Books with author Gregory David Roberts

Young Annabel lives in the 1950s and dreams of a future with jetpacks, flying cars and robots. However, little does she know that she is living under an evil spell that could mean she has no future at all...When the curse is fulfilled on her 16th birthday and she falls asleep for 1000 years, her house is overgrown by a magnificent rose tree. A plucky young explorer called Zoe discovers the story of Sleeping Beauty, but can she find Annabel in time to lift the curse and show her what the future actually looks like?Packed with mid-century detail, this gorgeous book will be treasured for years to come.

Have you ever wondered what it was really like on that first Christmas night? The sights, the sounds, the wonder! In the poetic tradition of "T'was the Night before Christmas" comes "On a Night like No Other." Journey back to the story that inspired countless generations to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, the one of a kind birth of Jesus. What made his story so special? Enter the little town of Bethlehem and experience the events that rocked a nation and changed the world!

Have you ever wondered what it was really like on that first Christmas night? The sights, the sounds, the wonder! In the poetic tradition of “T’was the Night before Christmas” comes “On a Night like No Other.” Journey back to the story that inspired countless generations to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas, the one of a kind birth of Jesus. What made his story so special? Enter the little town of Bethlehem and experience the events that rocked a nation and changed the world!

Michael reluctantly returns to school from being on summer holidays. He’s now in year 11, but being a senior carries no weight for him. Michael has been relentlessly bullied for years. As a consequence he has no friends and the teachers couldn't care less about the problem, happier to ignore what happens and pretend it doesn't exist, rather than do anything about it. He’s at the point where he’s about to give up on everything when he meets an annoying year 9 by the name of Xavier. Michael at first is reluctant to talk to Xavier, however, their paths cross through being on detention, for things they weren't really responsible for. Michael eventually stops being hostile and starts to talk. Soon, the boys find they have a lot in common and although Michael is extremely cautious about trusting Xavier, the two become friends. The story sees Michael’s life tossed about, as he is continually bullied, abused and beaten up. Michael struggles to keep it together as there seems to be no escape from being bashed up and humiliated. His friendship with Xavier starts to make a real difference to his life, but it’s not an easy path, little does he know Xavier is receiving the same treatment. The effects bullying has had on Michael, becomes more and more apparent, as he feels increasingly insecure and uncertain about everything. Xavier however, reawakens Michael’s confidence and brings out his fighting spirit. Through their friendship the boys do their best to battle through their school days. Eventually, things come to ahead as the bullies and the school try to destroy the boys’ friendship... Based on a true story, Fight to the End is a novel about bullying at school. Set against the backdrop of rural Australia this heart-wrenching tale explores the murky depths of bullying in our schools. The vicious and damaging effects of bullying are highlighted throughout this story, which depicts the experiences of Michael, a senior student at the school. The world around him is a relentlessly violent place full of threats, hatred and fear. Yet a single spark of hope reignites Michael's fighting spirit and gives him the strength to fight back against insurmountable odds.With incidents of severe bullying constantly coming to light, this book is a must for teens, parents and teachers. Based upon actual events, this novel serves as a means of support to those in similar situations, knowing that there is always hope no matter how desperate a situation may seem. In addition to this it provides a valuable insight for parents and teachers who may suspect someone is being bullied.