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My
Big
Secret

A fun, uplifting story about love and acceptance, no matter what team your heart belongs to!

Everyone in my family goes for the RED team. My dad goes for the RED team. My mum goes for the RED team… EVERYONE goes for the RED team. But . . .
I go for the BLUE team!
Will this little pig ever have the courage to tell everyone his big secret?
And will that be okay?

PRAISE FOR MY BIG SECRET

'This fun story is about acceptance. Not being afraid of just being you. I love the big bold illustrations filling the pages from corner to corner. Colourful and bright, it ends on a lovely note, and it's not red or blue.' Jane Stephens, Good Reading Magazine
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'The best picture books span all age groups, and this is definitely one of those.  A hidden gem for those prepared to look.' - Barbara Braxton,
The Bottom Bookshelf

 
With Felice Arena's signature charm and humour, My Big Secret, is a delightful read for young children and sports fans alike.' - Better Reading

My Big Secret is a great read aloud to share with young ones... and be prepared to have great chats.' - Paul MacDonald The Children's Bookshop


'Written simply, but with emotion, book creator Felice Arena has done it again with this engaging picture book. The fun and unique illustrations paired with dynamic text makes for a perfect read aloud.' - Rita, Get.Kids.Booked

'This book is perfect for sparking conversations about feelings, kindness,and being true to yourself. In one word - perfect!' - Dymocks 234 Melbourne

'Wonderfully witty! A wonderful look at difference within family and how this can be overcome with love and support by them all. Bright bold illustrations will entrance the readers as the follow the little pig's dilemma. Highly recommended! '- ReadPlus 

'A friendly heartwarming picture book!'  School Days Magazine

'This is a carefully sturctured story full of suspense and big emotions, echoed and expanded in the humourous illustrations.... this plea for tolerance and understanding could not be more timely.' - Story Links

CONTACT

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To book Felice to visit your school or library, 

or to appear at your festival,

please contact:

Lora@bookedout.com.au

Booked Out Speakers' Agency

Tel: +61  3 9824 0177

 

For International speaking engagement enquires and bookings contact: hello@annabelbarker.com

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For all book and TV/Film/Stage rights enquiries please contact Felice's literary agent:

Annabel Barker

www.annabelbarker.com

hello@annabelbarker.com

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Felice's Actors' Agent: 

Belfield & Ward, London UK. 
T: +44 20 3416 5290
E: office@belfieldandward.co.uk

 

'Felice kept 150 boys captive while he discussed his books. He inspired them to use their experiences as a writing source, and emphasised the importance of research in making stories more authentic…a flawless performance!"

—Frances Eames, Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School - Book Week 2024

 

 

"We were thrilled to have Felice Arena join us. He engaged our students immediately, as well as providing a sneak peak of his new novel next year. We learnt lots about writing, illustrating and history. We hope to have him back next year! Thank you, Felice!"

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St. Paul's Primary School, Coburg. 

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"Brilliant, engaging, captivating and inspiring are just some of the ways I would describe Felice's sessions. His energy is infectious and its not just the students who enjoy themselves. Do yourself a favour and book Felice in at your school or library, you certainly won't be disappointed."

- Sharmaine Delgardo, Griffith City Library,

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"Felice — I just wanted to thank you again for your presentation with the Prep – Year 2 students. They absolutely loved listening to you talk about your books and characters and also where you find inspiration. Thank you for your generosity, your spirit, your humour, and your understanding of what children love!” — B. Joseph, Grimwade House,

Melbourne Grammar 

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