Retro read: 'I am not Esther' by Fleur Beale

Kirby leads a comfortable life with her mother, even though at times it feels as though she is the parent.  They don't have a lot of m... Read more »

Recommendation: 'The freedom merchants'

The freedom merchants by Sherryl Jordan .  Liam's village - like much of coastal early-17th century Europe - lives under constant fe... Read more »

Retro read: 'See ya, Simon' by David Hill

See ya, Simon by David Hill .  While wondering what wonderful read to pull out of my memory banks for this month's retro read, I coul... Read more »

Retro read: 'The tricksters' by Margaret Mahy

The tricksters by Margaret Mahy A retro-read, perfect for mid-year, dreaming of summer... Margaret Mahy has written many a fascinating r... Read more »

Retro read: 'Stanley's aquarium' by Barry Faville

Stanley’s aquarium by Barry Faville This little-known New Zealand book is worth hunting down. Robbie takes on a weekend job mowing lawn... Read more »