Book Week’s here – there’s never been a better time to re-ignite a love of reading with a handpicked selection of some of the world’s best volumes for kids. Our special All About Books issue is packed with inspiration.

“25 before 5″ as seen in LMNOP Magazine – Issue 15. Photos: Ian MacPherson.

Take a look at our favourite titles for the under 5s. Is the next school Storybook Characters Dress-Up Day looming? Our fashion spread on famous Literary Types should get your creative juices flowing.

“Literary Types” as seen in LMNOP Magazine – Issue 15. Photos: Ian MacPherson.

Illustrations copyright: © 2011 by Isabel Roxas, studioroxas.com

There’s a free set of charming illustrated bookplates designed by Isabel Roxas for the kids to cut out and use. And you’ll hear from legendary author and illustrator Anthony Browne on what makes a classic picture book. Who knows? Maybe you’ll be tempted to put one of your own stories down on paper.

Pick up your All About Books issue for just 99c here.

Book Week 2012, runs 18-24 August. Visit the Children’s Book Council of Australia website for more details.