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Samantha Ross lives in the tropics. Possible Springs, her debut work of fiction, will be published by Penguin Random House in June 2026.
Praise for Possible Springs:
‘Ross’s debut blends small-town mystery, romance and magical realism into an intoxicating, spell-binding mix. Jimny is an unforgettable character. I loved it.’
~ Jeff Lindsay, bestselling author of DEXTER
'An absorbing and compelling read. Utterly immersive and beautifully written. By the end, I wanted to pack my bags and move to Possible Springs. Thoroughly enjoyable.'
~ Darcy Tindale, author of THE FALL BETWEEN
Brenton Cullen is a talented writer for all ages, for children through to adults. When not writing, he works as a bookseller, reviewer and interviewer. His debut mid-grade and picture book stories are being published in 2026. He has recently signed with Eagle Books for a mid grade advanture to be published in April/May 2027. Brenton Cullen explained the genesis of the novel in an announcement for Eagle Press: ‘The Secret of Panther Valley is an ode to the excitement of a country childhood and the secrets the Australian bush can hold. I grew up on farms that stretched for hundreds of acres, ....imagining adventures. I was fascinated by mysteries — especially the legend of the black panther said to roam the Blue Mountains. I often wondered what hidden creatures might be out there in the bush. When I was ten, I had a dream in which I was standing at our back door, watching in shock as a sleek panther crept past in front of me. That image has stayed with me. The Secret of Panther Valley grew from my adventures and that dream.’
Davilyn Lynch is a talented and prolific artist/book illustrator who lives in Launceston, Tasmania with her writer husband and their son.
Her latest book is Archie Can’t Sit Still, with story by Dani Vee and James Layton, was published by Larrikin Press in May.
Davilyn has illustrated 15 picture books that have already been published or are in production. Three of these are written by her husband Stephen Lynch. The books she has illustrated have been published in English, Dutch, Spanish, Korean, Danish and German.
See Archie Can't Sit Still, published by Larrikin House this month and illustrated by talented artist and illustrator Davilyn Lynch. The story is written by Dani Vee and James Layton.
And see Maura Pierlot's Our Family Zoo , to be published by Scholastic on 1 June.
Watch out for media and reviews of Samantha Ross's debut work of fiction with Penguin Random House also to be published in June 2026. Possible Springs will make a big splash. Jeff Lindsay, bestselling author of DEXTER says: ‘Ross’s debut blends small-town mystery, romance and magical realism into an intoxicating, spell-binding mix. Jimny is an unforgettable character. I loved it.’