Bøker utgitt av Austin Macauley

The Fractions of Me is a collection of poems which illustrates the struggles of life and heartbreak. Each and every person is a mosaic of millions of fractions, each one touched by a different soul. Some are tainted with hurt and some of love but nonetheless they all play a part in the definition of who we are. Although it might hurt to admit it, we have lost pieces of ourselves to people who didn't deserve them. But those holes are filled with memories of people who are actually worth it. Each remaining fraction is beautiful and each lost one carries a memory of us.She was alone in a crowd.She was lost, waiting to be found.She was in love, but her life was the prize.She gave too much and asked for too little,So she started writing.This is her story, each poem is an explanation to who she is, a fraction of her lifeHer mosaic isn't finished yet and neither are yours. That's the beauty of it, right?

The Eternal Effo: How to Avoid a Career in Aviation offers an insightful and often humorous look at a three-decade journey in commercial aviation. This memoir is not about the high-flying life of fighter pilots, test pilots, Concorde captains or astronauts. Instead, it's a candid exploration of a less glamorous but no less eventful and enjoyable career in the skies.In these pages, the author shares the lighter side of aviation, from amusing anecdotes to the unexpected joys of the job, as he successfully navigates the industry into retirement. This book is for anyone who's ever been curious about the realities of a career in aviation, minus the typical heroics and high-octane adventures. It's a testament to the day-to-day effort and perseverance required to stay aloft in this challenging field.

Discover the story of a determined mother who fought hard to keep her family together during wartime and its aftermath, with hardly any support from others. The battle didn't end with the war; it extended into my own life. Growing up in poverty, I faced my own set of challenges that made every step towards success feel like a steep climb. However, these trials pushed me to strive harder and sparked a desire to help others. This tale follows our family's journey through hard times, my own fight to achieve my goals, and how these experiences ignited a passion for giving back.

Plunged back into the enchanting yet perilous realm of Empire, Gwin finds herself at the forefront, battling not only for her survival but also for the lives of her companions. Cast into a treacherous world vastly different from her own, this novice commander faces the daunting task of moulding a disparate group of outcasts into a cohesive fighting force.United in their cause, they confront a brutal adversary, unravel a deadly plot, and seek to amend a grave injustice. This gripping tale is a blend of courage, intrigue, and the unyielding pursuit of justice, as Gwin and her warband navigate the tumultuous and violent landscape of the Empire.

Meet Jasmine and her beloved teddy, Big Bear, inseparable friends with a knack for fun. When Jasmine leaves for school, Big Bear isn't just waiting around - he's off on his own delightful adventures! What sort of playful mischief does Big Bear get up to in a house full of surprises? Big Bear is a charming tale of friendship and the hidden wonders of a teddy bear's day, perfect for sparking young imaginations.

Have you heard of Mickey Mouse, Snoopy, Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, Donald Duck, Bugs Bunny, Big Bird, or the Minions? I have observed children who have the natural ability to draw marvellous, interesting, and captivating cartoon characters like these. However, this book is designed for children who look at a blank page and don't know how to start. Those children are the ones who inspired this book. Children do not need to have art talent to invent their own original cartoon characters. The book follows step-by-step the development of Andy, a unique original cartoon character. The ideas used in developing Andy can inspire and assist children in their own inventions. And once children have their own cartoon friend, what do they do next? Well, they share their creations, talk about them and, using the ideas in this book, develop their personalities and abilities. In a classroom the presence of children's personal cartoons can increase motivation in mundane literary and mathematics activities.

As a firefighter, confronting life and death scenarios is a daily reality. Trained to tackle the perils of fire from various perspectives, these brave individuals often encounter situations far more intense than the typical house fire, demanding not only courage but also quick thinking and ingenuity.The O'Briens, a family of dedicated firefighters from Chicago, are well-versed in the risks of their profession. They embrace these hazards as part of their commitment to serving their community. However, beyond the flames, they sometimes find themselves entangled in unexpected predicaments, requiring them to adapt and tackle danger from new angles. Despite the challenges, they've consistently emerged from these ordeals a little scorched but always ready to respond to the next emergency.Yet, it's in the realm of personal relationships where the O'Briens encounter their greatest challenges. Matters of the heart prove to be the most perilous for this family of firefighters, testing their resilience and bravery in ways they never anticipated.

A book for all those who want to put the heavy burdens of the past behind them.This book helps you in difficult moments. Even the hardest ones. It gives hope, strength, faith in life, and the meaning of perseverance.This book has been a work in progress for at least 13, maybe even 24 years, but it finally found its way out after the Camino; after the journey that echoes my personal transition from slavery to freedom; after the liberation from childhood trauma I had been fighting for.I was prepared to travel to the end of the world to get out, to rid myself of the shackles that had been getting heavier and heavier, and that is exactly what I did. I travelled to the end of the world, to Fisterra, in search of lightness and freedom.Bestseller in Slovenia! More than 8,000 copies sold in a country of only two million people.

Pirate Hunter is the story about Denmark's Marine Commandos' battle against the pirates off the Horn of Africa as told by one of the men who was closest to the action for the five years the campaign lasted. Henrik Monggaard Christensen is a Lieutenant Commander in the Royal Danish Navy and a specialist Tactical Co-ordinator who was tasked with the planning and execution of the Danish mission against the Somali pirates in the western Arabian Sea.In this book he reveals his version of the Danish counter-piracy efforts that he experienced from the front-seat of a Lynx helicopter. He tells us about the selection and training of the personnel who crew Danish ships and helicopters. About the breathtaking missions with the Frogmen Commandos, Denmark's Special Boat Squadron (SBS) equivalent, and about the arrest and imprisonment of the pirates. About how these invisible elite forces operating in the Gulf of Aden often felt that the Danish politicians and media did more to ensure their votes and readers than to save the Danish hostages from the pirates. About how Henrik Monggaard Christensen finally lost the grip on his own life during his attempt to rescue others.For the first time we come close to the drama of the hostages from the Danish family onboard the yacht 'Ing' - and of the release of the Danish sailors Soeren and Eddy that day in April 2013 when the rescue actions were so close to going horrifically wrong.

A kingdom stands on the precipice of devastation, endangered by a foe no one saw coming. Its last beacon of hope? Five unsuspecting children, thrust into an adventure beyond their wildest imaginations. Embark with them on an epic quest across uncharted territories of their realm, seeking the legacy of an age-old alliance: the dragons, legendary guardians who once stood side by side with humans to defend their land. But as they encounter the first of these mythical beasts, they quickly realize that allying with the dragons might be a greater challenge than facing the enemy itself...

Deeper into mystery. Darker into the unknown. For Hannah, receiving a pet seems like the worst gift ever - until an unexpected bond grows, transforming reluctance into love. But soon, Hannah, her newfound canine companion, and hundreds of townspeople vanish, whisked away into a surreal distortion of reality.In this bizarre new world, Hannah confronts intense friendship dilemmas, narrow escapes, and uncharted territories. With every twist and turn, she faces a growing web of mischief and danger. The stakes are high: how can she navigate this strange realm to rescue the lost souls, including her own? And what role will her once-unwanted pet play in this extraordinary journey?Embark on an epic adventure with Hannah, who has just one friend, one pet, and one chance to save her world. It may sound cliché, but prepare to be utterly lost in a story of bravery, friendship, and the power of unexpected connections.

Poems from the Volcano was written in a challenging and painful time in my life. Originally, I had bought a normal diary from WHSmiths with the thought that I would write my daily diary. I was rather overweight though. I had done a Prevention of Type II Diabetes Programme remotely using Microsoft Teams and because of this programme I was losing weight.From February 2022 I had also decided not to take any medication to treat my Bipolar Disorder. This had resulted in me not being able to sleep which resulted in me suffering horrific hallucinations. It was in the diary then I would write notes about my life. From the age of seventeen to twenty-two I had suffered different stages of mental illness which included, nervous tension, agoraphobia, schizophrenia. I was put in a psychiatric ward for four weeks. My life after that went into hell and out of sheer madness became obese. I began writing Poems from the Volcano in the Spring of 2022 and concluded in the Autumn of 2022. It is about adolescence heartbreak and the writing is inspired by own battle with heartbreak and depression. Some poems reflect political themes such as Ukraine and Russia. There is a historical poem called 'Tat', about Tutankhamun, the Egyptian pharaoh. These poems were a joy to pen.

Jake McMullen is an eighteen-year-old boy just starting out in life and already on the wrong track! One night fuelled by too much bourbon and rebellion he makes a disastrous decision that will see him spending a life-saving week in jail with an enigmatic cellmate - Danny. Through Danny's obsession with history and his thoroughly unique way of teaching it, Jake will learn the most important lesson of his young life so far which will hopefully put him back on track to lead the happy and fulfilling life he was always destined to live.

Sometimes words are all we have. What could have been and what should have been sit starkly against what is and what was and all there will ever be. Sometimes a life is so short, and yet its impact so huge, that we wonder how it could ever be contained by time.Then we realise it isn't, for as long as we love those we have lost they live on in us. Every time they cross our minds, or when their names grace our lips, they enter another day. And if that's true, if we could write their names, if we carve them with ink into paper then just maybe, in some way or another, we could write them into life.

Embark on a stirring journey through the harrowing trenches of WW1 and the quaint tranquillity of England's countryside in Wasted Lives. As the war rages, two valiant young lieutenants find solace away from the front lines, convalescing in a serene country house. However, the peace is shattered when the estate becomes the stage for a sinister murder. Bound by duty and haunted by the spectre of war, the duo finds themselves entangled in a dark mystery that threatens to unveil secrets that could change the course of their lives forever. With each unfolding clue, they venture further into a web of deceit, coming face to face with the harsh realities of war and the shadowy figures lurking in the peaceful English meadow.

Often, we traverse through life in a bubble, oblivious to the realities unfolding just across the neighbourhood. It's not deliberate, but a common human tendency. Yet, when a sliver of life 'on the other side' catches our eye, it prompts a riveting realization: do we indeed inhabit the same world? This newfound perspective might send shivers down your spine as you grapple with the stark contrasts of life, especially in the landscape of Southern Africa. Here, countless souls are relegated to the status of 'desperadoes,' their lives shackled by the chains of poverty, a situation exacerbated by the haunting shadows of colonization. How I yearn for our leaders to don disguises, to walk a mile in the shoes of those on the other side of the neighbourhood. Such an experience could unveil the crushing repercussions of lacklustre governance on the future generations of Southern Africa. Perhaps then, they might reconsider their leadership ethos, valuing citizens as beings of emotion and aspiration, not merely as ballot ticks. Through the lens of an ordinary South African immigrant, this narrative unfolds a tapestry of daily challenges, endeavouring to offer you a deeper understanding. As you traverse through her journey, may it spark a transformation within, urging you to look beyond the familiar, and delve into the unseen narratives that share our world yet remain veiled in the mists of unawareness.

The land of Mirrios is terrorised by an evil necromancer who holds the land's guardian, the silver-horned unicorn, Mirabelle, captive. Meanwhile, in Melbourne, Australia, a young girl, Helen, is being terrorised by school bullies. Through a magic door, Helen escapes into Mirrios where she becomes caught up in an adventure that helps her discover her own inner strength. There, she finds that a stone she once found in a creek near her home is really a message from Mirabelle. Helen, or Elena as she is called in Mirrios, meets a little gnome called Pea and his friend Cat, as well as an elf, Nancha, and a boy, Kam. Together, they set out on a quest to save Mirabelle. But, a Melbourne schoolgirl, an elf child, a young boy, a little gnome and a cat - how can any of them defeat the powerful necromancer and his evil goblins? How can they break into his mountain fortress and free Mirabelle from her chains?

Wooj Goob (Burger Bun) is the world's most famous doggy detective, and she's on the case! Someone has stolen a truckload of doggy biscuits meant for all the pup pals in town. Now the canines are sad and hungry.Luckily, Wooj has her best friend Pebble at her side. With Pebble's help - and a few surprise twists along the way - can crackerjack Wooj sniff out the culprit before nightfall?Join the intrepid pooch sleuth on her thrilling quest to solve the Case of the Pilfered Biscuits!Bursting with fun and adventure, this tail-wagging detective tale will have young readers panting for more Wooj Goob mysteries!

When her mother received a terminal hospice diagnosis just two weeks before their planned move to a new house, far from familiar surroundings, Loretta Fox was unprepared for the challenges ahead. Balancing the demands of around-the-clock care for her difficult yet sweet mother with the upheaval of an out-of-state move, Loretta also had to set up a home that could accommodate everyone's needs, including their emotional baggage. Walk Her Up the Stairs is a memoir interwoven with poetry written during the author's time caring for her dying mother. It gives voice to the complex and often unspoken emotions experienced by many caregivers. This candid and touching account reflects on the tumultuous yet ultimately bonding journey between mother and daughter. Through her caregiving, Loretta discovers an unexpected skill in Spirit Mediumship, which becomes a source of profound healing. The memoir explores Spirit Mediumship with clear descriptions and includes basics on both receiving and giving Spirit Readings. With a background as a former hospice worker, a master's degree in Religious Studies, and as a practicing Spirit Medium, Loretta Fox offers a unique perspective. Her story aims to inspire fellow caregivers, comfort those grieving, intrigue individuals curious about Spirit Mediumship, and resonate with anyone who has navigated a challenging mother-child relationship.

Modern World? delves into the entwined lives of two compelling characters navigating the complexities of life. First, we meet a young girl, orphaned by the tragic actions of her own community. The story traces her journey of resilience and self-discovery in a world marred by the darker aspects of human behaviour. Alongside her, we follow the life of a boy, raised by a single mother, as he grapples with the challenges and expectations of transitioning from boyhood to manhood. Through the lens of these two characters, Modern World? offers a poignant exploration of existential questions, all framed by the author's insightful perspective. This narrative invites readers to confront the often-uncomfortable realities of life, while also providing a glimmer of hope for understanding one's place in this fractured world.

Suzanne, once a resident of the Convent of the Golden Orb, finds herself drawn back to its echoing halls, now transformed into the luxurious Hotel Orb de L'Or in Switzerland. But a fateful trip to the hotel's historic caves results in tragedy. What does the cryptic 'Count's Revenge' signify? And is there a cure for its menacing consequences? Determined to unveil the truth behind Suzanne's death, her former employer from International Viewpoint delves deep into the enigma. With a trusted circle of allies, he ventures into a web of secrets and shadows, racing against time to decipher a mystery that's more intricate than it first appears.

The first blow has fallen in the war against the Notandi. As the fragile peace in the Kingdom of Meridius begins to fracture, the demons' counterattack could shatter it. Yecats Ratiug, also known as the Creator's Vassal, has committed his life to ridding his homeland of the demon scourge. One man alone is not enough in such a crusade, and he finds assistance from an unlikely ally - a group that has been considered a myth for generations. To the north, Relyt and his companion Prince Mason have fled the slavers of Chelawin, seeking a way home. But it seems that not even royalty can escape the cruel whims of fate, as they are forced to survive in a blood-soaked land unfamiliar to either. Within the walls of Harmagin, Nagol spreads his ideas and gathers allies to his side, preparing for the inevitable arrival of his father to claim bloody vengeance for their exile. His faith in the cause is tested as he is confronted by the idea that his enemies may not be who he thought.

Delve into the shadowy world of crime with this revealing exploration of the criminal underworld. Beyond the notorious crime lords and the violent realm of drug trafficking, lies a complex network of theft, fraud, and borderline legal activities. Who are the masterminds behind these operations? How do they seamlessly orchestrate crimes while remaining undetected? In everyday life, we find plumbers, electricians, and plasterers through a simple internet search or recommendations. But in the criminal fraternity, things operate differently. Fences, who trade in stolen goods, rely on a clandestine network: one group supplies the contraband, another discreetly purchases it, no questions asked. Imagine if this underworld also had its own 'sub-contractors' - skilled individuals specializing in specific illegal activities, and facilitators who connect various players in this covert market. This book takes you deep into this hidden society, shedding light on how organized crime functions with the same efficiency and connectivity as legitimate businesses. If you've ever been curious about the intricacies of the criminal world and its unseen yet organized culture, this is your guide to understanding how these hidden networks operate, thrive, and evade detection.