Ghassan grows up a free spirit among the constrained lives of the displaced in the Palestinian refugee camp of Yarmouk, Syria. His best friends are Badawi, who is all football, fists and fast-money schemes, and Sama, the girl whose eyes mirror the sky. The ghosts of time, life and death remain hidden, but when the Arab Spring ignites a wave of protest and hope across the region, the drums of war begin to thunder, and devastating secrets rise to the surface.
Sama is the first to disappear. The government’s brutal crackdown against dissent shatters their fragile world. Ghassan vanishes into one of Assad’s notorious prisons, where he is tortured mercilessly and barely survives. When he emerges from the underground, he finds Yarmouk camp under siege, his home in ruins, his mother changed, and his father dying. As fighters and civilians starve in a camp sealed off from the world, the truth of the past unravels.
Told with aching intimacy and poetic force, The Hair of the Pigeon is an epic tale of exile, survival, and indestructible love, tracing a path from the atrocities of the Syrian civil war, across the Mediterranean, to present-day Copenhagen.
"With Morsi’s ear for dialogue and eye for the human touch, this work shows the power of the novel to transcend the often-transient nature of the media cycle." Antony Loewenstein
"In this luminous second novel, Mohammed Massoud Morsi confirms himself as one of our essential storytellers, artfully weaving beauty and brutality with a rare tenderness – a reminder that even in ruin, humanity endures." Sara M Saleh
Helena Pantsis’ surreal short story collection explores the plights of womanhood through the lens of mothers and the children of mothers. In 21 stories of the strange and the uncanny, Mother Salad unravels the image of the woman in shambles, identity fractured and exploring a world which has long abandoned the creature it so carefully constructed, betrayed by the very people she has been taught to trust.
‘Pantsis upends expectations on the narratives that society feeds us and how they manifest in our psyche over time. A searing and unique collection of startling originality.’ – Emily Tsokos Purtill
]]>Interwoven in the anguish and trauma of Palestine, is a cross-border romance of ineffable charm—served equally with the remorseless realism of war and the bare-skinned surrender of two young warriors who break the rules. He, a Palestinian and she, an Israeli soldier—confront the tyrannies of power—political, religious, and personal.
In a surge of almost giddying prose that pulls us page-by-page, that questions our values in a fever of anticipation, the reader is confronted by the dichotomy between love and the lifetime punishment of war. What do we ultimately become when we are bereft of hope? Are we really prepared to pay the price for what we believe? This trilogy of novels begins with the reckless urge of idealism. It traverses the personal narrative rarely heard and closes with a finale that any lover would applaud. It is irresistible reading.
"Vital, brutal and tender, The Palace of the Angels is written with the urgency of breaking news and the delicacy of poetry. This is Morsi at his passionate best."
Geraldine Brooks
"Morsi is a tremendous storyteller who pulls off this ambitious, big work because he pays attention to the details, treating his characters with tenderness even at the moments when the reader thinks they least deserve it. This is a book to be read and re-read."
Randa Abdel-Fattah
Historian and heritage expert Malcolm Traill presents a compelling collection of stories and rare images, originally published in local outlets since 2017. Now brought together for the first time, these tales offer a vibrant portrait of Albany’s layered past – its people, its places, and the events that have shaped the region.
To mark Albany’s 2026 bicentenary of European settlement, South is both a celebration and a reflection – an invitation to rediscover the unique heritage of a town at the southern edge of a vast continent.
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We are all formed by our childhoods. These are the years that define us, and that teach us the most important lessons about the world we live in. These are the years we must cherish and protect.
In August 1939 Raya Goldtwig’s secure and happy childhood as the three-year-old daughter of a prosperous Jewish shop owner in Warsaw came to a sudden end. Together with her father, mother and brother, she fled across the border to Soviet territory, enduring terror and uncertainty but also building a new home and a new community. When Nazi Germany invaded, though, Raya and her family again had to flee.
Against such a terrible backdrop, Raya’s story of love, community and wonder is a testament to the human spirit and the power of hope in the face of tragedy. Looking through a young girl’s eye, she clearly shows why childhood is precious, and why we must ensure all children are safe from the evil of war.
Meet Kat Hale, a bestselling Australian author crumbling under the pressure of writing her second novel who has fled to a writers retreat in the South of France run by internationally acclaimed author Helen Thorne. What Kat hopes will be two blissfully uninterrupted weeks to focus on her writing in anonymity and soak up the Provençal atmosphere quickly turns into something more sinister, when Helen abruptly announces she’s working on a new project that sounds uncannily similar to Kat’s own work.
That’s when Kat stumbles upon a discovery about Helen’s bestseller. While Kat scours the crumbling mansion for proof, she discovers that this isn’t the first time a retreat attendee has accused Helen of plagiarism. But that writer disappeared without trace.
Will Kat’s desire to uncover the truth about Helen and reclaim her own story be any match for Helen’s desire to hold onto her career, her reputation and her writing retreat, and is Kat in danger of falling victim to the same fate?
]]>Take a deep breath, grab your favourite pencils, markers or crayons, and cruise into a world where the sun’s always shining, the sea breeze carries a hint of mischief, and the local wildlife might just be throwing a backyard party.
Created by beloved Australian illustrator Brentos, this delightful colouring book is your perfect companion for slow mornings, quiet afternoons, and chilled-out evenings.
From sandy shores to backyard barbies, Summer Vibes captures the essence of an Aussie summer in 45 original, hand-drawn illustrations. Whether it’s a surfing koala, a relaxing roo on a lilo, or a nail-biting game of cul-de-sac cricket, every page is a celebration of the simple joys of summer.
This book is designed to help you unwind, unplug, and reconnect with your creativity. With bold lines, playful details, and a few cheeky surprises tucked into each page, it’s perfect for colourers of all ages.
Each Cruisy Colouring book features:
- 45 original artworks by Australian illustrator Brentos.
- Single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through and make framing easy.
- Premium paper stock that’s smooth and satisfying to colour.
- Aussie animals, beach scenes, and summer fun in every design.
- Bold, easy-to-colour lines for a relaxing and joyful experience.
Whether you're a seasoned colourist or just looking for a mindful moment with a side of giggle, Cruisy Colouring is your ticket to a slower, sunnier, and slightly sillier state of mind. Be inspired by the world of Brentos and create your own pastel-popping Australiana-chic masterpiece.
Collect the whole Cruisy Colouring series:
Summer Vibes
Into the Bush
Aussie Road Trip
The Big Blue
Take a deep breath, grab your favourite pencils, markers or crayons, and cruise into a world where the sun’s always shining, the sea breeze carries a hint of mischief, and the local wildlife might just be throwing a backyard party.
Created by beloved Australian illustrator Brentos, this delightful colouring book is your perfect companion for slow mornings, quiet afternoons, and chilled-out evenings.
From forest trails to creek swims, Into the Bush captures the essence of Aussie bush life in 45 original, hand-drawn illustrations. Whether it’s a lively kookaburra flock, an all-in billabong party, or a lone snoozing koala, every page is a celebration of the wild and wonderful outdoors.
This book is designed to help you unwind, unplug, and reconnect with your creativity. With bold lines, playful details, and a few cheeky surprises tucked into each page, it’s perfect for colourers of all ages.
Each Cruisy Colouring book features:
- 45 original artworks by Australian illustrator Brentos.
- Single-sided pages to prevent bleed-through and make framing easy.
- Premium paper stock that’s smooth and satisfying to colour.
- Aussie animals, beach scenes, and summer fun in every design.
- Bold, easy-to-colour lines for a relaxing and joyful experience.
Whether you're a seasoned colourist or just looking for a mindful moment with a side of giggle, Cruisy Colouring is your ticket to a slower, sunnier, and slightly sillier state of mind. Be inspired by the world of Brentos and create your own pastel-popping Australiana-chic masterpiece.
Collect the whole Cruisy Colouring series:
Summer Vibes
Into the Bush
Aussie Road Trip
The Big Blue
Another sparkling, gloriously illustrated story celebrating kindness and friendship, from adored, award-winning creators Reeve & McIntyre.
]]>Sarah McIntyre is easy to spot in her pointy glasses and hats. Sometimes she writes and draws picture books and comics herself, and sometimes she illustrates books for other people, including Giles Andreae, Alan MacDonald, Gillian Rogerson, Anne Cottringer and Claire Freedman.
When Philip and Sarah make books together, they both brainstorm the story ideas, then Philip writes them and Sarah illustrates them. But occasionally they swap roles for a bit. And they love dressing up.
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There are LOADS of them!
They are TINY!
Bobbletown is under attack - from the cutest, silliest and zaniest alien invasion EVER! The super-powered Megalomaniacs have crash-landed, and they're going to do their very best to take over planet Earth! That is, if they don't get in each others' way first . . .
Jam-packed with Jamie Smart's unique exuberant humour and artwork, Megalomaniacs is the newest extravaganza in children's comics! You've never read ANYTHING like this before!
]]>This unofficial and unauthorized pocketbook is a must-have for fans of the pop princess, packed with facts about her albums, tours, upbringing and relationships. Celebrating Sabrina's journey from child star to Grammy-winning artist, is offers a closer look at the milestones, moments and magic that define her career.
Gemini Pockets
From little guides to soothe your soul to all-access passes to the lives of pop icons, and from quizzes and puzzles for literature lovers to books on food, nature, fashion and more, Gemini Pockets are the perfect fit for your life and interests.
Skrimsli is the second fantasy adventure from author Nicola Davies set in a world where animals and humans can sometimes share their thoughts. It traces the early life of Skrimsli, the tiger sea captain who stole readers’ hearts in The Song that Sings Us. He and his friends, Owl and Elo, must escape the clutches of the tyrannical circus owner Kobret Majak, and his twin assassin-acrobats, then stop a war and save the ancient forest, where the Tiger, and the Owl are sacred guardians. Skrimsli and his friends are helped by the Palatine, desert princess and her eagle, a chihuahua who thinks she’s a wolf, a horse with heart of gold and the crew of a very unusual ship. This is a story full of excitement and danger, that explores themes of friendship, loyalty, identity and love, in the context of some of humanity’s toughest problems.
Jackie Morris is an award-winning writer and illustrator, living and working in Wales. She’s illustrated many books and written some, including The Seal Children ( winner of Tir na N’og children’s book prize) and The Lost Words with Robert Macfarlane (winner of Kate Greenaway Medal). She also received the Hay Medal for lllustration for The Lost Words.
]]>Growing up she liked nothing better than reading mystery and boarding school stories by torchlight, when she should have been fast asleep. Her love of these books has inspired her to write.
]]>Something is amiss at the Paradise Heights Miniature Railway. And this suits Fleck Parker just fine – she’s on the hunt for a new puzzle to solve. Expensive equipment and supplies have disappeared and nobody knows why. Who could possibly wish harm on a community group delivering Sunday afternoon fun on a fleet of jolly little engines?
Fleck is frenetic as ever as she feeds a hungry baby, placates a cranky toddler, executes an (almost) on-time school run and investigates crime – all without losing her Wordle streak. Her best friend, Trixie, is scrambling to manage the Many Hands Society Craft Shop, where volatile volunteers are becoming a real problem.
Fleck has never met a puzzle she didn’t want to solve, and this one is just the ticket. Nobody suspects the cheerful mum asking questions at the railway as she tries to untangle the conundrum. But idyllic bushland and miniature villages hide a sinister mystery, darker and more complex than anyone imagined. Will Fleck’s attempts to derail the thief land her on the wrong side of the tracks?
]]>Guided by a mysterious message, Cori, Tarn and Jem sail north to meet the secretive Loyalists, who will help them on their quest for the Oceanforged Armour.
Instead, the Loyalists warn of a looming disaster. Unless Cori can master all the powers of the Champions before it strikes, Aquinta will be doomed.
The Loyalists believe that a piece of armour may be hidden in Mutemount. But sea monsters once lurked in those waters, and no one who has travelled near the silent island in the last century has ever returned …
Dive into the second epic instalment of the Oceanforged series, from the bestselling author of The Grandest Bookshop in the World.
]]>Luna Merrian is going on a BIG trip, and she could not be more excited!
But school camp isn't all toasted marshmallows and fun activities. Being away from home is an adventure in itself, especially when Luna hears some seriously spooky noises at night ...
Can Luna find a way to enjoy school camp?
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This was the question that fascinated Hannah Moloney. So she went out and asked. She spoke to politicians, artists, community leaders, activists and thousands of ordinary gardeners. This book explores their answers – sometimes surprising, often philosophical, always insightful. Much more than a gardening book, Why We Garden is a joyful, life-affirming exploration of nature, humanity and community. Featuring interviews with Tim Winton, Bruce Pascoe, Laura Tingle, Clare Bowditch, Bob Brown, Costa Georgiadis and many more.
Gracie Sparks has just turned twelve, which means she’s practically a woman. So why does her family still treat her like she’s five years old and allergic to independence? At least she'll be starting at Middleton Grammar soon, where she's sure to continue her streak of being cool, popular and top of her year.
Only Gracie is about to discover that becoming popular in high school isn’t that simple, especially when the only people she knows are her she-devil sister, Imogen, and the painfully boring Margot Pederson. And it turns out that Middleton cool girls definitely don’t shave their toes. Who knew?
Told through hilariously relatable diary entries, this is a story about growing up, standing out and (not) fitting in.
]]>Garth Cochrane studied Visual Communications (Illustration) at the University of South Australia and has worked as an animator, freelance illustrator and videogame artist for clients including LucasArts, Warner Brothers and Halfbrick. Now a passionate primary visual arts teacher, Garth brings his love of storytelling and creativity into the classroom every day.
He was the winner of the 2025 Little Book Press Mentorship Program, and this debut picture book marks the exciting beginning of his journey as a children's book illustrator.
Malie grew up hearing tales of selkies; shape-shifting women who shed their sealskins to seduce fisherman on the Orkney shores. That's the story of how her parents met and it must be true because one day her mother slipped into the sea and was never seen again.
Raised by her father, Malie has always done what she's been told, and now she's married and expecting her first baby. Life on land is predictable and safe, and her future is all mapped out for her. But just like the seals in the sea, there's a wildness in Malie's soul – one that cannot be tamed and deeply yearns for the sea.
Dealing with themes of motherhood, grief, violence and female oppression, The Woman In the Seal Skin is a wonderfully haunting and atmospheric tale of a woman living in a cloistered community on a wild Scottish island, who one day meets her wildness within.
*Note to kids:
Any POOr adult who reads this aloud will definitely say POO. I promise.
Your Grand POObah, Stephen.
This gross but clever book is perfect for reading aloud and guaranteed to deliver giggles.
]]>Rudi de Wet is a graphic artist and illustrator known for bold, colourful and energetic artwork that celebrates craft, character and joy. His practice spans illustration, character design, hand-drawn lettering, pattern work and large-scale interior artworks, created for a diverse range of clients and collaborations worldwide.
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