The Wonky Woo

Meet the Wonky Woo – Australia’s most wonderfully mixed-up creature!
Deep in the Australian bush, beside a crackling campfire and a gurgling creek, a wise old koala spins a spooky bush tale for his curious daughter. He speaks of a creature so strange and mismatched it sounds impossible to be real… a furry thing with a duck’s bill, webbed feet, a broad tail, and a talent for being completely wonky.
But when little Kiki goes exploring the next morning, she discovers that some bush legends might just be truer than they seem.
The Wonky Woo is a heart-warming, gently funny Australian picture book that celebrates our unique wildlife, bush storytelling, and the magic of imagination. Set among gum trees, kookaburras, creeks, and campfires, this story introduces young readers to one of Australia’s most fascinating animals through playful language and a child’s-eye sense of wonder.
With warmth, humour, and a touch of mystery, The Wonky Woo reminds us that sometimes the scariest stories turn out to be the friendliest of all.
A uniquely Australian tale full of heart, imagination, and bushland magic.

What people are saying about the Wonky Woo:
“I came across The Wonky Woo and genuinely could not move past it. The way you frame the story as a campfire tale told by a wise old koala to his curious daughter, then let little Kiki's morning adventure blur the line between bush legend and living truth, creates such a gentle, magical tension that honors both storytelling tradition and a child's sense of wonder. What also stands out is how you celebrate Australia's unique wildlife through playful language and vibrant imagery without ever feeling instructional, letting the mystery of the Wonky Woo itself do the teaching.
Your background in psychology, human services, and stand-up comedy shines through in the way you layer humor and heart into every page, suggesting a storytelling voice that connects with young readers not just through whimsy, but through emotional authenticity.”

“Read this with my 4 year old son and loved the pictures and following along with the story. I love koalas and this felt like my son is finally showing interest in reading.”

“Adorable story about animals in Australia. The graphics were next level awesome. Highly recommend this book. It’s the whole picture, graphics, storyline, and cute”