Tim Bristow with some of his East Fremantle teammates and children at the launch of his new book.
Camera IconTim Bristow with some of his East Fremantle teammates and children at the launch of his new book. Credit: Supplied/Georga McMullen

Billy the Brilliant: East Fremantle forward Tim Bristow releases children’s book

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To celebrate the launch of his book, Bristow was joined by teammates Jamie McNamara, Matthew Jupp, Mitchell Boyle, Jim Bristow, Andrew Steven and Brett Peake.

The footballers delighted local children by signing autographs, kicking a football and inspiring them to be the best they can be on and off the field.

“Billy is an adventurous young boy who wants to be a magician but finds out that sometimes when you lose something you love, it can also inspire you to achieve great things,” Bristow said.

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He hoped his book would inspire children to follow their dreams.

“At the very least I hope the story puts a few smiles on a few faces and helps kids believe that everything and anything is possible,” he said.

The book is illustrated by Bristow’s partner Natalie Martin and features OpenDyslexic font to assist challenged readers.

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