Title: The Night Tiger Author: Sherryl Clark and Hannah Sommerville Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd March 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A beautiful, evocative picture book about the sense of wonder that comes with conquering a fear of the dark. Perfect bedtime reading for little children with big imaginations… Continue reading The Night Tiger by Sherryl Clark and Hannah Sommerville
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Dog Stayed by Tammy Forster, illustrated by Margeaux Davis
Title: Dog Stayed Author: Tammy Forster, illustrated by Margeaux Davis Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd March 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A tale of love, loyalty and the changing seasons of life. Mr Hindbottom does not want Dog, but Dog isn't going anywhere ... A heartwarming story about two… Continue reading Dog Stayed by Tammy Forster, illustrated by Margeaux Davis
Alice-Miranda in Japan by Jacqueline Harvey
Title: Alice-Miranda in Japan Author: Jacqueline Harvey Genre: Fiction/Mystery Publisher: Puffin Australia Published: 17th September 2019/3rd February 2014 Format: Paperback Pages: 352 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Travel, treasure and trickery in bustling Tokyo. When Alice-Miranda, Millie and Jacinta travel to Japan during the school holidays, they are in for a fascinating treat. Dolly Oliver, the family… Continue reading Alice-Miranda in Japan by Jacqueline Harvey
Poster Boys by Scott Woodward
Title: Poster Boys Author: Scott Woodward Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Lothian Published: 24th February 2026 Format: Paperback Pages: 360 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: A jock, a try-hard and a space cadet. Highview Grammar will rue the day it put 'History' on the curriculum - because this unlikely trio is starting a revolution. Edward Heffernan wants one thing:… Continue reading Poster Boys by Scott Woodward
Dymocks Reading Challenge February: Fall in Love With Stories
New month, new set of prompts. Three new prompts that have a Valentine’s Day theme, but where I can use whatever book works for these prompts. I’ve already decided on my Meet Cute book, and just need to read it. I am hoping the other two will be filled in by some of the great… Continue reading Dymocks Reading Challenge February: Fall in Love With Stories
Alice-Miranda Shines Bright by Jacqueline Harvey
Title: Alice-Miranda Shines Bright Author: Jacqueline Harvey Genre: Mystery/Fiction Publisher: Puffin Published: 16th July 2019/1st September 2013 Format: Paperback Pages: 336 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Mysteries abound and Alice-Miranda is on the case. Alice-Miranda and Millie have made a dazzling discovery in the woodlands near their school. They vow to keep the secret to themselves, but… Continue reading Alice-Miranda Shines Bright by Jacqueline Harvey
January 2026 Reading Round-Up
This year, I am working on balancing my review books with my other reading, so I can get through some of the books I have been wanting to read for a while. In January, I managed to read all my review books for the beginning of 2026, and some reviews are still coming, and there… Continue reading January 2026 Reading Round-Up
Pirate Academy: Missing at Sea by Justin Somper
Title: Pirate Academy: Missing at Sea Author: Justin Somper Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd February 2026 Format: Paperback Pages:256 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: A weekend's adventure at sea turns into a terrifying test of true mettle for Jasmine, Jacoby and Neo, and the rest of the Pirate Academy crew in this fast-paced and… Continue reading Pirate Academy: Missing at Sea by Justin Somper
Alice-Miranda in Paris by Jacqueline Harvey
Title: Alice-Miranda in Paris Author: Jacqueline Harvey Genre: Fiction/Mystery Publisher: Puffin Published: 16th July 2019/1st March 2013 Format: Paperback Pages: 336 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Très chic sightseeing, singing and fashion in Paris! Alice-Miranda and her friends are in Paris with a group of teachers from Winchesterfield-Downsfordvale and the Fayle School for Boys. The students have… Continue reading Alice-Miranda in Paris by Jacqueline Harvey
A Light on the Rocks by Helen Edwards
Title: A Light on the Rocks Author: Helen Edwards Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: Riveted Press Published: 28th January 2026 Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: In 1859, fourteen-year-old Daisy is travelling on the SS Admella from Adelaide to Melbourne, when the steamship is wrecked on a submerged reef near Cape Banks, in what became… Continue reading A Light on the Rocks by Helen Edwards
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