Specky Magee

Publisher details

Authors: Felice Arena, Garry Lyon
Publisher: Penguin
Genre: Children’s Fiction
Released: 06 January, 2014

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Synopsis

Simon Magee is twelve and mad about Aussie Rules. He's even got a nickname – 'Specky' – because he takes such spectacular marks. But his family hates footy… So why is there a baby photo of him dressed in footy gear? Determined to find out the truth, Specky uncovers more than he ever bargained for.'Specky Magee is a one gulp book to be read fast and easily . . .' Australian Book Review'It's encouraging Aussie Kids to read and enjoy Aussie culture . . .' Eddie McGuire, the Herald Sun

About the author

Garry Lyon

Garry Lyon debuted with the Melbourne Football Club in 1986, at 18 years of age. He retired 14 years later with Best and Fairest and Leading Goal Kicker awards, Victorian and All Australian selections, and 226 games under his belt. He captained the Demons for seven years, as well as Victoria, and coached the Australian International Rules Team for four years. He is now a football columnist for The Age, commentator for Triple M and the host of Channel 9's football programsThe Footy Show and Footy Classified.

Books by Garry Lyon

Felice Arena, Garry Lyon

Specky Magee

About the author

Felice Arena

Felice Arena is one of Australia's best-loved children's writers. He is the author and creator of many popular and award-winning children's books for all ages, including Whippersnapper, the bestselling Specky Magee books and the popular Andy Roid series. For more information about Felice and his books visit his website at: felicearena.com