Adele Broadbent

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Meri Kirihimete, Kererū

Christmas is approaching fast and the creatures of the NZ bush are working on their wish lists.Meri Kirihimete Kereru Book Review Cover

Each bird and animal has a special wish at the top of their list.

Kiwi would like to fly.

Tui wants a mirror so he can see his glorious white tuft.

Snail would like to be faster!

But Kererū stays quiet, not willing to share her secret wish.

When Christmas Day arrives, all are excited to see their gifts and sh

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How to Grow a Reindeer

Mr Pottifer’s shop is all ready for Christmas.The mince pies are delicious, the mistletoe happily hanging, and the shop pets dressed for the occasion. Read more of this blog post »
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Adele Broadbent Thanks. NZ winter weather gorgeous and sunny! Perfect for curling up in a sunny spot with a book!


Majenta Hi, Adele! Thanks for the Friend Request--Accepted! Happy July, how's the New Zealand weather? "Lissa Evans" was a familiar name to me--from her TV and BBCRadio(online) work! What a happy surprise that she's an author! I hope your writing is going well. Happy writing and reading and everything else.

Best wishes from Majenta


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