AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Traitor: Wolf Girl 4 Anh Do, illustrated by Lachlan Creagh
A wildly exciting adventure series from bestselling author Anh Do.
Description Wolf Girl and her trusty dogs are back for another hackle-raising adventure.
On the run from sinister forces, Gwen rushes head-long into danger. With giant snakes, komodo dragons and a whole new wolf pack to contend with, Wolf Girl will need all her cunning... and all her friends.
About the Author Anh Do is one of Australia's best-loved storytellers. His series, including Wolf Girl, E-Boy and WeirDo are adored by millions of kids around the country.
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $17.99 ISBN: 9781760877866 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
A&U Children’s AD AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Wolf Girl 4 24 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 24 copies plus two posters and a header.
Description Pack includes 24 copies plus two posters and a header.
About the Author
Price: AU $383.76 NZ $431.76 ISBN: 9324551077429 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Carbon-Neutral Adventures of the Indefatigable Enviroteens First Dog on the Moon
Greta Thunberg meets Homer Simpson* in this hilarious, illustrated and environmentally-friendly adventure from the country's enormously popular and only marsupial Walkley award-winning cartoonist. (*They don't really meet. This is just a saying.)
Description Meet our superheroes: - Binky aka The Monotreme, who has all the powers of a platypus and an echidna combined! - Worried Norman, who was bitten by a radioactive croissant on a school trip and now becomes Pastry Person with the power of 1000 toasted burger buns! - Letitia, an occasionally bossy science-wombat and genius inventor.
Together, they are The EnviroTeens and they are about to get very, very angry. Singleuse Brendan may have an evil plan to destroy all the world's turtles with his dastardly battle turtel-e-pooter, but believe it or not, there is something even more evil than an angry plastic bag on a garbage island in the middle of the ocean. Climate Change. The EnviroTeens will do anything to stop this impending disaster: scale slippery volcanoes, scurry through forests full of poisonous armpit monsters, even meet Senator Ian, the Climate Denialist Potato. But to really fix the planet, will they have to rid the world of all the adults who started it all? They can't biff everyone! What will they do?
A comic graphic novel from the popular Guardian cartoonist and creator of Brenda the Civil Disobedience Penguin about a group of fast-talking and fast-thinking teenage climate activists who are determined to clean the planet and clear the air.
About the Author First Dog on the Moon is Australia's only Walkley award-winning marsupial-based cartoonist and has done all sorts of things including books, radio, stage shows and a lot of lying down.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781760526122 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 160 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Carbon-Neutral Adventures 10 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 10 copies plus a poster and shelftalker.
Description Pack includes 10 copies plus a poster and shelftalker.
About the Author
Price: AU $169.90 NZ $189.90 ISBN: 9324551077399 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Haunted Warriors: The Rogues 3 Lian Tanner
Magic, mayhem and a ruthless, ghost-eating demon feature in this exciting conclusion to The Rogues from the award-winning author of the highly-acclaimed Keepers series.
Description The Harshman brought his fist down on the arm of the Faithful Throne, and roared to the sleeping people, 'I … Am … Margrave … Now.'
Having escaped the salt mines, Duckling, Pummel, Sooli and Otte return to the Strong-hold to find out who is responsible for raising the murderous Harshman. But with Grafine von Eisen ruling as Regent, all that awaits them is the dungeon and the executioner's axe.
The children must hide in the Strong-hold's stone walls, while Sooli walks the path of death, searching desperately for clues. And when the Harshman arrives, turning friends and allies against each other, time is running out.
With no one on their side but a cat, a ghost, and a chicken who has forgotten her true identity, the children must use all their wits - and all their magic - to defeat the Harshman before he becomes unstoppable.
About the Author Lian Tanner has worked as a teacher, a tourist bus driver, a freelance journalist, a juggler, an editor and a professional actor. She has been dynamited while scuba diving and arrested while busking. She once spent a week in the jungles of Papua New Guinea, searching for a Japanese soldier left over from the Second World War. It took her a while to realise that all this was preparation for becoming a writer. Nowadays Lian lives by the sea in southern Tasmania with a handsome tomcat called Harry-le-beau, and a bountiful garden.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760293543 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 208h x 138w mm Extent: 336 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Accidental Heroes: The Rogues 1 Lian Tanner
From the author of the bestselling Keepers series, here is a vividly exciting new fantasy-adventure for 9 to 13 year olds, set in the same world as the Keepers.
Description In the city, strange things happen. People disappear, trees sprout overnight. But no one believes in magic. No, to believe in magic would be disloyal...
The devious Lord Rump and his granddaughter, Duckling, need a disposable boy, and Pummel, a farm boy looking for work in the city, fits the bill perfectly. Duckling is happy to tangle him in her grandpa's web, as long as Grandpa keeps his promise - that this is his very last Scheme.
Lord Rump's machinations take both children into the Strong-hold of Berren - where time has stopped and no one can leave - and before long they are entwined in a plot to kill the heir to the Faithful Throne.
If they want to protect the Young Margrave, and save themselves from an awful death, Duckling and Pummel must learn to use the magic that no one else believes in.
About the Author Lian Tanner has been dynamited while scuba diving and arrested while busking. She once spent a week in the jungles of Papua New Guinea, hunting for a Japanese soldier left over from the Second World War. She likes secrets, old bones, and animals that are not what they seem. Nowadays she lives by the beach in southern Tasmania with a large fluffy tomcat called Harry-le-beau.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760528676 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 400 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Secret Guardians: The Rogues 2 Lian Tanner
From the author of the wonderful Keepers series, here is a vividly exciting new trilogy for 9 to 13 year olds, set in the same world as the Keepers, with all new characters, in a brilliant fantasy-adventure.
Description Duckling and Pummel are trying to take the Young Margrave to a place of safety, far away from the dreadful Harshman. But they have enemies they don't know about, and all too soon they find themselves captured and taken to the salt mines, where slaves work night and day until they die.
Their witchery should save them - but their witchery has gone, vanished. How will they get it back? Is the girl Sooli their friend or their enemy? And why is Otte's chicken behaving so strangely?
Meanwhile, the Harshman has broken out of the Strong-hold, and is on their trail...
About the Author Lian Tanner has been dynamited while scuba diving and arrested while busking. She once spent a week in the jungles of Papua New Guinea, hunting for a Japanese soldier left over from the Second World War. She likes secrets, old bones, and animals that are not what they seem. Nowadays she lives by the beach in southern Tasmania with a large fluffy tomcat called Harry-le-beau.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760528683 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 368 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Dash and Lily (Netflix tie-in) Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
A Netflix tie-in edition of the whirlwind holiday romance between cynical Dash and optimistic Lily who trade dares, dreams and desires in the notebook they pass back and forth at locations all across New York City.
Description It's Christmas-time and Lily, an unlucky-in-love 16-year-old, listens to the advice of her lucky-in-love brother and leaves her red notebook on her favourite bookshop shelf. The book, and the dares inside it, have Lily waiting for the right guy to come along and rise to the challenge.
When Dash finds her notebook on the shelves of The Strand bookstore, he accepts her challenge. As they begin to send each other on a scavenger hunt all across Manhattan, Dash and Lily are falling in love with each other on the page. Discovering if they have the same chemistry in person could be their biggest dare yet.
A Netflix tie-in edition of the gorgeous notebook-swapping holiday romance from the New York Times bestselling authors of Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist!
About the Author David Levithan is a well-known New York writer and publisher, best known for his book Every Day. Rachel Cohn is the NYT bestselling, award-winning author of many books, including Gingerbread and Cupcake. They first collaborated on Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9781760878283 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 276 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Twelve Days of Dash and Lily David Levithan and Rachel Cohn
The long-hoped-for sequel to perennial favourite Dash and Lily's Book of Dares. It's Christmas time in Manhattan and Lily's Christmas cheer is at an all-time low, so it's up to Dash and his friends to organise a great Manhattan adventure to help her find her Christmas groove.
Description Dash and Lily have now been going out for nearly a year - and it's been a really hard year. Lily's beloved grandfather had a heart attack and fell down some stairs. He survived, but his recovery has been slow. Lily insists that everything's fine. But Dash knows that her spirit is sagging. Her enthusiasm has been exhausted. And even with Christmastime, her favourite time, approaching, she doesn't really feel...anything.
Action must be taken. There are twelve days until Christmas. Twelve days for friends and family to take Manhattan by storm to help Lily recapture the magic of New York City in December. Twelve days to find Lily's cheer, and help her fall in love with life again. Twelve days left for Dash and Lily...?
About the Author This is David and Rachel's fourth collaboration, following Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List, and Dash and Lily's Book of Dares.
Rachel Cohn is the bestselling, award-winning author of many books, including Gingerbread and Cupcake . She lives in Los Angeles with two very cool cats named McNulty and Bunk.
David Levithan is the author of many brilliant and bestselling book, including Boy Meets Boy, Every Day and The Lover's Dictionary, and Will Grayson, Will Grayson co-authored with John Green.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760293826 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 224 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Mind the Gap, Dash and Lily Rachel Cohn and David Levithan
Timed to coincide with the Netflix release of DASH AND LILY, Mind the Gap, Dash & Lily serves up a new helping of love, friendship and Christmas as best-selling authors Rachel Cohn and David Levithan send Dash and Lily to England - to find their futures, and hopefully find each other again as well.
Description Dash and Lily are feeling closer than ever…it's just too bad they're also an ocean apart. After Dash gets accepted to Oxford University and Lily stays in New York to take care of her dog-walking business, the previously inseparable couple struggle to make a long-distance relationship work. And when Dash breaks the news that he won't be coming home to New York for Christmas, Lily makes a decision: if Dash can't come to New York, she'll go to London. But will Lily pull off the ultimate surprise - or will Christmas in London backfire?
This wonderful holiday read will delight readers from start to finish.
About the Author This is David and Rachel's fifth collaboration, following Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, Naomi and Ely's No Kiss List, Dash and Lily's Book of Dares and The Twelve Days of Dash and Lily.
Rachel Cohn is the bestselling, award-winning author of many books, including Gingerbread and Cupcake. She lives in Los Angeles with two very cool cats named McNulty and Bunk.
David Levithan is the author of many brilliant and bestselling book, including Boy Meets Boy, Every Day and The Lover's Dictionary, and Will Grayson, Will Grayson co-authored with John Green.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760526214 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 256 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Flummox: How to Make a Pet Monster 2 Lili Wilkinson, illustrated by Dustin Spence
Doesn't everyone want their very own pet monster? A fantastically readable, gloriously funny and collectable new junior fiction series.
Description Have you ever wanted a pet monster? If you are like me, the answer is NO, because you think monsters don't exist. If you are like Willow, the answer is YES DEFINITELY.
Willow and I found an ancient spell book called the BIGGE BOKE of fetching monsters, which shows you how to make REAL MONSTERS. We made HODGEPODGE, who's a bit furry and a bit stinky. He's my best friend.
Willow wants to make a best friend, but I'm worried. Now that I know monsters are REAL, what if this new one is REALLY dangerous?
About the Author Lili Wilkinson is the award-winning author of two picture books - That Christmas Feeling and Clancy the Quokka and eleven YA novels including The Boundless Sublime. Lili established insideadog.com.au and the Inky Awards at the Centre for Youth Literature, State Library of Victoria. She has a PhD in Creative Writing, and lives in Melbourne with her husband, son, dog and three chickens.
Dustin Spence is an illustrator with a background in animation and games. He loves creating playful, whimsical and colourful illustrations that explore the depths of his imagination.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760877392 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 190h x 150w mm Extent: 224 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Albert Street Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Flummox 10 copy mix pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 8 copies of Flummox and 2 copies of Hodgepodge plus shelftalker and standee.
Description Pack includes 8 copies of Flummox and 2 copies of Hodgepodge plus shelftalker and standee.
About the Author
Price: AU $149.90 NZ $169.90 ISBN: 9324551077405 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Hodgepodge: How to Make a Pet Monster 1 Lili Wilkinson, illustrated by Dustin Spence
A fantastically readable, gloriously funny and highly collectable new junior fiction series.
Description I'm Artie. I'm eleven years old. I do not believe in ghosts, or monsters. I do believe in science. I also believe that my step-sister Willow is kinda terrifying.
Willow and I found a weird old book in the attic of our new house. It's called the Big Boke of Fetching Monsters. And it tells you how to make your own monster. But that's impossible.
You DEFINITELY can't make a monster, because MONSTERS DO NOT EXIST.
About the Author Lili Wilkinson is the award-winning author of two picture books - That Christmas Feeling and Clancy the Quokka, and eleven YA novels including The Boundless Sublime. Lili established the insideadog.com.au website and the Inky Awards at the Centre for Youth Literature, State Library of Victoria. She has a PhD in Creative Writing, and lives in Melbourne with her husband, son, dog and three chickens.
Dustin Spence is an illustrator with a background in animation and games. He loves creating playful, whimsical and colourful illustrations that explore the depths of his imagination.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760877385 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 190h x 150w mm Extent: 200 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Albert Street Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Marge in Charge Boxset Isla Fisher, illustrated by Eglantine Ceulemans
All 12 of Marge's hilarious, anarchic and charming adventures from A-list actress Isla Fisher.
Description 'Isla Fisher is hilarious' - David Walliams
Over 100,000 copies sold
Meet Marge, the mischievous babysitter with rainbow hair who loves to make a mess and bend the rules... When Mum and Dad go out for dinner (BORING), Marge takes Jack and Jemima on adventures of their own. Ordinary life becomes extraordinary with Marge around!
Includes 12 family-fun stories written by actor and comedian Isla Fisher.
About the Author Isla Fisher is a comedian and actor well-known for her film & TV roles (Wedding Crashers, Home & Away) who has a wealth of experience across script-writing, marketing and comedy. Isla has three young children and has written these fresh and funny family stories using her experience as a writer, comedian and mother.
Eglantine Ceulemans spent her childhood reading Belgian comics. In 2007 she joined the Emile Cohl School of Art in Lyon, France, transforming her passion for illustration into a vocation. She loves working in an intuitive way, combining humour and sensitivity, and using different mediums and techniques. Eglantine currently resides in Lyon.
Price: AU $39.99 NZ $45.00 ISBN: 9781848129931 Format: Slipcased Package Type: BOX Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Fearless Fairy Tales Konnie Huq, James Kay and illustrated by Rikin Parekh
Fairy tales vibrantly updated for the 21st century by BBC Blue Peter's Konnie Huq.
Description Fearless Fairy Tales is a hilarious and anarchic collection of classic bedtime stories for young readers, all utterly updated for a new generation.
Meet Trumplestiltskin, a vain and gold-obsessed little man who will stop at nothing to become richer and richer. There's Sleeping Brainy, the princess whose only dream is to become Chancellor of the Exchequer, and the Gingerbread Kid, who escapes persecution in his home country but struggles to fit in in his new one. You won't forget the lingering stench of Mouldysocks - a boy obsessed with staring at his iPad but rather less obsessed with personal hygiene - and you'll be rooting for Rap-Unzel when she gets the chance of fame by appearing on Kingdom's Got Talent . . . but at what cost?
Packed with stories about boys who aren't afraid to cry and rhymes about girls who refuse to kiss frogs, Fearless Fairy Tales shakes up dusty, old-fashioned (and, to be honest, rather sexist) bedtime stories and totally reinvents them for the twenty-first century. From fake news to female footballers, environmental pollution to equal pay, nothing is off limits in this anthology of laugh-out-loud fairy tales with thoroughly modern morals.
Told in the fresh, vibrant and unique voice of Blue Peter favourite Konnie Huq, writing with James Kay, and packed full of irresistible illustrations by Rikin Parekh, Fearless Fairy Tales is the perfect hardback gift for young readers (and older readers fed up with serving their kids the same old boring bedtime stories).
About the Author As the longest-serving female Blue Peter presenter (1997-2008), Konnie Huq is no stranger to the middle-grade market. She is currently an ambassador for the Princes' Trust and the British Asian Trust.
James Kay is a writer and full-time human who lives in London. His hobbies include eating and breathing. At school he was voted 'least likely to become Prime Minister' and he's on course for this to be the case. Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781848128118 Format: Misc HB Rikin Parekh studied art at Camberwell College of Arts and the University of Westminster. He has since worked designing Package Type: HARD BACK monsters for the film industry and selling books for a national chain. He currently works with Year Fives in a London Dimensions: 246h x 189w mm Extent: 176 pages primary school, inspiring children to draw their own monsters. Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Carnival of the Animals
A captivating series of sound-button books with six amazing real-life sounds.
Description An internationally bestselling series of board books with amazing real-life sounds! It's time to listen to beautiful music from French composer Camille Saint-Saens's beloved classical piece The Carnival of the Animals. Push the buttons to hear the songs! Aimed at babies and toddlers, this ground-breaking series of interactive board books has a button on every spread, which plays one of six different exceptional quality sound effects. Children of every age will be captivated as they bring the artwork to life with six amazing real-life sounds.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris, with her husband and their daughter.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9781788008785 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Heading Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Press Out and Colour: Birds Zoe Ingram
Make & colour your own beautiful 3D bird ornaments with this beautiful and unique press-out board book.
Description Each press-out design is intricately decorated with foil and perfect for all ages to colour in. Featuring 10 unique designs, the press-out pieces can be slotted together to create bright and cheerful hanging ornaments. From a chirpy robin to a proud peacock, these gorgeous birds are perfect to hang around the home and add sparkle to any setting.
About the Author Zoe originally hails from chilly, yet beautiful Edinburgh in Scotland but upped sticks in 2009 for a life in the sun with her young family. Adelaide, Australia is now home where Zoe's biggest inspirations are, her two daughters. The sunshine, flora and fauna of Australia also play a big part in her work. When she's not illustrating or designing patterns, Zoe, who studied textiles in Scotland, likes to stay in touch with her past by knitting, weaving and painting. She also likes to swim and keep fit, hand make little notebooks and experiment with jewellery making.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780857637673 Format: Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 148h x 210w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Press Out and Decorate: Unicorns Kate McLelland
Make your own beautiful, 3D decorations with this board book of press-out unicorns, rainbows and clouds!
Description Each press-out design is intricately decorated with pink foil and perfect for all ages to decorate. Featuring 20 unique designs, the press-out pieces can be slotted together to create magical three-dimensional hanging ornaments or threaded together to make a super cute garland. From flying unicorns and shooting stars to fluffy clouds and rainbows, these gorgeous press-out pieces look elegant in white and pink, but even better as a decorated collection of flying unicorns.
About the Author For as long as she can remember, Kate has loved drawing and painting. Outdoor holidays with her family inspired hours of doodling animals and nature. She is the illustrator for both the Christmas and Easter Decorations titles, and has a number of books being published, including Blackbird, Blackbird, What Do You Do? and What's Below?. Kate lives in Edinburgh with her husband and two children.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788002172 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 210h x 148w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Farmyard Friends: Higgly Hen illustrated by Axel Scheffler
An Axel Scheffler board book with a friendly, rhyming farmyard tale.
Description A friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Higgly Hen has lost her chicks! Oh dear, wherever can they be? Follow Higgly around the farmyard as she searches for her missing chicks. Other titles in the series include: Gobbly Goat, Cuddly Cow and Portly Pig
Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud.
About the Author Axel is best known for his partnership with Julia Donaldson, on books including Room on the Broom and The Gruffalo. For Nosy Crow, Axel has illustrated a number of other highly successful titles, including the Pip and Posy series, The Grunts and the bestselling Flip Flap series. Axel lives in London with his partner and young daughter.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788006927 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 160h x 210w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Farmyard Friends: Portly Pig illustrated by Axel Scheffler
An Axel Scheffler board book with a friendly, rhyming farmyard tale
Description A friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from bestselling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler Portly Pig loves nothing more than being mucky! He sets off around the farm in search of a big muddy puddle, but what will he do when it starts to rain? Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring much loved artwork from illustrator of The Gruffalo and the Pip and Posy series. With simple, yet funny texts that are perfect for reading aloud. p>Other titles in the series include: Gobbly Goat, Higgly Hen and Cuddly Cow
About the Author Axel is best known for his partnership with Julia Donaldson, on books including Room on the Broom and The Gruffalo. For Nosy Crow, Axel has illustrated a number of other highly successful titles, including the Pip and Posy series, The Grunts and the bestselling Flip Flap series. Axel lives in London with his partner and young daughter.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788006934 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 155h x 207w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Bizzy Bear: Football Player illustrated by Benji Davies
Robust board books perfect for engaging the very young.
Description Little readers will love to use the chunky mechanisms to help Bizzy make passes to his teammates and score goals in this robust board book all about playing football. With wonderfully detailed illustrations by Benji Davies, it's perfect for engaging the very young.
About the Author From a young age, Benji was invariably to be found drawing and painting at the kitchen table, a scene which is often repeated to this day. He is the illustrator of the incredibly successful Bizzy Bear titles, which have been published in 23 languages, and has written a number of recent picture books, including The Storm Whale and Grandad's Island. He is the winner of the inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize 2014 and the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award 2015. Benji lives in east London with his wife and young daughter. His website and blog can be found at www.benjidavies.com.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788008426 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 178h x 178w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Bizzy Bear Book and Blocks set illustrated by Benji Davies
Tactile card blocks and a mini Bizzy Bear board book presented in a beautiful box: a great gift package
Description With a set of nine picture blocks and a cute board book edition of Bizzy Bear Things That Go, this book and jigsaw block pack is perfect for little hands!
About the Author From a young age, Benji was invariably to be found drawing and painting at the kitchen table, a scene which is often repeated to this day. He is the illustrator of the incredibly successful Bizzy Bear titles, which have been published in 23 languages, as well as the Bizzy Bear app, and has written a number of recent picture books, including The Storm Whale and Grandad's Island. He is the winner of the inaugural Oscar's First Book Prize 2014 and the Sainsbury's Children's Book Award 2015. Benji lives in east London with his wife and young daughter. His website and blog can be found at www.benjidavies.com.
Price: AU $22.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9781788003384 Format: Misc HB Package Type: BOOK BLOCKS Dimensions: 180h x 180w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Unicorn Academy: Phoebe and Shimmer Julie Sykes, illustrated by Lucy Truman
When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!
Description When your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed! Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.
Phoebe and Shimmer are having a brilliant time at Unicorn Academy. They're always on the lookout for excitement and adventure! On a school trip to the coast, a freak weather event puts everyone in danger. Shimmer's magic might be able to save them - but they'll have to think fast and be very brave!
With a glittery cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Lucy Truman, Unicorn Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure. Have you read the other Unicorn Academy stories? Sophia and Rainbow, Scarlett and Blaze, Ava and Star, Isabel and Cloud, Layla and Dancer, Olivia and Snowflake, Rosa and Crystal, Ariana and Whisper, Matilda and Pearl, Freya and Honey, Violet and Twinkle, Isla and Buttercup, Lily and Feather
About the Author As a child, Julie Sykes was always telling tales. Not the "she ate all the cake" sort, but wild and exaggerated tales of everyday events. Julie still loves stories and has written over 70 books published worldwide. Julie lives in Hampshire in an old cottage with her family and a white wolf cunningly disguised as a dog. When she's not writing she likes eating cake, reading and walking, often at the same time.
Since graduating from Loughborough University with a degree in Illustration, Lucy Truman has become one of the UK's leading commercial illustrators. Her inspiration often comes from the very funny little people in her own life, including family holidays with her nephew as well as her own children. Lucy also draws inspiration from popular culture, fashion and all things vintage to create her fabulous artworks. She finds people-watching a huge source of help, and also very Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788009263 entertaining. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Helpful Hedgehog illustrated by Sophy Williams, Amelia Cobb
At Zoe's Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!
Description At Zoe's Rescue Zoo only the cutest, cuddliest animals need apply!Zoe loves living at her uncle's rescue zoo because there's always something exciting going on. And Zoe also has an amazing secret... She can actually TALK to the animals! When Zoe's school friends visit the rescue zoo to pick a class animal, Hugo the hedgehog wants to help. But he keeps getting into trouble! Can Zoe find a way for Hugo to be helpful? Another fantastic title in the perfect series for young animal lovers, beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams. Have you read Zoe's other adventures?The Lonely Lion Cub, The Puzzled Penguin, The Silky Seal Pup, The Eager Elephant, The Lucky Snow Leopard, The Pesky Polar Bear, The Cuddly Koala, The Wild Wolf Pup, The Happy Hippo, The Sleepy Snowy Owl, The Scruffy Sea Otter, The Picky Puffin, The Giggly Giraffe, The Curious Kangaroo, The Super Sloth, The Little Llama, The Messy Meerkat
About the Author Amelia Cobb is sadly not a real person, although there is a real author behind the Zoe's Rescue Zoo stories. If Amelia did exist, we like to think that she'd live by the sea with her two goldfish, Flip and Flop, and write her stories at a small desk by the window, listening to the radio and wearing a brightly-coloured scarf at all times.
Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book. She spent some of her childhood in exotic locations such as Singapore, Hong Kong and the Middle East and often finds her illustrations being influenced by these places. Her pictures are filled with atmosphere and drama created with soft pastels. She now lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish. When not illustrating she sings and performs in a choir, grows fruit and veg on her allotment and drinks lots coffee with her friends.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 ISBN: 9781788009324 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 A Christmas in Time Sally Nicholls, illustrated by Rachael Dean
The second in a brilliant time-slip adventure series by the award-winning author of Things a Bright Girl Can Do.
Description Fun-filled, action-packed adventures in time from best-selling, award-winning author, Sally Nicholls. When Alex and Ruby fall through the mirror in their aunt's house, they find themselves in a different historical period, each time with a different task to perform before they can return to the present. From Edwardian crime capers to Victorian Christmasses, their time- slip stories are always exciting and beautifully told.
A Victorian Christmas is lovely - all the food and candles and games and singing - unless you're poor, motherless Edith who is condemned to be sent to a cruel boarding school on Boxing Day. Can Alex and Ruby persuade her strict father that home is where the heart is instead?
Classic storytelling from a brilliant writer and beautifully illustrated throughout by Rachael Dean, with covers by Isabelle Follath. One of these books is never enough!
About the Author Sally Nicholls was born in Stockton-on-Tees, just after midnight, in a thunderstorm. She spent most of her childhood trying to make real life as much like a book as possible. Her first book, Ways to Live Forever, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2008 and in 2015 her book An Island of Our Own was shortlisted for the Costa children's prize. Sally lives in a little house in Oxford, writing stories and trying to believe her luck.
Rachael Dean is a UK based freelance illustrator, who lives on the coast near Liverpool. She studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Liverpool John Moore's University, and graduated in 2017 with a First Class Honours degree. Rachael works traditionally painting images which are vivid and bold. She has a penchant for pattern but her real passion lies in the outdoors and travelling. She loves to gather inspiration from beautiful scenes of nature, which is often reflected in her work. Rachael's clients include Andersen Press, Chicken House, Nosy Crow, Egmont, Puffin and Penguin Random House US. Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788007337 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 208 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 A Chase In Time Sally Nicholls, illustrated by Rachael Dean
A fast-paced adventure full of car chases, arson and cake!
Description A fast-paced adventure full of car chases, arson and cake!The old gilt-edged mirror has hung in Alex's aunt's house for as long as he can remember. Alex hardly notices it, until the day he and his sister are pulled through the mirror, back into 1912. It's the same house, but a very different place to live, and the people they meet need their help. Soon they're caught up in car chases and treasure hunts as they race to find a priceless golden cup - but will they ever be able to return to their own time?From multi-award-winning author Sally Nicholls, A Chase In Time is the first in a brilliant time-slip adventure series for 7+ readers, beautifully illustrated inside by Rachael Dean, with cover illustrations by Isabelle Follath.
About the Author Sally Nicholls was born in Stockton-on-Tees, just after midnight, in a thunderstorm. She spent most of her childhood trying to make real life as much like a book as possible. Her first book, Ways to Live Forever, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2008 and in 2015 her book An Island of Our Own was shortlisted for the Costa children's prize. Sally lives in a little house in Oxford, writing stories and trying to believe her luck.
Rachael Dean is a UK based freelance illustrator, who lives on the coast near Liverpool. She studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Liverpool John Moore's University, and graduated in 2017 with a First Class Honours degree. Rachael works traditionally painting images which are vivid and bold. She has a penchant for pattern but her real passion lies in the outdoors and travelling. She loves to gather inspiration from beautiful scenes of nature, which is often reflected in her work. Rachael's clients include Andersen Press, Chicken House, Nosy Crow, Egmont, Puffin and Penguin Random House US.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788008662 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 208 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Sticky Pines: The Thing At Black Hole Lake Dashe Roberts
The second in a fast-paced, funny sci-fi series for middle-grade readers.
Description The sequel to The Bigwoof Conspiracy takes us back to Sticky Pines, a small US town where weird things happen. Milo, loyal to his double-crossing, business-mogul father, has taken a trip to Black Hole Lake, leaving Lucy to continue her search into alien life and the Truth that she knows is out there. Milo's discovery of a sinister, dark creature in the Lake will put them both in terrible danger and also - if they survive their adventure - make them friends again.
Perfect for younger siblings of Stranger Things' fans, The Thing at Black Hole Lake is laugh-out-loud, hair-raising sci-fi that will raise more questions about extraterrestrial life on earth than it answers...
About the Author Dashe Roberts spent most of her life in California and studied Psychology and Film at UC Berkeley. After several years working in New York as a playwright and actress, she moved to London and received an MA in Children's Literature. Dashe loves stories that contain elements of mystery, adventure and the uncanny, and The Bigwoof Conspiracy is her debut novel for children.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788008174 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 336 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Sticky Pines: The Bigwoof Conspiracy Dashe Roberts
What do a monster, a sweetener made from pine tree sap and the Fisher family have to do with one another? Lucy may be the only one who can find out: she's the only one who really believes that some strange truth is out there.
Description When twelve-year-old, UFO-obsessed, Lucy Sladan sneaks out in the middle of a thunderstorm to investigate the unexplained disappearances in her hometown of Sticky Pines, she finds more than she bargained for: a huge hairy creature, a thirteen-year-old stranger named Milo Fisher and a deep-rooted secret.
Together, Lucy and Milo become entwined in a mystery that threatens to engulf the whole town of Sticky Pines and its weird and wonderful residents.
Sticky Pines: The Bigwoof Conspiracy is the debut novel for children by the talented Dashe Roberts.
About the Author Dashe Roberts spent most of her life in California and studied Psychology and Film at UC Berkeley. After several years working in New York as a playwright and actress, she moved to London and received an MA in Children's Literature. Dashe loves stories that contain elements of mystery, adventure and the uncanny, and The Bigwoof Conspiracy is her debut novel for children.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788006866 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 304 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Minecraft: The Ultimate Guide to Survival Mode Daniel Lipscombe
The ultimate guide to surviving in all three Minecraft dimensions. 100% unofficial.
Description This fully illustrated unofficial guide is packed with tips to help you stay alive in Minecraft's Survival mode. It covers everything you could possibly want to accomplish - you'll learn how to explore, fight mobs, mine materials, craft equipment, hunt down loot and build an epic base in the Overworld. When you're ready to visit the Nether, you'll find out how to make it out alive with an inventory full of rare items to help you brew potions. And when it's finally time for you to visit the End to battle the ender dragon, you'll learn the best tips and tricks to succeed.
With the help of this guide, you'll be master of all three dimensions in no time, and you'll have fun doing it.
About the Author
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781787418653 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 210h x 148w mm Extent: 160 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Minecraft Ultimate Survival 10 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 10 copies plus a free display copy
Description Pack includes 10 copies plus a free display copy
About the Author
Price: AU $249.90 NZ $279.90 ISBN: 9324551077412 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Sherlocked! The official escape room puzzle book Tom Ue,
Solve puzzles, choose your path and solve the mystery in this official Sherlock puzzle book!
Description Step into the shoes of the world's favourite detectives and help Holmes and Watson solve a kidnapping case while systematically becoming trapped in a series of locked rooms themselves. This unique puzzle book emulates the experience of working your way out of an escape room. These have become a popular pastime with puzzlers of all ages, with an estimated 10,000 escape rooms worldwide.
The mysteries of the case reveal themselves as you solve logic puzzles, unravel riddles, crack codes, unlock doors and discover secrets. With decisions to make along the way, and four possible endings, you are sure to get lost in this intricate and mysterious tale - but hopefully not forever.
With puzzles created by the Escape Room Guys - expert escape room consultants based in the US - and an intriguing story written by professor Tom Ue, this official Sherlock Holmes book is the perfect gift for puzzlers, escape room enthusiasts or Holmes fans.
About the Author Tom Ue is a professor and critic specialising in nineteenth-century British literature at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Canada. He is an expert on the world of Sherlock Holmes, and has written extensively on Arthur Conan Doyle and his works.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781787417694 Format: C-Format PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 234h x 153w mm Extent: 304 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Choose You! Sharie Coombes
Non-fiction guide for teens.
Description Warning! This book could seriously improve your happiness.
With Dr. Sharie's carefully devised Choose You! process, teens will discover how to take control of deciding who they want to be.
Choose You! is for teenagers who want to...
- Be challenged by thought-provoking ideas - Learn about the neuroscience of the teenage brain - Discover philosophical and psychological concepts - Complete activities and find out how they can reinvent themselves and build self-confidence.
Focusing on obtaining personal happiness, this book contains psychology with aspects of science, philosophy, practical advice and therapeutic concepts. The interactive exercises throughout the book will guide the teenager through the Choose You! process, helping them uncover the person that they choose to be.
About the Author Author Biography Dr. Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser and consultant who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. She has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, Sharie now works as a volunteer psychosocial practitioner in the British Red Cross Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781787417106 with the Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 288 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 How to Talk so Teens will Listen & Listen so Teens will Talk Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
From the widely-acclaimed How to Talk series, discover the tools to combat the often stormy years of adolescence.
Description From the widely-acclaimed How to Talk series, discover the tools to combat the often stormy years of adolescence.
Packed with practical, accessible advice and guidelines, both parents and teens will learn how to: Engage cooperation; Take appropriate action; Avoid lectures; Express your feelings and understand each other; Work out solutions together.
About the Author Internationally acclaimed experts on communication between adults and children, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish have produced a body of work that has won the gratitude of parents and the enthusiastic praise of the professional community. Their first book, Liberated Parents/Liberated Children, was selected by the Book of the Month club and received the Christopher Award. Their subsequent books, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk and Siblings Without Rivalry (#1 on The New York Times bestseller list) have sold over three million copies and have been translated into over thirty languages. Adele and Elaine both live on Long Island in the USA. Find them at www.fabermazlish.com
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781853408571 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 224 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
In this international bestseller, discover the number one practical guide to family life.
Description Parenting experts Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish provide effective step by step techniques to help you improve and enrich your relationships with your children.
Learn how to: Break a pattern of arguments; Cope with your child's negative feelings; Engage your child's co-operation; Set clear limits and still maintain goodwill; Express your anger without being hurtful; Resolve family conflicts peacefully.
About the Author Internationally acclaimed experts on communication between adults and children, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish have produced a body of work that has won the gratitude of parents and the enthusiastic praise of the professional community. Their first book, Liberated Parents/Liberated Children, was selected by the Book of the Month club and received the Christopher Award. Their subsequent books, How to Talk so Kids will Listen & Listen so Kids will Talk and Siblings Without Rivalry (#1 on The New York Times bestseller list) have sold over three million copies and have been translated into over thirty languages. Adele and Elaine both live on Long Island in the USA. Find them at www.fabermazlish.com
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781848123090 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 368 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Night the Reindeer Saved Christmas Raj Kaur Khaira, illustrated by Kasia Nowowiejska
Find out how Santa Claus met his team of reindeer in this festive, feminist picture book.
Description It's almost Christmas Eve and the rockets on Mr Claus's sleigh have exploded! With just hours to go, Mr Claus sets out to find a creature that can help him deliver Christmas gifts across the world.
The polar bears are strong, but they're too sleepy. The narwhals are fast, but the presents get too wet. The reindeer might just be the perfect creature to help... especially when Mr Claus discovers that the females have a secret... they can fly!
Illustrated by Kasia Nowowiejska, this charming picture book was inspired by the little known fact that Santa Claus's reindeer are female, as only female reindeer keep their antlers during the winter!
About the Author
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $17.99 ISBN: 9781787417823 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 250h x 250w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Small Worlds: Earth illustrated by Lara Hawthorne, Camilla De La Bedoyere
This beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book lets children explore small worlds in nature close-up.
Description In Small Worlds Earth, explore nature up close.
Look at what happens under the leaf litter in a forest, find out what lives in a single desert oasis, examine the top of a Brazil nut tree in the Amazon and much more.
What will you find when you explore these small worlds? Prepare to be surprised by the variety of life on each page of this gorgeous lift-the-flap book.
A fascinating exploration of the life and cycles in nature's small worlds.
About the Author Camilla De La Bedoyere (Author) Camilla de la Bedoyere has an academic background in zoology and has written more than 200 books for children and adults. She lives in London with her family and is a Fellow of the Zoological Society of London.
Lara Hawthorne (Illustrator) Lara Hawthorne graduated from Falmouth University in 2013. Her first picture book, Herb was published in 2014 and she was selected to illustrate Carol Ann Duffy's The King of Christmas (Picador, 2016). Inspired by nature, myths and legends, Lara creates wonderful small worlds with her distinct watercolour style. She currently lives in Bristol, UK.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781787415638 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: 18 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Big Picture AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Small Worlds: Water illustrated by Lara Hawthorne, Lily Murray
This beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book lets children explore small worlds in nature close-up.
Description Explore habitats on a small scale. Look closely at what lives in a rock pool, explore the roots of a mangrove tree; plunge deep into an underwater cave and more.
What will you find when you explore these small worlds? Prepare to be surprised by the variety of life on each page of this gorgeous lift-the-flap book.
About the Author Camilla De La Bedoyere (Author) Camilla de la Bedoyere has an academic background in zoology and has written more than 200 books for children and adults, many of which explore the natural world. She has also worked as a journalist, editing a children's page in a national newspaper, and is a specialist reading teacher. She lives in London with her family and is a Fellow of the Zoological Society of London.
Lara Hawthorne (Illustrator) Lara Hawthorne graduated from Falmouth University in 2013. Her first picture book, Herb was published in 2014 and she was selected to illustrate Carol Ann Duffy's The King of Christmas (Picador, 2016). Inspired by nature, myths and legends, Lara creates wonderful small worlds with her distinct watercolour style. She currently lives in Bristol, UK.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781787415621 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: 18 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Big Picture AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Balloon to the Moon Gill Arbuthnott, illustrated by Chris Nielsen
A fascinating countdown of the technologies, innovations and stories that led humans from the hot air balloon to walking on the moon.
Description THE STORY OF THE HUMAN JOURNEY TO SPACE
Long before anyone had designed a rocket, the Montgolfier brothers were making hot air balloons. In October 1783, they became the first people to experience controlled flight. Balloon to the Moon starts there and leads to Neil Armstrong's 'small step' and beyond. But why stop there?
Learn about the great innovations of the past, then get ready for BLAST OFF into an unknown but exciting future.
About the Author Gill Arbuthnott (Author) Gill Arbuthnott lives in Edinburgh and has been a published author since 2003. She writes fiction and non-fiction and reckons that being a children's author is probably the best job in the world. Her recent books Dark Spell, Beneath and What Makes You You? have been shortlisted for major UK book awards. A former science teacher, she loves mixing scientific fact with wonderful anecdotes of people and places.
Chris Nielsen (Illustrator) Christopher Nielsen is an award-winning Sydney based illustrator. His work flows from a love of vintage design. Tin toys, Mexican wrestlers, Matchboxes, Medical Charts and Indian Goddesses all jostle for attention amongst the flotsam and jetsam in his flip-top head.
His images have been adopted by wineries, zoos, department stores, radio stations and fish mongers around the globe. When he's not making images or raising children he can be found on stage with his band The Ramalamas.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781787417748 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 300h x 235w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Big Picture AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Monstrous Book Of Monsters illustrated by Jonny Duddle, illustrated by Aleksei Bitskoff and Jonny Duddle
The ultimate guide to spotting and avoiding monsters with artwork from Jonny Duddle.
Description Do you dare delve into the freakishly funny Monstrous Book of Monsters where nothing is as it seems? Dr Thomas Jelly has packed his notebook with nauseating novelties and foul facts to teach readers how to avoid monsters, to spot them in the news or on the street and give us all a peek inside their dangerous (and smelly) world. At the end, readers learn that Dr Jelly has fallen foul of the infamous book monster - the readers themselves will be lucky to escape the same fate.
About the Author Libby Hamilton has written a variety of children's books including Templar's best-selling Peter Pan, the hilarious Monstrous Book of Monsters and, most recently, the enchanting How to Find a Fairy Tale.
Jonny Duddle overheard the story of his first book The Pirate Cruncher while sailing on a square-rigger. Since then he has written even stranger tales including The Pirates of Scurvy Sands,The Pirates Next Door, Gigantosaurus and The King of Space. The Pirates Next Door won the Waterstones Prize in 2012 and was shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize. Now in danger of becoming a landlubber, Jonny lives in Wales with his wife, Jane, and their daughters, Daisy and Rosie.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781787416895 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 230w mm Extent: 20 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Prehistoric Pets Dean Lomax, illustrated by Mike Love
What did your Guinea pig's great great great great greatgrandparentlook like? Palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax takes a look at seven favourite pets and, using fossil clues, reveals their prehistoric animal ancestors.
Description We take a close look at our pets, from guinea pigs to cats to horses, and - as if they were furry time machines - use fossil facts to trace them back to their prehistoric animal ancestors, with bright artwork, bags of humour and plenty of facts for readers to get their teeth into. Written by palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax.
Incredible pop-ups bring you face-to-face with awesome ancient creatures, including a Velociraptor, a sabre-tooth cat and the giant snake Titanoboa. Full of fun facts about amazing animals and fascinating fossils.
About the Author Dean Lomax (Author) Internationally recognised award-winning palaeontologist, presenter and author, Dean Lomax has travelled the globe excavating dinosaurs, and has described several new species of prehistoric reptile along the way. A Visiting Scientist at The University of Manchester, UK, Dean is passionate about communicating palaeontology and has presented on TV, including ITV's Dinosaur Britain. Author of several books, scientific papers and articles, Dean has a gold medal for excellence in science and he is also the patron of the UK Association of Fossil Hunters (UKAFH).
Mike Love (Illustrator) From astronauts and knights to vampires and dragons, Mike has a love for working with imagination and narrative. He has worked with publishers such as Bloomsbury, Scholastic, Orion, OUP and many more. Mike has a Master's Degree in Fine Art from the University of Aberystwyth.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781787415331 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 250h x 250w mm Extent: 16 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Molly and the Mathematical Mystery Eugenia Cheng, illustrated by Aleksandra Artymowska
Find the clues and lift the flaps on this mathematical mystery
Description Join Molly as she ventures into a curious world where nothing is quite as it seems... A trail of clues lead from scene to scene, presenting Molly with a number of challenges. But who is leaving the clues and where will they lead?
This interactive mystery shows maths isn't just about numbers and sums - its about imagination! An explorative and creative approach to the sometimes daunting topic of maths.
About the Author Eugenia Cheng is a mathematician and pianist, passionate about overcoming maths phobia. Her acclaimed books for adults, including How to Bake Pi, have been published in twelve languages. Molly and the Mathematical Mystery is her first children's book.
Aleksandra is an illustrator, graphic designer and painter from Poland. She graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw in 2005, and received the Provost Award for the best diploma. Aleksandra now splits her time between Poland and Israel.
Price: AU $32.99 NZ $34.99 ISBN: 9781787415683 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 305h x 248w mm Extent: 30 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The World's Most Magnificent Machines David Long, illustrated by Simon Tyler
Taking our lead from the travel posters of the 20s and 30s, a beautiful and thrilling round-up of 32 of the best Magnificent Machines from across history.
Description The longest ship ever built, the heaviest digger and the largest aeroplane, the world's first working motorcar, and its most expensive one. What machines like these have in common is that they all say a lot about the inventiveness and imagination of the people who conceived and created them. Some of them are useful, others are just a bit of fun, but the best ones are truly magnificent, and fascinating to discover.
Designed to drive faster, fly higher, carry more cargo or - in the case of space rockets - travel hundreds of thousands of miles to places no-one has ever been before, not every idea has worked but the best have been inspired and inspirational, and in a few cases they have gone on to change the world.
It is the human stories and atmospheric art that make this a book to actually read and delight in.
About the Author Writer and historian David Long is the author of the acclaimed Animals' VC: For Gallantry and Devotion and the Blue Peter award-winning author of Survivors, Heroes and Rescue, which have total combined sales of 50,000 copies. He lives in Suffolk and has two teenage sons.
Simon Tyler is an author, illustrator and graphic designer. In 2013 he launched the acclaimed infographic poster brand Atomic Printworks. His books include Bugs, Insects and Adventures in Space. He lives on the Sussex coast with his young family, and enjoys climbing rocks and collecting bicycles.
Price: AU $39.99 NZ $45.00 ISBN: 9780571347186 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 235h x 305w mm Extent: 184 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 How It All Blew Up Arvin Ahmadi
The power of finding yourself, finding your people and living your truth
Description Arvin Ahmadi has written a novel that is authentic, hilarious and heart-wrenching all at once. A unique point of view combined with riveting storytelling, How It All Blew Up will grab you from the first the page and won't let go - Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE HATE U GIVE and ON THE COME UP
Eighteen-year-old Amir Azadi always knew that coming out to his Muslim family would be messy, but he wasn't expecting it to end in an airport interrogation room. Now, he's telling his side of the story to the stern-faced officer.
Amir has to explain why he ran away to Rome (boys, bullies, blackmail) and what he was doing there for a month (dates in the Sistine Chapel, friends who helped him accept who he is, and, of course, drama) . . . all while his mum, dad and little sister are being interrogated in the room next door.
A nuanced take on growing up brown, Muslim and gay in today's America, HOW IT ALL BLEW UP is the story of one boy's struggle to come out to his family, and how that painful process exists right alongside his silly, sexy romp through Italy.
About the Author Arvin Ahmadi is the author of two previous critically-acclaimed novels, Down and Across (2018) and Girl Gone Viral (2019). He grew up outside Washington DC, graduated from Columbia University, and worked in the tech industry prior to becoming a full-time writer. When he's not reading or writing books, he can be found watching late-night talk-show interviews and editing Wikipedia pages. He lives in New York City.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781471409929 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 288 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 TikTok Famous - The Ultimate Fan Book Malcolm Croft
Featuring more than 60 full-colour photographs and engaging and entertaining words, Social Media Superstars: TikTok is the first book to shine a spotlight on TikTok's most talented and famous creators. Perfect for anyone who wants to know more about their favourite TikTok stars, it's packed with facts, stats and trivia.
Description What do Charli D'Amelio, Zach King, Loren Gray and Addison Rae all have in common? They're all TikTok Famous! TikTok Famous - The Ultimate Fan Book is an accessible and informative map of the TikTok stars of today, and the viral icons of tomorrow. TikTok is the world's hottest social media phenomenon, and the video platform is ushering in a new age of Generation Z celebrities. The most popular of these stars have followings of more than 30 million, and hail from the United States, China, India and beyond, sharing their content with a truly global community.
Featuring more than 60 full-colour photographs and engaging and entertaining words, TikTok Famous - The Ultimate Fan Book is the first book to shine a spotlight on TikTok's most talented and famous creators. Perfect for anyone who wants to know more about their favourite TikTok stars, it's packed with facts, stats and trivia.
About the Author Malcolm Croft is a celebrated author and music journalist. He has worked with many of the world's most important bands, including The Flaming Lips, Coldplay and The Verve, and is the author of more than 15 books on popular culture and music, including BTS: The Ultimate Fan Book.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781838610760 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 280h x 216w mm Extent: 64 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Mortimer AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Thank You Joseph Coelho, illustrated by Sam Usher
A lyrical, joyful charity picture book about gratitude and community, inspired by the efforts of key workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Description Tatenda says 'Thank you' every day, whenever he can. 'Thank you' to Mum for making his breakfast, 'Thank you' to the post lady who delivers the letters, 'Thank you' to his teacher and 'Thank you' to the shop assistant. But lately it seems that everyone's heads are too foggy with worry to hear him. So Tatenda says an extra-big, extra- special 'Thank you'… and this time, it cheers up the whole community!
About the Author Joseph Coelho is an award winning poet and performer from London, although he now lives by the sea. In 2019 he won the Independent Bookshop Week Picture Book Award for If All the World Were. He won the 2015 CLPE CLiPPA Poetry Award with his debut poetry collection Werewolf Club Rules. His debut Picture Book, Luna Loves Library Day was voted one of the nations favourite picture books by a survey led by World Book Day. His other poetry books include How To Write Poems and A Year Of Nature Poems. Sam Usher spent most of his childhood reading, drawing and forgetting to do his schoolwork. His debut picture book, Can You See Sassoon?, was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the Red House Award. He has since illustrated We are Not Frogs by Michael Morpurgo (Barrington Stoke), Refuge by Anne Booth (Nosy Crow) and written two of his own stories: Snow and Rain (Templar Publishing). He lives in London, where he enjoys trespassing and playing the piano.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780711262034 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 276h x 235w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 While We Can't Hug Eoin McLaughlin, illustrated by Polly Dunbar
From the team behind the bestselling The Hug, a heart-warming picture book that shows us ways to be affectionate while social distancing.
Description Hedgehog and Tortoise were the best of friends. They wanted to give each other a great, big hug. But they weren't allowed to touch.
"Don't worry," said Owl. "There are lots of ways to show someone you love them."
So the two friends wave to each other, blow kisses, sing songs, dance around and write letters. And even though they can't hug and they can't touch, they both know that they are loved.
A gorgeous, uplifting, inspiring picture book that makes social distancing fun!
About the Author Polly Dunbar is one of the best-known illustrators working in the UK today. Polly's bestselling book, Penguin, won numerous awards including the BookTrust Early Year's Award, the Nestle Silver Children's Book Prize, the Red House Children's Book of the Year Award and was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal. Polly was chosen as one of BookTrust's Ten Best Illustrators. Polly is the illustrator of Shoe Baby, Pat-a-Cake Baby and two picture books written by David Almond. Polly created 'Tilly and Friends', a series which is now animated on CBeebies. Polly lives in the Waveny Valley, Suffolk with her partner and their two boys.
Eoin McLaughlin was born in Ireland and now lives in Surrey with his partner and their young son. When he's not hugging them, he's writing more stories. The Hug was his debut picture book. He also wrote Secret Agent Elephant, illustrated by Ross Collins and The Case of the Missing Cake, illustrated by Marc Boutavant, and has many more picture books in the
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 pipeline. ISBN: 9780571365586 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 250h x 250w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 An ABC of Equality Chana Ginelle Ewing, illustrated by Paulina Morgan
ALL people have the right to be treated fairly, no matter who they are, what they look like or where they come from. This is called equality. An ABC of Equality introduces complicated concepts to the youngest of children.
Description A is for Ability, B is for Belief, C is for Class. All people have the right to be treated fairly, no matter who they are, what they look like or where they come from. This bestselling book An ABC of Equality introduces complicated concepts surrounding social justice to the youngest of children. From A to Z, simple explanations accompanied by engaging artwork teach children about the world we live in and how to navigate our way through it. Each right-hand page includes a brightly decorated letter with the word it stands for and an encouraging slogan. On the left, a colourful illustration and bite- size text sum up the concept. Cheerful people from a range of backgrounds, ethnicities and abilities lead the way through the alphabet.
• L is for LGBTQIA. Find the words that make you, you. • N is for No. No means no. • P is for Privilege. Be aware of your advantages. • X is for Xenophobia. Ask questions and you'll see there's nothing to be afraid of.
Celebrate your Differences, ask more Questions, share your Kindness and learn to Understand the world.
About the Author Chana Ginelle Ewing is a storyteller, strategist and entrepreneur who galvanizes communities of color, young people, and women to make cultural dents that move society forward.Paulina Morgan works as an independent illustrator based in Santiago de Chile. She studied design before moving to Barcelona, Spain to obtain her master's degree in Art Direction. She worked in advertising before deciding to pursue her passion for illustration.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780711262133 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 235h x 191w mm Extent: 56 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Incredible Hotel Kate Davies and Isabelle Follath
A visually stunning picture book about The Incredible Hotel and Stefan, who dreams of being a chef. Illustrated by up-and-coming talent Isabelle Follath.
Description A stunning, nostalgic picture book about a beautiful hotel and the people who stay, live and work there. Perfect for children 4+. If you ever go to the great city of Delaunay, take a left at the Duchess's palace and cross the Bridge of Spires, and here you will find The Incredible Hotel. Everything runs like clockwork, thanks to Stefan the kitchen porter, who brews the coffee every morning, and dreams of being a chef. Until the morning of the Grand Ball, when a fire starts in the kitchen just as the Duchess of Delaunay arrives... can Stefan save the day? With a style that evokes Wes Anderson- esque imaginary worlds, this is a timeless tale to read again and again from the award winning illustrator of JOY. Each time you read it you will notice new details - look out for the cat and mouse hiding on every page, who have their own little story to tell!
About the Author Kate Davies is a writer and editor of childrens books. She lives and works in London.Isabelle Follath lives in Zurich, Switzerland with her husband, her daughter and her dog. She has been working as a freelance illustrator for advertising agencies, magazines and publishers for over 15 years, but Joy is her first picture book for children. Her work mainly uses ink, pencils and watercolour, alongside digital techniques.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9780711243934 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 276h x 235w mm Extent: 40 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Choose Your Own Ultimate Football Heroes Adventure: Ronaldo Matt & Tom Oldfield
From the Playground to the Pitch
Description All eyes are on you as you step out onto the pitch in one of the most important football matches of your professional career. You have a goalscoring record to maintain and an important tournament to win, but are you up to the task? Step into the shoes of one of the greatest footballers in the world, Ronaldo, in this action-packed choose your own adventure book. With several possible endings, you must try to navigate your way through the professional world of football and make the right choices at every turn. Will you follow the path of fame and glory, or will you struggle to keep up with the competition?
Written by the author of the Ultimate Football Heroes series, this choose your own adventure book is sure to appeal to fans of the series and aspiring footballers everywhere. There is something new to discover every time you open the book and lots of exciting scenarios and endings to experience.
About the Author With my brother Tom, I write the Ultimate Football Heroes and Classic Football Heroes series. These fun football books tell the exciting life stories of superstars like Gareth Bale, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, from the playground right through to the pitch. If you're a football-mad kid aged 7-12, you've come to the right place! For more info, visit heroesfootball.com
Price: AU $11.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781789462364 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 176 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Dino AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Ronaldo (Football Heroes) Matt Oldfield
Meet Cristiano Ronaldo: ultimate football hero!
Description Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life-stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to super-star professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
About the Author Matt Oldfield is an accomplished writer and the editor-in-chief of football review site Of Pitch and Page.
Price: AU $11.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781786064059 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 176 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Dino AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Queen, the Princes and the Mermaid illustrated by Lucie Arnoux, translated by Misha Hoekstra and Hans Christian Andersen
Description A sister struggles to break the spell that has turned her ten brothers into swans; a mermaid leaves her underwater world behind for love; a girl journeys across unknown lands to rescue her friend from the clutches of the Snow Queen, who has imprisoned his heart in ice.
These five renowned tales are some of the most magical and inspiring to spring from Hans Christian Andersen's rich imagination.
Contains: 'The Snow Queen', 'The Wild Swans', 'The Nightingale', 'The Little Mermaid', 'The True-Hearted Tin Soldier'
About the Author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark, the son of a poor shoemaker. The king helped to pay for his education, enabling him to become a short-story writer, novelist and playwright. He remains best known for his fairy tales, a selection of which is included in this book.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781782692942 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 200h x 148w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Hungry Ghost H.S. Norup
Description Freja arrives in Singapore during the month of the hungry ghost, when old spirits are said to roam the streets and families must make offerings to appease their ancestors. She's homesick for her Danish hometown and isn't sure she fits in with the 'happy family' of her father, her step-mother and twin step-brothers.
As Freja tries to settle into her new life, a mysterious girl in a white dress starts to appear to her, seeming to beckon her on. Following this figure, Freja begins to unravel an old family mystery - one that must be solved before the month is over, to allow both girls to be freed from secrets long-buried.
About the Author H. S. Norup grew up in Denmark and has since lived in the UK, the US, Austria, Singapore and Switzerland, where she resides with her husband and two teenage sons. She has a master's degree in economics and business administration and sixteen years' experience in corporate marketing strategy and communications. When she's not writing or reading, she spends her time outdoors either skiing, hiking, walking, golfing or taking photos. Her debut novel, The Missing Barbegazi, which was shortlisted for the Red Dot Award and named a Sunday Times Book of the Year, is also available from Pushkin Children's.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781782692690 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 256 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Ways to Say I Love You Marilyn Singer, illustrated by Alette Straathof
A beautiful and heartwarming picture book celebrating the ways in which Earths creatures say "I love you."
Description A sweet and lyrical picture book for younger children celebrating all the ways that creatures on our planet say I love you. From snuggling garter snakes to big, cozy bear hugs, this book in verse shares how animals wed expect, and some we wouldnt, express affection for each other. Each animal interaction is compared with a similar human one, in beautifully blended illustrations composed by the talented Alette Strattoff - showing that we are not so different from our animal neighbours. Find out more about the animals in the back pages and discover how to say I love you in different languages.
About the Author Marilyn Singer is a multi-award-winning children's author who has written many books, spanning poetry, picture books, fiction and non-fiction. Her awards include the 2015 NCTE Award for Excellence in poetry, the Cybil Award for Poetry 2011, and several Children's Choice and Parents' Choice Awards, among others. She lives in Brooklyn, New York.Alette Straathof is an illustrator who lives and works in Paris, France. She graduated in January 2016 at the Willem de Kooning Academy in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Alette tries to hide small details in every one of her illustrations for people to discover - see if you can find them all.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9780711257351 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 290h x 235w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Step into The Nutcracker Cynthia Alonso
It was Christmas Eve in Marie's house. Her parents were having a party and she and her brother, Fritz, were wondering what wonderful present their Godfather would give them this year... This exquisite layered board book combines a simple narrative with die-cut holes and original illustrations to create a captivating storytelling experience.
Description Step inside the classic story of The Nutcracker. With gentle, engaging text, beautiful illustrations, die cut and layered pages, all of which encourage the reader to interact with the book and turn each page to delight in the increasingly expansive spreads.
About the Author Cynthia Alonso is an illustrator and graphic designer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She studied Graphic Design at Buenos Aires University, where she taught courses in typography for several years. Her work has been exhibited in the Society of Illustrators 58th Annual Exhibition and at Bologna International Children's Book Fair. She displays a lot of passion for the stories she is involved in and her work is full of life, textures and vibrant colours.Words, and pictures: two little words that, together, mean a lot. A high-quality imprint for young children, words & pictures was started in 2012. The imprint encapsulates three main focuses: imagination - because opening a book should also open a childs own imagination to possibilities; innovation - because children should be encouraged to create, not imitate; and inspiration - because books should make children want more: more books, more information, more of life itself. words & pictures represents a powerful and positive opportunity to open childrens minds to a world of discovery.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780711260559 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 260h x 185w mm Extent: 12 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Step into Alice In Wonderland Cynthia Alonso
One summer day, Alice was lying on the riverbank when… ‘Oh dear, oh dear! I shall be late!' a rabbit cried, dashing down a rabbit hole. Burning with curiosity, Alice followed it. Down, down, down she went... This exquisite layered board book combines a simple narrative with die-cut holes and original illustrations to create a captivating storytelling experience.
Description Step inside the classic story of Alice in Wonderland. With gentle, engaging text, beautiful illustrations, die cut and layered pages, all of which encourage the reader to interact with the book and turn each page to delight in the increasingly expansive spreads.
About the Author Cynthia Alonso is an illustrator and graphic designer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. She studied Graphic Design at Buenos Aires University, where she taught courses in typography for several years. Her work has been exhibited in the Society of Illustrators 58th Annual Exhibition and at Bologna International Children's Book Fair. She displays a lot of passion for the stories she is involved in and her work is full of life, textures and vibrant colours.Words, and pictures: two little words that, together, mean a lot. A high-quality imprint for young children, words & pictures was started in 2012. The imprint encapsulates three main focuses: imagination - because opening a book should also open a childs own imagination to possibilities; innovation - because children should be encouraged to create, not imitate; and inspiration - because books should make children want more: more books, more information, more of life itself. words & pictures represents a powerful and positive opportunity to open childrens minds to a world of discovery.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780711260535 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 260h x 185w mm Extent: 12 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The World Around Me Charlotte Guillain, illustrated by Oliver Averill
Explore busy and beautiful scenes from all around our wonderful world! This illustrated concertina book takes the reader on a journey, travelling through vibrant cities, experiencing different cultures and spotting historical landmarks, before trekking across the amazing natural landscapes on planet Earth.
Description Step out your front door and begin a journey of discovery around the world! Fold out the richly illustrated pages of this expansive concertina book to clamber over mountain ranges, trek through jungles and sail across vast seas. Spot wildlife, visit amazing cities, experience different cultures and see famous landmarks as you whiz by. With so much to explore on this globetrotting adventure, it's a good thing the book stretches to an incredible 2.5 meters long - you'll get halfway around the world before you even have to turn the page! Stretch out the books accordion-fold pages and take in the wonders of the worlds cities and landmarks - traveling through over 60 countries. Then turn it over and explore the amazing diversity of creatures and landscapes on planet Earth. What can you spot on your travels? Explore even more of the world with the critically acclaimed The Street Beneath My Feet (March 2017) and The Skies Above My Eyes (August 2018), companion books from the Look Closer series.
About the Author Charlotte Guillain lives in Oxfordshire, UK. She writes fiction and non-fiction for children, including the picture book Spaghetti with the Yeti, which was shortlisted for Oscar's First Book Prize 2014 and has featured in CBeebies Bedtime Stories. The Street Beneath My Feet, Charlotte's first title for words & pictures, was shortlisted for the UKLA Book Awards 2018 and named an ALSC Notable Children's Book 2018 in the All Ages category, as well as being selected by the Guardian as one of 15 ‘modern classics'.Oliver Averill is an illustrator based in the West Midlands of the United Kingdom, inspired by history and most things old fashioned. He graduated from Falmouth University with degree in illustration and enjoys creating his imagery through textures and mark making, which help create atmosphere in his work. Oliver loves to work on children's picture books, especially those with historical content. The bigger the battle, the better!
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9780711258150 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 350h x 320w mm Extent: 20 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 At School (People Who Help Us) Emeline Barrea
At school, all the staff are busy—the teachers, the teaching assistants, the learning support assistants, the kitchen staff, and more, all going about doing their everyday tasks. Vibrant scenes come to life using Venetian paper engineering to make the pictures in the story move. This second title in the new People Who Help Us series introduces young children to all the amazing work that our key workers do on a daily basis.
Description Watch the school come to life before your very eyes in this fun and interactive board book! Clever paper technology will amaze young children as they watch the scenes change as if by magic. The perfect boredom-buster for when you cant get outdoors, and a wonderful way of teaching about all the amazing jobs our key workers do. At school, all the staff are busy doing their everyday tasks. Find out what some of our teachers get up to in their working day, and watch the scenes change thanks to Venetian window paper technology. With a winning combination of bold, expressive artwork and engagingrhyming text, this interactive, bright, bold board book is sure to become a household favourite! The People Who Help Us board book series introduces children to the important jobs that our carers and key workers do - something which is now more important and timely than ever. Say thank you to our key workers with this playful interactive board book series.
About the Author Words, and pictures: two little words that, together, mean a lot. A high-quality imprint for young children, words & pictures was started in 2012. The imprint encapsulates three main focuses: imagination—because opening a book should also open a childs own imagination to possibilities; innovation—because children should be encouraged to create, not imitate; and inspiration—because books should make children want more: more books, more information, more of life itself. words & pictures represents a powerful and positive opportunity to open childrens minds to a world of discovery.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780711261846 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 144h x 144w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 At The Hospital (People who Help Us) Emeline Barrea
In the hospital, all the workers are busy—the doctors, the nurses, the paramedic, the porters, and more, all going about doing their everyday tasks. Vibrant scenes come to life using Venetian paper engineering to make the pictures in the story move. This first title in the new People Who Help Us series introduces young children to all the amazing work that our health carers do on a daily basis.
Description Watch the hospital come to life before your very eyes in this fun and interactive board book! Clever paper technology will amaze young children as they watch the scenes change as if by magic. The perfect boredom-buster for when you cant get outdoors, and a wonderful way of teaching about all the amazing work our health carers do. In the hospital, all the staff are busy doing their everyday tasks. Find out what some of our hospital workers get up to in their working day, and watch the scenes change thanks to Venetian window paper technology. With a winning combination of bold, expressive artwork and engagingrhyming text, this interactive, bright, bold board book is sure to become a household favourite! The People Who Help Us board book series introduces children to the important jobs that our carers and key workers do—something which is now more important and timely than ever. Say thank you to our key workers with this playful interactive board book series.
About the Author Words, and pictures: two little words that, together, mean a lot. A high-quality imprint for young children, words & pictures was started in 2012. The imprint encapsulates three main focuses: imagination—because opening a book should also open a childs own imagination to possibilities; innovation—because children should be encouraged to create, not imitate; and inspiration—because books should make children want more: more books, more information, more of life itself. words & pictures represents a powerful and positive opportunity to open childrens minds to a world of discovery.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780711261839 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 144h x 144w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Stop that Virus! Susanna Rumiz
A large venetian blinds format board book introducing children to the concept of immunology.
Description Intruder alert! Follow a virus as it tries to attack a body and meet the team of cells, enzymes and antibodies that that work together to fight back and defeat the enemy germ. Enzymes, enter! Antibodies, attack! Turn the pages to change the scenes and stop that sneaky virus.
About the Author Susanna Rumiz is a freelance illustrator based in Italy. She works with a range of international clients on a variety of projects.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780711261877 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 214h x 214w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 I Like The Outdoors ...what jobs are there? (That's a Job?) Carron Brown, illustrated by Roberto Blefari
I Like Being Outdoors (what jobs are there?) is the perfect guide for children who love the great outdoors and want to know all about what careers they could have.
Description Do you love the outdoors and dream of working outside when you grow up? If the answer is yes, then this book is for you! In this entertaining and informative book, children who love the great outdoors can find out all about the future careers they can choose from. From a travel writer to a marine biologist, a surf instructor to a firefighter, a construction manager to palaeontologist, this book takes you through a day in the life of 25 outdoor workers, showing you how each job unfolds on a typical working day. You'll learn what it takes to get the job, what duties and tasks are involved, and discover a world of opportunities. Turn the pages and find out the best part of a geologists day and what really bugs a ski instructor… HINT: it involves freezing cold snow! With a variety of careers covered, from jobs on construction sites, cliff-faces, icy oceans and many more, this book is sure to inspire children's ambitions and get them excited for their futures. Aimed at outdoorsy readers aged 7 and older the illustrated narrative approach tells the story of each career and helps introduce children to the world of work in a playful, engaging way. When they've finished reading, children will have gained an overview of each of the featured jobs and will have discovered that you can turn a passion, an interest or a hobby into a rewarding career. If readers want to know more about the opportunities ahead they can check out I Like Sport (That's a Job?), or I Like Animals (That's a Job?) and discover even more of the worlds coolest jobs.
About the Author Carron Brown is a children's non-fiction editor and author based in London. She has been writing for more than 16 years and has written 12 books in the Ivy Kids Shine-a-Light series, which has over 1 million books in print.Roberto Blefari is an illustrator and visual designer based in Turin, Italy. He creates playful illustrations, in both a conceptual and descriptive way. As a freelance artist, he works on a wide range of projects for companies, magazines, and publishers.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9780711255906 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 297h x 250w mm Extent: 48 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Ivy Press AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 I Like Sports ... what jobs are there? Steve Martin, illustrated by Tom Woolley
That's a Job? I Like Sport is the perfect guide for children who love sports and want to know all about what careers they could have.
Description In this entertaining and informative book, children who love sport can find out all about the future careers they can choose from. From being a swimming instructor, a referee, a sport nutritionist, a race car mechanic, to a sport photographer and many more, this book will take you through a day in the life of 25 sporty workers, showing you how each job unfolds on a typical working day. You'll learn what it takes to get the job, what duties and tasks are involved, and discover a world of opportunities. Turn the pages and find out the best part of a lifeguard's day and what really bothers a personal trainer… HINT: it involves stinky gym clothes!
With a variety of careers covered, from jobs in science, professional sport, the arts and many more, this book is sure to inspire children's ambitions and get them excited for their futures. Aimed at sport loving readers aged 7 and older the illustrated narrative approach tells the story of each career and helps introduce children to the world of work in a playful, engaging way. When they've finished reading, children will have gained an overview of each of the featured jobs and will have discovered that you can turn a passion, an interest or a hobby into a rewarding career.
About the Author Steve Martin is a writer, former English teacher, and author of numerous children's books on a wide range of subjects, including The Boys' Book of Adventure, Numberland, and Ivy Kids' Academy series.
Tom Woolley is an illustrator based in Birmingham, UK. He is the illustrator of the Ivy Kids books, Leonardo Da Vinci in 30 Seconds and Sport in 30 Seconds.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9780711253117 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 297h x 250w mm Extent: 48 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Ivy Press AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 I Like Animals ... what jobs are there? (That's a Job?) Steve Martin, illustrated by Roberto Blefari
The perfect guide for children who love animals and want to know all about what careers they could have.
Description In this entertaining and informative book, children who love animals can find out all about the future careers they can choose from. From being a zoo vet, a police dog handler, a marine biologist, a guide dog trainer, to a pet photographer and many more, this book will take you through a day in the life of 20 animal workers, showing you how each job unfolds on a typical working day. You'll learn what it takes to get the job, what duties and tasks are involved, and discover a world of opportunities. Turn the pages and find out the best part of a pet vet's day and what really bugs an entomologist… HINT: it involves insects flying up their nose! With a variety of careers covered, from jobs in science, the police, charity and many more, this book is sure to inspire children's ambitions and get them excited for their futures. Aimed at animal loving readers aged 7 and older the illustrated narrative approach tells the story of each career and helps introduce children to the world of work in a playful, engaging way. When they've finished reading, children will have gained an overview of each of the featured jobs and will have discovered that you can turn a passion, an interest or a hobby into a rewarding career.
About the Author Steve Martin is a writer, former English teacher, and author of numerous children's books on a wide range of subjects, including The Boys' Book of Adventure, Numberland, and Ivy Kids' Academy series.Roberto Blefari is an illustrator and visual designer based in Turin, Italy. He creates playful illustrations, in both a conceptual and descriptive way. As a freelance artist, he works on a wide range of projects for companies, magazines, and publishers.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781782408970 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 297h x 250w mm Extent: 48 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Ivy Press AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 At the Seashore (Yoga Animals) Christiane Kerr, illustrated by Julia Green
This gentle tale of a crab and her friends will teach readers aged 3+ the basics of yoga. The fun and simple exercises are taught with clear step-by-step instructions and friendly seashore characters.
Description It's a beautiful day at the seashore, but Crab isn't feeling very happy. What could help make her feel better? This first book of yoga is sure to delight children aged 3 and up. Readers will follow Crabs day along the seashore and learn with her as she is taught 13 yoga poses by her friends. First, Crab will do it, and then its the readers turn to try. Poses in the book are devised by expert yoga instructor and author, Christiane Kerr, to inspire happiness and confidence. Each pose is easy to learn and is accompanied by simple step-by-step instructions and pictures. With its gentle story, beautiful illustrations and straight-foward approach to practice, Yoga Animals at the Seashore is a book that is sure to stimulate a life-long love of yoga.
About the Author Christiane Kerr is a qualified MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) teacher, and writer and producer of audio relaxation CDs designed that help children develop a mindful, calm and creative approach to everyday challenges. Christiane is also the founder of Calm for Kids: an organization that trains school teachers, yoga teachers and parents who want to teach yoga and mindfulness to children and young people.Julia Green is an illustrator from Boise, Idaho. She loves furry animals, and they almost always find their way into her artwork. She has created artwork for projects ranging from album covers to patterns for rain boots. Her medium of choice is digital.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780711255968 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 229h x 229w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Ivy Press AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 In the Forest (Yoga Animals) Christiane Kerr, illustrated by Julia Green
Yoga Animals introduces children to yoga and mindfulness through an engaging story and illustrated step-by- step yoga poses.
Description Filled with adorable artwork and simple, step-by-step guides, Yoga Animals is a charming introduction to yoga and mindfulness for children aged three and above. Guided by a narrative and written by a children's yoga expert, this book is an ideal first yoga book for young children. In the story, a sluggish bear wakes up from a deep sleep and needs a good stretch to get his energy back after a long nap. Readers then follow Bear as he goes about his day and learns some fun yoga poses along the way! Children are shown how to stretch, balance, reach and leap with Bear as he meets some forest friends who teach him how to boost his energy, stay calm and positive, and relax, using yoga.
About the Author Christiane Kerr is a qualified MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) teacher, and writer and producer of audio relaxation CDs designed that help children develop a mindful, calm and creative approach to everyday challenges. Christiane is also the founder of Calm for Kids: an organisation that trains school teachers, yoga teachers and parents who want to teach yoga and mindfulness to children and young people.
Julia Green is an illustrator born and raised in Boise, ID. Largely inspired by the vibrant illustrations of a nineties childhood, Julia's soft, humorous illustrations have featured in a wide variety of projects--from album covers to cartoons, patterns for children's rain boots and backpacks. Julia loves squirrels and other furry animals, and they almost always find their way into her illustrations.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781782409991 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 229h x 229w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Ivy Press AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Griffin Gate Vashti Hardy
Bestselling author Vashti Hardy transports us to a world like no other in a steampunk, fantasy adventure with family at its heart.
Description For years Grace's family have been wardens of the Griffin map, using its teleport technology to help people and fight crime across the land of Moreland. At thirteen, Grace is too young become a warden, but she longs to go on missions herself. After all, if her brother Bren can do it, why can't she?
So when Grace finds herself alone with the map when a distress call comes in, she jumps at the chance to prove she's up to the task. But the map transports Grace to a remote village where nothing is quite as it seems. Has she landed right in the middle of a treacherous scheme?
About the Author Vashti Hardy was a primary school teacher for several years and has always had a keen interest in children's writing, leading to her MA in Creative Writing from the University of Chichester. Vashti is an alumni member and writing buddy of The Golden Egg Academy, and her books Brightstorm and the award-winning Wildspark are critically acclaimed. Vashti lives near Brighton in Sussex.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781129432 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 World Burn Down Steve Cole
A powerful and potent look at the destruction humans wreak upon the Amazon rainforest, by the bestselling author of Young Bond.
Description Carlos's mother works for IBAMA, Brazil's Environmental Authority. As head of a specially trained task force, her role is to protect the Amazon from the farmers, loggers and miners who are illegally destroying the precious rainforest. It's a dangerous role and when she upsets some of these landgrabbers, they decide to teach her a lesson by kidnapping her son, Carlos. Taken deep into the Amazon, Carlos manages to escape his captors only to find himself trapped by the fast- moving fires. Will he be able to outrun the flames as the world around him burns down?
About the Author Steve Cole is a bestselling children's author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, the three million copy selling Young Bond series. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages. Steve lives in Aylesbury.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781129463 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 120 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Daisy and the Unknown Warrior Tony Bradman
Reluctant reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a captivating historical tale inspired by the true story of Britain's Tomb of the Unknown Warrior.
Description November 1920. The body of an unknown soldier is to be buried at Westminster Abbey. The war has claimed the lives of thousands of men whose bodies will never make it home, and the Unknown Warrior will represent them all. As hundreds of people crowd to Westminster Abbey, Daisy knows she has to make it to the ceremony. Because although they call the warrior 'unknown', she is sure that he is her father …
About the Author Tony Bradman is a hugely prolific author with a particular passion for bringing history to life for young people. He is a regular at all the major literary festivals, reviews for the Guardian and is the Chair of the Siobhan Dowd Trust. Tony is perhaps best-known for his Dilly the Dinosaur series, which has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. He lives in Kent.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781129609 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Human Race Sean Callery, Donough O'Malley
This fully illustrated, large format book, explores human achievements and the desire to be the first, the fastest, the best in history.
Description Who was the first, who is the fastest and who is the best? This book celebrates humans quest to race to the top! Split into five chapters, the book explores humans physical abilities, geographical discoveries, engineering achievements and scientific and technological breakthroughs. Find out who is the fastest human being on Earth, discover the story behind the race to the source of Nile and marvel at how human beings have conquered the skies, always striving to fly higher. With fact-packed timelines throughout the book, readers can find out where they stand in the human race and be inspired by the incredible people who have come before them.
About the Author Sean Callery originally trained and worked as a journalist before he became a primary school teacher. He writes both fiction and nonfiction and has written over sixty books for children. He has a particular passion for history and has a knack for mining little tantalising nuggets of information that you might have missed before. Donough O'Malley is an Irish illustrator and designer currently based in the UK. He has over seventeen year's experience working for clients in a wide variety of areas such as editorial, advertising, fiction and children's picture books.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9780711256675 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 245h x 275w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
QED AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Into the Wild: Wolf Girl 1 Anh Do, Illustrated by Jeremy Ley
A wildly exciting new adventure series from bestselling author Anh Do.
Description I crawled onto the bank and collapsed, exhausted. From the dirt, I looked up in amazement at four dogs staring down at me. Was I dreaming? Had I gone mad? It all seemed very real. 'You guys saved me!' I said, as I sat up in my dripping clothes. 'I owe you.'
When disaster separates Gwen from her family, she must fend for herself, all alone in the wilderness.
Luckily, she's not alone for long… When a wolf puppy, a Labrador, a Chihuahua, and a greyhound want to make friends, Gwen discovers talents she didn't know she possessed.
It will take all her new skills and strength just to survive. Does Gwen have what it takes to be leader of the pack?
About the Author Anh Do is one of Australia's best-loved and bestselling writers for children. He is also an artist, an entrepreneur, a comedian, an actor, a TV personality, a producer and sought-after speaker.
In 2010 he released The Happiest Refugee, his enormously popular memoir detailing his journey from war-torn Vietnam to Australia. In 2016 he created Anh's Brush with Fame for the ABC, in which he interviews a celebrity while painting their portrait. He has twice been nominated for the Archibald Prize, and took out the People's Choice award 2017.
His junior fiction series WeirDo, Hotdog! and Ninja Kid are adored by millions of kids around the country. And in his amazing new series Wolf Girl, Anh brings his talent for breakneck plots and brilliant characters to a slightly older audience.
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760525095 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 224 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A&U Children’s AD AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Great Escape: Wolf Girl 2 Anh Do, Illustrated by Jeremy Ley
The wait is over - Wolf Girl returns!
Description I held onto the bars of the truck and howled to my dogs as they fell further and further behind. Sunrise, Brutus, Zip, Nosey and Tiny all ran as hard as they could, but there was no way they could keep up…
After four years alone in the wild, Gwen is overjoyed to see another person. But when she is thrown into the back of a van and stolen away to a prison camp, things don't look good. How will her pack find her? Where is her human family? Will the other kids in the camp be friends or enemies?
Luckily, Eagle is fast, the dogs are brave, and bars and fences are no match for the one and only Wolf Girl!
About the Author Anh Do is one of Australia's best-loved storytellers. His junior fiction series WeirDo, Hotdog! and Ninja Kid are adored by millions of kids around the country, having sold in excess of 2.5 million books.
In his new series Wolf Girl and Rise of the Mythix, Anh brings his talent for break-neck plots and brilliant, relatable characters to a slightly older audience.
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760876357 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 224 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A&U Children’s AD AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Secret Cave: Wolf Girl 3 Anh Do, Illustrated by Lachlan Creagh
A wildly exciting adventure series from bestselling author Anh Do.
Description Gwen has been searching for her family for a long time. Just when she feels she is close, the soldiers following her start to close in. Then one of her dogs is injured, and the gang must slow down...
Who can Gwen trust? And how will she keep her pack safe from dangerous enemies? Does this spell disaster for the one and only Wolf Girl?
About the Author Anh Do is one of Australia's best-loved storytellers. His junior fiction series WeirDo, Hotdog! and Ninja Kid are adored by millions of kids around the country, having sold in excess of 2.5 million books.
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $17.99 ISBN: 9781760876371 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 200 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A&U Children’s AD AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Farm Marion Billet
A brand new series of sound-button board books which combines gorgeous illustrations with six high-quality sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books, which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread, which triggers one of six sounds that introduces a character or object. They're incredibly simple but utterly seductive, purely because the sounds themselves are so beautiful.
A delightful and compelling series that everyone in the family will enjoy reading again and again.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in Lyon, France. After school she studies children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different contries. her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857635624 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Jungle Marion Billet
A brand new series of sound-button board books which combines gorgeous illustrations with six high-quality sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books, which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread, which triggers one of six sounds that introduces a character or object. They're incredibly simple but utterly seductive, purely because the sounds themselves are so beautiful.
A delightful and compelling series that everyone in the family will enjoy reading again and again.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in Lyon, France. After school she studies children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different contries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857636621 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Countryside Marion Billet
A captivating series of sound-button board books which combines gorgeous illustrations with six high-quality sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread which triggers one of six different nature sounds.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in Lyon, France. After school she studies children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different contries. her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857636935 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Pets Marion Billet
A captivating series of sound-button board books which combines gorgeous illustrations with six high-quality sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread which triggers one of six sounds that each introduce a different pet.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in Lyon, France. After school she studies children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different contries. her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857637154 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Birds Marion Billet
A captivating series of board books with amazing real-life sounds!
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread which triggers one of six different bird sounds.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857638656 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Baby Animals Marion Billet
A captivating series of board books with amazing real-life sounds!
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread which triggers one of six different baby animal sounds.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857638663 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Birds From Around the World illustrated by Marion Billet
A series of sound-button board books which combines gorgeous illustrations with six high-quality sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by this stunning new addition to the popular Listen to the... board book series. Aimed at the very young, this book has a button on every spread, which triggers one of six different bird sounds from around the world to join in with, from a toucan to a kingfisher!
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris, with her husband and their daughter.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9781788002462 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Music from Around the World illustrated by Marion Billet
A captivating series of board books with amazing real-life sounds!
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by this stunning new addition to the popular Listen to the... board book series. Aimed at the very young, this book has a button on every spread, which triggers one of six different types of instruments from around the world to join in with, from the bagpipes to the bongos!
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris, with her husband and their daughter.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9781788002479 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Heading Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Dance Music Illustrated by Marion Billet
A captivating series of sound-button board books which combines gorgeous illustrations with six high-quality, real-life sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by this stunning new addition to the popular Listen to the… board book series. Aimed at the very young, this book has a button on every spread, which triggers one of six different types of dance music to join in with, from the Charleston to the salsa!
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children’s book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children’s books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children’s furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9780857639790 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Seaside illustrated by Marion Billet
A captivating series of sound-button books with six amazing real-life sounds.
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by these charming board books, which are distinguished by the exceptional quality of the sounds that bring every picture to life. Aimed at the very young, the books have a button on every spread, which triggers one of six different seaside sounds.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris, with her husband and their daughter.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9781788008778 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Listen to the Classical Music illustrated by Marion Billet
A captivating series of board books with amazing real-life sounds!
Description Adults and children alike will be enchanted by this stunning new addition to the popular Listen to the... board book series. Aimed at the very young, this book has a button on every spread, which triggers one of six different pieces of classical music to enjoy, from Vivaldi's Spring to Mozart's Turkish March.
About the Author Marion Billet was born in 1982 in Lyon, France. After school she studied children's book illustration at the Emile Cohl School. Marion has had around 80 children's books published in 11 different countries. Her adorable characters have appeared in magazines, on stationery and toys, as well as on children's furniture and clothes. For fun, Marion loves to dance. She currently lives in Paris, with her husband and their daughter.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9781788003568 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 150w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Heading Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Press Out and Decorate: Narwhals and Mermaids illustrated by Kate McLelland
Make your own 3D decorations with this brilliant board book of press-out narwhals, mermaids and more stuff from the seaside!
Description Each press-out piece is intricately decorated with foil and perfect for all ages to decorate. Featuring 20 unique designs, the press-out pieces can be slotted together to create three-dimensional ornaments or threaded together to make a hanging seashell garland. From cute narwhals and octopuses to dazzling mermaids and seashells, these press-out pieces are stunning in white and blue foil, but look even better as a colourful collection of underwater things.
About the Author For as long as she can remember, Kate McLelland has loved drawing and painting. Outdoor holidays with her family inspired hours of doodling animals and nature. She is the illustrator for Press Out and Colour: Christmas and Easter, and has a number of books being published, including Blackbird, Blackbird, What Do You Do? (Hodder Children's Books) and What's Below? (Egmont). Kate lives in Edinburgh with her husband and two children.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788004312 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 158w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Press Out and Decorate: Flamingos, Llamas and Other Cool Things illustrated by Kate McLelland
Make the coolest 3D decorations for your room with this brilliant new press-out activity book!
Description Each press-out design is intricately decorated with turquoise foil and perfect for all ages to decorate. Featuring 20 unique designs, the press-out pieces can be slotted together to create super-cool three-dimensional ornaments or threaded together to make a hanging garland. From cool llamas to tropical flamingos, and cactuses and pineapples too, these press-out pieces are outstanding in white and turquoise, but look even better as a colourful collection of cool things.
About the Author For as long as she can remember, Kate McLelland has loved drawing and painting. Outdoor holidays with her family inspired hours of doodling animals and nature. She is the illustrator for Press Out and Colour: Christmas and Easter, and has a number of books being published, including Blackbird, Blackbird, What Do You Do? (Hodder Children's Books) and What's Below? (Egmont). Kate lives in Edinburgh with her husband and two children.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788003148 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 148w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Press Out and Decorate: Dinosaurs illustrated by Kate McLelland
Make your own 3D decorations with this brilliant board book of press-out dinosaurs!
Description From triceratops to tyrannosaurs and stegosauruses to pterodactyls, this book features 20 unique, intricately foiled designs that can be slotted together to create 3D dinosaurs. These press-out pieces are presented in stunning foil on every page but look even better as a beautiful collection of colourful dinosaur decorations.
About the Author For as long as she can remember, Kate McLelland has loved drawing and painting. Outdoor holidays with her family inspired hours of doodling animals and nature. She is the illustrator for Press Out and Colour: Christmas and Easter, and has a number of books being published, including Blackbird, Blackbird, What Do You Do? (Hodder Children's Books) and What's Below? (Egmont). Kate lives in West Lothian with her husband and two children.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788008068 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Farmyard Friends: Cuddly Cow Axel Scheffler
Cuddly Cow was sleepy so she sighed and gave a yawn, "It must be time for bed by now - I've been awake since dawn."
Description Cuddly Cow is ready for bed! But can she find anywhere to get some sleep?
Take a trip to the farm with these new look cased board books featuring Axel Scheffler's much-loved artwork and simple, yet witty texts that are perfect for reading aloud. Perfect for farm fans!
About the Author Axel was born in Hamburg, Germany. At school he was good at art, but didn't think of a career in illustration until he won a cuddly purple cow in a drawing competition. He moved to England in 1982 to learn English and study illustration at the Bath Academy of Art and then set up home in London. Axel illustrated a number of books for various publishers, and in 1993 Kate suggested him as the illustrator for Julia Donaldson's first picture book text, A Squash and a Squeeze. This was the start of a hugely successful partnership. Axel lives in London with his partner and daughter.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788006941 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 160w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Farmyard Friends: Gobbly Goat illustrated by Axel Scheffler
A friendly, rhyming farmyard tale from Axel Scheffler.
Description Gobbly Goat is ready for lunch! But what can he find that's yummy to munch? Join Gobbly in the farmyard on his quest to find a tasty morsel to eat. Little ones will love this friendly farmyard tale from best-selling, award-winning illustrator Axel Scheffler.
About the Author Axel is best known for his partnership with Julia Donaldson, on books including Room on the Broom and The Gruffalo. For Nosy Crow, Axel has illustrated a number of other highly successful titles, including the Pip and Posy series, The Grunts and the bestselling Flip Flap series. Axel lives in London with his partner and young daughter.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788006958 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 150h x 200w mm Extent: 14 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Sophia and Rainbow (Unicorn Academy 1) Julie Sykes, illustrated by Lucy Truman
Join the girls at Lakeside Unicorn Academy - when your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!
Description Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and learn to talk to them! That's what happens for the girls at Lakeside Unicorn Academy on the beautiful island of Ellinor.
The girls have an important job to do - they must discover their unicorn's special magic before the annual Starlight Parade. What's more, it looks like some mysterious people want to harm the island and its magic. This year at the Lakeside Unicorn Academy is certainly going to be a big adventure!
Sophia is thrilled to be at unicorn school on Ellinor Island and can't wait to meet Rainbow, her gorgeous unicorn. She just knows they'll get on brilliantly! And soon, after witnessing a sinister event at the magical lake, they're away on their first amazing adventure!
About the Author As a child, Julie Sykes was always telling tales. Not the 'she ate all the cake' sort, but wild and exaggerated tales of everyday events. Julie still loves stories and has written over 70 books published worldwide. Julie lives in Hampshire in an old cottage with her family and a white wolf cunningly disguised as a dog. When she's not writing she likes eating cake, reading and walking, often at the same time.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788001588 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Scarlett and Blaze (Unicorn Academy 2) Julie Sykes
Join the girls at Lakeside Unicorn Academy - when your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!
Description Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and learn to talk to them! That's what happens for the girls at Lakeside Unicorn Academy on the beautiful island of Ellinor.
The girls have an important job to do - they must discover their unicorn's special magic before the annual Starlight Parade. What's more, it looks like some mysterious people want to harm the island and its magic. This year at the Lakeside Unicorn Academy is certainly going to be a big adventure!
Ellinor Island is freezing. It's always snowing and the lake is starting to freeze over. If that happens, the school will be forced to close and the girls and their unicorns sent away! Scarlett can't bear to be parted from Blaze, so they resolve to find out who's behind the big freeze and put things right!
About the Author As a child, Julie Sykes was always telling tales. Not the 'she ate all the cake' sort, but wild and exaggerated tales of everyday events. Julie still loves stories and has written over 70 books published worldwide. Julie lives in Hampshire in an old cottage with her family and a white wolf cunningly disguised as a dog. When she's not writing she likes eating cake, reading and walking, often at the same time.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788001601 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Isabel and Cloud (Unicorn Academy 3) Julie Sykes, illustrated by Lucy Truman
Join the girls at Lakeside Unicorn Academy - when your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!
Description Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.
Isabel and Cloud are finding it hard to get along. Isabel is impetuous and hasty, and Cloud is more cautious and (Isabel thinks) dull. But when they go off on a thrilling adventure along the coast of Unicorn Island, the two become firm friends in the face of terrible danger!
About the Author As a child, Julie Sykes was always telling tales. Not the 'she ate all the cake' sort, but wild and exaggerated tales of everyday events. Julie still loves stories and has written over 70 books published worldwide. Julie lives in Hampshire in an old cottage with her family and a white wolf cunningly disguised as a dog. When she's not writing she likes eating cake, reading and walking, often at the same time.
Since graduating from Loughborough University with a degree in Illustration, Lucy Truman has become one of the UK's leading commercial illustrators. Her inspiration often comes from the very funny little people in her own life, including family holidays with her nephew as well as her own children. Lucy also draws inspiration from popular culture, fashion and all things vintage to create her fabulous artworks. She finds people-watching a huge source of help, and also very entertaining.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788001649 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Ava and Star (Unicorn Academy 4) Julie Sykes, illustrated by Lucy Truman
Join the girls at Lakeside Unicorn Academy - when your best friend is a unicorn, magical adventures are guaranteed!
Description Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island.
Ava and Star are ready for an adventure. They're sure they can find the magical sky berries and save Unicorn Academy!
The sky berry bushes have disappeared overnight. The unicorns are hungry and their magic is starting to fade! Ava and Star must go on a quest to the mountains and bring back more of the special berries before it's too late...
About the Author As a child, Julie Sykes was always telling tales. Not the 'she ate all the cake' sort, but wild and exaggerated tales of everyday events. Julie still loves stories and has written over 70 books published worldwide. Julie lives in Hampshire in an old cottage with her family and a white wolf cunningly disguised as a dog. When she's not writing she likes eating cake, reading and walking, often at the same time.
Since graduating from Loughborough University with a degree in Illustration, Lucy Truman has become one of the UK's leading commercial illustrators. Her inspiration often comes from the very funny little people in her own life, including family holidays with her nephew as well as her own children. Lucy also draws inspiration from popular culture, fashion and all things vintage to create her fabulous artworks. She finds people-watching a huge source of help, and also very entertaining.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788001625 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Puzzled Penguin Amelia Cobb, illustrated by Sophy Williams
A purr-fect series for 5-7 year olds, about a girl called Zoe who works at a rescue zoo. Not only does she have a wonderful talent for this, she also has a fantastic secret - she can actually talk to the animals!
Description When Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels around the globe, it falls to Zoe and her mum, the zoo's vet, to settle them into their new home. In this second book, a tiny penguin arrives at the zoo. He's really cute, but a bit of a puzzle - he just doesn't seem to know he's a penguin!
About the Author Amelia Cobb is sadly not a real person, although there is a real author behind the Zoe's Rescue Zoo stories. If Amelia did exist, we like to think that she'd live by the sea with her two goldfish, Flip and Flop, and write her stories at a small desk by the window, listening to the radio and wearing a brightly coloured scarf at all times.
Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book.She lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $11.99 ISBN: 9780857632050 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Silky Seal Pup Amelia Cobb, illustrated by Sophy Williams
A purr-fect series for 5-7 year olds, about a girl called Zoe who works at a rescue zoo. Not only does she have a wonderful talent for this, she also has a fantastic secret - she can actually talk to the animals!
Description When Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels around the globe, it falls to Zoe, and her mum, the zoo vet, to settle them into their new home. She's good at this, because she can understand what they say and talk to them, too. But that's a secret. In the fourth book in the series, a sad little seal pup arrives at the zoo. But how can Zoe welcome him to the zoo if the zoo might be closing down?
About the Author Amelia Cobb is sadly not a real person, although there is a real author behind the Zoe's Rescue Zoo stories. If Amelia did exist, we like to think that she'd live by the sea with her two goldfish, Flip and Flop, and write her stories at a small desk by the window, listening to the radio and wearing a brightly coloured scarf at all times.
Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book.She lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $11.99 ISBN: 9780857632340 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Cuddly Koala Amelia Cobb, illustrated by Sophy Williams
A purr-fect series for 5-7 year olds, about a girl called Zoe who works at a rescue zoo. Not only does she have a wonderful talent for this, she also has a fantastic secret - she can actually talk to the animals!
Description When Great-Uncle Horace brings back lost and homeless animals from his travels around the globe, it falls to Zoe and her mum, the zoo vet, to settle them into their new home. Zoe's good at this, because she can understand what they say and talk to them, too. But that's a secret. A new baby koala has arrived at the zoo, and he's very clumsy. Zoe is a bit worried he's going to hurt himself. So she comes up with a very cuddly way to keep him safe - a koala sling!
About the Author Amelia Cobb is sadly not a real person, although there is a real author behind the Zoe's Rescue Zoo stories. If Amelia did exist, we like to think that she'd live by the sea with her two goldfish, Flip and Flop, and write her stories at a small desk by the window, listening to the radio and wearing a brightly coloured scarf at all times.
Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book.She lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 ISBN: 9780857634474 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Picky Puffin Amelia Cobb, illustrated by Sophy Williams
A purr-fect series for 5-7 year olds, about a girl called Zoe who works at a rescue zoo. Not only does she have a wonderful talent for this, she also has a fantastic secret - she can actually talk to the animals!
Description Puffins are Zoe’s favourite ever animal, so when Poppy arrives at the Rescue Zoo, Zoe is very happy to help her settle in. But Poppy is very picky! She doesn’t like her enclosure… or her burrow… or even her food! Can Zoe and Meepwork out what is making Poppy the puffin so picky, and come up with a plan to make the little puffin feel happy in her new home?
About the Author Amelia Cobb is sadly not a real person, although there is a real author behind the Zoe's Rescue Zoo stories. If Amelia did exist, we like to think that she'd live by the sea with her two goldfish, Flip and Flop, and write her stories at a small desk by the window, listening to the radio and wearing a brightly coloured scarf at all times.
Sophy Williams is an award-winning illustrator with twenty-five years experience illustrating children's books. While still studying, she twice won prizes in the Readers Digest Young Illustrator's competition and was runner up for the Mother Goose Award for her first picture book. She lives by the Kennet and Avon canal in Bradford on Avon with her husband, author/illustrator MP Robertson, their two lanky teenage sons and a mischievous grey cat called Hamish.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 ISBN: 9780857639837 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 How To Talk: Siblings without Rivalry Adele & Elaine Faber & Mazlish and Elaine Mazlish
From the widely-acclaimed HOW TO TALK series, discover how to cope with - and deflect - sibling rivalry.
Description From the widely acclaimed How to Talk series, discover how to cope with - and deflect - sibling rivalry.
Full of humour and compassion, Siblings Without Rivalry challenges the idea that constant conflict between siblings is natural and unavoidable.
With this book, you'll learn how to: Avoid comparisons and the perils of equality; Intervene helpfully and step away at the right time; Encourage good feeling between your children.
About the Author Internationally acclaimed experts on communication between adults and children, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish have produced a body of work that has won the gratitude of parents and the enthusiastic praise of the professional community. Their first book, LIBERATED PARENTS/LIBERATED CHILDREN, was selected by the Book of the Month club and received the Christopher Award. Their subsequent books, HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN & LISTEN SO KIDS WILL TALK and SIBLINGS WITHOUT RIVALRY (#1 on The New York Times bestseller list) have sold over three million copies and have been translated into over thirty languages. Adele and Elaine both live on Long Island in the USA. Find them at www.fabermazlish.com.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781853406300 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 272 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 How to Talk so Kids Can Learn at Home and in School Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
From the widely-acclaimed How to Talk series, leading parenting experts show how to motivate kids to learn.
Description Using the unique communication strategies, down-to-earth dialogues, and cartoons that are the hallmark of their bestselling book, How to Talk so Kids will Listen, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish demonstrate how to: Invite cooperation; Avoid the pitfalls of punishment; Effectively give praise and criticism; Engage creativity and commitment
The breakthrough book demonstrates how adults can join forces to inspire kids to be self-directed, self-disciplined, and responsive to the wonders of learning.
About the Author Internationally acclaimed experts on communication between adults and children, Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish have produced a body of work that has won the gratitude of parents and the enthusiastic praise of the professional community. Their first book, LIBERATED PARENTS/LIBERATED CHILDREN, was selected by the Book of the Month club and received the Christopher Award. Their subsequent books, HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN & LISTEN SO KIDS WILL TALK and SIBLINGS WITHOUT RIVALRY (#1 on The New York Times bestseller list) have sold over three million copies and have been translated into over thirty languages. Adele and Elaine both live on Long Island in the USA. Find them at www.fabermazlish.com.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781853407048 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 272 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen Joanna Faber and Julie King
From the widely acclaimed HOW TO TALK series, discover tried and tested communication strategies to survive - and thrive - with kids ages 2-7.
Description The all-new content in this book deals with struggles familiar to every parent, relative, teacher and childminder. How do you respond to the toddler who won't brush his teeth? The preschooler who pinches the baby? The child who throws everything she can reach? It's hard to be a little kid. It's hard to be an adult responsible for that little kid. And it's really hard to think about effective communication when the toast is burning, the baby is crying and you're exhausted.
This book will help readers do just that. Organized according to everyday challenges and conflicts, and including real-life examples and the series' trademark cartoons, this book is a survival manual of communication tools, including a chapter that addresses the special needs of children with sensory processing or autism spectrum disorders.
About the Author Joanna Faber lectures and conducts workshops based on her mother's work and her own experiences as a parent and educator. She contributed heavily to her mother's award-winning book, How to Talk So Kids Can Learn, with her frontline experience as a bilingual special education teacher. She wrote a new supplement for the thirtieth anniversary edition of How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk, entitled The Next Generation. Joanna lives in Putnam Valley, New York, with her husband, three children, dogs, cats, and an assortment of chickens.
Julie King has been teaching parenting and communication skills to parents, teachers and other professionals since 1995. She is a highly regarded workshop leader, public speaker, and parenting consultant. Her most popular workshop, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen, is based on the bestselling books of Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. She has presented to numerous schools, nonprofits, and parent groups. Julie and her husband have three children and live in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781848126145 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 432 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Keep Calm! (Mindful Kids) Sharie Coombes, illustrated by Katie Abey and illustrated by Ellie O'Shea
Filled with activities, Keep Calm! is a self-care book for children during and after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Description The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle emotions and address anxieties which children may be experiencing during and after the Covid-19 pandemic. From feeling isolated from friends and families, to missing out on experiences at school, many children will be feeling worried about the sudden change to their usual routine.
Children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings and work out how to cope with these emotions through writing, colouring, doodling, drawing, DIY and physical activities.
Keep Calm! will show children how to feel more comfortable with the current uncertainty, stay safe, enjoy the positives, find hidden advantages, look forward to the future, and talk to others about their concerns and worries.
The quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calming activity.
There's also a section at the back of the book for parents, guardians and carers with important information on how to support their child through this difficult time.
Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful range of activity books for children from Studio Press that includes No Worries, Hello Happy, Stay Strong,Be Brave, Be Positive and Letting Go.
About the Author Dr Sharie Coombes (Author) Dr Sharie Coombes, Ed.D, MA, SQHP, B.Ed, is a child, adolescent & family psychotherapist who loves to use Price: AU $ NZ $ neuroscience to help people understand themselves. She has worked extensively with young people and families in ISBN: 9781787418806 schools and in the NHS. She is now part of the British Red Cross psychosocial team. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Katie Abey (Illustrator) Extent: 128 pages Katie Abey is a yellow-haired illustrator human who lives in a teeny hobbit-like house in Derbyshire. She lives with a cat, a Bic1: Bic2:
She is a big lover of animals and her work often features creatures looking slightly nonchalant, perturbed or even sometimes a bit deranged.
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Letting Go! Mindful Kids Sharie Coombes, illustrated by Ellie O'Shea
Letting Go! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way through emotions tied to bereavement and family separation.
Description The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle the feelings associated with grief, bereavement and family separation; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings and work out how to cope with these emotions through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.
The quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.
Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful range of activity books for children from Studio Press that includes No Worries, Hello Happy, Stay Strong and Be Brave.
About the Author Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781787415898 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 235h x 190w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Be Positive! Mindful Kids Sharie Coombes, illustrated by Ellie O'Shea
Be Positive! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way through emotions tied to self-esteem and body acceptance.
Description The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle the feelings of low self-esteem, body acceptance and confidence; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings and work out how to cope with these emotions through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.
The quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.
Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful range of activity books for children from Studio Press that includes No Worries, Hello Happy, Stay Strong and Be Brave.
About the Author Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781787415904 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 235h x 190w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Stay Strong! Mindful Kids Sharie Coombes, illustrated by Katie Abey
Stay Strong! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way through emotions tied to being bullied and building resilience.
Description The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle the feelings of being bullied, teased and overwhelmed; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings and work out how to cope with these emotions through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.
The quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.
Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful range of activity books for children from Studio Press that includes No Worries, Hello Happy and Be Brave.
About the Author Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser and consultant who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. She has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, Sharie now works as a volunteer psychosocial practitioner in the British Red Cross with the Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.
Accredited by: British Psychoanalytic Council, Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists, Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council, General Hypnotherapy Register
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781787413245 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 235h x 190w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Be Brave! Mindful Kids Sharie Coombes, illustrated by Katie Abey
Be Brave! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way to feeling calm, safe and in control of their fears.
Description The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle phobias and feelings of fear; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings, work out why they feel scared and how to put fear back in its place through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.
The quirky illustrations will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.
Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful range of activity books for children from Studio Press, that includes No Worries, Hello Happy and Stay Strong.
Written by Dr. Sharie Coombes, Child & Family Psychotherapist with an introduction and notes for grown-ups. Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.
About the Author Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser and consultant who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert ISBN: 9781787413238 in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. She has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at Format: Misc PB the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. Alongside a busy Package Type: PAPERBACK private therapy practice in Brighton, Sharie now works as a volunteer psychosocial practitioner in the British Red Cross Dimensions: 234h x 190w mm Extent: 96 pages with the Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children. Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 No Worries! Mindful Kids Sharie Coombes, illustrated by Katie Abey
Description No Worries! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way to happiness, calm and confidence.
The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle anxiety, sadness and stress; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings, work out why they feel worried and how to put stress back in its place through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.
Featuring the charming and quirky illustrations of Katie Abey, a UK-based illustrator. Her quirky pictures will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.
Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful new range of activity books for children from Studio Press.
Includes an introduction and notes for grown-ups by consultant Dr. Sharie Coombes, Child & Family Psychotherapist. Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.
About the Author Lily Murray (Author) Lily grew up in the wilds of snowy nowhere, spending much of her time talking to animals and making up stories. She has Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781787410879 continued to do this in her adult life, and now writes both fiction and non-fiction books for children. Her titles include big Format: Misc PB books about dinosaurs, rhyming books about dinosaurs and stories about escapee hot dogs. Her books for STUDIO Package Type: PAPERBACK PRESS include the best-selling 'No Worries' and the Disney Animated Classics series. Follow Lily on Instagram and Dimensions: 235h x 190w mm Extent: 96 pages Twitter @lilymurraybooks Bic1: Bic2:
Description Hello Happy! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way to happiness, calm and confidence.
The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle anxiety, sadness and stress; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings, work out why they feel worried and how to put stress back in its place through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing.
Featuring the charming and quirky illustrations of Katie Abey, a UK-based illustrator. Her quirky pictures will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring.
Part of Mindful Kids, a thoughtful new range of activity books for children from Studio Press.
Includes an introduction and notes for grown-ups by consultant Dr Sharie Coombes, Child & Family Psychotherapist.
Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.
About the Author Stephanie Clarkson (Author) Stephanie Clarkson trained as a journalist and continues to contribute to the British press while writing both fiction and Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781783708994 non-fiction titles for children. Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK She believes her journalistic skills allow her to make even the most difficult subjects accessible to young readers. Dimensions: 235h x 190w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: The author of several picture books, Stephanie is passionate about nurturing a love of books in children, frequently visits Bic2:
Do you know your riffle shuffle from your French drop? Can you make a bottle disappear or read someone's mind?
Description Learn the greatest magic tricks around and astound your friends and family, all without buying fancy props or equipment. From coins to muffins, make magic with anything you can get your hands on.
Including over 50 step-by-step magic tricks of varying levels of difficulty, this book is a great insight into the popular world of 'street magic' ... where magicians specialise in up-close, informal tricks to bamboozle their audiences.
A mix of graphics and up-close photography, and with clear, easy-to-read text and fascinating facts, this book is guaranteed to keep you entertained for hours.
About the Author Jake Banfield has been performing magic for as long as he can remember. An esteemed member of the prestigious magic circle, Jake has performed for exclusive events around the UK and has even written his own show.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781784935993 Format: Hardcover Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 246h x 190w mm Extent: 120 pages Bic1: Bic2:
QED AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Imagine John Lennon, foreword by Yoko Ono Lennon, illustrated by Jean Jullien and
An inspiring story of peace, set to the world’s best-loved song.
Description Imagine all the people living life in peace. You may say I'm a dreamer, but I'm not the only one. I hope some day you'll join us, and the world will be as one.
Join one little pigeon as she sets out on a journey to spread a message of tolerance around the world. Featuring the lyrics of John Lennon's iconic song and illustrations by the award-winning artist Jean Jullien, this poignant and timely picture book dares to imagine a world at peace. Imagine will be published in partnership with human rights organisation Amnesty International.
‘Never have we all, child and grown-up child, needed this more, the words and the song in our hearts, lifting our spirits, giving us hope, and determination too to find the road to understanding, conciliation and peace.’ - Michael Morpurgo
About the Author JEAN JULLIEN is a French graphic designer currently living in London. He comes from Nantes and did a graphic design degree in Quimper before coming to London. He graduated from Central Saint Martins in 2008 and from the Royal College of Art in 2010. His practice ranges from Illustration to photography, video, costumes, installations, books, posters and clothing to create a coherent yet eclectic body of work.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781786031853 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 275h x 240w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Joy Corrinne Averiss, illustrated by Isabelle Follath
Exceptional picture book with an uplifting story and wonderful illustrations that is guaranteed to bring joy into everyone's life.
Description Fern's Nanna has not been herself of late. And when Mum remarks that all the joy seems to have gone out of her life, Fern decides to fetch the joy back. With her catching-kit at the ready, she goes to the park and finds joy in all sorts of unusual places. Whooooshh! But Fern soon realises that joy doesn't fit in a bag, or a box or a tin! How will she manage to bring some back to Nanna? Emotional, funny and uplifting, this beautiful picture book has a strong message about empathy and maintaining loving relationships with our grandparents. Guaranteed to bring a bit of joy into every reader's life, this story is a pure delight.
About the Author Corrinne Averiss is a writer of thoughtful and humorous stories for children, including the CILIP Greenaway-nominated book, A Dot in the Snow, Floss the Playground Boss and Sorrel and the Sleeepover. Corrinne has spent much of her life being a professional silly person in children's television; she created the four-time Children's BAFTA-winning Share a Story competition and has an animated series under commission from CBeebies. She currently lives in Manchester, England, with her husband, daughter and cat.Isabelle Follath lives in Zurich, Switzerland with her husband, her daughter and her dog. She has been working as a freelance illustrator for advertising agencies, magazines and publishers for over 15 years, but Joy is her first picture book for children. Her work mainly uses ink, pencils and watercolour, alongside digital techniques.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780711242555 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 290h x 235w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 If All the World Were… Joseph Coelho, illustrated by Allison Colpoys
A moving, poetic picture book about the love between a grandfather and child.
Description A moving, lyrical picture book about a young girls love for her granddad and how she copes when he dies, written by poet and playwright Joseph Coelho. This beautifully illustrated, powerful and ultimately uplifting text is the ideal way to introduce children to the concept of death and dying, particularly children who have lost a grandparent.
About the Author Performance poet and playwright Joseph Coelho has written plays for the Polka Theatre, the Lyric Hammersmith, and the Unicorn Theatre. Allison Colpoys is an award-winning freelance book designer and illustrator. Her books include The Underwater Fancy Dress Parade and Under the Love Umbrella. If All the World Were is her first book for Frances Lincoln Children's Books. She lives in Melbourne, Australia.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781786036513 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 276h x 235w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Snow Queen Hans Christian Andersen
A fresh new translation of one of the world's best and most inspiring fairy tales.
Description When Kay is cursed by a magic mirror, he can no longer perceive goodness in anything - not his best friend Gerda, nor the roses in the garden. One wintery evening, he is kidnapped by the wicked Snow Queen and swept away to live for ever in her kingdom of ice. Gerda must travel through inhospitable and frozen lands, sustained only by the kindness of strangers, in order to find her beloved friend. And when she gets there, how will she melt the ice in his heart? Nearly two centuries after its first publication, The Snow Queen endures as a tale of love and loss, good and evil, and loyalty in the face of great hardships.
About the Author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) is one of the best-loved tellers of fairy tales. He was born in Odense, Denmark, the son of a shoemaker. Despite the poverty of his early life he became a short-story writer, novelist and playwright. He is best known for his fairy tales, which were published between 1835 and 1872, and include 'The Red Shoes', 'The Emperor's New Clothes', 'The Little Mermaid' and 'The Ugly Duckling'.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781782691037 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Wild Swans Hans Christian Andersen
A fresh translation of the classic fairy tale
Description A princess has eleven brothers. The twelve siblings live happily and well, until their father decides to remarry. Their new stepmother is a wicked woman, and she turns all the brothers into swans and banishes the princess from the palace. And so it is left to Elisa to endure countless hardships alone in order to save her beloved brothers from the spell.
About the Author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) is one of the best-loved tellers of fairy tales. He was born in Odense, Denmark, the son of a poor shoemaker. The king helped to pay for his education, enabling him to become a short-story writer, novelist and playwright. Hans Christian Andersen remains best known for his fairy tales, which include The Red Shoes, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling. Pushkin Children's also published The Snow Queen.
Price: AU $13.99 NZ $15.99 ISBN: 9781782691228 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Little Mermaid Hans Christian Andersen
A beautifully illustrated new translation of a beloved Hans Christian Andersen fairytale.
Description Six young sisters live in the depths of the ocean, longing for the chance to see the beauty of the earth. Most eager of all is the youngest mermaid, who counts the days to her fifteenth birthday when her grandmother will finally allow her to rise to the surface. Her first sight above the water is a large ship on which a beautiful prince is celebrating his sixteenth birthday. Immediately she falls in love, and so begins her determined quest to join the prince on earth as a human. Full of wonder and heart, The Little Mermaid remains one of the most powerful fairy tales ever written, and this new, gorgeously illustrated translation gives it renewed life.
About the Author Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was born in Odense, Denmark, the son of a poor shoemaker. The king helped to pay for his education, enabling him to become a short-story writer, novelist and playwright. He remains best known for his fairy tales, which include The Red Shoes, The Emperor's New Clothes, The Little Mermaid and The Ugly Duckling. Pushkin Children's also publishes The Snow Queen and The Wild Swans.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781782692492 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: 64 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Into The Land Of Dinosaurs Laura Baker, Nadia Taylor
Step into the land of dinosaurs with this exquisite, layered book that combines touch-and-feel elements and a simple narrative to introduce younger readers to dinosaurs and their main characteristics.
Description Into the Land of Dinosaurs is a layered, touch-and-feel board book for pre-school children that introduces them to dinosaurs and their main characteristics. Through a simple narrative about a baby T-rex who has lost his mum and is searching for her, it shows different dinosaurs and how the main features by which they can be identified. With gently rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, the book is layered and features embossing and foil, all of which encourages the reader to interact with the book and turn each page, delighting in increasingly expansive spreads.
About the Author Laura Baker grew up in Canada with a passion for stories. She now lives in a lovely coastal town in Wales with her husband, two sons and big basset hound. She loves finding special stories to tell in the everyday, relatable world of a child (or dog). Nadia Taylor is a designer and printmaker based in London, England. Her colourful prints are filled with bold shapes and striking pattern. She loves screen-printing and the whole process informs her work - from the use of a limited colour palette to the incorporation of textures and dark outlines.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9780711245334 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 230h x 210w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Into The Ocean Laura Baker, illustrated by Nadia Taylor
Dive into the ocean to join a young turtle on a game of hide-and-seek, and learn about sea creatures and their habitat.
Description Through a simple story about a turtle playing hide-and-seek with his friends, it shows different animal families as they go about their daily lives. With gently rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, the book is layered in a way that encourages the reader to interact with the book and turn each page, delighting in the increasingly expansive spreads. The story leads the reader towards a hole in the final page, and a surprise on the back cover.
About the Author Laura Baker grew up in Canada with a passion for stories. She now lives in a lovely coastal town in Wales with her husband, son, and big basset hound. She loves finding special stories to tell in the everyday, relatable world of a child (or dog). Nadia Taylor is a designer and printmaker based in London, England. Her colourful prints are filled with bold shapes and striking pattern. She loves screen-printing and the whole process informs her work from the use of a limited colour palette to the incorporation of textures and dark outlines.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781910277706 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 230h x 210w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Into The Forest Laura Baker and illustrated by Nadia Taylor
Take a step into the forest and join a young squirrel as she looks for her family in this sumptuous, 'touch and feel' layered board book that introduces preschool readers to animals and their habitats.
Description Into the Forest is a beautiful board book for pre-school children that introduces them to animals and their habitats. Through a simple narrative about a squirrel looking for her family, it shows different animal families as they go about their daily lives. With gently rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, this 'touch and feel' book is layered in a way that encourages the reader to interact with the book and turn each page, delighting in the increasingly expansive spreads. Into the Forest is the second in the Into the... series, following on from Into the Ocean.
About the Author Laura Baker grew up in Canada with a passion for stories. She now lives in a lovely coastal town in Wales with her husband, son and big basset hound. She loves finding special stories to tell in the everyday, relatable world of a child (or dog). Nadia Taylor is a designer and printmaker based in London, England. Her colourful prints are filled with bold shapes and striking pattern. She loves screen-printing and the whole process informs her work - from the use of a limited colour palette to the incorporation of textures and dark outlines.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781910277751 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 230w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Onto The Farm Laura Baker, illustrated by Nadia Taylor
Step onto the farm one bright sunny morning with this exquisite, layered book that combines touch-and-feel elements such as embossing and foil and a simple narrative to introduce younger readers to farm animals and their homes.
Description Onto the Farm is a layered, touch-and-feel board book for pre-school children that introduces them to farmyard animals and their homes. Through a simple narrative about a cockerel waking up the farm in the morning, it shows different farm animals and where on the farm they can be found. With gently rhyming text and beautiful illustrations, the book is layered and features embossing and foil, which encourage the reader to interact with the book and turn each page, delighting in increasingly expansive spreads.
About the Author Laura Baker grew up in Canada with a passion for stories. She now lives in a lovely coastal town in Wales with her husband, two sons and big basset hound. She loves finding special stories to tell in the everyday, relatable world of a child (or dog). Nadia Taylor is a designer and printmaker based in London, England. Her colourful prints are filled with bold shapes and striking pattern. She loves screen-printing and the whole process informs her work - from the use of a limited colour palette to the incorporation of textures and dark outlines.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9780711245358 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 230h x 210w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Words & Pictures AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 We Are Not Frogs Michael Morpurgo, illustrated by Sam Usher
Children’s literature legend Michael Morpurgo teams up with illustration star Sam Usher for a rollicking countryside adventure story, now in a Little Gems edition for more parents and children to share together.
Description The frogs always beat the toads at long jump but the toads don’t mind – anything for a quiet life. But then the children and Mutt the dog come in search of some good jumpers, and the toads see an opportunity to get their own back. Soon the poor frogs have been gathered up and put in an ice-cream tub, and they’re hopping mad!
About the Author Michael Morpurgo OBE is one of the UK's best-loved authors for children and young people. He was the third UK Children's Laureate and has won countless awards for his writing.
Sam Usher has drawn since childhood and uses a fresh and charming loose ink line with watercolour and, on occasion, washing-up liquid. He lives in London.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781127926 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 168h x 126w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Case of the Vanishing Granny (Big Top Mystery #1) Alexander McCall Smith, illustrated by Sam Usher
Introducing the first tale in The Big Top Mysteries, an exciting new series from Alexander McCall Smith and illustrator Sam Usher.
Description Roll up! Roll up! The Shortbread Family Circus is in town! Billy, Fern and Joe Shortbread are the stars of their family circus, but they also have another talent … they’re experts at solving mysteries! When their circus moves into a new town they soonmake friends with a young boy named Tom. But Tom can’t enjoy the circus because his granny has disappeared and he’s worried he’ll never see her again. With the help of their astonishing circus skills can the Shortbread circus stars crack the clues and find Tom’s granny?A brilliant McCall Smith adventure story, brimming with wit, wisdom and larger than life characters.
About the Author Alexander McCall Smith is one of the world’s most prolific and most popular authors. He is perhaps best known for the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency books which have sold over 20 million copies worldwide. He is the author of over 30 books for children and has won numerous awards for his writing, including the British Book Awards Author of the Year Award in 2004 and a CBE for services to literature in 2007. He lives in Edinburgh.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781128572 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 128 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 The Great Clown Conundrum (Big Top Mysteries #2) Alexander McCall Smith, illustrated by Sam Usher
Roll up! Roll up! For the second exciting instalment in The Big-Top Mysteries series, packed with all the fun of the circus and an intriguing new mystery to be solved ...
Description A new season is about to begin at the Shortbread family's circus! The big-top is ready and everyone is excited to get started. But as the shows begin cheif clown Mr Birdcage is in a bit of a pickle - none of his hilarious props seem to be working! When budding detectives Billy, Fern and Joe get on the case to investigate, they soon discover that the props have been tampered with! But who would want to sabotage Mr Birdcage and why?
About the Author Alexander McCall Smith is one of the world's most prolific and popular authors. He has won numerous awards for his writing, including the British Book Award Author of the Year Award and a CBE for services to literature.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781128800 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 104 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Tin Boy Steve Cole
The true cost of the tin that goes into our electronic devices is revealed in this stark and gripping story of one boy's life as a tin miner from the bestselling author of Young Bond.
Description Mining for tin in deep, dangerous trenches is the only life that Tono has ever known. Worked to the brink of exhaustion each day by his unforgiving uncle, Tono’s only escape is in the precious moments when he reads his dad’s old comics. In a world of heroes and superpowers, he can forget the terrifying mining pits. But an underwater avalanche, a glimpse of something bright red in the sandy seabed, and a canny sidekick are about to transform Tono’s life for ever …
About the Author Steve Cole is a bestselling children's author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, Astrosaurs and most recently he has taken up the incredibly high profile Young Bond series, with collective sales of over three million copies. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781128725 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 130w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Senseless Steve Cole
Gaming and adventure combine in this thrill-a-minute ride.
Description It's a dream come true - Kenzie has been invited to a big international gaming tournament on a sun-soaked island. But then unreality ratchets up with disturbing scenes involving other contestants, soldiers and frantic chases through the hotel. Worst of all, Kenzie seems to be losing his senses one by one - and he has no idea whether the dangers he faces are real or the game. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 9+
About the Author Steve Cole is a bestselling children's author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, Astrosaurs and most recently he has taken up the incredibly high profile Young Bond series, with collective sales of over three million copies. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781127339 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 130w mm Extent: 88 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Mind Writer Steve Cole
Slick fantasy meets heart-pounding action in this gripping title from the bestselling author of Young Bond.
Description Luke's always been good at knowing things. He could guess at a right answer in class or pick up on things other people couldn't. But now it's sharpened into something much more. Now Luke can actually hear people's thoughts. And there's a weird new girl Iris hanging around who seems to know exactly what he can do. She wants something from him but can he trust her? Not everything is as it seems in this high-octane thriller, perfect for fans of Alex Rider.
About the Author Steve Cole is a bestselling children's author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, Astrosaurs and most recently he has taken up the incredibly high profile Young Bond series, with collective sales of over three million copies. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781125830 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 130w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 National Trust: 2021 Nature Month-By-Month: A Children's Almanac illustrated by Elly Jahnz, Anna Wilson
Take an inspirational month-by-month journey through the seasons with 2021 Nature Month-By-Month: A Children's Almanac.
Description Take an inspirational journey through the seasons with this updated edition of Nature Month-by-Month: A Children's Almanac.Beautifully illustrated by Elly Jahnz and written by nature-lover and wild swimmer Anna Wilson, this fantastic, fully illustrated guide to 2021 includes nature spotter guides, indoor and outdoor craft and activity ideas, seasonal recipes and celebrations of religious festivals and special events.A wonderful gift to treasure and explore over the coming year, this gorgeous almanac, which has been updated with one third new material and revised design throughout, will encourage young readers to connect with nature and the world around them.
About the Author Anna Wilson (Author) Anna Wilson lives in Penzance, Cornwall, with her family, cats, chickens, ducks and a tortoise called Hercules. She has written numerous wonderful picture books and fiction titles for Pan Macmillan, HarperCollins, Stripes and Nosy Crow. A keen wild swimmer, Anna's passion for animals and the natural world shines through in all her work.
Elly Jahnz (Illustrator) Elly Jahnz is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Falmouth, Cornwall. Formerly a designer for fashion brand Seasalt Cornwall, she now works with a range of clients all over the world on everything from magazine and newspaper editorial to books, packaging and shop signage.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788008211 Format: B Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 193h x 129w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Football Superstar Skills Aidan Radnedge
Contains dynamic profiles, including memorable facts and stats, about the world's 20 greatest players in men's and women's football today, such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Sam Kerr and Memphis Depay. Each star profile is proceeded by clear photographic step-by-step instructions demonstrating the basic skills, as mastered by the star players, before the reader moves on to more advanced practice drills.
Description Want to control the ball like Kylian Mbappe, dribble like Lionel Messi and pull off stunning saves like David de Gea? Football Superstar Skills is guaranteed to help you emulate the feats of some of the most iconic players in world football!
The book features 20 modern greats, from headline-grabbing young stars to world-beating legends, offering key facts about their signature skills and what it takes to be a great footballer. Then follow the simple step-by-steps to master essential footballing skills, from the basics such as controlling the ball and passing, to more advanced techniques such as finding space and bending a free-kick. What's more, you will learn about the game's greatest managers, formations and tactics and even relive the greatest goals in World Cup football history.
About the Author Aidan Radnedge is the Chief Reporter of Metro, Britain's largest circulation newspaper - including coverage from World Cups, European Championships and Summer Olympics. He writes regularly for twice-weekly German football magazine Kicker and has contributed to or appeared on World Soccer, Sports Illustrated and Kickabout magazines, the BBC World Service and various other national newspapers. Aidan is the author/co-author of Fifty Things You Should Know About Football, Football: The Ultimate Guide, Football World Records, Olympic and World Records 2012, and Dream Eleven: England National Team.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781783125173 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 246h x 189w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Welbeck Children's AUSTRALIA DECEMBER 2020 Beanopedia Beano Studios Limited
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO BEANOTOWN AND ITS INHABITANTS.
Description This mischievous guide contains everything you ever wanted to know about Beanotown - inside you'll find:
- Character profiles for all your favourite residents, including Dennis, Gnasher, Minnie and Bananaman.
- Fun facts about all the weird and wonderful locations
- A history of Beanotown
- A celebration of Dennis's best pranks
- A fun Beanotown quiz to check whether you've been paying attention.
Fully illustrated throughout, this is the ideal gift for young Beano fans.
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Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781787417052 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 302h x 241w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
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