AustLit

'From turning off the lights to eating less meat, from respecting others’ space to sharing toys, there are so many ways to be excellent citizens of the world. It’s not just cool to be kind – it’s fun, too!

'A glorious treasury that gathers four of Sophie Beer’s feel-good books together in one deluxe collection: Love Makes a Family, Kindness Makes Us Strong, Change Starts with Us and How to Say Hello.' (Publication summary)

'A fun and fantastical alphabet book celebrating the unique animals and places of Queensland.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Do you like magic? Well, you’ve come to the wrong place because there’s definitely NO magic in this book. Or is there?

'In this vibrant interactive story, readers are told by the insistent Bookkeeper that there’s no magic to be found in its pages, but eagle-eyed readers can discover enchanted surprises on every spread. Perfect for fans of interactive classics like Do Not Open this Book, The Book with No Pictures and Press Here, this story encourages young readers to look for magic in even the most ordinary places.'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

'Izzy and Frank spend blue-sky-sunny days and grey-cloud-rainy days roaming and playing by the sea.

'But when Izzy has to leave her lighthouse and island life behind to move to the city, she also has to say goodbye to Frank.

'The city is crowded and noisy, and Izzy misses the sand and the sea.

'Can Izzy find a place for herself in her new home? And will she ever see Frank again?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Whether we share a toy or include someone in a game, all acts of kindness – no matter how big or small – make the world a better place.

'Kindness is doing what you can, where you are, with what you have, and in Kindness Makes Us Strong, Sophie Beer introduces us to a bunch of cute kids doing just that.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Arthur's circus is full of daring performers.

'The Acrobat can soar like an eagle. The Strongman can lift a car with one finger. The Jugglers can breathe fire like dragons. But Arthur has never been brave enough to learn any daring circus tricks.

'So what will Arthur do when a terrifying tiger joins the circus?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Whether you have two mums, two dads, one parent, or one of each, there's one thing that makes a family a family... and that's love.

'A book for EVERY family by dazzling illustrator Sophie Beer. ' (Publication summary)

'A is for Afghan Hound, B is for Border Collie and C is for Corgi! 

'Explore the alphabet and find your favourite dog breed in this vibrant and refreshing board book from dazzling illustrator Sophie Beer.'  (Publication summary)

'Sometimes we find what we’re looking for in the most unexpected places.

'Wren just wants a bit of peace and quiet. What he gets is the noisiest baby sister you could ever imagine! But when Wren runs away to the country, he discovers that maybe peace and quiet isn’t all he needs . . .

'With bright, modern illustrations and a powerfully simple story, any child (and any parent!) who’s ever had to deal with a noisy sibling will love Wren. This debut from the new team of Katrina Lehman and Sophie Beer is sure to delight. '  (Publication summary)

'A bright and colourful look at twelve incredible Australian women who helped shape our country, from politics and the arts to Indigenous culture, science and more.

'Meet twelve amazing Australian women who have changed the world, in small ways and large.

'Some of them are world famous, like Annette Kellerman and Nellie Melba.

'Some of them are famous in Australia, like Mary Reibey and Edith Cowan.

'All of them deserve to be famous and admired.

'These women are the warriors who paved the way for the artists, business owners, scientists, singers, politicians, actors, sports champions, adventurers, activists and innovators of Australia today.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.