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Short Stories for Long, Dark Nights by Richard Wilson

Richard.Wilson@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:32:38 GMT

Short Stories for Long, Dark Nights

When the village gala goes wrong and the fortune teller runs late, the crystal ball creates a chance for blackmail. Will the lady president seize this chance? Or will the Huntsford Ladies Charity Guild lose a lucrative fund raiser? Then there’s the strange goings on at Pentham Scientific Institute and the mysterious paintings on the doors of the grandfather’s clock, and what about Miss Snow’s spooky séance, is it rigged?

A varied collection of short stories, some not for the faint hearted, some giving a new perspective on familiar ideas, some sprinkled with humour, many showing an interesting insight into the way we view our society. A lively patchwork, with a range of characters and situations to suit most tastes.

Short Stories for Long Journeys by Richard Wilson

Richard.Wilson@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:31:35 GMT

Short Stories for Long Journeys

When you’re wondering what to do to pass the time on a train, ship or plane or watching yet another repeat on TV, you will certainly find something in this book to entertain you, perplex you with magic, frighten you to death while prospecting for diamonds and…oh please cat-lovers, whatever you’d, don’t miss those two tearaway cats – they will most definitely amuse you – in fact, they’ll have you laughing until your sides split.

From haunted houses to the supernatural, chuckles and mishaps at charity events to chilling tales of vengeance and duplicity. There is something for everyone here among the unforgettable characters and situations that come alive in this the author’s second published collection of short stories.

This is Richard Wilson’s second published book of short stories, His previous book – “ Short Stories for Long Dark Nights” – is a collection of twenty one stories in the same genre.

The Vryan Crystal by Richard Wilson

Richard.Wilson@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:29:44 GMT

Tyr, the most powerful of all wizards and Mora, the beautiful enchantress and beloved of Tyr are given three tasks by Jehvo.

Two of these tasks are filled with great danger and one is filled with great delight. But there will be another task, unknowingly, of their own making. This task and its consequences will prove to be the deadliest of them all for Tyr, Mora and their numerous allies……

A Way of Giving by Sam Greenbank

Sam.Greenbank@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:00:49 GMT

About the book

This little book bridges the gap between Sunday and Monday for the Christian disciple because it exposes the relevance of Christ's teaching on wealth and possessions to everyday life. To Jesus, the secret of fulfilled living is about giving and not about getting and keeping. This is a 2000 year old revolutionary message which can be embraced by people of all religions and none. It counsels us to be satisfied with enough. It is an ethic for living.

Each chapter is a commentary on a saying of Jesus, a story which he told or an encounter with a member of the public. The commentary explores the meaning of each passage of scripture for us in the 21st. Century. Each chapter is followed by a painting or a photograph to aid reflection of the text.

More Creative Scenic Modelling by John Parkinson

John.Parkinson@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:50:11 GMT

Following on from “Creative Scenic Modelling”, John Parkinson continues the story of his 30 years of scenic modelling by looking in more depth at his small portable working dioramas, including construction details, modelling techniques and track plans. With the aid of many prototype photos he also describes the background to his models of North Wales, Cornwall, America and Germany.

Additionally, he shows how he made two small scenic boards for demonstrating the basic methods and materials he uses, as well as a special section on making rock formations, and also relates some of his exhibition experiences, mentioning people who have helped and encouraged him along the way.

The Faults of your Friends by Martin Busby

Martin.Busby@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:24:56 GMT

The faults of your friends contains eight short stories that may make you question if your first opinion of people that you have just met is the correct one and if you are wrong then you may not live long enough to regret your mistake.

A girl who just wants to get home after work gets a lift after her car breaks down.

A pair of night time office cleaners that aren’t really what they seem to be.

A mall manager about to meet one last customer, the last person he really wanted to see at all.

A disabled man who hears as much as he see’s is about to help someone he has never met.

A couple of swingers who have an accident get more than they bargained for at a farmhouse.

A ware house security guard is about to have another odd night at work.

A TV personality opens his eyes to realise that pleasure can quickly turn into pain.

An old man, small, timid and surely not capable of the chaos he has been arrested for.

The Musical Director's Handbook by Stuart Morley

Stuart.Morley@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:21:32 GMT

The Musical Director's Handbook is a comprehensive guide for musicians who want to learn more about Musical Direction in Theatre. Chapter by chapter, this handbook explores the different skills required of the Musical Director, from the early stages of score learning and pre-production, through auditions and rehearsals, right up to opening night and beyond. As well as offering help and advice, based on the writer's own experience working in amateur, youth and professional theatre, each chapter contains exercises and suggestions for further study. Whether you are approaching this as a keen amateur, a school or college music teacher, or a professional musician, the Musical Director's handbook will help to ensure that your journey to opening night is a happy and fulfilling one.

The Captain's Story ... Nightmare in Vienna by Johnnie Bullivant

Johnnie.Bullivant@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:24:51 GMT

The author Johnnie Bullivant was engaged for the major part of his professional working life in motor coach tour operations in the United Kingdom and on mainland Europe. This is from where he has drawn upon his knowledge and experience during working both in the ‘field’ as a Courier and Driver, and as an Executive Manager within the tourist industry to present his storylines.

In more recent years’ Johnnie trained in radio media presentations, and has also embraced roles as a Supporting Artiste in a number of television/film productions as well as taking on ad-hoc assignments for coach tour companies as a Facilitator/Presenter.

Magic Bullet - Finance Skills for Sales and Marketing by Brian Watts

Brian.Watts@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:50:49 GMT

This book is aimed at sales and marketing managers
who want
to develop their financial skills and knowledge to become better – and
ultimately more successful – in business.

Written in a clear, jargon-free style, it cuts
through the
business speak and management gobbledygook to help you:

Better understand how companies work
Evaluate the financial health of your
customers
Spot the danger signs of a failing
business
Avoid the pitfalls of poor pricing
decisions
Monitor your sales performance against
budget

Each chapter has exercises with answers and a
checklist of
business terms to test your knowledge as you go along. The book also
features a
glossary of financial phrases so you’re not left scratching your head
during
business meetings.

Brian Watts is a retired university lecturer and
author of
several books on business finance.

‘Magic Bullet Finance Skills for Sales and
Marketing’ is
based on his 30 years of experience as a private consultant training
sales and
marketing managers for blue-chip firms throughout Europe
and the US.
He
has condensed the teaching material and feedback into a pocketbook
guide to
bring it to a wider audience.

Magic Formulas for all (B&W Version) by Chris Pettitt

Chris.Pettitt@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:43:19 GMT

A satirical look at contemporary British society and culture.

The book comically applies mathematical formulas to everyday personal, social and working situations. Readers are encouraged to apply the formulas to their own situations and lives.

With 250 pages of black and white text, photos and illustrations, the book contains over 70 easy-to-read formulas exploring life in the home, on holiday, at work, and in the big wide world. There is also a fantasy formula section, and some illustrated examples of formulas from well-known historical events....with lots of surprises!

The author offers a handsome reward for anyone who can unlock a secret code running throughout the book

The book is also available in full colour as a download (in three separate parts).

What the professionals in the publishing world said:-

...a fun, original and very interesting idea...

...a highly impressive presentation, incredibly well thought through....

...quality of writing, originality of approach....

...shows off your talent for writing, design and humour....

More details and samples available on magicformulasforall.com

Sometimes by Jonathan Handiman

Jonathan.Handiman@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:46:25 GMT

Lost and Found

We are pain
We are sorrow
We are joy
We are love
We are passion
We are ecstasy
We are all of the above
You search for your identity
You search for what is true
Your search has ended here my friend
For all these things are you!

Alphabetical Order (All the Men in My Life) by Daisy Whittaker

Daisy.Whittaker@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:07:11 GMT

What's in a name? Could Daisy have found her soulmate if she'd been more careful about the names of her dates? This is a witty, poignant new twist on lonely hearts. A rollercoaster autobiography, an A-Z of the men in Daisy's life.

Why can't Daisy form a lasting relationship of any value? The reasons are tantalizingly revealed. An early marriage to a cross-dresser, an abusive father, the Exploitative Boss. A series of other encounters weave through the more serious stuff-The Year of the Africans (the accent just makes her weak at the knees now), Gardening Men of the Year (how else do you avoid an osteopath's bill?). The ironic contrast between the confident professional woman and the vulnerable female who can't keep her personal life together. The pleasures and disasters of exotic places. It's Eat, Pray, Love, Get Let Down Again. The soul mate has been met and lost. Is he still out there -somewhere? And is there a correlation between men's names and the way in which they behave? Of course there is. Paul, for example, means little - and part of him was.

This is chick-lit for the intelligent reader. For the many women who are dipping their toes into internet dating, it is an hilarious warning. Daisy is each and every one of us. Someone who still hopes and dreams, buys into the nirvana of a love-for-life, but is the quintessential twenty first century woman.

http://www.daisywhittaker.net/

The BD Handbook for Lawyers: Part One - Prospects to Advocates by Mr Tony Reiss

Mr.Tony.Reiss@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 15:21:47 GMT

Partners in law firms are facing much tougher market conditions. There is evidence that there has been a paradigm shift in terms of the relationship between clients and firms. So firms need a new and effective way of structuring their approach to Business Development (BD).

Prospects to Advocates offers lawyers such a new approach. It provides a disciplined yet pragmatic framework with guides and checklists to offer practical help. It is designed to keep in your desk drawer in case your BD team are busy or if you feel you need some extra help or a second opinion.

A second handbook is also available called Pitch Perfect.

Tony Reiss has been the BD Director at two top 30 international law firms and at the consulting division of one of the large accounting firms. He has 20 years of experience working with 30 of the top 50 law firms as well as two of the Big 4 Accounting firms. Tony has delivered more than 100 courses on BD and coached more than 100 partners and senior associates.

A final word from a client using some of the tools from Prospects to Advocates:

“Not only do I now know what to do on the BD side, but I have the confidence to do it” Partner, top 30 law firm.

Dust and Fury by David Barnett

David.Barnett@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:07:51 GMT

Set in the Sultanate of Oman this is an epic tale during the conflict known as the Dhofar Insurgency. It features the struggles of a simple impoverished mountain family which is torn apart by different ideals and loyalties. Mussalim, the eldest son of Abdulla, enlists in the cause of the deprived, fighting against privation which unavoidably places him on the same side of the Communists who have a far more ambitious agenda. Abdulla’s other two sons and for very different reasons find themselves fighting in the cause of the incumbent Sultan.
This bitter power struggle eventually gave birth to modern day Oman and also began the reign of Oman’s present head of State, His Majesty Sultan Qaboos, under whose benevolent leadership the country has since flourished.
It is a humane story of love, loyalty, passion, betrayal and revenge. It also features the 'Battle of Mirbat,' an action well recorded in the annuls of the British SAS. This story will be of interest to both expert and novice in the field of Middle East culture as well as those who simply enjoy a good story with lots of dramatic action.

To Lay a Ghost: Part one - Trigger by I K Rowland

I.K.Rowland@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:14:49 GMT

TO LAY A GHOST is a male, gay, romance; an old-fashioned concept but set in modern times at the turn of the 20th century. It follows the loves and loyalties between and among a group of hardworking twenty- and thirty-something men who happen to be gay motorcyclists.

In Part One - Trigger, while out riding his motorcycle, Stephen Paterson witnesses a fatal motoring accident in which a car driver is killed and a motorcyclist, Chaz, is seriously injured. This incident sets in motion a series of developments which completely change the lives not only of Stephen but also of Chaz and all his friends.
Because of a heavy blizzard during the evening of the accident Stephen offers four of Chaz’s friends overnight accommodation in his home. While they are eating the four friends tell Stephen that they are all gay; to their great surprise he accepts their statement with equanimity.
He spends much of the ensuing night talking with David, Chaz’s partner. From David he learns of the tragedy and subsequent difficulties in Chaz’s early life and then of two tragedies in David’s developing years. He also learns how David progressed from total stranger to become Chaz’s life partner. Stephen also leans a considerable amount about the entire group of friends.
After seeing David to bed, Stephen then spends the rest of the night talking to Rusty, Chaz’s lifelong friend, who amplifies David’s account, including some personal details of his own.
Eventually as dawn approaches Stephen is able to complete a graphic design on which he has been working.

Tim Oliver, Evacuee by Tom Farrell

Tom.Farrell@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 09:59:17 GMT

As Tim waves to the footplate men on the ‘Coronation Scot’ one morning in early September, 1939, he little realises how much his life is about to change. Britain has just declared war on Nazi Germany, and the kids of Liverpool, where he lives, must run for cover.

Tim is evacuated to Shropshire, far away from his Mum and Dad, exchanging back alleys for country lanes, and his life as a city boy for that of a farm lad, while, not very far away, British fighter-pilots are holding back a powerful enemy.

And now he has enemies of his own. A super-strict Headmistress, who doesn’t want city boys in her school, and unfriendly local lads who think they are sissies. But, like his nation, street–wise Tim is determined to survive.

The Eccentric Universe by Rob Lowe

Rob.Lowe@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:52:20 GMT

Wonders, mysteries and secrets of where we live. A fascinating and perceptive insight into the most peculiar aspects of the Universe. Topics covered are verging on the 'almost unbelievable'. How nature has revealed instantaneous communication; the reason for déjà vu; the remarkable eternal jellyfish; where money comes from; the fastest evolutionary species; the mysteries of instinct; what this peculiar Higgs particle is all about; the cause of consciousness; secrets of how to hypnotise people; the extraordinary properties of light; the quantum computing revolution; tell-tale signs which show extraterrestrials exist; what happens when you die; traits that constitute happiness; the mysteries of time; how 'they' are watching you; inventions of the future; and a host of other compelling topics.

Little Black Book Volume 2 by Mr OH

Mr.OH@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:53:16 GMT

Following the success of his 20110 debut: Little Black Boo, the ever-mysterious Oh returns with the second book in the Trilogy. Taking another up close and personal look at sex in London's multi-cultural community, Little Black Book Volume 2 is a mix of heated stories and poems designed to keep your eyes, mind and thighs open.
Featuring the debut of a new Erotic Writer's group called: The Blackrotica Collection.

Little Black Book Volume 2 is:
MILES & MELISSA holding a PHONE CRADLE telling OFFICE TALES for an HONOUREE'S REWARD but will MARCUS & THE TRUTH be exposed during LADIES NITE? Only if you DO ME RIGHT whilst ESCAPING TEMPTATION for some PASSION PLAY, just bring your FOOT SOLES & PANTYHOSE for THE MEETING especially NOW WE'VE MET...

Come with your DESTINY CREATOR

Crossword Anagram Companion by David Hughes

David.Hughes@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:36:52 GMT

This is a collection of anagrams that I have assembled which is designed to be of assistance to both compilers and solvers of crosswords. There may well be an infinite number of anagrams available, but I have limited the inclusion to those of no more than 15 letters, which is normally the maximum extent of crosswords, and also excluded all those obvious ones of less than 5 letters. One will find that each entry is listed under each interpretation alphabetically although, where more than one word is used, those referring may need to look for words in a different order to arrive at a meaningful solution in the context of the crossword. The addition of the letter S to make the plural forms of single words should also be considered. I do not claim that this compilation is exhaustive and I shall continue to expand it as others come to my notice.

David Hughes
September 2011

Miss Martha Douglas by Miller Caldwell

Miller.Caldwell@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:01:09 GMT

Martha Douglas encountered several needles in her remarkable yet troubled life.

One needle brought anguish while another brought relief
     One brought pleasure while another disbelief
     One needle eased suffering amid the horrors of war
     The final needle brought contentment on a far off shore.

In an era of discrimination bold acts of the day
     Swayed the thoughts of many that never went away
     Today equality is for everyone with no exemption
     Martha broke the mould, resulting from much tension.
     ©mc

A historical novel containing authentic unseen period photographs from this gifted Scottish storyteller.

Jasper Lobster's Missing Saxophone by Kirsten Seedhouse

Kirsten.Seedhouse@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 08:44:56 GMT

Jasper Lobster can't play in tonights Concert without his missing Saxophone! Can the seaside residents of Sandy Bay find it in time? "Jasper Lobster's Missing Saxophone" is the brilliant new book in the Sandy Bay series written by Kirsten Seedhouse and Illustrated by David Seedhouse.

The Messenger of Love by Stella Longland

Stella.Longland@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:38:27 GMT

The Messenger of Love:

This is a story about a Grandparent and a Grandchild - a love story - which illustrates how the up-above and the down-below reach out and touch one another, and how ancientness supports and informs the modern mind.

In this book experiences, drawn from altered state journeys and everyday life, are woven together, suggesting that the psyche is full of worlds; that time, our experience, is immersed in timelessness; and that space, our perception, has flexible boundaries.

Light, teetering on the edge of particle-ness, of particular-ness, jumps into form, and so it is that limits, which define the form, are set in place. Within the limits these potentials, to experience and to be experienced, have their place. Self consciousness begins, and self conscious beings, having the ability to reflect on things, have the opportunity to explore beyond the perceived limits.

The author is an explorer, who, in describing the phenomena, is offering the experiences as examples of the potential of ancient shamanic practices to enrich life experience. A new form of adventure emerges, one which is medicine for the modern mind.

The book is

experiential not didactic a love story between the ancient and the modern world shamanic practice in a modern setting stream of consciousness writing stepping into new dimensions

Cupid's Pursuit by Patrick Shanahan

Patrick.Shanahan@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 14:00:35 GMT

Matthew Malarkey is a man on a mission. To find a soul mate. Following the breakup of his marriage he has searched in vain for a new relationship. Encouraged by his good friend Cecil Delaney, he has lived a hectic social life, trawling bars and clubs, but with no success in finding that meaningful connection. Cecil, a straight talking, cockney Londoner who loves to party, suggests that he tries the world of internet dating. Matthew signs up on line in the pursuit of love and embarks on a series of dating escapades, with a variety of ladies, only to find that Cupid does not make the quest for love easy. As Matthew searches for that elusive spark, he finds himself becoming involved in a succession of entanglements, culminating in a date he doesn’t want - with the law.

A Very Peculiar Talent by Charlotte A. Hutt

Charlotte.A..Hutt@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:28:54 GMT

When Tessie runs away from home she doesn’t want her mother to find her, but disappearing is easier than she had thought possible. The first time she disappears not many people miss her, but her second and her third disappearances cause more concern to her friends, but just because they knew where she was once didn’t mean she was there now.

Just what is her peculiar talent?

An intriguing mystery which will keep you guessing.

The Black Raven by Paul Winterflood

Paul.Winterflood@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:39:03 GMT

JULY 1996: Israel builds a prototype of the world’s first THEL - Tactical High Energy Laser weapon. The U.S agrees to co-fund further development.*

MAY 2000 - AUGUST 2004: In tests THELs shoot down rockets, artillery shells and even multiple incoming mortar rounds. It is estimated that at a range of 5km ‘probability-of-kill’ is virtually 100%.*

DECEMBER 2004:Israel reduces its level of funding, amid serious concerns about THELs limited mobility and therefore practicality on the battlefield. The U.S agrees that there’ll need to be a significant technical breakthrough.*

SIX MONTHS AGO: While working on an unrelated project involving the world’s leading tank armour, a small family run company in England, called Mason Electronics, quite literally cracks it.

Using a high energy laser to blaze an ionised path through the air, they are able to release a huge burst of energy along this invisible conductor. Just like lightning.

Only this is lightning with a difference. YOU CAN AIM IT.

Recognising that they have created the ideal terrorist super weapon, the project is immediately cloaked in secrecy. Code named ‘The Black Raven’, only four people are even aware of its existence.

TWO WEEKS AGO: A number of loyal retired employees, who still have a significant shareholding in Mason Electronics, notify the company that they’ve been made a hugely attractive offer for their shares.

Way too attractive for MD Frank Mason.

Alarm bells start to ring.

YESTERDAY: Mason’s daughter goes missing...

*Factual

A Working Class Hero by Alex McMillan

Alex.McMillan@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:59:47 GMT

“I never wanted to be a quitter. It’s just the way things turned out.”

Tom McCauley has packed shoes into boxes. He’s chopped Turkeys on Christmas Eve. He’s answered phones and swept car parks and been a quality checker of contact lenses. He’s processed your payments, botched your complaints and forgotten to order your replacement cards.

This is his story…..

Without doubt the funniest book I’ve read in years.
David Hannigan

If anyone asks me ‘what’s happened to the UK?’ I tell them to read this book.
John Fall

Read this book. It made me laugh out loud in public and it made me a little sad too.
Steve Smith

In Search of Lost Knowledge by William Grove

William.Grove@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:53:50 GMT

Life, for me, until I reached the age of 18-years, was not in any manner extraordinary. I was, however, given a grammar-school education. And then........

I awoke wondering how I came to be lying upon a strange bed, on a
Sunday-afternoon at that?

With no recollection of the incident I was to learn that a speeding car had collided head-on with my bicycle which threw me over the handle-bars to bounce off the car, prior to hitting the road-surface.

My injuries were severe from my head to my ribs, my left-arm almost severed, left side of my face paralysed, a fracture to my skull above the left ear, my jaw dislocated, teeth and nose damaged. That I survived was a miracle they informed me, due in part, to a healthy, war-time diet, roadside attention from a Miss Morris, local mid-wife, and treatment at a cottage hospital almost four-miles distant.

I write the above in order to explain why, from then onward, I was to receive, always spontaneous in nature, that which I understand to be minor occurrences of precognition, examples of psychic awareness or, to use a phrase beloved of the psychiatric establishment, lateral thought.

Professional sources are agreed that such damage to the skull, with resultant bruising of the brain, can cause such an effect. I briefly refer to this unusual aid elsewhere in my researches, in order to explain how I have been able to reach conclusions which others have failed to achieve despite the often large array of books published for a given subject.

Upon occasion a scientist, brain free of any damage, is able, by similar means, to actually dream up the solution to a problem that has evaded him for far too-long.

Magic formulas for all (Colour Version) part 1: Home, Shopping, and Fun by Chris Pettitt

Chris.Pettitt@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:35:39 GMT

This is Part One of
the Full Colour Version of Chris Pettitt’s hilarious book Magic
Formulas for
All.

A satirical look at
British culture which comically applies mathematical formulas to
everyday life
in the home, in the shops and supermarkets, in the garden, and on
holiday.

Over 70 full-colour
lavishly-illustrated pages, available as a download.

Looking for
a parking space?

Had a good
Christmas?

Finished
the decorating?

Will the
car be mended in time?

Overspent
on holiday?

Lost in the
supermarket?

Your questions will
be answered here!

What the
professionals in the publishing world said:-

...a fun, original and very
interesting idea...

...a highly impressive presentation,
incredibly well thought through....

...quality of writing, originality
of approach....

...shows off your talent for
writing, design and humour....

Further details and
samples are available on magicformulasforall.com

Magic formulas for all (Colour Version) part 2: Time for Work by Chris Pettitt

Chris.Pettitt@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:30:30 GMT

This is Part Two of
the Full Colour Version of Chris Pettitt’s hilarious book Magic
Formulas for
All.

The World of Work is
explored in this satirical look at British working practices. Over 80
pages of
colourful text, photos and illustrations are used to comically apply
mathematical formulas to everyday life in the office, factory,
boardroom and
classroom.

Workers--are you a square peg in a
round hole?

Managers--worried about meeting
company targets?

Directors--concerned about any dodgy
deals lately?

Teachers—how do you rate your
performance in the classroom?

PLUS—discover
the truth about a few ancient myths and legends.

What the
professionals in the publishing world said:-

...a fun, original and very
interesting idea...

...a highly impressive presentation,
incredibly well thought through....

...quality of writing, originality of
approach....

...shows off your talent for
writing, design and humour....

Further details and
samples are available on magicformulasforall.com

Magic formulas for all (Colour Version) part 3: Big Wide World by Chris Pettitt

Chris.Pettitt@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:25:37 GMT

This is Part Three of
the Full Colour Version of Chris Pettitt’s hilarious book Magic
Formulas for
All.

Over 80 full-colour
pages of text, photos and illustrations. A satirical look at the modern
world
through comically applied and easy-to-read mathematical formulas.

How British are you feeling today?

Will capitalism survive?

Do you believe what you read in the
newspapers?

Did you know the world’s getting
bigger?

What does the future hold?

Where does motorway rubbish come
from?

Have you got the right Willy Wealth?

PLUS—a few Fantasy
Formulas from the Magic World of Make Believe!

What the
professionals in the publishing world said:-

...a fun, original and very
interesting idea...

...a highly impressive presentation,
incredibly well thought through....

...quality of writing, originality
of approach....

...shows off your talent for
writing, design and humour....

Further details and
samples are available at magicformulasforall.com

Dust and Dreams by Robin Trounson

Robin.Trounson@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:26:41 GMT

In this diary-cum-travelogue we are transported to the oil-rich world of the United Arab Emirates.

Within living memory there were few permanent buildings, no schools, hospitals or tarmac roads. Now the UAE boasts the tallest building in the world and dreams of becoming a global hub for knowledge, culture, sport and tourism. But for all their urban sophistication the descendants of the Bedouin still live by a desert creed and cling to customs fashioned by distant ancestors.

Citing Arabic proverbs and observations from Arabian travellers, the author shows that while skyscrapers and construction dust may fill the eye, modern life constantly reverberates with echoes of the past.

Two Idiots by Waheed Mughal

Waheed.Mughal@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 13:57:04 GMT

Raheem Chaudhry has been to the UK for forty years. He has got three young daughters and wishes to marry them in his family back in Pakistan. He asks his elder brother to send his son to the UK for this purpose. Kamal, nephew of Raheem Chaudhry, comes to UK on student visa with a dream to make a good life. The family, friends and the people of his village have lot of expectations from him. He has become an ideal man in the village.

His cousins in the UK are well educated and unfortunately, none of them wants to marry him. A war starts at his uncle’s house the very first day he arrived in London. Raheem wants this marriage happened at any cost while his wife and daughters are all against it.

At college Kamal meets Ajay, an Indian guy, and they become good friends. Ajay has been loving one of his colleagues at work for four years but would never be able to tell her to her face. He believes one day she will feel his love and say to him, ‘Same to you’. He spends most of his time sitting on the bank of River Thames, at London Eye, talking to the waves. This is a mystery for Kamal why his friend is so emotionally attached with the river.

Kamal wants to compete with his cousins by getting good education and doing a decent job in London. Ajay is waiting for his honey to accept his love

But the realities are far from what they both are thinking.

Three Days in the Life of an African Christian Villager by Jim Harries

Jim.Harries@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 12:14:40 GMT

While sitting reflectively watching the smoke emerging from his wife's kitchen, this African villager recounts his thoughts and observations on just three days of village life. On Friday, his boss tries to deal with a fall in profit margins of the company he works for. Saturday's account explains some of the intrigues surrounding just another village funeral. Village Christianity becomes the focus of the Sunday. Read this intriguing little diary, a close literal translation from an original in Dholuo (of western Kenya), to begin to acquire fascinating insights into contemporary village life as an African Christian man.

This book is suitable to be used as a part of courses on missions, African Christianity and culture, development and inter-cultural communication at undergraduate and graduate levels.

The Lives of Brian by Brian Canty

Brian.Canty@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 11:41:36 GMT

Brian Canty went into retirement as a former member of H.M. Diplomatic Service. However, during his lifetime, his experiences were wide and varied. As a young man, waiting to be called up for the Royal Navy, he worked as a junior clerk in a unique department of the Home Civil Service; the Tithe Redemption Commission. Then, on leaving the navy, he was assigned to the Air Ministry, later the Air Force Department of the Ministry of Defence. Following a sabbatical year at the R.A.F. Staff College, he transferred to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and, towards the end of his career, represented Her Majesty as a Governor of one the last remaining British Overseas Territories.

Associated for so many years with the members of the Armed Forces, he shared an empathy with the servicemen and servicewomen, and all who have to deal with the consequences of political ineptitude and the persistent failure of mankind to learn from the lessons of history. Married, and with grown-up family, the author and his wife have, since retirement, travelled the world and made homes in Scotland and America. With grandchildren, on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, they have been fortunate to live long enough, in good health, see them mature and take their places in a generation that must try to solve the many problems that they will inherit.

Nomads - Deeper Than Blue by S.D. Anugyan

S.D..Anugyan@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:27:05 GMT

‘The darker we, the brighter they.’

Sometimes gods and demons have to work together.

Yes. The situation is that bad...



A goddess has come to Earth in order to stop a demonic serial killer whose onslaught could become apocalyptic. To accomplish this she has to seduce the one person who may be able to help; for the key is in the past and, whether he is aware of it or not, he knows its whereabouts. Their quest will take them, and others, to the African savannah and the Australian outback, all the time pursued by those with their own brutal agenda.



An erotic supernatural thriller, ‘Nomads’ is the second part of the ‘Demons’ trilogy. Even more intense and passionate than its predecessor, it is also a complete story in itself.

But That's Not Another Story by Rogeri

Rogeri@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:11:51 GMT

Synopsis

“Written strictly tongue-in-cheek with a large dose of poetic license coupled with pulp fiction overtones and underlying black comedy,” is how author Rogeri (his pen name) describes his recently published book.

But That’s Not Another Story is an offbeat tale of interconnected stories involving a variety of far-fetched scenarios laced with charmless characters. Each chapter’s chain of events gradually evolves, leading to the next extreme set of circumstances as a result of a telephone call.

Interspersed with sexual situations of a mixed nature (although such scenes are composed in the best possible taste!) the chapters are accompanied by an illustration for the purpose of illuminating each opening scene.

The story ultimately completes a full circle, leading to the opening chapter’s character’s dire set of circumstances that result in a dramatic and conclusive ending.

How Can The Practice of Yoga Change Your Life? by David Alexander

David.Alexander@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:54:48 GMT

David Alexander, lives with his wife, Evelyn, in Andulucia, Spain. They have two children. After training as a dancer and choreographer in London, David taught in schools, colleges and universities. Yoga training began in Ireland with the Wheel of Yoga organisation. After retiring from dancing he gave classes in dance in a community arts centre for many years. In his fifties he worked in Northern Ireland in the anti-sectarian movement, work which led him to train in psychotherapy. In his spare time he plays classical guitar.

The Best Walks Near Fort William by Philip Scholes

Philip.Scholes@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 14:00:34 GMT

From easy walks to big days out, low level and mountainous; this guide presents a small selection of popular routes near to Fort William. The Abstracts section allows a quick and easy way to find a suitable walk. The route descriptions are to-the-point, don’t waffle and have diagrams.

The contents are chosen to answer the following frequently asked questions:

“I have a few hours spare, is there an easy walk with good views?”
“I’ve been up Ben Nevis before, are there any other ways to the summit?”
“I want an exciting day on the hills, where should I go?”
“I’m a rambler with little mountain experience, is there anything suitable for me?”

The Famine and the Fear by Reg Corns

Reg.Corns@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 16:21:31 GMT

It was 1845 in Ireland when the potato famine struck. Its impact on two of the many Irish families was devastating.

All they had was the potato, it was their provider until the blight came that is, then starvation and disease followed and with it the deaths of thousands of fellow Irish cottiers.

To survive would be a task many would fail, but for others severe challenges lay ahead as they attempted to escape to the new world.

Yet many did survive only to be confronted by further ordeals awaiting them as they crossed the sea, then in Canada and America as loved ones became separated.

Would they find each other in the ever changing world of the 1850s?

Who knows? Impossible things can happen.

Dance the Moon Down by R. L. Bartram

R..L..Bartram@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 09:24:45 GMT

In 1910, no one believed there would ever be a war with Germany. Safe in her affluent middle-class life, the rumours held no significance for Victoria either. It was her father's decision to enroll her at university that began to change all that. There she befriendes the rebellious and outspoken Beryl Whittaker, an emergent suffragette, but it is her love for Gerald Avery, a talented young poet from a neighbouring university that sets the seal on her future. After a clandestine romance, they marry in January 1914, but with the outbreak of the First World War, Gerald volunteeres but within months has gone missing in France. Convinced that he is still alive, Victoria's initial attempts to discover what has become of him, implicate her in a murderous assault on Lord Kitchener resulting in her being interrogated as a spy, and later tempted to adultery. Now virtually destitute, Victoria is reduced to finding work as a common labourer on a run down farm, where she discovers a world of unimaginable ignorance and poverty. It is only her conviction that Gerald will some day return that sustaines her through the dark days of hardship and privation as her life becomes a battle of faith against adversity.

Bermuda Contrails by Alan Edmund Smith

Alan.Edmund.Smith@authorsonline.co.uk — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 17:29:23 GMT

Set against the background of Bermuda and The Coltswolds during WWII and after. Real people interact with fictional characters against world events summarised at the beginning of each chapter. Contrails appearing over Bermuda can not be explained by the authorities leading to the rumour of imminent invasion...

The Absolute Dedicated to Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi by Nick Burrin

Nick.Burrin@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 14:36:42 GMT

What I am about to tell you will change the course of history for humanity forever.

What I have realised by experiencing ‘The Absolute - Dedicated to H.H. Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi’ is the Ultimate Truth. I had to realise Shri Mataji’s true life and feel all that Mother went through and why, all the different stages and truths of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi’s incarnation...

Only once you have realised Mother’s true life and the truth of Mother's Incarnation can you move into Mother’s Realm, Mother’s Reality... this truth is total recognition of Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi as the Adi Shakti...

Knowing in our hearts that we surrender to our Mother, we want our Mother to become us, to allow humanity to return home to Mother... and to allow Mother to show us how to live, how to love each other... in Heaven on Earth...

With All My Love...

The Moca-do-poo Bird by Alasdair Adie

Alasdair.Adie@authorsonline.co.uk — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:47:52 GMT

Come on a journey with Sam and Daisy into the fabulous fantasy land of the Home Stream, as they meet the Moca-do-poo bird and his enchanting friends.

The Moca-do-poo bird is a bright and comical character, who Sam and Daisy discover was abandoned as a young chick on the edge of the Home Stream and raised by Moo, the cow. Sam and Daisy share a series of encounters with the Moca-do-poo’s animal friends and help him to rediscover his purpose in life and find out what happened to his own family.

This is a rich, warm and enchanting tale, with beautiful illustrations written to be a true bedtime story.

Sergio & Ingrid Pioneers to Mars (Bilingual Edition) by François Le Roy

François.Le.Roy@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:58:33 GMT

Francais

Fiction ? Anticipation ?

L'action se dÃ©roule dans un futur relativement proche lorsque l'Homme aura dÃ©cidÃ© de construire une base permanente sur Mars.
Sergio et Ingrid font partie des premiers humains Ã s'Ã©tablir sur la planÃ¨te rouge.
Ce roman tient compte des connaissances les plus rÃ©centes concernant Mars.

English

The action unfolds in a not too distant future when Man has decided to set up a permanent base on Mars.
Sergio and Ingrid are among the first humans to settle on the red planet.
This novel takes into account what we know about Mars.

Deep Secret by Nigel James

Nigel.James@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:53:27 GMT

Alec Hammond is the country’s leading jump jockey, popular amongst his peers and adored by the betting public. He has won everything except the Cheltenham Gold Cup, the blue riband of steeplechasing. He finally has a horse capable of filling the gap in his glittering CV...
     Nicola James ran away from home at the age of sixteen and drifted into the world of adult movies, where, under the name Susie Stone, she becomes one of industry’s biggest stars. Posing as her agent’s PA, she meets Alec at a corporate entertainment day at Sandown and against her better judgement, falls in love with him but cannot reveal her past...
     Frank Morris is a bent bookmaker who established his business by bribing jockeys to ensure that their mounts did not win. In debt to the type of people who do not resort to the courts, he reverts to his old ways and hatches a plot to stop Alec’s mount from winning the Gold Cup...
     Murder, blackmail and kidnap follow, culminating in a dramatic climax on Gold Cup day...

Orchard Down - 'til the cows come home & Sam and jack by R C Bayliss

R.C.Bayliss@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:17:35 GMT

Six dogs and a teddy bear wait for breakfast on Orchard Down farm. But when the nephew becomes unable to work the dogs are left to fend for themselves. With no one to rely on and no prospect of getting fed, the dogs take charge.

Vegan as Fuck by Debbie Deboo

Debbie.Deboo@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:17:39 GMT

With contributions from multi-million selling Author Rose Elliot, actress Wendy Morgan and many others, Vegan as Fuck is an eclectic, dazzling and inspiring collection of poetry, recipes and personal stories, all presented from a vegan perspective. Every page of Vegan as Fuck beats with the heart of compassion, and every word is written to inspire and give hope to all those who want to see love and caring for all others at the heart of our world. this is not about caring a bit, this is not about being a bit loving, it's not about just being vegan... it's about being vegan as fuck.

God's Assassins - The Ark of Hathor by Robert Ball

Robert.Ball@authorsonline.co.uk — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 11:00:54 GMT

For 4500 years the original medicine chest known to the ancient Egyptians as the healing Ark of Hathor had been preserved and admired by all those that came upon it.
     Few however could decipher the arks secrets or understand the significance of the profound knowledge that for so long had remained locked within the arks gold relief’s knowledge of healing as old as civilisation itself.
     But now some do understand some like the Gods Assassins who vow to retrieve the lost knowledge and give it freely until every mind body and soul is truly free of disease.
     But first they will have to find the ark then steal it, fight for it and even kill for it for the arks new retainers will not give it up lightly. For they are the Order of Sekhmet a rogue order of freemasons who will if allowed continue to deny the world the same knowledge that it now perceptually cries out for.
     And amidst all this revolution come evolution is the young journalist Robert Randall, plucked from obscurity to witness the coming events. Why he was chosen is at first a mystery but soon he realises that his fate like the rest of humanity is very much in the hands of the Gods Assassins.

Bentwhistle the Dragon in a Threat from the Past by Paul Cude

Paul.Cude@authorsonline.co.uk — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:59:23 GMT

Bentwhistle the Dragon in A Threat from the Past is an adventure story children and adults alike will love, about the present day world in which dragons disguised as humans have infiltrated the human race at almost every level, to guide and protect them.

Three young dragons in their human guises become caught up in an evil plot to steal a precious commodity, vital to the dragon community. How will the reluctant hero and his friends fare against an enemy of his race from far in the past?

Fascinating insights into the dragon world are interspersed throughout the book. Ever wondered how dragons travel below ground at almost the speed of sound? Or how they use magical mantras to transform their giant bodies into convincing human shapes?

In an action packed adventure that features both human and dragon sports, you’ll get a dragon-like perspective on human social issues and insight into what to do if you meet a giant spider grinning at you when you’re wearing nothing but your smile!

You’d be flamin’ mad to miss it.

Simply Fast by Roy B. Tabor

Roy.B..Tabor@authorsonline.co.uk — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:54:28 GMT

T-Script is a Professional shorthand system that is easy to learn and fast to write. With this book you can master the skill easily and quickly. It’s that simple.

You will need this skill if you are, or aim to be, a professional journalist or a reporter, or if you take notes at meetings regularly. Shorthand is the most versatile method of note-taking - you can take notes anywhere using a pen or pencil and a notepad. Editing your notes is simple and fast compared with electronic recordings.

Shorthand is an essential tool for journalists at interviews or press conferences. It is also an valuable skill in the office and for taking Minutes at meetings. This book brings the skill within everyone’s reach. T-Script is simpler to learn and faster to write than other shorthand methods currently in general use.

This book presents a complete course at the professional level - for anyone who takes notes frequently and who needs writing speeds of more than 100 words a minute. It may be used for self-study or as a classroom textbook.

Simplicity with speed
Uses an alphabet derived from your familiar longhand letters – easily recognized and learned.
Single pen-stroke letters that are fast to write.
Has a small set of fixed rules – only three primary abbreviation rules.
Less to remember (the outcome of years of research into the frequency of word sounds).
Designed for high-speed verbatim reporting.

(For occasional and general note-taking in the office or the classroom the companion book, Basic Shorthand, is available. This is the Alpha script level of the T-Script shorthand method where the writer’s own familiar script letters are used. The abbreviation rules are common to both levels.)