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Discover new stories to inspire, uplift and entertain for both kids and grown-ups alike! Here are our five unforgettable releases in one magical collection.

It’s Blossom Possum’s birthday, and she’s far too excited to sleep!

Using goodies from the Aussie bush—gumnuts, wattle seeds, lilly pilly berries and witchetty grubs—she makes a delicious birthday treat so share with her friends: a Gumnut Man stuck together with sweet and chewy wattle gum. But just as she was about to take a bite, Gumnut Man springs up and runs away!

Joined by her bush buddies Rocky Cocky, Toey Joey, Echo Gecko, Trilby Bilby and Okka Quokka, they go on a chase. But the Gumnut Man is too fast… until he meets By-jingo Dingo by the river.

Full of rhyme, rhythm, and onomatopoeia, Blossom Possum and the Gumnut Man is an Aussie twist on a classic tale full of suspense and humour with an unexpected yet satisfying ending.

AHA! Moments is a unique self-help book for adults because of the way it communicates powerful ideas for personal development through text and illustrations. Readers will be empowered to build confidence, better navigate stress and move forward and thrive.

At the heart of this book are ‘AHA! moments’ — powerful insights designed to transform self-limiting thoughts, unhelpful emotional reactions and self-defeating behaviours in the face of everyday stress.

The reader will meet Sunny, a character navigating life’s highs and lows who helps make AHA! Moments clear and relatable.

The AHA! moments are inspired by the insights and wisdom of leading international figures in philosophy, brain science, positive psychology and cognitive-behavioural and rational-emotive therapy including Ellis, Seligman, Maslow, Epictetus and even Shakespeare.

If you can teach a child how to add and subtract, there is no reason they can’t also be taught to practice simple activities that result in better quality of life and wellbeing.

Being Down and Getting Up is a tender and beautifully simple book that gently reminds us—and especially our children—that every difficult feeling has a path to healing. With its rhythmic reflections and soft encouragements, this little book lifts spirits by showing how moments of sadness, fear, or anger can be transformed into joy, peace, and connection.

The book is powerful tool for nurturing emotional resilience, mindfulness, and gratitude. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or simply someone who cares, this book offers a warm, reassuring hand to hold through life’s ups and downs. Let it help you—and the little ones you love—find light in the shadows and strength in kindness.

“This charming book should stimulate valuable interactions between parent and child. I love the illustrations.” – Hugh Mackay, social researcher and bestselling author of The Kindness Revolution.

Bear has a big surprise: a new baby is joining his family! But Bear isn’t so sure about this change. What if the new baby takes his toys? What if it gets all the attention? Bear hatches a plan, but his wise friend Penny Panda wonders if it’s really the best idea…

Join Bear on his journey as he navigates the ups and downs of welcoming a new sibling. This heartwarming story offers gentle insights into managing feelings of jealousy and uncertainty, with practical tips for parents to support their little ones through this exciting (but sometimes tricky) transition.

Filled with fun, relatable moments and expert advice, Bear And The Big Surprise is a must-read for any family adjusting to life with a new baby.

Story Sparks is first of its kind, interactive flip book to spark your creative bedtime storytelling. With over 1,000 plot combinations, each page offers you Characters, Locations and Scenarios, accompanied by a detailed artwork to inspire your imagination.

From stories about pirates at a playground who throws a party, to a talking fire truck in outer space who gets lost, the prompts will provide plenty of fun and entertaining bedtime stories every night.