New PB for Jackie Hosking and Nathaniel Eckstrom

Congratulations to author Jackie Hosking and illustrator Nathaniel Eckstrom on the publication of

The Aussie Christmas Mix Up

a hardback picture book for ages 3-8 years old, published by Walker Books Australia

25th August 2025

Santa has checked his list not once but twice and put the gifts in his bag. If only he was as careful when he was attaching all the tags! It's an Aussie Christmas mix-up … with presents and confusion galore.

Start your Christmas shopping now and CLICK HERE to purchase the book.

New PB for Emma Bowd and Matt Shanks

Congratulations to author Emma Bowd and illustrator Matt Shanks on the publication of

The Christmas Tree Catastrophe

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

26 August 2025

It's Christmas Eve and the baubles are bickering over the best spots on the Christmas tree when an unexpected visitor appears.

A tree-toppling catastrophe seems certain ... unless the decorations can set aside their differences and work together?

CLICK HERE to purchase the book.

Book Launch
2pm, September 13, at Readings, St Kilda

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?

CLICK HERE to purchase the book.