Top Five Kids Books This October

Top Five Kids Books This October

There’s nothing like discovering a brand-new book and loving it as a kid, and we’ve rounded up the best of the fresh releases this month for your kids to enjoy.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid 19: Hot Mess – Jeff Kinney

International bestselling author Jeff Kinney serves up many laughs in Hot Mess, the 19th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.

The Gavin Bishop Treasury – Gavin Bishop

A very special treasury of 10 timeless stories, beautifully written and illustrated by Gavin Bishop – the perfect gift for the young reader in your life!

Dear Moko – Dr Hinemoa Elder

Bestselling author of Aroha and respected child psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder has written a special collection of Māori proverbs. A treasure-book for parents and educators, revealing new secrets every time you read it.

The Fantabulous Animal Orchestra – Donovan Bixley

Be swept away by the glorious chorus of the Fantabulous Animal Orchestra in this sumptuously illustrated book by bestselling and award-winning NZ author Donovan Bixley.

The Song of the Swan – Karah Sutton

Now available in paperback, a magical retelling of Swan Lake featuring a clever orphan, a castle filled with enchanted swans, and a quest to unearth past secrets. Author Karah Sutton lives in Wellington.

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