Tilly’s First Spell
By Mary Anastasiou & Giorgia Clerico Five Mile Press 2026 Reviewed by Mia Macrossan Just in time for Halloween is another adventure featuring Tilly and Sootie, first encountered in Tilly's New Broom. In Tilly's First Spell, the little witch Tilly is keen to
The Witch Who Couldn’t Spell
Written by Jess Galatola & illustrated by Lu Baker Larrikin House 2026 Reviewed by Sandy Driessens “Wanda Spelled is a little witch with a BIG problem. At Spell Bright Academy, her magic is marvellous … until her spelling slips.” Each day of the week,
Potion Commotion
by Rebecca Grant & Niña Nill Reviewed by Zewlan Moor Potion Commotion is a delightful cumulative tale in 24 pages, which is short enough for story time with a young audience, but long enough to pack a punch (or BOOM!) The rhyme and
Fairy Beach
By Sheila Knaggs & Jennifer Falkner Reviewed by Margarite Igras. Sheila Knagg’s inspiration for this story came about one day during the COVID lockdown. She was walking along the beach and heard what she thought was giggling and chatter. It came from
How to Make a Snowman (Bunny and Bird, #3)
By Nick Bland Reviewed by Mia Macrossan Nick Bland lives in Darwin where he works full time as an author and illustrator. His books, which include The Very Cranky Bear, The Wrong Book and The Runaway Hug, have been recognised by many different awards, including
