Title: Alex: Through My Eyes – Australian Disaster Zones Author: Rosanne Hawke, series editor Lyn White Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 240 Price: $18.99 Synopsis: A captivating and heartfelt story of one boy's resilience in the face of devastating drought. Alex sighs at the dusty brown landscape.… Continue reading Alex: Through My Eyes – Australian Disaster Zones by Rosanne Hawke, series editor Lyn White
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Lily Halfmoon: The Magic Gems by Xavier Bonet
Title: Lily Halfmoon: The Magic Gems Author: Xavier Bonet Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 80 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: A magical graphic novel about a secret school of witches, animal guardians and magical gemstones from an international comic artist! 'Witches and Wizards, Sorcerers and Enchanters, by the magic granted… Continue reading Lily Halfmoon: The Magic Gems by Xavier Bonet
Dragon Games: The Frozen Sea by Maddy Mara
Title: Dragon Games: The Frozen Sea Author: Maddy Mara Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st August 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 144 Price: $14.99 Synopsis: Team Dragon is back! This time Luca, Yazmine and Zane have landed in the icy region of North Gelida. Here they must navigate giant frozen waves and outrun a hungry… Continue reading Dragon Games: The Frozen Sea by Maddy Mara
July 2023 Reading Round Up
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
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, Time to Paint by Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood
Title: Hello Twigs, Time to Paint 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. Noodle isn’t… Continue reading Hello Twigs, Time to Paint 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 Book Muse 