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Torres Strait Islander storytelling inspires new children’s book
[supplied by Reem Galal]
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Spirit of the Crocodile aims to play a part in bringing the Torres Strait Islander culture to the page, and in the hands of young readers.
Written by Michelle Scott Tucker and proud Torres Strait Islander creator, actor, producer and director Aaron Fa'Aoso, with publishing consultant, Lyn White.
It is an inspiring story of courage, resilience and hope, set in the Torres Strait Islander community as climate change threatens culture, tradition and connection to place.
‘A vital story to understand the Torres Strait; its people and the uniquely devastating challenges they’re facing on the front-lines of the climate catastrophe. This extraordinary novel will compel all readers to get invested in the fight for our planet thanks to the terrific and tender story of community, culture, compassion and coming-of-age amidst climate change; told with humour, heart and exhilarating action!’ Danielle Binks, bestselling author of The Year the Maps Changed.
Spirit of the Crocodile will be published on March 4th. A copy of the book should have arrived by now, if you have not received it do let me know. If you’d like to chat with Aaron, Michelle or Lyn, please feel free to reach out.
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