Debut MG for Jayne McIntyre

Congratulations to author, Jayne McIntyre on the upcoming publication of

The Feathers of Farwood and The Gripps Curse

a hardback MG for readers aged 8-13 years, with cover illustrations by Tamlyn Teow, published by Riveted Press.

17th March 2026

When Eva Feather’s (very human) father gets turned into an owl by the dreaded Gripps, her mother whisks Eva and her sisters away to the mysterious Australian town of Farwood - a place where legends, tales, and whispers come to life.


Book Launch - Jayne will be attending bookshop signings and events across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. Check Janye’s social media and/or website HERE for details.

The manuscript for Feathers of Farwood and The Gripps Curse was first shortlisted for The Text Prize in 2023 before being picked up by Riveted Press. It is the first in an exciting all-new middle grade trilogy, by debut Sunshine Coast (QLD) author Jayne McIntyre and is inspired by Australian wildlife and landscapes

Purchase on pre-order HERE.

New MG for Helen Edwards

Congratulations to author, Helen Edwards on the upcoming publication of

A Light on the Rocks

an MG fiction for readers aged 11+, published by Riveted Press, with cover illustrations by Tamlyn Teow

28th January 2026

Two stories, one hundred years apart. Between them, a wild, unforgettable sea. A haunting tale about survival, connection and hope, this masterful maritime adventure brings the almost-forgotten history of the ill-fated SS Admella and the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse to life.

Book Launch Dates;

3rd February at SA State Library 5.30 - 7pm. 14th February at Cape Jaffa Lighthouse, Kingston and 15th February at Port MacDonnell Museum and Library.

Booking links to come.

Helen was awarded a mid-career fellowship with the South Australian State Library, supported by Writers’ SA, along with a grant from the South Australian History Trust to research and write this beautifully crafted tale.

Purchase Helen’s beautiful book HERE

New MG for Helen Edwards and Kate Gordon

Congratulations to authors Helen Edwards and Kate Gordon on the upcoming publication of

The Disappearing Circus

Cover illustration by Tamlyn Teow

a paperback middle grade for ages 9+ published by Riveted Press

29 July 2025

A breathtaking blend of magic, mythology, and heart, The Disappearing Circus reminds us friendship and courage can be found in the most unexpected of places, the future is ours to hold—and some stories are too powerful to ever truly disappear.

Book launch - The Disappearing Circus will be launched in

Canberra on 28th June with a special pre-release event at The Book Cow.

Adelaide on 2nd August at Burnside Library.

Click here for details.

Roll-up, roll-up to an alluring performance!