A Silly Story Awaits...
Hi there,
This book is ridiculous.
Truly. A tomato appears... and refuses to explain itself.
I made it because life needs more stories that make us laugh for no good reason.
If this book gives you even one silly smile, then it has done exactly what I hoped it would.
Thanks for stopping by.
A debut you can (almost) eat...
Written and illustrated by Charley J Cox and published by Uncloned, There Is A Tomato In My Book is a delightfully silly picture book where absolutely nothing makes sense... until suddenly it does.
Not your average story.
Something's definitely cooking...
Something strange is happening in this book.
First, a tomato appears.
Then flour.
Then an egg.
Then...
Wait.
What are they all doing here?
Nobody explains a thing.
It's all very suspicious.
Until suddenly...
Everything changes.
A playful mystery for curious kids and the grown-ups reading beside them. Expect guessing, giggling... and a sudden craving for pizza.
FIRST EDITION
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60+ copies pre-ordered
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Published by Uncloned
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Printed in Melbourne
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ISBN Registered
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Available Worldwide
Take a peek inside...
You'll Find...
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Big laughs
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Unexpected surprises
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Hand-drawn illustrations full of personality
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A mystery that gets sillier with every page
Perfect For...
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Curious kids aged 2-6 and the grown-ups reading beside them.
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Read-aloud time with belly laughs
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Families who love laughing together
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Thoughtful gifts
The Creator Behind the Tomato
Charley J Cox is an Australian storyteller who loves creating books that surprise, delight, and invite families to laugh together.
She wrote her first children’s story in 2005 and never quite let go of the dream of publishing one.
There Is A Tomato In My Book is the first title published under Uncloned. Uncloned is Charley's independent publishing label, dedicated to creating original books made with intention.
She hopes this is the kind of book that's read so often it falls apart.
Pre-Order Your Copy
Reserve your signed first-edition copy today.
FIRST EDITION
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Signed by Charley J Cox
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Printed in Melbourne
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Packed with love (and maybe a rogue crumb)
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60+ copies already reserved
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Estimated dispatch: September
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Ships to Australia, NZ, USA, Canada & UK
If your country is not listed and you would like a copy, please email hello@charleyjcox.com.au
Signed First Edition
- Signed, limited first-print copy.
Why Pre-Order?
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Reserve a signed first-edition copy.
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Help bring an independent picture book to life.
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Be among the first to enjoy the story.
Secure checkout | Signed first edition | Ships when printed
Help Put This Book Into Children's Hands
Sponsor an author visit where every child leaves with a signed copy of There Is A Tomato In My Book to take home and treasure.
Your company logo will be recognised on the back of the book, on the packaging, and during every sponsored author visit.
Together we can create unforgettable reading experiences while helping every child leave with a book of their own.
School sponsorship packages can be tailored to suit your organisation.
Interested in sponsoring a school? We'd love to hear from you: hello@charleyjcox.com.au
Corporate Sponsorship
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Company logo on sponsored books
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Recognition during sponsored author visits
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Recognition on website
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Social media acknowledgement
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Tax invoice
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The opportunity to help every child take home a book of their own
Book An Author Visit
Available for schools, kindergartens and libraries across Australia.
Charley J Cox is an actor, author and storyteller who loves inspiring young readers through interactive author visits.
Every child will:
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Meet Charley J Cox
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Enjoy a live reading of There Is A Tomato In My Book
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Laugh, guess and join the story
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Ask questions
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Take home a signed copy
Designed to encourage literacy, imagination, creativity and a lifelong love of books.
Creative Workshops for Older Students
Charley also presents engaging sessions on:
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Writing picture books
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Creativity
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Independent publishing
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Building ideas into finished books
Perfect For:
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Kindergartens
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Primary Schools
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Libraries
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Children's Festivals
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Community Events
Sessions can be tailored to different year levels and group sizes.
Ready to plan an author visit? We'd love to hear from you: hello@charleyjcox.com.au
Know Someone Who'd Love This Book?
If this book made you smile, share it with a parent, grandparent, teacher or friend.
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Thank You!
Because of readers like you, this little tomato will make children laugh for years to come.
Independent Publishing Label | Est. 2026
Original books. Made with intention.
Uncloned is an independent publishing label for original stories, poems and creative work made with intention—celebrating wonder, curiosity and fearless creativity.
Every book is created with the hope that it will be loved, shared and read until it falls apart.