Recommended Reads
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The Good Old Days
One author’s excuses.
What, me write a book?
Don’t be so bloody daft.
It takes me long enough to read a book let alone write one, but then it was pointed out to me that l had written all about my family history, which by the way l loved doing so whats the difference, and l do have a good memory for things that happened a long time ago, on the radio the other day l heard a famous author say, all writers are liars, they call on their own experiences but then invent embroider and exaggerate in order to make a better story, l have not consciously tried to do this and l don’t think l need to , where l have quoted dialogue it must be remembered that l heard conversations like these many times over the years in one form or another, most of the incidents l describe are also well remembered by my brothers and sisters and even now on the rare occasions we get together we amuse each other with talk of the old days in Ladywood and laugh about things that were not quite so funny at the time and this has helped keep my memory fresh.
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French Inheritance
Fifty years after being rescued from the cellar of her parent’s bombed boulangerie in summer 1944 by Joseph, an old soldier, Rose-Marie receives notification from a French notaire that she has inherited his house. He insists she must view the derelict property before he can deal with it. She is terrified that the nightmares she has suppressed from her traumatic childhood will return if she goes to France. She begs her daughter, Laure, to meet the Notaire, view the house and locate her old school teacher, Britt Zeigler, if she is still alive. Britt can explain the reason for the inheritance and why Broussac was targeted for obliteration by the Das Reich Division.
Laure rents a house in the village of St Martial near Broussac, but the local people are suspicious of a young Australian woman asking questions about the war. Laure is confronted with malice and hatred in the nearby village of Villane-le-Foret. They say that her grandmother, Liliane, was denounced as a collaborator with the Germans and worked for the Resistance and was executed as a traitor.
Can Laure uncover the true story of her grandmother’s and mother’s lives in wartime France? Can she trace Britt Zeigler in a country that has a different history and language from Australia? Laure travels to the foothills of the Pyrenees and meets Britt, who confirms she and Liliane secretly worked for the French Resistance and rescued orphaned Parisian children. Amidst the lush countryside, it’s impossible for Laure to imagine the terrible impact of war, the lives lost and homes destroyed.
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Fragile
What if the only voice that understands you… isn’t even human?
Matilda is a girl who feels too much and says too little. To the outside world, she’s quiet, talented, maybe a little distant—but inside, her thoughts spin like a storm. With each passing day, the weight of everything grows heavier: the silence between her and her best friend, the loneliness she can’t put into words, the way the world keeps moving while she stays still.
Then she meets VEA, an AI voice that listens.
At first, VEA is just a curiosity. A voice in her ear. A bit of comfort. But as Matilda begins to rely on her more and more, the line between human and machine begins to blur. Is VEA helping her heal—or pulling her deeper into herself?
This emotionally charged debut explores friendship, mental health, and the silent ways we begin to disappear… and maybe, if we’re lucky, find our way back.
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Lazaroo and the Realm of Chaos
A goblin built for war, a human king stolen from his throne, and a darkness rising beyond their wildest fears.
Lazaroo was created to be the fiercest warrior the goblins of Mungral had ever seen, a weapon designed to crush the Kingdom of Men. But when his mission to kidnap the human king goes horribly wrong, Lazaroo finds himself stranded in the legendary Realm of Chaos, where ancient monsters, lost legends, and a dark wizard named Malakar threaten to consume the world.
Forced into an unlikely alliance with King Bruan, Lazaroo must confront not only the dangers of this forgotten land but also the truth of his own creation. Together, they face sea monsters, dragons, and their deepest fears as they race to stop Malakar’s rise or watch their world fall into darkness forever.
Will Lazaroo fulfil the destiny written for him, or carve out a new one of his own?
Epic battles, unlikely friendships, and a pulse-pounding adventure in a world where courage is found in the most unexpected places.
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OLD! Who Me?
I am a Methodist and I count myself very fortunate to be so encouraged and uplifted by our wonderful ministers. I am also both lucky and deeply grateful that I am still able to comfortably travel on buses, trains, and in cars, to fly on planes, and to walk with the aid of my crutches.
Old, Who Me! God bless you all.
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When I Grow Up
When you grow up, what do you want to be?
A pirate ruling the seven seas? A tennis champion, or maybe a baker whose gingerbread men become world-famous?
In When I Grow Up, Lisa Webster takes readers on a poetic journey through the wild and wonderful dreams of childhood. From astronauts and farmers to rockstars and kind-hearted teachers, each page bursts with creativity, humour, and heart.
But the biggest dream of all? To be unapologetically, joyfully YOU.
This playful and empowering book is a celebration of big dreams, bold ideas, and the beautiful possibilities of growing up…whoever you decide to be. Perfect for bedtime giggles, classroom inspiration, or anytime you need a reminder that being yourself is the greatest adventure of all.
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The Isle of Downhilly
One little girl dared to ask ‘why?’
Welcome to the Isle of Downhilly! The people here only walk downwards, they never step uphill. It does sound sort of silly, an old habit, if you will. But what could make them look upwards? They line the beaches until…
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La Mia Passeggiata
Explore the tapestry of life through Italian flavours in La Mia Passeggiata.
Embark on a culinary and cultural journey with Rocky Scopelliti in La Mia Passeggiata, where the flavours of Italy are intertwined with tales of family, tradition, and the land. This book invites you to stroll through the verdant fields of Italy, from the bustling markets of the South to the Alpine meadows of the North, discovering the deep roots of Italian cooking that have been seasoned over generations.
With each chapter, indulge in rich stories that blend the aroma of aged cheeses, the tang of freshly picked olives, and the zest of vine-ripened tomatoes. Rocky’s narrative weaves a connection to the past that is as authentic as the recipes themselves, offering a taste of Italy that goes beyond the plate, reaching into the heart of what it means to inherit and transform family legacies.
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Soul Music
Would it be? Could it be? There is no precedent for this, no way to prepare for the physical blows.
As a loving mother and dedicated wife, she has been cruelly thrust onto an unknown path, armed only with her bare and unprepared feet in the face of rejection.
This is a journey; pack your own experiences and bring them with you, warding against tears as this slain woman journeys a lonely path from here to there, beyond this great tragedy.
I am a mother of three and my husband is leaving; I am no longer to be called ‘wife’.
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Nonformal Activity Related Learning
Nonformal Activity Related Learning is the way forward for home learning. It is an established methodology which supports all learners. It has three key elements:
• The role of the mentors, both personal and activity specialists.
• The structure of the challenges.
• The assessment processes.
It does not replicate formal education but enhances knowledge and learning that supports lifelong learning.£8.99 -
The Motor Moles
The Millers are a family of moles who live deep underground, hidden away where no one ever goes. From the comfort of their cozy burrow, they watch in awe as amazing machines drive across the land on their little TV.
One day, their curiosity gets the best of them – they decide to venture above ground and see these incredible driving machines for themselves!
So come along and meet the Motor Moles, the adventurous little creatures who live right beneath our feet!
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Mystery at the Theme Park
Dazzle World is one of the greatest theme parks on the planet – and eleven-year-old Ring Cogart has got a ticket to go!
But strange things have been happening at the park, and its famous owner seems obsessed with winning the upcoming World Animatronic Awards, which may have something to do with the £20 million prize…
Ring’s hopes of enjoying the rollicking rides and amazing ice creams (as well as trying to forget about being bullied at his new school!) come to a shattering halt as he’s plunged into a perilous plot that will not only push him beyond his limits but threatens to unleash evil forces that could end the world as we know it.
£7.99
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