Trace Balla – författare

A tender and beautifully illustrated tale of a boy and his bird-watching uncle, on a paddling trip on Australia's Glenelg River. A story about slowing down, growing up, and connecting with the land and its creatures.Short-listed for theCBCA Picture Book of the Year 2015 and the CBCA Book of the Year, Crichton Award for New Illustrators, 2015'All children need an Uncle Egg to open up the magical world of nature. We all need to get outside, away from television, computers and mobile phones, and what better way than a canoeing- camping trip? This is a delightful story about the joy of the outdoors.' David Suzuki'Rivertime is a quirky, charming immersion into the life of a waterway and into the life-lessons a river can teach.' Maya Ward (author of The Comfort of Water)

Join Clancy and Uncle Egg on a rambling, rockhopping adventure in Gariwerd (the Grampians), to find the source of the Glenelg River. A story about following your flow, and the unexpected places you may go.

Ever since I was a kid my favourite place has always been up a tree - where everything I notice feels like a part of me. Every birdsong, every leaf's light, every butterfly's dance . . .This beautiful book tells the story of young Trace's awakening to the preciousness of the environment, including her participation in the protests against uranium mining at Jabiluka in the 1980s. Channelling her gift for visual storytelling, Trace reveals emotional truths, shares her commitment to environmental activism, highlights trees that have been meaningful in her life, and explores her deep appreciation of place and connection with First Nations peoples.With its delicate artwork, heartfelt storytelling and timely themes of compassion and environmental care, this graphic novel will resonate with readers of all ages.'Treeshape is brimming with humanity and bursting with the wholesome imagery and folk wisdom that magnify the small details of life - a generous act of love from a rare Australian artist.' - Shane Howard, singer/songwriter, Goanna'Ideal for upper primary and secondary students, and for adults who enjoy a beautifully crafted graphic novel. As an educational resource, this title spans across learning areas. It could be used in the English classroom (particularly for units on memoir writing), as well as for studies in History, The Arts and Hass. It covers topics such as sustainability, First Nations histories, war, immigration, culture and connection.' - Jess Galatola, StorylinksPRAISE FOR TRACE BALLA'S BOOKS: 'Another lovely adventure from Trace Balla. Rich in country and family, deep in care for the future.' BRUCE PASCOE 'A beautiful book about being connected to the world at ground level. I feel like I've made a new friend through Trace's exquisitely accessible drawings and gentle prose.' ALISON LESTER 'Reminiscent of Alison Lester and Roland Harvey, this is a story about moving slowly, looking carefully and remaining curious, and it is a book that leads by example. It is spellbinding.' BOOKS+PUBLISHINGPerfect for: - Graphic novel fans of all ages - Fostering a love of nature and caring for Country - Introducing readers to the power of environmental activism - Teachers and students of English, Visual Arts, History, First Nations Cultures and Histories and Environmental Studies

Miri's been on the move and now she's finding her feet, her freedom, her community and her home, treading lightly all the way.A story about spreading your wings and putting down roots in an ancient land.From the much-loved creator of Rivertime (WINNER: Readings Prize and Wilderness Society Award) and Rockhopping (WINNER: CBCA Awards).'Another lovely adventure from Trace Balla. Rich in country and family, deep in care for the future.' BRUCE PASCOE'A beautiful book about being connected to the world at ground level. I feel like I've made a new friend through Trace's exquisitely accessible drawings and gentle prose.' ALISON LESTER'Reminiscent of Alison Lester and Roland Harvey, Landing with Wings is a story about moving slowly, looking carefully and remaining curious, and it is a book that leads by example. In her loving portrait of community life in Dja Dja Wurrung Country, Balla achieves something like a contemporary visual bush poetry. It is spellbinding.' BOOKS+PUBLISHING