I didn’t intend Little Sister to be an “issues” book (other than the issue of the inherent unfairness of being a younger sibling), but telling Al’s story led me to explore some places that can be tough to navigate on your own.
If you’re dealing with stuff like bullying, questioning your sexuality or coming out (or supporting someone who is), or the general hassles of balancing school with having some semblance of a life, Reach Out (www.reachout.com.au) has a lot of information, advice and links to services that might help.