New PB for Anne Donaldson and Matt Shanks

Congratulations to author Anne Donaldson and illustrator Matt Shanks on the publication of

Derek

a hardback picture book for ages 5-99 published by HardieGrant

26 August 2025

An adorable adventure about curiosity, courage and connection. Derek was a fish with many questions. Why is the universe round? Where do bubbles come from? Why does food rain down from the sky? and importantly, why am I alone?

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New PB for Matt Shanks

Congratulations to author-illustrator Matt Shanks on the publication of

When the Mountain Wakes

a hardback picture book for ages 5-99 published by Affirm Press

26 August 2025

A sweeping, profound and ambitious picture book. A powerful reflection on hope and healing, ‘When the Mountain Wakes’ is a classic in the making.

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New PB for Sally Barns and Noémie Gionet Landry

Congratulations to author Sally Barns and illustrator Noémie Gionet Landry on the publication of

How to Train a Dad

a hardback picture book for ages 4-8 years published by Affirm Kids

29 July 2025

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We'll start with the basics, like tea parties and bear hugs. Soon you will be unlocking trickier features, like dad jokes. By the end of this manual, you'll be equipped with a fully trained dad. Good luck!

Book Launch
A book launch will be held at the Launceston Library on Saturday 9 August, 2025. CLICK HERE to register.