Siblings

In this middle grade graphic novel adventure story perfect for fans of Zita the Spacegirl, a family vacation through the cosmos turns into a fight for all humankind.Blake Laser. Daughter. Sister. Genius. Blake and her family are headed for a vacation...

Just because you are older, doesn’t mean you know better. Teddy’s off to catch a fish, but Cub wants to come too. Little cubs always get in the way. But, luckily, they can also surprise you. Funny and stunning by turns, come with Cub and Teddy on an...

Malorie Blackman spins a hilarious tale of shape-shifting and babysitting antics. Mike had no idea that his best friend Alex was a Gris-kwok – someone who can turn into any animal he chooses! But Mike’s naughty little sister Molly is a Gris-kwok too...

It's the car journey from hell … Support severely struggling readers with this hilarious hi-lo family tale. Two siblings drive their mother to distraction on the car journey from hell, while Mum tries every trick in the book to get them to behave. All...

A warm and wise tale about the unique challenges of pre-teen life from a master of the genre. Lucy has lived her entire life in her sister's shadow – Lola is always the centre of attention and constantly in need of new clothes for a party or kit for her...

Roll up! Roll up! The Shortbread Family Circus is in town! Introducing the first tale in The Big Top Mysteries, an exciting new series from Alexander McCall Smith and illustrator Sam Usher. Billy, Fern and Joe Shortbread are the stars of their...

Mia and James are getting married! When a tight budget means no wedding cake, Mia’s sister Holly plans a surprise… When Holly's sister announces her engagement, wedding planning begins in earnest. But a tight budget means missing out on some wedding...

The brilliant new heart-warming story from Luke Scriven, author and illustrator of The Little Fear. All Georgie wants to do is play with his big brother, who ALWAYS comes up with the best games and adventures! But recently, all Georgie hears is the same...

The classic Bible tale of Joseph and his multi-coloured coat, charmingly retold for the very young. When Joseph's father gives him a brightly decorated coat, his brothers are green with envy. But kindly Joseph forgives their jealousy, in this delightful...

Join Ocean and Kingston as they explore the ocean, discover wildlife, and learn fascinating marine facts in Ocean's World, an action and adventure story for kids!Ocean and his little brother, Kingston, explore the beautiful island of Maui in...

The perfect book for families who all need a slow day every now and then ... Let's take today nice and slow, have a break from the go-go-go.We can lounge about and rediscover what we love about each other.From the team that brought us The Love That...

Celebrating families everywhere, in children’s very own words. Exploring the endearing things that children say about their loved ones, with adorable pictures of baby animals, this beautiful hardback treasury brings together six favourite picture books...

The sparklingly funny debut picture book from Juno Dawson, bestselling writer and activist. Sometimes people say to me: ‘What happened to your brother, Bill?’ That’s when I look them in the eye and say: ‘Hun, you need to chill.’ When Bill can’t be found...

Beverly Cleary's Newbery Honor Book depicts an average middle-class family dealing with the realities of life. With the perfect mix of humor and warmth, Ramona Quimby shines as a spirited girl with her heart set on helping.Seven-year-old Ramona world...

The moving, funny, thrilling and adventured-filled new novel for readers of 10 and up from bestselling author Ross Welford. When twelve-year-olds Willa and Manny hear of a mysterious animal prowling their town, they are determined to prove it is real...

The stunning conclusion to the mega fame-busting 11-13 trilogy from the multi-million bestselling author of GEEK GIRL. Party girl actress Mercy Valentine is nobody’s hero and that’s how she wants it. She’s sarcastic, sharp and always defensive – so no...

A delightful Rudie Nudie celebration of the joy of Christmas from award-winning creator Emma Quay. Yoo-hoo, Rudie Nudie. Rudie Nudie, where are you? It is very nearly Christmas Day for Rudie one and two.It's Christmas Eve and two little rudie nudies are...

Four future AFL stars under one roof!? Go back to where it all began with The Selwood Boys ... In the Selwood house, there's madness and mayhem every day -- and footy, of course!Meet the Selwood boys ... There's the twins, Troy and Adam, pulling pranks...

Australian tennis superstar Ash Barty teams up with Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin to bring young readers this fun and exciting new illustrated series about school, sport, friendship and family. Ash can't WAIT for family beach day. All the cousins...

“David Levithan is an icon of queer young adult fiction. Romance, realism, and relationship drama – Levithan's stories are where my love for queer YA was born.” – Alice OsemanFrom the New York Times bestselling author of EVERY DAY, this is a queer love...

Laugh-out-loud funny and a wonderful story about finding your voice. I loved it! – David Walliams ‘Anarchically silly fun!' – GuardianSidesplitting middle grade comedy, with serious heart (and one very funny llama). Illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan, the...

Celebrate an Aussie Christmas with the cool musician mums everyone loves to sing along with ... Every year in December Christmas lights go up 'round here. I wait up late till it's darker to see them in the moonlight. From Byll and Beth Stephen, the...

A sweet, empowering picture book by debut author-illustrator Lorian Tu about two siblings who learn in their own ways how all the different parts of their family make them special.Like the colors of the rainbow and the notes of a song, none of Arturo...

In a tender tale of community and resiliency, two brothers who become refugees find hope in their bond with each other and through their connections with the people they encounter.“We were not alone,” is the refrain of this moving picture book that...

Fancy Nancy is back in this magical new story about little girls’ favourite dolls… and not so favourite little sisters! When Fancy Nancy’s little sister JoJo gives Nancy’s favourite doll a tattoo, Fancy Nancy is livid (that’s fancy for tres angry and...

Four future AFL stars under one roof!? Go back to where it all began with The Selwood Boys ... In the Selwood house, there's madness and mayhem every day -- and footy, of course!Meet the Selwood boys ... There's the twins, Troy and Adam, pulling pranks...

An action-packed illustrated series for ages 8+, from the award-winning authors of Black Cockatoo and My Footy Boots. I'm about 35 metres out from the goal and, running on instinct, I do a snap kick of the ball. I watch as the footy flies through the...

Join a bridesmaid's hilarious journey to the altar in this sharp-witted story of family, friendship and embracing your true self, no matter what you’re forced to wear. Miri is fourteen and in the last year she’s been mugged by puberty. She’s grown six...

In this historical fantasy novel, praised as a “rich, omen-filled journey that powerfully shows love and its limits*” and “propulsive, wise, and heartbreaking,”** Ziva will do anything to save her twin brother Pesah from his illness—even...

From the celebrated author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, Patricia MacLachlan, comes another humorous and poignant early middle grade novel. My Life Begins! explores how life begins for Jacob when his triplet sisters are born, and how siblings get to know...

Sharp and subversive, this delightfully messy YA rom-com offers a sly wink to the classic Little Women, as teenage Jo Porter rebels against living in the shadow of her literary namesake.Lit’s about to hit the fan. Jo Porter has had enough Little...

"Chock-full of spudtacular puns and a feel-good surprise ending, Clanton offers a delightful laugh-on-every-page” BooklistTwo spud siblings face off in a series of epic challenges in the first of a hilariously silly graphic novel series from the...

Baby’s loud. Baby’s messy. Sometimes Baby really smells. Maybe Baby just doesn’t know the rules Good thing it’s big sister time—she can show Baby how to be the best baby ever! Told through the eyes of a big sister, this charming hardcover...

Baby’s loud. Baby’s messy. Sometimes Baby really smells. Maybe Baby just doesn’t know the rules Good thing it’s big brother time—he can show Baby how to be the best baby ever!Told through the eyes of a big brother, this charming hardcover...

Grab your gaming gear and laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series! Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.A new video game has thrown Redhill Middle School into chaos. Will Max get the screen time he...

'[A] cliffhanger ending leave[s] readers wanting more' -- Kirkus on Ice Wolves After the fateful battle between the ice wolves and scorch dragons, Anders and his twin sister, Rayna, have been reunited. But there's no time for celebrating. Anders and...

Introducing The Valentines – Happy Girl Lucky, the first book in the hilarious new romantic-comedy series by Holly Smale, author of the bestselling and critically acclaimed Geek Girl books. Fame – it runs in the family!The Valentine sisters – Hope,...

The fourth unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR’S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.Scarlet and Ivy’s school trip takes a turn for the worse as...

The second unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR’S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.Scarlet and Ivy have been reunited at last. But the danger at...

Fancy Nancy is back in this magical new story about a very exciting sleepover with a very special little sister… Nancy and JoJo are having a sleepover – and it’s JoJo’s first one ever!JoJo’s a little nervous about sleeping away from home, but luckily...

The third unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR’S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.Is someone out for the ultimate revenge at Rookwood School? With...

The first unputdownable mystery in the thrilling and bestselling SCARLET AND IVY series, perfect for fans of MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE, SINCLAIR’S MYSTERIES and THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL.This is the story of how I became my sister… When troublesome...

When the Daniels sisters head out for their annual week's stay at Camp Caracara they anticipate making many more good memories at one of their favorite places in the world. But from the very start, Amber realizes that this year's time at camp is going to...

Four years ago, Millie lost her baby brother Noah before he could be born. She writes a journal to him, exploring her memories and emotions, and thinks about him every day. When she learns her mother is pregnant again, she writes to him about her...

Get ready for mayhem and pigeon poo in the latest instalment in the Game On series, a fast-paced adventure featuring rogue technology, warring siblings, and disasters of CAT-ASTROPHIC proportions. Max’s summer holidays are going decidedly NOT to plan...

Warring brothers Max and Liam find themselves trapped in a time-travel game. Can they survive the dangers and solve the riddles without killing each other?  Gaming-obsessed Max and his infuriating younger brother, Liam, are forced to work together...

Everyday objects will never seem the same again for Max and Liam as they try to beat the game, and each other. Gaming-obsessed Max and his infuriating younger brother, Liam, are forced to work together to survive epic adventures on a miniscule scale...

Mila likes to build things and is designing a cupcake catapult with her little sister, Ivy. However, a problem arises when it seems like Ivy is more intent on destroying things than she is on building them. Frustrated by her sister, Mila decides to...