New Releases by Libby Hathorn

Dramatic novel for teenage readers. When Vaughan''s parents go overseas he is left with his grandparents in an isolated coastal town. He must undergo a terrifying initiation before he can join the local gang of boys. The author has won many national and international awards. Her other publications include ''The Wonder Thing'', ''Way Home'' and ''Feral Kid''.

Story for 8 to 12 year olds. Leah tries to prove to her friend Jilly that she can be a star.

A young girl copes with her grandmother''s death with the help of the old woman''s shoes and some special memories.

A day in the life of 21 wombats, from waking until they return to their burrow to sleep.

Using a visit to Grandpa, the story highlights the road safety messages for car passengers.

The poems capture the world of children, the ordinary and the extraordinary, the schemes and the dreams.

A children''s novel telling the story of how two unpopular kids at school win friends and influence people through their devotion to dogs. Nicely illustrated.

Novel with amusing illustrations for older children tracing the adventures of Jezza and his friends in their attempts to buy a longed-for inflatable yellow boat. When his mother needs the noney for something really special, Jezza must make some decisions. The author has written several books for children which have been honoured in the Children''s Book Council Awards. First published in hardback in 1990.

Trapped in the barren landscape of the city, Mrs Paddy dreams of the Garden of the World, so she and Jack embark on a journey of discovery around the world. Their dream becomes reality, as they work to bring together the elusive elements of the Garden of the World, in a wondrous garden in their own backyard.

Bronwyn doesn''t mind looking after her little brother Sampson until Cheryl arrives and gives her more than she can handle.

Paolo finds a kitten and makes a friend.

Designed to encourage reading ability.