CBCA Children's Book Week®

Children's Book Week® has been a fixture of Australia's literary landscape since 1945. Each year the Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) highlights the importance of reading by showcasing Australian children’s books, authors, and illustrators.

CBCA Book of the Year Award Shortlists 2025

The annual Book of the Year Awards aim to promote quality literature for young Australians, support and encourage Australian writers and illustrators of children’s books and celebrate contributions to Australian children’s literature.

Older Readers

Younger Readers

Early Childhood

Picture Books

Eve Pownall

New Illustrator