Cirrus@Austlit

'The Australian and Japanese armies are fighting World War II in the jungles of Papua. Papua is also the home of Mangivar, a fifteen-year-old boy. When he stumbles across a wounded Australian soldier, it is up to Mangivar to take a message to the Australian camp, warning them of an ambush. Will Mangivar be able to reach the Australian camp?'(Publication summary)

'Chloe and Dad lived alone on New Eden Farm, until he fell in love with Tara. Now Tara's daughter Megan will be Chloe's little sister, and Chloe hates the idea. When Dad gives Megan a white foal named Starlight, it is more than Chloe can bear. She feels like doing something terrible to Megan, but can she live with herself if she does?' (Publication summary)

'Katie's friends think that cricket and the boys that play it are stupid. But Katie really wants to try out for her school team. Are girls allowed to play cricket too? If Katie is brave enough to try and get on the team, she'll have to show up David who thinks he's the greatest player of them all. Reluctant readers 10-14.' (Publication summary)

'Jemma is floating in her dinghy when she sees a boy being kidnapped. His name is David and his parents are mega rich. Jemma wants to save David, but has she got the smarts to beat the kidnappers? Or will Stump the dog give her away? Australian authors. For reluctant readers ages 10-14.' (Publication summary)

'Kevin is being bullied by Jonny Meager, the school's worst bully. Nobody seems to be able to help Kevin. When he hides out in a sushi bar, the owner, Sammy Shu, tells Kevin he must confront Jonny by himself. Kevin knows this would work in the movies, but will it work in real life? Aust authors. Reluctant readers ages 10-14.' (Publication summary)

'Since his accident, Harry has not been too keen on adventure. But to please his father, Harry agrees to go on a quad bike tour. All goes well until a crazy stunt puts the tourists in danger. With everyone relying on him, can Harry overcome his fear to save the day? Australian authors. For reluctant readers ages 10-14.'(Publication summary)

'Pepik is a young boy living in a country that is being controlled by fear. Pepik doesn't understand what is going on, but he knows that his parents want to escape. They need to trick the guards and cross the border into another country. Will Pepik be able to help them reach freedom? Aust authors. For reluctant readers ages 10-14.' (Publication summary)

'Nick Zanetti is the most popular boy in school. He is someone whom Dave respects and admires. When Nick invites Dave to join in with his group, Dave feels as if hes moving up in the world. But Dave soon finds out what Nick is really like. Does Dave have the courage to stand up for what he believes in, even if it means losing his new friends?' (Publication summary)