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...]
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...]
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 charming but exciting too, and while I … [Read more...]
The Arachnid Killer: A Detective Story by Shane Blackburn
Two federal agents of the OSBI (Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigations) investigate a horrendous crime scene in a forest preserve that links to numerous other murders around the southern region of Oklahoma. Each victim found is gruesomely portrayed, and have the bite mark of a tarantula. While all victims and crime scenes appear to be random, the two agents soon discover not only how the victims are being chosen but also why they are horrifyingly displayed. The two agents take this case into … [Read more...]
Peter the Shoemaker by Elena Horas San Martin
Long-listed in the Fish International Short Story Competition 2013/2014. Peter is a skilful shoemaker who often stays up late catching up with some accumulated work... until one night he receives an unexpected visit that will change his life forever. For all ages. Targeted Age Group:: 8+ What Inspired You to Write Your Book? I, like Peter the Shoemaker, often stay up late catching up with accumulated work. And sometimes I imagine I see shadows or ghosts speaking to me. I have a vivid … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Shane Blackburn
About Shane Blackburn: My name is Shane Blackburn. I am a new author that just wrote,edited and published my first book. While I am an author I am also studying for the CPA exam as well. My goal is to be a CPA tax accountant as well as an independent author. I want to be an author because I enjoy creating stories that are dark, eerie and also unique that keeps my reads interested. I plan to write and publish more books in the future as well. What inspires you to write? Many things inspired … [Read more...]
Ben Brown’s Flying Machine by Michael Thorp
When the first manned spacecraft to Mars disappears and its crew explorer vehicle crashes onto the Brown's wheat farm, what Ben discovers leads him on an adventure that he could never have imagined. He builds a flying machine and flies off to a planet in another universe where he finds himself fighting free its enslaved people, eighteen foot giants, and then to save his own planet. Ultimately, it's a story about faith and a young man's quest for love and redemption for his father's untimely … [Read more...]
Unspoken Affection by Sandy Ingram
A Modern Day Israeli/Palestinian Love Story for Teens and Inquiring Adults Amram, an Israeli solder falls in love with a mysterious Palestinian girl after she saves him from a suicide-bomber. The reality of military check-points which is a part of the Palestinians' everyday life is brought to light in this short story. The young multicultural, after many months of seeing one another at the Israeli check-point, finally make a decision about their future. A peaceful love created in a war-torn … [Read more...]
Lost In the Bush at Crab Bush Hunting by Janet A. Wilson
This book is bargain priced from 05/06/2014 until 05/12/2014 Lost in the Bushes at Crab Bush hunting is a short story brought on by my actual hike to crab bush hunting, a summer night after a thunder storm in Jamaica. It was something I heard about and wanted to experience, while the characters are of a real family the names do not refer to anyone. The event was an excursion with my family and friends in actuality. Please and enjoy this adventure and more to come. Targeted Age Group: All … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – N.K. Read @afritorial
Author Bio: Born and bred in Kenya, and now living between Nairobi and Sydney, Australia, N.K Read is a storyteller and journalist who has written for several publications and news outlets including the Kenya Television Network, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Guardian UK as well as directed three documentary films, two of which played across cinemas in Australia. Other than a great coffee, what gets her up in the morning is her drive and heart for Africa. She enjoys hiking, running and … [Read more...]
Interview with Author – Rosie Morgan @WritingRosie
Author Bio: I live in the magical county of Cornwall, UK, with Pete and our two attention-seeking cats. For many years I taught some great kids in some great little schools. How many of you have an outdoor toilet, complete with complementary spider, in your school? Or maybe only two classes for everyone from 4 years to 11 years old? I taught in a school which had both those things, and I loved it. But a few years ago I wasn't very well, so the teaching had to go but the writing … [Read more...]
