- The 78-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton
- Welcome to Country by Joy Murphy and Lisa Kennedy
- The Treehouse Fun Book by Andy Griffiths, Jill Griffiths and Terry Denton
- All My Treasures: A Book of Joy by Jo Witek and Christine Roussey
- In My Heart: A Book of Feelings by Jo Witek and Christine Roussey
- Pokemon Deluxe Essential Handbook
- Run, Pip, Run by J.C. Jones
- The Bone Sparrow by Zana Fraillon
- Don’t Call Me Bear by Aaron Blabey
- Charlie and the War Against the Grannies by Alan Brough
After a blockbuster event at Melbourne Town Hall last week, it’s no surprise to see The 78-Storey Treehouse at the top of our bestsellers list for children’s and young adult books. We had so much fun with co-creators Andy Griffiths, Terry Denton and Jill Griffiths on the night, and you can find some photos of excited fans here.
Other bestselling children’s books include two terrific picture books – the latest hilarious offering from Readings favourite Aaron Blabey, and a ‘resoundingly beautiful book’ from Wurundjeri Elder Aunty Joy Murphy and indigenous artist Lisa Kennedy – as well as the wonderful 2016 winner of the Readings Children’s Book Prize.
For young adult readers, Australian author Zana Fraillon’s The Bone Sparrow is a coming-of-age story about Subhi, a boy born in a refugee camp, who has never known life outside an immigration detention centre. The book has recently been longlisted for the Guardian children’s fiction prize.