Penguin the Magpie: The Odd Little Bird Who Saved a Family - Hardcover

Cameron Bloom began his career as a surf photographer at the age of fifteen. Since then his editorial and travel images have been featured in many international publications. Cameron is also the award-winning cinematographer of Surrender, which was screened at the London Art Fair.

Bradley Trevor Greive became a publishing sensation after the release of The Blue Day Book in 2000. He has since sold more than 25 million books in over a hundred countries. In 2014 he was awarded the Order of Australia for his service to literature and wildlife conservation.

"PENGUIN THE MAGPIE is a triumph that will make your heart soar." Author: Sy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus

"A unique and remarkable insight into a family dealing with tragedy and finding their way through it with love, courage, and hope."

  Author: Naomi Watts

"A gorgeous book." Source: Good Housekeeping

"Exquisite beyond words." Source: Goodreads

“A breath-taking book. Beautiful in content, spectacular in photos. The connections that Sam and her family make through love reveal a triumph of the human and of the bird spirit. A spectacular, uplifting and exquisitely beautiful book.” Author: Lynne Cox, author of Grayson and Swimming in the Sink

“Animals can be such loyal friends! Caring and bonding are ancient animal traits indeed, which we share with other species. This is a remarkable story of human suffering and a rescued bird who returns the love she received.” Author: Frans de Waal, author of Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are?

"This beautiful, profound, life-changing book carries the message that wild birds have a depth of emotion, intelligence, individuality, and personality with which they can communicate empathetically and profoundly with people. I find myself returning to this healing story again and again to marvel at and be inspired by the gorgeous souls of Penguin the Magpie and her human family." Author: Stacey O'Brien, author of Wesley the Owl

 "A wonderful story of the interconnections that are possible between wild animals and people and the vital role that nature plays in human life and healing." Author: Bernd Heinrich, author of Mind of the Raven

“From the instant Penguin tumbles from her nest down to the pavement, this book embodies the discovery of how another being can bring new depth and meaning to our lives, even in the darkest times.Through nuanced photographs and unassuming prose, it reveals an insight both familiar and fantastical—hope and healing are within our grasp when we look beyond ourselves.” Author: Vint Virga, DVM, author of The Soul of All Living Creatures

"Written from the heart and exquisitely illustrated with striking photographs, Penguin the Magpie is an emotional journey from the depth of adversity to the height of accomplishment. Traversing this rugged ground reveals the world of a special bird and her connection to a family unwilling to fail. Laid bare are the mutual and life-changing bonds that form between birds and people." Author: John M. Marzluff, author of Gifts of the Crow and Welcome to Subirdia