Books published by publisher HarperCollins (Australia) Chil

Join fabulously funny (undiscovered) rock chick, Candy Caine on a rollercoaster ride to the world's biggest music festival. A sharp, comic teen series from uber-cool presenter Lauren Laverne. Misunderstood musical genius Candy Caine - age fifteen - knows she's destined for a bigger life beyond her small-town existence. And now Mum is marrying The World's Dullest ManTM it's time to put plans into action and achieve world domination with her band, The Broken Biscuits. Oh - and find her real dad, who will most definitely be cool and, of course, will verify her own super specialness. With a battered old guitar and some supernatural assistance, can Candy get her life on track and her new band on the road to greatness? Candy Caine is the hilarious new creation of debut author Lauren Laverne - a writer who's been there, done that and customised the T-shirt.

Dreams come true with Lettice Rabbit! Find out all about the magic of Christmas with Lettice in this enchanting picture book -- perfect for little girls who love pretty things! Lettice Rabbit peeps out of her burrow one morning to find her world covered in sparkly snow. Could this magical scene have something to do with Christmas? But what is Christmas? Lettice just has to find out! Following some children home, she watches them decorate their Christmas tree with pretty ornaments. But she never imagines she will end up on the top branch dressed as a fairy! Another dream comes true for Lettice in this magical Christmas story, full of surprises.

Paperback edition of this popular animal sounds book. With two quirky animals on every spread -- reading this book will never be quiet! Children and babies will love joining in with all the animal sounds and the final page with the question, 'What do you say to a little fish?' is sure to get a laugh on every re-reading! So make a noise with these irrestistible animals. They're bright, fun and very, very LOUD!

Glorious rejacket of the story collection set in the worlds of Chrestomanci. The stories featured in this collection are: Warlock at the Wheel Stealer of Souls Carol Oneir's Hundredth Dream The Sage of Theare Everybody's favourite nine-lifed enchanter makes a guest appearance in each tale. Plus man favourites from theChrestomanci novels - and a cast of thousands! With illustrations by Tim Stevens.

Compelling drama in which 17-year-old Ellis comes to terms with the meaning of death...Ellis is an ordinary 17-year-old; someone who's planning to finish school and go to university like any other teenager. The difference is that four months ago, his best friend Simon killed himself. Still - that was four months ago. Ellis has now 'got over it'. Except, of course, he hasn't. Returning to his home town, he gets drawn into a situation in which the 'old' Ellis would never have become embrangled. He gatecrashes a party and persuaded to 'rescue' two sisters - Ursa and Leo, driving them back to the Land of Smiles - the ex-motel where they live. From that moment on, nothing is the same again. The story is narrated hour-by-hour, as Ellis packs a life-time of experiences into the next twenty-four hours. Giving in to high spirits and booze, Ellis wakes next morning in a strange bed, with a stonking hangover and a shaven head! He learns that a child has been kidnapped, and is persuaded to help in her rescue...This is a bizarre, surreal and powerful novel in which the reader is taken on the same roller-coaster ride as Ellis.

Written in a clear, engaging style, The American Journey, Portfolio Edition motivates students to learn more about the key features of American political, social, and economic history. Focusing on our nation's social and cultural history, the authors show that our attempt to live up to our American ideals is an ongoing journey that has become ever more inclusive of different groups and ideas. The Portfolio Edition format features a concise, trade-like narrative for approximately 60% less cost to students than a comprehensive text.

Chinese boys can be Horrid too! Join in the fun as Mo-Shen Ma and his mischievous father run riot through school and home. Theres no trouble they cant get into or out ofEvery book in the Mos Mischief series is packed with hilarious adventures and a unique insight into modern Chinese life.Meet Mo-Shen Ma and his three best friends! Theres Hippo, whos grumpy and slow. Monkey, who never stops talking and is thin as a rake. And Penguin, who waddles just like a fat bird. In other words, this is the sorriest crew of naughty boys youre ever likely to meet! But all the friends have special skills, and when disaster strikes, they become unlikely heroes

Step into the world of the mega-rich! and the mega-bitches. Three girls. One life-changing fortune! Madison is so over New York. Her mom won't let her have botox and she can't leave the city because her step-father is sick. Snoresville. So when she gets a mysterious invitation to a private party in Capri, held by billionaire music mogul Brad Masters, she's determined to go. Simonetta wants her mamma off her back. Of course she's not going to give up modelling in Rome to go back to her fusty little village. When she gets her invitation, she sees the chance to lose her roots forever. Sapphire just wants to write songs and hang out in the London record shop where she works. When she's invited to Brad's party, she doesn't even want to go -- but her mum seems strangely excited about it. Madison, Simonetta and Sapphire: three girls from different worlds who are about to find out they have more in common than they think.

New novel from the bestselling author of BIG MOUTH AND UGLY GIRL. To the outside world, Franky Pierson is a lucky girl with a charmed life. With a celebrity dad - TV sports commentator, Reid Pierson - and beautiful artist mother, living in a state-of-the-art designer home and wanting for nothing, their world could be described as perfect. And Franky could almost believe this is true - after all, her father keeps on telling her that it is and she would never disagree with him. But in that case, why does is her mother spending time away from home? And how come her step-brother is barely speaking, and her little sister won't stop whining? Why are they all provoking dad in this way? Freaky Green Eyes knows the answers. Freaky Green Eyes is Franky's inner self. Only she dares to look at Franky's life and dare to suggest that all is not as it should be in the Pierson household. But is she strong enough to do anything about it - before something really terrible happens? A really compelling and eye-opening novel that keeps you turning pages from beginning to end.