Interview with Kate and Jim McMullan

Monday, January 22, 2007.

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Jim and Kate McMullanAuthor and illustrator team, Kate and Jim McMullan, share a behind the scenes peek at the making of Nutcracker Noel — an “anti-romantic”, humourous, realistic book about ballet — and try to explain to us how such a wonderful, timeless book could go out of print.

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Other books mentioned: I Stink!

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About Attitude: Nutcracker Noel

Friday, December 15, 2006.

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Nutcracker NoelAuthor: Kate McMullan
Illustrator: Jim McMullan
Published: 1996 Harper Collins Canada, Limited
ISBN: 0062059106

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Snappy dialogue and hilariously realistic body language bring to life a story that clearly illustrates the magic of a carefully crafted perspective. Generously sprinkled with subtle humour (for both adult and child), this is a year round family favourite.

We’ve received a lovely, meaty note from author, Kate McMullen. Check it out here.

Filed under: Ages 0-3,Ages 4-8,Compassion,Creativity,Dance,Envy/Competition,Forgiveness,Fun,Generosity,Girl,Life Skills,Making a difference,Picture book,Podcast,Realistic,Review
 
 

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