Stand Up, Stand Out is a children's picture book written by Joel Pilgrim & illustrated by Mitch Revs, which explores the world of mental health and well-being for young people. When Parry decides to dress up in fancy dress and head to the beach, even he’s surprised by what comes next… Join Parry and Tuey on their exciting adventures of self-discovery. An inspiring story which helps young people adjust to the world around them, this book takes the reader on a fun-filled journey, depicted through stunning illustrations, with one powerful message - it's OK to be different. About Parry: Parry the parrot is the main character of the book, and is based on Grant Trebilco, the Founder of OneWave (www.onewaveisallittakes.com / @onewaveisallittakes). Grant's story is one of triumph in adversity, where following a diagnosis of bipolar disorder, he used surfing a a key to his mental health recovery. In 2013, he decided to go surfing in fancy dress to start conversations about mental health, which evidently kickstarted a global movement called Fluro Friday. Get in touch with Grant to hear his incredible story at your school or workplace. www.granttrebilco.com @granttrebilco About the author: Joel Pilgrim is a mental health Occupational Therapist and has worked with Grant and OneWave for the last 4 years in changing the conversation surrounding mental health. He is now CEO of the Waves of Wellness (WOW) Foundation (www.foundationwow.org).Joel is a keen surfer and advocate for the freedom and healing abilities of nature and the outdoors. www.joelpilgrim.com @joelpilgrim About the Illustrator: Mitch Revs is a proud Novocastrian, working full-time as a freelance artist. Mitch has had the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across Australia and America, with his powerful imagery and signature style. He’s well known for his colourful cartoon caricatures and bright beachside scenes - most of which are a reflection of his lifestyle. www.mitchrevs.com @mitchrevs