Graeme Base's Animalia Wins Top Children's Book Poll
Graeme Base's Animalia has been voted Australia's best children's picture book in a national poll, with the author discussing its creation in a new podcast.
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Mem Fox's Journey from Rejection to 5M Sales with Possum Magic
Australian author Mem Fox reflects on her career, from Possum Magic's initial rejections to selling 5 million copies and publishing over 50 beloved children's books.
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Guardian's Weekend Reading: Books, Food, Music & More
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Time Traveler's Wife Sequel 'Life Out of Order' Out This Autumn
Audrey Niffenegger's long-awaited sequel to The Time Traveler's Wife, Life Out of Order, focuses on daughter Alba navigating love and dystopia. Published 27 October.
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Heather Rose: Work, Love and Creative Rewards
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Graeme Base's Accidental Picture Book Success Story
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Graeme Base's Journey to Children's Book Success
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