When You're A Boy

A powerful and moving exploration of what it means to be a boy from an exciting new author-illustrator talent.

When you're a boyyou are told how to be
like the white-roaring oceans.
But I've learned
the fierceness of flowers
the glory of colour
and the beauty of dreaming.

Wander through forests, cross rivers and climb mountains in this powerful and moving exploration of what it means to be a boy.

About the Author

Blake Nuto is a writer and illustrator living in lutruwita Tasmania. He currently shares his time between creating, teaching and growing-up alongside his three uncontainable children. His first two books have received international publication, translation and nomination. This is his first self-illustrated work. He is still learning many things.