New Releases by Morris Gleitzman

Birds. Lots of birds. The people of the world are puzzled. Their feathered friends are trying to tell them something, and they’re not sure what it is. Then a boy and his pet budgie discover the secret. Join Jay and Clyde, and their friends Maxine and Dora, on an exciting, funny, risky journey to save their families. And every other family too.

It’s fifteen years since readers were first introduced to Felix in Once and, across six celebrated books, our brave young hero has survived many unforgettable and emotional journeys. This year sees the publication of the seventh and final part of Felix’s story, bringing to a powerful climax a series that countless young readers around the world will remember – Always.

After the Nazis took my parents I was scared After they killed my best friend I was angry After they ruined my thirteenth birthday I was determined To get to the forest To join forces with Gabriek and Yuli To be a family To defeat the Nazis after all

1946. Europe is in ruins. Millions of people dream of finding happiness somewhere else. Fourteen-year-old Felix is one of them. When he''s offered a journey to somewhere far away, he seizes the opportunity. So does someone very dear to him, even though she wasn''t actually invited. They have high hopes for their new land, and their dramatic arrival there makes them want to stay. But before Felix and Anya can embrace the love and friendship of their new world, they must confront the murderous urge for revenge still alive in the old. Felix knows he hasn''t faced anything like this before. He may not survive, but he''s hoping he will. Maybe.

*SHORTLISTED – REAL Children’s Choice Awards 2019 *NOTABLE BOOK – CBCA Book of the Year Awards 2019 Ludo helps other people. It''s how he was brought up. When Dad is elected to Federal Parliament, Ludo grabs the chance to make Australia an even better place. But he soon discovers it''s not the homeless of the national capital who most need his help - it''s the rich and powerful. With a relatable and endearing main character and exploring important themes including homelessness, bullying, freedom of speech, and family, Help Around the House will inspire young readers to ask important questions about the world around them and encourage them to focus on what truly matters. Get ready for a heart-warming, adventure-filled, and eye-opening read. Perfect for 8+ readers. ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN ‘Readers can''t get enough of him.’ The Independent ‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times ‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

Very Yummy Stories.Stop your mum picking her nose, read the secret diary of a dog, catch a bus and then let it go, discover how one slice of toast can make you the most popular person in school, start wearing a crown and give up eating pig-nostril gruel, use a wrecking ball to defeat a bully, show your big sister the very scary secret in your wardrobe, unleash the awesome power of chips, live in a house that gets wiped clean more often than a bottom.Funny stories from a favourite Australian author.

Limpy has a dream. A dream where cane toads and humans live happily together. Surely this time Limpy will be able to show humans how nice cane toads can be? After all, it is Christmas. And isn''t Christmas a time of peace and goodwill to all men? And cane toads? The wart-tingling escapade of one slightly squashed cane toad''s hunt for friendship and the surprising place he finds it.

STORIES THAT DIG DEEP! Stop your mum picking her nose ... read the secret diary of a dog ... catch a bus and then let it go ... discover how one slice of toast can make you the most popular person in school ... start wearing a crown and give up eating pig-nostril gruel ... use a wrecking ball to defeat a bully ... show your big sister the very scary secret in your wardrobe ... unleash the awesome power of chips ... and live in a house that gets wiped clean more often than a bottom! ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN ‘Readers can''t get enough of him.’ The Independent ‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times ‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

It''s a normal week for Rowena Batts. A car full of stewed apples. A police cell. A struggle to keep Dad off national TV. Then her world turns upside down.

Winner - CBCA Book of the Year Awards 2016 Winner - YABBA Children''s Choice Awards 2016 Winner - KOALA Children''s Choice Awards 2016 Shortlisted - Indie Book Awards 2016 Shortlisted - Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards 2016 I hoped the Nazis would be defeated. And they were. I hoped the war would be over. And it was. I hoped we would be safe. But we aren''t. ‘Haunting... dangerous and desperate, but also full of courage and hope.’ The Guardian Having survived the holocaust, Felix is facing new challenges as he tries to rebuild his life in Poland. He is determined to find his family and uncover the truth about his past. He also has to navigate the complex realities of post-war Poland, where anti-Semitism is still prevalent. With its powerful blend of humour and heart, Soon offers a unique perspective on the aftermath of the Holocaust and the long-lasting impact of trauma, and it is a powerful reminder of the resilience and hope that can be found even in the darkest of times. ‘Morris Gleitzman has discovered the difficult trick of changing reality so that poignancy and laughter are never far apart.’ The Australian ‘Painfully truthful.’'' The Sunday Times ‘Funny and shocking at the same time.’ Jewish Chronicle Other books in the series: Once Then Now After Soon Maybe Always

Like many of his mates from the bush, Frank Ballantyne is keen to join the grand adventure and do his bit. Specially as a chest full of medals might impress the currently unimpressed parents of his childhood sweetheart. So Frank ups his age and volunteers with his horse Daisy ... and his dad. In the deserts of Egypt and Palestine he experiences all the adventure he ever wanted, and a few things he wasn''t expecting. Heartbreak, love and the chance to make the most important choice of his life. From Gallipoli to the famous charge at Beersheba, through to the end of the war and its unforgettable aftermath, Frank''s story grows out of some key moments in Australia''s history. They were loyal creatures, the men and horses of the Australian Light Horse, but war doesn''t always pay heed to loyalty. This is the powerful story of a young man''s journey towards his own kind of bravery.

What happens if you wake up thirsty in the middle of the night? How do you trick the most insufferable boy in the village? What would you do on your birthday if you were a lobster? Find out in this short story collection. Chucklers is a collection of books that make reading a pleasure.

When 13-year-old Matt is discovered impressing the livestock in an Aussie country town with his remarkable soccer skills, he''s offered the chance of a lifetime – a try-out at one of Europe''s biggest and most glamorous soccer clubs. His younger sister Bridie goes with him as his manager and tells us their story – warts, goals and all. The funny and moving story of a sister''s love for her brother, and how it survives everything fate throws at it, including the millions of pounds and mountains of pressure at the top of the world''s most popular sport. A funny and moving story from one of Australian''s most entertaining authors. ''He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.'' The Guardian, UK

My name is Felix Once I saved a girl called Zelda from a burning house I had a plan for both of us Pretend to be someone else Be safe forever Then the Nazis came ''Haunting . . . dangerous and desperate, full of courage and hope'' The Guardian Morris Gleitzman''s two best-selling novels, which follow the story of a Jewish boy named Felix during the Holocaust, in one volume for the first time. Once introduces us to Felix as a young boy trying to survive in the concentration camp and make sense of the world around him. Then continues Felix''s story as he attempts to find his family using all the resourcefulness and determination he can muster. These books are a must-read for anyone looking for a powerful, thought-provoking, and deeply moving story. Written with humour and heart, Morris Gleitzman''s multi-award-winning Felix series is a powerful reminder of the resilience and hope that can be found even in the most dire of circumstances. Written for young adult readers, their message is universal and can be enjoyed by readers of all ages. ''Brilliant in its realism.'' Kirkus Reviews, starred review ''Funny and shocking at the same time.'' Jewish Chronicle ''Painfully truthful.'' The Sunday Times Other books in the series: Once Then Now After Soon Maybe Always

Set in the current day, this is the final book in Morris Gleitzman''s series that began with Once, continued with Then and is . . . Now. Felix is a grandfather. He has achieved much in his life and is widely admired in the community. He has mostly buried the painful memories of his childhood, but they resurface when his granddaughter Zelda comes to stay with him. Together they face a cataclysmic event armed only with their with gusto and love—an event that helps them achieve salvation from the past, but also brings the possibility of destruction. Now is one of Kirkus Reviews'' Best Children''s Books of 2012

*SHORTLISTED – Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards 2012 Oliver just wants a dog. But when he gets his furry friend Barclay, he finds himself in a predicament - he needs to raise $11,000 to pay for him! Oliver sets out to sell shares in himself at school and double his customer''s money overnight, but things quickly spiral out of control. Oliver soon finds himself in the wild world of investment banking and meets some colourful characters along the way who challenge his beliefs and show him the importance of helping others. Tackling important issues like financial crashes, credit default swaps, and investments gone wrong, Too Small to Fail is a wild ride where readers of all ages will learn about the ups and downs of finance and investment banking in a fun and approachable way. ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN ‘Readers can''t get enough of him.’ The Independent ‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times ‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

''What section do you want to advertise in? Toys? Sporting Equipment? Computers and Video Games?'' The woman in the newspaper office took off her glasses and polished them on her cardigan. ''What are you advertising?'' ''My Parents,'' said Keith. What does a kid do when his Mum and Dad are past it? Get them into shape, decides Keith. And find them new partners. It''s a brilliant plan-but he''ll need help.

"A serious message wrapped up in greatness of heart and lightness of touch." The Bookbag In the beginning there was me and Mum and Dad and the twins. And talk about happy families, we were bountiful. But it came to pass that I started doing sins. And lo, that was when all our problems began. Grace, who comes from a fundamentalist Christian community, has always been encouraged to think for herself by her parents. When she produces a school project that goes against the community''s teachings, she is faced with the threat of being cast out and losing her family. As she fights to keep her family together and find her true self, she learns valuable lessons about self-discovery and standing up for oneself. With powerful themes and relatable characters, this story is a must-read for any child struggling with individuality and finding their voice. ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN ‘Readers can''t get enough of him.’ The Independent ‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times ‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

Felix is lucky. Unlike the other children in the orphanage, he''s certain his parents will come back for him one day. And whatever the Nazis do and however many books they burn, Felix''s imagination provides him and his companions with an endless supply of stories that protect them when they''re on the run and one day may even save Felix''s life.

Surprise your mum with a chainsaw ... be a bigger star than Tom Cruise ... save the world with a plate of veggies ... start your new life in a taxi ... rescue your family with a tomato ... send your dad into a panic with a tractor ... do a good deed with a paper bag on your head pack your bags for a trip to the spleen ... upset your auntie with ten kilos of chocolate ... swap a bomb for three ice-creams on a train ... and lots more! ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN ‘Readers can''t get enough of him.’ The Independent ‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times ‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

The best fiction for the Key Stage 3 classroom New Longman Literature

The truth is . . . Thomas has an embarrassing secret. Is it a rare and special gift or the worst thing that could happen to a boy? A story about best friends, surprising adventures and itchy nipples.

All Pearl ever wanted was a grandmother, but when ''Gran'' comes into her life she gets a lot more than she bargained for.

11-year-old Mitch lives in a remote Australian town. Desperate to win friends, and earn his family the gratitude of the hostile locals, he decides to become a world champion diver. Trouble is, there''s no water big enough to dive in for 600 miles.

Bumface! That''s who Angus wants to be. He dreams of being bold, brave, wild and free. Like the pirate in the stories he tells his younger brother and sister.

Who likes stomach acid and sludge farming and wants to find a friend? Wilton the worm. Who likes running away and hiding and wants to save the world? Algy the microbe. What''s huge and scary and the first thing they see outside? Underpants. Wilton has a bad feeling in his tummy. The one he lives in. Can one worm discover new worlds and save his friends from destruction? Wilton is about to find out. Discover the magical world of the intestine and embark on an epic journey with Wilton and Algy as they learn the power of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery on their quest to save their world and each other. ------------------ PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN ‘Readers can''t get enough of him.’ The Independent ‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph ‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times ‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

A story of friendship, courage and a bit of crime. Bridget wants a quiet life. Including, if possible, keeping her parents out of prison. Then a boy called Menzies makes her an offer she can''t refuse, and they set off on a job of their own. It''s a desperate, daring plan – to rescue two kids, Jamal and Bibi, from a desert detention centre. Can Bridget and Menzies pull off their very first jail break, or will they end up behind bars too? Sometimes, to help a friend, you have to dig deep.