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travel

Insight into a country of huge diversity, its climate, topography and different peoples.
Roger Stoakley

9781909644977 Few visitors to Kenya travel far from the beaten track; there’s all those lions to contend with.
Roger Stoakley travelled widely into remote areas of the country over a period of many years, while setting up a fund for destitute children. What he found is a revelation. He describes in compassionate and often humorous detail a society torn between the trappings of a modern state and a multitude of die-hard tribal customs and traditions that are difficult to reconcile.
The joys and sufferings of the traditional and often impoverished families that the fund was designed to help are portrayed in vivid colours, together with Roger’s experiences while living with them.
Through Kenyan Doors shows how, as a result of colonial rule, widely differing peoples of Cushitic, Nilotic, and Bantu backgrounds have been thrust together with those of European and Indian origin to form the modern state, and how big-city earners and hunter-gatherers must somehow act as fellow citizens. It demonstrates some of the huge barriers that must be overcome if they are to succeed.
Published:20th January 2016
Paperback:306 pages
Price:£11.99
ISBN:9-781909-644977

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Living in Somerset, married to a Norwegian and with four children, Roger Stoakley has travelled widely in Europe, Asia and East Africa and lectures on a number of topics. An interest in the welfare of the young, led him to set up projects for children in both Kenya and Nepal. Other interests are gardening, photography, the arts and racing a small dinghy.
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artbooks, poetry

Secrets of the Seasons
Leigh Cripps

9781911175049 Leigh Cripps is a self-taught artist who grew up in Tring, a small market town in Hertfordshire, which is nestled at the foot of the Chiltern Hills and surrounded by farmland and open countryside. He now lives with his wife and daughter in Langford Budville, a small village tucked away deep in the Somerset countryside.
Inspired by the wildlife and landscape that has always surrounded his home, Leigh began painting at the age of eighteen. His observations and understanding of nature have created a profound belief that we are all deeply connected to the land and the changing seasons.
Published:31st January 2016
Hardback:54 pages
Price:£17.99
ISBN:9-781911-175049

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Through simple poetry and beautifully illustrated oil paintings, Leigh invites the reader to take a seasonal journey through the British countryside. His observations of the wildlife, colours and sounds of the landscape will bring you closer to Mother Nature and reawaken an appreciation of the countryside and the food and shelter that it provides. Uplifting, thought provoking, joyful and sometimes sad, the poetry will connect with all readers and will appeal to any countryside enthusiast.




poetry

Mixed Blessings and a Head Full of Dreams
Elane Jackson

9781911175025
Elane Jackson has enjoyed writing poetry and short stories from the age of ten.

Her first published poem was ‘Bitter Teardrops’ in Songs of Senses. She has had thirteen poems published in anthologies with United Press and a short story, The Money Tree. Her short stories include The Magic Bracelet, and Betsy the Wonder Car.
Elane has been a constant contributor to the Poet of the Year Books, and would love one day to win a Poet of the Year Competition.

'This collection of poems represents my various moods and contains a wide variety of subjects. Some derive from my past, some my own feelings, some my beliefs and others from thoughts that have sprung into my head.'
Published:15th January 2015
Paperback:72 pages
Price:£5.50
ISBN:9-781911-175025

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Elane was born in Jamaica in 1952 and moved to England in 1971. She is now retired and lives in North London with husband Martin, and her four children, Nigel, Neanda, Alisia and Latisha all live nearby.
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Front Page, poetry, Uncategorized

A selection of poems about war – from the Boer War to the present day
Sir Michael Leighton

9781909644427 This is Sir Michael Leighton’s third book of poems to be published. It is a carefully arranged selection of poems about wars – from the Boer War to the present day. They express a strong sense of the waste that is war, but also an equally strong sense of the great inspiration that can be had from those who fought them on our behalf. His positive message is that we should cherish our heritage. The photographs and pictures from Loton Park and elsewhere are mostly published for the first time, and provide a vivid commentary.
Published:November 2015
Hardback:48 pages
Price:£12.50
ISBN:9-781909-644427
Sir Michael Leighton Bart., 11th Baronet of Wattlesborough and current resident of the magnificent Loton Park, on the Shropshire/Wales borders, 34th in descent of his family. He has for some years been an ardent conservationist, ornithologist, wildlife photographer and poet.
He has completed a film on his lifelong passion, the Red Kite, which has been aired on National television. He was instrumental in the re-introduction of this bird back to the Welsh Hills and has formed areas of his estate for wildlife conservation.
A keen motorsport enthusiast, Sir Michael was also responsible for the formation of the National Hill Climb event, which takes place during the summer months in the Deer Park.
Front Page, Non-Fiction, Wellness

The Horse Leads the Way- Honoring the True Role of the Horse in Equine Facilitated Practice
Angela Dunning

9781911175483 The Horse Leads the Way undertakes a timely review of the rapidly growing profession of Equine Facilitated Practice. Part handbook, part personal story, the author blends embodied, grounded techniques and compassionate insights to gently guide this method back to its greatest teachers: the horses themselves.

A graduate of Eponaquest® Worldwide and LEAP, she established her Equine Facilitated Learning (EFL) practice, Equine Reflections, in 2007.
Published:January 2017
Paperback:240 pages
Price:£10.00
ISBN:9-781911-175483


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Angela is a sensitive, intuitive horsewoman. She is also a healer, teacher, writer, community worker and consummate holder of sacred space. She delivers private sessions, talks, workshops, taster sessions, supervision, mentoring and training. She specializes in supporting women through navigating their own personal growth, reconnecting to their bodies, and reclaiming their true essence. Angela lives in Herefordshire, England and delivers her work in the UK and abroad by invitation.

Angela's website is www.thehorsestruth.co.uk
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Juli Lynch, Ph.D. Author of The Personality Archetypes of Horsemanship and The Seven Aspects of Human and Horse Transformation and founder of Epala, an equine facilitated coaching and counseling program.
“I LOVE this book. The Horse Leads the Way is a deeply significant and important book that finally outlines clearly the need to honor the horse as the lead facilitator in equine facilitated work. It challenges paradigms that have placed the horse in the role of an object to be acted upon by human facilitators and clients in this growing field, and puts forth a compelling and beautifully written perspective that sees the horse as a sentient being, who is capable beyond a doubt to enter into an inter-species relationship of equality with humans. This book asks those of us working in the field to look deeply within ourselves first and foremost, to seek our own transformation so that we can stand alongside our clients as interpreters and guides – as witnesses to profound processes that horses can and will offer when allowed and honored for who they truly are. This book will be required reading in all my equine facilitated training programs.”

Mike Delaney, Director of LEAP
“I believe that Angela’s book is a true testament to her beliefs that we must treat our equine friends with the love and respect that they deserve and as equal partners and not simply as a ‘useful tool’. You will feel Angela’s empathy and passion on every page. It is an extremely thought provoking and at times challenging read as it asks questions that, as professionals, we should be asking ourselves in order to build the most authentic and compassionate relationship with our horses. This book poses strong questions about how we treat our equine partners and if we value enough their staggering contribution. Do we appreciate this? Do we value them enough? Do we treat them as equal partners or ‘tools’ to be picked up and discarded as required? I believe that Angela’s insights are powerful and are a breath of fresh air in today’s equine assisted world. Some may even find it a difficult read as it really questions what we do, but I would urge everyone to read it and take from it what you need to improve your professional practice and the lives of your horses; ultimately creating a more valuable and positive experience for our clients.”

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This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to include horses in any kind of interventions intended to benefit humans, whether for therapy, personal development or learning. Angela's perspective comes from a deep lifelong connection with horses and her practical and encouraging approach leaves us with no excuse for not questioning and reflecting on our own practice - valuing the horses as central to this work. I would highly recommend this book for those who are new to equine facilitated work and for those who have been doing it for many years. There is always more to learn.

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Employing an engaging mixture of practical advice and personal stories, this book covers wide ranging areas in this developing field of work. The author deals with complex topics sensitively, clearly and with a passion which always keeps the reader interested

fiction

Shimmer – Werewolf’s Curse
Petra Thorn

9781911175148 One doom-laden day, a young woman called Paige journeys home. She has received a phone call that drags her back to her Nan’s cottage, the cottage where she spent much of her childhood and where she grew up after her parents split up; Paige chose to live there with her father alongside her Nan. Unbeknown to her, the village had hidden secrets, secrets that are connected to Paige’s family. Can she unravel the dark mystery in time? Or will she be placing herself in the path of peril? If she cannot work out who can be trusted, she could be placing herself in serious danger...
Published:29th February 2016
Paperback:176 pages
Price:£7.99
ISBN:9-781911-175148

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Petra is currently living in the Shropshire area. Her daughter hopes to follow in her mother's footsteps and is working on her own books.
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livesinprint, Sport, travel

Skiing With Demons
Chris Tomlinson

9781909644663 This flagrantly honest book documents the ascent/descent of an ageing ski-bum from city-living executive to garage-dwelling chalet-host. It describes how the ski-bum’s escape from the rat race is affected by means of a rented chalet in the French alpine town of Morzine, where his ‘Chalet Project’ teaches him new and strange domestic skills and he learns a lot about Land Rover maintenance - it also causes him to lose his home and his wife and to stare down into an alcoholic crevasse. On arrival in chalet land he is frequently abducted by the ‘Après Aliens’ and hears voices in his head - his ‘Ski Demons’. Enter the world of ‘girlfriend skiing’ and of the ‘Ski Nazis’ and other such weird creatures and find out what ski-bums do in the summer. Feel for the author as he attempts to qualify as ski instructor and Ski Club of Great Britain Leader – only to discover that he’s not actually very good at skiing!
Published:1st Oct 2015
Paperback:267 pages
Price:£13.99
ISBN:9-781909-644663

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This book is also a useful manual for skiers. It examines skiing philosophies and looks at common skiing phobias. Finally, rejoice as our ski-bum exorcises his demons and also his fear of avalanches and an infamous run called the Swiss Wall.
Amazon No1 Best Seller tag in Winter Sports - UK and France

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An excellent read!

A great book. I read it all in one go, so eager was I to follow the story. It is funny - I had a few laugh out loud moments which are unusual for me - and poignant too. The author is disarmingly honest about his exploits, the end of his marriage and his struggle to get back on his feet. I passed it onto my 17 year old son who also read it in one go and loved it and to my 80 year old mother-in-law who is reading it now. So, a book for everyone and a great little stocking filler!

Witty page turner of how one man started living the dream of many avid holiday skiers.

A great book. I read it all in one go, so eager was I to follow the story. It is funny - I had a few laugh out loud moments which are unusual for me - and poignant too. The author is disarmingly honest about his exploits, the end of his marriage and his struggle to get back on his feet. I passed it onto my 17 year old son who also read it in one go and loved it and to my 80 year old mother-in-law who is reading it now. So, a book for everyone and a great little stocking filler!

artbooks

Second Shot at Life
Dominic Kavanagh

front cover A double lung transplant during the summer of 2014 was the inspiration for this book which brings together some of my most treasured memories in a collection of wildlife and landscape photography intended to capture the essence of what makes life so precious. As my own life neared expiry due to respiratory failure following 47 years of damage caused by cystic fibrosis, I returned to painting to reflect on what I would miss most and to celebrate subjects and scenes which are great for the soul and which reminded me of what we all have around us that we should be grateful for. After a successful transplant, my painting continues and my photography resumed. Beavering away from my man cave nestled at the end of my garden in rural north Shropshire, surrounded by woodland and its evocative sights, sounds and smells, I have been inspired by the natural world to give something back, in the shape of this fundraising book, for the gift of organ donation so selflessly offered to me.
Published:15th Aug 2015
Hardback:160 pages
Price:£25.00
ISBN:9-781909-644847

 This book and prints can be bought from Dom Kavanagh's website... domkavanaghphotography.co.uk
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Purchasing this book will support the magnificent work of the specialist NHS adult cystic fibrosis team at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Lung & Transplant team (Birmingham).