The results are in, it was a close decision but it has been announced that Modern SCI-FI is the best! The Galactic Council of Librarians send their thanks and gratitude to the students of Thomas Hassall for their wise decision and for restoring peace to the world of literature.
Three lucky students have won prizes! First prize went to Jack Binskin. (Year 8) Jack has won a $30 gift card to Galaxy Bookshop. 2nd prize went to Nathan Fanning (Year 9) and 3rd prize went to Cooper Lewis. (Year 7)
Library staff would like to thank all the students who participated in this competition.
Term 2 Competition Sneak Peak
‘1 Down, 3 Across, 2 Down, 4 Across’ – What does it mean? Stay tuned for more information soon!
Library Open Times
The IRC is closed to all students during recess and lunchtime on Tuesdays. Open times before school will still stay the same.
What’s new on the shelf?
They’re not the heroes we deserve. They’re just the ones we could find.
Aurora Rising – Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff
“The year is 2380, and the graduating cadets of Aurora Academy are being assigned their first missions. Star pupil Tyler Jones is ready to recruit the squad of his dreams, but his own boneheaded heroism sees him stuck with the dregs nobody else in the Academy would touch...
A cocky diplomat with a black belt in sarcasm. A sociopath scientist with a fondness for shooting her bunkmates. A smart-ass techwiz with the galaxy's biggest chip on his shoulder. An alien warrior with anger management issues. A tomboy pilot who's totally not into him, in case you were wondering. And Ty's squad isn't even his biggest problem – that'd be Aurora Jie-Lin O'Malley, the girl he's just rescued from interdimensional space. Trapped in cryo-sleep for two centuries, Auri is a girl out of time and out of her depth. But she could be the catalyst that starts a war millions of years in the making, and Tyler's squad of losers, discipline-cases and misfits might just be the last hope for the entire galaxy.”
‘Aurora Rising’ is the first part of an epic new science fiction adventure by the bestselling authors of the Illuminae Files Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff. Containing pages filled with heart racing action, incredible suspense and laugh out loud humour, this is a novel that is bound to be a winner. One of the special features of this book is its range of fascinating, diverse and wonderful characters. Readers will find great joy in following this ragtag group of space travellers as they overcome their differences to work together and succeed.
Each chapter in the novel follows an individual team member, this system of rotating perspectives is a great format that not only gives the reader a deeper insight into the thoughts and feelings of all the characters but also provides the story with fresh energy that keeps the plot going at a fast and exciting pace.
‘Aurora Rising’ is a fantastic new space opera novel. Part Firefly, part Guardians of the Galaxy, this book is bound to a favourite with readers who enjoy science fiction, action stories and a great adventure!
Lots more great new novels have arrived in the IRC. Make sure you check the new book stand for all the latest titles.
Overdue notices
Overdue notices have been sent out. If any students require a printed list of their loans please speak to Mrs Comiskey or Mr Smith.
Students who do not return their books after receiving their third notice as well as an email will be invoiced for a replacement copy.
All invoices will still stand if books are returned after this final date.
If you have any problems or questions regarding overdue books please speak to Mrs Comiskey or Mr Smith who will be happy to help.
Mrs Annette Comiskey & Mr Michael Smith
Senior IRC Library Team