Inspired by true events.
Think 'Fault in Our Stars' meets 'Euphoria' set in Australia.
What makes you happy, Tyler?
Nothing. My best friend is becoming more dangerous. My mum screams nonsense at me, drunk and delusional. Sometimes it feels like she doesn't know I exist.
I did meet this one girl, Amberley. Every time I'm with her, I feel warm. She helps, but I can't lean on her forever. She's dying.
Besides Amberley, the only time l've ever felt a sort of happiness was when I tried to end my life. It was first day of my senior year and my second attempt at suicide. With a rope around my neck, I jumped, and for a moment, I was happy. There were no thoughts, no worries and no one around.
"An excellent form to teach children, not only about different species of animals, but to inform them of this disastrous event" - Booklife.
Inspired by true events.
Come gather, come gather, for Illuka, the koala, is ready to explain how he and his friends survived the 2019-20 Australian bushfires.
Yes, yes, he is, he is! All of the animals in the bush have come together to uncover the truth behind Alinta, the flame, and her dancing orange lights.
Please, join us, join us! Open this classic adventure, and follow Illuka and Bouddi, the sugar glider, as they explore the Blue Mountains and face the black sky.
Quickly now. The family herd is waiting!
In a fantasy world where everyone is divided by colour, a young adult, Perry, and his best friend, Faith, are coerced into a life-changing adventure to prevent the slow death of their friend. Unfortunately, their friend is melting and only one person knows how to save him.
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In a fantasy world where everyone is divided by colour, a young teen, Perry, and his best friend, Faith, are coerced into a thrilling adventure after the demise of their home. On the run, the duo learn that they have magical powers; the only problem is that when they use their gifts, they must sacrifice something else in return.
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X-Press Magazine
Oliver Smuhar was still in high school when he released his first award-winning novel. Now he has plans for the second in the midst of a pandemic.
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The Daily Telegraph