Relationship stories Books

Welcome to Puppy Club! Join Jaya, Willow, Daniel, Elsa, Arlo and Harper as they all navigate the ups and downs of life with a brand-new puppy! Harper adores her puppy Minnie, but the pup hates being home alone and it’s stressing out the whole family...

The beloved characters from the best-selling School of Monsters series are back in this brand-new, super-size look-and-find exploration of what monsters do all day! Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and most accessible...

Astrid likes being different. Who cares if most of her classmates think she’s a bit odd? She’s happy being exactly who she is. When new boy Teddy joins the school, Astrid discovers that they have loads in common - he loves reading the same fantasy books...

Jack and his friends love to make cubbies, build Lego castles and play soccer. Wherever there's fun to be had, Jack will be there!    From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book...

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Beach holiday!Join Billie B Brown in five favourite school holiday stories! Billie's School Holiday Stack contains: The Midnight Feast  The Perfect Present The Secret Message The Spotty...

Angela wakes up full of hope - she is expecting a visitor. She prepares her hair, puts on perfume and bakes her speciality - shortbread cookies. She waits, impatiently at times, and finally the little girl arrives. Her anxiety dissipates and she is at...

Bake Babushka is a wonderful and vibrant book about two dolls that are very much in love. Calamity ensues when Ivan is sent out by his wife to find cherries for his own birthday cake. A wonderful and lively picture book filled with humour, good fun and...

This illustrated children's picture book is a play on the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale 'The Princess and the Pea'. The story centres on Princess Antoinette's quest to marry. Her journey for romance starts in the centre of France where she meets...

Grace and her mother have moved from Broome to a real-life Victorian castle, steeped in literary history. Intrepid Grace has discovered that she can slip back in time, but what she finds there is danger. She has to help locate two sisters who have been...

A mermaid and a pirate build a friendship through kindness, empathy, and shared adventure in this heartwarming picture book by New York Times bestselling author Tracey Baptiste, with bright, bold illustrations by Leisl Adams.   Glub glub… ...

It’s never too early to teach children about the necessity of boundaries and the power of consent. Developed by therapist Christine Babinec after years of working with survivors of abuse, Want a Hug? is a book about communication, understanding,...

A celebration of everyday, little acts of love with heartfelt illustrations from the talented Jane Massey. Love is in the little things. A kiss, a smile, a cup of tea. Just me and you sitting quietly. A song, a hug, a helping hand that lifts us up...

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Ball! Join soccer star Billie B Brown in her favourite soccer stories, with a bonus Hey Jack! football story! This collectible hardback contains: The Soccer Star The Grumpy Neighbour The...

While Thomas and Kana are out playing in the rain, they spot a large, colourful rainbow! The friends head off to discover the treasure at the end of the rainbow, but what will they find?Join Thomas and his friends for an All Engines Go adventure!

Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers!Grab this book and take a peek at all the monsters you will meet! Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and...

From the creatorsof the New York Times–bestselling Ivy + Beancomes a fun and funny new series about two small sisters with very big imaginations. Generations of readers have fallen in love with Ivy + Bean, which has sold over 8 million copies and been...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Peggy races to help others!Peggy's legs help her to read and climb and jump and run with speed!When chaos breaks out during the school play, can Peggy – and her guide pet – save the...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Skelly learns how to try new things ... safely!Skelly’s scared to ride too fast.But when he does, he has a blast! Skelly's used to riding his scooter at his own pace. When he tries a...

A bright and sparkling new collection of Phoebe and Her Unicorn comics.In this exciting new collection of Phoebe and Her Unicorn comics, 10-year-old Phoebe Howell and her magical unicorn best friend, Marigold, enjoy a series of...

He's chronically grumpy, but completely lovable. Meet Wolf: the anti-social anti-hero the world's been waiting for. Wolf is not a people person. Or an animal person. But he is a jelly bean person. And today, the only way to get them is by winning the...

He's chronically grumpy, but completely lovable. Meet Wolf: the anti-social anti-hero the world's been waiting for. How many friends does Wolf have? NONE. And that's just the way he likes it. But despite Wolf's best efforts to avoid people, they keep...

Now a hit animated series on Nickelodeon and Paramount+, Big Nate delights middle grade readers with stories of mischief and misadventure in these full-color comics featuring sixth grader Nate Wright and friends at P.S. 38...

The Gamer Girls love playing their newest racing video game, Fast Pursuit Horizon, together. But what happens when Lucy's cousin comes to visit and throws every thing out of control? This is the third book in the illustrated Gamer Girls...

From award-winning verse novelist Shari Green comes an unforgettable story of friendship, first love, and an impossible choice between integrity and duty, family and friends, all while fighting for a dream. Song of Freedom, Song of Dreams is a historical...

Four preteens receive mysterious enamel pins that grant them superpowers. Together, they must put aside their differences and embark on an epic journey to find the mysterious pinmaker, discover the truth behind the new theme park, and of course, trade...

Oz, Ellie and Sanjay Little are the Little Legends – and star footy players for the Fresca Bay Falcons! Join them on a series of hilarious and action-packed adventures that celebrate the great game of Australian Rules football.The Big Book of...

In the thrilling second adventure of this hilarious middle-grade series, Batthew Aromascent's own fragrance house has been burgled – and it's up to him and his best friend Lavender to track down the thief!Candlenut’s famous fragrance houses have fallen...

Now a hit animated series on Nickelodeon and Paramount+, Big Nate delights middle grade readers with stories of mischief and misadventure in these full-color comics featuring sixth grader Nate Wright and friends at P.S. 38.Big Nate is a legend...

Matt Sprouts is back for another hilarious adventure! It’s been a few months since Matt defeated “the Curse,” and if you thought that was bad, get ready to meet Matt’s latest challenge—Nora the goat. Have you ever babysat a goat before? Trust us, you do...

In the eighth fabulous picture book in Megan Hess's best-selling series, Claris's friends help her move into an iconic new atelier in Paris!When Claris's friends ask her to create some chic new fashion looks for them, she's only too happy to...

In her second story from this hilarious graphic novel series about twiggy best friends, Noodle decides to decorate the Big Tree!Noodle is an ARTY twig, and today, she's decorating the Big Tree. But her friends joined in – and now the Big Tree is a...

From the creators of the Real Pigeons series comes the next hilarious graphic novel starring Red Twig, who just might be magic!Red is THRILLED when he discovers that he can do magic! He's finally found something special he can do by himself. But is he...

Jack and his friends love birthday parties, camping holidays and building hide-outs. If there's an adventure to be had, Jack will be there!   From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first...

Looking for Alibrandi meets Arrested Development in this YA screwball comedy about a student exchange gone hilariously, criminally wrong. ★ WINNER of the Ampersand Prize! ★Maria Petranelli will do anything to get away from her overbearing...

It's time to dress up with Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris!  This full colour press-out paper doll book includes: two Claris paper dolls 24 pages of colour outfits and accessories 12 pages of black + white pages outfits to be coloured in ...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Zorro learns how to listen to his tummy! Zorro loves food, but his snacks make a stink. What else could he eat? Let’s have a think! Zorro is a zombie who loves to snack in class,...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Milly learns that speaking up will save the day! When Milly’s left out of the monsters’ big day, they all work together to find a new way! When Milly's school hosts a party for Mother's...

Tootie the turtle and Teeny the bird leave Turtletown to visit the beach in this adorable graphic novel for early readers that's all about friendship. Tootie and Teeny are going on a trip to the beach! It's going to be a Birtle BFF Beach Bonanza. But...

George and his sister Lotta have found a new slug friend named Speedy. They can’t wait to introduce him to the family, but Speedy has other plans. He escapes! The whole family helps to bring their lost critter home. But is George and Lotta’s jar really...

Robot has lost his arm and sets out with his friend to find it. Together they explore the world around them and propose all sorts of possible replacements. But which one is right? Where is robot’s arm?

What happens when an imaginary friend is outgrown, or worse, forgotten by the very person who made him real? That’s what Tish is bound to discover. You see, it all starts with Charles Dimple who sets out to create his perfect friend. Naturally, he needs...

Tiger and Cat are the best of friends. So, when Tiger has to go away to Tiger camp to earn his stripes, not for a few hours, but for weeks, months, years maybe... Cat is left with an empty house and a lonely heart. As it turns out Tiger isn’t very good...

Wouldn’t it be fun to have a friend living right next door to you? Well, as Norton discovers, it can certainly pose some challenges when that friend wants to borrow all of your favourite things. This is a story about setting limits and learning to accept...

Go Girl is back! Celebrating 20 years in 2024, these timeless stories return in all their 2000s glory!    Ivy has been looking forward to this all holidays – four whole days of playing her saxophone and making new friends!After hitting a few...

A dazzling, fairy-filled adventure – with letters, flaps and a sprinkle of magic!It’s Zizzi Moonbeam’s first day as a party planner at Fairy HQ and she’s fizzing with excitement! Watch her whizz to the rescue to ensure every party runs smoothly... Rain...

Elsie has a crush on Ada, the only person in the world who truly understands her. Unfortunately, they’ve never met in real life and Ada lives an ocean away. But Elsie has decided it’s now or never to tell Ada how she feels. That is, until her long-lost...

There are lots of feelings in the Hundred Acre Wood! Some days Pooh feels happy, but his friends feel scared or sad. Let's talk about emotions with Winnie-the-Pooh. 

Claris the mouse knows that it's normal to have big feelings! After all, compassion is always in style.  Explore different feelings and emotions with the chicest mouse in Paris. Inspired by the best-selling Claris collection by acclaimed...