Bücher veröffentlicht von Austin Macauley

Filipa is an average 16-year-old girl leading an ordinary life until a catastrophic night changes everything. Witnessing the destruction of her beloved city and the cold-blooded murder of her parents by black-masked men, Filipa flees for her life. However, her escape is short-lived as she is apprehended and finds herself incarcerated in a prison run by masked men with chess symbols on their arms. Every day, scores of inmates vanish or perish, and more prisoners arrive. As Filipa learns more about the prison, she realizes that each chess symbol denotes a masked man's position and role. She is subjected to gruelling physical and psychological examinations, administered mysterious serums, and witnesses strange phenomena. Her mission is to uncover the masked men's identities, their motives, and above all, rescue her friends and save her love interest. However, the true test lies in surviving the prison after she discovers a shocking secret that will change her life forever.

In 2017 Diane Hanna was offered a role to provide psychological services to international surgical team, 15km from the front line during the last battle of Mosul, Iraq. The mission had provided her with a restored sense of meaning and purpose, which compelled her to return and continue working in the largest humanitarian crisis since the second world war. In temperatures above 48 degrees celsius, she forged ahead, recruiting members of her mental health team from the camps of those displaced during the conflict. She established programs and activities, for thousands of women and children who were wounded and traumatised by ISIS. On her day off, she often sat in bed and painted those whom she met from Mosul, whilst unable to leave the guesthouse due to the ongoing dangers outside. When funding to her mission was cut suddenly, Diane made the decision to stay in Iraq which would change her life forever. Alone, and with a life-threatening condition she was now facing a corrupt medical system, and an increasingly volatile environment. Trapped in one of them most hostile countries in the world, she would need to muster all her strength, knowledge and skills, to negotiate her way out. Her story will astonish and inspire you. It will make you reassess what it means to serve as a humanitarian worker, and remind you that whatever happens, you must keep fighting and never give up.

It's a race against time! Everybody knows that when a new baby arrives, you must learn to do things at breakneck speed. Unfortunately, this can result in unforeseen problems, especially when it comes to spotty paint! It takes a whole week to finish the job with lots of mishaps along the way. The delightfully rhythmic beat and playful words creates a poetic feel to Spotty Paint, subtly introducing days of the week, things to count and colour recognition to pre and early readers. Can you spot Grandma's robin?

The British in Italy is a fascinating exploration of the enduring relationship between the English and Italians, dating back to the times of Shakespeare, Leghorn, The Grand Tour, Florence, and Venice, up to the cataclysmic events of World War II. The author draws parallels between Victorian England's progress and the Italian Renaissance, particularly the British presence in Italy during the 19th century. In a unique approach, the author embarks on a journey through Italy, beginning in the Alps and continuing on foot and by bicycle from Monviso to Trieste, then down to Sicily. Along the way, he rediscovers the forgotten Anglo-Saxon characters who played a significant role in shaping Italy's cultural, artistic, and scientific landscape, such as the true Count of Montecristo, textile industrialists, inventors, painters, archaeologists, botanists, and travelers. Their stories are intertwined with the author's encounters, memories, lost friends, legends, and conversations, providing a rich tapestry of Italy's diverse history and culture. The book is a veritable treasure trove of knowledge and insight, revealing Italy's layers of history and culture from a unique Anglo-Saxon perspective. As Doctor Johnson aptly said, "A man who has not been in Italy, is always conscious of an inferiority, from his not having seen what it is expected a man should see." This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to discover the true heart of Italy and the enduring bond between the English and Italians.

A wandering scallywag, sandwich-loving crab schmoozes his friends into giving him their sandwiches. They aren't keen at all, so he tricks them, snaffles their sandwiches, and skedaddles off. But he soon gets his comeuppance. Revenge is best served in a sandwich.

The poems of this book are filled with explicit and unsettling imagery, depicting with intensity everyday subjects filled with love, loss, and death. These compositions were written to express my melancholic feelings. I had not intended to write a book as such, yet these composures resonated with people, and thus the idea of A Poets Ache was birthed. I strive to take you as the reader away, if only momentarily, with my fantasies of love and adventure. But I also wish to make you understand a greater feeling of despair - as my journeys throughout life have intertwined with these compositions. In my struggles to find contemporary scriptures relating to myself, I composed these for not only I, the writer, but anyone who needs to connect to something a little more. These poems are from my heart. Attached are original writings and artworks that were within my journals. A short poem like a picture can paint a thousand words - all we must do is allow ourselves to become part of it. I personally find myself reading more poetry than novels or stories.

In Reflections, Hilary Goodman opens the doors to her heart and invites readers on a poignant journey of grief and spiritual resilience. Initially conceived as a therapeutic outlet after the loss of her mother, the book reflects the struggle to navigate the shadows that death casts. Even when faced with the subsequent passing of her father, the enduring strength of the author's faith emerged unscathed, blossoming with newfound depth. Seamlessly blending personal reflections with universal themes, this book offers solace and encouragement to those looking for hope during life's darkest moments. Within its pages lie heartfelt poems, prayers, psalms, hymns, thoughts and talks to read, and reflect on. Reflections reminds readers that they are never alone in their struggles, and that there is always a guiding light to turn to.

A comedy based in the 22nd century. Axiom2, the future evolutionary version of the International Space Station is in peril, as are the crew, due to innocuous components failure. Unfortunately, these parts are redundant in the 22nd century. This problems kickstarts a race to find someone, somewhere who has the necessary parts, as manufacturing or bypassing is not an option in the allotted time. A farce begins as a professor from mission control, agents from a rival company (seeking to gain control of space exploration) and the secretary to the Prime Minister start their race against time. Insider knowledge, underhand tactics, travelling across the Atlantic on the Hyper Highway Express Service, all to track down the essentials. Lunacy is the word, and lunacy it truly is.

Young Constable Gaspard Feeblebunny is unfortunate that one evening on a lonely road he sees Death attempting to harvest the soul of Percy Pargeter which has done a runner. It is doubly unfortunate that the new whiz kid in the afterlife civil service decides that Death should have an assistant to handle such a mundane task as tracking down ghosts, because Feeblebunny is pressganged into service as a human subcontractor, though with some powers to assist with his task. This is the beginning of a series of civil service bungles which leave the unhappy constable with a houseful of ghosts and the enmity of a psychotic Sergeant Hardcastle who is out to do him harm. Over time the ghosts are able to join their powers and take control of the young man's life. This turns out to be a mixed blessing because though they cause mayhem, they also make him a very wealthy man with a series of ventures, not all of which are a spectacular success, particularly their establishment of his flat as a ScareBnB with neither his knowledge nor consent.

In this thrilling adventure, Lark, a battle-worn wear-bear, meets Dumbledalf, a peculiar old wizard, and together they embark on an epic quest. Despite Lark's memory loss, he recruits Dumbledalf as his companion, and the duo sets out to return to a battlefield to confront the evil that is spreading across the land and vanquish it once and for all. As they journey through treacherous terrain, they face numerous challenges and must work together to overcome them. With a wizard by his side, Lark assumes that their task will be made easier, but when he uncovers the truth about Dumbledalf's magic, the adventure becomes even more intriguing. The fate of Honeyglad and the rest of Edreja lies in the hands of these two brave souls, and they must find allies along the way to help them defeat the looming threat. Follow Lark and Dumbledalf as they make their way to Maizen Valley, where the danger is greatest, and the stakes are highest.

My journey has been of global proportions. The sometimes spectacular, sometimes sombre, often-times splendid, at times spiritual, most times satisfying, brings perspective to the distinctive scenes each season displays. Each holds its own 'colours'. A viewing of the ever-changing landscape emphasises the where, the what and the when. But, when the traveller pauses to reflect upon an exploration, an event, the deeper meanings of life may surface in the how and the why of personal experience. A journey becomes a pilgrimage when one's life goal is placed in the knapsack. This book offers a personal reflection on a 'journey' that is still on-track to ultimate reality.

An eclectic mix of emotion, with themes of love, loss, despair, fear, anxiety and hope, where the catharsis of writing whilst in the therapeutic senses of nature brings the momentary insights of truth. Truth... "Though seemingly momentary, the ideal is of abiding eternal, 'Tis the essence of our being, in every light and all nocturnal. Freely exposed cognitions, bared naked in thought, Given freely at no cost... priceless. Now... Feel clothed in the warmth, Of what in all of us is sought."

Donny the Dung Beetle is just an ordinary young beetle, except for one big thing... he cannot roll dung! This book follows Donny's story as he overcomes his problems and, with hard work and dedication, proves everybody wrong! This book aims to give an educational introduction to the dung beetle alongside the message of the story: that hard work pays off and that "Practice makes perfect."

On April 30th 1975, South Vietnam fell into the hands of the Communists from the North. Countless Southerners from various backgrounds were being herded into concentration camps. The author was one of them. "I MUST LIVE!" was the loudest scream I had ever made, which activated my survival instinct when I was tortured to the point of death. Thanks to these three words, I was able to survive in order to recount the painful and horrifying experiences to share with the readers. It was a type of experience that the readers could not possess and no one wished to have. In short, this is my experience: HUMAN COMPASSION HAS ITS LIMITS, BUT HUMAN EVIL IS BOUNDLESS, ESPECIALLY WHEN THAT EVIL IS INCITED AND INDOCTRINATED BY THE VIETNAMESE COMMUNIST REGIME. I hope the book I MUST LIVE! will give readers a deep insight into the darkest side of life, at the same time as to realize that they are the most fortunate people on earth compared to the life of the author.

All Animals Poo & We Do Too is a book for parents and their kids to enjoy, learn and laugh about together. If you like: Animals Poop Jokes Laughing Fascinating Facts & Fun Rhymes and Badgers that eat Sausages "Now, here's a bit of Badger news, they're sausage shaped, a Badger's poos, But if you go to barbecues, that's not the sausage I would choose!" Then this book is for you - buy it immediately. "This book has more information on the subject than any encyclopaedia. Everyone must read this important book and share its fabulous facts. (Just not at the breakfast table)." Terry Deary. Award-winning author, Horrible Histories.

It is the summer of 2019 when Thilda's world falls apart. The pain in her leg is not growing pains, but in fact a rare form of cancer. The revelation is followed by a period of operations and tough cancer treatments. She is forced to accept a new reality: trips to hospitals, treatments, and unbearable pain. But suddenly, something unexpected occurs. A chance encounter at her hospital leads to an unexpected friendship. Thilda begins to paint, take pictures, selfies, and talk about her days with her new friends. The result is a moving book about a unique young girl's journey with cancer, about her family's unfailing support, and a strong bond of friendship.

Luna and Helio is a fictional tale of the sun and the moon, and of their place in the solar system. It is a story of how one day Luna must stop Helio from making a very big mistake. This is a heart-warming tale of friendship and the value of helping each other to do the right thing, even when it isn't easy.

Last Ghost to Kill is a powerful book that delves into the often-overlooked pain of parent abandonment. It offers a safe space for those who suffer in silence to share their experiences and begin the healing process from their own traumas. With a compassionate and understanding approach, this book seeks to start an important conversation and provide the tools needed for individuals to overcome their abandonment issues. Whether you are struggling to cope with the emotional aftermath of parental abandonment or seeking to support a loved one who is, Last Ghost to Kill is an essential read that will help you navigate the complex emotions and find a path towards healing and wholeness.

Only through dialogue with nature and the animal kingdom can we hope to fathom the human condition. Such conversation enables us to establish a fresh benchmark by which to gauge the significance of what it takes to be human in a truer sense of the word. This collection of poems represents the findings of a man who is still very much a work in progress! beyond observer's books and climbing boys there nests a bird that only takes to wing to prey on feeble-minded men designed for toil and useful days but who stand too long and gaze gathering sunlight at its tail it swoops unseen and strikes with song caresses ear and mind while talons grip the heart and choke all talk this bird part nightingale part hawk

In Charlie Ant 4: Ant Prison, join Charlie and Sam on their thrilling adventure as they embark on 'honey day' in the colony. As they join the worker ants in collecting honey for the Queen Ant, they soon realize it's not as easy as it seems. Navigating through the buzz of bees and the challenge of getting the honey down from the tree is just the beginning. When the irresistible scent of honey becomes too much to bear, Charlie and Sam give in to temptation and take just a little taste. But one taste leads to another and soon they find themselves in a sticky situation, as they must face the consequences of their actions and learn a valuable lesson. Follow their journey in this action-packed and thought-provoking tale of temptation, responsibility, and redemption.

This little volume of poems and short stories is an absolute gem. It is the first time these writers have cooperated on a work published in the UK; they are already both published in Europe. The mix of verse and stories makes it easy for the reader to pause and reflect, when required. The theme is "relationships" remembered and "Rhymembered" with plenty of poetic licence. Relationships in all their forms, noble, spiritual, sensual, and sexual. The wanting, the chasing, the capture, the high-octane climaxes, and all that follows. Sadly, sometimes abject failure and painful defeat. All human emotion is here, raw, and unexpurgated. The twist is the way the authors decide to treat their subject. Doom and gloom play no part in this work. It's light, wry, and lively throughout. As I Rhymember It! uses wit to smooth and sooth the many emotional extremes. But this is no bedroom expose. The "action" takes place in a variety of settings as diverse as, a golf club AGM, a travelling Victorian circus big top, a suburban restaurant, and a European shopping Mall. For an ever-changing backdrop, to the ever-changing world of human relationships, look no further than, As I Rhymember It! by Finbar Hanaghan, from the original ideas of Barry Thomas Harris.

Join Nanda, a little sparrow with a big imagination, on a thrilling adventure beyond the magical Circle he has always known. All he has ever wanted is to find his parents, who live in a tall tree. But as he embarks on his quest, he discovers that the tree is just a cover-up for a mysterious past that his parents have been keeping hidden to protect him. Now, Nanda must team up with Koma, an angry shark who lives on land, to uncover the truth about his origins. With Koma's help, Nanda discovers a mysterious cave on the island, which reveals his true birthplace and his extraordinary powers as a mythical sparrow that is several centuries old. As Nanda's world is turned upside down by this revelation, he must face the biggest challenges of his life in order to find his real family. With danger lurking around every corner, Nanda must summon all his courage and determination to unravel the secrets of his past and forge a new future for himself.

Have you ever wondered how your life would be if you were forced to exist in a place called Restricted Land? Many of you are unaware of this mysterious location and the reasons why it remains unknown to you. In this seemingly fictional and implausible country, its inhabitants are burdened with harsh realities and endless suffering. Their simple aspirations for life and freedom are unattainable due to the oppressive environment in which they reside. In Notes from a Restricted Land, freedom is constrained, life is limited, and the expression of femininity is an ongoing struggle for the women trapped within its borders. These individuals are merely puppets manipulated by an oppressive government, unable to embrace their true selves. Rather than allowing personal growth and individuality, the dogmatic regime enforces strict conformity upon its citizens. The situation in this restricted land is far more intricate than a mere collection of rules; it represents a system of dominant beliefs that devastate the lives of countless individuals. While regulations can serve a purpose, the oppressive beliefs upheld in this country shatter the hopes and dreams of millions.

A Couple's Journey - Finding Cassie is a heartwarming and honest autobiographical book that tells the story of a woman's life-changing journey alongside her partner, who has come out as transgender and now goes by the name Cassie. Through this compelling and intimate memoir, readers will gain insight into the challenges and triumphs of managing family life, raising children, and navigating a shifting dynamic in a long-term relationship. The author's candid reflections on their journey together to explore new dimensions of love and intimacy, provide a refreshing perspective on gender and sexuality. From attending LGBT Pride events to exploring nightclubs and meeting supportive people along the way, this book is a tribute to the joys and surprises of life's unexpected journeys. With humour, compassion, and love, A Couple's Journey - Finding Cassie is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of gender identity, and the transformative power of human connection.