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QBD Reading Challenge 2025 Completed

Ashleigh

I didn’t think I would complete this within the first three months of the year, but there you go! Given there were a few like the translated book I wasn’t sure what I would get to – I ended up having quite a few options for that one. Others I had decided to fill as… Continue reading QBD Reading Challenge 2025 Completed

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April 2025 Reading Round Up

Ashleigh

In April, between reviewing and other reading, I read 27 books, and most of them were Australian, which is a goal I have to help promote Australian authors and their books. I read quite a wide range of genres, audiences and styles to help me reach my challenges and goals. It’s always interesting to see… Continue reading April 2025 Reading Round Up

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This Dream Will Devour Us by Emma Clancey

Ashleigh

Title: This Dream Will Devour Us Author: Emma Clancey Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th April 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 384 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: An intoxicating mix of magic and the machinations of the rich and powerful creates a compulsive, bingeable read for readers who love Krystal Sutherland and Karen McManus. 'Dark, deadly… Continue reading This Dream Will Devour Us by Emma Clancey

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Dymocks Reading Challenge Volume 1:  January to April Completed

Ashleigh

I have completed the first stage of my Dymocks Reading Challenge for 2025. Volume one had nine prompts, and I managed to fill all of them, though I admit the Top 101 prompt is getting harder every year, mostly due to the proliferation of series, and overly popular books being on there. To tackle this,… Continue reading Dymocks Reading Challenge Volume 1:  January to April Completed

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Poppy’s Monster by Shelly Higgs and Francesca Costa

Ashleigh

Title: Poppy’s Monster Author: Shelly Higgs, illustrated by Francesca Costa Genre: Fiction Publisher: Starfish Bay Published: 5th February 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Poppy’s anxiety monster is making her miserable until one day she realises her monster might just be frightened too. Poppy’s very brave, but often she gets scared and needs… Continue reading Poppy’s Monster by Shelly Higgs and Francesca Costa

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Me and You by Ellie Royce

Ashleigh

Title: Me and You Author: Ellie Royce Genre: Fiction Publisher: Ford Street Publishing Published: 1st March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $27.95 Synopsis: Come and join in on a day of joyful discovery, where treasured memories are made, connection is celebrated, and sharing love is as simple as holding hands. A gently humorous book… Continue reading Me and You by Ellie Royce

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March 2025 Reading Round Up

Ashleigh

In March I read thirty-two books between reviewing and other reading, to keep on top of things as much as I could. I have been trying not to fall behind on anything, and I managed to review for my blog and a few other places. I still have some books to read and review, but… Continue reading March 2025 Reading Round Up

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Clutterbugs by Maura Pierlot, illustrated by Maya Bora

Ashleigh

Title: Clutterbugs Author: Maura Pierlot, illustrated by Maya Bora Genre: Fiction Publisher: Big Ideas Press Published:  1st April 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $26.99 Synopsis: Join the quirky clutterbugs on a zany adventure that inspires responsibility, environmental awareness and creativity, while exploring the true meaning of friendship and gift-giving. When Steff can’t find Jay’… Continue reading Clutterbugs by Maura Pierlot, illustrated by Maya Bora

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Ariana Treasure: The Secret Ingredient by Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern, illustrated by Karen Erasmus

Ashleigh

Title: Ariana Treasure: The Secret Ingredient Author: Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern, illustrated by Karen Erasmus Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Wombat Books Published: 5th March 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 50 Price: $10.99 Synopsis: Join Ariana at the Treasure Chest – come and find the secret ingredient. Ariana is excited for the food truck competition.Her friends Hunter and Jake… Continue reading Ariana Treasure: The Secret Ingredient by Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern, illustrated by Karen Erasmus

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Ariana Treasure: The Missing Book by Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern

Ashleigh

Title: Ariana Treasure: The Missing Book Author: Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Wombat-Rhiza Published: 5th March 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 50 Price: $10.99 Synopsis: Join Ariana at the Treasure Chest – the best thrift shop in town! Ariana is excited to hear there is a new kid in town.She can’t wait to show him… Continue reading Ariana Treasure: The Missing Book by Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern