Pick ‘N’ Mix by Francis James Franklin
Pick ‘N’ Mix is a collection of stories from various authors in order to raise money for the charity, Eaves for Women. Included in this collection are:
- Duvet for One, Jacquelynn Luben
- Fishing Pole Variation, Roger Cave
- An Aromantic Romance, Francis James Franklin
- Save the world, get the girl, Richard Mark Bacon
- Morning Raga, Frances King
- Jump, Richard Mark Bacon
- The Camera, Jonathan Hill
- Teeny Tiny Tale #15, Willie Wit
- Wilted, Sandra Giles
Duvet for One
A man living rough on the streets thinks back on recent events, baffled at the way his life has fallen apart while his wife has grown independent.
Fishing Pole Variation
Alec Fincham, special operative with the elite Special Boat Service, is once again on a vitally important mission – but an utterly bizarre one. He’s watching goldfish!
An Aromantic Romance
Andy and Nina are friends and lovers, but Andy needs more romance than Nina is able to give. Both must compromise for the relationship to develop…
Save the world, get the girl (A story from The W.A.T.C.H. Chronicles)
Jennifer Austen, special agent, is in the middle of a firefight against alien clones when her partner suggests they go on a date – if they survive, that is.
Morning Raga (a poem)
A young woman is to meet her future husband today – her parents have arranged the marriage – and she sings the song her mother sang every morning…
Jump
In facing one fear, Neville finds the courage to face another.
Camera
Peter’s building rage against a local vandal reaches a violent peak just as he receives a mysterious and seductive gift that offers to solve the problem.
Teeny Tiny Tale #15 (flash fiction)
The shocking truth behind the disappearance of the dinosaurs…
Wilted (Collision of Worlds)
Skye’s father is dying but he’s determined that she should marry, so they hold a competition to find the right man.
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Tried & Tested – 101 Recipes by Carol Jones
I have recently had a book published for Kindle (currently only available on Amazon until 2nd October). It is a cookery book, primarily aimed at beginners, but it could also be used by anyone who enjoys cooking and creating good, wholesome family meals.
Tried & Tested – 101 Recipes contains recipes covering soups, poultry, meats, fish, vegetarian, pasta & rice, potatoes, vegetables, dressings, sauces & marinades, desserts, baking and sweet things. I have personally tried, tested and modified each recipe until it works easily, giving excellent results. I have worked in the catering industry for many years running restaurants in north-west England and Jersey (which is renowned for fine dining).
My book is approx 181 pages in length, or 253 Kb. It already has several 4 & 5 star ratings and reviews.
On 22nd July my book was no 12 in the top 20 Amazon Bestsellers for Food & Drink> Quick & Easy.
It’s available at:
Amazon UK
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Language in the blood by Angela Lockwood
Cameron Blair was born in 1895 in Edinburgh. He would have liked nothing better than to have married his fiancée Fiona and to have had the occasional pint with his friends, but the war and a stupid vampire changed all that. This light-hearted story follows Cameron from his first days as a hapless vampire in war-torn France to the glamour and riches of the Côte d’Azur of the present day, where Cameron has developed a taste for small dogs and champagne-infused blood.
Until the outbreak of the First World War, young Cameron Blair would have liked nothing better than to stay in Edinburgh and marry his childhood sweetheart. As the call to arms goes out, Cameron and his pals sign up to fight for their country. They are soon delivered into the nightmare of war, and there Cameron more than meets his maker.
The story follows Cameron as he comes to terms with his new ‘life’, from his first days as a hapless vampire in war-torn France to the glamorous modern day setting of the Côte d’Azur. Along the way, he develops a distinctive taste for the finer things in life: jewels, yachts, small dogs and champagne-infused human…
Available at £1.99 (3.00$) on Amazon.com
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The Tangram Zoo and Word Puzzles Too! by Bette A. Stevens
Summary: HOUR of FUN! The Tangram Zoo and Word Puzzles Too! by Bette A. Stevens is a resource for multicultural and interdisciplinary studies in the classroom or at home. Integrates Math (measurement and geometry) and Language Arts (research and writing) for elementary and middle school students, while presenting a few historical facts about tangrams. Tangrams and word puzzles (riddles/poetry) encourage students to have fun while they’re learning, and then to demonstrate what they’ve learned. Includes ideas for home/school projects. Tangram outlines, with rhyming riddles as clues, are even labeled for coloring for preschoolers. Fun for the whole classroom/family!
The Tangram Zoo is available in paperback from Amazon.com ($6.29) or your favorite online bookstore.
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The War of the Stolen Mother by Lorinda J. Taylor
In this first volume of my series The Labors of Ki’shto’ba Huge-Head, the Champion of the intelligent termite people becomes involved in a 10-year war where the life of a Mother is at stake.
The Kindle and Smashwords versions are on sale for 99 cents through Sunday at Amazon and Smashwords.
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Thanks 🙂
Thanks, Steve!
Mmm… Edinburgh vampire… must take a look.
A pleasure Frank 🙂 LOL
Don’t be put off by the vampire bit, it is a humorous look at Europe and the 20th century. Enjoy!
I’m a big vampire fan and I grew up in Edinburgh, so it’s an attractive combination for me. Anyway, it’s been added to my wishlist.
Sounds fun, Angela 😀
Hi Frank,
Didn’t realize at first that you have a Edinburgh background too and write vampire books. Certainly will have a look at your books too, but I think we are safe to say that we approach the subject very differently:)
Edinburgh; it’s an inspiring place!
Thanks, Steve. Have an amazing weekend!
A pleasure, Bette! Thanks – you too 🙂
Thanks Steve!
Entirely my pleasure, Angela 🙂
I’m looking for reviews for my book, so I’m doing a free promotion from 20th of September till the 24th.