AustLit

'Ellie and her mum are starting a new life in a new town and a very, very old building. They're opening a cat café, but there's a lot to do first - like welcoming the Andersons.

'Ellie doesn't want to share her home with strangers, especially Blake and his energetic puppy, Choccy. But when Ellie and Blake discover a magical old phone and a mouse determined to get rid of them, they'll have to find a way to all get along together.' (Publication summary)

'Worried about the future of the cat cafe, Ellie and Blake investigate a rumour at the local park. It's the perfect place to test their new ability to understand animals - and there's a bird who's happy to talk. Shazza the cockatoo is loud, bossy and obsessed with 'numnums'. All she wants is to return to Australia. But for now she'll settle for inviting herself home with Ellie and Blake, who soon learn that getting along with animals can be just as hard as getting along with people.'  (Publication summary)

'This five book collection follows the adventures of Tim Baker as he travels back in time and meets legendary Greek Gods. Only, sometimes they make his life a little complicated...'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Why is Tim's picture on an ancient oil flask at the British Museum? Is Hera planning to trap him with it? How? When? Tim needs a god who can see the future ... I said A GOD WHO CA - And I said no autographs! Only one thing's certain: with puking punks, pomegranate grenades and possible butterfly tornadoes, it's about to get chaotic.' (Publication summary)

'Tim Baker’s got problems: he’s failing maths, banished from Ancient Greece, and confused about what to call Mum’s new boyfriend. What makes a good father anyway? Is it strength, courage and– Strength!

'–like Hercules believes? Is it attractiveness? Wisdom? Intelligence? Does it have anything to do with beans? Let the Labours of Larry/Mr Green begin!' (Publication summary)

'How do you bring a statue to life? Tim and Zoe think they know. If only Jason would help and someone didn’t keep looking at them like flies in a web. Juicy, wriggly, yummy– 'Enough, Arachne! 'Oh well, at least the time-travelling vase is in good hands. Well, god hands. The god of thieves and liars’ hands. Uh oh …' (Publication summary)

'Tim Baker thinks his adventures are over until he hitches a ride to Ancient Greece on a stolen vase. Soon Tim finds himself trapped with an army of peacocks and a hero who can't stop admiring himself. Put that mirror down, Theseus!

'Thank the gods his new friend Zoe is there to help. Just don't tell her dad...' (Publication summary)
 

'When Tim Baker breaks his mum's favourite vase, it's the least of his problems. The Greek hero he's released is in danger of doing far worse. To the flowers, the rug-Oh, no! Not the kitchen! Hercules is only trying to be helpful but he's just hopeless. It's time to send this dim demigod home before Tim becomes ancient history.'  (Publication summary)

'Persephone begins writing her own personal SECRET diary. She is horrified when she has to audition for the school musical and takes comfort in writing down her most SECRET thoughts.

'The Heartfield Heights Musical Extravaganza soon launches into full swing, much to Persephone's dismay and her sister Portia's jubilation.' (From the publisher's website.)

'Perse is back with a new adventure. Follow her holiday antics in her fabulous diary. Perse is set for a fun and exciting holiday, but there’s just one catch. The girls’ annoying seven-year-old next door neighbour, Dillon Pickleton, is going with them! In Perse’s greatest adventure yet she faces the perils of sailing the open seas, swimming with sharks and a dreaded dance-off. In her own hilarious and inimitable style, Perse deals with issues of popularity, fitting in and finding yourself.' (Publication summary)

'Perse and her twin, Portia, are about to turn eleven. How will they celebrate their birthday? Will shy Perse want the same outrageous party as Portia?

'Birthday Bonanza is full of surprises' (Publication summary)

'Can you imagine having a twin? You know, someone who is EXACTLY like you, only way more annoying? I'm Persephone (yes - like the Goddess!), and this is my fabulous diary! Join me as I tell you the exciting adventures that Portia (my twin!) and I find ourselves getting into.

'Totally Twins is a comical four book series following the lives of twins Persephone and Portia as they navigate sibling rivalry, school and adjusting to life in a single parent family. Ideal for readers aged 8+ and fans of Tracy Beaker.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.