CHILDRENS BOOKS

Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book PrizeWinner of the Blue Peter Book AwardShortlisted for the CILIP Carnegie MedalFrom the winner of the Costa Children's Book Prize'A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and a wild imagination' Philip PullmanEveryone tells Sophie that she was orphaned in a shipwreck found floating in a cello case on the English Channel on her first birthday. But Sophie is convinced her mother also survived.When the Welfare Agency threatens to separate her from her guardian and send her to an orphanage, Sophie takes matters into her own hands, starting with the only clue she has the address of a cello-maker in Paris. On the run from the authorities, Sophie finds Matteo and his network of rooftoppers urchins who walk tightropes and live in the sky. In a race across the rooftops of Paris, will they be able to find her mother before it's too late?Hopeful, inspiring and thrilling in equal measure, this is a classic adventure story about pursuing your dreams and never ignoring a possible.

A moving and heartwarming verse novel from CBCA shortlisted author Pip Harry about friendship, new experiences and staying true to yourself.When a Manly school sets out to bring a country class to the city for a beach visit, three very different kids find each other and themselves. Noah is fearless in the surf. So where does his courage go when his best mate pushes him around?Lottie loves collecting facts about bugs, but she doesn't know what to do about her dad filling their lonely house with junk. Jack wants to be a cricket star, but first he has to improve at school. Especially if he wants to see the ocean for the first time.

Winner - Australian Book Industry Awards 2011Winner - YABBA Children's Choice Awards 2007Winner - KOALA Children's Choice Awards 2007Honour Award - CBC Book of the Year 2006Honour Award - Sydney Taylor (Jewish) Award 2011Once I escaped from an orphanage to find my Mum and Dad. Once I saved a girl called Zelda from a burning house. Once I made a Nazi with toothache laugh. My name is Felix. This is my story.The powerful and moving story of a young boy named Felix who, during the Holocaust, tries to survive and make sense of the world around him. Told with humour and heart, this book offers a unique perspective on one of the darkest chapters in human history and serves as a reminder of the resilience and hope that can be found even in the most dire of circumstances.'Tension builds swiftly in this wrenching tale . . . poignant.'Publishers Weekly, starred review'Extols the power of storytelling in the face of tragedy.'The Horn Book, starred review'Brilliant in its realism.'Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewOther books in the series-OnceThenNowAfterSoonMaybeAlways

Winner - KOALA Children's Choice Awards 2010 - Fiction for Years 7-9Winner - YABBA Children's Choice Awards 2010 - Fiction for Years 7-9Winner - COOL Children's Choice Awards 2010 - Fiction for Years 7-9Longlisted - Family Award for Children's Books 2002 - Prize for Writing for Young AdultsShortlisted - BILBY Children's Choice Awards 2006 - Fiction for Older ReadersShortlisted - REAL Children's Choice Awards 2010 - Younger ReadersJamal and Bibi have a dream.To lead Australia to soccer glory in the next World Cup. But first they must face landmines, pirates, storms and assassins.Can Jamal and his family survive their incredible journey and get to Australia? Sometimes, to save the people you love, you have to go overboard.With its witty humor and powerful themes of courage, determination, and the importance of family, Boy Overboard is sure to leave you laughing, crying, and cheering for Jamal and his journey.Don't miss out on this must-read middle grade book that will have you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.------------------PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN'Readers can't get enough of him.' The Independent'A brilliantly funny writer' Sunday Telegraph'A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject' Sunday Times'He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.' The Guardian

In this stunning ninth book in the New York Times bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series, Sophie and her friends discover the true meaning of power – and evil. Sophie Foster changed the game. Now she's facing impossible choices: When to act. When to trust. When to let go. Her friends are divided and scattered, and the Black Swan wants Sophie to focus on their projects. But her instincts are leading her somewhere else. Stellarlune – and the mysterious Elysian – might be the key to everything. But finding truth in the Lost Cities always requires sacrifice. And as the Neverseen's plans sharpen into terrifying focus, it appears that everyone has miscalculated. The Lost Cities' greatest lie could destroy everything. And in the battle that follows, only one thing is certain: nothing will ever be the same. Books in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series: Keeper of the Lost Cities Exile Everblaze Neverseen Lodestar Nightfall Flashback Legacy Unlocked

The eighth book in the international bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series. Perfect for readers aged 9+ and fans of Harry Potter, Rick Riordan and Amari and the Night Brothers. Sophie Foster wants answers. But after a lifetime of lies, sometimes the truth is the most dangerous discovery. Even the smallest secret comes with terrifying new responsibilities. And Sophie’s not the only one with blank spots in her past, or mysteries surrounding her family. She and her friends are part of something much bigger than they imagined – and their roles have already been chosen for them. Every clue drags them deeper into the conspiracy. Every memory forces them to question everything – especially one another. And the harder they fight, the more the lines blur between friend and enemy. Don’t miss the brand-new book in the series, Stellarlune, out now! Books in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series: Keeper of the Lost Cities Exile Everblaze Neverseen Lodestar Nightfall Flashback Legacy Stellarlune Unlocked

Australian Matildas and World Cup superstar Sam Kerr teams up with Aki Fukuoka to bring young readers this fun and inspiring illustrated series about soccer, school, sport, friendship, dealing with bullies and following your dreams. Sam Kerr has only been playing soccer for a few months and now her team is playing in the finals! She can’t believe it! But when her best friend, Dylan, is appointed team captain, Sam is worried that his shyness might get in the way. Together with her other bestie, Indi, they must find a way to help him overcome his nerves. Meanwhile, Sam has become friends with her new neighbours Jake and Will. But strange things start happening: she loses her new water bottle, her soccer boots go missing, and her dog, Penny, disappears from the garden. Sam has had enough! It’s time to get to the bottom of the mystery in the midst of preparing for her finals match. It’s not always easy being a soccer superstar! ‘A fun book packed with cool illustrations. It follows themes of family and perseverance that will totes leave you feeling inspired!’ Total Girl on The Flip Out

<p>Shortlisted for the 2024 R.E.A.L. Awards Shortlisted for the 2024 Yabba Awards, Fiction for Younger Readers</p><p>Australian Matildas and World Cup superstar Sam Kerr teams up with Aki Fukuoka to bring young readers this fun and inspiring illustrated series about soccer, school, sport, friendship, dealing with bullies and following your dreams. After a rough start, Sam Kerr settles into playing soccer for the Knights. But there’s so much to learn – new rules and positions and strategies … Lately, it seems like soccer is the only thing she can think about. When she finds out she’ll have to wear a dress (gross) and dance in front of a hundred people at her cousin’s upcoming wedding (terrifying), Sam feels like she’s all but had enough. So why isn’t her best friend Indi supporting her? And why is school bully Chelsea suddenly a bit … nice? Will Sam be able to mend her friendships – and score a few goals in the meantime – before it’s too late? ‘A fun book packed with cool illustrations. It follows themes of family and perseverance that will totes leave you feeling inspired!’ Total Girl on The Flip Out</p>

<p><strong>Welcome to the secret diary of future tennis star Ash Barty and her adventures at Tennis Camp! By Ash Barty, Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin - the team behind the bestselling Little Ash series!</strong></p> <p>TOP SECRET! This is the PRIVATE diary of Ash Barty, future tennis SUPERSTAR! So don't tell anyone what I'm about to tell you... Okay?!</p><p>Ash is back at TENNIS CAMP and so HAPPY to see her friends again. When they all find out that they will COMPETE at the end of camp in a singles tournament and the WINNERS will get to be a ball kid at the local grown-ups tournament, they all get SUPER EXCITED! Especially when there's a chance they'll get to meet their tennis heroes AND go on TV! </p><p>Will Ash get to meet her HEROES and be a BALL KID to the STARS?</p>

<p><strong>A humorous picture book about elephants and how surprisingly sustainable their poo can be!</strong></p> <p><em>There's a hullabaloo about elephant poo -- what can you do with that beasty brew? A hundred kilos daily from you-know-where. </em><em>That's the same body weight as a panda bear!</em></p><p><em></em>The messy and totally true tale of elephants and the many uses for what comes from their busy behinds.</p>

<p><strong>A great middle-grade read for all kids -- fun, funny and relatable. Just like Dylan!</strong></p><p><strong></strong></p><p><strong></strong></p> <p><em>My life so far has been pretty awesome.At home I've got a great family (sure, even my big brother, Jacob, when he's not being a total pain) and my pet legless lizard, Pogo (she can lick her own eyeballs, really). Then </em><em>there are my friends Yusuf and Gemma, and my best mate, Hannah. In between there's coding, shooting hoops and mixing tracks.</em><em>Now it's time for something new -- high school.</em></p><p>When old and new friends collide, a teacher called Grumps is on his tail, and the school talent show looks like turning into a real-life drama, twelve-year-old Dylan discovers his family motto has never been more true -- it's not all about you.</p>

The party continues but the problems get bigger in the second instalment of this original Dungeons & Dragons graphic novel series brought to you by New York Times bestselling author Molly Knox Ostertag and critically acclaimed illustrator Xanthe Bouma.