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A Compendium of Poems
For 77 years I have been waiting to be asked; now, at last, the waiting is over.This world (you) and I are going to change things for the better. This is our time. We are here to do good things together. To make the future, to bring joy to millions. You, me, we are the future. The future belongs to you and me. Let’s aim for the stars. I believe in opportunity for everybody. I want you to be inspired. This poetry book is ‘code for a fortune.’ Fortune in love, kindness and time shared with people you care about and will do so for ever.‘Reach out and touch the fruit of this place, the fruit that belongs to the whole human race.’You chose this book because you believe in yourself. You are a great human being. I am glad we have made contact. I hope I meet you one day, and I hope we can be friends.
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The Valtellina and Lake Como Food and Drink
Have you heard of the Valtellina and the Valchiavenna? If not, you are in the company of most people who have visited Italy – even those who know and love Lake Como, one of the great beauty spots of the world. Yet the northern finger of the lake touches the Valtellina valley, where the pre-Alps meet the Alps. Here, in celebration of their symbiotic relationship, the mighty river of the Valtellina, the Adda, roars into the lake.One enters, as through a door in a child’s story book, another world, an unspoilt, majestic valley, known for centuries as a cornucopia of goodness, full of historic towns and gastronomic specialities unique to the area. Its 2,500 kilometres of dry-stone walls make up the largest terraced area of viticulture in all Italy, known as ‘heroic viticulture’ for its dependence on human labour. However, its superb DOCG wines largely remain a secret to the rest of the world.This book is a lovingly researched, lyrical evocation of one of the most stunning areas of the world and its food and drink. It presents its culinary delights in the context of their history, territory, and local customs.
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Connie the Confused Chameleon
Welcome to Connie’s Colourful World.Connie must soon pick an option,Choices wide and varied.The stakes are high, but friends stand by,Decisions can be scary!Connie has a choice to make,Perhaps you’ve got one too?So, settle back and join her story,What will Connie do?
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Merciless
Time moves in circles, and history repeats itself. In the heart of Kurdistan, where dreams often end in tragedy, lies the small city of Halabja. During the Iran-Iraq war, Halabja was conquered by the Iranian army, only to be brutally attacked by Saddam Hussein’s forces on March 16, 1988. The city was bombarded with forbidden chemical weapons, massacring over five thousand civilians. The survivors, including young Araaz and his mother, Daya Halaw, fled to Iran, leaving behind Araaz’s father, who was lost in the chaos.Seeking refuge with Daya’s brother in Kermanshah, Iran, Araaz grew up and completed his studies, eventually being accepted into the university to study political sciences. It was there that he fell in love with Fariba, a fellow student, and made plans to marry her despite initial opposition from her family. However, Araaz’s life took a tumultuous turn when he was expelled from the university and briefly arrested due to political issues.As Araaz and his family navigate the complexities of love, loss, and political turmoil, they embark on a journey of resilience and hope, seeking to rebuild their lives in the face of unimaginable adversity.
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Areus
Embark on the captivating journey of Areus, a brilliant Greek linguist whose life unfolds like an epic odyssey. From his early romances to ageless adventures, Areus’ charm knows no bounds, captivating women from his youth at 17 to the seasoned age of 75. His linguistic prowess opens doors to international business ventures across continents, blending professionalism with a thirst for challenge.At 19, he achieves incredible feats in a Danish lunatic asylum, later managing a five-star hotel and pioneering business ventures in the Emirates. Areus becomes a jeweller in the Middle East, selling exquisite gems to sheikhs, a football agent, and a high-stakes player in the Monte Carlo Casino. His entrepreneurial spirit takes him to the stock exchange as the owner of a public company, and he establishes restaurant and fitness centre chains in China.In the heart of China, where Alexander the Great’s legacy lingers, Areus finds himself drawn into a unique responsibility, intertwining his fate with young virgin girls to preserve a lineage reminiscent of the ancient conqueror. However, tragedy befalls him in Libya during an oil trade pursuit, as the Wagner Group abducts him, erasing his identity during 12 harrowing years in the desert.Yet, amidst the shadows, a poignant twist awaits. Areus, once lost in the abyss of memory loss, reunites with his family in a tragic yet ultimately joyous conclusion. The resilient linguist triumphs over adversity, piecing together the fragments of his past for a bittersweet resolution that underscores the enduring strength of the human spirit.
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The Aftermath: Book 2 – Those That Remain
In the aftermath of a devastating war, telepathic twin sisters guide a growing band of survivors to the sanctuary of their childhood home. But as supplies dwindle and tensions rise, they make a fateful decision to leave their rural haven for the uncertainties of the city.Embarking on a perilous journey, they aim to find rescue parties, other survivors, and crucially, sustenance. Yet, the road is fraught with unforeseen dangers that test their resilience and unity.As they draw closer to their destination, questions loom large: What new threats lie ahead? Can they secure enough food to sustain the group? And will they find a city still standing, or will their expedition prove futile?Prepare for an edge-of-your-seat adventure that explores the limits of human endurance and the bonds that tie us together in times of crisis.
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Claire’s Spectacular Socks
Claire’s Spectacular Socks is a whimsical tale of Claire, a spirited girl who defies convention and embraced her love for socks. Refusing to hide her beloved footwear, Claire embarks on a colourful adventure to design the most extraordinary socks imaginable.With a heart full of passion and a brush in hand, she dyes, paints, and bedazzles her socks with vibrant hues, sparkling glitter, and enchanting designs…This delightful story celebrates the power of imagination, encouraging children to unleash their creative spirits and find joy in exploring the endless possibilities of their imagination.
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Selon
Selon by Steffen Phillip unveils a compelling tapestry of ancient legends, mystic destinies, and human struggles. In a sweeping saga that crosses centuries, we follow Selon Duradal, a descendant of the enigmatic Guanches, from his secluded life in France as a Druid of the Haedus tribe to the tumultuous events leading up to a pivotal confrontation with Rome. With a narrative rich in historical depth and mystical allure, Phillip crafts a world where swords forged from Damascus steel, secret languages, and ancient rites shape the destiny of a man caught between the love for his heritage and the brutal realities of a world on the brink of transformation.Selon’s journey from the tragic loss of his father to becoming Duradal, ‘the enduring one,’ is a testament to the enduring spirit of those who seek to preserve their identity amidst the ravages of time and conquest. As he navigates the complexities of allegiance, love, and the stark choices wrought by war, Selon embodies the eternal conflict between the preservation of the old ways and the inexorable march of progress.
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Songs for the Soul
‘It is a song which illustrates the bittersweet paradox between distance and closeness. Paul McCartney recognised immediately the religious connotations of the song. The words of the song speak of a mother’s watching presence, a comforter of the broken hearted people of the world whose advice is to wait, to trust, and to believe that everything will come right in the end.’– Ivor Moody on ‘Let it Be’.Songs for the Soul is a collection of musical musings and discussions from author Ivor Moody. In this book, Moody discusses his own interpretations of popular songs by the likes of The Beatles, Bob Dylan and Simon & Garfunkel.Moody sees popular music as a natural extension of his own spirituality and writes that each of the six songs featured in this book contains, “a treasury of blessings.” He argues that whilst the songs are in fact secular they should not be dismissed or condemned, rather, they are open to spiritual interpretation. That music and the personal meanings we take from it should be incorporated into our everyday worship. ‘From ‘Message in a Bottle’ to ‘Let it Be’, Ivor Moody opens up the deepest messages, and lets these old songs be something new in the minds of the reader. Moving seamlessly from Sting to George Herbert, From Nina Simone to St. Paul he finds the hidden treasures and the spiritual nourishment nestled and embedded in popular song and links them to the great themes of scripture and the great spiritual writings of the past.’ – Revd Dr. Malcolm Guite.
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The Witch with the "Go Faster Sticker"
A young boy’s life takes a thrilling turn when he encounters a wicked witch and steals the ‘go faster sticker’ from her broom, rendering it unable to reach high speeds.Determined to retrieve her sticker, the witch unleashes her magical powers and special abilities to hunt down the boy.With the help of his friends, can the young hero outsmart the witch and keep the sticker out of her grasp?
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All That Glisters
Once again Alistair Devenish is involved in a cross-Channel chase following the heist of valuable bronzes from a church outside Milan. Sold at auction, these have vanished before the new owner could pick them up. A whisper tells him that they have been taken abroad perhaps via a yacht berthed in Monaco, Alistair picks up the chase. He must interview people in Milan but the chief suspect has vanished. The old curate at the church is feeble and frail; does he know more than he is letting on?Alistair’s exotic French fiancée, Isabelle, arrives in Monaco for the weekend. Out for a walk in the harbour, she mistakenly goes on board the huge yacht which Al has spoken so much about. The yacht leaves, she panics and hides on board; in the same space, is an Italian secret police man who has stumbled on a few of the bronzes; both their phones die after a few scrambled words; what to do?Alistair learns in Milan that the old curate, together with a young man, have left for Genoa to rendezvous with the yacht, taking sacks of apparently heavy goods. He races to the Port at Genoa and with the Italian maritime police they pursue the yacht to sea.Finally, caught out at sea and held to account, the bronzes on board are recovered but are they the bronzes? Not what they seem; one of them leaks a substance; what is it?
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Alex Valentine: Die by the Sword
The authorities are dead, the allies fractured, Alex and Ira divided, Argon is mortally wounded.There is no denying it now – they are at war.There is no going back; any hope of a truce is off the table and Alex is to blame.However, determined to end the war once and for all, one way or another, Alex, Ira and their allies are forced to cast grievances aside.And, unfortunately, they need Argon. In order to destroy the First, they need to work together.However, in order to destroy the First, Alex is forced to go further than ever before – perhaps too far this time.But, if the Midnight Children defeat the First what will become of them? Is it a chance they must take for the sake of the clans? Should they risk their lives and become the sacrifice the prophecy promised?Or, does Argon have something else in store?
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