Children's Action and adventure stories Books

One evening Edie is babysitting for a neighbour, Donna, who has repeatedly caught sight of an estranged friend from overseas. What is troubling Donna, however, is that it seems she's been in the same place at the same time as this friend on a number of...

"A hundred miles from the mainland, half in the sea, half out of it. The rules are different here?" All 13-year-old Blair Zielinski wants is a way off the remote Scottish island her parents have dragged her to. Roscoe is home to thousands of deer, a...

We are very excited to introduce our 7 Reading Tracks story books, featuring the tracking and hunting skills of the First Australians. Readers will be taken on exciting journeys which cover: • Fishing for barramundi; • Tracking and hunting for emus,...

He was built for small things. But he dreams of adventure. All Half wants is a life free from Electricians. He’s sick of being shoved into remote controls, clocks, and talking toys. But it’s hard to escape when you’re a rechargeable lithium-ion AA...

Meet Alex the accepting leader, Olivia the open-minded leader, Tyson the trustworthy leader and the rest of the gang and understand the qualities of good leadership in this collection of short stories. Not your average A-Z, this book aims to teach young...

The children of the forest live in the roots of an old pine tree. Each season brings new adventures for the children -- swimming and berry picking in summer; playing with fairies and harvesting mushrooms in autumn; sledging and feeding animal friends in...

Alex, a twelve year old boy, who does not like change, finds himself unwillingly pulled along by events he can't control. The story begins with the seemingly harmless decision of his parents to change their vacation plans. Instead of going to the beach...

The United States is still fighting World War II. Cherry Ames is still an Army Nurse, this time aloft--as a flight nurse. Cherry is reunited with her corpsman Bunce--the two of them are in sole charge of ferrying severely wounded men out of the...

What happens when four students try to make their own Volcanic Candy? A full-on CATASTROPHE happens, that’s what happens! Join Mischief, Benny, Flick and Horace on their second disastrous adventure at the School of Scallywags. It’s a rollercoaster ride...

Winner of the 2018 American Fiction Awards (Juvenile Fiction). Ahoy there, and welcome to the School of Scallywags. Appropriately nicknamed, SOS, the School of Scallywags is a bizarre boarding school for pirates who need a little HELP to reach their...

Grandparents Day can be a memorable time, filled with tea, biscuits and warm hugs. But as Mischief McScruff discovers, Grandparents Day at the School of Scallywags can be a little, err … Xtreme! Introducing Pirate Xtreme Wrestling, the school's most...

Calling all talented students. The Shark Tooth Talent Quest is on again. Do you have what it takes to amaze an audience? Are you a superstar in the making? Take to the stage with knife-throwing crocs, sleep-dancing sloths and singing seagulls. And that’s...

No one likes being stuck indoors during stormy weather – especially not students at the School of Scallywags, and especially not on a miserable Monday morning. But when Felicity “Flick” Foulweather reveals a stormy secret to her classmates, boredom turns...

On the morning of June 25, 1876, a force of 700 men from the 7th US Calvary led by General George Armstrong Custer attacked an Indian encampment on the banks of the Little Big Horn River. Unbeknownst to Custer, he faced the combined might of the Lakota,...

Brothers Greg and Lewis are enjoying a heatwave in the summer holidays -- until Loki, the god of mischief, buries their town, St Andrews, in a huge blizzard! Loki is determined to conquer the universe and will stop at NOTHING to get his way.Greg, Lewis...

St Andrews, Fife -- not known for its glorious weather, but even so, Josh hadn't expected the sea to start to freeze and ice to creep up the beaches ... His summer holiday isn't looking too promising, especially as his only companions are a strange local...

A beautiful collector’s hardback of the prequel novella to the bestselling A Good Girl’s Guide to Guide to Murder series. Find out where it all began for Pip! THE GOOD GIRL'S GUIDE TO MURDER SERIES IS A TIKTOK SENSATION AND A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!...

Discover the romantic, addictive and thrilling world of Tahereh Mafi’s fantasy Shatter Me series. This stunning hardback collector’s edition with its exclusive design and gold reading ribbon is the perfect gift for fans and new readers alike. She was...

Welcome to Blackwood Academy: a boarding school located on the fringes of the afterlife.No one knows why they end up at Blackwood; but when they enter the school's arched gates the only way out is to be chosen for the Decennial – a series of magical...

The captivating, modern-classic series about the magic of books, the power of the imagination, friendship, adventure – and cake. For readers aged eight to twelve. PAGES & CO.: TILLY AND THE BOOKWANDERERSSince her mother’s disappearance,...

In their last adventure, Morgan, Harper and their friends barely survived a dangerous game, only to return to a Minecraft Overworld in total chaos! The rift that's been growing steadily larger in the sky is now on the verge of consuming everything in...

Can you find the Pokémon in every packed scene? Get ready for the ultimate search and find adventure. With over 50 busy scenes providing hours of entertainment, this book is perfect for journeys and everyday fun!Travel through the regions, spotting lots...

A stunning collectors edition of this breathtaking standalone thriller, presented in a beautiful hardback format with an introductory letter from the author, sprayed edges and a ribbon bookmark.Eighteen year old Red and her friends are on a road trip in...

“This sensational YA debut blends tense, terrifying horror with dark humour, queer romance and hugely original storytelling.” The Guardian on Now, Conjurers You are safe, my child. You are loved, my child. You are surrounded by the good earth. Darian...

An incredible and unputdownable YA thriller, with incredible twists and turns that will have you guessing until the very last page, from the author of Silent Sister – perfect for fans of Holly Jackson and Karen McManus.“A masterclass in suspenseful...

An illustrated adventure series created by Australian Cricket Captain Pat Cummins, Dave Hartley and Serena Geddes! I'm Pat Cummins and I love playing cricket. I love it so much that I sleep with my bat!Prav, Beth and I are on track to be selected for the...

Three stories in one book! The second book in this hilarious illustrated fiction series from the author of bestselling series Dragon Girls and illustrator of Diary of a Pug! Violet Voom has three pets, one jet and an itch to travel.Wherever Violet goes...

A NEW illustrated adventure series created by Australian Cricket Captain Pat Cummins, Dave Hartley and Serena Geddes! I'm Pat Cummins and I love playing cricket. I love it so much that I sleep with my bat!Australia's biggest cricket stars might play at...

Meet two cheeky cats in this brand-new illustrated fiction for emerging readers from the bestselling, award-winning creator Judith Rossell. Every day, Spud and Snowball lie on the couch and watch TV. When they see an ad for Fancy Fish, the two cats work...

When Danny reveals the dark underside of a company making a new fighting toy gadget, he has no idea of the danger he’s in. A gripping sci-fi mystery from bestselling author Alastair Chisholm. Everyone is desperate to have a Blitzer, the new fighting-game...

A spine-tingling adventure gamebook where YOU choose how the story unfolds. Get ready for heart-pounding chases beneath the full moon, mysterious figures lurking in the woods and fun picture puzzles to solve in this spooky adventure where every choice...

Agent Harrier is thrilled to be back for his third secret spy mission, but his excitement is quashed when he discovers HOLES in his precious book. These aren't just ordinary holes, they're PLOT HOLES, and they transport Agent Harrier to different...

Controlling the wind, smelling fear, farting colours... The people of Walsham can do it all! The WHOLE TOWN has been granted powers by a mysterious treasure, except for Sara. Shecan't even levitate a squirrel! But the school football trophy (and her best...