Miss Minzy Cards

$5.50 AUD

Category: Gifts

The Ladybird Book of the Do-Gooder by Jason Hazeley

$19.99 AUD

Category: Gifts | Series: Ladybirds for Grown-Ups

WRITTEN SPECIALLY FOR COMIC RELIEF 2017, A HILARIOUS, BRAND NEW ADDITION TO THE PHENOMENAL LADYBIRD BOOKS FOR GROWN-UPS SERIES. EVEN BETTER, GBP2 FROM THE SALE OF EVERY COPY GOES TO COMIC RELIEF. WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? The Ladybird Book of The Do-Gooder - a nugget of wisdom on charity from bestsellin g authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. ...Show more

RHS Exotic Notecards by Royal Horticultural Society Staff

$24.99 AUD

Category: Gifts

This beautiful notecard set features exotic birds and flowers from the RHS Lindley Library. Featuring five each of two designs and ten envelopes this set comes in a wallet printed on real silk.

Signed by hand by National Library of Australia

$19.99 AUD

Category: Gifts

Signed by Hand is a little gem of a book that displays images of a wide variety of autographed items from the National Library of Australia collections. This beautiful book represents and celebrates famous and influential people in Australia's history through sixty-six personal, hand written inscription s, presented like the nostalgic `autograph books' of old.See here a cheque for GBP100 signed by Charles Dickens to his two sons, who migrated to Australia (Alfred in 1856 and Edward in 1869) where they opened their own stock and station agency. And a Royal pardon signed by King George III on 18 December 1800, in which William Meldrum's death sentence for committing piracy is commuted to transportation for life to New South Wales.Also featured are autographs by singers, dancers, artists, authors and poets, scientists, explorers, governors and politicians, aviators, activists, sportsmen and women, Royal family members, and innovators. This unique collection of items includes letters, poems, book inscriptions, photographs, artworks, and even a Royal pardon. Both well-known Australians and non-Australians are represented in this gilt-edged gift book. ...Show more

I Like Cats: Handmade Cards by Tara Books

$29.99 AUD

Category: Gifts

A multisensory delight, as pleasing to the hand as it is to the eye this lovely artifact will be received eagerly by both cat lovers and connoisseurs of bookmaking. Kirkus Reviews Silkscreen-printed by hand on handmade paper and attractively packaged, these notecards (featuring artwork from our handmade book I Like Cats) are perfect for thoughtful gifting. Created by the artisans at celebrated Indian visual art publisher Tara Books. The book features a gallery of irresistible feline characters from some of the best-known tribal and folk artists of India. Each boxed set features ten cards two each of five designs and ten envelopes. Each card measures 5 3/4 in x 5 3/4 in, and includes an insert with further information on the artist and artisans involved. Proceeds from the sale of each notecard pack support tribal and folk artists in India, as well as the skilled artisans involved in the printing process. Buy two sets: one for note-writing and one to frame and display!" ...Show more

The Dad (Ladybird How It Works) by Jason Hazeley; Joel Morris

$19.99 AUD

Category: Gifts | Series: Ladybirds for Grown-Ups

The PERFECT GIFT for that superhero, saint, figure of worship or, if none of those apply, your plain dear old dad. 'Shawn has set up his own firework display in the garden. "Those big displays are rubbish," he tells his son. "You can't see a thing." When Shawn's son has seen the firework, they will go b ack indoors. Fireworks are more expensive than Shawn expected.' _____________ '"What does a hippopotamus eat, dad?' asks Philip 'Children who ask for stuff in the gift shop, ' says his dad. Being a dad is brilliant.'" This delightful book is the latest in the series of Ladybird books which have been specially planned to help grown-ups with the world about them. The large clear script, the careful choice of words, the frequent repetition and the thoughtful matching of text with pictures all enable grown-ups to think they have taught themselves to cope. Featuring original Ladybird artwork alongside brilliantly funny, brand new text. 'Hilarious' Stylist ...Show more

Where the Wild Mums Are by Katie Blackburn; Sholto Walker

$19.99 AUD

Category: Gifts

The day Mum didn't get dressed and went on strike, Dad called her 'a Wild Thing' and Mum said 'Cook your own dinner' and stomped off upstairs to have a bath . . . In this hilarious, touching homage to Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are, a worn-out mum finds herself floating across time and spac e to the place where the Wild Mums are. Dazzled by her party tricks, they crown her Queen of the Wild Mums and try to entice her to join their conga . . . But Mum has just remembered who she loves best of all . . . Lovingly illustrated by the award-winning Sholto Walker, this little book is the perfect gift for baby showers, new mums - or any mum who's ever wanted to go on strike. ...Show more

Dad Jokes - Good, Bad, the Terrible by Jimmy Niro

$14.99 AUD

Category: Gifts

The perfect gift for dads and pun-lovers alike "Dad, can you put my shoes on?" "No, I don't think they'll fit me." Ah, the dad joke--humor that reminds us of all the lovable, embarrassing dads out there. Be prepared for the obvious, silly, and awkward in this massive collection of the best groan-wort hy dad jokes around, including clever quips, overly literal dialogue, and punny one-liners. These jokes may be on porpoise, but they whale definitely make you laugh: I used to hate facial hair, but then it started growing on me. I'm reading a book about anti-gravity. It's impossible to put down Q: What's the hardest thing about learning to ride a bicycle? A: The road. With over 600 knee-slappers, head-shakers, and groan-makers, Dad Jokes is packed with enough witty quips and cheesy-but-grate jokes for you to hold your own against even the most embarrassing of dads. But remember--you don't have to be a dad to tell dad jokes ...Show more

Practical Magic : Includes Rose Quartz and Tiger's Eye Crystals, 3 Sheets of Metallic Tattoos, and More! by Running Press; Nikki Van De Car

$14.99 AUD

Category: Gifts | Series: Miniature Editions Ser.

Casual clairvoyants and weekend witches will find all the tools they need to enchant the everyday with Practical Magic! Covering the essentials of modern magic and mysticism, this kit comes with a rose quartz stone, tiger's eye stone, fill-in astrological chart, and 3 sheets of metallic tattoos. With a fully illustrated, 48-page miniature book on a variety of magical topics, including crystals, horoscopes, and herbal healing, this charming kit is the perfect gift for the good witch in your life. This kit includes: * Two crystals (rose quartz and tiger's eye). * Fold-out astrological chart to fill in. * 3 sheets of metallic temporary tattoos. * 48-page miniature book. ...Show more

May Gibbs Gumnut Babies Gift Set by May Gibbs

$25.00 AUD

Category: Gifts

Two gorgeous books in one stylish slipcase. Join your favourite gumnut babies in Meet Snugglepot Cuddlepie as they go on an Australian bush adventure. Plus record all your special moments in the classic Baby Records Book.