Books published by Old Barn Books

The beautiful Bee and Me by Alison Jay is now available in paperback! A bee flies in the window and a little girl is frightened. She traps the bee and then wonders what to do. This beautiful wordless picture book traces the growing friendship between girl and bee and introduces small children to the ecology of the natural world.

The RavenΓÇÖs Song alternates between the stories of Phoenix, who lives in a near-future world impacted by climate change and a devastating pandemic; and Shelby, one hundred years in the future in a post-pandemic, post-pollution, post-city world where each community is exactly three hundred and fifty people sustainably subsisting on seven hundred hectares.The story of a world that is beginning to fall apart, and a chance to see it all put back together, The RavenΓÇÖs Song is a vision of hope for the future, seen through the eyes of the young people who will fight for it.

An ideal gift for those new to film photography as well as for the seasoned professional looking to discover something new. Features over 100 film, plate and sheet cameras, from pinhole and mass market plastic toys to Victorian brass and mahogany salon cameras, via iconic brands, such as Leica, Hasselblad and Nikon.

A thrilling teen ghost story from a First Nations Australian author, drawing on the culture and beliefs of her close-knit community. Stacey and Laney are mirror twins, but as different as the sun and the moon. When Laney disappears, Stacey is haunted by dark and terrifying dreams. Stacey knows only she can find Laney - but can she find her in time?

Chronicles the harrowing journey taken by Sami and his family from privilege to poverty, across countries and continents, from a comfortable life in Damascus to a prison in Manchester. A story of survival, of family, of bravery ... In a world where we are told to see refugees as the 'other', this story will remind readers that 'they' are also 'us'.

In a climate changed world, this adventure with sinkholes, crocodiles, sharks, pirates, floating cities, vertical farms and a mystery to solve poses the question of how we will all live 'afterwards'. Will kindness and a sense of community win over selfish greed to preserve our planet - and humanity?

The true story of a bear cub adopted by Polish soldiers in WW2. Wojtek travelled, fought and ultimately emigrated with the soldiers, ending his days in Edinburgh Zoo.

How can tomorrow ever be as good as today? Afraid of tomorrow, a little boy puts all his scientific knowledge to use in an attempt to turn back time and stay in the wonderful past. His grandfather reassures the boy that there is plenty to look forward to and that every day gives the chance for a new adventure.

Set in a future Australia, a time when there are no bees and children are employed to scramble through the fruit trees with feather wands. Peony wants to be a bee, a hand pollinator: she's a year too young and when you're only 9, it's hard to get everyone around you to go along with your plan. A compelling novel for middle grade readers.

A mother and baby, a boy and a dog run for their lives. A polar bear, too, has come adrift. When will they find land? Who will welcome them in? In all the wide world we each need a safe place to call home. Words sing over the pictures in this evocative story: a beautiful lullaby about what we can be for each other.

A beautiful, collectible, pop-up with a simple, charming text, illustrating the passing of the seasons in a woodland landscape. Stunning, graphic artwork in a limited colour palette and superb paper engineering make this a collectible for children and adults alike.

Madeline Finn does not like to read. Fortunately, she meets Bonnie, a library dog. Reading aloud to Bonnie isn't so bad. When Madeline Finn gets stuck, Bonnie doesn't mind. As it turns out, it's fun to read when you're not afraid of making mistakes. Bonnie teaches Madeline that it's Okay to go slow, to keep trying, and to get support from a friend.

This board book is the perfect first introduction to Alice. Babies and toddlers will love the playful and quirky characters Alison Jay brings to life with her own unique perspective. Alice, the White Rabbit, the Cheshire Cat and the Mad Hatter are all represented here.

After losing her mum in an accident, Sass is sent to live with her uncle in England. Far from her native Brooklyn, the rocky shores and crumbling castles of Cornwall seem like the perfect place to hide her grief. And when she stumbles across a silver horse in a sunlit meadow Sass feels a surprising sense of peace...only to have it broken by a boy.