The Ickabog (HB) by JK Rowling

$45.00 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

A mythical monster, a kingdom in peril, an adventure that will test two children’s bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds, from one of the world’s best storytellers. The kingdom of Cornucopia was on ce the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gold, a king with the finest moustaches you could possibly imagine, and butchers, bakers and cheesemongers whose exquisite foods made a person dance with delight when they ate them. Everything was perfect – except for the misty Marshlands to the north which, according to legend, were home to the monstrous Ickabog. Anyone sensible knew that the Ickabog was just a myth, to scare children into behaving. But the funny thing about myths is that sometimes they take on a life of their own. Could a myth unseat a beloved king? Could a myth bring a once happy country to its knees? Could a myth thrust two children into an adventure they didn’t ask for and never expected? If you’re feeling brave, step into the pages of this book to find out… A beautiful hardback edition, perfect for sharing and gift-giving. Brought to life with full-colour illustrations by the young winners of The Ickabog competition.   ...Show more

Welcome Baby to This World by Jess Racklyeft

$19.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Tides will rise and moons will fall,I’ll be beside you through it all.  Filled with love, hope and possibility, here is the perfect gift for new babies everywhere. A delightful story to share and treasure from one of Australia’s brightest picture-book stars.  

Mica and the Star Sailor by Bertie Blackman (Illustrator)

$29.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Windows (HB) by Patrick Guest

$24.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

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 dr aw 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.   ...Show more

Peter and the Tree Children by Peter Wohlleben

$24.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Meet Piet the squirrel and his new friend, Peter the forester. Piet feels all alone in the forest. Luckily, Peter has the perfect plan to cheer him up- a search for baby trees, or tree children. You can't be lonely in a forest full of friends! As they hike through the woods they meet all sorts of creatu res, from tiny caterpillars to majestic hawks, and Peter shares amazing facts about trees- how they communicate and care for one another, and the struggles they endure. Soon, the little squirrel is feeling much better - especially when he realises he's helped the tree children grow. This environmentally conscious picture book, written by the acclaimed author and forester Peter Wohlleben, brings the splendour of The Hidden Life of Trees to young readers everywhere. ...Show more

The Wanderer by Peter van den Ende

$29.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

The stunning wordless story of a brave little boat's voyage. A little boat sets out to sea and begins its voyage toward home. To get there it must travel across many strange, beautiful oceanscapes, full of fantastic creatures and deadly monsters, swept by terrifying storms and sailed by mysterious ship s. Can the Wanderer pick a path through all these perils to a safe harbour? This beautifully illustrated, wordless picture book is a gateway into a captivating marine fantasy world. ...Show more

Dog by Shaun Tan

$19.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

A beautifully poetic and gorgeously illustrated reflection on the relationship between dogs and humans. Dog is a stand-alone picture book of one of the most-loved stories from the bestselling and internationally acclaimed Tales from the Inner City by Shaun Tan, winner of the 2020 Kate Greenaway medal. O nce we were strangers,legs bent the wrong way,rough voices falling to the wind …But in our hearts we wanted more than this. In our hearts, we knew there was more.'A tour de force.' - The New York Times   ...Show more

Where's Wally? Spooky Spotlight Search by Martin Handford

$24.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Join Wally and his friends as they set sail on a ghostly galleon, wander through treacherous lands and seek shelter in a haunted castle in this spooky search-and-find adventure. With six scenes to send shivers down your spine and extra activities on every page – it's frightful! Includes a glow-in- the-dark spotlight-searcher wand to light up the scenes. No batteries necessary. All light-up magic is designed from paper and extra spotlight-searcher wands are available to print online.   ...Show more

Sing Me the Summer by Jane Godwin

$24.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Splash into summer with this glorious love letter to the seasons. Combining Jane Godwin's sparkling text and Alison Lester's whimsical watercolours, Sing Me the Summer celebrates those precious everyday moments that stay with us forever.

Pirate Stew (HB) by Neil Gaiman

$22.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Meet LONG JOHN McRON, SHIP'S COOK . . . and the most unusual babysitter you've ever seen. Long John has a whole crew of wild pirates in tow, and--for one boy and his sister--he's about to transform a perfectly ordinary eveni ng into a riotous adventure beneath a pirate moon. It's time to make some PIRATE STEW. Marvelously silly and gloriously entertaining, this tale of pirates, flying ships, doughnut feasts and some rather magical stew is perfect for all pirates, both young and old. With a deliciously rhyming text from master storyteller Neil Gaiman and spellbinding illustrations by the supremely talented Chris Riddell, this is the picture book of the year!  Pirate Stew! Pirate Stew! Pirate Stew for me and you! Pirate Stew, Pirate Stew Eat it and you won't be blue You can be a pirate too!   ...Show more

Grug and the Bushfire (HB) by Ted Prior

$16.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books

Join your favourite bush character in this very special exclusive hardback, the first all new Grug since 2016 and the 35th title in the Grug series.  It had not rained for a long time. The grass around Grug's house was very dry and brown. Many leaves were falling from the trees. One very, very hot day Grug noticed a cloud of smoke in the distance. It seemed to be getting closer and closer to his home. Then Cara hurriedly slithered up and said 'It's a bushfire!' Grug had never seen a bushfire. 'We should be safe in your house', said Cara, 'because you live under the ground.' Grug is back from the bush to remind us of the importance of looking after each other, renewing the Australian wilderness and the caution we all need to take during the bushfire season. A very special book for early readers and parents alike this Christmas.   ...Show more

Claris Book & 60 Piece Puzzle Set by Megan Hess

$26.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Picture Books | Series: Claris

This gorgeously designed gift set includes a hardback copy of Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris and your very own 60-piece Claris jigsaw puzzle! Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris follows an adorable mouse who dreams of moving to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. One day, she bravely takes the leap - only to find a mean little girl with a horrible-looking cat standing in the way of her perfect Parisian apartment! Can Claris use all her wit, warmth and - of course - style to make her dreams come true? A delightful rhyming tale about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess. Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris is the first picture book in a dazzling series for lovers of Eloise and Olivia. Destined to delight fashion-obsessed readers of all ages! ...Show more