Cirrus@Austlit

'When dead fish covered in glowing moss wash up on the beach, Kai knows it's time for battle. Was Kai right to choose the Torpedo Bowshot to battle the water beast? Will it work against toxic jellyfish? Will it be enough to take on a wave attack?' (Publication summary)

'James Larwood’s life is perfect – until a single mistake sees him lose everything. When James is released from prison, he is penniless and potentially homeless. Enter James’ tradie brother, Larry, who employs him as a cleaner and starts a factory Book Club to try and get his brother back on his feet. James expects to be lumped with a bunch of uneducated bogans and westies, but comes to realise that this group of misfits are some of the warmest, funniest and most intelligent humans he has ever met.

'Can James claw back the life he once had? The Bogan Book Club – You won’t know whether to laugh or cry, so you’ll probably do both!'  (Publication summary)

'Pugnacious and Scuttlebutt are back for the third time and the Super Duper Shopping Mall will never be the same!

'It’s action aplenty as security guards, S.M. Ellybutt and a feisty granny are on the warpath, trying to stop the doggy destruction!

'But will Scuttlebutt ever get the family he so desperately craves?

'The third book in this series will not disappoint young readers who like a side dish of wacky fun with their books!' (Publication summary) 

'Hannah and Jake Vann-Wong live in the wackiest house on Caper Street, and life at number 9 is a blast - until the day a sold sign goes up on the house across the road.
When the Cruellys move in, stuff begins to happen - funny stuff, weird stuff, and stuff that isn’t funny at all.

'It’s time to learn the Vann-Wong family’s ancient secrets, unlock the vault and access special powers handed down from generation to generation to stop them.

'A transforming dog, a sister struggling to master shape-shifting, and a pile of gear with no instructions - what could possibly go wrong?' (Publication summary)

'Riley Noodle has been trying to break a school record for seven years. There is only one problem: Riley doesn’t think she’s very at good anything. From being superglued to the principal’s dog, accidentally swallowing the class pet and being constantly embarrassed by her dad who is intent on saving the world in a kaftan, this year has been nothing but a series of FAILS!

'Can Riley and her two best friends - Henry, the school’s hot dog eating champion, and the sassy new girl Olivia - help Riley achieve the ultimate goal of finally breaking a school record?'  (Publication summary)

'One more sleep!
I’m so excited! Book Week’s here at last!
What will I wear for dress-up day? I need a costume fast.

'With so many wonderful books to choose from, deciding on the perfect Book Week costume can be a HUGE challenge, but not when you have a family WILD about creativity!' (Publication summary)

'Violet is a science genius.

'Izzy believes in aliens.

'Leonardo da Pinch is a talking crab.

'Together, they’re on a mission to save their school, only, today’s the sort of day when ANYTHING could happen (including an outer space invasion and explosions!) It’s time to get DOWN TO BUSINESS with some wacky science in a GRAPHIC NOVEL that will leave you sitting on the edge of your (toilet) seat!' (Publication summary)

'Numbskull and Nincompoop are the best of friends. They also think a dog kennel is their house and planes are talking flies. This lovable and hilarious duo manage to get themselves into all sorts of sticky situations. Can they defeat Samson O’Reilly, the smartest kid in the entire school and win the Science Fair? Or will they get hit with a sledgehammer, run over by a tractor and shot out of a canon? Only time will tell! Written by wacky bestselling author Adam Wallace, this new series is sure to raise some eyebrows!' (Publication summary)

'WARNING: This time dad has taken things to the next level! If you thought dad had a tough time camping and fishing, wait until you see him try EXTREME SPORTS! From parkour to motorised scooters and skateboarding, this ever-optimistic dad makes sure every day is EPIC!' (Publication summary)

'Brock the Croc lives in a thriving swamp. As the only crocodile, he loves attention and parties all day. Brock rides his motorbike, holds extravagant swamp discos, and plays electric guitar. But when humans set up a worksite next to the swamp, Brock and his friends learn their home is set to be filled-in with concrete! The animals all turn to Brock to save them, but has he been exaggerating his achievements? Will he be able to live up to his reputation and stop the humans from destroying the swamp forever?' (Publication summary)

'Brittany and Co. are horse crazy, but when their headmistress, Ms Tralala, bans their actual horses from their extracurricular school horse club, they decide instead to compete in The First Inaugural International Hobby Horse Championships in Paris (TFIIHHCiP). To raise money for their trip they attempt to sell radioactive chocolate crackles outside the village bookshop! With the help of Ms Tralala, who insists on joining them on their adventure, Brittany and Co. take on Paris in a way that Paris has never been taken on before. Will it matter that they haven't done a scrap of practice for their big competition? Be warned. This book will make you laugh until you puke.' (Publication summary)

'There is something sinister stirring in the town of Shadow Grove. Something that requires the talent, training and dedication of professional urban legend (aka monster) hunters.

'It’s a shame we don’t have any of those…

'Meet storyteller Jeremy who loves telling tales that will make your blood curdle, fearless Samantha Small and Bad Boris, who may is anything but bad! 

'This is not a fairytale. This is a hair-raising, spine-tingling, heart-pounding, hilarious adventure that is sure to scare the snot right out of you. 

'Think you’re brave enough? Why don’t you take a seat around the campfire so you can hear the urban legend about the terrifying tale of THE DREADED MR SNIPE.

'Perfect for readers who love adventure, fun and spooky stories all mashed into one big poetic mystery!' (Publication summary)

'Jeff Giraffe dreams of adventure, and he's not going to let his zoo enclosure stop him! With his seal sidekick, Roger, it's time for ... THE GREAT ESCAPE! What could go wrong?!' (Publication summary)