Sunday Traditions Begin Early
Bestselling cookbook author Julia Busuttil Nishimura brings warmth and wonder to her first picture book.
Growing Up One Matzo Ball at a Time
Jenna Rothberg and Marta Pantaleo celebrate the warmth of Jewish culture and the messy, delicious joy of helping out at Zeyde’s neighbourhood deli.
Where Twilight Meets the Dawn
From award-winning creator Anna Walker comes a poetic tale of connection and the quiet spaces where friendship blooms in unexpected places.
The Big Journey Behind One Small Delivery
Two-time Bologna Ragazzi Award winner Jung Jinho reveals the hidden world of global trade and the everyday heroes who bring the world to our doorstep.
Read It, Fold It, Stand It Up
From award-winning creator Kim Hyo-eun, this innovative accordion board book mirrors a baby’s remarkable journey from seeing the world to discovering themselves.
Meet Jemima, Guide Dog Superstar
A lovable Labrador who balances playful adventures with her important job as a guide dog, from Olivia Muscat and Allison Colpoys.
Short Tales,
Big Laughs
Eleven hilarious micro-stories featuring unexpected animal encounters that prove less is definitely more when it comes to storytelling.
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Author & Illustrator: Kim Hyo-eun
Translator: Aerin Park
AUS$19.99 | US$12.95
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★ STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus
★ STARRED REVIEW, Publishers Weekly
A groundbreaking accordion board book that captures babies’ journey from seeing the world to seeing themselves.
From award-winning creator Kim Hyo-eun (I Am the Subway and How We Share Cake), I Am Here follows babies through the remarkable developmental transition from understanding where things are to understanding where they are.
Beginning with “below” concepts read vertically—sun, clouds, rainbow, Mama—the book matches how babies naturally look up at their world. It then transitions to “beside” relationships read horizontally—grandfather, cat, ants, nature treasures—reflecting babies' growing engagement with their immediate environment. The journey ends with the profound moment of self-recognition: “me.”
The ingenious format mirrors how babies actually develop—looking up first, then engaging laterally with their environment. Perfect for tummy time with newborns, spatial learning with babies, early language development with toddlers, and as a keepsake that grows with your child. The accordion design allows traditional reading, wall display, or creative folding for new story combinations.
Through Kim Hyo-eun’s warm, humanistic illustrations, I Am Here creates an immersive reading experience grounded in developmental psychology and celebrating both the natural world and the parent-child bond. This innovative book celebrates the cognitive leap that transforms babies into confident little people who know exactly where they belong.
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Ages 0-3 | 18pp | CMYK | Accordion-fold Board Book
Australian Edition | AUD$19.99
Pub: 28 Apr 2026 | ISBN: 9781761382062 | 280mm H × 215mm W
North American Edition | US$12.95
Pub: 7 Apr 2026| ISBN: 9781964992419 | 6.5 in W x 6.5 in H
Rights Held: World English
Author: Jenna Rothberg
Illustrator: Marta Pantaleo
AUS$27.99 | US$19.95
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◆ A Junior Library Guild Selection
At Zeyde's Deli, Sundays mean helping Grandpa serve the neighborhood's best pastrami on rye.
One moment you're carrying a tray of the deli's famous sandwiches. The next, you’re standing in a sea of broken cookies and scattered sprinkles while the lunch rush stares. But right there in the chaos, a grandchild learns what family tradition really means—and that sometimes the best memories come from our biggest messes. A warm, funny story about growing up one matzo ball at a time.
Perfect for:
Families: Looking for a heartwarming story about intergenerational bonds, cultural heritage, and the joy of shared meals.
Educators: Seeking an engaging way to introduce themes of tradition, resilience, and the historical significance of community spaces like delis.
Young Readers: Who love stories about food, family, and discovering their place in a cherished tradition.
Deli Days is a celebration of tradition, resilience, delicious food and even better company.
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Ages 4–8 | 40pp | CMYK | Hardback
Australian Edition | AUD$27.99
Pub: 31 Mar 2026 | ISBN: 9781761382024 | 270 mm H × 230 mm W
North American Edition | US$19.99
Pub: 5 May 2026 | ISBN: 9781964992273 | 9.2 in W x 10.8 in H
Rights Held: World (all languages)
Author: Jung Jinho
Translator: Aerin Park
AUS$27.99 | US$19.99
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One quick tap, and bananas appear at your door the next morning like magic. Simple, right? Here’s a peek inside that seemingly effortless convenience.
Award-winning author and illustrator Jung Jinho traces the incredible journey of one banana, from phone screen to front door. Bustling trucks, lively market vendors, and dedicated night-time workers are part of the surprising connections that bring the things we need right to us.
A captivating look at the many hands and countless stories behind our daily deliveries.
Perfect for:
Teacher Librarians: Seeking engaging and accessible ways to introduce global systems and supply chains to young readers.
Parents & Carers: Looking for a wonderful tool to discuss the implications of modern convenience and how our choices impact the world around us with young children.
Contemporary Illustration Lovers: Discovering a stunning example of cutting-edge contemporary Korean illustration from a renowned artist.
Banana Express is a fun, eye-opening adventure that shows us just how connected we all are, and why each of us truly matters.
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Ages 4–9 | | 40pp | 2 Pantones | Hardback
Australian Edition | AUD$27.99
Pub: 2 June 2026 | ISBN: 9781761382031 | 280mm H × 215mm W
North American Edition | US$19.99
Pub: 2 June 2026 | ISBN: 9781964992280 | 8.5 in W x 11 in H
Rights Held: World English
Author: Julia Busuttil Nishimura
Illustrator: Myo Yim
AUD$24.99
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◆ Readings’ Picture Book of the Month November 2025
A heartwarming picture book celebrating family, tradition, and culinary adventures.
Julia Busuttil Nishimura, known for her acclaimed cookbooks and heartwarming food stories, teams up with talented illustrator Myo Yim for their debut picture book collaboration, Sundays Under the Lemon Tree. The book, filled with family moments and culinary discovery, will captivate readers of all ages.
Sundays Under the Lemon Tree follows a young child’s memorable Sunday, with the smells and sounds of family cooking, the adventure of collecting seawater to make ricotta, and the triumph of learning to bake a special family apple cake. Busuttil Nishimura’s prose and Yim’s illustrations bring to life the comforting rituals and loving bonds that make Sundays special.
With themes of connection, heritage, and simple pleasures, this collaboration between Julia Busuttil Nishimura and Myo Yim celebrates the multigenerational bonds between food and family history. The book also includes the cherished apple cake recipe and promises to be a beloved addition to any child's bookshelf.
'What a heartwarming picture book! With bright and fun illustrations that capture the joy of life’s simple pleasures, Sundays Under the Lemon Tree brings us a story about family and food.'
— Lili Reus-Smit, Readings
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Ages 3–7 | Hardback | 36pp | CMYK + Neon Yellow PMS | Hardback
Australian Edition | AUD$24.99
Pub 04 Nov 2025 | ISBN: 9781761381485 | 280 mm H × 235 mm W
North American Edition | US$19.99
Pub: 07 Jul 2026 | ISBN: 9781964992402 | 9.3 in W x 11 in H
Rights Held: World (all languages)
Author & illustrator : Anna Walker
AUD$27.99 (Hardback)
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◆ A Readings Best Picture Book of 2025
◆ NOTABLE | Children’s Book Council of Australia 2026: Picture Book Category
◆ SHORTLISTED | Australian Book Design Awards: Best Designed Children’s Picture Book
Between day and night...
A cabbage moth and a cricket meet for the first time in the quiet space between twilight and dawn. As the unlikely pair discover each other's worlds, friendship blooms in unexpected places.
From award-winning creator Anna Walker comes a poetic tale of connection and understanding. With Walker's masterful illustrations in stunning spot colours, Between invites readers to explore what happens when we bridge the spaces that divide us.
A tale that will resonate with readers of all ages and spark conversations about empathy, friendship, and the beauty of reaching out to others.
“Anna Walker’s Between is a deeply moving reminder of the need for connection and the beauty that emerges when we are truly seen. Utterly exquisite.”
— Hannah Kent
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Ages 3–7 | 285mm × 228mm | 32pp | 3 Pantones | Hardback
Rights Held: World (all languages)
Australian Edition: AUD$27.99 | Pub: 30 September 2025 | ISBN: 9781761381591
Author: Hilary Bell
Illustrator: Antonia Pesenti
AUD$27.99
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◆ A Readings best picture book of 2025
◆ NOTABLE: Children’s Book Council of Australia 2026: Non-fiction Category
◆ NOTABLE | Children’s Book Council of Australia 2026: Picture Book Category
◆ LONGLISTED | Australian Book Design Awards: Best Designed Children’s Non-Fiction Book
◆ An Artsplorers Book of the Year 2025
◆ A BookiebooBook of the Year 2025
From treetops to rooftops, follow Australia's most mischievous bird in this exuberant celebration of the cockatoo.
Who rules the skies from back garden to bush,
Launching from trees with a screech and a whoosh?
Bossy and smart, loves to put on a show,
Who could it be now? Why, Cocky — hello!
With playful rhyming text and bold, graphic illustrations, award-winning creators Hilary Bell and Antonia Pesenti celebrate the unique spirit and curiosity of the cockatoo.
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Ages 3–7 | 36pp | CMYK | Hardback
Australian Edition | AUD$27.99
Pub: 05 Aug 2025 | ISBN: 9781761381577 | 300 mm H × 190 mm W
Rights Held: World (all languages)
Meet Jemima, a lovable Labrador with a very important job! While she loves playing with her favourite yellow bone and getting lots of cuddles, Jemima is also a fully trained guide dog who helps her handler navigate the world. Through playful adventures and heartwarming moments, discover how Jemima balances her fun-loving nature with the focused dedication needed to be a guide dog extraordinaire.
Written by blind disability activist and guide dog user Olivia Muscat, with illustrations by award-winning artist Allison Colpoys, this charming picture book shares an insider's view of the special bond between guide dog and handler. Includes an audio version narrated by the author herself.
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Ages 3–7 | 290mm × 200mm | 32pp | 3 Pantones | Hardback
Rights Held: World (all languages)
Step into a world of micro-tales that pack a mighty punch of humour!
Short Stories presents eleven hilarious encounters between unexpected animal pairings, each told with remarkable economy. From the unseen dangers of a hedgehog at a birthday party to the unexpected uses of a chameleon’s colour-changing abilities, these bite-sized narratives showcase the art of storytelling at its most precise and playful.
Silvia Borando’s masterful comic timing turns each page into a lesson in narrative craft. With just a few words and simple illustrations, she creates moments of surprise, irony, and pure delight that will have readers of all ages chuckling.
This collection is more than just a funny book – it’s a masterclass in brevity and wordplay.
Perfect for:
Young writers looking to craft their own micro-narratives
Teachers seeking an ideal tool to spark creativity in the classroom
Families searching for funny books that support early literacy goals
Short Stories proves that when it comes to humour and narrative, less can definitely be more.
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Ages 3–7 | 240mm × 240mm/9.4” x 9.4” | 48pp | CMYK | hardback
Soar through the Australian night sky with a flying-fox mum and her pup!
Fly, Mama, Fly! takes young readers on a magical nocturnal journey with a Grey-headed flying fox and her pup. As they glide through the moonlit Australian landscape, this enchanting tale celebrates the unbreakable bond between mother and child while subtly weaving in themes of wildlife conservation.
Anna McGregor, award-winning author and illustrator of Anemone is Not the Enemy and Who's Afraid of the Light?, brings her signature bold style to both text and artwork. Her lyrical rhymes and vibrant illustrations, featuring fluorescent colours against deep night hues, capture the wonder of Australia's nocturnal world.
Perfect for evening cuddles, this story sparks curiosity about native wildlife and offers a valuable resource for learning about Australian ecosystems. Whether snuggled up at home, shared in a classroom, or enjoyed during library story time, this tale celebrates moments of wonder and connection. The book's unique sideways orientation also adds an extra element of fun, inviting little hands to interact with each page.
Fly, Mama, Fly! is more than just a bedtime story – it's a journey of love, an exploration of Australian nature, and a gentle reminder of our role in protecting the world around us.
5% of profits from each copy sold will be donated to the Australian Conservation Foundation.
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Ages 0-4 | 200mm × 210mm | 26pp | CMYK + 1 Pantone + holo foil on cover
Bestsellers and Award Winners
★ A Bookstagang AU 2023 pick for Best Illustration
★ Shortlisted for the BookPeople Children’s Book of the Year
★ Shortlisted for the 2024 ABIA Small Publishers’ Children’s Book of the Year
An alphabet of delicious things from around the world
A is for artichokes and long spears of asparagus. It’s for bright, creamy avocados and salty little anchovies ...
From apple pie to zeppole, and everything in between, Artichoke to Zucchini introduces young readers to fruit, vegetables, and dishes from around the globe. Full of tasty favourites and delicious new discoveries, it’s sure to lead to inspiration in the kitchen!
Following from the award-winning Off to The Market, acclaimed artist Alice Oehr takes you on a mouth-watering trip through the alphabet and around the world.
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Ages 3–7 | 270mm × 240mm/10.63” x 9.45” | 30pp | CMYK + 1 Pantone | Flush-cut cover
Over 150,000 copies sold!
★ Winner: ABIA Children’s Picture Book of the Year
★ Winner: ABDA Best Designed Children’s Illustrated Book
★ Booksellers Association Children’s Book of the Month
The award-winning international bestseller that celebrates the myriad talents that each child brings to the world.
Smart is not just ticks and crosses,
smart is building boats from boxes.
Painting patterns, wheeling wagons,
being mermaids, riding dragons …
A joyful and exquisitely illustrated book that celebrates all children, and the many unique and wonderful ways to be smart.
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Ages 3–7 | 280mm × 215mm | 32pp | 4 Pantones | Linen paper and spot UV on cover
★ A dPICTUS 100 Outstanding Picture Books selection for 2024
★ Winner of the 2023 Whitley Award: Children’s Reader
★ Shortlisted for the 2024 Victorian Premier’s Literary Awards: Children’s Literature
Fergus lives down in the deepest, darkest depths of the sea and is scared of just one thing … the light!
Come on a trip to the deepest, darkest depths of the ocean.
There are many fascinating creatures that call it home.
There’s nothing to be afraid of …
… is there?
From the award-winning creator of Anemone is Not the Enemy and A Pair of Pears and an Orange comes this spooky, funny adventure with a surprise twist that you literally won’t see coming.
Anna McGregor introduces young readers to the wonders of the ocean’s ‘midnight zone’, where no sunlight at all is able to penetrate. We meet Fergus as he hides from a parade of sea creatures that use bioluminescence to find their way in the dark. At least, we think he is hiding … or is it something else entirely?
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Ages 3–7 | 280mm × 225mm | 32pp | 3 Pantones | Glow-in-the-dark ink on cover
★ The 2021 World Illustration Award winner
★ Shortlisted for the UKLA Book Awards
The internationally acclaimed phenomenon with six starred reviews!
Accompanied by the constant, rumbling ba-dum ba-dum of its passage through the city, the subway has stories to tell. Between sunrise and sunset, it welcomes and farewells people, and holds them—along with their joys, hopes, fears, and memories—in its embrace.
Originally published in Korean and brought to English-speaking audiences with the help of renowned translator Deborah Smith (The Vegetarian), I Am the Subway vividly reflects the shared humanity that can be found in crowded metropolitan cities.
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Ages 3–10 | 240mm × 260mm | 52pp | CMYK with cloth quarter-binding
Good or bad, the things you do
are all a part of being you —
of learning how to take your boat
on stormy seas and stay afloat.
From the creators of All the Ways to be Smart comes a message of hope: hard days come and go, but love is with us always. A healing and uplifting tribute to learning and growing — to making mistakes and making amends.
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Ages 3–7 | 280mm × 215mm | 32pp | 4 Pantones | Emboss and Spot UV on cover
★ Winner of the 2023 ABIAs Small Publishers’ Children’s Book of the Year
★ A CBCA Notable book
A celebration of the joy of markets, cooking, and food.
Sunday is market day. We are looking for pumpkin, apples, eggs, and bread. What else will we find? Where did it come from? And what will we make with it?
Learn all about produce in this delightful child’s tour of a food market, full of fun facts, delicious new discoveries, and charming characters.
A loving ode to the people who bring food to our table and connection to our community, from acclaimed artist Alice Oehr.
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Ages 3–7 | 270mm × 225mm/10.8” x 8.7” | 30pp | CMYK + 1 Pantone | Flush-cut cover
★ Shortlisted for the World Illustration Awards
‘A stunningly illustrated recipe book for kids (or anyone, really). It tells the story of different residents of a house cooking foods from around the world. Simply sweet.’
—Yotam Ottlenghi
In each apartment, someone is preparing a special dish to share with their neighbours. Mr Singh is making coconut dahl with his daughter while Maria mashes some avocados for her guacamole. Will everything be ready on time?
Written and magnificently illustrated by Felicita Sala, this glorious celebration of community is filled with recipes from all over the world and simple instructions perfect for young chefs. Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is a visual feast to share and delight in.
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Ages 5–10 | 298mm × 226mm | 40pp | CMYK | Buckram paper and deboss on cover
★ Winner of the Speech Pathology Award for Early Childhood
★ Honour Book for the CBCA Book of the Year: Early Childhood
★ Longlisted for World Illustration Awards for Children’s Publishing
★ A 2023 White Raven selection
A brilliant onomatopeic text accompanies the iconic illustrations of Anna Walker in this hilarious and utterly adorable frog adventure.
Tap, tap tap …
Frog thinks there’s no one else in the forest, but you never know what’s just around the corner …
Celebrated creator Anna Walker invites us to hear with our eyes as we follow frog on a rollicking escapade in this pitch-perfect pre-school soundscape.
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Ages 0–4 | 275mm × 225mm | 32pp | CMYK + 1 Pantone | Spot UV on cover
★ Winner: Australian Book Designers' Association Awards, Best Designed Children’s Illustrated Book
★ Shortlisted: Australian Book Industry Awards, Small Publishers' Children's Book of the Year
The bestselling classic that celebrates the invisible, protective, omnipresent love between caregivers and children.
Whatever you fear, come close my dear
You’re tucked in safe for always here
And I will never not be near
Because of our love umbrella
From this award-winning creative duo comes a stunning celebration of the joy and comfort that love can bring – wherever we roam in the big, wild world.
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Ages 3–7 | 255mm × 210mm | 32pp | 4 Pantones | Fine linen paper on cover with silver foil
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