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The wait is over! ๐ Watch the official CBCA Book of the Year Awards announcement and celebrate the outstanding books, authors and illustrators shaping the future of Australian children's literature.
#CBCA2026
20 Aug 2026
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The 2027 Children's Book Week library bag features Danny Snell's adorable theme Catch the Reading Bug.
The perfect bag for book lovers who want to borrow multiple books from your library.
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๐ฃ PVC coating
๐ฃ Nylon inner
๐ฃ Velcro fastening
๐ฃ Name pocket
๐ฃ Handle
๐ Buy at the CBCA store.
10 Nov 2026
Claire Saxby is the recipient of CBCA Victoria Branch's 2026 Albert Ullin Award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Australian childrenโs literature.
An acclaimed author of picture books, nonfiction and poetry, Saxby is celebrated for her ability to bring the natural world to life through lyrical storytelling, thoughtful research and a deep understanding of the ways children connect with stories.
Established through a bequest from the late Albert Ullin, co-founder of Melbourneโs iconic The Little Bookroom, the $10,000 biennial award honours Ullinโs legacy of encouraging and supporting Australian authors and illustrators across all genres of childrenโs literature.
Photo: LJM Photography
09 Nov 2026
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Featuring the whimsical imagination of Danny Snell, this year's Children's Book Week theme is ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ก ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ . The CBCA Digital Yearly Planner is the number one annual journal for Australian childrenโs literature in 2027. Plan your year and support this important industry in the process!
Week-to-view planner split into 10-week terms suitable for states and territories.
Suggested reading lists for older readers, middle readers, younger readers and early childhood that match the annual theme.
๐ข Great non-fiction book lists to have in your classroom or library.
๐ข Books for teachers and parents to help encourage children to read.
๐ข Lists of all the previous CBCA Book of the Year Awards winners.
๐ข Recording sheets to help you stay organised.
๐ข Tick-off lists and more.
By from the CBCA store.
07 Nov 2026
This week at Reading Time ... ๐
Visit Reading Time for reviews, news and more. Link in bio.
06 Nov 2026
๐ข ๐ช๐ฒ ๐ต๐ฎ๐๐ฒ ๐บ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฑ๐๐ฐ๐๐ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ผ๐ผ๐ป.
๐๐๐ญ๐๐ก ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ with our new Childrenโs Book Week merchandise by @spencil_stockist with illustrations by @dannydsnell .
From banners to pencils, thereโs plenty of products for the most discerning buyer.
๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐:
๐ขStamp set
๐ขClass pack (30) pencils
๐ขNew tin stationery set
๐ https://store.cbca.org.au
03 Nov 2026
Get ready to ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ก ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ with our new Childrenโs Book Week merchandise by @spencil_official with illustrations by @dannydsnell .
From banners to pencils, thereโs plenty of products for the most discerning buyer.
๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐:
โข Pull-up banner
โข Yearly planner
โข Library bag
โข Tote bag
โข Bag tag
โข Lanyard
โข Pen
โข Notebook
โก๏ธ https://store.cbca.org.au
02 Nov 2026
Have you applied to be a CBCA judge yet?
Each year the CBCA receives hundreds of entries for the Book of the Year Awards. Our judges bring their in-depth knowledge and expertise to select the very best of Australian childrenโs literature.
We're looking for judges to start in February 2027 for a two-year tenure, judging for the 2028 and 2029 Awards.
Successful applicants will receive a $1,000 honorarium upon completion of each judging year, in recognition of their valuable contribution to the Awards program.
Applications close in just two days, Friday 30 October 2026. Visit our website to learn more and apply. Link in bio.
๐ธ The 2026 judges at the State Library of Victoria earlier this year.
27 Oct 2026
The CBCA attended the Government House Open Day in Canberra on Saturday 10 October.
We are delighted to have Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of Australia, as the patron of the CBCA.
The CBCA ACT Branch, including Julie Long, Justine Power and Heather Wilkinson, hosted a lively stall. They had 80 years of CBCA Book of the Year Awards on display! ๐
15 Oct 2026
๐ฌ One of the best novels I've read.
๐ฌ This book made me cry.
๐ฌ It really represented us as teenagers.
The Shadow Judging Podcast showcases young readers engaging deeply with books and sharing their insights directly with the authors who wrote them.
Each episode is even hosted by a young reader โ meet Poppy and Mia, who led the conversations brilliantly.
Listen as students from around Australia discuss the 2026 CBCA Book of the Year shortlisted titles, ask thoughtful questions and discover the stories behind the stories.
Listen now, wherever you get your podcasts or direct on our website: https://shadowjudging.cbca.org.au/
This podcast was made possible by the Copyright Agency Cultural Fund.
13 Oct 2026
Entries for the 2027 CBCA Book of the Year Awards close Sunday 1 November.
This year we're judging a new Middle Readers Book of the Year category. This celebrates the strength of publishing for young readers and offers creators more opportunity to be recognised for their work.
Visit our website for Awards criteria and FAQs. Enter now ๐ link in bio
07 Oct 2026
Deborah Abela, one of Australiaโs most passionate and dedicated advocates of childrenโs literature, is the recipient of The Childrenโs Book Council of Australia (CBCA) NSW Branch's prestigious 2026 Lady Cutler Award.
This biennial award recognises distinguished service rendered well beyond the professional sphere to elevate and enrich the landscape of childrenโs literature in Australia. It celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions by raising the standards of childrenโs literature, promoting its value within the wider community, supporting writers and illustrators, and serving as trusted champions of literacy and storytelling.
Deborah Abela embodies this spirit with a career that spans over two decades of tireless commitment, advocacy, and leadership.
05 Oct 2026
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