Jaclyn Moriarty is a celebrated Australian author whose writing captivates young adult readers. Her works often explore the intricate landscape of adolescent life with a keen understanding of its complexities and joys. Moriarty's distinctive narrative style and insightful portrayal of characters resonate deeply, making her stories memorable and impactful for a generation of readers.
The fifth in the Bronte Mettlestone series, Lillian Velvet lives with her unpleasant grandmother when one day she is given a jar of coins that take her through time and space, providing answers to questions she didn't even know about... what exactly is the secret of Lillian Velvet?
Esther Mettlestone-Staranise (cousin to Bronte) is looking forward to another year at Katherine Valley Boarding School. But she arrives to find a number of strange and unsettling changes. Her new teacher is rumoured to be an Ogre. The mountains surrounding the school - usually a delight of glaciers, teashops, lakes and Faeries - are now crowded with wicked Shadow Mages. Meanwhile, on the other side of the kingdom, the little Prince of Cloudburst who was stolen from the seashore by a Water Sprite, has found his way home. The King and Queen are planning the biggest party in their Kingdom's history to welcome him.As secrets and dangers escalate, Esther - who is not talented like her sisters, nor an adventurer like her cousin - must find answers to several puzzles. Why is her teacher behaving so oddly? Which of Esther's classmates is the Spellbinder? And could the Stolen Prince of Cloudburst be connected in some way.?Perhaps Esther is more talented than she thinks as she must battle to save her school, her family, and possibly her whole world. Esther Mettlestone-Staranise (cousin to Bronte) is looking forward to another year at Katherine Valley Boarding School. But she arrives to find a number of strange and unsettling changes. Her new teacher is rumoured to be an Ogre. The mountains surrounding the school - usually a delight of glaciers, teashops, lakes and Faeries - are now crowded with wicked Shadow Mages.
'Astonishingly wonderful and magical and moving and uplifting and DIFFERENT.' Marian Keyes
The first middle-grade novel from the acclaimed author of "The Year of Secret Assignments." After her parents are killed, 10-year-old Bronte learns that their will (reinforced with magic) requires her to deliver gifts to her 10 aunts. Bronte suspects there may be more to this journey than the simple delivery of treasure.
Originally published: Crows Nest NSW Australia: Allen & Unwin Childrens, 2018 under the title, The slightly alarming tale of the whispering wars.
A tale of missing persons unfolds as Madeleine and her mother escape their past in Cambridge, while Elliot searches for his father, who vanished after his uncle's death. As they exchange messages across worlds, they confront dangerous "color storms," the myth of the "Butterfly Child," and unexpected romantic developments.
Amelia & Riley have transferred to Ashbury for their final year of school, & everyone is obsessed with them. Glamorous, talented & totally devoted to one another, the two of them drift through school in their own world. But there's more to the couple than meets the eye - they have secrets. But, some secrets are dangerous to share.
Stories About Loving -- and Loathing -- Your Body
How often do you find yourself looking in the mirror? And smiling at what you see?More likely, you're thinking what you see Fat, Ugly, Skinny, Round, Stacked or Flat, Bad or Good. From reality television to tabloid headlines, we're all surrounded by weight and discussion of weight. In this collection, a stellar lineup of YA writers sound off on body image., self-esteem, diets, eating disorders, boys, fashion magazines, and why trying on jeans is a bad experience for everyone. There are eight powerful short stories and six moving personal essays from authors whose works include two New York Times bestsellers, a Los Angeles TImes Book Prize, and a Printz Honor; an appendix offers book, movie, and music recommendations. (And in case you're still wondering, No this book does not make you look fat.)
A Girl with Something to Hide
To protect its secret, the Zing family uses misguided spell books and surveillance equipment. Into their world comes socially isolated Listen Taylor, whose father is dating a Zing. Enter Cath Murphy, a young heartbroken teacher at the elementary school that Cassie Zing attends. How will these two young women connect?
