Title: Shmoof Author: Heidi McKinnon Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st July 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: A dog makes a great best friend... unless you are a cat! An adorable picture book from the author of the bestselling and much-loved Floof. Shmoof is Shmoofy.Shmoof is super shmoofy.Shmoof is ready to be best… Continue reading Shmoof by Heidi McKinnon
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The Enchantment of Gold Eagle by Margaret Wild, illustrated by Stephen Michael King
Title: The Enchantment of Gold Eagle Author: Margaret Wild, illustrated by Stephen Michael King Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st July 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A powerful tale about a child, a golden eagle and a forgotten promise from the author of the children's classic Fox, illustrated by the beloved creator… Continue reading The Enchantment of Gold Eagle by Margaret Wild, illustrated by Stephen Michael King
Peculiar Parents by Stephanie Owen Reeder, illustrated by Ingrid Bartkowiak
Title: Peculiar Parents Author: Stephanie Owen Reeder, illustrated by Ingrid Bartkowiak Genre: Non-Fiction Publisher: NLA Publishing Published: 1st July 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 60 Price: $29.99 Synopsis: Peculiar Parents introduces us to 60 Australian animal species, focusing on all things family - picking a mate, making a home, having babies, finding food and looking after one… Continue reading Peculiar Parents by Stephanie Owen Reeder, illustrated by Ingrid Bartkowiak
Caution! This Book Contains Deadly Reptiles by Corey Tutt, illustrated by Ben Williams
Title: Caution! This Book Contains Deadly Reptiles Author: Corey Tutt, illustrated by Ben Williams Genre: Science Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 4th February 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 140 Price: $32.99 Synopsis: This is the ultimate reptile book for kids by DeadlyScience founder Corey Tutt, bestselling author of The First Scientists. Bursting with vibrant illustrations and cool… Continue reading Caution! This Book Contains Deadly Reptiles by Corey Tutt, illustrated by Ben Williams
May 2025 Reading Round Up
During May, I almost got caught up on my review reading, mostly completed all my reading for something else, and overall, I read 28 books. All these books were by Australian authors, which is a huge focus on my blog at the moment. That’s not to say there aren’t great books by authors not from… Continue reading May 2025 Reading Round Up
Sidney of Sydney by Sue Whiting, illustrated by Liz Anelli
Title: Sidney of Sydney Author: Sue Whiting, illustrated by Liz Anelli Genre: Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Published: 4th June 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Based on a true story, this is a charming and adorable tale of a little penguin lost in a big city. From award-winning author, Sue Whiting.Sydney is a… Continue reading Sidney of Sydney by Sue Whiting, illustrated by Liz Anelli
Wombat Dreaming by Caz Goodwin, illustrated by Zoë Bennett
Title: Wombat Dreaming Author: Caz Goodwin, illustrated by Zoë Bennett Genre: Fiction Publisher: Affirm Press Published: 27th May 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Lil desperately wantedto join in the class.But each time she tried,she'd land PLONK on the grass.Lil loves doing yoga with her friends, but some poses aren't easy when you're… Continue reading Wombat Dreaming by Caz Goodwin, illustrated by Zoë Bennett
The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman
Title: The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest Author: Aubrey Hartman Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Walker Books Published: 1st May 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 320 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: A delightfully grim tale about an undead fox whose lonely existence is turned upside down when he learns his job as usher of souls is in jeopardy, perfect for… Continue reading The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman
The Thylacine and the Time Machine by Renée Treml
Title: The Thylacine and the Time Machine Author: Renée Treml Genre: Narrative Non-Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st April 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 164 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: Violet is researching the Tasmanian Tiger for a school project when she is visited by the ghost of the last Thylacine, who takes her on an amazing… Continue reading The Thylacine and the Time Machine by Renée Treml
My Mum is the Best by Nic McPickle, Tommy Doyle
Title: My Mum is the Best Author: Nic McPickle, Tommy Doyle Genre: Fiction Publisher: Albert Street Press Published: 4th March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: This warm and funny book is a big affectionate "thank you" to all the mums out there, for everything they do for us. My mum is a… Continue reading My Mum is the Best by Nic McPickle, Tommy Doyle
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