AustLit

'Get ready for a feathered adventure with Romeo Fortez … the cutest sloth EVER … and the world’s most daring superhero!

'Romeo’s nemesis, the unhinged Professor Ian Weird-Warp, is at it again. Bent on revenge, he concocts a quirky catastrophe. Mixing chicken and goat genes, he spawns a gang of eccentric chick-oats and they’re on the loose in the Big Apple, destroying everything in their path all the while chanting, ‘Berk-berk-baa!’

'As the team faces off against Professor Weird-Warp’s sinister demands for Romeo’s surrender, they must hatch a brilliant plan to thwart the mad professor’s wicked schemes once and for all.

'Can this unlikely crew save the city from the clutches of the chick-oats?'(Publication summary)

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'An amusing look at the alternative paths that Australian history might have taken in Australia's Gold Rush.

'The What If histories of Australia imagines a very different history of Australia, where the unexpected happens in unexpected ways. Starting by defining the real histories, the book then looks at possible paths of different settlements that history could have taken. 

'Gold Fever is what makes ordinary people act like completely crazy people .  And there are plenty of examples of that in this book!

' We all know that gold makes people act a bit crazy – but imagine just how crazy things would be if the 19th Century Australian colonies were all run by different countries. The French in modern day Victoria and British in modern day New South Wales would be busy coming up with crazy plans to steal each other’s gold. And indigenous people, diggers and bushrangers would have their own plans as to who should get the gold. As would a peculiar bushranger in armour, with plans to start a new Irish republic. 

' A very different and amusing history of Australia, where the unexpected happens in unexpected ways.'  (Publication summary)

'A summer shower brings the delight of a rainbow. Is there truly magic at the end that Dad believes there is? Join Xavier and Sophie and they frolic in their backyard, creating rainbows and chaos with imaginative and experimental water play. The children quickly discover the joy of chasing rainbows. But will they ever discover the secret of what lies at the end of the rainbow? Perhaps Dad can show them how?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'This is a tale of family, foe and footy. Miriyan's people have lived in this land for thousands of years. When Miriyan leaves her home in the heart of Australia she encounters both homesickness and racism. How will Miriyan overcome her fears? Can the answers lie in her grandfather's stories? A thought-provoking tale of hope, forgiveness and reconciliation.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Ben and his dog, Bandit know how to avoid having baths for a whole week – or do they? A fun story full of chaos, mess, noise and adventure as Ben and his beloved pet, Bandit avoid having baths for an entire week.

'Ben and his best friend, Bandit have decided it’s ‘NO BATHS’ week. Mum plays along but challenges them to find other ways to get clean.

'Will Ben and Bandit come up with a clever plan? And will they rediscover their love of having a bath?

'This humorous story is bursting with mess, noise, and adventure. A perfect balance of fun and chaos for anyone involved in this often loved, but sometimes dreaded, daily bath routine.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'It’s Johnny’s birthday but he is no longer here. His family still gathers and lovingly celebrates him on his birthday. By continuing Johnny’s favourite party traditions, and sharing special memories, the family feel a sense of closeness and comfort on this day of remembrance. They will always cherish Johnny, their Forever Kid.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

Ella saw the Tree is an entertaining story about living in the moment. This beautiful and reflective picture book teaches a simple but important lesson. By taking a moment to slow down and really appreciate your surroundings even the simple things can be surprising and fun. One windy day, as Ella plays in her backyard, she is showered by leaves. When she looks up, Ella sees a tree in her backyard ... has it always been there? And why is it crying? It’s not until Ella carefully and attentively takes the time to - smell, listen, feel and look - that she discovers the tree in her backyard, as if for the very first time. By slowing down and experiencing new sensations, Ella learns to appreciate the simple things in life.' (Synopsis)

'Barnaby is a bunny with big ideas and plans to make Bunnyville a better place. Barnaby wants a garden, but the mayor won’t agree, ‘Bunnies don’t plant, Bunnies dig!’'

'Barnaby refuses to give up and comes up with a clever plan to help the other bunnies discover where the real treasure is kept!' (Source: Big sky Publishing website)