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The Soldier and Other Stories : Lindsay Cabot
The Soldier and other Stories is a collection of 13 short stories. They were inspired by my love of obscure history, politics, science, dogs and Salford, the City of my birth. It is a place unlike anywhere else, a hive of crime, villainy, dignity, honor, and unbreakable spirit. I hope you enjoy them.
Rage is a superpower (Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester. Next year)
Homeless. Penniless. Forgotten. A man who lost his way finds new purpose in the most unlikely of places.
‘Frank lifted the scaffold pole from the ground and walked slowly from one to the other, pounding it down on their heads until even the blood flowing from them had stopped moving.’
The Soldier (Poets Estate, Salford. November 2000)
A series of brutal murders spreads across Salford. What could be the link between them?
‘Dane had no education and could barely read, but he knew people. He knew them in a way that no Doctor of Psychology could ever comprehend. He knew people like a hunter knows its prey. He saw their needs and their weakness. He knew how to become the shape that would fill the emptiness in their lives.’
The Cripple (Richmond, Yorkshire – or somewhere similar. Any time soon)
Society made her a victim. She turned herself into the perfect instrument of revenge.
‘The funeral was even better than she had imagined. She smiled proudly at the image of the crucified Jesus amidst the hymns and the flowers, content that the pulverized bones and organs poured into that coffin would never exploit another trusting child.’
I am Pipp (Little Hulton, Salford. The near future)
Many of us spend our final years in lonely, desperate isolation. Will robots be able to help us?
Thank You Osbourne (Medina, Washington, USA. The near future)
How will rottweilers fit into the world of the future?
The Harmony of the Three (The edge of the Galaxy. A long time from now)
A stranded overcrowded spaceship, a beautiful trusting alien, a species with 3 genders. What could possibly go wrong.
The World in Harness (Rome. 24th August 410AD)
Advertisers spend fortunes to change our behaviors and re-align our values. Could it be that someone is directing it all?
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The Stone Messiah Vol I : Anonymous IV
If you lived in a world…
where your civilisation could be annihilated; every person you held dear murdered, mutilated or sold into slavery; in unremitting danger and unendurable oppression –
YOU would need a messiah…
Africa 2000 BC
An unimaginably cruel and dangerous world,
Genocidal war between two civilisations…
Circa 2300 BC – seafarers of Sumerian origin settle south of the Rovuma in East Africa, establishing the Uran civilisation, which grows and flourishes for 300 years, centred on a walled city in Mozambique.
2070 BC, a huge maritime expedition from Egypt reaches Tanzania and establish a capital south of the Rufiji river. Seventy years later, these empire builders destroy the Uran capital Avara. A child is found in the ashes.
At twenty, that child unites the most gifted men of his generation, against those who brought their civilisation to the brink of annihilation.
This is the story of the Uran’s astonishing war against the Andracians.
Life, Death and War.
Comradeship, Strategy, Leadership.
Triumph and Deliverance.
Beautifully written. Terse, lucid and vivid, with fast-moving visceral action. Uncompromising, unique and realistic.
“They murdered Jeram, my father; but from the ashes of this betrayal, a child has grown; strong enough to change the course of empires. Someone who will stand in the face of time, pain, disease, exhaustion.
Among a hundred thousand, one shall prevail; at once insane and the sanest of men; a seer to whom there shall be no obstacle; who shall never fall; who understands. Someone who will never lose his sanity, for one mistake would be the end of everything.
It is beginning.”
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Lings : Atticus Andrews
They came. The ravagers of the universe. The scourge of star systems. The enemy of his race.
They decimated all that he knew, slaughtering his colony like a herd of insects. Carrying their metal guns and tactical missiles, the marines butchered his siblings by the thousandfold. For that, they would pay.
Krill is the last of his kind in a distant corner of the galaxy. Entrusted with the survival of his species, Krill carries with him an egg given to him by the Hive Mother herself. Her last, parting gift. What will it hatch into when it’s born? A new hope for the rebirth of the Krath?
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Chronicles Starter Pack : Jaime Buckley
When you’re on the run, just remember, you don’t necessarily have to be the fastest.
…just faster than the last guy.
Wendell is a typical teen–misunderstood, ignored, and bursting with potential no one noticed.
Except the Universe.
Kidnapped to the other end of the galaxy, Wendell is now expected to take up the mantle of a legendary hero and defeat the world’s greatest enemy…with the help of a green, cigar-smoking elf, a senile wizard, and a pink-haired gnome bodyguard.
Screams and cringing aside, Wendell just might be the hero they never knew they wanted.
Wendell’s story has won laughter and cheers from YA readers in 60 countries since 2005.
If you enjoyed Harry Potter, Tiffany Aching, Percy Jackson, or Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, then you’ll love books 1-3 of this humorous, original epic fantasy, packed with magic, mystery, and sharp kicks to the funny bone.
Grab your copy and join the adventure!
Chronicle Starter Pack and FUNdamentals of Parenting by Jaime Buckley are also on Whizbuzz Books.
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When Only Happily Ever After Will Do : Ceil Warren
It took Arthur 40 years to propose marriage. Now, Constance is expecting the wedding of her dreams. But when villagers spot a suspicious tartan-clad stranger in the middle of the night lurking at her son’s grave, in front of her bookshop and Arthur’s house, she must confront a secret past.
Her lifelong friends in the Connecticut village of Stones End wrap Constance in a protective cocoon. They see a different demon.
Only Constance knows what to make of the threat. A million questions plague her, but only one causes sleepless nights.
Will the wedding take place if her past is revealed?
The latest in the irresistibly charming three-book “Stones End” series. A richly woven tale brimming with mysterious twists and turns, fierce love and the never-ending hijinks of Stones End residents.
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You are an Amazing Girl : Nadia Ross
FOR A WONDERFUL AND SPECIAL GIRL
Every girl is unique and wonderful and should accept herself with all her strengths and weaknesses. Every girl is special and should chase her own dreams, believe in herself, and be happy. Why is it, however, that many times girls feel uncomfortable and unhappy?
This happens because they often feel insecure, don’t believe in themselves, and have problems relating to others. This can lead to them feeling inadequate, getting anxious, and sometimes even depressed. Self-esteem and relating become even more difficult when bullying occurs.
This book is meant to be, in addition to a fiction and entertainment book, a guide and a source of inspiration to show every girl that she is perfect as she is and that she must believe in her abilities. The dreams and aspirations, which every girl has, are wonderful and it is important to teach her to develop the courage and confidence to allow her to achieve them.
Girls love this book because it helps them to:
- Develop confidence in themselves and their abilities
- Overcoming shyness and anxiety
- Cope better with difficult situations
- Overcoming fears and being brave
- Never give up and do not be discouraged by small failures
- Believe in their dreams
- Understanding the importance of relationships with parents and friends
- Be curious and follow their passions
SIMPLE READING
A simple and engaging writing style suitable for evening reading. Thanks to the length of the stories, it is also perfect for encouraging early readers to read their own book.
It is a perfect gift idea for any occasion, ideal for primary school girls.
10 INSPIRING STORIES
10 Inspirational stories for girls about self-esteem, courage, inner strength, and self-love. All the characters in the stories are girls who live and deal with real-life scenes and common situations of children: school, family, friends, and sports. The goal is to allow readers to immerse themselves in the stories and identify with the protagonist to allow them to make reflections based on their personal experiences.
MORALS AND VALUES
The reading is guided by the narrative voice that accompanies the reader at the beginning and end of each story expressing morals and leading them to make reflections. All the stories convey Values and Life Messages such as believing in oneself and one’s abilities, not being discouraged by failures, accepting oneself as one is, the importance of relationships with parents and friends, and much more.
Take your copy NOW and HELP a girl believe in herself and overcome difficulties! (A Perfect Gift Idea)
You are an Amazing Boy by Nadia Ross is also on Whizbuzz Books.
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Prelude to a Hero : Jaime Buckley
“This is the end time, Wendell. It’s a period of our world where all the secrets, powers, knowledge…even evil, will come to its full fruition. This is the point in time all the prophets spoke of and wished they’d been born within. Where the fate of the world will be decided.”
Wendell stood there, jaw open wide.
He blinked.
Then blinked again.
Finally, he closed his mouth and gulped loudly. “You guys are so screwed.”
Nerd. Introvert. Punching bag. Hero?
Wendell is a typical teen–misunderstood, ignored, and bursting with potential no one notices. His biggest dreams are for a decent job, a hot car, and a girlfriend, but he’ll settle for two out of three.
And then the Universe noticed him.
Kidnapped to the other end of the galaxy, Wendell is now expected to take up the mantle of a legendary hero and defeat the world’s greatest enemy…who openly defied the last champion.
Dark Lord Mahan.
Screams and cringing aside, Wendell just might be the hero they never knew they wanted.
Wendell’s story has won laughter and cheers from YA readers in 60 countries since 2005. If you enjoyed Harry Potter, Tiffany Aching, Percy Jackson, or Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, then you’ll love this humorous, original epic fantasy, packed with magic, mystery, and sharp kicks to the funny bone.
Get your own copy and join the adventure!
Chronicles Starter Pack and FUNdamentals of Parenting by Jaime Buckley are also on Whizbuzz Books.
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Fire in the Soul: Reincarnation from Antietam to Ground Zero : Jeffrey J. Keene
I had never given reincarnation much thought, nor had I ever seen a psychic, but both of these elements came together one Halloween night. That one night was to change my outlook on life and my way of thinking forever. That evening started a progression of puzzle pieces floating into place. As each piece gently touched down, it added to a picture, a portrait that reinforced a strong case for reincarnation. My story weaves a tapestry of mystery and history, of love and the horrors of warfare.
The journey was and still is a wondrous one, sometimes funny but at other times sad and physically painful. I force my beliefs on no one. I only ask that the readers open their minds to their own experiences, to take a good look at the world around them. As for me, I have no choice but to believe in reincarnation. I lived the story, and every word is true.
Join me on an amazing journey through the eyes of two people: one a Georgian, the other a Connecticut Yankee. Similarities between the two go far beyond coincidence. They think alike, look alike, and even share facial scars. Their lives are so intertwined that they appear to be one. Half of this equation, Jeffrey J. Keene, a retired Assistant Fire Chief from affluent Westport, Connecticut. The other half, John B. Gordon, Confederate General, Army of Northern Virginia, died January 9, 1904.
I would be led into a 10-year travel odyssey that included the battlefields of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, and Georgia as well as the library of Congress. Gathering information from official records, wartime reports, and even love letters, I uncovered many parallels between my own life and that of General Gordon. Unexpectedly a trip to the emergency room on my thirtieth birthday with facial pain that mimicked a wound General Gordon received 115 years before at the Battle of Antietam when he was thirty years of age. My hospital visit was more than a decade before I first heard his name.
September 11, 2001, would start a new chapter in my life, literarily. In 2007, I was summoned to an online Reincarnation Forum dedicated to Children’s past lives. I was called in to aid in verifying a child’s information because of my knowledge of Fire Department operations and equipment. In less than a week, from the information given to me by the mother, on and off the forum, I discovered the boy was relating a lifetime of a New York City firefighter who perished in the events of September 11, 2001. After hearing his story, I call the young boy, The Phoenix.
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Don’t Wait, Lead Now : Jim Lord
This book is my attempt to capture some of the most memorable, real-life leadership stories that I’ve heard, learned from others, read about, or personally experienced and benefited from in my own growth as a man, a son, a brother, a husband, a father, and a leader. My intention is to use these stories as a tool for others looking to manage and lead others.
Ever since I was a kid, I’ve used analogies, stories, and anecdotes as a way to help me get my messages across in a more fun and succinct manner. I’ve learned that people tend to relate to information differently, and by that, I mean more effectively when they have perspective; when the information being shared with them is something they can relate to.
As I grew up working countless blue-collar jobs between the ages of twelve and twenty-one, I began to learn how to use this technique as a means to build relationships, establish credibility, and create a personal brand for myself. When I entered the corporate world, I was pleased to find that these skills were easily transferable into the business world.
This book is filled with real-world experiences and lessons you can easily apply to your own situation to help you become a more effective leader, whether in business, family, or life in general.
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The Apocalypse Within: The Inner Meaning of the Revelation : Vincent Justino DiTizio
Imagine the discovery of an ancient Christian manuscript so powerful that just reading it gives you a vision leading to a life of total love.
The Revelation of John is such a book and there’s evidence of early Christians using it as a personal vision.
In my studies, I found that the Early Christians had a Jewish interpretation method called Midrash, meaning “search”. With this, you can use any scripture as a message about the self. You’ve probably seen this used in many sermons. Using this for the Revelation turns all the beasts and destruction into the things within us that keep us from God. These gradually fall away until we enter the City of God. A beautiful vision.
Learning to search the scriptures is a new life. This works well for an important psychological reason. Only part of your brain understands words, the rest responds to imagery and feeling. Words can only move you so much, but add imagery and there’s an explosion of understanding that’s indescribable.
But the imagery in the Revelation had specific meanings in Near Eastern culture not widely known now. This book was written to unlock those ancient meanings and allow you to experience the vision.
I’ve enabled the Look Inside function on Amazon so you can start reading it for free.
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