Sally Rippin

In her new falling-down home, in her new street, in her new suburb, Jelly waits for high school to begin. She can only feel happy up in the branches of the old apricot tree and by the creek at the back of the house. One night, Jelly and her cousins spot something in the creek's dark waters. At first, they...

Is falling in love with a stranger what it means to be a foreigner? At eighteen, Anna is in limbo. She has decisions to make but stalls for time. Deferring her university studies in Australia, she visits her father in Shanghai. In an exotic environment, her life seems both better and worse—she loves learning Chinese painting but can't cope with...

In this chapter book from the beloved early-reader series Billie B Brown, Billie's favourite book finds a surprising new home at her school's book swap! In The Book Swap Flop, Billie's school is holding a book swap to raise money for kids in hospital. Everyone brings a book and a gold coin. Billie donates her best book, but is upset...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Dom learns how precious his friends are. Come look at all Dom’s special things, Like rocks and stones with insect wings … Collecting fossils is Dom's favourite thing to do. But what happens when his friends break one? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest, and most accessible series...

Billie stays overnight at a farm in this fun chapter book from the beloved hit series by Australian Children's Laureate, Sally Rippin! In The Farm Sleepover, Billie is spending the night at her friend Sara's farm! She braves a long drive, strange goats, and even a huge horse. But is she brave enough to admit she still sleeps with her...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn about LETTERS just for fun! The School of Monsters: Learn and Play series bridges the gap between school and home to ignite the spark of learning. Kids getting ready for kinder and school will love practising real schoolwork with their friends at the School of Monsters – in a funny, silly (and...

Billie meets a playful foster pup in this brilliant chapter book from the beloved hit series Billie B Brown, by Australian Children's Laureate, Sally Rippin! In A Dog to Keep, Billie meets an adorable foster dog called Otto. Everyone in the neighbourhood loves him, but no-one can adopt him. Can Billie find Otto his forever home? Billie B Brown is...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn about NUMBERS – just for fun! The School of Monsters: Learn and Play series bridges the gap between school and home to ignite the spark of learning. Kids getting ready for kinder and school will love practising real schoolwork with their friends at the School of Monsters – in a funny, silly...

In this gorgeous story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Billie B Brown gets all dressed up for a wedding! In The Wonderful Wedding, Billie's going to a wedding! She's got the perfect outfit, and she can't wait to see all the fancy decorations. But what happens when the wedding doesn't live up to her dreams? Written by the Australian Children’s...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Jack learns how to recognise her moods! When Jack feels good, she laughs and plays but sometimes Jack has grumpy days. Sometimes, Jack's feelings are way too big! Can she find a way to balance her moods? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for...

Meet Billie B Brown … Billie can be many things. She can be bubbly, brave, and brilliant. And sometimes she can even be a teensy bit boastful... but Billie is as busy as ever! A brilliant collection of stories starring everyone's favourite friend, Billie B Brown. Includes a super-duper extra-long story featuring Billie and her best friend, Jack! Written by...

Meet Billie B Brown … Billie can be many things. Sometimes she is brave. She can be beautiful, bold, and busy. And sometimes she can even be a teensy bit bossy … but Billie is always the best friend ever! A bumper collection of stories starring everyone's favourite friend, Billie B Brown. Written by the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin,...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Milly learns that speaking up will save the day! When Milly’s left out of the monsters’ big day, they all work together to find a new way! When Milly's school hosts a party for Mother's Day, Milly feels left out. But families come in all shapes and sizes – and soon...

Billie and Jack are best friends. They do everything together, like the school Reading Challenge. Billie loves reading, but Jack sometimes gets the words mixed up, so they need to work together. But what happens when they get split up for the challenge?

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Zorro learns how to listen to his tummy! Zorro loves food, but his snacks make a stink. What else could he eat? Let’s have a think! Zorro is a zombie who loves to snack in class, which makes for a smelly school! Can his teacher find a brainy solution? Welcome to...

In this hilarious new story from the best-selling first-reader series, Drake's Silly Sneezes, Drake's cold has some unusual consequences... Drake is sneezing, Drake is sick. Can his friends help cure him, quick? Drake's got a cold, so his friends brew him some medicine – but the first batch makes him sneeze fire, and the second batch makes him sneeze ice!...

Join Billie B Brown in three of her favourite stories in full colour! Super Cool! contains: The Perfect Present The Best Project The Missing Tooth Written by the Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series. Every down-to-earth story follows bold, brilliant Billie as she uses her imagination to tackle a new challenge, whether...

In this gorgeous story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Billie B Brown gets to see the snow! In The Snow Day, Billie is going to the snow for the very first time! She wishes her little brother could come too. How can she bring the magic of the snow back home for him? Written by the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally...

Join Billie B Brown in three of her favourite stories in full colour! Super Squad! contains: The Soccer Star The Deep End The Little Lie Written by the Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series. Every down-to-earth story follows bold, brilliant Billie as she uses her imagination to tackle a new challenge, whether...

In this adorable story from the best-selling first-reader series, Snell learns it's okay to go at her own pace! Snell needs some time to come out of her shell. Will she take part in today's Show and Tell? Snell has something cool to share with all her classmates, but she's nervous. How can she build up the courage to speak?...

In this charming story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Jack and Billie bake a cake! In The Big Mess, Jack's filming a cooking show with his best friend Billie. But what will happen if he messes everything up? From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series. Every story follows Jack, a friendly, everyday...

In this charming story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Jack has to make an important decision! In The Class Party, Jack's class is voting on what to do for their end-of-term party, and Jack has the deciding vote. How will he know what to choose? From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series....

Billie B Brown and her friends have started a new Secret Mystery Club – but can they follow the clues to solve their first case? Find out in Spooky House, the exciting new graphic novel starring Billie B Brown, for fans of The Baby-sitters Club and Paws! There’s nothing Billie loves more than a good adventure with her best friends!...

Join Billie B Brown in three of her favourite stories in full colour! Super Sweet! contains: The Big Sister The Honey Bees The Baby Bird Written by the Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series. Every down-to-earth story follows bold, brilliant Billie as she uses her imagination to tackle a new challenge, whether...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Mary learns what happens when you bring a hungry pet to class! You shouldn't bring a pet to school.But Mary's pet is super cool! You're not supposed to bring your pet to the School of Monsters if you haven't fed them yet. But Mary LOVES her little pet! Surely it will be OK...

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Break time! Join Billie B Brown in five of her favourite schoolyard stories! Billie's Schoolyard Stack contains: The Soccer Star The Little Lie The Bully Buster The Missing Tooth The Book Swap Flop Written by the Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series....

Jack and his friends love school, but if there's one thing they love more, it's school holidays! Join Jack on five of his best school holiday adventures in this super stack of stories. From the Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series. Every story follows Jack, a friendly, everyday kid who loves playing with...

Come Over to My House is a delightful and celebratory Australian picture book that explores the home lives of children and parents who are Deaf or disabled. In this award-winning picture book, a cast of friendly characters invite friends over for a play—there’s fun to be had, food to eat, and families to meet! Co-written by disability advocate Eliza Hull...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Peggy races to help others!Peggy's legs help her to read and climb and jump and run with speed! When chaos breaks out during the school play, can Peggy – and her guide pet – save the day? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Deb and Dot learn how to share their friends! Some kids are good and some are not … Some look the same, like Deb and Dot! Deb and Dot are twins and complete opposites. Deb is friendly and everyone likes her – but Dot doesn't quite know how to play nicely...

It's the costume parade, but poor Abi forgot! So a last-minute outfit is all that she's got … Everyone's dressed up for a costume parade – except for Abi. She's embarrassed by her last-minute outfit. How can her friends help her find the courage to join in? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Sam learns how to get out of a jam! Sam makes a mess when he eats jam. Can he fix it? Yes, he can! Hairy Sam just can't help himself. He LOVES bread and jam! But what happens when he gets sticky jam all over the school and the other monsters?...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Our Friend Zap learns how much his friends love him. Zap is a monster who comes from afar in a red rocket ship from a faraway star! Zap is an alien who doesn't speak the local language and communicates with his friends in his own special way. So when he gets...

Griffin's proud that when racing, he always comes first. Will slowing down really make him be the worst? Griffin boasts about winning every running race – until he's teamed up with a classmate who goes slowly. Can he set aside his frustration at coming last, and learn that friendship should always come first? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Bruno learns to dance to his own beat! ‘Why won't Bruno dance?' says Pat. 'There must be a fix for that!' Bruno is a talented dancer, but he's too shy to bust a move in front of his classmates … until a special guest visits the school! Welcome to the School...

Lottie Baker had Bill and her dog Pog. That was more family than a nine-year-old girl could ever need. She didn't need a mother, did she? Besides, their house was already way too crowded without trying to squeeze anyone else in. But then Lottie meets a runaway ghost called Martha May Claringbold, who is not too young and not too...

Billie B Brown and the Secret Mystery Club have a brand-new case to solve: who is sending them coded messages, and why? They'll have to crack the codes to find the answers!  When Billie and her friends find a note tied to the collar of Jack's dog, Scraps, they must put their code-breaking skills to the test. Mysteriously, the first...

Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers!Grab this book and take a peek at all the monsters you will meet! Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin!Start by reading only the last word on every line and work your...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn ABC and 123 – just for fun! The School of Monsters: Learn and Play series bridges the gap between school and home to ignite the spark of learning. Kids getting ready for kinder and school will love practising real schoolwork with their friends at the School of Monsters – in a funny,...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Bee's birthday wish has surprising results! Bee makes a wish. The monsters stare. What's that growing from her hair? It's Bee's birthday, and her friends have given her a special wishing cake! But what will they do when Bee's wish gets out of control? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Bat-Boy Tim learns how to play nicely with his friends! When Bat-Boy Tim comes out to play,why do others run away? Bat-Boy Tim loves to play pranks on the other monsters – but they don't like it at all! Can he use his sneaky abilities to show how good a friend...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn about LETTERS, NUMBERS, SHAPES and WORDS – just for fun! The School of Monsters: Learn and Play series bridges the gap between school and home to ignite the spark of learning. Kids getting ready for kinder and school will love practising real schoolwork with their friends at the School of Monsters –...

Big Dog and Little Dog go camping in this fun follow up to Sally Rippin and Lucinda Gifford's Big Dog, Little Dog. Big Dog can't wait to go camping with Little Dog for the first time and show him how it's done. Big Dog is very good at helping! But things don't go as planned... A warm, funny picture book...

First there was just Big Dog. And then, one day, Little Dog arrived . . . A beautiful and hilarious story about the ups and downs of welcoming a new family member, from Australian Children’s Laureate, Sally Rippin, and Lucinda Gifford.

Learn to read with this hilarious story about noisy singing from the best-selling School of Monsters series! Can Bill and Ben learn to sing in harmony? Bill and Ben both love to sing, but each one sings a different thing! Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate...

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Beach holiday! Join Billie B Brown in five favourite school holiday stories! Billie's School Holiday Stack contains: The Midnight Feast The Perfect Present The Secret Message The Spotty Holiday The Baby Bird Written by the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series. Every...

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Ballet, balls and bathers! Join Billie B Brown in her three favourite sporty stories! Billie's Sporty Stories contains: The Soccer Star The Bad Butterfly The Deep End

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Ball! Join soccer star Billie B Brown in her favourite soccer stories, with a bonus Hey Jack! football story! This collectible hardback contains: The Soccer Star The Grumpy Neighbour The Winning Goal Written by the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series. Every...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Bug learns that everyone needs help at school! When Bug starts school he cannot read. But Teacher has the help he needs! It's Bug's first day at school, and he's worried that he's the only one who needs help learning. But is he? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest,...

Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers! Grab this book and take a peek at all the monsters you will meet! Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin! Start by reading only the last word on...

Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers! Grab this book and take a peek at all the monsters you will meet! Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin! Start by reading only the last word on...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Frank learns how to stand out! Some monsters are short, and others are tall, but Frank is quite clearly the tallest of all! Frank always feels like he's in the way. How will he ever be able to help out at school? Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn about PHONICS – just for fun! The School of Monsters: Learn and Play series bridges the gap between school and home to ignite the spark of learning. Kids getting ready for kinder and school will love practising real schoolwork with their friends at the School of Monsters – in a funny, silly...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Greg's monster surprise goes monstrously wrong! Greg loves the spooky season. BOO! But others don't. What can he do? Greg's built a haunted house, but it's a bit too scary for his friends. Can he work out a way for them all to have fun? Welcome to the School of Monsters:...

Jack and his friends love to make cubbies, build Lego castles and play soccer. Wherever there's fun to be had, Jack will be there! From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series. Every story follows Jack, a friendly, everyday kid who loves playing with his best friend, Billie. Created to help build emotional...

Three favourites from Hey Jack! Join in with this hilarious blockbuster series from the award-winning Sally Rippin, author of the Billie B Brown series! This enormously popular series chronicles the adventures of Jack, an average kid with lots of friends, who loves playing soccer and always tries to be brave. This is Jack. What happens when you put a bumpy...

Three favourites from Hey Jack! Join in with this hilarious blockbuster series from the award-winning Sally Rippin, author of the Billie B Brown series! This enormously popular series chronicles the adventures of Jack, an average kid with lots of friends, who loves playing soccer and always tries to be brave. This is Jack. What happens when you put carols, a...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Jamie Lee shares her birthday treats with the whole class! Jamie Lee sure likes to eat! Today she's got a special treat … Jamie Lee has packed a special surprise for her birthday to share with the other monsters. But what happens when her birthday feast gets out of control? Welcome...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Jem learns how to play the game, her way! This is Jem. She likes to play, and thinks up fun new ways each day! Jem is fast, and Jem is strong – but she's always found first in hide and seek! Can she think up a way to win the game?...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Jess learns how to keep cool at school! All that Jess touches gets gooey and sticky. How can she solve a problem so tricky? Jess can slip and slide all over the school – but when it's too hot, things get a little sticky. Will she find a way to keep...

The beloved characters from the best-selling School of Monsters series are back in this brand-new, super-size look-and-find exploration of what monsters do all day! Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin! Sam's mum is a baker, Pete's brother is a librarian, and Dom's nan is...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Luna learns how to use her voice! No-one likes to be left out This makes Luna scream and shout! Luna's a ghost, so her classmates can't see how she feels when they accidentally leave her out of their games. Will showing her true colours help her – or scare them away...

Dr Seuss meets Sesame Street in the funniest, silliest, and most accessible series for first readers! With bouncing rhymes and irresistible stories about friendship, the School of Monsters is guaranteed to spark a love of reading. Today it's sports day in the sun. But do you think that Pete can run? Ever since Pete tripped over his long legs and...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Pip learns how to listen to her gut! Pip loves to cook and loves to bake. But will the monsters like her cake? Cooking is Pip's favourite thing to do. But when she accidentally follows the wrong recipe, it's a disaster … or is it? Welcome to the School of Monsters:...

TWO mysterious mysteries in one big Billie B Brown book! Billie has started a secret mystery club with her friends. There are lots of mysteries to solve! In these exciting stories from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Billie, Jack, and the rest of the Secret Mystery Club search for suspects! In Playground Detectives, Billie and the Secret Mystery Club have a...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn to draw – just for fun! Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin! In School of Monsters: Learn to Draw, everyone's here! Follow along easy, step-by-step instructions to create exciting illustrations of all your favourite characters from the...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's play with COLOURS – just for fun! Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest, and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin! In the Mega Monster Colouring Book, everyone is here! Filled with exciting illustrations of all your favourite characters from the School of Monsters series,...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Heti's wish for snow has some surprising results! Heti wishes it would snow! Can her friends help make it so? Heti's friends are determined to make it snow, but it seems their magic spells only spell disaster! Can they figure out how to make winter magic for Heti? Welcome to the...

TWO mysterious mysteries in one big Billie B Brown book! Billie has started a secret mystery club with her friends. There are lots of mysteries to solve! In these exciting stories from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Billie, Jack, and the rest of the Secret Mystery Club investigate treasure and thieves! In Stolen Stash, someone has taken something from the principal's...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Skelly learns how to try new things ... safely! Skelly’s scared to ride too fast. But when he does, he has a blast! Skelly's used to riding his scooter at his own pace. When he tries a billy cart for the first time, he has so much fun that soon, he's...

Jack and his friends love to make cubbies, build Lego castles and play soccer. Wherever there's fun to be had, Jack will be there! From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series. Every story follows Jack, a friendly, everyday kid who loves playing with his best friend, Billie. Created to help build emotional...

Jack and his friends love birthday parties, camping holidays and building hide-outs. If there's an adventure to be had, Jack will be there! From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series. Every story follows Jack, a friendly, everyday kid who loves playing with his best friend, Billie. Created to help build emotional literacy,...

In this gorgeous story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Billie B Brown wants her very own baby bird! In The Baby Bird, Billie has found a baby bird. She really wants to look after it! But is Billie the right person for the job? Written by the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book...

In this charming story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Jack learns about butterflies! In The Backyard Mystery, Jack has found some insect eggs in his backyard. He can't wait for them to hatch. But what's inside? From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book series. Every story follows Jack, a friendly, everyday kid who...

She's a role model you can rely on. Billie B Brown is 100% herself, stands up for what she believes in, protects her friends and does it all in her own special way. Billie B Brown prepares girls for new social situations, and they will recognise their own lives reflected in Billie's 'real world' adventures. From their first sleep-over, to...

In this gorgeous story from the blockbuster chapter-book series, Billie B Brown tries ballet! In The Bad Butterfly, Billie has started ballet classes. She is sure she’ll be a great dancer! But is Billie really cut out to be a ballerina? Written by the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin, Billie B Brown is the perfect first chapter-book series. Every down-to-earth...

The Beautiful Haircut by Sally Rippin Billie is the best hairdresser in the world! She can make her doll's hair beautiful. Can she make her own hair beautiful, too?