{"title":"Michael Debenham","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichael Debenham’s stories spark the imaginations of young readers with charming tales full of warmth and whimsy. His books often explore themes of friendship, adventure, and the unexpected joys found in everyday moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for children’s literature enthusiasts, Debenham’s work combines playful narratives with engaging characters, inviting readers into worlds where curiosity and kindness take centre stage. \u003cem\u003eTail Not Included\u003c\/em\u003e is a delightful example of his storytelling craft.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tail-not-included-by-michael-debenham-9781761216794","title":"Tail Not Included","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA hilariously offbeat, mostly underwater adventure about a girl who finally meets her absent father – only to discover that he's not exactly human. Winner of the Ampersand Prize!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAside from her school burning down (twice!), Becky's life is fairly predictable – and that's just how she likes it. So when her dad turns up out of the blue, she's not interested in meeting him. After all, he's a total stranger. And kind of strange. But Becky can't help wondering: what's the Ceremony of the Waves he insists on taking her to? Why did he leave her and her mum? Why is he so keen to get into the ocean? And … why does he smell like fish?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Ampersand Prize-winning debut author Michael Debenham comes this brilliantly funny middle-grade novel, \u003cem\u003eTail Not Included\u003c\/em\u003e, perfect for fans of Nat Amoore and \u003cem\u003eGet Your Act Together, Doris Kozlowski\u003c\/em\u003e by Jo Dabrowski.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47664479535340,"sku":"9781761216794","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781761216794-tail-not-included.jpg?v=1779681383"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/michael-debenham.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}