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Book Cover:  Each Peach Pear Plum
A poem on each page gives the clue to what is hiding in the picture opposite, so young children can follow the rhymes. 'In this book with your little eye, take a look and play I spy'.
A poem on each page gives the clue to what is hiding in the picture opposite, so young children can follow the rhymes. 'In this book with your little eye, take a look and play I spy'.
Published: 13/07/1999
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780670882786
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  James and the Giant Peach: 50th Anniversary Colour Edition
An enormous escaped rhinoceros from London Zoo has eaten James's parents. And it gets worse! James is packed off to live with his two really horrible aunts, Sponge and Spiker. \r\nfollowthatpeach.com
An enormous escaped rhinoceros from London Zoo has eaten James's parents. And it gets worse! James is packed off to live with his two really horrible aunts, Sponge and Spiker. \r\nfollowthatpeach.com
Published: 30/05/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780241953303
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover: The Very Busy Spider
Some animals on a farm see a spider spinning a web on a fence post and try to talk to it. But the spider is too busy to respond, until a rooster asks about catching a pesty fly. The Very Busy Spider is a boardbook to feel as well as read and hear.
Some animals on a farm see a spider spinning a web on a fence post and try to talk to it. But the spider is too busy to respond, until a rooster asks about catching a pesty fly. The Very Busy Spider is...
Published: 23/10/1996
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780241135907
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover: The Very Quiet Cricket

A little cricket has lost his song - he rubs his wings together and nothing happens. He sets off to find his voice and meets all kinds of creatures who make all kinds of noises, but still he can make no sound at all. One day he meets a special friend, another cricket and this time, when he rubs his wings together, he makes 'the most beautiful sound you have ever heard.' The sound, produced by a hidden...

A little cricket has lost his song - he rubs his wings together and nothing happens. He sets off to find his voice and meets all kinds of creatures who make all kinds of noises, but still he can make no...

Published: 30/10/1997
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780241137857
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  King of Lanka: Return of Ravana Book 4

There is no escape from destiny . . . is there?

For four teenagers, the Ramayana is not just a tale. It is their fate! In every life they have ever lived, Vikram, Amanjit, Rasita and Deepika have been persecuted and killed by Ravindra, who aspires to the throne of Ravana the Demon-King.

Now Rasita is a captive of Ravindra, and demonic beings are rallying to his command. Vikram and Amanjit must try...

There is no escape from destiny . . . is there?

For four teenagers, the Ramayana is not just a tale. It is their fate! In every life they have ever lived, Vikram, Amanjit, Rasita and Deepika have been...

Published: 25/07/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143568100
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  Souls in Exile: Return of Ravana Book 3

Ravana is back. Will his slayers find their powers in time?

Bollywood actress Sunita Ashoka's reality show Swayamvara Live has ended in bloodshed and disaster. Vikram, Amanjit and Rasita are on the run, accused of the actress's murder. In exile like the heroes of the Ramayana, they are seemingly beset by the same perils. Then a tragedy forces Vikram into the open.

Ravana is back. Will his slayers find their powers in time?

Bollywood actress Sunita Ashoka's reality show Swayamvara Live has ended in bloodshed and disaster. Vikram, Amanjit and Rasita are on the run...

Published: 25/07/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143568117
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  VIII
is the story of Hal: a young, handsome, gifted warrior, who belives he has been chosen to lead his people.  But he is plagued by the ghosts of his family's violent past and, once he rises to power, he turns to murder and rapacious cruelty.  He is Henry VIII.
is the story of Hal: a young, handsome, gifted warrior, who belives he has been chosen to lead his people.  But he is plagued by the ghosts of his family's violent past and, once he rises to power, he turns to murder and rapacious cruelty.  He is Henry VIII.
Published: 08/11/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143567288
RRP: $17.95
Book Cover:  Little Kiwi is Scared of the Dark
By Bob Darroch

It's night-time and Little Kiwi is out for his first walk with his mother. The only problem is, the night is full of scary noises and Little Kiwi is terrified of the dark! Even when he meets other night creatures like morepork and possum, it makes no difference – the night is far too scary for him.

But what happens to Little Kiwi when he decides decides to venture out during the day?...

It's night-time and Little Kiwi is out for his first walk with his mother. The only problem is, the night is full of scary noises and Little Kiwi is terrified of the dark! Even when he meets other...

Published: 27/06/2011
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9780143565970
RRP: $14.95
Book Cover: The Ghost Bride: Return of Ravana Book 2

'Riveting! Like its reincarnated heroes, I was drawn again and again to David Hair's gripping, blood-soaked tale.'
--Chris Bradford, author of Young Samurai

Mumbai, October 2010: Bollywood actress Sunita Ashoka will marry the man who wins her hand in Swayamvara Live , a reality show on television. Vikram Khandavani decides to participate, hoping to draw out his nemesis Ravindra. It's a deadly...

'Riveting! Like its reincarnated heroes, I was drawn again and again to David Hair's gripping, blood-soaked tale.'
--Chris Bradford, author of Young Samurai

Mumbai, October 2010: Bollywood actress Sunita...

Published: 29/08/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143565994
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  Moon Cow
By Kyle Mewburn

When Milly the cow looks up at the moon she knows it must be lonely, so she decides to keep it company. The other cows think she's crazy, but Milly continues trying to win the moon's friendship. But this is harder than Milly thinks. After all, how do you get the moon to share its secrets with you?

When Milly the cow looks up at the moon she knows it must be lonely, so she decides to keep it company. The other cows think she's crazy, but Milly continues trying to win the moon's friendship. But this...

Published: 31/10/2011
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143565987
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  Kimmy Kids Real Life First Focus Book
By Kimberley Kent
This First Focus Book has been specially designed to entertain and stimulate newborn babies with real-life images. Made of heavy card, it can be tucked into the side of the cot or propped on a nearby shelf or table.

Kimmy Kids is the creation of photographer Kimberley Kent, responding to the needs of five young children of her own.

This First Focus Book has been specially designed to entertain and stimulate newborn babies with real-life images. Made of heavy card, it can be tucked into the side of the cot or propped on a nearby shelf...
Published: 04/05/2004
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9780143519911
RRP: $6.95
Book Cover:  Mrs Wishy Washy's Splishy Sploshy
By Joy Cowley

Another wipe-clean board book is about to be added to the immensely popular Mrs Wishy-Washy series. Joy Cowley and Elizabeth Fuller have pooled their talents once more to tell the story of the messy meanies who decide to play splashy-sploshy with some paint they discover in the garden shed.

Another wipe-clean board book is about to be added to the immensely popular Mrs Wishy-Washy series. Joy Cowley and Elizabeth Fuller have pooled their talents once more to tell the story of the messy meanies...

Published: 01/05/2006
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9780143520122
RRP: $9.95
Book Cover:  Crazy Kiwi Tops & Tails
By Sally Sutton

Take 14 of New Zealand s best-loved native animals, split them down the middle and what do you get? Nearly 200 crazy Kiwi combos, from rare to wacky. Mix and match for hours of fun. Funny pictures of 'Moretaras', 'tuaporks', 'seawis' and 'ki-lions' are teamed up with similarly mismatched poems: 'My beak has nostrils at the end; it s useful I suppose. But don't you think it's kind of weird to suck food...

Take 14 of New Zealand s best-loved native animals, split them down the middle and what do you get? Nearly 200 crazy Kiwi combos, from rare to wacky. Mix and match for hours of fun. Funny pictures of 'Moretaras'...

Published: 01/08/2006
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143520153
RRP: $14.95
Book Cover:  Wanted: The Perfect Pet

Wanted: The Perfect Pet now in paperback

Once upon a time, there lived a boy called Henry.  What Henry wanted more than anything in the whole wide world . . . MORE than chips . . . MORE than a cowboy costume . . . MORE than an all-expenses-paid trip to the moon . . . was a DOG.

 A lovable tale of adventure and friendship . . . and the lengths some will go to find it.

' . . . a touching...

Wanted: The Perfect Pet now in paperback

Once upon a time, there lived a boy called Henry.  What Henry wanted more than anything in the whole wide world . . . MORE than chips . . . MORE than a cowboy...

Published: 03/01/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143505396
RRP: $14.95
Book Cover:  Colours: Little Fronds
By Williamson & Fraser & Williamson & Matth

New Zealand is full of colours. Let's go exploring and see what we can find.

Aotearoa is a colourful country. With kowhai and pohutukawa, paua shell and pavlova there are many hues to choose from. The little fronds colous book is every kiwi baby's perfect introduction to colours.

The little fronds series is designed specially for young New Zealanders. These vibrant titles are perfect for 0-3s...

New Zealand is full of colours. Let's go exploring and see what we can find.

Aotearoa is a colourful country. With kowhai and pohutukawa, paua shell and pavlova there are many hues to choose from. The...

Published: 22/08/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143505549
RRP: $9.99
Book Cover:  ABC: Little Fronds
By Williamson & Fraser & Williamson & Matth

New Zealand has its very own ABC. Let's learn the A-Z of Aotearoa.

Beautiful, colourful illustrations and simple words that relate to our beautiful country make this the perfect ABC for every kiwi baby.

The little fronds series is designed specially for young New Zealanders. These vibrant titles are perfect for 0-3s. Each book introduces a new educational essential, explored through words...

New Zealand has its very own ABC. Let's learn the A-Z of Aotearoa.

Beautiful, colourful illustrations and simple words that relate to our beautiful country make this the perfect ABC for every kiwi...

Published: 22/08/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143505556
RRP: $9.99
Book Cover:  Counting: Little Fronds
By Williamson & Fraser & Williamson & Matth

Let's count from one to ten with the help of our unique New Zealand birds.

The little fronds counting book introduces children to first numbers with images of stunning New Zealand birds.

The little fronds series is designed specially for young New Zealanders. These vibrant titles are perfect for 0-3s. Each book introduces a new educational essential, explored through words and images...

Let's count from one to ten with the help of our unique New Zealand birds.

The little fronds counting book introduces children to first numbers with images of stunning New Zealand birds...

Published: 22/08/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780143505563
RRP: $9.99
Book Cover:  Green Sheep Buggy Book

A small buggy book with keyring adapted from the picture book Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek, featuring simplified text for babies.

A small buggy book with keyring adapted from the picture book Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek, featuring simplified text for babies.

Published: 27/09/2010
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9780143504610
RRP: $9.95
Book Cover:  My Buggy Book of Animals
A selection of gorgeous, illustrated animals, from bestselling author Pamela Allen. Clip it to the cot, highchair or buggy!
A selection of gorgeous, illustrated animals, from bestselling author Pamela Allen. Clip it to the cot, highchair or buggy!
Published: 27/06/2011
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9780143504818
RRP: $9.95
Book Cover:  My First All Blacks Book

This is the ideal book for very young All Blacks fans.

This durable board book is in the shape of the iconic All Blacks jersey and is the perfect introduction to New Zealand's favourite sports team.

This is the ideal book for very young All Blacks fans.

This durable board book is in the shape of the iconic All Blacks jersey and is the perfect introduction to New Zealand's favourite sports team...

Published: 14/06/2011
Format: Board Book
ISBN: 9780143504948
RRP: $8.95

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16 May 2012
2012 John Button Prize - longlisted

The Australian Moment by George Megalogenis.

The prize winner will be announced at the John Button Oration to be held with the Melbourne Writers' Festival in August.

For more information please visit: http://johnbuttonprize.org.au

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