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Reluctant-reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a gentle and sensitively told story of life as a young carer. Mum won't get out of bed. His best friend has dumped him. And school work is just too difficult. Jayden wants to do the right thing – but...

Former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo spins the tender yet humorous tale of a bully who gets his comeuppance. Class bully Darren is challenged to a face-off with Olly the bull. Darren has no idea that Olly's a gentle giant. And the boy who set the...

It's hard to hide a pancake face forever … Support severely struggling readers with this hi-lo tale about self-confidence and acceptance. Alice Peasbody has no nose. People point and stare. Only the birds in the garden are Alice's friends. She tries to...

Bestselling YA author Melinda Salisbury exposes the dark underbelly of new technologies and online friendships in this gripping thriller. Ruby Brookes and her best friend Deva have won free places at the Ash Tree Foundation Performing Arts Camp over the...

**A NEW YORK TIMES BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF 2023**Caldecott Medalist Allen Say's tale of a young boy who saves a baby bird from the local bullies is filled with compassion and empathy. Based on a true story and gorgeously illustrated, this story from an...

The debut picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin’. Told with Julie Murphy's trademark humor and heart, this is a clever, funny body-positive story about loving yourself.Barbara “Bunny” Binks comes from a...

Dad, I just want to know how to not become a hashtag. In this gripping read, biracial siblings Reed and Olive hadn’t planned on navigating racial inequality or being roughed up by police on the subway, but as they face the truths and pains of being a...

A Monster Calls meets Coraline, in this spellbinding story about the power of the imagination. The real world is a hostile place for twelve-year-old Bren, his schooldays stalked by vicious bully, Shaun, and his family life fractured at home. Ever since...

Beloved author Rita Williams-Garcia intertwines the lives of three very different teens in this fast-paced, gritty narrative about choices and the impact that even the most seemingly insignificant ones can have. A National Book Award finalist.One...

With her mother present but 'absent' Sprite decides to take action. Right now, Sprite Downberry's life is pretty tough. Her dad's busy and away a lot, and her mum, Sunny, is very moody and unpredictable, so Sprite feels she can't tell her about the...

One of Us Is Lying meets Lord of the Flies meets Fyre Fest in this wickedly addictive and funny YA thriller. Rafi Francisco needs something really special to put her true crime podcast on the map. She sets her sights on River Stone, the hearthrob...

"With colorful, appealing cartoon illustrations and a text that reads aloud well, this touching story encourages kids not only to accept people from different cultures and religions but to stand up for themselves when they're being bullied." —ALA...

From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes unOrdinary – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 BILLION VIEWS and 5.8 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS! NOBODY PAYS MUCH ATTENTION TO JOHN.He’s just a normal teenager at a...

The right book might just change your life ... Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy. Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the...

The fifth screamingly funny novel from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country, now available in paperback. From the bestselling author of Gangsta Granny and Demon Dentist comes another hilarious,...

When the Daniels sisters head out for their annual week's stay at Camp Caracara they anticipate making many more good memories at one of their favorite places in the world. But from the very start, Amber realizes that this year's time at camp is going to...

Boondaburra is an Australian tale of belonging and identity told through a platypus who is bullied by the other animals in the bush because he's a bit different. Fantastic for young classrooms and home bookshelves, Boondaburra teaches children about the...

Harrison is a bit different to the other kids. Each time he tries to speak, he stutters. No Matter how hard he tries, his tongue feels tied up in knots. That is, until one day when Harrison discovers his talent ... Harrison's Song tells the story of...

Graceland was named after the King of Pop’s mansion by her Elvis- obsessed mum. But she’s not rich, not famous and definitely not noticeable. She’s always just been Mikaela’s best friend. That is, until Mikaela leaves school without explanation and...

A gothic romance-thriller – think Rebecca meets Gossip Girl.Freya Jackson Kramer has done some stupid things before, but this is the first time they've been splashed across Facebook. When she escapes to Vinegar House for the holidays, she thinks she's...

The beloved characters from the best-selling School of Monsters series are back in this brand-new, super-size look-and-find exploration of what monsters do all day! Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and most accessible...

There is something about Ivan that makes him different from the others six year olds in his class, and they tease him for it. Ivan is able to explain his uniqueness to us: inside, he believes he is a crocodile. When we accept the invitation to enter...

What does the B in Billie B Brown stand for? Ball! Join soccer star Billie B Brown in her favourite soccer stories, with a bonus Hey Jack! football story! This collectible hardback contains: The Soccer Star The Grumpy Neighbour The...

Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers!Grab this book and take a peek at all the monsters you will meet! Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and...

In her second story from this hilarious graphic novel series about twiggy best friends, Noodle decides to decorate the Big Tree!Noodle is an ARTY twig, and today, she's decorating the Big Tree. But her friends joined in – and now the Big Tree is a...

From the creators of the Real Pigeons series comes the next hilarious graphic novel starring Red Twig, who just might be magic!Red is THRILLED when he discovers that he can do magic! He's finally found something special he can do by himself. But is he...

Jack and his friends love birthday parties, camping holidays and building hide-outs. If there's an adventure to be had, Jack will be there!   From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first...

In Stump's next adventure in this hilarious graphic novel series for young readers, he has a big problem: he is SO GRUMPY!Oh no – Stump's favourite splinter is missing! How terrible. Can Stump's twiggy friends help him get rid of his grumpy, or will he...

In Ziggy's next adventure in this hilarious graphic novel series about twiggy best friends, she goes exploring – and discovers something incredible!The twiggy friends are having a pool party! But Ziggy Twig is a brave explorer, and she is sure she...

Jack and his friends love to make cubbies, build Lego castles and play soccer. Wherever there's fun to be had, Jack will be there!    From the Australian Children’s Laureate Sally Rippin comes this fantastic and beloved first chapter-book...

The beloved characters from the best-selling School of Monsters series are back in this brand-new, super-size look-and-find exploration of what monsters do all day! Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and most accessible...

Welcome to the School of Monsters: the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers!Grab this book and take a peek at all the monsters you will meet!  Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Zap learns how much his friends love him. Zap is a monster who comes from afar in a red rocket ship from a faraway star! Zap is an alien who doesn't speak the local language, and...

In her first story from this hilarious graphic novel series about twiggy best friends, Noodle wants to make some art!   Noodle isn’t just a twig – she’s an ARTIST too. And she knows exactly what she wants to paint. There’s just one problem:...

In the first hilarious adventure in this early graphic novel series about twiggy best friends, Red Twig loves giving surprises!Red is a WILD TWIG who loves surprising his friends. So when he jumps out and yells ‘SURPRISE’ at his friends, he expects them...

Every household needs a copy of Welcome to Sex, the multi-award-winning, #1 best-selling, age-appropriate guide to sex and sexuality for teens of all genders, from the authors of Welcome to Your Period, Welcome to Consent and Welcome to Your...

Craft Roach is an exuberant story about an artsy little bug who lives life a little differently. Written by Rachel Burke (@imakestagram) and with art from best-selling illustrator Daniel Gray-Barnett, Craft Roach is a fun,...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Luna learns how to use her voice! No-one likes to be left out This makes Luna scream and shout! Luna's a ghost, so her classmates can't see how she feels when they accidentally leave...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Bat-Boy Tim learns how to play nicely with his friends! When Bat-Boy Tim comes out to play, why do others run away? Bat-Boy Tim loves to play pranks on the other monsters – but they...

In this hilarious story from the best-selling first-reader series, Deb and Dot learn how to share their friends! Some kids are good and some are not … Some look the same, like Deb and Dot! Deb and Dot are twins and complete opposites. Deb is friendly...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR!The school year is winding down, and Nate can’t wait for summer vacation:  baseball, beach trips, and…overripe bananas?  Yuck!   Turns out Nate has a problem with fruit that’s past its prime.  And...

What happens when you mix teenage boys, a fight club and ethnic rivalries? You get war.   Romeo Makhlouf knows the rules. Stick with your own kind. Don't dob on your mates or even on your enemies. Respect the...

All Sofia wanted was to enjoy her new school, but sadly along came a bully named Imogen Baddley! See how Sofia, with humour and heart, deals with Imogen the bully, causing most unexpected results!

A life affirming story of rehabilitation and hope after prison. The third novel from multi-award-winning Danielle Jawando, perfect for fans of Angie Thomas and Elizabeth Acevedo.   ‘Jawando’s writing is incredibly raw and real; I felt completely...

The third installment of Scott Westerfeld's New York Times bestselling and award-winning Uglies series - a global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend. Tally thought they were a rumor, but now she's one of them. A Special. A super-amped...

The second installment of Scott Westerfeld’s international bestselling Uglies series – the global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend.   In Tally’s world, looks are all that matters. And now that she’s finally undertaken the surgery to...