A Mother's Parting Gift | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author Alison Davison. The book is loosely based on past family members that I got to know from living relatives. I wanted to tell my mother's unique story and share it with other's the harrowing childhood that shaped her life. I live in Essex with my husband Roy and our daughter Charrise. I work in the N.H.S and my passion is my writing and my dogs.

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Archie strives to make a better life for himself by hard work and social climbing. He wants to forget the poverty of his childhood. Audrey wants to forget the restrictions of her sheltered life and be able to live a normal life.


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Spread Your Wings | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author Carol Ann Grant was born and raised in Coventry, England. She has a secretarial degree and worked in the clerical industry for many years until she gave this up to care for her ageing mother. When she was divorced some years ago with three daughters to raise she put pen to paper to fill in the hours after her children went to bed. Although Spread Your Wings is not the first novel that she has completed it is the one she felt would catch the imagination of the reader. To take them away to a far off world where fantasy can become reality when the pages are turned. There are no faeries like this anywhere else.

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When strange dreams of a beautiful woman disturbed his sleep night after night and severe pain caused Aaron Summer to be whisked off to hospital, the last thing he expected was the appearance of his dream beside his hospital bed. The touch of her hand caused a jolt of static to run the length of his arm before he snatched his hand away. ‘You’ was all he could think to say. Her name was Aurora and she had the nerve to calmly inform him that the pain he was experiencing was quite natural and caused by his wings trying to break through and that he is, in fact, a Faerie. She had answered the call of his heart, his heritage. His heart song, so filled with longing that it transcended both time and space to bring her here, to find this lost soul, and assist with his Opening. ‘I am your destiny, open or die’. Sometimes you have a feeling. Sometimes you just know.



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Beyond the Distant Clouds | AuthorHouse UK

Ngozi Omolaiye has over ten years’ experience in corporate communications in the local authority, insurance, telecom, and aviation sectors. She edited company magazines and newsletters for a greater part of her career. Beyond the Distant Clouds is her first novel—the first book in her series In Your Sokoto. She lives in Essex, United Kingdom, with her husband and daughter.

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Shirley was the ideal wife—every man’s dream, her husband’s heartbeat and lifeline. Her beauty was combined with brains; she loved people, and her humility disarmed everyone, but she began jetting off on frequent holiday sprees, causing instability in her home. Donald couldn’t handle it, what with challenges in the office. His office had several blocks of oil, both onshore and offshore, which they had been drilling for months with no streak of hope in sight. Tife once had a perfect kin-like relationship with Donald. He was like an uncle to her; he had been her late brother’s best friend. Then one day, it all changed, and her world turned upside down. Their relationship was marred, and then a tragic occurrence further threatened to destroy their affinity. In Your Sokoto series Solutions to life’s challenges are all around us and within our reach (sokoto is a Yoruba word for “trouser”), but we go searching for them in distant places, thereby complicating our lives. An old Yoruba (a tribe in West Africa) adage says “What you go looking for in Sokoto is in your sokoto.” Sokoto is a town in northern Nigeria about 760 kilometres from Lagos, the former capital of Nigeria. The Yorubas live in the western part of the country, hence “going to Sokoto” is like going to the ends of the earth. In Your Sokoto is a series of books about relationships with the same theme but different stories and characters. At the end of each book, you will discover that the answers that seemed so far away lie within your heart or just within reach, and things you thought were really complex are not half as complicated as they seemed.



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The Storm Is Over | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author Clement Ugonna Ewulum was born in Benue State, Nigeria to the family of Barr. & Barr. (Mrs.) C.C. Ewulum KSJ. He hails from Obibi-Ochasi in Orlu Local Govt. Area of Imo State. He is the last of six and started his educational career at Emotan Nursery and Primary School, Benin city. Completed his primary education at Madonna Primary School Owerri. Had his Secondary School education at Assumpta Minor Seminary, Naze and St. Peter Claver Seminary, Okpala. He holds a Diploma in Latin from St. Joseph Major Seminary, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State; a certificate in Basic Computer Operations from Swintec Computer Institute affiliated to Abia State Polytechnic, Aba. He is currently running a degree programme in Law at Madonna University Okija, Anambra State. His love for writing complements his travelling hobby through which he derives his inspiration.

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The Storm is Over is a Story about Lotanna an intelligent and handsome young man who grew up amid social obstacles and temptations which almost ruined him but for his determination and self-will to succeed. The death of his beloved father in place of his mum Ngozi, the flower of his heart in revenge for a past activity with a notorious cult group on campus was the ultimate price paid for his conversion from his involvement with the brotherhood. Sandra, the rejected stone who was an instrument to his occasional mishaps, turned into the corner stone bringing back the lost peace and joy to his emotionally wrecked life.


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The Wrong Outfit | AuthorHouse UK

'The Wrong Outfit', is AuthorHouse UK Author Al Gregg's debut novel and alongside his writing, which includes both plays and short stories, he is also a professional actor and musician.  Leaving school at sixteen, he sang and played guitar in various punk bands including The Wall, who were label mates on Polydor with Sham 69, The Jam and Siouxsie and the Banshees.  After punk he trained as an actor and has since appeared in many Theatre, Television, Film, Commercials and Voice Over productions.  His co-written play with David Schaal (from TV's 'The Office', 'Inbetweeners') about punk called 'Reality Chokes' had a very successful run at the 2009 Edinburgh Festival garnering some 5 star reviews and a nomination for the MTMUK Edinburgh Fringe Awards.

www.algregg.org

Al is married and lives in West London.

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AWAY DAY

During the summer holidays, Adam and Steve decided to travel to Chelsea’s second division away fixture at Millwall.  Although they weren’t sure exactly why they did.  The match was a London derby of the less appetising sort.  A friendly it most definitely was not, and you could be sure that the local New Cross constabulary would have a little flutter in their tummies come Saturday - that’s if they hadn’t gone on holiday, or taken sick leave at short notice.  Millwall versus Chelsea was known as a ‘ding-dong’ derby.  Millwall fists would probably be the ‘ding’ and Chelsea heads would probably be the ‘dong’.
     The train journey was endless, changing from this line then changing to that.  The boys were most definitely in a different part of town - there was no welcoming committee and New Cross Gate station seemed as if it had been refused council refurbishing grants since the Industrial Revolution.  A steam train was expected at any moment.  There was then a long walk to the ground partly because they got lost and it wasn’t long before Adam and Steve found themselves behind schedule.

     They were trying to keep a low profile, but being only just thirteen (Steve was only a year older) they didn’t quite understand the meaning of the word subtlety.  They both wore nylon Chelsea scarves tied around their wrists and Steve had brought his lucky Chelsea jacket covered in badges, of the large sew on variety, for good measure.  Fortunately, both teams played in blue and white so at a hundred yards distance it would not be completely obvious they were ‘Blues’ supporters.

     Not only did both clubs share blue and white colours, they also shared the same animal on the crest of their shirts.  The Lion.  Millwall called themselves, ‘The Lions’ and their ground, ‘The Den’ in Cold Blow Lane, continued the theme.  I suppose you could say that Adam and Steve were just another two ignorant visitors coming to be fed to them.

     Millwall’s ground looked similar to the Shed End at Chelsea, only this time it was all the way round.  If it was a food it would most likely resemble a bowl of concrete.  Terraces on three sides.  Rickety fences.  A small side stand of seats for the more retiring supporters.  They even had mounds of rubble outside for ammunition and old railway tracks, tunnels and breakers yards littered the barren dockland terrain, probably to hasten a quick getaway.  Adam and Steve were a little bit concerned.  Nothing of this was mentioned in the brochures.  To their dismay, it seemed as if only one member of the local constabulary had bothered to turn up on his bicycle and he was an old extra from Z Cars.


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Unknown Pages | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author Crystal Daze had very little education until late in her adult life due to family transitions. She went back into further education as a mature student, which she found very difficult as she was practically illiterate. Her dream was to become a writer. Although she found it hard to keep up with the other students she stuck at it. Eventually Crystal was accepted into Sussex University where she gained a BA hons in English. Now her dream has come true and she has written her first book. Crystal enjoys writing young adult fantasy as she says that it keeps her in touch with her inner child and the spiritual side of her nature. Crystal believes that the wonderful things about life is that you are never too old to learn.

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The thunder cracked, tagged by a loud rumble, it rolled directly above their heads, followed by a bright flash. “Look there it is again. Did you see that?” Rosie stood mesmerized. “Yes. They look like those scary aliens that Borealis was telling us about. Watch out they’re coming from all directions,” the youth bellowed as he lunged forward to grab Rosie’s arm and pull her to the ground, but he was too late. The alien Queen had Rosie tightly grasped within her tresses. The green giant’s warm, ripe breath, upon his face made him woozy. He knew now where the stench was coming from. Brooke held on to Rosie firmly by the ankles. A green, leathery claw forcefully seized his wrist lifting him from the ground. Instantly the weavers formed a large hand and ripped Brooke from the creature’s grip but it was too late for the girl, she had been snatched. “HELP, SOMEBODY HELP ME.” cried Rosie but her calls were suffocated by the howling wind, and a blood curdling screech of victory that came from the alien Monarch. The invading party disappeared into an electric, whirling mist.


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Shattered Dreams | AuthorHouse UK

I have always loved writing I have written poetry so decided this book would be my next adventure. I moved to Spain from Essex 12 years ago with my husband and mum, I have twin daughters and a granddaughter, I have a dog Rosie and 5 cats who decided the food and accommodation was good here so moved in. I am a spiritual healer and work medium mystically with spirit. by: AuthorHouse UK Author Maureen Curtis

AuthorHouse UK Author Maureen Curtis

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Elahe lives with her brother and parents in east end of London. Elahe has always dreamed of being a wife and a mother. After marrying James she starts to see her dream come true , all she wants is a baby and when she is denied this she takes drastic steps. As James lies in a coma his secret life unfolds this turns Elahe´s mind as she takes on an alto ego of an evil aggressive entity who wants revenge leaving tragedy and mayhem in her wake destroying the lives of family and friends around her. While on holiday with her best friend Sandi she knows the only way to rid the demon watching her is to confess her secret to Sandi, who is only to willing to listen not knowing its to big even for her to keep. Elahe has murdered once so would knowing her secret make Sandi her next victim

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Morituri | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author John David was born in 1955 in Southern England, graduated in economics and

AuthorHouse UK | John David

economic history from Leicester University, and worked in an office ever since.

His first intro to fantasy fiction came with Rudyard Kipling and the Jungle Book. He spent his early life reading copiously in all genres and subjects, but came to understand that sci-fi is a master genre, in which all lesser genres can be subsumed. Any genre from romance to political allegory to epic adventure can be set on another planet, in another time or another reality, and acquire extra dimensions of meaning and power.

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Morituri te salutant (Men doomed to die salute you) Reputedly the words of gladiators about to fight in Roman arenas. About to fight to the death, as warriors have fought to the death In arenas and wars, throughout history. Some believe warriors to be noble heroes, preservers of Freedom. Some believe warriors to be dangerous thugs, enemies of Peace. Who would you be? Would you be Scylla Daer, and believe that it is your duty to make War for the sake of Freedom? Would you be Geanetta La Roope, and believe that it is your duty to make Peace for the sake of Humanity? Would you be Randall Scott, and despise all warmongers? Would you be Rudi Kingston, and despise all peacemakers? Would you be Jack Devereux, and give up on Humanity to save yourself? Would you be Wispy, and give up on yourself to save Humanity? Who would you be? What would you do? Read MORITURI, the sixth and final episode of ENEMIES OF SOCIETY by John David, and decide.  

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Fulfilling Destiny | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Suella Suzan is the founder of Suella Suzan poems. It is an online poetry business which

AuthorHouse UK | Suella Suzan

provides personalised poems nationwide. She spends her day writing poems for people who want to express themselves to their loved ones. She lives in London with her family.


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Learn about the daily struggles of life and ways to overcome these in Fulfilling Destiny, which breaks away from the traditional poetry writing styles. Th is new profound poetic verse will take you on a journey of discovery. Th e words show a spiritual journey which then cascades to the daily realities faced in everyday society such as work, money, relationships, death and cancer. Th ese poems will inspire, motivate, encourage, guide and off er emotional support. Discover your sensual sexual self with the written word. If you want adventure and are ready to explore new things or maybe spice up your love life then Fulfi lling Destiny is for you.  
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'The Dangerous Caves of Botown' | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author J C Pearson was a full-time mother of three before taking a Combined Honours degree in English Literature

AuthorHouse UK | JC Pearson

and Fine Art at Liverpool Hope University, England, in 1996. Since then, she has worked as an artist, taking part in art exhibitions at home and in Europe and, more recently, as an illustrator of children's fiction. Always interested in creative writing, and enjoying the subject as part of her degree course, she has now turned to writing for children. 'The Dangerous Caves of Botown' is the result of this. The Author lives in Warrington, England.

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'The Dangerous Caves of Botown' is a children's adventure/fantasy story set in the fictional seaside town of Botown where Zach and Lucy Watson are on holiday with their parents. The year is 1995 and the adventure is sparked off by the family's interest in Botown museum's 50th Anniversary celebrations. These include a tour of the local 'dangerous' caves where ancient artefacts were discovered during a dig in 1970. The Watson's join the tour and learn that Botown has a history of human settlement dating back to the earliest of times. Further exploration by the children and their friends, Ben and Cathy, leads them to an exciting adventure and the discovery of something amazing about the caves which helps to explain a mystery that has troubled inhabitants of Botown for centuries.  Read More

Encounters with the Master | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author Tesiri Moweta began her journey in the literary world by writing as a young

AuthorHouse UK | Tesiri Moweta

teenager, after which she bagged a degree in English and Literature at the University of Benin, Nigeria. She is the author of Changes, and has various contributions in magazines, newspapers, journals and anthologies including voices.net, and faithwriters.com. Tesiri Moweta is also a writer committed to the Innercity Mission (ICM) of Christ Embassy. As such, the proceeds of her books are dedicated to the eradication and rehabilitation of street children. She has received awards for her contribution as a writer, and has been appointed a Goodwill Ambassador of the Innercity Mission. Tesiri and her husband Chris currently resides in Lagos, Nigeria with their children.


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What happens when Iram the leper makes his way to the Serog? Jacob and his household collide with the threat of total annihilation when his sons slaughter all the men in the cities surrounding them. The doctors have given up on Adriana’s dad. Her mum is suffering from a stroke, and the family is facing a fierce legal battle. How could everything go wrong at the same time? Sir Jonathan Halberd, a debonair bachelor in Abbotsbury has found the lady of his heart, but she curtly refuses to marry him. How could any lady turn down someone like him? Encounters with the Master plots out an assortment of interesting situations reflected in the bible days, allegorical milieus, the 18th century, and the world today. This intriguing collection of short stories, reveal the God whose power and existence cannot be ignored or denied, regardless of the time or place.  Free Preview

THREE STOREY ELEVATOR | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author | Slater Kworrie

AuthorHouse UK Author Slater Kworrie, almost thirty years ago the author of this book was made redundant from his work as a Textile Technician after a mere eighteen years in the trade. Not only had his job gone but virtually the entire industry had disappeared and he had to do something to fill those empty monotonous days of despair. Writing for a living had never been on his life's agenda though he always enjoyed writing as a form of stimulation and pleasure and had written several small pieces for a local newspaper and short magazines full of anecdotes and jokes for charity fund raising events. 'Behind the Fuse Box' was his first brief ten page story written in that dark period of unemployment and was submitted to television and film studios as a possible fantasy drama piece. He had the honour of being turned down by Alan Parker at Columbia Studios who found it interesting but not suitable for their current schedules which was the same reply he received from all the other leisure companies he approached and funnily enough from every company he applied to for employment. It languished along with other collective pieces from that time, in the bottom draw of a cupboard for some twenty five years and was never touched until he decided to compile a Short Story book as a Christmas present for his Granddaughter Jaid in 2010. Along with Limericks and amusing Ditty's, Behind the Fuse Box was resurrected and re-written into a longer story and retitled 'The Cellar' which he considers his first interesting attempt at a story with a twist. Two more stories were added, re- written and expanded into their present form in this book. All three are considered to be an easy read and retain that nice little twist which he hopes you will all enjoy.  Read More

Rising from My Knees | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK | Rising from My Knees

AuthorHouse UK Author Sandrah Hlatshwayo represent so many other children who were born in exile and never had the chance to attend a primary school – all in the name of politics. I live in South Africa with my mother and my loving daughter. I studied fashion designing at Tshwane North College, and I’m now at the best time of my life!


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My book is a memoir based on my life experiences and how I have overcome life’s challenges as a single mother, as a student, and living with my daughter in a single-parent home with my five brothers. The aim of the book is to motivate and inspire teen mummies to pursue their dreams and achieve their goals, no matter what circumstances they are in. I truly believe that, with hard work and dedication, dreams do come true. The book has fifty-one chapters and poems based on my thoughts and fears of failing in life, which makes it okay. In the end, I must say that I have lived my life! This book will inspire my readers to appreciate life and to cherish all that surrounds them with passion by letting the past go and reaching to the future with a purpose.  Read More

An Eternal Summer | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Book | An Eternal Summer

AuthorHouse UK Author Nalini was born in Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka. On leaving school she worked at an advertising agency in Colombo, and qualified as a journalist at the Ceylon College of Journalism in 1970. Nalini married Conrad de Sielvie that same year, and they immigrated to Australia in February 1972. Their first son was born in Melbourne in August 1972 and their second son in August 1973. During the next few years Nalini wrote continuously, and also qualified as a commercial artist in 1982. She entered several literary competitions held by local newspapers, magazines and Writers World in Queensland, and won many literary awards. 

Her winning stories and poems were published in newspapers and anthologies by Writer’s World Queensland. Nalini was included in the 1995 edition of ‘Who’s Who of Australian Writers.’ She worked for the Commonwealth Government from 1986 to 2005, and is currently a member of the Society of Women Writers Victoria, Australian Writers Guild, Writers Victoria, and Peninsula Arts Society. Nalini is past President of Authors Australia Inc, and also holds a diploma in screen writing from the Australian College of Journalism. Nalini teaches piano at a primary school, and her many hobbies include oil and pastel painting, handicrafts, music, classic movies, quiz shows, reading, especially historical novels and biographies. Website: www.nalinidesielvie.com  Overview

Gastric Band and Beyond | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author | Gastric Band & Beyond

AuthorHouse UK Author Mrs Sharon E. Bates MSc RN RM

Sharon is a registered nurse and midwife who has experience as an NHS manager. She is a professionally qualified and experienced humanistic counsellor and has achieved a Master Practitioner in eating disorders with The National Centre for Eating Disorders where she is a co-facilitator. Sharon has particular expertise having undergone weight loss surgery in 2000.

Sharon trained with Dr Vincent Frering in Lyon, France and was a pioneer in the UK specialising and establishing weight loss surgery teams in the UK. She works predominantly in Bristol as a Specialist Bariatric Nurse.

Sharon is a member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO) and can be contacted directly through the Avon Obesity Service for advice and enquiries. (www.avonobesityservice.co.uk)

Dr S. J. W. Monkhouse MA MBBChir MRCS

Simon is a surgical registrar with a specialist interest in obesity surgery. He trained at the University of Cambridge and now works in the South-west of England. He has written extensively on this subject and has set up a national training course for obesity surgeons of the future. He is motivated by the positive effects of the surgery on patient's lives and aspires to be an innovator and leader in the field. He has worked alongside Sharon and her colleagues for several years and benefits greatly from this multidisciplinary approach to the surgery.  Read More

Desert Horse | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author | Karen Smith

AuthorHouse UK Author Karen Smith was born in 1975 in Hull, East Riding England. As a child she wanted to be was a soldier, but never entered in to that profession until she was thirty years old when she enlisted in the Territorial Army, Royal Logistic Corps. After three years serving, she took time out to work abroad as a Consultant which took up most of her time. She has worked in every type of environment, and when she is not working abroad she likes travel. Through working overseas and travelling at her leisure, is what gives her the inspiration to write, that been fiction and non-fiction, most importantly Karen likes to write about people and places that inspire her. Karen also works hard to raise money for various charity projects and in doing so she donates all the royalties she earns from her books sales to these causes. Official website www.karen-smith.info

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A fictional account of the trailer trash lifestyle for overseas contractors working in Iraq which explores and shows the devious people and the mentality of westerners who believe they are above the law. It also hits the nail on the head when highlighting corporate politics, office bullies, male vultures and what poisonous manipulative women can and will get away with just by simply using their vagina as a tool. Desert Rose also shows the rest of the world what life is like for a western woman working in a man’s world, as well as the constant battle not to get drawn in to the sleazy world that westerners who not only lack shame with regards to how they conduct their behavior but also the shame they bring on to their own countries whilst been visitors in Iraq. The outside world will never get to see and hear about life as a contractor unless you work in this environment, or unless people start talking about it. Reading about life as a contractor through Mia's journey is as close to the truth as it gets.  Free Preview

How to be a Wedding Planner | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK | How to be a Wedding Planner

AuthorHouse UK Author with brides saying “everyone should have a Barbara”; “you really do think of everything” and “we couldn't have done it without you”, Barbara Collins, the author of this book, really is one of the best people to give you advice and guidance on how to become a wedding planner.

Barbara is a successful wedding planner, and is well known in the industry, often being asked to provide her views in magazines, and on radio and TV shows. She has been filmed for a Wedding Planners Documentary shown on Discovery Home and Health as well as being the National Wedding Show's Inspiration Zone Speaker in 2008.

Barbara set up a wedding planning business in 2001, which she franchised in 2007. She sold the business in 2009 to concentrate on providing wedding training to the wedding industry around the world.


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Do you want to be a wedding planner?


Then this book is for you!

If you want to start your own Wedding Planning business, or hope to get a job in an established wedding planning company, then having an overview of the role, the business, the highs and the lows is imperative. This book will provide you with an overview of the wedding market, wedding styles, wedding law, and customer's expectations.

Where best to start than by learning from a well established wedding planner?

"How to be a Wedding Planner" takes you through setting up a successful wedding planning business, designing the services you want to offer to be unique and affordable, and shares ideas, experience and provides thought provoking questions to help you consider what it is your business will do, services it will offer and how to charge for the services that will be provided.

This book tells of the different activities needed of a wedding planner on the wedding day, as well as understanding the pre-wedding activities that are needed to ensure that the wedding day is a success.

“How to be a wedding planner” enables you to learn the secrets of the trade, provides templates to support you during the early stages of setting up a wedding planning business, and can be referred to over and over again, wedding after wedding.  Free Preview

101 Poems for Children | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse UK Author | Nicole Crosbourne

AuthorHouse UK Author Nicole Crosbourne Born in London, with Caribbean heritage, Nicole found a natural gift for poetry from the age of seven. With encouragement of her English teacher, she began to compile her work during her first year of secondary school. Alongside poetry as a main hobby, Nicole has also found a passion for music; she has played the piano from an early age. Other hobbies of hers include swimming, learning to speak new languages, cooking, and computing. Some of her poetry has been selected to be published as a part of a Young Writers compilation. Her main influences being inspiration from her family, local school, and from a wide range of authors and poets, including Shakespeare and Roald Dahl. Her style and tone of writing is characteristic and descriptive, suitable for young readers to appreciate and enjoy. Many of her poems had been stimulated by the excitement of viewing things through young eyes and personal experiences.  Overview

The Girl On The Balcony | AuthorHouse UK

AuthorHouse Author | Frances Hart

AuthorHouse UK Author Frances Hart, "The Girl on the Balcony" is the author's debut novel and has been influenced by her fascination with literature throughout her career as an English teacher. Married with two adult daughters, she lives in south east England. Two of the secondary characters will feature in her next novel. 

Overview: Love at first sight does not exist. Or so Matt Steele thinks, until he sees the girl on the balcony at the London premiere of his latest movie. Desperate to get to know her without his fame getting in the way, the Hollywood star assumes the name of the character he is due to play in a forthcoming movie. In this guise, he meets teacher Laura Marshall and they fall in love. It seems Matt's plan has worked. But Laura believes she is in love with an out of work actor called Jonathan Mann. What will happen when she discovers their love is based on a lie? More crucially, how will their fledgling romance survive when Matt has to return to the States without her? Especially when, through acombination of misfortune, misunderstanding and the malice of a distinctly fishy character, it seems as though the parting will be permanent. The narrative switches between London and the States as the protagonists learn from their mistakes. Was their love just a holiday romance or does it mean so much more?  Free Preview

AuthorHouse UK | Human Resources in Crisis

AuthorHouse Author | Rudolf Hartong

AuthorHouse UK Author Rudolf Hartong, born in 1947, was educated in human resources and worked in The Netherlands as an HR professional until 1988. After that, for the following twenty-four years, he and his family (five children) lived in seven countries, where they encountered and experienced different cultures, religions, and situations which changed their lives. Retired in 2012, after forty years, of which twenty-two were in human resources and eighteen were in general management, he observed some fundamental changes in human resources that made him worried about the development of this profession. He can call himself an expert in this field and has proven so during his assignments. He and his wife now live in Switzerland. For comments and remarks: rudolfhartong@yahoo.com  Read More