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A playful spin on Rapunzel, built around rhymes, mistaken hearing and increasingly unexpected objects. It may be especially enjoyable when shared aloud and compared with the familiar tale.

A coming-of-age story about the freedoms and practical burdens of teenagers living with little adult supervision, as April’s decisions bring consequences she must face.

Expect a fantasy adventure built around talking cats, a royal family and Haru’s attempt to get home.

A lively premise brings Greek-myth-inspired supernatural danger into modern Perth, with Sadie taking an active role rather than waiting to be rescued. The adventure may appeal to readers who enjoy action and mythological creatures.

Expect a mystery-driven adventure grounded in Ranofer’s aspiration to practise goldsmithing and his effort to expose his half-brother’s theft. The ancient Egyptian setting is described in substantial detail.

A school popularity story that centres a well-liked girl rather than an outsider, and follows her as she takes on a leadership role.

A gentle story about finding a way to express yourself when one approach feels difficult. Tapir’s discovery is drawing rather than writing, alongside his friends’ poems, story and song.

This is a comic story about two boys whose efforts to influence their parents’ relationship bring together family upheaval, a school event and the boys’ own changing relationship.

This is a character-led romance about two teenagers challenging family expectations, with Carly’s efforts to reunite her family and Arden’s grief shaping their paths.

A lively coming-of-age premise follows a high-achieving, superstitious teenager whose search for a supposedly lucky shirt becomes a journey far from home.

A supernatural time-slip story with two heroines in different centuries, drawing together around an old family home and a mysterious returning brother.

This is a relationship and identity story set around wrestling. Jorge’s career ambitions, gay identity and first boyfriend come into conflict over the meaning and impact of his wrestling persona.

This is a vampire-horror story driven by Rashel’s pursuit of revenge and her unexpected connection to Quinn. It may suit readers interested in supernatural danger and romance, though the relationship’s development is unclear.

This is a spy story about Jocelyn trying to change sides while confronting the consequences of her upbringing and divided loyalties.

This is supernatural, high-stakes fiction about Edie trying to save Kian while navigating an unnerving game in which belief makes nightmares real.

A linked fantasy collection with different heroines and challenges: a rescue journey, a princess finding her own magical abilities, and a girl learning to manage dragon transformations.

A young protagonist faces a threat to animals in a family preserve while managing without his parents nearby. The story is framed as a mystery with a building sense of danger.

A fantasy adventure combines a mystery about sick sea dragons with Emily’s effort to develop as a healer. The overview also promises peril, magical discovery and companionship, without revealing how the quest ends.

A hotel-dwelling mouse gets the chance to ride a toy motorcycle, turning his wish for excitement into an adventure involving a young guest.

An adventure about belonging and independent decision-making, with Wisp’s difficulty reading stars shaping both his relationships and his attempt to migrate.

This historical story puts Myrto’s limited choices at its centre: she is given in marriage by her brother and must consider whether to accept the life assigned to her or seek another path.

A reflective story about Eveline facing a consequential choice, where family ties and the hope of a different life pull in opposing directions.

This is a family-and-work story built around a wealthy young woman being required to try low-wage jobs to access her inheritance. An intern is also brought into the arrangement.

A perilous group journey drives the story, with the bears pursuing an imagined refuge while facing dangers, divided directions and a lasting change to their travelling group.

A coming-of-age story about trying to build genuine friendships after relying on an invented social life, with college offering Caroline a chance to start over.

A journey story about independence, unfamiliar company and river travel, with Megan’s judgement central to how she meets uncertain situations.

This is a supernatural adventure built around Kerry’s pursuit of answers and her growing knowledge of witchcraft. Its central tension is deciding whom to trust while her plans are unsettled.

This verse novel follows a teenage artist through wrongful imprisonment and his effort to preserve his humanity and pursue the truth.

A school dance troupe’s journey becomes a story of friendship and helping a young prince in danger, set against the threat of Nazi persecution in 1939.

This is a coming-of-age story centred on Joel’s private nighttime adventures and the changing bond with his father. Its appeal may lie in the mix of mystery, independence and family adjustment.

A magical village adventure sits alongside a story about siblings finding a more welcoming home. Expect mysteries and eccentric characters, with the children taking an active part in what happens.

This is a suspenseful mystery built around Charity’s restricted life, her unexplained condition and a dream that seems connected to a hidden part of the house.

This is an archaeology-themed adventure and missing-treasure mystery, led by a girl eager to pursue her ambitions. A local ghostly legend adds an eerie element to the expedition.

Secret spellcasting gives Eliza and her housemates a taste of freedom and power, but a spell’s deadly consequence changes the stakes. The book pairs boarding-school life and sisterhood with supernatural danger.

The story follows CC as she considers her future, guided by an ancient book, alongside children from different backgrounds. Its historical notes may add context to the adventure.

A small bird remains with a man after a flock flies away. Their encounter turns on his attempt to encourage it to fly, and ends with an unexpected return and a shared new experience.

A concise life story connects Houston’s military leadership to the founding and political development of Texas, while also including his early years and marriages.

This is a family-centred ghost story about three sisters trying to make sense of loss while imagining lives beyond their home and neighbourhood.

The story sets Koko’s effort to change alongside Jon’s uncertainty about his future, bringing personal conduct and life choices into focus.

Expect a comic zombie story built around a prom-night spell gone wrong, teenage romance and Mia’s unexpected position as leader of the infected class.

This is a historical story about a young person pushing against restrictive expectations, with family secrets and difficult choices alongside its Civil War setting.

This instalment centres on Hok’s search for a sense of self, alongside a dangerous rescue mission. Martial arts action and cooperation between the young monks are prominent.

A historical coming-of-age story about Annie’s attempt to move beyond her mother’s scheme and claim a life of her own.

This is a sibling story about Bernard’s interest in clothes design and the difficulties that follow when other children mock him. Sara is concerned about helping without worsening the situation.

A historical story about the personal cost of a remarkable singing voice, and the pressure of choosing between public success and a quieter life.

The story centres on Hortense's studies, interests and uncertain prospects amid her family's changed circumstances after the French Revolution.