CBCA Picture Book Notables 2023

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Hardback

11 Words for Love

Randa Abdel-Fattah & Maxine Beneba Clarke

A moving and joyful book for children from all backgrounds about the many ways we love, from award-winning author Randa Abdel-Fattah and acclaimed illustrator Maxine Beneba Clarke.

$24.99

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

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Hardback

Accidentally Kelly Street

Briony Stewart

Touching adaptation of classic Australian song 'Accidently Kelly Street'

$24.99

Available to order, ships in 5-9 daysAvailable to order

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Hardback

A Job for Kingsley

Gabriel Evans

A sweet, tender and deeply funny story about the power of friendship, belonging, and one dog’s mission to find the perfect job.

$24.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

Amma’s Sari

Sandhya Parappukkaran

Amma’s Sari is a powerful reflection on connection with family, the acceptance of difference, and the celebration of cultural heritage.

$31.99

Available to order, ships in approx 2 weeksAvailable to order

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Hardback

Be Careful, Xiao Xin!

Alice Pung & Sher Rill Ng

From best-selling author Alice Pung and renowned illustrator Sher Rill Ng comes an extraordinarily powerful and moving book about how the past can shape the future.

$24.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

Crumbs

Phil Cummings

On a wintry city street, a one-legged bird dances for crumbs to eat … but Ella has nothing to give. Then her father shows how a simple act of human…

$26.99

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

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Hardback

Dirt by Sea

Michael Wagner, Tom Jellett

Explore our wonderful coastline and the joy of a family road-trip with Dad and Daisy!   

$24.99

In stock at 6 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 6 shops

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Hardback

Egg

Clare Atkins,Harrison Vial

A truly unique picture book about a newcomer arriving to an island inhabited by superstitious eggs

When something strange washes up on the eggs’ island, they are scared. It looks…

$24.99

Available to order, ships in 3-5 daysAvailable to order

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Hardback

Farmhouse

Sophie Blackall,Sophie Blackall

A lavish and moving tribute to a beloved place in the vein of Hello Lighthouse from two-time Caldecott Medallist, Sophie Blackall.        

$24.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

Frank’s Red Hat

Sean E Avery

A story about never giving up on your talents, because even though what you do may not be appreciated right now, it may be in time. Possibly by someone you’d…

$25.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

Jigsaw: A Puzzle in the Post

Bob Graham

Serendipity and positive thinking come into play as a family searches for a missing puzzle piece in Bob Graham’s enchanting story with a sweet surprise ending.    

$27.99

In stock at 5 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 5 shops

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Hardback

Jorn’s Magnificent Imagination

Coral Vas,Nicky Johnston

Was it a sailboat, a seashell, a swan or an orange peel that inspired Jorn Utzon to design the world-renowned Sydney Opera House? Based on the true story of a…

$24.99

Available to order, ships in 5-9 daysAvailable to order

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Hardback

Koala Ark

Stephen Michael King

Through the smoke, in a tiny battered boat, Koala sets out to rescue the billabong friends. From the multi-award winning author and illustrator who brought you Three, Rainbow Bear and…

$26.99

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

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Hardback

My Strange Shrinking Parents

Zeno Sworder

From the author of the award-winning picture book This Small Blue Dot comes a new tale of a family that doesn’t look like all the others, carrying an enduring message…

$25.99

In stock at 4 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 4 shops

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Hardback

Open Your Heart to Country

Jasmine Seymour

Told in English and Dharug, Open Your Heart to Country is a moving account of reconnection to Country from a First Nations perspective. This picture book invites readers to reflect…

$27.99

In stock at 6 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 6 shops

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Hardback

Our Dreaming

Kirli Saunders

Goodjagah, little one, walk with me … I want to tell you our Dreaming as the Elders told it to me

$26.99

In stock at 4 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 4 shops

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Hardback

Paradise Sands: A Story of Enchantment

Levi Pinfold

An enchanting tale of haunting places and mystical bargains, sumptuously illustrated by Levi Pinfold.

$29.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

Tiny Wonders

Sally Soweol Han

Bursting with colour, Tiny Wonders is the story of a small child trying to bring wonder back to her town through the language of flowers, from talented Korean-Australian artist Sally…

$24.99

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

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Hardback

What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say

Davina Bell & Hilary Jean Tapper

A warm and whimsical guide to negotiating life’s little moments and big emotions with empathy, kindness and words from the heart.       

$24.99

In stock at 6 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 6 shops

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Hardback

When You’re Older

Sofie Laguna

Beautiful, warm and evocative, this stunning picture book reveals an older brother’s hopes for the amazing experiences he will share with his new baby brother - when he’s older. A…

$24.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

Where?

Jordan Collins

A passionate, personal and political picture book that calls out racism from an important new voice, illustrated by the acclaimed artist of Feathers.

$24.99

Available to order, ships in 3-5 daysAvailable to order

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Hardback

Whisper on the Wind

Claire Saxby

A stunning picture book about separation, connection and reunion from the team behind the glorious Iceberg, renowned picture book creators Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft.

$24.99

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops