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  • Published: 1 October 2019
  • ISBN: 9780143791409
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $26.99

Moonfish



Embark on a visual and emotional journey crafted by Graeme Base, the internationally acclaimed creator of Animalia.

A Tale of Two Worlds

The fish that live in the pond beneath the dragon-moon are happy. They know the moon will keep them safe. But it was not always like this . . . There was a time when they looked to the skies with fear.

From The Genius Behind Animalia

Discover stunning, dream-like worlds hidden beneath the surface and the wild, wonderful creatures that inhabit them, brought to life by the acclaimed creator of Animalia.

Why Moonfish Is a Must-Have in Your Children's Library


*Artistic Brilliance: Stunning illustrations and a fable-like text that is one of the best from Graeme.
*Exploring Core Values: A beautiful book about family, difference, and home.
*A Modern Take on Timeless Themes: An 'ugly duckling' theme embellished with one of Graeme’s incredible dragons.
*Emotional Depth: A moving, visually captivating fable about family, belonging, and becoming more than you ever dreamed possible.

Experience the depth and beauty of Moonfish—a story that transcends age and time.

  • Published: 1 October 2019
  • ISBN: 9780143791409
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 48
  • RRP: $26.99

About the author

Graeme Base

Graeme Base is one of the world’s leading creators of picture books. Animalia received international acclaim when it was first published in 1986 and has achieved classic status with worldwide sales of over three million copies.

Graeme Base is one of the world’s leading creators of picture books. Animalia received international acclaim when it was first published in 1986 and has achieved classic status with worldwide sales of over three million copies.

Other favourites by Graeme Base include The Eleventh Hour, The Waterhole, Jungle Drums, Uno’s Garden, Enigma, The Legend of the Golden Snail, The Jewel Fish of Karnak, Little Elephants, The Last King of Angkor Wat, the Little Bug Books, Eye to Eye, The Amazing Monster Detectoscope, Moonfish and The Tree. Graeme lives in Melbourne, Australia, with his artist wife, Robyn.

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