Steven Herrick

In this free-verse novel, sixteen-year-old Billy leaves behind his drunken, abusive father, takes refuge in an abandoned freight train, falls in with the wealthy, restless Caitlin, and discovers the true meaning of friendship and family.

The Simple Gift

Juicy Moments from My Impossible Life

Slice

'Please, sir. The apple isn't rubbish . . . it's for the birds.' In a country town, in a school just like yours, the kids in Class 6A tell their stories. There's Mick, school captain and sometimes trouble-maker, who wants to make the school a better place, while his younger brother Jacob just wants to fly. There's shy and lonely Laura who hopes to finally fit in with a circle of friends, while Pete struggles to deal with his grandpa's sudden death. Popular Selina obsesses over class comedian Cameron, while Cameron obsesses over Anzac biscuits and Pookie Aleera - whoever that is! For new teacher Ms Arthur, it's another world, but for Mr Korsky, the school groundskeeper, he's seen it all before. Award-winning author Steven Herrick's latest verse novel is a heart-warming tale about friendship, grief and the importance of baked goods.

Pookie Aleera is Not My Boyfriend

Some things are too big for a boy to solve. Jesse is an eleven-year-old boy tackling many problems in life, especially fitting in to a new school. Luckily he meets Kate. She has curly black hair, braces and an infectious smile. She wants to 'Save the Whales' and needs Jesse's help. But they haven't counted on Hunter, the school bully, who appears to enjoy hurling insults at random. With Hunter's catchphrase 'Ha!' echoing through the school, something or someone has to give. But will it be Jesse? Kate? Or is there more to Hunter than everyone thinks? From award-winning author Steven Herrick, comes an inspiring and funny story about the small gestures that can help to make the world a better place.

Bleakboy and Hunter Stand Out in the Rain

Wir beide wussten, es war was passiert

Follows the adventures of James, who, while heading into the country on a first teacher-training round, is approached by the mysterious Sophie and entrusted with a complicated secret.

Black Painted Fingernails

Award-winning author Steven Herrick journeys from the Highlands of Scotland to the Islands of the Mediterranean on a bicycle - a stirring 4,000 kilometre adventure along dedicated bike lanes and on rural back roads. Accompanied by his wife, Cathie and their two hardy bicycles christened Bruce and Aiwa, this is an absorbing meander from the craggy peaks of Scotland to the sun-baked landscape of Sardinia. The only past time more important than cycling is sampling the culinary delights of Scottish cafes, English pubs, French restaurants, Spanish tapas bars and the pizzerias of Sardinia. 'Cycling South' is a bicycle adventure, a restaurant safari and an entertaining handbook for those who enjoy slow food and long-distance cycling. Reviews for other Steven Herrick books in the EuroVelo Series: 'Simply put, I loved this book!' Amazon.co.uk review 'Honest, humble and entertaining whilst being seriously informative.' Amazon.com review 'I read this on my busy commute to work. It was a beautiful escape from being stuffed on a tube in central London. Im going to take up cycling now as a result.' Amazon.co.uk review 'Inspirational book for any middle aged men (or women) contemplating a mid life crisis on 2 wheels.' Amazon.co.uk review 'Really enjoyed this book, which is a witty, fast-paced trek across France.' Amazon.co.uk review 'If you enjoy cycling at any level, read this book. You will not be disappointed.' Amazon.co.uk review 'I laughed from start to finish. I could smell the French countryside... First class reading thoroughly entertaining and not a downside in it. J'taime.' Amazon.com review 'A great read and made me want to fly off to France and begin my own food filled cycle adventure.' Amazon.com review 'A pleasant, gentle stroll through France written in an amusing but engaging Australian manner & perspective.' Amazon.co.uk review

A Cycling Adventure from the Highlands to the Islands

Cycling South

A Novel (Uqp Young Adult Fiction)

Jack is an everyday sixteen-year-old boy. He's obsessed with Annabel, sport and nose hair. He's also obsessed with a ghost . . . There's a ghost in our house in a red evening dress, black stockings and Mum's slingback shoes. Her hair whispers over white shoulders as she dances through the rooms. A bittersweet comedy about the infinite promise of first love and the everlasting sorrow of grief, Love, Ghosts & Nose Hair was shortlisted for the CBCA Book of the Year- Older Readers and New South Wales Premier's Literary Awards.

A Verse Novel for Young Adults

Love, Ghosts & Nose Hair

When the paths of a runaway teenage boy, an old hobo, and a rich girl intersect in an abandoned train yard, each carries their own personal baggage. Over early mornings, long walks, and cheap coffee they discover, no matter how big or small, that it is the simple gifts in life that really make a difference. This special reissue of a bestselling and award-winning Australian classic is a life-affirming look at humanity, generosity, and love.

Told in lyrical free verse, sixteen-year-old Jack woos beautiful Annabel, and through their relationship, copes with his mother's death.

Love, Ghosts, & Facial Hair

'There are worse things than school.' Luke sleepwalks through his days wagging school, swimming at the reservoir and eating takeaway pizza. That is until Charlotte shows up. Rumour is she got expelled from her city school and her family moved to the Blue Mountains for a fresh start. But when Luke's invited to her house, he discovers there's a lot more going on than meets the eye.

The Bogan Mondrian

A novel in verse follows the school year of Australian students in classroom 6C, as their unconventional teacher, Mr. Carey, encourages them to discover their own strengths and talents and perform in a memorable concert.

Naked Bunyip Dancing

Isaac is running from his old life when he steps off the bus in a small town. He doesn't plan on sticking around and has nowhere to stay, but a local cafe owner's kindness offers him a chance to change his story. Then Isaac meets Sophie and learns he's not the only one wanting to repaint his life. As he did so masterfully with The Simple Gift, Steven Herrick delves into the universal themes of rising above the past and taking control of your future.

How to Repaint a Life

Sixteen-year-old Jack woos beautiful Annabel, and, through their relationship, he copes with his mother's death.

Love, Ghosts, and Facial Hair; A Place Like This

Kissing Annabel

A novel about the tough and tender sides of growing up in a small country town.

By the River

A powerful prose novel from one of Australia's most awarded authors. Isaac is running from his old life when he steps off the bus in a small town. He has nowhere to stay and doesn't plan on sticking around, but a local cafe owner's kindness offers him the chance to change his story. Then Isaac meets Sophie and learns he's not the only one wanting to repaint his life. As he did so masterfully with The Simple Gift, award-winning author Steven Herrick delves into the universal themes of rising above the past and taking control of your future.

A Book of Poems for Teenagers

Water Bombs

In a rural Australian coal mining town shortly after World War II, teenaged Eddie makes a startling discovery when he investigates the murder of a local high school girl.

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