‘Many fascinating facts revealed with wonderful Roald Dahl-style humour that children will love. Bancks understands his audience and delivers an emotionally engaging adventure story that manages to be engrossing without leaving earth’s orbit – that is until (fingers crossed) the next book.’ Bookseller Publisher
‘Loving the concept of this book plus the additional addendum – a must –read handbook on how to become a space kid. This is not only a lot of fun but a priceless way to engage kids in the story post-read.’ Kids Book Review
‘I just finished First Kids in Space and I loved it. A great balance of action, great characters and some unexpected elements such as the boy from the past. Loved it and I hope to sell lots! Is this the first in a series? I hope so.’ Paul MacDonald – The Children's Bookshop, Beecroft
‘A galactic journey that will have you spinning through Space!’ DMAG
‘A high action page turner that tells the hard truths.’ Buzz Words
‘I liked it so much I readit two times and I recommend it for space geeks.’ Illawarra Mercury
‘Bancks knows how to engage his audience by using the right mix of tension and fun. All excellent stuff for schools and for the young person determined to blast off.’ Good Reading
‘Once I started reading, I couldn’t put the [Galactic Adventures] down because it was so exciting and I wanted to know what was going to happen next.’ Cairns Post