This Is Us: Essential Australian Poems for Young People

In This Is Us, editors Libby Hathorn and Jude Fell have gathered the voices of all kinds of Australians, from modern poets such as Miriam Wei Wei Lo and Jazz Money to household names such as Banjo Paterson and Judith Wright.

Author Libby Hathorn and Jude Fell

Publication Date 01 Nov 2025

Childrens non-fiction

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Book cover with the title 'This is Us' in large white text, the subtitle 'Essential Australian Poems for Young People' is red text and illustrations of Australian children on an orange background

Beautifully illustrated by Tull Suwannakit and ideal for sharing with the whole family, this edition brings together old favourites and sure-to-be new favourites in an indispensable addition to your bookshelves. From poems that whisper to poems that roar, from words of tranquility and heartbreak to the witty and absurd, there is something within these pages to make everyone feel seen and understood.

About the editors

Libby Hathorn

Libby Hathorn is a seasoned poet, writer and librettist. She has won major literary awards, including Children’s Book Council of Australia awards, the Centenary Medal, the Lady Cutler Award and ABIA’s Pixie O’Harris Award. She attests to the power of poetry in her work and in her life.

Jude Fell

Jude Fell is an acclaimed educator and consultant. She is widely recognised for her dedication to fostering learning through creativity. A strong advocate for students with learning disabilities, she was awarded a University Medal in Education from the University of New England in 1995. A lifelong passion for poetry and the arts is at the heart of her practice.