Category: Junior Fiction

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Our Dance by Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, illustrated by Janelle Burger

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Title: Our Dance Author: Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, illustrated by Janelle Burger Genre: Indigenous Culture Publisher: Hachette/Lothian Published: 30th April 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Under the moon, by the big gum tree,let's dance and sing in the corroboree.With ochre on our bodies, Our dance awaits,Our mob, Our culture, let's celebrate.Join… Continue reading Our Dance by Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, illustrated by Janelle Burger

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My Cousins, My World by Sharara Attai and Michelle Pereira

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Title: My Cousins, My World Author: Sharara Attai and Michelle Pereira Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th April 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A lyrical, vibrant picture book celebrating the rich and unbreakable bonds we share with our cousins. I have more cousins than I can count on my fingers and toes.Quiet… Continue reading My Cousins, My World by Sharara Attai and Michelle Pereira

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Poppy’s Monster by Shelly Higgs and Francesca Costa

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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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Books for ANZAC Day

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ANZAC Day is coming up next Friday, and it marks two significant anniversaries: 110 years since the landing at Gallipoli of the first ANZACS, and 80 years since the end of World War Two, as well as commemorating all who have served Australia in war. The following list of books are about the ANZACS and… Continue reading Books for ANZAC Day

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2024 Aurealis finalists

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​Yesterday, the shortlist for this year’s Aurealis Awards, which is in its 30th year, was announced. It covers fantasy, horror and science fiction across novels, short stories, adult, children’s and young adult categories. I have read quite a few in some categories, whilst for others, this is the first time they have come to my… Continue reading 2024 Aurealis finalists

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Me and You by Ellie Royce

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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

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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

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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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ASLA DANZ CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD 2025 SHORTLISTS ARE ANNOUNCED

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Awards season is heating up with lots of long lists and short lists coming in over the next few months. The latest short list announcement is the ASLA DANZ Children’s Book Award, which is voted for by children and young adults. Congratulations to those who have made the shortlist and thank you to the wonderful… Continue reading ASLA DANZ CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD 2025 SHORTLISTS ARE ANNOUNCED

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Frog Squad: Sink or Swim by Kate and Jol Temple, illustrated by Shiloh Gordon

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Title: Frog Squad: Sink or Swim Author: Kate and Jol Temple, illustrated by Shiloh Gordon Genre: Humour Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 2nd April 2025 Format: Paperback Pages:  144 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Step into a top-secret world where frogs don't just eat flies, they eat danger! This is FROG SQUAD! Frog Squad dives into the treacherous… Continue reading Frog Squad: Sink or Swim by Kate and Jol Temple, illustrated by Shiloh Gordon