Detention Archives - Tristan Bancks

Tristan December 6, 2020

Win Books for Christmas!

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT! Congratulations to Emily G Williams (who entered via Facebook), winner of my Christmas giveaway of 10 signed books! Thanks, also, to the 257 people … View Post

Tristan August 8, 2020

QLD Literary Awards

I was excited to hear that Detention is a finalist in the QLD Literary Awards. The Griffith University Children’s Book Award is an … View Post

Tristan March 23, 2020

10 Online Literacy Resources for Homeschoolers

Here is a guide to the ten best online literacy resources I can offer to inspire kids and teens to read and create when … View Post

Tristan March 13, 2020

CBCA Book of the Year Notables 2020

The Children’s Book Council of Australia has announced its Book of the Year Notable Books for Younger Readers and I’m proud to … View Post

Tristan December 13, 2019

Kids’ & Teen Book Tour Highlights 2019

2019 has been another big adventure in the world of kids’ and teen books. (My top 9 Insta pics for the year above. Mental note: puppies … View Post

Tristan October 25, 2019

Detention Audiobook Free Sample Chapters

The Detention audiobook has just been released by Penguin Random House Australia and here are some free sample chapters for you. It’s available … View Post

Tristan September 5, 2019

5 Ways to Help & Understand More About Refugees

Many of us feel helpless when we see news reports on the way governments treat refugees. I learnt a lot about refugees coming to … View Post

Tristan September 2, 2019

Researching a Novel – Detention

Researching a novel can be very challenging. But the right advisers can make it an extraordinary learning journey. Jasmina Bajraktarevic from STARTTS was one … View Post

Tristan August 20, 2019

Detention Book Trailer

Detention is a book about an escape from an immigration detention centre, a school lockdown and an epic chase. It’s about a connection … View Post