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Arthur Baysting was an award-winning screenwriter, children's television writer, a songwriter and an advocate for children's rights. He was from New Zealand and used to be a stand-up comedian.

Books by Arthur Baysting

Here Comes a Merry Christmas


A heart-warming seasonal tale for kids and their families to share, based on the popular Justine Clarke song.

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The Gobbledygook and the Scribbledynoodle

Look! Look! It's the Gobbledygook!
He's reading his favourite mon-story book.

He's taking a look at his mon-story friends.
And this is where the story really begins...

When a monster jumps right out of the Gobbledygook's library book, it takes a bit of clever handling to stop the Scribbledynoodle from scribbling on things it shouldn't!
A delightful and fun book for preschoolers from the ever-popular singer, actress and children's TV presenter, Justine Clarke, teamed with Arthur Baysting.

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The Gobbledygook is Eating a Book

Much-loved ABC Play School presenter Justine Clarke has taken her years of experience with children in TV, theatre and song, and poured it into this delightful book for preschoolers,Gobbledygook is Eating a Book.

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Look inside Here Comes a Merry Christmas

A gorgeous holiday picture book based on the much-loved song by children’s entertainer, Justine Clarke.

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