Magpies: Talking about books for children was first published in March 1986.
It is published five times a year in March, May, July, September and November.
Magpies is available in two editions:
Magpies 48 pages
Magpies 48 pages with an additional 8 page New Zealand supplement
Each issue of Magpies contains:
Reviews of new children's and young adult books published in Australia and overseas.
Articles of interest to people involved in children's literature – parents, librarians, teachers, students and academics in the field of children's literature.
An author or illustrator ("Know the Author") interview in each issue.
The Magpies Collection - information on awards and what's happening around Australia in children's literature.