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The Girl Who Loves Bugs

Author: Lily MurrayIllustrator: Jenny Lovlie

Evie is fascinated by insects – an affection her family do not share! But when Evie causes an infestation at a family gathering, she finds a kindred spirit in Great Gran. Told in rhyme, with pretty, detailed illustrations that give a sense of much fluttering and crawling. Evie wears hearing aids. 

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  • Mixed-heritage representation
  • Black/brown representation
  • LGBTQIA+ representation
  • Same-sex parents
  • Diverse cast
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead
  • Disabled representation