In the latest 'Cover to Cover' series, we sit down with biologist and writer Danielle Clode to talk about her new book, KOALA.

Fuelled by her biologist’s background and deep curiosity, Danielle Clode delves into the world of koalas to discover what’s behind the sweet face on thousands of postcards. From their megafaunal ancestors to the disastrous effects of colonisation, from remarkable conservation success in the 1920s to the devastating bushfires of 2019–2020, Clode tells the story of koalas and their complex relationship with humans. Sharing the latest scientific insights and myth-busting facts, all woven through Clode’s award-winning storytelling, Koala takes readers up into the trees to reveal the truth about this extraordinary animal and what must be done to ensure its survival. 

Watch the Cover to Cover interview via the Black Inc Books Youtube Channel

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Koala: A Life in Trees by Danielle Clode 

An immersive, entertaining journey into the hidden life of the koala, revealing what life is really like up in the trees

‘The tree-dwelling koala is one of Australia's most iconic species, yet it is threatened by habitat loss. Danielle Clode, a natural storyteller, has written an insightful book that deepens our understanding of this fascinating animal and highlights the urgency of its survival.’ —Peter Wohlleben, author of The Hidden Life of Trees