New PB for Stef Gemmill and Mel Armstrong

Congratulations to author, Stef Gemmill and illustrator, Mel Armstrong on the upcoming publication of

This Drop of Water

a hardback PB, for readers aged 5-9 years, published by CSIRO Publishing.

November 2026

Dive into the wonderful world of water! Follow along as Drop changes form – from a glacier to a cloud, from falling rain to drinking water. Watch Drop work hard to bring water and life to the world around us.

This Drop of Water brings the water cycle to life in a beautifully illustrated, fun-filled adventure and can purchased HERE.

New JF for Meredith Costain and Cheryl Orsini

Congratulations to author, Meredith Costain and illustrator, Cheryl Orsini on the publication of

Princess Gem: Dragon Saving

a paperback JF, for readers aged 6-9 years, published by Scholastic.

The first book in a new series about princesses, dragons, adventure . . . and the power of friendship. Which badge will Princess Gem and her friends from Pixies Club earn next?

From the author of Ella Diaries, purchase this gem of a book HERE.

New PB for Jess Horn and Mo Davey

Congratulations to author, Jess Horn and illustrator, Mo Davey on the publication of

Starfish Can't Ride Bikes!

a hardback PB, for readers aged 3-8 years, published by Larrikin House.

When the animals say starfish can't ride bikes, Starfish has news for them: it's the bike that can't be ridden. Can they make the perfect bike, and will it be enough to get Starfish pedalling?

Book Launch - Saturday 5th September 2026

Purchase this book, with a bold and original take on accessibility with a twist HERE.