PLANT, Beckie

ISBN 978-1-923443-64-8
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Friends, it starts with hello

Making new friends can feel a little scary but all it takes is one small word to open the door to something amazing.

This heartwarming, rhyming story, gently explores the internal worries children often face when meeting someone new.

Through charming characters and sweet illustrations, Friends it starts with Hello encourages young readers to overcome fear, take a chance, and discover the fun to be found with friends.

ISBN 978-1-922957-60-3
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Amazing like You

A book to grow identity and self-esteem

What makes you amazing?

We can tell our children how amazing they are, or we can help them learn why they’re amazing.

This book uses rhyme and illustration to teach our children to name the qualities that make them amazing.

ISBN 978-1-923265-10-3
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Bob Anxiety and Me

 

A book to look at anxiety in a fun way and learn some easy strategies

A story about Bob – a helpful friend who can light your way through the struggles of anxiety and make sense of big worries.

Bob will remind you that you are brave, courageous and amazing – even if you are a little bit scared. You can get through anything with Bob by your side.

About the Author

Beckie always wanted to write a children’s book—but it seemed as far away as the stars.

Then one day, Beckie decided she won’t ever know how far the stars actually are until she started walking—so she just started taking steps—some days big ones, some days little ones and the stars moved closer.

On other days, Beckie studied Developmental Trauma, Art therapy, youth work and Counselling, working in youth mental health to help others find their stars and start walking.

PULLICH, Zelle

ISBN 978-1-922890-62-7
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Crocodylus Scorpius

Crocodylus Scorpius is banished from his Kingdom.

Where will he go?

A tale of two tails. But will the riddle be solved by Dr Olivier and his intrepid team of explorers?

About the Author

Zelle Pullich is an avid explorer. Tapping into her natural inquisitiveness, she writes stories about intriguing creatures, bravery and fantastical discoveries with the aim of nurturing childhood curiosity. Zelle is an adventurer at heart, a wife and mother of two beautiful, loving children who have inherited her itch to explore. Passionate about learning and research, Zelle holds degrees in Medicine, Physiotherapy & Exercise Science along with Creative Arts. She is a doctor, a scuba diver, a drama queen and a dancer, or could she be… a writer?

About the Illustrator

Nathaniel Eckstrom is an illustrator based in Sydney, Australia. His ability to visualise gentle realms of fun and adventure has made him one of Australia’s leading children’s illustrators. Nathaniel has illustrated over twenty five titles. His books include Meg McKinlay’s – DUCK, The Dress-Up Box written by Patrick Guest, The Hole Idea written by Beth and Paul MacDonald and Eddie Jaku’s – The Happiest Boy on Earth. A number of Nathaniel’s books have been both notable and shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year.

FRANK, Justin

ISBN 978-1-922890-81-8
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Disgusting Justin

A fabulously funny story about friendship, farts and fails!

Disgusting Justin will do anything to make his friends laugh. His ever increasingly gross antics backfire spectacularly! Can he find a funnier way to make his friends cry with laughter?

A laugh out loud picture book designed to create special story time memories, bonding parents and children through the gift of laughter.

Complemented by hilarious illustrations from the amazingly talented Lesly Vamos.

O’FLYNN, Michaela

ISBN 978-1-922890-16-0
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Frank the Weiner Dog

Frank the Wiener Dog was playful and fun, he liked to chase birds and sleep in the sun. But when Frank catches a whiff of something delicious nearby, he just cannot help himself. Join Frank as he takes a stroll down the street and find out what tasty treats, Frank’s neighbours are cooking.

TIMMINS, Rose

ISBN 978-1-922803-59-7
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The EXTRAordinary Ordinary Harry

Young Harry is an ordinary koala who desperately wants to be EXTRAordinary.

Join him on his quest to find out what makes him special. Maybe he will discover he can fly. Maybe he will discover he can move things using only the power of his mind. Maybe he will find out that he is already EXTRAordinary. With the help of his elderly neighbour Mr George and Harry’s adventurous spirit, you will discover how to be EXTRAordinary too!

HENDRICS, Eliza Johanna

ISBN 978-1-922803-87-0
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Mrs Tate

Come along with Mrs Tate,
as she prepares for the fete
for all the witches in the East
and their exciting feast.

eliza author profile

About the Author

We would like to introduce you to Eliza Johanna Hendrics a children’s book author. She is originally from Holland, and is currently living in New South Wales, Australia.

She is a single mother to two daughters, whom she mesmerised with her story telling, and whom in turn inspired her to write children’s story books.

Ada Rovai illustrator

About the Illustrator

Ada Rovai is a Brazilian visual artist currently based in Adelaide, Australia.

Her artwork is a form of meditation and storytelling that permeates graphics and crafts to bring unique stories, memories and identities to life.