Bilingual book launch magic!

The book launch of Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie in Adelaide, South Australia was a fantastic success!

Held at the Cove Civic Centre, the event drew an enthusiastic crowd, including language teachers, school students, and comic lovers.

The energy in the room reflected the excitement around Australia’s first bilingual French-English graphic novel, which also features Auslan(Australian Sign Language).

Guests enjoyed a dynamic presentation on visual storytelling and language learning, followed by a fantastic interactive workshop by Paris and Freddie Illustrator Joanna Hassam creating wonderful renditions of Freddie!

It was a proud and inspiring moment for language education and sequential art in Australia.

Special thanks to the City of Marion Libraries for generously sponsoring the launch and supporting this celebration of multilingual creativity.

More fantastic news with a Spanish-English edition of book one coming soon!

Perfect for Year 6 to adult French and English learners, Paris and Freddie’s first escapade is packed with excitement, intrigue, visual storytelling, and a celebration of languages.

In my new bilingual French–English graphic novel Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie, our fearless frilled-necked lizard, Freddie, communicates with his friends through Auslan.

By including Auslan, the story celebrates the beauty of visual languages and shows the importance of inclusive storytelling for readers of all ages.

Books like this remind us that language isn’t only spoken or written; it’s also beautifully signed.

Try it yourself: practice saying hello to Freddie in Auslan!

Ready to join the journey?

Purchase your copy of Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie globally, here!

Merci et bon voyage !

look who's hit the shelves!

I’m incredibly grateful to Orchard Bookshop in the Adelaide Arcade, featuring Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie in their window display!

This charming bookshop was recently named one of Australia’s top ten cutest bookshops for its unique character, vintage aesthetic, and lovingly curated collection.

It’s a true literary gem in the heart of Adelaide!

I'm thrilled to announce that Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie is available at Orchard Bookshop!

Merci for supporting bilingual storytelling!

My book promotion tour continues to inspire!

Thanks to everyone who joined me and Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie Illustrator, Joanna Hassam, at the Hub Library on October 19, for a fun-filled celebration of bilingual education, which included an illustration workshop for audience members! 

Sincere thanks to Onkaparinga Libraries Hub Library as official event sponsors.

More wonderful book reviews!

I was deeply touched by a recent review from a reader in Japan, who wrote:

“The sign language at the end of this book is meaningful because it expresses the diversity of language… Language isn’t just for speakers.”

This reflection beautifully captures what Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie is all about; celebrating how we connect through spoken, written, and visual forms of language.

A spectacular book signing event!

Thank you to the teachers who stopped by my signing table at the Adelaide Comic Convention and Toy Fair on October 6 and purchased a copy of Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie, Australia’s first bilingual French–English graphic novel created and set in Adelaide.

This project celebrates the spirit of language, art, and place, bringing together storytelling, cultural identity, and multimodal literacy.

Designed for both classrooms and readers of all ages, Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie invites learners to explore French and English side by side, while also discovering the beauty of Auslan (Australian Sign Language) as part of its visual narrative.

Seen here with my illustrator Jo Hassam, we had a fantastic time engaging with the greater Adelaide community during the book signing!

More fantastic news! 

I'm excited to announce a new agreement with Australia's largest French Supermarket, France At Home!

The physical and online store recently purchased stock of my bilingual French-English graphic novel Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie for their shelves!

A wonderful book signing at the papercuts comics festival!

A spectacular Papercuts Comics Festival!

Click through via the above image to view more about the launch of Australia's first bilingual French-English graphic novel, created and set in South Australia!

Special thanks to all the teachers, students, comic lovers, and curious readers, especially those who picked up a copy of Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie at the Papercuts Comics Festival at the Adelaide Town Hall. 

It was fantastic to share Australia’s first bilingual French–English graphic novel, created and set in Adelaide, with the Greater Adelaide Community!

More exciting news with Les Aventures de Paris et Freddie on sale globally!

Thanks to all who have supported my book so far. If you’ve enjoyed reading it, a short review on Amazon, Goodreads, or Booktopia would be greatly appreciated as your words help other readers discover the story and strengthen its journey into classrooms and libraries.

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Les  Aventures de Paris et Freddie have been added to collections across Libraries SA in South Australia. It’s fantastic to see Paris and Freddie finding their place on library shelves!

Thank you for being part of this adventure!