Little Bones
$16.99
A unique and lyrical verse novel for middle-grade readers that speaks to our childhood joy of collecting small, intriguing objects and creating connections in the most unlikely places. Since the accident, eleven-year-old Bones spends her time drawing animal skeletons and scavenging for dead things to add to her collection. She's drifted away from her friends and doesn't want to make new ones, especially not with her chatty new neighbour, Tenny. One night, under a full moon, Bones accidentally resurrects the skeleton of a baby bird. Bird wants to return to his natural (dead) state, so Bones agrees to reverse the curse - not that she knows how. As she and Bird work out the secrets of the magic, Bones remembers what it's like to have a friend. How can she let Bird go when she doesn't want to say goodbye? With gorgeous greyscale illustrations of Bones's collected items scattered throughout, this book is perfect for big-hearted readers of Karen Foxlee and Zana Fraillon.
May The Best Player Win
$17.99
A humorous and heartfelt MG debut about chess, girl power, and performance anxiety in elite sports.For fans of Kelly Yang and Celia C. Perez!A humorous and heartfelt MG debut about chess, girl power, and performance anxiety in elite sports.For fans of Kelly Yang and Celia C. Perez!Tick, toc . . . Tick, toc . . . The clock is ticking for May Li, whose middle-school chess team just earned a victory at the state championship, kicking them into high gear in preparation for nationals. What's more exciting for May is that her win came with a special award for being the top female player in the tournament. An award that earns her a spot on a splashy Lingard Middle School campaign celebrating student achievements. May should be thrilled. But some of her teammates, including her supposed-to-be-friend Ralph, aren't too keen on the special attention she's getting-and they're even questioning her skills. Backed into a corner, but not one to back down, May makes a move- She bets Ralph she can win Lingard's internal chess tournament and become team captain for nationals. Under the pressure of her teammates and school's expectations, May starts to crumble under pressure. Anxious feelings begin to take the fun out of chess and even affect her game. Now finding the joy in chess may be just what May needs to do in order to win the bet. The board is set. The game is on! The crown is May's for the taking.
Meet Me At Midnight
$19.99
Meet Me At MidnightEvery night at midnight, time stops and Aria wakes up somewhere impossible: a moonlit path between towering sequoias, a remote waterfall in Bali, under a canopy of sparkling lights in the Italian countryside. And every single time, a frustratingly arrogant but very cute boy called Strat is there too.Aria can’t shake the feeling that she knows Strat from somewhere. And as their midnights become a place of calm in a world that is breaking round her, flashes of an exhilarating, love-soaked year as a couple start to resurface. Stunned, Aria finds out that she had her memories of each other erased — but why? And why is this unknown force drawing them back together every midnight, in ever more exotic locations?
Midnight Sun
$32.99
It's here! Number one bestselling author Stephenie Meyer makes a triumphant return to the world of Twilight with this highly-anticipated companion; the iconic love story of Bella and Edward told from the vampire's point of view.<p></p><p></p>When Edward Cullen and Bella Swan met in Twilight, an iconic love story was born. But until now, fans have heard only Bella's side of the story. At last, readers can experience Edward's version in the long-awaited companion novel, MIDNIGHT SUN.<p></p><p></p>This unforgettable tale as told through Edward's eyes takes on a new and decidedly dark twist. Meeting Bella is both the most unnerving and intriguing event he has experienced in all his years as a vampire. As we learn more fascinating details about Edward's past and the complexity of his inner thoughts, we understand why this is the defining struggle of his life. How can he justify following his heart if it means leading Bella into danger? <p></p><p></p>In MIDNIGHT SUN, Stephenie Meyer transports us back to a world that has captivated millions of readers and brings us an epic novel about the profound pleasures and devastating consequences of immortal love.
Moonlight And Dust
$24.99
Moonlight And Dust is an intriguing, fast-paced debut YA fantasy novel. It features sixteen-year-old Torres Strait Islander Zillah, who is caught up in the world of exclusive high school parties after her sister has a mysterious accident. For fans of kick-arse girls, enigmatic boys, true friendships, dark secrets and illicit magic.
Namesake
$22.99
<p>Age range 12+ </p><p>Filled with action, emotion, and lyrical writing, New York Times bestselling author Adrienne Young returns with Namesake, the final book in the captivating Fable duology. </p><p>Trader. Fighter. Survivor.</p><p>With the Marigold ship free of her father, Fable and its crew were set to start over. That freedom is short-lived when she becomes a pawn in a notorious thug's scheme. In order to get to her intended destination she must help him to secure a partnership with Holland, a powerful gem trader who is more than she seems.</p><p>As Fable descends deeper into a world of betrayal and deception she learns that her mother was keeping secrets, and those secrets are now putting the people Fable cares about in danger. If Fable is going to save them then she must risk everything, including the boy she loves and the home she has finally found.</p><p></p>
Nettle
$19.99
NETTLE Inspired by faery myth and folklore, the haunting, heart-wrenching tale of a changeling called Nettle in a dark, foreboding faery kingdom.A girl is entranced by the glittering domain she has crossed into. She dances under skies spangled with scarlet stars, she grows close to Kai, a human who's been stolen, and falls under the spell of mysterious Ellion, a Shadow Faery. She does not know this place is rotten at its core. To try to help her beloved grandmother who is fading in our world, she makes a pact with the faery king. He'll heal her grandmother in exchange for Nettle completing three tasks. She agrees, not realizing that she has been tricked. Even so she completes tasks the king believed impossible, including weaving her namesake, nettles, to produce a cloak that gives him power over his estranged queen.In this wild, dangerous fantasy kingdom Nettle discovers, too late, her part in a centuries-old love story and the price she will pay - remaining forever in the realm of immortals for those she loves.
Never A Hero: Only A Monster 2
$24.99
Never a Hero is the brilliant sequel to the bestselling Only a Monster- where the line between monster and hero is razor thin. Hidden worlds dwell in the shadows, monsters with untold powers walk among humans, and secrets are the most powerful weapon of all.
Never A Hero: Only A Monster 2 2
$22.99
Never a Hero is the thrilling sequel to the internationally bestselling Only a Monster - where the line between monster and hero is razor thin. Joan is drawn deeper into the monster world where treachery and danger await, and secrets are the most powerful weapon of all.
New Kid On Deck: Pirate Academy 1
$16.99
From Justin Somper, award-winning author of the Vampirates series, comes a fast-paced and exciting fantasy adventure series perfect for readers of How to Train Your Dragon or Artemis Fowl.
New Moon
$24.99
I stuck my finger under the edge of the paper and jerked it under the tape. 'Shoot,' I muttered when the paper sliced my finger. A single drop of blood oozed from the tiny cut. It all happened very quickly then. 'No!' Edward roared ... Dazed and disorientated, I looked up from the bright red blood pulsing out of my arm - and into the fevered eyes of the six suddenly ravenous vampires.<p></p><p></p>For Bella Swan, there is one thing more important than life itself: Edward Cullen. But being in love with a vampire is more dangerous than Bella ever could have imagined. Edward has already rescued Bella from the clutches of an evil vampire but now, as their daring relationship threatens all that is near and dear to them, they realise their troubles may just be beginning ...<p></p>
Nightweaver
$19.99
Nightweaver is an exciting new trilogy from debut author R.M. Gray; an exhilarating YA mixture of PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN and modern fantasy romances like Sarah J. Maas's THRONE OF GLASS, Leigh Bardugo's SHADOW AND BONE, and Lauren Roberts' POWERLESS.For six hundred years, Nightweavers - mystical beings with untamed elemental powers - have ruled over all humans, including seventeen-year-old pirate Aster and her family.But after an epic battle at sea where her eldest brother is killed by a new kind of monster, Aster learns that maybe there are creatures far more terrible to fear...Alongside the brooding Nightweaver Will, a reckless, masked pirate named Captain Shade, and a myriad of morally grey characters, Aster embarks on a thrilling quest to undo the wrongs against her kind; but will chilling secrets and illicit romance unravel everything she's ever known, loved and fought for...?Nightweaver is an exhilarating YA mixture of PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN and modern fantasy romances like Sarah J. Maas's THRONE OF GLASS, Leigh Bardugo's SHADOW AND BONE, and Lauren Roberts' POWERLESS.
Normal Women
$22.99
Normal Women The bestselling, critically acclaimed women’s history from blockbuster author Philippa Gregory – adapted for teen readers! Today, when we think of women of the past, we often think of the 1800s and 1900s – crinolines and stage coaches, bonnets and balls – a time when women were told they were naturally inferior to men, and must stay at home while men went out to work and have fun. HUGE MISTAKE! There is so much more to women’s history than bonnets and big dresses! Ordinary women have been doing extraordinary things FOR EVER – it just didn’t make the history books (written by men!). Join multi-award-winning author Philippa Gregory as she tells the story of ordinary English women, making history for 900 years. Meet farmers, highwaywomen, pirates, ‘female husbands’, slaves, soldiers, criminals, writers, inventors, rioters and more – protesting, working, playing, taking risks, getting rich (and getting even!). Their story is one of ingenuity, diversity, rebellion, survival – and sisterhood. Illustrated throughout by award-winning printmaker Alexis Snell. PRAISE FOR Normal Women (teen edition): ‘Impressively researched, by turns inspiring and chilling … brilliantly told’ – Cressida Cowell ‘This book is redemption for unsung female heroes. Prepare to feel aghast, proud and inspired’ – Geri Halliwell ‘Uplifting and empowering’ – Edwina Dunn, The Female Lead PRAISE FOR Normal Women (main edition): A NEW STATESMEN BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 ‘A lasting work of social history’ THE TIMES ‘A genuinely new history of our nation’ DAN JONES ‘This celebration of women is a triumph of popular history’ SPECTATOR 'Philippa Gregory uses all her bestseller skills to weave a narrative with pace' ANTONIA FRASER ‘You’ll lose count of the number of things you learn about women and their skewed place in history … the book reframes the past … an essential read’ INDEPENDENT, FIVE-STAR REVIEW
Nothing Like The Movies
$22.99
An instant no. 1 YA bestseller, discover a romantic, heartfelt sequel to the tiktok sensation Better than the Movies that will sweep you off of your feet! 'If the teen in your life isn’t familiar with this series, this could be the best stocking gift they’ll receive' Women's Weekly Wes had his dream girl but then he lost her – and the only way to get her back is to scheme like a rom-com hero… For a few beautiful months, Wes and girl-next-door Liz were together. But right as the two were about to set off to UCLA together, tragedy struck and their relationship ended. Flash forward and Wes and Liz find themselves in college, together. In a healthier place now, Wes knows he broke Liz’s heart, but is determined to make her fall back in love with him. And he has a foolproof plan to win her back with the rom-com worthy big gestures she loves. Only … Liz will have none of it. Wes has to scheme like a rom-com hero to figure out how to see her. Even worse, Liz has a new friend…a guy friend. Still, Wes won’t give up and is determined to win back Liz’s affection. But after his best efforts get him nowhere, he’s is left wondering if their relationship is really over for good. Nothing Like the Movies is perfect for hopeless romantics, lovers of grumpy x sunshine energy and for fans of Emily Henry and Ali Hazelwood! Don’t miss The Do-Over, Betting on You and where it all started in Better Than the Movies from Lynn Painter! Nothing Like the Movies was YA #1 bestseller in the TCM chart on 8th October 2024.
On Gallant Wings
$17.99
Thirteen-year-old Ava lives in Darwin with her family and their homing pigeons, of which Essie is Ava’s favourite. A Japanese family live next door and their son, Kazuo, is Ava’s best and only real friend. Her father is serving overseas. While Essie is taking her first flight, Ava overhears an argument between her mother, and her brother Fred, who has lied about his age to join the militia. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, he trains in Darwin and later helps set up a pigeon service in Townsville. When most civilians are sent to safety down south, Ava remains in Darwin because her mother (who works in the post office) is essential to the war effort. Later that day, military police take Kazuo and his family away in a truck to a holding camp—much to Ava’s distress—along with many other Japanese people who call Australia home. On February 19, 1942, Darwin is bombed, and Ava and her mother are evacuated in a cattle train with the remaining women and children. After a very difficult journey, they arrive, exhausted, at her grandparent’s home in Lake Boga, where they discover the extent of the damage to Darwin is being concealed from the population. Even those who were actually there know only part of the truth. Desperate to do something to contribute to the war effort, Ava’s mother joins the WAAAF and begins work at the secret Catalina Flying Boat Base. In the meantime, the authorities decide to transfer Kazuo to the men’s camp, separating him from his parents and siblings. Living by rules and rituals has always been how Ava has felt safe, but when Kazuo escapes, she is faced with the hardest decision of all—whether to report a ‘potentially dangerous’ escapee to the authorities, or to protect a beloved friend …
