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The Boy Who Had Nothing
Tim, a quiet and old-fashioned boy, is the only child of his devoted parents, Mary and David. Despite his intelligence and quick learning abilities, Tim faces constant bullying at school and struggles to make friends. As he enters his teenage years, Tim’s world is shattered when he discovers that he was adopted as a baby. Heartbroken and feeling lost, Tim finds solace in an unlikely friendship with Jennifer, a girl from a nearby farm. As their bond grows, the two become inseparable, and Jennifer’s presence in Tim’s life sets in motion a series of events that will change his destiny forever.
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Elle est Morte, Mate! (She is Dead, Mate!)
Mary-Anne Walton wasn’t coming back. Caught up in the explosive scandal destroying the reputation of her boss, international movie producer Harold Kempenski, she’d slipped off the stern of The Blue Dahlia. Her body was never found. I was rocked by her disappearance because I knew she was innocent.I’m Dougay Roberre, an Australian living on the French Riviera, and after Mary-Anne’s demise, friends suggested I get away, to go to Gallipoli on an Australian pilgrimage; however, when there, they didn’t advise me to become entangled with a gorgeous Brazilian-American woman who seemed to have stepped from the sands of Copacabana Beach!Before I could enjoy Türkiye, there were a few things to be done. I had to assist a young woman in love escape the overbearing clutches of her obsessive brother; track down a stolen jade chess set; and try not get involved in the aftermath of a blaze in a car yard.All in all, nothing out of the ordinary for me, n’est ce pas?
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Is This a HAT?
This charming picture book introduces young readers to various clothing items, playfully asking if each one is a hat.From a vest to a jumper, trousers to socks, and shoes to the final reveal of an actual hat, children will love guessing along and learning about different garments.Make getting dressed fun and help develop your child’s reading skills at the same time with these delightful animal friends!
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As the Dust Settles
As the Dust Settles is an archetypal series of poems that explore love, letting go, and optimism leaving the reader with hope and encouragement. The breadth of poetry covers a diverse sequence of subjects that compel the reader to form an attachment to Kim’s writing that surpasses association. Kim’s collection possesses a calming resonance that is rooted in the everyday, making episodic poems from her life seem prescient.
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The Secret Sign
Zara, a young slave girl, is thrilled to discover a mysterious secret sign scrawled in the dust. Hoping it will lead to the promised ‘power that is not cruel’ she desperately seeks for her temperamental master, Zara must navigate the treacherous world of slavery, unsure if she can trust her fellow slaves. When an accident forces her to flee, Zara encounters the enigmatic ‘people of the sign.’
As a burning Rome is left behind, Zara’s entire family journeys to a distant, more primitive land. Faced with arduous work, new dangers, and thrilling adventures, they forge friendships and confront unexpected challenges. When a family member is kidnapped and Zara’s fellow slave Andreas absconds, the stakes grow higher. Penniless, Andreas attempts to return to Rome, but will he succeed? And if he does, what fate awaits him in the city?
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Dreams
We all have the air to breathe. A body without a spirit is merely matter without life, but a dream breathes life into a person, driving them to fight for what many deem impossible.It is possible to dream and, even without money, realize your ambitions. It is possible to fight for a dream and discover strengths and abilities previously unseen. Dreams transform our weaknesses into strengths, pushing us beyond our limits.In this book, I share my thoughts through messages designed to build, instruct, strengthen, and encourage those who feel lost. This book is a gateway to making the impossible possible. It’s not just about believing: you have to fight against all odds, including your own discouragement!
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Frugal Fusion Foods
Unleash your culinary creativity with this budget-friendly, time-saving book of vegan recipes! Enjoy quick and delicious meals, as well as more elaborate options for when you have more time. Discover the art of maximizing ingredients, making two dinners out of one, and using seasonal fruits and vegetables. Stock your pantry with our guide and never waste a single ingredient again. From savoury crumbles to coconut milk soups, this cookbook will take your taste buds on a journey while also being kind to the animals. And as a bonus, treat yourself to a seasonal High Tea that will leave you feeling satisfied, both in taste and wallet. Embrace the world of fusion food and become an eco-conscious cook today.
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Evie the Fairy
A beautiful story about a fairy learning how to find herself on a self-discovery journey, resolving the mystery as to why her once passionate job has become wilted and drained.By the support of new and dear friends, Evie finds the answer to make her wings glow and garden to grow!
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Before Hope Dies
This immersive collection of poems, Before Hope Dies, offers a truthful and authentic perspective on the human experience. The author draws inspiration from God to unearth buried emotions and confront the pains of life in a cohesive and realistic manner. Despite the challenges that come with living in a physical world, the author fearlessly expresses their vulnerability and showcases the power of hope and resilience. Through the art of poetry, Before Hope Dies provides a moving and inspiring portrayal of the human spirit, guided by divine inspiration.
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A Strange Fish Swimming in a Foreign Sea
Sierra Leone prior to and post-Independence in the early 1960s, seemed a place of tranquillity to Tim May, just twenty-one years old. He and his companions worked and played hard but Tim was labelled a failure in Freetown, in work and in health and as his manager Mr Enk said, ‘I’m sending you to manage Port Loko branch, you will bloody well sink or swim.’ It was the time-honoured treatment of a failure in the old Empire.Management was a daunting prospect, especially without a knowledge of Bank accounting, but Tim faces the future with fatalistic hope. Immature and wracked by personal problems the prospect is bleak, particularly dealing with the wily, cunning mostly Lebanese customers who grubbed a living thousands of miles from their nation’s internecine wars. It is not only the customers Tim has to combat, but the climate, diseases and general ill health and his mental state, a strange fish in a foreign sea. It seemed the bugs and creatures, the customers, his fellow expatriates and most of all his real persona all combined to defeat him.Tim though is a strong fish swimming amongst predators and escapes to fight other.
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Winners
After a fantastic, fun hour at the best travelling fair ever, Sammy, Rory, Tom and Yasmina had spent almost all of their pocket money. So, Tom suggested that they could have a go at winning a prize at a stall where all tickets with a five or a zero were winners. Naturally, the children were delighted to find a winning ticket, but the prizes on display were not quite right. What they really wanted was a prize they could easily share!So, they ended up with a mysterious, lucky dip box. It was shiny purple and seemed to glitter in the funfair lights.But it came with a whispered warning as the box squirmed impatiently - or did Sammy imagine it? What was in the box and were they really winners after all?Children everywhere will love and be most intrigued by this magical tale of mischief and mayhem.
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A Fantastical Poetry Collection
A Fantastical Poetry Collection by Sarah Snell is a delightful compilation that whisks you away into a world of fantasy and the supernatural while grounding you in the timeless themes of everyday life.From the changing seasons to a vibrant menagerie of mythical creatures and animals, this collection offers a whimsical escape for readers of all ages. Even the playful inclusion of ‘a bunch of gibberish’ ensures there’s something to enchant every imagination.Dive into this enchanting world of poetry and let your imagination soar.
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