Published: 24 July 2013
ISBN: 9780143307754
Imprint: Puffin
Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
RRP: $16.99

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from the Australian Children’s Laureate for 2018 and 2019

Morris Gleitzman

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A funny and moving story from one of Australian's most entertaining authors

SHORTLISTED – REAL Children’s Choice Awards 2014

When 13-year-old Matt is discovered impressing the livestock in an Aussie country town with his remarkable soccer skills, he's offered the chance of a lifetime – a try-out at one of Europe's biggest and most glamorous soccer clubs.

His younger sister Bridie goes with him as his manager and tells us their story – warts, goals and all.

The funny and moving story of a sister's love for her brother, and how it survives everything fate throws at it, including the millions of pounds and mountains of pressure at the top of the world's most popular sport.

Perfect for readers 9+ years.

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PRAISE FOR MORRIS GLEITZMAN

‘Readers can't get enough of him.’ The Independent

‘A brilliantly funny writer’ Sunday Telegraph

‘A virtuoso demonstration of how you can make comedy out of the most unlikely subject’ Sunday Times

‘He is one of the finest examples of a writer who can make humour stem from the things that really matter in life.’ The Guardian

Published: 24 July 2013
ISBN: 9780143307754
Imprint: Puffin
Format: Paperback
Pages: 224
RRP: $16.99

Categories:

About the author

Morris Gleitzman

Morris Gleitzman grew up in England and came to Australia when he was sixteen. After university he worked for ten years as a screenwriter. Then he had a wonderful experience. He wrote a novel for young people. Now, after 44 books, he’s one of Australia’s most popular authors. He was appointed the Australian Children’s Laureate for 2018–2019.