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1 y separately published work icon What a Wonderful World Leisa Stewart-Sharpe , Lydia Hill (illustrator), London : Templar Publishing , 2021 23160902 2021 single work picture book information book children's

'Explore our planet, meet the Earth Shakers.

'Our world is WONDERFUL - and it's worth protecting.

'This book takes you on a breathtaking tour of our planet - from towering mountaintops, through grasslands, jungles, rivers, deserts, polar wildernesses and into the blue ocean - to discover the incredible variety of life that calls it home. Along the way, read the stories of 35 inspiring Earth Shakers - children and adults, from tree-planters to scientists, from all around the world - who have taken action to protect it.

'Plus, find lots of practical tips and handy resources inside that give you the tools to make a positive change today.

'With lots of practical tips throughout and handy resources on how to find out more, every budding young activist will be inspired to make a change for a better future.'

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1 1 y separately published work icon What's Up Top? Marc Martin , Marc Martin (illustrator), London : Templar Publishing , 2018 11625759 2017 single work picture book children's

'What's at the top of the ladder? Is it a hat? Is it a cat? Is it a snail on a whale? Simple, playful and absurdist, this new picture book by Marc Martin is about imagination and creativity. Reminiscent of Press Here by Herve Tullet, Dr Seuss and I Want my Hat Back by Jon Glasson.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Incredible Dadventure Dave Lowe , 2017 Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2017- 10498080 2017 series - author children's fiction
1 y separately published work icon The Incredible Dadventure Dave Lowe , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2017 10498040 2017 single work children's fiction children's

'Holly's dad is an explorer, having amazing adventures all over the world, while Holly is stuck at home with her mum, her baby brother and the dog. Now Dad's on a new expedition and he'll miss her tenth birthday. She's not happy - until she finds out that he's planned a special treasure hunt, just for her. She has ten days to complete ten tasks - some silly, some tricky and some downright terrifying.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Greenling Levi Pinfold , Levi Pinfold (illustrator), London : Templar Publishing , 2015 9609055 2015 single work picture book children's

'Mr Barleycorn picks a green baby growing on his land, letting loose the incredible power of nature. When melons grow in the kitchen and apples sprout out of their television, Mrs Barleycorn says the Greenling has to go. But the bounty and beauty of nature has a strange power - the power to bring a whole community together.' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon Big Pet Day Lisa Shanahan , Gus Gordon (illustrator), Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2015 7585844 2014 single work picture book children's

'Today is Pet Day in Lily's class. All the kids bring in their pets - hermit crabs, parrots, mice, puppies, ferrets and ducks - but Lily brings her dragon. Class smarty-pants Courtney says to Lily that dragons are only in fairy tales so how could she have a dragon? However, when all the pets misbehave in the middle of the all-important pet parade, guess who (or what) saves the day?This gorgeous and funny story about finding your voice is the first collaboration between two of Australia's leading picture book creators.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon My Hampster's Got Talent Dave Lowe , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2014 7658716 2014 single work children's fiction children's

'Nine-year-old Benjamin Jinks has a 'Most Talented Pet' competition to win, and he is sure that his pet Stinky is hamster for the job. But the pair soon find out that there's more at stake than just the competition - Can Stinky survive the pair's latest hair-brained plot?' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon My Hamster Is a Detective Dave Lowe , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2014 10497992 2014 single work children's fiction children's

'When Bruiser, Ben's neighbour's cat, goes missing, Stinky the genius hamster thinks it's a cause for celebration. But when Ben's sister's kitten, Delilah, disappears too, things start to look suspicious. It's time for tenacious twosome Stinky and Jinks to spring into action once more . . .' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon My Hamster Is a Pirate Dave Lowe , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2014 10497929 2014 single work children's fiction children's

'A summer holiday by the sea beckons for the Jinks family, and of course Ben is bringing Stinky, his genius of a hamster, along with him. But a trip to the local museum uncovers the mystery of long-lost stolen diamonds and a map. Does 'X' really mark the spot? And can Stinky and Ben find the hidden loot before the crooks track it down?' (Publication summary)
4 7 y separately published work icon Ishmael and the Return of the Dugongs Michael Gerard Bauer , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2012 Z1437451 2007 single work novel young adult

'Ishmael is back at St Daniel's for another year of misadventure, with his best mate Razz determined to set him up with dream-girl, Kelly. But before Ishmael can win her heart, he has to overcome a mortifying pool incident, a nasty knock-out and getting caught red-handed with Kelly's diary. Ishmael's only hope lies with his Dad's rock band, but can the Dugong's set everything right?' (Publication summary)
6 15 y separately published work icon Don't Call Me Ishmael! Michael Gerard Bauer , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2012 Z1258479 2006 single work novel young adult

By the time ninth grade begins, Ishmael Leseur knows it won't be long before Barry Bagsley, the class bully, says, "Ishmael? What kind of w'ussy-crap name is that?” Ishmael's perfected the art of making himself virtually invisible. But all that changes when James Scobie joins the class. Unlike Ishmael, James has no sense of fear—he claims it was removed during an operation.

Now nothing will stop James and Ishmael from taking on bullies, bugs, and Moby Dick, in the toughest, weirdest, most embarrassingly awful . . . and the best year of their lives.' (Publication summary)
2 8 y separately published work icon Ishmael and the Hoops of Steel Michael Gerard Bauer , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2011 Z1792433 2011 single work novel young adult 'Ishmael has made it to the Senior School and things are really looking up. His nemesis and chief tormentor Barry Bagsley has finally decided to leave him alone, while his dream girl and chief goddess Kelly Faulkner has finally decided not to. Has he broken free of Ishmael Leseur's Syndrome at last? Could his remaining two years at St Daniel's College actually be described as 'normal'?

'Absolutely not.' (From the publisher's website.)
3 6 y separately published work icon Liberator Richard Harland , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2011 Z1775671 2011 single work novel young adult science fiction 'The battle continues as the Filthies take over the juggernaut Worldshaker and rename it Liberator. A world of deception and betrayal ensues as the revolution turns radical. With Col now in the minority with his Swank friends, what will happen to his relationship with Riff, as they both face the reality of a world changing its shape forever?' (From the publisher's website.)
4 13 y separately published work icon A Small Free Kiss in the Dark Glenda Millard , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2011 Z1554038 2009 single work novel young adult fantasy 'Skip's an outsider, a quiet observer. He draws pictures to make sense of the world. He's never fitted in. So he takes to the streets. Life there may be hard, but it's better than the one he's left, especially when he teams up with old Billy. Then come the bombs which leave little Max in his care, and also Tia, the sad dancer, with her sweet baby, Sixpence. Scavenging for food, living on love and imagination...how long can Skip's fragile new family hold out as war grips the city?' (Publisher's blurb)
3 18 y separately published work icon Worldshaker Richard Harland , Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2010 Z1588259 2009 single work novel young adult science fiction Set in a pseudo-Victorian parallel world, a 'brilliant steam punk fantasy that will hook you from the very first page, set aboard a huge ship in which the elites live on the top decks while the Filthies toil below. Strong writing, a vivid alternative world and characters you'll never forget. (Libraries Australia record)
3 y separately published work icon Eric Shaun Tan , Shaun Tan (illustrator), Dorking : Templar Publishing , 2010 16495599 2010 single work picture book children's

'Eric is a foreign exchange student who comes to live with a typical suburban family. Although everyone is delighted with the arrangement, cultural misunderstandings ensure, beginning with Eric's insistence on sleeping in a pantry cupboard rather than a specially prepared guest room.'
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