The Midlands Book Festival is taking place on 8th September 2021. Our amazing author, Marilyn L Rice, along with Katherine Hetzel will participate in the Middleway Words, a book festival in Midlands. They will join the festival at 2pm. The focus of the discussion will be on their lives, work, and books. The interested participants of the event can get their tickets here. The Singing Horses is Marylin Rice’s ninth work. She plans to make an animated movie on her book in future. The delightful story is about three amazing horses who have specific skills and they embark on a journey to win The Best Equine Author of the Year contest. This entertaining book is for the audience of all ages as it has an adventurous story with an exciting end that grabs the attention of the masses. You can grab a copy here. Marylin L Rice was born in 1951. She adopted the profession of teaching. She started writing after her retirement. Her writings indicate that she has an adventurous soul.
Our brilliant author, Jason Warren, is all set to appear on Unity Radio on the evening of 4th September 2021, Saturday. Jason’s interview on the show will definitely brighten up your weekend. His young adult novel, Tarak’s Dust of Desire, is an undiscovered beauty. Through this interview, you can discover the amazing author that Jason is and also find out more about his book. So, do not forget to tune in to Unity Radio on Sunday evening. Tarak’s Dust of Desire is a story of time travel, where a character belonging to a special tribe of the 19th century finds himself landing in the contemporary world. He doesn’t get scared though, rather sets out to acquire modern-day education and culture. Still, his mind cannot help but compare the two very contrasting times and spaces he has come to experience. A very interesting read it is; hurry up and get your copy here. Jason Warren will sure hold anyone captive through his raw and prolific writing. Magic being one part, he does not lay down his plots afar from the real world and is contributing very constructively to the existing fictional literature.
Nigel Gann’s book launch event is set to take place on 3rd September at The Hub at St Mary’s, Lichfield. The timings for this event are 6 pm-8 pm. This launch is for Nigel’s book called ‘The Great Education Robbery.’ If you are around, do not miss out on this event since it’s an opportunity to meet the honourable winner of the National Teaching Award in 2007. Yes, Nigel Gann has won this award for his applaudable work in the education sector of England. The Great Education Robbery sums up Nigel’s analysis on the control of the business and political elite over the schools which were established as a community service on community levels. Not just he presents the problem but also prescribes the solution. His book make an important read and is an extraction of Nigel Gann’s nationwide experience in teaching not just students but also training teachers and adults. He is now a consultant and designs programs for BBC TV and Radio as well.
Our author, Susan R. E. Wall, will appear at Express FM Portsmouth Radio for an interview with DJ Ian James. The show will be broadcasted on Tuesday, 31st August 2021 in the afternoon. The talk will centre around Susan’s book, True Love Conquers All. This talk will be just as amazing as Susan is. You must stay tuned on Tuesday afternoon to hear Susan speak about not just her incredible book but a lot of other things. True Love Conquers All is a work of historical fiction. The author caught inspiration for this book from the letters that were exchanged between her parents. The setting is of the year 1953 and the protagonist is a British army man posted in Germany. He falls in love with a German secretary and the love story sees itself caught in post-war complications. Wonderfully written, this book brings back the times long gone by. Susan R. E. Wall lives in Portsmouth, England with her husband and daughter. Her husband is not just her life partner but also her soulmate. This energy pushes her to engage more passionately in romance; be it her everyday life or a piece of writing.
We are excited to announce that our very talented, Kari Kakkonen, will be appearing in a webinar by Exactpro on 19 August at 16.00 CET/18.00 GET. In the webinar, he will be talking about his book, Dragons Out, and the work he is doing in software testing advocacy among children and young adults. You can sign up and get yourself registered for this webinar through this link and get a chance to win a free copy of the book. Dragons Out is a book written for children to learn software testing in a fun and easy way. It has stories about dragons and knights and a village. Children can read it on their own or with their parents. This book is not age-specific and anyone who wants to learn about software testing will enjoy reading it. This is the story of two children, Laura and Tom, who tumble into the world of dragons and knights. These dragons actually represent software defects and the knights represent testers and developers. The book helps learn through reading-parallels. Although the book is written for children, it is suitable for anyone from ages 9-99. Kari Kakkonen has experience of working for over twenty years in software testing. His company, Dragons Out Oy, focuses on promoting software testing among children. He is an active conference speaker, trainer and consultant in reputable organizations. Apart from spending time with family, Kari enjoys snowboarding, singing, reading, and kayaking.
Get ready Nottingham! Denise Popat is coming with an exciting event you can attend with your kids and family at Austin Street, Bulwell. This is going to be a book signing and storytelling gathering on August 16th from 11 am-2 pm. Make sure to put a reminder to head towards Bulwell Forest Garden on Monday and do not forget to take the kids along. Denise will be reading from her book called ‘Magnificent, Marvellous Minibeasts.’ Magnificent, Marvellous Minibeasts is a children’s read written in an easy manner that the early learners can read for themselves. It is also just as perfect for parents to read to their children. The book takes us into the marvellous world of minibeasts residing in the gardens. The author writes about all the varieties that can be found and also weaves an interesting line of conversation among the creatures. Denise Popat is a grandmother now and has worked as a nursery and special needs teacher. She likes to create and write stories for children. As the first series of books, she has chosen the theme of minibeast and hopes that schools can also benefit from this series.
BBC Radio Jersey is going to interview our amazing author, Leonora Langley. The interview will be broadcasted on Saturday, 8th August at 9.10 am. The intent of the interview is to talk to Leonora about her brilliant book called Let the Souls of Our Children Sing. Looking at the many capacities in which Leonora has served over the years in the UK and the USA, our advice will be to not miss out on this talk. So, save the date, set a reminder and tune in to BBC Radio Jersey. Let the Souls of Our Children Sing contains some important thoughts the author has developed over the years while working as a teacher of music and drama. She connects her observations with contextual changes the world is witnessing and propagates pressingly that unless we do not polish and attend to our children’s creativity and curiosity in education, we will fail to outgrow our current condition. Her argument is well-constructed and forces the reader to think likewise. Leonora Langley has worked professionally as a teacher, a journalist and a counsellor. She excelled in whatever she did. As a journalist, she remained the editor and a regular contributor to various magazines. She made sure to add her apt innovation to every role she assumed.
Julian David, the author of A Brief History of God, is set for a promotional book signing event at the East Gate Bookshop, 62 Fore Street, Totnes, TQ9 5RU. The book signing event will be held on Thursday, 5th August 2021, at 6.30 PM. Book lovers and fans of Julian David are eagerly waiting for this event. Mark your calendars now! A Brief History of God is a philosophical book, giving an in-depth analysis of the last three thousand years of patriarchal religion. It fluently answers questions that are both historical and relevant. Julian David has talked about some vital questions that address our whole existence. Don’t miss out on this entertaining, intellectual, and thought-provoking philosophy book. Julian David was born in 1933. Throughout his life, Julian has been involved in social work and bringing change to the educational standards. He was a teacher at the Dartington Hall School, where he set up innovative courses. He has lived in many parts of the world, providing his services to the community. Nowadays, Julian David occasionally gives lectures at Schumacher college and in Cape Town. He lives in his Devon farmhouse close by his three children and seven grandchildren.
Our author, Julie D. Jones, is invited as a guest speaker on BBC Radio Devon’s breakfast show on Wednesday, 28th July 2021 at 11 AM. The author will be having a candid conversation with David Fitzgerald and Michael Chequer about her crime book, Moorland Forensics - Conspiracy of Souls. Julie D. Jones will also discuss other current issues of the day. Conspiracy of Souls is a crime-thriller story about the disappearance of two teenage girls under mysterious circumstances. After 30 years, fresh graves of the two girls are found, followed by a gruesome murder of an artist. The police task force gets assigned to uncover the links to the murders and solve the perplexing case. Will the police finally unwrap the mystery? Or will the number of deaths start piling up again? Read the book to find out. Julie D. Jones is a crime-novel writer and a journalist. Apart from that, she is a classically trained flautist and a skilled horse rider as well. Born in Devon, Julie grew up in South Hams near Kingsbridge. Conspiracy of Souls is her second novel, set to release on 30th July 2021. Don’t miss out!
Austin Macauley's incredible author, P.J. Anderson, the writer of a mystery crime book, Zenith, will meet students and teachers at the Melbourne College Library on Tuesday, 22nd July 2021 at lunchtime. The author will speak to aspiring authors and avid readers about his book at the event. Zenith is a thrilling mystery that revolves around a young boy, Toms Ross, who is an introvert. He somehow ends up joining his elder sister, Danni, on an end-of-school yacht trip. While on the trip, a mystery spacecraft on a nearby island catches their attention. From that point, the story takes unpredictable and thrilling turns, it becomes a battle for survival. To read the complete novel, grab your copy here. P.J. Anderson is an acknowledged crime journalist in Melbourne. Currently, he works as a teacher support officer in the education system.
Paul Spelzini, the author of @#1crush and My Wonderful Fran, will be attending the Abbey Line Community Rail fun day, scheduled for Friday, 2nd July 2021, between 11 pm to 3 pm at Bricket Wood Parish Centre. The author will also be hosting a CCIF photo exhibition at the event. The entry to this explosive event is free of cost, but there are limited tickets due to COVID restrictions. Both of Paul Spelzini’s books revolve around the sensitive subject of mental health. @#1crush is about mental health and drug abuse, covering issues that many young people are facing in the world today. Whereas, My Wonderful Fran is an autobiography of the author daughter who committed suicide following a battle with mental illness. Paul Spelzini is a qualified Chartered Surveyor and Building Engineer. He has been married for 31 years, having raised three children. Paul is also a voluntary station adopter with the Abbey Line Community rail partnership since its inception in 2005. Paul Spelzini’s books, My Wonderful Fran and @#1crush, will be available for sale at the event. You can also buy these books on the Austin Macauley Publisher website.
Portia Stanton-Noble will be attending a promotional book signing event for The Big Dead Dry on Thursday, 24th June 2021. The event will start at 6.30 pm at Clare Library. At the event, the author will talk about her new book and will sign copies for the readers. The Big Dead Dry is about a small country town in South Australia that becomes a breeding ground for murders and accidental deaths. The arrival of a mysterious man and his subsequent murder becomes the catalyst of chaos in the town. A senior detective gets in charge of the investigation who will go to any length to find the killer. However, the suspects are countless, and it’s going to be almost impossible to find out the serial killer. Will the killer get caught or will the killer remain anonymous forever? Buy this book here. Portia Stanton-Noble was born and raised in Melbourne, Victoria. She has worked in the retail and real estate sector, but her passion always lied in writing. She has written articles and reviews for various publications and newspapers. Nowadays, Portia is busy working on her upcoming projects, including the sequel to her debut crime novel, The Big Dead Dry.
An author speaking session of David McCaddon, writer of the crime book, A Question of Time, will be held at Abingdon U3A on Monday, 21st June 2021 at 1:30 pm. The author will be talking at length about his book, A Question of Time, at the session. In this crime book, the dead body of a girl is found in a farmer’s field which leads to an enquiry of the murder. Right after this horrifying incident, another body is discovered which hints at the involvement of a serial killer. Only time would tell if both the incidents are connected in any way. The book involves the reader right from the very first page and keeps on getting more and more interesting. You can find more about this crime book here. David McCaddon has worked in computing and law enforcement and due to the relevance of his work, he got the opportunity to work with police all around the world.
Dr Patrick Treacy, the author of The Needle and The Damage Done, is invited by Sunshine 106.8 for a live radio interview on Sunday, 13th June 2021, at 7 pm. The hour-long session will be hosted by Ed Finn, where they will talk about Dr Patrick Treacy’s book, The Needle and The Damage Done. Don’t forget to listen to this exciting interview here. The Needle and The Damage Done is about Dr Patrick who became an adventurer and a multi-award-winning doctor and physician. From smuggling cars and getting jabbed with an HIV-infected needle to getting imprisoned in Baghdad, Dr Patrick’s life was full of adventures. As the years went by, Dr Patrick Treacy became one of the most recognized cosmetic doctors in the world. Buy the book now to get all the details about his life. Dr Patrick Treacy is a world-renowned cosmetic practitioner who has won multiple accolades and awards over the years. He practices cosmetic medicine in his clinics in Dublin and Cork. He wrote many articles for scientific journals and has contributed to chapters of medical books. His book, The Needle and The Damage Done is published by Austin Macauley Publishers and available to buy now!
Austin Macauley’s incredible author, Marilyn L Rice, will be giving an interview to Chat and Spin Radio on Saturday, 12th June 2021. The interview will air live at 3:40 pm. The author will also be talking about her phenomenal book titled The Singing Horses. So mark your calendars and tune in to Chat and Spin Radio here to listen to this interesting interview of your favourite author. The Singing Horses is the story of a singing troupe of horses, preparing to compete in a writing contest. Although they are competing against each other, they work together in the entertainment industry as a famous singing horses troupe. This story will take you to new places as the horses try to escape the paparazzi. It is a delightful story of funny and interesting adventures. Marilyn L Rice was born in 1951. She received her early education from a grammar school and holds a B.Ed degree from Keele University. She started her writing career after retiring as a teacher and has written 9 books so far. She is currently living in West Bromwich.
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