New PB for Vaughan Duck

Congratulations to author/illustrator Vaughan Duck on the publication of

When I Grow Up: A Colouring Book to Inspire Girls to Dream Big

a paperback non fiction picture book for 5-10 year olds, published by Vaughan C Duck (Lone Duck Books)

01 June 2023

"When I Grow Up" reminds young girls that there are no limits to their dreams, no boundaries to their aspirations. Whether they envision themselves as doctors, astronaut or hairdressers, this colouring book encourages them to pursue their passions wholeheartedly.

Colouring Book features:
- 58 pages to color
- 27 inspiring careers to consider
- Inspiring quotes and heaps of fun facts (That might or might not be true)
- Large pages, 8.5 x 11 inches.

A book to encourage children to dream big!

New PB for Nicky Johnston

Congratulations to illustrator Nicky Johnston on the publication of

Jørn's Magnificent Imagination

written by Coral Vass

a hardback nonfiction picture book for 5-10 year olds published by EK Books

November 2022

In celebrating the talented Jørn Utzon, it shows children that there are no limits to what they might achieve if they follow their dreams, look at the world around them and use their imagination to its full potential.

Officially launching this book in honour of the Sydney Opera House 50th Anniversary, a celebration will be held at NSW State Library Thursday 28th September. Join us for interactive reading and illustration workshop and help celebrate this worldwide iconic architect.

The power of imagination combined with the determination to bring dreams to life!

Crystal Kite award for Katrina Germein and Mandy Foot

Congratulations to author Katrina Germein on being awarded

Crystal Kite Award (Australia/New Zealand) for

Bev and Kev

illustrated by Mandy Foot

Bev and Kev is a early childhood picture book published by Little Book Press

April 2022

Bev is tall and Kev is small.
An unlikely pair!

Could this be the beginning of a very big friendship?
A heart-warming tale about learning to love yourself
and the value of a true friend.

2023 CBCA Early Childhood Shortlist

The annual Crystal Kite Award is a peer-given award to recognise great books from 15 SCBWI regional divisions around the world.

Congratulations to Katrina Germein and Mandy Foot!