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< Back Andrew Daniels Tomorrow's Rain Book blurb... Prepare to be whisked away on an adventure written by the majestic writer Andrew Daniels. His poetry is a monument to what a writer can create with their quill dipped in the sacred black ink of a poet's black heart. His drawings and illustrations bring his poetry to life with a flurry of colors and unique vision. Nothing is impossible if an artist has the imagination to build bridges and skyscrapers with only their words, and Andrew Daniels proves it in Tomorrow's Rain. However, will you find the answers to your questions in the trenches of his poetry? Grab your umbrella as Andrew Daniels takes you on an adventure to the state of Washington to find out. Good luck... Purchase here

< Back Anita Fonteboa Cleansing Rituals: Step-by-Step Guide Cleansing Rituals: Step-by-Step Guide by Anita Fonteboa is a guidebook designed to help readers cleanse and purify their homes, businesses, and bodies. The book provides step-by-step instructions on three cleansing practices and rituals: smudging, floor cleaning, and cleansing baths. Fonteboa describes how to smudge homes and businesses with herbs such as sage and Palo Santo; how to prepare a bath infused with cinnamon, rose petals, and rice water; and how to clean floors with infused water. She also explores the use of selenite crystals, Florida Water, and charcoal burners for spiritual cleansing. Fonteboa emphasizes the importance of setting intentions and using positive affirmations during rituals to enhance their effectiveness. Fonteboa provides example prayers for readers to recite for protection and good luck, although she encourages readers to use their own prayers too. The book explores the historical and cultural significance of cleansing ingredients like sage, cinnamon, and Rue (Ruda), offering insights into their spiritual properties. Anita encourages readers to incorporate these practices into their routines to maintain balance, clarity, and tranquillity. Anita Fonteboa is an intuitive psychic author, and she shares her expertise and personal experiences to inspire readers to embrace cleansing rituals. This is an uplifting and transformative guide that blends spiritual wisdom with practical techniques for purifying spaces and enhancing personal well-being. With step-by-step instructions the book will empower readers to undertake their cleansing rituals and bring balance into their lives. A must-read for readers seeking spiritual clarity and renewal. Star rating: 4 Stars Summary : A practical and uplifting resource for anyone seeking to create a peaceful environment and improve their well-being. Purchase here

< Back Morgan Hatch Gone to Ground Javier Jimenez, a first-generation Mexican immigrant living in Los Angeles, has a bright future. He is excelling at East Valley High School, and hopes to get a scholarship to attend UCLA. One condition of the scholarship is that he does not get into trouble with law enforcement. His thirteen year old younger brother, Alex, has taken a different path in life, mixing with street gangs and drug dealers. When Alex is arrested, the police contact Javier to see if he can persuade Alex to assist them in their investigations. If Alex refuses to help, he risks juvenile detention and could put Javier’s scholarship in jeopardy. As Javier attempts to steer his brother away from the criminal gangs, the two brothers come to physical blows. Javier finds a burner phone while working at his half-sisters car-recovery business. The car was involved in a hit and run, and the phone belongs to George Jones, a businessman with big plans to re-develop their run-down neighborhood. But, when Javier notices pictures and odd messages on the phone, he becomes dubious of George’s motives. He suspects George’s involvement in several local murders and a number of “natural” disasters. The phone is handed back to George, but when Javier steals the phone to find evidence of corruption and criminality, he becomes George’s next target. As Javier does everything he can to protect his little brother, he is unwittingly drawn into the murky underground world of Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Javier has a target on his back and George will stop at nothing to achieve his goal. Gone to Ground is a gripping, suspense novel by author Morgan Hatch. The book follows two first generation immigrant brothers, as they navigate starkly different paths in life. While one brother sees a way out of the neighbourhood through education, the other brother has other ideas. Set in a rundown neighbourhood of LA, this is a gritty, fast-paced novel, full of twists and turns. Hatch presents a vivid picture of their lives, and the difficult choices they make in an unequal society. In a parallel story, the local community is destroyed by an unscrupulous entrepreneur for financial gain. The novel reflects the struggles faced by many people in the forgotten corners of our big cities. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary : A gripping, suspense novel set in the streets of LA, and an unflinching exploration of poverty and structural inequality. Purchase here

< Back Danielle Simone The Adventures of Syd: Lost in Bone Cave A young girl named Syd embarks on a caving expedition with her father, Dr. Gardener, and her loyal dog, Goose. What begins as a father-daughter bonding experience quickly turns into a thrilling adventure, full of challenges, discoveries, and lessons about nature and responsibility. The narrative is rich with vivid descriptions that bring the mysterious Bone Cave to life. Simone’s writing captures the wonder and danger of exploring the underground world, from the eerie glow of luminescent rocks to the claustrophobic crawl through the Devil’s Pinch. Readers learn about cave formations, bats, and the importance of environmental conservation. Syd is a relatable and endearing protagonist, and her relationship with her father is heart-warming. Their shared love for adventure and science is evident, and their interactions are filled with humor, warmth, and mutual respect. Goose, adds a delightful touch to the story, highlighting the bond between humans and their pets. The dog’s loyalty and intelligence play a crucial role in the plot, making her an integral part of the adventure. Simone’s inclusion of STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities at the end of the book encourage readers to explore the themes of the story further, it an excellent resource for educators and parents. Overall, Danielle Simone’s The Adventures of Syd: Lost in Bone Cave is an engaging and educational tale that combines adventure, science, and environmental awareness. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary : A delightful blend of adventure and education, and a perfect read for young explorers and budding scientists. Purchase here

< Back Kerk Murray Since the Day We Danced A second chance at love, for two Hadley Cove residents. Forty-year-old Emma Wright is forced to sell the home her grandfather gifted to her, following her divorce to Chad Jones. Throughout the marriage, Chad was cruel, manipulative, and controlling. The turbulent relationship ends when Chad had an affair with a younger woman, and Emma is left broken. With intense feelings of loneliness, anxiety, and hopelessness, she doesn’t know how to move on with her life. Her only joy is Riley, the golden retriever rescue dog she retained full custody of following the divorce. She moves into a smaller cottage, closer to the coast in Hadley Cove, Georgia. But shortly after the move, Riley escapes through an open door and Emma is distraught when she cannot find him. Riley finds his way back to his old home, where he meets new residents Luke Grayson and his seventeen-year-old son, Jeremiah. Still grieving the loss of his wife who died two years previously from cancer, Luke has moved to Hadley Cove from Chicago, to spend more time with his son. Jeremiah has struggled since his moms death and blames his dad for not being there for him when he was younger. Luke and Jeremiah grow fond of Riley and let him stay until they can track down his owner. When Emma and Riley are finally reunited, Emma develops a friendship with Luke, Hadley Cove’s handsome new bachelor. But when their friendship turns into something more intimate, they decide to keep their relationship secret, to avoid hurting Jeremiah. Will Emma ever trust a man again? Can Luke learn to love another? How will they break the news to Jeremiah? Since the Day We Danced by author Kerk Murray is a romantic novel and a tender love story between two middle aged adults who find love again after heartache. As Emma and Luke try to rebuild their lives in Hadley Cove, they are brought together by Emma’s beloved dog, Riley, and discover an unexpected companionship. But the path to finding love again isn’t easy, as each character must deal with their own pain and trauma. The novel explores the devastating impact of grief and divorce, and the healing power of connection, friendship, and love. A beautiful reminder that even after heartache, one can find love again. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A tender and heartfelt love story about a widower and a divorcee who discover an unexpected companionship, and the prospect of a second chance at love. Purchase here

< Back L.T. Caton Find Me In Time: Meeting Columbus A group of friends find a time-travelling treehouse, by author L.T. Caton Five friends, Ashley, Emma, Keith, Aaron, and Harry are playing hide and seek in the woods, when they find a mysterious ladder against a tree. They climb the ladder and discover a small tree house. The friends enter the tree house, and realize it’s much larger than it appears on the outside. As they explore the tree house, it suddenly shakes violently, and the five friends are transported to a strange place. They find a family on the run, hiding out in the treehouse. But no sooner have they realised they have transported back in time; they are suddenly thrown forward to the present. Shocked and amazed at their new discovery, they learn more about the powers of the treehouse. The friends start the ‘Tree House Club’ and plan their next time travel adventure. They ask the treehouse to transport them back to Guanahani in 1492, just before Christopher Columbus’s ships arrived in the Caribbean Island and started a colony. They find themselves on the beach in the middle of the Taino tribe, where they are welcomed and treated like important visitors. The powers of the treehouse make them look like tribespeople, and they can speak and understand their language. As the friends become more acquainted with the tribe, they are excited to see the arrival of Columbus’s ships on the horizon. Columbus and his crew arrive on the island, and the friends get caught up in an altercation between the natives and explorers. They are suddenly transported back to safety, but decide to travel back to 1494, two years after the event. When they return to Guanahani, they discover the devastating impact of Columbus’s arrival. Find Me in Time: Meeting Columbus by author L.T. Caton is a super time-travelling adventure for middle grade readers. A group of friends are transported back to 1942 when Christopher Columbus first discovered Guanahani, but the friends soon discover he is not quite the hero they expected him to be. This book is fun and entertaining, but it is also insightful and educational as it tries to present a more accurate picture of a significant event in human history. It will challenge readers perspectives, and help them to understand the importance of ‘truth’ in history. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A super time-travelling adventure, that will challenge readers perspectives. Purchase here

Will Harley James solve the clues to find the missing statue, and save the world from ultimate destruction? < Back Leah Cupps Harley James and the Mystery of the Mayan Kings Harley Rebecca James, a budding cryptologist, and the daughter of a world-renowned archaeologist, is on an expedition to Tikal Guatemala. Out walking with her dog one day, Harley discovers a Mayan carving and a missing stone from six nooks carved into the wall. When Harley finds the sixth stone, and places it in the wall, part of the wall collapses and she discovers a hidden, glowing, statue. But before Harley can tell her dad about the mysterious artefact, it is stolen from under her bed. Harley soon learns about the legend of the three Mayan Kings, and if her statue meets two other missing statues, it could result in world destruction. Harley must follow the clues to find the statue before it gets into the wrong hands. Little does she know that a criminal gang is also in search of the missing statue, and Harley and her friends must stop them before it’s too late. Harley James and the Mystery of the Mayan Kings is a superb story for young, independent readers. Harley is a strong, confident, female lead, with a quest for knowledge and adventure. The book will appeal to those who like action, adventures, and mystery stories. With lots of interesting facts about Mayan history, readers might be inspired to learn more about this fascinating, ancient civilisation. There are cryptic clues throughout the book, that will also encourage readers to learn more about code breaking and cryptology. The book is complemented by wonderful illustrations, and other resources to access on the authors website. As the first in the series, this book sets the scene for future adventures of Harley James, and we look forward to reading the next instalment. Star Rating: 5 Stars Summary ‘A superb mystery story, with a strong female lead. A BRONZE WINNER and highly recommended.’ Purchase here

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Shades of Yellow < Back Talia Orbach Shades of Yellow Being a teen has never been tougher. Fourteen-year-old Cassidy Summers has spent her whole life being shuttled from one home to the next, as her free-spirited mother attempts to discover herself in every location they explore, from Houston, Texas, to Paris, France. This time, they’re moving into her grandmother’s cramped apartment in Connecticut, so that her mother can carry out her “lifelong dream” of opening Summer’s Café to sell overpriced cupcakes. But when the café struggles to bring in business and her family’s savings start to dry up, Cassidy must confront the possibility of another move. Becca Fox has been training to become a member of the Advanced Youth Equestrian Team her whole life under the intense instruction of Vince Hudson. But between academic troubles, an ongoing rivalry, and a teammate that she can’t seem to stop thinking about—no matter how hard she tries—the possibility of securing a spot on the AYET begins to slip further and further out of grasp. Lauren Mahoney has always felt overshadowed by her older sister, Chloe, a varsity athlete, and all-around perfect person. It doesn’t help that Lauren’s mom seems to wish Lauren fit into the mold of anyone but herself, whether it’s Chloe or her best friend, Becca Fox. But when she finds a guitar that belonged to her father, who died when she was only a few years old, Lauren starts to discover a side of herself that she never knew existed. The worlds of three fourteen-year-old girls collide in this fresh debut novel, supercharged by unreliable parents, the immense pressure to succeed, and deep personal tragedy. Delightful, warm, and witty, Shades of Yellow leaves you feeling the profound power of friendship at any age. Purchase here

Wren and the Tarnished Tiger < Back E.M. Leander Wren and the Tarnished Tiger Two young people, lost in their world, find a magical connection. A young orphan, Wren, is the lighthouse keeper in a town called Split, in the country of Aclines. When war breaks out with neighbouring Ocron, Wren is isolated from the town in the lighthouse where she lives and works. Wren has a unique ability to communicate and connect with animals, and she is cast out by the townsfolk who consider her strange. When an injured Tiger arrives at the lighthouse, Wren shelters the tiger and treats his wounds. Split is defeated in the war by Ocron, and the tiger returns back to the wild. But word soon gets out that Wren can control animals, and she is approached by an Ocronian from the ‘School of the Silver Flame,’ who believes she is a Mage. Mage’s have magical powers that can be used to control the natural elements - wind, earth, fire, and water. Wren leaves her home in Split and travels to the school, where she is manacled until she learns how to control her magic. Aris, a handsome and arrogant young man, is a Shield, an animal shifter who can shift from human to animal form. Shields are trained from childhood to safeguard and protect a Mage. A Mage and a Shield are paired and bonded together for life. Aris is grieving the loss of his Mage and best friend, Stefan, and has not shifted into his animal form since his death. As Aris goes in search of another Mage, he meets Wren, and they discover they have a magical connection. But are Aris and Wren compatible to form a bonded pair? Will Wren ever learn to control her magic, and be free of her shackles? And will she ever see her tarnished tiger again? Wren and the Tarnished Tiger is the first book in the Game of Gods series by E.M. Leander. T his is a fantastic fantasy fiction novel for young adult readers, written in a dual narrative and alternating between Wren and Aris’s point of view. The novel follows Wren’s journey as she is uprooted from her home and thrust into a world of magic, and Aris’s journey as he goes in search of a new Mage, following the tragic death of his best friend. This is a thrilling, fast paced novel, with two charming characters, and a mesmerising world full of magic, drama, and intrigue. With epic battle scenes, animal magic, and a beautiful romance, this is a fantastic, fantasy fiction novel, not to be missed. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: A fantastic fantasy fiction novel for young adult readers, with epic battle scenes, animal magic, and a beautiful romance. Purchase here

< Back Rusty Reece The Warrior & The Dragon Book blurb... In the wake of the exhausting Succession War, Jason seeks solace in Smoky Springs, only to find himself entangled in a dangerous prophecy. Tasked with delivering an ancient athame, Jason must unlock his hidden magic while evading the sinister necromancer Erlender, who craves the kalasha he carries. Joined by Akela - a powerful wolf shapeshifter - and thrust into a world of transformation, Jason becomes a dragon, a warrior, and a reluctant hero. As he teaches the community to stand strong, they band together to fend off brutal attacks, discovering courage they never knew they had. But when Erlender's chilling whisper darkens the valley, Jason must confront his greatest fear: the choice between his personal quest and the safety of those he loves. Will he rise as the true hero Smoky Springs needs? Purchase here

< Back AC Bradburn Agent Pangolin - The Mystery of the Shiny Moon A little pangolin goes on an epic adventure as she is transported from the lush forest to the city of London, by author AC Bradburn Sunda, a Sumatran pangolin, is busy foraging for ants in the forest, when she is chased by a frightened tiger cub. She manages to escape the predator, but soon discovers that humans with guns have entered the forest and are capturing the native creatures. She notices a human bundle her parents into a sack, and follows the thief to the ocean, where she becomes trapped in a fruit freezer, onboard a vessel. Several weeks later, Sunda disembarks the vessel and finds herself on the streets of London. She meets Sidney Squirrel and Hector Hedgehog and finds a new home in the Kings Cross Nature Reserve. It’s a far cry from the Sumatran forest, but she has friends, shelter and plenty of grubs to eat. But, just as Sunda starts to settle into life in London, her home and community is put in danger again, as builders enter the nature reserve. Sunda responds immediately, and helps her friends to block a bulldozer, stalling the construction of a new office development. Her ingenuity and leadership is noticed, and Sunda is recruited as an undercover agent into the ‘Web of Light’, a secret, global network of nature activists. The ‘Web of Light’ has a solution to save the reserve, but first Sunda must solve the mystery of the shiny moon. Sunda sets out on her mission, and travels across London, through sewers, across the River Thames, and into the Houses of Parliament, where she discovers a connection with a great Warrior Queen. Will Sunda solve the mystery of the shiny moon? Will she save the nature reserve from destruction? And will she ever return to Sumatra and see her parents again? Agent Pangolin - The Mystery of the Shiny Moon by author AC Bradburn is an epic adventure / mystery novel about a little pangolin, who is inadvertently transported from the lush Sumatran Forest into the concrete city of London. Sunda is a charming character: little but mighty, strong but sensitive, feisty but compassionate. Despite her own tragic loss, she shows great courage and determination, to save her new friends. The book highlights the devastating destruction of the natural environment by humankind, and will help young readers to understand some of the issues impacting our planet. This is a great book for newly independent readers, and those who are interested in action, adventure, and the environment. Star rating: 5 Stars Summary: An epic adventure across continents, with a charming pangolin protagonist. Purchase here