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Compatriots of Desire
Compatriots of Desire follows one man’s unflinching journey through debt, disillusionment, addiction, and the quiet collapse of a life lived under capitalism’s relentless glare. Once an intelligent family man commuting across London’s bridges to the Financial Quarter, he becomes worn down by pressure, expectation, and the slow erosion of his mental health.
When the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic brings the country to a standstill, he finds an unexpected lifeline – yet every rescue comes with consequences. As he abandons work, technology, and the noise of society, he begins to question everything he once believed about success, money, and meaning.
The bridges he crosses – both real and metaphorical – mark the turning points of a life in search of something better. But where does the journey lead? Toward contentment, or further into the unknown?
Told in lyrical prose woven with poetry, Compatriots of Desire is a continuous, immersive story of collapse, clarity, and the fragile hope of starting again.
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Stories of the Sky
Stories of the Sky… is a collection of personal stories from pilot Ada. Written with humor, sarcasm, and heartfelt honesty, her tales guide readers through the many facets of flying—from first flights and new aircraft types to dangerous situations, extreme weather, health, aging, loss, lockdown, friendships, and love.
The book offers a genuine look into life as a private flying club member. Ada’s stories stick with you. They’re not just about flying; they’re about trusting yourself, pushing past fear, and finding clarity when everything feels shaky. Her wisdom from the cockpit has a funny way of making sense on the ground, too.
If you’ve ever looked up and wondered what it’s really like up there, especially as a woman, Ada’s writing doesn’t just tell you; she takes you with her. It feels less like reading a book and more like listening to a friend who’s been where you dream of going.£6.99 -
The Lost Goddesses of Eldorado
Karla Andrea, along with her young daughter Samantha, set out to be the first ones to explore their home planet of El Dorado, in the Twycross Meridian. Once they have discovered the Hydrosan, their adventures get more compelling.
Along their way they discover other young females that need to be part of a family, so their gynocracy grows from there into a wise and strong family unit. Also other adventures none of them could ever have envisaged.
Then with the intervention of the sublime adept water sprites, along with their brother the river, they join the family and at some point disclose their metaphysical prowess to all their sisters and daughters.
It is they that know of the failings of the Twycross Universe and its final nemesis. With their divine wisdom, they discover a way forward to a new world, where they become the lost goddesses of El Dorado.
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When Issa Is Asleep
This book is written for both children and parents to enjoy together.
When Issa falls asleep, he meets different animals in his dreams. These animals help Issa deal with big feelings, teaching young readers to better understand and name their own emotions.
Through short, child-friendly stories, this book explores themes of fairness, morals, and love. It provides children with positive messages while offering an enjoyable reading experience for parents to share with their little ones.
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Letters From Fantasia
Letters From Fantasia delves into a mind ravaged by time-travelling conversations that elicit and excite the moral element of anyone’s imagination. It is an exciting story that is almost impossible to know while getting addicted to the characters themselves.
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Life, an Extraordinary Journey
What if every twist and turn of life's journey was captured in poetry?In a world of ordinary days, a child did play,Through ups and downs, the Lancashire lad found his way.Becoming a soldier, brave and true,Facing battles and peacekeeping too.Shoulder to shoulder with his loyal wife, he found his home,Together they built a life and were no longer alone.Children brought joy, laughter, and light,Their family strong, through day and night.Escorting Royalty was a privileged achievement,Running marathons and his hobby of art were fulfilment.His ambition was achieved, but still cost tears,Retiring from the army after 27 challenging years.From an ordinary beginning, extraordinary he became,A story of resilience, love, sacrifice and pain.Through life's journey, he shone bright,An ordinary child, now a beacon of light.This autobiography is about me, your author, Neal Alexander.
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Nothing the Fists Can't Fix and Other Stories
In these thirteen remarkable stories, Paul Maxton delves deep into the human condition, exploring both its tenderness and brutality while exposing the fragility of the mind. Set against the backdrop of Scotland’s islands and cities, misfits and miscreants have a tenuous grip on reality, resorting to strange, often extreme, behaviour to express their hopes and desires.
A man grapples with his anger management, leading to destructive consequences.
A burnt-out soldier takes revenge on a friend during a goose-hunting trip.
An alcoholic nurse, on her final warning, is consumed by news of an earthquake.
A workaholic manager finds a Triumph Bonneville irresistible during a drug-fueled binge.
A boy’s fierce imagination draws him toward a mother he both loathes and longs for.Bursting with originality and dark humour, Maxton’s stories are unnerving, inventive, and sharply attuned to the nuances of speech. This powerful, uncompromising debut collection delivers punch after punch, creating a world of love, loss, and longing that irresistibly draws the reader in.
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Mastering the Mind
Mastering the Mind: Awaken the Inner You is your key to unlocking the vast potential that lies within. In a world filled with distractions, self-doubt, and challenges, the greatest battle we face is often with our own minds. But what if you had the tools to break free from limiting beliefs, harness your mental power, and create the life you’ve always desired?
In this transformative book, Jamshed Durrani, a renowned mindset and peak performance coach, takes you on a journey of self-discovery and mental mastery. Through actionable techniques, deep insights, and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to reshape your thoughts, build mental resilience, and step into a life of clarity and purpose. Whether you’re navigating personal obstacles, professional challenges, or simply seeking to enhance your mindset, this book provides the guidance you need to awaken the best version of yourself.
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Luna the Lumiloon
In the enchanting forest of Twinklewood, Luna the Lumiloon is known for her dazzling glow—colours that sparkle brightest when she laughs or dreams. But one fateful twirl leaves Luna’s colours scattered across the magical wood, and her shine fades to a silvery shimmer.
Determined to bring her vibrant hues back, Luna embarks on a whimsical journey filled with wonder, laughter, and courage. Along the way, she meets Giggle-Frogs who fill her heart with laughter, wise Sorrowwillows who help her embrace her emotions, and fiery Emberbees who teach her the power of bravery. With each encounter, Luna discovers that her colours come from the magic of her experiences and the strength within her heart.
Perfect for young readers who love magical adventures, Luna the Lumiloon is a heartwarming tale about self-discovery, resilience, and the beauty of finding the light within. Step into Twinklewood and let Luna’s glow inspire your imagination to soar!
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Learn and Memorise Useful English Expressions
This book introduces you to more than 900 English expressions in a totally unique way that is both educational and fun. The main speciality of the book is that it helps you memorise the material you learnt. As an aid also, jokes, rhymes and visual techniques are used.
There are 33 lessons in the book, with each lesson introducing you to new expressions. In each lesson, one or more special puzzles (created specifically for students learning a foreign language) test the knowledge of the expressions learnt in that lesson and some of them in previous lessons.
Each clue in every puzzle is based ONLY on the learnt expressions, always with their ENTIRE text (meaning, application) as they first appeared in a lesson. The missing word is the answer to the clue in the puzzle.
The expressions featured in this book appear in 4 to 8 of the 67 puzzles. This constant repetition serves not only to assist you in memorising but also in using the expressions appropriately when conversing in English.
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A Game for Spoilers
Don’t be fooled! The ‘sedate and genteel’ game of croquet so often considered a dumb pastime for retired vicars and old ladies is, at the ‘association’ level, both demanding and as tactical as chess. They even play international test matches!
That’s how Compton Abdale sees it. But soon, encouraged by the enthusiasm of Hong Kong actor Danny Chang, Compton, a successful publisher from an aristocratic family, finds himself juggling preparations for an ‘international’ croquet event in Hong Kong with plans for his upcoming wedding to the beautiful Lucinda. At the same time he is becoming increasingly attracted to Calmsden, the fashion editor of a glossy magazine with whom his best friend Willy Fleming has also fallen hopelessly in love.
Meanwhile, the manipulative Bryan Barton Kinnerton is looking for ways to make trouble on and off the lawns. He has already antagonised Compton into nearly killing him, but will the Hong Kong event create more problems, putting Compton’s life and his game under such pressure that things could explode into something far from either ‘sedate’ or ‘genteel’?
It’s a game for spoilers where savage competition can lead to almost anyone breaking all the rules.
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Finding More Words in Jane Austen
So, you don’t know anything about Jane Austen? Well, here is a fun way to discover a little about her and her world.
There are a number of information pages about Austen’s life and the world in which she lived. Each information page is followed by ten appropriate sentences with a word hidden in each sentence. To help, there is a list of sixteen words and a different word can be found cunningly hidden in each of the sentences.
The text is an easy read for newcomers and has some thought-provoking ideas for the more knowledgeable.
£8.99
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