THE BILLy growing up series by james minter

The "Billy Growing Up" book series is a collection of 8 children's books written by author James Minter. The books follow protagonist Billy, his best friend Ant and Ant's sister Max as they tackle the the challenges of pre-teen life. 

Each book takes Billy and Ant on a new adventure, and focuses on different emotional and negative behaviours, and how they deal with them, including, bullying, pride, jealousy, lying, stealing, self-confidence, dealing with money, and holding secrets.

Each book contains a new story together with a chapter of helpful pointers to enable children and their parents or carers to discuss any issues that might have affected them personally.