IP Kidz, an imprint of Interactive Publications Pty Ltd, is proud to announce the launch of Casa Mia, a touching new picture book celebrating the deep bond between a grandfather and his grandson, written by award-winning author Josie Montano and illustrated by Kristen Willis.
In Casa Mia, young Carlo notices his grandfather, Nonno, is missing the “twinkle in his eyes. When asked if he wants to come home with the family, Nonno explains that he longs for his real home—his “casa mia” in Italy—but is simply too old to travel back. Determined to restore his grandfather’s happiness, Carlo searches through dusty photo albums and uncovers Nonno’s special keepsakes, including his old piano accordion. Carlo then transforms Nonno’s living space to bring Italy to him, welcoming him to his new “Casa mia”. The story beautifully illustrates that home is where you make it, resulting in “happy tears” and a renewed sense of belonging for Nonno.
A Story of Intergenerational Connection.
Casa Mia is described as a “heartwarming journey unravelled through snapshots of a rich and meaningful past”. It encourages young readers to discover connections to their own heritage and identity.
About the Creators:
Author Josie Montano is an international award-winning
screenwriter and author with over 25 years of experience and 70 published
works. As a first generation of Australian of Italian migrants, she
incorporates her lived experiences into her work to “advocate, celebrate diversity and lay down stories of the Italians” and their contributions to Australia.
Award-winning Illustrator Kristen Willis brings the story to life with a style influenced by a childhood “fuelled by biscotti and sugar cane.” Trained as a fine artist and graphic designer, she blends “pigments and pixels” to internalise and visualise family memories.
ISBN: 9781923435001 (Hardback)
9781923435018 (eBook)
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