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Berani by Michelle Kadarusman

Title: Berani Author: Michelle Kadarusman Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st November Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Malia, Ari and Ginger's three distinct voices are interwoven to tell the story of Ginger Juice, an orangutan kept captive in a cage in this powerful and uplifting novel suitable for readers of The One… Continue reading Berani by Michelle Kadarusman

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The Turnkey by Allison Rushby

Title: The Turnkey Author: Allison Rushby Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery Publisher: Walker Books Published: 1st March 2017 Format: Paperback Pages: 256 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: History and mystery wrapped in a thrilling supernatural plot, The Turnkey is perfect for kids aged 9+. Flossie Birdwhistle is the Turnkey at London’s Highgate Cemetery. As Turnkey, Flossie must ensure all the… Continue reading The Turnkey by Allison Rushby

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October 2022 Round Up

In October, I read about nineteen books, and some I didn’t review, others I did. I have been busy with a few other things so didn’t read as many as I had hoped, but I am getting through my review books, however, as I’ve been busy with a few other things. Any reviews for review… Continue reading October 2022 Round Up

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The Courage of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt

Title: The Courage of Magnolia Moon Author: Edwina Wyatt Genre: Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Published: 3rd November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 160 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Magnolia Moon is very good at finding courage. And when you’ve fought with your best friend and your grandma is sick, it will take great courage to find a way… Continue reading The Courage of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt

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Ella at Eden #8: The Shadow Pony by Laura Sieveking

Title: Ella at Eden #8: The Shadow Pony Author: Laura Sieveking Genre: Fiction Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st October 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 192 Price: $15.99 Synopsis: When the Eden College equestrian team need an extra member, Ella volunteers. She hasn’t ridden much, but she loves horses and wants to support her best friend, Zoe.… Continue reading Ella at Eden #8: The Shadow Pony by Laura Sieveking

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Amazing Animal Journeys by Jennifer Cossins

Title: Amazing Animal Journeys Author: Jennifer Cossins Genre: Non-fiction Publisher: Hachette Australia/Lothian Published: 26th October 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 60 Price: $26.99 Synopsis: A beautifully illustrated title chock-full of fascinating animal facts from our bestselling, CBCA award-winning Tasmanian children's author/illustrator, Jennifer Cossins, that focuses on 25 animal species from Australia and around the world with… Continue reading Amazing Animal Journeys by Jennifer Cossins

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Polly and Buster: The Search for the Silver Witch by Sally Rippin

Title: Polly and Buster: The Search for the Silver Witch Author: Sally Rippin Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Hardie Grant Egmont Published:  1st June 2019 Format: Hardcover Pages: 304 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Polly and Buster have always believed that witches and monsters can be friends, but it seems no one else agrees. While the witches are furious and… Continue reading Polly and Buster: The Search for the Silver Witch by Sally Rippin

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Time of My Life by Myf Warhurst

Title: Time of My Life Author: Myf Warhurst Genre: Memoir Publisher: Hachette Australia Published: 28th September 2022 Format: Paperback Pages:300 Price: $34.99 Synopsis: From the much-loved Myf Warhurst comes a captivating and joyous memoir of wisdom, humour and heart that unleashes the music within us all We all have a soundtrack to our lives, songs… Continue reading Time of My Life by Myf Warhurst

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Tilda by Sue Whiting

Title: Tilda Author: Sue Whiting Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Published: 7th September 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 272 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: L.M. Montgomery meets Ruth Park in a story of friendship, hope and resilience. You have a big heart. And people blessed with a big heart have a choice to make. Do they fill… Continue reading Tilda by Sue Whiting

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The Book of Wondrous Possibilities by Deborah Abela

Title: The Book of Wondrous Possibilities Author: Deborah Abela Genre: Fantasy/Magical Realism Publisher: Puffin Published: 2nd August 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 288 Price: $!6.99 Synopsis: From bestselling author Deborah Abela, comes a middle grade adventure for 8-12-year-old heroes (even if they don’t know it yet). Arlo Goodman lives with his Uncle Avery in a run-down… Continue reading The Book of Wondrous Possibilities by Deborah Abela