Malaysian author makes it to IBBY Honour List with children's book 'Hayley’s Fantastic Fruits'


Malaysian author Mohana Gill has been selected for inclusion in the IBBY Honour List 2020 for her children’s book 'Hayley’s Fantastic Fruits'. Photos: Handout

Malaysian author Mohana Gill has been selected for inclusion in the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) Honour List 2020 for her children’s book, Hayley’s Fantastic Fruits.

This book is one of eight titles from the Hayley’s Happylicious series. It follows the adventures of Hayley and friend Zac, as well as their beloved pets Bonbon and Ziggy, as they make their way around Uncle Joe’s orchard and learn about the fantastic world of fruits. Included in the book are easy recipes that children can recreate at home with help from an adult.

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