Bücher veröffentlicht von Austin Macauley

Embark on a hilarious and heartwarming adventure with Bagpipe the cat, the infamous feline with an uncontrollable flatulence problem! In this charming children's tale, Bagpipe's odorous predicament leads him on a quest to find a place where his farts will be accepted. From the farmhouse to the cow shed, pigpen, stables, and chicken coop, Bagpipe's stenchy emissions drive away all the farmyard animals. Determined to find his rightful home, Bagpipe's journey takes him far and wide, venturing through the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert and even venturing into the depths of outer space. Along the way, young readers will be captivated by the beautifully illustrated pages and fall in love with the endearing characters. As Bagpipe's misadventures unfold, children's imaginations will soar, their laughter bubbling over as they follow the cat's action-packed escapades. Will Bagpipe ever find a place where he belongs, despite his pungent predicament? Discover the hilarious and heartwarming conclusion that will leave readers of all ages giggling with delight.

A line of revellers, wending their drunken conga from the opening night party at The Fighting Cock, is brought to a sudden halt when their barbecue explodes.Nora Stickleback struggles to manage the pub, control her alcoholic husband, and keep her son away from temptation. Following a promise to look after her friends' teenage children while they go off on a holiday that ends in tragedy, she suddenly finds herself with two extra youngsters to care for.Henry Stickleback nurses two passions, one for young Rosalie and the other for browsing car boot sales for any item cockerel-related.George dedicates the time he should be grieving to looking after his elder sister and carving out a future career for himself, steadfastly thinking of nothing except the matter in front of him at that time.Meanwhile, Rev'd Quinny is haunted by a childhood memory and a habit he started in order to break an obsession.

Ayumi Drevis is a regular middle school student with an incorrigible knack for causing trouble. But all that changes when she opens up a book and slips into the fantasy world of Rebirth, filled with magical creatures and foul-tempered humans, who are trying to take off her head! Along the way, she and her friends are tasked with locating the three divine instruments and battling the evil forces known as "Nightmares," many of which were former children. By putting her life on the line, Ayumi must use every ounce of courage and face the demons that haunt her visions in order to save everyone and return home.

Barcelona - Enchanting City is a new illustrated children's guidebook to the magical capital city of Catalonia, Spain. The colourful guide is divided into nine chapters, each written in a contemporary, poetic style which should fascinate and encourage curiosity in readers from the age of nine upwards. There are chapters on the legendary La Rambla, Camp Nou - FC Barcelona's fantastic football ground, Montjuïc, the '92 Olympic Games and much, much more... The poetical style of the chapters makes it easier for children (including less-motivated learners) to remember the information and new or difficult words, while developing a fascination for language. Each chapter even has its own set of four fun quiz cards which can be used with friends. There is also a glossary which gives curious readers more information about places and expressions in the text. The author has been writing texts and materials for teaching the English language since 2011.

Two young siblings visit an enchanted dinosaur park, where the beasts come alive. The dinosaurs exist to help mankind in times of danger. They act only under the guidance of special child helpers. The team performs a heroic rescue when a fire occurs at a children's hospital. Some time later, the park is demolished. The children feel compelled to revisit the site. As they do, an offshore disaster looms following an explosion at a gas rig. The children summon the magic power governing the park. Their call is answered, as an old friend and family of dragons appear to assist them. Once more, courage and determination is needed. Can the new team perform this dangerous rescue mission?

As long as I can remember, the only thing that fills my brain are words, and ever since starting school and falling in love with rhyming iambic pentameters, I have been writing "old-fashioned" poetry! This collection has been garnered and put together from hand-drafted papers and (my sister having taught me how to type so that she could read my scrawl!) from a life's collection of typed manuscripts.

When immersed in the horror of domestic violence, you either give up and die inside or you remove yourself and live in your imagination. Nobody believes that it will happen to them - but it does - and it is real. It does not discriminate; it seeps over the threshold of every class, religion and gender. Abusers are clever; they relieve you of friends first, then family, until you have only them left. They tell you it is all in your head - that you are crazy and that you need help. They know your insecurities and this becomes their playground and you their play toy. An abuser does not care if you are sad, they do not care if you are broken and they have no interest in anything but total domination. You cannot fix them, you can never love them enough. You just have to leave.

Quietly reflective, the beautifully written poems in this slim volume offer a welcome respite from the noisy insistence of modern life. The language, now simple and direct, now rich in associations, double-meanings, and imagery, has its own natural rhythm and appeal regardless of subject and rhyme. Intriguing, absorbing, thought-provoking, the poems are innovative and fresh and the intensity of the verses in places will undoubtedly strike a chord with readers of all kinds - both established readers of poetry, those who read poetry now and again, and those turning to poetry for the first time. Largely relating one person's take on how it is to be in the world, the poems address such aspects of life as time, being, loss, culture, and contingency. The collection is divided into three sections - non-rhyming poems, rhyming poems, and a concluding section of lighter, more humorous verses, with each of two additional poems serving as foreword and afterword.

There is snow and ice on the ground, and Jimmy's ponies are bored in their stable. What can Jimmy do to keep them entertained? From turnips to tickles, even old plastic buckets, Jimmy discovers all kinds of exciting ways to keep the ponies happy until spring arrives.

Elizabeth Jones returns home to find her life upside down. Its been nearly 200 years since she last saw her brothers, and things haven't been easy. Elizabeth is not like any other vampire, she has secrets and a complicated past. Reunited with her family and friends can she help save everyone she cares about or will it all end in ashes?

All Peps dreamed of was a home of his own. Born on the streets, blind and scared, he found safety at a rescue centre. But he always wondered if he would one day find a cosy bed and a family to call his own. Join Peps on his journey to his fur-ever home.

Albert the Alligator feels trapped behind the bars of his zoo enclosure, yearning for the vast world beyond. One day, he seizes an opportunity to escape and embarks on a whirlwind adventure through the bustling streets of London. Along the way, he encounters new friends, discovers unexpected joys, and learns invaluable lessons. But as exciting as the outside world is, Albert eventually realizes the comfort of home and the bond he shares with his alligator pals. Delightfully penned with lively dialogue and adorned with captivating illustrations, Albert's adventures will enchant both young listeners and the older readers who share his tales with them. Join Albert on a journey that speaks to the explorer in all of us!

Arlo was a little boy in Prue's school who did not smile, not ever. Prue had noticed and decided to do something about this as she felt that Arlo was missing out on one of the best feelings she knew, feeling happy. Prue had an idea, and this was going to be a very extraordinary idea because Prue was a witch, a good witch, and her friends were fairies. This book is for all children who have ever felt different. You are never alone because you will always have your amazing self.

In a small town like many others, people used to throw away over-bought and unconsumed food that began to attract the little Garbage Monsters. In a short time, these monsters came to invade the city and become more and more greedily in search of food waste. In the fight with the Garbage Monsters, the Crumb Monster comes to the aid of the people, and he becomes best friends with Vlad, the naughty and food-wasting child. The two go through all sorts of adventures trying to stop the food waste and to carry out an education campaign for the citizens so they not to waste the food anymore. When the Crumb Monster come to help the people, inexplicable things start to happen in the city. The Crumb Monster is an educational story for both children and parents to stop food waste.

In a farm plagued by mischievous crows, the farmer's prized fruits and vegetables are constantly under threat. Tired of the endless battles, the farmer crafts what he believes to be the most intimidating scarecrow imaginable. Yet, this is no ordinary scarecrow. Armed not with fright but with magic words, the scarecrow surprises everyone by forging an unexpected bond. Dive into a heartwarming tale of friendship and understanding in The Scarecrow That Used His Magic Words. Discover how communication can transform foes into friends.

Most educators are remembered in passing - their legacies often confined to classroom walls and fleeting school years. But imagine a world where teachers can reconnect with their former students, not just as distant memories, but as influential figures in their lives once again. Teachers for Life introduces us to two educators who seize this very opportunity. No longer in traditional classrooms, they embark on a journey to re-engage with their past students, not to amend their earlier mistakes, but to bridge the gaps they've perceived since leaving their formal roles. In doing so, they impart invaluable life lessons, shaping not just minds, but hearts, proving that the influence of a dedicated teacher extends far beyond school and lasts a lifetime.

Little Princess Mirren, a radiant little girl with Cerebral Palsy, finds herself on an enchanting adventure. Guided by magic and wonder, she discovers a special walker, unlocking a world of possibilities. With each step, the horizons expand, leading her to realms she'd only ever dreamed of. Join Mirren as she proves that with determination and a sprinkle of magic, every place can become reachable.

Embark on a captivating journey through the canals in Keeper of the Red Shawl: The Secret Shadows, the enchanting sequel to the novel Keeper of the Red Shawl. Set in the vibrant 1920s, this riveting tale follows narrowboat owner Frances as she navigates life's changes. Amidst the challenges of a growing family, Frances finds herself swept away by love once again, this time with a younger hired hand from a neighbouring narrowboat family. However, their happiness is short-lived, as the harsh reality sets in that they must keep their love hidden from prying eyes. In stolen moments of passion, they cling to each other, longing for the next clandestine rendezvous. But fate has even more obstacles in store. As war engulfs the world, Frances and her beloved family are thrust into a maelstrom of uncertainty and sacrifice. Prepare to be captivated by this tale of forbidden love, as secrets unravel and hearts are tested in the face of adversity. Against the backdrop of a vibrant era and the haunting beauty of the canals, Keeper of the Red Shawl: The Secret Shadows is a poignant exploration of love's resilience and the enduring power of the human spirit.

If you have read Can We Do Better? and feel compelled to make a contribution to community and the environment, then this Companion Workbook is for you. It provides a practical, hands-on opportunity to refine your insights into us humans; and to clarify your intentions to build decency, integrity, and accountability within your spheres of influence. The book's activities will enable you to examine our egoic 'man-made world' of dogmas, ideologies, myths, and institutions. It urges readers to confront 'inconvenient truths' about various problematic and harmful aspects of historical and contemporary masculinity. This companion workbook is your opportunity to embrace facts and critical thinking, especially in the face of today's religious, political, and conspiratorial distortions of key human and environmental issues. This book can help you be better-informed; and be strategically values-based, clear-minded and purposeful in your citizenship, stewardship and leadership. Every chapter invites you to reflect deeply with the intention of becoming robustly aware, constructive, responsive, and effective. This workbook invites readers to develop a systems-awareness of the earth, its ecologies and its peoples. It encourages us to learn from and internalize yin-based, right-hemisphere, First People wisdom. It encourages women and First Peoples to step forward as educators, leaders and role models of Custodianship and care of Country. The Workbook urges us to foster strategic, holistic, and symbiotic 'Earth-Mother' principles and priorities as a means of reducing longstanding harms to people and environments. This workbook is a timely, compelling, and practical read for those who want to make a difference.

Over 4,000 years ago, Babylon introduced multiplication. Then, 1,500 years later, the Greeks unveiled geometry. And during the Islamic Golden Age, the world was graced with the advent of algebra. The overarching goal of Easy X Times Tables is to highlight the profound influence of such mathematical breakthroughs on our world. Our mission is to redefine how children perceive mathematics, emphasizing its ever-evolving nature and its deep-rooted impact on our existence. By igniting young imaginations, we aim to foster a deeper appreciation not just for numbers, but for their intricate dance with the universe. Dive in and discover how mathematics has shaped, and continues to shape, our world.

Nine-year-old Max is irresistibly drawn to a mystical pond at his Grandma's house. But is it just a child's wild imagination, or does the shimmering water hide secrets more enchanting than he could ever imagine? Dive into The Magic Max Found and journey with Max as he unravels the wonders and mysteries that lie beneath the surface.

Birth is made out to be the happiest time of your life. But what happens if you have a difficult pregnancy, a traumatic birth, your baby is fussy, or just won't go to sleep? Are you meant to bond with your baby straight away? Sometimes, the experience of being a new mum sucks. You've been sleep-deprived for weeks or months, and post-natal depression can creep up and take over. If you've found yourself struggling to cope, you're not the only one. Other women have had similar thoughts and feelings to you, no matter how extreme they seem. The women in this book have experienced postnatal depression and have come out the other side. Their stories will give you hope that there is a way out of the dark hole you are in. You are not alone.