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An independent Australian educational publisher, focused on producing contemporary resources for the home and classroom.

15/06/2026

Discover the missing ingredient in educator wellbeing with 'The Flourishing Factor: Unlocking the Power of Self-Compassion for Thriving Educators' by Chris Egan. Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions on earth, and one of the most demanding. So why do we so rarely extend to ourselves the care and kindness we pour into others every day? 📖

Drawing on 20+ years of robust research and 35 years in education, Chris makes a compelling case for self-compassion as the pathway from burnout and self-criticism towards genuine flourishing. 🎯

Perfect for educators ready to transform their inner lives. 🎓

Order your copy today! 🎉https://ambapress.com.au/products/the-flourishing-factor?srsltid=AfmBOorReATGZeAChmJ_LExFP9LwDBVcn3icW0pcTFtysbHmsXMrxfeu

12/06/2026

Introducing 'Behaviour Is Not the Whole Story' ✨

When challenging behaviour appears in a classroom, it draws immediate attention. But what's visible on the surface is rarely the whole story. 📘

'Behaviour Is Not the Whole Story' by Kelly Oldfield is a practical, grounded guide for educators, leaders and teams who want to move beyond reactive responses and build behaviour support that is informed, consistent and sustainable. Drawing on extensive field-based experience across early years, school and OSHC settings, Kelly offers a wider lens on behaviour – one that looks beyond the visible act to the regulation, communication, environment and systems that shape it. 🔍

Structured across four parts and packed with reflection prompts, practice scenarios and ready-to-use frameworks, this book helps educators and leaders ask better questions, build stronger systems and create settings where young people can genuinely thrive. 🎒

This is not a book of quick fixes. It's a thoughtful, realistic guide for people who understand that stronger outcomes for young people come from strengthening the adults, environments and systems around them. 🏫

📘 Publishing 3 September 2026 – pre-order now!

https://ambapress.com.au/collections/coming-soon/products/behaviour-is-not-the-whole-story

10/06/2026

Coming soon: 'The Virtuous Leader' ✨

What kind of leader are you when no one is watching? 🔍

'The Virtuous Leader' by Dr Timothy Wright and Clive Logan makes a compelling case that effective leadership is, first and foremost, a moral activity – and that competence, without character, is never enough. Drawing on decades of experience leading some of Australia's most respected independent schools, they argue that the leaders who earn lasting trust are those who don't merely hold good values but who live them, consistently and habitually, until virtue becomes reflex. 🏫

Grounded in the tradition of Aristotle and Aquinas and brought to life through honest reflection and real-world experience, this book explores the virtues that matter most for leaders navigating the complexity of schools and organisations today: practical wisdom, love, courage, truthfulness, justice, humility and hope. 🌿

This is not a book of quick fixes or leadership slogans. It is a thoughtful, searching guide for leaders willing to examine their own motivations, confront their blind spots and commit to the slow, worthwhile work of becoming the kind of leader others are proud to follow. 🧭

📘 Publishing 26 August 2026 – pre-order now!

https://ambapress.com.au/collections/coming-soon/products/the-virtuous-leader

05/06/2026

Two days. Seven authors. One unforgettable EduTECH. 🎉

The Book Signing Stand was buzzing from the moment the doors opened. Educators lining up, books flying off the table and conversations that reminded us exactly why we do what we do. A huge thank you to Emma Hardaker and Hugh Kingsley from The Brainary® for hosting Amba Press at the stand and making it such a joy.

We had an incredible lineup signing copies across the two days: Dr Selena Fisk, Dr Joanne Casey, Alice Vigors (Thinking Pathways), Matthew Esterman, Dr Nick Jackson, Melissa Kennedy and, fan favourite, Andrew Fuller, whose books sold out before he made it to his signing slot. That says it all, really.

To every educator who stopped by, every prospective author who introduced themselves and every partner who came to say hello, thank you. These events are where the Amba Press community comes to life.

See you there next year. 📚

31/05/2026

Meet Janine Stratford, the leadership coach behind 'Leading for Tomorrow, Today' 👋

After nearly 30 years in education, Janine founded Coaching Focus in 2015 to empower school leaders across Australia and New Zealand to enhance their strategic thinking, leadership capacity and career success. 🎓

Recognised as a 2024 Most Influential Educator by The Educator and holding the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential, her passion for helping leaders create lasting impact shines through this practical guide. 📖

Get your copy now! 🎉
https://ambapress.com.au/products/leading-for-tomorrow-today?_pos=1&_sid=08c2535b2&_ss=r

28/05/2026

Step back from the busyness and build the culture your team needs to succeed. Through the Leadership Blueprint Model – Brand, Recognise, Align, Nurture and Demonstrate – this essential guide shows you how to position yourself for the impact and recognition you deserve. 📖

Packed with real stories, actionable strategies and honest insights about what actually works, this book helps you work smarter, lead differently and create change that lasts. 💙

Essential reading for your roadmap from overwhelm to strategic leadership – and from hard work to lasting legacy. 🌟

Available now! 🎉

26/05/2026

Transform from surviving to thriving with 'Leading for Tomorrow, Today' by Janine Stratford. You've worked hard to get where you are, but what got you here won't get you there. 📖

Drawing on decades of experience as a teacher, school leader and leadership coach, Janine reveals the game-changer that separates leaders who survive from those who thrive: strategic thinking. This isn't corporate jargon – it's a practical blueprint for leading with purpose, direction and clarity. 🎯

Perfect for educational leaders stuck in the weeds, overwhelmed by daily tasks and firefighting while others seem to move ahead. 🎓

Order your copy today! 🎉

https://ambapress.com.au/products/leading-for-tomorrow-today?_pos=1&_sid=08c2535b2&_ss=r

25/05/2026

Meet Megan Corcoran, the trauma-informed wellbeing consultant behind 'Beyond Survival Mode' 👋

Founder and Director of Wagtail Institute with nearly two decades of experience and a Master of Applied Positive Psychology, Megan works alongside schools, community organisations and youth services to strengthen staff wellbeing, culture and practice. 🎓

Her passion for supporting professionals in environments shaped by trauma and chronic stress shines through this practical, compassionate guide. 📖

Get your copy now! 🎉
https://ambapress.com.au/products/beyond-survival-mode?srsltid=AfmBOorYOuq4jmtmRmF5zREaVZ_jgRnxHJ1maqXsejkqezt7g70W7tVr

22/05/2026

Last night we gathered to celebrate the life and work of Dr Wayne Craig and the launch of his book, 'The Curious Cat and the Quest for School Improvement: Reclaiming Wonder in Education'. 🐈

Wayne's four-decade contribution to Australian education – as a teacher, principal, regional director, and researcher – was shaped by his belief that meaningful change begins with purposeful questions and shared inquiry.

Wayne was delighted to see his book published just weeks before his passing. Last night, surrounded by colleagues, friends and family, we celebrated both the man and his work. 🐈

Thank you to the Craig family for bringing us together and to everyone who joined us to remember Wayne's contribution to education.

20/05/2026

Last night, Janine Stratford launched 'Leading for Tomorrow, Today' at Strathcona Girls Grammar and the room was full of exactly the kind of energy this book deserves.

School leaders, educators and passionate professionals came together to hear Janine speak to her Leadership Blueprint Model and the principles at the heart of the book – purpose, alignment and lasting impact. The conversation was rich, the questions were thoughtful, and the books were flying off the table.

Congratulations, Janine. This is a book the education community truly needs. 🎉

If you lead a school or work alongside those who do, this one is for you. 📘

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