Nobody likes to be made fun of or be called mean
names. But that is what happens to Barny and his fluffy friends.
Barny always feels like he is on the back hoof and
never has a witty comeback. Being a lamb whose real name is Baarnabus certainly
doesn’t help. Who ever heard of a lamb being a meanie?
In his head, Barry knows what he should do but gets
scared and trots away. Together with his best friends who are equally as fluffy
as Barny – he finds solace.
Meet Shaama Llama Ding Dong and Billy the Kid (an angora goat), Barny’s two besties, also known as The Nerd Herd.
Unfortunately, they are being terrorised by other farm animals – Ringo the Dog, Fat Cat (or preferably Plus-Size Puss) and Kevin Bacon who is, you guessed it, a very overweight pig.
The three friends decide to join forces against the
bullies – together they can be stronger ... though not without some hiccups.
Then a fox sneaks into the hen house during the night
and the attack leaves everyone scared, including the bullies.
Can the Nerd Herd rescue Janine and Jill the missing
hens? Will they wolly save the day? All while staying one hoof in front of the
bullies? No prob-llama . . .
This new graphic novel series features hilarious
illustrations, puns and comical descriptions, different coloured and sized
writing and a great story – all appealing elements for reluctant readers.
Author Nathan Luff and illustrator Chris Kennett have created this new laugh out loud series that will have readers wanting more.
Title: The Nerd HerdAuthor: Nathan Luff
Illustrator: Chris Kennett
Publisher: Scholastic Australia, $14.99
Publication Date: 1 February 2021
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781760971069
For Ages: 6 - 9
Type: Junior Fiction
