SHORTLISTED for the Scholastic Lollies Awards - My Mum Is A Grown Down is a larger than life collection of poems for a middle grade audience about one wild, hysterical and hilarious Mum. She says Ive worked so hard for years and I deserve a rest!As she scribbles with crayons and pours custard down her dress,Shes dangling from the banister with her head upside-down!Does your Mum do this?Help! My Mums growing DOWN!Mum is a gamer, a party animal and a free spirit making life hard work for her nine year old son. These poems are a glimpse into their parent child relationship; their antics and adventures. The poems are bold, brave, funny and some - very moving. This collection shows just how funny, rude and naughty mums can be! Its Dahl meets Dr Seuss meets Colin McNaughton with a sprinkling of Absolutely Fabulous. The most entertaining poetry collection since Spike Milligans Silly Verse for Kids. The iA rollicking, rib tickling collection of poems. CarouselA joyous book. WRDVibrant, hilarious and touching book of well-crafted and original poems. A truly lovely book. BookTrustIndividuality and eccentricity is expressed through engaging verse. The School Librarian
