It is tough being a kid. Navigating various types of emotions can be challenging. When I CAN’T, strives to help, children rely on God’s Word to get through. Through colorful illustration, When I CAN’T, is a book, all children can relate too and learn from. It is never too early to introduce your child to the Word of God.

If you like Melina Marchetta and Barry Jonsberg, you'll love Maria Boyd's novel about being in Year 11, being in trouble and being a good friend.Will is in trouble and everyone's worried. They reckon it's because of what happened six months ago. He doesn't know what they're on about.The latest incident lands him in Deputy Waddlehead's office. His school career is over. That is, until his 'concerned' English teacher fixes it so he gets a punishment ten thous...

THE CRIMEIt all started when Will mooned the girls' school bus. It wasn't his finest moment. And it's the last time William Armstrong will sully the St. Andrew's community, says Principal Waddlehead-er, Waverton.THE PUNISHMENTThat's when a teacher worried about Will's home situation comes up with an idea. Why not let Will, a talented guitarist, give back to the school in a progressive manner? Why not have him play in . . . THE SCHOOL MUSICAL?THE MUSICALNo...

One day Izzy and her friends are surprised to find that their teacher, Miss Jones, is actually being nice to them. This is the woman who was caught secretly smiling when Maisie Miller fell off her chair. There can only be one conclusion: she's been taken over by aliens, and now she wants to make them all aliens too! From the book: One time I found a crisp shaped EXACTLY like Mrs Cunningham who lives upstairs and when I showed Mum she just said, 'No thanks, you eat it.' I obviously did NOT ...

Life threatening cancer brings two teens together in this “story about moving through the trajectory of illness and loss and then beyond it” (Bulletin, starred review) in the bestselling tradition of John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars.Francis is determined to forge his own way in school and life despite his loony, awkward, broken family...and noticeable lack of friends. Then he is diagnosed with leukemia. It wasn’t part of his strategy, but there...

'Finally a book that tackles the big issues - and the ones all girls face (frizzy hair, formal dates, and what to do about that boy).'- Sarah Tarca, Editor of GirlfriendSeventeen-year-old Sophie hates Monday mornings, socks worn with sandals, and having to strategise like she's a battle sergeant every time she asks her parents if she can go out. But she especially hates being stereotyped because she's Lebanese.When New Guy, Shehadie...

In this thoughtful and engaging collection, 11 acclaimed authors explore the highs and lows of growing up and shining on in the face of obstacles. A parent's departure, a sister's illness, a cheerleader's breakup, a family's secrets . . . these stories sensitively capture the challenges—and triumphs—of finding the way to a bright tomorrow.Featuring powerful stories by Lois Lowry, Meg Rosoff, Meg Cabot, Melvin Burgess, Sue Limb, and more. . . .A portion of the money generated from the sale ...

The hugely popular Sleepover Club series is back with a gorgeous new look. Meet Frankie, Kenny, Fliss, Rosie and Lyndz – five best friends who just want to have fun!Fliss persuades the rest of her pals to come along for moral support when she goes to audition for a TV commercial, and the girls are really excited to go along. Maybe Fliss could become a TV star! But when all five girls decide to try out for the same commercial, Fliss is not happy at all, and rivalry threatens to ruin...

What if fairy tales were turned on their head? Book 1 of the successful and ever growing Twisted Fairy Tale Series.A unique spin on traditional fairy tales that children from 2 - 10 will love. Adults will enjoy the humour too!The Twisted Fairy Tales are a series of stories where everything is different and nothing is as it seems!Written with colourful characters, fairy tale cameos and surprises along the way.Read, share and enjoy them all.You might we...

Stuff Happens is an important new series for boys about everyday challenges. Created by Susannah McFarlane, the series editor, the series is written by established authors Tony Wilson, Andrew Daddo, Philip Gwynne, Will Kostakis, Scot Gardner, Justin D'Ath, James Roy, Pat Flynn and Alex McDiarmid. Each book features a different character and follows them as they overcome a particular everyday challenge.Aimed at boys aged between 7 and 11, the Stuff Happens series explores those every...

A girl with her whole life ahead of her.A terrible accident.An inspiring story of triumph over trauma.Aged 15, Jordan was a happy-go-lucky girl; having fun with friends and loving life. In one fateful moment, everything changed. A car accident left her paralysed from the chest down and shocked her into deep depression. She was on the brink of giving up. But gradually Jordan realised there is hope beyond utter devastation, and life beyond disability.

Join the Sleepover Club: Frankie, Kenny, Felicity, Rosie and Lyndsey, five girls who just want to have fun – but who always end up in mischief!Join the girls as they struggle with their consciences. Should they concentrate on their SAT test revision, or their fab gym routines? Read on and find out…