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The Paperbark Tree Committee : CBCA YOUNG READERS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2026 NOTABLES - Karys McEwen

The Paperbark Tree Committee

CBCA YOUNG READERS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2026 NOTABLES

By: Karys McEwen

Paperback | 1 April 2025

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A delightful, warm and moving story about Art, a thoughtful boy who learns to celebrate his individuality and uniqueness. From the CBCA Victorian vice president and beloved author of All The Little Tricky Things.

'A warm, down-to-earth story about friends and family and growing up, with characters who nestle into your heart.' Fiona Hardy

'McEwen obviously knows what kids want to read and this book has it all...' Carpe Librum



Twelve-year-old Art and his younger brother Hilary are great friends, best friends.

When they move to Melbourne from a small town in Queensland things seem to be easy for Hilary, who is still in primary school, but Art struggles to fit in, and he's become a target for school bully Jack. His dad is too busy to give him much attention, but Art has his stepmum, Sally, who is always ready to listen.

And there's paperbark tree. Art and Hilary climb into its branches and hold a secret meeting whenever they need to sort things out.

The only problem is Art's not sure he still wants to be part of the paperbark tree committee. He's getting older and he thinks he needs to solve his problems on his own.

The Paperbark Tree Committee is a heartfelt story about growing up and leaving childhood behind; it's about family and being a good brother, fitting in and finding friends, and about making mistakes and learning from them.

PRAISE-

A growing-up story that had me hooked. Full of real problems and awkward mistakes-and, best of all, genuine heart.' Emily Gale

'Highly recommended...Gentle but doesn't avoid some big topics and is written in such a way that children and adults will be able to take something away from it.' ReadPlus

'A gorgeous, heartfelt and hilarious tale of navigating change, bullying and growing up, and learning to appreciate loved ones for who they are.' Readings

'Some books just hit all the targets...A beautiful story, perfectly suited for its target audience.' Buzzwords

'A tender, compassionate story about navigating transitions and finding support in unexpected places...With its authentic depiction of big emotions and complex family dynamics, it is sure to find a welcome home in libraries and classrooms.' Books+Publishing


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