Tim Winton turns his deft hand to the story of Abel Jackson, his mother, and a giant groper called Blueback. A book that speaks to Australians of all ages about our need to care for the unique world under the sea.
The moving story of eleven year old Seymour's encounter with volatile, adventurous Angie whose seemingly magical world turns out to be fuelled by a dark, destructive habit.
The diary of a spirited young medieval girl whose arranged marriage and education -as a lady of substance makes for entertaining and enlightening reading. Described by one reviewer as a 'medieval Adrian Mote'.
Stranded on a remote island, a young boy and an old blind man come to trust each other as they struggle to survive. A gripping and powerful book that young readers will long remember.
A retelling for children of the classic novel, FALLING LEAVES. This is Yen Mah's own story of a harrowing childhood in pre-war China, growing up in a family that tried to deny her existence.
Five marvellous books in one volume! Each revolves around Arthurian legend and the race to find certain potent symbols from the ancient past to help the Light combat the Dark. Outstandingly absorbing.
A moving and tragic true story of a Jewish girt in World War 11, which has affected readers of all ages, yet celebrates the human spirit and a great talent which had only this one flowering. A modern classic.
A funny and enchanting tale that combines elements of 'The Sleeping Beauty' and 'Cincleirella'. The spirited heroine Ella goes on a quest to break the curses upon her.
The class victim becomes pro-active, "leaming to fly", with the help of an elderly lady in the Nursing Home to which his class group is taken. An unforgettable, well-crafted story of great hope.
No interesting, explosive projects for Simon's class; instead they have bags of flour to nurture as babies - how soppy! Yet with his flour baby, Simon, incorrigible lout, learns about responsibility, parenting and tenderness.
Jonas' world is one of conformity and ritual happiness, but he has been selected to receive the secrets of a world that lies beyond, and to protect his own. His journey is dark and dangerous. Newbery Medal winner with challenging ideas for the thoughtful reader.
Willie Beech is evacuated to the country during World War 11 to stay with Mister Tom. Both gradually learn that life can be fuller and happier through friendship - but their world is threatened by a summons from London.
What more is there to say about this magical fantasy..
A classic about four abandoned children who resourcefully set out on a journey to find their family and home. This is the first in the Tillerman series powerful realistic stories with complex characterisation.
An adventure story told in the classic style, about a young orphan girl whose life changes forever when she is sent to live with greedy distant relatives in South America.
A yachting adventure ends in disaster. Michael is washed overboard and onto an island. But he is not alone. He teams to love the world of his new friend Kensuke. But will he ever be rescued? Why does Kensuke hijack his attempts to escape?
