Do you feel lost, isolated and alone? Does modern life leave you feeling left behind in a state of confusion and bewilderment? If you or someone you know is struggling with the trials and tribulations of modern manhood then Grumpy Old Git is the book for you. Clearly you are a competent and intelligent person. You can iron the carpet and hoover the clothes as well as the next man, but if you miss the good old days and find yourself yearning for things to be as they once were, join the … [Read more...] about Grumpy Old Git by James Hulme
The Lottery Club by Elli Lewis
A support group for lottery winners? It shouldn’t exist. It was just a PR exercise. An afterthought. Nobody was actually supposed to turn up. Why, after all, would millionaires need support? But turn up they do, every Wednesday in a tired church hall in North London, among them an ex-builder, a model train fanatic, a well-spoken conman and now, downtrodden lawyer, Mark Jones. The win is the worst thing that's ever happened to Mark. His girlfriend, Jess, is unimpressed. Winning the lottery is … [Read more...] about The Lottery Club by Elli Lewis
The Secret Story by A.J. Ponder
Join Amarinda and her enterprising friends as they are drawn into a hidden world of witches and power. One will dance with a wizard One will be turned into a rat And they'll all be changed forever, their lives inextricably entwined with that of the famous Princess Sylvalla. Discover the secret story of a not-quite Cinderella, whose closest thing to a Fairy godmother is, alas, old Granny Earwax. Targeted Age Group:: 12 plus What Inspired You to Write Your Book? The original … [Read more...] about The Secret Story by A.J. Ponder
Interview with Author – NEB Inskip
About NEB Inskip: NEB Inskip was brought up in the wild bush of Kenya, learnt to sail in native dugout fishing canoes with outriggers and lateen sails and no lifejackets. He spent his youth swapping stories with the skippers of Arabian trading dhows and by his late teens was living on his own yacht based in Wales and writing short stories. He once said, “I blame my mother for telling me I would be a writer, my stepfather for showing me how to imagine, my English teacher, Mrs Johns for … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – NEB Inskip
The Grumpy Guide to Radical by Andreia Nobre
Tired of explaining reality to fiercely obstinate men about why women need feminism, Journalist Andreia Nobre, a writer at Brazilian publication QG Feminista, took the task to clarify some of the misconceptions widely spread about the radical feminism and the feminist theory. The author would like to make it very clear that feminists don't hate all men - but you can, if you want to. Targeted Age Group:: 16+ What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I started studying the Feminist Theory in … [Read more...] about The Grumpy Guide to Radical by Andreia Nobre
Interview with Author – Mark Roman & Corben Duke
About Mark Roman & Corben Duke: Mark Roman has been a research scientist for longer than he can remember, not that he remembers much these days. Memories of his heyday are a little vague – if indeed he ever had one. Nowadays, he just keeps dropping things: files, staplers, cups of tea, test tubes of biohazards. His colleagues keep showing him the door, but he’s not sure why they do this as it looks the same as it’s always done. He expects it’ll be time to retire soon, possibly when they … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Mark Roman & Corben Duke
Interview with Author – Ilham Alam
About Ilham Alam: Ilham (the “H” is the same “H” as in hat) lives in Toronto, Canada, with her family that includes a very lazy cat. Toronto is called a “city within a park” for good reason, due to all its public parks and greenery in every neighbourhood, from which Ilham drew inspiration for this book while out for her own wonder walks with her kids. Ilham is a Student Advisor by day and a writer by night. She is also a trained Indian Classical Dancer and is an avid traveller, you can check … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Ilham Alam
The Peterloo Affair by Lucinda Elliot
Young Joan Wright knows exactly what she wants: to escape with her friend Marcie from domestic drudgery in her poor village of Lancashire cotton workers, and to make a living using their healing skills. They have sworn to have nothing to do with men. But when roving, rascally, magnetic Sean McGilroy comes on a visit to his relatives, Joan finds herself attracted to him despite her plans and his bad reputation as a 'light o' love'. Appalled by the poverty all about, McGilroy joins Joan's father … [Read more...] about The Peterloo Affair by Lucinda Elliot
Aunt Lucie’s legacy by Philippe Saimbert
An incredible story of a legacy set in south-west France. Aunt Lucie is a real pain in the neck. While she wasn’t exactly a saint when alive, now that she’s dead, she’s making life even more miserable for her family. Her will is crystal clear: to collect the inheritance, nephews and their families have to move into her ramshackle house! But Aunt Lucie has another surprise up her sleeve: a mad treasure hunt, ankle-deep in muck. Welcome to rural France! Things heat up for her darling nephews as … [Read more...] about Aunt Lucie’s legacy by Philippe Saimbert
Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare Charming protagonists, reprehensible relatives, with an edge-of-your-seat conclusion, as seen through the eyes of the irrepressible feline hero! Looking forward to more adventures with Mary, George, and Catastrophe! Amazon.com *****review An absolutely wonderful book for children and adults! Very well written, and the description of the Highlands where Catastrophe lives is enchanting. As is Catastrophe himself, and his exciting tale. … [Read more...] about Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
The Dragon Whisperer by Lucinda Hare
The Dragon Whisperer by Lucinda Hare Amanda Craig The Sunday Times ~ "One of the most captivating new books to be published for 8+ for some time . . . It made me laugh, cry and remember exactly what's so special about the time when you or your child live in hope of finding a dragon of your own" Shortlisted 2010 Royal Mail Awards for Scottish Children's Books Silver Medal Winner 2013 ~ Moonbeam Children's Book Awards The Bookbag ~ I thought this was an absolutely gorgeous little book. It's … [Read more...] about The Dragon Whisperer by Lucinda Hare
Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
5 star Review (Amazon.com) ~ Charming protagonists, reprehensible relatives, with an edge-of-your-seat conclusion, as seen through the eyes of the irrepressible feline hero! Looking forward to more adventures with Mary, George, and Catastrophe! 5 star Review (Amazon.co.uk) ~ An absolutely wonderful book for children and adults! Very well written, and the description of the Highlands where Catastrophe lives is enchanting. As is Catastrophe himself, and his exciting tale. This writer is the first … [Read more...] about Catastrophe ~ A Highland Murder Most Fowl by Lucinda Hare
