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MARCH 2017 Frogkisser! Garth Nix A rollicking fantasy-adventure by the master of children's speculative fiction. Description Talking dogs. Mischievous wizards. An evil stepstepfather. Loads and loads of toads. Such is the life of a Frogkisser. Princess Anya needs to see a wizard about a frog. It's not her frog, it's her sister's. And it's not a frog, it's actually a prince. A prince who was once in love with Anya's sister, but has now been turned into a frog by their evil stepstepfather. And Anya has made a 'sister promise' that she will find a way to return Prince Denholm to human form... So begins an exciting, hilarious, irreverent quest through the Kingdom of Trallonia and out the other side, in a fantastical tale for all ages, full of laughs and danger, surprises and delights, and an immense population of frogs. '[A] beautifully told romp of a fairy tale ... Wise and wondrous.' - Holly Black About the Author GARTH NIX was born in 1963 in Melbourne, Australia. A full-time writer since 2001, he previously worked as a literary agent, marketing consultant, book editor, book publicist, book sales representative, bookseller, and as a part-time soldier in the Australian Army Reserve. Garth's books include the award-winning young adult fantasy novels Sabriel, Lirael, Abhorsen and Clariel; the dystopian novel Shade's Children; and the space opera A Confusion of Princes. His fantasy novels for children include The Ragwitch; the six books of the Seventh Tower sequence; the Keys to the Kingdom series; and the Troubletwisters series and Spirit Animals: Blood Ties (co- written with Sean Williams). More than five million copies of his books have been sold around the world, his books have appeared on the bestseller lists of the New York Times, Publishers Weekly, the Times and The Australian, and his work has been translated into more than forty-one languages. He lives in a Sydney beach suburb with his wife and two children. Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781760293512 Format: Paperback - Demy format Dimensions: 208x138mm Extent: 336 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: The Old Kingdom series: Sabriel (1995); Lirael (2001); Abhorsen (2003); A & U Children MARCH 2017 Frogkisser! 10 copy pack Includes 10 copies of Frogkisser plus a free reading copy and a wobbler Description About the Author Price: $199.90 (NZ$229.90) ISBN: 9324551056332 Format: Dimensions: 0x0mm Extent: 0 pages Main Category: Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: A & U Children MARCH 2017 The Things We Promise J. C. Burke Gemma's older brother Billy made her a promise that he would ensure she looked fabulous for her first school formal. But his circumstances change dramatically and Billy's promise becomes the least of the family's concerns. Description There are two things you need to know about me. The first is that I remember life by what I was wearing. The second is that I think too much. It's the early 1990s and all Gemma can think about is looking perfect for her first school formal. Gemma's brother Billy - New York's up and coming hair and make-up artist - has made her the ultimate promise: he's returning home especially to 'create magic' on her and two friends for their end-of-year formal. Gemma's best friend, Andrea, is convinced it'll be their moment to shine; Gemma hopes it's the night Ralph will finally notice her. But when Billy arrives home from New York, Gemma's life becomes complicated. Her family's been keeping secrets; friendships are forged and broken; and suddenly the length of her formal dress is the least of her worries. Set in a time of uncertainty and fear, The Things We Promise is a beautifully told novel that sings with emotion, humour and heartbreak. About the Author J.C. Burke has published a number of acclaimed books for teenagers and young adults, including CBCA Notable Books White Lies and The Red Cardigan, Aurealis Awards finalist Nine Letters Long, The Story of Tom Brennan, Faking Sweet, Starfish Sisters, Ocean Pearl, Pig Boy and Pretty Girl. The Story of Tom Brennan won the 2006 CBCA Book of the Year, Older Readers and the 2006 Australian Family Therapists Award for Children's Literature and it is currently on the NSW HSC syllabus list. Pig Boy won the Ned Kelly Award for Best Crime Fiction in 2012. Price: $19.99 (NZ$22.99) ISBN: 9781760290405 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 384 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFB General Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Pretty Girl, Random House 2013 Pig Boy, Random House 2011 Ocean Pearl, Random House 2008 Starfish Sisters, Random House 2007 A & U Children MARCH 2017 The Things We Promise 8 copy pack Includes 8 copies of The Things We Promise plus a free reading copy. Description About the Author Price: $159.92 (NZ$183.92) ISBN: 9324551056356 Format: Dimensions: 0x0mm Extent: 0 pages Main Category: Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: A & U Children MARCH 2017 Henrietta and the Perfect Night Martine Murray Henrietta, the great go-getter, is going to be a big sister, but she'll have to wait half way to Christmas before the baby is ready. Five charming and quirky stories from the author of the CBCA shotlisted book Molly and Pim and the Millions of Stars. Description Hello everybody, it's me. Henrietta the Great Go-Getter, and I'm having a big think. Right now I'm thinking I'd like a baby sister, so I can dress her up in different sorts of hats. But Mum says we'll have to wait and see. I'm terrible at waiting. Meanwhile, I'm an explorer of life, and that includes trees, bugs, animals and all mysteries. I'm going to school for the very first time, which means I might have to go as a spy so that I can have a secret peep inside... When Henrietta sees Olive Higgie crying in the classroom, she goes on a rescue mission and finds that you only need one friend in a room full of strangers to feel perfectly happy. Henrietta's stories are full of funny thoughts and discoveries, and maybe the best are the ones that take a long time to come. About the Author Martine Murray was born in Melbourne. She has studied acrobatics, dance, yoga and writing. In addition to her Henrietta books, she has written two picture books, illustrated one, and written four novels that have sold extensively overseas. Price: $16.99 (NZ$18.99) ISBN: 9781760290245 Format: Hard Cover Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 96 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFA Classic Fiction Illustrations: full colour throughout Previous Titles: Molly and Pim and the Millions of Stars (Text) 2015 Henrietta there's no one better (A&U) 2004 Henrietta the great go-getter (A&U) 2006 A & U Children MARCH 2017 Henrietta and the Perfect Night 8 copy pack Includes 8 copies of Henrietta and the Perfect Night plus a mobile and a free display copy. Description About the Author Price: $135.92 (NZ$151.92) ISBN: 9324551056363 Format: Dimensions: 0x0mm Extent: 0 pages Main Category: Sub Category: Illustrations: Previous Titles: Author now living: A & U Children MARCH 2017 Spirit Week Shenanigans: Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja Book 8 Marcus Emerson Continuing the havoc-meets-hilarious adventures of Chase Cooper, who is the leader of a secret society of ninjas at his school. Description The name's Chase Cooper, and this is my eighth diary as a 6th grade ninja. After having the worst week of my life, you'd think I'd try to relax and maybe stay out of the limelight, right? Nope! Zoe has me in front of the entire school playing in the Spirit Week Competition that she's set up as the new president of Buchanan. The problem is that Wyatt's playing too, and if he wins, his red ninjas will become stronger than ever before. I've been recruited to keep that from happening, and all I have to do is outlast him, but no matter how hard I play, he keeps on winning. I guess despite all his evilness, the kid has mad game. Oh, and did I mention the Scavengers want revenge? Ah, yup. It's true what they say - the toilet bowl goes deeper than anyone imagines, and I'm the only one that can get to the bottom of it... that's a saying, right? ...if it is, then it's way gross. About the Author Marcus Emerson is the author of several highly imaginative children's books including the popular Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja series and the Secret Agent 6th Grader series. His goal is to create children's books that are engaging, funny, and inspirational for kids of all ages - even the adults who secretly never grew up. He is a comic book reader, video game player and toy collector. Price: $12.99 (NZ$14.99) ISBN: 9781760295622 Format: Paperback - B format Dimensions: 198x128mm Extent: 272 pages Main Category: Y Children's Sub Category: YFA Classic Fiction Illustrations: Previous Titles: Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja (books 1-10) series Secret Agent 6th Grader series by Marcus Emerson & Noah Child Secret Agent 6th Grader (2013) Ice Cold Suckerpunch: Secret Agent 6th Grader 2 (2013) A & U Children MARCH 2017 The Scavengers Strike Back: Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja Book 9 Marcus Emerson Continuing the havoc-meets-hilarious adventures of Chase Cooper, who is the leader of a secret society of ninjas at his school.