Donkey Drop

By Stephen Tarulli

Shortlisted for the Australian/Vogel's Literary Award

It's 1999. Joel is drifting through suburban Melbourne with no job, no direction and little reason to believe he'll ever amount to much. When he lands an apprenticeship at a smash repair shop, he discovers something he's never had before: pride in his work.

But Hannels Panels runs on more than hard work. Under the influence of a charismatic mentor, Joel is drawn into stealing cars, where every crossed line makes the next one easier. For once, he feels like he belongs - but the choices that earn him respect threaten to take everything away.

Donkey Drop is a coming-of-age novel about friendship, loyalty and the price of belonging.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1764801008
• ISBN13: 9781764801003
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Ironbelly Books
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.0" x 8.0"