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Dom Conlon is a double Carnegie-nominated poet and author whose work is guided by nature and the stars. He's written poetry and picture books, fact and fiction - sometimes all in the same book. Dom hopes to inspire everyone to read and write poetry. Anastasia Izlesou is a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer from the UK. Using a mix of digital and traditional media, she creates vibrant works full of bold natural elements. Her inspirations range from natural sciences, literature and folklore to everyday items and objects of kitsch.
The gentle language used by the author is both rhythmic and descriptive. Combined with the vibrant and stunning full-page illustrations, this book will fascinate and delight its younger readers. -- Kathryn Beilby * ReadPlus * Anastasia Izleshou's Illustrations echo the depths of the ocean floor with deep, dark moody hues inviting readers into another world. Once there, the language and text, rich with imagery, is filled with facts about the natural world. Dom Conlon has a magical way with words that fosters a love of science. -- Shelley Stephens * CBCA Reading Time * Accompanied by comprehensive teachers' notes for Years 2-5 that will build an even greater understanding of the planet's different marine habitats, their inhabitants and their particular characteristics, this is a book that celebrates the natural world and encourages students to delve deeper than the surface. -- Barbara Braxton * The Bottom Shelf *
