Bøger af Susan Day

When Commander Rocky is dog-napped by a ghost and disappears in a puff of smoke there is only one thing Astro can do. Summon the team together and go to the USA to save him. However, things don't go to plan and our valiant heroes become locked in a room without a door. Then they come face to face with five ghosts in a haunted house and have to save a group of celebrity dogs. Still, all in a day's work for our intrepid heroes but why then does the American Government beg them to leave?! In this fun children's book, Major Dakota's Ghost, we meet again a tunnel digging terrier who carries a diamond encrusted nail file. A large dog for which the complexities of door handles are a complete mystery and who, instead, opens everything with his head. As well as, a commando, khaki wearing Blue heeler who is armed with a hunting bone and a smell grenade. All are part of a team of dogs who work for a secret organisation. This organisation exists without detection and operates right under our very noses. Its sole purpose is to save dogs from neglect and to save each other too! Spy links Included!! These are special web addresses where you can find puzzles and games that are not available anywhere else in the world!!

The stories of Clarence the Snake from Dunolly came from the discovery of a six foot Eastern Brown Snake in the author's veggie patch and the subsequent overload of information received on how to avoid being bitten. Thus from strange beginnings, Clarence was born. Come along and join Clarence on his first eight adventures. Capturing the spirit and character of the small rural town of Dunolly, these delightful tales will entertain and captivate readers from 8 to 80 (and perhaps a bit older). You may even come to feel some type of small affection for Clarence's kind.

A secret organisation exists without detection and operates right under our very noses. Its sole purpose is to save dogs from neglect. It is manned by a tunnel digging terrier who carries a diamond encrusted nail file. A large dog for which the complexities of door handles are a complete mystery and who, instead, opens everything with his head. As well as, a commando, khaki wearing Blue heeler who is armed with a hunting bone and a smell grenade. And that's just to name a few! In The Great Escape, we meet Astro, possibly one of the most spoilt dogs in the world. He calls on this secret organisation to save him from what he falsely assumes is imprisonment and neglect. When Commander Rocky, head of The Organisation, finds out that Astro is not telling the truth he decides to teach him a lesson. Rocky takes Astro to the one place all dogs dread, The Check Out!However, things don't go to plan and Commander Rocky learns that below the shallow exterior of a grey shaggy dog is a brave, kind hearted hero. A hero called Astro.

Have you ever wondered what secrets and adventures were waiting for six dogs in the mystical land of India?Have you ever scratched your head and pondered the dietary requirements of a twenty foot python?Have you ever wanted to make a whole cricket team disappear?Well, wonder no more!In this funny children's book, Astro and the gang are employed to find the mascot of the Eden Gardens Cricket Club. But this is not just any mascot! No! The greatest cricket ground in the world has a real Bengal tiger cub as and she's been tiger-napped by the wicked genius, Speed Bump Charlie and his sidekick, Furball.Joining our brave heroes on their zany journey is an Asian bear who loves honey; a prim and proper Deerhound who has a love for all things rich and refined and; a whole assortment of other creatures who will steal your heart and perhaps your sanity while, at the same time, tickling your funny bone!

A secret organisation exists without detection and operates right under our very noses. Its sole purpose is to save dogs from neglect. It is manned by a tunnel digging terrier who carries a diamond encrusted nail file. A large dog for which the complexities of door handles are a complete mystery and who, instead, opens everything with his head. As well as, a commando, khaki wearing Blue heeler who is armed with a hunting bone and a smell grenade. And that's just to name a few! In this fun children's book, The Golden Treasure, our dedicated operatives are sent to find a secret treasure which has been stolen by the evil cat, Speed Bump Charlie. So secret is the Golden Treasure that the operatives are not even told what it is. They are simply told that it will find them at a cat show! But what about the new puppy recruits? Will their special skills and enthusiasm be a match for the wicked cunning of Speed Bump Charlie? Will Commander Rocky be buried alive? And will our team return the Golden Treasure safely to its rightful home?

Babysit a baby dragon, they said. Then deliver it safely to China, they said. It'll be easy, they said. What could go wrong, they said? Everything! It all started when Indy was attacked by a one-hundred foot dragon as she was traveling in the back of the van. Little did she know the beast slipped something very precious into the back of the van. Returning to base, no one believed that a dragon had attacked her. After all, they don't exist do they? Then something that moved at lightning speed and had very sharp claws began to terrorize headquarters. Baby dragons are not easy to look after. They are quick, intelligent, impatient, and have a bigger appetite than Alfie! The dogs certainly have their work cut out just trying to keep this one out of trouble. Things are further complicated when Speed Bump Charlie decides he wants the ransom money for the dragon and kidnaps him. You'll need to hang on to your hat as Astro and the gang try to keep one step ahead of the evil genius, Speed Bump Charlie and his sidekick, Furball; hide on board a plane and; negotiate Chinese dragons in this fast-paced, exciting adventure.

Who wouldn't want a robot that looked exactly like they did? How much fun would it be to go on adventures saving dogs with your robot double? Can we really blame Astro for ruining Christmas then?Well, yes, actually. Astro thinks his robot double can be reprogrammed to be good. He is sadly mistaken. After his robot double injures Santa and the reindeer it is up to our brave heroes to save Christmas. Let's face it, driving a sleigh and giving out presents can't be that hard surely? But what happens when the sleigh is stolen right from under their very noses? Who is swapping presents and burning Christmas angels? Who would dare to write rude things about Santa using Christmas lights?And who will eventually save us all from this terrible Christmas Calamity?In this fun children's story from the Astro's Adventures series you'll meet a young enthusiastic Border collie named Laddie, three very cheeky ducklings and you'll learn about some of Santa's secret powers. Joining the fun is our team of heroes, Commander Rocky, Stella D'oro, Alfie, Digger, Indy, Hans, Dingo and of course, Astro - our kind hearted reluctant hero. Not to mention, a guest appearance from Santa Claus himself!Spylinks included!Look for the Spylinks Hound for your secret webcode! You'll discover games and puzzles available nowhere else in the universe!

Two little girls, Pat and Rita, back in the 1950s, become best friends. Who Your Friends Are tells the story, in Pat's words, of the way their lives diverged. Rita is ambitious and determined and becomes successful in a way neither her family nor Pat would ever have imagined. Pat follows Rita's career with interest but without envy. She herself follows a conventional route through marriage, children, a job in a caring profession, and always believing in the enduring quality of their friendship. Now Pat finds herself without a job, with her children all grown up and time on her hands. Her past history with Rita is due for a reassessment - what will she make of it?

Dog-napped by wicked clowns, Astro and the gang become entangled in the goings on of a twisted, evil HAUNTED circus. They are thrown about by trapeze artists; used as target practise by the knife throwing Ringmaster; made to do somersaults through the Burning Ring of Flames and; nearly end up being eaten by a lion. But does this deter our intrepid heroes?Well ... just a little bit. But don't worry, reader! These are not the sort of dogs that let a few burnt hairs get in their way. These types of challenges only strengthen their determination to rescue the circus animals and save themselves. But what of the ghost clowns and the haunted circus? And the evil genius, Speed Bump Charlie and his hairy sidekick, Furball? What part do they play in this horrid tale?The answers to these questions are hidden within the pages of this book... Read on if you dare...

When Commander Rocky vanishes in a puff of smoke Astro gathers the team and they travel to the USA to rescue him. However, things don't go to plan and our valiant heroes become dog-napped and locked in a room without a door. Their mission becomes complicated when they have to save a group of celebrity dogs being held for ransom and deal with the ghosts lurking in the dark halls of the haunted house. Can our intrepid team rescue Commander Rocky? Can they save the celebrity dogs from the evil dog-nappers? And, can Alfie really eat every pizza in the country? This fun children's book, Major Dakota's Ghost, also introduces Spy links!! These are special web addresses hidden within the story. Type the address into your browser and you will find puzzles and games that are not available anywhere else in the world!!

Tricked into going to Ireland by a wicked leprechaun, Astro and the gang are forced to find the Leprechaun King's special pet.Only this pet is not the type of animal any dog should be forced to rescue.It's wicked and cruel, and can make you obey its every command just by purring!That's right! It's a CAT!Our heroes' are sent on a secret mission by the wicked Elf Queen to recover three precious treasures in exchange for the magical cat. But, as you may already know from previous adventures, things are never quite what they seem or work out they way the dogs planned.On this zany adventures Astro and the gang encounter a whole host of magical creatures, stunning scenery and, not to mention, a very polite donkey.

Come on! How hard can it be to find a replacement for the moon? Just head into space with a Moon Detector and it should be easy, surely? Well, maybe not for our heroes. They are after all dogs and prone to, well, shall we say, 'little' accidents. For example, knocking the spaceship off course; heading directly into the sun, being attacked by aliens... eating all the food supplies in the first hour!And there's more!Down on planet Earth things are going well either. Speed Bump Charlie, the most-wicked cat in all the world, has hatched a plot so extreme and so heinous it cannot be recorded here. If you have read the other books in this series you'll know that he does not like dogs. They spoil his freedom by chasing him up trees and they get far too much attention from their owners. Worse still they leave slobber in his food bowl. This time Speed Bump Charlie and his side kick, Furball, think they have the best device in the world that will rid the world of dogs forever! Can Astro and the gang really find a replacement for the moon? Can Speed Bump Charlie use his ingenious device to lure every dog in the world to their doom? And can, Alfie really 'blow' the spaceship back on course?

In, this fun children's book, Astro's Adventures: Rampaging Rats, Melbourne City Airport is being destroyed by monster rats. People think dogs are responsible so Astro and our valiant team not only have to destroy the rats, but they also have to find out who created these terrible creatures and clear the name of The Organisation. If they don't the strong bond that exists between people and dogs may be ruined for all time: We won't find out how Indy stopped a dog-eating crocodile or why there's a dog that thinks his name is Stop It! Astro is a grey shaggy dog who works for a secret organisation that exists without detection and operates right under our very noses. Its sole purpose is to save dogs from neglect. It is manned by a tunnel digging terrier who carries a diamond encrusted nail file. A large dog for which the complexities of door handles are a complete mystery and who, instead, opens everything with his head. As well as, a commando, khaki wearing Blue heeler who is armed with a hunting bone and a smell grenade. And that's just to name a few!

This fun and entertaining book, Astro is Down in the Dumps, was created to give children the skills they need to build resilience and cope with depression and anxiety. Astro is feeling so sad and blue he can't get out of bed. Then there's a knock at the door... who could that be? He is visited by his friends and each one tells him what they do when they are feeling sad. Rocky writes in his journal, Indy runs and plays outside, Stella talks to a friend, Digger eats fresh food, Dotty dances and Alfie paints. They convince Astro that there are ways of coping when you're sad and skills you can learn to help. This book was written after personally losing a loved one and dealing with that tragic loss. It was also driven after hearing of so many youth suicides. What if these kids could became more resilient? What if they learnt coping strategies? What if they learnt these things before they became teenagers and had a skill base they could draw from when their lives seemed to be getting out of control. There are worksheets at the back of the book for further ideas and ways of extending the skills presented in this book. Susan Day along with Jen Graham have also created a comprehensive teachers' resource book with practical lessons and activities that meet the National Australian Curriculum program. They are practical and engaging and can be used all over the world. There are telephone numbers for direct access to helplines included in this book too. Written in verse and with stunning full-color illustrations, this book is designed so that it can be shared in the classroom and at home. All monies raised from the sale of this book go to sending a free copy to each school and library in the country.

Arrr! Me, Hearties! Avast ya pack of seadogs! It's Captain Black from the wicked pirate catfish gang. I'm here to tell yas about a new book that stars me and me gang. Neptune's Trident it be called! There's a lot of dogs in it too but don't let that put ya off.You see, me and that evil genius cat, Speed Bump Charlie, steal Neptune's Trident. Neptune you sees is powerless without it and me and the old alley cat plan to take over all the oceans and all the seas. I want to rule as an all-powerful being and Speed Bump Charlie wants a never-ending supply of fish to eat! Astro and the rest of da mutts get caught up with some slippery characters as they try to foil our brilliant plans. Arrr! Join the mystery and suspense in this fantastic children's book. You'll meet Neptune, the nuttiest god in the world, a small, but delicious crab and there's even a special appearance from the Ugliest Dog in the World, Icky. So, what are you waiting for me hearties! Get reading and if this book doesn't give you the biggest belly laugh you've had in a while I'll eat me pirate hat!Translation for non-pirates: Neptune's Trident is the next tale in the Astro's Adventures series. Neptune has lost his trident and without it he can't protect his kingdom under the sea. He calls on our brave team of dogs to help him find it. What he doesn't know is that it has been stolen by the wicked genius Speed Bump Charlie and a gang of evil pirate catfish. They want to use it to take over the oceans and rule the seas. This fun children's book takes us on a slightly wet journey of sea monsters, hammerhead guards and a little crab floating on a raft of rubbish

Astro and our dedicated team are sent to find a Golden Treasure that has been stolen by the evil genius, Speed Bump Charlie. So secret is it no one knows what it is. They only know that it has been hidden at a cat show, of all places!The Golden Treasure is so important that without it the secret organisation will not be able to save neglected dogs.Then there's the new puppy recruits? Will their special skills and enthusiasm be a match for the wicked cunning of Speed Bump Charlie? Will Commander Rocky be buried alive? Will our team return the Golden Treasure safely to its rightful home and save The Organisation? Will they get out of the cat show without a scratch!

In Rampaging Rats, Melbourne City Airport is being destroyed by monster rats. People think dogs are responsible so Astro and our valiant team not only have to destroy the rats, but they also have to find out who created these terrible creatures and clear the name of all dogs. If they don't the strong bond that exists between people and dogs may be ruined for all time and we won't find out how Indy stopped a dog-eating crocodile or why there's a dog that thinks his name is Stop It! Follow the team as they travel around Australia and help rebuild the special bond that exists between dogs and their owners.

Tinka, the Gypsy Cat, sets a curse on Astro and the gang. She evens tricks the cunning evil genius, Speed Bump Charlie. Tinka is able to predict where the dogs are about to stage their next rescue mission. Then she sends the dog catcher to capture them and he takes them to the Check Out! The one place all dogs fear!But how does she know? Does she really have special powers or is it some kind of trick? Will our team realise that there is a spy amongst them? Will they be able to rescue Dingo and the other dogs from the Check Out before it's too late? Will they be able to find the gypsy camp and stop Tinka before all the dogs are captured?!Spylinks included!Look for the Spylinks Hound for your secret webcode! You'll discover games and puzzles available nowhere else in the universe!

There is a special organisation responsible for the wellbeing of all dogs. Its main goal is to make sure that all dogs are provided with a proper home, a nice warm bed and a cat to chase. This organisation is kept secret from every human being and operates, as you are about to see, right under our very noses. In this children's story, the first of Astro's Adventures series, Astro learns a valuable lesson about being spoilt, about friendship and about loyalty. At first, he appears to be an embarrassment to The Organisation when they find out he's not been held prisoner but is in fact, very well looked after. However, things turn when Commander Rocky decides to teach Astro a valuable lesson and Astro's true character shines. In the end it is Commander Rocky who learns something very important about this scruffy dog. All the dogs in Astro's Adventure are real and they all play and run together regularly. The cats, Nigel, the twin tabbies and Speed Bump Charlie (yes, that's his real name) are also alive and living, all be it, reluctantly with the Astro's Adventures gang. This story will appeal to all the family and to anyone who enjoys the company of a dog.

Sally-Ann has never been further from home than Scarborough. She is suffocating in her parents' house, fed up with their old-fashioned rules and bored with her job. Then Terry comes in to the library where she works to look at maps for his "trip around the world."'What's your name?' he asks her. 'Zita,' she lies. But becoming Zita is not so simple.Susan Day deftly leads you into Sally-Ann/ Zita's life and adventures, her coming of age, discovery of life's unpredictabilities and growing old. Her skilful depiction of the characters brings them to life and you'll miss them and wonder about them when you've turned the last page.

Nothing is more important to Lynn and Dave Wilde than family. They have lived in Sheffield all their lives, and their two married daughters live close by. Their son Jamie meets and marries Niecey, and they have a son. Niecey is something of an enigma - she is not from Sheffield, she appears to have no family, no friends and no past - but she is accepted into the family. Then Jamie discovers, by accident, the birth certificates of two children, and consults his parents and sisters about what this might mean: are they Niecey's children? did they die? who is their father? Does she know where they are? Does this explain her constant wandering around the city, her hovering outside school gates? As the secret gradually comes out, each member of the family reacts to the situation in a different way. Tensions run high, and Niecey is forced to reveal her history. Finally, answers come from an unexpected source, and open the way to a resolution. Sue Day describes with wonderful sensitivity, precision and honesty the life of this ordinary Sheffield family, as they are faced with an extraordinary dilemma.

As deaths mount during the coronavirus pandemic a retired history teacher reflects on the much greater personal impact of her sister's death 12 years before. Pam Dearly - lonely, grumpy, resentful - uses the lens of lock-down to review her life, her family and her relationship with her sister.

This beautifully understated story, of two working-class girls in the 60's, explores the opportunities and the limitations, hopes and disappointments - and the music - that they grew up with; and the choices they hardly remember making that shaped their lives.

For the past six months, Erica Jacobs had spent her time chasing after Jack and his assets while running from Travis and his charms. She wanted stability in her life, and Jack could provide that. But the only thing he was willing to give her so far was a friendship with fringe benefits. Travis, on the other hand, was passionate and loving and offered her the stability she was looking for. But Travis seemed to be too much of a playboy, and she wanted a future with someone that would last a lifetime, not a few months. After careful consideration, she decided to confront Jack about his intentions. If things went badly for her, Travis would pick up the pieces. Or would he?

There are families that would fall apart if the truth came out. Jen admires her father and Frank believes that his daughters are happy, but no one in any family knows the whole story. This family has fractured before, and been patched up by secrets and evasions. Now things are about to change.

Don't Call Me Grandma! probes the little-known underworld of my life as a grandma - the fearsome challenge against time that makes choking seem delightful. Do people assume you don't have sex anymore? Has babysitting become the supreme fear in your life, surpassing demonic possession? Were you ever assaulted by a baby biscuit? These are a few fearful situations that I have endured as the result of my agonizing transition from normalcy to the geriatric nightmare of becoming a grandma. Don't Call Me Grandma! also delves into the trauma of getting older. The "golden" years are not golden. The title, Senior Citizen, holds no rank. Wrinkles WILL find you. Allow me to bring some light-hearted laughter to your busy day through Don't Call Me Grandma! - a satirical but humorous revelation depicting every hidden aspect of what happened to me when I was hit with the double whammy of getting older and becoming a grandma.

One wartime morning four girls set out on a bike ride that will bind them together for years to come - through marriage, children and divorce, and even across continents. Many years later they are still in touch, and still trying to understand the tragedy that has been one of the constants in their lives. What did happen to Marcie?

The design revolutions of the early 20th century were woven into the very fabric of the carpets and rugs of that era. This book charts the evolution of carpet design out of the floral effusions of the Victorian salons and into the angular elegance of Art Deco and bold abstraction of Modernism popularized by the machine age.