New Poetry by Marg Gibbs

Congratulations to author and illustrator Marg Gibbs on the publication of

Goose on Christmas Eve

a paperback illustrated collection of poetry for ages 5-13 published by MJ Gibbs

28 August 2024

A collection of 24 festive family poems for children with humour, love and Aussie Christmas joy. Includes Santa Lost His Boots, Down Under, Jingle Toes and Christmas Dogs.

Artists Jenny Catalano and Zoe Bennett, plus Marg's collages and child illustrators, Isla McDonald and grand-kids combine in this appealing collection.

“These poems give a glimpse into the joy, humour and love that accompanies The Gibbs’ family Christmas celebrations.”  Author Katrina Nannestad.






New PB for Jackie Hosking and Nathaniel Eckstrom

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

When Santa Got Stuck in a Gum Tree

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

01 Sep 2024

Santa is stuck in a gum tree! How will he deliver the presents?
Luckily, an enthusiastic cast of Aussie animals are up for the challenge. But despite their Christmas spirit, unsticking Santa is harder than they thought!

An Aussie Christmas tale by the same fantastic duo that brought us An Aussie Christmas Gum Tree!




New PB for Katrina Germein and Suzanne Houghton

Congratulations to author Katrina Germein and illustrator Suzanne Houghton on the upcoming publication of

Fabulous Frogs

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

October 2024

Australian frogs are fabulous! Did you know that some frogs change colour? Some frogs would rather walk than jump and some even have pouches! A fun celebration of unique Aussie frogs and our precious natural environments.

Book Launch - Fabulous Frogs will be launched in Adelaide on Saturday November 9 at the Felixstow Reserve wetlands. Special guest Steve Walker (FrogWatch SA Coordinator/Green Adelaide Education Officer) will be leading a nature walk and sharing even more frog facts. All ages.

Hop along to the book launch for a ribbet-ing read and nature walk!