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Spitfire Pilot
At the outbreak of the Second World War D. M. Crook was still undergoing his training. By...
Spitfire Pilot Albion Press
At the outbreak of the Second World War D. M. Crook was still undergoing his training. By the winter of 1939-40, he had his wings. Successfully applying to return to his Squadron, then on defence duties in northern England, Crook began to familiarise himself with their new fighter: the Spitfire. Following the Allied evacuation from France, Crook found himself facing the relentless sorties as the skies above Britain transformed into a battlefield. ‘Spitfire Pilot’ is a remarkable account of one officer’s life in 609 Squadron, the excitement, the anxieties and the camaraderie, during The Battle of Britain - one of the most famous battles of the Second World War.
The Reluctant Caregiver: Missives from the Ca...
Not everyone is born a natural caregiver.
One moment, digital journalist Joy J...
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One moment, digital journalist Joy J...
The Reluctant Caregiver: Missives from the Caregiving Minefields Joy Johnston
Not everyone is born a natural caregiver.
One moment, digital journalist Joy Johnston is a cynical workaholic with an underwater mortgage. The next moment, she faces the responsibility of caring for her eccentric mother who's battling colon cancer, just six months after her father's death from Alzheimer's. As an only child, she has no choice but to slap on the latex gloves, and get to know more about her mother — and herself — than she ever imagined possible.
The road from reluctance to resilience is bumpy and splattered with bodily fluids, but it also offers unforgettable lessons. Peppered with snarky humor, vivid observations, and poignant honesty, this essay collection will resonate with anyone drafted into a family health crisis.
One moment, digital journalist Joy Johnston is a cynical workaholic with an underwater mortgage. The next moment, she faces the responsibility of caring for her eccentric mother who's battling colon cancer, just six months after her father's death from Alzheimer's. As an only child, she has no choice but to slap on the latex gloves, and get to know more about her mother — and herself — than she ever imagined possible.
The road from reluctance to resilience is bumpy and splattered with bodily fluids, but it also offers unforgettable lessons. Peppered with snarky humor, vivid observations, and poignant honesty, this essay collection will resonate with anyone drafted into a family health crisis.
The Mugello Diaries
Martyn was a racer, a motorcycle racer. The kind of guy who does what he says.
When his bes...
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When his bes...
The Mugello Diaries Kipper Fillet
Martyn was a racer, a motorcycle racer. The kind of guy who does what he says.
When his best friend of many years suggested they embark on a road trip to get over his failed marriage, he was all ears.
After months of research and Scrooge style saving, the destination was set.
Mugello, in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, to watch the Motogp series.
The journey was to take two days each way and be the holiday of a lifetime.
The plans didn’t include Martyn crashing and breaking his neck two weeks before they left…
When his best friend of many years suggested they embark on a road trip to get over his failed marriage, he was all ears.
After months of research and Scrooge style saving, the destination was set.
Mugello, in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, to watch the Motogp series.
The journey was to take two days each way and be the holiday of a lifetime.
The plans didn’t include Martyn crashing and breaking his neck two weeks before they left…
THE MAN WHO WOULD NOT KISS WOMEN mohamed bouzitoune
Dancing with Elephants : Mindfulness Training...
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Want to enjoy the life you are living, even as you face major life chal...
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Want to enjoy the life you are living, even as you face major life chal...
Dancing with Elephants : Mindfulness Training for Those Living with Dementia, Chronic Illness or an Aging Brain (Sampler) Jarem Sawatsky
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Want to enjoy the life you are living, even as you face major life challenges?
Is your mind succumbing to age? Is your body failing you? Can you ever find joy, peace, or fulfillment in these challenging conditions? The answer is a resounding YES.
When author Jarem Sawatsky was given his terminal diagnosis, he quit his job as a professor and devoted his life to exploring how to living with chronic conditions. Now he’s bringing his findings and insights to you.
In Dancing With Elephants, you’ll discover:
- Simple practices to bring healing to your heart and life to your new outlook
- Humorous (and occasionally heart-wrenching) stories of Sawatsky’s own journey
- Multiple ways to build confidence, even when shaken to the core
Want to enjoy the life you are living, even as you face major life challenges?
Is your mind succumbing to age? Is your body failing you? Can you ever find joy, peace, or fulfillment in these challenging conditions? The answer is a resounding YES.
When author Jarem Sawatsky was given his terminal diagnosis, he quit his job as a professor and devoted his life to exploring how to living with chronic conditions. Now he’s bringing his findings and insights to you.
In Dancing With Elephants, you’ll discover:
- Simple practices to bring healing to your heart and life to your new outlook
- Humorous (and occasionally heart-wrenching) stories of Sawatsky’s own journey
- Multiple ways to build confidence, even when shaken to the core
The Journey in Between
El Camino de Santiago is the fabled path that weaves through French and Spanish countryside for 1,00...
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The Journey in Between Keith Foskett
El Camino de Santiago is the fabled path that weaves through French and Spanish countryside for 1,000 miles to its hallowed destination at Santiago de Compostella. Thousands attempt to walk its entirety each year: some succeed, many fail.
Keith Foskett hiked the Camino to indulge his love for the outdoors and hiking. He was assailed by new experiences and unexpected discoveries – from the pain of blisters and extremes of temperature to encountering kleptomaniacs, fake faith healers and being threatened with arrest in Spain for ‘not sleeping’.
Written with insight, observation and a healthy dose of humour, this book shows it is rarely the start and the finish that count, but the journey in between.
Keith Foskett hiked the Camino to indulge his love for the outdoors and hiking. He was assailed by new experiences and unexpected discoveries – from the pain of blisters and extremes of temperature to encountering kleptomaniacs, fake faith healers and being threatened with arrest in Spain for ‘not sleeping’.
Written with insight, observation and a healthy dose of humour, this book shows it is rarely the start and the finish that count, but the journey in between.
LOVE The Beat Goes On
When your cardiologist tells you to “Get your affairs in order, your heart condition is incurable,”...
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LOVE The Beat Goes On Lynda Filler
When your cardiologist tells you to “Get your affairs in order, your heart condition is incurable,” what do you do?
Lynda shares her personal story in the typical fast-paced, edgy style she’s known for in her writing. She will walk you through her journey to self-love sharing her belief in journals, love, prayer, soul, spirituality and positive mindset.
She’s hard-hitting but compassionate. She writes about romantic experiences that may shock you but makes no apologies. Nor does she hold back taking responsibility for the things that she believes created her dis-ease.
You will shake your head in wonder, laugh, and maybe cry too. If you want less pain, worry, and stress about dis-ease and life in general, you will want to read this simple yet powerful story. THIS IS A PREVIEW.
Lynda shares her personal story in the typical fast-paced, edgy style she’s known for in her writing. She will walk you through her journey to self-love sharing her belief in journals, love, prayer, soul, spirituality and positive mindset.
She’s hard-hitting but compassionate. She writes about romantic experiences that may shock you but makes no apologies. Nor does she hold back taking responsibility for the things that she believes created her dis-ease.
You will shake your head in wonder, laugh, and maybe cry too. If you want less pain, worry, and stress about dis-ease and life in general, you will want to read this simple yet powerful story. THIS IS A PREVIEW.
Hot Flashes of Life
Hot Flashes of Life, is a sometimes whimsical, sometimes thought provoking, always entertaining, whi...
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Hot Flashes of Life Rachel Ellyn
Hot Flashes of Life, is a sometimes whimsical, sometimes thought provoking, always entertaining, whirlwind tour of life seen through the author's globe trotting short stories. This book features two of Rachel’s favorite genres, Creative Non-Fiction and Flash Fiction. Flash Fiction is quite simply a very short story. But this genre fuels heated debate over word count with proponents voicing opinions from 50 to 1,500 words. The fun part is this genre has become a literary necessity in our modern, 24/7, on-to-go society. Read, enjoy, and remember when.
Drive, Ride, Repeat: The Mostly-True Account...
Author Al Macy is a character and a tightwad with a unique sense of humor. He and his wife squirrele...
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Drive, Ride, Repeat: The Mostly-True Account of a Cross-Country Car and Bicycle Adventure Al Macy
Author Al Macy is a character and a tightwad with a unique sense of humor. He and his wife squirreled away enough money to retire early, do interesting things, and take unusual trips. As he puts it:
“Every day I wake up with nothing to do, and by the end of the day, I've only gotten half of it done.”
During his working life, Macy was a neuroscientist, computer game programmer, jazz trombonist, chef, CEO, piano player, clam digger, and technical writer.
The book is a journal of a car/bicycle/camping trip from California to St. Louis and back, but Macy promises that “if it starts sounding like one of your brother-in-law’s boring slide shows, I will stop this book, and we’ll turn around and go home. I mean it.”
“Every day I wake up with nothing to do, and by the end of the day, I've only gotten half of it done.”
During his working life, Macy was a neuroscientist, computer game programmer, jazz trombonist, chef, CEO, piano player, clam digger, and technical writer.
The book is a journal of a car/bicycle/camping trip from California to St. Louis and back, but Macy promises that “if it starts sounding like one of your brother-in-law’s boring slide shows, I will stop this book, and we’ll turn around and go home. I mean it.”
Blue Ice, White Powder
“A compelling read!"
Friendships tested and deadly objectives risked on a BIG mountain....
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Friendships tested and deadly objectives risked on a BIG mountain....
Blue Ice, White Powder Jack Moscrop
“A compelling read!"
Friendships tested and deadly objectives risked on a BIG mountain.
“Fascinating, scary, and a bit insane...”
4.5 out of 5 Star Avg on GoodReads.com!
Stuck in their bunkhouse, summit-fevered Rob proposed risky solutions to scale the highest peak in Western Europe. Pete, duelling with his fortieth birthday, seconded Rob. Exasperated, Jack tried to talk sense into both of them. Then a scary Canadian walked through the door... A true short story.
Friendships tested and deadly objectives risked on a BIG mountain.
“Fascinating, scary, and a bit insane...”
4.5 out of 5 Star Avg on GoodReads.com!
Stuck in their bunkhouse, summit-fevered Rob proposed risky solutions to scale the highest peak in Western Europe. Pete, duelling with his fortieth birthday, seconded Rob. Exasperated, Jack tried to talk sense into both of them. Then a scary Canadian walked through the door... A true short story.
BY THE LIGHT OF THE SILVERY MOON PREQUEL
AN ORDINARY GIRL ARRIVES IN LONDON IN THE 1990'S WITH UNCLEAR ASPIRATIONS BUT WITH A DETERMINATION T...
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BY THE LIGHT OF THE SILVERY MOON PREQUEL Sarah Tansey
AN ORDINARY GIRL ARRIVES IN LONDON IN THE 1990'S WITH UNCLEAR ASPIRATIONS BUT WITH A DETERMINATION TO ENJOY LIFE. FOLLOWING A TURBULENT RELATIONSHIP WHICH INCLUDES THE HEAVY USE OF RECREATIONAL DRUGS THE WRITER DEVELOPS PARANOID SCHIZOPHRENIA. THIS IS HER STORY, TOLD WITH HUMOUR AND INSIGHT. A STORY OF COPING WITH THE DISEASE AND MEETING THE CHALLENGES OF RAISING A SON. TOLD WITH WARMTH AND INSIGHT, SHE SHOWS THAT THERE IS HOPE AND THERE IS A FUTURE FOR THOSE SUFFERING WITH SCHIZOPHRENIA. THE STORY IS INTERSPERSED WITH PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE AUTHOR'S PAINTINGS COMPLETED AS A COMPONENT OF ART THERAPY. BY THE LIGHT OF THE SILVERY MOON IS THE FIRST PART OF A SERIES OF MEMOIRS LOOKING INTO MENTAL HEALTH TODAY. IF YOU LIKE 'HENRY'S DEMONS' THEN YOU'LL LOVE SARAH TANSEY'S NEW BOOK.
Cold
If you love Anne Lamott and Jenny Lawson, COLD might just be the next book that keeps you up all nig...
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Cold Victoria Dougherty
If you love Anne Lamott and Jenny Lawson, COLD might just be the next book that keeps you up all night turning pages. Experience what advance readers have called "magical" "raw" and "gorgeous storytelling."
Who does not love a book about an assassain who is sadistic?
In the opening chapter of Welcome to the Hotel Yalta we accompany Paha Tarkhan on a train journey through the Czechoslovakian countryside. Dougherty employs her writing skill to inform much about Pasha, his life, and his character throughout these opening lines. A native from Georgia, we learn he cannot return home for fear of being ousted by his mother as a traitor to the Soviet Union. He is to rendezvous at a safe house run by Miss Bick. She was once his mistress. Pasha, as it turns out, has many mistresses. When convalescing from chest pains brought on by nothing more sinister than indigestion, he has a fling with Aprilia his nurse. On this journey, he is accompanied by Brandy France, a diplomat's wife, and she is not shy of passionate interludes, regardless of the circumstances. Dougherty's style is crisp and uncluttered with a natural flow. At the time of this review, Welcome to the Hotel Yalta is offered as a free download on Amazon. A recommended read while this free version is on offer.
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The Knowing-Awake in the Dark
The Knowing: Awake in the Dark is the true story of a young woman's journey as she struggles to find...
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The Knowing-Awake in the Dark Nita Lapinski
The Knowing: Awake in the Dark is the true story of a young woman's journey as she struggles to find her own self-worth, dignity, and love amidst a violent predator, secrets, deception and lies.
What Would a Muslim Say? Conversations, Quest...
There are many books that teach Islam, preach it, criticize it, or academically explain it. The focu...
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What Would a Muslim Say? Conversations, Questions, and Answers About Islam Ahmed Lotfy Rashed
There are many books that teach Islam, preach it, criticize it, or academically explain it. The focus of this book is different. This book is a compilation of actual conversation transcripts, showcasing everyday people asking real questions and getting real answers about Islam.