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Lin's excited about her first school sports day until she comes last. A relatable picture book about endurance and resilience from the award-winning author and Australian Survivorcontestant, Wai Chim.

A novel about growing up in a migrant Asian family with a mother who is suffering from mental illness from the highly commended author of Freedom Swimmer

Set against the backdrop of a severe drought in a remote Henan village, the story follows Shaozhen, who dreams of escaping rural life for a factory job in the city. However, his summer break takes a drastic turn as he faces the reality of his village's struggles with failing crops. Confronted with the dire situation, Shaozhen must devise a plan to help his family and community survive. The narrative explores themes of responsibility, resilience, and the challenges of rural life in the face of environmental adversity.

Set during Chinese New Year, Mei faces the potential loss of her family farm due to a government freeway project and a series of poor harvests. As her neighbors sell their land, Mei, along with her chickens Little and Lo, must rally the community to save their home. With the bulldozing deadline looming, the story highlights themes of resilience, community, and the bond between family and land, showcasing the collective effort needed to protect their way of life.