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A Brief Splash of Joy and Other Stories
Transport yourself to the heart of South and Central Africa with this collection of short stories about ordinary people. Aged between 18 and 50, these characters find themselves entangled in situations that lead to tragedy, dishonesty, and betrayal.
In one story, an older man takes advantage of his publishing manager friend’s goodwill and sells a business sponsored by the manager behind his back for his own profit. In another story, an unpopular man in a company becomes a ‘hero’ after being attacked on a staff fishing trip on the Zambezi River, leading to his promotion and a change in attitude towards those who invited him on the trip.
Other stories follow the desires of ordinary people, such as a man who searches for a married woman he met years ago in Malawi, a successful business owner who starts doing good things for others before taking a wrong turn, and an 18-year-old schoolboy who falls for his friend’s girlfriend.
Each story takes you on a journey of human nature and the consequences of our actions. Tragedy, dishonesty, and back-stabbing await in this compelling collection set against the backdrop of South and Central Africa.
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Romeo and Romeo
Set within the vivid imagination of a seven-year-old boy, this story unfolds in the shadows of a life not yet touched by the promise of opportunity and escape. Young Dylann must navigate a maze of challenges to reach a brighter, more hopeful chapter. In his quest, he encounters Callum, a pivotal presence with unforeseen significance. Meanwhile, Dylann’s father confronts his own demons, wrestling with a shadowy history of addiction that must be reconciled for the family to move forward. Together, they seek the light at the end of the tunnel, where past and future are entwined.
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The Desperada Cowgirls
Mustang Sally embarks on a journey that will shape not only her destiny but also the course of world events. Set against the backdrop of New Mexico’s mountains, her adventure takes her to Australia’s outback and beyond, where she encounters other young women who will play pivotal roles in her life and in shaping history. Together, they form the Desperada Cowgirls.
The Desperada Cowgirls embark on a mythical odyssey of self-discovery. Comprising the Council of the Seven Sisters, each member possesses a unique and extraordinary gift. These gifts range from maintaining eternal youth, predicting the future, and creating weaponry that targets ill intent, to controlling wealth and communications, and even the power to cook up changes. The story unfolds as the author explores whether these gifts will lead to a better world or only add to the existing chaos.
As the Desperadas interact with significant global events, they leave an indelible mark on history. The narrative delves into how their actions influence future outcomes.
In her novel The Desperada Cowgirls, author Jane Lawton offers a contemporary reinterpretation of the star sisters of the Pleiades constellation. This fast-paced tale will captivate young adult readers, drawing them into a world where modern stars align to create a thrilling narrative.
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Kingdom of Heroes
In a kingdom ravaged by war, two formidable armies are locked in an unceasing battle, each determined to claim victory over the other.
Amidst this chaos, a band of unlikely heroes emerges, each bringing unique skills and backgrounds. They must quickly learn to adapt and collaborate to thwart an unprecedented attack deep within their homeland. This group includes an aging Ranger, the son of a wealthy merchant, a Captain from the King’s Guard, and an orphaned girl who is accompanied by a group of extraordinary friends.
Together, they embark on a perilous journey across the vast continent of Gala’mor, racing against time to stop the advancing enemy and save their kingdom from imminent downfall.
In a realm as expansive and fraught with danger as Gala’mor, where enemies lurk around every corner, it becomes clear that saving a kingdom requires more than just a single hero. This tale is a testament to the power of unity and courage in the face of overwhelming odds.
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Flowers of the Demon Lord
Space pilot Milton Brown’s journey takes a perilous turn when he touches down in the blistering desert of planet Pangolin, his ship laden with metric bananas – a curious cargo that fuels his addiction to a drug causing devastating amnesia. Amidst his struggles with a smoking habit and haunting depression, Milton’s path crosses with Rashalika, the High Demonlord, who intriguingly sees potential in Milton for his mystical cult.
As Milton is thrust into a fierce power struggle, he finds himself between Quesha, the ruthless High Demonlady, and Rashalika, who, despite his quest for dominance over the interplanetary portals, aspires to reach the ethical pinnacle of the garden of Sequa.
Torn between affections for the sentient mechoid Karen, whose own mission to extract his rare DNA evolves into something tender, and the enchanting Demonlady Carmelia, wielding a hypnotic flute, Milton faces choices that transcend realms. As the narrative unfolds, Milton must navigate a labyrinth of love, loyalty, and identity – where the heart’s direction is as mysterious as the stars themselves.
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Bite in the Nite
In the quaint town where silence whispers secrets, young Caleb’s life is rooted in ordinary days, until the new girl of the village steps into his world. Her presence is a mystery, her past a shadow, yet the allure of love draws Caleb into the unknown, unravelling his existence in ways unimaginable.
As sinister forces emerge from the gloom, their tranquil town morphs into a playground of unseen malevolence. With an evil unknown chasing their shadows, they find themselves on a perilous run, a chase that leads them through a portal into realms veiled from human eyes.
Now in a dimension where evil reigns with a dark hand, they face a malevolent force that thrives in the abyss. Battling a terror they barely comprehend, the stakes are life and death, with love being their only shield.
Will they win this fight? Is it really love? Or will they die for each other? In this dangerous quest for victory, will love conquer all, or will it be their downfall?
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Meg's Destiny
In 1880, young Meg and her father embark on a perilous journey to Australia, but tragedy strikes when her father falls ill and passes away. Upon reaching Melbourne, Meg is relegated to a harsh life in a workhouse. Months later, she’s dispatched to New Zealand for work, only to be swept overboard during a storm near the coast.
Miraculously, Meg washes ashore in a secluded cove on New Zealand’s West Coast, where she’s discovered by a local farmer, Jock, and his wife, Mary Ann. Welcomed into their modest homestead, Meg begins to carve out a new life for herself.
As she becomes acquainted with the local community, intriguing truths come to light: her uncanny connection with animals, her blossoming friendship with Gypsy travellers, and whispers of a destiny she’s meant to fulfil.
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Nascent of Evil
In the wake of her school’s ruin, Julianna’s life takes an ominous turn when a figure from her past resurfaces, shrouded in sinister company. This unexpected reunion thrusts them into a whirlwind of mysteries as eerie newcomers infiltrate the academy, weaving a dangerous web around every acquaintance. As events spiral out of control, Julianna’s self-centered choices lead her into peril, confronting death in a desperate bid for survival. Now, every gamble could mean severe wounds or a sliver of hope. As calamity threatens to shred their unity, will Julianna muster the strength to rally her comrades, or will they shatter under the crushing weight of evil? Amidst a play of fate, only two outcomes beckon – triumph or obliteration. Which will prevail in this chilling tale of dark alliances and nascent malevolence?
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Onirohora
In Onirohora, we are introduced to Constantine, a thirty-three-year-old man at the brink of despair. Life’s relentless challenges have left him without hope, a situation further compounded when his girlfriend Alicia ends their relationship. In a quest to escape his pain, Constantine takes a fateful drive to a place he holds dear, only to meet with an unexpected accident that transports him to a realm beyond the ordinary constraints of time and space.
This magical world, reminiscent of myths and legends, offers Constantine a rare opportunity for a fresh start. In this extraordinary place, he encounters two pivotal figures: a young boy brimming with energy and wisdom, and a cynical old man who has given up on life.
Constantine’s journey in Onirohora is fraught with challenges, as he finds himself in a land where the forces of good and evil are in a delicate balance. A veil of mystery cloaks this realm, where the convergence of religion and technology seeks to decode the mysteries of the divine.
Survival in Onirohora is uncertain. Can Constantine rise against the encroaching darkness threatening to engulf him? Will he be able to harness his inner strength to transform his life and secure a better future? The outcome rests on the resilience of Constantine’s will and his newfound enlightenment in this surreal and transformative journey.
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Echoes from a Time Passage: Book 4
Axzis, son of Thela the Swordsmistress and Vasmox the head of the institute of the Paranormal in New Sydney, knows about his Ezskiasian heritage, though he has never been Over There. His rich and varied life as a student and lute player is, however, interrupted when he catches sight of a strange, masked figure on the side walk opposite where he lives. From then on his life takes dramatic turns where he comes face to face with his roots.
Lucy, a middle-aged Zealandian academic receives a large sum of money from an unknown source, which prompts her to finally follow her dreams and explore sides of her nature which have remained on hold for most of her life. So, she goes north to the mystical and myth-laden area of the beautiful Hokianga Harbour and the home of the patupaiarehe, fairies of Māori mythology. Her historic new home is beautiful. The forest mysterious and compelling. Then, in a strange configuration of trees resembling a tunnel, she comes face to face with something not wholly unexpected…
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Heavens Above!
The Afterlife: in the Tribunal of the Dead, the recently deceased Glaikit, an incorrigible cheat in life, is about to be sentenced to a new and very tedious form of existence by Judge Prudence Drinkwater. The sudden appearance of the chariot-driving hero Sleekit allows Glaikit to cheat her fate one more time, before she changes her mind yet again, reincarnating as the surprisingly spry 70-year-old Australian Merci, married to an American ex-marine and living with a small, slightly suspicious dog…
Full of inventive situations and witty insights, Janet Roberts’ sharply written novella combines imaginative fantasy with a sly, surrealistic humour.
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The Arrangement
In the heart of a seemingly ordinary life, Steven, a reserved individual, has long been disconnected from his lineage. However, destiny has plans of its own.
An unexpected encounter with an elderly visitor on his 16th birthday sets Steven on an unpredictable journey. Pulled towards the enigmatic landscapes of West Yorkshire, he finds himself immersed in a world far removed from the one he knew. As secrets unravel and shadows of his past emerge, Steven’s life is irrevocably altered by a pivotal choice: ‘The Arrangement.’ Dive into a tale of discovery, legacy, and the profound shifts that shape a person’s destiny.
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