New PB for Debra Tidball and Rae Tan

Congratulations to author Debra Tidball and illustrator Rae Tan on the upcoming publication of

Lights Out, Little Dragon

a hardback picture book for ages 3-6yrs published by HarperCollins

5 June 2024

What's a kid to do when a cheeky little dragon keeps them awake at bedtime? Ask the reader to help, of course, in this delightfully funny, interactive bedtime romp.

From award-winning Debra Tidball and talented newcomer Rae Tan comes a delightful book about one cheeky little dragon who is determined to beat bedtime.

A book reading and signing to celebrate the release of 'Lights Out, Little Dragon,' at Dymocks Neutral Bay on Saturday 22.6.2024 at 1.30pm. RSVP neutralbay@dymocks.com


Deborah Abela's The Book of Wondrous Possibillities shortlisted for Yabba/Koala Awards

Congratulations to author Deborah Abela on being shortlisted for the Yabba/Koala Awards for

The Book of Wondrous Possibillities

Cover illustrated by Kristina Kister

a paperback middle grade fiction for ages 8-12 published by Penguin Random House

Arlo lives with his mouse and uncle above their bookshop. When a girl called Lisette begs him to hide her from a murderer, he’s swept into a world of kidnappings, dragons and an enemy determined to destroy everything he loves.

This is the 5th award for the book and the 2nd Yabba/Koala shortlisting.


New PB for Deborah Frenkel and Laura Stitzel

Congratulations to author Deborah Frenkel and illustrator Laura Stitzel on the upcoming publication of

100 School Days

a hardback picture book for ages 4+ published by Affirm Press

25 June 2025

The first picture book in Australia to explore the 100 days of school milestone – a perfect gift for new primary school students. Celebrate 100 days of school and look forward to an infinity of milestones to come!

Look for details for a Melbourne book launch!