Bøger udgivet af Austin Macauley

Embark on a gripping journey through the gritty streets of London, where thirteen-year-old Justin Blackstock's life takes a harrowing turn. While on a trip with his father, Justin bears witness to the chilling murder of a young Russian girl. But the danger doesn't end there - desperate to protect his son, Justin's father, Rob, becomes entangled in the treacherous web of London street gangs, which ultimately leads to the unthinkable: the abduction of his own daughter. Rob finds himself thrust into a shadowy world he never anticipated, confronting secrets that should have remained buried. Now, he must navigate the treacherous landscape of organized gangs and corrupt police officers, who are under the enigmatic command of a figure known only as The Inspector. Unbeknownst to them all, they are in a fierce race against the notorious Russian Mafia, each vying to secure a gemstone rumoured to hold the key to uncovering the long-lost Russian Crown Jewels. As Rob's family teeters on the edge of destruction, he becomes their last hope. Determined to save his loved ones, Rob embarks on a perilous quest to unmask The Inspector and retrieve the priceless jewel himself. Along the way, he encounters the captivating Susan Williams, an ex-military crime investigator whose courage and tenacity match his own. Together, they delve deeper into the heart of darkness, pursuing The Inspector across the treacherous landscapes of Russia, until they finally confront the menacing leaders of the Russian Mafia.

In Detective Inspector Denison Stories: The Imposter and the Informers' Murders, the chilling discovery of two murdered colleagues thrusts Detective Inspector Denison into the most personal and challenging case of his career. With scant clues and a list of suspects that keeps growing, Denison and his dedicated team must navigate a maze of secrets and deceit. Every lead, every hunch, and every decision becomes critical as they race against time to unravel the mystery. But as they delve deeper, Denison learns that the truth may be more treacherous than he ever imagined. Will he bring the killer to justice before they strike again?

Gijima is a newly-hatched baby tortoise. One day, he decides he would like to leave the safety of the tortoise sanctuary, where he lives with his mother and siblings, and take a trip to see the world. He soon discovers that the life of a tortoise has many dangers. He must learn new lessons to avoid being harmed and captured. In the end, he makes a friend and they travel together helping other animals.

Do you want to have sex and make a baby whenever and with whomever you want? Do you give a lot of thought to choosing a partner and the moment of conception, taking the natural order of things into consideration including the cosmic and astronomic laws, and be part of the 'symmetric organization of human reproduction'? Yuri Romashev is the first author to tackle this topic and discover the truth about multifarious modern conventions and myths. What exactly is love? And the prince on the white horse? Junk logic? The same holds true of the partner choice and mating urge inspired by religious irrationality and other group pressures. Romashev expects this topic to remain of interest for years to come. Certainly, as long as most babies are conceived in an intense emotional outburst or in response to outdated traditions.He proposes a solution, a new calendar system, a new timetable with responses to essential questions like Who is destined to be the true partner? What is the right time for conception? and What is symmetric fertilization of the individual? A surprising text awaits the reader filled with intriguing and hitherto hidden knowledge, for example about hidden symmetry and what most do not yet know about the Gregorian calendar created in 1582. What is the symbol of our life that is hidden in the 365-day Gregorian calendar?!

Face masks have become the banner of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although they have slowly gone away, with the advent of returning to daily life, new Covid strains have returned. As adults, we have mastered communicating through our eyes and body language. However, for small children, they may miss the nuances of facial expression. Not seeing one's face could actually scare small children as they don't see smiles or frowns. This story reflects a day in the life of a boy named Marcos who has become depressed from continuously wearing a mask. It made it difficult for him to get through his day. Hopefully, The Perfect Day will help him to quickly return to the life he once had. Only time will tell if this is possible for all children emotionally, socially, and academically. This author is betting that children are more resilient than we give them credit for. For Marcos, The Perfect Day is today!

My name is Dougay Roberre. I've been living on the Cote d'Azur for nine months and in that time, I've solved the death of a beautiful blonde, survived a serious beating by criminals, and unraveled a 40-year-old mystery.Now with a five percent share in l'Opera Mozart, I have big plans for 'my café'. That is if I can stay out of trouble and solve a few nagging questions.Why is there an out-of-town detective shining a torch onto the cafe from the alley?Why is Paul Villan, property developer, interested in a family park?Why is notorious film star Belinda Swann back in town dressed as a man?"The sad thing about widespread corruption," continued M'sieur Pom, "is that most of it is for small amounts. Why do people sell their souls for such little return? They should make the deceitfulness worthwhile. Forget 10 euro, pocket 10,000 from behind a smoke screen."

Step into a fantastical world of knights, dragons, wizards, and magical beasts in The Dragons of Magnetia. Prince Julian, seventh in line for the throne, possesses the rare ability to control the four Elements of Nature. Yet, this gift feels more like a curse as he must prepare to defeat the prophesized dragons, whose awakening is imminent. With the unexpected arrival of these fierce creatures, Julian and his companions embark on a treacherous journey filled with unpredictable turns and shattering secrets. Join them in this epic adventure and discover the fate of Magnetia!

The Skimmer crew have left the Chinese owned GloberCorpMining mineral Harvester to install a new technology on other Skimmers. However, someone is trying to gain access to the technology that has been developed. The pirates may have been infiltrated by a rogue group. Something has also changed on the Harvester. The Sea Hunters become aware of the evolving situation. Unbeknown to Ngarra's crew, a super weather cell is developing in "the Area". Isolated and alone, they must find a way to overcome a standoff and avoid capture. Meanwhile, there is a growing urgency to push ahead with completion of the overdrive trials for the Skimmers. Ngarra's crew are aware that there is much more to the Skimmers than they are led to believe.

Step into the captivating world of Cyprus, a tranquil island during the serene mid-1930s, where the lives of two extraordinary sisters and a talented young man unfold against a backdrop of freedom, love, and ambition.In this quietly passionate love story, the sisters embark on their personal battles for freedom and love, defying societal expectations and ancient traditions. Their journey intertwines with that of a young man from the remote mountains of Marathasa, who yearns for recognition and happiness in a world that often overlooks him.As the story unfolds, a family steeped in self-importance and propriety grapples with the upheaval caused by their daughter's rebellion against age-old customs. Amidst the complexities of human relationships, the island itself reveals its captivating beauty - its land, sea, mountains, and its people, forgotten by the outside world.But this idyllic slumber is about to be shattered as Cyprus awakens to the turbulent waters of violent protest and international politics. As the island finds itself at the crossroads of historical events, the characters are swept up in a wave of change, testing their resilience and challenging their deepest desires.

Behind the Sales delves deep into the intricate world of sales, revealing the people, motivations, and strategies that drive success. Explore the detailed preparations, digital systems, and routes taken by seasoned sales professionals. This book goes beyond just the mechanics, touching upon the personal motivations that fuel achievement. From team dynamics to tactical approaches, it offers a comprehensive guide designed to help you hit and surpass your targets. Discover the unseen facets of sales and unlock the secrets to success.

This aviation/travel journal is an account of the author's experiences in 59 years of travelling the globe. His half-Scottish roots may have something to do with his yearning for a desire to visit a number of cold-weather countries that many of us might stay away from, but might like to read about! There are some tropical visits and temperate ones too, but the latest tally has been 21 landings or take-offs within the Arctic Circle, and photos included in the book show Greenland, Iceland, Faroes, Svalbard (sometimes called Spitzbergen), The Falklands and Antarctica amongst others, but there are some in warmer temperature zones! Over those years of travel 124 separate trips have been made involving over 450 different flights. In the early years, many were propeller aircraft and then later jet transport but over that period 64 different types have been flown, and each is supported in the book by brief technical notes and a photo. The author's work in airline operations and then later in the travel agency sector allowed him the opportunity to extensively travel the world and see these sights. Later in retirement, the travel bug has continued. Interspersed into the timeline of the book is the author's autobiography of his time spent in the three countries he has lived in during his working life.

Step into a world of whimsy and wonder with Cyril the Squirrel and Friends. Not only will you be captivated by Cyril's delightful escapades, but you'll also get to engage your creativity. Each story comes with its own set of dot-to-dot puzzles and colouring pages, designed to complement the tales. Perfect for young readers and artists alike, this book promises hours of fun and imagination. Join Cyril and his friends for adventures that entertain and activities that inspire!

Africa remains a continent that is yet to achieve its full potentials, despite an abundance of resources and a rich cultural pedigree. There have been various attempts to dissect the impediments to the continent's progress in its march towards development and true independence. Consequently, this book moves away from mere identification of challenges to proffering solutions. The ideas put forward about African development in this book draw from a multiplicity of backgrounds. They are also offered through the prism of the lived experiences of contributors who are keen on engendering an African solution that weaves global dynamics into Africa's cultural context and did not shy away from identifying themselves as global citizens from Africa. The compelling read is a critical appraisal of germane issues in Africa's quest for development which speaks truth to both the powerful and the powerless within and beyond Africa on why prioritising Africa's development is as pressing as the Global climate catastrophe.

Andrew Glen was born in Scotland and emigrated to Canada in 1912. Initially he worked as an engineer in Toronto, but in 1923 bought a small farm on the outskirts of Pickering. He continued to work on the land for the remainder of his active life and for a period in the 1930's he contributed a regular column to the 'Toronto Star'. He recorded his detailed observations of the changing seasons and farming activities related to the time of year. This book presents a selection of these rural essays, originally written between 1931 and 1938. As social history, these essays presented a vivid picture of a way of life unfamiliar to city dwellers at that time, and now provide a reminder of farming skills, implements such as 'The Old Binder', and procedures no longer witnessed by current country folk. His descriptive skills were extended to his animals and we meet amongst others 'Trotsky the Pup', The Crazy Cow' and 'Lazy Lou', one of his horses.Many of the articles contain a sprinkling of philosophy and politics. Andrew and his wife Dorothy had been staunch members of the Toronto Labour party and he became one of the founder members of the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation (CCF) in 1932, precursor to the National Democratic Party of Canada. This amalgam of talents and interests resulted in his ability to link up the moods of nature with his own hopes and aspirations for the future.

We are different in many aspects, including our appearance, personality, interests. Our home planet Earth is full of various kinds of flowers, fruits, animals. Our equipment, utensils, playthings, and movies we see vary. The world deprived of such variety is monotonous and intolerable. The obvious diversity all around the world gives beauty to our life. The idea for the current book is taken from the field of biodiversity, which refers to the various kinds of living species, including plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria on our home planet earth. Scientists estimate that the total number of species of land plants should be more than 450,000. There are about two million species of animals, most of which are insects. Scientists declare that more than two million marine species exist. It is noteworthy that the earth's biodiversity is so rich that many species on land and the seas have yet to be discovered. We Are Different shows the importance and necessity of this variety with attractive pictures. Unfortunately, the magical earth's biodiversity is seriously at risk because of harmful activities human. I hope one day all humans learn to respect living organisms and have a concern about the environment, ecosystem, and biodiversity.

In Full Circle: Memoir of A Vietnamese-Canadian Librarian, Vinh-The Lam tells the story of his journey from American-trained librarian in South Vietnam to Librarian Emeritus in Canada. After becoming the first US-educated President of the Vietnamese Library Association (VLA) in 1974, Lam worked alongside a team of fellow American-trained librarians to modernize and expand the South Vietnamese library system. He even founded the country's first library science department at V¿n H¿nh University. But after the fall of South Vietnam in 1975, the VLA and all of Lam's achievements were lost. He spent the next six years in poverty, before emigrating to Canada in 1981 and rebuilding his life and career. With a new start in North America, Lam made valuable contributions to the library community, eventually retiring as Librarian Emeritus from the University of Saskatchewan in 2006. When Vietnam appealed to overseas intellectuals to return and help the country move forward in the aftermath of the collapse of the Communist system, Lam and his former VLA team answered the call, ready to help Vietnam thrive in a new era of innovation and progress. This is the personal memoir of Lam's full journey, from Vietnam to Canada and back again.

Poems and illustrations from childhood can have memorable images and sounds which stay with us for a lifetime. Some of the poems have a spiritual quality; a sense of morality and highlight the importance of spending time with loved ones. They also emphasise the value of 'small things' and nature. Young people can often express wisdom beyond their years.Naturalistic illustrations are used in contrast to the familiar, brightly coloured, naïve drawings that are currently popular. The gentle calming images aim to complement and reflect the thought-provoking poetry making it suitable for bedtime reading. Either one or more poems can be read depending on time available, age or concentration of the child. Some illustrations are based on observations from nature and firsthand experiences, in and around the southwest of England. In contrast, there is an introduction to wild animals not native to the UK, i.e., elephant, sea eagle and giraffe.Some of the poems aim to encourage children to enjoy and engage with nature and increase their knowledge (i.e., factual inserts in text). It has been noted that children, in general, lack knowledge and experience of the natural world, unlike their predecessors. By seeking to introduce children to nature, outdoor interests, and experiences, it is hoped this in some way may go towards counteracting a sedentary lifestyle and avoid associated health problems. The book looks to encourage adults and children to read together; to discuss, to observe and explore questions that may arise.Information boxes give factual information about nature, animals, and plants to complement the poems.

Meet Adam - it's his fault whenever his football team loses, Angelina who sabotages her ballet classmates, Billy who can't sit still, Dora who has decided it's time to fall in love, Kathy who knows her own mind when it comes to fashion, Alice who starts a campaign to save the apricot tree in her backyard and Armellieery who has friends named 'Palooma, Cheetah and Paisleee with three e's'. These are a few of the characters who appear in One - a book of monologues for young performers.There are 81 solos in One. They are sometimes comic, sometimes tragic, sometimes magical and sometimes daring - each with something different to offer young people looking for dramatic content that is relevant, engaging and challenging. These performers may be studying Drama at secondary Colleges, university Performing Arts courses, Youth Theatre companies or preparing for eisteddfods and community events.The monologues here will also appeal to teachers of theatre and drama and prove useful in classes based on character and voice development, the use of dramatic elements and stagecraft, use of space, actor-audience relationships and the study of important theatrical theorists. These works will reward 'digging' beneath the surface to discover suggested or hidden meaning. One may also appeal to more mature readers and those with a love of theatre.Chris Dickins is a playwright, theatre director and teacher who has been working in the Performing Arts since 1973. He is a prolific playwright having written around 90 plays - many of which have been specially commissioned for small community companies. Chris' plays have been produced across Australia and Internationally; been studied for VCA Drama courses; used as teaching resources at universities and at NIDA and have been nominated for Victorian Green Room awards. In 1993 Chris represented Australia at the five writers from five Nations ASSITEJ international congress (the children's theatre branch of UNESCO) in Frankfurt, Germany where his theories on theatre were adopted into ASSITEJ archives. Chris shares his life with wife Christine and lives in the rural artisan village of Fish Creek, Victoria, Australia.

Nogo is different. For a start, he is the wrong colour. He is also much too small, has less horns than usual, and a bent tail. After seven decades of being teased and bullied by the other dragons - even the youngsters - Nogo is so fed up he asks his mum for advice, which she reluctantly gives.The following morning, having received vague instructions, he sets off to seek help from the Dragon Queen. He soon meets up with Rondo, the Sprong, who is on a mission to get help for his tribe. They decide to travel together and soon become good friends, working in partnership to overcome problems encountered on their journey.Many weeks later they are relieved to finally arrive at their destination. After a good night's rest, they tell wise old Queen Mag their reasons for travelling to see her. But will she be able to offer them solutions to their problems?

Rainbow Boy and The Magic Flying Carpet whisks readers away on a vibrant journey alongside Rainbow Boy. As he soars through valleys and deserts on his enchanted carpet, he encounters a tapestry of magical friends, each adding a splash of wonder to his adventure. Crafted with a captivating and whimsical style, this tale promises to hold readers spellbound from start to finish.

X in Provence is a novel about obsession, betrayal and survival set in a place that normally conjures up paradise.Soon after English journalist Rai leaves a thriving career in Hong Kong to live with Alain, a brilliant French sculptor in Provence, she is delighted to discover la dolce vita. But she also encounters a darker demimonde - the sex-sodden underbelly of this region of southern France. Call it the 'other' Provence. Rai is captivated by the novelty of it all and the loving reassurances of her charmer beau and is thrilled when he proposes. After marriage, however, Alain turns chilling, and conflict ignites between Rai's intellect and her internal dysfunctions - a treacherous teetering depicted with stark clarity. Alain has a brother - two if you count the dead one - and the dynamics between these divergent characters deepen the plot.The novel offers a new take on an age-old theme: the perils of addiction to highly charismatic, highly narcissistic personalities and what women will do to cling on. Combining splashes of erotica, psychological suspense, mystery and wanderlust, X in Provence is women's fiction at its gripping best.

This is a unique record of a unique journey - of two brave clowns who travel into a warzone. The reader is transported through the magical metaphor of space travel, into the poetic and playful imagination of the clowns. They attempt to offer mutual aid and humanity to a nation (Ukraine) that is being systematically dehumanized by its oppressor (Russia). As we enter the warzone with the clowns, we see it, not as darkness and horror, but through a lens of imagination, colour, and hope.This book speaks to trauma and the different and complex ways that we experience it. We see how human contact, facilitated by clowns, helps people to deal with this trauma and to overcome it. The reader is invited inside these experiences, living them through the clown's playful and poetic perspective.The Pretzels Space Odyssey gives a deep and fascinating insight into the practice of healthcare clowning, the skills, techniques, and state of being required to bring humanistic values into institutional systems that prize efficiency and order above all else. It gives insights into how healthcare clowns empower, validate, and celebrate the people they meet through play, imagination, and presence.

I give my thoughts to poetry, and hope my words will convey the stresses and anxiety suffered by my late son and family, to others who suffer from mental health torture, and to hopefully convey the love that held a broken-hearted family together.

Eighteen years ago, I stood in the passage of my home staring down the barrel of a gun while my children lay asleep meters away. One loud bang and the bullet slammed into my chest, paralyzing me instantly. My whole life as I knew it was changed forever. As if that wasn't enough, I survived breast cancer and a deadly tumour when the doctors said my chances were slim. I am the preacher's daughter that was thrown out of home at the tender age of 17 years old living on my own in a downtown Hillbrow, I did what needed to be done to pay the bills and this is where I found myself working in gentleman's clubs as a dancer and working as a dominatrix on the side. These early challenges prepared me for the road ahead shot, and paralyzed, two rounds of cancer, two divorces from abusive men, and other life-threatening events. Only while reading my story will you fully understand that thus far it is a miracle for this autobiography to been penned. Now, the unexpected: a chance to walk again...

In a harrowing story of lost innocence and shattered identities, two young lives are swept up in a storm of calamity and betrayal. An Iraqi child, ripped from the warm embrace of his family, finds himself in the clutches of strangers in a foreign country. While the boy's desperate family searches tirelessly for their beloved son, the kidnappers weave a web of lies to erase his past, forging a cruel destiny that will test the bonds of fraternity and love.Against a backdrop of global unrest, the stolen child and his unexpected natural brother try to forge their own paths, tied by a deep friendship, in a world torn apart by violence and deceit. From the uncontrollable violence in Afghanistan to the turbulent waters of the Euphrates, the destiny breaks the sky with a story of love between two who would never imagine loving each other. Among the rubble, death and destruction, the deepest, most real and sincere love story is born. A love rooted in the soul and deep in the heart. Love that glorifies life and means death; the threads of family, love and loyalty will be stretched to the breaking point.Tears on the Euphrates delves into the profound impact of family and identity amid the harsh realities of a world at war, intertwining the fates of two boys with the turbulent geopolitics that define the divide between East and West. Through their eyes, we explore the moving and unyielding search for truth, belonging, and redemption in a world yearning for hope.

Embark on a profound journey, fueled by tantalizing thoughts and an irresistible urge to act upon them. Immerse yourself in the fervent passion of two souls, magnetically drawn to each other, their worlds blurring into a singular focus. Dive deep into their most intimate desires, reveling in the allure of unspoken dreams. Experience the exhilarating release of surrender, the sheer euphoria of two hearts intertwining, drained yet satiated. Crafted from raw emotion and instinct, they pen their fantasies, speaking fluently in the timeless dialect of love.

At 3.00 a.m. on 18th July, 2014, Mal Garrett and his wife Liz were awakened in Paris by a phone call with the sort of news no one ever wishes to receive: Liz's sister Jill and Jill's husband Roger, from whom they had parted only two days before after a delightful river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, had been on their way home to Australia on flight MH17, when it was blasted out of the skies over Ukraine. In the days, months, and years ahead, Mal found solace in expressing his pain in poetry. As a former English teacher and author of English textbooks, this was a natural medium for him. Having found his poetic voice, Mal has continued to write poems, both in response to loss but also to capture joy and to reflect on current issues. A particular joy has been that of being a grandparent. Mal is dedicating any income made from the sales of this anthology to assisting the people of Ukraine.