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Lauren Beard

Guest appearances by David Bowie
11 Feb 2017

Guest appearances by David Bowie

by Zoe | posted in: Abie Longstaff, Júlia Sardá, Kyo Maclear, Lauren Beard, Shinsuke Yoshitake | 1

I’ve recently spotted several guest appearance by David Bowie in picture books (I love each of these books and encourage you to seek them out, whether or not you’re a Bowie fan). What other pop stars have you seen appear … Continued

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Do you avoid “pink” books? Plus an interview with Abie Longstaff
9 Sep 2013

Do you avoid “pink” books? Plus an interview with Abie Longstaff

by Zoe | posted in: Abie Longstaff, Lauren Beard | 18

When browsing for new books to read with my girls, I generally avoid anything which is pink (or associated shades of purple and red) and sparkly. I know lots of parents don’t; for many it’s a useful pointer, and for … Continued

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