Bücher veröffentlicht von Mike White

Are you tired of the same old stories that begin with "Once upon a time"? Really? You know, not all Genies live in a lamp...In a world unlike any other, where legends come alive, and dreams take shape, prepare to embark on an extraordinary journey. Unveiling the secrets of the enigmatic jinn and jinni, this captivating tale will transport you beyond the confines of imagination.Step into a realm where wishes are not mere fantasies but tangible realities, for these powerful beings hold the key to unlocking your deepest desires. Disregard the tales of genies and lamps; the jinn are the true manifestation of unfathomable power.As a jinni, I am part of an extraordinary assembly of beings with the ability to transform dreams into truth. Yet, make no mistake, we are no ordinary genies. With immense powers that defy comprehension, we exist within a complex hierarchy, a world I had to navigate upon joining the jinn.You may find yourself questioning the validity of such a magnificent opportunity - "Wishes that come true? It must be too good to be real!" Rest assured, wish-granting is our sacred duty, a vocation we approach with utmost devotion. From the simplest desires to the most arduous challenges, we pride ourselves on surpassing expectations.If the yearning for enchantment tugs at your heartstrings, the jinn is your gateway to a life transformed by magic. Our stories may not begin with "Once upon a time," but they will undoubtedly culminate in the fulfilment of your deepest desires. Uncover this extraordinary chance, for the jinn await, poised to turn your dreams into extraordinary realities. There may even be biscuits. Who knows?

Listen closely, dear friend, for I have a tale to tell you. It's a story that will chill you to the bone, make your heart race, and send shivers down your spine. Six eerie and spine-tingling tales have been gathered from the depths of two previous collections: "Paul McCartney's Coat and Other Stories" and "Liverpool." But beware, for these stories all share one common thread - the presence of ghosts!Yes, dear friend, ghosts! Apparitions that will haunt your dreams, send you screaming into the night, and make you question the very nature of reality. Some of these spirits are terrifying, their presence a harbinger of doom and despair. Others, however, are humorous and light-hearted, the perfect companions for those long, dark nights when the wind howls and the shadows dance.These tales will take you on a journey through the spectral realm, where the line between life and death is blurred and the ghosts of the past still linger. So, take a deep breath, hold onto your courage, and join me on this bone-chilling adventure. But be warned, once you enter the world of ghosts, you may never be the same again...

"Paul McCartney's Coat and Other Stories" is a captivating collection of eleven short stories that will transport you to a world of diverse genres and emotions. Each tale has its own unique flavour, and promises to leave you either in fits of laughter, tears, or breathless with a surprise twist at the end!In the unforgettable tale "Paul McCartney's Coat," the year is 1967, and The Beatles are in the midst of recording their legendary album "Sgt Pepper" at the hallowed Abbey Road studios. Meanwhile, at The Salt House pub, an unassuming stranger is about to embark on a fateful journey that will forever alter the course of one of the band's most beloved songs. It all begins with Todd discovering Paul McCartney's coat, left behind in the bustling bar... As the story unfolds, White masterfully weaves a tale of intrigue, suspense, and ultimately, redemption, that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.With its rich language and evocative imagery, "Paul McCartney's Coat and Other Stories" is a literary gem that will delight and enthrall readers of all ages and tastes. So sit back, relax, and let Michael White take you on a journey of the imagination that you will never forget!

Charlie Horse has very set ideas of just how his pub should be run. No food (apart from crisps and nuts) and very definite ideas about what kind of customers are welcome in his hostelry. Unbeknown to Charlie however, there is something very odd indeed going on in "The Bucket and Shovel", and for just this once, Charlie is going to be the last person to find out. Because very shortly, an inspector is going to call...

To the casual observer, the age of steam and the subsequent industrial revolution was to revolutionise the structure of Great Britain in almost every fundamental way. This time saw the rise of the middle class and the entrenchment of the upper class. The working class moved from rural employment to factories and mills. Towns and docks and harbours grew around the industries that the steam engine created to cater for them, and there it could have stopped. The Difference engine however created by Sir Charles Babbage was the first indication that the industrial revolution could head beyond industry, and with the completion of the Analytical Engine in 1834 a new revolution began to take place: this was the age of the technocrat, and the computational engines began to proliferate and become more commonplace. Machines that could think and make decisions, driven by steam and mechanisms of wood and brass, the likes of which had never been seen before. This was a very British revolution however. Queen Victoria sat upon her throne and saw her country grow to dominate the world, her trade and technology so advanced beyond any other that computational devices were common and in most well to do homes. Yet the workforce was needed even more, and outstripped the supply. By the middle of the nineteenth century drastic measures had to be taken by her majesty's government and the working classes were placed in designated areas, their currency being their availability for work in the factories and mills, the computational engines and the data sheds that they produced. The poor house was the start of this process, but with the new technology it was greatly expanded, and now all of the working classes were under the jurisdiction of the local mill and factory owners, the true drivers of this data fed industrial age. In the skies above London, Zeppelins filled the air, swollen with lighter than air gas and flame, and on the ground even the most trivial of items were gathered and improved upon by the computational engines. This was the age of steam, yes, but it was also the age of the analytical engines, and they made Britain the greatest power that the world has ever known.