It is wonderful to have Johanna Bell returning to the blog (see previous post here) to share insights into her latest book What is a Splat? and how its development aligns with her life and passion for writing. The spontaneity between Johanna's words and Amelia's illustrations is delightful and full of joy.
CBCA Younger Readers Judge, Kym Diprose, talking to an avid group in Ulverstone, noted the prevalence of octopuses in entries this year. Felicity Sly picks up this theme to share these, with some other texts and formats, to delve into an octopuses’ garden of tales.
The merry month of May has provided Tasmanian children’s literature lovers with two fascinating presentations from CBCA Book of the Year Judges. Many thanks to Anna Davidson, Dr Mark Macleod and Kym Diprose for sharing deep insights and intriguing snippets about the judging processes and an array of spectacular books.
Join Michelle Davies as she shares a successful and engaging program to hook middle school readers onto verse novels.
A delightful delve into the power of myths and super heroes to enrich storytelling. Lyndon Riggall explores the talents of R. A. Spratt in telling a good story!
For those of us too far afield to partake of the amazing events offered at the National Centre for Australian Children’s Literature Inc (NCACL) Belle Alderman AM has penned a wonderful post to report on the recent exhibition of the stunning artwork from the Midnight Gang, illustrated by Ann James AM.
Reading connects us all: be part of the story!
Libraries Tasmania is celebrating Tasmania Reads from Sunday 22 to Saturday 28 March 2026 and we invite you to be part of the story.
Tasmanian author, Ann Morgan, shares her love of writing, verse, Tasmania and having fun as she introduces science and scientific concepts to young children through her fascinating and gloriously illustrated picture books.
With the 2026 CBCA Book of the Year Notables announced earlier this week, it feels timely to reflect on this year’s judging process. Enjoy this insightful post provided by Anna Davidson that presents thoughts on the process from our three Tasmanian judges.
Were you an active voter in the recent Guardian poll to identify Australia’s top picture books? Maureen Mann shares some thoughts on this first ever, and significant, poll and the outcomes.