Julia Moscardo – illustratör

Trapped within the oppresive warrens of the city’s chimneys, young sweeper Tom longs for fresh air and freedom in this atmospheric and ghostly Victorian tale from Lucy Strange. Young chimney sweep Tom has started seeing strange, supernatural things – fairies in the flowers by the river, a soot monster crouching in the darkness of a chimney, and then the mysterious river spirit Elle. Elle joins Tom and the other children apprenticed to cruel master sweep Mister Crow. Together, they shimmy up the town's narrow, filthy chimneys. But Tom has an ominous feeling in his bones, and when he faces his most dangerous job of all, the reason for Elle's magical appearance becomes clear . . .

When Polly finds a mysterious baby bird on her doorstep, she sets out on an epic adventure to find out what it is – and return it home. Polly is heading outside when she finds a mysterious fluffball on her doorstep – making a loud ‘puffle hoot peep’! Where could it have come from? Polly grabs her umbrella and heads out on an epic adventure, determined to find out – and to return it home. It doesn’t belong on the farm … or in the toy shop … could a trip to the beach to visit a colony of puffins solve the mystery?An adorable, heartfelt and humorous story written by award-winning children’s author Chae Strathie – with rich and scenic artwork by rising star illustrator Júlia Moscardó.

Share God's love and the beauty and power of Bible verses with little ones.God is Everywhere is a heartwarming picture book that introduces young children to the reassuring messages found in Bible verses. Each of the three Bible verses are woven into a lyrical narrative with key repetitive phrases and applied to young children's daily lives.The Bible verses are based on:You are a Child of GodMemory verse: "See how very much our Father loves us, for he calls us his children, and that is what we are!" (1 John 3 verse 1)Never Fear, God is Near!Memory verse: Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the LORD your God is with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1 verse 9)Love God, Love All.Memory verse: Jesus replied, "You must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind... Love your neighbour as yourself." (Matthew 22 verses 37, 39)At the end of the three narratives are some reassuring discussion points and activities to help children remember each memory verse.Beautiful story-telling illustrations showing activities of young children's everyday lives at home, at school, and out and about.

"A house is not a home for wild things;wild things need to run, and soar, and swim."In the quiet dawn of the spring forest a boy finds an orphan fawn, hungry and alone. He carefully carries her home, caring for her while she grows strong. The boy and the fawn become inseparable. Together they spend long summer days running through the glen, leaping over the heather, and lying in the dappled sunlight.But the young deer is a wild thing and too soon she is ready to discover a home of her own. The boy misses his friend and worries for her when a big storm threatens. Can the boy and the fawn find each other again? Are some bonds stronger than goodbye? Lyrical and atmospheric, this beautiful picture book by award-winning author Louise Greig and emerging illustrator Júlia Moscardó is an uplifting story of belonging, the enduring connection between humans and nature, and a tender lesson in learning when to let go of those you love.

Trapped within the oppresive warrens of the city’s chimneys, young sweeper Tom longs for fresh air and freedom in this atmospheric and ghostly Victorian tale from Lucy Strange. Young chimney sweep Tom has started seeing strange, supernatural things – fairies in the flowers by the river, a soot monster crouching in the darkness of a chimney, and then the mysterious river spirit Elle. Elle joins Tom and the other children apprenticed to cruel master sweep Mister Crow. Together, they shimmy up the town's narrow, filthy chimneys. But Tom has an ominous feeling in his bones, and when he faces his most dangerous job of all, the reason for Elle's magical appearance becomes clear … Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

"Can we have the story of Moon's lullaby?" asks one little gosling."Yes," says Mama. "But you will have to be very quiet and listen . . ."Day is drawing to a close at the pond, but five little goslings aren't ready to sleep just yet. They want to hear their favourite bedtime story about the animals that Moon watches over on her nightly crossing of the sky. Soon the goslings are wrapped up in their mama's words, scurrying like rabbits, buzzing like bees and croaking like frogs. But as darkness blankets their home, they find themselves feeling sleepier and sleepier . . .This beautiful, atmospheric picture book from Carnegie-nominated Júlia Moscardó follows all our favourite woodland animals in a panoramic nighttime adventure. With evocative illustrations and beautiful text, this book will immerse your little reader in the world of the great outdoors. Perfect for fans of We're Going on a Bear Hunt, Owl Babies and The Shirley Hughes Collection.

"A house is not a home for wild things;wild things need to run, and soar, and swim."In the quiet dawn of the spring forest a boy finds an orphan fawn, hungry and alone. He carefully carries her home, caring for her while she grows strong. The boy and the fawn become inseparable. But the young deer is a wild thing and soon she is ready to discover a home of her own. When a big storm threatens, the boy worries for the young deer. Can the friends find each other again? Are some bonds stronger than goodbye? Lyrical and atmospheric, this beautiful picture book by award-winning author Louise Greig and illustrator Júlia Moscardó is an uplifting story of belonging, the enduring connection between humans and nature, and a tender lesson in learning when to let go.