Dropbear

A wonderful ode to that most Aussie of animals… the Dropbear… and a message about not believing everything you hear and being brave enough to find out the truth for yourself. * fhclibrary via instagram *
Bunting’s artwork is bold, funny and packed with character, using moody colours and expressive faces to set the scene. Dropbear looks just scary enough to give you a thrill, but also soft and silly in a way that makes you smile. Every page is a visual treat that adds to the mystery and humour. * Better Reading *
We all tend to be judgemental and, without doubt, there are times when that’s justified when we see the evidence of someone’s bad behaviour or dishonesty or just plain horribleness, but for the many times we judge on hearsay or appearances, this humorous little fable provides us with a good reminder to search out the truth before we do so. So it’s not really a Halloween story as such – but I figure the legend of the Dropbear deserved an outing to kick off a week of creepy stories. * Just So Stories *
Whether the dropbear itself began as a uniquely Australian “bogeyman” to scare children to do the right thing, or as a trick played on soldiers from overseas, it serves a very useful purpose in this charming story ideal for both Australian children and their international counterparts. * The Bottom Shelf *
Told in a driving rhythm and flawless rhyme, the story barrels along with infectious energy. Every page delivers a visual punch thanks to Bunting’s bold, funny and energetic illustrations. Even the muted colour palette can’t disguise the verve and personality bursting from each character. A delightful, laugh-out-loud treat that’s cleaver as it is entertaining. – Marie Alafaci * Magpie Magazine *

Philip Bunting is an author and illustrator, whose picture books deliberately encourage the reader to playfully poke around at the edges of their understanding. Philip’s have been published in over 35 countries around the world, in almost as many languages. Philip’s work has received many accolades, including multiple Honours from the Children’s Book Council of Australia, making the list for the Kate Greenaway Medal, representing Australia at the IBBY Awards, and taking home the inaugural State Library of NSW Russell Prize for Humour Writing.

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