Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing

Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing We make innovative, inclusive and entertaining books that kids and teens want to read.

THE LAST EMBER by Lily Berlin Dodd is the first installment in an action-packed fantasy adventure about a powerful creat...
05/11/2025

THE LAST EMBER by Lily Berlin Dodd is the first installment in an action-packed fantasy adventure about a powerful creature, those who seek to exploit it, and those who are willing to protect it at all costs 🔥⚔️

Before you close your eyes tonightand drift off into sleep,there are some things that you should know –some thoughts for...
31/10/2025

Before you close your eyes tonight
and drift off into sleep,
there are some things that you should know –
some thoughts for you to keep …

From bestselling author and award-winning illustrator comes your family's new bedtime ritual. Before You Close Your Eyes is a beautiful picture book that encourages children to reflect on their day, be proud of what they've achieved and let go of the things they can't control as they head off to sleep. 🛏️ 💤

Perfect for ages 2+!

Impossible Creatures meets The Mysterious Benedict Society in this epic, fast-paced upper-middle grade fantasy full of m...
28/10/2025

Impossible Creatures meets The Mysterious Benedict Society in this epic, fast-paced upper-middle grade fantasy full of majestic creatures, heroic hijinks, battle-forged friendships, and sharp humour.

Happy release week to our spectacular new titles!🐉 The adventure begins with The Last Ember (think Impossible Creatures ...
28/10/2025

Happy release week to our spectacular new titles!

🐉 The adventure begins with The Last Ember (think Impossible Creatures meets The Mysterious Benedict Society) in this epic, fast-paced upper-middle grade fantasy full of majestic creatures, heroic hijinks, battle-forged friendships, and sharp humour.

🗑️ The Real Pigeons are fighting crime and BINNING BADDIES in the hilarious thirteenth adventure of this blockbuster series from !

🛏️ Before You Close Your Eyes is a beautiful picture book that encourages children to reflect on their day, be proud of what they've achieved and let go of the things they can't control as they head off to sleep.

🏖️ Castle Crashing by , illustrated by is a gentle and thoughtful picture book about showing kindness to ourselves and each other when big feelings threaten to overwhelm us.

🐕 Dogs with Jobs by , illustrated by is the paw-fect non-fiction picture book to celebrate the vital roles dogs play within our society!

27/10/2025

You’re going to have so much fun reading this one! Turns out it really does turn you into a chicken 🪄🐔 Gather your little chicks and give it a go. It’s an egg-cellent read-aloud that’ll have everyone clucking with laughter.

Now You Are a Chicken by Andrew McDonald and Ben Wood is out now!

The perfect picture book for the kids who are having too much fun to use the toilet!Manu has an action-packed day ahead,...
17/10/2025

The perfect picture book for the kids who are having too much fun to use the toilet!

Manu has an action-packed day ahead, and Dad reminds him that even busy crocodiles need to use the toilet at day care. But Manu doesn't want to miss out on any fun – not when there's painting to do, friends to chase and games to play!

Crocodiles Do Not Like the Toilet is out NOW by the incredible duo and 🐊

It’s been so special seeing the love pour in for Jane Doe and the God of All Hours. Swipe to see what some amazing autho...
09/10/2025

It’s been so special seeing the love pour in for Jane Doe and the God of All Hours. Swipe to see what some amazing authors are saying. .lachlan

Happy release week to our spectacular new titles!🐭 In her latest adventure in Paris, Claris must find a missing Fabergé ...
01/10/2025

Happy release week to our spectacular new titles!

🐭 In her latest adventure in Paris, Claris must find a missing Fabergé egg with her best friend, Monsieur!

🐊 Crocodiles Do Not Like the Toilet is a spirited and funny picture book to encourage even the most energetic kids to take a toilet break.

🎩 Now You Are a Chicken is a hilarious interactive picture book starring an excitable wizard and his reluctant assistant, from the creators of the Real Pigeons series!

🦕 The dinosaur-obsessed kiddo in your life is sure to love Weirdosaurus, a playful peek at some of prehistory's most peculiar and fabulous dinosaurs.

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Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing is excited to announce Melbourne-based artist Wenwen Chen as the winner of the 2025 L...
30/09/2025

Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing is excited to announce Melbourne-based artist Wenwen Chen as the winner of the 2025 Little Hare Illustration Prize! Chen’s clever interpretation of the text provided, alongside her gorgeous character work, thrilled the judging panel: ‘There was so much talent in this year’s shortlist, but Wenwen’s expressive character work, stunning colour palette, and the thoughtful details she added into her world building won us all over.’

This year’s Little Hare Illustration Prize text was Dinosaur Stomp, by Sandhya Parappukkaran, author of the 2024 NSW Premier’s Literary Award–winning Stay for Dinner. Of Chen’s win, Parappukkaran said: ‘Wenwen's submission gushes with bright colours, movement and loads of dinosaur love. I am so thrilled to welcome Wenwen onboard to make Dinosaur Stomp together and bring this story to life.’

As winner, Chen receives a publishing contract with comprehensive art direction and editorial support, to take the picture book through to publication. On this achievement, Chen said: ‘I feel so honoured to be the winner of the Little Hare Illustration Prize. Huge thanks to Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing for supporting emerging illustrators and to Sandhya for creating such a beautiful story. I’m so excited to get started and bring Dhanya’s world to life!’

Thank you to all the creators who took the time to submit their work. The Little Hare Illustration Prize will return in 2027, so keep an eye out!

Happy release week to our fabulous new September titles! 🕰️ Jane Doe and the God of All Hours is finally here! Enjoy the...
19/09/2025

Happy release week to our fabulous new September titles!

🕰️ Jane Doe and the God of All Hours is finally here! Enjoy the explosive finale of the best-selling Jane Doe Chronicles and follow Jane and her friends on one last adventure.

🎄 Christmas has come early with Claris and the Christmas Surprise, where Claris is baking up a storm to celebrate with new and old friends.

🐨 Slow down and take a moment to colour in with adorable illustrations from Australian artist Mimi Purnell, featuring hand-drawn images of Australian animals baking iconic and nostalgic Australian treats.

We are so excited to announce our shortlist for the Little Hare Illustration Prize! We’ve seen so many exciting submissi...
16/09/2025

We are so excited to announce our shortlist for the Little Hare Illustration Prize!

We’ve seen so many exciting submissions, so it was very hard to whittle it down to a shortlist. After careful consideration, the judges selected five illustrators whose submissions not only excited them but also worked well alongside the competition text, Dinosaur Stomp by

Our shortlisted illustrators are:
⭐ Antonia Ridge
⭐ Clare Yang
⭐ Leah Chen
⭐ Sally Small
⭐ WenWen Chen

Congratulations to the shortlisted creators, and our thanks to everyone who took the time to submit artwork for consideration. The winner of the prize will be announced shortly, so keep an eye out!

We had SO many amazing entries from young poets all across Australia: heartfelt, hilarious and powerful haiku that stopp...
15/09/2025

We had SO many amazing entries from young poets all across Australia: heartfelt, hilarious and powerful haiku that stopped us in our tracks.

Poet Maxine Beneba Clarke read every single one (yes, all of them!) and has chosen a winner and two runners-up in each age category.

🏆 A huge congratulations to these talented young writers – you should all be incredibly proud!

Make sure to check out Maxine’s latest poetry collection, Stuff I’m (Not) Sorry For.

Thank you to every teacher, librarian, parent and student who got involved. We LOVED seeing your beautiful creativity!

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