"Bubbay's desert adventure" By Josie Wowolla Boyle, Fern Martin (Illustrator)

Bubbay’s Desert Adventure is a gentle, magical tale that follows Bubbay, a young boy who tends his goats alone in the vast Australian outback, with only the stars as his companions. One night, feeling lonely, he wishes for something he’s never had—a real family.

The stars hear him, and with the help of Gubarlee the magical being and a collection of animal guides—kangaroo, emu, crow, and bowerbird—Bubbay embarks on a journey across Country that is both spiritual and adventurous. Along the way, he discovers that he is never truly alone and that the land and its creatures are part of his story.

Fern Martins’ beautiful illustrations enhance the dreamlike quality of the tale, reflecting the colours and textures of the desert landscape. This book is a celebration of First Nations storytelling, encouraging children to find strength and identity in culture, community, and nature.

• ISBN: 9781925936797
• ISBN-10: 1925936791
• Audience: Children
• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number Of Pages: 40
• Published: 1st March 2020
• Publisher: Magabala Books
• Country of Publication: AU
• Dimensions (cm): 24.4 x 20.5  x 0.6
• Weight (kg): 0.1