Mermaid and Merbird (en Inglés) - Heather Anne Gordon

When the balance between land, sea, and sky begins to falter, the natural world calls for help.

Beneath the ocean's shimmering surface, Marilana the mermaid feels the reef weakening, choked by a spreading algal bloom. High above, Tulyu the red rosella senses the forest fading, its rhythms disrupted by drought, fire, and human impact. Though they belong to different worlds, their paths are drawn together in a moment of recognition that will change everything.

Guided by ancient wisdom and a shared purpose, Marilana and Tulyu form an unlikely alliance. Through song, intuition, and connection, they begin to understand that healing cannot come from one realm alone. Sea and sky must work together. And so must the humans who live between them.

As the crisis deepens, their message becomes urgent. Not through force, but through quiet influence, they reach into human hearts and dreams, reminding people of their place within the living systems of Earth.

Mermaid and Merbird is a lyrical and thought-provoking eco-fable that blends myth with contemporary environmental themes. Set against the backdrop of a changing Australian landscape and seascape, it invites readers of all ages to reflect on their relationship with nature and the power of small, collective actions.