Eleanor Coombe Eleanor Coombe i(A12490 works by) (birth name: Eleanor Cane)
Also writes as: Dan Jerris
Born: Established: 1952 Tasmania, ;
Gender: Female
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1 y separately published work icon Space Quest Antares Eleanor Coombe , Tasmania : Eleanor Coombe , 2013 7605214 2013 single work children's fiction children's science fiction

'A space adventure. Three children find themselves on Antares a planet in another solar system. There they are enslaved by terrible farting bomelwubbs. Luckily their genetically modified friend Zenger, comes to their rescue. Loads of exciting adventures, bravery and escapes. A fun, strong story line for 8 to 12 year olds.' (Publication summary)

1 1 y separately published work icon The Cursed City Eleanor Coombe , Sydney : Hachette Australia , 2013 6191212 2013 single work children's fiction children's adventure thriller

'A gripping, action-packed new adventure series.

'Arky Steele is a not your average 12-year-old: his mother is an adventurer and his father is an archaeologist. With them, he travels the world hunting for ancient treasures and trying to stay one step ahead of their nemesis, evil billionaire Goran Rulec.

'In The Cursed City, Arky and his friend Bear join an expedition to find a mythical lost city that holds a priceless treasure. But not everyone on the expedition is on their side ...

'E. Coombe's fast-paced writing in the Arky Steele Adventures is full of twists and turns, blending danger, suspense and humour. ' (Publisher's blurb)

1 1 y separately published work icon Guardian of the Tomb Eleanor Coombe , Sydney : Hachette Australia , 2013 6191114 2013 single work children's fiction children's adventure thriller

'A gripping, action-packed new adventure series.

'Arky Steele is a not your average 12-year-old: his mother is an adventurer and his father is an archaeologist. With them, he travels the world hunting for ancient treasures and trying to stay one step ahead of their nemesis, evil billionaire Goran Rulec.

'In Guardian Of The Tomb, Arky accompanies his dad on a mission to Mongolia to find the lost treasure of one of the world s most infamous despots, Genghis Khan. But they are not alone: a band of criminals is determined to thwart Arky at every turn.

'E. Coombe s fast-paced writing in the Arky Steele Adventures is full of twists and turns, blending danger, suspense and humour. ' (Publisher's blurb)

1 1 y separately published work icon Arky Steele Eleanor Coombe , 2013 Sydney : Hachette Australia , 2013- 6191086 2013 series - author children's fiction children's adventure thriller
1 y separately published work icon All Kinds of Death Eleanor Coombe , Tasmania : Eleanor Coombe , 2012 6861073 2012 selected work short story

'Interwoven with the powerful Australian landscape come thirteen evocative stories. From the desert with all its dangers and the sea with all its unpredictability, to the thwarted housewife and the excruciating embarrassment of a teenage boy, you will be taken on a literary adventure. Emotionally charged and exciting, you will enjoy the journey of the characters and experience all kinds of death.' (Publisher's blurb)

1 y separately published work icon Burying Ground Point : A Ghost Story Eleanor Coombe , Tasmania : Eleanor Coombe , 2012 6861029 2012 single work novel fantasy

'A ghost story, set in Tasmania, Australia.

'From a famous Tasmanian author comes a brilliantly written ghost story. Set in a remote sea-side town, an ancient evil erupts from the ocean, bringing with it the lost souls of the drowned. Burying Ground Point and a frightened young girl are all that stand in the way of an ancient ghostly force as it wreaks havoc and takes more lives. The townsfolk, riven by fear and superstition, try to find a scapegoat. The situation escalates into arson, murder and suicide.' (Publisher's blurb)

1 y separately published work icon Dragon's Pearl : A Ghost Story Eleanor Coombe , Tasmania : Eleanor Coombe , 2012 6860979 2012 single work novel fantasy

'A disturbing ghost story full of sensuality and passion.

'In the wild country of Australia is an ancient and mysterious lake. Near the lake stands a dead tree, where a child drowned and a woman committed suicide. A weird luminescent plant is discovered under this tree: the Dragon's Pearl, the herb of eternal life. The Dragon's Pearl has paranormal properties. Ghosts are sighted, the lake begins to disappear and dank mists exert a terrifying energy, overpowering and destructive. The swirling mists of dragon's breath around the lake bring death, eerie ghosts and unfettered passions.' (Publisher's blurb)

1 y separately published work icon The Legend of Dragon Island Dan Jerris , 2011 New York (City) : Orchard Books , 2011- 11879656 2011 series - author children's fiction
1 Eleanor Coombe : The Books That Changed Me Eleanor Coombe , 2009 single work column
— Appears in: The Sun-Herald , 1 February 2009; (p. 10-11)
Eleanor Coombe nominates five books that changed her.
2 y separately published work icon The Power of the Scabbard Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2009 11879981 2009 single work children's fiction children's adventure

'Having found the Scabbard of Invincibility, Al and Jack can set about restoring peace to the Dragon Blood Islands, but not if Blacktooth and Snotty Nell have anything to do with it. Jack and Al must summon all their strength and courage if they are to succeed...' (Publication summary)

2 y separately published work icon The Zombies' Treasure Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2009 11879934 2009 single work children's fiction children's adventure

'Al and Jack are terrified to find themselves floating aboard a scary galleon with one lone pirate and many skeletons. Will the boys uncover the secret of the blue potion the pirate carries? Or will they become his latest unlucky victims?' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon The Sorcerer`s Death Mask Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2009 11879849 2009 single work children's fiction children's adventure

'Hidden in the depths of Dragon Island lies the tomb of a mysterious sorcerer and his golden mask. 
'Can Al, Jack and Gunner brave the gruesome legend of Demon Dan to find the treasure?' (Publication summary)

2 y separately published work icon The Evil Pearl Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2009 11879776 2009 single work children's fiction children's adventure

'Evil Pearl needs more children to sacrifice to her terrifying sea-monster... So when Jack and Al stumble across Evil Pearl's eerie city they face their toughest challenge yet. Can the boys save the other children from their horrifying fates - or will they join them?' (Publication summary)

2 y separately published work icon The Golden Casket Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2009 11879729 2009 single work children's fiction children's adventure

'Alleric Castle holds the key to the whereabouts of the legendary Golden Casket, but Al and Jack will have to do much more than just find a map to the treasure. Ancient riddles and the greedy Snotty Nell stand in their way...' (Publication summary)

2 y separately published work icon The Deathless Pirate King Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2009 11879682 2009 single work children's fiction children's adventure

'Al and Jack must rescue Princess Haree from the evil pirate, Razor Toe. But it won't be easy - Razor Toe has a dangerous secret. Can Al and Jack uncover the pirate's dastardly plans and save the princess?' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon Skulls and Sabres Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2008 Z1582873 2008 single work children's fiction fantasy children's

'"We will get you!" moan the phantoms of Ghost Island. If Jack and Al are to find the mysterious Dragon Blood Sabre, they must come face to face with the most terrifying pirate of all...'(Publication summary)

2 y separately published work icon Treasure and Trouble Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2008 Z1582870 2008 single work children's fiction fantasy children's

'Jack and Al have been kidnapped aboard The Tormentor! Now they must work out the code to find the missing Dragon Blood Sabre... Can they battle against pirates and deadly sharks to survive?' (Publication summary)

2 y separately published work icon Jewels and Jolly Rogers Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2008 Z1582861 2008 single work children's fiction fantasy children's

'There is treasure to be found on Cannibal Island...if you can get past the gruesome shrunken heads that chant from the trees, "Dinner you'll be!" Will Jack and Al make it out of there alive and find the mysterious Dragon Blood Sabre?'(Publication summary)

2 1 y separately published work icon Idols and Ivory Dan Jerris , Rory Walker (illustrator), Sydney : Lothian , 2008 Z1582856 2008 single work children's fiction fantasy children's

'Evil Captain Blacktooth and Snotty Nell are up to no good - and the elephants of Sabre Island are in danger!

'Can Jack and Al find the Dragon Blood Sabre before it's too late?'(Publication summary)

1 1 y separately published work icon Death Diamond Dan Jerris , Sydney : Lothian , 2008 Z1582847 2008 single work children's fiction fantasy children's 'What are Al and Owen doing on a small rocky outcrop in the middle of the ocean? Does it have anything to do with the old sea trunk they were peering into only seconds ago? And are the pirates who rescue them friends or foes?' (Publisher's blurb)
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