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The children are once again called by the Time Keeper of Avalon and find themselves within the Orb of Caprice, this time joined by Daisy, Billy's unsuspecting grandmother, where, together, they must find the Key of Light, if all their worlds are to be saved before DarkStar gains control.The corrupted land of the Dark Reaches is full of mysterious and forbidding creatures, testing friendships and resolve, as they battle through this fragmented world in an effort to complete their quest.As the puzzle unravels, not least about the vanished, Kimeranet and his past, a further mystery develops, as the travellers discover part of the Legend of the Kraal, and meet Kaarvok...but should they trust him?And can they remain united as they struggle through this newly found world?Follow this next adventure and see if they can again successfully fight to save their friend and home.Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth PowellOriginal photo: Dr Joseph Valks

Secrets Of The Ice is the last of the epic journey for Davie, Ben, Chrissie, Billy, Anne and Daisy. It sees them battle against unrelenting odds within the Dominion of Ice, where they must find the thirteen pieces of the Mystical Pyramid before Lokian can use it to unleash DarkStar and so to bring Elsewhere under its thrall. There is something they do not realise, however, something that goes back further than the creation of Avalon, but will the secrets be unravelled in time and be enough to show them what they must do and what sacrifices must be made?Delve into the mystery and find out if they can do it.Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth PowellOriginal background photo by winnond freedigitalphotos

What would you do if you were called to another world...a world filled with seemingly impossible things?Faced with this choice, Davie, Ben, Anne, Chrissie and Billy embark upon a mysterious quest, finding themselves transported to the spectacular and extraordinary world of Avalon, whereupon they are catapulted into one of the uncountable heptagonal pieces that make up the magical sphere of the Orb of Caprice...namely, the Star Realm.Follow the exploits of the five and champion their long, arduous yet amazing journey. Though the question remains...will Time be on their side?This story is for anyone with a head overflowing with dreams, a heart filled with a yearning for adventure and a soul buoyant in magic.This is the first adventure in the Avalon trilogy.Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell'palace' by sattva freedigitalphotos

Not only had Adam lost his parents in a car crash, but he'd also forgotten who he was. Pamela is haunted by the patient who was murdered by her father. Barbara and Mike have mysterious secrets. Harry seeks solace at the bottom of a glass. And why is Mildred so afraid? While Helen's mind gathers dust, Lizzie mourns the loss of her, and her husband. Both Penny and Jane are frantic to find their daughters, if in different ways. Rick wonders what to do about his family. And who is William?Most are strangers, all are haunted by darkness - does this unite them, or is it something they must do that will free them?Will they find what is lost?Warning: strong language.Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth PowellOriginal Artwork: Julie Elizabeth Powell

Martha Tidberry grew up knowing she was different. But that difference was far from what anyone could imagine. Even herself; in the beginning. What was she to do with that puzzling brain of hers? Except believe in the impossibility of the possible. Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Source photos: freedigitalphotos by Victor Habbick & renjith krishnan

Prudence Willowfig, a Music Fairy, needs to earn her wings, but to do that she must complete the New Leaf Challenge. Will she complete the gauntlet of trials, or will something unexpected veer her away from what she must do? Should she follow the rules or help another? And will wishes be her downfall?

I couldn't resist putting together all those little ideas that have popped into my mind then out onto paper as the years have flown. Most have fallen by the wayside into the bin of 'of my' but some stayed and here they are. These pieces have also tested my abilities and certainly stretched my brain towards a variety of genres, styles and ways of looking at the world and the people in it. From comedy to a touch of horror, romance, fantasy and fun to solemn, and maybe some things in between - I've had a go. Hope you like this collection - how could I help but indulge; like that first piece of dark chocolate and sip of rich, steaming coffee, while snuggling with my soul mate on a freezing winter's night? Enjoy.

There was nothing left. I looked at the landscape, unable to miss its barren coldness; one that had been caused by the insatiable appetites of those in power. Walking along the white stretch of road, white due to the continual fall of snow, I saw no-one, as usual. Not that I expected to see anyone. For I'd been walking for what felt like forever, and as yet found not another soul. Was I the only one left? And really, what was the point if I were? And why had I survived? Bare tree with roots by Vlado from freedigitalphotos Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Source photo(front cover) : Stuart Miles from freedigitalphotos

Jorja always knew she was different. But it wasn't until she discovered her telekinetic ability that she realised just how different she was. Living with her frail mother and an obsessive, cruel and hated aunt, Jorja grapples with the truth of her being. As her story is revealed, other powers are uncovered - not least that she can see other people's souls in the colours that surround them - and we are led into a surprising and shocking world of fantasy, forcing doubt as to the sanity of the heroine. We follow Jorja's life, delving into her loves, hates and fears though cannot help but delight in the woman she becomes, despite the question which hangs mysteriously in the air. It will be up to the reader to decide if Mageia and its diverse inhabitants are indeed real or only the illusionary world created by a disturbed mind, due, not only to grief but also to her persecution by her aunt and the defective qualities of a barbarous doctor. Although the story is resolved, questions will remain.

Henry Ian Darling is a collector of oddities, those that bring him closer to an enigma, one he hopes will be a great thing. But maybe it isn't. Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell

Is Charley crazy, delusional or dead? Follow her amazing, emotional journey and emerge into the battle with her nemesis - herself. This inspirational fantasy will take you into realms otherwise unknown, turning your world upside down while you'll be wondering what is real and what is not. It's an adventure, a mystery and an imaginative fairytale for adults. Gone was a story motivated by a true event. Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Source Photo: Angel Feather Wing by taeya18 (Free Digital Photos)

What was Christmas? How did it start? And why was it now banned? Why had the Elders decided it would only cause trouble, that its roots were based on something that only caused wars...those that had destroyed the Old Earth? Some disagree, and maybe can change things before it's too late for humankind. Or maybe it's already too late.

What is difference? Is it in how we speak, How we look Or how we see the world? Is it the colour of our eyes The swing of our walk Or the very essence of Our minds? Whatever it is Maybe we should embrace it Rather than wanting to Run away Or kill it. Next time there is Difference Think, What about me, How do they see me, Do I care? Should I care? What in the end do We need but Love And Acceptance. Regardless of change. Cover design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Image: freedigitalphotos.net

Although Slings & Arrows and Gone are available separately, I felt that as the stories are undeniably linked, it would be useful to combine the two stories - one true, one fantastical answer - in one volume. In so doing, I hope that after reading the events of the first, your mind will be open to the possibility of the truth of the second. Whatever you believe in this world, I'm sure that by the time you've read to the end of both tales, you will never think the same again. Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell 'Wings' by Scottchan from freedigitalphotos

Nobody expects to lose a child but when it happens what can we do? In the sea of grief that seizes the soul how can we swim against the tide? But when that loss is compounded in each minute of every day, what do we do then? Slings and Arrows is a story about the consequences of a moment, a moment, which separates a mother and daughter in ways impossible to imagine. It charts their parallel lives, each suffering, one knowing, one not. It is brutally honest; an account filled with bewilderment, guilt, anger and pain yet it also holds the key to hope. That whatever happens, the bonds of love can never be broken.

The Box That Jane Built is a short story from a collection called, Figments, however, deserves a starring role. Who is Jane and what does she want from Jack? Will she get it or will everyone die? Outside the Box:- The Back Of My Hand To what lengths will a person go when age attacks? The Audition Over-confident, he's sure he'll get the job, but what exactly is it? My Imaginary Friend How can Amy prove her innocence? *** Four stories to chill the blood, unless you already have ice in your veins? Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Original photo: freedigitalphotos by Sattva

Andi has always been anxious about her weight and like many women, thinks that unless she is thin, she has no value. Follow her 'misadventures' and see if this is true or will she find there are more important things that makes a person who and what they are? Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell 'stage spotlight' by Stuart Miles Silhouette by sattva freedigitalphotos

Gavin Bloom and Alex Moore run an online magazine for an adult market; although each insists it has to be within the limits of not only the law but to their sense of decency. Gavin is on the edge of developing a revolutionary turn for that very magazine, a programme that will no doubt secure the business, maybe forever. Amidst the excitement and enjoyment of its success, however, is the mysterious and heinous murder of one of their own. Who can have done it? And why? And who is the woman fastened by a chain to a wall? Follow the twists and turns and perhaps you can solve the puzzle before they do. Warning: some strong language, violence and scenes of a sexual nature.

Dreams come and go but their impressions Last forever. So I had no choice but to set down these words. No titles, no conformity. Just the feelings left by those very dreams. Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Original photo (multiverse) Victor Habbick

What is found within the depths of the human soul? Does wickedness linger, as if the Devil's thumb is ready to pluck the strings of certain choices? And with the strumming, just how far will Evil spread? 13 is the story of random souls pitted against the tragedy of the modern world. Will they decipher the unknown and make it out alive? Warning: strong language and scenes of violence /horror Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell 'Red' from Urban Youth, CraftArtist2

Twelve-year-old Jack knows they shouldn't go, but is unable to persuade his parents not to take the planned trip to the Lake District, England. Something was going to happen, but what? The weird feelings he had were always so fuzzy and they didn't always make sense. Maybe it was just because he'd have to spend time with his pampered cousin, Rosie? Anyway, it was nearly Christmas and what could go wrong with just staying in some cabin in the woods? He was being stupid...all he had to do was ignore the way his belly churned and his head pounded. He might be wrong after all. This mystery adventure tale will drag you into the depths of an icy landscape where you may be afraid to breathe. Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell Source photo: Winter Free Digital Photos Source photo: Free Photos

Anne Blake, psychiatrist, is good at her job and believes that even the most sick at heart can be cured...or at least saved enough that they can lead a better life. But maybe she's wrong? Maybe within a murderer's heart, evil lurks and nothing can be done except to save yourself? Cover Design: Julie Elizabeth Powell