A guinea pig
who can read
A sailing adventure
he never asked for
When Flinders discovers turtle thieves in Moreton Bay, he must warn Sandy. There’s just one problem: he can’t speak human.
For readers aged 8–10
And younger children reading with an adult.
Human-written story. AI-generated illustrations.
Amazon US · Amazon UK · Australia direct.
He’s found his human.
She lives on a boat.
Flinders has finally found his own human. Unfortunately, she lives on a boat called Bob.
Twelve-year-old Sandy is delighted with her new guinea pig. Flinders is less delighted with all the water. But the newspapers lining his home have taught him something Sandy doesn’t know yet: he can read.
When he spots turtle thieves in Moreton Bay, he knows Sandy must be told. Now he just has to find a way to raise the alarm.
Approximately 20,000 words.
A few words from readers
“
Great book, was very enthralling with little giggles and a few held breaths – really hits the mark.”
Justine
“
I’ve just finished reading this to my 4- and 7 year old and we have enjoyed every page.”
Carl · Amazon
“
9 yo was totally captivated and was asking a lot of boaty questions afterwards.”
Rebecca · Goodreads
Get your copy
US and UK readers
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Retailer prices and delivery options vary by destination.
For those among us looking at an Amazon Alternative:
Australia: buy direct
Buy signed copies of Flinders the reluctant hero directly from the authors
A$19.95
Direct orders ship within Australia only. A$4.95 postage per order.
eBook: buy direct
Buy the Flinders the reluctant hero epub directly from the authors
Something for after the story
The free Flinders activity pack has colouring pages, bookmarks, bookplates, a review diary and posters.
The real Moreton Bay behind Flinders
Jim and Jayne share the islands, anchorages and family sailing trips that found their way into the story.
Before you order
Is this a new story?
This is an updated version of the original Flinders story, not a sequel.
What does a paperback cost?
Australian direct price: A$19.95. Direct orders ship within Australia only. A$4.95 postage per order, including multiple books. One paperback delivered in Australia: A$24.90.
When will my book be despatched?
Despatched within days of ordering.
Can you send the paperback outside Australia?
Direct paperback orders are delivered within Australia only. US and UK readers can buy the revised paperback through the Amazon links above. Retailer prices and delivery options vary by destination.