Bøker utgitt av Austin Macauley Publishers

Amid the chaotic world caused by Covid, Gail receives an expected diagnosis, not having had any symptoms it is a total shock to her. How does she cope with this news and get her head around it, as she is going through her treatment, the bombshell of her husbands illness is added into the mix. Life is certainly different, It's never going to be the same again, trying to find a new normal, whatever that is, a roller-coaster of ups and downs and emotions. Trying to navigate a path that is so different, sometimes so hard and difficult, yet is now part of her everyday life. An insight into how she reacts to the turmoil of her life, laughter, sadness and love help her cope.

In the quiet calm of a North Warwickshire village between the wars, young Ida Mumford flourishes despite the whispers and rumours that swirl around her. Undeterred by scandal, she embraces life with zest, leaving home for the bustling city of Birmingham. Amidst the challenges and excitement of her new life, Ida makes a shocking discovery. A story of resilience, roguery, and revelation.

Life is a journey where we gather experiences, discover the depths of love, and ultimately face the searing pain of parting - whether through death, overwhelming grief, or the surreal void left by those we've lost. The absence of a spouse, a partner, a child, once so present, now gone, creates a chasm we struggle to comprehend. The poems in this collection reflect the author's observations on the human condition, capturing the profound joy of love and the deep ache of loss that inevitably follows. While deeply personal, these poems are meant to resonate universally with anyone who has lived, loved, and grieved. They offer a mirror to life's highs and lows, holding moments of humour, joy, and sorrow, and ultimately honouring a life well lived.