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A sweeping story of family and belonging

After a sudden accident shatters the MacBride family, fate twists again, forcing the youngest son to choose between love and duty, sacrifice and happiness.

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A YouTube sensation with secrets that could destroy her

Online, April Masterson shares gooey brownies and key lime squares. Offline, there are questions she’d rather you didn’t ask . . . Everyone has secrets. Some are worse than others.

An epic fantasy

The first book in the Brocken Cycle trilogy is set in a land trapped in a repeating cycle of war. When servant Luminara forms a forbidden bond with the newly anointed ruler Rianthran, secret powers awaken and war looms. What comes after the cycle is broken?

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A new junior fiction series from Mary Fowler

Say hello to Maz! Follow the soccer star as she navigates an unexpected surprise and a birthday-party-gone-wrong.

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Books to celebrate International Women’s Day

Looking for books that empower, inspire and stay with you? Check out our list of International Women’s Day reads, bringing together books from trailblazing women authors.

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Two beautiful books from Jessica Urlichs

You’ll Always Be My Baby is a heartwarming picture book adapted from Jessica’s popular poem. They Bloom Because of You is a new collection of poems about the ever-evolving journey of motherhood.

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For everyone who’s ever felt, ‘I don’t fit’

Not everyone finds their place under the same umbrella, so what happens when you want to fit, but can’t? From an author and parent with intimate experience of neurodivergence comes one child’s journey to find their place in the world.

A sun-soaked thriller

Under over one blazing Mediterranean summer, secrets simmer in this new page-turner from Sabine Durrant. If you love dark, twisty suspense with rising tension, this one’s for you.

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A curse, a countdown and whole lot of chaos

Luna Wilkinson wants to stand out, but not like this. Something in the shadowy woods bites her and now she’s cursed to blurt out every swear word in the dictionary (plus a few more). She has three days to undo it . . . or it’s swearing forever.

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What’s your Penguin Persona?

Attention all book lovers! Take the quiz to discover your Penguin Persona and be entered to win a Summer reading pack.

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Penguin Fantasy Fest is returning for 2026!

Penguin Fantasy Fest is coming to Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne. Meet the authors, get exclusive sneak peeks and more – this is an event not to be missed!

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10 debut authors share where the ideas for their first novels came from

Learn about the inspiration behind debut authors’ first novels.

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CBCA Book of the Year Notables 2026

We're thrilled to share that ten books have been named CBCA Notables this year. Learn more about them here.

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10 cosy colouring books for screen-free fun

Look away from your screens and curl up with these cosy colouring books for hours of wholesome fun.

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20 books like The Let Them Theory

Finished The Let Them Theory and wondering what to read next? Check out this list of 20 suggested picks that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered.

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10 debut authors share where the ideas for their first novels came from

Learn about the inspiration behind debut authors’ first novels.

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How studying at Oxford three times inspired Joanna Miller to write The Eights

The debut author of The Eights shares writing advice, insights into the publishing process and which character she enjoyed writing most.

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Chloe Elisabeth Wilson shares the works that influenced her debut novel, Rytual

Plus, learn about the real-world inspiration behind the darkly funny novel.

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How Nadia Mahjouri's debut novel blends fact and fiction

Learn how Nadia Majhouri's personal journey and cultural heritage inspired her debut novel, Half Truth.

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How aspects of Morgan Dick’s life inspired her debut novel

From being a step-sibling to her up-close experience with addiction, Morgan’s real life played a role in shaping Favourite Daughter.

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How Ande Pliego plays with common crime tropes in debut novel

Learn about the books that inspired her, which character she enjoyed writing most and the thing that surprised her about the publishing process.

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From dream to reality: Emma Pignatiello on Writing Last Shot

Discover the inspiration behind Emma Pignatiello's debut novel Last Shot. Learn about her creative process, character development and tips for writers.

Book clubs
Half Truth book club questions

A moving drama about family, loss and belonging to read with your book club.

Book clubs
Translations book club questions

A deeply moving novel to read with your book club.

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How a well-planned writing schedule helped Amanda Willimott write her debut novel

Plus, find out about the TV promo and historical case that inspired Winter of the Wolf.

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How Jumaana Abdu wrote her debut novel while finishing medical school

Plus, learn the backstory behind her book’s protagonist.

Book clubs
Jade and Emerald book club questions

A fierce, emotional, and nostalgic novel to read with your book club.

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Anna Johnston shares the real-life inspiration behind her debut novel

We caught up with Anna Johnston to learn more about The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife, her writing process, and which fictional character she’d most like to have dinner with.

Book clubs
The Little Clothes book club questions

A humorous, provocative and affectionate novel to read with your book club.

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Deborah Callaghan on writing routines and fictional worlds

The Little Clothes is a clever and affectionate novel from Deborah Callaghan. We caught up with the author to hear about her writing routine, the publishing process and more.

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Generate a husband

Generate a husband in honour of Holly Gramazio’s debut novel, The Husbands.

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What I Would Do to You book club questions

A stunning, thought-provoking debut to read with your book club.

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Georgia Harper says she ‘ruined her mum’s fantasy’

Find out why Georgia Harper’s writing routine ruined her mum’s idyllic vision of a writerly life. Plus, learn about her love for Anne Rice and her unlucky skill for attracting strangers’ stories.

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Fun Fact: Sarah-Jane Collins wrote much of her debut novel in a bar

Sarah-Jane Collins shares how her background as a reporter inspired her to write her debut novel, Radiant Heat.

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Ferdia Lennon shares the Plutarch passage that inspired Glorious Exploits

Plus, find out why he taught himself to memorise an entire deck of cards while researching for the novel.

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How drama school inspired Chris MacDonald to write The Actor

Plus, learn about which fictional character he’d like to dine with and the musician he always turns to when singing karaoke.

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Silky Choc Pots

These are delicious ... silky, chocolatey, and luscious.

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Spitzbuben

A festive cookie jar classic, which is so simple, yet simply delicious.

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Easy egg & bean filo twists

Filo is such a versatile pastry. No matter how you put this together, the results are always fun.

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Spicy Potato and Sweetcorn Tortilla Samosas

There is something so satisfying about a good old-fashioned vegetarian samosa.

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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes

If you thought pancakes aren’t a high-protein breakfast option, think again.

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Smoked chilli and vodka rigatoni

If you have a bottle of vodka, a tube of tomato purée (tomato paste) and some cream, you’re very close to creating a plate of pasta akin to pure bliss.

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Sachertorte

The original Sachertorte recipe is still a secret today. But there are lots of recipes based on the original, including this one.

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Barbecue beef and bacon burger

Barbecue beef and bacon burger might just be the best use of alliteration in the English language – it rolls perfectly off the tongue the same way this burger will roll right past yours.

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Rhubarb and Strawberry Freeform Tart

I once supervised and helped to cook this tart for 150 people in a woolshed in country Victoria, where it was served with the most sensational farm cream.

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Bridget Jones’s pan-fried salmon with pine nut salsa

This is the dish Patrick Dempsey’s character tells Renée Zellweger’s Bridget Jones that he would have brought her on their imaginary second date in Bridget Jones’s Baby.

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No-churn Matcha Ice Cream

There’s no need for an ice cream maker with this simple recipe for No-churn Matcha Ice Cream from Nigella Lawson’s Simply Nigella book. Perfect served with a chocolate brownie.

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Air Fryer Cookie Dough Breakfast Bars

The perfect breakfast to batch for the week ahead and pack for on-the-go eating, these chocolate chip-studded oat bars from are a much more satisfying option than shop-bought cereal bars.

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Jamie Oliver’s Steak and Sticky Aubergine Salad

This colourful rice noodle salad with tender steak and sticky gochujang aubergine makes a quick and tasty dinner.

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Shortcut Meatball Bake

A healthy and fuss-free take on a meatball bake, this orzo dish makes a comforting dinner perfectly paired with a fresh salad.

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Strawberry Pudding Pots

Chia seeds and Greek yogurt bring protein, fiber, and healthy fats to this naturally sweet, satisfying dessert.

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Katsu Chicken Curry

When I go to a certain restaurant, I have to order the katsu curry, with a number of small plates of course. I like serving this with some cucumber, pickled onions and a bit of soy sauce. Divine.

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Spiced Fish Tacos

Everyone loves tacos, but they aren’t the most natural weight-loss food. By pairing white fish with a juicy mango salsa, this recipe gives us the best of both worlds – it’s filling and tastes superb!

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Matcha Made in Heaven Muffins

These muffins are edible poetry. The earthy elegance of matcha meets the sweet tang of raspberries and the creamy allure of white chocolate in a muffin that’s as sophisticated as a first date at a five-star teahouse.

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Gluten-Free Gone Bananas Bread

They say bananas are nature’s perfect snack, so clearly this is the perfect bread.

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Apple Breakfast Crumble

A healthy, easy breakfast crumble from Filling Meals by Lindsay Wilson.

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Spumoni ice cream cake

Spumoni is a molded Italian dessert made with pistachio, cherry, and either chocolate or vanilla gelato. The colors are beautiful, and the flavor is buonissimo.

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Rick Stein’s Glazed Christmas Ham

Roasted in a sweet mustard glaze and served with a buttery gravy, Rick Stein‘s ham is a classic Christmas crowd-pleaser.

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Oi Muchim

Spicy Cucumber Salad

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Pavlova Vintage Cakes

Pavlovas disguised as mini vintage cakes!?

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Mary Fowler - colouring-in sheets

Hey. My name is Maz! A vibrant new series from football star Mary Fowler about friendship, sport and fun.

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The Umbrella - activities for kids and families

For everyone who's ever felt, 'I don't fit.' This is for you.

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Create your own 'feelings wheel' from The Break Up: It's a Twin Thing!

Being a twin is forever, but for Abigail and Brooklyn, starting grade five is about to test their bond in ways they never expected.

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The Break Up: It's a Twin Thing! - colouring-in

Being a twin is forever, but for Abigail and Brooklyn, starting grade five is about to test their bond in ways they never expected.

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Create your own backyard map for Bitza the dog!

A heartwarming and fabulously funny junior fiction series for girls and boys, told from a dog's point of view.

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Design your own Romeo v Juliet poster!

The OG enemies-to-lovers story gets the R.A. Spratt treatment!

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Oh Brother Activity Pack

Download your free activity pack today!

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Bluey Christmas Colouring!

Celebrate Christmas with the Heelers!

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Bluey: The Sign Activity Pack

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Fart Face by Andrew Daddo & Jonathan Bentley colouring in

We all do them. Yes, I know you do! But there’s a time and place for a fart face …

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Heist activity pack

Dive into the world of Heist: The Great Chocolate Caper with this fun activity pack!

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Mum's Busy Work by Jacinda Ardern - colouring in

An inspiring and heartwarming book about the relationship between a working mum and her daughter by the former prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern.

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Starting School by Jane Godwin and Anna Walker colouring in

With its charming characters and engaging story, Starting School provides children with the comfort, confidence, and inspiration they need to take their first steps into the world of education.

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Kevin in a Stew by Jacqueline Harvey colouring in

Another hilarious picture book from best-selling author, Jacqueline Harvey.

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These Jokes Will Annoy Every Dad find-a-word

These jokes will annoy every dad!

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Bluey Father's Day Activity Sheet

To celebrate Father's Day this year, help Bluey's friends find their dads in this super fun dad maze! PLUS read ALL about your favourite dad in the brand-new Bluey: Dad's Awesome Treasury and our collection of other Bluey Father's Day reads, including Bluey: Pull my Finger and Other Dad Jokes! This content was originally published on Bluey.tv

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Detective Beans: Adventures in Cat Town Colouring-In

A fun and adventurous colouring sheet!

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12 easy book week costumes

In need of some book week costume ideas? Look no further, these costumes are super simple and kid-approved.

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Goodnight, Glow Worms Colouring-In

Download this super cute colouring sheet.

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The 113th Assistant Librarian activity pack

A free activity pack from the magical world of The 113th Assistant Librarian by Stuart Wilson.

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Xtraordinary People: Unlock your extraordinary dyslexic thinking skills

Print this free activity pack from Xtraordinary People by Kate Griggs.

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Cosy Calm colouring-in

Print this free colouring-in page from Cosy Calm by Cherry Lam.

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Bluey Hip Hip Hooray Activity Pack

Download a free 4-page Bluey activity pack!

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Bluey Birthday Card

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