Free Resources
Printables
Heavy
Colouring Sheets
Scribbly Gum Secrets
Biccie Recipe
Nature
Play Day
Mini Booklet
Giving
Activity Sheet
Teachers’ Notes
Heavy
Hedgehog the
Wonder Dog
SeaSpray 17
Scribbly Gum
Secrets
Jacaranda
Magic
Video Readings
In the mood for a story? Just press play.
Scribbly Gum Secrets
Once Upon a Whoops - Little Miss Muffet
Services for Aspiring Authors
Paying it forward.
Dannika is forever grateful for the guidance & advice she was given by more experienced authors when she began her journey into children's book publishing.
To pay it forward, she has put together a set of resources & services that are (hopefully!) helpful for currently aspiring or emerging authors.
For those who are just starting to flirt with the idea of becoming a published children's book author, I've developed this free resource kit, which contains high-level tips & useful links for getting started.
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For those who are ready to go steady & want a more custom conversation or manuscript assessment, you can book Dannika's time to have:
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A Chat
Need a nitty-gritty conversation?
Have a chat with Dannika in person or via video call. Pick the brain of a professional writer with 20+ years experience. She’s on open book about…books! :-)
Frequently Requested Topics
Top tips on Writing for Children, How to find the right Traditional Publisher fit, How to Self Publish, Preparing & Marketing Yourself as an Author for School Visits…all of the above!
Duration 45-60 minutes
Cost $150 + gst
A Manuscript Assessment
Available only for children's picture book manuscripts (maximum word limit, 600 words).
What You'll Get
One full page of written feedback on your manuscript's strengths & weaknesses, competitive titles, suggestions to improve, publishers to research & consider.
Cost $300 + gst
Dannika is not currently offering professional editing services or mentorships.
Media & Press Clippings
The Book Curator Magazine
April 2023
Page 6
‘Sharing the Load’ Article
The Book Curator Magazine
April 2023
Page 12
Heavy Review
Community Leader Newspaper
March 2023
Front Cover & Page 5
Hedgehog the Wonder Dog Article
“Hedgehog the Wonder Dog is a book full of heart, hope and furry, four-legged love, It’s sure to delight & inspire children & adults alike with its beautiful story & stunning illustrations.”
Redlands City Council Libraries Magazine
Oct-Dec 2021
Jacaranda Magic Library Workshop
Reading @ Home
Channel 9 Go!
2020
Scribbly Gum Secrets
Televised reading with sign language
Australia Reads Ambassador
Love Your Book Shop - loveyourbookshop.com.au
Focus Magazine
2019
Sea Spray 17 Article
“Capturing a brief moment in time, a sudden sense of illumination, the ability to appreciate each respective art form in a single glance or breath, but also the possibility of lingering layers of meaning or feeling.”
The Daily Examiner (Grafton)
November 2019
Jacaranda Magic News Article
BuzzWords
October 2018
Jacaranda Magic Review
The Daily Examiner (Grafton)
October 2018
Page 5
Jacaranda Magic Article by Caitlan Charles
Courier Mail
September 2018
Jacaranda Magic Review by Sandy Fussell
Early Edition
Childcare magazine
September 2018
‘The Magic of Nature Play’ Article