The Ever-Standing Tree

Over the protests of his kids, Dad cuts down a tree to get 'a better view' - only for a chorus of birds and insects to put it back together overnight. The battle of wills between the blade and nature goes on until Dad finally sees the light and comes to love the tree. Told in Maori and English, this lovingly illustrated story resets the beloved myth of Rata and the Tree in a modern setting, encouraging readers to consider traditions, tikanga and respect for nature. The Ever-standing Tree/Te Rakau Tu Tonu follows on from Tim Tipene's successful picture books Maui – Sun Catcher/Te Kaihao i te Ra and Rona Moon/Ko Rona Mahina, both Storylines Notable Book Award winners.

Tim Tipene (Ngāti Kurī, Te Uri-o-Hau, Ngāti Whātua) is a pioneering youth counsellor and an award-winning author of children’s books, including Kura Toa Warrior School and Rona Moon. Tim lives in Rānui, West Auckland. 

Ani Huia Ligaliga (Ngāti Kahungunu, Ngāi Tamanuhiri, Ngāti Rongomaiwahine) is an artist and illustrator. She studied art at Brigham Young University, Hawaii. Ani lives in Hamilton. 

Kanapu Rangitauira (Te Arawa, Ngāti Porou, Te Whakatōhea) is a registered translator and teacher of te reo. He lives in Rotoiti, Rotorua. 

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