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| Author | Duncan Ball |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Allan Stomann |
| Language | English |
| Series | Selby series |
| Genre | Children's novel |
Publication date | 1985 (reprinted 2004) |
| Publication place | Australia |
| Media type | Print (Paperback) |
| Followed by | Selby Speaks |
Selby's Secret is the first children's novel in theSelby series byAustralianwriterDuncan Ball, and was first published in 1985. It was reissued in 2004.
Selby is the only talking dog in Australia – perhaps in the world. He longs to chat with his owners but fears loses his status as their beloved pet. Keeping his secret is not easy.
Years after publication, the book won its first award, the 1987Primary section in theWaybra Award.[1] It also came fourth place in the 1987 Primary section of theKoala Awards. The book was also shortlisted many other awards including the 1993Yabba Awards for young readers. It has been shortlisted for the Koala Awards for 1988-1991 as well as 1996, 1999, and 2000. In 2001 it was finally voted into the Koala Awards’ Hall of Fame.
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