The Lionel Messi Story
How One Man Revolutionized Major League Soccer
By Luciano Wernicke
Lionel Messi is often called the best player of all time. He holds 46 titles, including one World Cup and four European Champion League titles and eight Ballon d'Ors, the highest individual honour in soccer.
In 2024, he won Major League Soccer's MVP award. But who is the player behind these impressive stats? What makes Lionel Messi so great?
This book takes a deep dive into Messi's background, examining his beginnings, his struggles to reach the top, and even his thoughts on his soccer career.
With Messi's arrival to Major League Soccer (MLS) in 2023, the most popular sport in the world experienced a revolution in the US.
More stars from Europe, South America, and Africa followed, and the matches were soon televised on more channels and platforms than ever before.
The explosive success of MLS motivated Time magazine to name Messi the greatest sports figure of 2023.
To fully understand how Messi influenced MLS, this book takes a dynamic and in-depth look into his playing history-his beginnings, his career successes, his own personal stories, as well as what other players think of Messi's career.
Author Bio:
Luciano Wernicke was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Salvador, and he is a professor of Sport History and Soccer History at the Instituto Universitario River Plate. In 2019, Luciano was the assistant to the Costa Rica National Soccer team manager. He has written 25 books on soccer, including Unforgettable Soccer and Why Is Soccer Played Eleven Against Eleven? and his books have been translated into several different languages.
This is the amazing story of how one of the world's greatest soccer players revolutionized MLS.
MEYER AND MEYER
Category: BIOGRPAHY: GENERAL
B&W Throughout
Disc: Trade International Paperback
216 X 140 mm 208 pages
Release Date: February 2026
9781782552901 AUD$: 37.99
Punk The Last Word
By Chris Sullivan and Stephen Colegrave
The last word on the movement that shook the world.
Punk: The Last Word is a powerful reimagining of punk-not just as a sound or style, but as a radical, DIY philosophy rooted in defiance, truth, and individuality.
Cultural insider and Wag Club founder Chris Sullivan and Byline Times editor Stephen Colegrave brings together over 150 original interviews with punks most iconic figures-Iggy Pop, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Siouxsie Sioux, Vivienne Westwood, and many others.
From musicians and designers to promoters and provocateurs, they paint a vivid portrait of the movements chaotic rise and lasting impact on both sides of the Atlantic.
Tracing punks’ rebellious spirit from 19th-century bohemia to the explosion of Kings Road and Coventry in the late 70s, this is, without a doubt, the most in-depth, insider account of punk’s evolution and legacy.
As the movement approaches its 50th anniversary, its core values-authenticity, resistance, and creative freedom-feel more urgent than ever.
Author Bio:
Chris Sullivan has been a key figure in underground style and music since the early 1970s. At 18, he pioneered the UK's first warehouse parties while studying at St Martins. He founded The Wag Club in Soho, which he ran from 1982 to 2001, and fronted the Latin punk funk band Blue Rondo a La Turk, who sold over a million records and toured worldwide. As a journalist, he was GQ style editor and contributed to outlets like The Times, The Guardian, and Italian Vogue. He's also an author of books such as Punk: A Life Apart and Rebel Rebel: How Mavericks Made the Modern World.
Stephen Colegrave is co-founder and executive editor of Byline Times and writes articles on popular culture. He curated the John Lennon section of the Beatles Story Museum in Liverpool. He cowrote Inside Music (Random House, 2004), Punk: A Life Apart (Cassell, 2000) and helped Leee Black Childers with his autobiography. Previously, Stephen has produced feature films and documentaries, been EMEA marketing director of Saatchi & Saatchi and curated music festivals.
Punk isn’t just music. It’s a way of life.
OMNIBUS PRESS
Category: MUSIC
Disc: Trade International
624 pages
Release Date: January 2026
9781915841254
Hardback
AUD$: 69.99
Stitched Up A Story of
Heart and A Life Fulfilled
By Vic Wiggins
Key Sales Points:
*In Stitched Up, Vic tells his story – how he has navigated a complex chronic illness over 5 decades – and still pushed the limits and lived a life fulfilled.
* Vic has written this book for anyone who feels like they’ve been ‘stitched up’ by life – literally or figuratively.
* This book deeply explores life when tomorrow is never guaranteed. Vic answers the question on how to remain hopeful even while living with the fear of death daily.
* The book is for anyone with a chronic medical condition (both congenital or acquired), carers, family members, educators and medical professionals.
Publicity:
* Planned upcoming events over the next 12 months aimed at reaching individuals, families and professional audiences across community, corporate, medical and government sectors.
* Supported by endorsements from leading medical professionals.
Vic Wiggins has more reasons than most to feel like he has been ‘stitched up’ by life.
In 1971, he was the youngest child in the UK to survive a pioneering 12-hour operation for a rare and complex heart problem – the first of 3 open-heart surgeries.
Author Bio:
Victor Wiggins was born in October 1970 and just a few months later became the youngest child in the UK to survive a groundbreaking 12-hour operation for a rare and complex heart condition. Defying the odds through decades of medical challenges, he’s spent his life pushing limits to live a fulfilled life. Vic lives in Melbourne, Australia with his family.
Having moved from the UK to live in New Zealand in 2003 and now Australia for the past 11 years, Vic received a new heart in February 2025, at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, Australia and left hospital 13 days later.
Less than two months later, went bike riding with his son for the first time in years.
Stitched Up: A story of heart and a life fulfilled tells the journey of someone who never gave up and who is now able to live life to the full.
WILKINSON PUBLISHING
Category: MEMOIRS
Author is from VIC
Not Illustrated
Disc: Trade Australian Paperback
234 X 153 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781921804144
312 pages
AUD$: 29.99
Author Bio:
Dr Michael E Bernard, an international consultant to the education, sports, and business communities, is a former professor at the University of Melbourne and an Emeritus Professor at California State University, Long Beach. He founded You Can Do It! Education, Australia’s first K-12 social-emotional learning program, now used in over 5,000 schools worldwide. Michael was the first sports psychologist for Collingwood Football Club and co-founded the Australian Institute for Rational Emotive Therapy. He has authored or edited more than 50 books on peak performance, procrastination, stress management, and mental health.
WILKINSON PUBLISHING
Category: SELF-HELP/PRACTICAL
Disc: Trade Australian Paperback
234 X 153 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781921804151
336 pages
AUD$: 34.99
Procrastinate Later Do it
By Dr Bernard Michael E.
Key Sales Points:
*Backed by 20 years of science and professional experience, Procrastinate Later. Do It NOW! provides readers with a clear understanding of what procrastination is, the causes that prompt people to delay essential tasks and the tools to build discomfort tolerance, break free from delay and act with confidence.
*The book takes an action-first approach with tools that will help readers move now, not after weeks of reflection.
*Tackles procrastination across all life domains, including work, study, home, relationships, health and personal goals.
*Inspires, motivates and empowers readers with the clarity and tools to shift from avoidance to achievement with confidence.
*The book is straightforward with a no-nonsense style that is easy to read, accessible and designed for busy people.
* For professionals, entrepreneurs, public, young adults, students, self-improvement and mental health seekers; educators, coaches and therapists.
Publicity:
* Michael is a respected voice in professional and public circles, regularly featured in print, TV, radio, and podcasts.
* A sought-after keynote speaker and published author, he combines a proven track record with strong media ties, an active network, and an engaged online presence, making him wellplaced to drive visibility and support for Procrastinate Later. Do It NOW!
Procrastinate Later. Do It NOW! shows readers how to finally break free from procrastination not with gimmicks or quick fixes alone, but with proven strategies that address its real causes. Drawing on the latest brain science, decades of professional practice and practical experience, this book reveals why procrastination is not about laziness or poor time management, but about our ability to tolerate discomfort. Across 14 chapters, readers will discover:
* How emotions often override reason.
* The subtle ways we sabotage our best interests and how to stop.
* The breakthrough concept of discomfort tolerance that makes long-term change possible.
* Tools from Cognitive-b ehavioral and mindfulness skills to strengthen discomfort tolerance
* Strategies for mastering time, managing stress, decluttering environments, and tackling academic delay.
* How interpersonal struggles whether conflict, passivity, or lack of support feed procrastination.
* A step-by-step Procrastinate Later, Do It NOW! program for lasting success.
Rough Guides Mini Japan Travel
Guide with eBook
By Rough Guides
This mini pocket Japan is perfect for travellers looking for essential information in a compact format. Written by Rough Guides experts, it provides key details on must-see places, top attractions, and curated recommendations to help you make the most of your trip. With suggested itineraries, dining tips, and practical advice, it’s your go-to companion for a seamless travel experience.
In this Japan guidebook, you will find:
* Curated recommendations of places - expert picks of main attractions, family-friendly activities, relaxing spots, and the best photo opportunities,
* What’s new and when to go - an overview of recent changes in the destination, plus seasonal insights and sustainable travel tips,
* Things not to miss in Japan - Yakushima, sake breweries, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima, Kiso Valley, Nametoko Gorge, skiing, sushi, Naoshima, onsen, ramen,
* Tailored trip plans - three unique itineraries, including a Perfect tour for a short break,
* Food and drink - recommendations on local specialities and the best dining experiences - What to do in Japan - entertainment, shopping, sports, kids activities, events, and nightlife options,
* Practical information - essential tips on transportation, money, healthcare, and tourist resources,
* Overview maps - handy maps on the inside cover flaps show Japan and around - Japanese section - basic vocabulary and phrases from the local language,
* Striking photography - stunning full-color images to inspire your journey,
* Designed for comfort and sustainability - a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials,
* Bonus eBook - free download with purchase for added convenience - Coverage includes: Tokyo, Honshu, Kyoto and Nara, Kansai, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for a quick getaway, this guide to Japan is your trusted travel companion. Packed with expert insights, practical tips, and curated recommendations, it ensures a smooth and enriching trip-no matter how short your stay.
ROUGH GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: Trade International
144 pages Paperback
Release Date: January 2026
9781835291832
AUD$: 19.99
Rough Guides Fiji 4/e
Travel Guide with eBook
By Rough Guides
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Fiji, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-theground adventures. Coverage includes Nadi, Mamanuca Islands, Yasawa Islands, Viti Levu, Suva, Beqa, Vatulele, Kadavu, Lomaiviti, Lau, Vanua Levu, Taveuni
ROUGH GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
198 X 129 mm Paperback
Release Date: January 2026
9781835292303
256 pages
AUD$: 37.99
Rough Guides Panama 4/e
Rough Guides Singapore 10/e
Travel Guide with eBook
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Panama, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and onthe-ground adventures. Coverage includes Panama City, the Panama Canal and central isthmus, Central Panama, the Azuero Panama, Chiriqui and Veraguas, Bocas del Toro, Guna Yala, The Darien and eastern Panama.
ROUGH GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
Release Date: December 2025
328 pages
9781835292518 AUD$: 40.99
By Rough Guides
Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Singapore, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and onthe-ground adventures. Coverage includes: the Colonial District, Little India, Arab Street, Chinatown, the Financial District, Marina Bay, Orchard Road, the Botanic Gardens, Sentosa, the southern isles.
ROUGH GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
Release Date: January 2026
9781835292532
208 pages
Paperback
AUD$: 35.99
Rough Guides Mini Cyprus 2/e
This mini pocket Cyprus is perfect for travellers looking for essential information in a compact format. Written by Rough Guides experts, it provides key details on must-see places, top attractions, and curated recommendations. Coverage includes: Larnaka and the East, Limassol and the South Coast, Nicosia, Trooedos Mountains, Pafos and the West, Northern Cyprus
ROUGH GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
Release Date: January 2026
9781835292549
144 pages
AUD$: 19.99
By Rough Guides, Sara Humphreys
By Rough Guides
Rough Guides Pocket Prague 6/e
Travel Guide with eBook
By Rough Guides
This pocket-sized Prague guidebook is perfect for tourists looking to explore Prague’s best sights and experiences. Written by USA experts, it combines in-depth coverage of key sights and hidden gems with a wealth of practical tips. From navigating the destination to saving time and money, it’s packed with advice to make your trip effortless. Complete with a handy pull-out map, it’s the ideal companion for exploring with ease. Inside this Prague travel book, you will find: * Must-see recommendations - expertly chosen main attractions, hidden gems, family-friendly spots and relaxing retreats in tourist hotspots, * Top picks in Prague - handpicked experiences including Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Stavovske divadlo opera house, Vysehrad, Prague Castle, Convent of St Agnes, Strahov Monastery, UPM, Veletrzni palac, Obecni dum, Church of sv Mikulas, Terraced Palace Gardens, Cafe Louvre, Josefov, Wenceslas Square, * Best itineraries - diverse trip plans for different durations and interests, including dining and drink recommendations along the way, * Prague overview - an at-aglance visual map highlighting key areas and must-see spots - Inspiration for day trips - ideas for extending your adventure beyond the city, * Essential travel tips - advice on transportation, what to do if you get sick, local festivals, safety, budgeting, and other need-to-know essentials, * Local language guide - key phrases for essential interactions, including greetings, numbers, and ordering food. This pocket guide to Prague is your trusted companion, packed with must-see sights, hidden gems, and insider tips for an unforgettable adventure.
Insight Guides Thailand 19/e
By Insight Guides
This beautifully illustrated Thailand guidebook is perfect for travellers planning longer trips. Written by Insight Guides travel experts, it combines in -depth coverage of history, culture, and must-visit places with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine. Stunning photos inspire excitement for those planning their journey. They also offer a captivating read for armchair travellers looking for a taste of Thailand from home. In this Thailand travel guidebook, you will find:
* Top attractions handpicked by our editors - must-visit highlights including Bangkok, Similan Islands Marine National Park, Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat) Province, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Krabi, Sukhothai, showcasing the very best of what Thailand has to offer,
* In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narratives on iconic sites and hidden gems, all organized by geographical location,
* Best time to visit Thailand - expert guidance on the ideal seasons to go, with insights into climate, festivals, and peak vs. off-peak travel,
* Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping,
* Insider recommendations - top tips on avoiding crowds, saving money, and discovering the best local spots, * Striking picturesbreathtaking images on every page to inspire your journey Coverage includes Bangkok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan and Ko Tao, Andaman Coast, Phuket, Krabi, Ko Phi Phi and Ko Lanta, Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, Tak and Mae Hong Son, Nakhon Ratchasima to Ubon, Ratchathani, Loei, along the Mekong River
ROUGH GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
Release Date: January 2026
9781835293959
Paperback
144 pages
AUD$: 23.99
INSIGHT GUIDES
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
Release Date: January 2026
9781839054419
384 pages
AUD$: 40.99
Travel Guide with eBook
Atlas of Geographical Curiosities - Britain
By Vitali Vitaliev
A glorious celebration of the Britain’s geographical eccentricities.
Welcome to this compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre geographical anomalies that are guaranteed to delight and inspire.
Britain is one of the quirkiest parts of the world, and many of its quirks are covered in this unique Atlas of Geographical Curiosities, the first of its kind.
Put together by an acclaimed author and geographer, a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of Great Britain, the Atlas describes:
* Britain’s forgotten rainforests
*The world’s smallest island with a building,
* A British hotel room which became Yugoslavian for one day only,
* Britain’s only desert,
* The only bit of Britain’s territory still adhering to the Julian calendar,
* The lowest land point in Britain,
* The county that does not exist but still features in postal addresses,
* Britain’s narrowest street and its smallest city,
* Britain’s Great Barrier Reef,
Author Bio:
Vitali Vitaliev is a UK-based multi-award-winning author, columnist, editor and broadcaster. Starting his career in the former USSR, where he became known as the country’s first investigative journalist, he was forced to defect in January 1990. Having worked and lived in Australia, England, Scotland and Ireland, and having travelled in over 70 countries, Vitali is the author of 15 books translated into many languages. He has worked as a journalist for some of the major English -language newspapers and is now a Royal Literary Fund Fellow as well as a Writing Fellow and Teaching Associate at the University of Cambridge, but also a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of Great Britain. Vitali lives with his partner Christine and Tashi, a furry Tibetan Terrier, in a small English town not far from London.
* A bit of the Netherlands that briefly became part of Scotland.
Britain is full of wonderful and strange geographical irregularities.
Turn to the Atlas of Geographical Curiosities to uncover more little-known but important facts gathered in this entertaining treasure trove.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Colour Throughout Disc: Trade International Hardback
260 X 190 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9782361959104
160 pages
AUD$: 58.99
New
York City
The Secret Atlas
By T.M. Rives, Hannah Frishberg
New York City - a secret atlas is a glorious celebration of all that is unusual and undiscovered in this magnificent city. Welcome to this richly detailed and beautifully illustrated compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre places to be discovered in New York.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
260 X 190 mm
256 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT
9782361958176 AUD$: 81.99
Paris
The Secret Atlas
London
- The Secret Atlas
The Hidden Secret Sites of London for the Curious explorer
By Thomas Jonglez
Paris - a secret atlas is a glorious celebration of all that is unusual and undiscovered in this magnificent city. Welcome to this richly detailed and beautifully illustrated compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre places to be discovered in Paris
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
260 X 190 mm
304 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT 9782361958138 AUD$: 81.99
By Jonglez Publishing
London - a secret atlas is a glorious celebration of all that is unusual and undiscovered in this magnificent city. Welcome to this richly detailed and beautifully illustrated compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre places to be discovered in London.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
260 X 190 mm
256 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT 9782361959692 AUD$: 81.99
Venice
The Secret Atlas
Venice - a secret atlas is a glorious celebration of all that is unusual and undiscovered in this magnificent city. Welcome to this richly detailed and beautifully illustrated compendium of interesting, unexpected and downright bizarre places to be discovered in Venice
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
260 X 190 mm
256 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT 9782361958152 AUD$: 81.99
By Thomas Jonglez, Irene Galifi
Secret New York - Hidden Bars and Restaurants
A Guide to the unusual and unfamiliar
By Michelle Young, Laura Itzkowitz
Let Secret New York Hidden bars & restaurants guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating guidebook to New York City bar and restaurant scene. Ideal for local inhabitants, curious visitors and armchair travellers alike.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
190 X 105 mm
256 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT
9782361957582 AUD$: 39.99
Secret Strasbourg Guide
A Guide to the unusual and unfamiliar
Secret Berlin Guide A guide to 200 unusual and unfamiliar places
By Guillaume Bouvier, Veronique Herbreteau
Let Secret Strasbourg guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Strasbourg guidebook. Featuring over 300 unusual and unfamiliar places, this Secret Strasbourg guide is ideal for local inhabitants, curious visitors and armchair travellers alike.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
190 X 105 mm
272 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT 9782361956233 AUD$: 43.99
By Tom Wolf, Manuel Roy
Let Secret Berlin guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Berlin guidebook and let our local experts show you the well-hidden treasures of this fascinating city. Ideal for local inhabitants, curious visitors and armchair travellers alike.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
190 X 105 mm
480 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT 9782361959715 AUD$: 46.99
Secret Copenhagen
By Johanne Steenstrup, Klaus Dahl
Let Secret Copenhagen guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Copenhagen guidebook and let our local experts show you the well-hidden treasures of this amazing city. Ideal for local inhabitants and curious visitors alike.
JONGLEZ
Category: TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
105 X 190 mm
224 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT 9782361954192 AUD$: 34.99
The Conscious Leader Wisdom Deck
49 Cards rooted in themes of conscious leadership, intuition, and empowerment
By Emilya Colliver
The Conscious Leader Wisdom Deck is a 49-card oracle deck designed to support modern leadership through emotional intelligence, selfawareness, and spiritual alignment. Rooted in the chakra system and structured for daily or weekly use, each card invites personal reflection and offers insight into how conscious leadership can be embodied in everyday life — in the self, in teams, and in the collective. Featuring thick paper stock and holographic foil, it is designed to be a beautiful object which is as meaningful on a boardroom desk as it is on a bedside table. The tone is modern, clean, emotionally resonant, and intuitive — not overly mystical or niche. Designed for people who want to lead consciously and live with intention.
Thriving Teams
When Teams Unite, Align and Achieve
By Claire Gray
In today’s rapidly changing work environment, building a highperforming team isn’t optional – it’s essential. Thriving Teams is a practical, evidence-based guide to creating teams that are united, aligned, and set up to achieve. Drawing on Claire Gray’s Thriving Teams Model and years of experience coaching leaders and organisations, this book explores the six core elements that drive team performance: Purpose, Relationships, Accountability, Connection, Challenge & Support, and Alignment. With a foreword by Harvard professor Amy Edmondson, the world’s leading expert on psychological safety, and an afterword by global coaching pioneer David Clutterbuck, Thriving Teams is bookended by two of the most respected voices in leadership today. Their insights frame Claire’s work and emphasise its relevance for leaders navigating complex, fast-moving environments.
Machine Customers: The Evolution has Begun
How bots, agents and autonomous buyers are changing everything
By Katja Forbes
What if your next customer didn’t have a pulse, preferences, or patience for poor performance? In Machine Customers: The Evolution Has Begun, CX Evolutionist, Katja Forbes, reveals how intelligent agents, autonomous procurement systems, and logic-driven buying platforms are silently revolutionising commerce. This trillion -dollar transformation is happening now, not in some distant future. Visa and Mastercard’s AI agents are shopping for customers. Walmart’s AI procurement makes million-dollar purchasing decisions in seconds without human intervention. Consumer advocate agents negotiate you out of your gym contracts. ChatGPT Agent will plan and book your holidays. These machine customers don’t respond to emotional appeals or brand storytelling.
PUBLISH CENTRAL BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Cards
50 Pages
COLOUR THROUGHOUT
Rel Date: December 2025
PUBLISH CENTRAL
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Author is from NSW
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
228 X 152 mm
280 Pages NOT
PUBLISH CENTRAL
BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Author is from NSW
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
234 X 153 mm
240 Pages NOT ILLUSTRATED Rel Date: December 2025
34.95
Ideal Client Attraction A Spiritual Practice
By Helen Tudor
Why do some business owners attract dream clients with ease, while others constantly compromise, working with clients who drain their energy and dull their spark? This book guides you to align who you are, what you offer and who you serve, so the right clients naturally find their way to you.
RETHINK PRESS
Category: BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
216 X 140 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781781339411
Paperback
194 pages
AUD$: 44.99
Make Music Your Business
The musician's blueprint for a thriving career
The Corporate Success Pathway
Proven strategies for coaches, consultants and trainers to consistently win corporate clients
By Ben Hughes
To build a sustainable career in today's music industry, you need more than talent and passion - you need a plan. Make Music
Your Business is a clear, no-nonsense roadmap for artists and music professionals who want to break through, stand out and achieve lasting success Packed with practical strategies for selfcare, mindfulness and resilience, it will equip you to face pressure and setbacks with confidence.
RETHINK PRESS
Category: BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
216 X 140 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781781339435
Paperback
228 pages
AUD$: 47.99
By Nicky J. Davies
If you're a coach, consultant or trainer, you know your expertise makes a difference. Turning that expertise into consistent corporate work may feel hard - but it doesn't have to be. Giving you a clear, proven route to winning corporate clients in a way that feels natural, builds trust, and creates lasting opportunities.
RETHINK PRESS
Category: BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
216 X 140 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781781339466
Paperback
230 pages
AUD$: 47.99
Be More Strategic
12 essential practices to build the life and career you want
By Charlie Curson
Stop reacting. Start leading. And be more strategic in everything you do. This insightful yet practical book reveals twelve powerful practices to help you think, decide and lead more strategically - at work, in leadership and in life. Read it to: Master the mindset and behaviours that set strategic leaders apart and make better, bolder decisions - even in uncertain and complex situations
RETHINK PRESS
Category: BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
216 X 140 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781781339367
Paperback
344 pages
AUD$: 53.99
iPhone for Seniors in easy steps
Covers iPhones with iOS 26
By Nick Vandome
This guide shows readers how to unlock the full potential of their iPhone. It shows how to:
* Navigate their iPhone with the new Liquid Glass interface, which enables them to customize app icons, the Home Screen, and the Lock screen,
* Stay connected with family and friends through calls, messages, and FaceTime.
* Manage unwanted calls so that they can screen unknown numbers and scam messages.
* Discover apps for health, shopping, travel planning, news updates, and daily tasks.
* Dive into Apple’s latest AI-powered features with Apple Intelligence, bringing them smarter ways to use their iPhone.
* View summaries of notifications so that they can keep on top of every update.
* Keep entertained with music, photos, and movies, and even share items with family and friends.
This friendly guide will help readers to make their iPhone work better for them every day!
Features the iPhone 17 models with iOS 26.
IN EASY STEPS
Category: DIGITAL LIFESTYLE
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
221 X 186 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781787910461
Rust Programming in easy steps
By Richard Urwin
Rust Programming in easy steps introduces all the features of the Rust programming language, using worked example programs.
Rust is still an immature language and sees a major release every six years.
The language differences are slight. Of greater concern is the library of "crates" that support more advanced features. Many of these are either not in place or not stable enough to be relied on. In particular, no one crate has emerged that provides a desktop GUI interface.
Therefore, all the examples in this book will be for commandline, text-based programs. The book includes two full example programs taken from areas where Rust has seen significant use: web back-end and embedded development. The latter requires that the reader obtain an Arduino and a few electronic components.
This optional project need not cost more than around GBP10. Rust Programming in easy steps is intended for experienced programmers and is not suitable for beginners.
IN EASY STEPS
Category: COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
192 pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
AUD$: 33.99
227 X 186 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781787910348
192 pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
55.99
By Robert C Atkins
The weight-loss standard that controls hunger, corrects the metabolism, and encourages good health Dr. Atkins’ New Diet Revolution, which spent over 250 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, contains many features to make the book reader-friendly, including:
* Numerous sidebars on topics such as “The Dangers of Trans Fats,” “How to Read a Food Label,” “Make Fast Food Friendly,” and “Lipolysis Test Strips”,
* End-of-chapter summaries,
* Charts and case studies,
* Definitions of all terms less familiar to the layman.
This guide is authoritative:
* Research supporting the principle of controlled carbohydrate nutrition,
* More than twice as many scientific references,
It has useful information:
* 100 recipes all of them delicious,
* Dozens of tips to make following Atkins easier at home and elsewhere,
* Menus for all four phases of the Atkins Nutritional Approach,
* Advice on shopping and setting up an Atkins kitchen,
* Exercise programs for all phases of fitness
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Category: FAMILY & HEALTH
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Release Date: February 2026
9781493092598
Nutrition for Outdoor Recreation
By Marisa Michael
Outdoor recreation is all about connecting with nature, feeling the joy of being outdoors, and finding satisfaction in doing hard things.
Many adventurers seek out the best gear, clothing, and information to ensure success and safety in their sport. However, nutrition is also a key component that many are missing to optimize their performance outdoors.
Fueling properly for both adventure and life can promote longevity in outdoor recreation, prevent injury, and prevent backcountry emergencies such as heat stroke or dehydration. Beyond this, the right nutrition knowledge implemented well can make the difference between an amazing hike and a miserable one.
Nutrition for Outdoor Recreation takes readers through the basics of energy systems in the body to specific, practical, and actionable steps for different outdoor activities and scenarios.
This guide will equip outdoor athletes with a foundation of evidence-based nutrition knowledge and a plan for any kind of adventure, energized and fuelled to take on the wilderness.
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Paperback
456 pages
AUD$: 55.99
9781493090693
224 pages
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback Release Date: February 2026
AUD$: 55.99
Dr. Atkins' New Diet Revolution
The GAME THAT WOULD BE KING
The Uncharted History of Soccer (800-1800 AD)
By Brendan Murphy
This is a time travellers guide to the history of soccer, tracing its origins from a humble beginning to an established sport beloved worldwide. It is a story that spans five thousand years, from ancient Egypt to MesoAmerica, from the Greek Empire to Chinese Dynasties, and from the Roman Empire to medieval Britain.
From the Middle Ages onwards, Britain and Ireland unfurl their lineage, from the lesser-known trapball and stoolball to the lamentably extinct camping and knappan.
All forms find a voice in this book, as do hockey and hurling, baseball and bowling, tennis and golf. Primarily a narrative of British and Irish ball games, esteemed foreigners are welcomed: baggataway, knattleikur, soule, kolven, calcio. Many games come to life, revealing their motivations, and their complex inner world. Still, soccer is firmly center stage. This is, after all, its picaresque journey.
As the games sweep across history, the social, religious, and political contexts are threaded throughout, and this book is peppered with news snippets, anecdotes, comedy, and intrigue. Crammed with eccentric sports ephemera, untold tales, and unearthed facts, The Game That Would Be King is the most comprehensive work on the early history of ball games ever written.
MEYER AND MEYER
Category: SPORTS & OUTDOOR
Author is from Australia
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
216 X 140 mm 520 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781782552857 AUD$: 37.99
The Rigging Handbook
A Comprehensive Guide to Sailboat Rigging
By Herb Benavent
From YouTube's popular Rigging Doctor channel, The Rigging Handbook is an introductory to mid-level book intended for boat owners, sailors, and cruisers who want to better understand how the mast and sails work.
Part I covers the function of rigging on a sailboat and a general overview of common rig designs-with a focus on single-masted sloops and cutters, and two-masted ketches, yawls, and schooners-as well as the slight nuances between them. Chapters then progress to introducing the parts of standing rigging (the parts that hold the mast up) and running rigging (parts that hold the sails); the function of each piece; and a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of all rigging materials, including hemp, galvanized steel, stainless steel, titanium and aluminum, and Dyneema (synthetic). Part II discusses how to evaluate, tune, repair, and replace rigging. Chapters cover in detail what happens when rigging parts fail or reach the end of their serviceable life-including from corrosion, cracks, and UV damage-how to perform a rig survey, and considerations for the wear and tear that happens with time, distance, and use and abuse.
The final chapters discuss the basics of replacing standing and running rigging-including set up and tuning-and the advantages of steel versus synthetic, and polyester versus more modern fibres, enabling the reader to make an informed decision as to what grade of equipment they wish to use to outfit their boat.
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254 X 178 mm
256 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT 9781493086009 AUD$: 58.99
Why Whales Sing
By Eduardo Mercado
Key Sales Points:
* Reconceives whale songs as a sophisticated sonar system, revealing incredible insights into these creatures’ intelligence and behavior.
Reconceives whale songs as a sophisticated sonar system, revealing incredible insights into these creatures’ intelligence and behavior. With breathtaking complexity and haunting beauty, the songs of whales have long fascinated scientists. Whales are the only mammals that can sing continuously for ten hours or more, changing the unique songs they sing every year.
In Why Whales Sing, bio acoustician and cognitive scientist Eduardo Mercado transforms our understanding of these enigmatic sounds and proposes a groundbreaking theory that challenges decades of established science.
Fifty years of field research have led most scientists to conclude that humpback whales sing for the same reason that birds do: to advertise their sexual fitness. But if whale songs are nothing more than tools of attraction, why do whales sing even when they’re alone and there are no listeners nearby?
Author Bio:
Eduardo Mercado III is a professor of psychology at the University of Buffalo, SUNY, and a 2023 Guggenheim Fellow. He is the author of Principles of Cognition: Finding Minds, and coauthor of Learning and Memory: From Brain to Behavior.
Considering modern advances in neuroscience and ocean acoustics, Mercado reaches the surprising conclusion that whales may not actually be "singing," but rather engaging in an activity more commonly associated with dolphins and bats echolocating which enables them to see their world with sound. By incessantly streaming sounds while listening closely to the returning echoes, whales may be actively tuning their brains in ways that allow them to monitor the movements of silent whales located miles away.
Sophisticated, long-range sonar can enable whales to perceive their vast underwater worlds in unimaginable ways. From the military origins of whale song recordings to the persistent mysteries of cetacean communication, this book displays the wonder of whales and reshapes how we view their intelligence, behavior, and acoustic mastery.
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY PRESS
Category: BIOLOGY, LIFE SCIENCE
B&W Throughout
Disc: Trade International Hardback
229 X 152 mm
Release Date: November 2025
9781421452890
336 pages
AUD$: 64.99
The Idea Machine
How Books Built Our World and Shape Our Future
By Joel J Miller
Books are our first and most lasting form of information technology. Books preserve ideas, yes, but they also provoke new ones— they are true tools for thinking. In The Idea Machine, Joel J. Miller shows that books are one of the most important but overlooked factors in the making of our contemporary world. And they still have lessons to teach us.
Polls indicate reading is on the decline, but as we deal with concerns about artificial intelligence and social and political division, the history of the book offers a path of understanding and patterns for engagement. They can even help us navigate what’s coming next.
Starting with the surge of book culture in ancient Athens and then moving through the centuries, from monks and militaries to rebellions and the Renaissance, and even to more modernday implications of books as tools of liberation and the novel’s impact on our humanity, Miller highlights the features and functions that make books indispensable to cultural evolution.
Subject to its own periods of technological upheaval and social unrest, the history of the book can point us away from failed past responses and toward more fruitful adaptations that will benefit us all. The Idea Machine reframes the history of the book as the eye-opening story of humanity’s first mobile information device. Books do more than record thinking; they serve as tools to facilitate it.
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Release Date: February 2026
9781493088935
Thunderbirds
Comic Anthology Volume Two
By Fred McNamara, Lee Sullivan
What's your game, TV Century 21? Killer robot penguins, maniacal treasure hunters, time-travelling dam bustersThunderbirds remained one of TV Century 21's most popular comic strips into the late 1960s and their continuing adventures pushed International Rescue into increasingly surreal territory!
Thunderbirds Comic Anthology Volume Two features the remaining 21 comic adventures of International Rescue from early 1967 to late 1969. Frank Bellamy's consistently brilliant artwork enlivens some of International Rescue's most dangerous and strangest missions.
The Tracy family grapple with an increasing rogue's gallery of fanciful enemies including their arch nemesis, The Hood, who makes some of his most daring plans to ruin International Rescue within these adventures!
Political turmoil, cosmic monsters and atomic runaways are just some of the enthralling adventures featured in this anthology as TV Century 21 continued to embrace how thrillingly jeopardous Thunderbirds' adventures could be in comic strip form!
Volume Two features several creator biographies and extensive articles examining the ongoing history of Thunderbirds in TV Century 21 and other spin-off media. International Rescue faces the edge of destruction in TV Century 21!
ANDERSON ENTERTAINMENT LIMITED
Category: SCIENCE FICTION
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
304 X 228 mm
328 pages
AUD$: 58.99
Release Date: February 2026
248 pages
COLOUR SECTION(S) 9781917142151
AUD$: 98.99
That's What They Do
By Koraly Dimitriadis
Abusers, that’s what they do. They only need one punching bag, not two. Treat everyone around them like gold, just not you, to pack the biggest punch. An empowering collection of poetry from bestselling, Cypriot Australian poet, Koraly Dimitriadis, exploring all the different ways a person can experience abuse.
OUTSIDE THE BOX PRESS
Category: POETRY
Author is from VIC
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN
198 X 129 mm Paperback
Release Date: February 2026 NOT ILLUSTRATED
9780645775235 AUD$: 27.95
Ring the Bells
Kastellorizo Walls in the Sun
By Colleen Keating
Ring the Bells is a collection of new poetry with an invitation to hear each poem as a bell chime embracing light, dark, life and love - cyclic like the seasons.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: POETRY
Author is from NSW
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
198 X 129 mm 108 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781761097157 AUD$: 24.99
By Michele Fermanis-Winward
This collection of poems is a homage to my grandfather Demetrius (Jim) Fermanis and the island he called home but never returned to. I cannot vouch for these stories.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: POETRY
Author is from NSW
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
198 X 129 mm
100 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT 9781761097140 AUD$: 19.99
Pulse
By Peter Knight
Pulse is a miscellany of 29 poems, eclectic in subject matter and not overly constrained by reality’s parameters. Expressed quite simply and intelligibly, the poems are largely narratives focussed on forms of a life force.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: POETRY
Author is from WA
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
198 X 129 mm
80 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781761097218
AUD$: 19.99
Chords in the Soundscapes
By Michael J. Leach
The poems in Chords in the Soundscapes are largely autobiographical in that they capture and distil Michael J. Leach’s formative memories from childhood, adolescence, and adulthood.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: POETRY
Author is from VIC
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
198 X 129 mm
138 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781761099281 AUD$: 29.99
Slow Puncture
Birds on the Wing and Overnight Mountain Snow
By Judith E.P. Johnson
Cultivating a haiku way of looking at the world opens the door to perceptions that would otherwise almost certainly go unheeded and unrecognised, sometimes fleeting, sometimes deep.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: POETRY
Author is from TAS
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178 X 127 mm
By Miles Burrows
The new collection by Miles Burrows, the master of humorous, oddly profound poetic sketches and dramas.
CARCANET PRESS
Category: POETRY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
216 X 135 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781800175150
Paperback
144 pages
AUD$: 33.99
150 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781761097188 AUD$: 29.99
Answerlands
By Joseph Minden
Answerlands is a teacher's rhapsody, written out of anguish at the state of schools, the pressures of being in them and hallucinations brought on by the prolonged collision of errant imagination and disciplined reality.
CARCANET PRESS
Category: POETRY
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
216 X 135 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781800175174
Paperback
128 pages
AUD$: 33.99
Abandoned at Fossil Bluff
A remarkable account of Antarctic Survival
By Tim Bowden, Rod Ledingham
In the summer of 1967-68 Rod Ledingham was on a mapping high on the Antarctic plateau, driving a sledge dog team. He had been flown in by a light aircraft to take over the other dog team, but after their field work had ended, the aircraft crashed on take-off, fortunately with no casualties to the men or dogs. With no replacement aircraft available, and communications basic to say the least, the pilot and his two passengers had to use the sledge dogs to sledge 200 km along the plateau and down a glacier which had only been travelled once before to a small hut at Fossil Bluff on the coast, where two other BAS personnel were waiting to be flown out. So began a year of basic survival, with five men in a hut designed for four, minimal fuel for heating, no extra clothing and barely enough food. Fully illustrated in colour throughout.
Gouger of the Bulletin
More Paragraphs and Short Stories Part 2
By Ion Idriess
Before he became famous with his books, Ion Idriess wrote paragraphs and short stories for The Bulletin newspaper in the 1920s and early 1930s, often under pseudonyms like "Gouger" (a miner of Opals). This collection was first published in hardback in 2013 and makes for great reading about early prospecting and Australians living in the Wild.
One Rose In Bali
By Hilary Roots
Former broadcasting journalist, Kiwi-born author, Hilary Roots went the South Pacific Island for a five-day holiday in 1975. Destiny sowed an unexpected path, scattering it with joys and sorrows. Her life’s companion, a Swiss German scuba-diver and artist, worked hard and enjoyed life. One Rose in Bali is the finale to their decades-long adventure. The story tells itself. It is a cautionary travel tale. Tender, spirited, now and then harsh.
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BIOGRPAHY: GENERAL
Author is from TAS
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
256 X 130 mm
66 Pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
Rel Date: February 2026
9781923527133
AUD$: 29.95
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BIOGRPAHY: GENERAL
Author is from NSW Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
230 X 156 mm
244 Pages
B&W THROUGHOUT
Rel Date: February 2026
9781923527140
AUD$: 34.95
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TRAVEL & HOLIDAY
Author is from QLD Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
234 X 156 mm
115 Pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
Rel Date: February 2026
9781923527164
AUD$: 24.95
Slow Train to Auschwitz - Revised Edition
Memoirs of a Life in War and Peace
By Peter Kraus
Dr Peter Kraus is a retired obstetrician-gynaecologist. He is a child survivor of the Holocaust who emigrated to Australia with his parents and brother in 1948.
Slow Train to Auschwitz (Revised Edition) traces his family history, giving a glimpse of Jewish life in Central Europe leading up to World War II, his families’ experiences under Nazi oppression during the war, life in post-war Europe, and the adventure of migrating to a new country.
Peter relates his experiences of growing up in Australia in the 1950s and 1960s at school and university and his medical training including working for the British National Health Service.
He describes rural, semi-rural and teaching hospital specialist practice and finishes with his spiritual journey being brought up as a Christian then rediscovering his Jewish roots.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: PROSE: NON-FICTION
Author is from QLD
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
229 X 152 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781761097195
Letters to Dead Artists
By Cameron Faridah
Art has the capacity to speak to us across time and space.
In these eleven letters the writer sets out to reply.
Some of the artists she addresses lived long ago and far away, others overlapped her own lifetime and experience.
Remembering encounters with their work, her unguarded thoughts lead her back through childhood in Melbourne, art training in the Northern Territory, research trips to Europe, Japan and Mexico and arts practice in Tasmania.
The letters, which began as an exercise, become a valuable means of self-reflection and creative development.
GINNINDERRA PRESS
Category: GRAPHIC NOVELS
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
246 pages
THROUGHOUT
44.99
216 X 140 mm
51 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781761099274 AUD$: 19.99
Sudden Death
Stories of a Marine Corps Radioman in the Vietnam War
By George Uhl
His call sign said it all: Sudden Death.
It didn’t take George Uhl long into his tour to learn that in Vietnam death could be lurking behind the next tree, in the next rice paddy, on the next patrol, on his very next step down a damp jungle path.
From April 1966 to May 1967, the Marine radioman was in the thick of things, and in this unforgettable memoir, he vividly describes his tour in Southeast Asia, recounting the sleepless nights, the scorching days, and the terrifying minutes that seemed like days, and remembering the thoughts and fears of a young man fighting a war and trying to stay alive thousands of miles from home.
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Release Date: November 2025
9780811777629
War Is Hell
The Rise of Total War from Napoleon to the Present
By Daniel E Long
From Napoleon to nuclear war, War Is Hell unravels the brutal rise of total war and its devastating impact on soldiers and civilians alike. General William Tecumseh Sherman said it best during the American Civil War: "War is hell" - for soldiers as well as for civilians. As a pioneer and practitioner of total war, Sherman knew better than most what warfare had become by the middle of the nineteenth century, how it had become a devastating, all-consuming affair that aimed not only at armies, but also at societies and economies to undermine a country's will to fight.
Indeed, this is the central story of warfare during the past two hundred years, from Napoleon's massive armies tearing through Europe and Sherman's march through Georgia to the firebombings of World War II and the threat of nuclear annihilation. In War Is Hell, Daniel Long tracks the rise of total war across two centuries of bloody warfare and pays special attention to the impact on civilians as they become more deeply enmeshed in armed conflict and as war becomes ever more lethal.
It is the story of Napoleon and Sherman, the Indian Wars on the American Plains, the Rape of Belgium in World War I and the Rape of Nanking in 1937, and the bombings of Japanese and German cities during World War II. Vietnam, Cambodia, the Iran-Iraq War, Bosnia and Kosovo, Rwanda, and Ukraine remind us that warfare remains total, the human cost high. War Is Hell is essential reading for understanding the past as well as a present.
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176 pages
AUD$: 61.99
Release Date: November 2025
352 pages 9780811777582
AUD$: 75.99
Lincoln's Road to War
A Day-By-Day Account of the First 60 Days of Abraham Lincoln's Presidency
By David Alan Johnson
Follow Lincoln's day-by-day path from peacemaker to war leader as the Union edges toward Civil War. The months after the inauguration of Abraham Lincoln, between March 4 and May 3, 1861, mark one of the most significant periods in American history. Antagonism between the North and South, which had been intensifying since Lincoln's election as president in November 1860, only worsened when the president-elect was sworn into office. Lincoln's Road to War is a day-by-day account unpacking each day's events, both personal and political, from Lincoln's inauguration through the attack on Fort Sumter and towards the march to the Battle of Bull Run/Manassas.
Nuremberg
By James Bulgin, Toby Haggith
The devastation caused by the Nazi regime during the Second World War was vast and multifaceted, leaving a profound and lasting impact on the world. In response, the Allies brought the leading civilian and military representatives of wartime Germany and Japan to trial on charges of war crimes, crimes against peace and crimes against humanity. The Nuremberg trials went on to become arguably the most famous trials in history, bringing some measure of justice to the millions persecuted and devastated by the Nazi regime. Drawing on documents, witness testimony and visual material from IWMs collections, this publication captures the importance and complexity of the trials that attempted to bring the Nazi war criminals to justice.
Diamond Cuts in Historic Jewellery 1381-1910
By Herbert Tillander, Jack M Ogden
Diamond Cuts in Historic Jewellery 1381-1910 explores the evolution of historical diamond cutting styles. Richly illustrated with stunning colour photographs, it guides the reader through centuries of craftsmanship, from medieval table cuts and hogbacks to the baroque and rococo rose cuts. This indispensable resource assists collectors, jewellery historians and enthusiasts recognise rare and lesser-known diamond cuts. The book features images of exceptional Renaissance jewellery from prestigious museum collections, alongside photographs of famous diamonds such as the Dresden Green, the Hortensia and Le Beau Sancy. Informative drawings further illustrate the technical intricacies of historical cutting techniques, offering a deeper understanding of their development. With its expert analysis and breathtaking visuals, this book is an essential reference for anyone passionate about antique jewellery and diamond history.
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248 Pages
Rel Date: November 2025
9781493092024
AUD$: 61.99
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238 X 196 mm
202 Pages
B&W THROUGHOUT
Rel Date: February 2026
9781912423989
AUD$: 55.99
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297 X 210 mm
176 Pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
Rel Date: February 2026
9781917458399
AUD$: 196.00
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Mr Crump, the Heartless Grump
By Olivier Pog and Illustrated by Stephanie Leon
Mr Crump doesn't like animals or holidays or cheer of any kind.
He takes from others and never says thank you. And he especially detests children.
But the curmudgeonly old man has a secret.
He LOVES teddy bears. His house is full of them.
When trick-or-treaters accidentally uncover his cuddly collection, Mr Crump begins to feel a glimmer of warmth grow inside him...
Could it be that Mr Crump is not so heartless, after all?
Darkly comic and full of compassion this tale of the power of kindness and capacity for change is brought to life by Stephanie Leon's cinematic artwork.
Perfect for fans of The Grinch and The Nightmare Before Christmas, it's sure to melt even the most cantankerous heart.
FLORIS BOOKS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Author and Illustrator Bio:
Pog is an award-winning writer of comics for children and adults, with a background in songwriting and applied Art studies. His picture books include Le Renard Tokela, which won the Prix des Incorruptibles in 2019. Pog lives in Brittany, France. Stephanie Leon studied literature and worked as a cabinetmaker before becoming a full-time illustrator. She developed her Renaissance-informed art style while working on restoring church doors and moulded ceilings. She is inspired by shadows and old-fashioned things. Stephanie lives in Dordogne, France.
Colour Section(S)
Disc: Trade International Hardback
280 X 215 mm
Release Date: January 2026
9781782509523
32 pages
AUD$: 39.99
S'More Is Enough
By Brenda S. Miles and Illustrated by Monika Filipina
Meet Graham. He is a two-cookie wafer with an ooey-gooey middle and a square of sweetness.
Hes a S’More more!
Even though, Graham feels pressured and wonders what more could he be? What more should he be? A donut, lollipop, or cupcake, maybe?
This evidence-based science-informed book skilfully presents developmental psychology in a way kids and their grown -ups can understand it’s about healthy risk-taking and being motivated, feeling respected and valued for who you are, and finding your ‘good enough’ when the world wants more.
This book champions little ones and encourages them just enough to feel strong and supported and able to grow and be s’more. And that is enough!
Author and Illustrator Bio:
Brenda S. Miles, PhD, is a clinical pediatric neuropsychologist who works with children, teens, and families. She blends brain science with creativity to build programs and resources that support learning and mental health. Dr. Miles lives near Toronto, Canada.
Monika Filipina is an award-winning author and illustrator. She earned a master’s degree in children’s book illustration at Cambridge School of Arts. She lives in Torun, Poland.
Includes end matter for adults about supporting a child’s growth mindset and building self-esteem, written by the author Brenda S. Miles, PhD, a clinical pediatric neuropsychologist who works with children, teens, and families. She blends brain science with developmental psychology in fun and educational ways.
MAGINATION PRESS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Colour Throughout 32 pages Disc: Trade International Hardback Release Date: February 2026
9781433847424
AUD$: 44.99
The Photographer
By Mark Rafidi and Illustrated by Paul O'Sullivan
Key Sales Points:
* The setting and context of the book stems from the authors cultural background, based on a lesser-known genocide which occurred in 1995, the ethnic cleansing campaign of the Bosnian people largely at the hands of the Serbian people.
* This book is aimed at Secondary Students, and the author has been an English teacher for over 25 years.
* The author has created a comprehensive teaching program, which is aligned with outcomes, to accompany this book.
Publicity:
* Hawkeye’s publicity team: socials, advertising, reviewers, media. Book trailer complete.
Author and Illustrator Bio:
Mark Rafidi is a teacher, author and surfer. He lives, works and plays on Murramarang Country. His wipe-outs are far more an entertaining spectacle than when he’s upright. Salt Runs Through is Mark’s fourth novel, with The Photographer coming 2025. Previous works are Standing on the Shoulders of Giants, The Library at the Edge of the World, and Ishmael Oud: A father/son journey into occupied Palestine. Mark has a Doctor of Creative Arts (Creative Writing). Coming from mixed heritage, his stories explore identity, belonging, and the intricacies of Australian society.
Paul OSullivan is a voracious artist, philosopher and collector of ideas. He is the illustrator for Gary Crews picture books, The Visions of Ichabod X, (Short Listed for The Australian Book Designers Award) Timing the Machine and The Eva Carmichael Story, The Wreck of the Loch Ard published by Harbour Publishing, in addition to collaborating on Rich and Rare published by Ford St Publishing which received a notable at The CBCA. The detailed illustrations contain Steampunk-style elements and reflect Paul’s fascination with the silent films of the early years of cinema and a lifelong obsession with the 1930s which he attributes to being raised by older parents in the post-war city of Plymouth UK.
Some images haunt you.
Others demand justice.
As an army sweeps through a town, a war photographer falls in with them.
At first, the camera is there to bear witness to the atrocities of war.
But as time progresses, the photographer begins to question their role.
Whose truth will be told?
How close do they need to be?
And what would those pictures say about us all?
HAWKEYE BOOKS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Author is from NSW
Colour Throughout Age: 12+ years
Disc: Trade Australian Hardback
297 X 210 mm
Release Date: October 2025
9781923105263
32 pages
AUD$: 29.99
Forest Bath
By Jen Barton, Felishia Henditirto
Everyone knows that going outside is good for you! By slowing down, tuning in to the senses, and noticing the environment around them, kids can learn how to practice mindfulness and to appreciate the value of the natural world just outside their doors.
So, when it’s time for a bath, a child slips into the neighbourhood park to practice the Japanese concept of forest bathing in this clever story about connecting with nature.
Join them as they immerse themselves in nature and inspect mushrooms, squish spongy moss, splash in a puddle, and more, all playfully described with familiar bathtime words.
Gorgeous illustrations capture the richness and calm the woods supply.
MAGINATION PRESS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
32 pages Hardback
Release Date: February 2026
9781433847462
44.99
Isabel's Birthday Surprise
By Debbie Zapata, Gabriella Galvez
Isabel hopes all her birthday wishes will come true. She’s dreamed of a big party with all her friends and family and a pinata, candy, and cake.
But when the day arrives, Mama says they will have a small fiesta, and Abuelo explains that store-bought pinatas are expensive.
Isabel begins to think it doesn’t even feel like her birthday!
But Abuela reassures her they will have cake. Then a mix-up at lunchtime spells disaster for the rest of the day.
Is there anything that can save Isabel’s birthday?
In this heartwarming story, Isabel learns that things don’t always go as planned, but sometimes life surprises us
MAGINATION PRESS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
32 pages Hardback
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT
9781433847509 AUD$: 44.99
Something Happened to Our Mom
A Story About Parental Addiction
By Ann Hazzard, Marietta Collins, Marianne Celano, Rita Tan
Claire’s life turns upside down when her mum is in a car accident. Although Mums body heals in time, she doesn’t seem like herself. Sometimes she doesn’t go to work, and Claire must take care of her younger brother, Emmett, increasingly.
When things take a turn for the worse, Mum tells the kids what’s going on: She’s become addicted to pain medication.
In this much-needed resource for families coping with addiction, the story aims to answer questions children may have about substance use disorders and help them manage.
Includes an extensive Note to Parents and Caregivers with childfriendly language to help start difficult conversations.
MAGINATION PRESS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
254 X 203 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781433847547
32 pages
44.99
Catching Kindness
By Kara Mitchell, Kara Mitchell
Sometimes being kind requires a little more oomph. Especially at the grocery store when everyone seems to be in a bad mood and the car cart you wanted is already taken.
But sometimes kindness can take you by surprise.
Suddenly the kid with the car cart yields his ride, and that small act changes everything.
If crankiness is catching, kindness can be just as infectious.
As one child shows kindness to others, he watches how his kindness spreads and grows, with one kindness leading to another throughout the store.
MAGINATION PRESS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL 32 pages Hardback
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT
9781433847844
AUD$: 44.99
Grandma Gogo's Alphabet
By Margot Bain, and Illustrated by Hurini Kariyawasam
Key Sales Points:
* Introduces children to the alphabet.
* Celebrates kindness, compassion and empathy.
* Second book in the popular Grandma Gogo series.
A delightful picture book with wonderfully appealing pictures illustrating each letter of the alphabet.
In keeping with the first book in the Grandma Gogo series, each positive word encourages children to be kind and caring.
LITTLE STEPS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Age: 3+ years
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Hardback
276 X 213 mm 56 pages
Release Date: February 2026 COLOUR THROUGHOUT
9781923306431 AUD$: 26.99
The Friendship Party
By Bernie Hayne, and Illustrated by Valery Vell
Key Sales Points:
* Gently explores the importance friendship.
* Focus on inclusivity and diversity.
* Explores resilience.
In The Friendship Party, author Bernie Hayne invites young readers on a joyful journey that celebrates connection, kindness, and the courage to care.
With heartfelt words and stunning illustrations, this uplifting picture book is the perfect conversation starter about emotional well-being, resilience, and the power of being there for one another. Because every friendship is worth celebrating!
LITTLE STEPS
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Age: 3+ years
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Hardback
240 X 240 mm 24 pages
Release Date: February 2026
COLOUR THROUGHOUT
9781923306493 AUD$: 26.95
Emperor Minghuang's Journey to Shu (Ancient Paintings) The Difficult Path to Sichuan
By Li Si, Yu Ting
A non-fiction exploration of the Tang dynasty through ancient Chinese paintings.
Night Revels of Han Xizai
(Ancient Paintings) A 'Happy' Feast
By Li Si, Yu Ting
A non-fiction exploration of the Southern Tang Dynasty through ancient Chinese paintings.
Court Ladies Adorning their Hair with Flowers
(Ancient Paintings) Plump Beauties of the Tang Dynasty
By Li Si, Yu Ting
A non-fiction exploration of ladies’ fashion, including hair, makeup and dress during the Tang dynasty.
LITTLE STEPS
PICTURE BOOKS Age: 4+ years Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN
257 X 210 mm 44 Pages
16.95
LITTLE STEPS
PICTURE BOOKS
Age: 4+ years Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN
X 210 mm 44 Pages
Date: February 2026 9781923306097
16.95
LITTLE STEPS
PICTURE BOOKS
Age: 4+ years
Disc: TRADE AUSTRALIAN Paperback
257 X 210 mm
36 Pages
COLOUR THROUGHOUT
Date: February 2026 9781923306127
16.95
I See You Sing
By Deborah Farmer Kris, and Illustrated by Jane Massey
Notice and affirm all the ways toddlers express their feelings and connect with the world around them.
Singing, crying, laughing, clapping, cheering. In I See You Sing, a caregiver celebrates the many ways a toddler communicates throughout the day-and how they share their curiosity and feelings.
This book engages little ones with rhyming text and bouncy rhythm, while guiding adults in how to validate and encourage children's self-expression.
Children thrive when they are seen and loved for who they are in the moment. These fun-to-read books provide ways of noticing and affirming how toddlers are growing physically, emotionally, and socially.
Each book features a single toddler and takes place over the course of a few hours in the toddler's daily routine.
These simple and tender books cover themes of emotions, resilience, kindness, curiosity, physical growth, and selfexpression.
FREE SPIRIT PUBLISHING
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
178 X 178 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9798885540834
Board book 24 pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
AUD$: 19.99
By Melina Mangal, and Illustrated by Stella Lim
Introduce children to the sounds and sensations of the wind, and to the importance of togetherness
In Wind Whirls, two young children, guided by an adult, take an early winter walk through a city neighbourhood, bracing against the wind as they make their way to their grandparents' home. The sounds of the wind surround them-whoosh, rustle, bang, flap-flap-flap. The wind brings sensation too. Cousins Kamali and Josiah feel their scarves dancing around their necks and the force of the wind pushing them along. They learn that, together, they can stand stronger and find their way through any weather. Wind Whirls: Engages young children in reflecting on the natural world and togetherness Includes discussion ideas and activities to help children learn more about nature and their own senses Shows children that they can connect with nature and its lessons, no matter where they live Highlights children in diverse urban environments. This book is part of the Outside Our Window Board Books series, which encourages childrenespecially those in urban environments-to explore, protect, and delight in nature. Each book in the series focuses on one feature of the natural world (like wind), one sense (hearing), and one communication or relationship skill (togetherness). The books emphasize community and encourage children and families to explore the natural world around them.
FREE SPIRIT PUBLISHING
Category: PICTURE BOOKS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL
178 X 178 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9798885544573
Board book
24 pages
COLOUR SECTION(S) AUD$: 19.99
Wind Whirls
Pirates & Courtiers
The second book in the award-winning Road to Freedom trilogy
By Gabrielle Davis
Key Sales Points:
* The first novel, Road to Freedom (9781923105201), boasts a 4.65-star rating from 106 Goodreads reviews, with many readers expressing excitement for the sequel.
* It was also shortlisted for the Hawkeye Publishing Manuscript Development Prize in both 2021 and 2022.
Publicity:
* Hawkeye’s publicity team: socials, advertising, reviewers, media. Book trailer complete.
* Author has planned a BookTok campaign in collaboration with Hawkeye’s publicity team.
She must learn the magic she fears from a man she cannot trust.
The second book in the award-winning Road to Freedom trilogy. I look forward to the day you return to me.
Issanka is a casteless runaway amongst pirates, using her powers over light and sound to aid the ship-stealers. But even in exile, she can’t forget Ilian — a powerful and enigmatic figure who could manipulate minds and conceal his identity.
When an old ally pleads for her return to the city of Ewele — the city she swore she’d never go back to — Issanka is torn.
Author Bio:
Gabrielle Davis is a fantasy author and sometimes-lawyer based in Queensland, Australia who writes epic fantasy featuring complex female protagonists, shadow magic, and high-stakes intrigue. Her critically recognised debut, Road to Freedom, was shortlisted for the Hawkeye Publishing Manuscript Development Prize in both 2021 and 2022, and explores themes of independence, identity, and power. When not writing (or reading), she can usually be found practising yoga, exploring nature, or befriending dogs.
But the opportunity to learn more about her powers proves too tempting to ignore.
Now, Issanka must learn from her old enemy – and she must figure out what his plans are for Ewele before war swallows them all.
HAWKEYE BOOKS
Category: FICTION
Author is from QLD
Not Illustrated
Age: 12+ years
Disc: Trade Australian Paperback
228 X 152 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781923105690
290 pages
AUD$: 29.99
Taya the Tortoise Activity Book for Children who Bottle Up, Retreat or Disconnect
A Therapeutic Story with Creative Activities About Trauma and Dissociation for Children Aged 5-10, with Advice for Adults
By Dr. Karen Treisman, Sarah Peacock
In the lush green Ethiopian mountains lives a tortoise called Taya, who loves basking in the sun and going to Baobab school to play with all her animal friends. But Taya has lived through some painful things. She copes and protects herself by retreating, disconnecting and going inwards. She keeps her feelings locked away, she finds it hard to share with others or to let them in-and this makes her feel even sadder and more alone than ever! How can Taya's friends and family help?
Taya the Tortoise is a much -needed activity workbook and therapeutic story written by award winning clinical psychologist, Dr Karen Treisman. We are used to identifying children who ask for attention, but what about children who need help, but stay silent or show their pain differently? They may survive by disconnecting, retreating, dissociating and internalising their hurt. These children are often overlooked, quieter, and misunderstood and therefore fall through the net.
This activity book is a professional tool to help these children and the adults supporting them. Combining trauma informed theory with practical and creative activities and worksheets, and a final section for adults supporting children, this activity book will help you to support children aged 5-10 to step out of their shells and into a brighter, more connected future.
JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
Category: LIFE SKILL/GEN STUDS
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
297 X 210 mm
Release Date: February 2026
9781805017950
Not Alone in NICU
A Compassionate Companion for Parents of a Baby in Neonatal Care
By Rebecca Chilvers, Kelly Phizaklea
Having a baby in neonatal care is often described as an emotional rollercoaster. Feeling overwhelmed and distressed is common and many parents’ experience anxiety, guilt, shame, anger and fear in a new and strange environment. You may not know where to turn or what to do next, but you are not alone. Written by an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist specialising in neonatal care for over a decade, this book is a compassionate companion for parents of premature and sick babies. It will:
* Help you find ways to get through the first bewildering weeks, * Support you to look after the emotional wellbeing of yourself and your family, * Work your way through the complexities of becoming and parent and forming a relationship with your baby, * Help you make complex decisions and be involved in your baby’s care, * Address your needs if your baby has a long term or life limiting condition, * Speak to the many specific challenges that arise whilst your baby is being treated in hospital, * Help you prepare for the transition to home and make sense of your experience
Containing over 50 tailored written exercise, links to supporting audio files, parent stories, key information and guidance this book will help you navigate the emotional challenges of your baby’s stay in neonatal care.
JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
Category: FAMILY & HEALTH
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
240 pages
COLOUR SECTION(S)
AUD$: 83.99
246 X 173 mm
304 pages
Release Date: January 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT 9781787758858
65.99
How to Be a Superhero Called Self-Control 2/e
By Lauren Brukner, Rebecca Burgess
Empower children aged 7 and upward to process big feelings and regulate their senses with Lauren Brukner's bestselling guide.
This updated edition has been fully revised to be accessible for neurodivergent and dyslexic readers. Are you ready to be a superhero? Self-Control is here to teach you! With these amazing superpowers, you'll be able to understand your big feelings and find the strength and confidence to feel better.
Inside, you'll team up with Self-Control to learn powers that help you feel calm and in control. Try quick boosts, like deep breaths and using mantras, or practice recharging powerups like finding your peaceful place.
Whether you're feeling tired, angry, worried or wiggly, you can calm those big feelings with Self-Control's help. You can even read with a grown-up as a superhero team!
With fun illustrations that show you exactly what to do, handy charts and tips for parents and teachers, this amazing guide gives you all the self-regulation superpowers you need.
Put on your cape and your mask - Self-Control (and You!) to the rescue!
JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
Category: FAMILY & HEALTH
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Hardback
252 X 176 mm
Release Date: January 2026
9781805017554
The Mixed + Multiracial Guide To Wellbeing
Navigating Family, Identity + Healing
By Namalee Bolle
"What aaaaarrrrrrrrrreeeeeee you?!"
If you just had that familiar sinking feeling, this book is for you.
Do you point out how alienating and othering that question is?
Stand your ground and explain that you don't have to justify your existence with a pie chart and a family tree?
Or keep the peace, bite your tongue and smile politely at yet another person treating you like a science project?
While each mixed person's experience is different, there are common threads from living in a monoracial world that weave their way into your life.
This book explores ways for mixed and multiracial people to recognise how their identity has shaped their life, handle common challenges, and resist othering and erasure.
Informed by experience and expertise from both sides of the therapist's couch, the Mixed + Multiracial Guide to Wellbeing shows you how to handle microaggressions, confront systemic issues, and control your own story.
JESSICA KINGSLEY PUBLISHERS
Category: SELF-HELP/PRACTICAL
Disc: TRADE INTERNATIONAL Paperback
112 pages
B&W THROUGHOUT
AUD$: 47.99
229 X 152 mm
224 pages
Release Date: February 2026 B&W THROUGHOUT
9781805013655
AUD$: 47.99
