In the valleys of South Wales as in many other places, coal mining is an industry banished to the mists of time. But the bravery and determination of many generations of colliers should be remembered and honoured. So many gave their lives either by accidents and disasters or lost to chronic disease. The first short story and vivid images serve to remind us of times gone but not forgotten. The second, Gleision Colliery, is a true account of
the last mining disaster to happen in the Swansea Valley in 2011.
In a world facing crisis due to food
shortages, global warming, and general disrespect by humans for
planetary resources, this little book introduces five dragons who care
about our future. Through their teachings about earth, wind, ice, frost,
and moon, children can learn how to respect Mother Earth, how to live in
harmony with all creatures, all life as we know it to be.
A light-hearted collection of four heart-warming short stories about
woodland creatures who bring joy and happiness to those around them.
Melvyn The Mushroom who wanted to see what lay beyond his village,
Sylvester The Squirrel who just couldn’t stay out of trouble, Bert The
Badger went in search of enchantment, and finally, Fern The Fox who just
loved to help others.
The Devotee's is a fictional narrative of four incredible characters,
three humans and one dragon, serving the planet in order to maintain
life for all species, fauna, land, seas, and collectively, our home, the
Earth. They are devoted individually to serving the Earth, Wind, Fire,
and Water and create in our minds a reality of how so much is needed to
maintain life as we know it to be. Through their efforts and devotion we
are given dreams that ‘all is not lost’, harmony with all that will save
Mother Earth. Written by Lazarus Carpenter and beautifully illustrated
by Gill Brooks, this is a book for children and adults alike.
Herein a collection of nine ghost stories to wet paranormal paranoia,
aiding sleepless nights for those of us suffering from insomnia. From a
man unable to say No, events serve to reverse his opinions; A headless
horse seeking revenge; An ancient castle and its spectral inhabitants
lost in the mists of time; A medium whose life is guided by a haunted
pen; A whispering windmill; An abandoned railway station casting
thoughts into mayhem; A tale from a desolate park bench tells of a young
girl saved from the depths of great sadness by a wandering raven; A
secret passageway in Craig y Nos Castle from bygone times; to a ghostly
love story unfurling at the Absinthe Ball. All tales are written by
Lazarus Carpenter
A little over twenty years ago, when I was creating computer desktop
themes and wallpapers, I did a small series called “Dragonlands”.
Looking back, those images were quite awful, but at the time, I was new
to digital art so I think I could be forgiven. Each dragon was given a
name and a little description. There was also the Dynnas, the Dragon
Master and a map of the Dragonlands. Fast forward to now, where my
digital skills have improved one thousand fold and I have a few books
published, I remembered my little series and thought it would be
wonderful to not only create new illustrations of them and give their
realm a name, but to give them a whole book to themselves. I have added
one dragon extra to the original six, because on re-illustrating the
map, I thought that Trer’s Isle needed an explanation. I have really
enjoyed re-visiting this clutch of dragons, and I hope you, the reader,
enjoys what I created for them – it’s what they deserve after waiting
all this time.
Welcome to the third book in the Adventures of Beckett series. Two
more grand adventures to be shared from Beckett's exploits. 'Beckett's
Unending Words' charts the journey of a chatty little boy maturing into
a caring sensitive young man. 'Beckett's Boundless Journey' joins him
rushing here and there, missing so much until he realizes there is so
much beauty in the world when he opens his eyes.
Sitting under the trees as the leaves fall from the trees, it’s important to have something to keep us occupied and entertained throughout the day. For children, this can be especially important, as they may become restless and bored. That’s why we’ve put together this collection of short stories, all with a focus on teaching important moral lessons. In today’s world, there are many distractions that can lead us astray from what really matters.
It’s important to teach strong values in children from a young age, and one way to do this is through storytelling. Each of the stories in this collection has been carefully selected for its ability to teach children important lessons about kindness, honesty, perseverance, and other essential virtues. But these stories aren’t just meant to be educational – they’re also a lot of fun! From tales of adventurous animals and mythical creatures to stories of characters overcoming obstacles, there’s something here for everyone. And because they’re short, they’re perfect for reading aloud around a campfire. Of course, we understand that not every child is the same, and not every family has the same values. That’s why we’ve included stories from a variety of characters and perspectives so that every child can find something to enjoy and learn from.
Deep in the heart of the Welsh countryside lies the ancient forest of
Coed-y-Croesbach. For centuries, guarded and protected by an immensely
loyal dragon named Draythorn. However, the passage of time has taken
it's toll on not only Draythorn, but also the spirit of the forest
itself, and Draythorn has to summon all his strength and courage to
embark on a perilous journey to the centre of the earth to bring home
the very essence of life to save his home and all who dwell there.
Hardback and paperback options with high-quality paper and illustrations.
"Shadow's Journey Home" tells the heart-warming tale of a border
collie born into a litter destined for sheep herding on a farm. Despite
her best efforts, Shadow struggles with her herding skills and is
eventually placed in a border collie rehoming centre. However, her life
takes a beautiful turn when a loving family with two children adopts
her. With unwavering loyalty and devotion, Shadow discovers her true
purpose as a companion and protector in her new home. This touching
story explores the resilience of love and the profound bond between
humans and their canine companions as Shadow finds her forever home
After meeting Dog-Wolf, deep inside his dreams, Hermit found himself
in a large room with white walls; full of huge purple drapes decorated
the windows. Outside, he could see a lush garden of flowers and plants
and hear the sounds of many different animals and birds. In front of him
stood a tall man wearing a long dark blue robe, and a cowl covered his
head but Hermit could see a face. It was a long narrow face, with a
pointed chin; and cheekbones high sat below light blue eyes that pierced
the very soul of our Hermit. Hermit had seen this Spirit before, but not
for a long time. It was Rardin, his teacher and guide from the other
world.
All of us say we do not want to suffer
and yet each and every day, we cause more suffering to ourselves and
support those who perpetuate suffering in others! And we say we do not
want to suffer? What do we mean by 'suffering'. A 'word' defined and
experienced by so many and yet understood, controlled and created by so
few. Crucial to the centre of an understanding is firstly, to know that
'suffering' is always cured by unconditional love.
This is a heart warming story about a champion greyhound who reaches
the time in his life when it's time to retire, to being overlooked in
kennels for what seemed like a lifetime, to finally finding a home, and
enjoying his retirement. After all his hard work, he deserved it.
"Where does time go?" and "Can we ever catch up with time?"
These thoughts consumed his mind day and night, leaving him with an
unquenchable desire to chase after time itself. One sunny morning, while
strolling through the village, Doctor John stumbled upon an ancient book
hidden in the depths of a dusty old bookstore.
Around the Fire With Uncle Laz -
Short Stories for Long Nights
Uncle Laz Series Book Two
As we embark on long evenings sitting around a fire, it’s important
to have something to keep us occupied and entertained through the night.
For children, this can be especially important, as they may become
restless and bored. That’s why we’ve put together this collection of
short stories, all with a focus on teaching important moral lessons. In
today’s world, there are many distractions that can lead us astray from
what really matters. It’s important to teach strong values in children
from a young age, and one way to do this is through storytelling. Each
of the stories in this collection has been carefully selected for its
ability to teach children important lessons about kindness, honesty,
perseverance, and other essential virtues. But these stories aren’t just
meant to be educational – they’re also a lot of fun! From tales of
adventurous animals and mythical creatures to stories of characters
overcoming obstacles, there’s something here for everyone. And because
they’re short, they’re perfect for reading aloud around a campfire. Of
course, we understand that not every child is the same, and not every
family has the same values. That’s why we’ve included stories from a
variety of characters and perspectives, so that every child can find
something to enjoy and learn from.
This is the second book in the Adventures of Beckett series and includes two delightful children's stories. 'Beckett and Albus' tells the tale of a little boy and his best friend, a cat called Albus and the adventures they share together. 'Beckett and the Funfair' is a mysterious tale of a little boy's strange experiences in a funfair that turns out to be more than one might think.
The Adventures of Beckett is the first volume in a new series. Inspired by
Lazarus' Grandson this volume includes two stories. The first is, 'Beckett's Railway Adventure' and speaks to a little boy's obsession with trains and a realization of dreams that just may come true. Secondly, we join Beckett as he embarks on a journey in 'The Adventures of Beckett the Wizard' as he strives in a quest to become a wizard encountering many obstacles along the way.
This is a delightful children's story about Sparkle the Unicorn who lives in a magical forest. He is hunted by a nasty ogre called Grumblebelly who wishes to steal Sparkle's magical essence.
Will the fairies of the forest intervene in time?
On The Road With Uncle Laz ~ Short Stories For Long Journeys
A collection of twenty short children’s stories written by Lazarus
Carpenter and illustrated by Gill Brooks. From a Dragon who learns
gluttony is not the answer, to a group of animal friends exploring
unknown caves, all stories have a moral important for our children to
learn in order to survive with grace in an ever-changing world.
Although this collection has been written for 5 – 11 year olds, the
stories will appeal to everybody.
‘Kingdom of the Trees’ is a story with a theme of ‘attachment’ and a
need to cast off the past and be open to possibility. A Queen
must prepare her daughter, the Princess, for the future and only
Professor Knowitallicus has the answer!
Although this story has been written for 5 – 11 year olds, the
tale will appeal to everybody.
