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Hazel’s Treehouse by Zanni Louise, illustrated by Judy Watson

Title: Hazel’s Treehouse Author: Zanni Louise, illustrated by Judy Watson Genre: Fiction Publisher: Walker Books Australia Published: 1st November 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 160 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Acclaimed author, Zanni Louise and illustrator Judy Watson have created "an Australian Winnie-the-Pooh" with a collection of warm and whimsical stories in a beautifully produced hardback edition.Hazel is nine years… Continue reading Hazel’s Treehouse by Zanni Louise, illustrated by Judy Watson

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Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story by R.A. Spratt

Title: Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story Author: R.A. Spratt Genre: Humour Publisher: Penguin Published: 15th October 2024 Format: Paperback Pages: 288 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: Charming, funny and absurdly good - find out where it all began in the prequel to The Adventures of Nanny Piggins. PREPARE YOURSELF FOR THE GREATEST STORY ABOUT A FARMYARD ANIMAL… Continue reading Nanny Piggins and the Origin Story by R.A. Spratt

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18,000 Holes in the Universe: Snack Attack by Adam Wallace, Lisa Foley, and illustrated by James Hart

Title: 18,000 Holes in the Universe: Snack Attack Author: Adam Wallace, Lisa Foley, and illustrated by James Hart Genre: Fantasy Publisher: HarperCollins Australia Published: 30th October 2024 Format: Paperback Pages: 192 Price: $15.99 Synopsis: A brand-new and hilarious illustrated series for children aged 7+ from the creators of the bestselling Fartboy series! Noah, Jordie and… Continue reading 18,000 Holes in the Universe: Snack Attack by Adam Wallace, Lisa Foley, and illustrated by James Hart

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The Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Perfect Pet by Ali Rutstein and illustrated by Tommy Doyle

Title: The Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Perfect Pet Author: Ali Rutstein and illustrated by Tommy Doyle Genre: Fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 29th October 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: Choosing the perfect family pet is easy with this simple guide... OR IS IT? Every family should have a pet.A faithful… Continue reading The Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Perfect Pet by Ali Rutstein and illustrated by Tommy Doyle

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Junkyard Fairies: Dig Deep by Edwina Wyatt, illustrated by Lauren O’Hara

Title: Junkyard Fairies: Dig Deep Author: Edwina Wyatt, illustrated by Lauren O’Hara Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Walker Books Published: 2nd October 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 208 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: The first title in a new series full of magic, charm, mischief and mayhem from Edwina Wyatt, author of the Magnolia Moon series, and Lauren O'Hara, co-creator of Frindelswylde.Fur, Tip… Continue reading Junkyard Fairies: Dig Deep by Edwina Wyatt, illustrated by Lauren O’Hara

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Blog Tour: Happy Millionth Birthday by R.W.R McDonald, illustrated by Alexandra Colombo

Title: Happy Millionth Birthday Author: R.W.R McDonald, illustrated by Alexandra Colombo Genre: Humour Publisher: Larrikin House Published: 1st September 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Jack Wolf wants what EVERY child wants! More birthdays and even MORE presents! Find out what happens when Jack's wish comes true, and he celebrates a birthday every… Continue reading Blog Tour: Happy Millionth Birthday by R.W.R McDonald, illustrated by Alexandra Colombo

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It’s time for Riley to enter the World!

A few months ago, I was approached by Dani Vee to write and post an early review of her very first junior fiction novel, Riley's Failproof Guide to...Breaking a School Record. In celebration of its release and upcoming book launch on the fourteenth of September, I am reposting this review for release day! So go… Continue reading It’s time for Riley to enter the World!

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Blog Tour: Allen the Alien by Stephanie Ward, illustrated by Aleck Morton

An alien surrounded by kids on a hill under the full moon. Title: Blog Tour: Allen the Alien Author: Stephanie Ward, illustrated by Aleck Morton Genre: Humour Publisher: Riveted Press Published: 19th June 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Allen and his pet Byte are Earth’s newest Visitors. The Earthlings seem very friendly… Continue reading Blog Tour: Allen the Alien by Stephanie Ward, illustrated by Aleck Morton

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Hi From Outer Space by Fiona Katauskas

Title: Hi From Outer Space Author: Fiona Katauskas Genre: Science Fiction, humour Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 30th July 2024 Format: Paperback Pages: 2732 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: A laugh-out-loud fish-out-of-water story (if that fish was an alien visiting Earth to complete his school project) from an award-winning cartoonist and bestselling children's author. With a whispery… Continue reading Hi From Outer Space by Fiona Katauskas

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Blog Tour: The Postman’s My Mate by Kelly Louise Jarris, illustrated by Natalie Herington

Title: The Postman’s My Mate Author: Kelly Louise Jarris, illustrated by Natalie Herington Genre: Fiction Publisher: KLJ Books Published: June 2024 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.95 Synopsis: Join Charlie on an adventure as he unwraps a world full of surprises and imagination. When his very best mate, the postman arrives with a mysterious package,… Continue reading Blog Tour: The Postman’s My Mate by Kelly Louise Jarris, illustrated by Natalie Herington