The Psycho Scientist

The Krumbles seem an ordinary family - busy mum, hardworking dad, and their two children Liam and Piper. Boys, as Piper would tell you, are annoying and boring. Girls, as Liam would say, are equally annoying but also devious and at times, too smart for their own good! When Liam makes himself invisible Piper sets out to discover the truth, is he really a scientist? Or a scammer? Sisters always seem to have a way of finding out. Liam then discovers a secret cellar full of rats and zombies, and wants to turn it into his very own laboratory, but Piper has other ideas. In a dark and spooky corner Liam finds a briefcase full of amazing secret formulas that once belonged to Professor Nutbolt, a mad old scientist who mysteriously vanished years ago. Now that the world of science is at his feet, will Liam discover the truth behind the Professor's disappearance or will he become a victim too? Liam and Piper are about to find out...

The Einstein Code

Ben's mother has been kidnapped and the adults don't believe it. They think she's just missing and her employers and the police don't really want to know. The meeting she attended, after all, never took place. But the message she sent Ben tells a different story. To find his mum Ben must follow a perilous trail and solve a series of difficult clues, whilst evading being captured by the kidnappers. With help from his alarmingly clever cousins, Jess and Freddie, as well as some hindrance from his uncle, he investigates her mysterious disappearance. Tormented by conflicting leads and a growing threat, Ben's search becomes increasingly desperate. Can he solve the puzzles and save her, before anything terrible happens to her - or him?  

Rock Hollow

‘It was a large heavy silver and ancient-looking key. It was the sort of key that opened a treasure chest or unlocked doors to secret chambers.’There is nothing exciting about young Victoria Plant’s life. But this is all about to change with the finding of an old key. The key unlocks the door to a secret and supernatural world. Victoria encounters the wicked Count De Ville and his faithful black cat; they are as old as the hills and transcend time to bring about the end of what still remains of the Rock Hollow clan. Can Victoria help to defeat the dastardly army of fiends before it is too late?Bittersweet and thought-provoking Rock Hollow is set in 1976 on the high moorlands that surround the small Yorkshire village of Riddleshaw. The book follows the awakening of differences, experienced by a young autistic girl. Victoria’s journey is enlightening, sometimes sad and more than often amusing.

My Teacher's a Spy!

It always creates a bit of a stir when a new teacher starts school, especially when that teacher is young and handsome, like Mr Gunning. But why does he have an expensive car? And is he really who he seems? Chloe, Jessica, Kelly and Andrew think not and when Andrew claims he is sure Mr Gunning is a spy the gang just have to find out if that is the case.In a crime thriller for young readers Phil Barnes creates in My Teacher's a Spy! four children who start out simply trying to find out if their suspicions are true but who rapidly discover that the murky waters of intrigue are deeper than they thought. And when Andrew goes missing the girls must pull together, fight their tears and continue their detective course as one by one they, too, succumb to the criminal ... whoever he or she is.

Diaries of the Information War

Do you know who are internet trolls and how they operate? Are you aware of the cyber risks faced every day? Do you know how to minimize your digital footprint and disappear from the web? Diaries of the Information War is a fictional novel which addresses these questions. It is an educational experiment to raise teenagers’ awareness of media literacy, data literacy and cyber-hygiene using so-called red teaming methods (a red team is a group that plays the role of an enemy).This story is about a teenager, Dan, who, step by step, is drawn into an internet troll factory and, against his will, participates in the information war, which results in tragedy. Each chapter describes how the situation deteriorates, how daily life changes – partly because of Dan’s actions. This book is for teenagers to help them avoid the mistakes of the main characters. All characters and events in this book are entirely fictional. Still, similar events described in the book are ongoing nowadays on the streets of many cities. 

Centre Realms

Centre Realms focuses on Will, a young, struggling man facing the possibilities of loss. An eccentric business trip leads him and a co-worker to the North pole, an expedition to potentially help in the fight against pollution. A bizarre misfortune leads Will to confront the possibilities of debunking one of the Earth’s strangest conspiracy theories – Middle Earth. It is the belief that other forms of life may be living in wide open spaces and caverns hundreds of miles beneath our feet. After Will’s boss agrees to cover the expenses needed to accomplish such a feat, experts are employed and the possibilities of success start seeming likely. However, as investigations occur, one problem leads to next, including mental and physical trauma throughout the trip. The team wonders whether the descent into the earth is worth the danger, as events begin to spiral out of control. Meanwhile, Will worries about the amount of time available for one last goodbye to the one he loves most.

A Flyby Journey Through Time

Step into the world of A Flyby Journey Through Time and embark on a magical journey through the ages. With the help of a giant TV screen, you’ll soar through time and space, observing everything from the Big Bang to the far-reaching future. Discover the birth of our planet, the evolution of life, and witness pivotal moments in human history. With stunning illustrations to guide you, you’ll gain a new perspective on the world and the way it has changed throughout time. Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about the world around you, A Flyby Journey Through Time offers a captivating and educational journey through the ages.

Zenith

Tim Ross isn’t part of the ‘cool’ crowd. He can’t play sport, he’s awkward with girls and he has few friends on Insta and Facebook. He hates change and isn’t adventurous. So why did he agree to join his elder sister, Danni, on an end-of-school yacht trip off Queensland?

While out at sea, Tim and Danni witness a mystery spacecraft crash into a nearby island. Reluctantly, they investigate.

As they do, United Nations peace-keeping soldiers are deployed to respond. Leading the top-secret unit is former Australian soldier, Brett ‘Scorpion’ Tanner. His unit includes neo-punk chick ‘Jinx’ – a feisty Japanese rookie – and former British soldier Leonard ‘Snowman’ Frost – a violent man of war just as deadly as the blood-crazed aliens the unit is destined to encounter.

Zenith Island is an exclusive Whitsunday resort with five-star facilities and a fantastic fun park. It’s here where Tim and Danni, and a group of desperate others, must band together to fight for their lives.

As battles for survival rage, certain things become clear. The aliens aren’t the only threat; some people are monsters. And desperate situations can change us all.

Vortex 184°

Follow Lewis and his best friend, Corky, on an amazing journey full of unexpected, and sometimes frightening, adventures. Their friendship is tested to the limit as they encounter a world that has been dramatically changed from the one they know. It is a world inhabited by creatures that are shunned and no longer accepted by their natural environment; where the ‘unknown’ is always a scary possibility.

Can their friendship endure such a life-changing experience? More importantly, will they survive to describe what they have seen?

Tree of Pearls

How does a young slave girl become free? How does she survive kidnapping and violent attacks? How does she become the chief adviser to a great ruler? How does she defeat the Crusaders? And, finally, how does she rule the whole of Egypt as its Queen?

This is the extraordinary and inspiring story of Shajara al Durr, a Muslim girl who became one of the greatest leaders in history—a Queen of Egypt known as Tree of Pearls. It is a story that stretches from Baghdad to Damascus to Cairo. It is the story of a young woman who raised herself from poverty to power, educated herself, and proved able to outwit her enemies and capture the loyalty of an army. It is a story of romance and intrigue, and of courage and persistence in the face of great danger. And it is true!

Tom's Song

An abusive father. A dominant grandmother. And a boy with the voice of an angel.

Set in the early 20^th century, Tom Holland is a young boy with an extraordinary talent for singing. Yet despite his love for music, his father and grandmother find it feminine and forbid him to follow his dream of becoming a professional singer. Through a serendipitous meeting he meets Sebastian Gallo, a retired opera singer, who takes Tom under his wing and begins secretly teaching him. Tom enters singing competitions, meets a love interest, and discovers a new world outside his own. But a series of unfortunate events threatens Tom’s dream, and he’s forced to face the darkness of his past before looking ahead to the light of his future.

Tom’s Song is a story of challenges, dreams, and a determined spirit to overcome all odds. It’s a story that teaches hope despite defeat, and that as long as you have hope, defeat cannot exist.

The Pompous Emperor and the Wise Old Man

In The Pompous Emperor and the Wise Old Man, the author explores the transformative power of truth and the fundamental principles that govern all of creation. Through the story of an affluent Emperor who meets a wise and humble man, the novel delves into the corrupt and lustful desires that often plague society and the importance of making positive impacts on the world. With a focus on authority and the influence of individuals on others, the story shows the transformative power of a single encounter and the lasting impact it can have on the heart. The book also includes a motivational piece called ‘The Fundamentals’ and a simple poem that offers insights on reality. With the goal of helping readers live a better life and make the world a lovelier place, The Pompous Emperor and the Wise Old Man is a thought-provoking and impactful read.