commitment of a publisher like David Ling. I am extremely grateful to him, not only for taking the gamble with an unknown, but for his advice, enthusiastic care and attention in doing such a fine job.”

John Steele, author of No Ordinary Man
“David Ling is a publisher of rare integrity, range and innovation and his Duck Creek imprint, launched in 2010, has contributed significantly to the general upswing in New Zealand picture book publishing. Production values are notably high, while his authors and illustrators represent a judicious mix of established names and exciting newcomers. I'm looking forward to more delightful picture books from this experienced and committed publisher.”

- Tessa Duder, author and editor

David Ling Publishing