Shop Your Next Read books
The Your Next Read series of junior fiction books is releasing 10 new titles in 2026 and 34 titles by the end of 2027.
The Silver Series is for readers aged 5-8 and the Gold Series is for readers aged 7-9.
Shop the available books below and watch for new titles as they are released!
‘The authors and illustrators for this series are all absolutely top-notch Australian creators. You are in hands of experts with this series. Promoting reading for pleasure is what drives this series – which is brilliant.’ – Paul MacDonald, Paul’s Book Trail
GOLD Series (for 7-9 year olds)
COMING SOON!
Escape From Planet Milkshake
By Kate and Jol Temple and Briony Stewart
Do you like SCIENCE FICTION, ACTION and FUNNY STORIES?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
Freddy is having a normal day until a spaceship crashes in his backyard. Now he is dealing with a cranky robot, an unexpected trip to space and evil slime wizards! And that’s all before he even arrives at Planet Milkshake …
Gabi Makes Room
By Jane Godwin and Sara Acton
Do you like FAMILY, ART and HEARTWARMING STORIES?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
Gabi has to give up her room when Mum’s friend Sylvia comes to stay. Sylvia is loud, bossy and nothing like Mum. Gabi doesn’t like her at all. But could they have more in common than Gabi thinks?
Harry's Secret
By Anita Heiss and Jade Goodwin
Do you like ART, FRIENDS and HEARTWARMING STORIES?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
Harry has a secret: he loves to draw. Problem is, he’s pretty sure everyone thinks art is Not Cool. So when Harry enters a local portrait competition, he must choose between staying hidden or being brave.
The Guinea Fowl Mystery
By Amelia Mellor and Jess Racklyeft
Do you like MYSTERY, FAMILY and ANIMALS?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
Hazel and Ava love all the animals on their family’s farm … until the guinea fowl arrive. They’re noisy, messy and always causing trouble. Then one day, they disappear! Can Hazel and Ava solve the guinea fowl mystery?
SILVER Series (for 5-8 year olds)
OUT NOW!
A Horse In A Tree
By Peter Cheong
Do you like SURPRISING STORIES, ADVENTURE and ANIMALS?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
Sam did the biggest kick anyone has ever seen, and now his football is gone. It’s probably in the big gumtree in the park. But his football isn’t the only thing stuck in the tree …
Dragon Beach
By Kylie Howarth and Gus Gordon
Do you like ANIMALS, FAMILY and MAGIC?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
When Jack’s dog Franky eats something strange at the beach, he turns into a giant dragon! But Ranger Roz doesn’t think a dragon can be a pet and wants to take Franky away. Can Jack save his best friend before it’s too late?
The Missing Pencil Case
By Jasmin McCaughey and Jade Goodwin
Do you like MYSTERY, FAMILY and FUNNY STORIES?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ!
Lea has lost her pencil case. It’s full of money she has collected for charity! Lea must search all over her apartment block for the missing pencil case. Where could it be?
REVIEW: ‘The Missing Pencil Case features a diverse cast – Lea’s family and friends – who help her search and share their own past (and present!) struggles with misplacing important things. Whether read together or solo, chapter by chapter or all in one go, this fantastic new series is all about building great habits and a love of reading, while enjoying a sweet story from prolific duo Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin.’ – Tamuz Ellazam, Readings Books
The Lonely Lunch Club
By Maddy Mara and Laura Stitzel
Do you like FRIENDS, SCHOOL and FUNNY STORIES?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
One lunchtime, Benji goes to the worst bench in the whole school instead of playing footy. There he meets a girl named Alice and a spider named Mabel. And Mabel needs their help! But can Benji and Alice do it alone?
REVIEW: ‘The series, developed by the creators of Your Kid’s Next Read, features short, approachable stories to build reading confidence. Judging by The Lonely Lunch Club, it’s off to a strong start and will be a welcome addition for parents, teachers and librarians who want to support children on their reading journeys.’ – Sarah Roberts, Books and Publishing
Bea, Bart And The Birds
By Katrina Nannestad and Cheryl Orsini
Do you like ANIMALS, FAMILY and SURPRISING STORIES?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ!
It all starts with Boo, the owl. Bea and Bart take her home and love her. Soon, they have a feathered family! But Bea and Bart are not the only ones interested in these unusual birds …
REVIEW: ‘Having a short, action‑packed story and illustrations throughout, Bea, Bart and the Birds is an engaging and manageable read for newly independent readers—especially those who enjoy humour, a touch of suspense, and stories full of personality.’ – Barbara Swartz, CBCA Reading Time
Will Fin Win?
By Jane Goodman and Tom Jellett
Do you like ANIMALS, SPORT and FRIENDS?
Then this book is YOUR NEXT READ.
Fin never wins anything. On school sports day, a naughty puppy stops Fin from coming first in his race. Will Fin ever win? Or will he learn that there are more important things than medals?
REVIEW: ‘Jane’s language is carefully centred with a delightful child-speak tone combined with plenty of emotive and sensory visuals for young readers to feel a part of … In Tom’s characteristically animated style, the illustrations joyfully and dramatically hop, skip and jump off the pages, while expressing the passion, and compassion, of the text. Will Fin Win? is the kind of book that will have newly independent readers racing back and forth to be a part of Fin’s win over and over again.’ – Romi Sharp, Just Write For Kids