The Echidna Near My Place is a gentle and heartwarming story about a child and their nana, and the echidna they love to search for on their daily walks.

As they wander together, the child and their nana follow the trail of a short-beaked echidna, observing its habits and wondering about its world. Along the way, young readers will discover what echidnas eat, where they live, and how they protect themselves, blending storytelling with a touch of learning about one of Australia’s most fascinating animals.

Written by Sue Whiting and illustrated by Cate James.