A fantastic way to discover some fresh and upcoming authors is through literary awards. You know you're in for a good time when there's been plenty of commotion and chatter about a particular book. So, like a pair of overly proud, snap-happy parents at a graduation ceremony we're going to sing from the hilltops about our super talented 2017 award winning authors. Drumroll please... READ MORE

"If you want intelligent children give them a book. If you want more intelligent children give them more books." - Jackie French One of the greatest gifts for young children is the love of reading. If you're looking for the perfect children's book this Christmas, look no further. READ MORE

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To travel the world is the dream. But to see all the famous hot spots and icons around the world from your comfy lounge room chair is a pretty great second best. If you need to sate the wanderlust of a future traveler we've put together a fun list of books that will have your child experiencing the sights of the Eiffel tower right through to a circus in Russia! READ MORE

Books that can promise a good giggle are a great way to encourage hesitant readers. We've put together a list of funny books that won't make reading feel like a chore and bring about the fun in reading! READ MORE

There's something inherently funny about particular bodily functions that make a toot-ish sound. To kids especially, they're absolutely hilarious. But we're all big kids at heart! If you're being perfectly honest you've probably cracked a smile at a fart joke. There's a reason there's a multitude of fart jokes lingering and an array of Father's Day cards wafting through the stores plastered in fart humour. If you're ready to unleash all the laughter onto your little giggle monsters, give one of these a go! Or maybe gift one to Dad this Father's Day ... READ MORE

We're so excited for the 2017 Sydney Writer's Festival. With so many amazing authors in attendance, it's hard to see everything you'd like to. Let us know in the comments below what you're most looking forward to at the Sydney Writer's Festival! READ MORE

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