New MG for Charlie Archbold

Congratulations to author Charlie Archbold on the upcoming publication of

The Sugarcane Kids and the Empty Cage

A paperback middle grade fiction for ages 8-12 published by Text Publishing

August 2024

Gloria the eclectus parrot is missing from the animal sanctuary, and Anna ‘not an anaconda’ has vanished from the library. Have they escaped? Were they stolen? When the Sugarcane Kids hear about the disappearances they know they have to investigate.

An action packed sleuthing adventure set in the wilds of far north Queensland.

Book launch - details below

A fantastic title for little explorers!

New book for Charlie Archbold

Congratulations to author Charlie Archbold on the publication of

The Sugarcane Kids and the Red-Bottomed Boat

a junior fiction book for 8 - 12 year olds soon to be published by Text Publishing.

Andy and Eli live in a small coastal town in far north Queensland. When Eli’s cousin is arrested for theft, they know he is innocent. Clues lead them deep into the mangroves where they find the evidence to save him.

The Sugarcane Kids and the Red-Bottomed Boat was short listed for the Text Prize.
It is an adventure which explores themes of friendship, bravery and justice for middle-grade readers.

Book launch: by Vikki Wakefield in Adelaide on 28 May.