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Emmie Builds Something New

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Emmie the mouse is an extraordinary inventor. There is no problem she can't fix! But then a new kind of problem arrives. The type of problem that has claws, a long swishy tail and a mischievous gleam in its eyes ... Emmie is sure that she has an idea big enough to frighten the problem away. But perhaps the best way to tackle a problem is friendship, not fear?

A cat-and-mouse caper with a unique twist, this is a captivating tale that celebrates innovation, resilience and the power of kindness.

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Format

Hardback

Publisher

Affirm Press

Country

Australia

Date

28 October 2025

Pages

ISBN

9781923419261

A cat-and-mouse caper with a unique twist, this is a captivating tale that celebrates innovation, resilience and the power of kindness.

Format

Hardback

Publisher

Affirm Press

Country

Australia

Date

28 October 2025

Pages

ISBN

9781923419261

Book Review

Emmie Builds Something New
by Marjorie Crosby-Fairall

by Harvey Weir, Nov 2025

Emmie Builds Something New is a wondrous new picture book by veteran illustrator and now debut author Marjorie Crosby-Fairall. With detailed illustrations full of infectious character, this gorgeous story follows Emmie the mouse in her quest to create an invention marvellous enough to solve her newest problem: there is a cat prowling around her house! From a lion made with an accordion to an egg-beater elephant or a teapot dragon, watch Emmie craft wacky constructions as she tries to frighten away the cat.

It’s only once she succeeds, and the poor kitten is cowering in the corner, that Emmie realises she might need to turn her talents to a new kind of invention – one that will help her make a friend. Quirky, kind and colourful, Emmie Builds Something New is a perfect tale for kids aged 3+, especially budding builders and creators!

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