- Title:
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No Words
- Written by:
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Maryam Master
- Read by:
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Cait Burley; Pedram Biazar
- Format:
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Unabridged CD Audio Book
- Number of CDs:
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3
- Duration:
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3 hours 40 minutes
- Published:
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July 11 2023
- Available Date:
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July 11 2023
- Age Category:
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Children (10+)
- ISBN:
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9781038646897
- Genres:
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Fiction; Australian Fiction; Children; Children's Fiction; Humorous
- Publisher:
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Bolinda/Macmillan Australia
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Price
Bolinda price
Australian author
Winner The Readings Prize 2023
Shortlisted DANZ Children's Book Award / Middle Grade 2024
From Maryam Master comes the story of a 12-year-old refugee who's trying to establish a new life in Australia, grapple with his past and, most importantly, find his voice.
Hero doesn’t feel like a hero, but sometimes it feels like the universe is asking her to be one.
When Aria, a mysterious boy who never ever speaks, arrives at her school and is immediately picked on by the Bully-in-Chief – His Royal Thug-ness Doofus (Rufus) – Hero and her bestie Jaz feel compelled to step in and help … except they’re far too chicken to actually do anything helpful or heroic. So, instead they befriend Aria and try to uncover the truth about this boy with no words …
'Maryam is a brilliantly funny writer for kids. I have asked her to adapt my own books for the stage and she did a magnificent job every time. This original story of hers is an absolute joy.' (on Exit Through the Gift Shop)
David Walliams
'Forced immigration, women’s rights, humanity, bravery, friendship, and tolerance all get a nod in such a way that kid readers will organically grasp because of the incredible array of emotions used to portray them.'
Kids Book Review
'Written with hope, compassion and wit, this book and its characters teach some important lessons about supporting and caring for those around you.'
Readings
'Master uses humour to tackle serious issues: mental health, bullying, grief and loss and the obstacles faced by refugees.'
Reading Time
'As a whole it makes for a fun and rewarding read with really positive messages about overcoming fear and finding inner strength.'
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