Collection: Nonfiction

Discover the magnificent megafauna that have shaped our planet - from the mighty mammoths, sabre-toothed cats and giant birds that existed millions of years ago, to the elephants, giraffes and whales that live today. But why did some of the largest creatures on Earth go extinct? What do we know a...

Meet 80 endangered animals on a journey around the planet. Cross vast deserts with caring scorpions, swim deep oceans with gentle whale sharks, hang out in a tropical rainforest with the slow loris and skip across the ice floes with a polar bear. Your wild animal adventure starts here! Jam-packed...

Introduces young animal lovers to everything that is weird and wonderful about ancient creatures. If you've ever wanted to know if dinosaurs could fly or which fish walked out of the sea, this non-fiction book has all the amazing answers. The amusing illustrations and easy-to-read text are also s...

Good online behaviour keeps us and our computers safe. It also contributes to better schools and communities when people behave well towards each other in cyberspace. In this book find examples of good and bad online behaviour and what children can do if they feel unsafe online.

On paths, roads, seas, in the air and in space, there has never been so much human movement. In contrast we think of the past as static, 'frozen in time'. But archaeologists have in fact always found evidence for humanity's irrepressible restlessness. Now, latest developments in science and archa...

What's the meaning of a bee's waggle dance? Who thought budgie smugglers into being? And why is cancer so damn hard to cure? Australia's best journalists reveal the complex workings of the world - from outer space and the deep sea to our own backyards - as they delve into life's mysteries, answer...

One of Australia's most enduring and strangest mysteries, Swamp is a story of greed, deceit, the abuse of trust - and murder. International journalist and acclaimed writer Richard Shears uncovers new evidence in the case of the mysterious disappearance of Margaret Clement - the 'Lady of the Swamp...

A guide to the special birds found across Australia's vastly varied landscapes. From the eastern rainforests to the central deserts, Australia is home to some 900 species of birds. Finding Australian Birds covers over 400 birdwatching sites conveniently grouped into the best birding areas, from o...

Fresh, flavourful and good-for-you. Add joy and diversity to your plates with 100 plant-based recipes for every occasion -- making it easier than ever to stay nourished. Every dish is crafted by Sarah Cobacho, nutritionist and creator of plantbaes, to make you feel your best and cover all your nu...

Andy Atkinson and Cheryl Henry met on a blind date arranged by friends and hit it off immediately. On their second date at Bayou Mama's, they left together to visit a spot known as "Lovers' Lane." Within hours, Andy was found tied to a tree with his throat slashed, and Cheryl was discovered raped...