#BookReviews: Ariana Treasure, Book 1: The Missing Book and Book 2: The Secret Ingredient by Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern (author), Karen Erasmus (illus.), Wombat Books/Rhiza Press, March 2025. When kindness, empathy, community building, and looking after our environment all combine in a delightful new set of books for early readers… you’re gifted with the Ariana Treasure […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Marcus Addison! It’s a pleasure to welcome creative writer, Marcus Addison, to the blog to chat about his latest picture book, The Not-so-little Tree. This is a fascinating philosophical tale of ‘growing’ to learn the insights, foresights, knowledge and wisdom as passed down through the generations – all told gently through […]
Interview with Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern! We’re so thrilled to speak again with the talented international award-winning author, Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern, about her latest series for early readers; Ariana Treasure. Jacqueline has a knack for touching hearts with her stories, often centring around important life values and virtues. The first two titles, The Missing Book and […]
Interview with Maura Pierlot! It’s such a pleasure and honour to welcome back the incredible and multi-talented, Maura Pierlot, who is an international award-winning author of books in various genres. Today, and over the next few months, we are thrilled to be a part of her launch for her latest picture book; Clutterbugs, a vibrant, […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Verity Croker! We’re delighted to have children’s and YA author, Verity Croker, on the blog, to share her newest, gripping novel for young adult readers, ALBA – Hidden Secrets. After successful writing competition results (Pitch It! 2021) and an ASA mentorship, this is a well-deserved and anticipated publication that will surely […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Amy Freund! We’re delighted to welcome debut picture book author, Amy Freund, to the blog, to share her gorgeous, exuberant and exotic new title, Amigo the Capybara! Move over sloths, capybaras are the latest and hippest mammals around, and here is Amigo, the friendliest and most energetic rodent you could ever […]
LOOKING FOR TROUBLE? It’s the TWO CAN BE TROUBLE #BOOKGIVEAWAY! We’re getting up to mischief with the sibling antics of Toby and Jordan, causing chaos in the most fun way possible! With thanks to author Penny Macoun, we’re excited for a lucky recipient to WIN a signed paperback copy of the playful Two Can Be Trouble! So, […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Julie Busuttil! It’s a pleasure to speak with author, Julie Busuttil, to share her poignant story of healing; a sensitive and heart-rending navigation of grief. For readers from age 8, Emmerson in the Clouds is about an extraordinary journey of a young spirit to reunite with her family. Coming from her […]
It is with huge joy to welcome back passionate children’s author and educator, Penny Macoun, to share her latest cheeky tale, Two Can Be Trouble, which really comes from a place of the heart. The story follows two brothers and their messy backyard antics, which overflows with teamwork, compassion and love at its core. Thanks […]
Welcome to #TheQuickSixInterview with Belinda Topan! We’re riveted by our next guest’s story! Both thrilling and heart-wrenching, One of a Kind is a unique and exciting coming of age journey of self-discovery (and vampires!) for young adult readers. Sparking with action, magic and the supernatural, author Belinda Topan brilliantly taps into the psyche of her […]
