Title: A Loo of One’s Own Author: Eleri Harris Genre: Non-Fiction, Humour Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 3rd June 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $26.99 Synopsis: The fascinating (and sometimes hilarious) story of the first women elected to federal parliament and the rather pressing issue they discovered on their first day on the job:… Continue reading A Loo of One’s Own by Eleri Harris
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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
Our Dance by Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, illustrated by Janelle Burger
Title: Our Dance Author: Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, illustrated by Janelle Burger Genre: Indigenous Culture Publisher: Hachette/Lothian Published: 30th April 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Under the moon, by the big gum tree,let's dance and sing in the corroboree.With ochre on our bodies, Our dance awaits,Our mob, Our culture, let's celebrate.Join… Continue reading Our Dance by Jacinta Daniher and Taylor Hampton, illustrated by Janelle Burger
Poppy’s Monster by Shelly Higgs and Francesca Costa
Title: Poppy’s Monster Author: Shelly Higgs, illustrated by Francesca Costa Genre: Fiction Publisher: Starfish Bay Published: 5th February 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Poppy’s anxiety monster is making her miserable until one day she realises her monster might just be frightened too. Poppy’s very brave, but often she gets scared and needs… Continue reading Poppy’s Monster by Shelly Higgs and Francesca Costa
Me and You by Ellie Royce
Title: Me and You Author: Ellie Royce Genre: Fiction Publisher: Ford Street Publishing Published: 1st March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $27.95 Synopsis: Come and join in on a day of joyful discovery, where treasured memories are made, connection is celebrated, and sharing love is as simple as holding hands. A gently humorous book… Continue reading Me and You by Ellie Royce
Volcano by Claire Saxby, illustrated by Jess Racklyeft
Title: Volcano Author: Claire Saxby, illustrated by Jess Racklyeft Genre: Non-fiction Publisher: Allen and Unwin Published: 1st April 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 28 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: Explore the fascinating world of an underwater volcano with award-winning picture book creators Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft. Deep in the ocean, far beyond the reach of even the… Continue reading Volcano by Claire Saxby, illustrated by Jess Racklyeft
Tubowgule: A Sydney Opera House History
Title: Tubowgule: A Sydney Opera House History Author: Melissa-Jane Fogarty, illustrated by Dylan Finney Genre: History Publisher: Lothian Published: 26th March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 32 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A fascinating and inclusive history of one of Australia's greatest landmarks, the Sydney Opera House, and the land on which it is built.This is the story… Continue reading Tubowgule: A Sydney Opera House History
Jo and the No by Kyle Mewburn, illustrated by Judy Watson
Title: Jo and the No Author: Kyle Mewburn, illustrated by Judy Watson Genre: Fiction Publisher: Dirt Lane Press Published: 1st March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $28.95 Synopsis: A gentle fable about overcoming our resistance to the unknown. Sometimes, when we’re faced with something new, we push it away. We tell ourselves ‘No!’ even… Continue reading Jo and the No by Kyle Mewburn, illustrated by Judy Watson
The Not-So-Little Tree by Marcus Addison, illustrated by Sejung Kim
Title: The Not-So-Little Tree Author: Marcus Addison, illustrated by Sejung Kim Genre: Fiction Publisher: Starfish Bay Publishing Published: 5th March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 40 Price: $24.99 Synopsis: A joyous celebration of life’s journey and the joys and sorrows of growing up, beautifully told through the metaphor of a tiny tree who longs to be… Continue reading The Not-So-Little Tree by Marcus Addison, illustrated by Sejung Kim
Bin Chicken Goes for Gold by Kate and Jol Temple, illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh
Title: Bin Chicken Goes for Gold Author: Kate and Jol Temple, illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh Genre: Humour Publisher: Scholastic Australia Published: 1st March 2025 Format: Hardcover Pages: 24 Price: $19.99 Synopsis: With a wobbly dive and a gangly leap, here comes Bin Chicken in a feathery heap! ‘Shoo!’ say the kids as she flaps on… Continue reading Bin Chicken Goes for Gold by Kate and Jol Temple, illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh
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