Bücher veröffentlicht von Austin Macauley

Sitting on a bench at Cape Town International Airport, Annie finds herself at a crossroads, deciding between the life she thought she wanted and the life she deserves. Growing up on the Cape Flats she always desired a life of privilege, but in the end that's not what she ended up getting. She starts isolating herself from everything she knows and loves to satisfy the person she believed she loved, and for the life she thought she deserved. She soon starts realising that something is wrong, but is unsure how to reach out to her loved ones. This book takes you on a journey of a young woman who must figure out the path to herself and to God by taking the hard road. She gets to know what prayer is and how to start speaking to God again.

I have struggled with alcoholism and addiction for nearly over 50 years and I had searched the corners of the earth for the solution to my living hell. Yet, the solution to my malady was right in front of me. As Bill W. wrote in Bill's Story, "But my friend sat before me, and he made the point-blank declaration that God had done for him what he could not do for himself. His human will had failed. Doctors had pronounced him incurable. Society was about to lock him up. Like myself, he had admitted complete defeat. Then he had, in effect, been raised from the dead, suddenly taken from the scrap heap to a level of life better than the best he had ever known!" Bill goes on to write, "Most of us feel we need look no further for Utopia. We have it with us right here and now." (BB p.16). Yes, I have found the solution to my alcoholism, my living hell, my malady. I have found my "heaven on earth" - The Fellowship of AA! If I learned one thing in my lifetime it is that wisdom is not the art of intelligence, it is the art of living. Life is not an endgame, there is not a finish line - life is an infinite journey!

Anne's mother is in an abusive marriage, and it is up to Anne to get her out, before she is killed. Anne gets her mother to safety, but they both realize, until her mother's abuser is brought to justice, they can never be free. While getting supplies, Anne bumps into a stranger who captures her attention as no one else ever had. This chance meeting starts a chain of events that ends with a never to be forgotten businessman's gala.

Prior to 1947, the Maithil Brahmans dominated North Bihar culturally, politically, and economically. Darbhanga Raj, the richest zamindari estate in British India, was owned by a family of the elite sub-group of Brahmans, the Srotriyas. The high prestige of this elite was based on a lifestyle prescribed by ancient law codes involving simplicity of life, daily Vedic rites, and intermarriage within a small network of lineages 24 generations deep. It was a highly conservative, inward-looking, isolationist community.In 1980, anthropologist Carolyn Brown Heinz was privileged to see inside this elite community with a one-year grant from the Indo-US Subcommission and return trips over the next two decades. Independence had brought elimination of royal titles and dismantling of the vast Darbhanga Raj estate. The last king had died. These changes upended the old order, and she was able to observe the fall-out at close range. Told in first person, this is a highly personal account, told with grace and compassion.An unexpected development during the same period was the emergence of a women's art form known as Mithila or Madhubani Art, which Heinz was also able to observe at first hand and describe in this work.

From the embers of collapsed human civilization, a decadent kingdom of sapient rabbits faces renewed threats of war from the religious fanatics of the feral North. Promising a return of the Goddess Easter in exchange for the life of an embodied prophesy, the High Priesthood of the Cult of the Egg calls for the sacrifice of one of the Queen's sons.As conflict looms, the leader of an elite group of royal guards is sent to summon the mysterious mystic mouse at the edge of kingdom to the palace towers.What begins as simple mission to escort an emissary soon transforms into the defining moment of a generation as trails in trust, friendship, magic, and manipulation are laid bare before a warring kingdom.The technology of ancient Gods meets the foreign magic of a forgotten Hermetic Order in a fantasy adventure set on the edge of time that grapples with the powers of science and consciousness against the inspirations of spiritualism and sacrifice."To fight the demons without, one must first conquer those within."Initiation Rite, Order of Ki-San

This is a tantalizing mystery driven by friendships and secrets. Maria-Teresa Rivera has no idea what's in store for her when she arrives at her childhood church in Mesa, Arizona for a routine planning meeting with the hot new priest. The effect the handsome Brazilian priest has on the congregation of the St. Francis de Sales Catholic church is nothing less than murderous.When a dead body is discovered at the church, Maria-Teresa fails to convince the police that, despite her blood-smeared appearance, she is innocent of the crime. As the body count rises in the church community, Maria-Teresa's tenacious trio of multiracial girlfriends embark on a thrilling cat and mouse chase with a killer using wit, wisdom, and humor to absolve their friend of murder charges.Through shudder-inducing twists and turns, these amateur sleuths uncover deep dark secrets about a plethora of suspicious characters. These ladies combine who-dun-it foundations with a contemporary empowering driven approach to crime solving only to leave one secret yet to be revealed.

Roy's life was not going well. He was clever, very clever, but his boss didn't like him and finding other jobs in the computer industry at the ripe old age of forty-five could be difficult. He had bought a house with his girlfriend, but she was leaving him because he was "too nice". He would have the debts of the house plus old debts that he was still repaying. Then there was Rosemary, but she seemed preoccupied with her stalker who had threatened Roy, grabbing by the throat on one occasion. Would he end up like his friend Keith who drove to the top of a car park and jumped off? However, Roy had done something remarkable: he had saved the life of a man at one of his favourite hiking spots. He didn't know what this would mean at the time. Then he realised there were other options for the stalker and his boss. What would he do? Would he feel guilt or was guilt just an illusion?

A Royal Navy frigate, HMS Rutland, is conducting a scientific experiment when something goes terribly wrong, and they find themselves with no engines and confronted by a Royal Navy sloop from 1805. Julia Mitchenson, the Captain of Rutland, and Charles Austen, of HMS Indian combine to destroy a French frigate and outwit the powerful Invisible squadron in a race to reverse the time slip. Julia and Charles are drawn to each other, as are Lt Benna Garret and Lt William Mends. The story combines the sly humour of Patrick O'Brien and the social observation of Jane Austen in a gripping and well-researched story that has action, romance and more than a touch of science fiction.

In an age when kings were ordained by God and the powerful waded through Europe up to their knees in blood, a wide-eyed 13-year-old boy first went to war. Over time he learned to look death in the face and, with grimace, draw his sword. He was afraid of neither man nor God. Surviving the Black Death, disastrous battles and campaigns in foreign lands and the machinations of kings, bishops and nobles, Sir Thomas Erpingham fought across a continent, defended the interests of England and became the unsung hero of Agincourt.

This collection of stories includes several about the adventures of a trio of garden gnomes who come to life and help others. Also, some are about a young boy and his unusual and talented pets and their many escapades and there are some amazing creatures who all solve problems and live their lives outside of the gaze of humans. Mr Fox and his family, for example, get up to mischief while everyone else is asleep and Millie the cockatiel lives in a cage and longs to be free but when she gets the chance, she is not so sure. Underwater excitement comes with Tilly, the trout - who is too brave for her own good. A young Scottish boy called Andrew has the sort of adventures most children dream of with Angus, his pet Highland Bullock to ride on and Jessie, his sheepdog, also plays her part. Maybe you believe in fairies? Find out what happened to old Albert when he met one - or did he? Children will soon pick their favourite characters and adults will be pleased to know that each story is a self-contained adventure, perfect for a short bedtime story.

I offer this experience because I wished for autistic people to be fully understood through their life's experiences. A highly beneficial read for parents/carers who want the best for their 'person' offering unique provision for professionals in their wish to provide the best service for people of all ages they offer support. You are invited to look through the lens of sensory processing, in depth. As the book flows, you begin to see the weave in how all of the senses are connected, giving a clear understanding of how they physically manifest for the autistic person; more importantly, it translates previously misunderstood behaviours into meaning. All behaviours are a unique language and with that communication, comes solutions directly from the autistic's sensory perspective.

Molly is a young teenage girl, who was born into a family which she did not fit into, her daily living was one filled with retribution and hurt, as she bore the brunt of her siblings and parents' pain. Molly found solace in the comfort of strangers, more than her family. She loved the unknown and embraced difference, always attracting those who chose to understand her. Life was relentless and hard, yet her mind taught her how to see the world in a different way. Molly welcomes you into her world, in the hope of saviour, love and joy. This is Molly's contribution to all those people who don't quite fit in or don't know their place in the world, or lack confidence or self-belief, her message to you is to believe in yourself, because no matter what anybody says, you are worth it.

A Broad View of Educational Perspectives is for teachers and school leaders working in English as a Second Language. It is a comprehensive textbook written by Nicola Walsh, an experienced educator from Yorkshire, England. With a hands-on approach to education and a focus on what truly makes a difference in the lives of children and their families, this book is designed for teachers and school leaders working in English as a Second Language. It covers a wide range of topics, from language acquisition to classroom management, and assessment strategies to cultural considerations. The book is organized in chapters that are easy to read and understand, making it an ideal resource for educators at all levels. It offers a great way to explore and gain an understanding of the latest thinking in the field of English as a Second Language education, by choosing a topic and diving in. It is written in a simple and engaging style, with practical examples and case studies, making it an essential guide for any teacher or school leader working in this field.

Each year, the captain's games test the mettle of the would-be leaders of an all-girls school in the verdant Eastern Highlands. This year a heavy cerulean mist enshrouds the rugged, lofty peaks where the games are held. Only cruel fate could have brought Isobel here. As thick fog swirls down the mountain side, contestants begin to disappear. Will Isobel embrace her newfound gift in time to save the cold, frightened girls or are all the unworldly apparitions emerging from the shadows only figments of her unconsented intoxication?

Nativity / In Lockdown with Brecht is a moving collection of poems on many modern themes, including globalisation, hopes invested in the next generation, our guilt concerning the terrors of their inheritance, love, comradeship, mental stress and troublesome romance, but often with a light and elaborate touch. Each poem invokes a contemporary experience of the world that will resonate with a wide range of readers. Nativity / In Lockdown with Brecht makes demands of the reader that will be repaid in new perspectives on and ways of feeling about the world today and in the foreseeable future. It also employs humour, satire and a sense of the absurd at times.

Delilah the Duck and Friends is a light-hearted and sometimes humorous anthology of poems for younger children. They follow animals and children through various adventures and experiences in a joyful and informative manner. These poems are ideal for early readers and for adults to read to children either at home or in an educational setting.

What are you? Who are you? What is it that makes you, you? Why are you? Explore with me as I use my own experiences, along with those of others I have met along my journey, the concept of identity, and how your trauma and circumstances can shape the person you become.

This collection includes fiction, fantasy, and horror stories, all underpinned by humour. So, whilst eavesdropping on the hearts and minds of the protagonists within, feel free to chuckle as you cheer the goodies and boo the baddies. Or vice-versa... None of the characters is drop-dead gorgeous, has perfect teeth, or is living the dream with their one true love. No. These characters are muddling through life like the rest of us which means some stories may seem familiar - perhaps a little too close to the bone. Some are irreverent and others, downright disturbing. Nevertheless, whatever your reaction, whatever you feel, the stories tell things the way they were and without judgement. Fair enough?

I am Willow, welcome to the woods! This place will change your whole childhood. The woods are not just woods, you'll see. The woods set your imagination free. Zooming helicopters! Mud monsters! Magical spiders! Join Willow in the woods to see how her wild adventures unfold.

When Jasper unexpectedly inherits an enchanting Elizabethan house from his late Uncle, he embarks on a journey filled with unforeseen challenges. As he settles into his newfound ownership, he discovers that the house harbours a unique mix of elderly residents whose lives are far more complex than meets the eye. Intrigue looms as Jasper wonders: has he stumbled upon a hidden nest of spies? And if so, who do they serve? The answers elude him, weaving a web of mystery and uncertainty. Caught in a tangle of secrets and deception, Jasper must navigate treacherous waters to uncover the truth. Will the tangled threads of espionage be unravelled? Can Jasper find a way to untangle the complexities of the spies within his inherited home? In this captivating tale, the stakes are high, and the world of spies proves to be as enigmatic as it is complicated.

Life can take you to amazing places, it can take you to sad and lonely places, but love always brings you home. Follow your heart, your dreams, never dwell on failure and sadness. Your inner strength will guide you on the right path and you will never be alone.

The lives of the Royal Family of Bellagem are taken on a journey through a magical realm created by the least likely of things to bring it about. Something small and seemingly insignificant causes an enormous change within this little kingdom. A place where no one would expect such a thing to happen becomes the very place in which it does. Enter into a world of fantasy carried on the wings of a mysterious and intriguing bird, bringing to life a fascinating story that will provide a memorable and engaging experience that promises all the charms that any great secret holds.

Prepare to be captivated by a thought-provoking journey that challenges our perceptions and confronts the consequences of our actions. In this gripping tale, we are reminded that despite our existence being a mere blip in the vastness of the universe, our theories of evolution have perpetuated the notion of human superiority. Yet, within the pages of this remarkable story, we are compelled to acknowledge the grave consequences of our limited imagination. Set nearly two centuries into the future, humanity is about to face a harsh awakening. It becomes painfully clear that every action we have taken, whether virtuous or wicked, carries a weight that cannot be escaped. The repercussions, whether inflicted by our fellow humans or something beyond our wildest imaginations, loom ominously. The time for regrets has passed, and the opportunity to sow goodness has slipped through our fingers. Now, we must confront the inescapable consequences of our wilful ignorance-a reckoning we can no longer evade. Within this cautionary tale, the signs of our impending fate have been apparent all along, staring us in the face, yet we have chosen to turn a blind eye. The price for our negligence is now due, and the bill will be paid in full by every member of our species.

A veterinary degree is long and difficult but, above all, scientific. The world of a practicing vet is far from white coats, test tubes and theory, it is complex, full of human interactions and financial decisions. Understanding these concepts and how they can be managed is key to career longevity, a good work-life balance, and a sustainable profession. There is no wonder cure or magic pill, but this book will help to make things better.