Claire Thompson

Abbie's True Colours is an inspiring narrative non-fiction book about the true meaning of pride, based on 12-year-old Abbie Jane, who wanted to create positive change in her community, in the face of bullying. You only see joyful and beautiful rainbows when you look up, so Abbie (now 15) started giving out free rainbow beads for shoelaces, so, like here, victims of bullying (who would often be looking down) could see the rainbows and know that they weren't alone. Her idea caught on and now, The Rainbow Shoelace Project has become a global movement!

"In Mindfulness in Bird Watching, Claire Thompson elegantly weaves a narrative full of her own delightfully documented encounters with birds in amongst sage guidance on using mindfulness to help readers become deeply aware of the present moment. Following Claire's clearly described exercises has the potential to lead one from mere identification to making deeply insightful observations into the life of birds." – British Trust of Ornithology Through personal anecdote and expert insight, Claire Thompson of BirdLife International invites us on a mindful journey through gardens, cities, open country, forests, coasts and mountains to enjoy and learn from the magnificent beauty and diversity of the avian world.Who has never gazed enviously at a bird soaring through the sky? Or delighted in the uplifting tunes of nature’s songsters? Birds can do wonders for our hearts and minds – if we simply pay them attention. With Mindfulness in Bird Watching, Claire Thompson reveals how the practice of mindfulness enriches our bird watching experiences – and explores how birds are, in turn, the ideal inspiration for the practice of mindfulness.Enjoy the magnificent diversity of colours, songs, flight patterns and behaviours displayed by birds while reaping the benefits of mindfulness:Increased concentrationIncreased creativityIncreased vitalityReduced stress and anxietyBetter overall physical and emotional well-beingBetter sleepBird flight is a symbol of freedom to soar through life without constraint, and mindfulness similarly enables us to invite freedom and happiness into our own lives.Find even more ways to practice mindfulness with the Mindfulness series: Mindfulness in Sound, Mindfulness in Drawing, Mindfulness in Knitting, Mindfulness & the Journey of Bereavement, Mindfulness of Work, Art of Mindful Singing, Art of Mindful Crafting, Mindfulness and Compassion, Mindfulness for Black Dogs & Blue Days, Mindfulness for Unraveling Anxiety, Practice of Mindful Yoga, The Mindful Man, Mindfulness and the Natural World and more.

This book examines the social inequalities relating to food insecurity in the UK, as well as drawing parallels with the US. Access to food in the UK, and especially access to healthy food, is a constant source of worry for many in this wealthy country. Crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have coincided with a steep rise in the cost of living, meaning household food insecurity has become a reality for many more households. This book introduces a new framework to examine the many influences on local-level food inequalities, whether they result from individual circumstances or where a person lives. The framework will allow researchers new to the field to consider the many influences on food security, and to support emerging research around different sub-topics of food access and food security. Providing a thorough background to two key concepts, food deserts and food insecurity, the book documents the transition from area-based framing of food resources, to approaches which focus on household food poverty and the rise of food banks. The book invites researchers to acknowledge and explore the ever changing range of place-based factors that shape experiences of food insecurity: from transport and employment to rural isolation and local politics. By proposing a new framework for food insecurity research and by drawing on real-world examples, this book will support academic and applied researchers as they work to understand and mitigate the impacts of food insecurity in local communities. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of food and nutrition security, public health, and sociology. It will also appeal to food policy professionals and policymakers who are working to address social inequalities and improve access to healthy and nutritious food for all.

This book examines the social inequalities relating to food insecurity in the UK, as well as drawing parallels with the US. Access to food in the UK, and especially access to healthy food, is a constant source of worry for many in this wealthy country. Crises, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have coincided with a steep rise in the cost of living, meaning household food insecurity has become a reality for many more households. This book introduces a new framework to examine the many influences on local-level food inequalities, whether they result from individual circumstances or where a person lives. The framework will allow researchers new to the field to consider the many influences on food security, and to support emerging research around different sub-topics of food access and food security. Providing a thorough background to two key concepts, food deserts and food insecurity, the book documents the transition from area-based framing of food resources, to approaches which focus on household food poverty and the rise of food banks. The book invites researchers to acknowledge and explore the ever changing range of place-based factors that shape experiences of food insecurity: from transport and employment to rural isolation and local politics. By proposing a new framework for food insecurity research and by drawing on real-world examples, this book will support academic and applied researchers as they work to understand and mitigate the impacts of food insecurity in local communities. This book will be of great interest to students and scholars of food and nutrition security, public health, and sociology. It will also appeal to food policy professionals and policymakers who are working to address social inequalities and improve access to healthy and nutritious food for all.

He's an arrogant, dominant badass...who finally meets his matchHank Seeley works through his rage over his ex's betrayal by using rent boys from an exclusive escort service, forcing submission whether it's wanted or not. When the service sends Avery Thompson rather than one of the usual twinks, Hank gets way more than he bargained for. To make ends meet, Avery, a brew master, takes a temporary job as a sex worker. When he's asked to meet with a customer who has developed a reputation for being too rough on the subs, Avery doesn't mind taking the gig. He's always up for a challenge. It doesn't take long for Avery to sense something deeply hidden beneath Hank's entitled, angry fa ade. The clash between the two men is immediate and intense, as is the attraction. Hank, used to being on top of the world, is overwhelmed by the upheaval taking place in his life, including the sexy bear of a man who is so different from anyone he's ever met. Turning the Tables is Book 2 of the Games of the Heart series. While it is a stand-alone novel, your experience will be enhanced if you read Book 1 - Dangerous Games.

When you play dirty games, the stakes are dangerously high ...Reese Armstrong is striving to get his life on track. He has started a new career, gotten a new apartment...now he has to figure out how to shake the guy who insists on controlling his every move. For years, Reese took part in the deviant bets orchestrated by his wealthy lover, Hank. He's told himself he's done with all that, but the terms of this latest bet are more than Reese can refuse. As head computer programmer at a software company, Luca Hartman's professional life is soaring. But his personal life is a lonely mess. When the hot new sales guy takes an interest in him, a world of possibility opens. But Luca's been burned before, and he's wary of the sudden attention. Why would Reese, who could have any man he wants, choose geeky, stuttering Luca? Is he truly sincere or should Luca be on the lookout for a string of malicious code?Disarmed and enchanted by the shy, brilliant Luca, Reese has to make a choice: reject Hank's dirty tactics or follow through and destroy the potential he sees with Luca. But even if Reese wants to be done with their dangerous games, Hank's not through with him...This is Book 1 of the Games of the Heart M/M series. Be sure to check out Book 2 - coming soon Turning the Tables.

A rogue who always gets what he wants

A passion hot enough to melt a glacier. A love that shakes them to the core... M/m m nage a trois passion at its most sizzling. The savage Antarctic winter is closing in, and three research scientists are scheduled for the last flight out - until an unexpected blizzard traps them in the compound. Thrown into a dangerous situation, the three of them turn to each other for survival, solace... and more.

There is no safeword here. You signed that away...Mark loves the rush of training novice slaves, bending them to his will as he teaches them the nuances and breathtaking power of erotic submission. There's nothing more powerful than breaking down a would-be sub girl and molding her into a fiery, passionate and courageous submissive.Jaime fantasizes about being bound in chains-the possession of a Master who takes what is due him, while cherishing her in return. When an offer comes to join a community that promises full immersion BDSM training, Jaime immediately accepts...but she is in no way prepared for the dark, wild ride that awaits her.No boundaries, no refusals, no hesitation, no safeword, no...love? Don't count on it... No Safeword is a BDSM Club Series novel. Where erotic submission is not only accepted, but demanded...

M/M/F m nage - Cassidy fights the lingering feelings for her ex, Ian. Still secretly, desperately in love with him, she settles for sharing a house and a business. Their lives are intertwined in every way--except the way she wants most. Fear of commitment drove Ian to push their romance into the friendship zone. But things become decidedly uncomfortable when sexy Scotsman Kye McClellan enters the picture. Ian is faced with the sudden prospect of losing the thing most precious to him. As both Cassidy and Ian succumb to Kyes charms, Cassidy begins to wonder if she can have all she's ever wanted...plus one. Then, just as things get white-hot, Kyes takes to his feet to avoid the burn. Ian and Cassidy are left with each other...and an even bigger missing piece than before. All they can do is trust that love will somehow bring their gypsy-hearted lover home again.

Powerful M/M BDSM, dark intrigue, dangerous desires... Out of work, out of love, and ready for adventure, Jace Thompson jumps at an opportunity to be a service sub at a private BDSM resort in the Florida Keys. As Jace works hard to please the dominant men he serves, he is challenged at every turn by a manipulative trainer who seems hell bent on his failure. Master Quinn has rules, and the most important is never to get involved with the service subs. But when he's asked to assess Jace for his submissive potential, the attraction between them is instant and scorching hot. Against a backdrop of lush tropical beauty and steamy passion, Jace and Quinn begin a secret, powerful exploration of Domination and submission. But Quinn's jealous ex-lover has other ideas. Hiding in the shadows, he weaves a tangled web of danger and deception, determined to catch Jace in its snare.

Despite his family's fierce disapproval and rejection, Johnny Wilson has become Dom Eric M ndez's submissive lover. The path of sexual self-discovery isn't easy, but having embraced his true nature, Johnny is hungry for more. Submissives have always been a dime a dozen to Eric, a man used to taking what, and who, he wants. Guys line up for the opportunity to kneel at his feet, to feel his whip and to obey his every command. Eric takes Johnny on an intense journey into erotic surrender and sensual control. But the inexperienced Johnny brings a new dimension to Eric's dominance-the element of love. Golden Man can be read and enjoyed as a stand-alone book. For more about Johnny and his journey, please read Golden Boy.

No safeword... No control... No turning back...What readers are saying - "Raw, gritty and as realistic as they come... Just amazing in every way " "One of the best BDSM books I've ever read... Five incredible stars "Alexis longs for the erotic training and punishment that The Compound promises. When the dungeon masters push her to the brink, every boundary is stripped away... except the one around her heart. Never get involved with a trainee. Master Paul has never violated his own rule. Until now...If you crave a smoldering mix of dark, edgy BDSM and hidden desires that combust into a firestorm of forbidden passion, you'll love The Compound.

Golden Boy, a BDSM classic, is reissued with a new BONUS CHAPTER at the end Johnny begins to come to terms with his sexual orientation after a friend opens his eyes to the world beyond his homophobic upbringing. Looking back, Johnny recognizes there were signs all his life that he was gay, but what about his dark fantasies of bondage, whips and domination? While at a club, Johnny spots a gorgeous man across the room and immediately feels the pull of the dark and dangerous, passionate sexual energy that is Eric Mendez. Frightened by his own reaction, and thinking he has nothing to offer a man like Eric, Johnny runs. And Eric pursues. Eric yearns to teach Johnny about love and erotic submission, but for Johnny, the price of accepting those gifts is high, maybe too high. His family, his job, the life he's always known, could all be forfeited if he follows his heart.