Cirrus@Austlit

'Join the cutest babies in town for their first smiles, first laughs, first teeth and first steps!

'When you’re born, the world is new
and there’ll be lots of firsts for you.

'From the first smile to the first step, All the Firsts is a heart-tugging and lyrical picture book that celebrates all the milestones in a baby’s first year of life.' (Publication summary)

'You Are Not a Pup! is a hilarious, cautionary tale on the pitfalls of ego and competition.

'Did you know that the word 'pup' can be used to describe many types of baby animals? See what happens when ten different animals claim that they are a pup and the others are not pups!

'With its generous splash of chaos and silliness, You Are Not a Pup! is a fun picture book that kids will enjoy reading aloud.'  (Publication summary)

'From beloved storytellers Penny Harrison and Leila Rudge comes a tender and timeless ode to the unbreakable bond between mother and child, and a celebration of the moments that weave together to become eighteen summers to treasure.

Let me tell you a tale of the stars and the sea,

of adventures we’ll have as you grow, wild and free.

For the days may drift past, but the years will sail by,

and we’ve just eighteen summers to share, you and I …

'A tender and timeless ode to the unbreakable bond between mother and child, and a celebration of the moments that weave together to become eighteen summers to treasure.'  (Publication summary)

'Why are they so hard to find? What do they eat? When do they sleep? 
Overflowing with fascinating facts that are sure to enchant and enlighten readers. 

'This deluxe treasury includes the bestselling All About Mermaids, All About Fairies, and All About Dragons, featuring enchanting artwork by Kristina Kister, Helene Magisson and Vlad Stankovic and engrossing text by magical creature expert Izzy Quinn. '  (Publication summary)

'Little people love to explore little worlds! Explore the hidden spaces and sounds across the sand dunes with this beautiful board book for our smallest nature-lovers, from the CBCA award-winning creators of In the Rockpool and Jetty Jumping, Andrea Rowe and Hannah Sommerville.'  (Publication summary)

'The PERFECT book for baby's first Christmas!

'The bells ring out, today is Christmas Day!
Baubles drip rainbows in the morning light.

'Share in the delight of baby's very first Christmas in this gorgeous board book from bestselling creator Cheryl Orsini.'  (Publication summary)

'He's chronically grumpy, but completely lovable. Meet Wolf: the anti-social anti-hero the world's been waiting for.

'How many friends does Wolf have? NONE. And that's just the way he likes it.

'But despite Wolf's best efforts to avoid people, they keep trying to befriend him.

'So Wolf hatches a plan and when everyone arrives at his house for a party, they're in for a big surprise …

'Perfect for reading alone or together, Lone Wolf is the laugh-out-loud new series kids everywhere will love.'  (Publication summary)

'He's chronically grumpy, but completely lovable. Meet Wolf: the anti-social anti-hero the world's been waiting for.

'Wolf is not a people person. Or an animal person. But he is a jelly bean person.

'And today, the only way to get them is by winning the Best Pet Competition. First prize: jelly beans!

'But try as he might, Wolf can't find a pet that will impress the judges. Luckily, he's got another plan up his sleeve …

'Perfect for reading alone or together, Lone Wolf is the laugh-out-loud new series kids everywhere will love.'  (Publication summary)

'Roam the water with me. We are here to learn.
Here to spin wisdom, to grow …

'From award-winning Gunai author Kirli Saunders and seven-time CBCA-winner Freya Blackwood comes Afloat, a story told in a time of climate crisis. Against a backdrop of a changed environment, an Elder leads a child along the waterways, sharing her People's knowledge and gathering community along the way.

'Afloat is an uplifting and inspiring picture book that uses the practice of weaving as a powerful metaphor for the honouring and teaching of First Nations wisdom, and the coming together of all people to survive, thrive and create a more hopeful future.'  (Publication summary)

'‘I want to build a country,
a new country with no borders …’

'Welcome to IMAGI-NATION: The world is yours to make.

'Explore the limitless nature of our thoughts, dreams and creativity in this empowering new picture book from mother–son powerhouse pair Bronwyn Bancroft and Jack Manning Bancroft.' (Publication summary)

A hilariously silly and spooky picture book about bedtime from comedian Shaun Micallef.

'From the brilliant mind of writer, television star and comedian Shaun Micallef comes this hilariously familiar story about the bedtime struggle! 

'‘Happy slumbers,’ whispered Father​

as he left, but soon they started

hearing other sounds – like creaks,

a crack, a crunch, and then … a SHRIEK!

'Tucked up inside their tree-trunk house, two small snails are too scared to sleep – and their father is running out of patience! But is it just the wind spooking them … or is there something lurking outside? With gorgeous, silly-spooky illustrations from award-winning illustrator Jonathan Bentley, this Halloween picture book will surprise and delight the whole family.' (Publication summary)

'The Easter Bunny likes to hop. 

When she hops her ears flip flop. 

Hop. Hop. Flip. Flop. 

Can you do the Bunny Hop? 

'Watch as the Easter Bunny and her friends plié and glissé their way through town, while they hunt for Easter eggs. Then learn the steps and dance along!

'A gorgeous new Easter story, perfect for every ballet-loving bunny, from bestselling creators Toni D'Alia and Mimi Purnell.

'Includes a bonus craft activity to make your very own set of bunny ears!' (Publication summary)

'A celebration of sibling love in all its forms …

'This keepsake treasury of Australian picture books is in turns adorable, heartwarming and hilarious.

'With tales from bestselling and award-winning creators Sara Acton, Jane Godwin, Libby Gleeson, Andrew Joyner, Zanni Louise, Jan Ormerod, Anna Pignataro and Jedda Robaard, Stories for Big Brothers and Sisters is the perfect collection for any family awaiting a new arrival.' (Publication summary)

'A celebration of babies and all the joy they bring …

'This keepsake treasury of Australian picture books is in turns funny, tender and playful.

'With tales from bestselling and award-winning creators Tamsin Ainslie, Jane Godwin, Libby Hathorn, Jane Massey, Ruthie May, Jan Ormerod and Margaret Wild, Stories for Little Ones is the perfect collection to welcome a baby into the world.' (Publication summary)

'One little rockpool.
Two little eyes.
Three little urchins, bobbing with the tide.

'Little people love to explore little worlds! Dive into the rockpool with this glittering and gorgeous board book for our smallest nature-lovers, from the CBCA award-winning creators of Jetty Jumping, Andrea Rowe and Hannah Sommerville.' (Publication summary) 

'Let me tell you a tale of the stars and the sea,
of adventures we’ll have as you grow, wild and free.

'For the days may drift past, but the years will sail by,
and we’ve just eighteen summers to share, you and I …

'From beloved storytellers Penny Harrison and Leila Rudge comes a tender and timeless ode to the unbreakable bond between parent and child, and a celebration of the moments that weave together to become eighteen summers to treasure.' (Publication summary) 

'Wild babies come in many different shapes and species.

'From pufflings to porcupettes, meet some of our world's most incredible infants.

'Philip Bunting celebrates the cute and cuddly babies of the animal world in this laugh-out-loud book. Wild About Babies is filled with Philip's glorious illustrations and signature humour, combined with fascinating facts about the what childhood looks like across the animal kingdom.' (Publication summary)

'Big Dog and Little Dog go camping in this fun follow up to Sally Rippin and Lucinda Gifford's Big Dog, Little Dog.

'Big Dog can't wait to go camping with Little Dog for the first time and show him how it's done. Big Dog is very good at helping! But things don't go as planned ...

'A warm, funny picture book about newly blended families and learning to get along, from two of Australia's most beloved and award-winning storytellers.' (Publication summary)