Nothing But Oranges is a playful picture book by Heath McKenzie about Mr O, who wants only one thing: an orange. Mr A knows where to find some, but the search quickly turns into a funny exchange of expectations, disappointment and stubborn preferences, as the characters discover that getting “nothing but oranges” may not be as simple as it sounds. With bold graphic illustrations, bright colour contrast and a simple comic structure, the book works as an early children’s story about fruit, choice, frustration, problem-solving and looking carefully at what is right in front of you. Its direct language and expressive characters make it suitable for young readers who enjoy visual humour, repetition and small misunderstandings that grow into a larger joke.
Author: Heath McKenzie
Publisher: Lake Press
Publication year: 2017
Number of pages: 24
Target age: 3–6