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Join Tiny the Red Squirrel on his fantastic journey to do what no other squirrel in the forest has ever done before!

Goshen Cemetery lay quiet and peaceful under a benevolent spring sky. Darcy Campbell and her mother, Flora Tucker, had no inkling that in a few moments, the scene would change and they would face a horror on the ground and a threat from above beyond their imaginations. Becoming entangled in a centuries-old legend, being targeted by a group of ruthless men, and discovering a long-lost love were not in Darcy's plans when she returned to her birth place, Levi, Oklahoma.

Happy, Heart-warming, unbelievably true stories about psychic pets and the afterlife. Happy, sad and sometimes psychically weird stories and poems about pets and other animals. True stories about psychic pets. Animal Poems by myself and my Uncle - one about a dog that was run over - 'Somebody's Dog'. A true story about the Ghost of Peter the dog. How spirit dogs helped people avoid a mass pile-up on the motorway. And many more intriguing stories and poems about pets and other animals. For all animal lovers and lovers of poetry, short stories, true stories and psychic stuff. If you suffer ...

This book tells of my journey 'to the church'. How, when I was going through a tumultuous period in my life and asking questions such as, 'what can I do?' and 'how can I improve my life?' and 'how can I get some more money?' I received the answer from spirit via a voice in my head - "go to church." But what church? I kept asking. When I arrived at 'the church' my life changed completely and psychic phenomena entered my life. Weird things began to happen. Balls of light shone around my room. I felt necklaces being placed upon my neck. Learn how I found the church that little voice in my head...

An eclectic mix of fine poems. Poems to make you laugh and poems to make you cry. A sad poem about a dog. A funny poem about 'manure' for want of a better word! A witty poem for people who love to show dogs. Poems about love and 'love lost' . Poems to excite you and invite you to want to read more poetry and maybe encourage you to write your own poems. Poems about life and poems about death. Praise for - A Show Dog's Lament - "Very good Barbara. This is a witty portrayal of 'it's a dog's life' but also explores the relationship between humans and animals. Plenty of magazines publish stuff ...

Sin Eating is an ancient custom. The first sin eaters are believed to have lived in the 1500s. Legend says Richard Munslow, who died in 1906 in Shropshire, England, was the last known sin eater. He is buried at St. Margaret's Church, Ratlinghope. He was not poor but a wealthy farmer. Some sin eaters received a meagre sum. Perhaps Richard Munslow gained wealth partly by sin eating. Tradition has it that when a person dies, a cake is made. While the cake is still hot, it is laid on the chest of the deceased, and as it cools, it is supposed to absorb the sins of the dead person. The sin eater ...

🌈🐂📚 Embark on a Whimsical Journey with "Harry the Highland Bull's Great Escape"! 📚🐂🌈 Attention all little explorers! 🕵️♂️🕵️♀️ Are you ready for an adventure filled with fluffy fur, friendly faces, and the freedom of the great outdoors? "Harry the Highland Bull's Great Escape" is the storybook your child has been waiting for! Meet Harry, the cuddly Highland Bull with a heart as warm as his shaggy coat. One day, Harry finds the gate to his field wide open - it's his chance for the grand adventure he's always dreamed of! 🚪🍀 Off he trots into a world of...

🌊✨ Dive into the whimsical world of "Gary and Rosie's Seaside Adventure"! 🚂🏖️ Hey, little explorers! Get ready to embark on a delightful journey with two adorable friends, Gary Goat and Rosie Rabbit, as they experience the wonders of the seaside for the very first time! 🐐🐰 🏰 From the chug-chug of the steam train to the first sight of the sparkling ocean, Gary and Rosie are in for a day filled with new sights, sounds, and tastes. Watch their eyes light up as they dig their hooves and paws into the soft, golden sand to build a majestic sandcastle fit for a king and queen...

Real life ghostly stories. Stories based on true events. A memoir. From when I did not know I was psychic up to becoming a medium and beyond. Ghostly happenings. A ghost from the eighteen hundreds who drowned at Scapa Flow. A disembodied hand in the darkness. Fish that lay on a table for no reason whatsoever. Voices on a blank tape. Ouija Board activity. Dead Dogs saving people's lives. Poltergeist activity. The sad case of the baby in my arms. Nuns floating. Blood curdling moments from real life. Haunted houses and flats.

🌈✨ Embark on a whimsical journey with "Gary the Goat's Grand Adventure"! ✨🌈 Are your little ones ready for an epic tale of bravery, glittering treasures, and the power of friendship? 📚🐐 Meet Gary the Goat and Rosie Rabbit, two unlikely friends who share a dream to reach the top of a mystical mountain! 🏔️🐰 As they climb higher, they'll face slippery slopes and foggy paths. But what awaits them is a discovery that will sparkle in their memories forever—a brilliant light at the top of mountain reveals a treasure to behold.💎✨ This isn't just a story; it's a ...

Beyond Goodbye, Messages From The Dead, invites you on an extraordinary journey through the realms of love, loss, and connection. This memoir intertwines personal stories with messages from those who have crossed over, revealing that the bonds we cherish do not end with death. Through the heartfelt tales of her Auntie, her parents, and even your cherished pets, this book transforms grief into a celebration of ongoing presence. Each message resonates like a song, offering warmth and comfort to those yearning for connection. Join us in exploring a narrative that transcends the ordinary, ...

Before the long nightmare ended, Darcy would often wish her mother had not opened that letter from an unknown woman. But, she did open it and shared it with her daughter, plunging both Darcy Campbell and Flora Tucker into a tale of an unsolved mystery, a web of secrets, and the discovery of an unsuspected traitor.

My songs and my poems. Songs written and entered in The U K Songwriting Contest 2021. Some got into the semi finals. Poems. Poems about dogs. Songs about love gained and love lost. Romance, heartache. Fast songs, slow songs, sad songs, happy songs. All kinds of songs and all kinds of poems an eclectic mix.

A Room Full of Love. Voices From Beyond the Grave. A Memoir. The way the spirit world communicates with me is often through song. This book is about the members of my family who passed away and then gave me messages from the afterlife through the words of songs. My Auntie Dorothy, also known as Bub. Mum and Dad. It is about my dogs who passed away and the most amazing things that happened to me after their death. It is about one of my dogs who passed away and gave me several messages from the spirit world through song. The title comes from the most amazing experience I had when another one ...

An eclectic mix of 32 short stories. Entertaining short stories. Fun, laughter and sometimes a bit serious. Scary too. Weird, maybe. Ghosts, Super talents, Dragons, daft Grandmas, silly, naked policemen and more.

Following on from my first poetry book - Afternoon Tea - To Make You Laugh - To Make You Cry - My Poetry. I have produced - Coffee? - Don't Mind If I Do. - My Poetry - Volume Two. An Eclectic mix of happy, sad, funny and serious poems. I am sure you will enjoy them. Maybe they will make you laugh. Maybe they will make you cry. Maybe they will make you think. And maybe they will make you want to write and publish your own poetry book. My Great Uncle was a poet. My Cousin was a poet and I was born a poet - amazing stuff.

Write Without Fear provides a practical, step-by-step guide to writing a novel while overcoming the fear and self-doubt that often hold writers back. It focuses on building confidence, fostering creativity, and breaking the writing process into manageable, achievable steps. The book combines actionable advice with motivational insights to help aspiring authors embrace their unique voice and stay consistent without succumbing to perfectionism or procrastination. Core Themes: Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt: Learn how to silence your inner critic and embrace imperfection during the writing ...

Are you ready to turn your dream of writing a novel into reality—without the stress and overwhelm? In Top Ten Tips for Writing Your Novel, you’ll discover practical, actionable advice to help you navigate the writing process with confidence and ease. Whether you’re a first-time writer or an experienced storyteller, this guide will equip you with the tools to stay motivated, avoid burnout, and bring your story to life. Inside, you’ll learn: How to set realistic goals and break your novel into manageable steps. The secrets to creating tension and conflict that hook readers. Why ...

🌟🐭✨ Introducing "Douglas Dormouse and the Giant Acorn" – A Delightful Read for Your Little Ones! ✨🐭🌟 Are your kids ready for an adventure they’ll treasure? 🌳🍂 Join Douglas, the tiniest dormouse with the biggest heart, as he embarks on an enchanting journey through the whispering woods, in search of the most splendid acorn they've ever seen! 🐾🌰 📚 Dive into "Douglas Dormouse and the Giant Acorn," a beautifully illustrated children's book that captures the imagination and teaches the values of courage, friendship, and sharing in a story that will leave your ...

My song lyrics entered in The U K Songwriting Contest 2020. And some of my poems from the first poem I ever wrote to some later poems. I describe how I came to write these songs and poems. Little anecdotes. There is also other stuff about the covid 19 pandemic and lockdown in the United Kingdom and how it affected me and others and my song writing and poetry writing. I have been writing poetry and prose since I was about ten. 1956. I have submitted many poems to newspapers and had them published. The U K Songwriting Contest was the first contest I entered for my song lyrics. I have been in ...