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1589 – The English Armada and the Fortunes of Don Antonio
Everything was set to deliver a body blow to Spain after the defeat of ‘The Invincible Armada’ in 1588. With aid anticipated from Turkey, Morocco and Holland, and the French looking on with interest, the English Armada, with Sir Francis Drake as its admiral and Sir John Norris as commander-in-chief of the land forces, on Queen Elizabeth’s instructions, was to assist the people of Portugal to rebel against their Spanish overlords, and to place on the throne Don Antonio, Prior of Crato, as King Antony the First of Portugal.That was the plan, and on the 28th of April 1589 the fleet set sail.A note about the cover illustrations:The background shows 16th century Lisbon with the River Tagus in the foreground, the portraits are of the main participants, Queen Elizabeth I of England, King Philip II of Spain, Sir John Norris, Sir Francis Drake, and in the centre, Don Antonio, Prior of Crato.
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Lakewood
In March 1926, Sam and Sally received a letter from a lawyer inviting them to attend an urgent meeting. They were shocked to find they had been left a thousand-acre estate. The mystery was that they had never met the man who bequeathed them the estate known as Lakewood, and that his son had been disinherited.The estate was deserted when they first visited it, since all the staff had been dismissed, but Sam and Sally resolved to try to rebuild it. The mystery as to why they had been left the estate is gradually revealed. Whilst struggling to run the estate, they met characters such as Rudge, their handyman; Tansy, the visiting gypsy; Agatha, the village witch who sold herbal cures; and Joe Button, who led a mysterious double life.Their optimism was shattered when they received a summons; the son was challenging the will. The stressful but sometimes humorous proceedings would determine whether they would be able to continue rebuilding the estate or be ruined. With everything at stake, Sam and Sally must navigate the complex web of secrets and alliances surrounding Lakewood to uncover the truth behind their inheritance and secure their future at the estate.
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Gray's Crossing
On a chilly, peaceful morning in 1964, Brady and Truman set out on a casual fishing trip at Old Man Gray’s pond, unaware that the day would take a life-altering turn. In the small Southern town of Alabama, where harmony is a façade, the boys find themselves grappling with the murky waters of injustice and the evil that lurks beneath the surface.As they navigate the treacherous path of defying the status quo, Brady and Truman seek unexpected allies to help them understand the harsh realities they face. But their determination to push boundaries exposes them to more than just racial injustice, and they soon find themselves in over their heads.With their childhood innocence slipping away and the pressures of their small town threatening to tear them apart, the boys are left questioning the strength of their friendship and the trustworthiness of those around them. In this coming-of-age story set in Gray’s Crossing, not everything is as it seems, and Brady and Truman must decide whether they can rely on each other or succumb to the forces that seek to divide them.
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Friends
The snail wants to be a writer, but he doesn’t know what to write about.
The lizard, the toad and the turtle try to help him by telling a lot of stories.
Will the snail find inspiration?
What if we tell you that it’s because of his friends that the snail will overcome his fears and fight for his dreams?
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Beyond the Time Frame
Roman, a young man, finds out how to travel back in time through a movable wooden doorframe. The frame works as a time portal when electric current is applied to the copper coils that run along the sides of the frame. Roman decides to use this as a way to get rid of the gangsters who killed his father, by luring them into the frame and then sending them into the past and leaving them there. However, things are not as simple as they seem, as each of the men end up in different historical periods, but alter history, as they try to return to the present. This is a sometimes funny story of some violent men, who have to face a twenty-one-year-old computer technician, as well as compete to be the best in their own world of drug trafficking and ruthless, treacherous and dishonest criminal activity.
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Tom and Maisie
Twins Tom and Maisie are starting a new school in Year 8, not long after the death of their beloved mum. Life has not been easy for them; they cannot rely on each other all the time. Can they help their dad manage the house? Will Tom find a friend who loves football and Liverpool as much as he does? Will he be able to get in the school team? Will Maisie be able to display her acting talents and get a good part in a school play? Where will they find happiness? Find out what lies ahead for them in the coming year.
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Dark Resurgence
Now a qualified lawyer, Adam Cameron’s future remains uncertain until an old friend invites him to England where strange events are afoot. What’s the story behind the new vicar at St. Patrick’s, the enigmatic Reverend Theodore Blount? Why is Halfway Manor suddenly barricaded and guarded?As Adam investigates with his friend, their inquiry spans Switzerland as they uncover clues surrounding Adam’s family and their allies. They search for answers in the wake of the mountains’ puzzling decimation, seeking to solve the village’s destruction.Shrouded in mystery: the antidote to the Count’s Revenge, the fates of Villette and Sara, the church remaining unscathed. Were the Man in Black and the Nuns real? Adam is driven to find the truth behind it all.
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Clerk
The world we perceive is but a fraction of what truly exists. The most significant events transpire at the boundary between two realms: the visible and the invisible. These worlds intersect within the human soul, where a relentless battle for dominion rages until one emerges victorious. To triumph, one must recognize the enemy: a cunning and devious spirit, willing to employ any means necessary to satisfy its own ambitions. This entity seeks to advance its status within its own realm, exploiting human beings as mere instruments to achieve its nefarious goals. Most crucially, the enemy selects its victims with deliberate intent, a fact that illuminates much about their lives. In this timeless struggle, the specifics of time and place are rendered insignificant.
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The Roadside Fairies – Book 2
Living along side of us for many years, the Roadside Fairy dwellings are always situated close by roads, motorways and paths, hidden from sight using their magic to stay secret. Their main role is assisting, protecting and healing the creatures of the lands great and small.All of the Roadside Fairies have to be rejuvenated to prolong their life and magical abilities, this is done by using spells and incantations from the sacred book of The Elders. Rejuvenation ceremonies always take place at special times of the year, they understand the astral and lunar powers that intensify the magic they use.A Great Elder Simone who lives in Australia is travelling to the Greenwood dwelling for her 100-year rejuvenation ceremony, a cause for great celebration where Roadside Fairies will travel from all parts of the world to be present. Dark energy begins to flow with the creatures of Greenwood Forest feeling unnerved, are their friends in danger?
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A Book of Stories
In this captivating collection of short stories, Michael D. Stansbie takes readers on a thrilling journey across various genres and settings. From the dusty outback of Australia to the farthest reaches of the galaxy, these tales are woven together by the common threads of adventure, intrigue, and the indomitable human spirit.Meet a diverse cast of characters as they navigate the challenges of their worlds: a lady school teacher who defies expectations in rural Queensland, a pirate queen seeking to reclaim her lost treasure, a bandit couple turning the tables on a greedy bank, a daring ship captain rescuing a damsel in distress, a young space traveller on a quest to save her parents’ legacy, and a mysterious woman exacting her own brand of justice on the highways of Australia. Through each story, Stansbie explores the depths of human nature, the bonds of friendship and love, and the eternal struggle between good and evil.
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God
Have you ever pondered the existence of God? It’s a question that has crossed everyone’s mind at some point. Whether you are a faithful believer, harbor doubts about religion, or feel that the answer is unknowable, this book offers a thought-provoking perspective. The author shares his personal testimony of being saved by God, suggesting that science alone cannot provide all the answers, especially when it comes to the fundamental question of ‘why.’Throughout the book, the author introduces profound concepts such as the origin of all things and the knowledge of heaven. He asserts that evidence of God can be found within oneself and that reaching out to Him is possible. The author argues that you, as a creation of God, hold the key to understanding His existence. It seems implausible that the most profound emotions and experiences we possess are merely an illusion.The book challenges the notion that the theory of evolution can dismiss the existence of God, pointing out its inherent flaws. It suggests that the higher state of human consciousness endures beyond the physical realm. Furthermore, the author presents a compelling vision for the future of our species, offering hope and purpose.If you’ve ever grappled with the question of God’s existence, this book provides a fresh and thought-provoking perspective that may just reshape your understanding of life’s greatest mysteries.
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Fragments of a Life
A successful, popular man; a broken childhood sends the course of Peter Brooke’s life into a downward spiral when, at the end of his life, he finds himself rejected and alone.Only one woman has the power to help him.Who is she?What part did she play in Peter’s life?What is the bond between them?Will Peter ever find the peace he has struggled all his life to secure, or will he forever be tortured by his demons?
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