The Line to Freedom

Andrew was recruited into the British Secret Intelligence Service in 1939 for his linguistic talents and other qualities while working in the banking sector in the City of London.

From the beginning of WWII, he worked full-time for the Service. His first mission was to witness the attempted assassination of Hitler in Munich in November 1939, followed by three further missions: sabotaging a German train carrying armaments deep inside enemy territory with a colleague; assisting in the evacuation of BEF soldiers during the Dunkirk operation aboard one of the ‘small ships’; and working with the Royal Navy to help bring the Norwegian king and his cabinet from Tromsø to exile in London.

After extensive commando-style training in Scotland, lengthy Royal Navy officer training, and instruction as a parachutist, Andrew was dropped into northeast France in late May 1941. This highly risky mission involved collaborating with the French Resistance.

Following several smaller, but equally dangerous, missions, he was sent to Sardinia to work with the Partisans in July 1941. His objective: to thwart the Italian Air Force from bombing Allied convoys heading to Malta.

On returning to England, Andrew assumed the identity of a missing French Resistance operative and was dropped back into France. There, he joined multiple groups on a perilous mission, narrowly escaping the Wehrmacht and the Abwehr before making his way back to England via Spain.

This is a compelling narrative, rich with exciting and lesser-covered themes in spy fiction. The writer’s attention to detail and meticulous research offers readers a vivid and comprehensive insight into the complex and colorful world of intelligence during WWII.

The Crystal Heart — A Dragora Tale

Dreams can shape the future, replay the past, or reveal something far more mysterious.

When Rajan becomes trapped in a terrifying nightmare, it marks the beginning of an unexpected journey for him and the lady of his heart. But is this the start of a heroic adventure, or something far more sinister?

Beneath the scorching desert sun, they must unravel an ancient mystery and decipher the meaning behind the haunting dreams. They must solve the puzzle or perish in the attempt.

Rainbow Play

Rainbow Play makes learning fun by engaging children’s interest through storytelling and bringing the book to life. Dive into a collection of delightful tales, where each story is written to be read as you’d want to hear them as a child: fun, expressive, and full of life.

With relatable characters, believable adventures, and engaging language, these stories will keep young readers hooked from start to finish

And as the little ones ask their Mummy, Daddy, carer, or guardian, ‘can you read The Golden Wishbone again?’ you’ll find yourself just as captivated by the magic of Rainbow Play.

Princess Lily and The Chompie Zompies

Follow Lily, an inquisitive child with a love for crisps, living with type-1 diabetes, as she navigates her way through her morning deciding that as she is now a ‘Princess’ she does not need any help and can go it alone for breakfast with her trusty sidekick, a stuffed unicorn, by her side. But watch out for the Chompie Zompies that live upstairs…

Recuerde los Pirineos

Maria Goldstein, a Jewish woman, grows up in Franco’s Spain during the Spanish Civil War. Meanwhile, Jean Toulais fights for the Free French resistance in the Pyrenees mountains of southern France.

As the Second World War unfolds, their lives become entwined in a love story that defies borders, nationality, and even the war itself. Together, they must endure brutal Nazi persecution and confront their own fears and anxieties in their fight to build a life free from the shadow of fascism.

Echoes from the Land

One in four boys do not live with a father in the United States, and two million children have no meaningful contact with their fathers in the United Kingdom. In New Zealand, one in six births have no registered father. Echoes from Fathers to Sons spans a period of one hundred and twenty odd years, focusing on the influence of fathers on their sons. It is a fascinating collection of photographs, poetry, paintings, stories and transcripts supporting a social commentary about the qualities and values of those times. There are tales of wartime experiences when the father had so many crickets in his beard he could not sleep at night, and a man’s admiration for lice because scratching at one saved him from a German sniper’s bullet.

The Angel on the Town Hall Clock

A good story should have a happy ending. Real life, however, is filled with untoward events and refuses to follow the rules of Mozartian opera.

Our characters will still be presented in theatrical style. Each will have a few moments of monologue or a chance to stand alone on stage. None speaks from a pulpit; they all act on stage. This is a puppet theatre of words, revealing only half the truth – but which half? Perhaps it is best not to believe a single word.

Drawing of Burslem old town hall, based on original by Matthew Rice, author and illustrator of The Lost City of Stoke on Trent.

Ferryman

After several bodies are discovered floating beneath Sydney Harbour Bridge, Detective Guy Shayd and his colleague Bob Lawson are tasked with uncovering the identity of the murderer. As the body count rises, Guy turns to his girlfriend Kay, who has psychic abilities, for help in tracking down the culprit.

Amid the chaos of the investigation, Kay and her cousin Stevie are busy preparing for their weddings to Guy and Bob, and both women discover they are pregnant, adding even more urgency to the case. The stakes are raised even higher when Kay and Stevie are kidnapped and held captive.

As Guy and Bob race against time to find their missing fiancées and solve the murders, they uncover a shocking twist. The true identity of the killer turns out to be far more unbelievable than they ever expected.

Dragos and Mages: Battle Between the Mountains

Hate, prejudice and conflict. This is all 14-year-old Sarah has ever known.

Growing up with Dragons, Mages and Dragos in the world, she has never felt normal, but now, she finds herself well and truly in the middle of it all.

When an unexpected new acquaintance turns her world upside down and throws her into the middle of an age-old conflict that only Sarah can end.

Can Sarah battle her fears and find the strength to end the struggle? Or will it all be just too much for her?

Being James Newhouse

James’s story unfolds through key moments in his childhood and adolescence, revealing the impact of strained family relationships on his journey. Along the way, he encounters a range of vivid characters, including Dorcas, Denis, Giulia, and Dolly, each influencing his path in different ways.

By the time he reaches his 30s, James is still burdened by guilt and inner turmoil. As he faces significant external challenges, he must navigate a world undergoing great social change.

Was he simply born this way, or could he have been the victim of an early trauma that no one cared to explain?

It's a Miracle!

The Bible includes history, poetry, and instructions for relationships, living and worship. It contains all that God wants us to know about him, ourselves, and salvation. There are some things that the Bible is: a book of love, justice, wisdom and common sense, and some things it isn’t: a book of science or a book with answers to every problem. Among other things, the Bible teaches us about the establishment of the Kingdom of God, and tells us that God loves each one of us and encourages us to love him. It brings to the reader fear, fact, and faith.

We read in the Bible of many remarkable things about which we can only say, ‘It’s a miracle!’

I trust that this book, introducing to you a few Biblical miracles, will encourage you to open and examine the Bible’s pages to see what happened, and why God chose to act in the ways he did and see what you can learn from its teaching and the example of people in it. It may even turn your life upside down, as it constantly does mine.

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Other Traveller’s Guides to the bible by the same author:

Two Destinies: A Traveller’s Guide to Heaven and Hell (2022).

The Kingdom: A Traveller’s Guide to the Kingdom of God (2022).

Really?: A Traveller’s Guide to Strange Things in the Bible (2023).

Available from Amazon Books and other bookshops worldwide.

AI Archie to Zoo-Mad Zoe

Meet AI Archie and his 25 friends, a group of 26 adventurous, humorous, and relatable characters who each learn important lessons about themselves and others, often through life-changing experiences.

This unique collection features 26 stories, one for each letter of the alphabet, with two versions of each story. One version is designed for younger children, while the other offers more depth and complexity for older readers. This makes it the perfect book to enjoy now and revisit later for a fresh perspective.

Join Archie, who is so focused on artificial intelligence that he forgets to experience real life. Discover the troubles of Boastful Bertie, whose tall tales land him in difficult situations. Follow Clever Colin as his parents find ways to challenge his immense brainpower. Meet Gorgeous George, Honest Harriet, Zoo-mad Zoe, and many more unforgettable characters who entertain while teaching valuable life lessons.

This engaging collection offers children stories they will enjoy at different stages of their growth, making it a book to treasure for years to come.