Books & Media

Matilda is a brilliant child with a magical mind.

Her parents have decided she is a waste of space. And her headmistress Miss Trunchball is a terrible bully, who thinks children are rotten and awful and should be locked up.

But it's time for Matilda to find the power to change her story, and show them just how extraordinary children can be . . .

This beautiful gold 40th-birthday edition of the bestselling Hairy Maclary Treasury is a complete collection of Hairy Maclary's adventures, and includes a reading of the stories introduced by Lynley Dodd.

Out of the gate and off for a walk went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy . . .

Ever since 1983, when Hairy Maclary first trotted out of the gate and off for a walk, he has been adored by millions of children and adults all over the world. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Hairy and his gang, Lynley Dodd's ten classic stories starring Hairy Maclary have been brought together in this very special gift treasury. It also includes a link to download the audio stories, introduced by Lynley Dodd herself.

Have you seen Bluey and Bingo? There are lots of other hidden items too, so join the fun in this search-and-find book!
Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.

Bluey and Chucky are watching the footy with their families. But Chucky's parents are on opposing teams, so can Bluey help him pick a side?

A gorgeous board book for kids of all ages about sporting rivalry and spending time with family.

Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.

Bluey and Bingo tell us why they love their family in this sweet and cheeky book.

A gorgeous hardback book for kids of all ages.

Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.

A shaped board book about Lynley Dodd's most delightful canine character that's perfectly pitched for babies and toddlers.

Hairy Maclary is a rascally dog,
he's a playful dog
and a hungry dog.

Wherever Hairy Maclary goes, trouble is never far away! Find out all about the raggedy rascal in this delightful introduction to the bestselling Hairy Maclary and FriendsTM series by Lynley Dodd.

Orphaned Jane Eyre endures an unhappy childhood, hated by her aunt and cousins and then sent to comfortless Lowood School. But life there improves and Jane stays on as a teacher, though she still longs for love and friendship. At Mr Rochester's house, where she goes to work as a governess, she hopes she might have found them - until she learns the terrible secret of the attic.

Cyril Avery is not a real Avery. At least, that's what his parents make sure to remind him. Adopted as a baby, he feels more and more disconnected with the family that treats him more as a curious pet, rather than a beloved son.

So, as a young adult, Cyril decides to embark on a quest to find his place in the world. Sometimes misguided and often in the wrong place at the wrong time, life has dealt him a difficult hand but Cyril is resolute that he can change things, and find the courage to be himself.

And in doing so, his story will come across that of Catherine Goggin, a young, pregnant woman finding herself alone and isolated at only sixteen. There is a place in the world for both of them, and Cyril is determined to find it.

It’s Easter with a twist in this hilarious mix-up of eggs with legs and hot cross BUMS…
Easter is a SPRINGY time of year!
But SOMETHING doesn’t look right here . . .

Spring into Easter with this laugh-out-loud journey through all things eggs, rabbits and chocolate – but with a twist! An Easter Bunny on a Space Hopper? Eggs with legs? A hot cross BUM? That’s not right!

With hilarious illustrations throughout from Lee Cosgrove, this silly seasonal story is bound to have kids hopping with delight!

Simply add water to bring eggs and springtime animals magically to life.
Filled with simple, black-and white images of decorative eggs with bunnies, chicks and other Eastery friends. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as spring colours magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping with brush control skills. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

Explore the very best off-road destinations in the Brisbane region with the newly updated 2nd Edition of 4WD Treks Close to Brisbane. Includes detailed track descriptions, things to do and see along with details on picnic and camping areas.

Never forget your Adopt Me journey with this official game journal.
This guided journal is a must-have companion to the game all about adopting cute pets, decorating your house, and playing with friends!

Profile your pets, track your trades and unlock the inspiration to master the magical world of Adopt Me! Includes activities, colouring and drawing space to be creative.

The perfect gift for fans of the popular game, Adopt Me!

*FROM THE BESTSELLING & INTERNATIONAL NED KELLY AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE MAID COMES A SPARKLING NEW MYSTERY*
‘Witty, joyful and utterly unique’ A J FINN
‘Polished to perfection’ SHARI LAPENA
‘A rollicking, riotous, rollercoaster of a mystery’ BENJAMIN STEVENSON
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A new mess.
A new mystery.
Molly the maid returns . . .

Molly Gray wears her Head Maid badge proudly for every shift at the Regency Grand Hotel, plumping pillows, sweeping up the guests’ secrets, silently restoring rooms to a state of perfection.

But when a renowned guest – a famous mystery writer – drops very dead in the grand tea room, Molly has an unusual clean-up on her hands.

As rumours and suspicion swirl in the hotel corridors, it’s clear there’s grime lurking beneath the gilt. And Molly knows that she alone holds the key to the mystery. But unlocking it means thinking about the past, about a dusty old house, and everything else she’s tidied away in her memory.

Because Molly knew the dead guest once upon a time – and she knows his secrets too . . .
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Over a million readers have loved getting swept away by The Maid:

‘Excellent and totally entertaining . . . the most interesting (and endearing) main character in a long time’ STEPHEN KING

‘This is phenomenal thriller. Maid or murderer or victim? Find out in the book’ READER REVIEW

‘Gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know' EMMA STONEX

‘I loved everything about this book’ READER REVIEW

‘I didn’t think I could love a character any more than I loved Eleanor Oliphant but along comes Molly the Maid. God, I love her’ READER REVIEW

‘Fresh, fiendish and darkly beguiling. The Maid is so thrillingly original, and clever, and joyous. I just adored every page’ CHRIS WHITAKER

‘Felt like a modern day homage to Agatha Christie’ READER REVIEW

‘Lots of twists and turns and highly gripping’ READER REVIEW

The Maid was a New York Times No.1 bestseller for w/c 31/01/2022

The number one New York Times bestselling authors of Vanderbilt return with another riveting history of a legendary American family, the Astors, and how they built and lavished their fortune.

115 x 80 x 30 mm | Gift set of 24 cards with timber display stand

A garden is a friend you can visit anytime, so take a stroll and delight in what you learn along the way. Up the Garden Path features 24 quotations all about appreciating your journey as you walk this earth.

Step into a secret garden of wonder packed with encouragement, daily guidance and a sprinkle of magic.

Featuring the gorgeously quirky and delightful Twigseeds characters, these Little Affirmations were illustrated by Australian artist Kate Knapp, designed in our Affirmations studio in Bellingen, Australia and are printed using eco-friendly paper.

A new picture book from bestselling duo Beck and Robin Feiner.

Cats or dogs? Living in the city or the country? Going to the pool or the beach?
Life presents lots of questions and lots of choices ...For Oscar, there's no question or choice he won't twist, tumble, turn inside out and explore every which way.

From the creators of IF I WAS PRIME MINISTER comes a book that invites you to be a mental gymnast and look at both sides of the story! this is a quirky story that will be enjoyed by young children who regularly need to flex their decision-making muscles. It will get them thinking about the pros and cons of different choices they have to make on a daily basis. An entertaining picture book for ages 4 and up.

The hilarious children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – a timeless adventure illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross.

On a volcanic island, in the middle of shark-infested waters, stands The Cruel School. The lessons are ludicrous, the school dinners are disgusting and the teachers are terrifying.

When Larker is sent to the school, she quickly realises that VERY odd things are going on involving sinister Science teacher Doctor Doktur, a secret cave and a ‘Monsterfication Machine’. Can Larker unravel the teacher’s wicked plot?

Meet five adorable chicks in this delightful Easter addition to the much-loved That's not my... series. Babies love the best-selling That's not my… books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop sensory and language awareness.

Baby's best friend!
Meet five adorable bunnies in this charming addition to the much-loved That's not my… series. Babies love the best-selling That's not my… books with their bold illustrations, patches to stroke, and a mouse to spot on every page, all designed to develop sensory and language awareness.

Beloved picture book creator Mem Fox puts a fresh spin on a new baby story in this tender, funny book about unconditional love.Here is our dragon!He's a sweetie. Except, well, when he's not.He never means to cause trouble, but ...he is a baby dragon, after all!