Listening, Learning and Growing
Encouraging children to listen to the world around them and be present
'Come Listen with Me' is a children's picture book featuring a child with hearing loss. With her parent, she embarks on a peaceful walk through their vibrant neighbourhood. Together they attune their ears to the symphony of sounds that surround them. From the gentle pattering of rain to the distant hum of passing traffic, each page invites children to engage in a sensory adventure and discover how sounds shape their world.
Meet the Author
Jemma is a paediatric speech pathologist based in Canberra, Australia. Since graduating with a Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology, Jemma has worked in not-for-profit organisations which support children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Working with and supporting these families was the inspiration for her debut children's book. Jemma has grown up with a love for reading which was instilled in her by her mother and is a love she hopes to pass on to her own daughters.
Meet the Illustrator
Amy Jacinta is an illustrator based in the Adelaide Hills. Since graduating a Bachelor of Illustration and Design from University of South Australia she works in a range of picture making processes including soft pastel, colour pencil, watercolour and woodcut and often combines traditional media with digital collage. Her work evokes hope as she strives to inspire courage through her illustrations for all walks of life. Her love of picturebooks and all things art is shared with her two kids and Shmoodle pooch!
About the Little Steps Publishing
Established in 2007, Little Steps Publishing is an award-winning partnership publisher based in Australia. They specialise in bringing high-quality children's books to life by collaborating with talented authors and illustrators. Their unique model combines the support and expertise of traditional publishing with the creative control and royalties of self-publishing. They offer a comprehensive suite of services, including professional editing, illustration, design, printing, distribution, marketing, and promotion, to help aspiring authors realise their publishing dreams. With a proven track record of both domestic and international success, Little Steps Publishing is dedicated to fostering creativity and storytelling in the world of children's literature.