Books published by publisher Diamond Media Press

When Phyllis Wong's friend Clement finds a seemingly ordinary old movie poster in an antique shop, little does Phyllis know that the discovery will fling her on a journey into the past ... a journey that will lead the brilliant young magician and clever sleuth to a forgotten mystery surrounding one of the most famous stories ever written!Another startling, electrifying tale of Transiting from the ever-animated imagination of Geoffrey McSkimming!The fifth Phyllis Wong: Time Detective mystery.

When Phyllis Wong, that brilliant young magician and clever sleuth, discovers a mysterious stranger who keeps appearing by the rotunda in City Park, little does she know that the Time he brings with him will lead her into a world of danger, intrigue and undiscovered threats from the past!Will Phyllis’s magic be enough to save her from the perils that will cross her path? Will she be able to solve the riddle of the stranger and the place from which he comes?A haunting story, swirling through the world of words and the ticking of time!The seventh Phyllis Wong: Time Detective mystery.

A seemingly ordinary vase is stolen from the Greek Archaeological Museum by a figure swathed in mystery. But the vase -- an ancient alabastron -- holds a secret: a potent force within it that must NOT be allowed to escape!It is up to Cairo Jim (that well-known archaeologist and little-known poet) and friends to track down the thief, before the alabastron's mysterious contents are unleashed upon the modern world ...The fourth flabbergasting adventure for Cairo Jim!"If Mr. McSkimming's tongue were more firmly embedded in his cheek he'd risk permanent speech impediment." -- Australian Book Review"An over-the-top action-packed adventure filled with crime, mystery, intrigue and outrageous puns, it is rollicking good fun." -- Viewpoint"A brilliant thriller ... will whet the reader's appetite for more." -- Southside Chronicle, ACT, Australia

When the manicured evil genius, Captain Neptune F. Bone, disappears in the Red Sea while diving for a lost sarcophagus, that well-known archaeologist and little-known poet, Cairo Jim, is called in to try and help find him in the dark and watery depths. But when Jim, Doris the macaw and Brenda the Wonder Camel take the plunge, little do they know that what they are about to find will become one of the most flabbergasting discoveries in the history of archaeology!The third extraordinary Cairo Jim mystery of history!"If Mr. McSkimming's tongue were more firmly embedded in his cheek he'd risk permanent speech impediment." -- Australian Book Review"This is McSkimming at his best, full of vile puns and impossible predicaments, and rapidly becoming an institution amongst the initiated." -- Australian Bookseller & Publisher

WINNER OF THE 2014 YERBY AWARD FOR FICTIONREADERS CALL The Key of Elyon and the books in the Key Guardian Journal series "captivating" and "magical." Take a step into another realm with Stephen and Lucy and follow their fantastic journeys!An ancient book, a mysterious key and a king from another realm lead Stephen and his grandfather on the adventure of their lives. For 12 year-old Stephen to fulfill his destiny, however, he must discover the secret of the Key of Elyon.

When a series of strange and unexpected incidents plunges her world into chaos, Phyllis Wong—that brilliant magician and clever sleuth—is faced with danger, uncertainty and an unremembered scientific theory that threatens everything she knows and trusts!Will she solve the mystery of these weird happenings? Will things ever be the same for the young prestidigitator? Can her magic defeat the doom of the gloom?Another time-turning tale from the pen of that tireless scribbler, Geoffrey McSkimming.

As an awkward scribe of nineteen, Zerrick should be courting ladies; or helping the Reverend, his father, in his endless tirades against magic. But a local girl has been accused of witchcraft, the mayor's son is ill, and the town is clamoring to put all users of magic to the stake. He can't tell them that he's the one they're hunting for.Forced to flee, Zerrick searches to find out if his magic is a curse or a blessing. Beyond the colonial town a vast wilderness awaits, with mythical monsters, strange tattooed natives who worship the Goddess, and magic in every plant and tree. In a neighboring town he meets a young woman, Mira, who seeks to flee the harsh constraints of their society.All they want is a place where they can live peacefully, but unrest is everywhere. The land itself is suffering as magic has grown more volatile and dark omens have appeared. Stranger still, Zerrick dreams of another woman calling to him, demanding to be freed. For Zerrick and Mira, the only way forward is following the call--into greater unknowns than they were ever prepared for.This is a clean fantasy novel suitable for ages 12 and up!

HOPE'S HORSE: The Mystery of Shadow Ridge, by bestselling children's author Strawberry Shakespeare, is an exciting, horse-themed adventure novel for young readers ages 9-12. Set in the California Eastern Sierras, it tells the story of twelve year old Hope Miller and her wild mustang, Tango.While recovering from the death of her beloved grandfather, who shared her love of horses, Hope is forbidden by her parents to go on the mountain alone or anywhere near the wild horses she adores. So the girl keeps her horse, Tango, a secret from her parents, and rides him on the mountain without their knowledge.On one of these outings, she and Tango evade evil poachers only to face a scary old mountain man. Escaping in a mad dash up the dark side of the mountain, they discover a mysterious metal object buried on Shadow Ridge. Hope instinctively knows her find is important and that she should tell her parents about it. But if she tells, she would also have to reveal the truth about her and Tango, and would probably never see her beloved horse again. A surprising turn of events merges the destinies of Hope, Tango and the old man on the mountain during a life-threatening confrontation with dangerous horse poachers. The resulting explosion of action, excitement, heartbreak and, ultimately, joyous healing is a must-read experience for the whole family and for every kid who loves adventure and horse stories.Scroll up ... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver this ebook almost instantly to your Kindle or other reading device.

When that well-known archaeologist and little-known poet, Cairo Jim, and his friends Doris the macaw and Brenda the Wonder Camel, and Jocelyn Osgood make the ‘find of the century’, a new enemy on the scene sets out to discredit Jim and destroy his hard-won reputation … Another mind-blowing mystery of history from the master of archaeological humour and suspense, Geoffrey McSkimming. The BIGGEST DISCOVERY of all the Cairo Jim stories!"If Mr. McSkimming's tongue were more firmly embedded in his cheek he'd risk permanent speech impediment." -- Australian Book Review "Yet another outrageous adventure, this is classic McSkimming, complete with a devious plot that will keep pages turning until the very end. Readers with a taste for parody are finding his exploits addictive. This one is top class." -- Australian Bookseller and Publisher

Strange, toxic gases are spreading through the ruins of the ancient Palace of Knossos in Crete, forcing tourists and visitors to abandon the site. Where are these gases coming from? Who is the rambunctious man in gas mask and rubber suit who appears amid these foul odours? And what extraordinary secret lies beneath the ruins of Knossos -- a secret that many have believed was, until now, a mere myth?Cairo Jim (that well-known archaeologist and little-known poet) and his friends Doris the macaw and Brenda the Wonder Camel uncover one of the grossest distortions of history in this, the tenth suspenseful and startling mystery of history in the Cairo Jim Chronicles!"If Mr. McSkimming's tongue were more firmly embedded in his cheek he'd risk permanent speech impediment." -- Australian Book Review"When you tire of stories about the places and people you know, try the witty word play and over-the-top adventure of Cairo Jim for an outrageous tonic." -- The Age

When Phyllis Wong—that brilliant young magician and clever sleuth—happens upon a mystery from the past that has proved unsolvable, she knows she has to try to get to the bottom of it.More than sixty years ago an astonishing emerald necklace owned by the famous pianist Isabella Beaufort seemingly vanished off the face of the earth! Ever since, the disappearance has stumped the police, detectives and those associated with the missing priceless jewels. How did the prized Flurtis Emeralds vanish? Where are they today? Is there any way they can be traced, after so many cobwebs have covered the case?Another mysterious intrigue right up the alleyway of our favourite conjuring Transiter!The sixth Phyllis Wong: Time Detective mystery.