Inspired by musicians, young Zi wants to learn an instrument—but things don’t go as planned.

Inspired by the sound of musicians at a local street festival, young Zi becomes determined to learn an instrument. With support from his family and music teachers, Zi tries out a guitar, violin, and much more. But each one ends in disaster—a SNAP or a CRACK! Just as Zi is ready to give up, a moment of rhythmic tapping gives him an idea and the discovery of an unexpected talent. Not Even a Snap! Is a wonderfully energetic and funny story about resilience and selfdiscovery, with illustrations that capture the beat of this wonderful tale!

• A wonderfully funny story that demonstrates the importance of resilience and the power of music.
• Encourages children to discover and try different musical instruments, allowing them to express themselves in a fun and exciting way.
• Delightful illustrations that are full of character, humour, and warmth.
• Expand the reach of this story with Teacher Notes, featuring discussion prompts and fun activities for children.

Courtney Lawrence is an Australian writer and musician. She has a double degree in English, Applied Linguistics, History, and Italian, as well as a passion for the wonderful silliness of words. Her short stories, poetry, and nonfiction words have been published in her alma mater magazine, where she later worked as Editor. She now works as a bookseller in North-West Victoria.

Antonio Ordonez (known as AtOLOnia) was born in Madrid, Spain. Inspired by the birth of his first child, Antonio decided to change career and move into the world of children’s illustration. His work is distinguished by the cute, friendly, and expressive characters he creates. He loves to combine digital drawing with watercolour and give free rein to his imagination.

RRP: AUD 24.99 / GBP £12.99 / USD $18.95

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 978-1-80036-091-4