Bøger udgivet af Austin Macauley Publishers

Edmund Carpenter is born on the lowest rung of society in late 15th century England, and yet his mother has told him that his father was an Earl. His confusion is compounded by having had a privileged, lonely childhood growing up in a monastery, learning to read and write. As he reaches his twentieth birthday, he leaves the monastery to team up with two minstrels that he had met on his first journey to nearby Bristol. The new trio are invited to join the household of Sir Reynold Bray, the close friend and chief minister of King Henry VII. There, at Eaton Manor in Bedfordshire, he enters a world of intrigue, mystery and romance revolving around Bray, the King and Queen and their two sons, Princes Arthur and Henry. What Edmund discovers at Eaton, while revealing his true identity, will, for better or for worse, dictate his life's course and potentially change the future of the realm.

Colin was born into a respectable middle-class family in a typical English country town. His father, a firm believer in the power of education for a successful career, never tired of emphasizing its importance. With a natural aptitude for figures and mental arithmetic, Colin steadily advanced through a series of increasingly responsible financial positions without the need for professional qualifications. However, one misstep from the straight and narrow path led to a dramatic change in his circumstances. Supported by his wife and parents during this difficult time, Colin faced a significant challenge: his lack of a professional qualification threatened to bar him from a senior position well within his capabilities. Determined to overcome this obstacle, he decided to study and become a Chartered Accountant. But his attraction to his teacher turned out to be far from the happy affair he had envisioned. Colin soon discovered that a downward career path is often easier to follow than an upward one.

Have you ever wanted to get away from it all and escape to the wilds of Africa? Well, this writer did! At the age of 48, she sold her successful South African company to self-build a house on a 4,500-hectare private game reserve in Botswana. Just four hours of electricity a day, no phone, no gun, no fences to keep predators or elephants at bay, and no vet, doctor, dentist, or supermarket within 120 miles! Told with humour (and a taste of just how life-threatening the bush can be,) this collection of personal experiences gives you a real taste of belonging as an integral part of wild Africa. Be immersed in tales of: Wildfires, droughts, and being marooned by rain-swollen rivers! Being charged by angry elephants and being caught between herds of elephants while on foot! Being adopted by a one-tonne land antelope and a two-week old baby elephant! ...and how often Caesar saved the day!

From the coal mines of Northern England, which fuelled the Allies in World War II, to the war-torn streets of Saigon after the Vietnam War, two young souls charted their paths to America in the 1980s. Despite their vastly different journeys, fate brings them together in Indiana, where they uncover a collection of papers penned by a young Abraham Lincoln and hidden by his friend Eleanor Smith. This remarkable discovery ignites a shared quest to uncover the true significance of the documents for Lincoln and his childhood companion. As they delve deeper into their investigation, the revelations they uncover prove as transformative as the journey that brought them together.

For the last decade of his career, Peter dedicated himself to traveling the globe, attempting to show that shared information benefits the entire company more than isolated data. However, this book isn't about his professional mission; it's about the adventure of travel itself. Travel is divided into four essential parts: Planning the trip. Getting there. Being there. Getting home. While all four parts are covered, it's 'Being there' that takes center stage, as that's where the real excitement happens. Peter's journeys through diverse countries, encountering different peoples, cultures, and landscapes, only deepened his love for travel and humanity. Yet, post-9/11, the joy of travel has been marred by the extensive time spent navigating airport security. Sometimes, it feels like more time is spent in airports than in the air. Join Peter in rediscovering the joy of travel. Let's bring the fun back into our journeys.

Fehotun sent away the humans to fend for themselves in Gipo, ruling over the Fae and keeping them safe in Bubbol, the safest and most prosperous domain in the whole world. The human and fae kingdoms of Aria have been at war since the beginning of civilization. Enter Ethan Owusu and Balthazar, two boys from entirely different worlds. Balthazar is a fae prince and the sole student of Aria's god, Fehotun, while Ethan is a human commoner with a deeper understanding of magic than anyone else alive. These two opposites would never meet under usual circumstances, but fate has other plans.

At just fifteen and a half years old, Vicky felt betrayed, unloved, and abandoned by her mother. Her stepfather had subjected her to both physical and mental abuse, pushing her to the brink of despair. The cold, hard underpass in the unfamiliar city offered no comfort to the young girl. Vicky told herself to trust nobody, but a strange coincidence brought a mysterious stranger into her life, transporting her into a new world filled with hope and forgiveness. Join Vicky on her transformative journey as she navigates the challenges of her past and embraces the possibilities of her future. Through the guidance of an unexpected mentor, Vicky discovers the power of resilience and the strength that lies within her. As she learns to forgive those who have wronged her and opens her heart to the world around her, Vicky begins to see herself in a new light.

Brother Luke, Keeper of the Sword, faces a daunting task. The Sword, weary from its battles, yearns for rest, and it falls upon Brother Luke to find a secure haven where it can slumber until called upon once more. His journey has taken him across the length and breadth of the British Isles, yet the elusive spot remains hidden. As he trudges across another desolate moor, the heavens unleash a torrent of rain, hammering down upon him. Cold, wet, and on the brink of despair, Brother Luke fears that without help, he will soon succumb to the harsh elements. With his last ounce of strength, he seeks aid in a nearby village, but his pleas are met with cold indifference. Told to leave, he has no choice but to resume his arduous journey. Tragedy strikes when Brother Luke is viciously attacked, kicked, beaten, and left for dead. His precious charge, the Sword, is stolen from him. Barely clinging to life, he is discovered by chance. Despite his grave condition, Brother Luke knows that he must rise once more and find the Sword, no matter where it may be. His mission is far from over, and he will stop at nothing to fulfil his sacred duty as Keeper of the Sword.

Have you ever encountered a wallaby? Meet Happity, Hoppity and Hope, three adorable wallabies, each with their own unique personalities. Follow them on their journey from baby joeys to young, independent wallabies, as they embark on adventures and share tales of their own.

Come and join our young adventurer and step into a world where we meet our wonderful garden friends. This is a rhyming adventure where each turn of the page unveils a delightful surprise inviting readers to get involved and move about. In Oh No!, author Ann Welford invites readers to embark on a lesson in the garden meeting a colourful cast of garden visitors from fluttering butterflies to buzzing bees and everything in between. Copy the sounds and movements each of these visitors make to become even more involved in our natural world. With vibrant illustrations and heartwarming storytelling in rhyme, this charming book invites young readers to discover the magic of nature's backyard wonders. Oh No! is sure to ignite the interest of readers both young and old whilst learning about our garden visitors and how best to protect them. Come along on this adventure and let your imagination bloom.

The Queen is ready for anything! With her trusty Green Wellies, she can rule and handle every twist and turn life throws her way. From state visits to New Delhi to fancy ballroom dances, and even during a surprising roadside emergency, her secret weapon never fails to add a touch of fun and practicality. Join the Queen on a cheeky, charming journey through her reign in this beautifully illustrated book. Written by Welsh author and mother Rebecca Thomas, this delightful tale offers a unique perspective on one of Britain's most beloved female icons. Perfect for bedtime stories and fostering a love for reading, The Queen in Her Wellies celebrates the joy of a little royal mischief.

Heresy is a hard word to define, but even brushing against its meaning leads to an automatic death sentence in the Enlightened Empire of Zabala. Emmy is currently walking that fine line. Trapped by the threat of expulsion if she stops and faced with death if she continues, Emmy is forced to twist her heretical machinations from the pursuit of knowledge to the goal of conquering on behalf of the Empire she calls home. She must save herself and her proof of her theories or be used to create an army of indestructible demons intended to conquer the continent. It's not heresy if it's for the Empire. It's hopeless. It's fate. It's inevitable. Or can Emmy save herself from being executed as a scapegoat, save her demon, Archibald, and protect the rest of the continent from an army of indestructible demons?

Quinn and her friend Bunny live in the stars. Every day they watch down on the little girl's family below but are worried that they seem sad and lost. Quinn must stay in the stars, but the two friends must find a way to help the family find comfort and happiness, sending a message of love and memory. A story to help bereaved children deal with loss.

This is a novel about the discovery of age. For the Time Being heralds changed ownership for upmarket care home Grantham Glade. After Making Old Bones, For the Time Being offers more insights and observations about the residents, their families and staff. In those busy corridors, flights of fancy, journeys of discovery, the gentle rolling of the day-to-day or, from time to time, the ache of grief make up the fabric of care now that the Baby Boom has become the Elder Epoch. Springtime sees the burgeoning of business for the owners and some of the staff with an uplift in the spirits of residents who have made or have been made to regard Grantham Glade their home. In the beginning of this new year, under its very new, very corporate mantle, Grantham Glade has been startled by a fate that is possibly more difficult to manage than death when it is discovered that someone is has gone missing...

Doris was a happy and carefree pig, very friendly, curious, and trusting of all the people and animals around her. When approached by a stranger, the local wolf from the woods, Doris didn't realise he might be dangerous! He first seemed nice and friendly - but Doris soon got a big surprise when his true colours were revealed. Read on to find out what happens to Doris and if she manages to get away from the deceitful wolf!

In the heart of an everyday, bustling neighbourhood, an ordinary morning takes an extraordinary turn when young boy discovers a furry surprise nestled among the cushions of his favourite sofa: a cheeky gopher! Embark on a whimsical journey as the boy imagines the magical possibilities of unexpected friendships and the joy of embracing life's surprises. Join them in Gopher on my Sofa, a delightful tale that will whisk readers away to a world where the most unlikely encounter sparks the biggest adventure. With charming illustrations and a sprinkle of humour on every page, this enchanting story is sure to captivate children and adults alike, teaching valuable lessons about acceptance, curiosity, and the beauty of finding happiness in the most unexpected places. Get ready for a cosy tale that will warm hearts and leave smiles as wide as the Gopher's mischievous grin!

Beginning in 1910, this story follows two brothers, Michael, a baby, and Ronald, a seven-year-old, who suddenly lose both parents. Their mother dies in childbirth, and their father perishes in the worst coal mining disaster in Lancashire's history: the Pretoria Pit explosion at Hulton Colliery near Westhoughton, Bolton, which claimed 344 lives. Taken to a local orphanage, the baby is fostered by a local mill owner and his wife. Unbeknownst to anyone at the time, the mill owner's intentions are far from benevolent; he wants a compliant son to fulfill his wishes. Meanwhile, the traumatized and unruly Ronald is deemed too difficult to adopt and is sent to Australia under Britain's Child Migrant Program, where he initially suffers much abuse. Despite their harsh beginnings, both brothers eventually join the medical profession. During World War II, they encounter each other several times while working in field hospitals, completely unaware of their true relationship. Is it possible that they will one day discover the bonds of brotherhood and reunite?

This is the true story of Anna, a Thai girl being raised in poverty in a poor area of Bangkok. This story is about real people and real events; it tells the tale of not only from rags to riches, but that of emotional trauma and how a beautiful child, and then woman, suffered throughout her life. Poverty such as Anna experienced is not an isolated event, it just happens to be one of which I became aware after meeting her and talking to her. As emails and messages flowed, the story of her life began to unravel. At times, her recount of events is tragic; the feeling of despair and pain, merely because she was raised on the wrong side of the tracks, is as heartbreaking as it is pathetic. As her story began to unfold, it didn't feel real, it felt as though it was an imaginary tale, based on imaginary people... but the account and people are very real. It defied credibility. This is the story of Anna... a Thai girl.

"The day was hot, the air was still and dust devils danced across the bush as Lofty waited in the shade at the edge of the forest, sometimes lifting his great trunk to test the air for scent. Suddenly there it was, the smell of humans and the guns they carried; he knew the poachers were not far away." "Suddenly and shockingly, there was an explosion of water and a huge crocodile leapt out of the shallows and fastened its jaws onto a young elephant's leg, dragging him back into the water." "Raising his trunk to its full extent, Lofty caught the faint but distinctive smell that came from burning grass and trees, and knew that this was the start of a bush fire, always a great danger to animals caught in its path." Travel the bush tracks and forests of Africa with Lofty the elephant and experience the sights and sounds of wild Africa. See through the eyes of an elephant, the dangers and challenges faced by him and his herd as they follow their ancient migration routes across this vast continent.