The Bean Team at the Carnival

Step into the vibrant world of the annual village carnival and parade, where the entire community gathers to witness a magnificent procession marching through the streets. The air buzzes with excitement as the band plays and dancers twirl, accompanied by The Bean Team dressed in their unique village-inspired outfits. With flags waving and balloons soaring, villagers, visitors, and children line the streets, immersing themselves in the joyous atmosphere of this beloved event. Join in the festivities, experience the magic, and be swept away by the camaraderie as you become part of this captivating spectacle that unites a community in celebration.

The Bean Team at the Circus

This is the story of six members of the Bean Team going to the circus. The Bean Team girls include Katy Kidney Bean, Yoko Cocoa Bean, Bea Butter Bean. The Bean Team boys are Rory Runner Bean, Hans Baked Bean, Johnny Jumping Bean.

They see the pony gymnasts, Bob and Jayne, showing their riding skills. They see the three clowns, Goldo, Silvo and Bronzo, with their antics. They see the jugglers, ‘The Princelings’ twins David and John Prince, doing juggling tricks. It is afternoon at the circus, the Bean Team have a ‘stripey’ ice cream and popcorn. They see ‘The Flying Angels’ trapeze artists and ‘The Rumbling Tumblers’ performing their acts of balancing. A day filled with fun and adventure.

The Bean Team At The Seaside

This is a story about The Bean Team going to the seaside and enjoying a day out. There are fourteen characters in The Bean Team: seven boys and seven girls. The girls include Bea Butter Bean, Chloe Coffee Bean, Yoko Cocoa Bean, Sally Soya Bean. The boy’s team include Hans Baked Bean, Rory Runner Bean, Benny Black Bean, and Enrico Mexican Bean. Once at the seaside, they all enjoy a game of beach ball and a picnic on the beach and later split into three groups to experience various seaside activities. Four of them go on a fishing trip while five have a ride in a pony and carriage along the seafront and a special visit to a toy shop. Finally they all meet up in the fish and chip shop and tell each other their experiences. A fun day out!

The Bean Team Four at The Zoo

This is the story of four Bean Team characters enjoying a trip to the zoo. Yoko Cocoa Bean, Johnny Jumping Bean, Bobby Bobo Bean, and Gemma Jelly Bean. They see the elephants and tigers. They watch while the giraffes are being fed. They see the monkeys showing off their tricks. They see the penguins being fed their fish and diving and darting about, Visiting the aquarium to see the fish, all colours of the rainbow. They see big brown bears, chimpanzees, zebras, camels, hippos, hyenas, crocodiles, flamingos, and the cuddly meerkats running around like children. Yoko, Johnny, Bobby and Gemma have the time to have a picnic before finally taking a ride on a monorail around the zoo. Can the Bean Team Four treat you to a trip to the zoo? All in the imagination, of course.

Fantasy Beans in real life scenes!

The Bean Team Visit A Country Farm

In this story, The Bean Team visit a country farm to see the animals and meet Farmer Joe, his wife Ann, and their children, Lily and George. Get to know the Bean Team’s seven boys and seven girls, from Sally Soya Bean and Gemma Jelly Bean to the boys Rory Runner Bean and Hans Baked Bean along the way. On this fun adventure at the farm they will see the goats and pigs, Samson the Shire Horse, collect eggs from the chickens, and pet the rabbits.

Fantasy Beans in real life scenes! 

The Bear Nobody Could See

Tales for Wise ChildrenHorace, the Crow Who Flew EastHorace, an adventurous crow, stumbles upon a piece of exquisite matcha cake that leaves him craving for more. Determined to discover the origins of this delectable treat, Horace embarks on an epic journey across Europe, tasting its myriad delights along the way. Amidst his adventures, he befriends Lime, a vibrant parrot shunned by a murder of crows due to his unique plumage. Together, with the guidance of Tsuru, a melancholic crane, they venture towards the heart of matcha’s homeland: Japan.The Mysterious Bear of Whispering MeadowsIn the tranquil pastures, whispers of an elusive bear stir curiosity among the sheep. With tales of its ever-changing appearance, the bear becomes an enigma. Some claim it’s brown; others are convinced it’s a white bear with piercing blue eyes. Young Daisy, with her vivid imagination, believes the bear is a prince trapped by a wicked witch’s curse. Is this bear real, or just a figment of tales? Only the meadows hold the answer, as the mystery remains unsolved for the flock.

The Benign Aristocrats

The years 1951 to 1964 were years of undeniable prosperity and progress. They were the years in which Conservative Governments decided not to dismantle Labour’s National Health Service and Welfare State, and for this they must be given a certain amount of credit. The four prime ministers concerned were all from an aristocratic background, but they had learned very quickly that times had changed and that they had to change with them. The result was that these years (and the periods of Labour rule before and after) saw possibly the best governance that Britain has ever experienced. This book, written from an uncompromising Socialist and working-class background, gives a great deal of credit to “the benign aristocrats”, but does not minimise their failures, in particular the Suez affair of 1956.

The Best of Health

60 years ago, being a medical student entailed some hair-raising encounters in the course of training like giving a general anaesthetic without help or instruction, simply because you were the only help available; or assisting in emergency surgery when there was nobody else available.

Distinguished doctors thronged the corridors of Edinburgh Royal Infirmary. Long after the war there was still a vivid memory of Burma and Libya.

Find out why an elderly theatre orderly hinted darkly at “a doctor who got to Dunkirk four days ahead of the field hospital team”. Get a new slant on the Penicillin story and read why the old NHS system in Edinburgh avoided “bed blockers”.

Here is an account of the almost explosive expansion of hospital medicine into ICUs – cardiac arrest teams, coronary care units, positive pressure ventilation, renal dialysis, etc. It was a time of medical progress and high morale.

The Big Wall Feeling

Mum, Dad and primary school aged, Jacob, live happily and simply with their cat, Marley, somewhere in Australia. When new neighbours move in next door, although they have the identical family set up (but no cat), their perceived differences passively prevent there being any contact between the families. Only Marley doesn’t notice this big wall feeling and moves happily between the families until the night of the big storm…

Told through the adventures of two primary school aged boys and a cat called Marley, this beautifully illustrated picture book tackles Australia’s very real issues with intercultural acceptance. Ali, Jacob and Marley’s story shows how simple it is to embrace cultural diversity and value individual difference.

The Bigamist

Harry Boulton, a successful consultant for a global corporation, finds himself in a downward spiral after losing a substantial sum of money gambling and being fired from his job in Brussels. The added pressure of receiving a letter from his wife in New York asking for a child only compounds his stress. With mounting debts to a dangerous loan shark known as Spider and the weight of two marriages to navigate, Harry reaches the brink of despair and makes a devastating decision.

But just as he is about to pull the trigger, fate intervenes and gives him a second chance. Determined to turn his life around, Harry takes on a new job and sets out to make amends with the two women in his life. However, when his wives unexpectedly meet in Sydney, where he has found a fresh start, the stage is set for a heart-pounding confrontation that could determine the rest of Harry’s days.

Harry’s journey is a thrilling roller coaster ride of personal redemption, filled with twists and turns that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. With a gripping plot, dynamic characters, and intense action, this book explores the limits of love, loyalty, and the human spirit.

The Bio-lien Demigod

“I’ve been stabbed! I’m bleeding! I’ll never get to do the things I’ve always wanted! Learn a new language, open a Christmas restaurant for the holidays, have a fight with Jason Statham!

…The wound… it’s gone!?

Well, to be fair, it’s not the weirdest thing that’s happened so far.”

If someone told you their parents were killed by a superhero, would you believe them?

Legeromei was only a young boy when his parents were killed by a bionic superhero. And now, eight years later, he’s being hunted by the people who worked for his parents. He wants answers to why they want him, and to why he’s going through some serious pubescent changes.

All he wants to do is spend time with his new friends and the girl he likes. Can he figure out what’s going on before Christmas?

Aliens, Demigods, and bionic humans…what could go right?

The Bitterest PLC To Swallow

If you’ve ever worked in a pub, currently work in one, or simply have an interest in the history and evolution of pubs, Neil’s book is a must-read. In this insightful and entertaining memoir, Neil shares his experiences and observations about working in local estate pubs during a time when they were the heart and soul of their respective communities.

Through humorous anecdotes and blunt opinions, Neil highlights the many challenges faced by pub owners and workers in the modern era. From policies that leave him screaming to people who make him swear, Neil pulls no punches in his assessment of the pub industry.

The book also explores the transformation of local estate pubs into modern-day branded establishments, such as curry houses and convenience stores. Neil’s revelations are sure to surprise and shock readers, and may even cause them to question the value and quality of the food and drink they pay for in these establishments.

But it’s not all doom and gloom. Neil takes readers on a trip down memory lane, revisiting the fun pubs of the 80s before they became bitter PLCs. Through Neil’s vivid storytelling, readers will laugh, cringe, and even taste the history of these once-beloved establishments.

In the end, Neil offers his take on what happened to pubs and what they have become. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and evolution of pubs, and may just make you think twice about where you choose to spend your hard-earned wages.