Exciting news! Here’s what’s coming soon in term one ...

We’re delighted to share a sneak peek at our upcoming story releases for term one – our team couldn't be more thrilled to add these wonderful new books to our library, and to welcome back a few of our favourite storytellers (as well as some exciting new storytellers!). Here is what we’ll be adding to your TBR list in the coming months – and stay tuned for more updates and storyteller reveals too!

The Month that Makes the Year

Written and illustrated by Inda Ahmad Zahri
Read by Susan Carland

It's the first time for Deenie, the youngest member of a Muslim family, to fast during Ramadan. She comes across some challenges, but by the end of the month, she learns that there is a lot more to Ramadan than giving up food and water.

Exploring Ramadan through the eyes of a Muslim child, this graceful and authentic story illuminates the sense of belonging to both the community and the universe that this month of fasting, prayer and reflection brings, as well as the sense of accomplishment that springs from sacrifice.
*N.B. this title is licensed for viewing in Australia & New Zealand only. 

Our World of Wild Wonders

Written by Jevita Nilson, Illustrated by Jess Racklyeft
Read by Peter Houghton

Earth’s wildlife is nothing short of extraordinary. There are colour-changing chameleons in the forests of Madagascar and cliff-climbing goats in the European Alps. There are fluorescent fish in the depths of the Mariana Trench and wildfire-surviving echidnas in the Australian bush.

Our World of Wild Wonders explores the unique animal species that inhabit our planet. Some mighty, some meek, but all wondrous in their own special way.

Shall we go explore?

Schmoof

Written and illustrated by Heidi McKinnon
Read by Chris Alosio

A dog makes a great best friend ... unless you are a cat! An adorable picture book and a story to warm the heart of anyone who has ever loved a playful furball, from the author of the bestselling and much-loved Floof and I Just Ate My Friend.
*N.B. this title is licensed for viewing in Australia & New Zealand only. 

Hello Cocky

Written by Hilary Bell, Illustrated by Antonia Pesenti
Read by Chris Alosio

From treetops to rooftops, follow Australia's most mischievous bird in this exuberant celebration of the cockatoo.

Who rules the skies from back garden to bush,

Launching from trees with a screech and a whoosh?

Bossy and smart, loves to put on a show,

Who could it be now? Why, Cocky — hello!

With playful rhyming text and bold, graphic illustrations, award-winning creators Hilary Bell and Antonia Pesenti celebrate the unique spirit and curiosity of the cockatoo.

Tree: A Little Story About Big Things

Written by Danny Parker, Illustrated by Matt Ottley
Read by Danny Parker

Henry is a small sapling who grows into a big strong tree under the protection of an even bigger and stronger tree. But then comes the longest night with drenching waters and howling winds, and the biggest and strongest tree falls. Henry is alone and his heart is hollow until he hears the small voice of a new sapling growing amongst his strong roots. This book is part of Matt Ottley’s The Sound of Picture Books initiative, a series of unique intermodal performances, where he composes music for his picture books.

Words that Taste Like Home

Written by Sandhya Parappukkaran, Illustrated by Michelle Pereira
Read by Sandhya Parappukkaran

Rohan loves spending time with his grandmother, making mango pickle and sharing stories. But when he moves to a different country and learns a new language, words from his first language start slipping away until one day there are none left.

How will Rohan find the words to tell his grandmother a story again?

This is a heart-warming picture book about how language can connect us to our culture and hold on to the people we love, and a much-anticipated follow-up to 2022’s CBCA award-winning The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name and 2024’s NSW Premier’s Literary award-winning Stay for Dinner.

*N.B. this title is licensed for viewing in Australia & New Zealand only. 

Maggie the Dragon

Written by Tony Armstrong, Illustrated by Emma Sjaan Beukers
Read by Tony Armstrong

Maggie the Dragon is the BEST flyer. She LOVES to do skydives, barrel rolls and heaps of loop-de-loops! Maggie's job is to guard the most FARAWAY edges of the kingdom. She's not scared of any creature, big or small, even the SCARY ones.

The problem is that other creatures are sometimes SCARED of Maggie. Really, all she wants is to travel the world and have new ADVENTURES, but that's hard when people run away at the sight of her.

Maggie might be the best flyer in the kingdom, but can she convince everyone not to be scared of her? A fun and heart-warming story about being seen and loved for who you really are from beloved TV personality Tony Armstrong, with artwork by Emma Sjaan Beukers, the team behind the best-selling George the Wizard.

*N.B. this title is licensed for viewing in Australia & New Zealand only. 

How to Measure the Ocean

Written and illustrated by Inda Ahmad Zahri
Read by Susan Carland

How DO you measure something as vast and dynamic as the ocean? A poetic invitation to explore the shallows and depths of the ocean, sparking curiosity and wonder while introducing early maths concepts along the way.

Inda Ahmad Zahri is an author, illustrator, surgical doctor and scuba diver. She was inspired to create this book when her daughter said, ‘What I love about numbers is that they go on and on and on forever.’

*N.B. this title is licensed for viewing in Australia & New Zealand only.