Cirrus@Austlit

'When Lionel arrives, Maverick is unimpressed.

'Is there enough love to go round for the two of them?

'A delightful book that celebrates inclusion and friendship.'  (Publication summary)

'Winning the Melbourne Cup was just the beginning for Subzero and his best mate Graham Salisbury.

'Never has there been a greater bond between man and horse.

'What they did together will touch your heart.

'Both words and illustrations will touch your heart and stay with you long after the final page is turned.' (Publication summary)

'One lone swallow flies out into the night to find her mate, leaving her nestlings behind.

'Will she find him and return home safely? ​

'This stunning and evocative book takes you on a bird’s eye view journey through the streets of Florence, Italy.'

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'Nine-year-old Lennie Gwyther dreamed of seeing the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. With his father's blessing, he rode his pony Ginger Mick across Australia, inspiring crowds of supporters to greet him in cities along the way, as he made his way to Sydney. It was there that he saw the bridge that had captivated his imagination and inspired his brave journey. And it was then that he and Ginger Mick became a legend.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'As winter leaves tumble and twirl a wisp of memory wraps itself about me and whispers me back to long ago ...'

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''We had several dogs on board the Spyall, but Trim was undisputed master of them all. When they were at play upon the deck, he would go in amongst them with his stately air; and giving a blow at the eyes of one, and a scratch on the nose to another, oblige them to stand out of his way.'

'Trim is renowned in Australian history as the feisty, fortunate ship's cat who accompanied Matthew Flinders on his voyages to map the coastline of Australia in the early 1800s. Trim was an intelligent, adventurous and loyal companion, who survived falling overboard, shipwreck and imprisonment by the French along with Flinders. This delightful and heartwarming picture book brings Trim's story to life for younger readers.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'A charming and nostalgic story about a much-loved Little Dog and his family.

'The summer holidays stretch out forever. Little Dog and his family set off with their caravan. A nostalgic and delightful story about the way family holidays used to be.'  (Publication summary)

'A delightful and heartwarming picture book about a WWII code-breaker and his pet gibbon, from best-selling creators Corinne Fenton and Owen Swan.

'One question kept echoing in my mind - if I had to leave, what would I do with Tertius?

'This is the true story of two lives brought together by chance. Arthur Cooper, working in intelligence for the British Government in pre-war Hong Kong, rescues a small gibbon and names him Tertius. Together they escape to a safe place - but is it for always?' (Publication summary)

'You Have My Heart is a gorgeous gift book celebrating the strength that love can provide through the highs and lows of everyday life. From the acclaimed Australian author and illustrator of Little Dog and The Christmas Wish. It features beautiful illustrations in a limited colour palette making it a lovely gift for young and old. Perfect for Mother's Day. ' (Publication summary)

'One Christmas Eve, something magical happened ...

'One Christmas Eve, Grandpa puts on his best shirt, Bella passes him his favourite hat, and together they walk to Luna Park. Bella is given one silver coin to spend on whatever ride she chooses. When she climbs onto a dashing carousel horse, something magical happens – they launch into the night sky! 

'There they encounter a jolly man in a red suit and his prancing reindeer. But the magic doesn't end there ... One Christmas Eve is a heartwarming story celebrating family, sharing and caring for each other.' (Publication summary)

'On race-with-the-wind days, reach-for-the-sky days, sail-to-tomorrow days, and on the days I could fly! On those tummy-too-full days, I can’t-find-my-socks days, sometimes-I-forget days, and on the days when I cry . . . you hug me closer, squeeze me tighter, make things better, you’re always there.' (Publication summary)

'The true story of a little dog who had adventure in his heart and the rattle of the rails in his soul.

'In the early days of the railway, when shiny new tracks were opening vast areas of Australia, there was an adventurous dog who was part of it all. As the tracks were being laid he was there on the train - riding in his favourite spot on top of the Yankee engine. Everyone knew him. He was Bob the Railway Dog. ' (Publication summary)

'Little Dog and Jonathan are best friends. They do everything together. But on Christmas Eve Little Dog finds himself lost and alone in a busy city. How will he find his way home? Can Christmas wishes come true?' (Publication summary)

'Everyone feels sad sometimes, but when sadness lingers, shadows appear. Some of us, even children, chase shadows. Will a wriggly, mischievous surprise help Beth chase her shadows away?' (Publication blurb)

'Hey Baby, hold on tight, Christmas is coming.' (Publication summary)