Böcker utgivna av Austin Macauley

A collection of poems written over the span of years, from the bright optimism of a new beginning to the deep, dark recesses of depression, before offering the light of hope and the way forward as the writer follows their heart, the Ink in the Wind.

Embarking on a life-altering decision on his wedding day, Andrew's journey is shadowed by a turbulent childhood due to his father's abandonment. Despite painful rejection, his mother and grandmother's unwavering love become his anchor. As life unfolds, he grapples with the fear of resembling his estranged father. Rejection's sting is just the beginning, leading to questions of whether Andrew deserves his fate. This authentic tale invites you to judge and offers a harrowing glimpse into a smiling façade masking profound pain - a story where clues abound, waiting to be discovered.

Las Vegas, New Mexico Territory in 1879, when the railroad arrives, is a boomtown for men and women of dubious virtue from all over the West. Gamblers, gunmen, crooks, shady ladies, they all drift in, and the result is explosive. In this febrile and dangerous environment, real historical characters interact with fictional ones to create an atmosphere of tension which will climax in violence and passion. John Joshua Webb is one of those who arrive in town looking for action. Josh will run into old friends from Dodge like Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday, and will cross paths with the likes of Jesse James and Billy the Kid. But most of all he will have to deal with the sinister éminence grise of the wide-open town, Hoodoo Brown, who first hires Josh, but then needs him gone. Josh will find love and lose it, and he will have to decide whether to leave, and live, or stay and die...

Percy is a very special mouse who has certain gifts which help his friends in certain difficulties. One day he had a dream which upsets his family and friends. He seeks the help of an old wise elf who lives in a magic tree. He meets the Green Man who works his magic with the elf, to come up with a solution to Percy's problem.

Heaven exists. We all know that: We've seen the pictures... From the ashes of the Old World, The Panaceum rose like a beacon of hope - a would-be utopia, free of disease, made possible by the miraculous panacea vaccine. A community built on common goals and values, where everyone is guaranteed 60 years of clean health before ascending to a man-made Heaven to live out their golden years. But for Cressida Connors, this could not be further from the truth. A mystery illness close-to-home causes Cressida to question the very foundations of the world around her and everything she's ever known. In a race to save her family and gain answers about her past, Cressida seeks out a group of banished Panaceans, who unveil a story of betrayal, deception, a bitter feud, and Cressida's pivotal role in a radical redemption plot decades in the making. Operation Providence is upon us... whether Cressida is ready for it or not.

Fighting is the most natural instinct in mankind, whether they are young or old; whether it is fighting back an oppressive system; fighting in wars; fighting back our desires, or fighting each other. We all fight. A memorable history lesson that will change the course of two teenagers lives, little voices that speak up big words, a soldier's diary and the vows of a broken lover. We'll Be Alright tells the story of everyday struggles wrapped up in extraordinary events but grounded with emotions and humanity.

This book has been split into three separate parts. You can read each part as a separate book. They can also be read in any order. These parts share characters and events, so after reading one part, you will find additional insights and perspectives in the other parts. The order you choose to read the parts will produce slightly different results regarding how you will feel about the events that unfold. The book is designed to be an easy entertaining read filled with interesting well drawn characters. I have tried to include a real sense of place for the two principal cities in which the book is set: Brighton, UK, and Sydney, Australia. The three parts are as follows: Connect - A cyber-thriller based on what happens to a woman who has her Facebook account hijacked and enters the world of hackers and the Dark Web to try and find who did it and get revenge. One for You - A comedy romance that follows a group of single people who sign up to a speed dating event to find their perfect partner. Some of the dates that result from the event lead to true love, but others provide hilarious results. Only Hope - A morality tale about a man who pins all his future dreams in life on winning the lottery. Has he wasted his life waiting for something that will never happen, or will he win and be happy as he always hoped?

The children in James' new school in Little Tooting have been terrorised by the local bully, Roger Grimes, and his gang of trouble-makers ever since Roger started school. As the newest arrival, James is having a whole new set of problems devised by Roger Grimes, which inevitably land him in trouble. The last straw comes when his art teacher has blue paint poured down the back of her shirt and yet again James is blamed. Roger has most of the children terrified, so no-one will stand up to him when he and his friend Edward blame it all on James. This is also the last straw for the headmistress who calls James' mother. He is suspended for one week. While suspended James meets some very special friends: Bella and Old Fella, two very special dogs. James is shocked to discover that they understand him and that he can talk to them. Between them, they hatch more than one plan to put a stop to Roger Grimes reign of terror over the schoolyard, with the most unexpected consequences.

When someone we love dies, it can be very hard to find the words to explain to others, and ourselves, how we feel. After all, feelings are feelings. They're not words. Robbie is a young person who is struggling to voice his feelings. His dad has died, leaving him, his mum and his little sister. It takes a rainy day and some puddles to unlock the overwhelming emotions that Robbie is feeling.

In a world where creatures are judged by their size and species, Kao stands out. Despite being a towering grizzly bear, his heart is as tender as a cub's. Born to be a symbol of fear and power, Kao struggles to find his place. How can one make friends when mere appearances send others fleeing in terror? As Kao embarks on a journey away from his family, he hopes to find not only adventure but also a path to becoming the bear he truly desires to be. Dive into a tale that challenges perceptions and reminds us that sometimes, the most formidable beings have the gentlest souls.

The White Bookshelf is in the study of an Oxford Professor of Anthropology. It plays a significant role in the life of the whole family, but especially for his daughter Alice. The family is loving and supportive through all the trials of life. Alice moves with her husband, another anthropologist, to Australia. They enjoy great happiness as their family grows, and they learn to adjust to living in both Oxford and Queensland. They meet many interesting people and form close and lifelong friendships with their foreign colleagues. They travel to Canada, Australia, and England together and suffer illnesses and tragedies. Her friendships offer support throughout all the difficulties. The children of the three families are dubbed the 'anthropological cousins'. They intermarry and live on three different continents. The final part of the book deals with Alice as a widow and tells how, unexpectedly, she meets a man through her university colleagues who offers her another chance of happiness and a new life following her father's example of running charities.

Izzy loves school, and especially learning French. Her headmaster thinks she's a strong candidate for Oxford. Unfortunately, her French teacher happens to be Mr Trumper, a vain, arrogant man whose plans for her are quite different from her own. When Mr Trumper takes Izzy to court, she has to rely on her friends - and her literary heroes - to get her out of an awkward situation.

Maddy, a Sentient Seal of the Sentient Shield and Ancient Guardian of the Universe, has spent many incarnations on Earth. As the tsunamis approach and the fate of the planet hangs in the balance, Maddy must once again confront the Halqu, extra terrestrial beings who seek to use Earth's portals for their own gain. The Alignment, a specific time in Earth's history when it plays a pivotal role in its own evolution and that of the Universe, has passed, and Maddy's role as part of the Sentient Shield was crucial in allowing it to take place and defeating the Halqu. As a central character symbolizing the awakening of spiritual consciousness, Maddy represents the power within us all. In The Mists of Memory, the sequel to The Sentient Shield, follow Maddy on her journey through time as she protects Earth and its inhabitants. Though it continues the storyline, this book can also be enjoyed on its own.

A young boy questions the world around us. He is surprised that everything he drops falls down and does not go up in the air. This story explains to a young age group what gravity is all about, and why we need gravity to keep things in their places.

In The New Covenanters - Part I: The Rising Tide, journey back to the tumultuous first century of the Christian Era - a time that reshaped the destinies of Rome and Judaea. This captivating historical narrative plunges readers into an era marked by the crucifixion of Jesus, the fervent struggles of the Jews under Roman rule, and the heartrending destruction of Jerusalem's Second Temple. The tale revolves around the enigmatic Josephus Flavius, once known as Joseph ben Matthias. From his days as a gallant commander of Jewish forces in Galilee during the Great Revolt to his transformation into a historian and witness to Jerusalem's fall, his story is intricately intertwined with the seismic events of his time. Drawing from meticulous research and the writings of Josephus himself, The Rising Tide not only brings to life an epoch of monumental change but also introduces readers to the people and passions that fuelled it. Experience history's turning tides and the birth of profound legacies in this mesmerizing first instalment.

Homo sapiens: development is deviating from projections. With 10 billion Earth-years of galactic experience, the Intelligence, the ethereal presence led by the Energy Masters, discerns something special in this complex creature and its accelerating scientific capabilities. Their sub-processor and Earth project manager will surely explain. After 100,000 years with his client, the Homo sapiens, can 221 offer enlightenment? Jimbo, a hesitant hero, knew that Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, was a great place to grow up and study science. Summer, 1996: pleasingly unexceptional, with good friends in a wonderful city. The recent creation of Dolly the Sheep gave him vacation work, cataloguing mathematical models. Happy days. Until his sleep is interrupted by the nebulous 221, obliging him to rescue the models from nocturnal thieves. A chase ensues, across and underneath the city, but armed gangsters are no match for Jimbo's new night vision and his galactic minder, 221. The police are doubtful. 221 tries to account for his client's extraordinary progress, while the Energy Masters struggle from suspicion through bemusement to inconclusiveness. Fortunately, Jimbo participates, while he sleeps. A story of human development, described to our hero in 100 seconds. Meet an eclectic assortment of scientific wizards who created our modern world. Humour exists, galactically rare. 221 believes the human brain is the galaxy's most complex machine, running on only 20 watts. Set in beautiful Edinburgh and the wider Milky Way.

A son keeps complaining to his mum that he has 'poo on his shoe.'All the while his mum keeps reminding him, in a rhyme, that there are other unpleasant things that could happen too and that it's not that bad because you can always wipe poo off your shoe!

"Have you ever jumped from a jet with a parachute that doesn't open? Tried to sabotage an election, perhaps?" When Nadia Nightingale is snatched from her home and recruited to be a secret agent, she isn't sure who to trust. Thrown headfirst into a murder case, it's a game of clues and secrecy where one wrong move could lead to her downfall. But behind the chaos and betrayal, Nadia soon realises that a much bigger plot is unfolding...

In a land filled with roaring, towering dinosaurs, Gus stands out - not because he's the biggest or the loudest, but because he's uniquely himself. While he may not look like the others, does that truly set him apart? Dive into the heartwarming tale of It Is OK To Be Different and join Gus on a journey of self-discovery, where he learns that our differences are what make us special. A delightful read that celebrates individuality and teaches young readers the beauty of embracing who they are.

Sometimes we all need a helping hand. The animals in these stories know that very well. Together, they help each other overcome their fears, solve problems, and learn how to live happily and peacefully together. They have lots of adventures. Squirrel must help save piglet who has fallen down the rabbit hole; little blackbird learns to fly for the first time; and together all the animals in the wood investigate where the sun has gone. They even work together to save their beloved big oak tree from the humans. But the animals are not always well behaved. Sometimes they make mistakes, but they always learn from them. After eating all the childrens' easter eggs, the big fox finds himself in a race against time to replace them, and Rabbit learns that you must always treat people kindly. Discover what the animals get up to and more in this magical collection of children's stories.

Have you ever wondered just how much food could possibly fit onto a dinner spoon? Maybe you have, or maybe you haven't. Either way you will enjoy reading this delightful rhyming book. The subject of food is near and dear to many people, old and young, and what could be more fun than counting to ten while playing with food and a dinner spoon? Read along as a young boy works through his meal courses and his numbers at the same time while his spoon gets fuller and fuller. Do six blueberry pies really fit onto one small spoon? What do you think? Let your imagination run wild as you read along. My Spoon's Got Lots of Room will thrill young readers and it even has a cherry-on-top ending! So sit down, grab a cosy blanket, find a little friend and enjoy reading My Spoon's Got Lots of Room.

A woman wakes up with her arms and legs tied, realizing almost immediately she is lying on train tracks. And to make matters worse, she has no memory of who she is or how she got there. As she tries to live her life, still unsure whether she should start fresh or keep looking for information about herself, she can't shake the feeling that there is something different about her. And, slowly, some memories start coming back to her, but they only bring more questions rather than answers.

Eleven-year-old Billy Barnes lives with his parents and elder sister, Julia. He is usually a happy boy and spends most of his time with one of his best friends, Ali Patel. However, Billy has a problem. A big problem! He was stopped by some older boys as he was on his way home from school. One of them demanded protection money from Billy and made it quite clear that it was pay up, or suffer the consequences! Just how are Billy and Ali going to solve this problem, without involving Billy's parents? If he does that, he runs a considerable risk of becoming a laughingstock in his class. He can almost hear some of the other boys shouting, "Billy Barnes has to ask his mum and dad for help, just like in reception class!" The solution is as clever as it is simple and is the start of a number of exciting adventures for Billy and Ali.