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The Prime Minister Problem by Brenton Cullen

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Title: The Prime Minister Problem Author: Brenton Cullen Genre: Fiction Publisher: Riveted Press Published: 28th April 2026 Format: Paperback Pages: 192 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: When a lonely boy’s mission to save his grandmother goes viral, it sparks a movement that reshapes his country town — and everyone in it. Ten-year-old Wren has always felt invisible.… Continue reading The Prime Minister Problem by Brenton Cullen

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Alice-Miranda in the Alps by Jacqueline Harvey

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Title: Alice-Miranda in the Alps Author: Jacqueline Harvey Genre: Fiction/Mystery Publisher: Puffin Published: 17th September 2019/ Format: Paperback Pages: 384 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Snowy escapades in stunning Switzerland! Alice-Miranda and her friends are off to Switzerland to ski, sightsee and experience the unique White Turf racing event. St Moritz is as glamourous as they expected… Continue reading Alice-Miranda in the Alps by Jacqueline Harvey

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Alice-Miranda in Japan by Jacqueline Harvey

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Title: Alice-Miranda in Japan Author: Jacqueline Harvey Genre: Fiction/Mystery Publisher: Puffin Australia Published: 17th September 2019/3rd February 2014 Format: Paperback Pages: 352 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Travel, treasure and trickery in bustling Tokyo. When Alice-Miranda, Millie and Jacinta travel to Japan during the school holidays, they are in for a fascinating treat. Dolly Oliver, the family… Continue reading Alice-Miranda in Japan by Jacqueline Harvey

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Alice-Miranda Shines Bright by Jacqueline Harvey

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Title: Alice-Miranda Shines Bright Author: Jacqueline Harvey Genre: Mystery/Fiction Publisher: Puffin Published: 16th July 2019/1st September 2013 Format: Paperback Pages: 336 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Mysteries abound and Alice-Miranda is on the case. Alice-Miranda and Millie have made a dazzling discovery in the woodlands near their school. They vow to keep the secret to themselves, but… Continue reading Alice-Miranda Shines Bright by Jacqueline Harvey

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The Wintrish Girl (Talismans of Fate #1) by Melanie La’Brooy

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Title: The Wintrish Girl (Talismans of Fate #1) Author: Melanie La’Brooy Genre: Fantasy Publisher: UQP Published: 30th August 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 440 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: On Talisman Day in Arylia, every child receives an object that gives them special powers and reveals their destiny. Every child except for the Wintrish girl, Penn, that is.… Continue reading The Wintrish Girl (Talismans of Fate #1) by Melanie La’Brooy

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Breaking School Rules is Easy by Rosie Schonell

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Title: Breaking School Rules is Easy Author: Rosie Schonell Genre: Mystery Publisher: Wings ePress Published: 1st March 2025 Format: Paperback Pages: 258 Price: $32.75 Synopsis: Best friends Minty and Billie become aware that something strange is happening in their town. Who are the two suspicious people heading down the forbidden path that leads to the… Continue reading Breaking School Rules is Easy by Rosie Schonell

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Ella’s World: Sit Bob, Sit by Yvette Poshoglian and Camilla Frescura

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Title: Ella’s World: Sit Bob, Sit Author: Yvette Poshoglian and Camilla Frescura Genre: Fiction, Reader Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st December 2024 Format: Paperback Pages: 48 Price: $9.99 Synopsis: Ella and Olivia have a dog. His name is Bob. But Bob can be trouble! What will he get up to next? ~*~ The world of… Continue reading Ella’s World: Sit Bob, Sit by Yvette Poshoglian and Camilla Frescura

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Stella Prize Summer Reading Challenge Completed

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It may have taken me all year and January, February, and December 2024 to complete this challenge over summer, but I have managed to do so. I completed the final prompt; title begins with see or bad in December with Bad Country by Kim Ulrick. I have successfully completed all but two of my challenges.… Continue reading Stella Prize Summer Reading Challenge Completed

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Maisy and Daisy Move House by Michelle de Robillard, illustrated by Amanda Letcher

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Title: Maisy and Daisy Move House Author: Michelle de Robillard, illustrated by Amanda Letcher Genre: Fiction Publisher: Berry Bee Publishing Published: 17th April 2024 Format: Paperback Pages: 36 Price: $25.95 Synopsis: Maisy and Daisy Move House is a delightful picture book that explores the universal experience of moving house for a young girl, Maisy, who… Continue reading Maisy and Daisy Move House by Michelle de Robillard, illustrated by Amanda Letcher

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Hooray, Hooray, it’s Library Day by Julie Anne Grasso, Heath McKenzie (illustrator)

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Title: Hooray, Hooray, it’s Library Day Author: Julie Anne Grasso, Heath McKenzie (illustrator) Genre: Contemporary Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st July 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $18.99 Synopsis: The sun is up, today’s the day. The little ones come, with smiles so wide and silky bags as big as them ... A lonely library… Continue reading Hooray, Hooray, it’s Library Day by Julie Anne Grasso, Heath McKenzie (illustrator)