When Mike and Hayley set out to adopt a child from Sierra Leone, Africa, never in their wildest imaginations did they dream this venture would lead to the "Jones Dozen." This dramatically moving story will amaze and inspire any reader. Their stunning observation: "It was the least we could do!
An ancient spell gone wrong. A legacy of time travel. The latest unsuspecting heir. Fifteen-year-old Sophia McAskie can see an object's past just by touching it. She doesn’t know why. She can’t control it. And she doesn’t know she can time travel. Finding out will be an epic adventure... One day, while cleaning the grandfather clock in her dad’s antiques shop, Sophia accidentally sends herself and her brother tumbling into the house of a Victorian gentleman. Before she can figure out what happened, a mysterious time traveller with sinister plans demands their custody, igniting a gruelling chase through unfamiliar times and foreign lands. Lost and on the run, with no idea how to get home, the siblings win the help of an intrepid local boy in their battle for survival. But in a web of magic and hidden agendas, who can they trust? When a devious figure tears the siblings apart, Sophia must master her powers if she is ever going to find her brother and return home to safety. If she fails, they’ll be trapped in the past forever... Beyond the Longcase Clock is the first book in the YA fantasy time-travel series Chronicles of the Chiliad. If you like fast-paced adventure, vivid historical settings, and unpredictable magical powers, then you’ll love the first instalment in Hayley Patton’s compelling new series. Buy Beyond the Longcase Clock to embark on this exciting journey today!
Today is a special day! I am having a yummy hot lunch order and a sparkling red drink too. I told my friends about it. This is my first ever lunch from the school canteen! I can hardly wait for lunchtime. I hope Miss Jones will let me take the lunch basket to the canteen. This special day is turning out to be kind of strange and my teacher looks kind of funny. Where is my yummy hot lunch order and sparkling red drink? What has happened to my teacher, Miss Jones?
The invasion of Iraq in 2003, and the Coalition Government's failure to win parliamentary approval for armed intervention in Syria in 2013, mark a period of increased scrutiny of the process by which the UK engages in armed conflict. For much of the media and civil society there now exists a constitutional convention which mandates that the Government consults Parliament before commencing hostilities. This is celebrated as representing a redistribution of power from the executive towards a more legitimate, democratic institution. This book offers a critical inquiry into Parliament's role in the war prerogative since the beginning of the twentieth century, evaluating whether the UK's decisions to engage in conflict meet the recognised standards of good governance: accountability, transparency and participation. The analysis reveals a number of persistent problems in the decision-making process, including Parliament's lack of access to relevant information, government 'legalisation' of parliamentary debates which frustrates broader discussions of political legitimacy, and the skewing of debates via the partial public disclosure of information based upon secret intelligence. The book offers solutions to these problems to reinvigorate parliamentary discourse and to address government withholding of classified information. It is essential reading for anyone interested in war powers, the relationship between international law and domestic politics, and the role of the Westminster Parliament in questions of national security.
This comprehensive and accessible guide is for every birthing and health professional looking to improve their care during pregnancy, birth, and aftercare for autistic women. With a distinct lack of scientifically approached work in this area, this much-needed book takes an intersectional, feminist approach and covers the background of modern birth practices and autism as a diagnosis. With intersectionality as a core feature, the impact of cultural differences, underdiagnoses, stigma, and stereotypes amongst ethnic minorities is also included. It discusses how pain functions in the autistic brain as well as co-occurring conditions such as alexithymia, chronic pain, epilepsy, and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. This multidisciplinary author team includes two well-established autism experts, and an experienced midwife and lecturer who provides invaluable birthing insight, as well as approaches for sensation management during birth, insider knowledge on midwifery protocols, and accessible tools for autistic pregnant people and families to use.
Informed by ethnographic research with children, Davies offers new sociological insights into children's personal relationships, as well as closely examining methodological approaches to researching with children and researching relationships.
I blow her a kiss. She catches it and puts it in her pocket for later like she always does. And then it happens. Why doesn't she look? Why doesn't the bus brake? Why is my body frozen? When 16-and-a-half-year-old Clementine Footner witnesses the tragic death of her eccentric aunt Stella, she feels as though her world will never be the same again. Clementine idolised her aunt, and their intimate bond was something she treasured deeply. But after finding and reading Stella's diaries, she learns about a very different woman - an unstable, erratic Stella. This Stella suffered from Bipolar . . . and the whole family knew about it. Feeling betrayed and angry, with her life spiralling even further out of control, Clementine trudges through grief, despair, and the middle of nowhere to discover what truly matters. 'I love this book . . . It made me cry, but most importantly it made my spirits soar.' Jessica Rowe, beyondblue Ambassador
Timeless is an anthology of the most influential styles, looks, and garments from the past 200 years. Art and fashion historian Hayley Edwards-Dujardin offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at the history behind iconic garments, the designers who revolutionized the industry, and the cultural moments that continue to inform how we dress today. Entries include legendary pieces like the Chanel suit, the Hermès Kelly bag, and Jean Paul Gaultier’s men’s skirt, as well as iconic basics like jeans, sneakers, white t-shirts, black dresses, and bandanas. Learn the history behind these memorable looks, as well as their cultural significance. This lavishly illustrated book features 200 photos, 20 pages of infographics, and 20 illustrated silhouettes, making it a visual feast for fashion enthusiasts and historians alike. Timeless is a celebration of clothing and the definitive guide to some of the most influential moments in fashion history, making it an absolute must-have for any fashion lover.
A no-fuss, simple guide for every female that wants to start her own small business. Olympic and Commonwealth Games champion swimmer Hayley Lewis had countless business ideas buzzing around in her head before she took the plunge and started her own small business. With no previous business training or on-the-job experience, she opened the first learn-to-swim school located in a major shopping centre in Australia. Drawing on her experience, both as a successful business woman and an athlete, Hayley gives a personal account of life in the small business world and guides you through all you need to know to start your own business, including: • researching your idea and your competition • creating a winning business plan • finding finance • getting the location right • marketing and building your customer base • hiring staff • staying motivated and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. With inspirational cases studies from enterprising women and practical information throughout, this book is for every woman who has ever dreamt of starting her own business.
Ever wondered how twins can sense each other, even when they are on the other side of the world? Or thought about why you suddenly think of someone you havent seen for ages and then they call you on the phone how does that happen? Have you ever experienced or heard of animals predicting earthquakes or even sniffing out cancers what makes them do this? Religion and prayer seem to produce some intriguing miracles can science explain this? And then there is paranormal activity and superstitions are they real and if so what is going on that we dont understand? These and many more questions plagued Hayley Weatherburn to read, research and learn what was going on behind the scenes. Being of a scientific mind, she delved into the realm of quantum physics and discovered an answer. Explaining it very simply with a few amusing and personal anecdotes, she goes through different aspects of life as we know it and provides an interesting view on the way the world works and how to apply this new paradigm to your own everyday life. Whether you are a scientist, an atheist, religious or youre not even sure, this easy read takes you on a journey that may concrete your personal beliefs and help you to discover who you are, and what you believe in.
When Mike and Hayley set out to adopt a child from Sierra Leone, Africa, never in their wildest imaginations did they dream this venture would lead to the "Jones Dozen." This dramatically moving story will amaze and inspire any reader. Their stunning observation: "It was the least we could do!
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