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The Great and the Small
Percy Brandston and Archibald Prescott are two men who lead lives that are poles apart. One is rich and discontented the other is poor but at peace with himself. One will achieve great happiness and fulfilment the other will die a death too horrible to contemplate. In this novel where stark reality and fantasy are intertwined, the reader is taken on a journey from the corridors of power to a council estate, from England to New Zealand and back again, in the company of a cast of larger-than-life characters, both human and supernatural. And if you thought you knew all there is to know about garden gnomes, you are gravely mistaken...
The Golding
'The Golding' is the sixth in Jan McCarthy's books for the English classroom, as well as for the home, in her 'Rainbow Tales' series. As an ex- secondary school English teacher, Jan writes with an educational purpose, as well as to entertain. In this book, 13-year-old Essex girl Kelly Hoskins finds she has a special power and learns how to handle it.
A Trick of the Light
Trick of the Light is the second book in the series The Gnome Trilogy by Birmingham-born Jan McCarthy, whose gothic short story Red Branwen made her a finalist for the 2011 Asham Literary Award. The Gnome Trilogy puts the author squarely within the genre of magical realism. In the first of the series, The Great and the Small (pub. Xlibris 2014), the reader was introduced to a motley crew of human characters - some whom you would want as your friends and some you would stay well away from - and to their magical friends: live garden Gnomes who are seeking to re-establish a working relationship with good humans in order to save Planet Earth. Meet Archie Prescott - a humble man with a heart of g...
A Home for Butrus
This charming story of a brave cat and his journey to find a happy home is the last in Jan McCarthy's series of 7 'Rainbow Tales' for children and the English classroom. Butrus the ginger cat, who also appears in Jan's series 'The Gnome Trilogy' goes through many trials to reach his destination: the Sussex home of a talented and kind-hearted vet, Mr. Bashir.
A Month on the Run
A hybrid book that speaks to the dreamer, the planner, the journaler, and the note taker, "A Month On The Run" has been thoughtfully curated and crafted, giving you a place to host creative mind sessions, plan, dream, record, draw, take notes, learn and be challenged. You will love the small size that makes it perfect for tossing in your handbag and up to 31 days of inspiration over the course of the month. You can also personalize the cover to reflect your dreams and intentions! Makes a perfect gift for yourself or others!
The Time of the Rains
Jan McCarthy has collecting quite a following with her first two novels 'The Great and the Small' and 'A Trick of the Light', and this latest work of magical-eco-realism should cement interest in her imaginative and unique writing.
Sunrise, Sunset
'Sunrise, Sunset' is the latest in Jan McCarthy's series 'Rainbow Tales': seven books for children and young people in which the author draws on her language teaching expertise to help them improve reading and writing skills as well as to entertain. The hero Marty Gibbons, his family and friends are strong characters whose love and sense of humour drive a heartwarming, inspiring tale of finding your special talent and learning how to develop it.
No More Rainbows
No More Rainbows is the 4th in Jan McCarthy's Rainbow Tales: a series of books for upper primary/lower secondary school pupils and their teachers, as well as parents/carers and children reading at home. Jan's background in English and PSHE teaching informs every line. This funny, heartwarming story is also written with grammar, vocabulary, and every aspect of children's learning about the use of the English language.
Classic Elite Knits
For over 25 years, knitters have relied on premium-quality yarns and patterns from Classic Elite, one of the country's most respected leaders in the knitting industry. Now, Classic Elite Knits gathers a wide variety of their very best designs in one superbly packaged collection. One hundred different, easy-to-follow patterns are included for such essentials as sweaters, hats, and gloves for women, children, and men, as well as accessories such as bags, purses, and scarves. Completely contemporary but crafted to remain stylish for years to come, the patterns are presented in myriad sizes and spotlight the work of such beloved designers as Melissa Leapman, Annie Modesitt, Michele Rose Orne, and Kathy Zimmerman. And the book will appeal to all skill levels: beginners and intermediates will be challenged to expand their repertoires while experts will find plenty of patterns to keep their fingers happy.
History of Early Childhood Education
History of Early Childhood Education presents a thorough and elegant description of the history of early childhood education in the United States. This book of original research is a concise compendium of historical literature, combining history with the prominent and influential theoretical background of the time. Covering historical threads that reach from ancient Greece and Rome to the early childhood education programs of today, this in-depth and well-written volume captures the deep tradition and the creative knowledge base of early care and education. History of Early Childhood Education is an essential resource for every early childhood education scholar, student, and educator.
