Description
The Platypus Whisperer
New release children’s book by Gary Campbell.
This fabulous Album has 5 stories and is receiving rave reviews
In the Platypus Whisperer find out who makes the best fish and chips in the land of Moronia? Why would mad scientists want to send dinosaurs to the Moon? What lurks beneath the murky waters of an Australian billabong and feasts on sultana cake? And what happens to socks in the dead of night? If you want to know the answer to these and other ridiculous questions, get this wonderful album The Platypus Whisperer. But be warned! You might laugh so hard your tummy will be sore!
READ THE PLATYPUS WHISPERER TO THEM OR LET THEM READ IT THEMSELVES
You know what I remember most from my childhood? My mum reading to me every single night. Even when she was dead tired from work. Even when I asked for the same book for the 50th time (sorry, Mum!).
Those 15-20 minutes? They’re yours. No phones. No distractions. Just you, your kid, and a story. Trust me, they’ll remember this stuff when they’re 40.
## **Books Are Like Personal Trainers for Imagination**
When kids watch something on a screen, the images are all there for them. Done and dusted. But with a book? Oh man, their brains have to work! They’re imagining what the characters look like, what their voices sound like, how that magical forest smells. Open ideas with Platypus Whisperer
It’s like a gym workout for their imagination, books get those creative juices flowing in ways screens just can’t.
## **The Practical Stuff (Because Someone Always Asks)**
Alright, let’s get down to brass tacks:
– **Better attention spans** – kids who get read to can actually sit still and focus (miracle!)
– **Doing better at school** – seriously, the research on this is mind-blowing
– **Less tantrums at bedtime** – make it part of the routine and boom, easier bedtimes
– **Cheaper than therapy later** – kidding! (sort of…)
## **Start Where You Are**
Look, I get it. Life’s busy. You’re tired. The dishes are piling up. But here’s my advice – just start with 5 minutes.
Go on . Get one now
10% of the profit from this sale will be donated to Childhood Cancer Association. SA
Delivery 10-14 Business days but once it is dispatched we have no control over the carrier for delivery. Please note if you have multiple items they may arrive in separate deliveries.
Disclaimer: The prices and availability were correct at time of publishing. We do our best to supply what you order. If the product is not available for any reason you will either receive a similar product of same or greater value or a full refund. We take no responsibility for damage in transit, delay in supply or colour discrepancies due to varying monitors you might use. We do not refund for change of mind














admin9 –
The first thing that intrigued me was the title of this book. It is certainly eye catching.
I am an avid reader and really appreciate good stories backed by interesting illustrations and this story book fills that description brilliantly.
All of the stories are fascinating and hold your interest right till the end . They are filled with very interesting characters, whose names Gary dragged up from his vivid imagination.
Anyone who purchases this book is in for a treat as they wander through imaginary situations.
Congratulations to Gary and Trevor for his illustrations, presenting a wonderful set of stories, capable of interesting people of all age groups. I sincerely hope he decides to pen follow ups.
Deacon Gary and Nita Stokes
Port Pirie
02/01/2026
admin9 –
From all the books we have my granddaughter chose Gary’s book to read at when she visited at Christmas time . She loved it
Kathy
Adelaide
5/1 2025
admin9 –
Gary Campbell’s “The Platypus Whisperer and Other Stories” is highly entertaining. The stories are quirky, the character names hilarious, they will keep children entertained for hours. They will recognise fairytale images, while loving the modern folk and their adventures. I am sure that anyone who reads this book will enjoy it.
Andrew P.
Jan 2026
admin9 –
When I first heard some of the stories read out loud by Gary at the book launch I was really mesmerised with the detail .and I could easily visualise the stories . . They are fun for so many ages.
Dawn
Adelaide
01/01/2025
admin9 –
Love this site! ( playfulplatypus.com.au) Always something new. Paintings, unusual jigsaws or taking us back to the art of reading. I gave ‘The Platypus Whisperer and Other Stories’ book to my Grandson for Christmas and he loves it! Keep your eye on the next ‘chapters’. Thankyou
Paulette
Ottoway. SA
5/1/26
admin9 –
Recently my wife and I attended the Launch of Gary’s book The Platypus Whisperer. Hearing some of it read was great experience. and having 5 books in one album is great value. Wee loved the cover and the illustrations as well
Josh and Jenny
Port Pirie
06/01/2026
admin9 –
I got some books from The Playful Platypus and my grandkids really loved them. They were light hearted funny and had a beautiful message. Thank you we love your books
Sue A
Adelaide
Jan 15th 2026