The Day Before – Riverdale book 1 by Micol Ostow

Mystery Fiction                                           12years+

Based on the massively successful CW show, Riverdale, this prequel novel explores what the gang was doing before Season One. Why did Jughead and Archie have a falling out? What did Veronica's life look like in the Big Apple? And how long has Betty really been in love with Archie?
Told from multiple points of view, your favourite characters tell their story their way.

The Curse of the Chocolate Pheoenix by Kate Saunders

Fantasy Fiction                                            12years+

A secret government department, once again, needs the magical help of Oz and Lily in a desperate new mission. Along with everyone's favourite cantankerous cat, Demerara, her ratty companion, Spike, and the help of some powerfully magical chocolate, the children must travel back in time to the height of the Blitz. Can they defeat some very dangerous supernatural creatures and save London's famous cathedral from destruction by fire?

Cloudburst – A Jack Courtney Adventure #1 by Wilbur Smith

Adventure Fiction                                     

Jack Courtney has lived in London his whole life. But this summer his parents are travelling to the Democratic Republic of the Congo for a gorilla conference, and they've promised to take Jack and his friends with them. When his parents go missing in the rainforest, abducted by mercenaries, nobody seems to have any answers. Jack is pretty sure that it's got something to do with the nearby tantalum mines, but he needs to prove it. Along with Amelia and Xander, Jack must brave the jungle to save his parents.

Spine Shivers – The Creature in the Crystal by J. A.Darke

Horror Fiction

As a little kid, Val was intrigued by anything to do with the supernatural. So when her cousin, Ronnie, comes to visit for a long weekend with a book of spells, a Ouija board, and some mysterious gems in tow, Val's curiosity is reignited. But soon Ronnie's fearless spirit and sense of spooky fun start to haunt Val, who keeps having nightmares and witnessing a monster following her around the house. Can the girls figure out the truth before they're forced to come face to face with a real-life haunting?

Raven’s Gate – Power of five series #1 by Anthony Horowitz

Fantasy Fiction                                12years+

Matt has always known that he has unusual powers. Raised in foster care, he is sent to Yorkshire on a rehabilitation programme, only to find himself in the midst of sinister goings-on. Matt investigates and uncovers a terrible secret - eight guardians are protecting the world from the Old Ones, beings banished long ago by five children. But devil worshippers want to let the Old Ones back in.

Nightflyers by George R.R. Martin

Science Fiction                                12years+

When a scientific expedition is launched to study a mysterious alien race, the only ship available is the Nightflyer, a fully autonomous vessel manned by a single human. But Captain Royd Eris remains locked away, interacting with his passengers only as a disembodied voice—or a projected hologram no more substantial than a ghost. Yet that’s not the only reason the ship seems haunted. The team’s telepath, Thale Lasamer, senses another presence aboard the Nightflyer—something dangerous, volatile, and alien. Captain Eris claims to know nothing about the elusive intruder, and when someone, or something, begins killing off the expedition’s members, he’s unable—or unwilling—to stem the bloody tide.

One Of Us Is Next – book 2 by Karen M. McManus

Mystery Fiction                               12years+

It is a year after the action of One of Us Is Lying, and someone has started playing a game of Truth or Dare.
But this is no ordinary Truth or Dare. This game is lethal. Choosing the truth may reveal your darkest secrets, accepting the dare could be dangerous, even deadly.
The teenagers of Bayview must work together once again to find the culprit before it's too late . . .

Sports Skills - Cricket by Chris Oxlade

796.358 OXL

Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important cricket skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and photos showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from training to competing - while also finding out something about cricket stars of the past and present.

Begin, End, Begin – A #LoveOzYAAnthology

Short Stories                          14years+

With brilliantly entertaining short stories from beloved young adult authors Amie Kaufman, Melissa Keil, Will Kostakis, Ellie Marney, Jaclyn Moriarty, Michael Pryor, Alice Pung, Gabrielle Tozer, Lili Wilkinson and Danielle Binks, this all-new collection will show the world exactly how much there is to love about Aussie YA.