Author Archives: Diane Tulloch

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About Diane Tulloch

Known also as the Patientdreamer I am a writer who loves to dream, and is passionate about writing stories for the young so that they may join me in the wonders of adventure in countries and cultures afar, and in special moments to remember.

Write a story in 50 Precious Words

Posted on 05/03/2017 by Diane Tulloch

Hi everyone, There is a contest going on over at my dear writing friends blog – Picture Books help Kids Soar. Writing a story using 50 precious words.  Hurray along to her blog and check out what you need to do … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 04/02/2017 by Diane Tulloch

The First Drawing Written and Illustrated by: Mordicai Gerstein Ages : 4 – 7 years Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers US (26 Sept. 2013) Theme: Imagination, Dreams Opening Lines: Some of the oldest drawings ever found were made more than … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 28/01/2017 by Diane Tulloch

COME ON TIGER TOM Written and Illustrated by: Gabriel Alborozo Published by: Simon and Schuster 2016 Ages:   3 – 6 years Theme: Confidence, Learning Opening Lines: One long, hot summer’s day, Tiger Tom and his mum went out for a … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 14/01/2017 by Diane Tulloch

THE TERRIBLE SUITCASE Written by: Emma Allen Illustrated by: Freya Blackwood Ages : 4- 9 years Publisher: Omnibus Books from Scholastic Australia 2012 Theme: imagination, disappointment, friendship Opening Lines: Because I got a terrible suitcase for my going-to-school present instead … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 04/12/2016 by Diane Tulloch

Oops! I’m late, I’m late. But I do have a lovely picture book to share as we countdown to Christmas Day. Christmas for a Kitten Written by: Robin Pulver Illustrated by: Layne Johnson Published by: Albert Whitman & Co USA … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 12/11/2016 by Diane Tulloch

POOKA Written by: Carol Chataway Illustrated by: Nina Rycroft Published by: Working Title Press, Australia 2012 Ages:   2 – 6 Theme: friendship, dog, companion, lost and found, attachment Opening Lines: “Someone’s left an old coat on our doorstep,” said Dad. … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 14/10/2016 by Diane Tulloch

Rudie Nudie Written and Illustrated by:   Emma Quay. Published by: Harper Collins (Australian) first 2011 and again in paperback 2014 Ages:   2 and up. Theme: nudity, playtime, bath-time, bedtime. Opening Lines: One, two Rudie Nudie, Rudie Nudie in the bath. … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 01/10/2016 by Diane Tulloch

Nadine, My Funny and Trusty Guide Dog Written by: Carol Chiodo Fleischman Illustrated by: Stephanie Ford Published by: Pelican Publishing Company, USA 2015 Ages:   8 – 12 years Theme: Trust, respect, teamwork Opening Lines: One morning soon after I came … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 24/09/2016 by Diane Tulloch

Sometimes Written and Illustrated by: Rebecca Elliott Published by: Lion Hudson (March 1, 2014) Ages:   5 – 7 years old Theme: friendship, support, empathy, caring Opening Lines: Clemmie is the best sister. She plays cowboys. She has enormous hair. She … Continue reading →

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“Perfect Picture Book” – Friday

Posted on 17/09/2016 by Diane Tulloch

We’re in the wrong book! Written and Illustrated by: Richard Byrne Published by: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) (September 29, 2015 Ages:   4 – 8 years Theme: interactive, friendship, adventure, belonging. Opening Lines: Bella and Ben were jumping down the … Continue reading →

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