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On 21 July 1942, a large Japanese reconnaissance mission landed along the north-eastern coastline of Papua. It would soon turn into an all-out attempt to capture Port Morseby. This is the powerful story of the three weeks of battle by a small Australian militia force, the 39th Battalion, supported by the 1st Papua Infantry Battalion and the Royal Papuan Constabulary, to keep the Japanese at bay. Outnumbered by at least three to one, they fought courageously to hold the Kokoda Plateau - the gateway to the Owen Stanleys. 

In the mist-shrouded town of Stonebridge, secrets don’t stay buried. They rise. When the body of Laura Fletcher is discovered near the tranquil edges of Lake Briar, Detective Eliza Stone is called into a case that will shatter the illusion of small-town peace. Laura, the beloved wife of a powerful local studio owner, had been preparing to expose her husband’s darkest truths. Instead, she wound up silenced forever. But Eliza has a gift: she listens to the things people don’t say.

Sealed Fate is a sweeping, emotionally-charged sci-fi epic that explores the collapse of civilization and the fragile hope that lingers in its wake. With poetic prose and cinematic imagery, this novel blends the loneliness of deep space with the intimate grief of lost identity. Fans of character-driven science fiction, cosmic horror, and philosophical storytelling will find themselves immersed in a narrative as vast and unforgiving as the universe itself.

The Moondial has been broken and the Stones of Power scattered. The Laws are failing and the future is thrust into the hands of teenager, Peter Calender. He has been tested and been close to death but discovered an inner strength he did not know he possessed. On his journey, he has found friendship, discovered that magic is more than a part of fairy tales, and been hunted by forces of unimaginable evil. His life will never return to the innocence of childhood, and his passage into adulthood is unlike any other.

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Detailing the development of the prison and its outlying stations, including its dreaded coal mines and providing an account of the changing views to convict rehabilitation, Convict-era Port Arthur focuses in on a number of individuals, telling the story through their eyes. Charles O'Hara Booth...

Becoming a hero is one thing, but when Peter McAdam takes on the case of a missing teacher, he enters a world of danger, deceit and duplicity. With an odd assortment of allies, can he save the girl and save himself? All the time this story within a story plays out, puzzles are solved, but new ones emerge in a fast-paced mystery thriller. Set mainly in the north of England in the 1980s, this gritty tale matches the urban landscape and times.

Within 24 hours of the Japanese invasion of Northern New Guinea at Gona in July 1942, the Australian militiamen of ‘B’ Company, 39th Battalion, spent four weeks fighting a delaying action against a crack Japanese force outnumbered by three to one. By mid-August, the rest of the battalion had arrived, and these men took up a position at Isurava, in the heart of the cloud-covered mountains and jungles of the Owen Stanley Range. The battle for Isurava would be the defining battle of the Kokoda Campaign and has rightfully been described as Australia’s Thermopylae.

Everyone told him he needed a holiday. His life had fallen apart around him. His marriage had failed, and he had been dishonourably discharged from the military. He needed to recharge his batteries and make a new start and a break on the Costa Blanca was the opportunity to re-set his life. Two weeks of relaxing, enjoying the sun, and having a few drinks was just what the doctor ordered. It started so well. How was he to know that this was the prelude to the vacation from hell? He soon becomes enmeshed in murder and intrigue, and meets a beautiful young woman.

Unlock the mysteries of Oak Island with Secrets in the Shadows: Oak Island Conspiracy Theories. This thrilling collection features over 20 captivating mini-stories that delve into the perplexing legends, hidden treasures, and conspiracies surrounding one of the most mysterious sites on Earth. For centuries, Oak Island has intrigued explorers, treasure hunters, and conspiracy theorists alike. What secrets are buried beneath its surface? Is there a treasure trove waiting to be discovered, or is something far darker hidden in the depths?

For decades, the Bermuda Triangle has been one of the world’s most baffling mysteries, a region where ships vanish without a trace, planes disappear from radar, and strange phenomena defy explanation. What is really happening in these treacherous waters? Secrets in the Shadows: Bermuda Triangle Conspiracy Theories dives deep into over 20 gripping mini-stories that explore the eerie disappearances and mind-bending theories surrounding this enigmatic stretch of ocean. Could the Bermuda Triangle be home to an underwater alien base? Is it a gateway to another dimension?

Secrets in the Shadows: Historical Conspiracy Theories takes you on a captivating journey through some of the most mysterious and puzzling events in history. From the tragic death of Julius Caesar to the unsolved disappearance of the Franklin Expedition, this book delves into the conspiracy theories that challenge the accepted narrative and question the forces that have shaped our world.

In the shattered remnants of a once-proud civilization, powerful forces manipulate the last free minds through lies woven so tightly they feel like destiny. At the heart of the chaos stands Alex Harper—a survivor, a rebel, and a man haunted by the ghosts of choices he can’t undo. When he uncovers a conspiracy that could erase free will itself, Alex is thrust into a race against time, hunted by those who will stop at nothing to protect the illusion of peace.

Step into the hidden layers of society with Secrets in the Shadows: Social and Cultural Conspiracy Theories. This intriguing collection brings you over 20 compelling mini-stories that unravel the whispered secrets, shadowy plots, and controversial theories that have shaped cultures and societies across the globe.

Delve into the shadowy world of political intrigue with Secrets in the Shadows: Political Conspiracy Theories. This gripping collection features over 20 thought-provoking mini-stories that explore the hidden agendas, covert operations, and mysterious events that have shaped political landscapes across history.

It had all seemed so easy. Peter just entered the garden of the old house and his world changed for ever. He found himself part of a desperate struggle to save the Seven Worlds from the breaking of the Moondial and the failing of the Laws that brought order to the lives of those who dwell on each of these worlds. Peter struggles to come to terms with his role in these strange lands, where it is prophesied he will find the seven Stones of Power and restore the Moondial.

A collection of tales and anecdotes about growing up in the north of England during the 1950s and 60s that tell of a time of change. The warmth and joy of suburban family life, sibling rivalry, and schooling demonstrate the universal challenges of childhood told in a humorous and compelling read. The arrival of youth culture, technology, social challenges, and growing independence impacted families and society, and many experiences have disappeared and been replaced, but much remains the same.

Heavy rock music dominates society both as entertainment and competition. The Battle of the Bands is the opportunity for local rivalries to come to the fore. The winners reap the glory and the losers suffer the consequences. One band has stood the test of time, Insatt and the Saters, but trouble is brewing, secrets are discovered, and the chasm that is growing puts the world in danger.

Powerfully written by Australia's leading military historian, Saving Port Moresby commemorates the 80th Anniversary of the Battles in New Guinea. Japanese Major General Horii Tomitarō, commanding the South Seas Force, was tasked, after taking Kokoda Plateau in late July, with entering the Owen Stanley Range to capture Port Morseby. After the battles for Deniki and Isurava, his troops were pushing south through the mountains. The Australians under Brigadier Arnold Potts, however, were not in route, but were involved in a determined fighting withdraw.

Mysterious warning messages are appearing on the blackboards at Wickergate Primary School, in northern England. They appear when the classrooms are locked and unoccupied, and warn that the new head, Mrs. Killfeather is a witch. Ashley must face his own demons, as he tries to solve the mystery of who the Phantom Scribe is and what he wants Ashley to do. More accustomed to facing dangers in a book, Ashley must face supernatural challenges where no one is to be trusted. The cost of failure is unimaginable horror on a personal and global scale.