troubador publishing united kingdom market harborough (292 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. A collection of silly poems for kids and parents of all ages! A beautifully illustrated book, featuring silly rhymes and improbable subjects. A great recipe for a bed time read that will be read over and over again. Berties Bonkers Book is a fun collection of silly poems that will amuse children and parents alike at bedtime. The book is full of detailed illustrations to enrich the reading experience which will keep children engaged throughout. Drawing on the authors years of bedtime reading to his own children and his sense of the ridiculous, these poems will entertain and amuse. The poems can be read over and over again, and are suitable for children aged five and over. A young bee was sitting on a flower one day when a bright coloured wasp flew her way. Oh, hes so handsome was all she could say and she couldnt stop talking about him all day. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Such a small parcel shouldn't cause experienced smugglers much trouble. But, as Finn and Aria discover, this is the mostdangerous delivery of their lives. Battered by storms and chased across the globe by an evil warlord, they enlist the help of astrange witch-doctor. Together, they struggle to solve the mystery while the fate of an ancient civilisation depends on them, andtime is running out Eternal Seas is a thrilling adventure for children aged seven to twelve. Praise for Eternal Seas: This action-packed blend of magical fantasy with classic kids adventuring is a swashbuckling read for 8+ year-olds, peppered with soft line-drawings and propelled by a strong sense of urgency. - LoveReading4Kids A thrilling and magical adventure with plenty of hair-raising chases and a villain readers will love to hate. ETERNALSEAS is a must-read for young fantasy fans.Madeline Dyer, author of theUntamedseries Eternal Seas is a compelling adventure that weaves mystery and intrigue into a tantalising plot for the reader to enjoy.The writing has a lyrical quality and almost seems to capture the movement of the sea as the story unfolds. A veryenjoyable read.-Jude Lennon, author of Hal and the End Street, theLambyseries and other childrens books An exciting debut novel that takes us on a roller coaster adventure ride over high seas to mysterious places and brimswith magic and intrigue. Young readers will love this book.-Shalbey Bellaman, author ofDragons in the LookingGlassandJack in the Wallows. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The old Victorian vicarage has stood empty for over a decade in the village of Filius. With rumours of its haunted past, everyone stays away. Well, almost everyone! Ten-year-old Catherine Rose has become obsessed with the rundown ruin and makes daily diary entries about its only surviving inhabitant, the clever crow. When twelve-year-old Matthew Khan and his dad move into the vicarage, Catherine's obsession increases. Before too long, the newfound friendship traps them both into a cruel world mastered by the clever crow himself. As their fight for survival starts, they must discover the secrets that are hidden deep within the darkness and uncover the truth behind Crow and his precious vicarage. The only question is. Will you dare to delve into the darkness with them? Darkmoor: The Darkness Discovered is the first of a 5 part series, aimed for children aged 8 and upwards. It is a mixture of fantasy, mystery and adventure which, as a child Victoria loved to read for herself. She was inspired by C.S Lewis, particularly The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. My motivation to finally start writing my children's novel came from my ten-year-old son. I flippantly told him, with hard work and determination you can be whatever you want. To which my son asked me, when I was little, what had I wanted to be? I answered him, `To become a children's author.' Then, he simply asked, `Why didn't you then?' That night, I started planning and creating Darkmoor, says Victoria. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. It is the 10th century. Amleth is a warrior serving the Hiberno-Norse king Ragnald. He and his clever wife Aud are violently thrown out of Dublin, along with the rest of their group, when the Irish tribes they are enslaving revolt against them. The king and his men swear to return and regain their city, after wandering the Irish Sea and encountering enemies in Anglesey, the Isle of Man and Scotland. Amidst their adventures they fight battles and gather treasures, forming alliances and even making friends along the way. Amleth becomes indispensible to the increasingly aggressive and brutal Ragnald, his cunning and his blacksmith skills enabling him to produce his own glittering and beautiful sword. Eventually they all get rich and live happily ever after, except for those that die Viking Voices is a historic novel that explains how the Cuerdale Hoard, the largest treasure ever found in Western Europe, came to be buried in the bank of the Ribble and why it was left there to be found centuries later. Vincent Atherton also looks at the relationship between a warrior and his wife against the turbulent background of friction between England and Ireland in the 10th century. With fictional characters who experience true historical events, this is an insightful and enjoyable read for any fans of historical fiction, particularly the Viking era. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The Little Blue Boat and the Secret of the Broads takes readers on an exciting journey in a race against time, through one of Britains most magical waterways. A boat owner makes a final voyage from Essex to the Broads to give his small yacht to his grandchildren, but hes taken ill and the boat is left adrift at sea with just a small bear on board. The bear and boat have to make their way through the Norfolk waterways to find the children before theyre seized by the authorities, or worse, stolen by the infamous Pincher Pete. Helped by the mysterious Marsh Man and numerous local birds and animals, the story unfolds and reveals the hidden secret of the Broads. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The Synchronicity Factor is an astounding new thriller blending mythology, history and the supernatural in a page-turning mystery that twists and turns as it races towards a violent climax and an awe-inspiring revelation. The style of this book is resonant of iconic thriller writers such as Dean Kootz and Ian Fleming. Following his wife's death and his dismissal from the Argento Corporation, micro engineer Dr Andrew King undergoes a mid-life crisis. Driven by unknown forces, he creates a remarkable timepiece of unimaginable beauty. His life begins to change in strange and subtle ways as he discovers that the timepiece, with its powerfully symbolic engravings encapsulates the mysterious principle of Synchronicity. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. When early retirement beckons, Russell George decides to set off on a gruelling 950 mile solo charity walk along the length of Britain from John OGroats to Lands End, which is about 930 miles further than hes ever walked before. During his journey, he has to cope with an extended heat wave, loneliness, troublesome blisters, a roadside tumble and a succession of missing signposts and overgrown footpaths. He encounters a variety of incidents, including rescuing a set of keys from a departing train and finding his accommodation double-booked, but manages to maintain a sense of humour throughout. He even finds time to meet his namesake and to sample a few local beers, especially the ones with really obscure names. But theres a darker theme. Despite much of the journey passing through countryside, the rural idyll is disturbed as Russell gradually discovers that his entire route is dotted with the scenes of tragic historical events, including air and rail crashes, maritime and industrial tragedies, battles and wartime destruction, and natural catastrophes. This is an amusing and enlightening tale of an arduous, but rewarding, journey through rural Britain during a glorious long, hot summer, depicting a slower pace of life, dramatic landscapes, an abundance of nature, and acts of kindness from complete strangers. All of the author royalties from the sale of this book will be donated to Cancer Research UK. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. A humorous rite of passage novel set in 1960s Norfolk in the days before computers, but in an era of glorious soul music Off the Mark charts the progress of Mark Barker, who at sixteen years old leaves an all boys' Grammar School with absolutely no experience of girls or, indeed, the world as a whole. Mark's first foray into the world of work is at an office in a time before computers or modern photocopiers or calculators. His first job also launches him into the presence of girls. As a very shy youth who lacks confidence in his ability to attract the opposite sex, he ends up forming attractions to all the wrong girls - for all the wrong reasons. He wavers between the waspish Karen, who breaks his heart with her lack of compassion, the beautiful Pauline and painfully shy Debbie. Unsuccessful blind dates and foursomes only serve to exacerbate the loneliness of this sensitive teenager, as he scrapes through to manhood - luckily his sense of humour pulls him through. Off the Mark brings life in the sixties for a working class family in a small Norfolk town vividly to life and will be a stroll down memory lane for many readers. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. A British woman in her mid-years, was finally catapulted into her worst months of shame and self-destruction, after thirty years battling with mental health issues including depression, anxiety and a spending addiction which lead to incurring GBP50,000 debt. This is a true story based on the experiences of the author Sharon Bull, who in 2010 lost almost everything, including her life, but it wasn't until after her failed suicide attempt Sharon finally faced up to her fears. She transformed her life in a way that will inspire and encourage others to realise they can do the same, no matter how impossible it may seem. This is a heartfelt journey in which the author strips herself bare, allowing readers to see behind the facade we can so often portray to others. There will certainly be aspects of this story many relate to after reading her honest and open accounts about situations and circumstances that were repeatedly determined by past issues. The book also lifts the lid on the toxic effects our society can have on people's lives, and the huge pressure we put on ourselves as we tirelessly strive to live out the perfect lifestyles seen in magazines, adverts and media. It also helps to break down the stigma attached to mental illness and how our perceptions of others can be far from their reality. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Green Shoots Rising is an exciting and stimulating collection of poems aimed primarily at primary age children. It's full of thought provoking and amusing poems which children, and adults will love. The 'green shoots' of the title are a play on words as the new generation needs both to be and to see the green shoots rising at this time of imminent ecological catastrophe. Many of the poems in the book are on the 'green' theme but many others are about different aspects of this stage and wonderful business we call life. Green Shoots Rising follows on from Andy Tooze's two previous collections of poems published by Matador. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Mollys childhood is a world of secrets and hiding. Her life is spent escaping from danger with her mother. This time they leave London at night with a supposed offer of a house in Devon. Lesters house is more of a squat. He is a truly disgusting and violent man. Mollys mother is held by the mixture of available drugs and a need to be wanted. Molly believes their lives are in danger if they try to escape. Outside the run-down house, Molly discovers Dartmoor. The fantastic bleak wilderness is an unbelievable space for a young girl who knows only towns and dark alleys. Molly steals her times on the moor while Lester plots. But when things go badly wrong for her mother, Molly seeks revenge and thats when Police, Ambulance, Fire, and Court Services arrive. And that is just the beginning. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This book is a joy from cover to cover . children are sure to love it. - Janey Louise Jones, author of the Princess Poppy series and Superfairies series Welcome to the magical Kingdom of Treenesta, governed by King David and Queen Trixie! This is the first book in the Crystal Fairy series, which features seven feisty sisters with a touch of attitude. This story is set around the day of Princess Arebeena's birthday where Princess Arebeena is tasked with a treasure hunt. Accompanied by her best friend Isabella, Princess Arebeena sets out on an exciting adventure looking for her missing tiara. but what else will she find along the way? As you travel through the land of Treenesta, you will meet some interesting animal characters, including Fern the frog, Saffi the barn owl and Dreeva the dragon. Find out how Princess Arebeena makes friends with the seven crystal fairies: Ruby, Amber, Citrine, Emerald, Sapphire, Amethyst and Rose. Will the Princess find her tiara? And after such a tiring quest, how will she get back to the Royal Palace in time for her birthday celebrations? The storyline encourages a positive attitude, bravery and emphasises the power of friendship, and is beautifully illustrated at each step with detailed, full-colour paintings. It will be enjoyed by children aged 5-7 years. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Good. In 1993, Rosemarie Booler was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at the age of 27 after walking down the street naked carrying a bible. Up and Down the Totem Pole is made up of the trues stories behind some of the events that have shaped Rosemarie into the person she is today. Following her diagnosis, Rosemarie learnt how hostile people became when they didn't know how to deal with the situation. Friends and family shut her out, she was no longer able to work and as a single mother her life became very difficult, very quickly. Following four close bereavements in 1998, Rosemarie's 6-year-old daughter was sent to live with her father and her life became void of all meaning. With a combination of grief and depression, she began making notes of life's trivial ups and downs; enormous amounts of solitude and loneliness, alcohol and drug additions that led to amazing highs and devastating lows and finding faith to guide her through the darkest times. Now a born again Christian, Rosemarie still lives alone on the same street in Market Harborough. In her memoirs, she has put together some of the very amusing adventures her mental health has sent her on, as well as some of the more traumatic experiences she encountered on her journey through life. Up and Down the Totem Pole is a moving story that will resonate with readers who suffer from the same condition or anyone who has experienced substance abuse. It also provides an interesting and eye-opening read for those working in professional health care. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Rumour has it that the school is haunted by a ghost called Annie. The only problem is that no one has ever seen her. Is it just a rumour? Or does Annie really exist? Sam and Donna, pupils at the school, think they might have solved the riddle when they unexpectedly discover part of a Roman mosaic in the school grounds. The mosaic shows a young girl and both children are convinced that this must, indeed, be the face of the mysterious ghost. But how can this be proved? Disaster strikes when a building firm moves on to the land where the mosaic was found. At which point Sam and Donna realise the only way they can save the mosaic is to confront Lauren, the school bully. Can the children stop the destruction of the mosaic, face up to Lauren and solve the riddle of Annie? The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Each stage in a child's development has its own ups and downs, and its focus. We often wonder whether our children will ever pass the 'terrible tens' or the monosyllabic fourteens! Our role is to bring them to maturity, and some degree of independence, by their eighteenth birthday. There are many subtly different shades of management that apply to each stage, during this eighteen-year journey. It is one of the greatest tasks with which the human being is confronted. It is genuinely life altering. We are all products of our parents, yet few, if any of us, have any training in parenting. Former Daily Mail columnist Peter Gilchrist takes us through the trials and tribulations that can occur when our children are growing up, and offers invaluable advice on how to deal with the trickiest of situations. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Meet Rex Roman. British actor, fading star. When Rex hears that Pink Floyd are reforming for the Live 8 concert, his life is plunged into a free fall of indecision. In order to attend, he must end his self-imposed exile from Britain and confront the pain of his past.This is a tale of love, tears, laughter and a large chicken. A journey through time that reveals a tomato ketchup conspiracy, the identity of a government assassin, and the best-kept secret in rock history. We wonder if the entire acting industry is obsessed with poultry as we follow the story of one man's life, influenced by his favourite band of all-time.Pink Floyd. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Donal Donovan was a GP in Slagthorpe during the decade when the 1950s metamorphosed into the Sixties. His archive includes stories based on the antics of local doctors and their patients. Written before accountants took over the world, these tales celebrated the triumph of humanity over efficiency. This book contains a selection of these tales. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This is the second edition of The Pink House at Appleton, a disturbing novel of adultery and betrayal. about a Jamaican childhood, a domineering father and a submissive mother on a Jamaican sugar estate. Set in 1950s Jamaica during British colonial rule, the novel covers a year in the life of a black middle-class Jamaican family at Appleton Sugar Estate. Against a background of subtle race and class prejudice and adultery, the novel describes the fate of the Brookes family when Harold Brookes, proud and ambitious, determined to establish himself and bring up his family with the right values, is unable to measure up to his own ideals. His clandestine relationship with Ann Mitchison, the white wife of the English assistant general manager of the estate, and the ramifications of a previous, secret liaison with a common woman, bring about the destruction of both families. The story is about the meeting of innocence and experience, seen mainly through the eyes of the sexually aware eight-year-old Boyd Brookes, who is smitten with seven-year-old Susan Mitchison. The two children nurture a secret relationship and see each other as romantic characters in a book. They finally meet after a slow, sensual build-up, but the relationship is cut short as their families disintegrate, and as a playful event brings about sudden tragedy. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. December, 1989. While Margaret is visiting her sister and her husband at Blackheath Vicarage for a family Christmas, she finds the diary she kept during a school exchange visit to Germany in the summer of 1954. Painful memories from that time come flooding back when she hears a Brahms Rhapsody being played on the piano by Jonathan, a consultant at the local hospital. At the age of 17, she believed she had found the love of her life when a young pianist, Peter, kissed her and quoted poetry to her. But the traumatic events that followed changed her life forever. Now, 35 years later, emotional feelings she thought she had suppressed for ever are once again awoken as she begins to fall in love with Jonathan. As the family gathers to celebrate Christmas and the New Year, it appears that her sister's marriage is beginning to crumble. While Margaret's story is unfolding, the Soviet Union is collapsing. Ceausescu and his wife are executed in Romania, Havel becomes president of Czechoslovakia and the border dividing East and West Germany has come down, emphasising the pointlessness of the ever-changing divisions and alliances between peoples. Listening to Brahms is a gripping read that will appeal to fans of romance and historical fiction. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Kick Start The Broomstick is a unique book which takes an intimate look at the lives of a family of modern day white witches from the Romany Gypsy tradition. This is a magical story of how the stength of one extremely spiritually gifted family has overcome some of life's most devastating obstacles - yet through divine intervention and a 'little bit of witchcraft' are here to share their true life experiences, which will make you laugh, cry and most importantly will inspire you. Above all it will simply leave you loving your life, everything and everyone you have in your life and leave you with a new sense of appreciation to the powers beyond our control. All you need to do is believe. Kick Start the Broomstick will take you to a place where wishes, dreams and predictions really do come true and will appeal to readers with an interest in mind, body, spirit, esoterica, modern day witchcraft, history and white magic. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Up is Where We Go From Here is the essential guide to setting up your own business. Written in a clear, concise manner it's full of practical advice which has been set out in an easy-to-read A-Z format, taking you on an alphabetical journey through the key issues in new business start ups. From Accounts to Contracts, from Marketing to VAT, this book will be your guide as you take the plunge and set up on your own. In this book Robert Stell touches not only upon the practicalities of running and developing a business, but looks at the mindset of someone who wishes to be successful as well. This is not a 'get rich quick' manual, it is more of a 'how to survive' manual. The attrition rate for small businesses is high, but with this book you can avoid many of the pitfalls. Up is Where We Go From Here is the indispensable companion for your start up journey. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. On 26 April 2008, 41-year-old Carole Loader embarked on an amazing journey; to run from Land's End to John O'Groats on her own - a distance well in excess of 1,000 miles. Not having the luxury of company or aid from a support crew, she had to carry everything she required in a backpack. The ten-week journey pushed her mental and physical boundaries and took her along quiet country lanes, bridleways and long-distance footpaths. In the process she raised a substantial amount of money for charity (GBP6,000 for Cancer Research UK and GBP4,800 for The Paul Seal Trust Fund - raising money for a young man from Bournemouth, paralysed from the neck down in a surfing accident). Where Does That Footpath Lead? is her account of that incredible adventure. Based on the diary she kept at the time, it tells of the people she met and the sights and sounds she encountered along the way. The accompanying pictures provide a vivid illustration of the wonderful and diverse countryside of England and Scotland she travelled through. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. The wide-ranging plot straddles four continents as the main characters lives intertwine; driven by love, betrayal, ambition and the desire for a Legacy. Bucephalus is a secret project that will produce the worlds first emissions free car using a special fuel and engine, but there is another hidden agenda. China seizes on the opportunity to use Bucephalus to bring America to its knees, for its own ends. Gene Finnegan the automotive giant behind the project persuades the US president to lead a humanitarian programme called Feed Africa, using it to hide the environmental testing his vehicles require. Joseph Montgomery, Americas president is desperate to avert a war, become the hero he images himself to be and finally break free from his domineering mother. Josie Ryland knows the truth. Bucephalus is destroying the eco system and the people she loves in southern Africa. Can she stop it from being launched? The stage is set for a showdown with unimaginable consequences. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Good. After reluctantly being 'rationalised' from his Foreign Office job, Kevin Crump takes up a teaching position at Cambrian University, the most improved university in South Wales. There he finds a culture in which 'Political Correctness 2.0' is out of control, with 'no-platforming', intolerance of free speech, insidious anti-Semitism, gender politics in all its/her/his/their forms, 'trigger warnings' banning classic books so as not to offend the sensibilities of 'snowflake' students, and 'positive' discrimination and diversity drives galore. In the midst of all this, Brexit begins. When the university claims to have discovered a founding document giving it the right, with royal approval, to declare independence from Britain and continued loyalty to the EU, the vast majority of staff and students are delighted. However, things may not be quite as simple as they first seem. It is how Crump negotiates this and more which forms the basis of this entertainingly absurd and timely novel, and which will ultimately decide his future and his fate. It's like a cross between Catch-22 and Lucky Jim for the Brexit generation. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Mother is it Worth it? Is a hilarious, heartwarming and deeply emotional memoir which seeks to explore two questions. Firstly, if it's sensible to leave prosperous careers in suburbia and move to an idyllic spot in the countryside to enjoy an unstructured, unusual life, which leads to the realisation of what is really important for a contented existence. Secondly, what would you do if a beloved family member becomes ill with a long-term disability, and you feel unable to place them in residential care? The book looks at how Rusley Turner and her husband resolved these questions, in an inspiring recollection of caring for a relative with a mental illness, with sundry other snippets about their lives including moving to the Welsh Outback. It will appeal to readers who are thinking about, or already caring for a loved one, or those considering a change of pace in life. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. This delightful new children's book, Saving Maya, is perfect for readers aged 8 and above. It tells the story of two dogs who are destined to become sisters. An uplifting tale, based on a true-life story, not only introduces young readers to pet rescue and adoption, but also educates children about the cruel reality of today's puppy trade, where dogs are confined in farms to produce puppies. Readers first meet Willow, a much-loved family pet living a happy normal life with Patsy. One day, Patsy decides to get Willow a sister but, she soon finds out that something is not right; she discovers that many of the puppies she admires come from awful places: puppy farms! Maya is one of those dogs. She's stuck in a filthy, dark barn and has been there her whole life. When readers first meet Maya, she's in a terrible state and fears her life is nearly over. However, rescue comes and readers follow Maya's journey to a place of safety, where for the first time in her life, she experiences kindness and eventually finds herself living with Willow and Patsy. This tale of courage and survival will appeal to children who enjoy tales about animals. Saving Maya can also be used in the classroom to educate children on the ethics of animal cruelty. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Fine. Singapore. 1940. John Garrett, a young army doctor is impatient for the War to arrive in the Far East. He longs for the excitement of battle and a chance to prove his skills on the front line. He is not prepared for surrender or imprisonment. Based on a true story, The Mind's Garden explores the intensity of wartime relationships and the urge to discover value, meaning and purpose when faced with adversity. It is not a typical POW narrative, but instead explores how men cope when their freedom is snatched from them. The story also follows the lives of others, each of whom makes discoveries about themselves; Bea, a nurse with whom John forms his first mature relationship; Richard Henderson who has joined the army to escape a scandal; Roger Lester who sees the war as one big adventure and a chance to make his parents proud of him; Alan Rose, a bombardier, whose down to earth ideas have an impact on his fellow captives. And all the while, back in war-torn England, Min, John Garrett's mother, has to find her own way of surviving the long years of separation. Alison Jesson's father was one of 400 men held in a propaganda camp in Korea which the Japanese set up in order to convince the west they were treating their prisoners well, and this novel has been based on his letters, diaries and experiences.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. These twin tales follow the raising of the Kings Standard at Nottingham Castle in 1642, through to 1646, when King Charles surrended to the Scottish army outside Newark. Set in Nottinghamshire, Uncivil War tells the story of five children caught in the conflict of the English Civil War. Tom, a stable boy; his sister Meg, a maidservant at Pierrepoint Hall; Nick, who never wanted to be a soldier; Jed, who did but later regrets it; and Alice, who is left to help run a refuge for victims. Seen through the eyes of innocent children, Uncivil War depicts the characters initial excitement at the thought of conflict but later hating the war and questioning the need for it at all. This book highlights the struggles children may face during wartime, as well as the lessons that still need to be learnt. While all the children are fictitious, the main adult characters are based on real people who lived in the county of Nottinghamshire at the time. This book gives a modern take to novels such as Marriotts Children of the New Forest. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Long-listed for the Exeter Novel Prize, Melting in the Middle is a literary comedy about redemption and second chances, played out amid the madness of modern life. For Stephen Carreras, life is in turmoil. His career with Britains worst chocolate company is heading for the rocks when its taken over by US confectionery giant Schmaltz. Hes just turned forty, hes messed up on marriage and is struggling to keep a toehold in the lives of his monosyllabic teenage children. Then he meets Rachel, who dances to a very different beat. She challenges him to do good among the carnage that surrounds him. But to do so, he must confront his past and work out all over again what really matters Praise for Melting in the Middle: The dialogue zips along at a pace that keeps the reader on their toes without running out of breath Ian McMillan, poet, author and presenter of The Verb on BBC Radio 3 Whip-smart funny and brilliantly observed. Howden is a great storyteller, turning recognisable personalities and corporate events into sharp and clever comedy. Louise Fein, author of People Like Us I was completely charmed. Funny, poignant and uplifting. Cathie Hartigan, author of Notes From The Lost. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. When Sarah Moore and her husband Gary learned that they were expecting a baby, they thought their wait was over. After a long and challenging path to become parents, they felt certain their deepest prayers had been answered and they would soon be parents. When they learned just weeks later that that was not to be, the couple knew that some other good must be to come from their experience. And it was from there that For the Love of Lentil was born. Based substantially on entries in Sarahs personal journals, the book is a candid, no-holds-barred account of the experiences of just one of the many thousands of couples who face challenges on the path to parenthood each year. It aims to help break through the taboo that leads to miscarriage being a little-talked-about subject and seeks to highlight the positive, as well as negative, experiences the couple had along the road of seeking and mourning a child. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.