Books ideal for readers aged 7 - 11

I first discovered Boori Monty Pryor three years ago via 'Maybe Tomorrow'. When I saw his name on 'Shake A Leg' I was eager to get it home and introduce it to my children.  This is an entertaining and educating read - a must have.

Two big talents in their respective fields have collided to create a beautiful work of art.

Emily Rodda has penned a bright page turner of a chapter book which is perfect for older primary school children. Telling a delightful tale of a community joining forces to save their town, Bungawitta is an uplifting story full of humorous snippets from some quirky characters.

A delightful addition to the Violet Mackerel series which I couldn't wait to get my hands on. The fear with any new addition to a much loved series is that it won't quite hit the same spot, however Anna Branford has really excelled with Personal Space, which seems to be growing in parallel to Violet's fans.

Jon Klassen's latest collaboration is with Ted Kooser, America's Poet Laureate from 2004 until 2006. Jointly they have produced a delicate yet powerful picture book entitled House Held Up By Trees.

My Book Corner's verdict on Davide Cali's 10 Little Insects? Just too funny!! Witty, fast paced and riddled with clever one liners, this one is a riot! Due for Australian release on 1st June 2012, we're beaming with happiness at being able to bring you this early look at Davide Cali's latest collaboration.

Full of alliterative, tongue-twisting, eye-catching fun Animalia by Graeme Base, first released in 1986, has now reached its 25th Anniversary. This wonderful Book App, launched to coincide with the anniversary, adds fantastic value to an already successful concept.

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 ...

The Mark of the Wagarl is a new edition for 2012 based on a traditional story from the Nyoongar people of the south-west of Western Australia.

** WIN this book, plus four others, AND an endota spa voucher worth $110 in our latest, greatest competition. ** This gorgeous picture book will entrance you from the moment you open the hard cover when you'll be engulfed by images of delicate flowers cascading towards you from the frangipani tree nestled behind. Set against a background of warm swirly reds and oranges these delightful hues echo the warm, heartening family relationships that are depicted within the pages of the Old Frangipani Tree at Flying Fish Point.