Pookie Aleera Is Not My Boyfriend

Please, sir. The apple isnt rubbish . . . its for the birds.


In a country town, in a school just like yours, the kids in Class 6A tell their stories.


Theres Mick, school captain and sometimes trouble-maker, who wants to make the school a better place, while his younger brother Jacob just wants to fly. Theres shy and lonely Laura who hopes to finally fit in with a circle of friends, while Pete struggles to deal with his grandpas sudden death. Popular Selina obsesses over class comedian Cameron, while Cameron obsesses over Anzac biscuits and Pookie Aleera - whoever that is
For new teacher Ms Arthur, its another world, but for Mr Korsky, the school groundskeeper, hes seen it all before.

Award-winning author Steven Herricks latest verse novelis a heart-warming tale about friendship, grief and the importance of baked goods.