AustLit

'Mo lives alone and he likes it that way…until Crow comes into his small and tidy life offering friendship. A gorgeous picture book with a powerful message.

'Mo lived alone and he liked it that way.
He had a house to protect him.
And a wall.
Mo trusted his wall.
It kept everything out he wanted kept out.

'A beautiful story about breaking down barriers and discovering the joys of friendship, from the brilliant creative team of Jo Kasch and award-winning illustrator Jonathan Bentley.' (Publication summary)

'No matter who you are, this book celebrates that we can all extend a hand, make amends, share a laugh, solve a problem, heal a hurt, and love one another. There are so many ways to care and to show that . . . we are all KIND.' (Publication summary)

'Donalds a teddy bear with a BAD temper. His only friend is the cat on his head... but will one tantrum too many send Cat running for cover too?!' (Publication summary)

'Windows is an uplifting story of how humanity has pulled together during the Coronavirus pandemic.

'Written from Patrick's own experience of having to leave the family home due to his son's Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Windows shows how five kids from different parts of the world connect and draw strength from their communities from behind the safety of their own windows.

'Heartwarming, hopeful and surprisingly funny, Windows will resonate with families all over the world and become a valuable time capsule of what life was like in 2020.' (Publication summary)

'Cat and Dog have discovered a menagerie of wild animals trapped in their apartment block.
Someone obviously needs to set them free.
What could possibly go wrong?
 
'Join these two lovable and incorrigibly mischievous pets as they set off on the rescue mission of a lifetime.
'They’ll need brains. They’ll need bravery. And they’ll definitely need bananas.' (Publication summary)

'Dear reader, please take time to note
Two ways to read this book I wrote.
The first way is for everyone,
Just read the book, enjoy the fun.

'The second way will challenge those
Who like to look beyond the prose.
Who'd like to ACT just like a 'cat'
(And that's an anagram, in fact).

'Join in the fun with a host of quirky animals, and find out why a bear doesn't want to be bare, a seal goes to a sale, and a dingo is doing a dance.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'There’s a hare in the air, there’s a hound on the ground, and watching them both is shy Mousey Brown … And so begins an enchanting adventure, complete with danger, silliness, bravery and romance. Mouse is tiny but bold, Hound is vast and menacing, Hare doesn’t have a clue and, between them, someone has to come out on top.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'One dog. One cat. One very tidy apartment. What could go wrong?

'Cat is grumpy, fashion-obsessed, and a bit of a snob. Dog is excitable, bold, and bursting with energy. What do they have in common? They both want to see the world! It’s time to come up with a grand escape plan…

'Join these two loveable and incorrigibly mischievous pets as they team up to break out.

'They’ll need brains. They’ll need bravery. And they’ll definitely need costumes.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'A very Australian story of drought and renewal, of family, of imagination and of the power of hope.

Ella lived in the red-dirt country
where the earth was as dry as old bones
and it hadn't rained 
for years
and years
and years.

One night, Ella dreamt of the ocean…'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'A brand-new school year! I can't wait! 

'Hang on ... None of my old friends are in my new class ... '  (Publication summary)

'No matter who you are, where you come from, where you live, what you look like, who you love, whether you are small or tall, whether you walk or run, this book celebrates the richness in our differences and the joy that we are all equal. '  (Publication summary)

'A meditation on fatherhood, and a timeless story that will resonate with fathers across the generations.

'As a day unfolds in a quiet Italian village, a father encapsulates his hopes and dreams for his young child. Wise, moving and inspirational, What My Pa Told Me is the perfect story for fathers to share with their children.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'The first thing Gilbert sees when he hatches from his egg is the sky. It is love at first sight and from that moment on Gilbert longs to fly like other birds. 

'But Penguins don’t fly, they waddle, and so begins Gilbert's quest to find his place in the world. 

'Great things happen when you reach for the sky.' (Publication summary)

'When you search long and hard for a beloved bear, you may be surprised by what turns up. 

'A follow-up to the best-selling 2016 title Where Is Bear?  which has already sold in 14 languages.' (Publication summary)

'When an innocent princess wanders into the forest, she finds herself trapped between a wolf with a ravenous appetite and a sweet little house with a secret. Meanwhile, a desperate fisherman enters into a very bad bargain with a power-hungry monkey. And meanerwhile still, a tiny tricksy tailor promises a promise that not even the most magic of beanstalks can help him escape.

'In this rich and rambunctious tapestry of tales, satirist Shaun Micallef unravels the traditional fairy story and nimbly weaves your favourite characters into new and surprising adventures. Illustrated by award-winning artist Jonathan Bentley, this subversively silly trilogy will captivate parents and children alike – and indignant fairytale authors too. ' (Synopsis)

'No one goes to bed without their faithful bear. But this irresistible story has a surprise in store!' (Publication summary)

'Sometimes we want a thing so much we can’t prevent ourselves from taking it. But when a girl steals her friend’s beautiful yellow kite, she is swamped with turmoil.

'A story about desire, guilt and forgiveness.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'The new picture book from much-loved duo Andrew Daddo and Jonathan Bentley

'What do you want to be when you grow up?

'A performer? An astronaut? A secret agent?

'From the team who brought you FIRST DAY and CHECK ON ME comes a gorgeous and funny new picture book about big dreams and even bigger imaginations!' (Publication summary)

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