Author(s): Marisa Alo

Picture Books

Gina desperately wants to dance but she always seems to get tangled up when she tries. With plenty of determination and practice and the Rhythms Dance School three golden rules of dance, Gina realises her dream to become a dancing queen. AUTHOR: Marisa Alo was born and lives in Geelong, Victoria. In 1994 she graduated from the Melbourne School of Art in Elsternwick, Victoria. Since graduating she has worked as a freelance illustrator, illustrating a variety of products from greeting cards to bed linen. Since childhood, it has been Marisa's dream to write and illustrate children's books. Being a passionate dancer, she was inspired to write 'Gina the Dancing Queen'. This is Marisa's first picture book. SELLING POINTS: * A heart-warming story about believing in oneself and following a dream * Inspiring, even the clumsiest giraffe can overcome adversity * Great introduction to the different styles of dance Colour throughout