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Absolutely Revolting
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'Reviewing the job of reviewing' by Hazel Edwards

by Hazel Edwards •
May 1985, no. 70

Children’s book reviewer Hazel Edwards adds her thoughts to the debate.

In Australia, few publications regularly review children’s books for the information of the general reader/buyer. ASA chairman, Ken Methold, suggests that Australian writers need to advertise their varied skills and publicise their works. I agree.

 


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