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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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Chico The Schnauzer

From Australian of the Year and founder of the Body Image Movement, Taryn Brumfitt, comes the delightful story of Chico the Schnauzer, a dog who learns to embrace all the wonderful things his unique body can do!

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Voice of the Sea

From Australia's beloved icon, singer-songwriter, JOHN WILLIAMSON, who brought us the bestselling Old Man Emu and Christmas in Australia, comes a new national anthem of the sea, now a powerful picture book.

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Bedtime Stories with R.A. Spratt

Bedtime has never been so bonkers! The ultimate collection of short stories from the irrepressibly funny author of Friday Barnes.

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The Daring Tale of Gloria the Great

A rollicking picture book from bestselling children’s author Jacqueline Harvey

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The Littlest Penguin

Winner of the 2024 Environment Award for Children's Literature. The adorable little penguins come waddling and tumbling out of the water and up the hill, back to their burrows on the island . . . But that’s just the end of an even more amazing story. Where have they been? What adventures did they have? Come on an incredible journey with Little Penguin, Scruffy, Cheeky and Big Chick as they go out to sea for the very first time.

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Dorothy

A captivating and lyrical own-voices picture book exploring homecoming, belonging and identity, with exquisite illustrations capturing the essence of a journey of self-acceptance.

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We Are Matildas

From Shelley Ware and Serena Geddes comes an energetic picture book celebrating football and the team spirit of the CommBank Matildas, which will have you cheering from the sidelines. 'Cracking keepsake of an historic time for young fans.' The Australian Women's Weekly

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An A to Z of Dreaming Differently

Beautifully illustrated by award-winning Lucia Masciullo, this bold and affirming picture book shouts from the rooftops that you should be you.

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