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The Rainbow Fairies of Bluebell Woods
Welcome to the magical world of the rainbow fairies who live in Bluebell Woods.Follow their adventures through the four seasons: Rose, Lily, Daffodil, Ivy, Bluebell, Indigo and Violet, and the mischievous Belladonna and Laurel.Meet the creatures who live in the woods: Shelly the snail, Ziggy the spider, Lola the ladybird and loads more.
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The Reaper Comes in Black
Embark on a gripping journey in The Reaper Comes in Black as Yamato and his classmates face a tragic accident that claims their lives. Amidst the chaos, Yamato finds himself lingering between life and death, encountering a ghost just moments before his final breath. However, when he awakens, he is greeted by church walls that confine him, and a mysterious man steps forward, uttering a chilling ‘Welcome’.This captivating tale explores the themes of love, loyalty, and adventure, but it delves deeper into the unpredictable nature of life. A single mistake can irrevocably change everything, leaving Yamato and the readers questioning who can be trusted and who must be challenged. As secrets unravel and allegiances are tested, the true nature of those around Yamato becomes uncertain, and the line between friend and foe blurs.
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The Resurrection
World-renowned scientist and Nobel laureate, Sir Francis MacLeod, is about to make a startling revelation – a revelation that would challenge everything scientists have thought about DNA – when he suddenly collapses.What happens next is a bizarre chain of events that puts science and religion on a collision course and spurs an international murder investigation.Set in Cambridge in the mid-2020s, The Resurrection is a fast-paced mystery thriller that exposes the inner workings of the Catholic Church, corruption within the pharmaceutical industry and proposes answers to some of mankind’s most profound questions.
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The Santanalyse Ring
Elkthomos lived in Artonia, a planet in a parallel universe to Earth. Sadly, there was much violence and suffering between the people there. The only way to regain peace was by finding the Santanalyse Ring, known for its magical pacifying power. The ring had been stolen from Artonia light years earlier, and taken to the Earth. It was because of this that the bloodshed between the people there had begun and indeed on earth also.As a judiciary member in the Artonian High Court, Elkthomos was one of the few who knew the ring's whereabouts, within the catacombs of Rome on Earth. Because of his unique abilities as a warrior, to win war without taking life, the judiciary commissioned Elkthomos with the mission of finding it. In accepting, Elkthomos was placing himself in the gravest of dangers. But, with his skill, he knew that he was the only Artonian who may have a chance of restoring peace amongst his people.
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The Secret Files of Phineas Foster
Almost thirteen-year-old Gabriel Marx struggles with just about everything, from school, to relationships, to navigating his divorced parents. He arrives in New York City for his annual summer visit with his attorney father who finds himself caught up in the mystery surrounding the murder of one of his clients. It is not long before Gabe finds himself smack in the middle of the intrigue and more determined than ever to prove himself to his dad.Gabe encounters various players in the unraveling mystery, learns to trust the friendship of eleven-year-old Alex, and that of the renowned, but now discredited, Professor Phineas Foster. Twists and turns and seeming coincidences reveal previously unknown family history and harrowing choices for Gabe.Will the children solve the murder? Will their determination lead to the truth? Will the professor be vindicated? Will the scoundrels who sought to corrupt the professor’s lifelong work be brought to justice?
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The Shortbread Tales
The recipe: the rich mixture of stories that comprise The Shortbread Tales brings the reader face to face with a diversity of yarns, covering encounters with the SAS in Borneo, robberies, horse racing, financial escapades and ghostly experiences. The locations are as varied as the subject matter: from South Shields to the South Seas. All the short stories have the cachet of being true, or taken with a pinch of salt; the majority were experienced first-hand by the author. A vital ingredient is comedy. The stories recognize and amplify the funny side of life, they are devoid of social comment. Instead they aim to uplift the spirit through humour. The twenty tales comprise quick, easy and rewarding reads, with which people of all ages, can readily relate. The Shortbread Tales provide ideal bedtime reads, travelling material, or waiting room companions. They are delivered with insight, and are well-crafted to entertain and amuse the reader. Cook’s tip: perfect for reading on a tea break. Serve with a cuppa and a shortbread biscuit. Bon appétit!
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The Smallest Show on Earth
From the 60s through to the present day Patrick Church has worked in the cinema from Peterborough through to Bury St Edmunds. In The Smallest Show on Earth he takes us through that experience in an autobiography that draws the reader into the trials and joys of a being a projectionist screening blockbusters like ‘Jaws' and a curious period of Indian films where half the time is spent splicing the films back together.The role of projectionist was always a low paid, but with the advent of TV and bingo and other demands on people's time it also became a precarious one as the decades rolled by. Sometimes Patrick had to plead his case as cinemas changed hands from ABC, to Odeon and bingo conglomerates, just to keep his job going and the buildings in operation. The fact that he succeeded is testament to his love for cinema and this passion shines through in this engaging book.
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The Snow Dome and the Secret Storey
Have you ever gazed into a snow dome and wondered what it would be like if the world inside was real? Well, 12-year-olds, Ali Wiseman and James Newman, don’t have to wonder. For when they stumble across a secret storey of Rose Cottage, they discover a magical snow dome and are swirled into the world within. In their new roles as seer and seeker, they set out on a quest to stand in the path of darkness and to solve the mystery of the missing Emily Rose. Their choices lead them to far off and mysterious lands where their adventures are only just beginning…
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The Soul of a House: Adventures in Building an Antique Retirement Account
Antiques aren't for everyone but Arthur Vanderbilt's enthusiasm in The Soul of a House makes it seem like they absolutely should be. A nineteenth century clipper on a rough sea, a Chinese vase, a knickknacks box, a Hepplewhite, who knows what can be found in an old money American country house when it goes up for sale, curtains and all. But that is only the start: what about the thrill of the auction when an item fetches triple the purchase price? What about that rare piece that you get home only to discover it is worth millions? For Arthur Vanderbilt, antiques are alive with history, alive with that part of a family now gone, the arm of a chair worn smooth because that is where the dog rested its head every night.The Soul of a House is a fascinating read for those with any interest in the world of antiques as a hobby or a business.
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The Steinway That Wouldn't Budge (Confessions of a Piano Tuner)
Peter Tryon's Confessions of a Piano Tuner is a charming, autobiographical tale of life spent travelling around rural East Anglia tuning pianos. But this is also a personal account from boyhood of how music and more specifically the mechanics of that wonderful instrument, fired early imagination and gave rise to a lifelong fascination and involvement with the piano.As much a social commentary on people, the anecdotes about different characters are filled with humour and the text is light and easy to read. The unspoiled beauty and charm of East Anglia provides a perfect backdrop to Peter Tryon's account, all combining together to make this a book that you won't want to put down.
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The Stolen God
Aruna and Paruna are mythical places, peopled by the Powered class and the Technician class. High above, the gods are watching.Gemma Farley tells an intriguing tale of mortals and gods. In the skies above, treachery in the royal family leads to the theft of a royal twin. In Aruna, Kristy and Marcie are training to become qualified masters in the Powered community.Bart is living an ordinary life in Paruna on his mother's farm, when he discovers suddenly that he has extraordinary powers. He is persuaded to join the final year of training at the university, but can he develop his skills sufficiently in time to pass the skills tests?This is a tale of love and friendship, good and evil—with suspense maintained until the very end. A satisfying read for all lovers of fantasy and adventure.
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The Storyteller
It's just another summer holiday at the caravan park, and thirteen-year-old Jamie is feeling unloved,unwanted and thoroughly confused. With a recovering alcoholic mother, unresponsive sister Lauren,and aggressive father, he has little to celebrate. But at the park's funfair, a hidden secret comes to lightwhich will change his and Lauren's lives forever. Reeling from this disclosure, Jamie stumbles into anever-explored area of the park. Here he meets a gypsywhose gift in storytelling might give him the insight to support his sister when she most needs it and help the teenager makesense of his life. Or is that lives? In this innovative first novel by Chris Trotter, The Storyteller explores the poignancy of friendship and love, and how in thecycle of life, there may be more than one chance to make things right. Using a unique blend of traditional fiction and fantasy, Chris Trotterinterweaves two tales to an uplifting conclusion.
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