Dec 1, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books
ISBN 978-1-923589-43-8
PAPERBACK
ISBN 978-1-923645-25-7
HARDCOVER
GREETINGS NEW FRIENDS AND FELLOW TRAVELIERS, MY NAME IS MAGOG.
I am a proud Queenslander and a curious tree frog.
There is so much of Australia which I am yet to see, and I’m off on a journey; would you like to come with me?
Magog is a curious tree frog who sets off from his home in sunny Queensland to explore the world around him. He boards planes, trains and ships to traverse Australia from east to west. The melodic rhyme coupled with bright and captivating images, ensure the reader is both entertained and educated.
The hope of the author is that through Magog’s adventures, children will learn about the unique places of Australia and that the seed will be planted for many explorations of their own. In the words of Magog himself, ‘thank you friends for joining me on this quest around my land, I hope this has inspired you to have your own trips planned!’
About the Author
Denita has spent her career in education, both as a language teacher and international student coordinator. She loves sharing the best of Australia with students from around the globe. She has always loved writing poems and some of her fondest childhood memories are of times on the family farm, crafting rhymes around the old Aga stove.
Magog was born on a secluded island in Vanuatu during a moment of boredom and with just an old ‘F’encyclopaedia from the resort library for inspiration! Denita hopes that Magog will motivate the next generation to have their own adventures in this beautiful world of ours.
About the Illustrator
During the day you can find Jacqui working as a friendly community pharmacist, with a flair for wearing exuberant socks. By night, she creates art, as an avenue to reduce stress and to tune in to her natural desire to express creativity.
This is her first project as a children’s book illustrator, very happily completing a life-long goal.
Nov 24, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Animals \ Pets Non-fiction, Australian, Biological & Behavioural, Children's Books, Earth \ Nature, Photography
ISBN 978-1-923443-57-0
PAPERBACK
An Engaging True Koala Adventure Embracing Hope, Trust and Kindness
Join Dharug the young koala on an endearing true adventure. During a drought, Dharug is forced to leave the safety of home to find water. Tired and thirsty, Dharug stumbles upon a garden and receives help from an unexpected place. Danger, kindness and playful fun are seamlessly captured by camera and story.
Koala Kindness is a unique, engaging and educational read for all ages. To learn more about the author, check out his work and purchase his unique photographs, visit: koalamanphotography.com.au
We acknowledge the land we live and meet on is the traditional land of the Kaurna people. We respect their spiritual relationship with this land. We also acknowledge the Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the Kaurna land.
About the Author
As a marketing and communications executive, Paul has worked around the printing and publishing industries all throughout his career. Now retired, Paul enjoys his days with his wife Susie, spending time with their three children and five grandchildren.
An award-winning photographer and gardener, Paul enjoys sharing his passion for life and nature through the images he captures and the stories he tells.
Fortunately, it was through his love of gardening that he encountered a koala in need and was able to capture for posterity Dharug’s unique story.
Please note the authors photos can be purchased online by visiting koalamanphotography.com.au/
Nov 4, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books
ISBN 978-1-923523-36-4
PAPERBACK
ISBN 978-1-923523-37-1
HARDCOVER
Sometimes you need more than words to describe your feelings.
A sometimes serious and sometimes silly story about exploring feelings in a tasty new way!
Sometimes I‛m a Potato is a gentle introduction to emotional literacy for young readers.
It uses fun concepts and playful artworks to explore the range of emotions that children experience.
It provides a framework for adults to engage in open conversation with young readers to improve understanding and communication.
About the Author
Mary Johnson is a primary school teacher and mother of two living in country NSW.
She has always been captivated by the magic of a good picture book and its ability to capture an audience and share wisdom.
Mary loved writing and creating art for as long as she can remember and finds it cathartic.
She is passionate about children and adults learning emotional literacy and having the skills to maintain healthy relationships with themselves and others.
Mary is a lifelong learner and believes that as we teach children we can also learn from them.
Oct 28, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Animals \ Pets Fiction, Australian, Children's Books, Comedy \ Humour Fiction
ISBN 978-1-923443-81-5
PAPERBACK
ISBN 978-1-923589-34-6
HARDCOVER
Meet WomBog and VishVash — Two Cattle Dogs, Endless Adventures!
WomBog (the brainy blue heeler) and VishVash (the mischievous red rocket) are two spirited Australian Cattle Dogs with a nose for fun and a tail for adventure. Together, they explore the wild, wonderful, and sometimes downright wacky places across Australia — sniffing out stories, soaking up culture, and stirring up plenty of doggy mischief along the way.
In every book of The Big Aussie Tails of WomBog and VishVash, young readers tag along as the duo uncover fascinating landmarks, meet new friends, and learn about the unique landscapes, animals, and people that make Australia so special. With playful banter, tail-wagging curiosity, and helpful notes at the end of each chapter, this charming series invites kids to discover Australia—one pawprint at a time.
About the Author
After spending 20 years as an infantry officer in the Australian Army, Pat became an executive consultant with his own company fixing projects and business problems, and still does.
Much of this book was written over ten years ago when he lived in Canberra. Unfortunately, it fell into a long pause as he got consumed with work and his family got consumed in their own lives.
But with the arrival of grandchildren and with both WomBog and VishVash getting older, he decided to resurrect it as a gift to his grandchildren and other family members so they can learn about two very special personalities who have brought incredible joy to his family for a long time.
Pat lives with his wife on a small rural property in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland that permits both WomBog and VishVash to charge around like pork chops and silly sausages, play in the dam and explore the paddocks and the bush.
About the Illustrator
Ilana Greener is a passionate exhibiting artist, qualified primary school teacher, and a children’s book illustrator, who calls Queensland’s Sunshine Coast home. Ilana finds inspiration in the beauty of nature that surrounds her.
With over two decades of experience, she has honed a distinctive and emotive artistic style that draws on traditional techniques of printmaking, watercolour, and drawing. Ilana has had the privilege of collaborating with various authors to illustrate their stories, creating imagery that resonates with readers of all ages.
Her journey as an artist took her from Melbourne, to Italy, then to the lush, rain-soaked hills of the Dandenong Ranges in Victoria, before she finally settled in Queensland with her young family. Ilana continues to nurture a visual language that blends her genuine love for storytelling, family, and the natural world, reflecting her heartfelt connection to children’s literature and to the joys of adventure.
Sep 9, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Animals \ Pets Fiction, Australian, Children's Books
ISBN 978-1-923214-80-4
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Sammy The Scorpion Lives In A Quiet Valley With Many Interesting Characters.
This story tells how he interacts with one of the characters and how he negotiates his way out of a situation.
Aug 12, 2025 | *, *Featured books, *listed, Australian, Children's Books, Science Fiction, Technology \ Computer \ Internet
ISBN 978-1-923443-97-6
PAPERBACK
ISBN 978-1-923523-69-2
EBOOK
Twelve-year-old Daniel is obsessed with combat robotics — because duh, who isn’t? So when his plucky lifter-bot snags him a spot at Bernard Barker’s legendary Bot Camp, Daniel short-circuits with excitement. Meeting his tech-innovator hero will be a dream come true!
His mom says he should try to make friends, but Daniel won’t have time for that. Bot Camp is a high-voltage competition and only one kid will win the ultimate prize: becoming Bernard’s apprentice.
Unfortunately, from the moment Daniel steps into the fully automated, AI-powered training complex, nothing goes to plan. The other participants are brilliant, but Daniel’s teammates are totally useless. He’ll never impress Bernard at this rate.
So while the others relax for the night, Daniel convinces his team to sneak into the workshop to fix their bot. But when the labyrinth-like facility mysteriously goes into lockdown, Daniel finds himself in real danger and only his teammates can help.
