Damsels and Dragons of Bennetts Water Gardens

Jack and Priscilla are two dragonflies who have emerged from the pond and are talking about the adventures ahead of them. They are clinging tightly to the top of a reed, as they wait for their bodies and wings to dry out. They now have to find a part of the pond to call their own and start a family. This is where their adventures begin and almost end for Jack, who is keen to fly before his wings are ready. Find out what happens to Jack and how Priscilla’s quick thinking keeps them both safe.

Ethiopian Neck Crosses

When visiting Ethiopia, one quickly becomes aware of the profound influence of the Coptic Christian religion throughout the highlands. Evidence of this ancient faith is ubiquitous, from the numerous churches and festivals to the omnipresent crosses and cross imagery in various forms.

Crosses are tattooed on skin, embroidered on garments, carried by priests, and paraded in elaborate processional displays during Coptic religious festivals. However, the most prevalent are the small silver neck crosses worn by countless Ethiopians.

The Coptic religion in Ethiopia and the tradition of displaying and wearing crosses span centuries, with the variety and intricacy of cross designs surpassing those found in any other country.

The exceptional skill and intricate craftsmanship of Ethiopian silversmiths in handcrafting these silver neck crosses deserve recognition and wider appreciation.

This book explores the origins of silver neck crosses, their diverse forms, and the techniques used in their creation. It showcases over sixty exquisite examples of these captivating artifacts, allowing readers to fully appreciate the artistry and beauty of Ethiopian silversmithing.

My World

A whimsical story inviting children on a journey into their very own imaginative world – a world that belongs to them alone.

Rhythmical stanzas and captivating illustrations prove sometimes the most magical animals can be found hidden within the clouds.

In the Last Days

In need of a dose of humour and entertainment after realising the state of the nation and the disappointments in British government? Wanting to recover some of your happy mood with a good old moan about very British problems, and the general comedy of errors that is modern life in modern Britain? Well, this is the book for you!

Modern life can get you down sometimes, what with budget cuts and transport failures, and we all need a bit of a pick-me-up whenever we see the latest gaff from politics and government on the news. In the Last Days takes these very British problems and turns them on their head, providing humour and entertainment on subjects as diverse as health, communications, the environment and even the role of science fiction in culture. So, fasten your seatbelts for the ride – it’s an education.

Buckle up for a witty and insightful ride through the weird world of British politics. You might just learn a thing or two along the way.

Fly High, Fly Low, Fly Fast, Fly Slow

Early in the morning of 6th October 1957, a five-year-old boy looked up to the skies over the Tunisian Sahel region to get a glimpse of the very first satellite in orbit around Earth, the famous Sputnik. Despite not spotting it, he started dreaming of a future high up in the skies. Little did the young boy know then about his future, and that his life would eventually fulfill and even exceed his wildest dreams.

This book follows the ventures of this little boy, Habib Fekih, who was born in a small village close to the Tunisian Mediterranean Sea. Through hard work, dedication, tenacity, and competence, he reached the skies of commercial aviation.

Follow Habib on his journey: from a student fascinated by quantum physics, to working in his country national airline, which was set up to challenge some of the major carriers, to becoming one of the star salesmen for the still-young Airbus company. He contributed substantially to its success on the world market. Habib guides us through all the intricacies of this fascinating and complex world, where you come to value the enormous contribution of each single shop-floor worker, while also meeting with presidents and kings and other celebrities around the world, gathering many exciting stories.

A fascinating and informative read.

The Departure Lounge

Comfortably orbiting in space, exactly where it should be, Earth and its citizens had no idea they were being tracked. Their hard-won technology was about to be stolen right from under their noses, all for the sole purpose of keeping another world alive and thriving.

To accomplish this, the people of Earth would need to be subjected to a unique form of transportation.

Read this intriguing story to discover how Steve and Juliet, despite everything, still managed to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime holiday in historic Guatemala.

Blessed

Part 1 of this book, ‘Enabled to Be,’ explores both the biblical identity and the developing characteristics of the Christian, inspired by the beatitudes in Matthew 5. This is the foundation for part 2, ‘Equipped to Do,’ in which Dennis highlights different ways in which God calls us to emulate the life and works of Jesus in our own individual circumstances. He is convinced that we are not born again to sit patiently in ‘God’s waiting room’ until we ‘go home’. We are enabled and equipped to step out in faith to make a difference while we are here on earth.

He believes passionately that the gifts of the spirit are the contents of the toolbox God has provided each of us with for our part in his kingdom coming and his will being done on earth as it is in heaven. Furthermore, that the actions and fruit of such endeavours not only confound the idea that the Christian life is boring, but also result in the fruit of the spirit being displayed through us as our character is moulded to become increasingly more like that of our Saviour.

He loves to quote scriptures like Matthew 10:7-8, Matthew 28:18-20, and John 14:12 to provide both inspiration and encouragement for us all to realise how much we have been blessed through the amazing grace of God both to be and to do.

A First and Final Encounter With My Brother

A person may be wealthy, popular, and well-connected – but what happens when such an individual comes up against others of the same stature?

Some people may go to extraordinary lengths, far beyond what most could imagine, to help someone in serious trouble. Yet, when faced with a defining moment, there is always a limit – something they will not do, even when the stakes are at their highest.

There are circumstances where the deeply religious and the worldly find their lives unexpectedly intertwined, revealing the complexities and contradictions of human nature.

Ghost Stories & Love Notes

Dear reader,

I present to you my thoughts and feelings from every breakdown, break up, make up, sad day, and drunken moment I ever had.

Every time being a woman felt like being at war, every time being gay felt like a crime, every moment of shame and every moment of joy, and all the other moments in-between. I present to you, everything I ever internalised, and everything I tried to hide from the world.

I am done hiding, I am done being scared, being ashamed, and feeling at war with myself.

This book is for me, from me.

Treeness

The tree embodies the creative and artistic spirit of Nature. It cannot exist without the sun, light, rain, and soil – nor can it thrive without its essence, its Treeness, which is its spiritual quality. Without this spirit, there would be no splitting buds, no blooming flowers. The tree is a reflection of the vital energy that flows through heaven, earth, and all of Nature.

Pharaoh's Nose

“Pharaoh’s Nose is a wonderful book of poems, an expressive celebration of life, and a masterpiece with insight and passion.

A ‘Life-Force’ of Art, an original and worthy addition to any public or private library shelf,

stimulating and eye-opening while capturing the heart, mind and soul of humanity.”

– Wynne Timbrell, Arnside (LANCS).

Present and Clear Danger

The nature of war has changed.

In World War II, wars were fought through attrition: drop enough bombs, fire enough shells, and hopefully destroy the target. The massive cost in lives and widespread destruction is now part of history.

Modern warfare is surgical. Military planners can examine a country and plan to cripple it with minimal destruction and loss of life. There is no need to bomb every ship in a port – just destroy the entrance to block access. It is unnecessary to obliterate a power station – simply target where it connects to the power grid. Limited destruction, fewer casualties, yet the same devastating effect.

But what happens when someone applies this approach to the UK? Not possible? You might be very surprised.