1. With some fuss, Pa docks many roosters, perhaps (4,2,5)
2. One who helps script a book - in spirited style? (5-6)
3. Tells the story of rare ants (8)
4. They indicate that a slings to be arranged (6)
5. The closest star (3) sun.? Theres a follow up clue - 5 is found, back near the nose (5)