New PB for Beverley McWilliams and Helene Magisson

Congratulations to author Beverley McWilliams and illustrator Helene Magisson on the upcoming publication of

Willow's Gumboots

a hardback picture book for ages 3-6 published by Midnight Sun Publishing

01 Oct 2024

Willow loves her gumboots. She wears them in the garden, at the beach and even at parties. But when Willow discovers something is wrong with her beloved boots, she finds a wonderful way to give them a new life.

Book Launch - Burnside Library, South Australia.
Saturday 28th September at 1:30pm.
Includes crafts and light refreshments.

A child’s love of their favourite gumboots runs deep, this is sure to make a splash!



New MG for Helen Edwards

Congratulations to author Helen Edwards on the upcoming publication of

Legend of the Lighthouse Moon

Cover illustration by Tamlyn Teow

a paperback middle grade for ages 9+ published by Riveted Press

02 October 2024

Rich with folklore and brimming with adventure, Legend of the Lighthouse Moon is a dazzling tale of family, resilience, and the enduring magic of the sea.

Join Mona on a journey of self-discovery where the whispers of the past guide her towards a future filled with hope, love, and legends brought to life.

Book Launch - Across October and November, Helen will be launching in Adelaide, Kangaroo Island and Canberra.

Adelaide - Saturday 5th October 2-3.30 pm at Burnside Library Tickets here.

What a gorgeous story. I am hooked by the title and suspect this may be enjoyed by all ages!





New JF for Kristin Darell and Laura Wood

Congratulations to author Kristin Darell and illustrator Laura Wood on the upcoming publication of

Taronga presents: Party Animals

a paperback Junior Fiction for ages 6-10 published by Penguin Random House

03 Sep 2024

It’s Ollie’s birthday. Sophia knows what he's getting but she's not allowed to tell! Will Ollie think she's ignoring his special day? Join the best friends as they discover the wild life of zookeeping at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo.

The ultimate animal adventure series from Taronga’s two Zoos and part of a publishing program supporting Taronga’s critical conservation work to secure a shared future for wildlife and people.

Launch details coming soon.

Another otterly terrific tail for Ollie and Sophia!