David Hill is a New Zealand author, particularly celebrated for his young adult fiction. His prose often delves into themes of adolescence and the search for identity, with a writing style noted for its honesty and keen sense of detail. Hill frequently explores the complex emotional landscapes of his characters with empathy and insight. Beyond his fiction, he is also a skilled journalist whose articles appear in prominent newspapers.
Chapters devoted to each of the five auspices: in-character artifacts, Gifts, rites, lodges and new Auspice Aspects. A Storytelling chapter dedicated to discussing how best to use auspice in your game from both a practical and theoretical perspective, as well as discussion on creating new auspices and new Gifts. A series of Storytelling Adventure System scenes meant to serve as "auspice challenges" - these scenes are bound to different auspices and can be dropped into your games to highlight the importance of one's moon.
The journey of Jacinda, who aspired to be a clown but was inspired to make a difference after witnessing her peers in need, unfolds in this true story. Despite facing skepticism from others, her determination led her to become the Prime Minister of New Zealand and the youngest female leader globally. This inspiring tale highlights her trailblazing spirit and the impact one individual can have on the world, brought to life by an award-winning author and illustrator duo.
An extraordinary narrative history of the First Fleet, by the bestselling author of The Forgotten Children. Never before or since has there been an experiment quite as bold as this. Set against the backdrop of Georgian England with its peculiar mix of elegance, prosperity, progress and squalor, the story of the First Fleet is one of courage, of short-sightedness, of tragedy but above all of extraordinary resilience. It is also, of course, the story of the very first European Australians, reluctant pioneers who travelled into the unknown - the vast majority against their will - in order to form a colony by order of the King's government. Separated from loved ones and travelling in cramped conditions for the months-long journey to Botany Bay, they suffered the most unbearable hardship on arrival on Australian land where a near-famine dictated that rations be cut to the bone. But why was the settlement of New South Wales proposed in the first place? Who were the main players in a story that changed the world and ultimately forged the Australian nation? How did the initial skirmishes with the indigenous population break out and how did the relationship turn sour so quickly? Using diaries, letters and official records, David Hill artfully reconstructs the experiences of these famous and infamous men and women of history, combining narrative skill with an eye for detail and an exceptional empathy with the people of the past.
Award-winning original fiction for learners of English. At seven levels, from
Starter to Advanced, this impressive selection of carefully graded readers
offers exciting reading for every student's capabilities.
The evolution of a significant UK cultural consultancy and festival producer unfolds through the insights of its Founding Director. This narrative offers valuable lessons and experiences for individuals and organizations aiming to establish or enhance their arts businesses, making it an essential read for those in the cultural sector.
Simon leidet an Muskelschwund. Er begegnet der unheilbaren Krankheit ohne Selbstmitleid. Seiner Situation bewusst, ist er genauso albern wie seine Mitschüler, spielt im Rollstuhl Fussball und steht auf Mädchen.
Niemand weiß wirklich, woher Michael kommt und wer seine Eltern sind. Eines
Tages wachsen Michael Flügel und sein Leben verändert sich schlagartig. Der
Junge wird in Krankenhäusern und Forschungskliniken untersucht, ehe er
schließlich in völliger Isolation auf einer einsamen Insel landet. Wird
Michael je ein normales Leben führen können?
