{"title":"Luke Palmer","description":"\u003cp\u003eLuke Palmer’s works invite young adult readers into vivid explorations of self-discovery and emotional growth. With titles like \u003cem\u003eBig Words\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLive\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003ePlay\u003c\/em\u003e, his storytelling captures the complexity of adolescence with honesty and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect narratives that balance thoughtful reflection with moments of lightness, creating a compelling journey through the challenges and joys of youth. Palmer’s books resonate with those who seek stories that are both heartfelt and relatable.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"play-by-luke-palmer-9781915444318","title":"Play","description":"Four boys grow up together at school, itching to get out of their small town. They play games, scoring points from each other, anything to pass the time until they’re free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Matthew slips into his imagination, Luc pushes his body to the limit, and Johnny … well who knows what Johnny’s up to. But when Mark starts running errands for his older brother’s mysterious associate, he thinks he’s found the best game of all. There’s money in his pocket and his friends have started looking at him differently.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Then Mark breaks a rule, and quickly realises that the penalties in this game far outweigh the prizes. Can they all make it to the finish line before someone loses more than just face?","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47082398712044,"sku":"9781915444318","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/27111673482869.jpg?v=1765274118"},{"product_id":"big-words-by-luke-palmer-9780008789848","title":"Big Words","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward-winning author Luke Palmer masterfully captures the intricate dynamics of teenage friendship in this compelling tale of misadventure, resentment and reconciliation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cp\u003eBiggest goes first – always. That’s one of the unspoken rules of Kiln, the forbidden wasteland where Sam and his mates hang out. So when Sam comes up with a plan to go sledging on the rust-ridden bonnet of a rotting car, he goes first. To show the others how it’s done.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis mates aren’t so keen. But there’s no complaining. No backing down. Those are the other rules of Kiln. Even when they lead to disaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWill their friendship survive the wreckage that follows, or is it time for the rules to be changed?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParticularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 8.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47417806520556,"sku":"9780008789848","price":19.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/91DyCKl6Y3L._SL1500.jpg?v=1774310532"},{"product_id":"live-by-luke-palmer-9781915444967","title":"Live","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear Twelve pupil George is passionate about his band and his music, even if the three other band members are a little more laid back. They play for all their friends' parties and just might, he hopes, hit the big time despite surprise competition with new girl Beth and shy fellow-pupil Taidgh taking to the stage as talented musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when disaster strikes one of the band members, the whole year group must deal with loss and grief, and work out who their true friends are as they try to rebuild their futures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47894127935724,"sku":"9781915444967","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781915444967-live.jpg?v=1783218391"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/luke-palmer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}