Ingrid Laguna is a writer, teacher and musician. She lives in Melbourne and has taught English to children and adults from all over the world, many of whom have refugee backgrounds. Sunflower is her third book.
Jamila is a wonderful character and I really loved Songbird...It's a beautiful, hopeful story about digging deep and helping those around you...a super-great read.' * Fiona Hardy on Songbird * 'A beautiful story full of hope, heartache and love.' * Zana Fraillon on Songbird * 'I loved the story of Jamila and the resilience and bravery of her family. Jamila is a wonderful character, full of courage and heart, who children will relate to and learn from.' * Sally Rippin on Songbird * 'A beautifully observed story of identity, friendship and belonging.' * Nova Weetman * 'Sunflower is brave, moving and very real. Everyone growing up in Australia should read this book.' * Carly Nugent *