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Hometown by Shaun Tan review – another masterpiece from the acclaimed author-illustrator

The mind behind The Arrival returns with a triumph of a graphic novel, a vivid fable about a girl who is told by a stranger that she doesn’t belong in the only world she knows

The Guardian - AU · Oct 29

Australian children’s classics: Shaun Tan’s essential migrant story still mesmerises, 20 years on

Holding Shaun Tan’s 2006 book The Arrival, you get the immediate impression of holding a found object – a family album or personal archive held together by hopes and dreams.

The Conversation · Aug 25

Friday essay: is there a great Australian graphic novel?

The graphic novel Cannon by Lee Lai was awarded this year’s A$60,000 Stella Prize, establishing historic firsts in more than one area. Cannon is the first graphic novel, and Lai the first non-binary author, to win this major literary prize. The same weekend, Lai was named a Sydney Morning Herald…

The Conversation · Aug 6

‘Live in the light, but carry the dark’: John Marsden’s books are his legacy – but so is his empathy

Celebrated author and educator John Marsden, best known for his dystopian young adult Tomorrow series, has died aged 74.

The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024

These picture books make the perfect gifts – for adults (and their inner children)

As grown-ups increasingly embrace the emotional power and visual delights of picture books, here is a list of recommendations to suit every person and occasion

The Guardian - AU · Dec 3, 2024

The 100 greatest children’s books of all time, according to the BBC

Philip Pullman, CS Lewis and Roald Dahl feature in top 10

The Independent UK · May 24, 2023

BBC names 100 greatest children’s books of all time

Philip Pullman, CS Lewis and Roald Dahl feature in top 10

The Independent UK · May 23, 2023

Best children’s and YA books of 2022

Journeys through music, history, magic and more, plus the standout books for young adults

The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2022

From an ‘Emily in Paris’ cookbook, to Africa’s impact on global style, to the British royals in Vogue, books make great holiday gifts

There’s always a great selection around the holidays for a range of ages and interests.

Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 17, 2022

Shaun Tan to Emily in Paris: Reach for books as worthy gifts

Books are an easy gift choice, but that doesn’t mean they can’t be fresh

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2022