Mechanica Set at the end of the 23rd century, when earth can no longer support wildlife and humans have created robotic creatures – Mechanica - for their own nostalgic enjoyment. However some of the Mechanica escape and develop on their own. This book is a field guide for the future showcasing some of the mechanical bugs, birds, bats and snakes and other animals which were created by those corporations who were largely responsible for the extinction of the species in the first place and those that evolved once some of the Mechanica escaped. Aaimed at 8 + readers, but adult book lovers will gravitate towards it – just because of its sheer beauty, strong steampunk style and fictional narrative. Lance Balchin is the author and illustrator. Available from 1 September 2016 Hardback | $24.95 | Suitable for 8+ years Counting on You Following on from the fly away success of You Have My Heart comes the next winning collaboration between award-winning author Corinne Fenton and illustrator Robyn Cowcher. This is the perfect gift to let someone know that you appreciate all the things they do for you. Written by Corinne Fenton and illustrated by Robin Cowcher, HardBack, $14.95, Suitable for 3+ years,
To celebrate 100 years of May Gibbs’ first book Gumnut Babies HarperCollins Children’s Books, Australia has released a new beautiful centenary hardcover edition (RRP: $39.99) Redesigned to showcase May’s original illustrations, it includes a bonus biography on the enigmatic Cecilia May Gibbs. http://www.harpercollins.com. au/9781460752555/gumnut-babies/ Australian singer Elly-May Barnes is showing her support of the centenary with an exclusive Story Box Library video storytelling presentation of the timeless tales. Elly-May is the Ambassador for the Cerebral Palsy Alliance, which, is one of the two charities May Gibbs bequeathed her copyright proceeds to on her passing. EllyMay’s video is now available via https://storyboxlibrary.com.au/ preview A Ferret Named Phil is the anti-bullying children's book by 22 year old South Australian writer William Reimer. It is the tale of a small ferret overcoming a big bully without resorting to violence. Told completely in rhyme with captivating watercolour illustrations. Designed for Ages 3 - 7 RRP: $22.95 plus postage www.aferretnamedphil.com.au
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