Welcome to the Billie page
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Our latest picture book, Billie, is due for release on 19 August 2018. More details about the book launch will be available soon.
Written by Nicole Godwin and illustrated by Demelsa Haughton, Billie tells the story of a dolphin who sets off in search of the biggest wave, only to encounter huge driftnets, ocean pollution, dolphins in captivity and much more.
Make sure you check out the list of Billie’s generous crowdfunding supporters <link to Tusk Books thank you page> and the media buzz Billie is already creating.
THE BLURB
Join Billie the dolphin on this perilous adventure, as she sets off to find the biggest wave — the hugest of huge, the giant of giants — a wave that makes her feel happy, safe and free.
Billie travels the ocean, saving new friends from pollution, drift nets, whaling and much more.
This eye-opening story draws attention to the human-made dangers for dolphins and other marine wildlife. It highlights the urgent need to act now to protect and conserve our oceans.
SNEAK PEAK
CREATORS
Nicole lives in Canberra, Australia, and is on a mission to tell the stories of animals who don’t have a voice of their own. Billie is Nicole’s second picture book. Nicole is also publishing an upcoming picture book Jelly-Boy, with Walker books about a jelly-fish who falls in love with a plastic bag.
Demelsa lives in England. Her She painted all of her magical pictures of Billie on a digital tablet. Her artistic creations are guaranteed to make you smile and see the world a bit differently.
RESOURCES
Billie is striking a cord with teachers around Australia and across the seas. Visit our teacher resources page for full details.