And with that, another challenge is completed! I wasn’t sure whether I would get there with this one, as some of the ones for May and November I had either read already, or didn’t have an interest in. I never want to read a book for a challenge just to tick off a box, and… Continue reading Readings 2026 Challenge Completed!
Tag: children’s books
mulaka makalina: Hunting Stingray by Dave mangenner Gough, illustrated by Samantha Campbell
Title: mulaka makalina: Hunting Stingray Author: Dave mangenner Gough, illustrated by Samantha Campbell Genre: Fiction Publisher: AITSIS publishing/Aboriginal Studies Press Published: 5th November 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $17.95 Synopsis: The story of nupiri and riyawina and their epic encounter with a rogue stingray. From the creators of luwa tara luwa waypa. riyawina’s grandmother… Continue reading mulaka makalina: Hunting Stingray by Dave mangenner Gough, illustrated by Samantha Campbell
October 2026 Reading Round Up
Even with a few ups and downs this month, I managed to read 24 books. Not all were reviewed, but most were and I had a lot of Australian books read this month. I review a few, whilst some were ones I chose to read and not review. One was a review book but I… Continue reading October 2026 Reading Round Up
Splish, Splash, Splosh by Renae Hayward, illustrated by Briony Stewart
Title: Splish, Splash, Splosh Author: Renae Hayward, illustrated by Briony Stewart Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd November 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $22.99 Synopsis: A paddling pool, a hose, a bucket or a puddle - there is nothing as much fun as making a splash! This gorgeous book is a joyful… Continue reading Splish, Splash, Splosh by Renae Hayward, illustrated by Briony Stewart
N is for Noni by Alison Lester
Title: N is for Noni Author: Alison Lester Genre: Education Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd November 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A delightful rhyming story featuring the instantly loveable character, Noni the Pony – the nicest pony any child could ever hope to meet! – from the phenomenal and much-loved author… Continue reading N is for Noni by Alison Lester
Raising Hare (Children’s Edition) by Chloe Dalton
Title: Raising Hare (Children’s Edition) Author: Chloe Dalton Genre: Non-fiction Publisher: Canongate Published: 3rd November 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 208 Price: $29.99 Synopsis: A beautifully illustrated children's edition of the Sunday Times bestseller and Wainwright Prize-winning sensation, this is the wondrous true story of a woman and a baby hare who form an incredible bond.… Continue reading Raising Hare (Children’s Edition) by Chloe Dalton
Paddle Steamer Pearl by Neridah McMullin, illustrated by Jessica Corkran
Title: Paddle Steamer Pearl Author: Neridah McMullin, illustrated by Jessica Corkran Genre: Historical Fiction Publisher: NLA Publishing Published: 1st November 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 36 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: All aboard the PS Alpha! Travel by paddle steamer along the Darling River with Pearl Collins, who would go on to become the first female river boat… Continue reading Paddle Steamer Pearl by Neridah McMullin, illustrated by Jessica Corkran
Bird Park by Julie Murphy, illustrated by Annie White
Title: Bird Park Author: Julie Murphy, illustrated by Annie White Genre: Non-fiction animals Publisher: NLA Publishing Published: 1st November 2026 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Birds paddle and skedaddle. They hop and drop and coo and woo. See them walking! Hear them squawking! Come and explore our magical Australian bird park! Can you… Continue reading Bird Park by Julie Murphy, illustrated by Annie White
The Mysterious Forest (The Warriors of Nyx #1) by Yvette Poshoglian and Chad Mitchell
Title: The Mysterious Forest (The Warriors of Nyx #1) Author: Yvette Poshoglian and Chad Mitchell Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st November 2026 Format: Paperback Pages: 192 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: The Realms of Nyx have been peaceful ... until now. Short-eared elf Dru is a warrior in training. Long-ear Bren is an apprentice mage.… Continue reading The Mysterious Forest (The Warriors of Nyx #1) by Yvette Poshoglian and Chad Mitchell
Star Rescue (Frances Bloom #3) by Katrina Nannestad, illustrated by Marina Zlatanova
Title: Star Rescue (Frances Bloom #3) Author: Katrina Nannestad, illustrated by Marina Zlatanova Genre: Humour Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 29th September 2026 Format: Paperback Pages: 144 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: Relish in mischief, adventure and the most unusual family ever, with the bestselling and multi-award-winning Katrina Nannestad. Frances Bloom has everything she needs -- a cottage… Continue reading Star Rescue (Frances Bloom #3) by Katrina Nannestad, illustrated by Marina Zlatanova
