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Boys Do Cry

A warm and humorous picture book from TV and radio personality GUS WORLAND about being okay to share your feelings.

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My Big Secret

A fun, funny story about love and acceptance, no matter what team your heart belongs to!

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Aslan and Benny

Aslan is fearless! But when his cousins get a new dog, he doesn't feel so brave. A warm and relatable picture book for anyone who’s ever felt stuck by their worries and needed help to do what matters most to them. With vivid and bright illustrations by First Nations artist Jade Goodwin, the acclaimed illustrator of Ash Barty’s Little Ash series and picture book, My Dream for You.

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Dragon Folding

From the author of the stunning Bear and Rat comes a powerful, heartfelt gem about the strength of community and the magic that can come from the innocence of a child.

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The 113th Assistant Librarian

If you liked The Grandest Bookshop in the World or The Book of Wondrous Possibilities, you’ll love this fantasy adventure story where books have power, cats are more than they seem, and the library is the most dangerous place in the city . . .

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MOOKi 1: MOOKi vs The Big Scary

Adventure has a new name and it is MOOKi! A fun and fearless new character children will love.

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Why I Love Christmas

Do you know what the best time of the year is? I do. It’s easy. CHRISTMAS! I love it so much. And here’s why.

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Diary of a Wimpy Kid

The first book in the phenomenally successful series Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney.

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The Space Between

By the CBCA-award winning creator of Fly. The Space Between is a celebration of those special friendships that last, no matter what.

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Yarn Quest Series

A breathtaking fantasy-adventure trilogy. Do you dare step into the Realm? A magical journey awaits . . .

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Mackenzie Arnold series

Meet Matildas star goalkeeper Mackenzie Arnold as a kid and follow her football and friendship adventures.

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Taronga Presents Series

The ultimate animal adventure series! From Taronga’s two Zoos comes a wild junior fiction series, purrfect for animal lovers aged 7 and up! Join best friends Sophia and Ollie as they experience a day in their DREAM JOB and get up-close and personal with all your favourite zoo animals, big and small.

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Now for the Good News

From Australia’s most respected environmental advocate, Planet Ark, Now for the Good News reveals story after story of world-saving actions to inspire and inform YOU to keep the good news coming.

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The Kindness Project

A heartwarming verse novel from beloved Australian children’s author Deborah Abela.

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Listen, Hippo!

A wise and beautiful picture book that explores with gentle warmth and humour the nature of feelings and the importance of being heard.

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Circles of Life

An astounding work of significance for sharing with kids and adults about Indigenous art from super star Kamilaroi author Gregg Dreise.

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Kevin the Sheep

A laugh-out-loud picture book perfect for children who love Pig the Pug and Macca the Alpaca.

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