Captivating Reads: Keep Little Book Lovers Happy this November

At this time of year, there are so many wonderful new books to choose from that it can be a bit daunting. With that in mind, we’ve chosen a few highlights that will help you navigate through the large November book haul:

Bella the Brave by Rebel Wilson, illustrated by Annabel Tempest

Bella is brave, Bella is bold. She just doesn’t know it yet. This is an empowering picture book about finding your voice from one of Australia’s best-loved stars, Rebel Wilson.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Bella the Brave here.

Marcie Gill and the Caravan Park Cat by Monica McInerney, illustrated by Danny Snell

Beloved and award-winning Australian author Monica McInerney has written a delightful and entertaining first book for children. It’s a heartwarming story that will delight readers young and old.

Ages 9+

Buy a copy of Marcie Gill and the Caravan Park Cat here.

You Can Live on the Bright Side by Lucy Bell, illustrated by Astred Hicks

You Can Live on the Bright Side is about helping kids find their passions and balance in life. It’s jam-packed with resources that kids and their parents will find to be inspirational boredom-busters.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of You Can Live on the Bright Side here.

Welcome to Our Country: Somebody’s Land by Adam Goodes and Ellie Laing, illustrated by David Hardy

An accessible picture book for young children that introduces First Nations history and the term ‘terra nullius’ to a general audience, from Australian of the Year, community leader and anti-racism advocate Adam Goodes and political adviser and former journalist Ellie Laing, with artwork by Barkindji illustrator David Hardy.

Ages 4+

Buy a copy of Somebody’s Land here.

The Odds #2: Run, Odds, Run by Matt Stanton

From million-copy bestseller Matt Stanton comes another hilarious and heart-filled story about imagination, anxiety and accepting ourselves. The sequel to the bestselling graphic novel, The Odds.

Ages 7+

Buy a copy of Run, Odds, Run here.

Batpig: When Pigs Fly by Rob Harrell

Introducing a brilliantly hilarious graphic novel featuring an unstoppable, super-swine hero who boldly fights for justice – from catching litterers to defeating powerful supervillains intent on destruction.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of When Pigs Fly here.

Click by Kayla Miller

For fans of Raina Telgemeier comes the first book in the New York Times bestselling graphic novel series about friendship and finding where you “click”.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of Click here.

Medusa by Jessie Burton

Medusa is a dazzling, feminist retelling of Greek myth from the internationally bestselling author of The Miniaturist, stunningly illustrated by Olivia Lomenech Gill.

Ages 12+

Buy a copy of Medusa here.

Stellarphant by James Foley

The latest picture book from award-winning author-illustrator James Foley. Stellarphant is an inspiring story that teaches readers that hard work, determination, and self-belief will help you reach the stars.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Stellarphant here.

The Astonishing Chronicles of Oscar from Elsewhere by Jaclyn Moriarty, illustrated by Kelly Canby

The magical fourth book in the whimsical world of the Kingdoms and Empires follows a non-magical boy called Oscar who finds himself caught up in a surprisingly urgent quest in an even more surprising world.

Ages 10+

Buy a copy of The Astonishing Chronicles of Oscar from Elsewhere here.

Fire Truck Santa by Nic McPickle, illustrated by Nathaniel Eckstrom

During Christmas time all over Australia – from the bush to the ‘burbs – Santa arrives on the back of the fire truck! This boisterous picture book celebrates a much-loved Aussie tradition

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Fire Truck Santa here.

Book of Curious Birds by Jennifer Cossins

Explore some of the world’s most curious birds in this beautifully illustrated guide from bestselling author and illustrator Jennifer Cossins, suitable for all ages.

Buy a copy of Book of Curious Birds here.

Wishyouwas: The Tiny Guardian of Lost Letters by Alexandra Page, illustrated by Penny Neville-Lee

The Tiny Guardian of Lost Letters is the start of a new adventure series with bags of charm. Children who enjoy animal adventure and magical underground worlds will fall in love with Wishyouwas.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of The Tiny Guardian of Lost Letters here.

The Magic of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt, illustrated by Katherine Quinn

A lyrical and imaginative tale that highlights everyday wonders. Magnolia navigates the pitfalls of friendship, school, family and being ten.

Ages 6+

Buy a copy of The Magic of Magnolia Moon here.

The Warrior in my Wardrobe by Simon Farnaby, illustrated by Claire Powell

Join Rose, Merdyn the wizard and Bubbles the guinea pig in another hilarious time-travelling adventure. Rose must save her kidnapped brother from a Dark Ages Warrior!

Ages 9+