Recommended Reads
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The Power of the Altar
Not all altars are equal; some surpass others in power. When a priest dedicates an altar to God, it becomes immensely powerful, as King Solomon demonstrated in his time (1 Kings 8:23-53).
The altar holds dominion over the stars. By receiving a star, a person gains a unique spirit that shapes their identity. The altar of Samuel transferred the star of leadership from Saul to David through sacrifice (1 Samuel 16:13). Losing one’s star leaves a person spiritually empty, for it is the spirit that defines who we are.
With clarity and precision, the author explores the significance of prayer, fasting, sacrifice, the star, the spirit, and the meanings of dreams and visions. This book provides valuable insights for spiritual growth.
Intended for all readers, it offers foundational wisdom for beginners while also containing deeper insights for those more spiritually advanced.
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Cuckoo at the Stag's Head
The lads at the Stag’s Head are eager to stage a fishing competition, but there’s one problem – local businessman Tony Bart owns the fishing rights to that stretch of the Wye.
Tony agrees to let the event go ahead, but not without a price – he wants a share of the business. Now, the lads have a new challenge on their hands: how to deal with the cuckoo in the nest.
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How the Pendulum Swings: A Diary of Madness
A collection of memories, the thoughts that keep you awake at night. The sights and sounds that ensnare your senses, dragging you deeper into the madness – whatever you choose to call it, this is Carrie’s story, my story. For years these stories dug their claws into me, their weight heavy on my heart. The pieces and parts unpolished, hiding in journals and notebooks. It is time to finally tell her story.
This story begins by unravelling the past, trying to make sense of events that a once young mind couldn’t fully grasp. The harsh events and moments that formed and moulded the mind of a woman unleashed upon the world. A woman unsure of herself, unsure of the true depths of her resilience and power- this is the story of growth and love, of love and loss. Of being lost and finding oneself in the shadows of reality.
We follow Carrie and her story from the child whose core sense of self was fragmented and inevitably lost, to the woman perpetually on the run, and to every beautiful moment and lesson that life had to offer in between.
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Distant Shores – Remembering
Since 2016, when I started writing poetry about my journey with Dementia, I have come to realise that poetry is not only extremely cathartic, but truly like ‘chicken soup for the soul’. Poetry allows us to connect with the world around us and express ourselves in a unique way that can be both soothing and healing.
My journey with Dementia from start to finish, was full of such mixed emotions, tears and laughter, and I soon realised the importance of a sense of humour! Whilst written from a personal perspective, I hope that anyone who has been affected by dementia, whether as a loved one, friend or carer will be able to identify in some way with each poem.
The path for all concerned when a loved one is diagnosed with this devastating disease, is extremely difficult and challenging. In many cases, as I experienced firsthand, losing your loved one, even though the person is still here, can be the hardest part – but please know if you are reading this that you are not alone!
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Old Big Ears
The Champions League is dead. Long live the Champions League!
When Nigerian striker Daniel Amokachi scored for Club Brugge in November 1992, he ignited not just a match but a revolution—the birth of European football’s new commercial era. Belgian coach Raymond Goethals promptly led Olympique Marseille to claim the inaugural title.
From these origins emerged the world’s premier football league. Broadcast rights now command astronomical sums across continents, shifting football’s epicentre from international tournaments to the Champions League stage, featuring giants like Chelsea FC, Liverpool FC, Manchester United, Manchester City, Barcelona, and Real Madrid.
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Indy and the Bog Monster
Indy and Mr Jones are enjoying a peaceful break in the countryside when suddenly Indy disappears, and Mr Jones comes face-to-face with a Bog Monster.
Can Mr Jones find Indy, and save himself from the jaws of the swampy menace before it’s too late?
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The Cost of Truth
Finding herself under constant surveillance with repeated attempts upon her life, Thea Mar realizes that she has been outfitted with a tracking device that allows the government to pinpoint her location at every second and target her for torture and death. She has been secretly declared to be a domestic terrorist and targeted for criticizing the US government. Thus begins Thea’s trek through six countries to find and remove a microchip that was secretly inserted into her body before it kills her.
This story comes close to the author’s real life and has strong similarities to the experience of the former US Senate staffer who accused President Biden of sexual assault and fled to Russia for asylum in 2023.
The Cost of Truth draws from Packer’s diplomatic and congressional staffer roles, offering a disturbing picture of the roles of the key government agencies in protecting the image of the United States. The novel unveils the contradictions and abuses prevalent today, where the freedom of expression rights, guaranteed by the US Constitution, come into conflict with perceived dissent by the guardian agencies and the ramifications for the canceled.
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In My Mind
In My Mind is a powerful poetry collection that cuts to the core of human experience. H. J. Kelly tackles love, loss, and identity with raw honesty, inviting readers into a world shaped by trauma and healing.
With every verse, readers are invited into the poet’s journey through the scars of strained familial relationships, the lingering pain of childhood wounds, and the ongoing struggle with self-worth.
This collection serves as both a mirror for those who see themselves in its words and a beacon of hope for those searching for understanding and connection.
Prepare to be moved, challenged, and inspired by this unforgettable anthology that dares to expose the depths of human vulnerability and strength.
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Under the Heartbreak
Olive Fitzgerald is no stranger to a broken heart. She was left devastated when fate destroyed her chance at a happily ever after.
Tyler Saunders was betrayed by the fiancée he was planning a wedding with. This twist in his fate led him to move in with Olive as her lodger, just days before a national lockdown started, forcing them together, alone and cut off from other people.
Amidst the solitude, their friendship blossomed, deepening in the years that followed.
As Olive and Tyler tentatively re-enter the dating scene, they cheer each other on. Olive’s new boyfriend, Blake, is a sexy, free-spirited musician. Tyler’s girlfriend, Harriet, seems perfect—yet something about her leaves Olive feeling like she’s swimming with sharks.
When mutual friends Becky and Leo announce their engagement, Olive and Tyler dive into wedding preparations. But as Olive strives to create the perfect day for those she loves, an unexpected face from her past resurfaces, reopening old wounds. Now, she must confront the pain she thought she’d buried and ask herself: Can a broken heart ever truly heal?
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In the Company of Demons
Everyone has them. Some are more dangerous than others. Some should never emerge to see the light of day – yet they lurk, poised to pounce on the unwary.
It is a dark autumn evening. Dusk is falling over a busy stretch of motorway when a reluctant traffic jam forms. This is an ordinary road, a normal – if frustrating – snarl of congestion. It is no place for demons. And yet, in the stillness, they thrive.
Living in the spaces created by stasis, they go unnoticed. The travellers, lost in thought, remain unaware of the true danger that lurks among them – something ancient, something waiting… something that dwells in their midst.
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See Joe Fly
Joe Little, an unambitious insurance clerk and henpecked husband, is unnerved to discover that, overnight, he has developed the ability to fly. His new skill enables him to observe the contradictions, excitements and mysteries of life in 1950s England. Joined by Audrey Hepburn look-alike Felicity Moon, who, to escape domestic abuse, is skilled in vanishing from sight, he embarks upon a crime spree that staggers England's middle classes and enrages the forces of law and order. The book is a delight to those who enjoy extreme nostalgia.
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Temple – County Lines
DI Donovan Temple knows the Severn Valley hides secrets. But this? A string of brutal crimes, each more chilling than the last. The culprits? Simon and Jimi, ruthless enforcers for a shadowy organised crime group.
Temple’s investigation pulls him deeper into a web of violence and corruption. Every clue leads to more questions. Every step closer to the truth puts him in greater danger.
The clock is ticking. The stakes are rising. And Temple? He’s running out of time.
Temple County Lines is a gripping crime thriller where loyalty is tested, justice is elusive, and the line between right and wrong blurs. Can Temple stop the OCG before they strike again? Or will the valley’s dark secrets bury him first?
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