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Random Reviews and Ramblings from Redcliffe

  • Bert and Billy – Mark Carthew & Shane McG

    There’s still a while before this one’s official release but I want to share it now because I know that for many of you, budgets will soon be closed and you do NOT want to miss out on a pre-order for this new one from the very talented Mark Carthew. Not just because it’s an… Read more

  • Before it was Called Science – Corey Tutt. Jaelyn Biumaiwai.

    ISBN:9781761181511 Publisher:A&U Children’s Imprint:A & U Children September 2026 RRP: $32.99 As soon as I knew this one was on its way, I asked for it because there is absolutely no doubt that Corey Tutt has proven himself to be such an excellent creator of engaging, interesting and meaningful information books – along with his… Read more

  • Caring for Country First Knowledges for younger readers – Bruce Pascoe & Bill Gammage.

    Adapted by Jasmin McGaughy with illustrations by Savi Ross. 2026 CBCA NOTABLE BOOK FOR EVE POWNALL AWARD2026 NATIONAL TRUST HERITAGE AWARDS FINALIST Thames & Hudson September 2025 ISBN: 9781760763572 RRP: $26.99 I am quite sure you have already got this one in your collection, given its recent accolade in the annual CBCA awards, but it… Read more

  • Belonging – Ambelin Kwaymullina

    Magabala Books July 2026 ISBN: 9781922864819 RRP: $27.99 This is absolutely stunning – there’s no other word for it. Both Ambelin’s striking contemporary Aboriginal artwork and her simple yet powerful text make this a must-have for any collection. I’m sure many of you will have already seen it but for those who haven’t, let me… Read more

  • My Country – Ezekiel Kwaymullina & Sally Morgan

    The board book edition… Fremantle Press August 2026 9781925816075 RRP: $15.00 Just a heads up that My Country is now available in a board book edition – so even the smallest of Smalls can enjoy it’s vibrant colours and lovely text! Read more

  • Noongar Boodja Waangkan/Noongar First Words – Jayden Boundry & Tyrown Waigana

    Fremantle Press October 2026 ISBN: 9781760997632 RRP: $26.99 Oh these books from Jayden and Tyrown are just adorable as well as being such excellent cultural learning resources. And this one is especially cute being pitched at a slightly older audience ready for a longer book. This one covers a wide vocabulary of Noongar words for for… Read more

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