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  Anne Boleyn - Her Execution for...

  Kelly Mass

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  As King Henry VIII's 2nd marriage partner, Anne Boleyn ruled as Queen of England from 1533 till 1536. Her marriage and execution by beheading for treason and other criminal offenses made her an essential player in the political and religious chaos that identified the start of the English Reformation. Anne was the daughter of Thomas Boleyn, first Earl of Wiltshire, and his marriage partner, Girl Elizabeth Howard. She got her education in Holland and France, mainly as a housemaid of honor to Queen Claude of France. Anne went to England in early 1522, meaning to wed her Irish cousin James Butler, 9th Earl of Ormond; nevertheless, the marriage failed, and she found work as a housemaid of honor to Henry VIII's partner, Catherine of Aragon.Anne was secretly betrothed to Henry Percy, child of Henry Percy, fifth Earl of Northumberland, in early 1523, but their engagement was aborted when the Earl refused to support them. In January 1524, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey opposed the match, and Anne was returned to Hever Castle. Henry VIII started his courtship of Anne in the month of February or March 1526. She withstood his efforts to charm her, declining to follow in her sister Mary's steps and become his girlfriend. Henry quickly focused his exertions on having his marriage to Catherine annulled so that he may wed Anne. Wolsey could not encourage Pope Clement VII to annul Henry's marriage, and Anne played a part in his failure and death in the year 1529-- 30. When it ended up being apparent that Clement wouldn't cancel the marriage, Henry and his therapists, and that includes Thomas Cromwell, started the process of deteriorating the Catholic Church in England by shutting abbeys and nunneries. Henry made Anne the Marquess of Pembroke in the year 1532.There is more, way more, to Anne Boleyn. In this book, we won’t leave you in the dark.

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  Top 10 Short Stories The - The...

  Herman Melville, George Eliot,...

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  Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart.  A few pages can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. 
   
  In this series we try to offer up tried and trusted ‘Top Tens’ across many different themes and authors. But any anthology will immediately throw up the questions – Why that story? Why that author?  
   
  The theme itself will form the boundaries for our stories which range from well-known classics, newly told, to stories that modern times have overlooked but perfectly exemplify the theme.  Throughout the volume our authors whether of instant recognition or new to you are all leviathans of literature. 
   
  Some you may disagree with but they will get you thinking; about our choices and about those you would have made.  If this volume takes you on a path to discover more of these miniature masterpieces then we have all gained something. 
   
  In this decade life on both sides of the Atlantic relied on territorial expansion and the gathering of industrial muscle.  The people who live there merely cogs in a vast machine.  Our authors illuminate these times with words that bring humanity and life to these literary gems.  
   
  01 - The Top Ten - The 1850's - An Introduction 
  02 - The Lifted Veil - Part 1 by George Eliot 
  03 - The Lifted Veil - Part 2 by George Eliot 
  04 - Bartleby the Scrivener - Part 1 by Herman Melville 
  05 - Bartleby the Scrivener - Part 2 by Herman Melville 
  06 - The Old Nurse's Story by Elizabeth Gaskell 
  07 - Master Zacharius - Part 1 by Jules Verne 
  08 - Master Zacharius - Part 2 by Jules Verne 
  09 - The District Doctor by Ivan Turgenev 
  10 - A Terribly Strange Bed by Wilkie Collins 
  11 - Psyche's Art by Louisa May Alcott 
  12 -The Lake Gun by James Fenimore Cooper 
  13 - Two Offers by Frances Watkins Harper 
  14 - Gods in Exile by Heinrich Heine

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  The Prisoner - Behind Bars in...

  Vladimir Pereverzin

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  'A bleak and vivid account' BBC Radio 4 
  ‘I am haunted by the feeling that it is not me I’m writing about, but some other man who lived through it all. It is as though I was watching a film about him, reading a book on him. And here is that book’ 
  Shocking, but laced with wry humour, Vladimir Pereverzin’s extraordinary story is of an ordinary man whose comfortable life is upended. Refusing to give false testimony against Yukos owner Mikhail Khodorkovsky, he is plunged into lengthy, brutal incarceration in Russia’s nightmarish prisons and penal colonies, including some in which political prisoner Alexei Navalny has been held. 
  Vividly told in this skilful translation, Vladimir’s ultimately uplifting memoir was first published in Russian in 2013, but, given new laws enacted in Russia to punish those who oppose its ongoing ‘special operation’ in Ukraine, it is, if anything, even more topical today. 
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  ‘A very Russian story, and topical for all times . . . it tells you how to become truly free when deprived of liberty’ – Boris Akunin, author of the Erast Fandorin books

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  Bodies from the Library 6:...

  Tony Medawar

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  Bodies from the Library brings into the daylight the forgotten, the lost and the unknown, and the 2023 volume is another indispensable collection for crime fans. 
  The sixth volume of Bodies from the Library includes the usual eclectic mix of pre- and post-war stories by classic crime and thriller writers. Unearthed from ephemeral publications, newspapers and magazines, some of these ‘lost’ stories are by authors who have appeared in previous volumes, with others who are new to the series: 
  We welcome back to the Library familiar Golden Age detective writers in the form of stories by Christianna Brand, Alice Campbell, Joseph Commings and Cyril Hare, a previously unknown novella by Anthony Gilbert, and a short novel by Margery Allingham. 
  We also welcome for the first time George Bellairs, Victor Whitechurch and Andrew Garve, with E. C. Bentley’s ‘Greedy Night’ providing a humorous parody of Dorothy L. Sayers’ Lord Peter Wimsey, before five thriller writers including Geoffrey Household and Dennis Wheatley round off the collection with an unusual and exciting round-robin novella. 
  And, whether this is your first encounter with Bodies or a return to the Library, we welcome you, the reader. Complete with revealing biographies of all 16 featured authors by Tony Medawar, we hope you will find this to be an indispensable collection for your bookshelf. 
  This anthology, curated by Tony Medawar, is a treasure trove of the best and top thrillers from the historical and traditional crime fiction genre. Each story is a testament to the author's unique storytelling prowess, making it a must-have for every aficionado's bookshelf. 
  For fans of Tony Medawar (Ghosts from the Library), Mike Ripley (Mr Campion's Memory), Ann Cleeves (The Raging Storm), and Cecily Gayford (Murder under the Christmas Tree). 
  HarperCollins 2023

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  Warrior Mom - A Mother’s Journey...

  Tracy M. Slepcevic

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  “An inspiring story of strength and inspiration for all parents faced with an autism diagnosis.” —Jerry Kartzinel, MD, New York Times–bestselling author 
   
  For any parent who has heard the chilling words “your child has autism,” Tracy Slepcevic offers hope, inspiration, and advice to help you navigate the system, evaluate different treatment options, and heal your child’s underlying conditions. 
   
  After her son Noah had a severe regression after meeting all his milestones, Tracy spent years trying to figure out what was wrong with her little boy. Once given a diagnosis, doctors said Noah would never lead a fully functioning life, but Tracy knew this was not her son’s fate. 
   
  Refusing to give up, Tracy read dozens of books, attended autism conferences, and spent countless hours researching how to heal her child. She was determined to turn her son around from what doctor’s called an “incurable diagnosis” so that Noah could live his best life possible. Over the years, Noah made great progress with biomedical intervention and lives a fully functional life today with a bright future ahead of him. 
   
  Warrior Mom is an inspiring story of hope and an indispensable guidebook for any parent desperate to hear the truth that autism is not a hopeless diagnosis and that many underlying conditions associated with autism are treatable. 
   
  “A sobering look at the challenges parents face today. Its broad and deep range of perspectives will assist many parents in their search for answers and a clear picture of what life looks like when you put your faith and trust in the hands of God.” —Nick Vujicic, evangelist and New York Times–bestselling author

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  Fighting to Forgive - A Journey...

  Kathy Cooks

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  "You, dear reader, are literally being invited into my soul..." 
  This story is undeniably inspiring and serves as a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit. Kathy's determination to rise above the challenges of infidelity, multiple betrayers, obsession, and deceit, is a testament to her resilience and courage. She not only reclaimed her own life but also offers a guiding light for others who might be going through similar struggles. Her mantra, "I refuse to let the actions of others dictate the outcome of my life," serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us all that we have the power to shape our own destinies, regardless of the challenges we face. 
  As she continued to grapple with the overwhelming burden of forgiveness, Kathy's faith provided her with a source of hope and the promise of healing. It gave her a framework to understand the importance of forgiveness, not only for the people she needed to forgive but for her own well-being. She learned that forgiveness was a path to inner peace and a way to release the heavy weight of resentment. 
  After three decades of marriage, Kathy and her husband now enjoy a life of freedom. Their bond, strengthened by the trials they faced together, stands as a testament to their enduring love and commitment. Kathy's journey serves as an inspiration to others, demonstrating that with determination, resilience, and a steadfast spirit, it is possible to overcome even the most devastating of circumstances and emerge stronger on the other side. Joining her on this journey means tapping into that fierce, powerful energy within you and using it to conquer challenges, break barriers, and live life to the fullest.So, are you ready to embrace your inner badass and embark on this empowering journey? Let's do it!

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