Owl and Star
Reviewed onOwl and Star is a gentle story told in the style of a traditional tale – perfect for sharing with little stars at bedtime. Owl likes to sit on his …
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Looking for Lily
Reviewed onThis is an enchanting adventure that follows four sprites with attitude and heart. With its fast-paced plot, memorable characters and engaging illustrations, Looking for Lily is perfect for young readers …
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Noonag Boodja Waangkan
Reviewed onKaya! (Hello!) This is a book of first words in Noongar, the language of the Aboriginal people of the South West of Western Australia. Words are displayed in Noongar and …
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Wednesday Weeks and the Dungeon of Fire
Reviewed onThe third and final novel in the Wednesday Weeks series is as vibrant, clever and all-round delightful as its predecessors, blending adventure, science and fantasy. Tyrannical goblin king Gorgomoth the …
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Ella and the Useless Day
Reviewed onThis charming adventure follows Ella and Dad’s clean-up day as they hop and skip through the pages, sifting through household rubbish together. But before their forgotten junk can make it …
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The Deadly Daylight
Reviewed onTwelve-year-old Alice England is a little unusual. She works in her father’s funeral home and often gets messages from the dead through possessions that were special to people. Though she …
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Ninni Yabini
Reviewed onLike a warm doona on a cold night, everything about this book oozes comfort and reassurance. Little ones aged 2-5 will love hearing about the day baby swan Ninni Yabini …
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Aussie STEM Stars: Ajay Rane
Reviewed onThis is an inspiring true story about the difference one idea, one person and one community can make. Compelling, transporting and full of hope, Ajay Rane: Global Crusader for Women’s …
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The Vexatious Haunting of Lily Griffin
Reviewed onLily Griffin is an imaginative child with a vivid turn of phrase and a very annoying brother. When she is sent to stay with her grandfather in his rambling country …
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Big Brown Bear
Reviewed onYou don’t have to know that the author of this book is just 10 years old to be enchanted by its story. Brown Bear loves playing hide-and-seek with his friends …
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