Jackie French

Mothball the wombat has a new baby, and he is even more mischievous than his famous mother. You might think wombats just sleep and eat, but this little baby has a very busy schedule. He creates wonderful chaos wherever he waddles, turning ordinary days into hilarious adventures. From discovering new places to dig, to finding the perfect spot for a nap, his week is full of surprises. You will laugh out loud as you follow him through his daily routine of playing, scratching, and driving his mother crazy. It is an irresistible story that shows exactly what happens when a naughty baby wombat decides to explore the world.

Josephine is not your average kangaroo. While her brother Joey constantly reminds her that kangaroos are supposed to hop, Josephine only wants to point her toes, leap gracefully through the air, and dance! She practices by bouncing with the brolgas and swaying with the trees, dreaming of wearing a beautiful pink tutu and silk ballet shoes. When a real ballet troupe arrives in her sleepy town, Josephine sneaks in to watch them pirouette and curtsy. But disaster strikes when the prima ballerina twists her ankle right before the big performance. The director desperately needs a dancer who can jump higher than anyone else. You will cheer for Josephine as she proves that if you believe in yourself, a kangaroo really can be a star.

Christmas is a very special time of year, especially if you happen to be a hungry wombat. Mothball usually spends her days eating, sleeping, and scratching, but Christmas Eve brings a delightful new challenge. She discovers that the local children have left out delicious carrots, and she is more than willing to fight Santa's reindeer to get her fair share of the snacks. When Mothball accidentally hitches a ride on a magical sleigh, her holiday adventure truly begins. You will laugh out loud as this determined wombat discovers that carrots are available all over the world, causing spectacular chaos for Santa Claus along the way.

You might think a wombat's life is perfectly simple, but do not be fooled! Mothball the wombat has a highly demanding schedule to keep. Between sleeping all morning, scratching in the afternoon, and eating at night, she barely has a moment to herself. Worst of all, she has just acquired some brand new human neighbors, and training them is turning out to be incredibly hard work. She must teach them exactly when to provide fresh carrots, when to offer rolled oats, and how to stay out of her favorite digging spots. You will be laughing from start to finish as you read Mothball's personal diary and discover who is really in charge of the neighborhood.

Imagine watching the waters rise higher and higher until they sweep everything away. Inspired by the devastating Queensland floods, this moving story is told through the eyes of a brave cattle dog who becomes separated from his beloved family. As the floodwaters mercilessly rip through towns and homes, the dog witnesses both the frightening power of nature and the incredible bravery of everyday heroes. When the water finally recedes, it leaves a path of destruction in its wake. But amid the heartbreak, there are beautiful moments of hope and courage, like a little tugboat fighting to stave off further disaster. This sensitive and timely tale perfectly captures the strength of community spirit during times of great adversity. It is a gentle yet powerful way to explore natural disasters, heroism, and the deep bond between humans and animals.

Shaun is the brand new shearer in Shaggy Gully, but he does things a little bit differently. While all the other hardworking shearers use tough sheepdogs to round up the flocks, Shaun has a very unusual partner named Pete. Pete is not a dog at all, he is a sheep! Pete has a wonderfully polite way of guiding his fellow sheep, and they absolutely love him for it. Unfortunately, the other rough shearers are completely miffed and tell Shaun to take his business elsewhere. You will giggle at every page as Shaun and Pete decide to open their very own sheep salon, giving the local flocks the coolest and most hilarious haircuts they have ever seen.