The Making of Martha Mayfield

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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.

About The Author

Andrew Fisher

Jo Dabrowski is a children’s author and bookseller who is passionate about children’s literacy. Her titles include the middle-grade novel Get Your Act Together, Doris Kozlowski, (shortlisted for the 2024 Readings Prize) and The Making of Martha Mayfield (CBCA Notable 2026), as well as the hugely popular picture book, Dear Broccoli (CBCA Shortlist 2026). Jo lives in Melbourne with her husband and two boys in a very colourful house filled with books.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Affirm Kids (August 26, 2025)
  • Length: 304 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781761637131
  • Ages: 9 - 12

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'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.'

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