Children's Book of the Year shortlist (Older Readers) 2006

The Story of Tom Brennan by JC Burke

Tom is seventeen. He likes rugby. He lives in a small country town. Except then there is a fight... and a car accident... and Tom's life changes forever.

Double Exposure by Brian Caswell

Chris and Cain are twins, but you couldn't find two more different people. Chris is cool, a genius, artistic, a rebel. Cain is just normal. Or is he?

No Worries by Bill Condon

Brian Talbot has dropped out of school and started working nightshift at the local dairy. His dad lives in a shed in the back garden, and his mum is sad all the time. Then Brian falls in love.

Chasing Charlie Duskin by Cath Crowley

When Charlie goes to stay in the country with her Grandpa, she just wants to hide from the real world and play her guitar where no one can here her. Rose just wants to get away from the country and go somewhere where she will be noticed. They are both about to have the best summer of their lives.

It’s Not All About You, Calma! by Bary Jonsberg

When Calma Harrison applied for a job at the local Crazi-Cheep, she was just after some extra cash. She never expected she would fall in love...

Lost Property by James Moloney

Although it may look like Josh has it all - cool job, gorgeous girlfriend, good at school, in a band - he doesn't. His brother disappeared two years ago, and his family hasn't been the same since.