Hachette Australia

HACHETTE AUSTRALIA

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Hachette Australia is a team of expert publishers and passionate readers dedicated to discovering talented writers and working with them to craft exceptional stories. Hachette Australia selects the very best, whatever the genre — from high-quality commercial fiction to literary award-winners, children’s picture books to memoirs and history, lifestyle and sport.

THE ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF PECULIAR PAIRS IN NATURE

Sami Bayly

Come along for another fresh take on the animal kingdom from bestselling author and illustrator, Sami Bayly. Discover 60 of the most peculiar pairs in nature and learn how plant and animal species rely on each other for their survival.

• Previous titles have sold in the UK, US, China, Russia and Israel.

• This is a fresh take on the animal kingdom. Both educational and a beautiful work of art that will fascinate children.

• As with The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals and The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals, this will be beautifully packaged and designed.

THE CURIOSITIES

Zana Fraillon and Phil Lesnie

Miro sees the world differently, thanks to the Curiosities — creatures that nestle on his shoulder, whisper in his ear and show him a different way of seeing the world. These creatures make him stand out, but Miro soon realises that his Curiosities are a gift.

• An inspiring story that celebrates creativity, curiosity and neurodivergence.

• Stunning artwork from illustrator Phil Lesnie, inspired by his Filipino heritage.

• Zana Fraillon has won or been shortlisted for the Amnesty CILIP Honour, the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards, the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize and the CILIP Carnegie Medal.

RELEASE DATE: 10/2021 ISBN: 9780734420046 RRP (AUD): $32.99 FORMAT: HB, 128pp RIGHTS: World CATEGORY: Non-fiction Picture Book

RELEASE DATE: 10/2021 ISBN: 9780734417848 RRP (AUD): $26.99 FORMAT: HB, 32pp RIGHTS: World CATEGORY: Picture Book

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SEASONS IN THE CITY

Megan McKean

Did you know springtime in Tokyo is cherry blossom season? Or that on the longest day of summer in Stockholm the sun stays up for 18 hours? Discover what different seasons look like in cities all around the world.

• An accessible and beautifully illustrated introduction to different cities and customs across the world.

• This gorgeous book will appeal to children and travellers of all ages.

• Find out how a change in weather can inspire different occasions, celebrations and activities to enjoy all year round.

WEDNESDAY WEEKS AND THE TOWER OF SHADOWS

Denis Knight and Cristy Burne

Wednesday Weeks never wanted to be a sorcerer’s apprentice. She’d rather study science than magic. But when her cloak-wearing, staff-wielding grandpa is captured by a power-hungry goblin king, Wednesday must find a way to rescue him. The first book in a new series that asks in a world of magic, can science save the day?

• The first in an exciting new four book series featuring smart, opinionated and feisty protagonist Wednesday Weeks.

• Fast, funny and pacey, this is perfect for reluctant readers.

• Rights sold in Germany and Russia.

WANDI

Favel Parrett

A dingo cub is snatched from his family and home by a giant eagle, then dropped, injured and alone in a suburban backyard. This is the beautifully woven story of Wandi, the most famous dingo in the world. Told with wonder and heart by one of Australia’s most beloved storytellers. A classic in the tradition of Storm Boy and The Call of the Wild.

• A Children’s literary classic in the making, written by award-winning author Favel Parrett.

• Favel has been recognised in many prestigious awards, including shortlistings for the Miles Franklin Award and the Stella Prize.

• Will appeal to all children with an interest in the animal kingdom, the environment and conservation.

RELEASE DATE: 09/2021 ISBN: 9780734420442 RRP (AUD): $29.99 FORMAT: HB, 64pp RIGHTS: World CATEGORY: Nonfiction Picture Book

RELEASE DATE: 04/2021 ISBN: 9780734420190 RRP (AUD): $16.99 FORMAT: PB, 256pp RIGHTS: World CATEGORY: Middle Grade

RELEASE DATE: 10/2021 ISBN: 9780734420633 RRP (AUD): $19.99 FORMAT: PB, 256pp RIGHTS: World CATEGORY: Middle Grade

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