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The Biter Bit
Embark on a captivating journey through the diverse and intriguing lives of lawyers and those they encounter in this compelling collection of short stories.‘Stranger In A Strange Land’ follows the adventures of a trainee lawyer as he navigates the dizzying social scene of the 1950s, while ‘An Even Stranger Land’ delves into the lawyer’s experiences during National Service and the challenges of his first job.In ‘Pressure Point,’ a lawyer on the brink of a mental breakdown finds solace in the care of a renowned psychiatrist, who harbours his own inner demons. ‘Deputy Dog’ offers a candid and humorous look at a lawyer’s experiences as a Deputy Judge, revealing the ups and downs of the role.‘Greypower’ tells the story of a retired accountant who sets out to assist a struggling family but finds himself on an unexpected path of self-discovery. Finally, ‘The Biter Bit’ showcases a renowned divorce lawyer who takes on what appears to be a routine case, only to discover that the client’s husband has a very different agenda.This eclectic mix of short stories promises to engage, entertain, and provide insight into the complex lives of those in the legal profession and the individuals they encounter along the way.
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Don't Worry, He Doesn't Bite
The vets on TV are always depicted as perfect clinicians, with sunshine and rainbows bursting out from their individual patients. But what media companies fail to show you are the more ‘uncommon’ cases, like a dog eating some used condoms, for example. This book aims to rectify this perception, specifically taking the reader on a journey through what life is like graduating as a veterinary surgeon. You will read about some pretty stupid cases my colleagues and I have experienced, all of which are true, though I must admit, I do have a habit of not letting the truth get in the way of a good story. So, sit back, relax, and take a break from this mundane existence we call life, as I show you the world through the eyes of a newly graduated veterinary surgeon.
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Dennis and Hattie Become Best Friends
Dennis and Hattie Become Best Friends is a story of friendship, told in rhyme with wonderful illustrations. The characters of Dennis and Hattie are drawn from a real kitten and Dachshund who loved to run and play and explore. Come into their world, run, and play and explore with them, see what they see and feel the joy that they feel. This is just the beginning, and with each new adventure they embark on, their friendship grows and grows.
This is a heartwarming little story, perfect for any storytime.
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Diary of Two Idiots Who Know Zero About Cats, And Have Never Particularly Liked Them.
This is a story of a homeless cat who came to visit at our stables just before Christmas, twenty-two years ago. She was very thin, hungry, and nervous. We left food outside which she ate, and then came closer to us and gradually became more friendly, so we put the food inside the animals’ storage shed, where we kept the hay supplies. Being December, the weather was cold and wet and she stayed in the shed on top of the hay. We called her Lucy, and in the Spring, she gave us an incredible surprise. Read the story to find out what this was.
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Then, I Heard Your Name
A story to share for those who have adopted and the ones they got to bring home. Share this with your young ones to let them know how much they are wanted and how hard you fought to bring them home.Adopting a child is a journey all of its own. Destination: Parentville. But, before you get there, you have dead-ends, wrong turns, ups, downs, rough terrain, free-falling, and the most intrusive sat-navigation system to guide you there. Learning how important it is to input the correct information to avoid further disruptions to your travel time is vital. The journey seems so long when you embark and see the huge stretch of road laid out in front of you. There are times when you may question if you have enough fuel in the tank to make it, whether you have enough strength to keep moving forwards. However, along that road there’s a time when you can take your foot off the gas and appreciate the beauty of what’s around you. You will really be able to see the destination and start preparing and making ready and feel the excitement when you think of that space that will soon be filled. The time arrives, the world around you holds still.Then, I heard your name.
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If I Don't Come Back
In the poignant tale If I Don’t Come Back, a devoted mother hummingbird prepares her babies for the vast world as the day approaches for them to leave the nest. Meticulously gathering meaningful mementos, she imparts lessons of courage and strength to face the challenges ahead. With each carefully chosen object, she weaves a tapestry of memories that will forever bind her nurturing spirit to her precious children.This enchanting story delicately explores the universal theme of separation, offering comfort to young readers coping with the absence of a loved one. Through vibrant illustrations and graceful prose, it encourages children to carry the warmth of their parents’ love wherever life’s journey may take them.A timeless and tender exploration of familial bonds, If I Don’t Come Back serves as a gentle guide for young ones navigating the complex emotions of growing up and finding their wings. This uplifting tale fosters resilience and grace in the face of life’s transitions, destined to become a treasured keepsake helping families embrace lessons of empathy.
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Fly the Fly Finds a Friend
Fly the fly decides he wants a friend.He flies away to find one.During his flight he finds some challenges,But succeeds in finding his friend in the end!A tale of how perseverance and overcoming difficulty helps you achieve your goal and be happy.
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Niles, the Cat
Niles is a young kitten who, along with his mother and sister, are abandoned to fend for themselves in a big city neighbourhood. Distrustful and afraid, they are captured by a human rescue organization and are taken to their facility. The kind staff wins over their trust and prepares them for adoption into their perfect home. Along the way, Niles learns some important life lessons about love and friendship, the consequences of being adventurous and the importance of always being charming.
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Chameleon
A retired special operative, living a reclusive life, is enticed back into his former employment by his ex-chief. The bait? His former lover, now married to a notorious criminal, is in grave danger. The agent, codenamed ‘Chameleon’, accepts the assignment, his moniker a testament to his uncanny ability to blend into any background or stratum of society without dramatically altering his appearance.The criminal, suspected of illegally smuggling drugs into Britain from Spain, resides in a villa nestled in the foothills above Marbella, with the local police chief in his pocket. Assisted by a determined Guardia Civil officer, Chameleon delves into the murky world of drug trafficking, navigating a treacherous path filled with action, murder, and shocking revelations.As the investigation unfolds, Chameleon finds himself falling for a captivating Spanish woman and uncovers the truth about his own origins, having been left at a convent by his teenage mother. In this gripping tale of danger, love, and self-discovery, Chameleon must confront his past while racing against time to save the woman he once loved and bring a criminal empire to its knees.
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Never Pat a Burning Dog
A novel for everyone who has ever ridden the advertising and marketing roller coaster.Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1980s London – a stark contrast to Mad Men’s buttoned down 1960s Madison Avenue – this story plunges us into the crazy world of Grimshaw and Welby, a small agency whose burgeoning creative reputation draws the unwelcome attention of a large French group in the shape of a hostile takeover.Freddy Grimshaw’s team of eccentric personalities fight back the only way they know how: creatively.We delve deep into the cut and thrust of agency life, the intricate dance of politics and presentations, the fraught relationships of staff and clients. Where conservative marketeers are cajoled into buying the wild ideas of a gleefully irresponsible creative department. One that spends as much time devising childish antics and non-PC practical jokes as they do outstanding advertisements.Written with an insider’s knowledge and eye for detail this is an entertaining insight into an era of advertising that’s hard to believe. Unless you were there.‘It’s advertising as I knew it. The fun, the mayhem, the excess. You couldn’t make it up: or could you?’-Philip Putnam.
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Macdonald of Aird, Macdonald of the Isles and A Voyage of Discovery
Like so many people who grew up not knowing their parents, it becomes something of a life’s journey to discover who they were, what kind of personality they had or anything that could explain one’s own personality traits. This book covers the human conditions of a broken bond between mother and child, the First World War, PTSD, and my discovery of my belonging to an important Scottish Clan. The fact that my mother never bonded with her own mother was perhaps the reason she fell for a smooth talking, well-educated man 20 years older than herself, who flattered her, made her feel special, but carefully concealed his own damaged personality. So, I start my journey with the birth of my mother. If there is such a thing, then my young mother certainly chose an unfortunate time to be born.
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Desty the Pirate Cat
A mystery cat with only on eye, nothing gets in her way.You are always safe when she is around, who will she help today?A curious kitten goes out all alone, to see what he can find.But danger lurks in the world at night, and not all those you meet are kind!
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