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Meet the Artist: Hélène Magisson

‘It’s about supporting the text, enriching it, trying to surprise.’ Mia Macrossan talks to Hélène Magisson who is a critically acclaimed Australian illustrator of many books for children. Before Hélène turned to book illustration, she was a painting restorer in […]

Aslan and Benny

By Jemima Shafei-Ongu & Jade Goodwin Reviewed by Mia Macrossan Many children have an irrational fear of dogs and this story carefully explores how one child overcomes his fears and makes friends with the dog that suddenly enters his life. […]

Grandmother from the East Grandmother from the West

By Jacinta Liu & Freda Chiu Reviewed by Mia Macrossan Jacinta Liu’s delightful debut picture book is about a girl who loves her two grandmothers, who each come with their own distinct heritage and traditions. They look different and offer […]

Meet the Artist: Clare McFadden

Mia Macrossan talks to Clare McFadden, who is a writer, artist and educator. She has worked in arts education with children, young people, and communities in both Australia and the United States. Her first book, The Flying Orchestra, was awarded […]

Ariana Treasure: The Missing Book; The Secret Ingredient

By Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern Illustrated by Karen Erasmus Reviewed by Meg Rowe When the bells above Ariana’s mum’s thrift shop, the Treasure Chest, start to jingle, you can be sure something interesting is about to happen! Jacqueline de Rose-Ahern’s The […]

Tomato Sandwich

By Caroline Magerl Reviewed by Lara Cain Gray Tomato Sandwich is the latest release from celebrated author and illustrator Caroline Magerl. It takes place on an average day in the home of young Ottily and her dad. Otilly awakes, dons […]

Meet the Artist: Niña Nill

Niña Nill is one of the artists exhibiting her work at the 2025 Book Links Exhibition: StoryArt at the Richard Randall Gallery 4 -13 April. Niña Nill, a children’s book illustrator based in Queensland, Australia. She says: I’m passionate about […]

Dinner Time! & Bed Time!

Aussie Baby’s First Words 1 & 2 By Tom Jellet Reviewed by Mia Macrossan Tom Jellett is a Sydney-based illustrator. For over twenty years he has illustrated a number of books for children including Dirt by Sea by Michael Wagner, the […]

My Shadow is Blue

By Scott Stuart Reviewed by Claire Monsour My Shadow Is Blue by Australian author Scott Stuart is part of his “shadow series” (including My Shadow Is Purple and My Shadow Is Pink). Stuart is an author committed to creating content […]

Latest Interviews

Meet the Artist: Hélène Magisson

‘It’s about supporting the text, enriching it, trying to surprise.’ Mia Macrossan talks to Hélène Magisson who is a critically acclaimed Australian illustrator of many books for children. Before Hélène turned to book illustration, she was a painting restorer in […]

Meet the Artist: Clare McFadden

Mia Macrossan talks to Clare McFadden, who is a writer, artist and educator. She has worked in arts education with children, young people, and communities in both Australia and the United States. Her first book, The Flying Orchestra, was awarded […]

Meet the Artist: Niña Nill

Niña Nill is one of the artists exhibiting her work at the 2025 Book Links Exhibition: StoryArt at the Richard Randall Gallery 4 -13 April. Niña Nill, a children’s book illustrator based in Queensland, Australia. She says: I’m passionate about […]

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