The Raven Heir – Franc.World review

“She couldn’t stay a moment longer. Not in that room, and not in this big stone trap, either. Turning cat, she fled across the courtyard, through the archway that led to the kitchen gardens. They lay empty of people and interferences and rules, richly scented with growing herbs in the cool, violet air of twilight. […]

Books of the Month: February

Drum roll, please – it’s time to announce our February “Books of the Month!” This month, we are featuring “The Cane” by Maryrose Cuskelly, “It Wasn’t Meant to Be Like This” by Lisa Wilkinson, and “Cameron Battle and the Hidden Kingdoms” by Jamar J. Perry. We hope you enjoy these incredible books as much as […]

Author Q&A with Sam Kerr

Samantha Kerr is not only a talented Australian soccer star, but she is also an incredible children’s author. Her new books “Kicking Goals: The Flip Out” and “Kicking Goals: A New Knight” have just hit the shelves and demand to be read. With page-turning action and plenty of sports references, these books are perfect for […]

Eliza Vanda’s Button Box – Franc.World review

From one of Australia’s most beloved authors (Deltora Quest series, Rowan of Rin) comes this magical tale of spells, black jellybeans, friendship and buttons. No one saw Eliza Vanda arrive in Tidgy Bay that rainy winter afternoon. The sign advertising ‘Cabins for Rent’ was almost hidden by a pile of builder’s rubble, but Eliza Vanda […]