This book is a varied, lively collection of non-fiction stories from working language teachers.'We are the stories we tell ourselves.' This book is a varied collection of non-fiction stories from working language teachers. It aims to show the highs and lows of our profession, and to make the valuable work that we do visible.These stories are sad, reflective, funny - and can each be read in one sitting. Want to take a look over the edge? Views: 437
Del, a young city gardener, must rely on a simple good nature to deal with thorns botanical and human. By the author of The Mighty Roman and the short story "Lawrence."In this story by the author of The Mighty Roman, previously published in the magazine THEMA, a young city gardener must rely on a simple good nature to deal with thorns botanical and human. With bonus "Peanuts" reference. Views: 426
The only thing standing in the way of one perfect life is her torturous past. Invited to speak for the United Nations, International Attorney Ashe Marcille is on the fast track. However, everything changes when she finds her law partner dead. Left with no option but to abandon her hard-earned career, she goes on the run. Walker Knight, owner of a high-tech security firm, left the spy games years ago. A former agent for J8, he had no intention of returning to that life until the agency calls in one last favor. It should have been an easy job—pick up then drop off a lawyer with no questions asked. But, best laid plans... Attracted to the attorney from the minute he laid eyes on her, Walker sets out to solve her case. Until he can figure out who wants her dead, he'll have to keep her close...very close. Views: 423
Escaping government-sanctioned flooding, obsessing over camera-equipped drones, violently mourning a lost brother, discovering a new passion in fencing, watching a wildfire consume a whole town: the stories in Lands and Forests survey the emotional landscapes of women and men whose lives, though rooted deeply in the land and their small communities, are still rocked by great cultural change. These are raw, honest character studies reminiscent of the work of Alexander MacLeod and Lisa Moore, but with a style and energy all their own. Views: 396
