New JF for author Melissa Garside and illustrator Lauren Mullinder

Congratulations to debut author Melissa Garside and illustrator Lauren Mullinder on the upcoming publication of

Lexie Moon & The Word Burgling Bungle

a paperback junior fiction for ages 7-10 published by Riveted Press.

29th January 2025

When a notorious gadget thief steals Lexie Moon's latest invention, a word-stealing rampage begins. Lexie must find a way to get back her invention before the thief escapes and the whole town is left lost for words.

Book Launches
10:30 AM Saturday, 15th February 2025 at Camden Library, NSW 2:00 PM Saturday, 1st March 2025 at The Book Cow, Kingston ACT

New PB for Fiona Sinclair

Congratulations to author and illustrator Fiona Sinclair on the upcoming publication of

A Landscape of Letters - with haiku

a paperback non fiction picture book for ages 2-8 years published by Boolarong Press.

February 15th 2025

This is a splendid addition to the Australian haiku landscape, encouraging a new generation to actively observe the vibrant natural world around them and to capture those moments with the platypus, the rosella, and the wattle in thoughtfully selected words.

Haiku is an accessible creative pursuit, requiring few tools but an inquisitive mind – ideal for children exploring outside with their parents and teachers. Fiona’s watercolours complement the delicate beauty of her haiku, ensuring this as a treasured childhood book.

New NF PB for Beverley McWilliams and Julian Teh

Congratulations to author Beverley McWilliams and illustrator Julian Teh on the upcoming publication of

Cassowary Dad

a hardback picture book for ages 5-9 published by CSIRO

01 February 2025

Cassowary Dad nurtures, teaches and protects his chicks. But looking after chicks isn't easy. When a cyclone tears through their rainforest home, will this devoted dad be able to save his family? A heart-warming tale about the magnificent Australian cassowary.

Book Launch - Saturday 8th February 2025 at Burnside Library, South Australia.

Magnificent dinosaurs of the bird world - we cannot wait for this one!