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The Making of Martha Mayfield
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The Making of Martha Mayfield

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Martha Mayfield has always been the quiet kid. Martha is, after all, her mother's daughter. The shy child of an even shyer mum. And she likes it this way. That is, until Martha's mum loses her job. And Martha's teacher overlooks her at school. And soon, Martha realises something has to give. Can she really go through life being so quiet that nobody takes her seriously? Should she really keep all her good ideas to herself forever? Putting yourself out there is every quiet kid's worst nightmare, but Martha is determined to make the most of it. And perhaps to make something of herself along the way...

The Making of Martha Mayfield is an endearing yet funny story about coming out of your shell, finding out what you're capable of, and showing the world who you really are.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Affirm Press
Country
Australia
Date
26 August 2025
Pages
304
ISBN
9781923022928

Martha Mayfield has always been the quiet kid. Martha is, after all, her mother's daughter. The shy child of an even shyer mum. And she likes it this way. That is, until Martha's mum loses her job. And Martha's teacher overlooks her at school. And soon, Martha realises something has to give. Can she really go through life being so quiet that nobody takes her seriously? Should she really keep all her good ideas to herself forever? Putting yourself out there is every quiet kid's worst nightmare, but Martha is determined to make the most of it. And perhaps to make something of herself along the way...

The Making of Martha Mayfield is an endearing yet funny story about coming out of your shell, finding out what you're capable of, and showing the world who you really are.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Affirm Press
Country
Australia
Date
26 August 2025
Pages
304
ISBN
9781923022928
 
Book Review

The Making of Martha Mayfield
by Jo Dabrowski

by Alicia Guiney, Aug 2025

A heartwarming and wholesome story about learning to find your voice, The Making of Martha Mayfield is a strong follow-up novel from author Jo Dabrowski, whose first book, Get Your Act Together, Doris Kozlowski was shortlisted for The Readings Children’s Prize last year. The qualities which made that book stand out shine even brighter here.

The story follows Martha, a young girl who struggles to speak with anyone. When her mother, who is similarly shy, loses her job in favour of a less talented but more open co-worker, Martha decides she must learn to speak up and share her ideas. What follows is a super-fun story of school captain elections, group projects, and how these scary opportunities can help us learn and grow. Alongside Martha, we get to know her family. Her sister, Iris, is constantly changing herself to appeal to different boys, and her mother, Eleanor, is struggling to find her way after losing her job.

This book is all about overcoming internal challenges to find a truer and happier version of yourself. It’s not about becoming the loudest in the class, but rather finding a way to share your voice nonetheless. Perfect for ages 9+.

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