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Bush Ballads, Billabongs and Bullfrogs – #readilearn

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A couple of weeks ago, I announced the publication of a new anthology of Bedtime Ballads and Tall Tales from the Australian Bush, Tell ‘Em They’re Dreaming, in which I am delighted to have a ballad of my own included.

The anthology was launched online on Facebook last Sunday 1 November with many of the authors reading their stories in the Share Your Story Facebook Group, which you are welcome to join. You may scroll through the posts and listen to many of the stories there.

My story Once Upon a Billabong tells of a big bully bullfrog who enjoys being mean and doesn’t allow anyone else to live in his billabong. But things don’t always work out the way we plan, and certainly not for the bully bullfrog who is soon looking for a home himself. To find out what happens, listen to me read the story in this video, or perhaps you’d like to read along with me. I hope you enjoy it.

(In case you’re wondering, I bought a frog onesie especially for the launch and still decided to wear it when we had to go online. It doesn’t work as well in the video as I’d hoped. I’m not really trying to hide. 😊)

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28 responses to “Bush Ballads, Billabongs and Bullfrogs – #readilearn”

  1. robbiesinspiration Avatar

    A lovely reading, Norah, I really enjoyed it. You have such a lovely accent and I enjoyed your costume and puppet too.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you so much for your kind words, Robbie. Appreciated.

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  2. Anne Goodwin (Annecdotist) Avatar

    Yay, what fun. Kids will love that story (as your adult fans do too).

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you, Anne. That’s a very kind comment.

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      1. Anne Goodwin (Annecdotist) Avatar

        And I now have my copy! Yay!

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        1. Norah Avatar

          I hope you enjoy it, Anne. It’s a bit lighter than your usual reading fare. 🙂

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  3. Jennie Avatar

    I loved hearing you read your story, Norah! Congratulations!

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you so much, Jennie. I’m pleased.

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      1. Jennie Avatar

        You are very welcome, Norah!

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  4. Patricia Tilton Avatar

    Congratulations, Norah. Left a comment on your other page.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you so much, Patricia. I appreciate the generosity and encouragement of your words.

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  5. Jacqui Murray Avatar

    A frog onesie! That steals to launch, Norah. Congrats on the book!

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you, Jacqui. 😂🐸💖

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  6. dgkaye Avatar

    Omg, I loved the onesie and listening to you, and your story. Congrats Norah! 🙂 x

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you so much, Debby. I really appreciate your kind words. 💖🐸

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  7. D. Wallace Peach Avatar

    What a cute story and sweet ending, Norah. It was wonderful to listen to you read it. And I enjoyed your attempt at dressing up as a frog. 🙂 🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you so much, Diana. I really apprciate your kind words. I’m getting a rosy glow from all the lovely support.

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      1. D. Wallace Peach Avatar

        My pleasure, Norah. These posts are always so joyful. 😀

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        1. Norah Avatar

          Thank you, Diana. I’m pleased you find them so. 🙂

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  8. Darlene Avatar

    It was so great to hear you read your story. Love the onsie!!

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you for your lovely comment, Darlene.

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  9. Steven Avatar
    Steven

    Wow, that’s great. As for the costume letdown, maybe it wasn’t as you successful as you’d hoped, but it still works.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thank you so much for your kind words, Steven.

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  10. petespringerauthor Avatar
    petespringerauthor

    Nice job, Norah. Bully for you, but not for bully bullfrog.

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thanks, Pete. 😊🐸

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  11. calmkate Avatar

    Congrats Norah! Bullies need to kept in line 🙂

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    1. Norah Avatar

      Thanks so much, Kate. Yes, they do.

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