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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This is the story of a very ugly dog.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. From the much-loved author of HATE IS SUCH A STRONG WORD 'smart, funny and relevant' - Melina Marchetta, bestselling author of LOOKING FOR ALIBRANDI, SAVING FRANCESCA and ON THE JELLICOE ROAD Five teenagers. Five lives. One final year. The school captain: Ryan has it all .or at least he did, until an accident snatched his dreams away. How will he rebuild his life and what does the future hold for him now? The newcomer: Charlie's just moved interstate and she's determined not to fit in. She's just biding her time until Year 12 is over and she can head back to her real life and her real friends .The loner: At school, nobody really notices Matty. But at home, Matty is everything. He's been single-handedly holding things together since his mum's breakdown, and he's never felt so alone. The popular girl: Well, the popular girl's best friend .cool by association. Tammi's always bowed to peer pressure, but when the expectations become too much to handle, will she finally stand up for herself? The politician's daughter: Gillian's dad is one of the most recognisable people in the state and she's learning the hard way that life in the spotlight comes at a very heavy price. Five unlikely teammates thrust together against their will. Can they find a way to make their final year a memorable one or will their differences tear their world apart? Ages 14+.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. 'Captivating and evocative' Tania Blanchard, author of The Girl from MunichSometimes you have to lose everything to find yourself . A stunning novel of love, betrayal and family secrets for all fans of Fiona McIntosh and Natasha Lester. After a shocking discovery, Grace Woods leaves her vast Australian sheep station and travels to tumultuous post-war Paris in order to find her true identity.While working as a mannequin for Christian Dior, the world's newly acclaimed emperor of fashion, Grace mixes with counts and princesses, authors and artists, diplomats and politicians.But when Grace falls for handsome Philippe Boyer she doesn't know that he is leading a double life, nor that his past might inflict devastating consequences upon her. As she is drawn into Philippe's dangerous world of international espionage, Grace discovers both the shattering truth of her origins - and that her life is in peril.Inspired by an astonishing true story, The Paris Model is a tale of glamour, family secrets and heartbreak that takes you from the rolling plains of country Australia to the elegant salons of Paris.'A wonderful, immersive historical novel' New Idea'A charming tale rich with family and fashion' Belinda Alexandra'The cracking plot and the general glamour carry the reader along' Sydney Morning Herald'This gorgeous historical is the perfect summer escape. Post-World War 2 Paris literally drips from the page. Grace is a wonderful protagonist and surrounded by well-drawn and often fabulous characters, and Joel's prose is rich and descriptive. Highly enjoyable' Better Reading.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. Named after the Roman god of war, Mars has fascinated people for thousands of years. Seymour Simon introduces all sorts of interesting facts about Mars to the young reader. Ages 5+.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Named after the Roman god of war, Mars has fascinated people for thousands of years. Seymour Simon introduces all sorts of interesting facts about Mars to the young reader. Ages 5+.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This is the story of a very ugly dog.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This is a guide devoted to the ripoffs, pitfalls and mistakes that European tourists often make and always regret. It offers practical advice on saving money, time and hassles while travelling in both Western and Eastern Europe.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. One in a series of travel guides that aims to help capture the spirit of a destination through accessible writing and graphics. This title focuses on New York City.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Meet Duck. Duck has a yen for travel and adventure. Duck also has some very wet, cold feet and a gift for loyalty and compromise. Meet Kangaroo. Kangaroo has been around the world and back, and is looking for a little bit of luck. Or a duck. When Duck and Kangaroo meet, it's a match made in.heaven. Ah, love - ain't it grand? And who so happy, - O who, As the Duck and the Kangaroo. Wattenberg, Jane (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. From the bestselling author of THE VOYAGE OF THEIR LIFE, WINTER JOURNEY and NOCTURNE this remarkable true story begins in the Polish city of Krakow in 1890 and spans one hundred years and four continents. God blessed Lieba and the devout Jewish patriarch Daniel Baldinger with eleven children, and this richly textured portrait follows their lives down the decades, through the terrifying years of the Holocaust, to the present time. Lives that personify the struggles and hopes of their century. MOSAIC is compelling storytelling at its best: from the fascinating detail of Polish-Jewish culture and the rivalries and dramas of family life, to its moving account of lives torn apart by war and persecution, this is an extraordinary story of a family, and of one woman's journey to reclaim her heritage.…

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. This wombat leads a very busy and demanding life. She wrestles unknown creatures, runs her own digging business and most difficult of all - trains her humans. Find out how she fits this into her busy schedule around sleeping, scratching and eating. Whatley, Bruce (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Ashleigh is itching for her horse mad holiday with Becky and Jenna to begin. But when Jenna finally arrives from the city she feels like the vegemite in the sandwich. It's up to Ash to bring her two best friends together before time runs out.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The sweeping new saga of strong heroines and family secrets from the bestselling author of The Paris Model. While searching for her lost sister, art historian Wren Summers takes on the glittering world of New York's auction houses. A missing girl, a hidden masterpiece, and the search for the truth1965: After escaping from anti-war turmoil and the suffocating weight of family expectations, a beautiful young couple embrace a life free of materialism and tradition by a sapphire lake in Italy. But the past does not always let go so easily .1987: When talented art historian Wren Summers lands her dream job at the Sydney Art Museum, it seems she can finally leave her wildly unconventional background behind - until a treacherous act threatens everything she has strived for.The revelation of a monstrous family secret sees Wren head to New York, compelled to find the missing girl who holds the key to this shocking mystery - and to make a fresh start in the glittering realm of international art auctions. As she struggles to fulfil her quest, can she navigate this new, high-stakes world of swirling temptation, romance and deceit, danger and betrayal, while staying true to what she knows is right?Praise for Alexandra Joel:'A mesmerising storyteller' The Australian'Exceptional research and great storytelling . She has that rare flair for drawing the reader into sumptuous worlds from glamorous bygone eras' Better Reading. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. The sweeping new saga of strong heroines and family secrets from the bestselling author of The Paris Model. While searching for her lost sister, art historian Wren Summers takes on the glittering world of New York's auction houses. A missing girl, a hidden masterpiece, and the search for the truth1965: After escaping from anti-war turmoil and the suffocating weight of family expectations, a beautiful young couple embrace a life free of materialism and tradition by a sapphire lake in Italy. But the past does not always let go so easily .1987: When talented art historian Wren Summers lands her dream job at the Sydney Art Museum, it seems she can finally leave her wildly unconventional background behind - until a treacherous act threatens everything she has strived for.The revelation of a monstrous family secret sees Wren head to New York, compelled to find the missing girl who holds the key to this shocking mystery - and to make a fresh start in the glittering realm of international art auctions. As she struggles to fulfil her quest, can she navigate this new, high-stakes world of swirling temptation, romance and deceit, danger and betrayal, while staying true to what she knows is right?Praise for Alexandra Joel:'A mesmerising storyteller' The Australian'Exceptional research and great storytelling . She has that rare flair for drawing the reader into sumptuous worlds from glamorous bygone eras' Better Reading.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Amy Schumer. Frank, fearless and so freaking funny. Her story. In her own words. 'I've only had one one-night stand in my life. Yes, one. I know, I'm so sorry to disappoint anyone who thinks I walk around at all times with a margarita in one hand and a dildo in the other.' In The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo, Amy shares stories about her family, her relationships, her career, good - and bad - sex, recounting the experiences that have shaped who she is today: from the riches to rags story of her childhood to her teenage quest for popularity (and boys) to becoming one of the most sought-after comedians on the planet and an outspoken advocate for women's rights. Whether she's experiencing lust at first sight in the queue at the airport, discovering her boot camp instructor's secret bad habit, or candidly discussing her father's multiple sclerosis, Amy Schumer proves to be a fearless, original, and always entertaining storyteller. Her book will move you, make you laugh, catch you completely off guard, and answer this burning question: is it okay for a 35-year-old woman to still sleep with her childhood teddy bears? 'Resoundingly brilliant' Guardian "Amy's got your back. She's in your corner. She's an honesty bomb. And she's coming for you." - Actress Tilda Swinton, Trainwreck co-star "A powerful feminist voice." - Guardian "Equal parts naughty cheerleader, self-deprecating Everywoman and fearless truth-teller, Ms. Schumer connects with women and men alike." - New York Times "Wickedly funny and brilliantly talented. Amy Schumer is everything right now." - Glamour "I don't even know if The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo is objectively good, but I inhaled it in a state of buzzing bliss." The Times. …

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. One in a series of travel guides that aims to help capture the spirit of a destination through accessible writing and graphics. This title focuses on New York City.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. This is the story of David Helfgott, whose life inspired the film "Shine", starring Sir John Geilgud, Lynn redgrave, Geoffrey Rush and Noah Taylor. Acclaimed pianist, Helfgott emerged from a tortured family background and studied in England before descending into a personal hell of mental illness. His recovery and re-emergence from that tragic time is an account of courage.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Amy Schumer. Frank, fearless and so freaking funny. Her story. In her own words. 'I've only had one one-night stand in my life. Yes, one. I know, I'm so sorry to disappoint anyone who thinks I walk around at all times with a margarita in one hand and a dildo in the other.' In The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo, Amy shares stories about her family, her relationships, her career, good - and bad - sex, recounting the experiences that have shaped who she is today: from the riches to rags story of her childhood to her teenage quest for popularity (and boys) to becoming one of the most sought-after comedians on the planet and an outspoken advocate for women's rights. Whether she's experiencing lust at first sight in the queue at the airport, discovering her boot camp instructor's secret bad habit, or candidly discussing her father's multiple sclerosis, Amy Schumer proves to be a fearless, original, and always entertaining storyteller. Her book will move you, make you laugh, catch you completely off guard, and answer this burning question: is it okay for a 35-year-old woman to still sleep with her childhood teddy bears? 'Resoundingly brilliant' Guardian "Amy's got your back. She's in your corner. She's an honesty bomb. And she's coming for you." - Actress Tilda Swinton, Trainwreck co-star "A powerful feminist voice." - Guardian "Equal parts naughty cheerleader, self-deprecating Everywoman and fearless truth-teller, Ms. Schumer connects with women and men alike." - New York Times "Wickedly funny and brilliantly talented. Amy Schumer is everything right now." - Glamour "I don't even know if The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo is objectively good, but I inhaled it in a state of buzzing bliss." The Times. …

Zustand: Fair. The only witness to a brutal shooting, Dan Brady testifies against the killers and soon becomes a desperate man, fleeing from them across the New Mexico plains.

Zustand: Fair. This step-by-step guide shows how, by using tested and tried techniques, any owner of a cat or cats, can instil good habits and even get them to come when called.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Buster's parents have vanished. Now Uncle Wal is in charge of the werewolf pack and insists on everyone being human. This is an adventure featuring Prunella, a detective-in-training who joins Buster on a quest to find his parents. This work is suitable for children aged 7 and above. King, Stephen Michael (illustrator).…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair.

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. For every Australian girl with an independent spirit and a nose for trouble, here is the no-boys-allowed guide to adventure. The Australian edition of the best-selling book for girls! What Dangerous Book for Boys did for boys, Daring Book for Girls is set to do for girls; take them away from the TV and the mobile phone and introduce them to a world of practical, essential, interesting, fun stuff: how to surf, throw a boomerang, the best sleepover games, queens of the ancient world, princesses, female spies; fairy wings and how to make them, the scariest ghost stories, books that will change your life, bush survival - and all the many other things a modern Australian girl needs to know. The Australian edition will feature home grown heroines, local flora and fauna, relevant history and fascinating tidbits. If your girl wants to know how to read the weather, climb a cliff, play touch footy, make a speech or play a great silly prank, this is the book for her. 'Great book for all girls, young and old' Launceston Examiner 'Sensible without being preachy .The Daring Book encourages girls to be fit and imaginative' Weekend Australian.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. A family takes a bicycle trip and experiences the sights, sounds, and smells of town, country, and seashore.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. This classic story is a favorite with toddlers, who will cheer on the three clever billy goats who outsmart a mean troll. With plenty of repetition, this adventure is perfect for reading aloud and for joining in, and a satisfying ending provides a reassuring touch.

Hardback. Zustand: Good.

Hardback. Zustand: Good. WINNER, INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2022 BOOK OF THE YEARTrent Dalton, Australia's best-loved writer, goes out into the world and asks a simple, direct question: 'Can you please tell me a love story?' A blind man yearns to see the face of his wife of thirty years. A divorced mother has a secret love affair with a priest. A geologist discovers a three-minute video recorded by his wife before she died. A tree lopper's heart falls in a forest. A working mum contemplates taking photographs of her late husband down from her fridge. A girl writes a last letter to the man she loves most, then sets it on fire. A palliative care nurse helps a dying woman converse with the angel at the end of her bed. A renowned 100-year-old scientist ponders the one great earthly puzzle he was never able to solve: 'What is love?'Endless stories. Human stories. Love stories.Inspired by a personal moment of profound love and generosity, Trent Dalton, bestselling author and one of Australia's finest journalists, spent two months in 2021 speaking to people from all walks of life, asking them one simple and direct question: 'Can you please tell me a love story?' The result is an immensely warm, poignant, funny and moving book about love in all its guises, including observations, reflections and stories of people falling into love, falling out of love, and never letting go of the loved ones in their hearts. A heartfelt, deep, wise and tingly tribute to the greatest thing we will never understand and the only thing we will ever really need: love.'It's the kind of book that has some impact on the reader . a Chaucerian endeavour, a rich caravanserai of real, living people with something important to tell.' Sydney Morning Herald.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Follows the author's apprenticeship to Allen Ginsberg and the other members of the Beats at the "Jack Kerouac School of Disembodied Poetics," a period during which he met a range of musicians, writers, and celebrities.

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. This classic story is a favorite with toddlers, who will cheer on the three clever billy goats who outsmart a mean troll. With plenty of repetition, this adventure is perfect for reading aloud and for joining in, and a satisfying ending provides a reassuring touch.