Jillian Powell 
Rock Chick 

Lexie is desperate to get the attention of the most gorgeous boy in the world, but the only way she can talk to him is by learning his hobby — rock climbing. Trouble is, Lexie’s really scared of heights… Badger’s Full Flight Girl Power is a series of 10 girl-centred stories aimed specifically at a female audience. They are reluctant readers with a reading age of 7.5-8.5 but include characters and storylines that would appeal to an interest age of 8-14. The female protagonists are relatable and the stories are varied and thoughtful, including issues surrounding friends, family and bullying, with narratives about snowboarding, judo, fashion, dance, rock climbing, mysteries and supernatural peril.