Champions of the Galaxy

<B>A brand-new, epic sci-fi action-adventure where friendship is tested to the limits from bestselling author Tọlá Okogwu. Perfect for 8+ fans of the Onyeka series, Star Wars and Marvel!</B><P> When a powerful group of aliens threaten Earth, a mysterious species called the Onni offers humanity hope. But there’s a catch. Ninety-one children from across the planet must first prove their worth by competing in a series of trials set on a distant planet. </P><P> For twelve-year-old Kola, who has long dreamed of going into space, it’s the chance of a lifetime. But once aboard the Onni mothership, Kola finds himself thrown into a misfit team of Champions. </P><P> As secrets unravel and tensions rise, Kola and his team must decide who to trust and what it really means to be a Champion. Because in the end, it’s not about being the smartest or the strongest. It’s about standing together. </P><BR/><B>Praise for Tola Okogwu’s <I>Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun</I>:</B><BR/><BR/> ‘Brilliant characters, action-packed plot, heartfelt themes of identity, family and friendship. A DAZZLING story about finding your power.’ <B>Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs</B><BR/><BR/> ‘An incredible story that reinvents the concept of a school for magical kids. So inspiring and creatively original.’ <B>L. D. Lapinski, author of The Strangeworlds Travel Agency</B><BR/><BR/> ‘Fast-paced, action-packed and empowering. Tọlá Okogwu’s storytelling shines so bright you’ll want the next instalment immediately.’ <B>A. F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief</B><BR/><BR/> ‘An inspiring, original and exciting roller coaster of a book.’<B> Katie Tsang, co-author of Dragon Mountain</B><BR/><BR/> ‘A rich and gripping story of discovering that your greatest power can come from within. I loved it!’ <B>Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy</B><BR/><BR/> ‘Brilliant, witty writing and spot-on characterisation.’ <B>Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good</B><BR/><BR/> ‘A thrilling, magical page-turner. Children will fall in love with this story.’ <B>Jenny McLachlan, author of The Land of Roar</B><BR/><BR/> 'Wildly fun and a huge breath of invigorating fresh air.’ <B>Sam Copeland, author of Charlie Changes Into a Chicken</B><BR/><BR/> ‘A thrilling, action-packed adventure full of heart. Onyeka is sure to be everyone's new favourite superhero.’ <B>Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear</B>