CHILDRENS BOOKS

The Ruling ClassThe first book in an addictive YA thriller duology that's Scandal meets A Good Girl Guide to Murder from the NUMBER ONE bestselling author of The Inheritance GamesA POWERFUL SISTER.When Tess is sent to stay with her older sister, she has no idea that the famed Ivy Kendrick is the capital's number one "fixer" - for powerful people looking to make a scandal disappear... for a price.A DOUBLE LIFE.No sooner does Tess enrol at the prestigious Hardwicke School than she unwittingly finds herself following in her sister's footsteps - and rapidly becoming Hardwicke's go-to high-school fixer.A PRICE TO PAY.Secrets pile up until the sisters' worlds collide in a conspiracy that reaches from the halls of Hardwicke to the most powerful people in the country. Suddenly, there is much more on the line than just good grades... The odds are stacked against Tess, and the price for this fix might be more than she can pay.

Tales Of Beasts And BugsFour fantastical and funny tales with full colour illustrations, the perfect introduction for younger readers to the world of master storyteller Sir Terry Pratchett.Four fantastical and funny tales of talking beasts and brave bugs!Meet the only ant to ever have left his nest!Find out how to escape a garden with the bravest tortoise!Witness a mass of sheep on the loose!With full-colour illustrations, this book is perfect for introducing young readers to the world of master storyteller Sir Terry Pratchett.

Stories For The Kid Next DoorThe debut middle grade book from one of the funniest voices in Australian comedy.'A genuine page turner, sprinkled with magic from start to finish and full of imagination and giggles. Perfect for busy kids to grab a bite-sized story anytime, anywhere.' - Lisa McCuneDive into a hilariously unpredictable world where every page is packed with laughter, mischief and a touch of the absurd.You're probably wondering what could be SO FUNNY that you should read this book over all the OTHER BOOKS on the shelf.Is it the unicorn, causing chaos in a suburban home?I mean, the story about a backyard MUSEUM OF WEIRD THINGS is pretty good.You could even flick to the back and find out what happens when TWINS take their competitiveness TO THE NEXT LEVEL!These stories and poems will have you in stitches from start to finish. Join a cast of quirky characters on their wild adventures and discover why Emma Holland is the new queen of comedy for kids!

The Spectacular Spencer Gray is an exciting Australian junior fiction with a central theme of fighting local crime.Spencer Gray is just an ordinary kid, but he manages to get into some pretty extraordinary situations. When Spencer stumbles upon a sinister operation in the bush, his life goes into overdrive - midnight rescue missions, super-endangered animals, hair-raising adventures. To survive, Spencer will need to pull off something spectacular.

Song Of A Thousand SeasA lyrical verse novel of homecoming and friendshipby Zana Fraillon, the multi-award-winning authorof The Bone Sparrow and The Way of Dog.All day long we can hearthat Sea howl prowling wildinside our brains and every part of us is strainingto feel it taste it twirl it whirl it swirl itinside our bodyagain.Houdini the octopus lives in an aquarium,but she misses her home in the wild Sea.She doesn't like the visitors who bang on her tank.Or the way she can't feel the sun on her skinor the wind rippling the water.It's a dull existence for a creature with nine brains. Then one day she meets someone who is differentto the other visitors. Juno's busy brain buzzeswith so many questions and thoughtsthat Houdini's skin tingles with wonder.But the singing of the Sea is growing strongerand harder to resist. Can Houdini make Juno understandwhat she needs before it's too late?

Somebody's Land: Welcome To Our CountryA multiple award-winning, accessible picture book for young children that introduces First Nations history and the term 'terra nullius' to a general audience. Written by Australian of the Year, community leader, and anti-racism advocate Adam Goodes, and political adviser and former journalist Ellie Laing, with artwork by Barkindji illustrator David Hardy.

Maisy Hayes Is Not For Sale From the award-winning author of Selfie comes the story of Maisy, whose life is shaped by financial hardship.'A warm, reassuring hug. Allayne Webster is Australia's answer to Judy Blume.' Pip HarryI often sit and dream with all my might but nothing's happened. Yet. Maybe I'm not wishing hard enough. Maybe I'm not very good at believing it. It feels like I spend all my time dreaming, waiting for the life I was supposed to have to appear.Maisy Hayes is doing it tough. There's never enough money, even for the simple things like having a decent breakfast. Her friends have given up inviting her out. And then there's her sister's serious illness, her overwhelmed mum, and her latch-key kid brother. It's a lot. Maisy never hears from her dad - not now that he's got a fancy life in a different city with his new wife and kids. Why would he care?Maisy's angry. She feels ripped off. And she's a first-class expert at hiding it - at making excuses, at covering her shame, pretending it doesn't exist. But pretending will only get you so far...When Maisy's dad insists she go and stay with him and then lavishes her with spending money and extravagant gifts, it's everything she always wanted. So why doesn't it feel right?Maisy is forced to question what she really wants - and she must find the power within herself to make it happen.Maisy Hayes Is Not For Sale is a heartfelt coming-of-age story about hardship, coping with anger and frustration, and being true to yourself.PRAISE-'Unputdownable. Pulls no punches in shining a light on poverty and one girl dreaming of a different life.' Rebecca Sparrow

Lego Minifigure: A Visual History Updated And ExpandedA fully updated guide to the best and most popular LEGO minifigures from 1978 to 2025, for LEGO fans of all ages, featuring an exclusive LEGO minifigure. Celebrate the epic journey of the LEGO minifigure with this fully updated and expanded edition. The first minifigure was created in 1978, and today the entire minifigure population could circle the globe more than five times!Starring more than 2,500 of the most popular and rarest minifigures from the collectible LEGO Minifigure series and themes including LEGO City, LEGO NINJAGO, LEGO Star Wars, LEGO Harry Potter, LEGO Minecraft, LEGO Animal Crossing, and many more. From astronauts and ghosts to Super Heroes and video game characters, feast your eyes on the most awesome minifigures of every decade!2024 The LEGO Group.

Lessons In Power is the second book in an addictive YA thriller duology by the bestselling author of The Inheritance Games. For Tess Kendrick, a junior at the elite Hardwicke School, fixing comes naturally as it runs in the family. But she also has a legacy involving power and political dynasties. When asked to run a classmate's campaign for student council, Tess agrees, unaware that even a class election at Hardwicke can uncover life-altering secrets. As a terrorist attack shakes the capital, Tess's guardian takes on a challenging case, testing who can be trusted in Washington's power-driven world. Power is currency, and Tess is about to learn firsthand that power always comes at a price.

Hairy Maclary'S First 100 WordsLift the flaps and explore 100 first words with Hairy Maclary and his rascally gang in this bumper-sized board book!Take a walk with Hairy Maclary, and sniff out 100 first words along the way in this chunky lift-the-flap board book!'A child's best introduction to books' - The TimesJoin the rascally dog and his friends as they go on adventures around the house and off up the street, to the park, to the zoo, and chase cats, play games and more - and discover 100 key first words along the way.Perfect for tots just learning to talk as well as for preschoolers getting ready to read, little ones will love exploring the colourful scenes and lifting lots of flaps on every page as they learn and play with Hairy Maclary.Enchanting children since 1983, Lynley Dodd's Hairy Maclary and Friends is a top preschool brand all around the world, due to the quality of its language, its delightful characters and its humour.Read all the Hairy Maclary and Friends books by Lynley Dodd!

The Complete Book Of The Flower FairiesThe complete collection of Cicely Mary Barker's Flower Fairy poems and illustrations with a stunning new cover.This stunning reissue of Cicely Mary Barker's collection, The Complete Book of the Flower Fairies, includes the timeless poems and beautiful illustrations from the classic books. With a brand-new enchanting look, this is the perfect gift for Flower Fairies fans of all ages. Since the publication of Cicely Mary Barker's first book in 1923, the Flower Fairies have been ethereal companions to generations of readers around the world. Her charming poetry and delicate illustrations have sparked the imaginations of children for over ninety years and continue to inspire a life-long love for fairies and all things magical.

ChildishMe and Dot believe it's just a word for being a child.And trying to solve a big problem with nothing but a strong friendship, the best dumplings in the world, and a ton of plasticine.Just like we're doing now.'Childish... is another fantastic book that is sure to become a classic and win awards.' - Sue Warren'This is a heartwarming and humorous novel.' - Good Reading

Ceremony: Welcome To Our Country A joyful celebration of family and culture, the Welcome to Our Country series introduces First Nations history to children. From Australian of the Year Adam Goodes, co-writer Ellie Laing, and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy.