Just So Stories

Random Reviews and Ramblings from Redcliffe


  • Be Careful, Xiao Xin! – Alice Pung/Sher Rill Ng

    Harper Collins September 2022 There will be many who will welcome this beautiful book as a fitting addition to their multi-lingual collection, and, in particular, if Mandarin is a taught language in the school. However, it will be equally well-received by those who are looking to empower their youngsters with self-confidence and resolve. It is…

  • Ash Barty presents Little Ash…:Ash Barty with Jasmin McGaughey/Jade Goodwin

    Harper Collins July 2022 Little Ash Perfect Match! #1 ISBN : 9781460762769 ISBN 10: 1460762762 Imprint: HarperCollins AU List Price: 9.99 AUD Little Ash Friendship Fix-it! #2 ISBN: 9781460762776 ISBN 10: 1460762770 Imprint: HarperCollins AU List Price: 9.99 AUD Little Ash Tennis Rush! #3 ISBN: 9781460762783 ISBN 10: 1460762789 Imprint: HarperCollins AU List Price: 9.99 AUD Little Ash Goal Getter #4 ISBN: 9781460762790 ISBN 10: 1460762797 Imprint: HarperCollins AU List…

  • Clarice Bean: Think Like an Elf – Lauren Child

    Harper Collins Australia November 2021 ISBN: 9780008470845 ISBN 10: 0008470847 Imprint: HarperCollins GB List Price: 24.99 AUD I am just sorry this one didn’t arrive in time for me to get it read and reviewed before Christmas because it really is a perfect gift to share with a young reader. In her own inimitable manner, Lauren Child, takes us…

  • Pax, Journey Home – Sara Pennypacker

    Harper Collins September 2021 ISBN: 9780008470289 ISBN 10: 0008470286 Imprint: HarperCollins GB List Price: 19.99 AUD When Peter joins the Water Warriors, a group determined to repair the ravages of the war, his primary intention it to work his way back to his old home, although he knows there is nothing left for him there. He desperately tries to…

  • 100 Remarkable Feats of Xander Maze – Clayton Zane Comber

    Harper Collins Australia June 2021 ISBN: 9781460759455 ISBN 10: 1460759451 Imprint: HarperCollins AU List Price: 19.99 AUD Age: From 14 years Believe me when I tell you that you will fall in love with Xander, and be sad to leave him at the end of this beautiful feel-good coming-of-age novel. Xander loves to make lists and #1 on his list…