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Professor Bongo's Bedtime Nursery Rhymes and Tales of Nonsense - Book Two
Book Two is a collection of hilariously funny nursery rhymes to share with reader and listener alike, as well as a colouring book for quieter times. The book includes such characters as, a foolish king and a clever fool, a troll who is always burping and farting because he only has rubbish to eat. Sir Ponsalot who goes to slay a very argumentative dragon. There is also an alien who is lost and can’t find his way home, three mice who are the best cheese bandits in the world and a genie who is very forgetful.
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The Gnomes Help To Catch The Burglar And Other Tales
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.
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The Secret of SmithTopia
Who knew that running away from a test would put you into an even harder one?
When Jean and Ben decided to cheat the school rules and go somewhere they should not, they definitely did not expect bizarre events to follow, that could possibly change their lives for the worst…
Follow their adventures as they get dragged unexpectedly into a completely different world – The Secret of SmithTopia.
To their surprise, Jean and Ben find themselves in real danger. Will they survive and get out of the mysterious and strange world? And what challenges will they have to face?
Read to find out the facts and fantasies about The Secret of SmithTopia through Jean and Ben’s magical journey (but not the type of typical magic you would expect!)
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A Chip off the Old Block
A collection of stories that touch upon all the human emotions, from the gentle lilt of the first story to the sombre tone of the second, to the comic shenanigans of the third. The stories then travel through all the spectrum of human frailties we all know so well. Whether it is laughter you want or something a bit more thought-provoking, the stories in this book will cater for all tastes. A good story is always one that entertains and each story in this collection does just that.
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Crossing the Lagan
This collection of short stories and vignettes is at once sad, humorous, and inspiring, set against the backdrop of the Diaspora. Woven from the recollections and experiences of childhood in a society divided by religion, expectations, despair, and hope, it tells the tales of those who crossed the Lagan in search of a better life. This canvas captures the fleeting nature of the Church’s influence and control, and the contempt for its hypocrisy.
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A Question and Other Stories
This collection of stories weaves together themes of faith, humour, the rawness of life, and the depths of tragedy. Each narrative poses a thought-provoking question that lingers in the mind: Can certain mysteries ever be truly answered?
One story unfolds with two letters bearing the words, ‘We can put this behind us,’ leading us to ponder whether the characters truly can move past their shared history. Another tale delves into the emotional turmoil of a wife deemed intellectually inferior by her spouse, exploring her poignant and powerful reaction.
Amidst these narratives, there is a story of hope realized in the birth of a child, a symbol of the future and new beginnings. In a surprising twist, what appears to be an extramarital affair turns out to be something entirely unexpected, challenging our perceptions and assumptions.
Each story in this collection offers a unique lens on life, presenting a tapestry of experiences that range from the everyday to the extraordinary. Together, they form a mosaic of human experience, reflecting the diversity and complexity of life itself.
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Journaling the Journey
There is but one life to live and one direction to go, one heart, mind, and soul, and one mission to fulfill: treat life as a journey, a journey worth embarking upon, one step at a time. Tackle the uphills and downhills, navigate the swamps and deserts, reflect during the rain showers, and dance when the sun shines. Always, always strive to come out ahead.
Enjoy the ride!
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Scattered Perspectives
Our perspectives in life are ever-changing, influenced by the people with whom we spend time, the experiences we encounter, and the challenges we face. How these factors affect our minds and emotions ultimately depends on us. While others may impact our viewpoints, the power to shape our perspectives ultimately lies within us.
However, occasionally, we all need guidance or a nudge towards self-realisation. These ‘guardian angels’ can manifest in various forms, be it a colleague, a neighbour, or even a beloved pet. Often, we may not immediately recognize their influence, but suddenly, clarity emerges, and we gain the insight we’ve been seeking.
In these moments of revelation, we might find ourselves laughing or crying in disbelief, wondering, ‘How did it take me so long to see this?’
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The Boy Who Had Nothing
Tim, a quiet and old-fashioned boy, is the only child of his devoted parents, Mary and David. Despite his intelligence and quick learning abilities, Tim faces constant bullying at school and struggles to make friends. As he enters his teenage years, Tim’s world is shattered when he discovers that he was adopted as a baby. Heartbroken and feeling lost, Tim finds solace in an unlikely friendship with Jennifer, a girl from a nearby farm. As their bond grows, the two become inseparable, and Jennifer’s presence in Tim’s life sets in motion a series of events that will change his destiny forever.
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Six Sherds
The six ‘sherds’ contained here – whether fragments of a novel, or short stories, or what you will – cover a good deal of ground, from a highly apocryphal tale of an errant young Jesus to a tattooist’s caper in Polynesia, stopping off in Renaissance Venice and England at the time of Queen Elizabeth I (with the Royal personage herself making a revealing appearance).
These disparate pieces are united by the eternal pursuits of love, desire and the quest for a higher power, all wrapped up in the author’s highly individual prose style, which contrives to be at once cynical and Olympian.
‘From the stables and pastures of Andrew Motion, the late Max Harris, David K. Wong, and Sid Stebel, comes the author, so shall ye read.’
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Nature's Friends
Nature is, at times, taken for granted. We have a tendency to forget that this has a lot of control over the outcome of every single day.
These short stories bring life, love and enjoyment to ordinary natural occurrences that happen every day. These stories teach us about the unknown team work between people and nature. These stories give personality to nature’s grandeur that may not usually be seen in such a way or appreciated.
Next time you look up at the night sky and find yourself enjoying the moon's glow, give the moon a name. Next time you are basking in the sun’s warmth or drying yourself off from the heavy rains, just remember that every element of nature has a purpose. They work together to give us a home so we can live, thrive, enjoy, grow, and form long-lasting friendships.
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The Fairy Dales of Alberton Forest
In the magical world of Fairy Dales, Pansydee has a loose tooth and is afraid that the others will fall out. Daisydimple receives a parcel containing her brand-new, big, round, yellow glasses and hides them away, and after Grandma Roseraine’s precious rose petals are stolen, the Dales fall into a deep sleep…
The fairies deal with challenges parallel to children in the real world, and with the help of each other, they can overcome anything!
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