New Releases and Promotions October 2018
Just when you thought our time-travellers had everything under control, it all comes crashing down ‌
Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco From Australia’s favourite comedian Peter Helliar comes the third adventure in his hilarious and best-selling Frankie Fish series!
Best friends Frankie and Drew are desperate to win this year’s Halloween costume parade, and they know exactly what will give them the edge: authentic Viking costumes from olden-day Norway!
The plan is simple: use their secret Sonic Suitcase to get in, get helmets, and get out. But they weren’t counting on accidentally bringing back a Viking called Birger with them – plus his angry brother Brynjar, who really has it in for Frankie and Drew. Can the boys round up the vikings, get them back home and win the costume parade before anyone discovers what they’ve done?
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Peter Helliar Lesley Vamos
Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781760500832 Paperback A$14.99/NZ$16.99 … pages 128 x 198 mm Black and White 8+
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NATION-WIDE FRANKIE FISH ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN The Frankie Fish journey has been seriously super-sonic so far, with author Peter Helliar popping up in newspaper features, radio interviews, television appearances, school visits, bookstore signings, video content, writers festival appearances, award short-listings, and more! For Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco, we’re going out with a nation-wide advertising campaign that will secure Peter and the Frankie Fish series as the most recognisable author and series for middle-grade readers across Australia!
Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco Sales Points
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Peter Helliar Lesley Vamos
Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781760500832 Paperback A$14.99/NZ$16.99 … pages 128 x 198 mm Black and White 8+
Peter Helliar's first book, Frankie Fish and the Sonic Suitcase, published into the NUMBER ONE spot for children's books and number four overall on the Australian charts in its first week of release.
Over 50,000 copies sold of Frankie Fish and the Sonic Suitcase sold so far!
The perfect series for reluctant middle-grade readers, Frankie Fish has already helped thousands of young readers around the country enjoy reading.
Author and comedian Peter Helliar continues to go from strength to strength and is beloved by Australians, and a staple on our television screens.
Frankie Fish was one of the most popular costume options for Book Week in 2017!
40 COPY FRANKIE FISH DUMPBIN!
Help Frankie Fish fans of all ages spot this TIME-BENDINGLY TERRIFIC series as soon as they step foot in your store with the Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco pack, containing: • • • • •
1 x dump-bin complete with Frankie Fish header card 30 x copies of Frankie Fish and the Viking Fiasco 5 x Copies of Frankie Fish and the Sonic Suitcase 5 x copies of Frankie Fish and the Great Wall of Chaos PLUS A 50% DISCOUNT!! AU RRP: $599.60 / NET: $299.80 NZ RRP: $679.60 / NET: $339.80
ISBN: 9349685010067 *Indicative image only
The Second Story The Magic Misfits are back in another tale of mystery and adventure from Emmy award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris! A curious visitor. A link to the past. A new riddle to solve … Leila is a gifted escape artist, but she’s never been able to unlock the mysteries of her past. She likes living with her adopted dads above Mr Vernon’s magic shop, yet she’s always wondered about her birth parents – and the key they gave her when she was a baby. So when an old friend pays a visit to her dad and poppa, could she reveal Leila’s hidden history? Carter, Leila and the Magic Misfits are back in a new adventure filled with magic tricks, secret codes and one nefarious monkey. And of course there’s lots of marvellous hints and tips on doing magic tricks so that you can become a magician too … Join the Magic Misfits as they discover adventure, friendship, and more than a few hidden secrets in this delightful new series.
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Patrick Harris, Neil
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Whether you're a new fan of stage magic or a longtime expert at illusion, Magic Misfits is sure to delight even more than sawing your assistant in half…
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The first book in the Magic Misfits series even hit the New York Times Bestseller list
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It’s the superb storytelling of Snicket whizzed with the whimsy of Dahl!
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From the award-winning actor and writer NEIL PATRICK HARRIS comes the Magic Misfits series, about an offbeat group of magicloving children who band together to protect their town from evil.
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'Magic and mystery abound … An earnest message about discovering the magic in the world and finding the family that suits you.' – Kirkus Reviews
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‘I adored The Magic Misfits. This man is far too talented for my liking, and needs to be stopped!’ – David Walliams
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Perfect for children aged 8 to 12 years old and fans of Lemony Snicket, David Walliams … and magic!
Second Story ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781760501730 Paperback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 240 pages 133 x 194 mm Black and White 8+
Neil Patrick Harris Neil Patrick Harris is an Emmy award-winning American actor, producer, director, magician, comedian and singer. “Two of my favorite things are magic and reading,” says Neil, “which collided with two new favourite things: my twin six-year-old children.” DID YOU KNOW? Neil Patrick Harris is a registered magician, and served as President of the Academy of Magical Arts from 2011–2014. Neil is currently starring in Netflix’s A Series of Unfortunate Events as Count Olaf, the greedy guardian of three orphans – Violet, Klaus & Sunny Baudelaire – who are investigating their parents' mysterious death. The first book in the Magic Misfits series even hit the New York Times Bestseller list!
The Magic Misfits PACK What tricks do you have up your sleeve? Make a MAGICAL moment in store this holiday season with this 10 copy Magic Misfits pack, complete with gift with purchase AND a 50% discount! Contains: 5 x The Magic Misfits 5 x The Magic Misfits: The Second Story 5 x Magic Misfits Playing Cards sets
AU RRP $169.90 / Net $84.95 NZ RRP $199.90 / Net $99.95 ISBN: 9349685010050 Magic Misfits Playing Cards
Villain Acclaimed author Michael Grant’s globally bestselling Gone series continues with Villain, where old foes return and new ones rise, with action-packed scenes, gory battles, and plot twists that will leave readers scrambling for more.
It’s been four years since the events of GONE. The Perdido Beach dome is down, but the horrors within have spread. The alien virus-infested rock that created the FAYZ is creating monsters—monsters that walk the cities and countryside, terrorizing all. There are tanks in the street and predator drones in the sky, doomed efforts to stop the disintegration of civilization. Into this chaos comes a villain with the power to control anyone with just the sound of his voice. Dillon Poe wanted to be a comedian once … but everyone made fun of him. Dillon the loser. Dillon the freak. Now he’s sending thousands to their death. Who’s laughing now? The only people who can stop a superpowered villain are superpowered heroes. Dekka, Shade, Cruz, Malik, Armo, and a new mutant with unmatched powers, are all that stand in Dillon’s way. But when the lines begin to blur between hero and villain—some begin to wonder who’s really the monster. Sales Points
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17 October 2018 Egmont Michael Grant
Villain ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Age:
9781405291545 Paperback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 336 pages 128 x 198 mm 15 +
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In Villain, Michael Grant continues to reinvent the superheroes – or is it super-villains? – as Shade Darby heads up a compelling cast, but fans will be thrilled to know that key characters from the GONE series will be making an appearance too. Stephen King himself is one of Michael Grant’s biggest fans and called GONE, ‘A driving, torrential narrative.’
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A new generation of readers will be hooked by this much-anticipated action-packed second book set in the aftermath of Michael Grant’s bestselling, blood-pumping GONE series.
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Villain publishes worldwide on 17 October, so anticipation and excitement for this is going to be huge! Keep your eyes peeled in October for outdoor advertising around Australia’s capital cities.
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Strong female and transgender main characters: Michael Grant continues to chip away at stereotypes and explores the transformative power of individual will.
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Villain is the second book in the Monster trilogy from Michael Grant, with book 3 coming in October 2019!
We’re taking Villain to the streets! After a highly successful guerrilla advertising campaign for Monster, with street posters and custom footpath sticks popping up near bookstores and shopping centres the week of publication, we are thrilled to be bringing Villain to Australian streets this October!
Roblox helps power the imaginations of people around the world. It is the largest user-generated online gaming platform and every month, over 64 million active players come to Roblox to imagine, create, and play together in immersive 3D worlds, making it the largest social platform for play with over 15 million games created. We call it the “Imagination Platform� and invite everyone to play on it!
What is Roblox? The biggest opportunity since Minecraft The number 1 online social gaming site for kids and tweens A global community for over 48 million users A portal to over 15 million games
HISTORY: Roblox was launched in 2006 with just three games, but has gone on to become the one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world. There are over 29 million games available to play and they’re all UGC (user-generated content). Over 380 million people have signed up since launch, averaging 8.2 billion page views and 2.2 billion games are played per month (Google Analytics – August 2017) STATISTICS: 9.5 billion hours played on Roblox as of August 2017.
Over 64 million monthly active players as of August 2017. Every month 1.3 million peak concurrent users (August 2017). 610 million hours of engagement per month. MEANING MORE CHILDREN ARE PLAYING ROBLOX GLOBALLY THAN ARE PLAYING WITH LEGO BRICKS.
Roblox has a HUGE YouTube following – if you search for Roblox you’ll get over 18,800,000 results!!
Roblox Character Encyclopedia A hefty compendium of profiles based on characters based on games, developers and community stars. This package also contains an exclusive ‘Outrageous Builderman’ figurine which ISN’T AVAILABLE ANYWHERE ELSE!
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4th October 2018 Egmont Roblox
Roblox Character Encyclopedia ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405291613 Hardback A$29.99/NZ$32.99 144 pages 180 x 235 mm Full Colour 8+
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Roblox was launched in 2006 with just three games, but has gone on to become the one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world, with over 40 million games to choose from.
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There are over 29 million games available to play and they’re all UGC (user-generated content) and over $41 million has been paid out to the creators of games.
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Over 50 million users visit Roblox to play games every month – 40% of these are female.
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Players rack up over 600 million hours of engagement per month, across games and the website.
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MORE CHILDREN ARE PLAYING ROBLOX GLOBALLY THAN ARE PLAYING WITH LEGO BRICKS.
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Roblox have released a successful toy line with Jazwares, which has done exceptionally well, and is currently on it’s fourth wave.
Roblox Top Adventure Games A curated guidebook centred around the Adventure gene, detailing the best games to play, featuring top tips and insight from the developers of the most popular games. Sales Points
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4th October 2018 Egmont Roblox
Roblox Top Adventure Games ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405291590 Hardback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 96 pages 148 x 210 mm Full Colour 8+
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Roblox was launched in 2006 with just three games, but has gone on to become the one of the most popular gaming platforms in the world, with over 40 million games to choose from.
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There are over 29 million games available to play and they’re all UGC (user-generated content) and over $41 million has been paid out to the creators of games.
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Over 50 million users visit Roblox to play games every month – 40% of these are female.
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Players rack up over 600 million hours of engagement per month, across games and the website.
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MORE CHILDREN ARE PLAYING ROBLOX GLOBALLY THAN ARE PLAYING WITH LEGO BRICKS.
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Roblox have released a successful toy line with Jazwares, which has done exceptionally well, and is currently on it’s fourth wave.
The Official Minecraft Annual 2019 The Official Minecraft Annual 2019 is a celebration of Minecraft's Year of Building. Inside you’ll find build ideas, fun activities and a showcase of the Minecraft community's most impressive community builds. You'll also hear from expert build team Blockworks and the Mojang team have some build challenges for you to try, too. It's almost enough to keep Minecrafters busy for an entire year! Sales Points
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October 2018 Egmont Minecraft
The Official Minecraft Annual 2019 ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405291125 Hardback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 72 pages 216 x 285 mm Full Colour 9+
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The 'Better Together Update' was released in September 2017.This unprecedented game update lets players on Xbox, mobile, VR and Windows 10 play together for the first time ever.
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Total sales of the game (across all editions) are in excess of 107 million units – more people are playing than ever before!
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Over 22 million units of the original PC/Mac version sold, making it the bestselling PC game of all time.
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Season two of Minecraft Story Mode (TellTale Games), launched in July 2017, with five episodes expected this year.
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This year, the usual MINECON convention was replaced by a live-stream event that took place over the internet on November 18th 2017. It was co-hosted by actor Will Arnett.
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MINECRAFT BOOKS HAVE NOW SOLD IN EXCESS OF 12 MILLION BOOKS WORLDWIDE.
Annual 2019 Relive the eight timeless adventures of the Star Wars movies as you read about your favourite characters, places and vehicles and complete the epic activities. Packed full of movie trivia, fun facts from the expanded universe and unforgettable images, this is the perfect book for Star Wars fans of all ages – old and new! Sales Points
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Star Wars
Annual 2019 ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405291132 Hardback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 72 pages 215 x 285 mm Full Colour 7+
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Sales of the 2018 Star Wars Annual exceeded 6000 copies!
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Packed with a range of HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES perfect to keep the kids busy.
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Includes content from the latest Star Wars film Solo: A Star Wars Story released in May 2018.
Annual 2019
Annual 2019
Annual 2019
Minecraft: The Ultimate Construction Collection Perfect for celebrating Minecraft's 2018 Year of Building, this official Minecraft Gift Box is packed with everything you need to know about Creative Mode. This official Minecraft Gift Box contains three creative-themed guides that cover how to get the most from Creative mode, including all the how to’s you’ll need and step-by-step guides to a range of awesome builds. Plus it comes with two press-out models and a poster! Sales Points
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October 2018 Egmont Minecraft
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The 'Better Together Update' was released in September this year. This unprecedented game update lets players on Xbox, mobile, VR and Windows 10 play together for the first time ever.
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Total sales of the game (across all editions) are in excess of 107 million units – more people are playing than ever before.
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Over 22 million units of the original PC/Mac version sold, making it the bestselling PC game of all time.
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Season two of Minecraft Story Mode (TellTale Games), launched in July 2017, with five episodes expected this year.
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Minecraft books have now sold in excess of 12 million books worldwide.
Minecraft: The Ultimate Construction Collection ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405291927 Boxed Set A$39.99/NZ$44.99 72 pages 285 x 216 mm Full Colour 8+
Minecraft: The Ultimate Construction Collection
Where's the Wookiee Collection Explore the Star Wars Galaxy and join the hunt for Chewbacca! Inside this collectible box you'll find TWO Where's the Wookiee search and find books, a colouring book, an awesome poster and two amazing press-out model kits of Chewbacca and a stormtrooper! It’s the ultimate gift set for the Wookiee-mad Star Wars fans! Sales Points
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Star Wars
Where's the Wookiee Collection ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405291989 Boxed Set A$39.99/NZ$44.99 32 pages 225 x 300 mm Full Colour 5+
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The best-selling Where's the Wookiee books are finally together in a gift set.
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Sturdy keepsake box.
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Excellent value offering.
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The perfect Christmas present all boxed up! All that’s missing is the wrapping paper.
Where's the Wookiee Collection
Join Billie B Brown and her best friend Jack as they learn to play Go Fish, Snap or Memory! Or join Ginger Green as she learns how to play SNAP!
Join Billie B Brown and her best friend Jack as they learn to play Go Fish, Snap or Memory! Or join Ginger Green as she learns how to play SNAP! Reissue: Imprint:
November 2017 Hardie Grant Egmont
Go Fish with Billie ISBN: 9781760129477 Play Snap with Jack ISBN: 9781760129460 Ginger Green, Play Date Queen: Ginger Snap! ISBN: 9781760501044 Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
Book & Toy A$24.99/NZ$27.99 6 Books 185 x 200 mm Black and White 5+
Or curl in a cosy chair and read one of your six new Billie B Brown, Hey Jack! or Ginger Green: Play Date Queen books! Sales Points •
The gift set includes 52 playing cards + game instructions, in a keepsake box, PLUS 6 books!
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These are the perfect Christmas gift offering both a fun game and a bunch of books, it’s sure to keep kids busy!
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The perfect game for children aged 3+ to enhance memory, concentration and matching skills.
All Wrapped Up is a series of gorgeous stationery books celebrating the work of Australia’s best and brightest artists. Includes 20 gift wrapping sheets and 2 sheets of stickers.
Australia celebrates native flora, fauna and kitsch as seen through the joy-filled print and colour prism of illustrator Alice Oehr.
Botanicals showcases the unique flora of Australia as seen through the eyes of textile designer and illustrator Edith Rewa.
Love the pattern? Rip it out and wrap something up!
Love the pattern? Rip it out and wrap something up!
Party! celebrates the bright, cheerful and fun-filled world of illustrator Sophie Beer. Love the pattern? Rip it out and wrap something up!
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont
Australia by Alice Oehr ISBN: 9781760503352
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All Wrapped Up is a series of gorgeous stationery books celebrating the work of Australia’s best and brightest artists.
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A gift in itself, this stunning gift-wrapping collection will take your gifting to the next level.
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Will stand out in any gifting section instore.
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The series has something for everyone – children’s birthday gift, luxe designs for adults, and festive patterns for every occasion!
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Includes 20 sheets of full-colour gift wrap (694mm x 504mm) and 2 sheets of full colour stickers.
Botanicals by Edith Rewa ISBN: 9781760503529 Celebrate! by Bonnie Mooney ISBN: 9781760503369 Party! by Sophie Beer ISBN: 9781760503376 Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
Wrapping A$24.99/NZ$27.99 22 pages 252 x 347 mm Full Colour All Ages+
Solo: A Junior Novel Relive the excitement of Solo: A Star Wars Story with this action-packed retelling. Read all about the adventures of Luke Skywalker and his friends.
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Star Wars has been the #1 toy property for the last 16 consecutive months.
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Star Wars is the #1 franchise of all time and the #2 boys’ licence of all time.
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Fun school holiday reading.
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Contains 8 pages of full-colour photos from the film.
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Star Wars
Solo: A Junior Novel ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781760503536 Paperback A$14.99/NZ$17.99 192 pages 135 x 210 mm Black and White 12 +
Upside Down Sid Goes To Work From the one-and-only Dylan Shearsby comes a new adventure in the life of Upside Down Sid. When Sid decides to get a job, he’s heartened to find a vacancy at the zoo, but by the end of his first day, he’s tattered and torn and barely in one piece. With the help of his friends, Sid trials various other jobs, but it’s not until an emergency unfolds on the subway that Sid discovers his true calling. Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Hare Dylan Shearsby
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The sequel to much-loved Upside Down Sid — which was our standout picture book at the 2018 Bologna Book Fair.
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Sid is a rising character in the indie picture book market – quirky, funny and relatable – with a vintage feel parents will love.
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The third title in the series — Sid in the City — is due for release July 2019.
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Debut author Dylan Shearsby’s is also a storyboard artist, and painter and teacher of watercolour, who lives on the Mornington Peninsula.
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Dylan’s retro Mr Men-eque style of storytelling is born out of a love of childhood favourites Postman Pat and La Linea.
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HARDBACK AT $19.99!
Sid Goes To Work ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781760500894 Hardback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 32 pages 210 x 280mm Full Colour 3+
Sid Pack
Embrace Sid - a rising character in the indie picture book market – with this Sid pack, complete with an upside down shelf talker! And a 50% discount!! Contains: 5 x Upside Down Sid Goes to Work 3 x Upside Down Sid 1 x Upside Down Shelf Talker
Upside down shelf talker
AN UPSIDE DOWN SID LIVING IN A RIGHT SIDE UP WORLD
AU RRP: $159.92 / NET: $79.96 NZ RRP: $183.92 / NET: $91.96 ISBN: 9349685010128
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Man With Small Hair The man with small hair does things differently. He cuts his hair short when others grow theirs long. He wears colourful boots instead of brown shoes, and he’d rather put on clickety-clackety beads than a heavy scarf. He is happy dancing to his own beat, until people start to point and stare … An uplifting story that encourages individuality, questions conformity and instils courage. Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Hare Jane Jolly Andrew Joyner
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The Man With Small Hair shows kids that without everyone’s individual qualities and quirks the world would be a very boring and bland place.
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Jane Jolly is a award-winning children’s book author, with a number of CBCA notable awards and shortlisting's. In 2015 Tea and Sugar Christmas won the ABIA award for Small Publishers Children’s Book of the Year.
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Andrew Joyner is an internationally published illustrator and author. His work has been shortlisted for a number of awards including CBCA, The Prime Minister’s Literary Award and the Speech Pathology Award.
Man With Small Hair ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781742977584 Hardback A$24.99/NZ$27.99 32 pages 275 x 225 mm Full Colour 3+
Man With Small Hair
Man With Small Hair
Man With Small Hair
Man With Small Hair
Man With Small Hair
Man With Small Hair
Man With Small Hair
Australian Birds It took millions of years of isolation and a diverse range of habitats for Australian birds to evolve the way they did. The result is many of the world’s most striking and beautiful birds, including some that are stranger than fiction. In Australian Birds, acclaimed artist Matt Chun showcases 16 remarkable species that have captured the imagination of the world. From the iconic cockatoo, to the endangered Cassowary, Australian Birds has been carefully curated to inform and entrance readers of all ages. Sales Points Publication: Imprint: Author:
October 2018 Little Hare Matt Chun
Australian Birds ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781760502003 Hardback A$29.99/NZ$32.99 32 pages 310 x 220 mm Full Colour 3+
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Beautiful grain lamination finish with foil lettering.
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Artwork by studio artist Matt Chun.
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Over the last few years, Matt has accepted several tenures as artist in residence, including at Canberra's Nishi Gallery, Western Sydney's Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre, and in Taipei at both Guandu International Art Festival and the crossdisciplinary Bamboo Curtain Studio.
Australian Birds
Australian Birds
Australian Birds
Australian Birds
Australiana has been popping up all over Instagram feeds, magazine covers and etsy stores for a while now. But 2018 is the year that Australiana blew up. Dulux called the Australiana colour palette it’s top trend for 2018, citing the rich, earthy palette as a way for people to feel relaxed and at ease with the world around us. Think muddy blushes, cool greys, steel blues and deep ochre to bring your home interior to life! Weddings have boosted this trend, with native flower shops saying the rise of native flower crowns and native flower centrepieces have brought local businesses back from the brink. The deeply beautiful and aesthetically pleasing colour palette is also translating into fashion trends, Gorman’s In Your Dreams Collection uses local Australian artists and features native flowers designs by none other than Edith Rewa, responsible for a number of amazing book and magazine covers lately – including our own All Wrapped Up: Botanicals! Children’s products have also had an Australiana revamp, with clothing, bed linen and toys incorporating native animals, flora and fauna in the same earthy tones.
The Moon For centuries, mankind has gazed up at the Moon in awe and wonder. It has been a source of both aspiration and inspiration to astronomers, poets, mathematicians and artists alike. But how much do we know about our closest neighbour?
In this book, you'll discover the history of man's relationship with the Moon – the science, the myths, the facts and the fiction – and how it affects our everyday lives and the world around us. Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press Hannah Pang Thomas Hengbrook
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9781848577381 Hardback A$29.99/NZ$32.99 176 pages 186 x 260 mm Full Colour 8+
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Published to coincide with the anniversary of the moon landing.
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A comprehensive guide to all things lunar.
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Explores the science, the myths, the facts and the fiction.
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A highly informative book filled with stunning illustrations that bring the subject matter to life.
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Long have humans been inspired by the night sky but never before has the moon and it’s celestial neighbours been so on trend. From fashion to home accessories to horoscopes to art prints to guided moon rituals, the galaxies have never aligned like this! There have been a number of articles asking the question, why are millennials so interested in astrology and Callie Beusman, a senior editor at Broadly, says traffic for the site’s horoscopes “has grown really exponentially.” Stella Bugbee, the president and editor-inchief of The Cut, says a typical horoscope post on the site got 150 PERCENT MORE TRAFFIC in 2017 than the year before.
American trend setters Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie regularly have Moon inspired fashion collections and home décor straight out of a pinterest mood board. With the anniversary of the first ever moon landing coming in 2019 the moon will be the hottest planet in the galaxy! (well actually it’s Venus but you get the point)
The Faraway Tree Collection slipcase In the Magic Faraway Tree collection, you will meet all sorts of magical creatures, from pixies and fairies to brownies and imps. Some are sweet and helpful, while others are lazy and naughty. But one thing's for sure, life is never boring when the magic folk are about! This collection features 4 fun-filled books by Enid Blyton. Readers will love exploring the wonderful lands and going on exciting adventures with Joe, Beth and Frannie. Sales Points Publication: Imprint: Author:
October 2018 Egmont Enid Blyton
The Faraway Tree Collection slipcase ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9780603573637 Paperback A$34.99/NZ$39.99 816 pages 130 x200 mm Black and White 5+
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Enticing stories containing all of the magic, fun and adventure that readers have come to expect from Blyton’s tales.
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The perfect gift for both fans of Enid Blyton as well as new readers of the Magic Faraway Tree stories.
Special Delivery Books 12 Pocket Display Unit A unique and personal way to celebrate life’s milestones! Specially designed to send through the post, these gorgeous gift books feature a free greetings card and an envelope ready for sending. Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press
Special Delivery Books 12 Pocket Display Unit ISBN: Binding: RRP: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781788810074 Book & Gift A$599.40/NZ$779.40 459 x 258 mm Full Colour All Ages
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Includes free greetings card and envelope!
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Sturdy board book makes the perfect birthday gift!
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IT’S THE PERFECT ALL-IN-ONE GIFT!
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Make someone feel extra special with a gift sent in the post - it’s unexpected in this fast-paced digital world and who doesn’t love receiving beautiful cards in a mailbox full of bills?
A unique and personal way to celebrate life’s milestones! Specially designed to send through the post, these gorgeous gift books feature a free greetings card and an envelope ready for sending.
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press
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Includes free greetings card and envelope!
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Sturdy board book makes the perfect birthday gift!
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IT’S THE PERFECT ALL-IN-ONE GIFT!
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Make someone feel extra special with a gift sent in the post - it’s unexpected in this fast-paced digital world and who doesn’t love receiving beautiful cards in a mailbox full of bills? Publication: Imprint:
October 2018 Little Tiger Press
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Hip, Hip, Hooray! You are 1! ISBN: 9781848699724
To Dad, With Love card ISBN: 9781848699694
To Grandpa, With Love card ISBN: 9781848699687
Hip, Hip, Hooray! You are 2! ISBN: 9781848699731
To Mum, With Love card ISBN: 9781848698512
To Grandma, With Love card ISBN: 9781848699281
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Book and Gift A$9.99/NZ$12.99 10 pages 100 x 150 mm Full Colour All Ages
Book and Gift A$9.99/NZ$12.99 10 pages 100 x 150 mm Full Colour All Ages
Book and Gift A$9.99/NZ$12.99 10 pages 100 x 150 mm Full Colour All Ages
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press
Happy Birthday to You! ISBN: 9781848698536
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Book and Gift A$9.99/NZ$12.99 10 pages 100 x 150 mm Full Colour All Ages
Vlad the World's worst vampire: Midnight Fright Vlad is not looking forward to his vampire cousin, Lupus, coming to stay. Lupus can fly brilliantly, turn into a bat in the blink of an eye, and he has an annoying raven called Claw. He’s supposed to be teaching Vlad how to be a proper vampire, but all Vlad can think about is how to stop him from following him to human school! Soon, Lupus has all the humans charmed too, and Vlad is in despair. But the school play auditions show who really has talent, and who is the one with true friends. Vlad is in for a surprise… Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press Anna Wilson Kathryn Durst
Vlad the World's worst vampire: Midnight Fright ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781847159571 Paperback A$14.99/NZ$17.99 160 pages 129 x 198 mm Black and White 7+
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Featuring a FANGTASTIC cast of characters, BATTY HUMOUR and one extraordinary boy trying to find where he belongs in an ordinary world.
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A brand-new illustrated series by award-winning author Anna Wilson and rising star Kathryn Durst.
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Wilson has a fun, engaging voice for middle grade readers, which when mixed with Durst’s charmingly witty illustrations, will have readers hooked.
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A wimpy vampire gives familiar school experiences a twist.
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Touching and relatable stories for anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t fit in!
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Anna Wilson is well known for her humorous and gently bonkers writing for children.
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The perfect HALLOWEEN SERIES FOR YOUNGER READERS!
Sink your teeth into Vlad: The World’s Worst Vampire
Book 1: 9781847157423
Book 2: 9781847159144
Book 3: 9781847159571
As We Grow No one knows what lies ahead or who they’ll grow to be, It’s all a part of growing up – the journey to be me… In this stunning picture book, Richard Jones’ enchanting illustrations sensitively depict each stage of life and the journey of transformation that we undergo as we grow up.
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Sensitively explores life's journey and growing old.
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A great way to GENTLY INTRODUCE discussions about the process of growing up.
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With beautiful illustrations by Richard Jones and lyrical rhyming text.
October 2018 Little Tiger Press Walden, Libby Jones, Richard
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Clever DIE-CUTS enhance the appeal to children.
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The subject of 'growing up' is covered on the school curriculum - this book could serve as a useful teaching aid.
9781848577169 Hardback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 32 pages 225 x 275 mm Full Colour 3+
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From the same team behind the stunning, Feelings!
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ISBN: 9781848575080
As We Grow
As We Grow
As We Grow
As We Grow
As We Grow
BRITTA IN PAPERBACK!
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Moon ISBN:
October 2018 Little Tiger Press Britta Teckentrup
9781848698673
Under the Same Sky ISBN: 9781848577411 Reissue: Bee ISBN: Tree ISBN:
June 2018
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Paperback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 32 pages 225 x 275mm Full Colour 3+
As the moon waxes and wanes above, the world below is full of busy night-time creatures; from turtles laying their eggs on white sandy beaches, to migrating birds using the moon to navigate their way to sunnier climes.
Written and illustrated by the award-winning Britta Teckentrup, this beautiful and heart-warming peek-through picture book celebrates the closeness of the world's communities through their shared hopes and dreams.
Turn the peek-through pages to see the moon change shape as it goes through the lunar cycle. Also available
9781848693166
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Beautiful artwork from a celebrated, award-winning illustrator Britta Teckentrup.
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Clever die-cuts on every page create a stunning layered effect.
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Embrace these beloved Britta books in a new paperback format, complete with all the special cover treatments her hardbacks are known for.
Hello World: Animals Discover some of the most incredible creatures on Earth in this interactive atlas of world wildlife. Featuring over 180 animals from a variety of habitats, lift the flaps to explore the Amazon Rainforest, Madagascar, the Great Barrier Reef and many other wonders of the natural world. Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press Nicola Edwards L'Atelier Cartographik,
Hello World: Animals ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781848577121 Hardback A$29.99/NZ$32.99 16 pages 260 x 320 mm Full Colour 7+
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Discover animals from every corner of the Earth.
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Beautifully crafted book with each spread focussing on a different continent and the wonderful animals each one offers.
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Hundreds of mini flaps make this book an engaging, interactive experience.
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Information is presented in bite-sized facts which are easy to digest.
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A great non-fiction animal book for curious little minds.
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In the same series as Hello World! 9781848575035
Hello World: Animals
Hello World: Animals
Hello World: Animals
Hello World: Animals
A Whisper from Grey Shhhh! Can you hear that? A whisper from Grey. Quiet and a little shy. She does not shout out loud like Blue, or squawk like Green, or roar like Yellow. But though she's quieter than the rest, Grey makes the other colours glow.
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October 2018 Egmont Louise Greig Lo Cole
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9781405290838 Paperback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 32 pages 245 x 275 mm Full Colour 3+
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See the colour grey in a whole new light in this peep-through picture book.
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Fun die-cuts lead you through this story celebrating the quiet beauty of the colour grey.
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Perfect for young toddlers who are learning all about the world around them.
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From the author of The Night Box (nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2018) and incredible artist Lo Cole.
A Whisper from Grey
A Whisper from Grey
A Whisper from Grey
A Whisper from Grey
Lifesize Let's go on a LIFESIZE adventure! Step into the book and see how you measure up against some of the world's most amazing animals. High-five a polar bear to discover who has the biggest paw and peer through the die-cut to find out how you'd look with a giant squid eye. This interactive non-fiction adventure features LIFESIZE illustrations of some of the smallest and largest animals in the world and invites children to compare parts of their bodies with these amazing animals. This huge, playful book is the perfect introduction to animals for young children and is the first non-fiction book from picture book star, Sophy Henn. Climb into the book for a truly wild adventure . . . Sales Points Publication: Imprint: Author:
October 2018 Egmont Sophy Henn
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The first non-fiction book from bestselling picture book creator, Sophy Henn.
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Come paw to paw with a polar bear and eye to eye with a giant squid in this interactive book.
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Children can compare their ears with a kangaroo, their mouth with a tiger, their tongue with a giraffe and much more!
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Check out the animal line-up at the back of the book to compare the size of lots of different animals.
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9781405289573 Paperback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 32 pages 300 x 300 mm Full Colour 3+
Lifesize
Lifesize
Lifesize
Lifesize
The Wizard of Oz Sparkly silver boots, ginormous jelly snakes and clouds of boiled sweets . . . This is THE WIZARD OF OZ – but not as you know it!
Meet brave pre-schooler Little Dot as she embarks on a big adventure to the Emerald City, together with Toto, Tin Can, Scarecrow and Lion. This modern reimagining of a classic tale is a wonderful celebration of friendship, bravery and the importance of home. Sales Points
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October 2018 Egmont Sam Hay Meg McLaren
The Wizard of Oz ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781405286299 Paperback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 32 pages 245 x 275 mm Full Colour 3+
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Follow Little Dot down the yellow brick road to the wonderful world of Oz in this new picture book adaptation of L. Frank Baum's much-loved story.
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Younger, pre-school Dorothy character opens this classic story up to a picture book audience and a new generation.
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Friendly, colourful artwork from rising star Meg McLaren which reimagines the Oz characters perfectly for toddlers.
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Mesmerising front cover with RAINBOW GLITTER and an EYEPOPPING EMERALD FONT
The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz
Girl in the Window See the world from another unique perspective in the thrilling new novel from the author of I Have No Secrets. Nothing ever happens on Kasia's street. And Kasia would know, because her illness makes her spend days stuck at home, watching the world from her bedroom window. So when she sees what looks like a kidnapping, she's not sure whether she can believe her own eyes . . . There was a girl in the window opposite – she must have seen it too. But when Kasia goes to find her she is told the most shocking thing of all. There is no girl. An eye-opening and compulsive page-turner for readers aged 12 and up. Sales Points
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October 2018 Egmont Penny Joelson
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This book is another striking example of Penny's signature and distinctive combination of emotional contemporary YA and pageturning mystery.
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Explores the issue of domestic slavery, as well as immigration and living with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, all weaved in to a compelling story with unforgettable characters.
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‘Jemma’s perspective is so important and one that needs to be heard. It’s definitely worthwhile putting yourself in her shoes for a while’ Amazon review of I Have No Secrets.
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9781405286169 Paperback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 352 pages 198 x 129 mm 12 +
9781405286152
$3.99 9781760502263
$24.99 9781760501396
With the Solo: A Star Wars Story DVD Release, stock up on these amazing Solo and Chewie books! $17.99 9781760501693
Happy Birthday Thomas There’s something very special planned for Thomas’ birthday! But first Thomas has to work at the Quarry and then deliver the Troublesome Trucks. Will he ever get his surprise?
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September 2017 Hardie Grant Egmont Thomas & Friends
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Easy to lift flaps, perfect for little hands.
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Full colour illustrations that showcases Thomas and his best friends having fun on his Birthday!
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Perfect Birthday gift for little fans of Thomas!
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Thomas is the number one preschool licence and largest selling preschool toy in Aus.
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Over 200 Million copies of Thomas books have been sold worldwide!
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9781760500030 Board Book A$14.99/NZ$17.99 10 pages 210 x 210mm Full Colour 2+
Happy Birthday Thomas
Happy Birthday Thomas
12 Engines of Christmas Join Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends for a CHRISTMAS SINGALONG! Children will love counting the Christmas items and singing the festive lyrics based on the much-loved 12 Days of Christmas song. Refreshed and updated to feature the new Steam Team, it’s packed with festive fun and frolics. Thomas & Friends is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers. Children aged 2 and up will love meeting classic characters such as Percy, James, Gordon, and Toby down on The Fat Controller’s railway. Sales Points
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Thomas & Friends
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9781405291705 Board Book A$19.99/NZ$22.99 12 pages 240 x 240 mm Full Colour 2+
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Refreshed and updated to feature the new Steam Team, this festivethemed large chunky tabbed board book makes a great Christmas present!
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Children will love counting the Christmas items and singing the festive lyrics based on the much-loved 12 Days of Christmas song.
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Thomas & Friends is a great way to pass on the tradition of Thomas to early readers.
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Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 70 years. He ranks alongside other beloved character such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.
12 Engines of Christmas
12 Engines of Christmas
12 Engines of Christmas
A Tree for Christmas It wouldn’t be Christmas without a Christmas tree but when Winnie-the-Pooh and Piglet set off to find the perfect tree in the Hundred Acre Wood they soon run into difficulties …
But perhaps with the help of their friends Eeyore, Rabbit, Tigger and Owl, they’ll be able to make this a Christmas to remember after all. A warming winter tale for fans of The Best Bear in All The World, with delightful new illustrations. Sales Points • A Christmas adventure for Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood. •
Fresh new illustrations.
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A perfect stocking filler for Winnie-the-Pooh fans.
A Tree for Christmas
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Winnie-the-Pooh celebrated his 90th anniversary in 2016.
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Winnie-the-Pooh is one of the most enduring characters in the history of children’s literature.
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October 2017 Egmont Winnie-the-Pooh
9781405288910 Paperback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 32 pages 245 x 275 mm Full Colour 2+
Christmas Adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood It is Christmas Eve in the Hundred Acre Wood, and Pooh and all of his friends are gathering together for a party.
There is plenty to do to prepare, including decorating the Christmas tree and baking biscuits, but there is still time for building snowmen and drinking hot chocolate in front of the fire. Sales Points
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October 2018 Hardie Grant Egmont Winnie The Pooh
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9781760500436 Hardback A$16.99/NZ$19.99 32 pages 250 x 250 mm Full Colour 6+
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Features beautiful RED FOIL on the cover to make this title extra festive and perfect for a gift.
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An all-new story shows the magic of spending Christmas with the ones you love.
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Features a range of Christmas traditions that children will know and love, including decorating a Christmas tree end enjoying special festive food and drink.
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Classic, full colour Winnie-the-Pooh art brings the story to life, and gives the story a timeless feel.
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Contains a special section for children to fill in and personalise with their own favourite Christmas traditions.
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HARDBACK AT $16.99 FOR CHRISTMAS!
Christmas Adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood
Christmas Adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood
Christmas Adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood
Christmas Adventure in the Hundred Acre Wood
Thomas' Christmas Adventure Thomas can’t wait for Sodor’s Christmas Carnival! But when the decorations and presents for the Christmas Carnival go missing, it’s up to Thomas to find them before the Carnival begins!
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October 2017 Hardie Grant Egmont Thomas & Friends
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9781760509989 Board Book A$14.99/NZ$17.99 10 pages 210 x 210 mm Full Colour 3+
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All new Christmas adventure made especially for the ANZ market, without snow!
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Help Thomas find the Christmas presents and decorations before the Carnival begins!
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Sturdy flaps for little hands.
Thomas' Christmas Adventure
Thomas' Christmas Adventure
Christmas Book Beautifully illustrated, this book tells the timeless story of Christmas. Sales Points
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December 2014 Egmont Dick Bruna
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9781921288814 Hardback A$19.99/NZ$21.99 26 pages 160 x 291 mm Full Colour 2+
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A charming Christmas classic retold and illustrated by the late Dick Bruna in his iconic style.
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Interesting wide-format hardback makes this really stand out on the shelf.
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Features traditional Christmas images like angels, lovingly illustrated by Dick Bruna.
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Christmas Book has long been a family favourite as it introduces young children to the story of the nativity using simple, timeless language together with Dick Bruna's unique style of bold, striking illustrations.
Christmas Book
Christmas Book
Babar and Father Christmas Babar’s children have caught wind of a fellow in Man’s country named Father Christmas who brings joy and toys to little children. “If only we could bring him here,” they wish.
So they write the Christmas saint a letter inviting him to visit them. When they get no reply, Babar, ever the good father, rushes out to find the red-suited one. After much searching, and with the help of a dog named Duck, Babar reaches Father Christmas’s workshop in the snow. Can Babar find a way to bring him to Elephants’ country? Sales Points Publication: Imprint: Author:
October 2018 Egmont Jean De Brunhoff
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9781405292597 Hardback A$19.99/NZ$21.99 48 pages 225 x 300 mm Full Colour 3+
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Babar returns in this unusual and heart-warming Christmas story by Jean de Brunhoff.
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HARDBACK AT $19.99 FOR CHRISTMAS!
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Also in the Babar series, The Story of Babar.
9781405291811
It's Christmas! It’s Christmas! And Archie is SO EXCITED! He’s full of ideas to make this the most Christmassy Christmas EVER…
Uh-oh – look out! Everyone’s favourite rhino is back for a brilliantly funny festive romp, featuring homemade Christmas jumpers and an unexpected snowstorm! The latest addition to this award-winning series from Tracey Corderoy and Tim Warnes (No!, Why?, Now! and More!) is the perfect book for little ones who just can’t wait for Christmas! Sales Points Reissue: Imprint: Author: Illustrator:
November 2017 Little Tiger Press Tracey Corderoy Tim Warnes
It's Christmas! ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781848696716 Hardback A$14.99/NZ$17.99 32 pages 286 x250 mm Full Colour 3+
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Great value hardback picture book at only A$14.99!
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A hilarious sequel to No!, Why?, Now! and More!
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Cover features eye-catching spot-UV.
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This is the fifth book in the award-winning Archie series, which have printed over 250,000 copies worldwide, in 10 different languages.
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Perfect for little ones who are excited about Christmas!
Now in PAPERBACK
The Twelve Days of Christmas Introduce children to the traditional song, The Twelve Days of Christmas, in this beautiful new book, featuring illustrations by Britta Teckentrup. The peep-through pages reveal each new Christmas gift, creating a stunning layered effect. A perfect gift for your true love! Sales Points
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October 2018 Little Tiger Press Britta Teckentrup
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A perfect Christmas gift for a little true love, featuring beautiful illustrations by award-winning Britta Teckentrup.
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Clever die-cuts reveal each new gift as you turn the page, creating a stunning layered effect.
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A traditional song given new life with an innovative format.
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Embrace these beloved Britta books in a new paperback format, complete with all the special cover treatments her hardbacks are known for.
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Also available in a HARDBACK edition at $24.99
The Twelve Days of Christmas ISBN: Binding: RRP: Extent: Format: Illustrations: Age:
9781848697140 Paperback A$19.99/NZ$22.99 32 pages 215 x 261 mm Full Colour 3+ 9781848958869
Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Amelia Fang and the Unicorn Lords
9781405286725 Paperback $14.99/17.99
9781405287067 Paperback $14.99/17.99
The Vampire Knife
Troll Heart
Genie Rings
9781760129255 Paperback $16.99/19.99
9781760129262 Paperback $16.99/19.99
9781760129873 Paperback $16.99/19.99
Are Your Scared Darth Vader?
The Ghost Engine
Paperback $19.99 9781760502164
Paperback $4.99 9781405281478