Congratulations to author Julie Murphy and illustrator Rachel Tribout on the publication of Cheer Up, Blobfish! a hardback picture book for 4-8 year old’s published by Affirm Press 30 April 2024 It's the Festival of Fish – the biggest party of the year. Everyone seems to be having a great time … except for Blobfish. It seems no-one can make Blobfish happy. Or can they? Looks can be deceiving. This is a Festival of Fish we don’t want to miss ..read more

Congratulations to author and illustrator Fiona Levings on the publication of Before the Mountain had a Name a hardback non-fiction picture book for ages 3-80 published by Forty South Publishing May 2024 Mountains are memories ... The story of mountains may be set in stone but they reveal change we can scarcely imagine. Extinctions, volcanoes, dinosaurs ... we all know they existed but how are ancient worlds and their inhabitants connected to us today? This book tells the story of Hobart's beloved mountain kunanyi/Wellington. Its creation was gratefully supported by the May Gibbs Children's Li ..read more

Congratulations to author Karen Wasson and illustrator Marta Tesoro on the upcoming publication of Drop into the Ocean - a tour of the world's oceans and seas a non-fiction hardback picture book for ages 6 and above published by Hardie Grant Explore June 5th 2024 A beautifully illustrated children's science book for kids aged 6 and up. Join Neptune the jellyfish on a sensory journey through the world’s oceans and seas with a narrative that weaves in onomatopoeia and a series of fun facts. One thing’s for shore, this sand-sational book will kelp you Drop into the Ocean for a whale of a time. It ..read more

The CBCA Awards Foundation was established in 1996 by Margaret Hamilton AM and June Smith AM, to support the CBCA Awards and provide authors and illustrators with more than a handshake or a Camilla. VOTE HERE: You have a chance to vote for them as your top charity, to secure extra funding. Simply go to mygivingcircle and make your voice heard. The monetary prizes seek to support authors and illustrators in “the advancement, improvement and betterment of Australian Children’s literature”. Throughout its 27+ year history, the CBCA Awards Foundation has supported more than 480 authors and illustr ..read more

Congratulations to author Deborah Abela on the upcoming publication of The Kindness Project a middle grade paperback for ages 8-12 published by Penguin Random House May 2024 Four kids are given a project to make a kinder world, but they can't stand each other. Until they discover they have lots in common and rally together when one of them needs help, to create a magnificent kindness project. Told in verse, The Kindness Project is a heartfelt look at four kids who navigate the sometimes tricky world of being a kid, and the power of friendship and family to help us and remind us we're not alone ..read more

Congratulations to author Dr Danielle Camer and illustrator Tatsiana Burgaud on winning Distinguished Favourite for the NYC Big Book Award 2023 and Distinguished Favourite for the Independent Press Award 2024 in the Picture Book category (all ages) Cover illustrated by Tatsiana Burgaud and Jessica McLure Sophie Won’t Sleep a self-published hardback picture book for 3 to 6 year olds published in 2021 These awards recognise quality books from around the world. Danielle has been invited to attend an awards ceremony in NYC in June to be presented with these awards, and was featured on a billboard ..read more

Congratulations to author Deborah Frenkel and illustrator Danny Snell on the upcoming publication of The Truck Cat a hardback picture book for ages 3 and above by Hardie Grant Children's Publishing 01 May 2024 Tinka is a cat. Yacoub is his human. They live on a B-double tri-axle truck. But where is home, really? A story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found. Looking forward to this important story from two incredible creators ..read more

Congratulations to author and illustrator Margeaux Davis on the publication of What Stars are For a hardback picture book for 6-10 year olds published by Affirm Press 30 April 2024 Henry spends his nights exploring the world alone and wondering one thing: what are stars for? One morning, he decides to come out of his shell and ask someone. This is a moving story about curiosity, courage and finding friendship. Congratulations on your debut picture book as author/illustrator, Margeaux. A mesmerising cover for a gorgeous story with universal themes ..read more

Congratulations to Mick Elliott on the publication of MUMS AND MOGS Written and Illustrated by Mick Elliott a hardback fiction picture book for 0-7 year-olds published by Walker Books Australia April 2024 MUMS AND MOGS is the follow up to Mick's popular picture book debut, DADS AND DOGS. It is a joyous celebration of all the different types of mums in the world - and their cats! Written and drawn during the covid lockdowns, MUMS & MOGS captures the many roles that mums embrace. It brims with humour, chaos and warmth, making it the perfect read-along for parents. Purr-fect timing for Mother ..read more

Congratulations to Hazel Edwards on the publication of Author-preneurship Cover illustrated by Tess McCabe a YA non-fiction for ages 12 to adult published by Amba Press May 2024 Author-preneurship is about the business of creativity. This will also be relevant to many young people who may be creating in new visual and digital fields and for whom their 'brand' will matter.  This non-fiction includes case studies and strategies. Some treasured guidance to make your passion financially sustainable ..read more