Indigenous Literacy Day

Indigenous Literacy Day is a powerful reminder of the importance of preserving Indigenous languages, cultures, and knowledge systems. It’s about empowering communities to take pride in their heritage and providing the tools for future generations to thrive. Literacy isn’t just about reading and writing; it’s about preserving stories, traditions, and identity.

The library of Evans High School is proud to have celebrated the Indigenous Literacy Day. All Year 7 students had the opportunity to enjoy watching a live-streamed short film run by the Sydney Opera House Digital Creative Team.

To emphasise the importance of this day in our school, the library has displayed enticing books and other materials showcasing Indigenous literacy and focusing on stories about the traditions and identity of the Indigenous People.

Premier's Reading Challenge

The 2025 Premier’s reading challenge closed on the 9th of September. Students from Evans High School have participated in the competition by endeavouring to read 20 books in the reading list. Four students have already completed reading the required number of books to be entitled to receive the NSW PRC certificate from the Premier of NSW.

New series to the library

Chainsaw Man Series

Filled with mind-bending action and dark humour, the wild and unpredictable world of Chainsaw Man manga is not your typical shonen series. But Chainsaw Man manga isn't just about the wild artwork – it's a rollercoaster of emotions. Fujimoto seamlessly blends heart-wrenching moments with intense action sequences, leaving readers on the edge of their seats. It's a twisted and unpredictable narrative that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Tackling mature themes such as life, death, and the true nature of humanity – with a much-needed sprinkle of some well-timed humour to lighten the mood – Chainsaw Man manga is unlike other horror manga series. If you're looking for a manga series that breaks the mould and takes you on a wild, chainsaw-wielding ride, Chainsaw Man is a must-read 

Note: Chainsaw Man Books are restricted to students aged 16 or over year old, so juniors who’d like to read these books need to provide a signed permission slip from their parents/guardians. Please see our school librarian for the permission note.

Wings Fire Graphics Series

Not every dragonet wants a destiny . . . Clay has grown up under the mountain, chosen along with four other dragonets to fulfill a mysterious prophecy and end the war between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. He's not so sure about the prophecy part, but Clay can't imagine not living with the other dragonets; they're his best friends. So, when one of the dragonets is threatened, all five spring into action. Together, they will choose freedom over fate, leave the mountain, and fulfill their destiny -- on their own terms.

The New York Times bestselling Wings of Fire series takes flight in this first graphic novel edition, adapted by the author with art by Mike Holmes.

New fiction books

Marco's always done the right thing. But now it's time for wrong answers only. Marco should be at university, studying biomedicine. Instead, he’s been sent to live on a cruise ship in the Mediterranean with his estranged uncle, all because of a ‘blip’ everyone else is convinced was a panic attack. (Which it most definitely was not.). And even though Marco’s trip is supposed to provide answers – about himself, about his family – all he finds on board the Ocean Melody are more and more questions.

But then his best friend CeCe proposes a new plan: for someone who has always done the right thing, in every possible way, it’s time for Marco to get a few things wrong. And hooking up with a hot dancer from the ship is only the beginning . . .

‘Wrong Answers Only shines. It is a wonderfully funny and heartfelt novel that is also intensely, relatably human.’ JENNIFER NIVEN, #1 New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places

Part-thriller, part-queer romance, We Were Liars meets Station Eleven in this extraordinary young adult novel about love, grief and climate change from the award-winning author of Amelia Westlake.

★ SHORTLISTED: CBCA Award for Book of the Year for Older Readers

★ SHORTLISTED: DANZ Young Adult Book Award

★ SHORTLISTED: Davitt Award for Young Adult Fiction

Fifteen-year-old Emma is woken up by her dad's nightmares. Again.

On Friday evenings they go running at East Point Reserve to escape. Escape the ripples of grief that still chase them three years after her mum's death; escape Emma's autism diagnosis; escape her dad's work as an emergency room doctor.

At school, Emma has won a spot on the beach volleyball Sports Institute program. The spot that her best friend Summer desperately wanted. And Summer's family are moving to the other side of town. Their friendship has kept Emma going since her mum's death but now things are changing between them and change isn't something Emma can outrun.

Set in tropical Darwin, White Noise is an achingly true portrayal of girlhood, grief, and autism from the authentic and gripping voice of debut author Raelke Grimmer.

Lara Jean is having the best senior year a girl could ever hope for. She is head over heels in love with her boyfriend, Peter; her dad's finally getting remarried to their next-door neighbour, Ms. Rothschild; and Margot's coming home for the summer just in time for the wedding.

But change is looming on the horizon. And while Lara Jean is having fun and keeping busy helping plan her father's wedding, she can't ignore the big life decisions she has to make. Most pressingly, where she wants to go to college and what that means for her relationship with Peter. She watched her sister Margot go through these growing pains. Now Lara Jean's the one who'll be graduating high school and leaving for college and leaving her family--and possibly the boy she loves--behind.

When your heart and your head are saying two different things, which one should you listen to?

A collection of true stories about kids and courage. Ordinary kids doing extraordinary things. Extraordinary kids trying to live ordinary lives. Real kids doing it tough.

New Non-Fiction books

Buckle up and get ready for a drive! In this hi-lo series, reluctant readers will learn about some of the coolest cars available today. Engaging text provides details about the history, features, and futures of these cars. Crisp images deliver a visual aid for readers to connect with the text. Special features highlight key details about each car, including size, engine type, and top speed.

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