Willem the Wombat

Adriana Kropej Illustrated by Gem Moss

A brave, yet shy wombat discovers his unique skills are needed to help save his friends.

Willem the wombat is clever, strong, and brave—but shy. While the other animals leap and play, Willem finds it hard to fit in and make friends. But when disaster strikes and the animals become trapped in a cave, Willem’s unique skills will help save the day! Willem the Wombat is a joyous story about discovering your talents, embracing who you are, and finding friendships. Bright, eye-catching illustrations bring out the warmth and joy of this delightful story.

A joyful rhyming story that explores themes of self-acceptance, recognising differences, and social inclusion.
Encourages children to identify their feelings and those of others while identifying and celebrating their own “superpowers”!
Bold and engaging illustrations that bring out the joy and warmth of this delightful story.

Adriana Kropej is a South Australian author who developed a love of words and writing from an early age. She has a keen focus on creating rich and imaginative worlds, where children can enjoy stories, while also helping them to understand invaluable lessons about life. When she isn’t writing, Adriana enjoys travelling, exploring the outdoors, spending time with her family, and making a fuss over her many mischievous animals! This is her first children’s book.

Gem Moss lives in Cheshire in the UK. She creates quirky, cute fun illustrations for children. She particularly enjoys creating conversation starters that raise awareness and make children more compassionate to the current issues we face today.

ISBN ：978-1-76036-265-2

Release Date ：2th June 2026