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Garbage Guts

Illustrated by Heidi Cooper Smith
Published by Larrikin House
Distributed by Simon & Schuster

About The Book

In the North Pacific Ocean lives a monster made of trash, a hungry, greedy meanie with a handlebar moustache.
And though his name is Garbage Guts, he’s often called Big G. He blobs about destroying all the oceans and the seas.’
Garbage Guts is determined to have the ocean all for himself, and will do just about anything to get his way. How on Earth will this beast be stopped?
This action-packed story explores the impact of our waste on the environment, and ways we can help save our planet.

About The Author

Emily S. Smith is a children’s author, storyteller, book-lover and all-round nerd. She divides her time between writing for children, teaching early childhood and being the greatest aunt of all time (in her own opinion) to her nephews and niece. Emily is obsessed with language and its ability to connect people, create fantastical worlds, and explain ideas. She is based in NSW.

About The Illustrator

Heidi Cooper Smith is a talented Australian author and illustrator who knew from the age of 11 she wanted to write and illustrate books. In 2014 she was offered her first contract to illustrate a picture book. In 2015 and 2016 Heidi won the CYA illustrated manuscript competition, leading to the creation of her first book as both author and illustrator. Heidi’s delightful watercolour and digital illustrations are the cornerstone of her success.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Larrikin House (January 4, 2020)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780648728702
  • Ages: 3 - 8

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