Stories of soul & sisterhood.
Australian feminist children's books that celebrate courage, community and girls who change the world.
Books worth reading aloud
Our debut title
NewPolka Dot Joan
This is the story of a little shero who broke through where no woman had gone before, and opened doors for others to be proud, bold and spot on! Some people spend their whole lives trying to blend in. Not Joan Kirner. From a girl who loved learning to becoming Victoria's first ever woman Premier, Joan rolled up her polka-dot sleeves and got to work — fighting for schools, for fairness and for every kid's chance at a good education, especially girls. But when the world tells her to change her spots, Joan discovers that standing out is her superpower.
A joyful, true story about standing out, speaking up, and never dimming your spots. Polka Dot Joan celebrates individuality, self-expression, and the courage to be exactly who you are — polka dots and all.
Written by
Tanja Kovac
Illustrated & designed by
Laura Morellon
Researched by
Dr Maree Overall
Age range
9 years & Up
Format
Soft cover, matt finish picture book, with scodix embossing
Pages
24 pages
Published
2026
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Books shape the world girls believe they can live in.
Every Little Shero Stories title is created by women and designed to put girls at the centre of their own adventures — not the sidelines.
Why Shero Stories?
Written by women
Every book in our catalogue is authored and illustrated by women and non-binary creators. Our voices, our stories.
Diverse heroines
Our characters reflect the full spectrum of girlhood — different cultures, abilities, families, and ways of being brave.
Backed by research
Developed with Gender Lens Australia's gender equity framework. Every story is reviewed for intersectional representation and positive messaging.
What people are saying
Gail McHardy
CEO, Parents Victoria
The Hon Natalie Hutchins MP
Former Victorian Minister for Women and the Prevention of Family Violence
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