What’s that you say? You’re in the mood for a tense rural crime novel from a bestselling author, a diverting family drama about money, and a quirky kids’ story that may or may not contain aliens? Well, then, we’ve certainly got you covered this month! Boy, what are the odds…?

Mischance Creek   
by Garry Disher    

Hirsch is busy with his annual firearm check. It’s routine business but the drought and the rise of the sovereign citizen movement has made everyone edgy. Helping a young woman solve a seven-year-old missing-persons case seems just the distraction he needs. But when his cold case starts to warm up, Hirsch isn’t the only one about to feel the heat…

‘Hirsch is one of my favourite characters…Unmissable.’ Hayley Scrivenor, author of Dirt Town

Do We Deserve This?           
by Eleanor Elliott Thomas    

Three siblings must decide how to divide a multi-million-dollar lottery windfall, in this witty family drama for fans of The White Lotus.

‘All families are uniquely f**d up, just not as hilariously as this one. A highly entertaining delight.’ Emily Spurr     

The Experiment     
by Rebecca Stead

From the beloved author of When You Reach Me, and co-author of The Lost Library,  this fast-paced coming-of-age story is ideal for any kid who’s ever felt like the odd one out.

‘A grounded but at times thrilling story…fun, light alien fare.’ Booklist

Our October new releases are available in print and ebook from all good booksellers.