(Paperback)

Sharon Bowns remarkable 16-year career with the RAAF saw her deployed to East Timor, Bali and Afghanistan. From barely surviving a helicopter crash to commanding a combat surgical team, her story is a confronting, but ultimately inspirational, account of what our men and women in the military experience, and the price they pay for their service.

We all know that dogs will eat anything. We also know that kids tastes generally arent so wide-ranging. In delightful duotone illustrations and engaging text, we see how the family dogs willingness to eat anything from daffodils to brussels sprouts gradually inspires his child owner to be a little more adventurous at mealtimes.

(Paperback)

Paddy OMelon is the endearing story of a young rainforest kangaroo. Separated from his mother as a joey, he tries to find out what he really is from the other rainforest animals. But none of them can help him. Its not until he meets the cassowary that he manages to find out both his identity and the way home.

(Paperback)

A history of one of the worlds greatest armoured warfare commanders. During World War II, Hermann Balck (18971982) commanded panzer troops from the front line and led by example. The book charts an exciting journey through the fields of France, mountains of Greece and steppes of Russia. It is also the story of a deeply cultured and complex man.

(Paperback)

Paper Cranes is the moving story of Cheryl Koenig, a Sydney mother whose son Jonathan was left brain-damaged after an horrific car accident, and the amazing sense that together with persistence, determination, family and love, almost any challenge can be faced and conquered. Jonathan has defied the odds and lives a rich and fulfilling life.

(Paperback)

In this practical guide, Dr Sarah Hughes offers a warm and commonsense parenting approach all parents can benefit from. She roots out just why kids cant always behave well and answers hard questions with real-world examples, offering easy-to-implement, realistic approaches parents can adapt immediately to a style of parenting that suits them.

(Hardback)

Patch the pony is lonely. Sometimes it feels as if he doesnt quite fit in on the farm. But one day something happens that changes his life forever. A wonderful tale about friendship and finding out where you belong.

(Hardback)

Pear of Hope is the story of a little girl with cancer and her tale of recovery. This is intertwined with the growth of a pear tree, which symbolises the enigmatic concept of hope. Told through sensitive words and gentle, beautiful illustrations, the story is a reminder of the fact that, like Anna, with hope you can face any battle!

(Paperback)

Pippa, Pia, Poppy, Polly and Peg are quintuplets. Since birth, theyve done everything the same, but as they get a little older they want to do things differently very differently. Can Mum and Dad keep their little girls as matching peas in a pod, or will those five very individual personalities win out in the end

(Paperback)

Loppy the Little Anxious Creature is always trying to control everything, which is as difficult as growing perfect petunias! One day, his friend Curly teaches him that you have to let petunias grow how they grow, and that trying to do your best is the real meaning of perfect. The perfect book for little people who find it hard to make mistakes!

(Hardback, Fifth Edition)

For more than 25 years Practical Beekeeping in NewZealand has been the bible for New Zealand beekeepers. The only comprehensive guide to keeping bees in NZ, it provides beekeepers with details on honey bee management throughout the year, advice on handling hive products and information about many other beekeeping subjects. Now in full colour.

(Paperback)

In 'Preposterous Proverbs', Max Cryer looks at a vast array of proverbs from around the world. Proverbs on birth, food, women and love rub shoulders with others on money, animals, sin and death. He has chosen some of the most interesting and perplexing, and with his wry wit he analyses their meaning and truth. A great book to dip into.

(Hardback)

Pug Stands for Philosophical Universal Guidance. This fully illustrated book is different! Pug writes Pugs are loved by people everywhere so its not surprising that my view of the world is unique. The time has come to share my thoughts hoping that you will find them inspirational and help you lead a happier, more optimistic and fulfilling life.

(Paperback)

Purple Dandelion is the true story of Farida Sultana, an extraordinary Muslim woman and single mother. The book is a reflection of her personal journey as an unconventional child who struggled through her adulthood and married life. Being a survivor of violence and abuse, Farida emerged as an advocate against violence and oppression against women.

(Paperback)

Purposeful Breathing is a practical, user-friendly guide to simple breathing skills that can rapidly reduce states you dont want (such as stress and anxiety) and increase states you do want (such as feeling stronger or relaxing). It also teaches breathing skills for long term health, informed by new discoveries from psychology and neuroscience.

(Hardback)

Raised in rural Pennsylvania, Rachel Carson was a pioneer in combining the disciplines of the arts and science, specifically writing and biology. From writing about the ocean like a poet, to exposing the danger of pesticides to the world, Carson led an extraordinary life. Find out more about the world we live in by reading her fascinating story!

(Paperback)

Drawing on cutting-edge research, Raising Stress-Proof Kids explores the powerful and potentially long-term effects of stress on our children. Most importantly, it offers simple but effective steps that parents can take to minimise the impact of stress at home and at school.

(Hardback)

Reena is deaf and Dog is homeless, but they are also so much more than that. When they form a unique bond with each other, and become friends with the hearing children in the park, they discover that everyone is different and special in their own way. Reenas Rainbow is about friendship, diversity and acceptance.

(Paperback)

This is a comprehensive yet accessible and even enjoyable book on dealing with stress and anxiety. It examines the nature of stress and anxiety before going on to cover a range of strategies and approaches for dealing with them - the authors recognise that every individual is different and will choose different options.

(Hardback)

This is the story of a journey. Actually, its a story of many journeys, of paths woven through the fabric of Earths history, and of human history, all of which lead to one semi-mythical, and yet completely real place the lost supercontinent Gondwana.

(Hardback, New edition)

Rosie loves nothing more than digging and spending time in her neighbourhood garden. But when the garden is destroyed to make way for a towering skyscraper, Rosie has to take some very brave and unexpected action to save the day. An inspiring story about nature, community, and standing up for the things that are important to us.

(Paperback)

Ruby and the Pen is the story of a 12-year-old, cartoon-drawing girl who buys a pen from a mysterious stall at the local market. She soon learns that the pen has a magical power. Initially the pen protects Ruby from the meanest girls at her new school, but over time the pens power becomes dangerous, leaving Ruby facing a whole new set of problems.

(Hardback)

Olivia and her dog Barkley are inseparable. Hes her sidekick, her partner in crime-fighting theyre the perfect pair. But then, Barkley dies and Olivia is heartbroken. Gradually, however, she realizes that Barkley wouldnt want her to be unhappy for the rest of her life. So she comes up with a clever plan to get her happiness back.

(Paperback)

Olivia and her dog Barkley are inseparable. Hes her sidekick, her partner in crime-fighting theyre the perfect pair. But then, Barkley dies and Olivia is heartbroken. Gradually, however, she realizes that Barkley wouldnt want her to be unhappy for the rest of her life. So she comes up with a clever plan to get her happiness back.