Goodnight, Mice! Illustrated by Judy Watson Kiss Dad once, It’s time to say goodnight — but the four cheeky mice skittering, scampering and scurrying to bed don’t seem very sleepy! This warm, affectionate story is the perfect bedtime book for the whole family to share. ‘utterly flawless use of rich and poetic language … a bedtime story to read aloud with gusto, to delight in and to savour. Very highly recommended’—Sydney’s Child 
A Rat in a Stripy Sock Illustrated by David Francis A rain-swept day…
‘a charmer of the first order’—Magpies
Captain Crabclaw’s Crew Illustrated by David Legge ‘Shivering shellfish,’ Captain Crabclaw said proudly as he admired his brand-new pirate ship, the Speedy Squid. ‘Now all I need is a fearsome crew…’ But Captain Crabclaw didn’t expect to sail in search of treasure with a duck…and an elephant…and a giraffe…and a cow…and a chicken! It’s hoist the mainsail and anchors aweigh with the most unusual pirate crew the high seas have ever seen! This rollicking tale of swashbuckling and scrambled eggs will delight landlubbers young and old.
‘This rollicking tale with its infectious repetition and big bold innovative illustrations will delight landlubbers everywhere’—Good Reading
Parsley Rabbit’s Book about Books Illustrated by David Legge
An exciting introduction to the wonderful world of…books, of course! Celebrate the joy of reading and begin a lifelong love of books with the remarkably clever and handsome Parsley Rabbit. ‘a stimulating, entertaining, informative gem’—Sunday Tasmanian ‘a funny and fantastic ride through the world of books to bring out the reader in all of us’—Adelaide Advertiser
Kisses for Daddy Illustrated by David Legge
It’s time for bed, but Baby Bear is grumbly. ‘a delightful, fun-loving bedtime read’—Reading Time
The Song of the Winns 
Book 1 of the Gerander Trilogy ‘Alistair has been kidnapped!’ Alex, Alice and Alistair think they are just three ordinary mice, until Alistair mysteriously vanishes. Then Alex and Alice learn a secret about their family: a secret which means Alistair’s life is in danger—unless Alex and Alice can find him first… So begins a hair-raising journey as Alex and Alice try to outrun enemy agents in a desperate race against time. Meanwhile, Alistair is astonished to find himself in a far-off land where everyone—except his new friend Tibby Rose—is his enemy. But why? Pursued at every turn, the pair must try to unravel the mystery. And when they do, they discover that it is not only their own lives which are in peril…the future of an entire country is at stake. The first book in an exciting new trilogy, The Song of the Winns is a tale of courage, friendship and adventure.
‘a real treat … laced with plenty of adventure, wisdom and humour…This is a terrific read’—Australian Bookseller & Publisher, 5 stars
The Spies of Gerander Book 2 of the Gerander Trilogy ‘I have a special assignment for you…’ With their country in danger, Alice and Alex are sent on an undercover mission—right into the heart of enemy territory. Meanwhile, Alistair and Tibby Rose set out to rescue Alistair’s parents from a remote island prison. But someone is determined to stop them—someone who knows their every move. It seems FIG has a traitor… 
Extraordinary Ernie & Marvellous Maud Illustrated by Judy Watson
Ernie Eggers is thrilled when he wins a superhero contest and becomes Extraordinary Ernie (after school on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, and all day Saturday). But his excitement turns to dismay when he discovers that his sidekick is a sheep. It doesn’t take him long to realise, though, that there has never been another sheep quite like Marvellous Maud. ‘Perfect for early readers with a sense of humour and a love of alliteration’—Sunday Age
The Middle Sheep Illustrated by Judy Watson The adventures of Extraordinary Ernie and Marvellous Maud continue…but what—or who—is making the usually cheerful and dependable Maud so grumpy? And why are she and Ernie arguing all the time? It seems to Ernie that being his sidekick just isn’t important to Maud anymore. Then Valiant Vera says that if the two trainee superheroes can’t work together, they will be thrown out of the Superheroes Society! Ernie and Maud must learn the value of teamwork (and how to get a sheep out of a tree) before it’s too late. ‘the bright cover promises what the book delivers. Altogether an attractive package’—Magpies
The Greatest Sheep in History Illustrated by Judy Watson Extraordinary Ernie and Marvellous Maud are back! Ernie and Maud are thrilled to be attending the National Superheroes Conference with the other superheroes from Baxter. But when the conference is disrupted by Chicken George—the most terrifying and villainous chicken anyone has ever seen—it will take more than just an ordinary superhero to save the day. ‘With themes of bravery, understanding and overcoming fears, this is a fresh take on the superhero ideal with plenty of giggles’—Sun-Herald
Heroes of the Year Illustrated by Judy Watson ‘A moustache?’ Super Whiz demanded. Extraordinary Ernie and Marvellous Maud have a good chance of winning the Heroes of the Year award — until a pencil-wielding fiend starts to wreak havoc in Baxter. Can Ernie and Maud stop Pencil Pete and win the golden trophy?
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