A little coastal world for children & their grown-ups

RAFFY’S PICTURE BOOKS

Take a little of
Raffy’s world home.

Four coastal adventures to share. Each book is a complete story and can be read in any order. Choose any one, any combination or enjoy all four. You don’t need to read the other books first. Signed copies of Books 1 and 2 are also available from James.

Raffy and the Tangled Line — book cover

BOOK 1 · AVAILABLE NOW

Raffy and the Tangled Line

A coastal discovery becomes a shared challenge. Raffy and his friends must notice, listen and use their different abilities to help Tia.

A picture-book adventure for shared reading, especially with children aged 4–7. Available now in paperback and Kindle ebook.

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Raffy's First Wave cover: Raffy rides a little wave beside Dazza the dolphin

BOOK 2 · AVAILABLE NOW

Raffy’s First Wave

Raffy knows his mud. But a wave is a slide that moves underneath you!

When his first surfing adventure leaves him wobbly and disappointed, Sarge helps him practise at home and Dazza stays beside him for another little try. A story of muddy mishaps, small steps and friends who make room for you.

Available now in paperback and Kindle ebook.

Read a little preview

Meet Sarge and Dazza in the free mini stories

Meet Sarge in Raffy and the Wake-Up Squad and Dazza in Willa and the Big Splash. These free stories are extra adventures; you can enjoy the new book without reading them first.

Try a friendly Oceanese hello

Raffy and the Hidden World book cover

BOOK 3 · AVAILABLE NOW

Raffy and the Hidden World

Join Raffy, Maya and three curious dogs for yoga, friendship and the tiny discoveries waiting all around them.

Available now in paperback and Kindle ebook.

Read a little preview of Hidden World →

A free story to share: Raffy and the Very Fast Visitor →
An extra adventure to enjoy alongside Raffy and the Hidden World. You can enjoy either story on its own.

Raffy and the Walking Shell book cover

BOOK 4 · AVAILABLE NOW

Raffy and the Walking Shell

A shell moves when everyone thinks it is sitting still. When Raffy and his friends slow down, they find a shy new friend and a whole world of little wonders.

This adventure introduces Pip and Scribbles. Discover Pip’s intricate patterns in the sand and Scribbles’ swirling ink drawings, which keep changing as they drift through the water.

A story about making room for new friends, slowing down and noticing, and leaving nature as you found it.

Available now in paperback and Kindle ebook.

A copy signed for your reader

DIRECT FROM JAMES

A copy signed for your reader

A paperback copy of Raffy and the Tangled Line, signed by James Shang with a short handwritten message. A lovely keepsake for a birthday, a special occasion or just because.

A$24.95 including standard worldwide postage.

Posted within 5 business days. Delivery time is additional.

At checkout, add the dedication you would like and an optional occasion. Leave those fields blank for a signature only. Please check spelling carefully and avoid private details such as dates of birth.

One book per checkout. Grown-ups, please place the order.

Order my signed copy — A$24.95

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Raffy’s First Wave, signed for your little reader

A paperback signed by James Shang, with a short handwritten message if you would like one.

A$24.95 including standard worldwide postage. Posted within 5 business days of your confirmed order. Delivery time is additional.

Order my signed First Wave — A$24.95

Continue to Stripe’s secure checkout to enter your delivery details and pay. Add an optional dedication and occasion, or leave both fields blank for a signature only.

A few helpful ordering details

What does personalised mean?

Your paperback is signed by James, with an optional short handwritten dedication. The printed story and character names stay the same.

Where do signed copies ship?

Signed copies of both Raffy and the Tangled Line and Raffy’s First Wave are A$24.95 each, including standard worldwide postage. Choose your delivery country at checkout.

When will my book arrive?

Signed copies are posted within 5 business days of your confirmed order. Postal delivery time is additional.

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Try Raffy’s world together

Enjoy free mini stories and printable colouring sheets, or join Raffy’s updates for the free Travel Pack.