Rasmas

New Zealand author; New Zealand illlustrator
Summary: Little Danny and his dad live on Gran's farm, and Rasmas the kid goat has been a part of Danny's life for as long as he remembers. Like Danny, Rasmas has no mum. Goat and boy become inseparable. But eventually, there is a new 'mum' on the scene, a move resulting in a sad goodbye between Danny and Rasmas. Danny is heartbroken, but he and Rasmas still have adventures together in his dreams, until one day, Dad and his new mum have a happy surprise for him. (Publisher)

Beetle Boy

First edition
Summary: Darkus is miserable. His dad has disappeared, and now he is living next door to the most disgusting neighbours ever. A giant beetle called Baxter comes to his rescue. But can the two solve the mystery of his dad's disappearance, especially when links emerge to cruel Lucretia Cutter and her penchant for beetle jewellery? A coffee-mug mountain, home to a million insects, could provide the answer - if Darkus and Baxter are brave enough to find it

Sad, the dog

First U.S. edition
Summary: Mr and Mrs Cripps feed their dog, wash him, and even clean inside his ears. But they don't give him a name. So the dog names himself Sad. What will it take to make Sad, the dog, happy

Chasing shadows

Summary: Everyone feels sad sometimes, but when sadness lingers, shadows appear.  Some of us, even children, chase shadows.  Will a wriggly, mischievous surprise help Beth chase her shadows away?  This book uses gentle, poetic language to address depression in children, an illness, that even many adults don't want to talk about

Rise and fall

Deep in the desert there sits a beautiful oasis, ruled by a monarch unlike any other in Erdas. His name is Cabaro, the Great Lion, and he reigns over a kingdom of animals, jealously guarding his golden talisman. No human has ever set foot in the Great Beast's territory. The journey to his oasis is impossible. As a team, Conor, Abeke, Meilin, and Rollan have achieved the impossible before. But now that team is broken--the friends scattered by a devastating betrayal. The young heroes and their spirit animals have already sacrificed much in their quest for the talismans. But with the world crumbling all around them--and a ruthless enemy opposing their every move--their greatest sacrifices are yet to come (Back cover)

The fish in the bathtub

 Other Title: Fish in the bath tub
First published in a different form in Midnight feast, 2007
This book has dyslexia-friendly features. (Back of title page)
Summary: A story set in post-war Poland. Little Lucja's Grandpa Feliks has seen off the German army, and the Communists, and now he is looking forward to a long and peaceful retirement. He plans to begin with a tasty Christmas Eve dinner of carp. But when the carp arrives alive and takes up residence in the bathtub and Lucja's heart, has Grandpa Feliks finally met his match

The evertree

On cover: Read the book, unlock the game
Summary: The team has journeyed across Erdas, racing to stop a  merciless foe. They have laughed and fought together. They've won challenges and lost friends, Some have even lost themselves. Now that journey is about to end. They must reach a place forgotten by time and face off against an ancient enemy breaking free from his prison. They have just one chance to stop him... or the whole world will shatter

Against the tide (Spirit Animals Book 5)

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Summary: The sun is shining in the Hundred Isles and yet the path forward seems crowded with shadows. Conor, Abeke, Meilin and Rollan have travelled across the world seeking a set of powerful talismans in order to keep them from enemy hands. Throughout their journey the young heroes have been hounded by pursuers who always seem to know just where to find them. Now they know why. One of them is a traitor. As they steer the crystal blue waters of this tropical paradise, the team can't help but suspect each other. There's a spy in their midst and before this mission is over, a deadly trap will close around them. (From back cover)

Blackie the fishter-cat

 Other Title: Blackie the fisher cat
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator
Summary: After Nana dies, Grandpop returns to holiday at their favourite camping ground by the sea. He misses Nana, but one morning he discovers a hungry black cat on the step of his caravan. This is no ordinary cat, for every day Blackie follows Grandpop down to the river mouth to fish. A special bond quickly develops between them

Just a little brown dog

Summary: This is the story of a little puppy finding his way in the world, discovering other creatures and new environments. The last of the litter to find a home, he becomes the new best friend of a lonely young boy. 'Just a little brown dog' is a contemporary fable that explores the dynamic between animals and humans

Snug

When Lisa was a baby, her dad brought home a kitten called Snug. They grew up together, best friends, but Snug's a tom cat and tom cats like their freedom. Can their friendship last? 

Lucy Lou and Missy Moo go on a bush adventure

(Book 7 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Lucy Lou has a deep, dark secret...she is a 'scaredy -cat'. None of the other cats will play with her until Missy Moo takes her on an exciting bush adventure. This story is delightfully captured by the photographs of Christine Johnston.

Molly's Memory Jar

Molly has a deep feeling of sadness after the death of Lucy, her golden retriever. Molly is now without someone she loved dearly. Seeing his daughter lost and lonely, Molly's father hatches a plan to help her through her grief. Molly's Memory Jar is a soothing story about remembering the good times and coping with the loss of a beloved pet.

Hunted

Summary: Four children have discovered that they have spirit animals, a rare bond between human and animal that has launched them on a quest to save their world. The team heads to the forests of Eura, where another Great Beast is hidden

Wild born

Summary: Four children separated by vast distances all undergo the same ritual watched by cloaked strangers. Four flashes of light erupt, and from them emerge the unmistakable shapes of incredible beasts - a wolf, a leopard, a panda, a falcon. Suddenly the paths of these children - and the world - have been changed forever. Enter the world of Erdas where every child who comes of age must discover if they have a spirit animal - a rare bond between human and beast that bestows great powers on both. A dark force has risen from distant and long-forgotten lands and has begun an onslaught that will ravage the world. Now the fate of Erdas rests on the shoulders of four young strangers... and on you

Blood ties

Read the book, unlock the game at spiritanimals.com
Summary: Follow four young heroes in their quest to save Erdas. (Back cover)

Erdas is a land of balance. A rare link, the spirit animal bond, bridges and human and animal worlds. Conor, Abeke, Meilin and Rollan each have this gift - and the grave responsibility that comes with it.

But the Conquerors are trying to destroy this balance, setting the world on fire and swallowing whole cities in their rush for power - including Meilin's home. Fed up with waiting and ready to fight, Meilin has set off into enemy territory with her spirit animal, a panda named Jhi. Her friends aren't far behind... but they're not the only ones.

The enemy is everywhere. (back cover)

The Princess and the Foal

Inspired by the real life story of Olympic equestrienne, Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein
Summary: Princess Haya, daughter of the King of Jordan loves her family more than anything. So when tragedy strikes at its heart, she is devastated. The princess becomes even more withdrawn until, on her birthday, the King gives her a life-changing present. For the princess has only one joy - her love of horses. So when she is entrusted with the care of a very special foal, and an incredible bond grows, the heartbroken Princess begins to dream of an extraordinary future.

New Zealand Post Book Award Finalist 2014

Iggy Wilder's Great Lost Dog Adventure

Graphic / Comic Strip

Dog lovers unite! Join Iggy Wilder on his search for his canine best friend, Fred. Seven-year-old Iggy Wilder loves dogs. In fact, he loves them so much he'd quite like to be one. So when Iggy's grandpa dies and his dog, Fred, is sent away, Iggy is desperate to get his four-pawed pal back...Packed with doggy facts and canine companionship, this is the heart-warming story of a young boy's search for his lost friend.

Voyages of Doctor Dolittle

Originally published: 1922
Summary: When his colleague Long Arrow disappears, Dr. Dolittle sets off with his assistant, Tommy Stubbins, his dog, Jip, and Polynesia the parrot on an adventurous voyage over tropical seas to floating Spidermonkey Island

Fox tale

The young fox cubs have rattling, roaring whirlwinds racing past their den by the railway tracks. Each evening these trains bring a kind old man who feed them. But then a gang of wild man-cubs throw snowballs and snatch the old man's bag.
A moving story about kindness and unlikely friendships illustrated with breathtaking, atmospheric artwork.