Laura McGonogle and the Wombat-O-Matic
What if one small, fantastic event could transform a shy teen into a national sensation?
When fourteen-year-old Laura McGonogle encounters a crippled wombat on a dark roadside, she’s driven to help. With the support of her friends, JW and Vaughn, she invents the Wombat-O-Matic — a revolutionary device that gives the wombat, Whizzzer, a second chance at life.
Laura hopes to showcase her invention at her high school science competition, but her groundbreaking work attracts unexpected attention, catapulting her into the spotlight at a national competition. There, a jealous rival sabotages her efforts, turning her dream into a public disaster and threatening everything she holds dear.
Now, Laura must find the courage to defend her invention, restore her reputation, and protect Whizzzer against the odds.
Filled with unforgettable characters, heartwarming support, and the unshakable strength of a young inventor, Laura McGonogle and the Wombat-O-Matic is a powerful story of resilience and triumph.
Book 1 of the Whizzzer Chronicles.