Kids, Teens & YA

Age range 3 to 6Captain Snarkle Tooth is a grouchy pirate who likes to spy and steal treasure. Treasure that no one else can see!Can Billy solve the mystery and learn to spy the sparkly treasure too? And is the villainous pirate as greedy as people...

Age range 8 to 11Featuring a foreword by chartered psychologist, author and yoga teacher, Suzy Reading.If you can be anything - BE KIND! A helpful guide to keep those caring and sharing vibes going strong.Dip into A Pocketful of Kindness for a motivating...

Age range 8 to 11'What if I don't want to go back to a life of storms and soggy seas biscuits?' said Captain Blunderfuss. 'What if I'd rather stay here and search for treasure instead?'When a pair of unruly fictional pirates escape out of their book into...

Age range 8 to 11Featuring a foreword by actor, nutritionist, podcaster and bestselling author Lola Berry.Don't worry and stay calm! A handy guide to help you relax and feel good when everything gets too much. Dip into A Pocketful of Calm for a...

Age range 3 to 6One Tuesday morning Pal is teaching Piku how to sing when the Beast suddenly shows up. Fear quickly spreads through the colony and the dads do everything they can to protect their little ones.Will they be able to keep them safe?About the...

Age range 3 to 6The fourth book of the series is an enchanting tale about a boy and the endangered mountain gorilla. When Kito stumbles upon a mountain gorilla in the forest, he has no idea what the gorilla is capable of. This magical encounter will...

Age range 3 to 6 Bear is having a bad day. Nothing is going right, and he wishes he was somewhere else ... a long way from home.What will it take for Bear to feel better?An uplifting tale about a bear discovering what truly matters at the end of the day.

Age range 0 to 6BOING! BOING We BOUNCE so high,We're JUMPING for the stars!If we don't stop soon,We'll land on planet Mars!In Vogue Williams' enchanting first children's picture book, we meet lots of littleones who like to be super active all day long...

Age range: 0 to 3TATTY MOUSE is the ULTIMATE RECYCLER. She doesn't like to see anything go to waste and thinks of inventive ways of reusing what others throw away. With her super-cool tool kit and craft box, find out how Tatty Mouse becomes a...

Age range 3 to 6The third book of the series is an uplifting story about a girl and the endangered blue whale. When Paula discovers a baby blue whale caught in a fishing net, she realises there is only one thing to do. This magical encounter will forever...

Age range 3 to 6When Lionel arrives, Maverick is unimpressed.Is there enough love to go round for the two of them?A delightful book that celebrates inclusion and friendship.

Age range 3 to 6Frankie is a fox with plenty of style...Fabulous in a rainbow cape, amazing in pirate boots and ready to take on the world in a gold crown! Not everyone likes what Frankie wears... The more Frankie tries to change, the more unhappy...

Age range 0-3TATTY MOUSE is the ULTIMATE RECYCLER. She doesn't like to see anything go to waste and thinks of inventive ways of reusing what others throw away.With her super-cool tool kit and craft box, find out how Tatty Mouse becomes a ROCK...

Age range 3 to 6Goliath gets angry ALL the time. Anything and anyone can spark off his rages.Some sweet singing...a croc crunching...a birthday party...Then, Goliath has an idea how to control his anger. His new theory is soon put to the test by the...

Age range 8+Whatever happens, no matter what, DO NOT step into Asco Express because you might just end up leaving with more than you bargained for...When eleven-year-old Wesley stops by at a mysterious local shop to buy a drink, he does not realise the...

Age range 3 to 6An enchanting book expressing all the hopes and wishes parents have for their children. Celebrating kindness, resilience and empathy, this book is the perfect collection of dreams for the future.Teachers notes available here

Age range 3 to 6Elliot is a GREAT BIG SOFTIE. But to fit in with the other monsters he decides to perform some MONSTROUS deeds. After scaring a little girl on her bike, he must decide whether to continue being MONSTROUS or follow his heart.Teachers notes...

Age range 3 to 6Once upon a time there was a knight called Sir Bragalot who liked to brag and boast all day long...One day, the Queen sends him on a dangerous quest. But, can Sir Bragalot save the kingdom, or will he just live up to his name?

Age range 0 to 5Celebrate the twelve days of Christmas with these fun and delightful little festive frogs.

Age range 0 to 3Treat yourself to this colourful Christmas story, as the adorable dinosaurs come together to celebrate. With festive fun and kindness, Christmas love is all around.

Age range: 3 to 6Ash loves listening to her grandpa's stories. When he tells her about some magic leaves, mysterious animals start to appear!A charming tale of family love, traditions and teatime friends.Teachers' notes available here

Age range 0 to 3While a child searches for a place to call home she is befriended by a seal. This lyrical tale is one of hope and friendship. Illustrator Anna Pignataro has captured the drama of the sea and sky creating the perfect backdrop to Robert...

Age range 0 to 3Charlie's dad is tall, round and soft. Sometimes he growls. Could he be a bear? Luckily for Charlie there's one thing bears do best.

Age range 3 to 6One lone swallow flies out into the night to find her mate, leaving her nestlings behind.Will she find him and return home safely?This stunning and evocative book takes you on a bird's eye view journey through the streets of...

*A CBCA 2020 Notable Book of the Year: Early Childhood*Age range 3 to 6Lola loves to dance. She flounces and bounces all day long, practising for the Black and White Ball. But she is a brown Jersey cow, not a black-and-white cow. Can she disguise herself...

*A CBCA 2020 Notable Book of the Year: Early Childhood*Age range 3 to 6A lonely echidna searches for his voice. Every time Puggle tires to make sound nothing comes out. Can Puggle find his voice and join his friends in the bush choir?Teachers'...

Age range 6 to 9Zinnia's class is organising a super fun sleepover in the school's library while their parents are having a spy-themed party in the school hall. They even order a fabulous Zinnia Jakes cake. Everything is going according to plan until the...

Age range 3 to 6Eric loves spending summers with his grandad. This summer is even more special because grandad gives Eric a very important job on his old fishing boat. Chief Seagull Shoo-er! But when Eric and grandad rescue Beaky, a baby seagull, Eric...

*Shortlisted for the 2022 CBCA Book Awards: Early childhood*Age range 3 to 6It begins with a tiny seed growing inside a suitcase. With Amira's care, the tiny seed starts to sprout. Find out what happens when kindness flourishes . . ...

Age range 3 to 6Suzy's family has moved house and everyone is just TOO BUSY to play with her. Eager for someone to play with, Suzy puts up a 'Friend Wanted' advert.When Bear shows up he seems perfect for the job...Until he...

Age range 3 to 6Lucy sails across the sea, fixing and mending her small rickety raft, hoping to reach Far Away Island. But when a gigantic wave sweeps all the other children away, except Lucy, The Little Pirate Queen is determined to rescue everyone no...

Age range 9+Feisty detective editor, Scoop McLaren, is back and this time the mystery has her sailing into uncharted waters!When Fletcher, Scoop's childhood friend enters the Higgity Harbour top surfing competition, strange things start...

Age range 3 to 6Dandy and Dazza were different in so many ways. Dandy was a best in show sort of hound. Dazza was a rough and tumble sort of mongrel. Can these very different dogs ever be good friends?Teachers' notes available here

Age range 3 to 6Get lost in a mesmerising bushland performance. This dramatic ballet is sure to be met with thunderous applause.Teachers' notes available here

Age range 3+In the first book in the series, it is love that can change the world. Dominic takes Pedro the parrot under his wing, nursing him back to health, before releasing him back into the wild.Pedro the Puerto Rican Parrot is the first book in the...

While out looking for the perfect Christmas tree, Matilda stumbles upon Santa in need of some assistance. But can a mouse save Christmas?

'If Captain James Cook discovered Australia - if John Macarthur planted the first seeds of its extraordinary prosperity - if Ludwig Leichhardt penetrated and explored its before unknown interior - Caroline Chisholm has done...

Silver is a struggling sorcerer. After failing his Eggs test, Silver is sent to work as a magician at the circus. Will Silver be able to prove he is a real sorcerer like Merlin?

Between the Pages is the story of two brave boys, Billy and Jack, and their exciting adventures in the rainforest. It celebrates the pleasures of reading, especially reading in bed.

Lucy has been training her pet ferret Flash for the annual Fastest Fearless Ferret Race. But as the competition approaches, Flash is nowhere to be found. Did he run away? Or was Flash ferret-napped?

Eddie Pipper loves his penguin. He is not a real penguin. He is not allowed one of those. Eddie has to make do with his special paper-maiche penguin. But what do the other kids think of his penguin when he brings him to school for show and tell?

A magical tale about a brave little owl in an enchanted wood.

On August 20, a group of young explorers were charged with a dangerous mission. They were to travel across wild country to deliver a valuable parcel. The journey would be punishing. It would test the resolve of the brave young explorers. Most of all, it...

Age range 3+ This quirky yet charming picture book takes a very positive spin on being different.One of the difficulties of growing up is not fitting in or feeling different. This book lovingly addresses these issues in a bright and positive way,...