About this ebook
- Deb Abela, award-winning author of The Most Marvellous Spelling Bee Mystery
As the daughter of global music superstars, Melody Trumpet was supposed to be extraordinary - a melodic genius to carry on the Trumpet legacy.
But, as was discovered when Melody screamed her first out-of-tune note as a baby, this wasn't to be.
Ten years on, Melody is still kept away from the world in Trumpet Manor.
If only secrets could stay hidden ...
For Melody Trumpet, it's about finding the extraordinary in ordinary!
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'This is a fun, well-written story about finding your voice for readers aged seven to 10 years old' -- Books+Publishing, four stars
'Talented Australian author Gabrielle Tozer has delivered an action packed read that 10+ readers will love.' -- Better Reading
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About the author
Gabrielle Tozer is an award-winning author based in regional New South Wales. Her latest works include The Unexpected Mess of It All, which won the 2025 ACT Literary Award for Young Adult Fiction, beloved picture books Before We Met and Tiny Good Things (illustrated by Sophie Beer) and Can't Say It Went to Plan.Over the years, Gabrielle has received honours including the State Library of Victoria's Gold Inky Award for The Intern, and appeared on the CBCA's Notable List for Older Readers for Remind Me How This Ends. Gabrielle loves sharing her passion for creativity, and has spoken at the Sydney Writers' Festival, Canberra Writers Festival, CBCA national conference and more. She has also worked as a mentor for the Regional Arts Network, Regional Arts Australia and the ABC's Heywire initiative.Gabrielle's seventh novel, This Is How It Should Be, hits shelves in 2027.Say hello: gabrielletozer.com
