AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Brickman's Family Challenge Book Ryan McNaught
Lego building challenges for all ages and levels by the star judge of the smash hit TV show LEGO® Masters Australia.
Description 'You have ... one minute to buy this book. Your time starts now. Good luck! (Seriously, though - you should. It's great.)' HAMISH BLAKE
Challenge each member of your household to a building competition that is the brainchild of Brickman himself, star judge of the smash hit TV show LEGO® Masters Australia and a LEGO Certified Professional. Each of the 30 challenges can be attempted at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. So whether you're 5 or 105, an infrequent brick builder or a huge LEGO fan, this book will get you off your screen and get your creative juices flowing with even the most basic LEGO collection.
Including: - Maze runner: build a maze with obstacles and design themes - Model mashup: roll a die to determine which hybrid model you need to build in under 2 hours-a Supersonic Banana Plane, anyone? - Self-portrait: one of the hardest things to build with LEGO is curves, but Brickman helps you crack the techniques for building a recognisable 3D portrait of yourself.
Packed with pro tips and suggestions on how to take your builds to the next level, as well as a 'know your bricks' glossary, this book will turn you into a Master LEGO Builder in no time.
Are you up for the challenge?
About the Author
Price: AU $35.00 NZ $39.99 Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught is the southern hemisphere's only LEGO Certified Professional. He is the judge on the smash ISBN: 9781760525941 hit family TV show LEGO Masters Australia, hosted by Hamish Blake, which captivates over 1 million Australian viewers Format: Flexibound per episode and has led to LEGO sales going through the roof since going to air. When he is not judging LEGO Package Type: FLEXIBACK competitions onscreen, Ryan oversees construction of extraordinary LEGO builds for display in stores and in exhibitions Dimensions: 260h x 210w mm Extent: 192 pages which tour the world. Bic1: Bic2:
Murdoch Books AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Brickman's Family Challenge Book 15 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
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Murdoch Books AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Catch Me If I Fall Barry Jonsberg
Ashleigh and Aiden are thirteen-year-old twins who promise to always look out for each other. Aiden is more dedicated to the task than Ashleigh, but when it comes to matters of life and death, they both exhibit a fierce protectiveness that will change the course of their lives.
Description 'We've been worried about Aiden too, Ash,' said Mum. 'He's always been such a … predictable child. You're not the only one to have noticed the changes in his temperament.'
Ash and Aiden Delatour are identical twins, living a privileged lifestyle with loving parents. In a world that has fallen apart at the seams, they want for nothing. All they have to do is be there for each other, no matter what.
But after Aiden suffers a terrible injury, he isn't the same brother Ash always relied on. Something has changed, and it will lead to a discovery that will turn their whole world upside down.
A brilliant and timely middle-grade novel from the bestselling author of My Life As An Alphabet and A Song Only I Can Hear.
About the Author Barry lives in Darwin in the Northern Territory with his wife, Nita and his dog Zorro, who is certifiably insane. He used to spend some days teaching English at a local school but gave it up after 38 years of classroom contact. That is a very long time and he'd had enough. So now he spends most of his time tapping away at his computer trying to make sense of the stories in his head. He doesn't get much leisure time, but what little there is, is spent walking the dog and reading. He does a lot of reading and a lot of writing. He gave up playing sport when he was fifteen on the grounds he was rubbish but loves to watch Liverpool FC play and was thrilled that England won three successive Ashes series.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781760877613 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 272 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Catch Me If I Fall 10 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
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Price: AU $169.90 NZ $189.90 ISBN: 9324551077054 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 A Song Only I Can Hear Barry Jonsberg
Rob has a huge crush on the new girl at school. But Rob is painfully shy and suffers severe panic attacks. How is her heart to be won? Another wonderful and heart-warming comedy drama from the award-winning author of My Life as an Alphabet.
Description Good evening, Rob. Your first challenge follows. These challenges have nothing to do with impressing Destry Camberwick. They are all to do with Rob Fitzgerald impressing Rob Fitzgerald. Bear that in mind at all times. Challenge 1. You will enter the Milltown's Got Talent competition. This gives you over a fortnight to polish your act and work out strategies to overcome panic attacks. I would wish you luck but the point of this challenge is that you don't need it.
Introducing Rob Fitzgerald: thirteen years old and determined to impress the new girl at school, but it's a difficult task for a super-shy kid who is prone to panic attacks that include vomiting, difficulty breathing and genuine terror that can last all day. An anonymous texter is sending Rob challenges and they might just help. Or not.
Beautifully moving and full of heart and humour, A Song Only I Can Hear is a delightful novel about dreaming big, being brave and marching to the beat of your own drum.
About the Author Barry Jonsberg's YA novels, The Whole Business with Kiffo and the Pitbull and It's Not All About YOU, Calma! were shortlisted for the CBCA awards. It's Not All About YOU, Calma! also won the Adelaide Festival Award for Children's Literature and Dreamrider was shortlisted in the NSW Premier's Awards. Being Here won the QLD Premier's YA Book Award and was shortlisted for the Prime Minister's Award. My Life as an Alphabet won the Gold Inky, the Children's Peace Literature Award, the Territory Read, Children's Literature/YA Award and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award and was shortlisted in the Prime Minister's Literary Awards, the CBCA awards, the WA Premier's Book Awards and the Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 Adelaide Festival Awards. ISBN: 9781760630836 Format: B Barry lives in Darwin. His books have been published in the USA, the UK, France, Poland, Germany, Hungary, Brazil, Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Turkey, China and Korea. Extent: 288 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Pierre's Not There Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Christopher Nielsen
A girl who transforms into a dog, a magic puppet show with the power to change lives, and a story about the mysteries of the imagination from Ursula Dubosarsky, the Australian Children's Laureate.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Lara had always wished she was a dog, and one day, just for a short time, she actually became one. This is how it happened.
In a tall mulberry brick terrace house on the harbour that Lara explores while her mother cleans, Lara meets Pierre, a boy about her age with a beautiful antique puppet theatre. With his puppets, he tells her a story about a boy whose family has been eaten by wolves. The boy is lost. He needs to find his grandmother. Lara takes the part of a dog but, suddenly, she can no longer tell where she ends and Dog begins. Or is she Wolf? Caught up in Pierre's story, Lara has to fight to protect her new friend but also her identity - and to help Pierre find his home.
Pierre's Not There is a lyrical, captivating, imaginative and highly original story that can be read on many levels.
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky was born and grew up in Sydney and wanted to be a writer from the age of six. She is now the author of over 60 books for children and young adults and her work is published all over the world. She has won several national literary awards and internationally she has been nominated for both the Hans Christian Andersen award and the Astrid Lindgren prize. Her most recent novel for children, Brindabella, was short-listed for the 2019 CBCA awards. Ursula Dubosarsky is the current Australian Children's Laureate.
Christopher Nielsen is an award-winning Sydney-based illustrator specialising in children's books, advertising and packaging. His artwork is inspired by a passion for mid-century design and has been short-listed for the CBCA Crichton
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 Award and acknowledged by The British Book Design and Publication Awards, AGDA Awards, 3x3 Awards, ISBN: 9781760525934 Communication Arts, American Illustration and Society Of Illustrators NY. He has received Gold, Silver and Bronze Format: B medals in the Illustrators Australia Awards. Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 208 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Ursula Dubosarsky 24 copy mixed dumpbin A&U Point of Sale
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Description Pack includes 12 copies of Pierre's Not There and 3 copies each of Golden Day, Blue Cat, Red Shoe and Cryptic Casebook 1 plus a free dumpbin with header and shelftalker
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Price: AU $413.76 NZ $473.76 ISBN: 9324551077030 Format: Pack Package Type: PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Pierre's Not There 12 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
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Price: AU $203.88 NZ $227.88 ISBN: 9324551077047 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Ask Hercules Quick Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Andrew Joyner
A hilarious and entertaining story about a boy who does a series of odd jobs for his eccentric neighbours, from the bestselling creators of The Terrible Plop.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
'How much money do I have in my piggy bank?' asked Hercules. 'Actually,' said Aunt Alligator, 'I don't think you have a piggy bank, Hercules.'
Hercules sighed. No piggy bank, no money. I need a job, he thought. That's what I need.
He got out his paints, his paintbrush and a big piece of plain paper. On the paper, he painted some words.
NEED SOMETHING DONE? ASK HERCULES QUICK!
About the Author Ursula was born and grew up in Sydney in a family of writers and wanted to be a writer from the age of six. She is now the author of 50 books for children and young adults and her work is published all over the world. She has won several national literary awards, including the Victorian, Queensland and South Australian state awards for literature, and has also won the NSW Premier's Literary Award a record five times. Internationally she has been nominated for both the Hans Christian Andersen and Astrid Lindgren awards. She has a PhD in English literature and currently lives in Sydney. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Andrew Joyner is a highly acclaimed picture book creator who has illustrated many of Ursula's picture book texts to great success. Together they have been shortlisted and won many awards, including CBCA awards and children's choice
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 awards. ISBN: 9781760296827 Format: Hardcover Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 205h x 153w mm Extent: 64 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 School Rules Are Optional: The Grade Six Survival Guide 1 Alison Hart
Jesse is in his final year of primary school and should be living it up as one of the 'Kings', but he can't even get his Prep buddy to follow school rules. A hilarious story of being undervalued and over everything for fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Secrets of a Schoolyard Millionaire.
Description It's the first day of school and I've already got three problems:
1) Mrs Leeman is my classroom teacher. She's so ancient she taught my dad! 2) I might have accidentally been voted School Captain (I had an unusually popular day when the class voted last year) 3) Somehow I've lost my Grade Six jersey between receiving it and Mrs Leeman's lecture about being responsible.
That's a lot to go wrong in half an hour. On top of that, it's a million degrees. So that's four problems. It's worse than I thought! At least things can only get better, right?
Jesse will have you roaring with laughter as he navigates the rites and rituals of Grade Six including a disrespectful Prep buddy, a plumbing problem the size of Niagara Falls, not to mention the dreaded compulsory school camp.
'A full-on fun fest!' Oliver Phommavanh, author of Thai-riffic!, Con-nerd and Natural Born Loser
'Hilarious primary school hijinks abound! A must-read.' Kate and Jol Temple, authors of Captain Jimmy Cook Discovers Third Grade and Yours Troolie, Alice Toolie
About the Author Alison Hart lives at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges with her teen daughter and lots of animals, wild and domestic. The house block is so steep, you have to go down two sets of steps to get to the front door. It's nice and quiet for writing, but also a bit distracting because the view is really good. In her spare time, Alison likes reading, watching old movies, and Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 opening and closing the door for the cat. Besides writing, Alison works in community aged care. School Rules Are ISBN: 9781760525712 Optional is her first novel. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 208 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 School Rules 8 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
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Price: AU $119.92 NZ $135.92 ISBN: 9324551077023 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Treasures of the Deep Andrew McGahan
An atmospheric collection of stories set amid the oceans, seas and tall ships of the Ship Kings -- from the CBCA shortlisted author of The Coming of the Whirlpool and the Miles-Franklin-award-winning novel, The White Earth.
Description He turned: the scapegoat was pointing a fleshy arm directly down at the water, and following it Roland saw a mass of pale, stringy lines suddenly seething up from the deeps to surface all about the ship. He froze in disbelief. It couldn't be- But then the cry went up from the main deck. 'Ropes! White ropes!' And so the horror began.
A ship and its crew held in thrall by an ancient sea creature, a young girl blinded by foresight, a scapegoat with a gift to foresee death - these haunting short stories set in the Four Isles, the setting of Andrew McGahan's highly acclaimed Ship Kings series, tell fascinating tales of tall ships, ancient grudges and the full significance of the meaning of indefinite survival in an ocean that holds as many mysteries as it does drops of water.
'A fitting end to the epic Ship Kings series, Treasures of the Deep moves with mysterious grandeur through lost oceans and wild. Its captains and crew, both real and ghostly, find equal parts horror and wonder in their path. These are some deep, dark, fantastical adventures. Do you dare to set sail?' --Margo Lanagan
About the Author Andrew McGahan was one of Australia's finest fiction writers. His first novel, Praise, won the 1992 Australian/Vogel Literary Award. The White Earth won the 2004 Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Book of the Year and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. In 2009 Andrew was shortlisted for the Manning Clark House National Cultural Awards for his contribution to Australian Literature. Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760524845 The Coming of the Whirlpool, book one in the Ship Kings series, was shortlisted for an Indie Award, an ABIA, an Aurealis Format: B Award, a Golden Inky and a 2012 CBC award. Book two, The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice was Highly Commended in the Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm 2012 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards -- Christina Stead Award, a 2013 CBC Notable Book and Extent: 384 pages shortlisted for the Queensland Literary Awards. Andrew died in 2019. Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Ocean of the Dead: Ship Kings 4 Andrew McGahan
New in paperback. The cataclysmic final book in the award-winning Ship Kings series. In search of a new world, Dow and Nell must face the final frontier - the treacherous Doldrums. Their journey will be filled with wonders; the rewards could be great - but the cost might be everything, for there are good reasons why none who have sailed the Ocean of the Dead have returned to tell the tale.
Description It is no easy thing, to take leave of the world.
At very long last a captain of his own ship, Dow Amber is determined to venture beyond the final frontier - the still, stagnant waters of the Doldrums - in search of a New World. With Nell finally by his side, he is hopeful that they can start again, far from politics, betrayal and war.
But none who have sailed the Ocean of the Dead have returned to tell the tale. Before long, an old enemy appears. And with the enemy new dangers. Does the fleet sail to certain death, or to glorious new life beyond the treacherous Doldrums?
The Ocean of the Dead is the cataclysmic conclusion to Andrew McGahan's stunning Ship Kings series.
About the Author Andrew McGahan was one of Australia's finest fiction writers. His first novel, Praise, won the 1992 Australian/Vogel Literary Award. The White Earth won the 2004 Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Book of the Year and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. In 2009 Andrew was shortlisted for the Manning Clark House National Cultural Awards for his contribution to Australian Literature.
The Coming of the Whirlpool, book one in the Ship Kings series, was shortlisted for an Indie Award, an ABIA, an Aurealis Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 Award, a Golden Inky and a 2012 CBC award. Book two, The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice was Highly Commended in the ISBN: 9781760878726 2012 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards -- Christina Stead Award, a 2013 CBC Notable Book and Format: B shortlisted for the Queensland Literary Awards. Andrew died in 2019. Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 432 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Dog Shaun Tan
A beautifully poetic and gorgeously illustrated reflection on the relationship between dogs and humans. Dog is a stand-alone picture book of one of the most-loved stories from the bestselling and internationally acclaimed Tales from the Inner City by Shaun Tan, winner of the 2020 Kate Greenaway medal.
Description Once we were strangers, legs bent the wrong way, rough voices falling to the wind … But in our hearts we wanted more than this. In our hearts, we knew there was more.
'A tour de force.' - The New York Times
About the Author Shaun Tan grew up in Perth and works as an artist, writer and film-maker in Melbourne. He is best known for illustrated books that deal with social and historical subjects through dream-like imagery, widely translated throughout the world and enjoyed by readers of all ages. Shaun has also worked as a theatre designer, a film concept artist, and won an Academy Award for the short animated film The Lost Thing. In 2011 he received the prestigious Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in Sweden, in recognition of his services to literature for young people.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760526139 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 240h x 185w mm Extent: 40 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 In the Bush Book and Jigsaw Puzzle Roland Harvey
A fabulously entertaining book and jigsaw gift set from one of Australia's favourite illustrators.
Description Wombat Flat's the best! We camped out near the Cascades, stayed up all night to see the sunrise, nearly got snowed in at Mt Misery ... and rode across the Razorback. And a squillion other things that you'll find out when you come with us to Wombat Flat.
A delightful book and puzzle gift set of an Australian classic for the whole family to enjoy. The 400mm x 490mm jigsaw comprises 150 pieces.
About the Author Roland Harvey is one of Australia's best-loved illustrators. In 1978, he established Roland Harvey Studios and began designing and producing greeting cards, posters and stationery with a distinctly Australian flavour. Ventures into publishing quickly followed. His best-loved books include My Place in Space (with Joe Levine, Sally Hirst and Robin Hirst), Burke and Wills, The First Fleet, Sick As (with Gael Jennings), Roland Harvey's Big Book of Christmas as well as his bestselling family holiday adventure series - At the Beach, In the Bush, In the City, To the Top End, All the Way to W. A. and On the Farm.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760878429 Format: Slipcased Package Type: SLIPCASE Dimensions: 250h x 240w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Imagine - Book and Jigsaw Puzzle Alison Lester
Alison Lester's Imagine - a wonderful introduction to the natural world with pictures to explore again and again. With 150 piece jigsaw.
Description Imagine yourself deep in the jungle, under the sea, in a land of ice and snow, on a farm, in the moonlit bush, on an African plain, in a prehistoric swamp. Then turn the page and find all the animals living there.
A book of imaginative adventure, with intricate illustrations from Australia's favourite picture book creator, Alison Lester.
About the Author Alison Lester grew up on a farm by the sea, and first rode a horse as a baby in her father's arms. Her picture books mix imaginary worlds with everyday life, encouraging children to believe in themselves and celebrate the differences that make them special. Alison is involved in many community art projects and spends part of every year travelling to remote Indigenous communities, using her books to help children and adults write and draw about their own lives.
In 2012, Alison became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate, a position she shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, she was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature, and in 2018 she became the first children's book writer to win the Melbourne Prize for Literature, for her outstanding contribution to Australian literature and cultural and intellectual life.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781760528577 Format: Flexibound Package Type: SLIPCASE Dimensions: 166h x 218w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Art: financial aspects Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Noni the Pony Rescues a Joey Alison Lester
Come on another adventure with Noni the Pony in this totally delightful rhyming story by the much-loved Alison Lester, in a beautiful board book edition.
Description SHORT-LISTED: CBCA Book of the Year, Early Childhood, 2019
Noni the Pony heads out for the day, to roam the green hills behind Waratah Bay. As she and her friends wander down a green trail, they meet someone small with a very long tail. Can they help the lost baby wallaby find the way home?
Alison Lester's books are favourites with children and adults around the world. Magic Beach, Imagine, My Farm and Noni the Pony are Australian classics.
About the Author Alison Lester grew up on a farm by the sea, and first rode a horse as a baby in her father's arms. Her picture books mix imaginary worlds with everyday life, encouraging children to believe in themselves and celebrate the differences that make them special. Alison is involved in many community art projects and spends part of every year travelling to remote Indigenous communities, using her books to help children and adults write and draw about their own lives.
In 2012, Alison became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate, a position she shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, she was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature, and in 2018 she became the first children's book creator to win the Melbourne Prize for Literature, for her outstanding contribution to Australian literature and cultural and intellectual life. In 2019, Alison was awarded an Australia Post Legends Award and featured on a stamp, as well as being the recipient of a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2019 Australia Day Honours List.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760875053 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 148h x 196w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Tashi and the Stolen Forest Anna Fienberg and Barbara Fienberg, Illustrated by Kim Gamble
In this Australia Reads exclusive story, can Tashi use Much-to-Learn's spell to outsmart the Wicked Baron and stop the old forest from disappearing?
Description OVER ONE MILLION COPIES SOLD!
'Why, that interfering little worm, someone ought to step on him!' the Baron hissed to Tiki Pu. I guessed he was talking about me. 'Well, never mind if he blabs about the wood,' he added, cheering up. 'I'll just lie, and say I had nothing to do with it. You, however, must pay Much-to-Learn a visit. Steal his secret spell.'
Jack loved it when Tashi told his stories. Today Tashi was telling about the time the old forest disappeared, and Much-to- Learn was in danger of disappearing with it! And now the whole village was threatened ... Could magic sand and a certain spell help save them all? Only someone as clever as Tashi could find a way to outwit the Baron - and solve the mystery of the disappearing trees. An Australia Reads exclusive story.
ACCLAIM FOR TASHI First published in 1995 and has now achieved classic status with sales of over one million copies.
'All children should meet Tashi. He can be their mentor on the road to reading, feeding their imaginations with fantastic stories. The Tashi stories have the evergreen qualities of classics.' Magpies
'The Tashi stories are some of my all-time favourites: a world within a world and a magical place for children to lose themselves in.' Sally Rippin, bestselling author of Polly and Buster and Billie B. Brown
'I read my kids Tashi - it's this story that they love.' Angelina Jolie
Price: AU $2.99 NZ $2.99 About the Author ISBN: 9781760878566 Anna Fienberg is a storyteller with a special talent for fantasy and things magical. She is the author of many popular and Format: B award-winning books for children of all ages. In 2019 Anna was made a Member of the Order of Australia for her services Package Type: PAPERBACK to literature. She and her mother Barbara, a teacher librarian, write the Tashi stories together. Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Kim Gamble was one of Australia's leading illustrators for children, illustrating over 70 books. For many years Anna and Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Aust Reads Tashi Carton A&U Point of Sale
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A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Aust Reads Tashi 40 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
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Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories (The Folk of the Air series) Holly Black, illustrated by Rovina Cai
An irresistible return to the captivating world of Elfhame from bestselling Folk of the Air author Holly Black, with stunning full-colour illustrations by Rovina Cai.
Description Once upon a time, there was a boy with a wicked tongue ...
Before Cardan was a cruel prince or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. In this sumptuously illustrated tale, Holly Black reveals a deeper look into the dramatic life of Elfhame's enigmatic high king. This tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar but pivotal moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardan's perspective.
This new instalment in the Folk of the Air series is a return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humour and drama that enchanted readers everywhere. Each chapter is paired with lavish and luminous full-colour art, making this the perfect collector's item to be enjoyed by audiences both new and old.
About the Author Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Her titles include the Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare) and the Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019, and winner of the Silver Inky for best International YA book. She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at blackholly.com or @HollyBlack
Rovina Cai is a freelance illustrator who works across a variety of genres. Her poetic imagery has served as book covers, posters and interior art for novels and picture books. She recently won the World Fantasy Award for best artist. Her work Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 has also been recognised by organisations like the Society of Illustrators, and the Children's Book Council of Australia. ISBN: 9781471410017 Format: Misc PB Rovina works out of a cosy studio in Melbourne, Australia, in an old building that was once a convent and is possibly Package Type: PAPERBACK haunted. Dimensions: 229h x 152w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories (The Folk of the Air series) Holly Black, illustrated by Rovina Cai
An irresistible return to the captivating world of Elfhame from bestselling Folk of the Air author Holly Black, with stunning full-colour illustrations by Rovina Cai.
Description Once upon a time, there was a boy with a wicked tongue ...
Before Cardan was a cruel prince or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. In this sumptuously illustrated tale, Holly Black reveals a deeper look into the dramatic life of Elfhame's enigmatic high king. This tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar but pivotal moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardan's perspective.
This new instalment in the Folk of the Air series is a return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humour and drama that enchanted readers everywhere. Each chapter is paired with lavish and luminous full-colour art, making this the perfect collector's item to be enjoyed by audiences both new and old.
About the Author Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Her titles include the Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare) and the Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019, and winner of the Silver Inky for best International YA book. She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at blackholly.com or @HollyBlack
Rovina Cai is a freelance illustrator who works across a variety of genres. Her poetic imagery has served as book covers, posters and interior art for novels and picture books. She recently won the World Fantasy Award for best artist. Her work Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 has also been recognised by organisations like the Society of Illustrators, and the Children's Book Council of Australia. ISBN: 9781471409981 Format: C-Format HB Rovina works out of a cosy studio in Melbourne, Australia, in an old building that was once a convent and is possibly Package Type: HARD BACK haunted. Dimensions: 230h x 150w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 My Life as a Cat Carlie Sorosiak
A wise, funny and moving story of what it means to find a family, from the best-selling author of I, Cosmo.
Description Leonard has never had a name. Or a body. Or a best friend. But he is excited to try being a human.
On their three-hundredth-birthday, every alien from Leonard's home galaxy gets to spend a month in the body of an Earth Creature. Leonard was supposed to become a forest ranger in Yellowstone National Park - but there was a mix-up. And now he's stuck as a stray cat.
Luckily for Leonard, he meets a young human called Olive - and together they set out on a journey to find home.
About the Author Carlie Sorosiak grew up in North Carolina. She has a master's in English from Oxford University and another in publishing from City, University of London. She is the author of two novels for young adults, If Birds Fly Back and Wild Blue Wonder. Her goals include traveling to all seven continents and fostering a wide variety of animals. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and her American dingo.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788006088 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 256 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 My Life As A Cat 10 copy mixed pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 6 copies of My Life As A Cat and 2 copies of I Cosmo plus a free reading copy.
Description Pack includes 6 copies of My Life As A Cat and 2 copies of I Cosmo plus a free reading copy.
About the Author
Price: AU $149.90 NZ $169.90 ISBN: 9324551077085 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 I, Cosmo Carlie Sorosiak
A moving, beautiful, hilarious story of one dog's attempt to save his family, become a star, and eat a lot of bacon.
Description Cosmo's family is falling apart. And it's up to Cosmo to keep them together. He knows exactly what to do. There's only one problem.
Cosmo is a Golden Retriever.
Incredibly funny, and filled with warmth and heart, this is Charlotte's Web meets Little Miss Sunshine - the story of one dog's attempt to save his family, become a star, and eat a lot of bacon.
About the Author Carlie Sorosiak grew up in North Carolina. She has a master's in English from Oxford University and another in publishing from City, University of London. She is the author of two novels for young adults, If Birds Fly Back and Wild Blue Wonder. Her goals include traveling to all seven continents and fostering a wide variety of animals. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and her American dingo.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788003872 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 272 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 There's a Mouse in My House Ross Collins
A fantastically funny follow-up to the bestselling and award-winning There's a Bear on My Chair.
Description The tables have turned in this hilarious follow-up to There's a Bear on My Chair - this time it's Bear who has an unwelcome guest, and this cheeky mouse just won't leave! He's making a real commotion in Bear's house - eating all the food, listening to loud music and even spilling bathwater all over the floor! But when there's an unexpected knock at the door, Bear decides that perhaps mice aren't so bad after all.
About the Author Ross' primary 1 teacher, Mrs Spears, told his parents that he should go to art school. 13 years went by until he was finally 'old enough' to get into the Glasgow School of Art. Can you believe that? - 13 years. On graduating he won the Macmillan Prize for his first picture book. Since then he's illustrated over 100 books for children and written a few of them too. Several of them have won enormous glittering awards which he keeps in a box in Latvia. Ross' book The Elephantom was recently adapted into a critically acclaimed play by those clever people at the National Theatre who made that 'War Horse' thing. When he's not creating children's books he enjoys working on character development for animation studios like Laika and Disney. He also likes walking in the Scottish glens with his dog Hugo, who is an idiot and his partner Jacqui, who is not.
Price: AU $22.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9781788008259 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Mouse in My House 8 copy mixed pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 6 copies of There's A Mouse in My House and 2 copies of There's A Bear in My Chair plus a free reading copy.
Description Pack includes 6 copies of There's A Mouse in My House and 2 copies of There's A Bear in My Chair plus a free reading copy.
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Price: AU $183.92 NZ $199.92 ISBN: 9324551077092 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 There's a Bear on my Chair Ross Collins
With echoes of Dr Seuss, this joyously illustrated picture book by a multi-award-winning talent is perfect for sharing.
Description Poor Mouse! A bear has decided to settle in his favourite chair, and that chair just isn't big enough for them to share. Mouse tried all kinds of tactics to move Bear, from glaring at him and scaring him, to luring him with a pear, but nothing works. Eventually, Mouse gives up. Once Mouse has gone, Bear gets up from the the chair and walks home. But what's that? Is that a Mouse in Bear's house?!
About the Author Ross' primary 1 teacher told his parents that he should go to art school. 13 years went by until he was finally 'old enough' to get into the Glasgow School of Art. On graduating he won the MacMillan Prize for his first picture book. Since then he's illustrated over 100 books for children and written a few of them too. Several of them have won enormous glittering awards which he keeps in a box in Latvia. Ross' book The Elephantom was recently adapted into a critically acclaimed play by those clever people at the National Theatre who made that 'War Horse' thing. When he's not creating children's books he enjoys working on character development for animation studios like Laika and Disney. He also likes walking in the Scottish glens with his dog Hugo, who is an idiot and his partner Jacqui, who is not.
Price: AU $22.99 NZ $28.99 ISBN: 9780857633934 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 This is a Dog Ross Collins
A hilarious paperback picture book from the award-winning, bestselling author and illustrator, Ross Collins, about a mischievous dog who steals the limelight.
Description Uh-oh! An excitable (but very loveable) dog has found his way into this First Animals book and he will NOT let any of the other animals take their turn. Dogs are far more important, after all! And when the other animals get angry, this dog comes up with a very cunning plan to outwit them...
A funny family story to share at bedtime (or any time!) from the bestselling creator of There's a Bear on my Chair.
Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free "Stories Aloud" audio recording. Just scan the QR code and listen along!
About the Author Ross Collins's primary 1 teacher, Mrs Spears, told his parents that he should go to art school. 13 years went by until he was finally 'old enough' to get into the Glasgow School of Art. Can you believe that? - 13 years. On graduating he won the Macmillan Prize for his first picture book. Since then he's illustrated over 100 books for children and written a few of them too. Several of them have won enormous glittering awards which he keeps in a box in Latvia. Ross's book The Elephantom was recently adapted into a critically acclaimed play by those clever people at the National Theatre who made that War Horse thing. When he's not creating children's books he enjoys working on character development for animation studios like Laika and Disney. He also likes walking in the Scottish glens with his dog Hugo, who is an idiot, and his partner Jacqui and son Ridley, who are not.
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $17.99 ISBN: 9781788009225 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 What Does An Anteater Eat? Ross Collins
This anteater is very hungry, but what on earth does an anteater eat?
Description Anteater is hungry, but he has completely forgotten what anteaters eat. Baffled and with his tummy rumbling, he consults the other animals. But Sloth is too busy, Toucan is clueless, and Crocodile has his own mouth full. Maybe the ants will know - and maybe the answer isn't quite as obvious as you may think! A delightfully silly tale that little ones will return to again and again.
About the Author Ross Collins's primary 1 teacher, Mrs Spears, told his parents that he should go to art school. 13 years went by until he was finally 'old enough' to get into the Glasgow School of Art. Can you believe that? - 13 years. On graduating he won the Macmillan Prize for his first picture book. Since then he's illustrated over 100 books for children and written a few of them too. Several of them have won enormous glittering awards which he keeps in a box in Latvia. Ross's book The Elephantom was recently adapted into a critically acclaimed play by those clever people at the National Theatre who made that War Horse thing. When he's not creating children's books he enjoys working on character development for animation studios like Laika and Disney. He also likes walking in the Scottish glens with his dog Hugo, who is an idiot, and his partner Jacqui and son Ridley, who are not.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788007313 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 210w mm Extent: 26 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 A Treasury of Nursery Rhymes and Poems illustrated by Frann Preston-Gannon
A sumptuous new collection of nursery rhymes from the illustrator of I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree.
Description Explore an enchanting world of nursery rhymes, poems and songs from Frann Preston-Gannon, illustrator of I Am the Seed That Grew the Tree, which won Waterstones Children's Gift of the Year.
Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill, Little Miss Muffet and all your favourite nursery rhyme friends are here, along with elves, mermaids and a crew of white mice from lesser-known gems. Perfect for bedtime, this rich collection of one hundred and one rhymes will delight children for generations to come.
About the Author Frann's first picture book, The Journey Home, was published in 2012 and was shortlisted for both the Waterstones Children's Prize and the Cambridgeshire 'Read it Again' book Prize. In 2011, she became the first UK recipient of the 'Sendak Fellowship' and spent a month living with and learning from Maurice Sendak. She is one fifth of the design group Zombie Collective who specialize in workshops and pop-up galleries. They have worked with clients such as Tate Britain, the House of Illustration, the Design Museum, the British Library and UCL Hospital, creating workshops for both adults and children.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781788008433 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 265h x 240w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Jeremy Worried About the Wind Pamela Butchart, illustrated by Kate Hindley
A witty, perceptive and reassuring story for any child who worries or feels anxious.
Description A quirky, touching fully illustrated picture book that will open up important conversations about worries and anxiety from Blue Peter prize winning author, Pamela Butchart.
Jeremy is a worrier. He worries about odd socks, spotty bananas, evil squirrels, burnt toast, dinosaurs and, most of all... the wind! His friend Maggie isn't worried about anything - after all, what's the worst that could happen? But when Maggie decides to go outside and play in the wind, Jeremy must act fast to keep her out of danger, and he is soon to discover that a bit of courage leads to the most exciting adventures.
A funny and reassuring story from the bestselling author of Wigglesbottom Primary, and with charming and humorous artwork by Kate Hindley, illustrator of best-selling The Same But Different Too and You Must Bring a Hat.
About the Author As a child, Pamela was lucky enough to grow up in a house full of pets and go to a primary school where lots of spooky and weird things happened (well, in her imagination at least). As a student, Pamela's student jobs included: fishwife, teaching basketball in America, phlebotomist and Artist Liaison for a (really bad) Abba tribute band. Her top selling stories include The Spy Who Loved School Dinners which won the Blue Peter Best Story Award and My Head Teacher is a Vampire Rat which won The Children's Book Award. Two of her books, Petunia Peri and There's a Werewolf in My Tent, were shortlisted for the Lollies - the Laugh Out Loud Awards. Pamela lives in Dundee with her baby boy and their two awesome cats, Bear & Carlos. If she wasn't working as a writer and a teacher she'd like to open a luxury hotel for stray cats.
Kate is a children's book illustrator living and working in Bristol, UK. She worked as a Print Designer at a Northamptonshire-based design company before she got her first book deal with Simon and Schuster back in 2011, illustrating Claire Freedman's The Great Snortle Run, which was nominated for the Kate Greenaway award. Since then, Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781788007740 Kate has illustrated a number of bestselling picture books, including The Naughtiest Girl, The Wishing Chair and You Format: Misc HB Must Bring a Hat. Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Same But Different Too Karl Newson, illustrated by Kate Hindley
A humorous introduction to comparisons and opposites.
Description These children and animals are all very different to each other. Some are big, some are small. Some are gentle, some are rough. Everyone is playful, but who's the best at hiding? One thing's certain: they all love a good bedtime story!
The perfect picture book for little ones who are just beginning to make sense of their place in the world.
About the Author Karl Newson is a children's book author and illustrator from London. He takes inspiration from songs and books and people and everything! His favourite things are elephants, stars and his two mini Mudwafflers. His least favourite thing is mashed potato - bleurgh! In his spare time he enjoys walking and listening to music from the 1960s (and singing along - badly - to them), and biscuits.
Kate is a children's book illustrator living and working in Bristol, UK. She worked as a Print Designer at a Northamptonshire-based design company before she got her first book deal with Simon and Schuster back in 2011, illustrating Claire Freedman's The Great Snortle Run, which was nominated for the Kate Greenaway award. Since then, Kate has illustrated a number of bestselling picture books, including The Naughtiest Girl, The Wishing Chair and You Must Bring a Hat.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788004008 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 A House for Christmas Mouse Rebecca Harry
A touching tale about a little mouse with a big heart, perfect for sharing at Christmas.
Description Mouse is very excited for Christmas, but first she needs to find a home to spend it in! On her way, she meets Fox, Bunny and Bear, all in need of a little help - which she gladly offers - but as the sun sets, it looks like she won't have anywhere cosy to spend Christmas. Luckily, her new friends are about to reward her generosity with a very big surprise...
About the Author Rebecca lives in Cardiff, South Wales, with her two lovely children. When she used to draw as a child, she never knew she'd be lucky enough to do it as a job when she grew up. She studied graphic design and illustration in Exeter, and her first creations after university were greetings cards for her own business plus a large card company in Bristol. Rebecca works in a little studio above her friend's busy jewellery shop and, from here, she has illustrated many picture books for children including the much-loved Ruby the Duckling series, and numerous baby books.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788006897 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 250h x 270w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Be Kind, Be Cool, Be You: Inspiring Words to Live Your Life By Nikki Miles
This is the little book of happiness that everybody needs in their life!
Description This is the little book of happiness that everybody needs in their life! Positively packed with pick-me-up messages and wise words to remember, this bright, chunky gift book is the perfect package for anyone who needs to feel uplifted and empowered. Designed to build confidence, boost resilience and spark mindfulness and joy, there are over 150 inspirational messages with cheerful artwork from illustrator Nikki Miles that encourages everyone to be kind, be cool, be you!
About the Author Nikki is an illustrator from the UK, living in London with her fiance Matt and a fluffy British Blue cat called Luna. Nikki loves to spread positivity and kind words around the world with her colourful illustrations and hand lettering. Since the first day she ever picked up a pencil, Nikki hasn't stopped drawing and can't imagine life without it. She likes creating illustrations to simply add some sunshine to somebody's day or offer reassurance to anyone who needs it.
Her work is often inspired by her own everyday life, experiences and feelings. As well as the great outdoors, books, movies, fashion, mid-century design, vintage packaging and advertising.
Nikki is an introvert at heart and in her spare time enjoys reading books, going for nature walks, taking photos and learning calligraphy. She is guilty of spending a lot of time watching cute cat videos on the internet and eating too much chocolate #sorrynotsorry
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781839940910 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 160h x 160w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Who's Hiding in the Snow? Katharine McEwen
A beautiful lift-the-flap book for little nature lovers everywhere!
Description There are lots of animals in the snow. Where are they hiding and what are they doing? In this innovative lift-the-flap book, little ones can pore over beautiful collaged pages and explore under rocks, snow banks and icebergs to find out interesting facts about wildlife in snowy climates. Includes more than 20 sturdy flaps to for small hands to peek behind!
The eighth book in the stunning series, following Who's Hiding on the River?, Who's Hiding on the Farm?, Who's Hiding in the Woods?, Who's Hiding at the Seaside?, Who's Hiding on Safari?, Who's Hiding in the Jungle? and Who's Hiding in the Desert?.
About the Author Katharine McEwen has been illustrating children's books for over 20 years, working with some wonderful authors including Allan Ahlberg and Michael Rosen.
After years of longing to illustrate a book about bears, she eventually bit the bullet and penned her own, Bear Hug, which was published in 2014. She lives in Kent and often seeks inspiration from the surrounding countryside. Katharine is clueless about computers, so creates her artwork with gouache, watercolour, coloured pencils and paper collage.
As well as illustrating, Katharine is a mummy to her little boy, Finley, and when able, enjoys making ceramics, seeking out small adventures and exploring new places.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781788007818 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 200h x 180w mm Extent: 12 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Princess of Pets: The Cuddly Seal Paula Harrison, illustrated by Olivia Chin Mueller
Animal-mad Princess Bea is ready to help any animal in need, no matter what the royal rules say!
Description Ruby Palace is no place for pets! But Princess Bea won't let royal rules stop her from helping animals in need. While exploring Silver Rock Bay, Bea comes across a little seal pup that has been left alone on some rocks. Bea and her friend Keira are determined to help, but with a big storm coming, can they reunite the baby seal with its mother?
With a shiny foil cover and beautifully illustrated throughout by Olivia Chin Mueller, this is the perfect book for animal-mad young readers aged 6+.
Look out for more of Princess Bea's adventures! The Naughty Kitten, The Lost Puppy, The Snowy Reindeer, The Lonely Pony
About the Author Paula Harrison is the author of the Red Moon Rising trilogy, The Rescue Princesses series and the Secret Rescuers series. She wanted to be a writer from a young age but spent many happy years being a primary school teacher first. She finds inspiration in lots of things from cloud shapes to snippets of conversation. She loves sandy beaches and eating popcorn. She lives with her husband and children in Buckinghamshire, which is nowhere near the sea. Whenever possible, she packs her family into the car and journeys far and wide to find a sandy beach where she can paddle in the waves.
Olivia Chin Mueller grew up in a small town in Connecticut, USA, and now lives in Rhode Island. She attended the Rhode Island School of Design and graduated with a BFA in 2014. When she's not illustrating, Olivia loves playing with her cats, sewing and felting, and collecting cute toys and nail polish.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788006736 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 A Donkey Called Mistletoe Helen Peters
Brilliant storytelling that will make you laugh and cry, this is Dick King-Smith for a new generation.
Description It's Christmas and Jasmine's school is putting on a nativity play. But the boys who are supposed to be the two halves of the donkey have fallen out. Can Jasmine persuade Mistletoe, a sweet, shy little donkey to save the day?
About the Author Helen Peters grew up on an old- fashioned farm in Sussex, surrounded by family, animals and mud. She spent most of her childhood reading stories and putting on plays in a tumbledown shed that she and her friends turned into a theatre. After university, she became an English and Drama teacher. Helen lives with her husband and children in Brighton.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788008341 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 144 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Jingle Bells illustrated by Nicola Slater
A delightful gift book for the very young! Join in with a Christmas classic with this interactive sound book with a light-up surprise ending
Description Listen and sing along as the merry band of musicians go on a sleigh ride, playing their instruments along the way. Then join in as they all play together in the festive finale! Nicola Slater's charming illustrations, and real instrumental music make this sound-button board book an irresistible Christmas gift.
About the Author Born in the wild and windy north, Nicola began her career as an usher, but life by the big screen was too heady and too fast. Instead, she chose to study Illustration in Buckinghamshire, where she developed a passion for children's books that far surpassed her love of popcorn. She has since had books published here and in the United States, which include Best Friends, Spot a Lot, and Leaping Lemmings. Nicola lives with her family in Cheshire, close to the local cinema where she likes to occasionally lurk in the foyer.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788007665 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 200h x 200w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Heading Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Sing Along With Me! We Wish You a Merry Christmas illustrated by Yu-hsuan Huang
A fun series of bright, slider board books featuring perennially popular nursery rhymes bursts with energy and cheering illustrations.
Description We wish you a merry Christmas! This series of bright, slider board books featuring perennially popular nursery rhymes bursts with energy and cheering illustrations. Each book comes with five slider mechanisms, and both an instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme - simply scan the QR code on the first page for little ones to listen and sing along!
About the Author Yu-hsuan Huang, also known as Smallx2, is an illustrator and artist who lives with her family and two lovely cats. After graduating from National Taiwan Normal University with a BFA degree in art, Yu-hsuan started her career as an illustrator, working on editorials, picture books and commercial projects. She also has her own illustration brand named 'Smohouse'. Yu-hsuan's works are inspired by animals and her life experiences. Her soothing and warm-hearted artwork aims to comfort people, and bring happiness to everyone.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788007597 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 180h x 180w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Sing Along With Me! Twinkle Twinkle Little Star illustrated by Yu-hsuan Huang,
This series of bright, slider board books featuring perennially popular nursery rhymes bursts with energy and cheering illustrations.
Description Sing along and join the fun in this cute book perfect for little ones. Each book also comes with five slider mechanisms, and both an instrumental and vocal version of the nursery rhyme - simply scan the QR code on the first page for little ones to listen and sing along!
About the Author Yu-hsuan Huang, also known as Smallx2, is an illustrator and artist who lives with her family and two lovely cats. After graduating from National Taiwan Normal University with a BFA degree in art, Yu-hsuan started her career as an illustrator, working on editorials, picture books and commercial projects. She also has her own illustration brand named 'Smohouse'. Yu-hsuan's works are inspired by animals and her life experiences. Her soothing and warm-hearted artwork aims to comfort people, and bring happiness to everyone.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788007603 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 180h x 180w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 I'm Thinking of a Pet Charlotte Guillain, Adam Guillain and illustrated by Lucia Gaggiotti
Guess the animal from the clues, then pull a slider to reveal the answer!
Description A brilliant non-fiction board book series perfect for little animal lovers. With vibrant energetic artwork and a friendly rhyming text, these interactive books are great for reading aloud.
Each child is thinking of pet . . . What do they look like? What do they eat? And what noise do they make? Follow the simple clues, make a guess, then spot the animal hiding in the beautifully illustrated scene and pull the slider to reveal the answer! With four favourite pets to find - and animal noises too!
Other titles in the series include: I'm Thinking of a Jungle Animal, I'm Thinking of a Sea Creature, I'm Thinking of a Farm Animal
About the Author Charlotte and Adam met in Zanzibar working with Voluntary Services Overseas. Charlotte's house was near the sea - perfect for swimming with dolphins and hanging out with bush babies. Adam lived in a rainforest, where he spent his time playing the guitar or cooking egg and chips. Since then, Adam and Charlotte have made up lots of songs and stories together. Walking to school with their children, playing games such as I'm Thinking of an Animal, led to lots of story ideas and their first books with Nosy Crow.
Lucia Gaggiotti graduated from NABA (New Academy of Art) in Milan with a BA in graphic design specialising in illustration. She moved to London in 2005 to become a freelancer, working for clients such as Carluccio's, Jamie Oliver, Pizza Express and M&S. She's been working between London and Italy ever since and she was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2018 for her picture book, I Really Want the Cake. She is a folk music and nature documentary enthusiast and her house is packed with found objects, old prints of any kinds, gadgets, travel treasures or precious second-hand vintage objects.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788005814 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 180h x 180w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 I'm Thinking of a Jungle Animal illustrated by Lucia Gaggiotti, Adam Guillain and Charlotte Guillain
Guess the animal from the clues, then pull a slider to reveal the answer!
Description A brilliant non-fiction board book series perfect for little animal lovers. With vibrant energetic artwork and a friendly rhyming text, these interactive books are great for reading aloud.
Each child is thinking of jungle animal . . . What do they look like? What do they eat? And what noise do they make? Follow the simple clues, make a guess, then spot the animal hiding in the beautifully illustrated scene and pull the slider to reveal the answer! With four favourite jungle animals to find - and animal noises too!
Other titles in the series include: I'm Thinking of a Pet, I'm Thinking of a Sea Creature, I'm Thinking of a Farm Animal
About the Author Charlotte and Adam met in Zanzibar working with Voluntary Services Overseas. Charlotte's house was near the sea - perfect for swimming with dolphins and hanging out with bush babies. Adam lived in a rainforest, where he spent his time playing the guitar or cooking egg and chips. Since then, Adam and Charlotte have made up lots of songs and stories together. Walking to school with their children, playing games such as I'm Thinking of an Animal, led to lots of story ideas and their first books with Nosy Crow.
Lucia Gaggiotti graduated from NABA (New Academy of Art) in Milan with a BA in graphic design specialising in illustration. She moved to London in 2005 to become a freelancer, working for clients such as Carluccio's, Jamie Oliver, Pizza Express and M&S. She's been working between London and Italy ever since and she was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2018 for her picture book, I Really Want the Cake. She is a folk music and nature documentary enthusiast and her house is packed with found objects, old prints of any kinds, gadgets, travel treasures or precious second-hand vintage objects.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788005821 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 180h x 180w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 British Museum Press Out and Decorate: Fantastic Creatures illustrated by Kate McLelland
Make your own 3D decorations with this brilliant board book of press-out fantastic creatures!
Description From dragons to griffins and harpies to phoenixes, this book features 25 unique, intricately foiled designs that can be slotted together to create three-dimensional ornaments, hung up or threaded together to make an amazing garland. Each page is covered in silver foil, with foiled pieces which can be pressed out and coloured in to make a fun collection of personalised creatures.
This book was developed in consultation with experts at the British Museum and all creatures illustrated were inspired by objects in the British Museum's collection.
Other titles in this fantastic series include: Birds, Easter Eggs, Butterflies, Unicorns, Christmas Decorations, Flamingos, Llamasand Other Cool Things, Narwhals and Mermaids, Ancient Egypt and Dinosaurs.
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: 9781788008457 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 148w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Barnabus Project Eric Fan, Terry Fan
In a world built for Perfect Pets, Barnabus is a Failed Project, half mouse, half elephant, kept out of sight until his dreams of freedom lead him and his misfit friends on a perilous adventure. A stunning picture book from international bestsellers The Fan Brothers, joined by their brother Devin Fan.
Description Deep underground beneath Perfect Pets, where children can buy genetically engineered "perfect" creatures, there is a secret lab. Barnabus and his friends live in this lab, but none of them is perfect. They are all Failed Projects.
Barnabus has never been outside his tiny bell jar, yet he dreams of one day seeing the world above ground that his pal Pip the cockroach has told him about: a world with green hills and trees, and buildings that reach all the way to the sky, lit with their own stars. But Barnabus may have to reach the outside world sooner than he thought, because the Green Rubber Suits are about to recycle all Failed Projects...and Barnabus doesnt want to be made into a fluffier pet with bigger eyes. He just wants to be himself. So he decides its time for he and the others to escape. With his little trunk and a lot of cooperation and courage, Barnabus sets out to find freedom - and a place where he and his friends can finally be accepted for who they are.
This suspenseful, poignant and magical story about following your dreams and finding where you truly belong will draw readers into a surreal, lushly detailed world in which perfection really means being true to yourself and your friends.
About the Author ERIC FAN is an artist and writer who lives in Toronto, Canada. Born in Hawaii and raised in Toronto, he attended the Ontario College of Art and Design, where he studied illustration, sculpture and film. He has a passion for vintage bikes, clockwork contraptions and impossible dreams. His children's books include The Night Gardener, The Antlered Ship and Ocean Meets Sky. See more of his work at society6.com/opifan64 and on Facebook (Eric Fan Illustration).
TERRY FAN received his formal art training at Ontario College of Art and Design in Toronto, Canada. His work is a blend Price: AU $27.99 NZ $32.99 of traditional and contemporary techniques, using ink or graphite mixed with digital. He spends his days (and nights) ISBN: 9780711249448 creating magical paintings, portraits and prints. His children's books include The Night Gardener, The Antlered Ship and Format: Misc HB Ocean Meets Sky. Born in Illinois, he now lives in Toronto. Visit him online at krop.com/terryfan and society6. Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 254h x 254w mm com/igo2cairo and on Facebook (Terry Fan Illustration). Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 12 Days of Christmas Lara Hawthorne
Celebrate the magic of Christmas time with this well-loved traditional poem, The Twelve Days of Christmas, beautifully illustrated by Lara Hawthorne.
Description "On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me a partridge in a pear tree."
Celebrate the magic of Christmas time with this well-loved traditional poem, The Twelve Days of Christmas, beautifully illustrated by Laura Hawthorne.
Take a walk through each beautiful scene brimming with details that will remind you of the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas. Perfect to read with your true love. This is the second title in the series, The Christmas Choir, which beautifully illustrates beloved Christmas carols. Don't miss Silent Night, the first title in the series.
About the Author Lara Hawthorne is an illustrator based in Bristol, UK. After graduating from Falmouth University in 2013 where she studied illustration, she has had work shortlisted for the Lowry Children's Book Award and has written and illustrated Herberto, a picture book published in Portugal, Brazil, Slovenia, France and South Korea. Her other books include The King of Christmas, Carol Ann Duffy's 2016 Christmas poem, published by Picador, and The Night Flower, published by Big Picture Press. As well as focusing on narrative work, Lara also sells a variety of prints, notebooks and cards. Through Betty & Dupree, her prints are distributed to shops throughout the UK and internationally.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780711245396 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 216w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Silent Night Lara Hawthorne
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book, based on the world's best-loved carol, 'Silent Night'.
Description Silent night, holy night All is calm, all is bright
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this beautifully illustrated book, based on the world's best-loved carol, 'Silent Night.'
Rediscover the nativity story in all its glory - from quaking shepherds to heaven-sent angels - as the song lyrics are brought to life on every spread. A gorgeous book for all the family to share during the festive season.
About the Author Lara Hawthorne is an illustrator based in the UK. She has had work shortlisted for the Lowry Children's Book Award and has written and illustrated Herberto, a picture book published in Portugal, Brazil, Slovenia, France and South Korea. Her other books include The King of Christmas, Carol Ann Duffy's 2016 Christmas poem, and The Night Flower, published by Big Picture Press. As well as focusing on narrative work, Lara also sells a variety of prints, notebooks and cards. Through Betty & Dupree, her prints are distributed to shops throughout the UK and internationally.
Price: AU $22.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9781786030665 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 216w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Once Upon a Dragon's Fire Beatrice Blue
This heartwarming story of how dragons got their fire is the follow-up to the critically acclaimed Once Upon a Unicorn Horn.
Description By the author of Once Upon a Unicorn Horn, shortlisted for the 2020 Waterstones Childrens Book Prize. The second title in a new series about how magical creatures came to have their gifts.
Do you know how dragons got their fire? It all began once upon a magic kingdom, when a fearsome, terrifying dragon stalked the land. He was so mean he ate kittens for breakfast, he was so scary he made children scream, and he was so evil that he blew huge storms out of his jaws, which is why it was always so cold. Or so the stories said. When two children called Freya and Sylas met the dragon, they found something very different indeed…
About the Author Beatrice Blueis a visual development artist and freelance illustrator currently living in Montreal, Quebec. She works in the animation industry as well as picture books and illustration. She lives with her husband Dani and her dog Jungle, always surrounded by great adventures - and a lot of snow.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781786035547 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 276h x 235w mm Extent: 40 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 We Are All Born Free Amnesty International
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights brought to life.
Description The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was signed on 10th December 1948. It was compiled after World War Two to declare and protect the rights of all people from all countries. This beautiful collection, published 60 years on, celebrates each declaration with an illustration by an internationally renowned artist or illustrator and is the perfect gift for children and adults alike.
Published in association with Amnesty International, with a foreword by David Tennant and John Boyne. Includes art work contributions from Axel Scheffler, Peter Sis, Satoshi Kitamura, Alan Lee, Polly Dunbar, Jackie Morris, Debi Gliori, Chris Riddell, Catherine and Laurence Anholt and many more!
About the Author Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognised human rights. AI has a varied network of members and supporters around the world. At the latest count, there were more than 2.2 million members, supporters and subscribers in over 150 countries and territories in every region of the world. Although they come from many different backgrounds and have widely different political and religious beliefs, they are united by a determination to work for a world where everyone enjoys human rights.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781847806635 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 276h x 240w mm Extent: 72 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 John Lennon (Little People, Big Dreams) Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Part of the best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, John Lennon tells the inspiring story of the world- renowned Beatle.
Description From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of John Lennon, the boy from Liverpool who dreamed of peace.
When John Lennon formed a band while still in school, he couldn't have known they were about to change music forever. With their exciting new sounds, rebel attitudes and gift for songwriting, everyone went crazy for The Beatles. Today, John is remembered not just as a musical icon, but as a champion of world peace. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the legendary Beatle's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
About the Author Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children's books and the author of the multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series of
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 picture books that explore the lives of outstanding people. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising ISBN: 9780711257658 agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children Format: Misc HB and pop culture. Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Captain Tom Moore Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Part of the best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Captain Tom tells the life story of the WW2 veteran who inspired a nation to keep giving.
Description From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Captain Tom Moore, the veteran who raised over £30 million for the NHS during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.
Once there was a humble boy from Yorkshire called Tom, who was born with his feet firmly on the ground. His determination and courage saw him and his comrades through the worst crisis the world had ever known: World War Two. So when a new crisis struck in 2020, just before his 100th birthday, Captain Tom knew just what to do. Aiming to raise £1,000 for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden, his story soon became known all over the world, with people donating so much that he quickly raised over £30 million! Captain Tom's story shows us that, by coming together, we can dream bigger than ever, and that when the going gets tough, you just have to keep on walking. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the Captain's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 About the Author ISBN: 9780711262072 Maria Isabel Sánchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new Format: Misc HB concepts for children's books and the author of the multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series of Package Type: HARD BACK picture books that explore the lives of outstanding people. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising Dimensions: 240h x 195w mm Extent: 32 pages agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children Bic1: and pop culture. Bic2:
Frances Lincoln Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Wanderer illustrated by Peter van den Ende
The stunning wordless story of a brave little boat's voyage.
Description A little boat sets out to sea and begins its voyage toward home. To get there it must travel across many strange, beautiful oceanscapes, full of fantastic creatures and deadly monsters, swept by terrifying storms and sailed by mysterious ships. Can the Wanderer pick a path through all these perils to a safe harbour?
This beautifully illustrated, wordless picture book is a gateway into a captivating marine fantasy world.
About the Author Peter Van den Ende finds inspiration for his ideas in his own life. He transforms the things he admires, experiences and desires into a highly imaginative alternative version of reality in his detailed drawings. He loves connotation and symbolism, and although he has an explanation for everything he draws, he prefers his readers to come up with their own interpretations. His stories are intended to amaze people of all ages.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781782692867 Format: Hardcover Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 230h x 305w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Wanderer 6 copy pack A&U Point of Sale
Pack includes 6 copies of The Wanderer plus a free reading copy.
Description Pack includes 6 copies of The Wanderer plus a free reading copy.
About the Author
Price: AU $179.94 NZ $197.94 ISBN: 9324551077061 Format: Pack Package Type: MIXTURES PACK Dimensions: 0h x 0w mm Extent: 0 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Secret Life of Farts Malin Klingenberg, illustrated by Sanna Mander
A hilarious journey around the hidden world of the fart.
Description Hilarious verses and outrageous illustrations combine to produce a book about the funniest thing in the world: farts! From the racetrack to the concert hall, from humble bank-robbers to esteemed royals, farts are produced everywhere and by everyone. The Secret Life of Farts is your guide to the rich, colourful, flatulatory world that is all around us.
About the Author Malin Klingenberg is a Swedish-speaking author from Finland who has so far written five books of The Senior Squad series: Patrik and The Senior Squad (2010), Irene and the Moneyhoover (2013), Fake Bernice (2015), The Fantastic Alfredo (2016) and Rakel's Miracles (2017). The Fantastic Alfredo was awarded with Runeberg Junior Prize in 2017. The sixth book will come out in 2020. In 2018 Klingenberg published her first young adult title, Elk Girl, that has received wide critical acclaim.
Arguably one of Finland's most prolific illustrators working today, Sanna Mander's cheerful work evokes catalogues and editorial illustration of the 1960s with a contemporary twist. With that in mind, her illustrations can be applied to an enormous variety of products, packaging design, posters, editorial illustrations and textiles. In 2006 she won Cannes Young Creatives and was awarded Junior of the year in 2007 at the Finnish Best of the Year advertising and design competition. Inspired by the luscious flora and fauna surrounding her in her native Finland, Sanna's images are mixed media odes to the unpredictable, cluttered joys of the world around her.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781782692836 Format: Hardcover Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 190h x 250w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Pushkin Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 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 NOVEMBER 2020 The Iron Man Ted Hughes, illustrated by Chris Mould
Stunning illustrations by Chris Mould make this one of the most exciting editions of The Iron Man to be published.
Description The Iron Man came to the top of the cliff. Where had he come from? Nobody knows. How was he made? Nobody knows.
Mankind must put a stop to the dreadful destruction by the Iron Man and set a trap for him, but he cannot be kept down. Then, when a terrible monster from outer space threatens to lay waste to the planet, it is the Iron Man who finds a way to save the world.
'Gripping . . a classic.' - Phillip Pullman
'A visionary tale.' - Michael Morpurgo
'One of the greatest of modern fairy tales.'- Observer
About the Author Ted Hughes is widely considered one of the greatest poets of his generation and indeed one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century. He was born in Yorkshire in 1930, and was Poet Laureate from 1984 until his death in 1998. In 1974 Hughes was awarded the Queen's Gold Medal for Poetry. In 1977 he was awarded an OBE for services to Literature, and was awarded the Order of Merit in 1998. His most widely read classic children's story The Iron Man, has been adapted for both stage and screen, and is regarded as one of the greatest children's books of all time.
Chris Mould is an award-winning illustrator who went to art school at 16. A sublime draftsman with a penchant for the
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 gothic, he has illustrated the gamut from picture books and young fiction, to theatre posters and satirical cartoons for ISBN: 9780571348879 national newspapers. As well as writing his own fiction, he has teamed up with author Matt Haig for the bestselling A Boy Format: C-Format PB Called Christmas, A Girl Called Christmas and Father Christmas and Me. He lives in Yorkshire with his wife, has two Package Type: PAPERBACK grown-up daughters, and when he's not drawing and writing, you'll find him- actually, he's never not drawing or writing. Dimensions: 234h x 156w mm Extent: 144 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Veg Patch Party Clare Foges, illustrated by Al Murphy
Glastonbury with veg! From the bestselling picture book team behind Kitchen Disco.
Description The vegetables start waking up They stretch and rise and shine - They set up lots of stages, Cos it's VEGGIE PARTY time!
Mud, rain, vegetables. A winning combination!
'A party season essential.' - The Times (Kitchen Disco)
'Absurdly catchy...complete with blaring, psychedelic illustrations.' - Metro (Kitchen Disco)
About the Author Al Murphy is a hugely versatile illustrator, and his work has appeared in newspapers, various forms of advertising and apps. Kitchen Disco was his first children's picture book. Al has lived in Berlin and New York, but is now back in London.
Clare Foges is a former speech writer and poet. Kitchen Disco was her first book and was dreamed up on a beach in Gambia. Kitchen Disco was selected for BookTrust's 'Time to Read' campaign and there are currently 760,000 copies in print. Clare lives and works in London. Veg Patch Party is her third picture book.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9780571352869 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 250h x 250w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Squishy McFluff: On with the Show Pip Jones, illustrated by Ella Okstad
From the funniest voice in young fiction today, the latest in this charming series of rhyming tales for ages 4+ Ava and her invisible cat perform at the circus!
Description 'In a change to our scheduled programme tonight, I proudly present, for your joy and delight . . .' (in the glare of the bulbs, Ava tipped her tall hat) 'AMAZING AVA! AAAAAAND . . HER INVISIBLE CAT!'
Ava and Squishy are going to see the circus, but when one of the acts doesn't turn up they must perform in his place!
Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.
About the Author Pip Jones lives in East London with her partner, her two daughters and a real invisible cat. She writes a lot. Pip won the inaugural Greenhouse Funny Prize in 2012 with Squishy McFluff: The Invisible Cat, her first book. She is the author of six other Squishy McFluff books, several picture books (including Daddy's Sandwich and The Chocolate Monster) and her new series Piggy Handsome.
Ella Okstad returned to her native Norway after graduating where she now illustrates children's books. Squishy is her first imaginary cat. She has also illustrated Ballerina Dreams, Tiny Tantrum and Sophie Johnson: Unicorn Expert.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780571350360 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 180h x 140w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Rescue David Long, illustrated by Kerry Hyndman
Astonishing real-life rescue missions from on, under and above the earth from the award-winning team behind Survivors and Heroes.
Description How far would you go to save a life? Scrambling from the wreckage of his school after an earthquake, a nine-year-old Sichuan boy rescued two unconscious friends. 'I was hall monitor,' he said afterwards. 'It is my job to look after my classmates.'
Whether dragging a friend from a blazing car, masterminding a search far below the earth's surface, or recovering astronauts from an aborted space mission, Rescue reveals the ingenuity, courage and doggedness of the human spirit all over the world.
Another unputdownable collection of eye-opening and moving true adventures, both contemporary and historical. Impeccably told by David Long and brought to vibrant life by illustrator Kerry Hyndman.
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.
Kerry Hyndman is a London based illustrator and map maker with a wide range of editorial, advertising and publishing clients. In her spare time she likes to snowboard, climb, hit things with rackets and cycle around.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780571346332 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 245h x 190w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Ghostology Dugald Steer, illustrated by Doug Sirois, illustrated by Garry Walton and illustrated by Anne Yvonne
The newest addition in the Ology World series, brought to the attention of Templar - publishers of rare and unusual books - is Ghostology.
Description In 1975, under a bed in an old house in Tarrytown, New York, an unearthly tome entitled Ghostology was discovered, wrapped in a substance, later found to be ectoplasm. It is the life's work and study of American ghostologist Lucinda Curtle, who mysteriously passed to the Other Side during a seance. After her death, Ghostology seemingly became haunted by the ghost of Lucinda herself, who now wants to keep the secrets of the dead A SECRET. Now published, ghostwritten by Dugald Steer, the world itself can decide if Ghostology - purporting to tell the truth about ghosts - was solid fact or insubstantial fiction.
Delve into the wealth of information and learn about different types of ghosts, ghosts around the world and ghost through history; haunted houses, ships and other objects (including books); the ghostologist's field kit; psychics and mediums; fakes and frauds; test your ghostological knowledge on one of Lucinda's own case studies. Complete with a jewel in the cover, as well as letters, booklets, sealed pages, flaps, a moving wheel novelty and glow in the dark ink.
About the Author Dugald Steer was born in 1965 and grew up in Surrey, where his love of books and reading led him to study English Literature and Philosophy at Bristol. Several jobs later Dugald began working at Templar Publishing, where he worked his way up to Senior Editor, writing and editing many books in house. He has written more than 100 books for Templar and, after going freelance to concentrate on writing, he authored the first eight books in their hugely successful 'Ology series. Dugald lives near Barcelona in Spain with his wife Ana and his two children.
Price: AU $45.00 NZ $49.99 ISBN: 9781787414976 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 300h x 254w mm Extent: 28 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 I Really Want to Shout Simon Philip, illustrated by Lucia Gaggiotti
In sequel to I Really Want to Win and I Really Want the Cake, a little girl learns big lessons about managing anger.
Description Sometimes I find it really tough to make sure I'm not in a huff because there's simply so much stuff that makes me want to yell.
We all get angry once in a while, but it can be hard to know what to do when we feel this way. The determined heroine of I Really Want the Cake is back with a new conundrum. What should she do when she REALLY wants to shout.
About the Author Simon was born in Chichester in 1988 and has lived there ever since. After studying History at Exeter University, he decided to become a primary school teacher. Teaching rekindled his love of children's books, so much so that he decided to have a go at writing his own. He is the author of I Don't Know What to Call my Cat, You Must Bring a Hat, and the Waterstones Prize shortlisted I Really Want the Cake.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781787416802 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 265h x 228w mm Extent: 40 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Paper World: Space illustrated by Gail Armstrong, contributions by Colin Stuart and Ruth Symons
A one-of-a-kind paper-cut book where space comes to life!
Description Paper World: Space uses ingenious paper cuts to reveal the wonders of space, from our Solar System to distant galaxies to the Big Bang. With detailed art by paper-cut artist Gail Armstrong, a fact-packed text, and flaps and die-cuts on every spread, this unique novelty book will appeal to all the family.
About the Author Colin Stuart is a renowned astronomy speaker and author whose books have sold over 100,000 copies worldwide. A Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a 2014 runner-up in the European Astronomy Journalism Prize, Colin has also written publications featured in The Guardian, New Scientist, BBC Focus and The Observer, and has spoken about the wonders of the universe on Sky News, BBC News and Radio 5Live.
Gail Armstrong is an award-winning illustrator working in paper sculpture. Her 3D paper cut style is unique, yet versatile, used for illustrating people, animals, buildings, maps and diagrams, from advertising to children's books.
Price: AU $32.99 NZ $36.99 ISBN: 9781787415768 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: h x w mm Extent: 30 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Invisible Boy Alyssa Hollingsworth
A powerful contemporary novel for readers of 11+ about slavery, friendship and standing up for what is right.
Description From the author of The Eleventh Trade comes a second novel with a powerful modern message - for readers of 11+.
Twelve-year-old Nadia has discovered a new and dangerous secret: she is lonely.
Then two things happen that change everything. She meets Eli, who she suspects may be a superhero, and she finds a strange letter under the dried juniper branches.
The next day Nadia gathers her courage to take the letter to Eli. But something about Eli's family is very strange. Why doesn't he let her step close to the house? And is her new friend hiding his own secrets?
About the Author Alyssa is American and The Invisible Boy is her second novel, following her debut The Eleventh Trade. Her sister worked for an NGO in Afghanistan and Alyssa travelled to Afghanistan to spend time with her sister and the Afghan people she works with. Alyssa wrote an award-winning essay about that experience and continues to work with refugees in the USA, helping them to adjust to their new lives.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781848127999 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 336 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Eleventh Trade Alyssa Hollingsworth
Refugee Boy for a new generation - a debut novel for 9+ about a young refugee from Afghanistan and his search to find his grandfather's precious musical instrument.
Description Back in Afghanistan, before the Taliban came, Sami's grandfather was a famous musician. People would come from miles around and pay thousands to hear him play the rebab.
Now Sami and his grandfather are refugees living in Boston. The rebab is their most valuable possession and a reminder of home.
Then one terrible day, the rebab is stolen. Sami's grandfather is devastated. His last link with home is gone and with it, his livelihood.
Sami resolves to get the rebab back as a surprise for Eid. When he finds it on ebay, with a hefty price tag attached, he begins to trade the few possessions he has - and as he does, he finds, to his surprise, that there are all kinds of people willing to help.
About the Author Alyssa is American and this is her debut novel. Her sister worked for an NGO in Afghanistan and Alyssa travelled to Afghanistan to spend time with her sister and the Afghan people she works with. Alyssa wrote an award-winning essay about that experience and continues to work with refugees in the USA, helping them to adjust to their new lives.
Alyssa says "Sami's tale was inspired by the Afghans I met in Afghanistan, my older sister's nine years of NGO work in- country, and by the attack at the American charity Roots of Peace in March 2014. Unlike Sami's parents, my sister made it out alive. But I can never forget what it felt like to see a picture of the bombed-out house, printed in Time magazine. The Eleventh Trade is an attempt to give voice to the victims of war who continue to struggle with hope and healing even after
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 they are 'safe'." ISBN: 9781848126893 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 288 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Butterfly Brain Laura Dockrill, illustrated by Gwen Millward
If Roald Dahl had written A Monster Calls...
Description Everyone is always shouting at Gus to stop leaning back in his chair - but does he care? No way! Then sure enough, the chair falls, he cracks his head and has to spend all summer in bed. Out of the crack escape his memories, dreams and imagination . .. and a beautiful little butterfly guide. Gus must follow the butterfly to recapture all he's lost -including that locked box he doesn't seem to want to touch . . .
A delightful and moving exploration of grief and the joy of all that makes us human, from the sparkling voice of Laura Dockrill with heartwarming illustrations from Gwen Millward.
About the Author Laura Dockrill is a performance poet and novelist whose inventive and vibrant approach to life is reflected in the vividly imagined worlds she creates. Laura finds creativity in words - from poetry to novels, and scripts to song lyrics. She is author of the Carnegie Medal nominated YA novel Lorali, as well as the Darcy Burdock series (Random House) for younger readers, which was also nominated for the Carnegie Medal and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2014, and My Mum is Growing Down (Faber). Laura has appeared on Blue Peter and CBeebies and is a frequent poet performer at festivals such as Glastonbury, Hay, Edinburgh and Latitude.
Children's books are at the heart of her work. She curated The Wondercrump World of Roald Dahl and Adventures in Moominland exhibitions at the Southbank Centre. She loves to visit schools and meet young readers who are as spirited as her. Laura lives in London. You can follow her on Twitter @LauraDockrill.
Gwen was brought up in Wales. Originally she had her heart set on becoming a naturalist as she loved studying insects and drawing them. Her trips abroad when she was young are associated with finding new and strange looking creatures! After school she migrated north to Edinburgh to study art where she graduated with a First in illustration and was awarded the Helen A. Rose Bequest for art. Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781848128682 Format: Misc HB Gwen's first picture book, Guess What I Found In Dragon Wood (text by Tim Knapman) was published by Puffin, as was Package Type: HARD BACK The Bog Baby by Jeanne Willis, and a collaboration with Jenny Nimmo, The Beasties, by Egmont. She has since Dimensions: 194h x 167w mm Extent: 80 pages published many more, including two about Bear and Bird that she has written herself. Gwen has illustrated Stories from Bic1: Bug Garden (Candlewick), Tiger Lily, which she wrote and illustrated, and Flat Cat, written by Hiawyn Oram. Bic2:
Piccadilly Books AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Santa's Christmas Unicorn Alex Allan, illustrated by Samantha Meredith
It's Christmas Eve at the North Pole, but everything is far from ready... Will the mystery unicorn be able to save the day?
Description It's Christmas Eve at the North Pole, but everything is far from ready... The elves in the workshop are frantic, the reindeer are on strike and to top it all off, the sleigh has broken down. Santa is in despair - Christmas will be ruined! Suddenly a shimmering, white creature with a magical horn appears... will this mystery unicorn be able to save the day?
About the Author Samantha Meredith graduated from Loughborough University with a BA (Hons) degree in Illustration. She now draws pictures all day, while drinking tea and wearing panda slippers. She is based in North London and has illustrated for Welbeck, Campbell, Bloomsbury and Egmont, among others.
Price: AU $15.99 NZ $17.99 ISBN: 9781839350184 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 260h x 260w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Mortimer Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Interview with a Tiger Andy Seed, illustrated by Nick East
Get familiar with 10 fierce and furry beasts as they step up to the mic and share their habits, behaviour, likes and dislikes, favourite foods, and more. Each animal has its own story to tell... and its own attitude!
Description If you could talk to animals, what would you ask? 'What are your top tips for catching prey, Tiger?' 'How do you help yourself to honey, Honey Badger?' 'Why do you howl, Wolf?
Get familiar with 10 fierce and furry beasts as they step up to the mic and share their habits, behaviour, likes and dislikes, favourite foods, and more. Each animal has its own story to tell... and its own attitude!
In this fun and fact-filled book, bite-sized text in a question-and-answer format is paired with colourful and engaging illustrations throughout, perfect for emerging or reluctant readers, or any young animal enthusiast who enjoys a bit of humour!
Features 'interviews' with a tiger, wolf, honey badger, giant armadillo, lion, jaguar, giant anteater, snow leopard, polar bear, and three-toed sloth. Plus, ideas for how to do your bit to help endangered species and their habitats.
About the Author Andy Seed is a Blue Peter award-winning author. He has written both adult and children books and has been writing since 2000. He says he gets most of his ideas from his own love of reading.
Nick East is an accomplished museum and exhibition designer turned children's illustrator. Having collaborated with Tim Peake and Dermot O'Leary, Nick has become hugely successful and has been shortlisted for several prestigious awards.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781783125661 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 246h x 189w mm Extent: 48 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Welbeck Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Dance Like a Flamingo Moira Butterfield, illustrated by Claudia Boldt
A fun, illustrated book for younger children exploring different types of animals across the world and how they move!
Description Learn how to move and groove like the animals do with this bright, fun and silly book aimed at younger readers to engage them in movement!
Scuttle sideways like a crab, leap like a lemur, and waggle dance like a bumble bee. Meet a collection of animals from around the world and discover how they move, and why. The book features a different creature on each spread, along with step-by-step actions to help the kids move just like the animal. The perfect book to read aloud one-to-one, or as a fun activity to engage a group of young children and get them stretching, hopping, wriggling and jumping!
About the Author Moira Butterfield's list of children's books includes a number of internationally successful titles spanning non-fiction and fiction for all ages up to 11. She has been highly commended by the US Library of Congress for her work, and her books have featured on the national UK school curriculum. She has written a number of art and craft books for children and run craft workshops at National book festivals.
Claudia Boldt grew up in Cologne, Germany and recently moved to Los Angeles. She is the author and illustrator of six books which have been translated into twelve languages. Her work has been selected for the Bologna Illustrators Exhibition, the White Raven, the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and she is a winner of the British Book Trust Best New Illustrators Award. Claudia studied design, illustration, and screenwriting and has degrees from Glasgow School of Art, Kingston University, and UCLA.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781913519001 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 260h x 250w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Welbeck AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 We Love Billie Eilish Mortimer Children's Books
Packed with cool facts, inspirational quotes and amazing photos, this is a must-have gift for any true fan.
Description This is the no.1 fan guide to celebrate the global music phenomenon that is Billie Eilish. Packed with inspirational quotes, cool facts and amazing photography, We Love Billie Eilish follows her meteoric rise from bedroom singer to global megastar.
How well do you know Billie? Discover her song inspiration, her unique style and more. Whether you consider yourself a Pirate or an Eyelash, there's something for every fan!
About the Author
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781839350252 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 246h x 189w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Mortimer Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Hazardous Habitats and Endangered Animals Camilla de la Bedoyere
Hazardous Habitats and Endangered Animals is a great introduction to the world's changing habitats and the growing number of threats to wildlife, with positive suggestions to enable readers to make a difference, and project ideas to help them engage with the topic.
Description Our actions are threatening wildlife and habitats across the world. Discover the ways in which marine and land animals are being affected by humans, from climate change and pollution to activities such as mining and agriculture. Featuring habitats across the world, such as the rainforests, coral reefs, mountains and polar places, the book explores how they are changing and the ways in which this is endangering wildlife.
The environment and our impact on it is a hugely topical subject, especially among young people, who are participating in protests and action around the world. Containing positive project ideas and suggestions for ways to be greener, Hazardous Habitats and Endangered Animals is an engaging introduction to the topic.
About the Author Camilla has written more than 200 books for children and adults, many of which explore the natural world. She is a freelance journalist and created and edited a children's page in a British national newspaper. Camilla is also a literacy teacher at a large London high school, working with children and young people who find reading difficult. She is a Fellow of the Zoological Society of London.
Price: AU $18.99 NZ $21.99 ISBN: 9781783125555 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 246h x 189w mm Extent: 64 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Welbeck Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 How We Lived in Ancient Times Ben Hubbard, illustrated by Christiane Engel
A fantastic new way to learn about the rich and varied cultures of the ancient world - see how everyday children used to live, eat, work and play. Full of stunning, detailed illustrations by renowned children's artist Christiane Engel.
Description What if you could look back in time and meet everyday children just like you, but from a totally different world? How We Lived in Ancient Times is an amazing window into history through the lives of children through time, showing the clothes they wore, the food they ate, the games they played, and the amazing worlds they lived in.
Each section opens with a new child introducing themselves to the reader in a stunning illustrated double-page scene. Behind them, the reader can see the child's environment, from prehistoric caves to Egyptian temples. This is followed by fact-filled pages, allowing readers to see their tools they used, the toys they loved, the food they ate, and much more. Join them in a Japanese palace, explore a Viking village, and race with them on horseback across the Scythian plains. How We Lived in Ancient Times is an unforgettable journey back in time.
About the Author Ben Hubbard is an accomplished author who has written many children's titles on a wide variety of subject matter, from Vikings and gladiators to pop music and planes.
Christiane Engel is an experienced children's illustrator who has illustrated over 40 children's books from publishers including Bloomsbury, HarperCollins, Random House and many more.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781783125562 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 280h x 230w mm Extent: 64 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Welbeck Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Book of Inventions Tim Cooke
Featuring over 40 inventions, from flushing toilets to drones, microscopes to MRI scanners, this brilliant STEM- themed read will get kids interested in the technology and gadgets that make the world go round.
Description Let this book take you on a guided tour through the world's most significant, innovative and amazing technological inventions. Find out how, when and why the inventions which we take for granted today happened, and learn more about the people who created them. Discover how the cutting-edge technology of today exists because of the long line of inventions and discoveries that came before. See inside mysterious machines to uncover how they function and what special materials they are made from.
Engaging text, imaginatively designed layouts and striking, diagrammatic illustrations help readers to understand the importance of various inventions, explore how one major invention often led to others, and look at competing inventions to find out which ones were successful and why. With over 40 inventions featured, this is a brilliant STEM-themed read for kids interested in the technology and gadgets that make the world go round.
About the Author
Price: AU $35.00 NZ $39.99 ISBN: 9781783125579 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 280h x 230w mm Extent: 112 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Welbeck Children's AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 There are Reptiles Everywhere illustrated by Britta Teckentrup, Camilla De La Bedoyere
Bestselling illustrator Britta Teckentrup explores the world of reptiles in a sumptuously illustrated non-fiction book.
Description There are reptiles everywhere! Some of them live in jungles, some of them in the savannah, and some may be in your back garden!
There are Reptiles Everywhere is the third in a series of non-fiction books from Britta Teckentrup. Young readers will learn where in the world all sorts of reptiles can be found, and the weird and wonderful things about them that they never imagined were true.
This is non-fiction with spark and personality from a much-loved illustrator.
About the 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.
Britta Teckentrup is a fine artist who has written and illustrated many well-loved books for children, including the Odd One Out series. Born in Hamburg, Germany, she later studied at St Martin's College of Art and the Royal College of Art in London.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781787416536 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 300h x 235w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Big Picture AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 There are Fish Everywhere Katie Haworth, illustrated by Britta Teckentrup
Bestselling illustrator Britta Teckentrup explores the world of fish in a sumptuously illustrated non-fiction book.
Description There are fish everywhere! Some of them live in fresh water, some of them live under ice, and some even live in the desert.
There are Fish Everywhere is the first in a series of non-fiction books from Britta Teckentrup. Young readers will learn where in the world all sorts of animals can be found and all the weird and wonderful things that they never imagined were true.
This is non-fiction with spark and personality from a much-loved illustrator.
About the Author Katie Haworth is an editor and writer originally from New Zealand, where she was a Commissioning Editor at Penguin Books. She is the author of several picture books, including Petunia Paris's Parrot and Emma Jane's Aeroplane and she now works as a Senior Commissioning Editor in London.
Britta Teckentrup is a fine artist who has written and illustrated many well-loved books for children, including the Odd One Out series. Born in Hamburg, Germany, she later studied at St Martin's College of Art and the Royal College of Art in London.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781787410763 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 305h x 240w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Big Picture AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Eco Baby: Recycling Lorna Freytag
Introduction to recycling for the very youngest of eco warriors.
Description Find out why recycling matters and about different ways of re-using and recycling things. With bright, bold illustrations and simple text, Eco Baby: Recycling is perfect for little ones... because we're never too young to start caring about the planet.
Eco Baby is a series of bright, bold board books introducing the very youngest of children to environmental issues.
About the Author Lorna Freytag is originally from Edinburgh and has worked as a photographer in New York, London, Dubai and Sydney. Her work fuses together her love for photography, illustration and children's stories. She applies her unique and quirky style to editorial and commercial jobs, private portraits and fine art projects. Follow Lorna at www.lornafreytag.com or on Twitter: @lornafreytag.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781787416703 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 170h x 170w mm Extent: 16 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Eco Baby: Oceans Lorna Freytag
Introduction to oceans for the very youngest of eco warriors.
Description Find out why oceans are important, how they're under threat and what we can do to protect them. With bright, bold illustrations and simple text, Eco Baby: Oceans is perfect for little ones... because we're never too young to start caring about the planet.
Eco Baby is a series of bright, bold board books introducing the very youngest of children to environmental issues.
About the Author Lorna Freytag is originally from Edinburgh and has worked as a photographer in New York, London, Dubai and Sydney. Her work fuses together her love for photography, illustration and children's stories. She applies her unique and quirky style to editorial and commercial jobs, private portraits and fine art projects. Follow Lorna at www.lornafreytag.com or on Twitter: @lornafreytag.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781787416697 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 170h x 170w mm Extent: 16 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Studio AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 It's OK Not to Be OK Tina Rae, illustrated by Jessica Smith
A book that aims to increase awareness, encourage dialogue, reduce stigma and develop understanding of common mental health issues.
Description It's OK Not to Be OK acknowledges and explores common mental health disorders such as depression, eating disorders and anxiety. Get the low down on these issues, why they happen and discover ways of looking after mental health in our fast-moving world. This book will help children and young people develop the resilience to cope with whatever life throws at them and grow into well-rounded, healthy adults.
About the Author Dr Tina Rae is a Child Psychologist, author and expert on the social, emotional and mental health of children and young people. She has over 30 years experience working with children, adults and families in both clinical and educational contexts within local authorities and specialist educational services. Tina is a member of the British Psychological Society, the editorial board for the journal Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties and for the International Journal of Nurture in Education. Tina also contributes to national and international conferences and events on a regular basis whilst also providing training courses and consultancy on a wide range of wellbeing issues. She also provides supervision for school based staff in both special and mainstream contexts as well as Educational Psychology and specialist teaching services. Jessica Smiths work consists of simple shapes and bright colours. She enjoys working conceptually and therefore scale and perspective play a large role within the images that she makes. Jess studied at Falmouth University and now lives in a small town near Oxford.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780711256903 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 240h x 195w mm Extent: 64 pages Bic1: Bic2:
QED AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Everyday Workings of Machines Steve Martin, illustrated by Valpuri Kerttula
Full of fascinating information and colorful graphics the pages reveal the science behind how many of today's machines work.
Description How does a train stay on the tracks? What's going on inside a pogo stick? How do cranes work? And what happens when you flush a toilet? These and many more important questions are answered in this fascinating book. From toasters and telephones to hovercrafts and robots - the inner workings of machines big and small are brought to light using a stunning mix of cross-sections, close-ups and cutaways.
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.
Valpuri Kerttula is a graduate of the Edinburgh College of Art. She currently lives in Finland and creates artwork for children's books, school textbooks, and editorial commissions. Her style is bright, playful and colourful. She loves developing curious characters from her imagination.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9780711254251 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 297h x 250w mm Extent: 48 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Ivy Press AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Rock Bottom: A Midsummer Nightmare Ross Montgomery
Ross Montgomery makes his Barrington Stoke debut with this comical caper that sees a match-making dream turn into a midsummer night's disaster.
Description Nick is truly, madly in love with Jessie Stone. But she doesn't even know his name. So in a ploy to win her heart, he plans to star alongside her in the school production of A Midsummer Night's Dream. But when Nick is cast as the foolish Bottom instead of a romantic leading man, his whole world comes crashing down. Enter Robyn, school mischief-maker, who has some crafty tricks up her sleeve. With her help, when opening night rolls around, Nick is sure he can still succeed - until, one by one, his grand plans start to go up in smoke.
About the Author Ross Montgomery is the award-winning children's author of bestselling middle grade fiction and picture books, including Alex, the Dog and the Unopenable Door, Space Tortoise and Max and the Millions. He previously worked as a primary school teacher and now tours the country for school events and festivals. He lives in London.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781781129210 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Barrington Stoke AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 I Say Boo, You Say Hoo John Kane
A second gloriously funny call-and-response picture book from the author of I Say Ooh, You Say Aah.
Description 'There's something I need you to help me with. When I say BOO, you say HOO. Are you ready?'
Boo is little ghost who lives in a haunted house - and he is afraid of the dark.
In I Say Boo, You Say Hoo, readers must help tell the story with a series of hilarious verbal and visual cues. This is a wonderful book for sharing with a single child or in a group ... and it's a little bit stinky. Be prepared for riotous laughter at story time!
About the Author When John Kane was younger, he liked to make up stories for his little sister. Jimmy and Bear, who appeared in them, are still remembered to this day. John lives in Dublin, but has also lived in Australia, where he set up Australia's number one independent advertising agency. His first book is I Say Ooh, You say Aah and his plan is that it won't be the last.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781787415508 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 260h x 260w mm Extent: 48 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Is It Halloween Yet? Susannah Chambers, illustrated by Tamsin Ainslie
A charming Australian Halloween picture book about a neighbourhood Halloween - including a craft idea that make this a must-have Halloween purchase for every family, especially those who like to trick-or-treat.
Description Emily loves Halloween with its spooky dress-ups, fun games and yummy things to eat. Her busy family is not so sure. Luckily, Emily has a few tricks (and treats) to get everyone in the mood.
About the Author Susannah Chambers is an editor and publisher of children's books at Allen & Unwin. She lives in Melbourne with her family.
Tamsin Ainslie was born and educated in the UK and moved to Australia in 1994. She started drawing at an early age, making books and keeping illustrated journals. Working from her home-based studio in northern NSW, on a farm which she shares with her partner, two daughters, two dogs, several sheep, many chickens and one very cheeky horse, Tamsin spends most of her time illustrating children's books, drawing, painting and printmaking, and still makes tiny handmade books filled with drawings from life.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760297404 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 228h x 286w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 We're Going on a Pumpkin Hunt! Goldie Hawk, illustrated by Angie Rozelaar
Halloween-themed reimagining of the American folk song, We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Description Three children are hunting for the perfect pumpkin to take trick or treating. But first, they've got to swish through the sticky spiders' webs, face a flapping throng of bats and then - worst of all - creep inside a dark and spooky house! Will they find a great big pumpkin there...or the biggest surprise of the night?
About the Author Goldie Hawk is a children's book writer and editor based in London. She spent much of her childhood running wild on Wimbledon Common or with her nose in a book, and now spends her time researching and writing about all kinds of topics, from historical houses to the art of den-building.
Price: AU $24.99 NZ $27.99 ISBN: 9781788008839 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Where's Mrs Witch? (Felt Flaps) Ingela Arrhenius
New Halloween title in bestselling, graphic board book series.
Description Five beautifully illustrated spreads show a series of friendly Halloween characters hiding behind bright felt flaps. And there's a mirror on the final page! A perfect book to share with very little ones.
Features a skeleton, spider, vampire and witch.
About the Author Ingela P Arrhenius graduated from art school in the early 90s and has been working as an illustrator ever since. At first, she worked in advertising and magazines, but her focus over the past ten years has been on products and books.
Ingela has created patterns for fabrics, wallpaper and stationery, as well as packaging and home accessories. She has also collaborated with several toy producers around the world and her love of retro style, typography and colour is reflected in all her work. Ingela lives in Stockholm with her husband (an author) and two sons.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9781788004671 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 180h x 180w mm Extent: 12 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Press Out and Decorate: Halloween illustrated by Kate McLelland
Make your own 3D decorations with this brilliant board book of press-out skeletons, bats, ghosts and more.
Description Each press-out design 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 eye-catching 3D hanging ornaments or threaded together to make a decorative garland. From spooky skeletons to ghoulish ghosts, these press-out pieces are outstanding in white and foil, but look even better as a colourful Halloween collection.
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: 9781788005517 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 210h x 158w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Make and Play: Halloween illustrated by Joey Chou
Make your own 3D Halloween characters with this board book of press-out pieces with hours of activity fun!
Description This innovative activity board book is full of spooktacular press-out pieces with fantastic play value. With stunning artwork from hugely talented Joey Chou, these simple die-cut shapes include witches, ghosts and a whole host of Halloween characters. They are easy to press out and slot together to create an eye-catching seasonal display. The book also includes 10 pages of frightfully fun activities, including songs, recipes, and plenty of things to make and do to keep little ones busy for hours during the spooky season!
About the Author Joey was born in Taiwan and grew up in Southern California. As a teenager, he found drawings were a far more effective way for him to communicate than words. Later he decided to study illustration at Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA. Now he draws concept art for animated movies and illustrates picture books in Los Angeles. You can see more of his work at http:///www.joeyart.com
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781788002547 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 158h x 210w mm Extent: 30 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 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 $12.99 NZ $14.99 pipeline. ISBN: 9780571365593 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 125h x 125w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 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 $14.99 NZ $16.99 pipeline. ISBN: 9780571365609 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 250h x 250w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Hug Eoin McLaughlin, illustrated by Polly Dunbar
Everybody needs to be hugged!
Description Hedgehog was feeling sad. As sad as a hedgehog can feel. So sad only one thing could help...
Tortoise was feeling sad. As sad as a tortoise can feel. So sad only one thing could help...
In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony.
And that's when they find each other!
A beautiful, heartwarming picture book with all the universal appeal of Guess How Much I Love You.
About the Author Polly Dunbar is one of the most well known illustrators working in the UK today. Polly's bestselling book, Penguin, has 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 and many of her other stories have been adapted for the stage. She is also co-founder of an award-winning theatre company. Polly lives in the Waveny Valley, Suffolk with her family.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780571348756 Eoin was born in Ireland and now lives in Peckham with his wife and their baby. When he's not hugging them, he's writing Format: Misc HB more stories. The Hug is his debut picture book, with many more in the pipeline. Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 257h x 257w mm Extent: 56 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Blue Cat Ursula Dubosarsky
From the multi-award-winning author of The Red Shoe comes a haunting story about a boy who can't - or won't - speak about his past in war-torn Europe, and his friendship with a young Australian girl.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
A boy stood in the playground under the big fig tree. 'He can't speak English,' the children whispered.
Sydney, 1942. The war is coming to Australia - not only with the threat of bombardment, but also the arrival of refugees from Europe. Dreamy Columba's world is growing larger. She is drawn to Ellery, the little boy from far away, and, together with her highly practical best friend Hilda, the three children embark on an adventure through the harbour-side streets - a journey of discovery and terror, in pursuit of the mysterious blue cat ...
About the Author Ursula was born and grew up in Sydney in a family of writers, and wanted to be a writer from the age of six. She is now the author of over 50 books for children and young adults and her work is published all over the world. She has won several national literary awards, including the Victorian, Queensland and South Australian State Awards for literature, and has also won the NSW Premier's Literary Award a record five times, more than any other writer in the history of the awards. Internationally she has been nominated for both the Hans Christian Andersen award and the Astrid Lindgren prize. She has a PhD in English literature and currently lives in Sydney. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760292294 Format: Demy Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 208h x 138w mm Extent: 180 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Brindabella Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Andrew Joyner
From an extraordinary novelist and an award-winning illustrator comes this lyrical and unforgettable story about a boy and the untameable wildness of a hand-reared joey.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021 SHORT-LISTED: CBCA Book of the Year, Younger Readers, 2019
This is a story about a boy called Pender and a kangaroo called Brindabella, about how they became friends, and all the things that happened to them because of it.
Pender and his father live in an old house made of honey-coloured stone in the bush by the river, with only the company of his father's paintings and the loyal dog, Billy-Bob. Then, on one winter morning, a gunshot amongst the trees changes everything.
When Pender rescues Brindabella from the pouch of her dead mother, an unusual friendship blossoms between the lonely boy and the orphaned joey. But Brindabella is no ordinary kangaroo. And though Pender has saved her life, the untameable wildness of the bush - and freedom - call to her ...
Lyrical and unforgettable, Brindabella explores the fierce beauty of the Australian bush.
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is widely regarded as one of the most talented and original writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi-award-winning novels for older readers, like the 2012 CBCA shortlisted The Golden Day, to her equally acclaimed work for younger readers, including picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop and series fiction such as The Cryptic Casebook of Coco Carlomagno (and Alberta) (illustrated by Terry Denton). Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781760112042 Andrew Joyner is an award-winning illustrator based in Strathalbyn, South Australia. His first picture book The Terrible Format: B Plop, written by Ursula Dubosarsky, was published in 2009. Since then, Andrew has illustrated many more picture books Package Type: PAPERBACK to high acclaim, including Too Many Elephants in this House (also by Ursula Dubosarsky) and The Swap, written by Jan Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 208 pages Ormerod. Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Golden Day Ursula Dubosarsky
A beautiful, haunting novel from the author of the multi-award-winning The Red Shoe. Set in 1967, and imbued with the atmosphere and psychological intrigue of Picnic at Hanging Rock.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
There were only eleven of them, like eleven sisters all the same age in a large family. Because it was such a very small class, they had a very small classroom, which was perched at the very top of the school - up four flights of stairs, up in the high sky, like a colony of little birds nesting on a cliff. 'Today, girls,' said Miss Renshaw, 'we shall go out into the beautiful Gardens and think about death.'
In the Gardens they meet a poet. What follows is inexplicable, shocking, a scandal. What really happened that day? Is 'the truth' as elusive as it seems? And do the little girls know more than they are letting on?
A haunting and unforgettable novel from a multi-award-winning author.
'The Golden Day is the sort of book that churns something up deep inside the reader; it will be as hard for an adult to forget as for the young people age 12 and older for whom it is intended.' Meghan Cox Gurdhon, 'Behind Closed Doors' in The Wall Street Journal Sunday August 11 2013.
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is widely regarded as one of the most talented and original writers in Australia today. She is the author of many outstanding books, both for young adults and for children, and has won numerous awards for excellence. In 2007 The Red Shoe won the Queensland Premiers Award, the NSW State Literary Award -Young Adult, and was an Honour Book in the CBC Book of the Year Award for Older Readers. Ursula has a PhD in English literature from Macquarie University, and lives in Sydney with her family. She is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9781742374710 Format: Demy Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 208h x 140w mm Extent: 160 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Red Shoe Ursula Dubosarsky
From one of Australia's finest writers for young people comes this evocative novel juxtaposing the inner life of three girls, the undercurrents of their parents' marriage and the political dramas of the adult world.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
The earth smelt strong to Matilda and full of things growing and dying all at the same time. She thought about the grey- green tangled bush at the end of her street, full of cowboys and Red Indians, waiting with their guns and their bows and arrows. She thought about the Japs and the Germans and the shining sword and chocolate biscuits, and the Argonauts sailing across the ocean, and the silver trail of snails on cardboard. She thought about the princess in the film, 'How do you do, so glad you could come, how do you do' and the wonderful butterfly bathroom and poor little Karen and her beautiful red shoes. She thought about the sad smiling man with his chess set and the newsreel and her tennis ball, up and up and up in the air, high as the tallest tree in the Basin, and Uncle Paul with his hands in his pockets, and her mother's red shoe falling down down down into the deep green bush for ever.
Funny, tough-minded and tender, this is the story of Matilda and her two sisters growing up in Sydney in the 1950s at the time of the Petrov Affair. Punctuated by the headlines of the time, it shows with unsettling clarity how the large events of the world can impinge on ordinary lives.
'When Ursula Dubosarsky writes, the ordinary becomes fascinating: every small and unremarkable thing is imbued with the sweetest, softest charm. Reading her novels is like walking through a dream: you know you're not allowed to stay, but you don't want to leave it, and when it's gone, you can't stop thinking about it. In this beautiful story, Dubosarsky proves yet again that she is the most graceful, most original writer for young people in Australia - probably in the world.' Sonya Hartnett
I always want to spend more time with Ursula Dubosarsky's people. They are wise, awkward and funny, and they give off
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $24.99 sparks of insight that I want to read aloud to whoever's near . The Red Shoe says all sorts of juicy things about how ISBN: 9781741142853 history is laid down one sleepy afternoon, one conversation, one crisis at a time.' Margo Lanagan Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Her books, let us make no mistake about this, are classics.' Robyn Sheahan-Bright Dimensions: 208h x 140w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: About the Author Bic2:
Perplexing puzzles, mind-boggling mazes and cracking codes feature in this series of stories about a pair of guinea-pig detectives - Coco Carlomagno, the easily-startled Chief of Police, and his more sensible cousin, Alberta.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Buenos Aires' Chief of Police, Coco Carlomagno, is sure his office high in the Obelisco is haunted. Every day at the same time he sees a floating pineapple and every day he hears a terrible noise. What could it mean? Who could it be? There's only one guinea pig Coco can turn to to help him in his hour of need: his logic-loving cousin Alberta. Can Alberta help him unravel the mysteries of the perplexing pineapple?
'This is a great little chapter book, and I can see it being wafted under the noses of reluctant readers. Why? The Perplexing Pineapple has charm, wit and a number of intriguing activities tucked inside. This is going to be just right for those who are more 'hands on' learners . With helpful clues, (which are given great explanations at the back), a great glossary and rollicking storyline The Perplexing Pineapple works on many levels.' [mybookcorner.com]
About the Author URSULA DUBOSARSKY is regarded as one of the most talented writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi- award-winning novels for older readers like Abyssinia, Theodora's Gift, The Red Shoe and the 2012 CBCA shortlisted The Golden Day to her highly-acclaimed and hilarious picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop. Ursula has also collaborated with Tohby Riddle in their award-winning series that takes an entertaining journey through English language, The Word Spy and Return of the Word Spy. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 TERRY DENTON has written and illustrated many popular books, including Gasp! the breathtaking adventures of a fish ISBN: 9781743312575 Format: B left home alone (now an animated TV series), the madly inventive Storymaze series and his books for younger children Package Type: PAPERBACK about Wombat and Fox. He is also a long-time collaborator with bestselling author Andy Griffiths and their books, Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm including The Cat on the Mat Is Flat, The Bad Book the hilarious Just! series and 13 and 26 Storey Treehouse have won Extent: 84 pages Bic1: every children's choice award in the country. Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Looming Lamplight: The Cryptic Casebook of Coco Carlomagno (and Alberta) Bk 2 Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Terry Denton
Perplexing puzzles, mind-boggling mazes and cracking codes feature in this series of stories about a pair of guinea-pig detectives - Coco Carlomagno, the easily-startled Chief of Police, and his more sensible cousin, Alberta.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Coco Carlomagno, the well-respected (if somewhat easily startled) Chief of Police, has run into an unusually difficult problem. From his office high in the Obelisco, Buenos Aires' tallest building, he can see a light turn off and on. Could it be a message? How can he possibly decode it? In desperation he once again calls on his clever cousin Alberta to help him solve the puzzle of the looming lamplight.
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is regarded as one of the most talented writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi-award- winning novels for older readers like Abyssinia, Theodora's Gift, The Red Shoe and the 2012 CBCA shortlisted The Golden Day to her highly acclaimed and hilarious picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop. Ursula has also collaborated with Tohby Riddle in their award-winning series that takes an entertaining journey through English language, The Word Spy and Return of the Word Spy. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Terry Denton has written and illustrated many popular books, including Gasp! (now an animated TV series), the Storymaze series and his books for younger children about Wombat and Fox. He is also a long-time collaborator with bestselling author Andy Griffiths and their books, including The Cat on the Mat Is Flat, The Bad Book the Just! series and 13- and 26-Storey Treehouse have won every children's choice award in the country.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 ISBN: 9781743312599 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Missing Mongoose: The Cryptic Casebook of Coco Carlomagno (and Alberta) Bk 3 Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Terry Denton
The third delightfully funny detective story and puzzle book for 6 to 8 year olds from a bestselling duo.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
It's a national emergency! A rare and extremely valuable mongoose is missing and the legendary Buenos Aires zoo is in chaos. But with rabbits in the Tigers' Taj Mahal and hippos in Panda's Palace, the zoo is a very confusing place. Coco may be the Chief of Police, but solving crimes can be very stressful. Only the calming presence of his brainy cousin Alberta can help. Can Alberta and Coco follow the clues and deduce the whereabouts of the missing mongoose?
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is regarded as one of the most talented writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi-award- winning novels for older readers like Abyssinia, Theodora's Gift, The Red Shoe and the 2012 CBCA shortlisted The Golden Day to her highly acclaimed and hilarious picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop. Ursula has also collaborated with Tohby Riddle in their award-winning series that takes an entertaining journey through English language, The Word Spy and Return of the Word Spy. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Terry Denton has written and illustrated many popular books, including Gasp! the breathtaking adventures of a fish left home alone (now an animated TV series), the madly inventive Storymaze series and his books for younger children about Wombat and Fox. He is also a long-time collaborator with bestselling author Andy Griffiths and their books, including The Cat on the Mat Is Flat, The Bad Book the hilarious Just! series and 13- and 26-Storey Treehouse have won every children's choice award in the country.
Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 ISBN: 9781743312605 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 84 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Dismal Daffodil: The Cryptic Casebook of Coco Carlomagno (and Alberta) Bk 4 Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Terry Denton
Perplexing puzzles, mind-boggling mazes and cracking codes feature in this series of stories about a pair of guinea-pig detectives - Coco Carlomagno, the easily-startled Chief of Police, and his more sensible cousin, Alberta.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Coco is the well-respected, if somewhat easily startled Chief of Police in Buenos Aires. Alberta is his more sensible cousin. Together they crack the cases that confound this puzzling city.
Alberta is helping her cousin Coco, the Chief of Police, solve a top-secret case. In the beautiful Japanese garden of Buenos Aires, one daffodil will not stop drooping. Is someone trying to destroy the serene beauty of this oriental oasis?
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is widely regarded as one of the most talented and original writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi-award-winning novels for older readers like Abyssinia, Theodora's Gift, The Red Shoe and the 2012 CBCA shortlisted The Golden Day, to her highly-acclaimed and hilarious picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop. Ursula has also collaborated with Tohby Riddle in their unique and award-winning series that takes an entertaining journey through English language, The Word Spy and Return of the Word Spy. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Terry Denton has written and illustrated many popular and funny books, including Gasp! the breathtaking adventures of a fish left home alone, the madly inventive Storymaze series and his books for younger children about Wombat and Fox. He is also a long-time collaborator with bestselling author Andy Griffiths and their books, including The Cat on the Mat is Flat, The Bad Book and the hilarious Just! series, have won every children's choice award in the country. Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 ISBN: 9781743319505 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Quivering Quavers: The Cryptic Casebook of Coco Carlomagno (and Alberta) Bk 5 Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Terry Denton
Perplexing puzzles, mind-boggling mazes and cracking codes feature in this series of stories about a pair of guinea-pig detectives -- Coco Carlomagno, the easily startled Chief of Police, and his more sensible cousin, Alberta.
Description Coco is the well-respected, if somewhat easily startled, Chief of Police in Buenos Aires. Alberta is his more sensible cousin. Together they crack the cases that confound this puzzling city.
Coco Carlomagno is trying to avert a national disaster. La Bella Cucharita, the highly strung world-famous opera singer, is due to make her return to the stage after an unfortunate nerve-wracking incident - but a strange message has her rattled. Who on earth would send La Bella Cucharita mysterious notes on the eve of such an eagerly awaited performance?
Luckily Coco is on the case, and with a little help from his logic-loving cousin Alberta, he can discover just who is behind the quivering quavers.
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is widely regarded as one of the most talented and original writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi-award-winning novels for older readers such as Abyssinia, Theodora's Gift, The Red Shoe and the 2012 CBCA-shortlisted The Golden Day, to her highly-acclaimed and hilarious picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop. Ursula has also collaborated with Tohby Riddle in their unique and award-winning series that takes an entertaining journey through English language, The Word Spy and Return of the Word Spy.
Terry Denton has written and illustrated many popular and funny books, including Gasp! the breathtaking adventures of a fish left home alone, the madly inventive Storymaze series and his books for younger children about Wombat and Fox. He is also a long-time collaborator with bestselling author Andy Griffiths and their books, including the bestselling 13-Storey Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 Treehouse and 26-Storey Treehouse series, The Cat on the Mat is Flat, The Bad Book and the hilarious Just! series, ISBN: 9781743319512 Format: B have won every children's choice award in the country. Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Talkative Tombstone: The Cryptic Casebook of Coco Carlomagno (and Alberta) Bk 6 Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Terry Denton
Perplexing puzzles, mind-boggling mazes and cracking codes feature in this series of stories about a pair of guinea-pig detectives -- Coco Carlomagno, the easily startled Chief of Police, and his more sensible cousin, Alberta.
Description Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021
Coco Carlomagno is the well-respected, if somewhat easily startled, Chief of Police in Buenos Aires. Alberta is his more sensible cousin. Together they crack the cases that confound this puzzling city.
Coco's nerves are all a-jangle. Deep in a cemetery in Buenos Aires, the tomb of the famous, much-lamented tango singer Anibal Manzana has everyone baffled. It is talking! Could it be haunted?
Luckily Coco has his commonsensical cousin Alberta on hand to help. Can they unravel this ghostly riddle?
About the Author Ursula Dubosarsky is widely regarded as one of the most talented and original writers in Australia today. Her work ranges from multi-award-winning novels for older readers like Abyssinia, Theodora's Gift, The Red Shoe and the 2012 CBCA shortlisted The Golden Day, to her highly-acclaimed and hilarious picture books with Andrew Joyner such as The Terrible Plop. Ursula has also collaborated with Tohby Riddle in their unique and award-winning series that takes an entertaining journey through English language, The Word Spy and Return of the Word Spy. Ursula Dubosarsky is the Australian Children's Laureate for 2020 - 2021.
Terry Denton has written and illustrated many popular and funny books, including Gasp! the breathtaking adventures of a fish left home alone, the madly inventive Storymaze series and his books for younger children about Wombat and Fox. He Price: AU $9.99 NZ $12.99 is also a long-time collaborator with bestselling author Andy Griffiths and their books including The Cat on the Mat is Flat, ISBN: 9781743319529 Format: B the hilarious Just! series and the internationally bestselling 13 Storey Treehouse books have won every children's choice Package Type: PAPERBACK award in the country. Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 A Song Only I Can Hear Barry Jonsberg
Rob has a huge crush on the new girl at school. But Rob is painfully shy and suffers severe panic attacks. How is her heart to be won? Another wonderful and heart-warming comedy drama from the award-winning author of My Life as an Alphabet.
Description Good evening, Rob. Your first challenge follows. These challenges have nothing to do with impressing Destry Camberwick. They are all to do with Rob Fitzgerald impressing Rob Fitzgerald. Bear that in mind at all times. Challenge 1. You will enter the Milltown's Got Talent competition. This gives you over a fortnight to polish your act and work out strategies to overcome panic attacks. I would wish you luck but the point of this challenge is that you don't need it.
Introducing Rob Fitzgerald: thirteen years old and determined to impress the new girl at school, but it's a difficult task for a super-shy kid who is prone to panic attacks that include vomiting, difficulty breathing and genuine terror that can last all day. An anonymous texter is sending Rob challenges and they might just help. Or not.
Beautifully moving and full of heart and humour, A Song Only I Can Hear is a delightful novel about dreaming big, being brave and marching to the beat of your own drum.
About the Author Barry Jonsberg's YA novels, The Whole Business with Kiffo and the Pitbull and It's Not All About YOU, Calma! were shortlisted for the CBCA awards. It's Not All About YOU, Calma! also won the Adelaide Festival Award for Children's Literature and Dreamrider was shortlisted in the NSW Premier's Awards. Being Here won the QLD Premier's YA Book Award and was shortlisted for the Prime Minister's Award. My Life as an Alphabet won the Gold Inky, the Children's Peace Literature Award, the Territory Read, Children's Literature/YA Award and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award and was shortlisted in the Prime Minister's Literary Awards, the CBCA awards, the WA Premier's Book Awards and the Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 Adelaide Festival Awards. ISBN: 9781760630836 Format: B Barry lives in Darwin. His books have been published in the USA, the UK, France, Poland, Germany, Hungary, Brazil, Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Turkey, China and Korea. Extent: 288 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 My Life As an Alphabet Barry Jonsberg
Candice Phee wants to bring light and laughter to those around her, and somehow she succeeds despite the bizarre mix-ups and the confusion she effortlessly creates. An uplifting comedy-drama from award-winning author, Barry Jonsberg.
Description Coming soon as the major motion picture H IS FOR HAPPINESS.
WINNER: Victorian Premier's Literary Award, 2014 HONOUR BOOK: CBCA Book of the Year, Younger Readers, 2014 SHORTLISTED: Prime Minister's Literary Awards, Prize for Children's Fiction, 2014
This isn't just about me. It's also about the other people in my life - my mother, my father, my dead sister Sky, my penpal Denille, Rich Uncle Brian, Earth-Pig Fish and Douglas Benson From Another Dimension. These are people [with the exception of Earth-Pig Fish, who is a fish] who have shaped me, made me what I am. I cannot recount my life without recounting elements of theirs. This is a big task, but I am confident I am up to it.
Introducing Candice Phee: twelve years old, hilariously honest and a little . odd. But she has a big heart, the very best of intentions and an unwavering determination to ensure everyone is happy. So she sets about trying to 'fix' all the problems of all the people [and pets] in her life.
Laugh-out-loud funny and wonderfully touching, My Life as an Alphabet is a delightful novel about an unusual girl who goes to great lengths to bring love and laughter into the lives of everyone she cares about.
About the Author Barry Jonsberg's young adult novels, The Whole Business with Kiffo and the Pitbull and It's Not All About YOU, Calma! were short-listed for the Children's Book Council Book of the Year, Older Readers, awards. It's Not All About YOU, Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 Calma! also won the Adelaide Festival Award for Children's Literature, Dreamrider was short-listed in the NSW Premier's ISBN: 9781743310977 Awards for the Ethel Turner prize and Cassie (Girlfriend Fiction) was short-listed for the Children's Peace Literature Format: B Award. Being Here won the QLD Premier's Young Adult Book Award 2011 and was short-listed for the 2012 Prime Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Minister's award. Extent: 264 pages Bic1: Barry lives in Darwin with his wife, children and two dogs. His books have been published in the US, the UK, France, Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 H is for Happiness Barry Jonsberg
Film tie-in edition of My Life as an Alphabet which is now the major Australian film, H is for Happiness. A delightful story of an unusual girl who goes to great lengths to bring love and laughter into the lives of everyone she cares about.
Description 'Where do I start in explaining how much I loved this hilariously quirky and moving story with its beautiful, fractured gem of a narrator? How about A is for Awesome.' - Michael Gerard Bauer
This isn't just about me. It's also about the other people in my life - my mother, my father, my dead sister Sky, my penpal Denille, Rich Uncle Brian, Earth-Pig Fish and Douglas Benson From Another Dimension. These are people [with the exception of Earth-Pig Fish, who is a fish] who have shaped me, made me what I am. I cannot recount my life without recounting elements of theirs. This is a big task, but I am confident I am up to it.
Introducing Candice Phee: twelve years old, hilariously honest and a little ... odd. But she has a big heart, the very best of intentions and an unwavering determination to ensure everyone is happy. So she sets about trying to 'fix' all the problems of all the people [and pets] in her life.
Laugh-out-loud funny and wonderfully touching, H is for Happiness is the film based on Barry Jonsberg's award-winning novel My Life as an Alphabet.
About the Author Barry Jonsberg's YA novels, The Whole Business with Kiffo and the Pitbull and It's Not All About YOU, Calma! were shortlisted for the CBCA awards. It's Not All About YOU, Calma! also won the Adelaide Festival Award for Children's Literature and Dreamrider was shortlisted in the NSW Premier's Awards. Being Here won the QLD Premier's YA Book Award and was shortlisted for the Prime Minister's Award. My Life as an Alphabet won the Gold Inky, the Children's Peace Literature Award, the Territory Read, Children's Literature/YA Award and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 and was shortlisted in the Prime Minister's Literary Awards, the CBCA awards, the WA Premier's Book Awards and the ISBN: 9781760527402 Adelaide Festival Awards. A Song Only I Can Hear won the Indie Book Award and was a Notable book in the CBCA Format: B awards. Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 272 pages Barry lives in Darwin. His books have been published in the USA, the UK, France, Poland, Germany, Hungary, Brazil, Bic1: Turkey, China and Korea. Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Game Theory Barry Jonsberg
Jamie's sister has been kidnapped. And Jamie is convinced he can save her using the principles of game theory. But is strategy the best option when his little sister's life is at stake? A hugely compelling YA thriller.
Description Game theory has brought me to this point and I must follow where it leads. Even though this is not a game.
Jamie is a sixteen-year-old maths whiz. Summerlee, his older sister, is in the grip of a wild phase. Tensions at home run high.
When Summerlee wins a 7.5-million-dollar lottery, she cuts all ties with her family. But money can cause trouble - big trouble. And when Jamie's younger sister Phoebe is kidnapped for a ransom, the family faces a crisis almost too painful to bear.
Jamie thinks he can use game theory - the strategy of predicting an opponent's actions - to get Phoebe back. But can he outfox the kidnapper? Or is he putting his own and his sister's life at risk?
A brilliant, page-turning novel from a superb storyteller.
About the Author Barry Jonsberg's YA novels, The Whole Business with Kiffo and the Pitbull and It's Not All About YOU, Calma! were shortlisted for the CBCA awards. It's Not All About YOU, Calma! also won the Adelaide Festival Award for Children's Literature and Dreamrider was shortlisted in the NSW Premier's Awards. Being Here won the QLD Premier's YA Book Award and was shortlisted for the Prime Minister's Award. My Life as an Alphabet won the Gold Inky, the Children's Peace Literature Award, the Territory Read, Children's Literature/YA Award and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award and was shortlisted in the Prime Minister's Literary Awards, the CBCA awards, the WA Premier's Book Awards and the Adelaide Festival Awards.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781760290153 Barry lives in Darwin. His books have been published in the USA, the UK, France, Poland, Germany, Hungary, Brazil, Format: B Turkey, China and Korea. Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 320 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Coming of the Whirlpool: Ship Kings 1 Andrew McGahan
Fate, courage, doom, defiance! The first stirring adventure in a brilliant series from award-winning author Andrew McGahan.
Description 'If you go to sea, you will come to the attention of the Ship Kings. And if they discover who you are, they will kill you.' Young Dow Amber is no sailor. But driven by a strange sea-longing he ventures down to the great grim bay known as the Claw. He hopes to learn there of seafaring, but he finds only a fearful people who scarcely dare sail at all, for they have been cursed by a monstrous whirlpool that haunts the bay, stealing away their sons.
Then the rulers of all the world - the proud and cruel Ship Kings - arrive in the Claw. Dow is fascinated by their fine tall vessels, and even more so by a mysterious girl who lives aboard their flagship.
It is a perilous attraction to be sure, but could it be that his future somehow lies with the Ship Kings? Or will he be called upon to descend to his death, when the terrible whirlpool rises once more?
'This beautifully crafted novel shapes up as a classic seafaring tale. An epic hero story' Herald Sun
'Reads like an instant classic' Reading Monthly
'Masterful storytelling, elegant prose and a powerful sense of place. The kind of storytelling that stays with you long after the tale has ended' Viewpoint
About the Author Andrew McGahan is one of Australia's finest writers of fiction. His first novel, Praise, won The Australian/Vogel Literary Award in 1992. In 2004, The White Earth won the Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Book of the Year, and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. His most recent novel is Wonders of a Godless
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 World. In 2009, Andrew was shortlisted for the Manning Clark House National Cultural Awards for his contribution to ISBN: 9781743312056 Australian Literature. The Coming of the Whirlpool is his first novel for young adults. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 312 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice: Ship Kings 2 Andrew McGahan
Courage, betrayal, an impossible journey. Dow's quest continues in this second adventure set upon the seas of a strange and compelling world. From award-winning author Andrew McGahan.
Description A vast figure loomed above the ice walls. It was made, no doubt, only of cloud or whirling snow, but it was an immense manlike thing, cast hugely against the sky. Its head stared down at them blindly, but one great arm seemed to beckon, urging the Chloe onwards. And from the depths of the gulf ahead the terrible whistling rose again.
Dow Amber has set sail at last upon the battleship Chloe, but can an outsider and an enemy ever truly belong in the Ship Kings' world?
All too soon, Dow finds himself entangled in rebellion and treachery, and embarked upon a desperate voyage to the frozen north that will decide the future of the very empire. In the icy wastes Dow must take his fate in hand. Is he truly destined to be a mariner? Is the mysterious scapegoat girl Ignella a friend or a foe? And where will they each stand, when the long peace of the Four Isles threatens to shatter forever?
The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice is the second adventure in Andrew McGahan's epic Ship Kings series.
About the Author Andrew McGahan is one of Australia's finest fiction writers. His first novel, Praise, won The Australian/Vogel Literary Award in 1992. The White Earth won the 2004 Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Book of the Year and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. In 2009 Andrew was shortlisted for the Manning Clark House National Cultural Awards for his contribution to Australian Literature.
The Coming of the Whirlpool, book one in the Ship Kings series, was shortlisted for an Indie Award, an ABIA, an Aurealis Award, a Golden Inky and a 2012 CBC award. The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice was Highly Commended in the 2012
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards -- Christina Stead Award, a 2013 CBC Notable Book and ISBN: 9781743319567 shortlisted for the Queensland Literary Awards. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 400 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The War of the Four Isles: Ship Kings 3 Andrew McGahan
Dow Amber faces terrifying monsters and devastating betrayal as he is drawn into a battle that threatens to destroy everything he has ever loved. The third gripping instalment in this epic adventure by the award- winning author, Andrew McGahan.
Description 'The ancient mapmaker had inscribed a warning within the great empty shadow on his chart, words that echoed down to Dow from half a thousand years before.
Here be whales in great number.
And here be monsters of the deep that riseth to feast upon them.'
Nearly three years have passed since Dow Amber escaped the ruin of the Twelfth Kingdom. In that time, war has raged across the Four Isles, but Dow himself has been hidden away by his Twin Islands hosts, relegated to a backwater of the war in the company of the beguiling Cassandra.
But when word reaches Dow that Ignella of the Cave has been imprisoned on the infamous Ship Kings dungeon-isle of Banishment, he can be patient no longer. He sets forth on an epic voyage that will take him halfway around the world - defying storm and monster, betrayal and despair - to the heart of the greatest battle of the age, and to the discovery at last of his true purpose upon the high seas.
The War of the Four Isles is the third volume in Andrew McGahan's momentous Ship Kings series.
About the Author Andrew McGahan is one of Australia's finest fiction writers. His first novel, Praise, won the 1992 Australian/Vogel Literary Award. The White Earth won the 2004 Miles Franklin Literary Award, the Commonwealth Writers' Prize, The Age Book of Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 the Year and The Courier Mail Book of the Year Award. In 2009 Andrew was shortlisted for the Manning Clark House ISBN: 9781760291693 National Cultural Awards for his contribution to Australian Literature. Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm The Coming of the Whirlpool, book one in the Ship Kings series, was shortlisted for an Indie Award, an ABIA, an Aurealis Extent: 496 pages Award, a Golden Inky and a 2012 CBC award. Book two, The Voyage of the Unquiet Ice was Highly Commended in the Bic1: 2012 Fellowship of Australian Writers National Literary Awards - Christina Stead Award, a 2013 CBC Notable Book and Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Singing Bones Shaun Tan
A unique and alluring art book showcasing Shaun Tan's extraordinary sculptures based on the timeless and compelling fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm.
Description In this beautifully presented volume, the essence of seventy-five fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm is wonderfully evoked by Shaun Tan's extraordinary sculptures.
Nameless princes, wicked stepsisters, greedy kings, honourable peasants and ruthless witches, tales of love, betrayal, adventure and magical transformation: all inspiration for this stunning gallery of sculptural works. Introduced by Grimm Tales author Philip Pullman and leading fairy tale scholar Jack Zipes, The Singing Bones breathes new life into some of the world's most beloved fairy tales.
'These little figures of clay, with their simplified features, their single attributes, are perfect realisations of the strangeness of the characters they represent.' - Philip Pullman
About the Author Shaun Tan grew up in Perth, Western Australia and currently works as an artist, writer and film-maker in Melbourne. He began creating images for science fiction stories in small-press magazines as a teenager, and has since become best known for illustrated books that deal with social, political and historical subjects through dream-like imagery. The Rabbits, The Red Tree, The Lost Thing, Tales from Outer Suburbia, The Arrival and Rules of Summer have been enjoyed by readers of all ages, locally and internationally. Shaun has also worked as a theatre designer, a concept artist for Pixar and Blue Sky Studios, and won an Academy Award for the short film adaptation of The Lost Thing. In 2011 he received the prestigious Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in Sweden, in recognition of his services to literature for young people.
Price: AU $35.00 NZ $39.99 ISBN: 9781760111038 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 240h x 185w mm Extent: 192 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Tales From Outer Suburbia Shaun Tan
From the much-acclaimed creator of The Arrival, The Red Tree and The Lost Thing, fifteen intriguing illustrated stories about the mysteries that lurk below the surface of suburban life.
Description Do you remember the water buffalo at the end of our street?
Or the deep-sea diver we found near the underpass?
Do you know why dogs bark in the middle of the night?
Shaun Tan, creator of The Arrival, The Lost Thing and The Red Tree, reveals the quiet mysteries of everyday life: homemade pets, dangerous weddings, stranded sea mammals, tiny exchange students and secret rooms filled with darkness and delight.
About the Author Shaun Tan has been illustrating young adult fiction and picture books since 1996 and is recognised as a leading creator of 'sophisticated picture books'. The Lost Thing, 2000, described as Gary Larson meets Jeffrey Smart, contrasts the casual 'What I did on my holidays' narrative with bizarre, freakishly surreal scenes. In 2002 The Red Tree won Patricia Wrightson Award, NSW Premier's Literary Awards and was an Honour Book in the 2002 CBCA awards
In 2007 Shaun's brilliant wordless book, The Arrival won The NSW Premier's Book of the Year and the Community Relations Commission Award, the 2007 CBCA Picture Book of the Year Award and achieved a Special Mention in the prestigious Bologna Ragazzi Award.
Shaun's honours include the International Illustrators of the Future Contest (1992, the Spectrum Gold and Silver Awards, the Aurealis and Ditmar Awards for Australian Science Fiction and Fantasy, and the 2001 World Fantasy Award as Best
Price: AU $35.00 NZ $39.99 Artist. ISBN: 9781741149173 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 240h x 185w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Tales from the Inner City Shaun Tan
A stunning companion to Tales from Outer Suburbia, this collection of illustrated short stories is sure to delight Shaun Tan fans of all ages.
Description Where can we live if not in each other's shadow?
World-renowned artist Shaun Tan applies his unique imagination to a reflection on the nature of humans and animals, and our urban coexistence. From crocodile to frog, tiger to bee, this is a dark and surreal exploration of the perennial love and destruction we feel and inflict - of how animals can save us, and how our lives are forever entwined, for better or for worse.
Tales from the Inner City is a masterful work, bearing all of Shaun Tan's trademark wit and poignancy in both its prose and exquisite illustrations.
About the Author Shaun Tan grew up in Perth, Western Australia, and currently works as an artist, writer and film-maker in Melbourne. He began creating images for science fiction stories in small-press magazines as a teenager, and has since become best known for illustrated books that deal with social, political and historical subjects through dream-like imagery. The Rabbits, The Red Tree, The Lost Thing, Tales from Outer Suburbia, The Arrival, Rules of Summer and The Singing Bones have been enjoyed by readers of all ages, locally and internationally. Shaun has also worked as a theatre designer, a concept artist for Pixar and Blue Sky Studios, and won an Academy Award for the short film adaptation of The Lost Thing. In 2011 he received the prestigious Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award in Sweden, in recognition of his services to literature for young people.
Price: AU $35.00 NZ $39.99 ISBN: 9781760523534 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 240h x 185w mm Extent: 224 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Noni the Pony goes to the Beach Alison Lester
Come to the beach with Noni - the nicest pony you could ever meet - in this delightful rhyming story for young children by the much-loved Alison Lester. This is the board book edition of the CBCA honour book.
Description HONOUR BOOK: CBCA Book of the Year, Early Childhood, 2015
Noni the Pony is friendly and funny. She loves going down to the beach when it's sunny. With her two very best friends Dave Dog and Coco the Cat, and the cows from next door, it's going to be a wonderful day.
Alison Lester's books are favourites with children and adults around the world. Magic Beach, Imagine, My Farm and Are we there yet? are Australian classics.
About the Author Alison Lester grew up on a farm by the sea, and first rode a horse as a baby in her father's arms. Her picture books mix imaginary worlds with everyday life, encouraging children to believe in themselves and celebrate the differences that make them special. Alison is involved in many community art projects and spends part of every year travelling to remote Indigenous communities, using her books to help children and adults write and draw about their own lives.
In 2012, Alison became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate, a position she shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, she was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature, and in 2018 she became the first children's book writer to win the Melbourne Prize for Literature, for her outstanding contribution to Australian literature and cultural and intellectual life.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $16.99 ISBN: 9781760290016 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 148h x 196w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Noni the Pony Alison Lester
A board book edition of the satisfying and delightful rhyming pony story for young children by the much-loved Alison Lester . Noni is the nicest pony any little child could ever hope to meet.
Description SHORT-LISTED: CBCA Book of the Year, Early Childhood, 2011
Would you like to meet Noni? She's the friendliest pony. She lives on a farm overlooking the sea and loves to play with her best friends Dave Dog and Coco the Cat.
Alison Lester's books are favourites with children and adults around the world. Magic Beach, Imagine, My Farm and Are we there yet? are Australian classics.
Alison Lester is was the Australian Children's Laureate 2012-2013, a position shared with Boori Monty Pryor.
About the Author Alison Lester grew up on a farm by the sea, and first rode a horse as a baby in her father's arms. Her picture books mix imaginary worlds with everyday life, encouraging children to believe in themselves and celebrate the differences that make them special. Alison is involved in many community art projects and spends part of every year travelling to remote Indigenous communities, using her books to help children and adults write and draw about their own lives.
In 2012, Alison became Australia's first Children's Book Laureate, a position she shared with Boori Monty Pryor. In 2016, she was awarded the Dromkeen Medal for her outstanding achievement in the creation of Australian children's and young adult literature, and in 2018 she became the first children's book writer to win the Melbourne Prize for Literature, for her outstanding contribution to Australian literature and cultural and intellectual life.
Price: AU $14.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781743312094 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 148h x 196w mm Extent: 24 pages Bic1: Bic2:
A & U Children AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air) Holly Black
Queen of fantasy Holly Black weaves her magic with the tale of Jude, a mortal girl who is caught up in a dangerous web of royal faerie intrigue.
Description 'Holly Black spins a thrilling tale of intrigue and magic in her newest novel... Unmissable for fans of Sarah J. Mass and the Grisha trilogy' - Buzzfeed UK
Of course I want to be like them. They're beautiful as blades forged in some divine fire. They will live forever . . . And Cardan is even more beautiful than the rest. I hate him more than all the others. I hate him so much that sometimes when I look at him, I can hardly breathe.
One terrible morning, Jude and her sisters see their parents murdered in front of them. The terrifying assassin abducts all three girls to the world of Faerie, where Jude is installed in the royal court but mocked and tormented by the Faerie royalty for being mortal. As Jude grows older, she realises that she will need to take part in the dangerous deceptions of the fey to ever truly belong. But the stairway to power is fraught with shadows and betrayal. And looming over all is the infuriating, arrogant and charismatic Prince Cardan . . .
About the Author Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Some of her titles include The Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Modern Faerie Tale series, the Curse Workers series, Doll Bones, The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare), The Darkest Part of the Forest, and her new series which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018.
She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She currently lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at www.blackholly.com or on Twitter: @HollyBlack
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781471407277 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 128w mm Extent: 400 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Wicked King (The Folk of the Air #2) Holly Black
The second book in the thrilling new fantasy series from New York Times No.1 bestselling author Holly Black.
Description Number 1 New York Times bestseller and winner of the Best YA Fantasy Category in the Goodreads Choice Awards.
An intoxicating and bloodthirsty sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Cruel Prince, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019
'Holly Black is the Faerie Queen' - Victoria Aveyard
I have heard that for mortals, the feeling of falling in love is very like the feeling of fear.
Jude has tricked Cardan onto the throne, binding him to her for a year and a day. But the new High King does everything in his power to humiliate and undermine her, even as his fascination with her remains undimmed. Meanwhile, a traitor in the court is scheming against her. Jude must fight for her life and the lives of those she loves, all while battling her own complicated feelings for Cardan. Now a year and a day seems like no time at all . . .
About the Author Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Her titles include the Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare) and the Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019, and winner of the Silver Inky for best International YA book. She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at blackholly.com or @HollyBlack
Price: AU $16.99 NZ $18.99 ISBN: 9781471407369 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: 368 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Queen of Nothing (The Folk of the Air #3) Holly Black
'He will be the destruction of the crown and the ruination of the throne'. In this thrilling conclusion to the Faerie fantasy Folk of the Air trilogy, Jude needs to harden her heart yet again and make the most difficult decision of all...
Description The intoxicating and bloodthirsty finale to the New York Times bestselling The Cruel Prince, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019,and New York Times bestseller The Wicked King
After being pronounced Queen of Faerie and then abruptly exiled by the Wicked King Cardan, Jude finds herself unmoored, the queen of nothing. She spends her time with Vivi and Oak, watching reality television, and doing odd jobs, including squaring up to a cannibalistic faerie.
When her twin sister Taryn shows up asking a favour, Jude jumps at the chance to return to the Faerie world, even if it means facing Cardan, who she loves despite his betrayal. When a dark curse is unveiled, Jude must become the first mortal Queen of Faerie and break the curse, or risk upsetting the balance of the whole Faerie world.
About the Author Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Her titles include The Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare) and the Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019, and continues with number 1 New York Times bestseller The Wicked King. She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at www.blackholly.com or @HollyBlack
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781471408502 Format: C-Format PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 234h x 153w mm Extent: 320 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Folk of the Air Boxset Holly Black
Discover Holly Black's bestselling faerie masterpiece, The Folk of the Air series, now in a paperback boxset.
Description Discover Holly Black's bestselling faerie masterpiece, The Folk of the Air series, now in a paperback boxset.
About the Author Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Her titles include The Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare) and the Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019, and continues with number 1 New York Times bestseller The Wicked King. She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at www.blackholly.com or @HollyBlack
Price: AU $39.99 NZ $45.00 ISBN: 9781471409943 Format: Slipcased Package Type: BOX Dimensions: 198h x 129w mm Extent: pages Bic1: Bic2:
Hotkey AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 This Zoo is Not For You Ross Collins
Who knew getting a job at the zoo would cause such a hullabaloo? The heartwarming new story from the author/illustrator of There's a Bear on the Chair.
Description When a small platypus applies for a vacancy at the zoo, he is taken on a rigorous interview process. But he’s far too bland for the chameleons, not nearly graceful enough for the flamingos, and his tricks, quite frankly, will never impress the monkeys. So, disappointed, he leaves. But soon the animals regret being so unkind and join together to welcome him to the zoo… Leading to a very fun party on his Platybus!
About the Author Ross' primary 1 teacher, Mrs Spears, told his parents that he should go to art school. 13 years went by until he was finally 'old enough' to get into the Glasgow School of Art. Can you believe that? - 13 years. On graduating he won the MacMillan Prize for his first picture book. Since then he's illustrated over 100 books for children and written a few of them too. Several of them have won enormous glittering awards which he keeps in a box in Latvia. Ross' book The Elephantom was recently adapted into a critically acclaimed play by those clever people at the National Theatre who made that 'War Horse' thing. When he's not creating children's books he enjoys working on character development for animation studios like Laika and Disney. He also likes walking in the Scottish glens with his dog Hugo, who is an idiot and his partner Jacqui, who is not.
Price: AU $22.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9780857638953 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 270h x 270w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 What Does An Anteater Eat? Ross Collins
This anteater is very hungry, but what on earth does an anteater eat?
Description Anteater is hungry, but he has completely forgotten what anteaters eat. Baffled and with his tummy rumbling, he consults the other animals. But Sloth is too busy, Toucan is clueless, and Crocodile has his own mouth full. Whatever will Anteater do? It isn't until the ants all run for their lives that Anteater remembers what he should be eating . . . bananas, of course! A delightfully silly tale that little ones will return to again and again.
About the Author Ross Collins's primary 1 teacher, Mrs Spears, told his parents that he should go to art school. 13 years went by until he was finally 'old enough' to get into the Glasgow School of Art. Can you believe that? - 13 years. On graduating he won the Macmillan Prize for his first picture book. Since then he's illustrated over 100 books for children and written a few of them too. Several of them have won enormous glittering awards which he keeps in a box in Latvia. Ross's book The Elephantom was recently adapted into a critically acclaimed play by those clever people at the National Theatre who made that War Horse thing. When he's not creating children's books he enjoys working on character development for animation studios like Laika and Disney. He also likes walking in the Scottish glens with his dog Hugo, who is an idiot, and his partner Jacqui, who is not.
Price: AU $22.99 NZ $24.99 ISBN: 9781788002646 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 277h x 277w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Heidi Jeanne Willis, illustrated by Briony May Smith
Johanna Spyri's classic story is retold in this beautiful gift book
Description When five-year-old orphan Heidi is sent to live in the Swiss Alps with grumpy Grandpa, the rest of the village take pity on her. But Heidi soon discovers that her grandpa is gentle and kind behind his scowl, and she loves her new life running wild in the mountains with the goats, the flowers and her best friend Peter. That is, until Heidi is forced to move far away to the soot and smoke of Frankfurt to be the companion to an unwell girl. Will she ever return to her true home in the mountains?
About the Author Jeanne Willis wrote her first book when she was five - a slim volume about cats written in pencil and stitched together with a painfully blunt needle so that it looked like a 'real' book. After that, there was no turning back. Having been fired from her Saturday job - selling cowboy boots on the Kings Road - for chewing gum, and after a brief career as a reptile vet's assistant, she worked as a copywriter and had her first picture book published at the age of 21 (which she wrote whilst pretending to be busy creating adverts for cognac).
She has since written over 300 books and has won several awards, which are arranged in the attic where she works, along with her collection of caterpillars, pink-toed tarantula skins and live locusts. Jeanne has a keen interest in Natural History and has lost count of the number of species featured in her books, including everything from slugs to sloths. She is currently into corvids - especially Nosy Crows.
Briony May Smith grew up in Sandhurst in Berkshire, playing in the garden with her younger brother and sister. She studied Illustration at Falmouth University and was Highly Commended for the Macmillan Children's book prize in 2013 and 2014. She now lives in Devon, where her work day mainly consists of drawing fairies, interrupted only when her dog, Finbar, demands his walk. Briony's work is inspired by fairy tales and folklore and life in the country.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781788004749 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 265h x 240w mm Extent: 96 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Peter Pan Caryl Hart, illustrated by Sarah Warburton
J. M. Barrie's beloved text is reimagined in this enchanting rhyming picture book by award-winning duo Caryl Hart and Sarah Warburton.
Description When Peter Pan flies into the Darlings' room one dusky evening, he convinces Wendy and her brothers to come with him to the magical world of Neverland, where children never grow old. It's the beginning of an amazing adventure featuring a cast of classic characters, from the mischievous Lost Boys and jealous fairy Tinker Bell, to the villainous Captain Hook and his pirate band. But will the Darlings choose to stay in Neverland or return to London to grow up like normal children?
About the Author Caryl is a full-time children's writer, who also runs creative workshops with local schools. Her first picture book, Don't Dip Your Chips in Your Drink, Kate! won two regional awards, and was shortlisted for a third. Her Princess series, illustrated by Sarah Warburton, has sold over 200,000 copies worldwide. She lives in the Peak District with her guitar-playing husband, two cheeky daughters, one extremely fluffy black cat, a goldfish, four hens and a dog called Roo. As well as writing, Caryl loves walking in the hills, swimming, snuggling, baking, weeding, running, sleeping, chatting, and sitting in cafes.
Sarah grew up in Anglesey, North Wales. She studied illustration at the University of the West of England, in Bristol, and hasn't looked back since. Sarah has created many books, working for a large variety of publishers, including illustrating the Rumblewick series, which has sold worldwide and is under movie option with DreamWorks. Her Princess series, written by Caryl Hart, has sold over 200,000 copies worldwide. Sarah lives in Bristol with her husband, two children and a grumpy guinea pig.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9781788000079 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 265h x 240w mm Extent: 72 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Velveteen Rabbit Sarah Massini
A treasured classic, revisited for a new generation in a gorgeous hardback gift edition.
Description When the Velveteen Rabbit first arrives in the nursery, he is snubbed by the other toys. But the Rabbit soon makes friends with the Skin Horse who explains how toys can become 'real', if only they are loved enough. The Velveteen Rabbit longs for this to happen until, one day, he finds that he is Boy's very favourite toy. They play together through a long, golden summer and, even though Rabbit becomes shabbier and shabbier, he becomes 'real' to the boy who loves him so much. The rabbits in the garden think otherwise - how can Rabbit be real when he can't leap and hop? But when Boy is ill with Scarlet Fever, and Rabbit is thrown away, Rabbit finally discovers what it truly means to be real. As he sheds a tear a magical fairy transforms him into a real, wild rabbit, though her parting words remind him that he was always real to the boy.
About the Author Margery Winifred Williams was born in London in 1881. During her lifetime she lived in England, America and Italy and wrote numerous books for adults and children. Her most famous book, The Velveteen Rabbit or How Toys Become Real, was published in 1922.
Sarah's mum always said it was a blessing how paper and a pencil could keep her quiet and out of mischief for hours. Drawing has been a life-long habit that has seen her through careers in corporate design, children's book design and now as an illustrator and illustrating is what she loves doing best. Sarah lives in Sussex with her husband Peter, her young son Mathew, and her utterly mad terrier Tess, who keeps guard as she draws.
Price: AU $29.99 NZ $32.99 ISBN: 9780857636966 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 265h x 240w mm Extent: 32 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Happy Birthday to You! illustrated by Nicola Slater
Gorgeous, gifty birthday story with sound-buttons to press - and a light-up candle ending!
Description A group of musicians are travelling to a cafe for a surprise celebration. Press the buttons to hear them play their instruments... and join in with the band to wish one very special little otter a very Happy Birthday! With a flute, guitar, violin and piano, plus a rousing 'big band' chorus AND a splendid light-up birthday cake ending, this delightful little book makes the perfect birthday gift.
About the Author Born in the wild and windy north, Nicola began her career as an usher, but life by the big screen was too heady and too fast. Instead, she chose to study Illustration in Buckinghamshire, where she developed a passion for children's books that far surpassed her love of popcorn. She has since had books published here and in the United States, which include Best Friends, Spot a Lot, and Leaping Lemmings. Nicola lives with her family in Cheshire, close to the local cinema where she likes to occasionally lurk in the foyer.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9780857639509 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 200h x 200w mm Extent: 10 pages Bic1: Heading Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Twinkle Twinkle Little Star illustrated by Nicola Slater
A gorgeous, sensory gift for little ones with sound-buttons and a light.
Description Join the merry musicians as they journey to the festival, practising their instruments along the way. Then sing along with the band as they all play together!
About the Author Born in the wild and windy north, Nicola began her career as an usher, but life by the big screen was too heady and too fast. Instead, she chose to study Illustration in Buckinghamshire, where she developed a passion for children's books that far surpassed her love of popcorn. She has since had books published here and in the United States, which include Best Friends, Spot a Lot, and Leaping Lemmings. Nicola lives with her family in Cheshire, close to the local cinema where she likes to occasionally lurk in the foyer.
Price: AU $19.99 NZ $22.99 ISBN: 9781788003407 Format: Board Book Package Type: BOARD BOOK Dimensions: 200h x 200w mm Extent: 12 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Nosy Crow AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Squishy McFluff: The Invisible Cat! Pip Jones
Squishy is a cuddly, loyal, very naughty - and invisible! - pet cat. He and his owner Ava make an adorable pair .The first in an irresistible series for young readers in hilarious rhyming text with winning illustrations.
Description Can you see him? My kitten? Close your eyes tight
His fur is so soft and all silvery white
Imagine him quick! Have you imagined enough?
Oh, good, you can see him! It's Squishy McFluff!
When Ava discovers an imaginary cat in the cabbage patch, she knows she's found a new best friend. Together, Ava and Squishy McFluff get up to all kinds of mischief . . . Bright new talent Pip Jones gives a hilarious, quirky twist to everyday experiences for girls aged 6+.
About the Author Pip Jones is a freelance journalist. Squishy McFluff won the inaugural Greenhouse Funny Prize in 2012 and Pip is delighted to bring him to the page at Faber. Pip lives in London with her husband, two daughters and a real imaginary cat.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780571302505 Format: Misc PB Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 180h x 135w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Children PB AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Squishy McFluff: Big Country Fair Pip Jones, illustrated by Ella Okstad
From the funniest voice in young fiction today, the latest in this charming series of rhyming tales for ages 4+ Ava and her invisible cat go on an exciting adventure at the country fair.
Description Squishy McFluff has been blow-dried and primped to perfection. He must win the Country Fair prettiest pet competition - and will if Ava has anything to do with it... But not everyone can see he's the winner. The Mayor seems to have a particular blindspot... That is until Ava and her invisible pet foil a dastardly robbery!
Another joyful, hilarious, instant classic of a tale for five year olds and upwards, stunningly illustrated by Ella Okstad.
About the Author Pip Jones lives in East London with her partner, her two daughters and a real invisible cat. She writes a lot. She is the author of four other Squishy McFluff books, several picture books (including Daddy's Sandwich and The Chocolate Monster) and her new series Piggy Handsome is coming out in summer 2017.
Ella Okstad returned to her native Norway after graduating where she now illustrates children's books. Squishy is her first imaginary cat.
Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780571320707 Format: B Package Type: PAPERBACK Dimensions: 180h x 140w mm Extent: 80 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Children PB AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 The Hug (gift) Eoin McLaughlin, illustrated by Polly Dunbar
A picture book to fall in love with this Valentine's Day.
Description Hedgehog was feeling sad. As sad as a hedgehog can feel. So sad only one thing could help...
AND
Tortoise was feeling sad. As sad as a tortoise can feel. So sad only one thing could help...
In this clever flipbook, both a hedgehog and a tortoise are looking for a hug. They ask all the other animals they come across but for some reason no-one will hug them. Until a wise owl explains: Hedgehog is too spiky; Tortoise is too bony.
And that's when they find each other! A hug - at last!
A beautiful, heartwarming picture book with all the universal appeal of Guess How Much I Love You.
About the Author Polly Dunbar is one of the most well known illustrators working in the UK today. Polly's bestselling book, Penguin, has 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. She is also co-founder of an award-winning theatre company. Polly lives in the Waveny Valley, Suffolk with her partner and their two boys. Price: AU $12.99 NZ $14.99 ISBN: 9780571350605 Format: Misc HB Eoin was born in Ireland and now lives in Peckham with his wife and their baby. When he's not hugging them, he's writing Package Type: HARD BACK more stories. This is his debut picture book, with many more in the pipeline. Dimensions: 125h x 125w mm Extent: 56 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Faber Child Trade AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Egyptology Dugald Steer
Who can resist the allure of ancient Egypt - and the thrill of uncovering mysteries that have lain hidden for thousands of years? Explore the lovingly kept journal of a lost adventurer, full of drawings, photographs, booklets, foldout maps, postcards, and many other intriguing samples.
Description If you enjoyed Templar's extraordinary Dragonology (New York Times Bestseller & Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week), then just wait until you see Egyptology.
With a stunning gold foiled and embossed cover featuring three 'jewels', and with its creation overseen by TGH James, ex keeper of Egyptian Antiquities at the British Museum, Egyptology is Emily Sands' lavish 1926 scrapbook journal of a lost expedition. Full of novelties and recreations, such as a piece of mummy cloth, a booklet on hieroglyphs and a working board game, the book brims with beautiful art and fascinating facts about Ancient Egypt, and a has a final magnificent novelty in the back case.
About the Author Dugald Steer was born in 1965 and grew up in Surrey, where his love of books and reading led him to study English Literature and Philosophy at Bristol. Several jobs later Dugald began working at Templar Publishing, where he worked his way up to Senior Editor, writing and editing many books in house. He has written more than 100 books for Templar and, after going freelance to concentrate on writing, he authored the first eight books in their hugely successful 'Ology series. Dugald lives near Barcelona in Spain with his wife Ana and his two children.
Price: AU $49.99 NZ $55.00 ISBN: 9781840118520 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 308h x 262w mm Extent: 30 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Dragonology Douglas Carrel, Dugald Steer
An incomparable gift for secret dragonologists everywhere! For true believers only, a lavishly illustrated volume by the world's most distinguished dragonologist. Don't let it fall into the wrong hands!
Description Do you believe in dragons? Said to originate from the library of eminent Victorian dragonologist Ernest Drake, this book imparts to readers the secrets of the ancient science of dragonology, bridging the gap between dragon legend and fact. The meticulous Dr. Drake assigns Latin names to various dragon species, ruminates on why dragons are able to speak, speculates on how they could fly, and explains the true purpose of their notorious hoarding habits. It includes a host of novelties, such as old letters, magic dust, dragon scales, gems, spells in envelopes, booklets of riddles and a faux leather cover with silver foil, encrusted with three dragon gems.
In his afterword, Dr. Drake reveals that one of the crucial goals of dragonologists is to preserve and protect the magnificent creatures of their study wherever possible - a goal this volume most affectionately achieves.
About the Author Dugald Steer was born in 1965 and grew up in Surrey, where his love of books and reading led him to study English Literature and Philosophy at Bristol. Several jobs later Dugald began working at Templar Publishing, where he worked his way up to Senior Editor, writing and editing many books in house. He has written more than 100 books for Templar and, after going freelance to concentrate on writing, he authored the first eight books in their hugely successful 'Ology series. Dugald lives near Barcelona in Spain with his wife Ana and his two children.
Price: AU $49.99 NZ $55.00 ISBN: 9781840115031 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 310h x 260w mm Extent: 30 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Alienology Dugald Steer
An out-of-this-world addition to the Ology World Series, brought to the attention of Templar - publishers of rare and unusual books.
Description Compiled from documents written in 1969, 'Alienology' is a secret training manual for S.P.A.C.E. (the Society for the Promotion of Alien Contact with Earth). It gives advice on identifying alien species, as well as eye-opening facts about our universe.
About the Author Dugald Steer was born in 1965 and grew up in Surrey, where his love of books and reading led him to study English Literature and Philosophy at Bristol. Several jobs later Dugald began working at Templar Publishing, where he worked his way up to Senior Editor, writing and editing many books in house. He has written more than 100 books for Templar and, after going freelance to concentrate on writing, he authored the first eight books in their hugely successful 'Ology series. Dugald lives near Barcelona in Spain with his wife Ana and his two children.
Price: AU $49.99 NZ $55.00 ISBN: 9781848770041 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 310h x 260w mm Extent: 30 pages Bic1: Bic2:
Templar AUSTRALIA NOVEMBER 2020 Knightology Dugald Steer, illustrated by Fabio Leone, illustrated by Ollie Cuthbertson and illustrated by David
The newest edition in the Ology World series takes the reader back to a time of myth, legend and gallant knights.
Description The newest edition in the Ology series takes the reader back to a time of myth and legend.
The book tells of tough tournaments, castle construction and defence, weapon mastery, going on Crusades amongst other knightly pursuits. Explore exceptional knights from both history and legend. The author, Sir Lancelot Marshal (a descendent of the most famous knight - Sir William Marshal), has left the book to his squire as he sets off on a quest to discover the true burial site of King Arthur and his infamous sword Excalibur. Can the tales within the book be true? And why was the true location of King Arthur and his sword kept secret?
From jewelled covers to stunningly paper-engineered interiors the Ology series is renowned for it's fantastical stories and high end production values. Over 18 million Ologies have been sold worldwide.
About the Author Dugald Steer was born in 1965 and grew up in Surrey, where his love of books and reading led him to study English Literature and Philosophy at Bristol. Several jobs later Dugald began working at Templar Publishing, where he worked his way up to Senior Editor, writing and editing many books in house. He has written more than 100 books for Templar and, after going freelance to concentrate on writing, he authored the first eight books in their hugely successful 'Ology series. Dugald lives near Barcelona in Spain with his wife Ana and his two children.
Price: AU $49.99 NZ $55.00 ISBN: 9781783708185 Format: Misc HB Package Type: HARD BACK Dimensions: 310h x 265w mm Extent: 28 pages Bic1: Bic2:
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