Picture storybooks

SHORTLISTED FOR THE BEST DESIGNED CHILDREN'S/YOUNG ADULT SERIES ABDA AWARD 2020When a sloth's book becomes a snoozefest, a HERO with STYLE and PIZZAZZ has to take the lead.

There was a child,The sweetest ever,Until she learned these words:'NO!

A giant stands on the shore, watching the sea.

My unicorn is an icky, sticky disaster area, from his silly, sparkly horn to his polka dot bottom.

A beautifully illustrated, lyrical and informative story about dugongs, one of our most unique endangered animals.

Let's count kissesEveryone's been fed.

In this delightful Australian Christmas story, a group of little joeys - a red kangaroo, a numbat and a rock wallaby - are decorating the Christmas tree and getting ready for Santa's arrival.

'Every morning on our walk we see an amazing zoo, full of astonishing animals.

It's story time, but this book has bad news - as soon as it realises there are monsters in it, it's too scared to tell you the rest of the story!

Pink Piglet may be the littlest animal in the barn, but his friends know that he is also the bravest.

Selected as a CBCA (Children's Books Council of Australia) Notable Book of the Year: Early Childhood 2017In the summer holidays, a game of backyard cricket brings the whole neighbourhood together, and no one loves the game more than Arlo the dog.

Twinkle, twinkle, little star,How I wonder what you are!

Santa journeys around Australia on Christmas Eve delivering presents to all the Aussie animals who've made it onto the nice list, in this Christmas romp from bestselling illustrator Mandy Foot.

A story of the First Fleet, from the acclaimed author of My Mother's Eyes and Angel Of Kokoda.

FLAPPER, VC is based on the true story of an Australian carrier pigeon during World War II.

Winner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Picture Book Award 2019Winner of the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Crichton Award for Debut Illustrator 2017Selected as a CBCA Honour Picture Book 2017Shortlisted for PATRICIA WRIGHTSON PRIZE FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE 2018'Beautifully written and incredibly powerful.

A powerful and moving story about the bonds of brotherhood and the tragedy of war, from the creator of MY MOTHER'S EYES and ANGEL OF KOKODA.

Lucy's mum takes her to the library every Saturday.

Selected as a CBCA (Children's Book Council of Australia) Notable Picture Book of the Year 2017From award-winning Australian author Libby Hathorn and acclaimed illustrator Phil Lesnie, an exquisitely illustrated and deeply moving story of the Somme.

A baby orangutan is sleepy and it s time for bed, but not before saying Good night, me, from head to toe.

How clever is your dog?

Two ducks meet an incredible cast of characters on the river one day in this hilarious and vibrantly illustrated rhyming picture book.

The bestselling Wombat celebrates Christmas with his friends.

Little Bad Wolf dreams of being big and bad, wreaking havoc wherever he goes - just like his grandad, the Big Bad Wolf, before him.

A fun story about change, friendship and seeing things from someone else's perspective.

A moving and inspiring story about how we remember the past from two of Australia's most acclaimed picture book creators, Gary Crew and Shaun Tan.

Have you ever wondered what your dog is really thinking?

Three friends are setting off on a beach holiday - but when things go wrong, some quick thinking helps save the day.

A piglet's delightful adventure shows that trying new things can be rewarding and fun.

From award-winning author and illustrator Mark Wilson, a stunning celebration of the beauty and majesty of whales.

A heartfelt story of the bond of love and devotion between a man and his dog in war.

A delightful seaside story about making friends when you least expect it, from a pair of very talented new picture book creators.

Count down to an Aussie Christmas, from 10 Christmas crackers ready to pop, to 1 last present underneath the tree.

Father Sky and Mother Earth Father Sky and Mother Earth created a beautiful world.

This Ladybird Classic ebook is an abridged retelling of the classic tale of Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.

This Ladybird Classic ebook is an abridged retelling of the classic vampire tale of Dracula by Bram Stoker.

Elmore Green started life as an only child, as many children do.

Peter, Benjamin and Lily are starting a club - an amazing adventure club!

Based on the number one pre-school and BAFTA winning TV animation, Peppa Pig, this wonderful story book is perfect for reading at bedtime, playtime and over and over again!

The story of Snow White and Rose Red is one of the lesser-known fairy tales, collected by the Brothers Grimm in Germany in the 19th century.

The story of Peter and the Wolf was written as a musical composition for children by the Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev.

The classic American story - The Wizard of Oz - from Ladybird!

The classic story - Alice in Wonderland - from Ladybird!

The Christmas Tale of Peter Rabbit is a brand new tale from Emma Thompson.

This Ladybird Classic is an abridged retelling of the classic story of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, making it perfect for introducing the story to younger children, or for newly confident readers to tackle alone.

This Ladybird Classic is an abridged retelling of the classic story of The Railway Children by Edith Nesbit, making it perfect for introducing the story to younger children, or for newly confident readers to tackle alone.

Based on the traditional fairy tale 'The Ugly Duckling', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home.

Based on the traditional fairy tale 'Cinderella', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home.

Based on the classic story 'Puss in Boots', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home.

Based on the classic story 'Hansel and Gretel', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home.