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AURORA RISING: THE AURORA CYCLE 1

Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff

ALLEN & UNWIN9781760295738 | $19.99 | | PB | YA

From the New York Times and internationally bestselling authors of The Illuminae Files comes a new science fiction epic . . .

The year is 2380, and the graduating cadets of Aurora Academy are being assigned their first missions. Star pupil Tyler Jones is ready to recruit the squad of his dreams, but his own boneheaded heroism sees him stuck with the dregs nobody else in the Academy would touch: a cocky diplomat with a black belt in sarcasm, a sociopathic scientist with a fondness for shooting her bunkmates, a smart-ass techwiz with the galaxy's biggest chip on his shoulder, an alien warrior with anger management issues, and a tomboy pilot who's totally not into her quad leader, in case you were wondering.

But Ty's squad isn't even his biggest problem—that'd be Aurora Jie-Lin O'Malley, the girl he's just rescued from interdimensional space. Trapped in cryo-sleep for two centuries, Auri is a girl out of time and out of her depth. But she could be the catalyst that starts a war millions of years in the making, and Tyler's squad of losers, discipline-cases and misfits might just be the last hope for the entire galaxy. NOBODY PANIC. For ages 12+.

Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff are two of Australia's bestselling and award-winning YA authors.

ALLEN & UNWIN 9781760295738 $19.99 PB YA NZ$22.99

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MY FRIEND FREDFrances Watts, illustrated

by A. Yi

ALLEN & UNWIN9781760290948 | $19.99 | | HB | PICTURE BOOK

A delightful picture book about a friendship between an exuberant but loveable dachshund

and his more retiring, tidy housemate

My friend Fred eats dog food for breakfast. I think dog food is disgusting. My friend Fred howls at the moon. I don't know why. He does a lot of funny things. But even though we are different, Fred is my best friend. For ages 3-5.

Frances Watts is an award-winning author of more than 25 books for children. A. Yi is an illustrator and animation artist. They both live in Sydney.

ALLEN & UNWIN 9781760290948 $19.99 HB PICTURE BOOK NZ$22.99

TOUCH THE MOONPhil Cummings, illustrated

by Coral Tulloch

ALLEN & UNWIN9781760523657 | $24.99 | | HB | FIRST FICTION

An atmospheric and lyrical story about the moon landing from a uniquely Australian perspective

Neil stepped out of the module. He moved carefully down the small ladder. He reached the last step and stopped. Slowly, he placed his foot on the moon. 'That's one small step for man, one giant leap for Mankind.'

It's a cold day in July and on a small television screen in Australia, a man is going to walk on the moon! At the same time, outside the window, another kind of miracle is unfolding. A lyrical personal account of the first moon walk, commemorating the 50th anniversary of this momentous global event. For ages 6-10.

Phil Cummings is the author of over sixty books for children which have been published around the world and received multiple awards. He lives in South Australia. Coral Tulloch has illustrated over sixty fiction and non-fiction books for children in Australia and internationally. She lives in Tasmania.

ALLEN & UNWIN 9781760523657 $24.99 HB FIRST FICTION NZ$27.99

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IN AMUNDSEN'S WAYRace to the South Pole

Joanna Grochowicz

ALLEN & UNWIN9781760637668 | $16.99 | | PB | NON-FICTION

What would you do to be the first? The gripping tale of the great Norwegian explorer's courage,

determination and ruthlessness in the race to the South Pole

Amundsen's South Polar conquest is an extraordinary tale which combines risk, intrigue and personal conflict. He was a man of striking intelligence whose brilliance in planning and anticipating the moves of his opponent propelled him into first place. He was single-minded in his thirst for world records in the most unforgiving environments. Such a man, with everything to lose, would stop at nothing to secure his goal and consequently his story is a testament to utter brilliance and ruthlessness. From the author of the highly acclaimed Into the White, and full of life-threatening challenges, deception, disappointments and triumph, Amundsen's Way is an adventure story in the purest sense. For ages 10-14.

Joanna Grochowicz is an Antarctic expedition expert, writer and communicator

ALLEN & UNWIN 9781760637668 $16.99 PB NON-FICTION NZ$18.99

THE RACE FOR THE RED DRAGON: CHILDREN OF THE

DRAGON 2Rebecca Lim

ALLEN & UNWIN9781760297374 | $14.99 | | PB | MIDDLE FICTION

The thrilling second book in the action-packed Children of the Dragon series

On their way to the Wudang Mountains to discover the fate of Qing's father and sisters, Qing and Harley hear rumours of an ancient vase emblazoned with a red dragon, and make an unscheduled stopover. Enemies are everywhere, and Harley and Qing must race malevolent forces across Hong Kong and Southern China to find the legendary vase. Qing's magic is growing in power, but is it enough to counter the human and otherworldly forces that are determined to stop them at all costs? Featuring magic, mystery and martial arts, The Race for the Red Dragon continues the action-packed adventure that began in The Relic of the Blue Dragon. For ages 9-12.

Rebecca Lim is the bestselling author of nineteen books, including The Astrologer's Daughter and Mercy. She lives in Melbourne.

ALLEN & UNWIN 9781760297374 $14.99 PB MIDDLE FICTION NZ$16.99

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SHAUNA'S GREAT EXPECTATIONS

Kathleen Loughnan

ALLEN & UNWIN9781760631574 | $19.99 | | PB | YA

A fresh and compelling novel about an Aboriginal scholarship student and her surprising final year

of school

Shauna is in her final year at an elite private school and has great expectations. In one short year, she'll be travelling the world and chasing her ideal career. Shauna is no ordinary private school girl. She holds an Indigenous scholarship and is determined to be the first member of her family to go to university. The year seems to be off to an excellent start, but Shauna knows something's not right. All her plans are suddenly thrown into disarray when she realises she's pregnant. One big night at a music festival now threatens to destroy ambitions and friendships that she's cherished for years. As pressure builds from every corner of her world, careers, reputations and even lives will hang in the balance. What will Shauna have to sacrifice to keep hold of her dreams? For ages 14+.

Kathleen is an Australian lawyer and writer. She lives between Australia and Europe.

ALLEN & UNWIN 9781760631574 $19.99 PB YA NZ$22.99

STEPSISTERJennifer Donnelly

HOTKEY9781471407970 | $19.99 | | PB | YA

A stunning and shocking retelling of the Cinderella fairytale from a Carnegie Medal

novelist

Stepsister takes up where Cinderella's tale ends. We meet Isabelle, the younger of the two stepsisters. Ella is considered beautiful; stepsister Isabelle is not. Isabelle is fearless, brave, and strong-willed. She fences better than any boy and takes her stallion over jumps that grown men fear to attempt. It doesn't matter, though; these qualities are not valued in a girl. Others have determined what is beautiful, and Isabelle does not fit their definition. Isabelle must face down the demons that drove her cruel treatment of Ella, challenge her own fate and maybe even redefine the very notion of beauty. Cinderella is about a girl who was bullied. Stepsister is about the bully. We all root for the victims; we want to see them triumph. But what about the bullies? Can a mean girl change? Can she find her own happily ever after? For ages 12+.

Jennifer Donnelly is the award-winning author of thirteen novels including A Gathering Light. She lives in New York.

HOTKEY 9781471407970 $19.99 PB YA NZ$22.99

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HELLO HOUSEHELLO GARAGE

Nicola Slater

NOSY CROW9781788001748 | 9781788002318 | $14.99 | | BD BK |

PICTURE BOOK

Ludo is going to the village and the garage today—can you help him find his friends? Knock on the doors to the different houses, then tickle Bruno's tummy to wake him up, so everyone can come and play outside! An adorable novelty board series, each with big gatefold flaps, holes to peek through and a touch-and-feel ending. For ages 1+.

NOSY CROW 9781788001748 9781788002318 $14.99 BD BK PICTURE BOOK NZ$16.99

MEEKOO AND THE BIG RED POTTYNicola Slater

NOSY CROW9781788004237 | $18.99 | | BD BK | PICTURE BOOK

An hilarious sound-button book designed to make potty-training a positive experience—for mums, dads AND their little ones! Meekoo may be a big bear now, but even big bears have accidents sometimes. Everyone will enjoy the soundtrack to Meekoo's potty-training day and they'll love joining in with the big cheer at the end! For ages 18m+.

Nicola Slater is the creator of Best Friends, Spot a Lot and Leaping Lemmings. She lives in England.

NOSY CROW 9781788004237 $18.99 BD BK PICTURE BOOK NZ$21.99

RESCUE PRINCESSES: THE AMBER NECKLACE

Paula Harrison

NOSY CROW9780857639899 | $9.99 | | PB | JUNIOR FICTION

A completely NEW story in the international bestselling series: all-action princesses, ready to rescue animals in peril with their skill, magic jewels and ninja moves!Princess Zina is shocked to discover that the forest home of her kingdom's lemurs is in danger! Can she and her princess friends work together to save the lovely animals and their precious trees? For ages 7+

A completely NEW story in the international bestselling series .

Paula Harrison is the author of the Red Moon Rising trilogy, The Rescue Princesses series and the Secret Rescuers series.

NOSY CROW 9780857639899 $9.99 PB JUNIOR FICTION

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CHESTER PARSONS IS NOT A GORILLA

Martyn Ford

FABER9780571332236 | $14.99 | | PB | JUNIOR FICTION

When Chester discovers he can mind jump, his sister Amy puts his new skills to work boosting the viewing figures on her video blog. And when a TV company takes them global, he does his most daring mind jump yet, into the brain of Tito the Gorilla. The trouble is, when he tries to return to his own body—it's gone! Has it been stolen? The quest to find the answer takes him on a journey beyond his wildest imagination. A fast-paced, mind-boggling and hilarious yet thought-provoking read for ages 9-11.

Martyn Ford is the acclaimed author of The Imagination Box series. He lives in the UK.

FABER 9780571332236 $14.99 PB JUNIOR FICTION NZ$16.99

SPELLSLINGER 5: QUEENSLAYER

Sebastien de Castell

HOTKEY9781471408175 | $19.99 | | PB | YA

The penultimate novel in the fantastical Spellslinger series! Kellen and Reichis have just finished fighting a duel when Kellen inadvertently smears blood on the Daroman. Just before he's put before the Queen to be executed, Kellen is given advice from one of his fellow prisoners: kill the Queen and he'll be given clemency by those who take power. But when Kellen comes face-to-face with the eleven-year-old monarch, he realises she's vastly smarter than he expected—and in a great deal more danger. For ages 14+.

Sebastien de Castell is the author of the acclaimed adult series The Greatcoats. He lives in Canada.

HOTKEY 9781471408175 $19.99 PB YA NZ$22.99

POTKIN AND STUBBSSophie Green, illustrated by

Karl Mountford

PICCADILLY BOOKS9781848127616 | $14.99 | | PB | JUNIOR FICTION

Lil Potkin lives in bleak Peligan City. Her mum works and is rarely at home, so aspiring journalist Lil has all the time she needs to explore the city, investigating unsolved stories. One rainy evening Lil meets a sad-looking boy sitting by himself in the bus station. That night Lil wakes to find him in her bedroom. He doesn't want to admit to being a ghost, but Nedly needs Lil's help to find out what happened to him after he disappeared from his orphanage a year ago. Funny, atmospheric, spooky—the perfect detective story for young readers. For ages 9+.

Sophie Green writes children's fiction and short stories. She lives in England.

PICCADILLY BOOKS 9781848127616 $14.99 PB JUNIOR FICTION NZ$16.99

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The 2013 CBCA Picture Book of the Year winner tells the story of how a neglected coat and a down-at-heel man experience the joy and magic of creativity. For ages 5+.

The highly acclaimed and beautifully illustrated book about three sisters who find a stranded whale on the beach. For ages 4-8.

THE COATJulie Hunt and Ron Brooks

NEW IN PAPERBACK Allen & Unwin9781760527204 | $14.99 |

STORM WHALESarah Brennan

NEW IN PAPERBACK Allen & Unwin 9781760875442 | $14.99 |

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SUPER CATSGwyneth Rees

BLOOMSBURY9781408894194 | $12.99 | | PB | JUNIOR FICTION

Cats with superpowers! This brand-new series is every young animal lover's dream come true. When Tagg discovers that his parents have superpowers, his life is changed forever. And just to think, all this time he thought he was an ordinary cat. Suddenly a whole new world opens up before his eyes. His mum has the most extraordinary claws. His dad is super strong. What will Tagg's power be? He can't wait to find out! For ages 7-9.

Gwyneth Rees is the author of Libby in the Middle and The Mum Hunt.

Bloomsbury 9781408894194 $12.99 PB Junior Fiction NZ$14.99

GO, GO, PIRATE BOATKatrina Charman

BLOOMSBURY9781408866344 | $12.99 | | PB | PICTURE BOOK

Join two seafaring pirates and their captain on a nautical adventure to find a treasure chest. Add to that a text that is read aloud to the tune of 'Row, Row, Row Your Boat' and you have a book that will be enjoyed time and time again! Little pirate fans will have endless fun singing along and doing the pirate actions in this fun ocean adventure filled with bold, colourful illustrations. For ages 0-5.

Katrina Charman is the author of Car, Car, Truck, Jeep.

Bloomsbury 9781408866344 $12.99 PB Picture Book NZ$14.99

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WE ARE BLOOD AND THUNDERKesia Lupo

BLOOMSBURY9781408898055 | $16.99 | | PB | YA

In a sealed-off city, a young woman, Lena, has been sentenced to death and her only way to survive is to trust those with magic. On the other side of the locked gates is a masked lady, Constance, determined to find a way back in. Years ago she escaped before her own powers were discovered. But now she won't hide who she is any longer. A stunning and original YA fantasy for ages 12+.

Kesia Lupo works as a children's book editor. She lives in the UK.

BLOOMSBURY 9781408898055 $16.99 PB YA NZ$18.99

GRIBBLEBOB'S BOOK OF UNPLEASANT GOBLINS

David Ashby

PUSHKIN CHILDREN’S9781782692348 | $16.99 | | PB | JUNIOR FICTION

When Anna and Nils meet Bob Gribble after school one night, little do they know that his true identity is Gribblebob, a goblin from the other side of the veil. As the mystery of his presence in their village unfolds, Anna and Nils's after-school routine is tipped on its head: they become embroiled in a wonderful adventure to save some books from a very evil witch, while also dealing with an invisible dog and two not entirely heroic heroes. A delightful, hilarious and brilliantly inventive adventure story for ages 8-12.

David Ashby lives in Sweden.

PUSHKIN CHILDREN’S 9781782692348 $16.99 PB JUNIOR FICTION NZ$18.99

CLOUD FORESTVictoria Turnbull

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S9781786031778 | $21.99 | | HB | PICTURE BOOK

A child's Umpa teaches them to read and to follow the words, out the garden gate and all the way to the sea. Every day is a new adventure. They visit castles in the air, feast with friends and sail away on the rains. But then one day, Umpa isn't there . . . This incredibly moving tale speaks of the power of books to bring people together, and to help us remember loved ones when they're no longer with us. For ages 4-7.

Victoria Turnbull is the critically acclaimed author-illustrator of Pandora and The Sea Tiger.

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S 9781786031778 $21.99 HB PICTURE BOOK NZ$24.99

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THE DICTIONARY OF DIFFICULT WORDS

With more than 400 perplexing words to test your wits!

Jane Solomon

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S 9781786038104 | $35.00 | | HB | NON-FICTION

What is a bumbershoot? Or a moonbow? And what does it mean when someone absquatulates...? Find out all this and more in the Dictionary of Difficult Words. Test your knowledge with more than 400 words to amaze, confuse and inspire budding wordsmiths (and adults). Written with simple, easy-to-understand definitions, this dictionary celebrates the beauty of the English language for family trivia time spent around the printed page. For ages 7-70.

Jane Solomon is a lexicographer and a member of the Unicode Emoji Subcommittee. She lives in California.

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S 9781786038104 $35.00 HB NON-FICTION NZ$39.99

YAY! YOU'RE GAY! NOW WHAT?

A gay guy's guide to life

Riyadh Khalaf

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S 9781786031914 | $19.99 | | PB | NON-FICTION

In this personal, heartfelt go-to guide for young queer guys, YouTuber and presenter Riyadh Khalaf shares frank advice about everything from coming-out to relationships, as well as interviews with inspirational queer role models, and encouragement for times when you’re feeling low. There’s a support section for family and friends written by Riyadh’s parents and LOADS of hilarious, embarrassing, inspiring and moving stories from gay boys around the world. For ages 11-16.

Riyadh Khalaf is one of the internet generation’s most prominent LGBT faces. He lives in London.

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S 9781786031914 $19.99 PB NON-FICTION NZ$22.99

THE RACE TO SPACEFrom the launch of Sputnik to the Moon

Landing

Clive Gifford

WORDS & PICTURES9781786038890 | $24.99 | | HB | NON-FICTION

With the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing in 2019, this book celebrates the Space Race rivalry between the US and the Soviet Union. From Russia’s first satellite to Neil Armstrong planting a US flag on the moon, discover the events that unfolded through amazing illustrations and engaging text. Explore, too, how these two space agencies now work together, and how the monumental achievements of the space race have created world-changing technology that we all use and benefit from today. For ages 8-11.

Clive Gifford is the award-winning author of more than 200 books. He lives in the UK.

WORDS & PICTURES 9781786038890 $24.99 HB NON-FICTION NZ$27.99

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THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANIMALS

edited by Tim Harris

BOOK SALES9780785836469 | $19.99 | | HB | NON-FICTION

Discover the lifestyles, habitats and behaviours of the animal kingdom as you've never seen them before in this fascinating visual guide packed with amazingly detailed artworks and full-colour photographs. Map icons illustrate the animal's distribution around the world, while key fact boxes highlight features of the animal's anatomy, diet and genus. Learn more about your favourite species, from the smallest insects to the largest mammals with this perfect modern encyclopaedia for animal enthusiasts of all ages.

Tim Harris is the award-winning author of Migration Hotspots. He lives in London.

BOOK SALES 9780785836469 $19.99 HB NON-FICTION NZ$22.99

QUEER HEROESMeet 52 LGBTQ heroes from past and

present!

Arabelle Sicardi

WIDE EYED EDITIONS 9781786034861 | $27.99 | | HB | NON-FICTION

This beautiful, bold book celebrates the achievements of LGBT people through history and from around the world. It features full-colour portraits of a diverse selection of 52 inspirational role models accompanied by short biographies that focus on their incredible successes, from Freddie Mercury’s contribution to music to Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa. Published to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, this title will show all children that anything is possible. For ages 10-15.

Arabelle Sicardi is a queer Asian American writer who was previously the Beauty Editor at BuzzFeed.

WIDE EYED EDITIONS 9781786034861 $27.99 HB NON-FICTION NZ$32.99

D-DAYMichael Noble

WIDE EYED EDITIONS 9781786036261 | $24.99 | | HB | NON-FICTION

Relive the events of June 6, 1944 through eye witness accounts that describe 20 real-life stories from the D-Day landings. D-Day presents collated photographs, personal accounts and testimonies from all sides with full-page illustrations dramatising individual roles, including RAAF Pilot Dave Shannon from Australia and Lieutenant Lawrence Hogben from New Zealand. It brings a key moment in history to life for young readers hearing about the event for the first time, as its 75th anniversary is commemorated. For ages 8-12.

Michael Noble is an academic who runs the Centre for Hidden Histories. He lives in the UK.

WIDE EYED EDITIONS 9781786036261 $24.99 HB NON-FICTION NZ$27.99

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Little People, BIG DREAMS

Isabel Sanchez Vegara

FRANCES LINCOLN CHILDREN’S9781786038036 | 9781786033345 | $19.99 |

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New in the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of David Bowie, the starman who dazzled audiences with his music, and Mahatma Gandhi, the peaceful protester and father of India. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to encourage the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world! For ages 4-7.

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