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At twelve-years-old, Persia Maxine had no way of knowing that fighting the community bully was how she'd meet her future husband, Damien Jordan. From childhood best friends to husband and wife, Persia believed she and Damien had an unbreakable bond. So, when things in their once blissful union begin to change, Persia is on the prowl for answers. When she discovers that Damien has betrayed her, forgiving him is not an option. Unbeknownst to Persia, Damien hides a dark side that she never imagined and she'll learn the hard way that Damien refuses to let her go. Read through these pages and discover how far Damien is willing to go to get his wife back.
The Freelancer's Guide to Worry-Free Finances: Gain Financial Control and Confidence While Being Your Own Boss
Octavia Ramirez
Independently Published
2019
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Stepping out to "do your own thing" is perhaps one of the most difficult, yet most fulfilling ways to work and create a living. It's no surprise that more and more creative Millennials across Canada are ditching their 9 to 5 jobs and looking to step into the adventure that is freelancing. Whether you're working full-time as a freelancer, looking to build and scale a small business, or simply looking to make some extra money through a side hustle, the freedom and flexibility that comes with being your own boss is drawing in more people than ever. As a freelancer, you're an entrepreneur - the CEO of your own organization. That means, ultimately, the full responsibility of your business rests solely on your ability to make and manage your money effectively. The last thing you want to experience is a surprise tax bill, or not being able to make rent, or maybe you want to eat something beyond Ramen noodles In this guide, you'll find simple yet powerful insights, information, and inspiration to help you navigate and manage both your personal and your freelance business finances. You'll get guidance on how to budget and pay off debt on an irregular income, how to transition into working for yourself full-time, what the difference is between a side hustle and a hobby, and how to work remotely from anyone in the world without messing up your income or sales tax reporting. Do what you love, and gain financial control and confidence while doing it INCLUDES: 1. Monthly Budgeting Template and 2. Debt Repayment Worksheet
Today best remembered as one of the three original founders of the National Trust, Octavia Hill was a pioneering social reformer whose work saw education and housing conditions improved for London's poor, saved Hampstead Heath from the bulldozers, and went towards setting out legislation for public access to green spaces. In this short essay, Hill sets out a clear, concise argument for public access to parks, and argues for the rights we now take for granted. Our Common Land is a forgotten part of our cultural history, and demonstrates exactly why the founders of the National Trust thought it was so important to preserve ancient buildings and estates for the public.
The cats are worried about the state of our planet Join Ozzy, Tibby, Leo and Mimi as they chat about what everyone can do to be more Green.With topics including recycling, litter-picking, energy conservation, up-cycling and more, this book can start many meaningful discussions. Whether read by a parent, care-giver or teacher, there are conversation-starting questions throughout, interspersed with a wonderful rhyming story.Adorable illustrations of the friendly cats, combine with real-life photography to create an eye-catching and engaging book. Sustainability is a subject that will become more important as children grow up, so introducing the concept in a light-hearted and fun way is sure to help form well-rounded, thoughtful individuals.From the best-selling author of Cats' Eye View of Lockdown and Cats' Eye View of Litter.
The cats are worried about the state of our planet Join Ozzy, Tibby, Leo and Mimi as they chat about what everyone can do to be more Green.With topics including recycling, litter-picking, energy conservation, up-cycling and more, this book can start many meaningful discussions. Whether read by a parent, care-giver or teacher, there are conversation-starting questions throughout, interspersed with a wonderful rhyming story.Adorable illustrations of the friendly cats, combine with real-life photography to create an eye-catching and engaging book. Sustainability is a subject that will become more important as children grow up, so introducing the concept in a light-hearted and fun way is sure to help form well-rounded, thoughtful individuals.From the best-selling author of Cats' Eye View of Lockdown and Cats' Eye View of Litter.
A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023: BIOGRAPHYThis Ragged Grace tells the story of Octavia's journey through recovery from alcohol addiction, and the parallel story of her father's descent into Alzheimer's. Looking back over this time, each of the seven chapters explores the feelings and experiences of the corresponding year of her recovery, tracing the shift in emotion and understanding that comes with the deepening connection to this new way of life. Over the course of this seven-year period, life continues to unfold. Paths are abandoned, people fall ill, waters get choppy, seemingly impossible things are navigated without the old fixes.As Octavia moves between London, the island of Stromboli, New York, Cornwall and Margate, each place offers something new but ultimately always delivers the same message: that wherever you go, you take yourself with you.
A WATERSTONES BEST BOOK OF 2023: BIOGRAPHYThis Ragged Grace tells the story of Octavia's journey through recovery from alcohol addiction, and the parallel story of her father's descent into Alzheimer's. Over the course of seven years life continues to unfold. Paths are abandoned, people fall ill, waters get choppy, seemingly impossible things are navigated without the old fixes. As Octavia moves between London, Stromboli, New York, Cornwall and Margate, each place offers something new but ultimately always delivers the same message: that wherever you go, you take yourself with you.
The world's best pocket book on the structure of poetry.
This beautifully illustrated journal is the perfect everyday companion to spark a little joy and creativity in your life, guided by positive messages and colourful illustrations.
Intimidated by AI? Not any more... this book reveals how to turn that diabolic digital overlord into your cleverest friend.101 Ways to Get the Best Out of Your Bot is the essential guide to making your chatbot work for you - whether you're writing wedding speeches, planning holidays, or asking for help with life's big questions (like "What's the best way to reheat pizza?").Packed with clever prompts and tips you'll actually use, this is your shortcut to using AI well (and without anyone knowing). This is the perfect secret companion for anyone who's ever typed "help me" into a text box. Whether you're a total technophobe or a seasoned AI user, this book is about banishing AI anxiety and learning how to harness its brilliant powers...
The origin story of Sidroc the Dane, a new standalone entry point into The Circle of Ceridwen Saga. Read first, read last, read between any of the Saga novels. But read it and learn how Sidroc became Sidroc.A discarded child Fated to become a powerful Jarl - here is the story of Sidroc.Fate guides the path of his father, Hrald, to his meeting with the woman whose son would help change the face of 9th century Angle-land. An ever-growing rivalry between Sidroc and his cousin Toki defines the boys' early years. Their young uncle, Yrling, knows success as a raider in far-off Angle-land, and trains his nephews in the ways of the warrior. Ahead of them is the perilous crossing of the North Sea, which stands between them and the plunder they seek. Once on the great island of Angle-land, hard fighting awaits, through which Sidroc rises to second in command in the war-band headed by Yrling. Then, at their captured Saxon stronghold, comes the young woman for whom Sidroc will one day change his life...Dovetailing into Book One, Sidroc the Dane is a new stand-alone entry point into the world of The Circle of Ceridwen Saga, a book to be savoured at any point on the journey.Enter the Circle here.
Young women with courage. Swords with names. Vikings with tattoos. Warfare. Passion. Survival. Sheep. And Other Good Things . . .It is the year 871, when England was Angle-Land. Of seven Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, five have fallen to the invading Vikings. No trait is more valued than loyalty, and no possession more precious than one's steel.Across this war-torn landscape travels fifteen year old Ceridwen, now thrust into the lives of the conquerors.Lost in the frozen woods, Ceridwen is discovered by the warriors accompanying young lfwyn, daughter of a Saxon lord, sold against her will in marriage as part of a peace treaty with a marauding Viking war chief. Their destination is the captured fortress of Four Stones, a ruin holding glittering treasure. There lfwyn must keep her vow and wed Yrling--and Ceridwen must do all she can to support her new friend in the rebuilding of the ravaged village and great hall.But living with the enemy affords Ceridwen unusual freedoms--and unlooked-for conflicts. Amongst them she explores again her own heathen past, and learns to judge each man on his own merits. Yrling's nephews Sidroc and Toki, both formidable warriors yet as different as night and day, compete to win Ceridwen for their own.Through both guile and goodness Ceridwen and lfwyn begin transforming the world of Four Stones. But the threat of full-scale war escalates, and a midnight party of furtive Danes delivers someone to Four Stones who destroys the girls' hopes of peace and contentment. Now Ceridwen must summon all her courage--a courage which will be sorely tested as she defies both Saxon and Dane and undertakes an extraordinary adventure to save a man she has never met.Book One of The Circle of Ceridwen Saga, the series called by The Historical Novel Society "Epic . . . immensely satisfying . . . an impressive achievement."
An uncontrolled passion. A heart-breaking decision. A battle that seals the Fate of all.Ninth-century Saxon England crumbles under the onslaught of a relentless foe - the Danish Vikings. Ceridwen, a young woman with divided loyalties, watches as the peace and plenty she enjoys at the Saxon stronghold of Kilton gives way to wary watchfulness. Her dearest friend, lfwyn, sold in marriage to a Dane in a desperate bid for peace, travels to Kilton and recounts the events that befell the fortress of Four Stones in captured Lindisse. But Ceridwen is also confronted by Sidroc, the Dane she ran from, and cannot forget. Ceridwen's life revolves around her beloved husband Gyric, rendered now unfit for battle and seemingly, for happiness. At the heart of Kilton is Gyric's brother Godwin, the young lord who struggles both against the Danish invaders and an unthinkable desire. Growing tensions between the brothers mirror the escalating threat to the Saxons from the Danes. The Fate of all at Kilton hangs in the balance at a single terrifying battle...Meticulously researched and thrillingly brought to life, here is Ceridwen of Kilton, Book Two of the historical adventure The Circle of Ceridwen Saga.Continue the saga: Ceridwen of Kilton.
How long can you fight Fate? How far must you go to claim what is yours?Sidroc the Dane has been in Angle-land for twelve years. The first nine were all hard fighting. He has won treasure beyond counting, and now peace for his men. But there is one thing he still desires: Ceridwen as his wife.Now Fate conspires to tear Ceridwen and Sidroc away from Angle-land. Thrust together amidst great danger and hardship they fight to survive -- and fight each other. Each day takes them farther from the loyalties and laws of the lands they have called home, and deeper into new challenges and opportunities. Ceridwen's ties to Kilton and all it represents are strong, yet Sidroc is steadfast in his claim to her. A rescued stranger stands between both of their desires, threatening to destroy all that Sidroc has worked and killed to preserve...Surrender to The Claiming
It is said that every man is haunted by one mistake...The year is 881. Ten years have passed since fifteen year old Ceridwen set out from her Priory home to make her own life. She has known love and loss, triumph and heartbreak. Yet the Circle which has moved about her is largely intact, although the counterpoint has changed, bringing with it the hope of renewed love. Ceridwen and Sidroc build their new lives together on the Baltic island of Gotland, where they are free and unknown. The bond between them, always strong even when years and wars separated them, deepens quickly into the profound and exquisite love that Sidroc had always claimed was their shared Fate.Their new island home is a place of peace and beauty. They make fast friends of the brew-house keeper Rannveig and her deaf son, Tindr, a young man who is both an expert hunter and deeply dedicated to the service of the Goddess Freyja.They work and plan for next year's sailing season, when they hope to send a shipment of rich goods to trade. They feel protected and safe -- until the shattering arrival of the one person they fear most in the world...Continue the Saga: The Hall of Tyr
Tindr is handsome, kind, and the best hunter on 9th century Gotland. He possesses a deep empathy with animals, which powers his reverence towards the game he takes to survive. But he is also deaf, which closes him off from the society that surrounds him - and seemingly, from finding love.Devoted parents and friends can't protect young Tindr from the bully who taunts him, from jealousy that turns murderous, or from the threat of surrender to the allure of the Lady of the Forest, who might destroy him.Tindr's haven is the greenwood. It is home not only to the rabbits he snares, and the stags and boar he takes with bow and arrow, but to a rare creature of unusual beauty, a source of deepening fascination and wonder in Tindr's life.His silent world alters dramatically at the arrival of two strangers on the island - the Welsh-Saxon Ceridwen, and the Danish warrior Sidroc. He finds a new and fulfilling life with them at Tyrsborg. But will he ever find a woman to love him?Tindr tells the story of this strange and haunting young hunter, living amidst a landscape of wild, wind-swept island beauty.Tindr's magic woods await you...
A Peace which must be defended. A vow which must be broken.It is the final decade of the ninth century. The Peace between Wessex and the Danes long-settled in the Danelaw erodes. A new onslaught of Danes attacks Angle-land, trying once and for all to destroy lfred.Ceric of Kilton, now a young man, travels across Kingdoms to visit his friend, Hrald of Four Stones - and to see Ashild, who he desires for his wife. But renewed hostilities threaten Ceric's hopes for deeper ties between strongholds.And hundreds of leagues away on the Baltic island of Gotland, Hrald's father Sidroc the Dane must defy his Gods.The revered Hammer of Thor. The sacred Cross of the Christians. And the conflict that pits two beliefs, two great war-chiefs, and three young people against each other.A New Generation Beckons You...