CBCA Picture Book of the Year Notables 2024

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Your head’s not the place to store Problems

Josh Pyke, S.M.K (illus.)

A whimsical and wise picture book on navigating life’s ups and downs, from two multi-award-winning creators.

In stock at 7 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 7 shops

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Timeless

Kelly Canby

This vibrant new picture book by award-winning author and illustrator Kelly Canby is all about time – making it, losing it and subverting the whole darn concept.

Emit (whose parents…

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

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The Lucky Shack

Apsara Baldovino, Jennifer Falkner (illus.)

A timeless message of hope - of love lost and found again - this story is a stunning debut that will warm your heart.

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The Garden at the End of the World

Briony Stewart, Cassy Polimeni

Isla and her mother go on an enchanting journey to the Global Seed Vault in Norway to discover a garden waiting at the end of the world.

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The Concrete Garden

Bob Graham

A timely, inspiring and uplifting story about hope and the power of creative expression, from one of the world's most treasured book makers.

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

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The Black Cockatoo With One Feather Blue

Jodie McLeod

Join the Black Cockatoo in this fun, read-aloud adventure through the Australian bush as she searches for her missing feather ... and discovers what's truly important.

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

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That Bird Has Arms

Kate Temple, Jol Temple

That Bird Has Arms is a story about difference and identity. It's about learning to see that what sets you apart is what makes you strong, and it's about pride…

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Stay for Dinner

Sandhya Parappukkaran

Stay for Dinner is a powerful story that celebrates culture and connection through food, from the creators of The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name, winner of the…

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Satin

Sophie Masson

Every morning early, when no-one's about, Satin slips out of the forest and walks along the sleepy sunrise streets, looking for blue...

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

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Little Treasure

Chanelle Gosper

A tender picture book that will touch the hearts of children and parents alike, with its poetic observations about the unbreakable bond between mother and child and its reminder to…

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Mizuto and the Wind

Kaye Baillie

Mizuto is a young boy living an ordinary life in Japan until one day, something extraordinary happens.

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Leaf-light

Trace Balla

A story about friendship, taking down barriers and creating community, finding your own path in the world and inspiring others along the way.

In stock at 7 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 7 shops

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Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care

Ali Rutstein, Niña Nill (illus.)

Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care is a spirited, funny and empowering picture book to encourage even the most nervous of children to spread their wings and try something…

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If I Was a Horse

Sophie Blackall

If you were a horse, what would you do? Could you fit in your clothes? Would you give your little sister a ride? Would your brother even notice?

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Good Morning, My Deer!

Melanie Amon, Sophie Beer (illus.)

Join Banjo and his mum on what starts as a straightforward day out, only to have it upended by homophones (two words with the same pronunciation but with different meanings)…

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Dorrie

Tania McCartney

From the award-winning author-illustrator of Mamie comes a beautiful and inspiring picture book that celebrates Dorothy Wall, creator of the beloved Australian icon, Blinky Bill.

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Desert Jungle

Jeannie Baker

In spectacular and astonishing collage detail, Jeannie Baker captures the deep beauty, mystery, and hidden vitality of the desert landscape - and why it needs our protection.

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City of Light

Julia Lawrinson

On Monday 20 February 1962, the people of Perth lit up their city overnight to acknowledge the special mission of American astronaut John Glenn – the first American to orbit…

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Bowerbird Blues

Aura Parker

I am a collector. Always looking, finding ... and keeping! Bowerbird loves BLUE. Magnificent colbalt. Brilliant, vibrant blue! But something is missing. What could it be?

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Anchored

Debra Tidball

Ship heads out to sea leaving Tug behind in port. But despite being oceans apart, they remain connected by love. A sensitive yet powerful and useful story about the parent-child…

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CBCA Picture Book of the Year Notables 2024

Your head’s not the place to store Problems

Timeless

The Lucky Shack

The Garden at the End of the World

The Concrete Garden

The Black Cockatoo With One Feather Blue

That Bird Has Arms

Stay for Dinner

Satin

Little Treasure

Mizuto and the Wind

Leaf-light

Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care

If I Was a Horse

Good Morning, My Deer!

Dorrie

Desert Jungle

City of Light

Bowerbird Blues

Anchored