Local Children's Author Showcase

Celebrate the literary talent in our community with a showcase of local children's authors as they share their latest releases.

This is a chance to discover local stories, meet the minds behind the books, and be inspired by their writing journeys.

In alphabetical order of book title:

Myra in the Middle by Seetha Dodd

Myra in the Middle is a heartwarming junior fiction story of family, culture and adapting to change.

Seven-year-old Myra likes maths, football and things staying the same. She lives with her mum, dad, Muthashi (grandma) and big sister, Anya. Her world flips upside down when her family welcomes a new baby. Myra is now a middle child – and everyone knows middle kids always get forgotten. On top of that, Myra tries out for the school’s soccer team, only to be put in the midfield. She can’t show off her skills when nothing exciting ever happens there! What will it take for Myra to feel marvellous in the middle?

Aimed at readers 5 - 8years old.

About Seetha: Seetha Dodd is a children's author who lives on the Northern Beaches. Her debut novel, Myra in the Middle has been shortlisted in the Queensland Literary Awards, and her picture book Ginger & Fred is out in September. Drawing on her Malaysian-Indian heritage, and themes of family, identity and belonging, Seetha writes stories that empower children to challenge stereotypes and to celebrate uniqueness in all forms.

Books will be available for purchase and signing on the day.

Free, bookings required.

Enquiries: 8495 5028 or libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au