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Family Feast
$27.99
Due for Release in September 2026!

Tallula’s family is louder than a herd of elephants and have worse table manners than wild hogs. She wants a family like Mia’s — proper and polite. One day, Tallula discovers Mia is coming to Family Feast, when all Tallula’s relatives gather. Her tummy flip flops: Mia will taste, see and hear all kinds of embarrassing things! Celebrating diversity, love and cultural differences, Family Feast is a humorous, multicultural story about the importance of family — and enjoying a good meal! .

SPECIFICATIONS:9781922539007 | Hardback | 32 Pages | 245mm x 255mm

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The Boy Who Lost His Laugh
$24.99
Due for Release in Australia & New Zealand in March 2026!

Tim is always losing things when he travels — he is a foster child, and often moves from one family to the next. One day he realizes he has lost something very precious: his laugh. Then he moves in with the Lee family, and some news arrives that might just help Tim find his laugh again. The Boy Who Lost His Laugh takes a sensitive look at foster care from the child’s perspective, and shows how humour and love can help you bounce back and find what you’ve been looking for all along.

SPECIFICATIONS: Hardback 9781921497162, 32 Pages | Paperback 9781921497087, 34 Pages | 229 mm x 216 mm

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Hugs Still Feel the Same
$27.99
Due for Release UK March 2025

When a little girl and her family are evacuated from their town during a severe flood, it feels like life has been turned upside down. Nothing is the same anymore… except how it feels when Mum, Dad and Teddy hug her. Inspired by the author’s experience as a flood recovery volunteer, Hugs Still Feel the Same is a story of resilience and hope in life’s toughest times. It shows young readers that even when it feels like everything is changing, it’s possible to find comfort if we know where to look.

SPECIFICATIONS: Hardback | 32 Pages | 9781922539960

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The Humongous Humdingle Family and the Tiny House
$27.99
Due for Release February 2025

Things are a bit squashy and noisy in the Humdingle family home, with three generations living under one tiny roof. It’s easy to see why they sometimes wish they didn’t have to share quite so much. But when their wishes are granted, perhaps they’ll find that there was something special about living in their tiny house after all. A vibrant story about minimalism, multi-generational living, family connections and the importance of appreciating what we have.

SPECIFICATIONS: Hardback | 32 Pages | 9781922539922

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The Mosaic
$24.99
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Frankie discovers that beautiful things can be made from broken pieces, in this sensitive and hopeful picture book about family separation. Inspired by the author’s conversations with her own children, The Mosaic is a uniquely personal story that aims to help children navigate the overwhelming emotions brought about by big changes such as their parents separating. A celebration of art and resilience, this is a beautifully illustrated book to be cherished by anyone looking for comfort and joy.

SPECIFICATIONS: Hardback | 32 Pages | 9781922539731

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Too Many Acorns
$24.99
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When Patrick suffers a huge loss, he finds comfort in holding an acorn that drops at his feet. The more acorns he collects, the less empty he feels…but as the house fills with acorns, events quickly overtake him. Can Patrick and Dad find a way to move past the acorn chaos and cope with their grief together? An uplifting story about resilience, connection, and growth, perfect for sharing with little ones who are experiencing the loss of a loved one, or any other emotional upheaval.

SPECIFICATIONS: Hardback | 32 Pages | 9781922539748

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Some Families Change
$24.99
Family changes can be challenging, especially for young children. Some Families Change offers a comforting exploration of changing family structures through gentle verse and inclusive illustrations. Covering scenarios including single-parent families, blended families, and the loss of a loved one, it serves as a reassuring guide for children experiencing such transitions. Candid and big-hearted, Some Families Change is a timely resource for navigating the inevitable changes that life brings.

Specifications: 9781922539670 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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The Doll Box
$24.99
Whenever Isla’s mother brings out her small blue doll box, Isla knows she will hear the stories of the women in her family’s past. Their incredible tales of immigration, war, and fighting for their rights show Isla the strength she has in herself and lead her on a journey of self-discovery. Inspired by the author’s own family, The Doll Box is a testament to the power of our personal histories, and the spirit of the many women who had to overcome incredible odds to achieve their dreams.

Specifications: 9781922539700 | 280mm x 245mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Colour and B/W | EK Books

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My Heart
$24.99

My Heart depicts the many ways a mother’s heart can experience love and emotion while her baby journeys through the milestones of growing up, eventually going off on their first independent activity. Beautiful illustrations combine with subtle repetition to cleverly reflect the activity and reactions of the mother’s heart, and how they change with each mother-child interaction. Grounded in a mother’s lived experience, this is a celebration of the bond between a mother and her child.

Specifications: 9781922539571 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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Nova’s Missing Masterpiece
$24.99
When Nova realizes the artwork she created for Dad’s birthday present is missing, her tummy flip flops and her heart ker-thumps. She and her dog, Harley, turn the house upside down, searching absolutely everywhere, but the missing masterpiece is nowhere to be found. Nova loses her temper but Harley remains calm and content. Can Nova learn from her dog, calm herself down and find her Dad’s present in time for his birthday party?

Specifications: 9781922539373 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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When Grandma Burnt Her Bra
$24.99
When Grandma Burnt Her Bra uses humour to tell the story of feminism and women’s rights, exploring how, throughout history, both men and women have broken down barriers. The illustrations help convey, carefully and quirkily, the complex message that things were not always equal — and that they are not yet equal — which means that each generation faces the continued fight for equality. The call to action is to carry the flame forward. And best of all, this book has dinosaurs!

Specifications: 9781922539465 | 215mm x 288mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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Mama’s Chickens
$24.99
What happens when a couple of kids and their mother, who has early-onset dementia, welcome some backyard chickens into their lives? This beautifully illustrated book tells an important, much-needed story about disability and acceptance as Mama loves and cares for her chickens — just as she does her children — despite the challenges she faces.

Specifications: 9781922539458| 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

Awards:

Shortlisted: 2024 Speech Pathology Australia – Book of the Year Awards

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Anchored
$24.99
In this sensitive tale, Tug and Ship are connected by bonds of love despite being oceans apart. Anchored honors the intrinsic value and worth of a child, the parent–child bond, attachment and the sustaining power of love. It’s an empowering story that will give children a sense of pride and strength to get through the ‘missing you’ days.

“A comforting picture book about separation and reunion”

SPECIFICATIONS: 9781922539496 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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Easy Peasy
$24.99
Easy Peasy follows Ruby, who has a brand-new pair of roller skates. Ruby is sure skating will be easy, but after a few tumbles she realizes she may need her dad’s help after all. Embracing themes of independence, perseverance, and family relationships, this is a fun, engaging story for children learning how to do something for the first time.

SPECIFICATIONS: 9781922539441 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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Milly and Mulberry Tree
$24.99
Milly and the Mulberry Tree is a simple yet heartfelt story about growing up, family and home. Inspired by the 100-year-old mulberry tree that grows in the author’s own childhood garden, it highlights the importance of exploring new worlds as we grow, while keeping home close to our hearts. Any young readers who like playing outdoors or have their own special hideaway will delight in the vibrant illustrations, the playful prose, and the memories Milly makes under her beloved mulberry tree.

SPECIFICATIONS: 9781922539120 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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Get Ready, Mama!
$24.99
Getting Mama ready for the day can be a challenge… you’d better watch out that she doesn’t sneak back into bed, try to distract you with cuddles, or… wait, is Mama watching TV?! Even the most reluctant risers will find the fun in the morning routine with this playful role-reversal story about a mama who just doesn’t want to get ready!

Awards

Shortlisted Book of the Year 2023 – Speech Pathology Australia

SPECIFICATIONS: 9781922539083 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 32 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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This Is My Dad
$24.99
This is My Dad, The perfect dad isn’t always a father

Leo lives with his monster-battling, world creating, children’s author mother, and has never known a father figure. So when his teacher announces Tell Us About Your Dad Day, Leo’s tummy flip-flops; he worries that he won’t have anything to present to his class. Then he remembers that he already knows someone cool, courageous and clever – someone who’s not his dad, but is his everything. A heart-warming celebration of families of all shapes and sizes that will resonate with millions of children.

Shortlisted

The Forevability Book Awards

SPECIFICATIONS: 9781922539076 | 245mm x 255mm | Hardback | 24 Pages | Full Colour | EK Books

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Bedtime, Daddy!
$24.99
Putting Daddy to bed can be hard work. Especially when he starts crying!

This story will show you how to wrestle your daddy into his pyjamas and read just one more bedtime story. ‘I’m thirrrrrrrrssssssty,’ says Daddy. ‘I need to poop … I’m hungry … But I’ll miss you,’ he says, while he looks at you with cutie eyes. You’ll have to battle the bedtime excuses and use go-away monster spray until Daddy finally goes to sleep.

Bedtime can be a mission for many, but with these gorgeous illustrations of a little bear and his dad, this is the perfect role-reversal bedtime story to help put any fussy child to bed in a fun and positive way. Full of heart and humour, Bedtime, Daddy! is for anyone who wants to try and put a grown-up to bed.

Specifications: 9781925820386 | Hardback | 245 x 255 mm / 9.5 x 10 inches | 32 pages | Colour

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Isla’s Family Tree
$24.99
Isla isn’t happy that her family is changing, so her mother creates a clever family tree with Isla to teach her how families always grow. When her mother hands her two new leaves, Isla doesn’t think they belong. She tries to make them fit somewhere, but not on her branch. However, once she meets her new brothers, she has a change of heart and finds room for them after all. A fun book for any family trying to introduce new family members, or show children how they belong in their family.

Specifications: 9781925820379 | Hardback | 245 x 255 mm / 9.5 x 10 inches | Colour | 32 Pages

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Together Things
$24.99
When her father feels sad, a little girl finds ways to keep the bonds of love alive

Her mother says you can’t see her daddy’s hurt because it’s inside his head …

One in five adults experiences depression in their lifetime, but young children are often left in the dark when their mother or father suddenly can’t play like they used to.

Together Things helps young children to understand that, while it is okay for them to feel mad or sad about this, sometimes they must do different things together while their parent focuses on their mental health and getting better.

SPECIFICATIONS: 9781925820294 | Hardback | 245 x 255 mm / 9.5 x 10 inches | 32 Pages | Colour

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Family & Home

“A comforting picture book about separation and reunion”

When her father feels sad, a little girl finds ways to keep the bonds of love alive

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