Get our latest book recommendations, author news, and competitions right to your inbox.
Table of Contents
About The Book
Martha Mayfield has always been the quiet kid.
Martha is, after all, her mother's daughter. The shy child of an even shyer mum. And she likes it this way.
That is, until Martha's mum loses her job. And Martha's teacher overlooks her at school. And soon, Martha realises something has to give. Can she really go through life being so quiet that nobody takes her seriously? Should she really keep all her good ideas to herself forever?
Putting yourself out there is every quiet kid's worst nightmare, but Martha is determined to make the most of it. And perhaps to make something of herself along the way ...
The Making of Martha Mayfield is an endearing yet funny story about coming out of your shell, finding out what you're capable of, and showing the world who you really are.
Martha is, after all, her mother's daughter. The shy child of an even shyer mum. And she likes it this way.
That is, until Martha's mum loses her job. And Martha's teacher overlooks her at school. And soon, Martha realises something has to give. Can she really go through life being so quiet that nobody takes her seriously? Should she really keep all her good ideas to herself forever?
Putting yourself out there is every quiet kid's worst nightmare, but Martha is determined to make the most of it. And perhaps to make something of herself along the way ...
The Making of Martha Mayfield is an endearing yet funny story about coming out of your shell, finding out what you're capable of, and showing the world who you really are.
Product Details
- Publisher: Affirm Kids (August 26, 2025)
- Length: 304 pages
- ISBN13: 9781761637131
- Ages: 9 - 12
Browse Related Books
Raves and Reviews
'Great book.'
– Geelong Advertiser
'A heartwarming and wholesome story about learning to find your voice'.
– Readings Monthly
'This is one of the most original and well-written middle-grade novels I’ve read in quite a while ... Dabrowski has a gift of beautifully developing characterisation so each of her characters reflect people that the reader can readily relate to.'
– Buzz Words Magazine
'A treasure of a story. As funny as it is moving and wise.'
– Karen Foxlee, bestselling author
'Charming and engaging.'
– Books+Publishing
Resources and Downloads
High Resolution Images
-
Book Cover Image (jpg): The Making of Martha Mayfield
eBook 9781761637131
-
Author Photo (jpg): Jo Dabrowski Andrew Fisher(0.1 MB)
Any use of an author photo must include its respective photo credit

