Collins Booksellers Spring Reading Guide 2019 Spring-reading-guide-FA-WEB (2) | Page 29

Claris: Fashion Show Fiasco The Funeral Matt James RRP $24.99 Norma misses her great-uncle Frank, but she is looking forward to his funeral and excited for a chance to play with her favourite cousin, Ray. This is a gentle and even joyful story about life and death, and how kids navigate the most serious of subjects. Megan Hess RRP $24.99 "Boo!' said the baby to the monkey in the cot. 'Boo!' said the baby to the penguin in the yacht... Boo! is an irresistibly joyous story for the very young, by two of Australia's most- loved picture-book creators. Little Lydia learns to be the best that she can be as she competes in a variety of sports against very unusual competitors. Saved!!! is an inspiring celebration of self-belief, the joy to be had in sport, and the importance of persistence. Due sept 10 Life on Mars Jon Agee RRP $24.99 If you keep an open mind then you will discover all sorts of wonders, so never give up exploring! A daring young astronaut arrives on Mars and is disappointed he can’t find life there. But if only he would turn he’d see a friendly Martian lurking shyly one step behind. 3 Don’t Worry, Little Crab Chris Haughton RRP $24.99 Big and Little Crab are going for a dip in the sea. “This is going to be so great!” says Little Crab. But then Little Crab catches a first glimpse of the water... Oh. The waves! They're ENORMOUS. "JEEPERS!" Will Little Crab be brave enough to go in? I can read in red. I can read in blue. I can read in pickle colour too. Shop online at collinsbooks.com.au Tiffiny Hall, Ed Kavalee, Anil Tortop RRP $19.99 The Gift Michael Speechley RRP $24.99 Due 3rd September The house across the road looks abandoned, but Rosie knows someone lives there. She decides to give her mystery neighbour a gift. Championing simple acts of kindness, this exquisite picture book explores the importance of friendship and the joy of giving. 1 Can You Guess? I am the Magic Mazeldore; my bag is big and wide. You'll never guess the creatures I have safely tucked inside…Guess which animals the tricky wizard is describing in this delightfully interactive book perfect for energetic young readers. Due sept Due sept 27 A First Time for Everything A First Time for Everything is an hilarious and relatable story that perfectly captures all the messy, glorious chaos of a baby's first year, from two of Australia's best-loved TV and radio personalities. Lydia Williams, Lucinda Gifford RRP $19.99 Due aug Emma Middleton, Connah Brecon RRP $24.99 3 Saved!!! 3 Margaret Wild, Andrew Joyner RRP $19.99 Due sept This is the highly anticipated follow-up to the popular picture book, Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess. Due sept Boo! feature TITLES Fashionista Maxine Beneba Clarke RRP $19.99 Fashionista is a beautiful new picture book written and illustrated by Maxine Beneba Clarke – all about the power of expressing yourself. Put on your passion. Flaunt your heart on your sleeve. You're a fashionista. Work it. Wear it. Believe. Due aug 27 Flower Power Labradors Allison Langton RRP $16.99 Dr Seuss These adorable pups spread happiness and joy everywhere they go with the magic of flower power! Join them on a day filled with play, songs, cuddles, parties, baths and sneaking bites of pie. And don't forget your flower crown. Get social with us