"Barnaby Bennett" by Hannah Rainforth follows the journey of a young man navigating the complexities of life, love, and self-discovery in a small town. Barnaby, an introverted artist, struggles with societal expectations and his own insecurities while trying to find his place in the world. As he forms an unexpected friendship with a spirited newcomer, he discovers the importance of embracing his true self. Through vivid prose and relatable characters, the story explores themes of identity, creativity, and the transformative power of connection, ultimately leading Barnaby to confront his fears and follow his dreams. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2009 by Star Bright Books .

As an editor for Huia Publishers, Hannah Rainforth produced many children's books in both English and Maori including translating and adapting the award-winning Oh Hogwash Sweet Pea!. She is a collector of children's books who learned the art of story-telling by entertaining her brothers. Ali Teo is a freelance illustrator who works across a wide range of mediums. She has a passion for children's illustration and her work has appeared in many educational publications and children's books including Oh Hogwash Sweet Pea! Ngareta Gabel (Te Paatu and Ngati Kahu) was raised in Kawakawa, Northland, and now lives in Kaikohe with her partner Charles Rolleston and their daughter Tekiteora.