Synopsis:

During the years from 1970 to 1995, there were times in moments of crisis when Annie (Wilson) Davison would not have wished the Spiritual Journey on her worst enemy. 

From the age of twenty-four - a writer on the teenage magazine Petticoat, and later as a researcher on the Parkinson Programme - she began intuitively opening to the psychic and spiritual gaze. From 1975 the journey to consciousness - through the emergence of The Feminine Principle and the integration of 'light and dark', spirit and matter - began in earnest. These years brought karmic relationships and untold adventures to a life which, as an astrologer once suggested, was 'more bizarre than she would wish for herself'. 

Those heady days behind her, she now looks back, knowing she would not have missed this Adventure for the world.

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Brian Dillon has fashioned a most lovable abuse victim into a ten-year-old Indy Jones. But in 1950’s Irish Catholic Boston the enemies aren’t Nazis but constant temptation, penalties for succumbing, and those waging war on sin to conceal their own.

“For the Love of Mike” is a vivid account of Catholic school in the 1950’s. The gang’s all here; Attila the nun, class clowns, bullies, baseball, barrels and barrels of sin, fantastic pranks, unbelievably bamboozled parents and ‘he who hides in plain sight’ the evil parish priest.  

Despite having his hands full avoiding further priestly advances life goes on and young Mike Kilgallen will not be deprived of adventure. From a child’s eyes we magic carpet back to innocence, its keen perceptions of new mornings, best friends, the infinity of the moment and its unbounded happiness for no reason at all. The flip side is acute fear.

Dillon masterfully seduces us into the devil’s own shoes, plotting a young boy’s demise with cold calculated betrayals of one who dwells in those hideous states below death, whose sole mission among us is turning beauty into ugliness.  

Compelling are Dillon’s depictions of this priest’s paradox personality, so capable of confusion while manipulating our power of choice with a maddening grip. Dillon has no mercy, pulls no punches with this vampire like character, “His very stock in trade was the mysterious fear preached weekly. Never was it love or forgiveness. He had half the town convinced that in the blink of an eye they could turn murderous or immoral, that he alone was the last guardian of that forbidden gate. The façade was brilliant, to his flock he walked on water. His shell was shiny yet beneath lurked a decayed being with the most wicked of intentions.”  

He is wise not to generalize that these are the actions of all. Throughout we are reminded. But it’s down to thee and me for believing too much too often. For this we are not spared the dark shadowy forces that snatch young souls. Yanked abruptly upright we are forced to face the here and now, forced to observe. Then with gentle wisdom advised, ‘I love you very much, but sometimes I don’t.’ Alas, a boy is hunted by the very worst of predators. Yet still we drink deeply of a profoundly innocent mix of childish bad behavior, friendship, humor, and hope.  

We are redeemed, for around every corner is rediscovery of joyous youth, its freedoms, barriers, purposes and for a short while we are restored those miraculous perceptions of the very young, the most basic gifts of God given life which ebb and dull as the years pass us by. It’s a story close to home anywhere on earth. A story where our hero becomes each of us, armed only with hopes and dreams, to stand at last victorious, a story whose messages of courage, honor and goodwill plead to be dusted off and handed out to all the world’s citizens.

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This eBook is aimed at IT Managed Service Providers (MSP’s) and aspiring MSP’s who want a quick and succinct answer as to the building blocks of growing a successful IT Managed Service Provider business.

In my role providing expert help to IT companies, I get to work with some of the best MSP’s in the world. To date, all the most successful MSP businesses I’ve observed are those who have avoided or overcome the five mistakes presented within this guide. I hope by sharing this information, you can avoid these mistakes and grow your own IT business more rapidly.

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A collection of blog posts about building a small business, social media, networking, pink wine, stockings, music, fun and the eighties.

A year’s worth of true tales of the people around me and some of the bizarre situations I find myself in. My stories are woven around a virtual record charting the growth of my small business over the year as it develops via social media and networking events.

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This is the story of a solitary Lockdown…a story of bloody-minded self-preservation replete with moments of anxiety, resignation and sadness but also with joy, hilarity and above all dogged determination. Cassandra – sixty-five years old, single and somewhat immobile – struggles with myriad new challenges as she watches herself – and the world – change from within her self-imposed fortress.

In November 2019, she had a terrifying nightmare which warned of something very bad emerging from China. In early January 2020, she had a subsequent and similarly disturbing dream in which she found herself in an empty and deserted Italian castle, furnished solely with a single ventilator tent.

Forewarned by these dreams she threw herself into a frenzy of logistical planning, laboriously turning her spare bedroom into a store cupboard stuffed with many (rigorously disinfected) boxes of sensible, nutritious, long-life and probably disgusting dehydrated foods – ready for whatever The Fates had in store.

On the 3rd March 2020, notwithstanding the dithering of the UK government, Cassandra unequivocally shut herself away, refusing to open the door to anyone and using a newly acquired pink megaphone with which to communicate, through the closed window.

This updated version brings her story up to date - January 2021 - through two more Lockdowns and the promise of a vaccine.

“I see this as an important book…one high-risk, single woman’s view on how she, personally, coped with an unprecedented situation and who is not afraid to bare all…literally!! The fact that it also looks at the situation from political and other angles is integral to the overall read…”

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Have you ever wondered why some colours fill you with joy and inspiration and yet others just leave you cold and flat? Did you know that yellow speeds up decision making and green gives the feeling of slowing down time?

Add a Little Colour to Your Life reveals the hidden power of colour, this great little book gives you an introduction to and insight into the silent yet powerful language of colour, including décor, clothing, healing, and how to find your own personal life path colour. A little book that goes a long way.

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Freedom from Bosses Forever is classic comedy, biting satire and a really practical, useful guide to being your own boss. This is an updated, new e-book exclusive version of the popular book 'Stripping for Freedom . See the reader reviews: 'snorting with laughter' is not unusual but all agree the Be Your Own Boss advice is spot on.

Successful global entrepreneur and CEO of cloud software and apps multinational WinWeb, Stefan Topfer, has called it 'The funniest hard-hitting business book, that is absolutely full of business truth'

Most successful business owners, entrepreneurs, even sports stars and top entertainers, have been willing to strip their lifestyle down to the bare essentials so that they can control their own destiny, gain their freedom from bosses, by earning a living working for themselves.

Freedom from Bosses Forever shows you how to gain the bare enterprise-ready essentials in order to successfully start your own small or home business (and escape the rat race).

As well as a useful guide to starting your own business this is also a very funny book. It has received excellent reviews for both editions in paperback and this new e-book improves it again.

The e-book format makes it easy to read and clickable links take you to the author's favourite, free websites that provide further help for all those thinking about, preparing for and starting their own business.

The humorous narrative is based on the book's mythical author, Canadian fashionista, Leonora Soculitherz (So-cool-it-hurts - geddit?) returning to the UK to conduct a piece of investigative journalism. As well as finding out what it takes to prepare for and start your own business, Soculitherz also has in her sights the UK's fat cats, corporate clowns and insane politicians. Conspiracy theories abound.

Along the way Soculitherz provides absolute business truths which anyone interested in being more enterprising will value. There is even a highly useful and fully updated list of free websites provided that will give you all the additional know how to start your own business. It s a cracking read even if you don t want to escape the rat race and be free of bosses forever. Many people, now seen smiling knowingly, have bought and read the book just for its humour and satire. Join the cult of Soculitherz! Now is the time to consider being free from bosses forever.

Reviews

I've discovered a rare treat. A business book that's valuable and very funny too. When is the last time you read a business book that made you laugh out loud? Every month there seems to be scores of new books about different aspects of business. Very few focus on the special issues relating to running a business from home. And very, very few have ever made me laugh. This is an exception to the rule. Dave Sumner-Smith is the former Programme Director of Home Business Network and The telegraph Business Club.

Can I sue for emotional stress? OK Tony I am most displeased with you - you shouldn't have written such a funny book. Picture the scene - we are taking a family break down in Brighton and I have found a good deal at The Grand Hotel (swanky or what) One afternoon it is raining so I decide to have tea and a nice read in the lounge. I stupidly took 'Stripping for Freedom' (the forerunner of Freedom from Bosses Forever) with me and firstly had raised eyebrows from the waiter. Secondly and worst - I started laughing aloud so hard that it came out as a snort - v. embarrassing - other guests lowered their copies of the Telegraph and Wisden to look disapprovingly at me! Seriously it is so funny Tony.' Eva Davies, Owner of The Electric Zone.

Laughing out loud. I'm really enjoying reading this. Indeed my snort of laughter woke up a few sleeping travellers on a Brighton to Victoria train when I read the part about looking good being simply a matter of how well you tuck in your bits! Julie Stanford owns/designed 'The Essential Business Guide'

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A career in the PR and corporate communications industry is an increasingly desirable choice for many, and competition for every job is fierce. If the sector appeals to you, then you need to stay one step ahead of your peers. How are you going to get that all-important foot in the door? Will you find it easier to find a job if you have a degree in PR? What practical skills will you need to progress?

This comprehensive guide to finding and keeping the job you want will answer these questions and much, much more; packed with invaluable information and insider observations, it includes:

• A thorough overview of different PR sectors and disciplines
• An excellent step-by-step guide to creating an effective PR CV
• Helpful job application tips
• Indispensable advice on how best to represent yourself in an interview
• Top advice from leading industry figures
• A recommended reading list and directory of useful contacts

How To Get A Job In PR is the essential communications industry primer, which no aspiring PR should do without.

10% of this book’s royalties will be donated to the Taylor Bennett Foundation http://www.taylorbennettfoundation.org/

“There has never been a more exciting time to work in public relations. This book is a must read guide to finding your first job. Sarah has helped countless people start out and develop their careers and now wants to help you.”
Stephen Waddington, European Digital & Social Media Director at Ketchum & CIPR President 2014

“PR is on the up. While other industries shrank during the recession, PR grew, and grew strongly. Competition for that entry-level job is accordingly fierce -so if you want to break into PR, immerse yourself in this book. It’s an investment you’ll never regret.”
Francis Ingham, Director General, PRCA

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What impact could the growth of a small local church in the heart of the nail making district of Sidemoor, Bromsgrove hope to have? The Ebenezer Methodist Chapel was called to serve the nailmakers, “The White Slaves of England.” It became the focal point of the small community. The church provided education, social support and above all hope.

A chance discovery of a glass jar buried deep under the pulpit started the investigation. It contained architects original drawings, a leader’s personal Bible, and mortgage and conveyance deeds going back to 1833. More importantly, it revealed the amazing story of men of vision who served the community. “Nailed To The Cross is that story.

A detailed study and well referenced analysis of the social history and impact of the Ebenezer Methodist Church in Sidemoor, Bromsgrove. This book would interest students of the History of Religion and anyone interested in the history of Bromsgrove and Nail Making.