Wigan Road

If you have been employed or are thinking of a life in property, then this book will give you an insight into how challenging and exciting a career could await you in so many different spheres: in public service with local authorities, the cooperative movement and the private sector. You will need to be ambitious, a good communicator and able to be adaptable. Fortune will then follow the brave!

Walking Without Shoelaces

In the months leading up to her nervous breakdown and subsequent admission to a French psychiatric facility, Céline often flippantly remarked, ‘This job is going to kill me.’ Some nearby would agree, ‘You might be right,’ but the universe responded definitively, ‘You are absolutely right.’

Céline no longer wants to be praised for how well she took life’s punches or how quickly she got back up. She no longer seeks applause for her strength, nor does she wish to display her bruises like medals, getting up again and again. Now, she craves a place where she can be fragile, vulnerable, and seen – where simply being is enough. She knows she is enough, and she is done with taking punches and smiling through them.

Walking Without Shoelaces, the first book in ‘The Walking Trilogy’, is a candid account of how to rebuild a life after a major mental breakdown. Céline invites you to journey alongside her, and perhaps, you too have walked a similar path.

The Elements of Excellence

The Elements of Excellence is a series of poems; a source of motivation and guidance, borne from many years of someone trying to write something that can help people all over the world.At first, the author didn’t know how he was going to do this, but as he wrote more about different virtues and what they meant to him, he realised that he wanted to help others do three things: achieve their goals, be good human beings, and find happiness, no matter their situation, state of mind, or aspect of life they wished to grow or achieve in. For him, doing all three is excellence, and he was sure that anyone can do these consistently, as long as they knew how.Concise and easy to read, this is different from the usual self-help book. Poetry can resonate with people beautifully, and if it helped the author, a person with modest education in writing and literature, to realise one of his goals in publishing this type of book, it can surely help others in profound and spectacular ways.

Leopy to the Rescue

What would you do if a good friend suddenly disappeared?

When Leopy’s dear friend, Testudo the tortoise, goes missing, Leopy and his friend Rainbow are determined to find him. Along the way, they gather a group of friends who help them track down Testudo and rescue him from a dangerous criminal. Follow Leopy and Rainbow on their thrilling adventure as a vital clue from a tattooist leads them – and the police – to the hideout where Testudo and some captive turtles are being held.

Discover why Testudo and the others were kidnapped, and join Leopy as he celebrates Testudo’s joyous return on a very special day.

Some Grandparents

We can’t have grandkids without grandparents!

Some of our favourite memories in life include our grandparents. This book will take us on a journey through some magical, fun and exciting times, celebrating the bond between grandparents and grandchildren. This book also takes us on the journey of some of the sad and unforgettable moments too.

We will go on an adventure through the highs and lows for grandkids to create life lessons and memories in which that will stand the test of time and help children of all ages understand their grandparents a little more.

Bill the Burglar

How would you react if you were to witness a crime occurring right in front of you? This is the dilemma facing Albert in this my third story about a boy growing up in Lancashire.

Incidentally, do you know how Albert came by the surname ‘Ramsbottom?’ An ancestor was probably a foundling, given the name of the place he lived – in this case Ramsbottom in Lancashire. The name derives from wild garlic or ramm growing in the valley bottom. So, nothing sheepish about Albert then. See how he fares in this brush with crime.

Tsunami Terror

When a fearsome tsunami hits the holiday island of Phuket, Thailand, a married couple must face the effects of the terrible wave on their children and their lives. He is the general manager of a local luxury hotel, and she is a successful author, but neither of them is prepared for the tragedy of losing both of their children in a freak wave.

The disaster is eventually recognized as the greatest death-dealing event in recent times; and the rest of the world hurries to provide relief aid to a stricken South-east Asia. Even so, this is not enough to provide comfort for the families of the nearly three hundred thousand dead and many injured victims.

During the weeks following the tragedy, there are successes and failures, but the future appears to hold a bright promise, until a cataclysmic event overturns the family’s plans.

Karla's Story

Karla Roberts is a girl who is unlucky in love, unable to find someone to share her life with. An American man, Nathan, rescues her from an unpleasant situation. They form an instant bond and are both what the other has been looking for. They fall deeply in love and both experience a depth of passion that they never thought they could have. But as their love deepens, his dark past slowly emerges, something that he thought he had left behind and is desperate to keep from her.

They play a sex game that goes badly wrong, abruptly revealing the hidden side of his personality, almost destroying their relationship. Karla works hard to rebuild their life together, but events unfold that bring back his former violent, misogynistic personality.

It is a story of love, passion, lust, regret, remorse, forgiveness and redemption. It has very strong adult themes throughout and descriptions of sexual violence.

Alfie

Join the charming and lively Alfie, a frog with a taste for peanut butter, on his whimsical escapades that will warm your heart and tickle your funny bone.

Join Alfie as he spreads joy, finds unexpected friendships, and discovers that sometimes, the most enchanting surprises are just around the corner.

A delightful tale of friendship, kindness, and the joy of sharing, Alfie’s adventures will delight readers of all ages.

The Wake

The characters in this book are inspired by a mix of people I’ve encountered – some from my local community, and others from personal and professional experiences.

My aim is to bring a smile to your face as you follow their amusing adventures.

Even in life’s tougher moments, this collection offers a lighthearted perspective, inviting readers to find humor amid the challenges.

The Adventures of Osmin

A high-wire walker’s life is shattered when a devastating accident leaves him disabled. Seeking anonymity and escape, he takes a job in the olive groves of Greece, far from the world he once knew.One day, a small stray puppy follows him home. He adopts the dog, naming him Osmin, and the two form an inseparable bond. To make ends meet, he begins busking on the streets with Osmin by his side.Their unique act catches the eye of a talent scout, landing them a spot on a popular talent show. With his past skills and Osmin’s charming tricks, their performance becomes an instant sensation, going viral on YouTube and capturing hearts worldwide.From despair to newfound purpose, his life is transformed in ways he could never have imagined.

The Boy and his Sailboat

One day, a boy builds a sailboat and is thrilled with his creation. He takes it to the lake to see it in action, but an unexpected adventure begins when his beloved sailboat sails swiftly across the water, beyond his reach. How will he find his sailboat again? To discover the answer, you’ll have to read the book!