Award Shortlisting for Deborah Abela

Congratulations to author, Deborah Abela for her book

The Kindness Project

a paperback MG fiction for readers aged 8-12 years, published by Penguin Random House being short-listed in

The Children’s Peace Literature Award 2025

The Children's Peace Literature Award acknowledges books that encourage peaceful means of resolving conflict and promoting peace at the global, local and interpersonal level.

Purchase The Kindness Project HERE.

New PB for Tony Braithwaite

Congratulation to author-illustrator Tony Braithwaite on the publication of

Everything and Everybody Belong Somewhere

a paperback picture book for readers aged 4-6 years, published by Ark House Kids

Everything and Everybody Belong Somewhere is more than a story—it’s a message of hope for children navigating the complexities of starting school, especially those with autism or from refugee backgrounds.

Tony Braithwaite is a passionate advocate for children with developmental challenges and you can purchase his latest book HERE.

Debut PB for Ashley McCaffrey

Congratulations to author, Ashley McCaffrey and illustrator, Mike Young on the publication of

The Lemon Who Learned To Be Sweet

a picture book for readers aged 3-8 years.

Zest thinks he's better than EVERYONE.

But when his bitter attitude gets him into a tight squeeze, this sour lemon discovers something sweet: True beauty isn't about looking perfect on the outside... It's what's on the inside that counts.

Ashley’s debut book is available in both paperback and hardback, along with some zesty merch HERE. Also available on Amazon.