Frané Lessac - Books and Art

17/05/2026

That rascal Moondyne Joe, is on exhibition until September 13th in the The Story Place Gallery - Mezzanine Level *The Legend of Moondyne Joe*

22/04/2026

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What are you reading leading up to Anzac Day this Saturday? The delightful and are joining us this week with their special book Simpson and his Donkey.

The heroic story of one man and a donkey - and the strange twist of fate that brought two boyhood friends together one last time during the Gallipoli campaign in World War I. A beautiful and informative book.

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14/04/2026

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Join us for an evening illustration workshop with three of the 2026 Paper Bird Illustration Exhibition & Award Judges: Briony Stewart ( ), Kyle Hughes-Odgers () and Frané Lessac ().

In this workshop, we will begin as a group with a series of warm-ups presented by our judges. You’ll learn how they nurture a sense of play and exploration with different activities you can incorporate into your own artistic practice.

Next, we will split into small groups to spend a 25-minute session with one of our Illustrators, where they will teach a key technique or skill from their process. Over the evening, each group will have a session with each Illustrator. In between each session, there’s time for drinks, nibbles, and a gallery walk.

This workshop is designed to develop your illustration skills and impart practical knowledge and tips that you can incorporate into your own practice.

To book, visit the link in bio or paperbird.com.au/events. Materials provided.

29/03/2026

How cool is this! Open your pack, peek inside – Storyfest trading cards are now live!🚀 I’m proud to be part of the Storyfest Squad and the official Trading Card launch. This collective celebrates uniqueness, creative expression and the transformative power of our storytelling experiences. Your favourite storytellers are on the cards - how many will you collect? 👀
Trading cards are available both online and at Storyfest Gold Coast. Check them out here: www.storyfest.com.au/writers-festivals/trading-cards

08/03/2026

On International Women’s Day, we bring you The Legend of Jessie Hickman. This narrative nonfiction book highlights strong female figures and untold stories from history. Jessie was such a remarkable figure, bold, adventurous, deeply inspiring, unconventional, and far ahead of her time. She defied expectations and carved her own path. The Legend of Jessie Hickman follows her journey from circus performer to outlaw, filled with action and courage and grounded in authentic historical detail.  This book is ideal for those actively seeking empowering true stories for children.

24/02/2026

Author Mark Greenwood shares his process of writing NLA Publishing children’s title The Legend of Jessie Hickman.

04/02/2026

08/12/2025

Pop a signed book in a Christmas stocking for your fav little human.

04/12/2025

Loving this project - MMATBG (acronym). *Guess the title below to win first copy off the press late 2026. *Eligibility: Family, Friends and those who know the project, all ineligible to win. 😂 Another prize for the most creative open to all!

24/11/2025

Life long achievement of being Bigfoot! ✅
Hilarious

21/11/2025