Cirrus@Austlit

'The second exciting book about Millie and her superpower of making everyday objects into something beautiful and useful.

'Millie Mak is now ten, and often feels shy and awkward. But by using her special gift to make handy and beautiful things, Millie befriends residents at the aged care home where her mum works. When the whole school becomes involved in making hats for the residents, a tricky situation arises between Millie's friends. Millie is a maker - but can she also mend friendships?

'Millie also discovers her sewing superpower can attract the attention of important adults. And when she and her friends are invited to be on TV - on Young Hero Hour! - they must work out how to stay true to themselves.

'From the creators of Millie Mak the Maker comes further exciting adventures, plus detailed but easy-to-follow instructions to make the beautiful things that feature in the book.'  (Publication summary)

'An inspiring series for young and old makers by the award-winning author-illustrator team Alice Pung and Sher Rill Ng.

'Nine-year-old Millie Mak has discovered she has a superpower!

'Using everyday objects, Millie turns them into something new, beautiful and useful. Who would ever think that a sunhat could be made from an old bedsheet, a skirt from a tea-towel, or some hair scrunchies from a scarf?

'Through her creativity and clever thinking, Millie also deals with different friendships, tricky family challenges, and contributes to the school fete.

'You can make the special objects Millie creates from the detailed and yet easy-to-follow instructions included in the book. And best of all, nothing needs to be bought!

'From award-winning author-illustrator team, Alice Pung and Sher Rill Ng, comes the first book in an inspiring new series for young and old makers.' (Publication summary)

'Xiao Xin believes he is a red fire warrior but his family are always telling him to be careful. They believe the world is a dangerous place. Too dangerous for a little boy on his own.

'They don't understand what I can do!

'They don't understand what I can be!

'Renowned storytellers Alice Pung and Sher Rill Ng bring to life a beautiful and tender story about learning to conquer your own fears - as a child, and as an adult.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Alone is his room, Felix is frightened. A wild storm is raging outside, and the silver moon has disappeared. But, with the help of his trusty torch and some new friends, Felix finds the courage to frolic with shadows and discover incredible new worlds. A story of adventure, imagination and bravery inspired by Asian shadow puppetry. Includes information section about the history and art of Asian shadow puppetry, featuring images from the collections of the National Library of Australia.'  (Publication summary)

''My invention is ready!' exclaimed Nell. 'I need to show it to the people in the Big City, and Uncle said he could take me there tomorrow.' 'It won't work,' scoffed Little Brother, with his mouth full of fish.

'Little Nell has worked hard to make an invention that will help clean up the pollution in the Big City. But she soon discovers that it can be hard for a girl to get the attention of the people in charge. A wonderful picture book about a little girl with a determined spirit who just needs a bit of help to make the world a better place for everyone.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'The renowned girl hero and feisty author presents an illustrated collection of 'tilted' fairy tales featuring girls with smarts.

'Feisty: typically one who is relatively small, lively, determined and courageous. Girls can rescue themselves—just watch Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella and Thumbelina create their own happily-ever-afters in this beautiful and emboldening bedtime book. A glorious treasury for young girls—and boys—featuring artwork from four leading Australian illustrators: Beth Norling, Claire Robertson, Lucinda Gifford and Sher Rill Ng.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.