Bernie Thinks in Boxes

Illustrated by Zoe Bennett, Published by Affirm Press 2024

CBCA Notable Picture Book of the Year

Bernie thinks in boxes. She has boxes for everything: for home, for school and even for the park. Bernie likes boxes. When things fit into boxes, they make sense.

But one day, Bernie's boxes collide, and she must find a way to make sense of her world again.

A beautiful story about thinking differently and navigating change in a neurotypical world.

Charming story
— Books+Publishing
A delightfully fresh and inventive exploration of themes surrounding neurodiversity
— Story Links
A terrific picture book
— Your Kid's Next Read
A useful learning tool for any child who struggles with change and needs a gentle reminder that it is okay to be themselves
— Child Mags
A wonderful story and an important resource for younger readers
— NZ Booklovers
An ideal introduction to neurodiversity for young readers, explained with empathy and understanding
— Reading Time
Full of life and fun
— Magpies Magazine
This special tale, perfect for our neurodiverse world, follows Bernie as she works through change to open the box to new activities and a new outlook
— The Geelong Advertiser

Train of Thought

Illustrated by Hayley Wells, Published by Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing

Coming 2nd Sept 2025

Andy has a brilliant imagination, and it carries him to the most amazing places. Mum calls it his train of thought. But, when it's time for real-world tasks, Andy's train doesn't always stop! Can Andy find a way to be a treasure hunter and sit down in time for dinner?

A celebration of imagination, Train of Thought is a joy-filled picture book for big dreamers who sometimes need a little help to find their way back to reality.

Title to be announced

An exciting new picture book coming in 2026 with Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing

Title to be announced

An exciting new picture book coming in 2026 with Affirm Press