Showing posts with label Adventures of Cecilia Spark. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Adventures of Cecilia Spark. Show all posts
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Ngaire Elder: WORLD BOOK DAY 2014 - 06th March
Ngaire Elder: WORLD BOOK DAY 2014 - 06th March: This is my first ever involvement in a World Book Day celebration and I am delighted to be part of the literary festivities at St Anthon...
Sunday, December 15, 2013
THE ADVENTURES OF CECILIA SPARK: - The Mystical Mountains of Terra - My Review - Kindle edition FREE today and tomorrow 16 Dec 2013
THE ADVENTURES OF CECILIA SPARK:
The Mystical Mountains of Terra
written by Ngaire Elder illustrated by Peter Maddocks
My review:
An enchanting story in the magical world of children.
Senorita Favorita needs Cecilia’s help to reverse a spell
cast by the evil sorcerer, Magus, upon Orson, changing the boy into a mouse,
who was given the name Soldier. Senorita Favorita needs the Scepter of Malvado,
which is being guarded by the Keeper in the mystical mountains of Terra. However, time is of the essence, since the
quest must be completed before the total eclipse of the sun in two days’ time.
Cecilia faces new challenges as the ten-year-old arrives at
the Sandscape Coast with Soldier, her guide to the Kingdom of Malvado. They come upon Ractus the Armadillo who once
knew Orson. The hearty trio must survive
the Mangrove Swamp, defeat Pyrbrok and escape the beast’s lair before reaching
the mystical mountains where they encounter the Keeper, hoping to retrieve the
scepter.
Does Cecilia complete her quest in time? Does Orson become a boy once again? No spoilers here.
Children of all ages will enjoy this story, which has all
the elements necessary for a wonderful adventure. The author delves into the mindset of a
child, sharing with the reader every emotion experienced on such a quest. Excitement, anxiety, perseverance to never
give up - this story has it all. I look
forward to reading more stories by this author.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Literary treat: Children's author Ngaire Elder, writer of The Adventures of Cecilia Spark, visited Seeley Primary School, Sherwood
Pupils hear character's exploits told by author
| Posted: November 06, 2013
Literary treat: Children's author Ngaire Elder, writer of The Adventures of Cecilia Spark, visited Seeley Primary School, Sherwood, this week. A natural storyteller, her love of animals is reflected in her work. Born in Glasgow, as a child she wrote plays just for fun. She is pictured reading extracts of her book to Seeley youngsters Lauryn Powell and Dermot Burke, both aged ten.
Read more: http://www.nottinghampost.com/Pupils-hear-character-s-exploits-told-author/story-20038656-detail/story.html#ixzz2kXa8yqzi
Amazon UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ngaire-Elder/e/B006VXOUN8/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1
Amazon US
http://www.amazon.com/Ngaire-Elder/e/B006VXOUN8/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_pop_1
Friday, October 25, 2013
Mark Barry's Carla in the spotlight
http://adventuresofceciliaspark.blogspot.com/2013/10/mark-barrys-carla-has-facelift.html
Mark Barry's Carla Has a Facelift!
Later, fifteen years
passed writing bids (downloading a record £20m in funding) before the
inevitable mid-life soul-search. Result? A switch in focus.
Surfing the new wave
of Independent publishing, he used his undoubted talent to write several
novels, including the acclaimed Carla, the quirky Hollywood Shakedown, and cult
favourite Ultra Violence.
Mark has been
interviewed on several radio chat shows where he has given readings of his
work. His writing has been featured in
the national press, and he has also been interviewed on television.
Cult novel Carla, is an introspective, moody and chilling romance novel with its roots firmly grounded in the work of the great pulp writers of the fifties, particularly Jim Thompson, to whom the book is dedicated.
It is a book for adults and for those who have lived through the occasionally bloody battlefields that are the relationships between men and women.
It is suitable for men and women who enjoy good writing and a book which involves the senses. The book may also interest those in mixed age relationships (in either role) or those who suffer (or is related to someone who suffers from) Borderline Personality Disorder.
Paperback: The paperback in particular is striking looking and with Kindle Match, you can get a FREE e-copy so you never have to bend the cover. It is perfect for coffee tables and bookshelves, with a glorious looking spine. The typeface is an easy reading font and there is plenty of clear cream space. It's an easy, fast paced page turner which doesn't overstay its welcome and leaves, according to reviewers, a lasting imprint on the consciousness.
So far, the book has gained 17 5* reviews and a cult following. Comments from people who have read the book appear all over the Net.
EVERY single review of Carla, whether the reader likes the theme or not, has commented on the quality of the writing. This second edition has been even further improved by micro-editing and the book raises the Indie standard further.
The Carla paperback is an ideal present. Small, compact and able to fit in a clasp bag, it is ideal for Secret Santa, beach holidays, air travel and christmas/birthday gifts. It is also cheap enough to buy as a spontaneous present for someone you like. (Or love).
Buy if you like: love stories, strong writing, emotion, psychology, ambivalent characters; reality fiction; thought provoking, quirky, innovative books; sad romance; black humour and stories which feature stories within stories.
It is set in the beautiful middle English town of Southwell and interested readers can follow the John and Carla to the footstep.
Back matter: Borderline Personality Disorder sufferer and released mental patient, John Dexter, falls in love with Carla, a fresh- faced environmental student and part-time barmaid, the first time he sees her. He should walk away, he knows he should, but he doesn’t. He can’t.
And by falling in love, he sets off a chain of events, which are at first, heart-warming and inspirational, and then bleak and horrifying.
The origins of Carla, complete with the original cover, may be found here:
http://greenwizardcarla.blogspot.co.uk/2013/02/green-wizard-5-carla-reprise-i-wrote.html
Secret Snippets:
The Story Behind the Story! -
http://greenwizardcarla.blogspot.co.uk/2013/02/green-wizard-5-carla-reprise-i-wrote.html
Mark Barry's Carla Has a Facelift!
Mark Barry has been
a writer since childhood.
Mark lives in
Southwell, likes music, horse-racing and collecting books. He fanatically
follows Notts County FC and is the father of one son, Matt. He is the owner of Green
Wizard Publishing, and interviews authors on his interview blog, the Wizard's
Cauldron.
Cult novel Carla, is an introspective, moody and chilling romance novel with its roots firmly grounded in the work of the great pulp writers of the fifties, particularly Jim Thompson, to whom the book is dedicated.
It is a book for adults and for those who have lived through the occasionally bloody battlefields that are the relationships between men and women.
It is suitable for men and women who enjoy good writing and a book which involves the senses. The book may also interest those in mixed age relationships (in either role) or those who suffer (or is related to someone who suffers from) Borderline Personality Disorder.
Paperback: The paperback in particular is striking looking and with Kindle Match, you can get a FREE e-copy so you never have to bend the cover. It is perfect for coffee tables and bookshelves, with a glorious looking spine. The typeface is an easy reading font and there is plenty of clear cream space. It's an easy, fast paced page turner which doesn't overstay its welcome and leaves, according to reviewers, a lasting imprint on the consciousness.
So far, the book has gained 17 5* reviews and a cult following. Comments from people who have read the book appear all over the Net.
EVERY single review of Carla, whether the reader likes the theme or not, has commented on the quality of the writing. This second edition has been even further improved by micro-editing and the book raises the Indie standard further.
The Carla paperback is an ideal present. Small, compact and able to fit in a clasp bag, it is ideal for Secret Santa, beach holidays, air travel and christmas/birthday gifts. It is also cheap enough to buy as a spontaneous present for someone you like. (Or love).
Buy if you like: love stories, strong writing, emotion, psychology, ambivalent characters; reality fiction; thought provoking, quirky, innovative books; sad romance; black humour and stories which feature stories within stories.
It is set in the beautiful middle English town of Southwell and interested readers can follow the John and Carla to the footstep.
Back matter: Borderline Personality Disorder sufferer and released mental patient, John Dexter, falls in love with Carla, a fresh- faced environmental student and part-time barmaid, the first time he sees her. He should walk away, he knows he should, but he doesn’t. He can’t.
And by falling in love, he sets off a chain of events, which are at first, heart-warming and inspirational, and then bleak and horrifying.
The origins of Carla, complete with the original cover, may be found here:
http://greenwizardcarla.blogspot.co.uk/2013/02/green-wizard-5-carla-reprise-i-wrote.html
Secret Snippets:
http://greenwizardcarla.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/carla-second-edition-is-out.html
http://greenwizardcarla.blogspot.co.uk/2013/10/first-chapters-first-three-chapters-of.htmlThe Story Behind the Story! -
http://greenwizardcarla.blogspot.co.uk/2013/02/green-wizard-5-carla-reprise-i-wrote.html
Friday, September 20, 2013
Ngaire Elder spotlight: Ready To Roxx With Bill Jones, Jr.
http://adventuresofceciliaspark.blogspot.com/2013/09/ready-to-roxx-with-bill-jones-jr.html
Ready To Roxx With Bill Jones, Jr.
Excerpt from Hard As Roxx written by Bill Jones, Jr.:
The sniper remained in the shadows from whence he'd taken the first shot, the one that had almost penetrated her skin, almost breached her skull and into her brain. He'd made his first mistake. His back was turned. The old man sat, 9mm pistol still in hand, smiling as his dogs played with their new toy. As she bounced within the group, Jazz kicked up a cloud of dust, managing to aim it at the old man's head before she was jerked to a stop by one of her captors. Cheng cursed and grabbed at his eyes, which were watering from the dirt. At his feet lay a dead African, his throat wide. Jazz's knife lay next to him.
Roxx smiled. That's my girl.
What readers are saying about Bill Jones, Jr.'s writing (Amazon):
~ This is a must read. The collection of short stories all hold these traits: clear and concise writing, engaging plots, and well developed and colorful cast of characters.Each story has individuality that makes this book a great read. (The Juice and Other Stories).
Ready To Roxx With Bill Jones, Jr.
Bill Jones, Jr. was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in southern Virginia. He is a novelist, poet, photographer, father, and life coach, along with other things he does for money rather than love. Bill wrote his first two novels in 3 months. Since then, he has published 4 novels and a short story collection, and has two more novels currently in development.
On those rare days he's not working at his Lockheed Martin day job, or his writing night job, Bill can be found under a Nikon, shooting whatever there is. On the very best days, his photos end up as a scene in a book. He likes cheese.
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| Author, Bill Jones, Jr. |
Roxx's head throbbed. She didn't need to touch it to know there would be a deep purple bruise atop an ugly knot in the middle of her forehead. She would need to wear bangs for a week after this. She was sitting in the dirt, but apparently had not been for long, as the crowd of men had not left. Her chest hurt, and she likely had a broken sternum from the pistol slug, but otherwise, she was intact. The air was thick with smells. To her immediate right, where the Dead Men stood, the air was heavy with sweat, adrenaline, and fervor. Their eyes were hungry, and they surrounded her daughter like starving jackals. The girl bounced in their midst, still fighting, never taking her eyes off her mom, distracting the Dead Men in their fevered heat. These weren't soldiers and not well trained. None had checked Roxx's pulse and none were watching.
The sniper remained in the shadows from whence he'd taken the first shot, the one that had almost penetrated her skin, almost breached her skull and into her brain. He'd made his first mistake. His back was turned. The old man sat, 9mm pistol still in hand, smiling as his dogs played with their new toy. As she bounced within the group, Jazz kicked up a cloud of dust, managing to aim it at the old man's head before she was jerked to a stop by one of her captors. Cheng cursed and grabbed at his eyes, which were watering from the dirt. At his feet lay a dead African, his throat wide. Jazz's knife lay next to him.
Roxx smiled. That's my girl.
What readers are saying about Bill Jones, Jr.'s writing (Amazon):
~ I fell in love with the characters, but more so the imagery created by Mr Jones. I felt like I was in a movie and could see everything clearly and even hear the sounds and feel the air... fantastic book... I think this will be a classic! (The Stream: Discovery)
~ The plot is captivating and smart, and I found the imagery and dialogue to be so strong in this wonderful story that both young adults and adults will be swept away (The Stream: Discovery)
~ This is a must read. The collection of short stories all hold these traits: clear and concise writing, engaging plots, and well developed and colorful cast of characters.Each story has individuality that makes this book a great read. (The Juice and Other Stories).
~ Author, Bill Jones Jr, has a wonderful ability to pull you into an adventure with people of all ages ...Bill wove into his story many golden threads with love, acceptance, perseverance in difficult times, innocence and innocence lost, problem solving and so very much more. (The Stream: Awakening).
US Amazon Link: http://www.amazon.com/Hard-as-Roxx-ebook/dp/B00EL1YP6Y
UK Amazon Link:
Barnes and Noble Link - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/hard-as-roxx-bill-jones-jr/1116560434?ean=9781492127994
You can find Bill on the web at his writing blog:
or
on his Facebook page.
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