Alex has only ever wanted one thing: to attend Kicking it Football Academy to one day make her dream of becoming a professional footballer come true. Alex’s dream is to attend Kicking It Football Academy—the best football academy in the country. Now that she’s eleven, she’s finally the right age to try out. But her mum and dad are set on her going to another school … will she be able to convince them? Or will she have to say goodbye to her dream before she’s even had a chance to make it a ...

When Logan moves to a new town he discovers the local skatepark and the joys of BMX riding. Little Logan wants to pull off some big tricks but they're not as easy as they look! He'll need to put in lots of hard work and practice to conquer the half pipe. Can he overcome the jitters, nail a new trick and find a way to have fun?Celebrating hard work, dedication and self belief, this story will delight young readers and bike riders.

When Logan moves to a new town he discovers the local skatepark and the joys of BMX riding. Little Logan wants to pull off some big tricks but they're not as easy as they look! He'll need to put in lots of hard work and practice to conquer the half pipe. Can he overcome the jitters, nail a new trick and find a way to have fun?Celebrating hard work, dedication and self belief, this story will delight young readers and bike riders.

A novel from Australia's top female skateboarder, written with Jess Black, author of the bestselling Kaboom Kid series.My name is Poppy Starr Olsen. I’m twelve. I’m a bit of a dreamer. Okay, a lot ofa dreamer. I love drawing and being creative. I also swim, surf and skate. And, well, this is my story . . .You’ll meet my family. They’re really loud but I love them to bits. And you’ll meet my friends - they’re so cool.There’s some drama in my story, too. Think:...

Eddie Woo Super Sleuth: a mind for maths and a nose for adventureA treasure hunt, a piano key, ciphers, a puzzle from the past ...Eddie Woo and his best friends Rusty and DT must find clues, crack a musical mystery, scale a lighthouse, discover a secret cave and find long-forgotten gold. But they are not the only ones searching for it ...Eddie Woo is Australia's favourite maths teacher and the presenter of Teenage Boss on ABC TV. He is also...

A warmly funny junior-fiction series about Kitty, a little girl who believes she can be anything she dreams - even a cat. When Kitty arrives on the doorstep of a house full of music-mad felines, their lives are turned upside down as they attempt to teach her how to be human.Some children hate going to bed. Not Kitty! Kitty falls asleep every night curled up snug as a bug in a bed box. That is, until one spooky night when Kitty's night-light goes missing and her fear of the dark com...

A fun, heartwarming series about the puppies that train to become Guide Dogs and the families who help raise them.Six-month-old Guide Dog puppy Ringo can already sit, stay and is full of smiles. His Puppy Raisers, the Hedges family, decide Ringo is ready to join them on a road trip up the coast.The kids, April and Archie, begin counting down the days until they leave. Ringo’s excited too! When they arrive, Ringo is fascinated with the new environment. It se...

A fun, heartwarming series about the puppies that train to become Guide Dogs and the families who help raise them.Lexie and Tom Walker are super excited to meet their new eight-week-old puppy, Harley. Harley is extra special because she’s a Guide Dog puppy in training!While Harley is gorgeous, she’s also cheeky and good at causing trouble. In particular, she loves to chew things! It’s up to Lexie and Tom, with their Puppy Raising Officer’s help, to teach Ha...

It's all systems go as the staff prepare for the arrival of an important reviewer. This could be make or break and, with the manager away on holiday, it's up to Mr Walker to be at his charming best. All goes according to plan until Mr Walker sniffs a hint of confusion in the air. Uh-oh! Will this spell success or disaster for our favourite labrador?

One of the hotel's most treasured staff members is leaving and, while Mr Walker is sad to see Josephine go, he is determined to make her last week a memorable one. If only he can think of the perfect present. First things first - to cope with the summer heatwave and prepare for the Guide Dogs fundraiser. Oof, our little labrador is going to need a nap after this adventure!

There's a special anniversary celebration happening at the hotel and everyone is excited – especially Mr Walker! A famous chef is flown in for the event, and although she is all smiles and sweet delights, Chef Remy is none too pleased about sharing his kitchen. Mr Walker smells trouble . . . big trouble indeed.

Halloween is just around the corner and with it comes the promise of treats and walks. Mr Walker can't wait! That is, until his toy wombat disappears without a trace and strange noises start up in the night. Is it Mr Walker's imagination or is there a guest of the spooky kind visiting the hotel . . .?