Recommended Reads
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Suzette and Samala Island Adventures
Migrating from a landlocked country to a remote island in the southern hemisphere inspired a simple dream: to give our Australian-born daughters every pet they could possibly care for.
Their mother even imagined owning a giraffe – one of her favourite animals – and envisioned feeding it through a big roof window in our two-storey home, thanks to all the land we had. While that dream never quite came true, our family did raise a lively collection of animals, including a cow, a donkey, a calf, horses, chickens, cygnets, guinea pigs, and rabbits. There was always plenty of grass, apples, and vegetables to go around.
Now, Suzette the Cow tells the tale of their island adventures – the joys, the mishaps, and all the love in between.
Come along for the ride!
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Life Is A Hotel
There comes a time when we all ask ourselves those searching questions: what’s the point, why are we here, what’s it all about?
I’ve thought about it and I think I’ve worked it out: life is a hotel.
You and I are both staying in the hotel along with the other eight billion guests.
Whether you have recently checked in or find yourself sitting in reception with your suitcases ready to leave, we will all experience similar things.
We check in, check out, look at the view from the balcony, discover which floor we are on and inevitably, visit lost property; some of us sign the guestbook and when we ultimately leave, is that it?
What happens next?
Will we ever come back and stay again?
The cover shows the 500 year old cellar in the Hotel Klosterbrau in Seefeld Austria, the inspiration for this book.£13.99 -
Ice Murders
On a bright, clear day on Thredbo’s stunning Mount Crackenback, a ski instructor is found dead near the base of the notorious Cannonball run. What first appears to be a tragic accident quickly turns sinister when a test of his equipment reveals foul play.Detective Sergeant Wayne Bradfield is called in to investigate, joined by the keen and determined Detective Constable Eugene (call me Gene) Evans. As they begin to unravel the mystery, the stakes rise with a second and third murder, sending shockwaves of fear through the small, once-peaceful village.Who is terrorizing this tight-knit community? And why? With pressure mounting, Bradfield and Evans must rely on every bit of their wit, courage, and resourcefulness to catch the killer, leading to a nail-biting showdown that will test them in ways they never expected.
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Mermaids on the Rock and the Fishermen’s Net
The Mermaid sisters are back again! Their adventurous spirit is getting restless, and once again their friends, Willy the Whale and Diana the Dolphin, are worried about what trouble they might get themselves into this time.They are constantly whispering about the magical world above the ocean, how beautiful it was and how much they long to see it again. Even though they know they are strictly forbidden to go there after the trouble they got into the last time, they just can’t resist. So, they hatch a plan so they can have just one more look at the world above the ocean. However, this time their love of adventure would get them into far more trouble than they ever imagined and could end in disaster, changing their lives forever!
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The Enchanted School
Rickmears School was no ordinary school. It was enchanted, filled with magic and wonder. Strange things often happened within its walls, though never anything truly bad. Curiously, none of the teachers nor the headmaster seemed to notice the magic that quietly shaped the school… except for one man.
Old Tom, the school groundsman, was the only one who knew the truth. He alone had been granted a special power. But why him? Why not the teachers or the headmaster?
With his secret gift, Old Tom embarks on a series of unexpected adventures, all within the school grounds. Along the way, he meets new friends, each with unique powers of their own, who need his help and are eager to help in return.
But the question remains: can Old Tom stay the course? Will he have the strength and courage to bring balance and order back to this magical place of learning?
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Alexa & Pup Go to the Zoo
Off Alexa and Pup go, hand in paw,Excited to see what the zoo has in store.Cool giraffes and tigers in boots,Puffy pandas and elephants with flutes,Dozing lions and colourful fish,Penguins tucking into their favourite dish.Alexa and Pup, the best of friends,Will there be a treat at the end?
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Dressed in Black
Sydney, 1980s. When relationship counsellor Natalie meets art restorer Vince, she doesn’t realise that her cool and calm exterior is about to be tested – along with the rest of her. Bohemian Vince unveils a world that lures Natalie in – he’s unlike anyone she’s met before. Seduced by his artistic decadence and hedonistic lifestyle, Natalie embarks on an erotic journey that breaches boundaries and introduces her to new levels of pleasure. But there is something else stirring beneath their erotic games. As the two spiral deeper into their fantasies, questions about Natalie’s beliefs regarding herself and her desires rise to the surface. Feminism mingles with erotica in this look at one woman’s sexual awakening. Dressed in Black is a steamy journey of self-discovery that delves into how relationships can fortify or threaten our sense of self.
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Kitten: The Death of Julie Easton
The grandfather-granddaughter team of Ike Cobb and Kit Castleman are at it again. Hired to represent the husband and prime suspect in his wife’s murder, Kit discovers love. As the consequences of the deadly curiosity of the victim unfold, numerous suspects must be investigated by an entertaining duo of detectives. One is left to conclude not to pursue every curiosity without substantial forethought. The result could prove deadly otherwise.
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Pon My Puff
This autobiographical novel is not only the true story of a child’s upbringing by his grandparents in the 1920s, but also a story of the villagers on the Isle of Wight.
Through Charles Lansley’s research of his late father Peter Lansley’s manuscript, most of the characters have been identified along with their places of residence, memorials and places of interest. We learn about the local milkman, the butcher, the shoemaker and other trades persons who made up the community, including Peter’s nursery teacher. But also, through his grandfather’s love, we gain a child’s understanding of God and the afterlife.
We join Peter at Christmastime for Stir Up Sunday, sips of Guinness and many amusing misunderstandings. We experience various adventures with his girlfriend Victoria in the grounds of a local manor house and at the village creek. Through the stories and anecdotes, we gain a greater understanding of what family and village life was like in the 1920s when the steam train ran supreme, when there was no electricity or telephone, when the house was lit by an oil lamp and candles, when the ‘range’ was used for cooking and when it was normal for a five-year-old to walk into the village alone.
This book is a delight as a story and as a description of rural life in a time gone by. It should appeal to both those who want to relive the innocence of childhood and those who enjoy learning about local and social history.
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The Little Book of Skincare, Self-care and Soul Care
The Little Book of Skincare, Self-Care, and Soul Care might seem an unusual combination, people may think. In it, however, the author explains her lifelong fascination with the power of nature to soothe, nurture, heal, and replenish us. Skincare is so much more than caring for appearance; it is healthcare and part of overall wellness. Self-care is also about cultivating healthy self-esteem and self-worth, a positive body image, and confidence in one’s abilities to navigate life. These qualities help people feel good about themselves, reach their full potential, and live happier, longer lives. In soul care, the author looks at positive or higher emotions, including love, kindness, forgiveness, hope, humility, and courage. What a remarkable difference these qualities can make to people’s general well-being and the happiness of others! These virtues make both the giver and receiver feel good, so in a small way, individuals can contribute to making their little corner of the world a better place.
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Aslak’s Key: Tales for Wise Children III
Climate change, fraternal competition and loneliness: these are some of the crises the creatures in these tales have to face. They will need all the ingenuity and courage they can muster to overcome the odds, and they dearly hope you will accompany them…
Discover how Aslak, a polar bear living in the Artic, and Selma, a tiny mouse inhabiting a Greek island, both find a way to adapt to the threat posed by climate change, thereby ensuring the survival of their kind.
Azumal, a very independent green turtle, has an eye-opening encounter with a desolate shrimp on the seafloor which makes him realise the importance of companionship. He turns tail, hoping it’s not too late.
A young genet, Snuffles, helps the two young people who take care of him to solve the mystery of the golden talisman and foil the dark plans Squire Potts has in store for his daughter.
Gale and Bluster are two polecat brothers whose rivalry tears their community apart until fortunately Golius, a wise old owl, comes to the rescue and helps the community to heal.
These tales and more await you between the covers of this book.
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An Igloo by the Desert Where It Rains
‘A feeling tickled my heart, and before I knew it, the February night had swept my dreams away. Moonlight washed over the pages before me and the pen in my hand, while the stars watched in silence…’
Dive into this collection of poems where love flourishes, thoughts unravel, and the universe whispers its secrets. Explore the messy beauty of love, late-night reflections, and lingering memories, along with those loud moments of clarity – or quiet chaos.
Whether you’re in love, feeling lost, or searching for something real, you’ll discover pieces of yourself scattered within these pages, woven into a journey of love, self-discovery, and the questions we all share.
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