Why Do the Carrots Never Get Yucky in Rabbit's Hutch?
A hilarious little bunny, a mountain of vegetables and one very funny mystery. A happy veggie story for fussy little eaters.
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Join Maddy and her cheeky, vegetable-loving horse in Star the Veggie Champion—a funny picture book for children aged 4–8, with laughs for the grown-ups reading along too.
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Will Star win the Melbourne Cup? There’s only one way to find out!
As a mother of three and now a grandmother, I know how challenging it can be to get little ones to try vegetables. I’ve also watched my grown-up children struggling to keep their own eyes open while reading bedtime stories to their children!
That inspired me to create Maddy and Star’s adventures—to encourage children to try new vegetables and give the parents and grandparents reading along something to laugh about too.
Turn the pages for a sneak peek at Maddy and Star’s funny adventure.
The adventure continues in the book!
Explore Maddy and Star’s Adventures
“Say cheese, Star!” Maddy giggled.
“CHEESE? I ordered an apple!”
Maddy laughed so hard, the photo wobbled!

“Star, you’re king of the jungle!” Maddy said.
“Make me king of the carrots!” Star laughed.

“I’d better hide this away—there are lots of hunters around!”

“I’m going to win! Bring on the beans, broccoli and carrots—fast food for a fast horse!”
“Time to get ready for the Melbourne Cup!”

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Sally's story begins in the Lebanese mountain village of Bsharri. Her vivid dreams became a source of strength through years of hardship, and inspired her to write: honest books for adults, and now funny, colourful stories for children too.
Her mission is simple: to help readers of every age feel less alone, find their strength, and enjoy a good story.
Welcome! Here you'll find funny, colourful picture books for children, and honest, healing books for adults, all written by Sally Kairouz.
Funny animal characters, big laughs and gentle messages. Our first picture books are on their way.
Star is the first of around 8 funny animal picture books in the series.
Honest, practical and deeply personal books, drawn from Sally's own journey through an abusive marriage, panic attacks and recovery.
Years of Trial and Error. Now Shared to Help You.
Understand your triggers. Prepare for difficult moments. Discover what helps you.
I first wrote this book for my family, so they would have my experience to turn to if they ever needed help. Now I’m sharing it with you—drawing on more than ten years of personal experience, observation and trial and error.
Start with sleep. Explore my rhythmic body movement technique, an optional breathing exercise and practical ideas for more settled nights.
Prepare before fear builds. Learn to recognise your patterns and early signs of anxiety, and have coping tools ready.
Feel more prepared for everyday life. Discover suggestions for 27 indoor and outdoor situations, with guidance for tracking triggers and noticing what helps.
A gift from me to you—for a limited time. Download my sleep chapter free. It’s my way of helping you begin exploring these approaches and discovering what works for you.
Personal experience and self-help ideas to explore alongside professional care. Results vary.
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An unfiltered, true Australian story of Sally's resilient tale in a bewildering wonderland
Sally's memoir of surviving years of abuse, and of the vivid dreams that became her lifeline. It's a story of resilience, healing and finding the strength to reclaim her life.
"A powerful memoir of survival and self-discovery, showing how one woman turned years of abuse into resilience." Kirkus Reviews
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The neuroscience of dreaming: how your night mind reveals truth, trauma, and the path to healing
Your dreams aren't random. Drawn from Sally's own experience and a decade-long study of over 1,000 dreamers, Dreams of Escape shows how your subconscious speaks through symbols, patterns and emotional clues, and how dreams can warn you, heal old wounds and guide your next steps.
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A powerful memoir of survival and self-discovery, Sally in Wonderland reveals how one woman turned years of abuse into a story of resilience.
Reading Panic Attacks feels like having a heart-to-heart with someone who's been through it and genuinely wants to help. Sally's writing is straightforward, with no over-complicated jargon—just real, honest advice that makes sense.
Dreams of Escape is a profound and beautifully written exploration of how our dreams both reflect and influence our waking lives.
Panic Attacks gave me tools I can use every day—it's made a real difference in my life.
"Dreams of Escape" is a masterful exploration of the human mind, blending history, philosophy, and science with brilliance.
Dreams of Escape is a moving and relatable journey of self-discovery, showing how dreams can serve as a powerful tool for healing and navigating life's challenges.
Finally, simple techniques that work.
Chapter 2 of Dreams of Escape takes readers on a fascinating journey through the science and history of dreams, weaving together philosophy, mythology, and neuroscience to explore the mysteries of dream interpretation.
I couldn't put it down—Sally's story felt so raw and real.
By targeting sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell, Sally shares remedies that have personally worked for her, providing simple instructions and relatable examples.
Dreams of Escape by Sally Kairouze is a captivating exploration of dreams, blending personal insight, science, and storytelling to guide readers on a transformative journey of healing, self-discovery, and reflection.
The outdoor reset advice gave me freedom again.
Made me see my dreams in a whole new way.
This book offers a fresh perspective on dreams, focusing on how they reflect our emotions and daily life, with raw, heartfelt reflections that make readers more aware of the messages our minds convey at night.
I finished it in one sitting—it stayed with me long after.
I felt like it was written just for me.
It's an inspiring read, it's not just about dreams—it's about self-discovery and healing.
My friend lent me her copy, and I really liked the Midnight Panic Reset. It truly helped me during those late-night panic attacks.
Every chapter gave me comfort and answers.
Sally in Wonderland is a magical journey that captivated me from the first page. The whimsical world that Sally navigates is filled with quirky characters and delightful surprises. But the chapter that truly stood out for me was the one about the Mother's Day present. It was so heartwarming and funny that I couldn't put it down.
I recommend this book for those interested in dream science, research, and interpretations. It focuses on improving problem-solving skills and self-management effectiveness.
The sleep chapter alone changed my life—I stopped needing sleeping pills.
This book is more than just a story; it's a powerful reminder that no matter how stuck we might feel, there's always a way out if we're willing to fight for it.
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