Runt
Runt by Craig Silvey, illustrated by Sara Acton and published by Allen & Unwin, recommended for readers 8-12, is a fast paced, witty, highly memorable, engaging and ruminative read that I shared with my daughter. Craig Silvey includes many meaty themes such as family selflessly coming together to overcome obstacles, true friendship, grit and resilience […]
Wild Bush Days
Title: Wild Bush Days Author: Penny Harrison Illustrator: Virginia Gray Publisher: MidnightSun Publishing Publication date: August 2022 Wild Bush Days by Penny Harrison and illustrated by Virginia Gray is a picture book about the power of story, imagination and possibilities and how these drive two young girls to set out on a quest to explore […]
Our Country : Ancient Wonders
Our Country : Ancient wonders by Mark Greenwood and illustrated by Frané Lessac is a stunning picture book that inspires readers to immerse themselves in the world of a diverse group of curious explorers who travel around Australia to all states and territories and experience the remarkable ancient wonders. This book is the first in […]
Aussie Big Achiever Series of Books
The Aussie Big Achiever series containing three books written by Richard Simpkin, illustrated by Debra O’Halloran and published by Boolarong Press give readers a highly engaging insight into the lives of three iconic Australians, Ash Barty, Cathy Freeman and Steve Irwin, who all had and achieved big dreams. These books begin with a dedication that […]
Advance Australia Fair
EDIT TO ADD (Tony has generously shared some additional information about the steps he undertook for this book as he was acutely aware of the controversial nature of this book): Tony Flowers intention has always been to create a celebratory book about a country, not a tribute to a particular day, or despite the text, […]
Ella and the Ocean
Ella and the Ocean by Lian Tanner and illustrated by Jonathan Bentley is a moving story about the power of the imagination, believing and sharing dreams. This is also a story that sensitively explores the human impact of isolation and living in the harsh outback during drought. The front cover sets the scene as the […]
Where Ya Goin’?
Grab some marshmallows, buckle up and get ready to go on a rollicking, rhyming adventure through the Australian outback and beaches via the pages of Where Ya Goin’? This picture book is written by Steve Heron, illustrated by Matty Mitchell and published by Wild Eyed Press. You’re in great company with a cast of Australian […]