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After many months of preparation and excitement at the Walker Books office, Patrick Ness is finally here! The author of the stunning Chaos Walking trilogy is touring Australia and New Zealand this month. If you haven’t already read this series then what are you waiting for?
Here are just a few of the reviews for the first book in the series The Knife of Never Letting Go:

‘This very original, riveting story grips the reader from start to finish.’
Magpies magazine

‘Compelling reading from the first line . . . it never misses a beat’
Brisbane Courier Mail

‘It is a terrific, fast-paced action novel . . . But be warned, when you finish this late at night because you couldn't put it down, you're not going to be able to sleep!’
Booktopia Book News

‘an increasingly fascinating plot . . . what comes next should be great’
Dominion Post, NZ

‘A novel that really stands out.’
Viewpoint magazine

The cliff-hanger ending is as effective as a shot to the gut.’ Booklist

Along with being a fantastic author, Patrick is also a funny and engaging speaker. Make sure you check to see if he is doing any events near you Click here

Don’t miss out!

New Releases

  • I'm Taggarty Toad

    By Peter Pavey

    Paperback, AUS $15.95, NZ $17.99
    A reissue of the classic Australian picture book which follows the mischievous Taggarty Toad on his adventures.

  • When I Was Joe

    By Keren David

    Paperback, AUS $16.95, NZ $18.99
    Brilliant thriller debut from exciting new author!

  • Toppling

    By Sally Murphy
    Illustrated by Rhian Nest James

    Paperback, AUS $15.95, NZ $17.99
    A moving and triumphant illustrated verse novel about childhood illness and support for friends.

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