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Fiona Crawford
From the journey to just play to the fight for the world cup
Walter Curry, Anusha Ghosh, Beverly Aiken Muhammad
The Life of a Trailblazer
Matilda Arabella Evans was born four years after the abolition of slavery and raised on a family farm in eastern Aiken County. She was the…
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Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl's canon of family stories and poetry with collectable new covers featuring Quentin Blake's iconic illustrations and archive material provided by the Roald Dahl Museum.
'There is some kind…
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Emily Joof
A young Black child gradually overcomes their fear of the water. A gentle yet powerful story about taking time and listening to yourself, with warm and vibrant illustrations. From the…
Matilda Rose
Princess Ava and Pugicorn to the rescue! A new series for young readers featuring the stars from the Pugicorn picture books.
A sparkling adventure about a little princess and her magical baby pet dinosaur. From the creators of Pugicorn, comes this fun-filled story all about the power of waiting.
In the board book When You Adopt a Pugicorn, author Matilda Rose and illustrator Tim Budgen answer the question what happens when a princess wishes for a unicorn…
Anna Matilda Gibbons
The accessible guide to permaculture and living sustainably no matter your living space.
Caz Goodwin
The Read + Play series of books help children nurture a lifelong love for reading and learning through the power of play. With each story, children are guided through various…
Relive the Matildas' dramatic Women's World Cup campaign, and their wider impact
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Two centuries after Napoleon Bonaparte's death, this edited volume brings together a diverse group of historians, art historians, and museum professionals to critically examine the enduring power of visual and…
Scott Gooding, Matilda Brown
Thoughtful, uncomplicated, satisfying family food shared by and for people seeking nourishing meals that makes them feel good.
Matilda Woods, Anuska Allepuz (illus.)
An enchanting, charming story of bravery on the ice-tipped ocean, with stunning art by Anuska Allepuz on every page.
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Deep in the Swedish woods, messages and marks from long ago
Swedish artist Elina Birkehag (born 1989) searched for trees with messages inscribed on their trunks by female shepherds from…
Matilda uses her newfound powers to expel the evil, child-hating headmistress Miss Trunchbull from school and restore her nice teacher, Miss Honey, to financial security.
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The much-loved Roald Dahl story, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look.
These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting…
Mary Shelley
Gives readers a taste of the Classics’ huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts…
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A very special edition of the original Matilda story
These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting message - you are not alone.
Matilda is a brilliant child with a…
Matildas
The team that makes us proud.
We stand behind you and stomp and cheer. We're an army of green and gold. We forget about everything else, As we see history…
Ever wondered what it takes to be one of Australia’s top female footballers? What Makes a Matilda has you covered!
Jackie French
Set against a backdrop of bushfire, flood, war and jubilation, this is the story of one girl’s journey towards independence. It is also the story of others who had no…
Christianna Brand
This is a re-issue, with the original Ardizzone illustrations, of the story of how the numerous, incredibly naughty Brown children are tamed by Nurse Matilda.
A charming story about a lonely but resilient kitten who, despite all odds, continues to believe in herself and never gives up on making a friend.
Shelley Ware
From Shelley Ware and Serena Geddes comes an energetic picture book celebrating football and the team spirit of the CommBank Matildas, which will have you cheering from the sidelines.
Mary Seaton
I have written this book Me and Matilda and set it against a backdrop of the rivers which I have lived on and traversed. The Diamantina and the Murray being…
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Greg Downes
The First Matildas is the story of the women who played for Australia in the Asian Cup Ladies Football Tournament held in Hong Kong in 1975. Australia took part along…
Andrew B Condon
In grade four, Matilda and Walter are considered the "weird" kids, but their unique traits lead them on a remarkable adventure. During a school trip to the zoo, they wander…
Willow Rose
The murder of a young boy. A small town living in fear...
A tear rolls down reporter Emma Frost's wind-bitten cheek when she finds the body of a teenage boy…
Katy Lironi
Katy Lironi's story is first and foremost, a musical, family memoir. Both parents come with their own lives immersed in the Scottish music scene of the 1980s - Katy enmeshed…
Matilda Leyser
Persephone spends six months of the year under the ground with her husband, king of the dead, and six months on earth with her mother, goddess of the harvest. It…
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Matilda Fletcher
Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.
Matilda Heindow
‘Matilda finds the perfect way to describe those human moments nobody talks about’ - Dr Julie Smith, bestselling author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?
We all have…
Matilda Hart
Elizabeth Thompson's life as a high-powered Boston lawyer is picture-perfect, but her creative soul is crying out for a blank canvas. Enter Michael and Gabriel, two mismatched guardian angels determined…
Matilda Gale
In A Halloween Carnival of Creepy Creatures, four friends-Lyra, Callum, Aria, and Orin-are drawn into a mysterious carnival where each attraction hides a dark and twisted challenge. From ghostly carousels…
In "Goblins' Grand Feast at the Halloween Ball," Gribble, Zara, Fizzle, Boogles, and Rumble embark on a magical adventure when a Halloween Ball spirals into chaos. The goblins discover ancient…
In "The Ghostly Ghostbusters and the Candy Quest," Quibble, Zilla, Mordo, and Spectra-an unlikely team of kids and one spirited ghost dog-embark on an epic adventure to save their town…
Monsters, Witches, and a Magical Halloween Feast follows the thrilling adventure of Grimble, Sable, and Lumo, three young magical beings who embark on an unexpected journey through enchanted forests, mystical…
Candy Corn Wishes and Halloween Dreams Come True follows siblings Zephyr and Mireya on an enchanting Halloween adventure like no other. Guided by their magical friend Flicker, they journey through…
The Kingdom of the Glowing Moon follows the journey of Aeliana, a brave young girl who stumbles upon a mystical portal to the land of Lumora. Chosen by the moon…
"The Polite Witch Who Taught Manners with Magic" is a delightful journey through the enchanting world of Whimsy Wood, where a wise and gentle witch named Belladonna uses her unique…
Max Matilda
The Rise and Fall of Rob Ford offers a captivating and unbiased exploration of the controversial figure's political journey, personal challenges, and enduring impact on Toronto's political landscape.
Dive into the rich tapestry of Toronto's intellectual evolution with "The Toronto Public Library System" by Max Matilda. This captivating exploration takes you on a journey through the city's history…
