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China 2008 by Eusebio Espinosa de Godos

Eusebio.Espinosa.de.Godos@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 07 May 2008 14:38:54 GMT

China, A democratic world?
In the way of the new capitalism, every Chinese needs to have sufficient money in order to vote freely. Many Chinese are dreaming of democratic sovereignty: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and many other nations.
China
The Chinese still call themselves communists, but now they're also capitalists and communists. The government has money and power and controls China using the Communist Party. The Communist Party is the only party. Big brother government.
The Groups
The corporations are both public and private. The have money, they have power. Public and private corporations are subsidized by central government. The corporations need market solutions. PetroChina Co. almost tripled on its first day of trading in Shanghai, 5 November 2007, becoming the world's first company to be valued at $1 trillion, larger than the entire Russian stock market. �China is all but certain to experience its fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth in 2007 and is expected to soon overtake Germany as the world's number three economy� (Wen, November 2007).
The People
The Chinese people themselves have no money and no power. They don't have freedom of speech of freedom of the press. The authorities can arrest and imprison people who threaten stability, as the party defines. Anybody that dares to protest is treated brutally. There are no civil liberties, no labor� unions, no centers of political power outside the Communist Party. The Chinese people are gradually becoming richer, but need much more individual wealth, if they are ever to have free elections.
Hong Kong � Macau
�One country, two systems� Deng said that Hong Kong and Macau would maintain capitalism for 50 years. Hong Kong is the back door to China, and China is embracing Hong Kong's capitalism. China's communism is being swallowed by Hong Kong's market. The Chinese market is difficult to penetratem but those who base themselves in Hong Kong may be able to control their own destinies.
Macau
�One country, two systems�
Taiwan
The government have money and power and free economic growth. Taiwan has a democratic government.
Groups
The private corporations have money , and they also have power. These corporations use market solutions.
People
Only the 23 million people of Taiwan have the right to make decisions on Taiwan's future and destiny/ The idea of �One China� is a rusty antique. Taiwan is not China, it has become something much better, an outpost of liberty.

My Name is Sam by Stuart Griffin

Stuart.Griffin@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 07 May 2008 13:53:44 GMT

The Story tells effectively the tale of two people from completely different backgrounds brought together through chance but finding common parallels between themselves. Set in South Africa at a time of political change it charts the story of one person's travel through the country and meeting another who is terminally ill with AIDS.

The Greedy Pigeon and the Hungry Porcupine and Friends by Derek Rossitter

Derek.Rossitter@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 12:40:12 GMT

Twenty six rhymes for Children and perhaps older people as well.

A magnificent set of illustrations by Grace Horne and the provocatively moral but comic verses from Derek make this a very beautiful book and quite the most enjoyable piece of visual work we have ever had on the site - Ed

Dangerous Aspects by Colin Winston Aldridge

Colin.Winston.Aldridge@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:34:39 GMT

Sondra Ackerman lived a normal life in urban Philadelphia with her husband and two children until her world was turned upside down by the discovery of her husband's involvement in drug racketeering. She couldn't have known that her decision to leave her husband and cooperate with federal authorities would result in the brutal murders of people she cared about and put her precious children at dire risk.� Sondra turns to her best friend Connie for help and eventually to the world of alternative health therapies as more traditional routes to maintaining her sanity collapse before her.

Navigating the Feds, her husband and a world filled with danger, Sondra is forced to flee with her children into the government Witness Protection Program, an escape where seconds become ever more important to staying alive. A web of rage, murder and deceit threads its way between Philadelphia and Mexico in an evermore desperate attempt to uncover her whereabouts by those determined to silence her. When her children suffer her worst nightmare, the stakes are high and Sondra must trust in the local and federal authorities to help save her family and a caring alternative therapy community to save her mind.

Death Must Go On by Mac Fletcher

Mac.Fletcher@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 12:07:56 GMT

Despite what the title suggests, the story is an off-the-wall dark comedy set in a small village on the Welsh Marches of Shropshire. Life seems to be almost too good to be true in picturesque Frox-Wells - though the healthy nature of the village doesn't suit all its inhabitants. Embittered by lack of trade in recent years, undertaker Sydney "Snuffy" Bedford conspires with cronies to implement a scheme to fund their early retirement. The local doctor's reluctance to participate in the plan seems to be the only stumbling block, though circumstances provide an opportunity to ‘persuade' him to co-operate. Along with the doctor's services come those of his newly found acquaintance, Joe, an Italian ex-prisoner of war who refused to go home when peace was declared. Whilst the conspiracy is still at an embryonic stage, the schemers realise they have neither the stomachs nor the necessary degree of malevolence to carry out their original plan. Snuffy, however, comes up with a mutually acceptable idea, and all appears to be going well despite the intervention of the local bobby. Then Sneyd - an ex-employee of Snuffy's with a penchant for blackmail - intervenes... and insists that, as was originally planned, "death must go on."

By this time the local constabulary have - for altogether the wrong reasons - taken an interest in the goings on at Frox-Wells, and converge on the band of conspirators to find that at least one of the villagers has died in mysterious circumstances... Though all is not as it seems.

Anna; Collected Writings of a Russian Prostitute in Korea by Kyeong-Seop Choi

Kyeong-Seop.Choi@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 11:36:14 GMT

Anna: Collected Writings of a Russian Prostitute in Korea is a work of fiction, but is written in a form which could immediately relate to life� A collection of letters, diary-pages, scribbles, etc. Anna's hopeful vision of the future and of Russia is explored in her correspondence with Olga, who also lives in Russia, leading to an understanding of their economic predicament. They decide to work abroad, Anna in Korea and Olga in America. But what lies ahead for them is deception, fraud and even violence.

Anna writes letters and keeps a diary, at first she writes about the feeling of refreshment and attachment as she begins a new life in Korea. However, one incident after another in Korea leads to problems and she feels suffocation and demoralised, until Anna(together with Olga in America) becomes entangled in tragic violence�

Daughters of Erin by Kathleen Southey

Kathleen.Southey@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:41:02 GMT

It is the summer of 1649 and the Irish chiefs in the West of Ireland, like the MacNamaras of Clare, rule their lands from the fastness of their tower houses. But 130 ships filled with Cromwell's Ironsides are on the water, sailing for Ireland's East coast and nothing will be the same for them or the country again.

From then on, six generations of unforgettable Clare women weave an intimate tale of their extraordinary lives and of the intriguing men they love. Follow the stories of Cathleen, Oonah, Aisling, Brenna, Kitty and Hannah and trace the treads of fate, hope, desire, secrets, faith and love that make up the multi-hued tapestry of Daughters of Erin.

insightment by John Chambers

John.Chambers@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:35:35 GMT

Five new plays:
The meek / berk / interfaces / belongings / the look

"Chambers view of the decay of modern society is brilliantly expressed through alternately stylised and naturalistic language with plenty of sex and humour intermingled" The Independent

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Once Upon a Wartime by Edward Gordon

Edward.Gordon@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 17:52:41 GMT

This is the story of a family in the industrial heartland of Britain whose life is profoundly altered by an event of war, and of the others that play a part in the lives of the members of the family, and who share a common goal of survival in dangerous times.

The scene opens as across the city the air-raid warning sounds and Ted and June take their two young sons, Peter and Richard, into the Anderson shelter. The parents make the children as comfortable as possible in the damp, dimly lit, interior of this place. Just one of the many routine hardships of life in wartime.

As the bombs are heard exploding in the distance, June sees signs that her husband is disturbed by this. She knows that he still suffers from the shell shock that was the cause of his recent discharge from the Royal Navy; a subject Ted won't talk about.

Contemplation is banished by the terrifying noise of an aircraft overhead, and then the shattering sound of an explosion close by. This time the bombs have hit the adjacent terrace of houses, not the usual industrial target. In the aftermath of the massive explosion Ted leaves the shelter to investigate the damage, and this leads to an encounter that will change all their lives.

My 600 Recipes by Lynette Chaplin

Lynette.Chaplin@authorsonline.co.uk — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:00:36 GMT

A collection of over 600 recipes of a passionate cook using all the ingredients of a Mediterranean diet. Extra virgin olive oil is used very successfully even in the making of pastry, bechamel sauce, cakes, brioche and madeleines. There are also many quick recipes.

To Be Or Not To Be Innit by Martin Baum

Martin.Baum@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 13:07:29 GMT

Alas, poor Shakespeare, we knew him well but not exactly in a way we used to. If Will was with us today I think he’d feel duty bound to reflect life as it really is in the 21st century; living, as he would be, on the front line in Stratford upon Avon with his fit bitch Ann Hathaway.

However, nowadays Shakespeare isn’t as cool as he used to be because a lot of people think he’s boring and lacks street cred. Perhaps. But if the Bard was living today I reckon he’d say “Am I bovvered?” After all, for a man accredited with the greatest literature ever written, what would he have to prove?

No, if William Shakespeare was of this age I am certain that he would still be writing in the Globe turf, getting loads of respect from the Stratford upon Avon massive and producing works of pure genius like ‘Romeo and His Fit Bitch Jools’, ‘De Taming of de Bitch’, ‘Macbeff’ and ‘Two Geezas of Verona’.

However, for all the purists reading this brief introduction I would just like to say that this abridged collection of some of Shakespeare’s finest work has been mindful to stay true to the original format by retaining all the important sexist, duplicitous, cross-dressing and violent moments that made William Shakespeare well wicked.

Respect

Tales From A Briefcase by Robert James

Robert.James@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 17:04:18 GMT

This book is a sequel to `Tales from a Kitbag' which recounted stories from the author's time as a regular soldier serving in the Korean War and Malayan Emergency.

`Tales from a Briefcase' follows Robert James' adventures after leaving the army, starting as a junior supervisor working in a factory in Hammersmith in the mid-fifties, adjusting to civilian life in a London itself awaking to a now phase in the post-war era. He has to overcome being perceived as `officer class', and gain acceptance in his new role from those who control his destiny in management and those who need to be persuaded to work for him - his staff. In the early years he suffers a lumpy ride, facing dismissal on more than one occasion.

Through determination and hard work, Robert learns the civilian way of gaining respect and leading people and begins to climb the management ladder. Evenings find him at night school, studying towards his degree. As his career enters a new phase in the higher levels of factory management he finds himself facing a multitude of human problems on the shop floor, to say nothing of politically driven unions and, worse, the ; egocentric behaviour of business owners.

Skilfully blending conscience with duty, Robert overcomes the human and commercial difficulties of business and the tragedy; of his own family circumstances to emerge with credit from the results. In his break-through to senior management in large international companies, he circles the world to manage overseas subsidiaries and develop business for his masters, in the process encountering yet' more characters, cultures, and situations that will shape his life and outlook. He realises that many of the captains of industry are largely driven by conceit, combined with personal idiosyncrasies and unsavoury morals.

Somehow he has to obey orders yet retain his personal integrity - or resign.

Finally, as an independent business consultant; he works with the owners of small companies; a special breed, generally untutored in management, driven by over-optimism, and each presenting a new and different challenge. Maikiail and lose their money, but a few succeed as bright stars to grow their companies and enjoy the ensuing riches.

Briefcase' is a compelling story of the human side-of-the business world, set against a background of globe-trotting adventures in which the author faces danger and love with equal aplomb. A fascinating and highly recommended read.

Tales From a Kitbag by Robert James

Robert.James@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 16:24:35 GMT

During the fifties, the Korean War and the Malayan Emergency committed thousands of young men, regular soldiers and conscripts, to fight communist armies far from home. They faced their task with stoicism and bravery, eventually accomplishing their mission - stemming the tide of communism in the Far East.

The stories in this book are based on fact and tell how it really was for the front-line soldiers in their Korean, snow-covered, hill-top bunkers or in the steaming jungles of Malaya. Without pulling punches, they tell of the heartbreak and futility of war, seemingly un-necessary sacrifice of young lives, death by friendly fire, abuse of prisoners and other distasteful features seen in more recent conflicts.

The still-living combatants will now be in their seventies or older. For them, this book will bring back vivid memories and tell families and friends of their contribution, as young men, to world peace. To younger readers it will give them a taste of combat from over fifty years ago and help them make comparisons with war today.

Throne of Blood by D D McPherson

D.D.McPherson@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 18:26:54 GMT

Savage Land - Seventh century Britain. A savage land of blood and fire. The realm of eagle, wolf and bear. Three mighty kings, a usurper, a madman and a pagan vie for supremacy.
Bloodquest - A Northman and a white bear stalk the ancient forests hellbent on bloody revenge.
Throne - An exciled prince plots to regain his murdered father's throne. Six men on a desperate mission. On foot, deep with enemy territory. They bear a dead king's sword and severed arm...

Tales in Tandem (Large Print Edition) by Peter Hart

Peter.Hart@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:16:10 GMT

The Large Print Print Edition of the book originally published in 2005.

A personal selection of a great variety of Short Stories and Poems on many different topics with which the reader will readily be able to identify.

Some are fiction, others non-fiction, the later being autobiographical.

All separately written by Peter and Lili Hart over the last two decades

Playing The Empire - A Dancer's life by John Chapman

John.Chapman@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:59:59 GMT

Peggie Sheridan was, at various times, a weaver, a shoemaker, a horsewoman, an ice-carter, and a dress designer. But, above all she was a dancer - an entertainer. Born into the Edwardian theatre, she led an adventurous life in South Africa, India and the Far East in the Twenties and Thirties. She survived some of the great upheavals of the century; she saw the Empire in its prime, and she was there in its last declining years. Married three times, she knew triumph and tragedy; and she died in Bournemouth, alone and unknown.

"Playing the Empire" tells of her adventures - appearing in music hall as a child, playing the West End in her teens, joining a Russian ballet company in Vladivostok, marrying in Shanghai, travelling in a home-made caravan through India and the Far East, escaping from the Japanese, settling in post-war Malaya and founding a fashion house during the Emergency.

It's a life that could not have been lived at any other time.

Past Lives - Your Unique Journey by Julia Vazey

Julia.Vazey@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:59:59 GMT

“Your past lives and the people you knew in them, are constantly influencing the way you are living now. Areas such as your,
Thoughts, Emotions, Relationships, Career choices or callings, Money Matters, Health, Family Affairs, Life Style, even down to the Colour of the clothing you will and will not wear.
It still, even after all these years, never fails to amaze me at how profoundly and deeply the experiences we have had in the past can ricochet and echo through our daily lives”.

Using the methods and techniques in this book will allow you to discover your own past life connections and free yourself from any karmic bonds or patterns that are holding you back. You will also become more empowered by reconnecting to the talents, skills, and attributes you have gathered in the past”.

Tribal Gathering - Eight stories set in 1960's post colonial West Africa by Kenneth C Ryeland

Kenneth.C.Ryeland@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Tribal Gathering is a collection of stories set in an imaginary West African state shortly after gaining its independence from the British in 1962. Struggling to come to terms with the tribalism, nepotism, corruption and greed that flourishes at all levels of society is part of everyday-life and relatively simple compared to the problems of surviving three military coups and a civil war. It is against this backdrop and that of a rapidly failing infrastructure that the stories evolve. From the dry heat of the Northern Desert to the suffocating humidity of the Delta, the stories tell of the daily ordeal as the characters try to live out their lives against all the odds. Betrayal, revenge, ignorance, pride and stupidity intermingled with witchcraft, African Deities and Freemasonry, these stories have it all and Ken Ryeland deals with them in his usual consummate way to provide interesting and compelling reading.

Letters From Olysses: Chai-Plad-Thin by David D Yun

David.D.Yun@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 14 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This is a life-story about a man's search of an emotionally comfortable place. He was young and sensitive when he came to America in 1970, much attracted to her language as a physics student with that purpose in mind. For 35 years, he makes every effort to stay on in America and fulfil a happy ending of his search, until one day he is virtually forced to leave America; house fire annihilates his past. He loses everything in the fire, and faces the situation back to the square one as if it were 35 years ago.
Given his intellectual principle—invent life, living side by side with “the crisis of senses” which includes that of old age, he in fact confirms what he never intended: an exiled life in America. The theme and theses entwine with reflections on a damaged life in search of the second life, which does not exist in our age of technological knowledge.

And so the Letter of Olysses comes to you sent from America to the Kingdom of Thailand, but it has a self-addressed envelop inside, back to America addressed to every immigrant, because the success of his “second life” in the Kingdom depends on that of the hard-working people who would call their second life “nonbeing,” as you will hear it shortly from Chai-plad-thin, precisely because they do not believe that it['nonbeing'] originates in their knowledge of technology, which they believe, given its immediacy imposed upon as the sole criterion of beings.

The focal point of his search thereof is to see the convergence of the forced second life upon the 'intellectual' home, for those who love a natural, simpler life, the second life without doctrine and without shame; to hold it out to the gigantic metabolism of industrial technology seems no longer powerful as annihilating as the Oedipus' answer: was to the riddle of the Sphinx.

The Apothecary by Dereck Hucklesby

Dereck.Hucklesby@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Joseph Skledowski, an apothecary taking refuge in England at the time of the Civil War, becomes disillusioned with the efficacy of the medicines of his trade and sceptical of its underlying philosophy. An accident brings him a revelation that leads him to question his alchemical assumptions and sets him on a faltering path towards scientific rationalism. The new life does not does not rid him of old and deadly enemies, inherited from his mentor, who believe him to possess valuable secrets; nor can he avoid the ravages of the Great Fires of Bristol and London. With the new life come discoveries and dangers, along with immense satisfactions, profound problems and a difficult love affair.

Schizophrenic or Psychic? (My Story) by Wendy Guest

Wendy.Guest@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

From an early age Wendy knew that she was different. After years of abuse and years of torment from hearing voices, she struggled through life thinking that she was a schizophrenic, feeling trapped and alone. After struggling through university, jobs and difficult relationships, she found the right life path in complementary therapies. She began to find a new lease of life and new openings to the �gifts� that she had. She not only found that she had a wonderful healing ability but also that she had a fantastic psychic ability. She found that the voices that she had heard throughout her life were not that of her own mind but from the psychic blackness and smog that lives with us. She found a way to control and conquer these voices and put her gift to a good use of helping others through doing healings and clairvoyant readings. Not only has her own life changed but she has changed the life of so many others.

Sculptors and Architects of Remembrance by Mark Quinlan

Mark.Quinlan@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Sculptors and Architects of Remembrance is the fourth book written by Mark Quinlan. It is a companion to the volumes Remembrance and British War Memorials. Given the growing interest in all aspects of the war memorial issue, one piece of the jigsaw that has been consistently overlooked is the lives of those who designed and carried out the work. This book therefore consists of single pages of biography of the 124 sculptors, architects and artists - all of whom, over the last three centuries, have sculpted Britain’s war memorials, military statuary, funerary monuments and designed the nation’s war cemeteries. Dealing with each individual in chronological order, this book commences with the virtuoso woodcarver Grinling Gibbons and concludes with the lives of seven still-living distinguished sculptors.

Monkey On A Typewriter by William McLean

William.McLean@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

If a spreadsheet monkey spent an infinite amount of time on Excel, would it calculate the key to happiness? Or just the number it first thought of?

Nick Dawson was fed up with his space cadet of a boss and endless spreadsheets. Whilst others got their pound of flesh by ordering staplers to flog on e-bay, Nick decided to use company funds to buy goats for African farmers. He hoped his actions would inject some meaning into his intolerable existence.

When Nick is confronted by his boss about a recent spike in stapler purchases, he thinks the game is up. But hope lingers in the form of the mysterious and ever-smiling Japanese executive known as “Random-san”, who has news of a plot more sinister than errant goats and staplers...

Monkey On A Typewriter:
It’s like a pacifist, stationery-stashing, goat-giving fight club … but you’re allowed to talk about it.

HMS Resolute by Elizabeth Matthews

Elizabeth.Matthews@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

How did a ship involved in a failed search for a lost explorer alter the course of history and become the symbol of Anglo-American friendship? Sent into the Arctic to find Franklin in 1852, HMS RESOLUTE was abandoned; then salvaged by an American whaler, who brought her home on Christmas Eve 1855. When Britain and America were on the brink of their 3rd war, she became the focus of the hostilities…and then history was changed forever!

Follow the divergent lives of a sadistic commander, a Quaker abolitionist, an intrepid Arctic explorer, a pro-slavery senator, an Irish sea captain's wife and headstrong daughter, and a Yankee whaler as they intertwine in the incredible story of HMS RESOLUTE!

Coaching The Coach - A complete guide how to coach soccer skills through drills by Richard Seedhouse

Richard.Seedhouse@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 23 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This book is more than just a common session guide or book of drills. It expands on why you choose a drill, how you will use it and what you will coach. This book is coach education. Use all the other drill books and session plans you want but without reading this book you will not know what you are trying to coach, why, and how. It will question your thoughts and help you learn and develop as a coach.

If you are a parent taking up the reigns of a new team or a Level 1 coach this book is for you. As you read through you will understand more about what coaching your players really is and means.

It is the first book you should read and the one book you should keep by your side. It is written to help you and all grassroots coaches to coach.

The Association of Football Coaches endorses Coaching the Coach.

We are delighted to support Association of Football Coaches member Richard Seedhouse who has recently published his new book - Coaching the Coach: A Complete Guide How to Coach Soccer Skills Through Drills.

The book is a fantastic coaching resource, aimed at all FA Level 1 coaches who want to develop their skills further. As Total Youth Football described it "[it's] full of fun and engaging football exercises for youngsters, it explains the theory behind these drills and will help fledgling coaches develop a thought process to apply when putting together session plans." Richard is an FA tutor holding the UEFA B (Level 3) Coaching Licence and has the Level 2 goalkeeping Coaching Certificate. The book is found online at Amazon.co.uk and in all good bookshops and priced £8.95.

For further information on the many benefits of becoming a member of The Association of Football Coaches please go to their website at http://football.thecoachesassociation.com/default.asp to register and find out more.

The Forgotten Army by Ronald Griffin

Ronald.Griffin@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

By 1943 some 82,000 miners left the industry to join the armed forces and munitions factories leaving the industry bereft of essential labour for winning the War Mr Ernest Benin Minister of Labour and National Service devised a system whereas young men of call up age, dubbed `Bevin Boys' were compulsory selected by ballot into the coal mines.

A London public schoolboy James Cobham was one of the thousands conscripted. His Father, a London Banker had ambitions for Sandhurst, such were thwarted causing a rift between Father and son.

After initial training he was sent to a hazardous mine on the south coast of Wales employed on a face several miles under the sea. He was to witness much trauma, together with dire lodgings and a dominating landlady.

He endured six hazardous months then transferred to a modem Welsh mine. He lodged with a young widow Cathleen, securing an harmonious friendship But such was to change when her husband Howard presumed to have been lost at sea, returned home.

All three eventually were to become a united family until James was finally demobbed in 1948.

On return to London James hoping to find a position in his father's bank was thwarted by his sudden death. Their large Belgravia house had expired its lease and his mother absconded to Australia to live with her sister.

James left almost poverty stricken, sort employment as a relief postman over the Christmas period.

By a fluke he was approached by a Lawrence White manager from his father's bank who offered him a position. Providence at last shined on James. But at what price?

Not All Frogs are Green �Ayesha�s Heart� by Lea Cowin

Lea.Cowin@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The twenty two chapters in this book are pictorial and written representations of each one of the archetypal images depicted in the Major Arcana of the Tarot, however it is not a means of divination. It is a daily spiritual practice, or an aid at times of crisis or a gentle reminder of where and who you are at any given time. The paintings and writings are there with the sole intention of helping you on this rich but sometimes confusing path of life.

The Illustrations were inspired by Ayesha's Heart, which is the story of a Goddess from birth to enlightenment. The Oracles are words of wisdom. My Stories are personal reflections by the Author. The Meditations are to help you to get in touch with your truth. The Poems are a personal yet universal journey. The Magic contains practical tools which can be used to aid a deeper connection with the writing, the meditations and the illustrations.

Each of the chapters can stand alone or be read as part of the whole. It is a journey into the heart of one's own true self.

How to Use This Book

Ayesha’s Heart, The Oracle, My Story by Lea Cowin
I have worked and continue to work with the archetypal images of the tarot for myself and others for many years. These three writings contain many different layers of meanings.
Ayesha’s Heart is the story of the cyclical journey of a Goddess. The Oracles are words of wisdom and My Stories are personal reflections on the profound effects I have seen and experienced both in my own life and in others. The changes have manifested in all ways – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. It is this evidence that has led me to want to share the possibilities of working with these energies with a wider audience.

The Illustrations by Mariea Janke
These wonderful paintings were inspired by Ayesha’s story – “Ayesha’s Heart” which is a journey of a Goddess into the hidden meanings and mysteries of life.

The Meditations by Lea Cowin
All these meditations are written in such a way that you can work with them many times.
Each experience will be different and so deepen your understanding.
Each meditation need take no longer than 10 minutes.
Don’t worry if you’ve never ‘meditated’ before just ‘read and ponder’ that will be enough! Just find a quiet time when you won’t be disturbed and you can really relax into it.

A CD of the 22 meditations, spoken by Lea, is available.
Email: ayeshasheart@btinternet.com with your name and address.
One will be forwarded to you free of charge.

The Poems by Sandra Maund
Sandra’s personal journey is revealed in these writings and yet they are universal and each one of us can identify with the pain and joy described so beautifully.

The Magic
The other contributors to this book have used their many years of expertise and wisdom to bring together just a few of the ways you can help strengthen your connection with any particular chapter.

Essential Oils by Fran Doidge
These oils can be used in an oil burner, a few drops on your pillow at night or even in your bath. They will certainly also help if used in an oil burner during meditation. Instructions on how to use essential oils safely can be found in the Quick Guide to the Magic

Colours by Julia Thomas
The energy in the colour enhances the meanings and illustrations of each chapter. Wear something of the colour or have something with that colour around you if you find yourself drawn to one particular chapter on any given day.

Essences by Hazel Rouse
The essences have been inspired by and created specifically for this book. They each have a name which carries the energy of the chapter. These vibrational essences can help in accessing the words and images more deeply and can clear old energies or bring in new ones as you need.

Statements by Lea Cowin
These are based on the practice of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and if used as a mantra saying them over and over again can help release blockages.

Chakras by Lea Cowin
For those of you who wish to focus on clearing the energy bodies through the Chakras I have identified these where appropriate.

Trees
It is with thanks to Fred Hageneder that these have been included. If possible go and stand by or even hug the tree that holds the energy with which you are working before, after or even during the meditation. Again just imagining it or looking at a picture of the tree will help.

Crystals
It is with thanks to Judy Hall that these have been included. Hold the appropriate crystal whilst meditating or if you don’t have the crystal imagine you possess it.

This work is a gift from us to you, to be used or discarded as is your want.
To believe or not to believe, to love or to hate, to allow or not to allow.
Use your own discernment to choose what is right for you.
Never accept things at face value but listen and learn from your own innate wisdom.
We offer this work as a challenge and a service.
It is up to you how you receive it.

FC United of Manchester - An Unofficial Guide to the North West County Years by Michael Beard

Michael.Beard@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

An A – Z of Football Club United of Manchester from their humble beginnings in smoky tension filled meeting halls through to their meteoric rise to the Northern Premier League following back to back promotions.

A book filled with the history of the take over at Old Trafford with the anger and hatred at the Glazer family to the idea of forming a new team, a team that represented everything that Manchester United stood for all those years ago, a team that lived and breathed passionate football with equally passionate fans.
A book filled with background information on the many players who have passed through the doors at Gigg Lane.

A book of facts that represent the quality of the football played, the skills of the highly talented players involved and the numerous records that they have broken week in and week out and in turn have created.

Two seasons and four trophies speak volumes!

On This Day by Ravi Jha

Ravi.Jha@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

�After a few minutes their wait was over. The gigantic island emerged. It was perfectly circular in shape and probably the size of Lord�s cricket ground. As it leapt out of the ocean waves, like a huge bellowing humpback whale, it stopped and so did the tremors, simultaneously. Everybody looked in awe, they were beginning to feel that they were watching something out of a science fiction movie. A behemoth island formation had risen from the ocean depths to greet them � at the centre of the Earth.�

On this day takes you on a thrilling journey into the life of a young man called Ramses. He is an expert pilot, an all-round athlete and thrives on living life on the edge. His life of adventure and romance takes a sudden twist of fate when he is caught between a battle of good and evil.

He must now venture into a dangerous world of intrigue, mystery and power, but he is not alone in his quest, as help is a lot closer than he knows!

Yog-Practice And The World Of Maya (=Illusion) by Devindra S Malla

Devindra.S.Malla@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The modern world has developed into a state of illusion (Maya) of the extreme dimension. The book explains with the help of facts from the modern science, how with the practice of Yog science it enables the human beings of all ages to solve the problems of life. Everyone in the modern world has to face situations, which cause stress. Even the children are not spared from stress. The society of competition and the burden of work have their price for the mental and the physical state of a person.

In the books of Yog science in India the explanations are given in the form of religious belief. The religious belief hinders the practical application in daily life. The use of the religious belief is then confined within the room of worship in the house. The facts of modern science when used to interpret, makes the whole science of Yog practical in each area of life and for all age groups. The modern science gives the answer of “why it is so?” The practice of Yog is then brought to the reality in a world of illusion. In a world of illusion the ego rules the life, whereas the inner self takes the backbench.

The book gives information on training of the brain, even at old age. Forgetfulness is one of the many problems at old age. In the book is described how to overcome this with the help of certain Yog practices. Yog teaches to lead an inner active life and an active person overcomes the life problems with more success than a person passive inside.

Divided Loyalties by Linda Upham

Linda.Upham@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This unusual story is set around Huntingdon in the dangerous and violent times of 1070. The Saxons are feeling oppressed by the recent Norman occupation, while from the Isle of Ely, Hereward is leading a rebellion. Two families, one Norman and one Saxon, seek an alliance through marriage; however, Neva�s distrust of the Normans leads her into a dramatic adventure, and disaster for her family. Can she avoid marrying a Norman, and will her family be safe?

Details of the past are brought accurately to life in this fast moving adventure story; and many of the places they visit and the routes they take still exist today.

Break Free The Brilliance In You! Personal Development through Meditation by Lindy Shearer

Lindy.Shearer@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 14:29:52 GMT

STRESS! Yes we all have it in today’s modern lifestyle and stress can become a constant companion, having a negative impact on mental and physical wellbeing. All of us have inner resources to combat this and meditation can assist you and encourage you to live a stress free life.

Meditation is a powerful tool for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual development. Withdrawing the senses from external stimuli allows us to focus the conscious mind inwardly. With proper instruction we can relax, replenish the central nervous system and eliminate stress and anxiety.

All too often people experience life as conveyor belt, with daily repetitive tasks resulting in a feeling of existing rather than being truly engaged in purposeful living. Meditation can assist us by raising awareness for developing the unlimited potential of who we are and what we can achieve.

When you understand that everything you do is a direct result of what you believe, think and feel from within, you will soon discover that as you change internally, your external reality changes with you.

Chicco's Nicedream Van - Jessica The Superstar by Joe Cabrini

Joe.Cabrini@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Everyone has a dream. ...perhaps something they want to do, or someone they want to be. No matter how big or small a dream may be, Chicco helps us to realise they can come true!

Through the "Chicco's Nicedream Van" series of children's books, we take a glimpse into the dreams of ordinary people, dreams which are played out with the help of Chicco's magical powers. When the Nicedream chimes play, anything is possible! And although the chimes don't last forever, Chicco leaves a special keepsake to remind us that our dreams can.

Jessica dreams of becoming a pop star - find out how Chicco helps Jessica to live her dream.

Chicco's Nicedream Van - Daniel's Winning Goal by Joe Cabrini

Joe.Cabrini@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Everyone has a dream. ...perhaps something they want to do, or someone they want to be. No matter how big or small a dream may be, Chicco helps us to realise they can come true!

Daniel dreams of becoming a professional footballer - find out how Chicco helps Daniel to live his dream.

Ten To Seven by Marc Thomas

Marc.Thomas@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The phone rings. He knows who it is. He has to take the call. He thinks of his wife, the villa, and his life in Spain. He thinks of his dogs, the Finca in the olive grove, his wooden boat; how they struggled to get there, the sleepless nights and the worry of whether he would ever see England again. The phone keeps ringing, the wind is howling and as he peers through the window watching the clouds racing past the pale moon, he knows that when he picks up the phone, his life will never be the same again.

Nantybar by Beryl Richards

Beryl.Richards@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 17:48:55 GMT

Nantybar documents the effects of great social changes on a small mining community in the Afan Valley and the struggle for education and decent living conditions, charting the reasons for its decline and eventual disappearance. It is a warm, human account of female Ivorites and child labour, truck shops and company doctors all featuring in Nantybar. Developed from one woman�s obsession with tracing the history of a lost village, this little book is a model for aspiring authors and one that conveys beautifully the delight that local history can generate.

Please God By You - The Essential Guide to Jewish Internet Dating by Paul Mitchell

Paul.Mitchell@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 04 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

If you’re Jewish, single and looking for love, you need this book!
As the modern alternative to traditional Jewish matchmaking, Internet dating has now established itself worldwide as the accepted way for Jewish men and women to find friends, dates, and even soul mates within the faith. It seems that everyone knows someone who has found love online, and now, this essential guide reveals how you too can meet the Jew of your dreams through the Net.

Whether you are novice or expert, you will discover how to make the most of your time online, with step-by-step advice on every aspect of the Internet dating process, from registration to the first date and beyond.

Find out how to create an outstanding dating profile, as well as where to find inspiration. Learn the secrets to successful online communication, and discover the importance of the first contact phone call, plus how to handle awkward silences with ease ... and much more.

Focusing on leading Jewish Internet dating site, JDate, Please God By You: The Essential Guide to Jewish Internet Dating is a light-hearted look at how you can give fate a helping hand.

The Scribe by Peter Kerry

Peter.Kerry@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A time of warriors. A time of heroes. Or not.

Because, when you’re charged with keeping a so-called magic sword by a plainly lunatic druid, when you’re told you have to go and make a treaty with those savages at the other end of the country knowing they’ll kill you on sight, when you’ve been chased by wolves, or bandits, or bears, or (worse) evangelical Christians, or when you find yourself in the middle of a huge great battle and you’re not strong enough to lift your armour, let alone your weapon, when the love of your life’s being married off to some professionally handsome king in the north and when all you really want to do is try and keep warm!!!... Well, you don’t feel like you’re either – warrior or hero – as it happens.

And Llew’s problem is that he isn’t. Really, he isn’t. He’s just a scribe.

So, this is going to be hard for him, because he’s been put right in the middle of a prophecy.

A prophecy by a powerful seer called Merlin.

A prophecy foretelling a great warrior hero. A king that is to come.

A king called... Arth.

‘Arth’? Really?

Gemily the River Boat Adventure Series - Stories from The River by Robert J Walker

Robert.J.Walker@authorsonline.co.uk — Sun, 02 Sep 2007 19:24:13 GMT

The actual Gemily is in fact moored at Wateringbury on the river Medway, a beautiful tranquil setting for Gemily’s adventures with her animal and boat friends.

These stories provide a cross-section of some of the events which take place.

Contents

Volume 1 - Gemily Goes to See the Sea
Volume 2 A Pet is Not Just for Christmas
Volume 3 The Ghosts of Upnor Castle

Erotic Trilogy by Digby Westwood

Digby.Westwood@authorsonline.co.uk — Sun, 02 Sep 2007 18:54:48 GMT

AN EROTIC TRILOGY

THESE THREE STORIES CONTAIN SEXUALLY EXPLICIT MATERIAL WHICH IS INTENDED FOR MATURE READERS ONLY.

THE SURPRISE IS NOT SO MUCH WHERE OR WHEN CUPID'S ARROW LANDS BUT, RATHER, ON WHO IT LANDS .

NICOLE SYNOPSIS

Tristan discovers his new flatmate in a sexually compromising situation. His flatmate is gay but with a specific ambition. Tristan’s offer of help sends them both down a road of sexual discovery.

THE GIRL ON THE STAIRCASE SYNOPSIS

Carl takes a short holiday in Torquay. His intention of having an uneventful, relaxing few days is confounded when he meets a girl on the staircase.

THE MAN ON THE BEACH SYNOPSIS

For Jane the recent years have not been kind. One day, weighed down by her problems, she leaves the housework and makes her way down to the beach. There she meets a man who offers to help her.

International Biotechnology - Economics and Policy by A Henco

A.Henco@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The macroeconomic and geopolitical elements of the biotechnology revolution have not been given the serious attention that they merit. This book addresses these subjects of prime importance and so touches us all, not only the researchers, businessmen and politicians, and our children. In addition, International Biotechnology adds a philosophical and human dimension to what could be viewed as a purely academic subject.

Key points are included with each chapter so that for the time poor reader, the main points are made clear. By employing the references provided, which are all downloadable from the world wide web, one can delve even more deeply into aspects that appear most relevant at the time.

Overall, International Biotechnology is an excellent resource to either read cover to cover, or keep on the shelf to dip into when the need arises.

The Legend of Snowy The Shrew by Noel Beaty

Noel.Beaty@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A long, long time ago, back in the lost and forgotten world of the Implings, reigned a great monarch named Queen Bryonia who ruled the lands of Alfinio. Her palace lay deep within the subterranean forests of Fahl where she strove to help others who were much less fortunate than herself.
One of the persecuted groups of animals that the Queen had promised to protect was the shrews who lived within a settlement in an adjoining world. Now for those of you who don’t know what a shrew is, well….it’s an extremely shy mouse-like creature, rarely ever seen by us. And even I, being a farmer’s lad, have only managed to see but two or three in my whole lifetime thus far.

Lying in wait out there, and ready to steel away the Queen’s powers and de-throne her, sending all of these joyous worlds into a darkness of despair, disorder and distress, was her arch enemy, the evil imp of the night thorn who had started off in the palace as one of her majesty’s most loyal subjects and was her personal adviser too until one day he happened to turn bad and his main aim in life became to destroy all things good and everything that he would touch, he would try his hardest to turn into something evil.

But caught up in the heart of this battle was an albino shrew named Snowy who, with a boy imp called Joebe Murrow, took on the evil imp of the night thorn. This imp, for his dark dealings had been banished forever from the lands of Alfinio by Queen Bryonia, a long time ago. And as he lay there in wait within his new found home of the poisonous night thorn tree, loitering like a demon of the dark, he longed for the ultimate prize to come to him. This was the thing called the sleepy dust light that, once every thousand years, had to make its way out from the safety of the lands of Alfinio, and into the unprotected world of the shrew.

Collected Poems by Joyce Neill

Joyce.Neill@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Joyce Neill was born 19th November 1915 in Harrow, to John Sidney and Elsie Davies, both schoolteachers from Wales. After nine years at North London Collegiate, Joyce won a scholarship to Newnham College, Cambridge, where she studied medicine. She then moved to the Royal Free to complete her clinical studies.

In 1941 she married Desmond Neill and moved first toYork, then Leeds where he was working in Adult Education. In 1946 the family moved to Belfast where Desmond took up a new post as director of the Social Studies Department at Queen’s University.

After raising her family, Joyce worked in a number of medical posts and was active in setting up a family planning service throughout the province.
On retirement Joyce and Desmond remained in Belfast, both involved in the Quaker community and its work for many years.

After Desmond’s death in 2004, Joyce has stayed in Belfast and lives in a retirement home.

Teaching English for International Business by R J Goddard

R.J.Goddard@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Teaching English for International Business is the essential guide for teachers who teach or who intend to teach Business English in an international context. The book explores both traditional approaches and the latest developments in language teaching methodology, and examines both in the light of differing educational cultures.

Teaching English for International Business offers the following.

A wide range of practical ideas (for example: using role-plays, simulations, case studies and games) that will help you develop your expertise as a professional in the world of English for International Business.
A comprehensive account of models of cultural differences and how these may influence both global business and your own teaching style.
A review of the range of teaching/training in English for International Business and of the main issues influencing global business.
New ideas for incorporating key areas of language analysis (for example: genre analysis, conversational analysis, discourse analysis) into the teaching of EIB.
Questions and tasks for each chapter so that you can measure your progress.

Unit 1
The Environment and Scope of EIB

Chapter 1: EFL, ESP and EIB - 1
Chapter 2: EFL, ESP and EIB - 2
Chapter 3: The EIB Environment
Chapter 4: The Intercultural Scope - 1
Chapter 5: The Intercultural Scope - 2
Chapter 6: Culture and the Classroom - 1
Chapter 7: Culture and the Classroom - 2
Chapter 8: Management of Programmes
Chapter 9: Marketing the EIB Product
Chapter 10: Language, Communication and Culture
Bibliography

Unit 2

Needs, Materials and Course Design

Chapter 1: Course Design – 1
Chapter 2: Course Design – 2: Needs Analysis
Chapter 3: Course Design – 3: Putting it all together
Chapter 4: Materials for EIB
Bibliography

Unit 3

Methodology and Classroom Practice

Chapter 1: What is Appropriate Methodology?
Chapter 2: Method, Postmethod or Pragmatism?
Chapter 3: Teaching by Principles
Chapter 4: Balancing Techniques and Teacher Roles
Chapter 5: Lesson Planning
Chapter 6: Using Simulations and Case Studies
Chapter 7: Business Communication Skills
Chapter 8: Teaching One-to-One
Chapter 9: Learning and Learning Styles
Chapter 10: Evaluation and Assessment
Bibliography

Unit 4

Language, Communication and Culture

Chapter 1: Language Analysis - Introduction
Chapter 2: Language Analysis - Discourse
Chapter 3: Language Analysis - Conversation
Chapter 4: Language Analysis - Genre
Chapter 5: Culture and Business Communication - 1
Chapter 6: Culture and Business Communication - 2
Chapter 7: Culture and Business Communication - 3
Chapter 8: Non-verbal Communication (NVC)
Chapter 9: Culture and Relationships
Chapter 10: Communication in a Virtual World
Bibliography

On Wings - American English Edition by Jonathan T Scott

Jonathan.T.Scott@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 17 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

The world’s most effective fighting force was not led by Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Genghis Khan, or Napoleon. In all of history, only one class of warrior has ever gone undefeated for over two hundred years – despite almost continuous engagement and virtually always against overwhelming odds. The horses they rode were beyond comparison in terms of stamina, courage, and strength and their swords have been described as the finest cutting tools ever used in war. Indeed, the mere sight of these men approaching a battlefield was often enough to send an enemy fleeing.This is the story of how a unique and disciplined cavalry developed its most intimidating assets – groups of men that actually bore giant wings as they rode into battle and wielded weapons capable of scratching the sky.

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Life's Like That by Joyce Burton

Joyce.Burton@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 06 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A collection of poems by Joyce Burton with original artwork.

Fate and Fame by Morris Zebaida

Morris.Zebaida@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Kregor Mankovitch was determined from the very beginning to succeed and be a rich man irrespective of the circumstances and he was even prepared to murder should anyone stand in his way. He was not aware that the job in the oil field in Novosibirsk, which was imposed on him, would ultimately lead him to the great wealth and fame he dreamt of and that he would be a significant philanthropist in Finland. Kregor Mankovitch brilliantly and masterfully manipulated his boss in the oil field and managed to siphon millions of barrels of crude oil worth tens of millions of dollars without being caught or questioned. It was doubly amazing to sell the oil to existing customers of the oil field and pocket all the proceeds for himself. He became famous by building and donating hospitals, schools, and scholarships to Finland. He also donated hospitals to Denmark and Norway. He was finally honoured by the President of Finland and by Her Majesty The Queen of Denmark.

Please Remember by A. R. Drew

A..R..Drew@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A Greek holiday with friends turns out to be far more than expected. The mutual attraction between Anna and Nikos blossoms into love, but will it turn out to be just a fleeting holiday romance?

Anna returns to Crete and, throwing all caution to the wind, the lovesick couple make plans to be together.

After meeting Suela – not a friendly encounter – strange and disturbing occurrences follow.

Does Suela have her own agenda for Nikos? Is Anna and Nikos’s love strong enough to overcome any threat? The reader is caught up in this tangled web of emotions and intrigue until all is revealed…

The Phoenix Inheritance by Derek Rossitter

Derek.Rossitter@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 05 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This enthralling and nostalgic tale is set in the same period as the author’s companion novel, SPLENDOUR POSTPONED, i.e. the hundred years between 1870 and 1970. It recounts the story of three families caught up in an intricate web of love, hate, prejudice, hope, despair, treason, murder, forgiveness and reconciliation. The action moves between Germany, England, Switzerland, Austria and France and embraces both world wars and the Holocaust.

Terminal Africa: The Curse of the Ancestral Cord by P F Erasmus

P.F.Erasmus@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Africa seems to be in dire need of a new ethos that will enable socio-political Africa to embrace all its people towards a common destiny, in the broad sense of the word, regardless of race, colour or creed.