I read 18 books in July and reviewed 16 of them. Many of them were aimed at younger readers, as I do get many from Scholastic as well, and this is my focus. Nearly all were Australian authors too, and there was a mix of genres and styles. I’ve also started another book bingo card… Continue reading July 2023 Reading Round Up
Category: humour
Andy and Ghost Boy by Karen Tyrrell
Title: Andy and Ghost Boy Author: Karen Tyrrell Genre: Fiction Publisher: Digital Future Press Published: 22nd July 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 194 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Disaster magnet, Anxious Andy dreams of finding one true friend and his forever school, but how can he when Ghost Boy, his rambunctious friend, sabotages everything? Andy and Ghost Boy trigger… Continue reading Andy and Ghost Boy by Karen Tyrrell
The Dog Squad: The Newshound by Clara Vulliamy
Title: The Dog Squad: The Newshound Author: Clara Vulliamy Genre: Mystery Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 2nd August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 128 Price: $15.99 Synopsis: Three budding journalist friends and their faithful hound uncover top local news stories in this delightful new series about family, friends and DOGS!Eva has always wanted to be a journalist,… Continue reading The Dog Squad: The Newshound by Clara Vulliamy
Hello Twigs, Let’s Find Treasure by Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood
Title: Hello Twigs, Let’s Find Treasure Author: Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood Genre: Humour Publisher: Hardie Grant Published: 2nd August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 48 Price: $10.99 Synopsis: The world is big when you’re a twig! From the best-selling creators of Real Pigeons comes a joyous early graphic novel series that you can read aloud. Ziggy… Continue reading Hello Twigs, Let’s Find Treasure by Andrew McDonald, illustrated by Ben Wood
Hello Twigs, How Are You Feeling? by Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood
Title: Hello Twigs, How Are You Feeling? Author: Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood Genre: Humour Publisher: Hardie Grant Published: 2nd August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 48 Price: $10.99 Synopsis: The world is big when you’re a twig! From the best-selling creators of Real Pigeons comes a joyous early graphic novel series that you can read aloud. Stump… Continue reading Hello Twigs, How Are You Feeling? by Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood
Hello Twigs, Surprise by Andrew McDonald and Ben Woods
Title: Hello Twigs, Surprise Author: Andrew McDonald and Ben Woods Genre: Humour Publisher: Hardie Grant Published: 2nd August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 48 Price: $10.99 Synopsis: From the bestselling creators of Real Pigeons comes a joyous early graphic novel series that you can read aloud. Red is a WILD TWIG who loves giving surprises. So when he… Continue reading Hello Twigs, Surprise by Andrew McDonald and Ben Woods
Jawsome by R.J. Timmis
Title: Jawsome Author: R.J. Timmis Genre: Humour Publisher: Allen and Unwin/Albert Street Press Published: 1st August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 304 Price: $15.99 Synopsis: If you don't like this series you can BITE ME. Jawsome is awesome. "The best graphic novels need to be action-packed with an engaging interplay of text and illustrations. Ideally,… Continue reading Jawsome by R.J. Timmis
The Wish Sisters: The Pet Wish by Allison Rushby
Title: The Wish Sisters: The Pet Wish Author: Allison Rushby Genre: Fantasy Publisher: UQP Published: 4th July 2023 Format: Paperback Pages:108 Price: $12.99 Synopsis: At the Pet Play Date, Flick and her little sister, Birdie, are helping local seniors group The Busybodies raise money for animals in need. There are some special pets waiting to… Continue reading The Wish Sisters: The Pet Wish by Allison Rushby
Edward the Emu 35th Anniversary by Sheena Knowles, illustrated by Rod Clement
Title: Edward the Emu 35th Anniversary Author: Sheena Knowles, illustrated by Rod Clement Genre: Fiction Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 5th July 2023 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $22.99 Synopsis: One of Australia's best-loved classics that is now celebrating its 35th anniversary! Tired of his life as an emu, Edward decides to try being something else… Continue reading Edward the Emu 35th Anniversary by Sheena Knowles, illustrated by Rod Clement
Hamlet Is Not Okay by R.A. Spratt
Title: Hamlet Is Not Okay Author: R.A. Spratt Genre: Fiction, Time Travel Publisher: Penguin Published: 4th July 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Funny, shocking and brilliant: from bestselling author R. A. Spratt, a whip-smart take on Shakespearean moral dilemmas Selby hates homework. She would rather watch TV – anything to escape the… Continue reading Hamlet Is Not Okay by R.A. Spratt
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