Nova 93.7’s long-running breakfast trio Nathan Morris, Nat Locke and Shaun McManus are stepping outside the studio and onto the page, releasing their first children’s book, What If?… We Wrote A Book, in collaboration with Telethon.
The book will be officially launched on Thursday, 22 August, with a live broadcast of Nathan, Nat & Shaun from Brentwood Primary School, marking Book Week 2025.
Following the launch, the book will be available for purchase via the Telethon website, with 100% of proceeds supporting children and families in need across Western Australia.
A new chapter for Perth’s top-rated breakfast show
Best known for their quick wit and loyal following, the trio behind Nathan, Nat & Shaun have spent more than 15 years bringing humour and conversation to Perth mornings. Now, they’re using their storytelling in a different format, crafting a story aimed at young readers.
“When someone suggested we write a book, I assumed they meant colouring one in. But here we are, published authors!” said McManus. “We somehow jammed our wild imaginations into a single story, and if it makes kids giggle and helps support WA families and Telethon, then that’s a win.”
Illustrated by Bridget Acreman, What If?… We Wrote A Book blends original characters, surreal twists and a playful tone, elements that will feel familiar to longtime listeners of the show.
“Look, we talk a lot of nonsense on the radio, so we thought, why not put that nonsense in a book?” said Locke. “It’s got a dog with an appetite problem, a footy-obsessed kid and a vampire bat, so it’s basically Shaun’s autobiography!”
Supporting a long-standing cause
All profits from the book will be donated to Telethon, which enters its 58th year in 2025. The fundraising initiative supports a wide range of services, research programs and organisations dedicated to improving the lives of sick, vulnerable and disadvantaged children across Western Australia.
Nathan, Nat & Shaun have previously supported Telethon through various campaigns and events.
The book represents an extension of that commitment, using their platform and public profile to engage younger audiences while raising money for a cause they’ve backed for years.