I read this beautiful book to my children every Easter. The original author of the traditional folktale has been lost, but The Tale of…

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I’ve been waiting for this gorgeous new book by much loved author/illustrator Anna Walker. It’s a tender story about change, resilience and new beginnings. Moving is…

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This is one of my favourite books by Mark Sperring. A tender book about the shape of love that’s perfect bedtime reading for littlies…

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The Newcastle Writers Festival is over for another year. I knew it was going to be inspiring, I just didn’t realise the inspiration would be…

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This is a beautiful quiet, reflective book. Bestselling author Nina Laden poses questions about memory and encourages curiosity in the world around us. “Does…

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Heading back to Melbourne for a special girls weekend, I asked one of my friends for any suggestions on ‘must-see’ events while I was in…

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Julia Donaldson is the queen of rhyme and storytelling, and teamed with iconic illustrator Axel Scheffler they are unstoppable. Everyone loves the Gruffalo, but…

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People collect all sorts of souvenirs when they travel. I collect picture books (yes not the best plan for traveling light!) I love browsing…

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Bestselling author/illustrator Aaron Blabey needs no introduction. Children and adults alike love his books. My favourite would have to be Thelma the Unicorn and not…

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This is one of my favourite books to give new parents. “For the unborn and unseen. For wish and wonder and wait, bellies and…

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