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German Girls 2 - Secrets is the sequel to 'German Girls' in which Paul Gardener (19) meets Heidi Wortmann (17) while on holiday in England and falls in love with her. He believes that she loves him too as she has said so in several letters; however, things are not that simple! Paul flies over to Heidi's home city of Frankfurt for a week's holiday with her to develop their relationship but is dismayed to find that she seems to have changed her mind about him and he cannot understand why. Can Paul unravel the reasons for Heidi's strangely cold behaviour towards him? What will be their future together?

Step into a world where words hold unimaginable power and unlock the gateway to our desired reality. In Life As We Speak, the profound connection between our speech and the very fabric of existence comes to light. Delve into the realization that life itself is a pure reflection of the way we harness and employ language. This transformative book reveals the awe-inspiring potential of intention-oriented speech patterns. By consciously shaping our words, we generate thought forms that act as guiding forces, directing every activity and event toward our initial vision. Life As We Speak empowers readers to harness this ultimate ability, unlocking the keys to success, health, wealth, and whatever else their hearts yearn for, simply by becoming aware of their speech patterns and making conscious adjustments. Within the pages of this captivating work, the mysteries of spoken and written words are unraveled, allowing readers to master the mechanism of life-creation through the power of their own voices. This book serves as a profound tool, dedicated to enhancing readers' lives by revealing the immense power hidden within their spoken words. Through enlightening teachings, readers learn to cultivate constructive and beneficial verbal expression habits, forever transforming the way they interact with the world.

Childhood abuse and trauma has consequences: black holes, where voids are born, mental ill health acquired and self-love diminished. The cause of these voids and the power to heal them lies solely in one force alone, or lack thereof, and this force is love. Let's journey together sharing knowledge, vulnerabilities, synchronicities and the word of God, of pure, unconditional Love, through a memoir incorporating science, nurture, toxicity, personality and the true depths of the void. We will analyse, psychologise and be present in our own individual stories, breaking chains that bind us in order to truly heal and be set free, turning black holes into shining stars.

A Royal death. A mystery to be solved. A tragic adventure. When the King of Golester, City of Sun, is killed by an unknown intruder, an immediate investigation is opened. The job is handed to the two best and most dangerous detective agents in the city, Lea Haramat and Axel Mondirio, Elf and Fae, both wielders of fire magic. They are on a mission to solve the mystery of the King's murder before a looming deadline. But the deeper they look, the further they dig, the darker the case becomes. All the help two agents can find is a cocky air force leader with a hot temper, and a desperate blue-haired water-dweller with a kind heart. Slowly, the extent of the menacing puzzle casts a shadow over the detectives, and they face far more than they had bargained for. Nothing is as it seems, and a tangled, ancient web begins to unravel all around them. Is it truly possible to survive a mystery? This is the case to uncover old legends. This is the case to shatter the world.

Meet siblings Deli and Emma. Emma never procrastinates. Her to-do list is tiny. She has an array of tools to ensure that no task ever gets left behind. Deli, however, delays everything. He wants immediate pleasure, doing easy activities, just to avoid the pain that comes with working on the hard stuff. Follow the course of their contrasting lives. How does Emma get started and then always deliver? Can Deli rescue himself from the harmful consequences of his behaviour? And as you read, ask yourself, are you more Emma or more Deli? Do you habitually put things off? Is it adversely affecting your life? What can you do about it?

In the 21st century, the god Horus, known as Rama, discovers that his covenant has been broken. The once-protected Secret Falcon Society is now vulnerable, as the Sacred Book of Scrolls has fallen into the possession of Rama's evil brother. This brother seeks to claim the 'Fruitful Throne' and crown himself king, but in doing so, he puts Rama and his home at risk. The fate of the Good Eye of Horus hangs in the balance. With only one scroll left, Rama is determined to protect his society. He seeks out the Chosen Ones, who hold the key to restoring the 'world of Truth.' Together, they embark on an ancient journey, aided by their sacred Falcons, and realize that the fate of their world rests on their shoulders. Eliash and Celeste, two of the Chosen Ones, quickly discover that knowledge is their greatest weapon. Only the Wedjat Eye can give them the power to protect themselves from the evil Covenant. But as time runs out, they must confront the possibility that the Evil Eye has already awakened. Will they be able to stop Blackheart and save their world, or is it too late?

Delve into the captivating lives of Jenna, Dan, and Helga, as they navigate their own personal struggles amidst a backdrop of mysteries, secrets, and lies. Jenna, an agony aunt who provides solace to others, finds herself grappling with her own inner demons. She seeks comfort in the simple pleasures of Ben & Jerry's ice cream and chamomile tea, sometimes indulging in both simultaneously. Dan, an ambitious journalist hungry for recognition, stops at nothing to make a name for himself. However, as he delves deeper into Jenna's past and present, he discovers that the truths he once believed to be clear-cut are far more complex and elusive. Meanwhile, Helga yearns to recapture her youth, but her grandchildren's concerns weigh heavily on her. She confronts the harsh reality that people often judge based solely on appearances, and her desires clash with the expectations placed upon her. Within the pages of How to Save You from You, a web of interconnected lives unravels, revealing the interplay between past and present, fame and anonymity. Jenna, haunted by the repercussions of her widely acclaimed book, How to Save You from You, realizes that her newfound fame has unforeseen consequences, threatening to shape her future in unexpected ways.

1974 was by no stretch of the imagination, the most tranquil year of Ireland's history and 46 year old Robbie McDolan would be wise to realise how lucky he was to be employed aboard the German registered freighter under the command of Captain Hank on their way south across the warming Atlantic on their way to the Republic of Colombia to load a full cargo of some 300,000 boxes of bananas, half of which were to be destined for the Republic of Ireland. Captain Hank expected this to be a quiet voyage, ending in him going on leave for a well-earned rest, once back in Europe. But would the Columbian drug barons of Medellin have other ideas?

When an old man dies in a London park, a family heirloom slips from his finger, and is found by a young woman who is instrumental in reuniting the past with the present as old and new love stories are told. Through these interweaving stories we witness destiny's hand in both historic and contemporary Portugal and Britain, and the drama comes not from villains in black cloaks, but from situations which are out of the characters' control. It is due to the trials of these ordinary people, and a happy ending that ties in so many of the plot's strings, that this is one of those stories you will want to read a second time in order to fully appreciate how the characters' lives overlap, and the hand fate plays. This story owes a great amount to four songs: 'Ordinary Girl' by Alison Moyet; the author wanted to know why the protagonist of the 'story' thought she had to leave the way she did. 'Take a Drunk Girl Home'; a country song about a man who takes a drunk girl home and doesn't take advantage of the situation. 'Symphony' by Sarah Brightman; about the end of a love affair that leaves one half of the couple uncertain of what went wrong. The fourth song is, 'If You Could Read My Mind' by Gordon Lightfoot; it mentions 'a ghost in a wishing-well' and was a spur for writing about the mystery which the author feels has a place in all our lives...

Say hello to a little girl called Shirley Murley and join her as she lives her busy, busy rhyming life with her Mummy and Daddy and her friends. Whether you are just starting out as a new reader and beginning to enjoy reading on your own, or you are reading together and sharing a book during story-time, adorable Shirley Murley will always make you smile. Take a look at all the little extra details in Shirley's story and see what else you can see. How many bees can you find? Can you spot the aeroplane? Will you see the kitten? Can you find the dragonflies? Welcome always-early, curly Shirley Murley from Burnley.

Filipa is an average 16-year-old girl leading an ordinary life until a catastrophic night changes everything. Witnessing the destruction of her beloved city and the cold-blooded murder of her parents by black-masked men, Filipa flees for her life. However, her escape is short-lived as she is apprehended and finds herself incarcerated in a prison run by masked men with chess symbols on their arms. Every day, scores of inmates vanish or perish, and more prisoners arrive. As Filipa learns more about the prison, she realizes that each chess symbol denotes a masked man's position and role. She is subjected to gruelling physical and psychological examinations, administered mysterious serums, and witnesses strange phenomena. Her mission is to uncover the masked men's identities, their motives, and above all, rescue her friends and save her love interest. However, the true test lies in surviving the prison after she discovers a shocking secret that will change her life forever.

In 2017 Diane Hanna was offered a role to provide psychological services to international surgical team, 15km from the front line during the last battle of Mosul, Iraq. The mission had provided her with a restored sense of meaning and purpose, which compelled her to return and continue working in the largest humanitarian crisis since the second world war. In temperatures above 48 degrees celsius, she forged ahead, recruiting members of her mental health team from the camps of those displaced during the conflict. She established programs and activities, for thousands of women and children who were wounded and traumatised by ISIS. On her day off, she often sat in bed and painted those whom she met from Mosul, whilst unable to leave the guesthouse due to the ongoing dangers outside. When funding to her mission was cut suddenly, Diane made the decision to stay in Iraq which would change her life forever. Alone, and with a life-threatening condition she was now facing a corrupt medical system, and an increasingly volatile environment. Trapped in one of them most hostile countries in the world, she would need to muster all her strength, knowledge and skills, to negotiate her way out. Her story will astonish and inspire you. It will make you reassess what it means to serve as a humanitarian worker, and remind you that whatever happens, you must keep fighting and never give up.

It's a race against time! Everybody knows that when a new baby arrives, you must learn to do things at breakneck speed. Unfortunately, this can result in unforeseen problems, especially when it comes to spotty paint! It takes a whole week to finish the job with lots of mishaps along the way. The delightfully rhythmic beat and playful words creates a poetic feel to Spotty Paint, subtly introducing days of the week, things to count and colour recognition to pre and early readers. Can you spot Grandma's robin?

The British in Italy is a fascinating exploration of the enduring relationship between the English and Italians, dating back to the times of Shakespeare, Leghorn, The Grand Tour, Florence, and Venice, up to the cataclysmic events of World War II. The author draws parallels between Victorian England's progress and the Italian Renaissance, particularly the British presence in Italy during the 19th century. In a unique approach, the author embarks on a journey through Italy, beginning in the Alps and continuing on foot and by bicycle from Monviso to Trieste, then down to Sicily. Along the way, he rediscovers the forgotten Anglo-Saxon characters who played a significant role in shaping Italy's cultural, artistic, and scientific landscape, such as the true Count of Montecristo, textile industrialists, inventors, painters, archaeologists, botanists, and travelers. Their stories are intertwined with the author's encounters, memories, lost friends, legends, and conversations, providing a rich tapestry of Italy's diverse history and culture. The book is a veritable treasure trove of knowledge and insight, revealing Italy's layers of history and culture from a unique Anglo-Saxon perspective. As Doctor Johnson aptly said, "A man who has not been in Italy, is always conscious of an inferiority, from his not having seen what it is expected a man should see." This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to discover the true heart of Italy and the enduring bond between the English and Italians.

A wandering scallywag, sandwich-loving crab schmoozes his friends into giving him their sandwiches. They aren't keen at all, so he tricks them, snaffles their sandwiches, and skedaddles off. But he soon gets his comeuppance. Revenge is best served in a sandwich.

The poems of this book are filled with explicit and unsettling imagery, depicting with intensity everyday subjects filled with love, loss, and death. These compositions were written to express my melancholic feelings. I had not intended to write a book as such, yet these composures resonated with people, and thus the idea of A Poets Ache was birthed. I strive to take you as the reader away, if only momentarily, with my fantasies of love and adventure. But I also wish to make you understand a greater feeling of despair - as my journeys throughout life have intertwined with these compositions. In my struggles to find contemporary scriptures relating to myself, I composed these for not only I, the writer, but anyone who needs to connect to something a little more. These poems are from my heart. Attached are original writings and artworks that were within my journals. A short poem like a picture can paint a thousand words - all we must do is allow ourselves to become part of it. I personally find myself reading more poetry than novels or stories.

In Reflections, Hilary Goodman opens the doors to her heart and invites readers on a poignant journey of grief and spiritual resilience. Initially conceived as a therapeutic outlet after the loss of her mother, the book reflects the struggle to navigate the shadows that death casts. Even when faced with the subsequent passing of her father, the enduring strength of the author's faith emerged unscathed, blossoming with newfound depth. Seamlessly blending personal reflections with universal themes, this book offers solace and encouragement to those looking for hope during life's darkest moments. Within its pages lie heartfelt poems, prayers, psalms, hymns, thoughts and talks to read, and reflect on. Reflections reminds readers that they are never alone in their struggles, and that there is always a guiding light to turn to.

A comedy based in the 22nd century. Axiom2, the future evolutionary version of the International Space Station is in peril, as are the crew, due to innocuous components failure. Unfortunately, these parts are redundant in the 22nd century. This problems kickstarts a race to find someone, somewhere who has the necessary parts, as manufacturing or bypassing is not an option in the allotted time. A farce begins as a professor from mission control, agents from a rival company (seeking to gain control of space exploration) and the secretary to the Prime Minister start their race against time. Insider knowledge, underhand tactics, travelling across the Atlantic on the Hyper Highway Express Service, all to track down the essentials. Lunacy is the word, and lunacy it truly is.

Young Constable Gaspard Feeblebunny is unfortunate that one evening on a lonely road he sees Death attempting to harvest the soul of Percy Pargeter which has done a runner. It is doubly unfortunate that the new whiz kid in the afterlife civil service decides that Death should have an assistant to handle such a mundane task as tracking down ghosts, because Feeblebunny is pressganged into service as a human subcontractor, though with some powers to assist with his task. This is the beginning of a series of civil service bungles which leave the unhappy constable with a houseful of ghosts and the enmity of a psychotic Sergeant Hardcastle who is out to do him harm. Over time the ghosts are able to join their powers and take control of the young man's life. This turns out to be a mixed blessing because though they cause mayhem, they also make him a very wealthy man with a series of ventures, not all of which are a spectacular success, particularly their establishment of his flat as a ScareBnB with neither his knowledge nor consent.

In this thrilling adventure, Lark, a battle-worn wear-bear, meets Dumbledalf, a peculiar old wizard, and together they embark on an epic quest. Despite Lark's memory loss, he recruits Dumbledalf as his companion, and the duo sets out to return to a battlefield to confront the evil that is spreading across the land and vanquish it once and for all. As they journey through treacherous terrain, they face numerous challenges and must work together to overcome them. With a wizard by his side, Lark assumes that their task will be made easier, but when he uncovers the truth about Dumbledalf's magic, the adventure becomes even more intriguing. The fate of Honeyglad and the rest of Edreja lies in the hands of these two brave souls, and they must find allies along the way to help them defeat the looming threat. Follow Lark and Dumbledalf as they make their way to Maizen Valley, where the danger is greatest, and the stakes are highest.

My journey has been of global proportions. The sometimes spectacular, sometimes sombre, often-times splendid, at times spiritual, most times satisfying, brings perspective to the distinctive scenes each season displays. Each holds its own 'colours'. A viewing of the ever-changing landscape emphasises the where, the what and the when. But, when the traveller pauses to reflect upon an exploration, an event, the deeper meanings of life may surface in the how and the why of personal experience. A journey becomes a pilgrimage when one's life goal is placed in the knapsack. This book offers a personal reflection on a 'journey' that is still on-track to ultimate reality.

An eclectic mix of emotion, with themes of love, loss, despair, fear, anxiety and hope, where the catharsis of writing whilst in the therapeutic senses of nature brings the momentary insights of truth. Truth... "Though seemingly momentary, the ideal is of abiding eternal, 'Tis the essence of our being, in every light and all nocturnal. Freely exposed cognitions, bared naked in thought, Given freely at no cost... priceless. Now... Feel clothed in the warmth, Of what in all of us is sought."

Donny the Dung Beetle is just an ordinary young beetle, except for one big thing... he cannot roll dung! This book follows Donny's story as he overcomes his problems and, with hard work and dedication, proves everybody wrong! This book aims to give an educational introduction to the dung beetle alongside the message of the story: that hard work pays off and that "Practice makes perfect."