Title: Nightbirds Author: Kate J Armstrong Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 28th February 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 480 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: In a dazzling new fantasy world full of whispered secrets and political intrigue, the magic of women is outlawed but three girls with unusual gifts have the chance to change it all.… Continue reading Nightbirds by Kate J Armstrong
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Spice Road by Maiyam Ibrahim
Title: Spice Road Author: Maiyam Ibrahim Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Hachette Australia Published: 31st January 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 488 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Set in an Arabian-inspired land, in this epic young adult fantasy, seventeen-year-old Imani must fight to find her brother whose betrayal is now her nation's greatest threat. The first book in an epic… Continue reading Spice Road by Maiyam Ibrahim
The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond by Amy Sparkes
Title: The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond Author: Amy Sparkes Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Walker Books Published: 4th January 2023 Format: Paperback Pages: 256 Price: $14.99 Synopsis: Adventurous, magical and brilliantly funny next book in the House at the Edge of Magic series. Nine and her friends have cured the house’s hiccups and are off to the… Continue reading The Bookshop at the Back of Beyond by Amy Sparkes
Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop by David Litchfield
Title: Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop Author: David Litchfield Genre: Fiction Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers Published: 1st November 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: This charming tale tells the story of little Nicky Claus, who wanted to make every child happy, if only just for one day.Nicky Claus works with… Continue reading Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop by David Litchfield
The Book of Wondrous Possibilities by Deborah Abela
Title: The Book of Wondrous Possibilities Author: Deborah Abela Genre: Fantasy/Magical Realism Publisher: Puffin Published: 2nd August 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 288 Price: $!6.99 Synopsis: From bestselling author Deborah Abela, comes a middle grade adventure for 8-12-year-old heroes (even if they don’t know it yet). Arlo Goodman lives with his Uncle Avery in a run-down… Continue reading The Book of Wondrous Possibilities by Deborah Abela
Diary of an Accidental Witch by Perdita and Honor Cargill
Title: Diary of an Accidental Witch Author: Perdita and Honor Cargill Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Walker Books Australia Published: 5th October 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 224 Price: $16.99 Synopsis: A perfect potion of magic and mischief, Diary of an Accidental Witch is The Worst Witch meets Tom Gates. Monday 20th SeptemberI’M AT WITCH SCHOOL! Now would be a really good… Continue reading Diary of an Accidental Witch by Perdita and Honor Cargill
Almost There (Twisted Tales #13) by Farrah Rochon
Title: Almost There (Twisted Tales #13) Author: Farrah Rochon Genre: Disney/Fantasy/Mystery/Mythology Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: Format: Paperback Pages: 464 Price: $17.99 Synopsis: What if Tiana made a deal that changed everything? Sometimes, life in the Big Easy is tough. No-one knows that better than Tiana, though she also believes that hard work can go a… Continue reading Almost There (Twisted Tales #13) by Farrah Rochon
September 2022 Reading Round-up
In September, I read 22 books, with sixteen by Australian authors and six by non-Australian authors, so I have been reading more Australian authors this year, which has been my focus and goal to promote Australian voices – as many as I can and as diversely as I can. I’ve again read across a range… Continue reading September 2022 Reading Round-up
Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans
Title: Notorious Sorcerer Author: Davinia Evans Genre: Fantasy Publisher: Hachette Australia/Orbit Published: 13th September 2022 Format: Paperback Pages: 430 Price: $22.99 Synopsis: A delightful debut secondary world fantasy set in a city that's bursting with imaginative alchemical magic, sharp banter, and a compelling queer romance perfect for fans of The Tethered Mage and Strange the Dreamer. 'Notorious Sorcerer is… Continue reading Notorious Sorcerer by Davinia Evans
The Rabbit’s Magician by Shae Millward and Andy Fackrell
Title: The Rabbit’s Magician Author: Shae Millward, illustrated by Andy Fackrell Genre: Fiction Publisher: Ford Street Publishing Published: 1st August 2022 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.95 Synopsis: Ziggy’s beloved magician has performed an amazing disappearing trick. But just where is The Amazing Albertino? Ziggy waits. And waits some more. Has something gone wrong with the trick? Key… Continue reading The Rabbit’s Magician by Shae Millward and Andy Fackrell
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