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Tales of friendship: Jack's Best Day Ever

By Gabrielle Bassett

Issue 126, Term 3 2023

at all kids would find fun but also to show my son that he is loved and seen. I also realised during this time that there was no diversity on our own bookshelf at home. At first, I could not stop writing. The book was far too long for a children’s picture book so, with the help of the editor, we

Diverse titles are finding their homes in libraries

By Crystal Corocher

Issue 127, Term 4 2023

ial release date of this title (October 4 2023), the ongoing movement towards more inclusive literature across the publishing industry, libraries and booksellers has been so significant that Giovanni has already received many early positive reviews. It’s clear that in those preceding two years whi

'Selfie' author interview: Allayne L Webster

By Allayne L Webster

Issue 134, Term 3, 2025

back the intensity. Kids can come home from school, clock off, and not have their home life invaded by external pressures. What role do you believe books like Selfie can play in helping teens critically assess their social media habits? Our most powerful ally is education. Selfie provides a

The story of Story Store

By Joanna Baynes

Issue 127, Term 4 2023

ne made a random comment: ‘Wouldn’t it be good if there was somewhere you could take all your excellent condition – but no longer needed – children’s books?’  This comment was closely followed by: ‘OMG, Joanna, I can see your brain ticking over!’ And there you have it: the idea of ‘ Story Store ’

The Great Aussie Book Count 2023–24

By Amanda Shay

Issue 127, Term 4 2023

When authors and publishers are compensated for the free use of their content in our school libraries, they are able to produce new content for all. Together with the Australian Government’s Office for the Arts, Education Services Australia (ESA) is currently working with school libraries acros