Every picture tells a story

By Carol Saffer

A Dales Creek resident is a nurse by profession and a book illustrator by talent.

Elyse Kalade teamed up with author Olivia Marchioni, of the children’s book No Way Bay, with whom Elyse went to primary school.

“We have known each other forever, and she started writing her book five years ago,” Ms Kalade said.

“It is about fussy eaters and how to encourage them to eat their food,” she said.

“As frustrating as it is for parents, Olivia came up with the idea of including her son in the preparation of his meals, and the book came together.”

When Ms Kalade read it, and Ms Marchioni asked her to illustrate it, she was thrilled.

“I am a bit of an arty person,” she said.

“Olivia’s gave me full reign to draw my pictures how I wanted.

“It took me many hours over nine months to complete the illustrations to a level I was pleased with.”

Ms Kalade sought constant communication, consultation and critique from Ms Marchioni, with the final work pleasing both of them.

No Way Bay is a family story about a boy who isn’t interested in his meals. As a result, Bay is almost impossible to please. Just wait until you see what this genius mum comes up with.

No Way Bay is an excellent and on-point children’s book, suitable to read at home and in early childhood centres and programs.

It can be purchased online at alysbooks.com