Theme - war

The Fair Dinkum War from the talented David Cox captures the experience of Word War II from the eyes of a young child.

Enter our latest competition for your chance to win one of four copies of Evan's Gallipoli, just click here. As the title would suggest, Evan's Gallipoli is set against the background of the now infamous campaign during World War I. Australian and New Zealand forces played an integral role, making this novel just to perfect to delve into as ANZAC Day approaches.

Oh my, this is the most touching story. ANZAC Biscuits is one of those picture books that should be read by the young and old - it has much to offer.

The Treasure Box is the beautiful result of the combined talents of Margaret Wild and Freya Blackwood.

Pennies for Hitler challenges perceptions and prejudice looking at the events of WW2 from the perspective of Georg, part Jewish with English heritage, living in Germany and being swept up by the impact of the Fuhrer.

With 25th April 1915 as its starting point A Day to Remember charts the reason, the meaning and the validity of this day through to the present time and beyond ...

Do Not Forget Australia by Sally Murphy is a poignant picture book about Henri, about France, about Billy and about Australia. It is based on the true story of how strong bonds are developed in the face of adversity, where people pull together in a show of human kindness no matter how large the distance between them.

The Children of the King by Sonya Hartnett is a multi layered intriguing novel which captures the horror, isolation and frightening aspects of WWII from a child's perspective. Intermingled with the power, destruction and ruthlessness of England's regal history, more specifically the path to the crown taken by Richard III, this is a fascinating novel.

Oh this is such a powerful, beautifully written children's book.  The powerful nature of it is absorbed more by the parents, the message for the children is one of dancing, family and overcoming.  I'm so impressed by a book that can reach both audiences.