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The Abandoned Shoe
Have you ever travelled in a car and noticed the abandoned shoes lying on the side of the road and wondered where they came from?This little rhyme takes an amusing look at this phenomenon and questions who would throw just one shoe away and why.
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The Bramante Code and the ‘Hexagon’ Secret Society
In a couple of remote Italian locations, a copy of Leonardo’s secret Codex gets hidden for centuries, until it comes into the possession (around the early 40s) of a certain Government.
Bramante, in his Tempietto, hosted the meetings of the hexagon secret society. He was not in friendly terms with Michelangelo. Other enlightened architects, such as Palladio and Borromini, also initiated to the Society’s secrets thanks to the mysterious symbols left by the clever architect sculpted on the Tempietto, that they both managed to decode, were more fearful about the future – and therefore diligently visited the Tempietto’s cripta and adhered to the Society’s protocol… it all had to do with the hexagon on Saturn’s pole, that also Galileo had seen on Saturn’s pole in his days, but had kept it a secret not wanting to end up burnt at the stake like Giordano Bruno.
Of course, in those days humans didn’t realise one could travel faster than light, be in more places than one at once, allowing them to time-travel. San Pietro in Montorio’s Tempietto was thought to be the place where the Hexagon “Headquarters” could be reached...
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Baby Swallow
There is a Turkish island called Bozcaada in the Aegean Sea. Our story of a baby swallow takes place there. Her name is Eke. She has left the nest earlier than planned and got stuck in a narrow backstreet on the island. She is unable to fly. Her parents are with her and trying to persuade her to fly. Her brother is looking for her everywhere on the island. While they were thinking that the island was a heaven for them, they found themselves all of a sudden in big trouble.
We will see what’s happening to Eke throughout the book. Will she be able to fly to join her family? How about the island cats? Did they hear that there was a little bird in their reach? What are her parents doing to help her? How is she feeling?
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The Rendezvous
In the intricate dance of love, ambition, and betrayal, The Rendezvous follows Edward, a driven architect balancing the demands of his career and his tumultuous relationship with Jennifer. As their romance falters, Jennifer embarks on a journey of self-discovery, finding solace and passion in unexpected places. Meanwhile, Edward’s life intertwines with Katie, a spirited American makeup artist, sparking a whirlwind of emotions and revelations that challenge them both.
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Be Our Voice
Art is not something you do, but rather the lens through which you choose to look at life around you. Everything can become art. Everything is art. It is a creation, a ‘something’ which transpired from nothing. The nature which surrounds us and the people with whom we share our planet have all co-created our collective experience which we call life. We are all artists of our own creation. Whether or not we are any good is irrelevant. The beauty of art is subjective and cannot be classified on a scale of good and bad. What matters is the magical thing which occurs when we allow ourselves to surrender to our creative flow, and disconnect from the crippling perception of perfectionism. Just let it go. Allow yourself to play. Allow your mind to wander and explore. Become aware of the beauty of life in your daily tasks, because it exists everywhere and in everything. Remember, you are the greatest artist of your own creation, a vessel to experience and create. You are a continuation of the never-ending process of life.
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The Broken Balalaika
Louisa Bennett, a ship’s photographer, meets the handsome Ukrainian electrician and balalaika player, Gennadi Potenko, at a Russian crew party aboard the M.S. Ukraina in 1981. These are Cold War times, and any close contact between Eastern and Western crew members is strictly forbidden.After an evening of music and vodka, Louisa wakes the next morning with a massive hangover and no memory of how she returned to her cabin. But a pink rose by her bed gives her a clue. Ignoring the advice of her colleague Dermot to adhere to Soviet regulations, Louisa embarks on a series of tempting encounters ashore with Gennadi, leading to an illicit, secret love affair.Inevitably, they are discovered and brutally separated, with severe consequences. Louisa fears Gennadi will face further punishment upon his return to the Soviet Union. With the help of Dermot and his fiancée, Katya, she decides to fly to Odessa and search for Gennadi. Perhaps she can save him – and uncover the truth about his secret past.
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Cuddles the Magic Puppy
Cuddles the Magic Puppy is one of five puppies who share a basket in a nice house where they live with their Mum and Dad.
But Cuddles is a very special little dog. When he wags his tail very hard, coloured sparks fly out and anything he wishes for comes true! This story tells of one such time when his magic tail came in very useful!
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Oh Carole
This is a non-fiction love story with a tragic end, played out in the 1960s and 70s in Worcestershire, on the Hampshire-Surrey border, in the old county of Huntingdonshire and in Wiltshire.
On the way, the author sheds light on the Worcester of their courtship in the early 1960s with its pubs, coffee bars, new innovative Chinese and Indian restaurants, funfairs, a jazz club, concerts at the Gaumont Cinema and the Victor Sylvester Dance Studio free sessions on Friday nights, as well as the Cambridge of the mid-1970s and its noted resident Syd Barrett.
The author is not immune to getting sidetracked into waxing lyrical about his other main interests: music and cars.
Carole, with her quirky, childlike personality and lilting West Country banter, could turn any situation into a joyous, enchanting memory, and the author has tried to reflect this in her story. She had her own unique way of dealing with life’s challenges, like marriage, cooking, childbirth, motherhood, her husband’s “career moves” from one end of the country to the other, driving lessons, learning to swim, DIY, and being a parish councillor.
In meeting her final daunting challenge, she showed great fortitude, courage and consideration for others.
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Engagement
Engagement is a biography/novel spanning two generations of a family bound by a shared commitment to improving the lives and livelihoods of poor families and communities in developing countries, though their paths differed greatly. The story opens with the meeting of Joan, an English artist and teacher, and Ion, an Irish magistrate and judge, at an official reception held in Kingston by the colonial Governor-General of Jamaica to celebrate the coronation of King George VI in 1937.
This introduction is followed by accounts of their lives and work in Jamaica, as well as the international commitments and complexities of their sons’ careers: one, a multicultural secular architect, scholar, and policy adviser; the other, a devoted evangelist and educational entrepreneur working with poor children in marginalized urban communities.
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Counting Beagles
A rhyming counting book for ages 0-10, all about beagles and what they like to do.
Anyone who has met a Beagle will know the funny things they do. If you don’t, count along with this book to discover the entertaining things they get up to.
Beagles are a crazy but delightful breed of dog, certain to make you laugh or put a smile on your face.
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Teddy and the Spider
Teddy faces a daunting challenge: a parachute jump from an impossibly high tower. Fear grips him, and he wonders if he can ever find the courage to take the leap.
But then, Teddy meets a surprising new friend: a clever spider who offers guidance and encouragement.
What will happen on Teddy’s journey? Will he discover the bravery within himself to overcome his fear and make the jump?
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Rising from the Shadows
In this powerful and deeply personal memoir, Billy Smith shares the remarkable story of his spiritual awakening – a journey from the depths of depression to the light of faith. Struggling with feelings of hopelessness and a loss of purpose, Billy’s life was transformed when he embraced God’s love and guidance. Through his journey of healing and self-discovery, Billy learned that faith isn’t just a belief; it’s a source of strength, hope, and renewal.
As a devoted father and church volunteer, Billy now seeks to inspire others by sharing his testimony of overcoming life’s darkest moments. His story is a testament to the transformative power of love, forgiveness, and the belief that no one is beyond redemption. With honesty and vulnerability, Billy invites readers to reflect on their own lives, find their own spiritual path, and embrace the healing power of faith.
Rising From the Shadows is more than just a story, it’s a call to those who are searching for hope, those battling adversity, and those looking for a deeper connection with God. This memoir is a beacon of hope for anyone who believes that transformation is possible, no matter the obstacles.
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