"My Deadly Boots" By Carl Merrison, Hakea Hustler & Samantha Campbell (Illustrator)
An empowering, uplifting picture book about what it is that makes you who you are, from the award-winning authors of Black Cockatoo.
Spikes on the bottom boots,
my favourite colour boots,
making me too deadly.
Can the shoes on your feet really make you jump higher? Walk taller? Dream bigger?
My Deadly Boots is a joyous story of confidence and identity. A young boy discovers that his colourful boots give him courage, strength and pride – not because of their look, but because of what he feels inside when he wears them.
The rhythmic, high-energy text pairs with bold illustrations to celebrate First Nations identity, self-expression and resilience. A standout title that champions individuality and culture.
- ISBN: 9780734421456
- ISBN-10: 0734421451
- Audience: Children
- For Ages: 5+ years old
- Format: Hardcover
- Language: English
- Number Of Pages: 24
- Published: 31st August 2022
- Publisher: Lothian Children's Books
- Dimensions (cm): 0.9 x 25.8 x 25.7
- Weight (kg): 0.36
- Edition Number: 1
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About Carl Merrison
About Carl Merrison
Carl Merrison is a proud and respected Jaru/Kija man from the Kimberley region, who was named WA Runner-Up Australian of the Year - Local Hero in 2016. With over a decade of experience mentoring Aboriginal youth through education, AFL and community programs, Carl is deeply committed to empowering young people and celebrating culture.
As an award-winning author, Carl writes in collaboration with Hakea Hustler, bringing powerful and authentic stories to life. Their works include Black Cockatoo (a CBCA Young Reader Honour Book), Tracks of the Missing, Dirran, Beautiful Night, Loved You Then and My Deadly Boots - all rich in culture, heart and strength. Through his writing, Carl continues to inspire the next generation with stories that reflect identity, resilience and pride.
Carl Merrison is a proud and respected Jaru/Kija man from the Kimberley region, who was named WA Runner-Up Australian of the Year - Local Hero in 2016. With over a decade of experience mentoring Aboriginal youth through education, AFL and community programs, Carl is deeply committed to empowering young people and celebrating culture.
As an award-winning author, Carl writes in collaboration with Hakea Hustler, bringing powerful and authentic stories to life. Their works include Black Cockatoo (a CBCA Young Reader Honour Book), Tracks of the Missing, Dirran, Beautiful Night, Loved You Then and My Deadly Boots - all rich in culture, heart and strength. Through his writing, Carl continues to inspire the next generation with stories that reflect identity, resilience and pride.