The Wild Heavens
- 274 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A graceful and compelling first novel that pays tribute to the magic and unfathomable mystery of the natural world.
Sarah Butler Books
Sarah Butler's debut novel offers an intimate and introspective exploration of the complexities of human connection. Her work delves into the depths of the human psyche, tenderly portraying the inner lives of characters grappling with meaning and belonging in the contemporary world. Butler focuses on themes of love, loss, and the search for identity, crafting a style that is both poetic and piercingly real. This first novel has garnered international acclaim, translated into numerous languages, attesting to the universal resonance of her storytelling.
All Starling has ever known is a nomadic existence, travelling in a camper van with Mar, her strong-willed mother. But one morning, without explanation, Mar leaves and doesn't come back. Starling must learn to survive without her mother and build a life on her own terms - but can she ever find a place where she truly belongs?
A moving, funny and uplifting novel about an elderly couple, the son who is trying desperately to care for them and the young woman who will change their lives forever
Before the Fire. Die Nacht brennt, englische Ausgabe
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
It's June, 2011. Stick and Mac are a couple of months shy of 18; summer's approaching, and they're about to leave their north Manchester estate for the beaches of southern Spain. But the night before they're planning to go, Mac ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time, the victim of a random knife attack, and suddenly Stick's going nowhere. His mum doesn't want him to leave the house; his dad's desperate to be his best friend; and his nan's boyfriend keeps telling him Mac's doing just fine in the spirit world. Then he meets J, and she might just be everything he needs. Except she's a firebrand with a grudge against the police, and the August riots are just around the corner.
Ten Things I've Learnt About Love
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
`This poignant novel about fathers and daughters is also a love letter to London... A moving, life-affirming debut.' Marie Claire
Before the Fire
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
It's June 2011. Stick and Mac are a couple of months shy of eighteen; summer's approaching and they're about to leave their north Manchester estate for the beaches of southern Spain. But the night before they're planning leave, Mac ends up in the wrong place at the wrong time, the victim of a random knife attack, and suddenly Stick's going nowhere.
Personal affirmations serve as a powerful tool for self-discovery and self-acceptance, allowing individuals to recognize their inherent worth and contributions to the world. This book encourages readers to craft their own affirmations, fostering a deeper understanding of their unique qualities and the positive impact they have on those around them. Through this process, readers can cultivate a sense of gratitude and appreciation for themselves and their place in the world.
Polyvagal Theory in the Classroom
A Guide to Empower Educators and Support Dysregulated Children and Young People
- 154 pages
- 6 hours of reading
Focusing on the nervous system's response to safety and threat, this guide delves into polyvagal theory and its implications for understanding children's behaviors during emotional distress in educational settings. It offers insights into how this theory can be applied to support young people, making it a valuable resource for educators and caregivers aiming to foster emotional well-being in schools.
Polyvagal theory provides a breakdown of how the nervous system responds and reacts to unconscious messages of safety and threat. This accessible guide explores polyvagal theory and its potential for fully understanding and supporting the behaviours of children and young people in emotional distress at school.
