New picture book for Dimity Powell

Congratulations to Dimity Powell on the publication of

Oswald Messweather

a picture book for 4-8 illustrated by Siobhan McVey and published by Wombat Books.

Mess and disorder upset Oswald. They make his legs jiggle and his palms itch — all the time. Compulsively counting his crayons helps, but it is so exhausting. How can Oswald untangle the mess of worries in his head? Oswald Messweather suffers from OCD. His story does not focus intently on the educational perspectives of children with OCD rather on the emotional aspects associated with this debilitating condition. It is not a solution but a springboard of hope.

Book launch: The Mad Hatters Bookshop
Shop 3, 7 Day Markets, 50 Cambridge Parade, Manly, Queensland.
10th April 2021 at 10.30 am.
Free event: bookings essential.

New non fiction book for Allison Paterson

Congratulations to Allison Paterson on the publication of

Australia Remembers:
Customs and Traditions of the Australian Defence Force

a non fiction title for 6-12 published by Big Sky Publishing.

This is the second book in the Australia Remembers military history series. It provides a rare and engaging insight into the fascinating origins of the colourful rituals of Anzac Day and Remembrance Day.

Launching with Books on Tour as of 8 March with giveaways and fascinating facts to share. Follow Allison on Facebook Instagram: allisonmpaterson; Twitter: AllisonPaterso9

We salute you, Allison!

New picture book for Laura Stitzel

Congratulation to author illustrator Laura Stitzel on the publication of

Moonlight Mums

a new picture book for 0-5 published by Penguin Random House.

Mums can be busy . . . but they'll always be home to kiss you goodnight!

A heartwarming hug of a bedtime story for every Australian family with a busy mum.

Sweet dreams, everyone!