Book Author & Illustrator Tim Tipene & Ani Huia Ligaliga
Rights Available World excl. ANZ
Over the protests of his kids, Dad cuts down a tree to get ‘a better view’ — only for a chorus of birds and insects to put it back together overnight.
The battle of wills between the blade and nature goes on until Dad finally sees the light and comes to love the tree.
This lovingly illustrated story resets the beloved myth of Rātā and the Tree in a modern context, encouraging readers to consider traditions and respect for nature.
The Ever-standing Tree follows on from Tim Tipene’s successful picture books Māui – Sun Catcher and Rona Moon, both Storylines Notable Book Award winners.
About the Author
Tim Tipene (Ngāti Kurī, Ngāti Whātua) is a pioneering youth counsellor and the award-winning author of over 15 children’s books, including Kura Toa Warrior School and Rona Moon. Tim lives in Rānui, West Auckland.
Ani Huia Ligaliga is a Māori artist and illustrator. She studied art at Brigham Young University, Hawaii. Ani lives in Hamilton.
Translator:
Kanapu Rangitauira (Te Arawa, Ngāti Porou, Te Whakatōhea) is a registered translator and teacher of te reo. He lives in Rotoiti, Rotorua.
Publisher
Oratia Books
Extent
32pp
Format
270 x 210mm
Binding
Paperback
Category
Children’s
Genre
Picture Book
Publication Date
September 2024
Rights Available:
World excl. NZ
Rights Agents:
World
Peter Dowling, Oratia Books
peter@oratia.co.nz
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