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October 18, 2016
free
Free Book Promotion Therianthropy: Paradox Child 2 http://amzn.to/2eCarKO
October 20, 21
British #steampunk #timetravel YA set in 1980's
October 20, 21
British #steampunk #timetravel YA set in 1980's
October 17, 2016
Love reviewers
If you have read one of books and liked it. Pleeesssseeee write a review. Indie authors need reviews and i will love you forever x x x
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October 13, 2016
view from space
this is the view that Aberdeen would have got when she leaf space to travel to her home planet Earth in my book Garden https://youtu.be/FG0fTKAqZ5g enjoy 25 percent off on a paperback here http://www.bookdepository.com/Garden-...
October 12, 2016
interview with S Vest
Check out interview with S Vest https://amreadingamwriting.wordpress....
October 8, 2016
October 2, 2016
My review of the power of one
Review of Audio book, The Power of One written by Bryce Courtenay, Narrated by Humphrey Bower.
This has been both a Hard and Easy review to write. The Power of one is a wonderful autobiographical novel which has been made into a fantastic audio book. Astonishingly this was Bryce Courtenay debut novel. Humphrey Bower is both experienced and gifted narrator and the perfect pick as he is able to pull off a convincing South African accent.
Hard to write up as it has so many powerful, tender and tantalising elements and so it would take too long to list them because they all hold real and cultural relevance. As with all good books which have a strong human element, each reader draws from their own life experiences to relate with the story. The richness of the main character PK whose we meet at a tender age and go on to experience though his thoughts, all his life with its joy, muddles and harshness. The story is set against the dramatic back drop of Africa at a historically rich time.
The wealth of this very personal and at time humorous while being startling graphic book, will have something in it that will not fail to touch even the hardest of hearts. As for myself the telling of the bond of friendship between the five year old PK and his chicken, Grandpa Chuck, hit the most me with stiff resonance. This was because I was midway through the audio book at the time I had heard about my dear old springer spaniel Mandy, fatal illness. Bryce writes superbly throughout the book but this connection with his unusual animal friend, the love and respected trust with his chicken hit me the hardest because of my best friend Mandy. PK’s other friendships of the human kind were each different and thought provoking and described in skilful detail, that I felt as if I had had known, loved, grieved or feared them. As each of them where introduced into the thick of the story and at times had left, sometimes abruptly! I was span though a range of emotions, catching my breath with sadness, peace or fear. It would be hard to pick out the best of them as they are all best! Even the baddies as they made the goodies appear more courageous and strong hearted, and so the story would not have been the same without them.
Easy to praise this audio book as not only the writing of this story is superb but the narration by Humphy Bower, who’s expressive warm voice transcends the normal narrator with his rich repertoire he narrates the characters with a ‘pull all the stops out’ experience. The sheer spender at which he brings to life the delicacy and rawness of each of the marvellously complete characters and soulfully describes breathtakingly beautiful scenery with jaw dropping emphasis.
So much of the landscape of Africa is written about and from so many viewpoints. I knew it was a hot climate but I learned of the coolness and darkness of the night. I was surprised by differing landscapes, the cactus garden, rose garden and magical crystal cave, which were described and narrated so colourfully and bountifully that I could see them in full spender when I closed my eyes.
In this book the landscape of the peoples of Africa where explored and described, with a strong emphasis showing how important music and the connection to their land was.
PK the hero of the book is a true hero a fighter who yearned for knowledge but was not mean spirited and keenly shared with all.
This book was a humbling experience. As a writer myself I became completely in ore of Bryce’s skill whose writing talent is pure genus. What a travel! What an adventure! And all without leaving my small flat and from the safety of my sofa with my best friend Mandy sat by me! What a gift this book is!
I whole heartily recommend it. 5 stars
The Power of One Audible – Unabridged can be bought here
Bryce Courtenay (Author), Humphrey Bower (Narrator), Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd https://www.amazon.com/The-Power-of-O...
Or if you sign up though your local library (UK only) can be borrowed free here
http://www.borrowbox.com/support/
This has been both a Hard and Easy review to write. The Power of one is a wonderful autobiographical novel which has been made into a fantastic audio book. Astonishingly this was Bryce Courtenay debut novel. Humphrey Bower is both experienced and gifted narrator and the perfect pick as he is able to pull off a convincing South African accent.
Hard to write up as it has so many powerful, tender and tantalising elements and so it would take too long to list them because they all hold real and cultural relevance. As with all good books which have a strong human element, each reader draws from their own life experiences to relate with the story. The richness of the main character PK whose we meet at a tender age and go on to experience though his thoughts, all his life with its joy, muddles and harshness. The story is set against the dramatic back drop of Africa at a historically rich time.
The wealth of this very personal and at time humorous while being startling graphic book, will have something in it that will not fail to touch even the hardest of hearts. As for myself the telling of the bond of friendship between the five year old PK and his chicken, Grandpa Chuck, hit the most me with stiff resonance. This was because I was midway through the audio book at the time I had heard about my dear old springer spaniel Mandy, fatal illness. Bryce writes superbly throughout the book but this connection with his unusual animal friend, the love and respected trust with his chicken hit me the hardest because of my best friend Mandy. PK’s other friendships of the human kind were each different and thought provoking and described in skilful detail, that I felt as if I had had known, loved, grieved or feared them. As each of them where introduced into the thick of the story and at times had left, sometimes abruptly! I was span though a range of emotions, catching my breath with sadness, peace or fear. It would be hard to pick out the best of them as they are all best! Even the baddies as they made the goodies appear more courageous and strong hearted, and so the story would not have been the same without them.
Easy to praise this audio book as not only the writing of this story is superb but the narration by Humphy Bower, who’s expressive warm voice transcends the normal narrator with his rich repertoire he narrates the characters with a ‘pull all the stops out’ experience. The sheer spender at which he brings to life the delicacy and rawness of each of the marvellously complete characters and soulfully describes breathtakingly beautiful scenery with jaw dropping emphasis.
So much of the landscape of Africa is written about and from so many viewpoints. I knew it was a hot climate but I learned of the coolness and darkness of the night. I was surprised by differing landscapes, the cactus garden, rose garden and magical crystal cave, which were described and narrated so colourfully and bountifully that I could see them in full spender when I closed my eyes.
In this book the landscape of the peoples of Africa where explored and described, with a strong emphasis showing how important music and the connection to their land was.
PK the hero of the book is a true hero a fighter who yearned for knowledge but was not mean spirited and keenly shared with all.
This book was a humbling experience. As a writer myself I became completely in ore of Bryce’s skill whose writing talent is pure genus. What a travel! What an adventure! And all without leaving my small flat and from the safety of my sofa with my best friend Mandy sat by me! What a gift this book is!
I whole heartily recommend it. 5 stars
The Power of One Audible – Unabridged can be bought here
Bryce Courtenay (Author), Humphrey Bower (Narrator), Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd https://www.amazon.com/The-Power-of-O...
Or if you sign up though your local library (UK only) can be borrowed free here
http://www.borrowbox.com/support/
September 27, 2016
#gratitude for new review of Octopus Pirate
#gratitude for new review of Octopus Pirate
5.0 out of 5 stars Good fun! Adventure that comes with being different, 18 Sept. 2016
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This review is from: Octopus Pirate (Kindle Edition)
Good fun! Adventure that comes with being different, circuses, pirate shops and of course, octopuses!
Echos of "sense and sensibility and sea monsters" but suitable for all ages.
5.0 out of 5 stars Good fun! Adventure that comes with being different, 18 Sept. 2016
Verified Purchase(What is this?)
This review is from: Octopus Pirate (Kindle Edition)
Good fun! Adventure that comes with being different, circuses, pirate shops and of course, octopuses!
Echos of "sense and sensibility and sea monsters" but suitable for all ages.
gratitude for new review
#CustomerReview of Garden
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely remaining of "The Secret Garden". The steampunk ..., 18 Sept. 2016
By Rachel McLaughlin
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This review is from: Garden: A Steampunk Feel Good Adventure (Kindle Edition)
A lovely remaining of "The Secret Garden". The steampunk aspects blend with elements of the original story and make a very entertaining read.
pls like my facebook page for Garden
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5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely remaining of "The Secret Garden". The steampunk ..., 18 Sept. 2016
By Rachel McLaughlin
Verified Purchase(What is this?)
This review is from: Garden: A Steampunk Feel Good Adventure (Kindle Edition)
A lovely remaining of "The Secret Garden". The steampunk aspects blend with elements of the original story and make a very entertaining read.
pls like my facebook page for Garden
https://www.facebook.com/GardenNovel/
September 24, 2016
paperback giveaway UK
Paperback giveaway in the UK Octopus Pirate
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/en...
Free e books Paradox Child book 2 and 3. Buy book one 99p/$.99
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Paradox-chil...
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/en...
Free e books Paradox Child book 2 and 3. Buy book one 99p/$.99
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Paradox-chil...
