We Wrote a Book! Introducing A Time and a Place
It started with an idea… and a whole lot of messes of our own.
Today, with full hearts, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of our debut children’s book:
🧡 A Time and a Place, now available on Amazon.
This isn’t just a storybook. It’s a celebration of the chaos and magic of childhood. A love letter to play. And a tribute to the little moments, sometimes messy, always beautiful, that shape our days.
🌿 A Book Inspired by Real Life, Real Places
The idea for A Time and a Place was born from the everyday joys and challenges of raising curious little humans.
You know the ones: kids who turn bathtime into a bubble tsunami, who think eggs are a science experiment, who can’t pass a puddle without exploring it to its full squelchy potential.
We wanted to capture that spirit, and place it right here, in the settings our kids know best.
Set in familiar local surroundings (yes, that’s Shelly Beach Pavilion you spotted on the cover!), this story gives children a chance to see their own home in the pages of a book. It reminds them that the world they live in is full of wonder, and that they belong in it.
📖 About the Book
A Time and a Place follows a joyful, mischievous little girl whose love for play leaves a trail of mess and mayhem wherever she goes. From eggy explosions to bubble disasters, her whirlwind of curiosity lands her in all sorts of trouble, until she finds a very special place where messes aren’t just allowed… they’re celebrated.
✨ It’s a story for:
Curious kids with big imaginations
Playful parents who know life doesn’t always look Pinterest-perfect
Teachers and carers who value sensory learning and creative exploration
With vivid illustrations and lyrical prose, it’s a book that encourages families to embrace the beautiful chaos of growing up, together.
🎨 A Labour of Love
This book didn’t happen overnight.
It was late-night writing sessions and mid-day edits squeezed between snack times.
It was bouncing ideas off each other, working with an incredibly talented illustrator, and staying rooted in our mission:
To create something meaningful for the children in our community, something playful, real, and filled with heart.
And now, we’re holding it in our hands. And we couldn’t be more proud.
🛍️ How to Get Your Copy
A Time and a Place is now available for purchase on Amazon.
Grab a copy for your family, your classroom, or as a gift for someone who loves stories rooted in joy, play, and place.
📦 [Find it HERE!]
💬 We’d Love Your Support
If you read the book and love it, here’s how you can help us spread the word:
Leave a review on Amazon, it makes a huge difference for indie authors
Share a photo of your kids reading it and tag us on Instagram
Tell a teacher or early learning centre you love
Pop a copy in a local library donation box
This has been a dream project, and sharing it with you is the most special part of all.
Thank you for being part of our time and place.
With gratitude,
Michelle Ellis and Natasa Slater
Authors of A Time and a Place