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The beauty of having a passion is that it can be shared. This one was passed down through two generations, from Grandfather to Grandson. All those hard-fought hours necessary to turn a dream into reality led to a sense of complete freedom and the chance to taste the full flavours of life.The places, the people, the natural beauty, the exquisite food, and the memories made in fleeting moments - these are the times we never get back. Yet, when we put them all together, they form a gift, one that we can all enjoy in the present.After 11 years at university and working in central London, focused on hitting monthly targets, an opportunity presented itself. Turning the negative of a financial crisis into a positive, the chance of a lifetime came calling.The dream became reality. As each day passed, having no plan turned out to be the best plan. Don't wait for a negative, create the positive!I hope someone finds my message in a bottle...

In the heart of an uncharted ocean, far from any shore, stands a towering tree unlike any other, a tree that holds life, death, and secrets deep within its ancient bark. This is The Mystery Tree House, a refuge and a curse for the shipwrecked souls who find themselves marooned on its immense roots.When a fierce storm leaves a diverse band of survivors stranded on this colossal tree, they soon discover its life-sustaining waters and mystical properties. Led by Warrior Is Born, a West African sailor turned reluctant leader, they carve out a new society within the tree's hollowed trunk. But beneath the paradise they build, shadows lurk, dark forces that threaten to unravel their fragile existence. As they struggle to survive and understand the tree's mysterious power, the tree house reveals its true nature, a place where treachery festers as deeply as the roots that anchor it to the sea floor.As Warrior Is Born ascends to kingship, he must navigate a web of power struggles, ancient prophecies, and supernatural forces. The stakes are nothing less than the survival of his people and the very soul of the tree itself. The Mystery Tree house is a gripping tale of leadership, sacrifice, and the eternal battle between human ambition and the natural world's inscrutable power. Discover a world where myth and reality intertwine, and every decision could be their last.

Have you ever woken up wondering what the day will bring? If this includes fishing around inside someone's intestines, being sent photos of bodily fluids, or even pretending to be dead, then you may just happen to be a surgeon. If it includes retrieving arrows, knives, and other foreign bodies from various anatomical locations, then you may be a trauma surgeon. If it also includes rescuing patients from spitting monks and overdosing pharmacists, then you probably work as a doctor in Southeast Asia.From the relative safety of a 1970s UK medical school to the extremes of modern-day Cambodia, enter the world of funny, sad, baffling, and, at times, unbelievable encounters with patients, teachers, and colleagues over five decades.

Westieti, a spirited West Highland Terrier, embarks on an exciting adventure with his best friend, Suzie. His greatest wish? To receive a special invitation to visit the Queen of England. While standing in front of Buckingham Palace, something unexpected happens, and Westieti performs a heroic act that captures everyone's attention. A newspaper reporter captures the moment, and the next morning, Westieti's brave deed makes front-page news.Now, the Queen herself is on a mission to find Westieti and Suzie, eager to invite them for breakfast at Buckingham Palace. But will she locate them before they leave for Canada? The Queen has a special gift for Westieti and a royal mission in mind just for him.

A storm hits London - no ordinary storm! This is the worst hurricane ever recorded by meteorologists. Storm Betsy is sweeping across the Atlantic after devastating the eastern seaboard of the USA, and now it's heading straight for Britain.Mark, Andy, and Fiona have been tasked with reporting on its destructive path. As massive waves hurtle along the Thames, destroying everything in their wake, can Mark save his mother from the wild river? The city is in grave danger, and the Prime Minister struggles to manage the enormous catastrophe brought on by climate change.The storm wreaks havoc along the eastern coast before reaching the Thames, overwhelming the Thames Barrier and sparking fires along the riverbanks. Emergency services struggle in vain to contain the horrific impact on the lives of the people and the city's infrastructure.Based on expert research, this story reveals what could happen to London and other major coastal cities at sea level - a dire warning for the future!

Sally and Ralph Armstrong, along with their expanding family, move into a beautifully restored Georgian dower house just outside York. But as they settle in, they uncover long-buried secrets that link their new home to pivotal moments in England's history.

A collection of poetry written from a neurodivergent mind about the multitude of emotions and experiences one can go through just to make it through adolescence. All of which envelope deep emotions and experiences such as anguish, despair and discrimination, but also poetry that touches on subtle emotions like hope and tranquillity.The poems written upon the pages of this book have come from a fifteen-year-old all the way to now a nineteen-year-old who is thrilled to finally share them with the world. These poems are the face of feelings that have been internalised for far too long, and have served as a form of self-expression through not just adversity, but also times when hope and snippets of joy felt strong.Poetry has helped the author understand their emotions and how they take in and process the environment around them. The way the author sees the world is likely different from most, but the emotions within their poetry unwrap the harsh and kind feelings that may have, at least once, been felt by all."When the world turns their ears awayIt's poetry I send words toBecause there,You might just realise the value of my voice."- Mea Finch.

Within this third and final publication of the Franklin Family Trilogy, we follow the life, events and achievements of Reginald Peter along with his long-suffering partner Ruth, who is in the process of serving out a life sentence. Reg and Ruth may be regarded as an ordinary couple within a loving family, but however one may regard him, there is nothing normal about Reg and certainly nothing fictional about this story!

David O'Driscoll, a prominent detective with an impeccable reputation in an otherwise sleepy little town, finds himself deeply immersed in the daunting task of attempting to piece together a violent cold murder case which surfaced twenty years ago. All the while, he is attempting to piece together his personal life, which has significantly veered off the steady, rock-solid rails that he was so reliant upon.Join him on his wild, fast-moving journey to build a team of specialized experts who band together to seek new clues to the mystery and bring justice to the criminal who they believe is responsible for the heinous act. The team must deal with and overcome bureaucratic obstacles that challenge their resolve and beliefs in the system from which they operate.Similarly, David must consider the possibility that he might find the best advice to solve the problems of his shattered personal life if he can only find the courage to reach out to those whose proven loyalty has become so immensely invaluable.This page-turner is at times funny, sad, infuriating, exciting, and most of all thought-provoking. Once the reader picks it up, it is very difficult to put it back down.

Winter has arrived in the Woodmont Valley. Maple Pond is frozen, and the ice surface is as smooth as glass. The Seever family of beavers are warm in their lodge. But beavers don't sit still for long. Today, the Seevers want to go ice skating! Discover how the family meets new friends on the ice. This leads to an exciting hockey game.See how creative beavers can be. How does Papa sharpen their skates? Daughter Evelyn learns the value of sharing and has special hopes and dreams.A fun adventure to read next to a warm fire.

Maudy Fowler and Gail Hunt extend their heartfelt thanks to all of you for being such wonderful friends and supporters over the years. July 26, 2020, marked 20 years since Maudy and Gail first met. In celebration of this milestone, they have published seven globally recognized books, and now present this latest book for your enjoyment! This special book, created to commemorate their 20-year journey together, is filled with inspirational and empowering poetry, sayings, and photos designed to guide you through life's journey.With their new book, Angel Love From Above, their goal is to remind everyone how special you are to them. They encourage you to:Live in the moment - live in the day.Pray,And let the Angels lead the way.

The year is 1966, and the world is undergoing a transformation, as it often does. In Britain in the 1960s, its people are trying to adjust to what they have been told is a new and bright generation, with different values and new opinions, however unclear, when asked about them. All to figure out their place and function in this new era.A death occurs during a party, but it might not have been intentional, maybe it was accidental, no one knows. What becomes clear is that someone wanted to harm the partygoers a lot.It is up to five people from very different backgrounds to work together, to find out what really happened and why.

He has become one of the biggest stars on the planet, and she must meet him - well, not just meet him, but somehow get into his hotel room and into his bed.When news comes of forthcoming concerts in England, she knows this is the chance she has been waiting for and the only chance to fulfil her dream.Travelling down to London alone, she arrives early and sets about exploring the area where he will be performing. Having scoured the area, she hatches a plan. If she leaves the concert before the end, she can get to a place where his car will pass her, as he leaves the arena.When the doors to the area open to admit the hundreds of girls, she manages to push her way through everyone until she is at the front. This turns out to be to her advantage as during his performance he flirts with her, constantly.After leaving the area near the end of the concert, she makes her way to her planned position.With a million butterflies dancing in her stomach, she sees the car approaching. Wondering if this has all been a waste of time, she realises the car is slowing down, finally stopping beside her. The door opens and he speaks to her. Climbing into the car, she looks into his eyes - he smiles.The only thought in her head at that moment is, 'I've done it.'

Free from the clutches of the wolf Burrmark, Jay leads the children ever south to their intended destination. There are still many mountains to cross, a permafrost, and a huge expanse of featureless snow with a storm brewing, as well as the constant daily search for food, which troubles their every step. As time drags on, each of the children has their own problems, needs, and hopes, all of which Jay, with his sister's help, must somehow solve.What can a colony of penguins do to help? A wolf pack, a cave, and a second avalanche will test even their strongest beliefs. Will they ever reach the winter land and find their parents again?

A young girl's lifeless body lies beneath the Owl's Head Mountain walking bridge, her violet eyes closed forever. Eight-year-old Anna Saulstice, an autistic child who found solace in nature's embrace, has met an untimely end, her death sending shockwaves through the close-knit community. Inspector Gabriel Duforêt and Lieutenant Maxine Leblanc suspect foul play and embark on a relentless pursuit of justice.Anna, an optimistic and adventurous spirit, cherished the whimsical treehouses built for the local children by two enigmatic men from overseas. She possessed an uncanny knowledge of medicinal plants, even concocting her own herbal remedies.The investigation leads Duforêt and Leblanc on a breathtaking journey through Quebec's picturesque landscapes. They encounter Anna's eccentric mother, her neglectful father, the mysterious triplet women residing across the lake, and a cast of characters who may hold the key to unravelling the truth. But as the detectives close in on a suspect, a startling revelation emerges: Anna's death wasn't an accident. And one of the ravens who watched over her is missing.To solve this perplexing puzzle, Duforêt and Leblanc must not only uncover Anna's true cause of death but also locate the missing raven, a silent witness to the tragedy. The clock is ticking as they race to bring Anna's killer to justice and ensure the missing raven's safe return.

In Cat on a Black Moon, television anchorwoman Garner Olsen found herself ensnared in a deadly game when deranged ex-flower child Darla Dare targeted her. Darla's vendetta was sparked when Garner's husband, a federal prosecutor, moved to take Darla's lover, Carlo, to trial for drug trafficking. After enduring stalking, kidnapping, and murder, Garner vowed to bring down the woman who shattered her life.Now, in the thrilling sequel, Darla - an escaped felon with nothing to lose - leaves a trail of death across two states. But when she steals a truck, she unwittingly picks up an unexpected passenger: an 11-year-old runaway. Will the boy become her next victim, her accomplice, or the key to her downfall?

Little Lucy Brown's curiosity leads her to a mysterious box hidden in her drawer. What secrets does it hold? Join Lucy on an enchanting adventure to uncover the mystery!As Lucy embarks on a journey to the moon, she seeks answers to her burning questions. Along the way, she befriends a delightful creature from the stars, discovering that the journey itself is just as important as the destination. Together, they explore, laugh, and learn, making every moment a memorable part of their celestial adventure.This heartwarming tale celebrates creativity, imaginative thinking, and the joy of discovery. It's a feel-good space story that will delight readers of all ages!

A good number of years after I wrote this story, astronomers reported stars making music.It only goes to prove that so-called 'fantasy' is reality catching up with it!But to those with an imagination - or, should I say, an understanding of reality - they are always in tandem.The enclosed story is related to another one of my stories, entitled 'Magic Cups and a Saucer,' that can be found in my first book, Stories for all the Children of all the Worlds.Happy reading to everyone.

Outrageous Rhymes sparkles with funny observations and characters. Like a pig who becomes an interior designer or an elephant, whose desperation for a friend unravels into her becoming a killing machine - accidentally of course! It brings amusement to everyday schooling, suggesting homework contravenes the Child Protection Act and makes slightly naughty comments about family, teachers and everyday chores.The rhymes reinvent some classic stories like Cinderella and Pinocchio with amusing observations of the characters, their flaws and their journey through the tale. Almost incontinent grandparents are given their moment in the limelight and Goldilocks does not fare well in being a kind and caring child. Morals may have conveniently been forgotten by some of the characters who you (and your parents) can judge at your leisure.

When Robyn's horse Honey was visited by the vet, he noticed some of Honey's teeth had been eaten away by germs because she hadn't been cleaning her teeth properly!When Honey was told she would lose two teeth because they hadn't been kept clean, she was cross with herself. And then when she had to have them removed... she was cross again, and in pain!Do you clean your teeth properly, so the dentist won't have to drill them or remove them?It only takes a few minutes each night to start the teeth cleaning process, so who wants to be like Honey?

Francis was just a normal everyday duck. He went to school, he played with his friends, he loved his family and he just loved being a duck!But he got very dirty when he played outside and sometimes, when he came back inside to have lunch or dinner, he forgot to wash himself. Most of the time he was lucky that no dirty germs gave him an infection - but one day, when he came home after playing in the mud, Francis forgot to wash!The next morning, he woke up with a swollen face and such a sore head. When the doctor came to fix him, he told Francis and his mother something very interesting!Find out what he told them that would change their way of living.

When we are growing up and hearing mums, dads and teachers talking to us, there are so many other things happening at the same time, like playing and eating. Sometimes, although we hear them talking, we don't actually listen.Mo heard his father say 'don't wander too far away from the farm,' but he didn't really listen to him, so the day came when Mo had wandered so far away from his home that he became lost!Find out if his parents found him again, and learn how important it is to listen not just hear!

A young rabbit called Sneeze experienced an emotion called 'fear' when some hunters fired their guns near his home.His parents realised that he hadn't felt scared like that ever before, so they spoke to him quietly and warmly, and told him how to handle fear.We will all feel scared some time in our lives, scared for ourselves or for our family and friends, so it's something we should all know how to handle and to know what the safest thing to do about it might be when it happens.