The Clocker

Nev’s life stinks. His mother left, and he lives with his Dad, who is a bit weird. The school bully, Kez, is making his life a misery.

The best things in Nev’s life are his five hens, especially his favourite, The Clocker. He can talk to her, and she understands.

After struggling to find something to write for a poetry competition, Nev decides on a poem about The Clocker. He is chosen to represent his school and read his poem at the Regional Schools’ Poetry Festival.

On the downside, the poem ramps up the bullying. Will Nev ever gain the confidence to stand up to Kez?