Alphabet Soup Books is an independent publisher in Perth, Western Australia. Established in 2023, we publish books for children to spark a love of poetry and wordplay.
Our first anthology is published in collaboration with Fremantle Press and has been made possible through funding by the WA Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries.
Right Way Down and Other Poems, chosen by Rebecca M. Newman & Sally Murphy, illustrated by Briony Stewart.
Out now!
Reviewers’ remarks:
“A terrific group of poems to suit all primary readers … This will be a valued addition to school libraries helping to fill a gap in quality Australian poetry collections for middle grade readers. – Lamont Books
“Over thirty five Australian poets, many from Western Australia, have poems in this sweet little anthology which would be a perfect addition to your own shelves and shoud be an essential addition to every Primary school library.” – momoTimeToRead.blogspot.com
“Showcases how words, voice, and language can give wings to creativity, wonder, and imagination in children at the right place and time.” – Writing WA
“The perfect springboard to discuss how poems have a purpose, just as other texts do: some to inform, some to persuade, some to convey emotion and others to entertain. This is a wonderfully fresh addition to the poetry shelf in every school library or classroom bookshelf.” – ReadPlus
“[An] effervescent collection of poems.” – Story Links
“An astonishing display of word usage by gifted wordsmiths. At a time when poetry is not a common find, don’t miss this collection.” – Kids’ Book Review
“This is a great one for school libraries. I can see it being used by teachers, and by older primary school aged students.” – Reading Time
“Every poem in this anthology is a gem, offering a unique glimpse into the wonders of life … With each turn of the page, you’ll find yourself immersed in a world where words dance and play, celebrating the sheer joy of language in all its forms.” – Read-NZ
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Alphabet Soup Books acknowledges the traditional custodians of the Country where we work, the Whadjuk Noongar people, and honours the Elders, past, present and emerging.
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