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Hi I’m Anna, as a librarian and bookseller, I have always been surrounded by children’s books. However, I noticed that children often ended up reading the same popular series because those were the only books most stores offered.
This is why I started Be Curious Books—I knew there were so many excellent children's books out there just waiting to be discovered.
I wanted to offer a curated selection that stands out, providing young readers and their parents a trusted guide to finding great reads. let’s make finding a great book easy!
Be Curious Books has grown into more than just a bookstore. We carefully select complementary toys and gifts that extend the magical world of books. Welcome to our store.
Anna, Owner of Be Curious Books
Shirley Barber Books
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Rainbow Magic by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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Tooth Fairy by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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A Visit to Fairyland by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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Mermaid Princess by Shirley Barber Lenticular Edition (Hardcover)
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Tooth Fairy by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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Rainbow Magic by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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The Enchanted Woods by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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The Mermaid Princess by Shirley Barber (paperback)
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A Visit to Fairyland by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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The Enchanted Woods by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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Shirley Barber Classic Fairies colour-in and sticker book 1
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A Visit to Fairyland by Shirley Barber Lenticular Edition (Hardcover)
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Looking for your child's next favourite book? Discover our handpicked selection of beloved children's reads!
Tired of the same old kids' books everywhere you look? Unsure which ones will capture your child's heart? Let us simplify your search with our expertly curated selection of books for kids of all ages!
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The Midnight Tram Flies Again by Mitchell Toy
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Leonard the Lyrebird by Jodie McLeod, illustrated by Eloise Short (Hardcover)
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Lilah the Lyrebird by Jodie McLeod, illustrated by Eloise Short
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The Detective's Guide To Paris by Nicki Greenberg
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The Rescue of Ravenwood by Natasha Farrant (Middle Grade)
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Bounty of Bootless Ben by Mitchell Toy (Hardcover)
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Sir Ladybug and the Bookworms #3 by Corey R. Tabor (Hardcover)
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The Trouble with the Two-Headed Hydra by Karen Foxlee (Miss Mary-Kate Martin's Guide to Monsters #2)
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Bestsellers
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Tooth Fairy by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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A Visit to Fairyland by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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Rainbow Magic by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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Shirley Barber's Fairy Book - An Anthology of Verse (Hardcover, Lenticular Edition)
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Wild Projects for Families: Fun Adventures and DIY Activities for outdoor family time by Brooke Davis
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The Complete Brambly Hedge by Jill Barklem (Hardcover)
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The Secrets of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt
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The Courage of Magnolia Moon by Edwina Wyatt (Hardcover)
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Lenny's Book of Everything by Karen Foxlee
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The Nowhere Emporium by Ross Mackenzie (Book 1)
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The Peacock Detectives by Carly Nugent
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Squished by Megan Wagner Lloyd and Michelle Mee Nutter
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Ratbags #2 Midnight Mischief by Tim Harris
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The Impossible Secret of Lillian Velvet by Jaclyn Moriarty
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New Arrivals
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The Atlas of Lost Kingdoms by Emily Hawkins
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Frozen Mountain: Spin to Survive by Emily Hawkins
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Story Orchestra: Sleeping Beauty
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Welcome, Baby, To This World! by Jess Racklyeft
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Missy Minzy Temporary Tattoos (Assorted Designs)
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Suncatcher "Gang Gang"
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Suncatcher "You Are My Sunshine"
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Suncatcher "Rainbow Butterfly"
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Suncatcher "Flowers in a vase"
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Suncatcher "Roarsome Day"
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Inside/ Outside House Tin- Florist
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Inside/ Outside House Tin- Red Door House
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Inside/ Outside House Tin- Tudor House
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Inside/ Outside House Tin- Bird House
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Inside/ Outside House Tin- Cat House
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A Royal Adventure: A Tiger Tom Picture Book by Shirley Barber (Paperback)
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The Mermaid Princess and the Trouble at the Palace by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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Spellbound: A Fairytale Romance by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
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Find the perfect fairy gift
Flower Fairy Mini Handle Basket Tin (Assorted Designs)
Flower Fairy Pocket Tin (Assorted Designs)
Your Wild Fairy Door Kit
Author Spotlight: Emily Hawkins
Atlas of Ocean Adventures
A Natural History of Mermaids by Emily Hawkins (Hardcover)
Frozen Mountain: Spin to Survive by Emily Hawkins
Who is Emily Hawkins?
Emily Hawkins is a celebrated writer and editor of children's books, captivating readers of all ages with her engaging stories and vibrant imagination. She is the author of the New York Times bestseller Oceanology and several other titles in the renowned Ology series, which has enchanted audiences around the globe, selling over 16 million copies worldwide. With a first-class English degree from Nottingham University, Emily combines her academic prowess with a natural talent for storytelling
Tara Treasures
Ethically produced felt toys and gifts
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Tara Treasures Colourful Gnomes Finger Puppet Set
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Tara Treasures Felt Fairy - Red Dress
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Felt Finger Puppets (Assorted Designs)
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Tara Treasures Alphabet Garland A to Z- Colourful
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Tara Treasures Fairies and Gnomes Felt Play House - Red Roof
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Tara Treasures Fairy Toadstool Garden Play Mat Playscape
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Felt Mushroom Purse
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Tara Treasures Fairies and Gnomes Felt Play House - Blue Roof
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Top 9 Children's Books Released in October 2023
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Our Five Favourite New Books For September 2023
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Our August 2023 Book Picks
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Let customers speak for us
from 47 reviewsGreat service, easy to order from, fast delivery.
Love the little Mushroom Toadstool bag. It is delightful and magical. I received my order within a week of ordering – Thank you so much!
I loved this book as a little girl. Bought as a gift.
Quick delivery. Very happy.
Fantastic graphics - very polar express but in its own way - for my 2 year old grandson who loves books
I love this book so much it was my childhood favourite such lovely pictures, my 7 year old also loved reading it to me
I love them. They are perfect to give away with the novel I wrote called In the Beginning.
Thank you Anna x
Unable to review as goods not yet received
Fantastic service
Mermaid Princess by Shirley Barber Lenticular Edition (Hardcover)
Always lovely to deal with .
Those Wicked Rats! A Martha B Rabbit Book by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
Such great communication and fast shipping. I was personally notified when the book that we were after came back in stock. Love it!! Thank you :)
Omg thank you they were beautifully wrapped I didn’t even ask for that and I just reminds me of so much my childhood it’s beautiful for my sister she’s having a little girl and I was like I have to get these
Tooth Fairy by Shirley Barber (Hardcover)
The book is gorgeous but my review is more for the customer service. I couldn’t believe how quick the turnaround was from purchase to delivery and before Christmas! Fabulous service and incredibly reasonable prices.
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We are a small, Australian family business and we live and breathe our products. Every book on our shelves has been handpicked and adored by our resident librarian and founder. We are here to bring you a beautiful selection of books and gifts to inspire curiosity in our kids.