AustLit

'Let's go on a renewable energy adventure and imagine a brighter future for the whole blinkin' planet! Join engaging TV host and science communicator Lee Constableand award-winning graphic novelist and ex-quantum physicist Aska, as they explore the future of energy.

'Join an electrifying mission exploring the future of energy! Find out more about everyday energy, our fossil-fuel climate culprits - coal, oil and gas - and the exciting world of renewables.

'Power up your brains! As an imagineer and eco-superhero, you will level up your energy know-how through quick quizzes and shocking facts, and learn more about the science behind power.

'You can be a bright spark just like our superhero, Captain Kilowatt. It's going to be a tonne of blinkin' fun!' (Publication summary)

'When Grandma Burnt Her Bra uses humour to tell the story of feminism and women’s rights, exploring how, throughout history, both men and women have broken down barriers. The illustrations help convey, carefully and quirkily, the complex message that things were not always equal — and that they are not yet equal — which means that each generation faces the continued fight for equality. The call to action is to carry the flame forward. And best of all, this book has dinosaurs!' (Publication summary)

'This beautifully printed, full colour collection of seven short comics and comic-poems is all about: love, loss, desire, obsession and the limbo.

'From an ill-fated road-trip across Western Australia, to an extreme personal transformation after a break-up, this 32 page book is a visual exploration of big emotions, as well as the quiet, everyday moments.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'In this fun-filled picture book, our main character is convinced they’re not in a book. After all, if this was a book, there’d be pages to turn … Oops! We’ve turned the page.

'But that’s not proof this is a book. If it was a book, there’d be interesting settings and problems to solve. Hold on! Why is our lead character being chased by a lion? Why are pirates stealing treasure? And are those mermaids playing in a rock band?

'This is NOT a Book! is the perfect introduction to how to tell a story.' (Publication summary)

'Maisie has always dreamed of meeting her hero, Kara Bufano, an amputee actor who plays a kick-arse amputee character in her favourite show. Fancon is big and exciting and exhausting. Then she meets Ollie, a cute volunteer who she has a lot in common with. Could this be the start of something, or will her mum, who doesn’t seem to know what boundaries are, embarrass her before she and Ollie have a chance?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'There’s been a devastating wildfire in the bushland and Ebony and Jay, our Eco Rangers, are doing their best to find injured animals. As they rescue a cute little possum with burned paws, they also discover that some people have been camping in the area that was devastated by the fire. What were they doing there? This is a mystery for the Eco Rangers!

'Eco Rangers is an action-packed series centred around two best friends, who rescue and rehabilitate sick and injured wildlife through their local conservation centre. Ebony and Jay love helping others and looking after the environment. In each story, they meet new animal friends, solve mysteries and learn more about nature. Meet the Eco Rangers and dive into their brand new adventures!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Audrey has the worst case of 'imaginitis' her teachers have ever seen! While other children paint their families, Audrey paints the ogre who lives under her bed drinking tea. Instead of singing about a black sheep, she writes her own song about a desk with legs that runs away. Her alphabet turns into soup. It's clear that her 'imaginitis' is incurable. What's worse, her condition is contagious and soon the other kids in her class start showing symptoms of an equally incurable imagination! As 'imaginitis' spreads, the teachers are horrified and the parents begin to protest too. But perhaps imagination isn't such a bad disease after all? It might even be useful if it makes learning more fun.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'When Ebony and Jay, the famous Eco Rangers, rescue a frightened-looking pelican covered in fuel, they know something terrible has happened. Why is the sea full of petrol? And where does it come from? As the Eco Rangers start investigating, they end up getting into big trouble. Join them on their mystery-solving adventures! Eco Rangers to the rescue!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'The Eco Rangers, Ebony and Jay, are having so much fun at the local adventure park. But when they find two abandoned baby bats, they rescue them right away. Then they discover more microbes inside an old rollercoaster rid. Can the Eco Rangers save the animals in time before the ride is destroyed?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Just because you can’t spell doesn’t mean you can’t write!

'A young boy has a mind full of wonderful stories but when he writes them down, day after day, they come back covered in red pen after his teachers have corrected his spelling. It seems his dyslexia will always hold him back from sharing his creativity the way he longs to. Then a new teacher arrives at school! My Storee is an engaging and creatively designed picture book that provides inspiration and support for reluctant writers and dyslexics, and shows the importance and power of good teachers.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'From the moment Pepsi launches into her new household it's clear that she is disruptive, definitely NOT house-trained and boy can she slobber!

'"Pepsi poked her head out. She looked at the last sausage still sitting on the carpet, and licked her lips. In a flash, Pepsi bounced out, grabbed the sausage and scurried backwards into her hidey-hole.

'There was a loud slurp.

'Then a burp."

'Pepsi's left a trail of destruction in her wake and Rosie's mum has had enough.

'Will Rosie have to say goodbye to Pepsi?' (Publication summary)

'Pete is hoping - desperately hoping - for a telescope. There's nothing he wants more for his birthday. But when a mysterious card arrives in the mail, what Pete wants is turned totally upside down.' (Publication summary)