by Chris Higgins | May 18, 2018 |
A Boy Called Ocean Jen and Kai have always been best friends. But now Kai’s feelings are deepening. It’s ridiculous to imagine Jen would feel the same, especially since she’s been hanging out with surf-pro Macca, the guy everyone fancies. Then Kai makes a snap decision that puts his life in great danger. Stranded at sea, Kai must face some buried truths and confront his future with Jan back on shore. If he can reach her … If the ocean doesn’t take him first. Book Details Paperback ISBN: 9780340997031 Pub Date: 14 June 2018 Published by: Hodder Children’s Books Also available as an eBook Other Teen Titles… AllTeen...
by admin | Mar 24, 2015 |
Walking the Walls Felix is not scared to be different – but his fellow pupils find him confusing. Felix doesn’t care, but everyone around him seems to have something to say about how he’s living his life… Why can’t they just let him be Felix? 2010 World Book Day Title Other Older Fiction...
by admin | Mar 23, 2015 |
Tapas and Tears Jaime never wanted to go on the school exchange trip to Spain in the first place. She finds life awkward enough as it is and, because of her embarrassing blushing habit, she tries to avoid drawing attention to herself. Living in someone else’s home, and in a foreign country, is way out of her comfort zone! But she reluctantly has agreed to stay with the carefully selected and colourfully-named Concepci?n Inmaculada. After all, a girl named after the Virgin Mary has got to be quiet, kind and gentle … Wrong! Concha is a scary, rebellious, boy-mad loner with a mind of her own. Jaime is going to have to be prepared for anything and everything! Ol?! Book details Paperback ISBN: 9780340970775 Pub Date: 4th Feb 2010 Published by: Hodder Children’s Books Also available as an eBook My notes on Tapas and Tears… All my children went on exchange holidays to experience life with a family in another country, and they always came back with many tales to tell, so they thought it was time I wrote a book about it. Of course, we hosted their exchange partners too – and there was rarely a dull moment. Though luckily, we never had a Concha. It's an easy read but that doesn't mean it's fluffy - just that the proper, juicy themes are presented with a wonderful, flowing narrative that lets you lose yourself in the world of Jaime et al from the very start. (The Bookbag.co.uk) A page turner and a half, readers of all ages will be enchanted... (St Ives Times) A great book for a...
by admin | Mar 23, 2015 |
Would You Rather? Flick loves to play Would you Rather? with her friends: Daddy or chips? Boyfriend or career? Snog or marry? Life is all about the choices you make, and all around her Flick watches her family grapple with life-altering decisions. When Flick’s dad discovers that he’s adopted, so begins a mystery that leads him to a long lost secret at the very heart of their family – one that leads back to a choice that was made many years ago, and once uncovered, will rock Flick’s world … Book details Paperback ISBN: 9781444900033 Pub Date: 16th Oct 2009 Published by: Hodder Children’s Books Also available as an eBook My notes on Would You Rather?… I love this game where you have to choose between two things. Sometimes the alternatives are serious, sometimes they’re hilarious, but the rule is you have to carefully weigh up the options. Life is all about the choices we make and some of them can have huge repercussions many years later. Flick is desperate to stop her sister Ezzie from making the wrong choice but she’s running out of time. ...a compelling story which teenage girls will not be able to put down. (School Librarian) I read this book in one day because it was so good and I didn't want to put it down. (Barnet Press) As engaging as it is entertaining, lively and likeable... (Cornish and Devon Post) ... a fantastic portrayal of teen life. (Kentish Gazette) Other Teen Fiction...
by admin | Mar 23, 2015 |
Love Ya Babe Caught between family life and school, Gabby’s trials never seem to end … If she’s not dealing with her outrageously embarrassing mother Posy, or helping out with her troubled brothers at home, she’s pursuing school hearthrob, Si, and making enemies of friends. Life seems tough enough … but then her older-than-average mother announces that she’s pregnant and Gabby’s world turns upside down. At first Gabby is determined to have nothing to do with the unexpected arrival. Then the baby arrives, bringing complete chaos, and Gabby’s family start unravelling around her … Can Gabby’s strength and will pull her through her hardest challenge yet? Book details Paperback ISBN: 9781444900026 Pub Date: 4th Feb 2010 Published by: Hodder Children’s Books Also available as an eBook My notes on Love Ya Babe… It is a truth universally acknowledged that teenagers find their parents embarrassing. I know I did and I made my own kids’ eyes roll hundreds of times. Still do in fact! Not only are Gabby’s parents super-embarrassing but her whole family are a nightmare which leaves her a sitting target for a mean group of girls at school. Chris Higgins writes in a dead-on emulation of a teenage girl's voice. (Financial Times) Chris Higgins gives her loyal audience another tremendously enjoyable read in 'Love ya Babe' (The Bookbag) Gabby's first person narrative convincingly captures the teenager's view of the world. (Julia Eccleshare, LR4K) The brilliant Chris Higgins new story, 'Love ya Babe', gives a very astute insight into teenage troubles. (Lovereading4kids) Moving, witty, enthralling and completely unforgettable. (Rachel, aged 12 and 2/3) Very interesting and exciting...I never...
