Missing Grandpa
Let's talk about grief - a gentle book for the whole family
When his best friend Jackson goes quiet after his Nanna becomes very sick, a young boy remembers losing his own Grandpa and learns that grief looks…
Warm, richly detailed books for children and adults
Fiona Birrell writes gentle picture books and richly detailed colouring books, from farm-life adventures for kids to Australian outback scenes for grown-ups. Every title is available on Amazon.
The Books
Nine titles so far, with more colouring books on the way.
Mr Wilson Is My Friend
Let's talk about change - and the friendships that last through it
Every day after school, a young boy and his neighbour Mr Wilson walk Bob the dog to the park. Then one evening the boy overhears the word…
Funny Fantasies: A Colouring Adventure
What ridiculous thing happened today?
Unicorns dance ballet, dragons go to the dentist, octopuses play table tennis, and a cheeky little mouse is hiding in many silly scenes. Forty…
The Australian Outback Colouring Book
An adult colouring escape into the heart of the bush
Step into the Australian bush with this richly detailed colouring book, filled with careful line work. Shearing sheds, drover's camps, windmills…
Australian Views: A Colouring Adventure
Australia's icons, wildlife and wild places in one collection
From Uluru to the Great Barrier Reef, from hot air balloons over Canberra to the Ghan crossing the desert, Australian Views is a detailed tour of…
Going to Grandma's Place
A picture book about the joy of visiting the farm
Zara, Jay and Leo live in Cairns, a long way from Grandma's farm. So when they finally make the trip, by plane and then by car, there is so much to…
Going to Grandma's Place: A Colouring Adventure
The colouring companion to the Going to Grandma's Place story
Inspired by the picture book of the same name, this 31-page colouring book lets children bring Zara, Jay and Leo's farm adventures to life in their…
Mummy Misses Grandma
Let's talk about aging - a gentle book for the whole family
Mummy misses Grandma. I heard her tell her friend this morning. But we only saw Grandma yesterday. Where did Grandma…
That Doesn't Worry Me Anymore
Let's talk about worry - and how to shine a light on it
When the narrator was younger, a monster in the bedroom made bedtime a battle: one more drink of water, one more book, anything to stay awake a…
About Fiona Birrell
Australian author, mother and grandmother, writing gentle picture books and detailed colouring books from her farm in the countryside.
About the Author
Fiona Birrell is an Australian author, mother, and grandmother who lives on a farm in the Australian countryside. Surrounded by animals, wide open spaces, and the simple joys of country life, she finds inspiration in the everyday moments that help children learn, grow, and understand the world around them.
She is the creator of the Let's Talk About… series, gentle stories that help families talk about worry, change, and growing older, and of colouring books inspired by Australia's unique wildlife, landscapes, and country life.
What readers say
Every one of these is a real review left by a reader on Amazon.
★★★★★Different Ways of Grieving
“This is a great little book about dealing with grief in different ways. It helps children to understand big feelings they may have over the loss of a loved one. I think kids will relate to the different ways people grieve with some examples of how to show empathy.”
★★★★★A Gentle and Reassuring Story About Change
“Mr Wilson Is My Friend handles the subject of change with warmth, honesty, and sensitivity. Children will easily connect with the boy's sadness and uncertainty when someone important to him moves away… This would be a valuable book for families, teachers, and counselors helping children navigate moving, separation, or other major transitions.”
★★★★★Grandma is still Grandma
“This beautifully illustrated book is a wonderful way to explain the realities of aging to a young child. It shows that no matter how much Grandma ages or how things change for her, she remains deeply loved and missed.”
★★★★★Dealing With Worry
“It gives the message that it helps to talk about our worries and that we're not alone. This would be a good book for parents and teachers to schedule into their reading time. The illustrations are top notch!”
Ten pages to colour, free
A printable sampler from the four colouring books — Australian animals and landmarks, a farm full of grandchildren, and a dragon who plays fetch. Yours to print at home as often as you like.
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