Collection: Junior Fiction - Premier's Reading Challenge

In a world dazzled by the latest gadgets and mesmerized by Internet videos, the humble book seems like the most ordinary thing that could be. And perhaps it is--until you learn to look closer . . . and closer . . . and closer . . . and you're suddenly in a world that only you can imagine.

Quirky and humorous, part poetry, part reflection, this is the story of the book told by none other than Book himself! This extraordinary character begins by reminding us of his origins in oral story and clay tablets, then ponders on papyrus, parchment and paper, and on being a scroll who finally...

What would you rather do than say "Boo " to a goose? Discover one child's alternatives with this delightful baker's dozen of rhymes. David Miller's amazingly detailed cut paper sculptures are sure to inspire readers to compose some wacky goose verses of their own.

Some dogs are shy and anxious, and so are some children. Can Boo and Phoebe turn their fears into a positive experience? A book that celebrates the joy of reading.

Bonnie and Sam are helping their friend Cheryl prepare for the Royal Show. There is so much to do and remember, but everything changes when Bonnie and Sam stumble on a neglected pinto pony - and it's Bonnie and Sam to the rescue!

An orphan in exile. A band of rebel girls. And a prince whose throne has been stolen. Come on a journey full of danger, intrigue, adventure and incredible secrets.

An orphan in exile. A band of rebel girls. And a prince whose throne has been stolen. Come on a journey full of danger, intrigue, adventure and incredible secrets.

This story takes you to a world the living are not meant to visit in a quest to rid all men of evil, once and for all. Only a great hero could do such a thing - or at least, only a fool would try...

It's raining. But that's okay because Sam is warm and cozy inside, reading a book. Her little dog, Benny, doesn't want to read. He wants to play. Sam tries to convince Benny that reading is fun. Maybe he'd like a different book? Sam decides to bring Benny to the library. Will she find the perfect...

When Ray realises he's an illustration, and not a real live chicken, he has a good look at what it means to be a 'book chook'