Possum Magic (40th anniversary edition)

In the heart of the Australian bush, Grandma Poss does magic spells. One day, she turns her granddaughter, Hush, invisible. Hush has a lot of fun playing while none of the other animals can see her. That is, until she decides that she does not want to be invisible anymore. But Grandma Poss does not know how to turn her visible again. The two possums set out on a journey across the country to find the solution. They travel through all the major cities, eating different types of food, until Hush is completely visible once more.

It is easy to see why Mem Fox’s classic tale is still a favourite, of children and adults alike, 40 years after first being published. Cleverly using rhyme and rhythm, this warm-hearted adventure demonstrates not only the unconditional love between Grandma Poss and Hush, but also the importance of determination and not giving up.

Julie Vivas’s watercolour illustrations give a beautiful softness to the bush animals, familiar foods, and references to our major cities, clearly placing this story in Australia. This well-loved and comforting book should be read by everyone, and especially to children aged 3+.