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Ben Spies

Eleven years old. Published author. Best author name ever. Ben Spies is going places for sure. Ben is like any other boy. He loves...

5 Great Kids Books Featuring Te Reo Maori

To celebrate Maori Language Week, we thought we would introduce some fun and engaging Te Reo learning resource gems that you may not have...

Nix Whittaker

Nix Whittaker is an author of YA science fiction and steampunk fantasy novels. The term ‘page turner’ is thrown around a lot these...

I Am An Artist: Advice, motivation and actions to help you on your artist's journey.

Are you a creative soul who is trying to find your artistic feet, or warring with your self confidence as a creator? This beautiful...

Jack Feels Big!

Jack Feels Big is a brilliant collection of short illustrated stories that help kids learn how to express their emotions. “Having the...

S is for Science

"The completely partially scientifically accurate alphabet book for the children of science and cartoon dinosaur enthusiasts everywhere." -

The Chain

The Chain is a thoroughly page-turning YA novel by Antony Millen. “I will be so surprised if this novel doesn't hit the best seller list....

Phil! The Kraken

In this endearing children's picture book by Adrienne Body, we meet a cheeky kraken named Phil. The story is full of fun and imagination,...

Kelly St Clare

Kelly St Clare is an author of YA fantasy and science fiction/dystopia. If you’re a fan of Collins, Kagawa, or even Clare, I’m positive...

ZR Southcombe

ZR Southcombe (Zee) is a creator of many wonderous treasures. She is an extremely passionate author, illustrator, editor, artist,...

The Goodbye Chair

‘The Goodbye Chair’ is a heart warming family picture book written by Josephine Carson-Barr. In this gorgeous story, a young kiwi lad is dr

The Ghosts of Moonlight Creek

The Ghosts of Moonlight Creek is the third spooky adventure from Sue Copsey, award-winning author of The Ghosts of Young Nick’s Head and...

Sue Copsey

Sue Copsey is an award-winning writer of spooky adventure stories for older children and young adults. She lives in New Zealand, which is...

"I Am An Artist" Picture Book

I Am An Artist is a fantastic picture book by award winning author/illustrator, Nikki Slade Robinson. This labour of love is all about...

Adrienne Body

Adrienne Body is an author and illustrator of children's picture books. "Her books are wonderfully illustrated and gloriously funny." -...