Hyam - The cat who talked too much

Narrator - Pamela Douglas

Author - Pamela Douglas

Genre - Poetry

These are the tales of a cat – a very special cat in fact , he is a theatrical cat , a fastidious cat , a funny cat but most of all an adored cat.

Most famous for talking himself out of a part at an audition for a West End production - for he is an actor. Here he tells his own story in a series of delightfully read poems, a pleasure for all age groups. Follow his adventures as he takes us on his travels through the ins and outs of theatre life and his many escapades as a sophisticated actor, a country puss and a much loved family pet.

Blessed with a sense of humor and an abounding love of people, "Hyam The Cat who Talked Too  Much", will capture your imagination and steal your heart.

VILLAGE FOLK AUDIOBOOKS

Narrator - Martin Jarvis

Author - Andrew Segal

Genre - Children's

Read by actor Martin Jarvis narrator of the famous for the Just William audio books this is the first in a series of audio books specially designed for anytime listening for children of 5 – 7 years old.

With every verse written in rhyme they are already finding a place as helping youngsters learn insight into courage , individuality and self confidence.

All the storys have a message of core values of Love and Understanding; while the overcoming of fears and self-doubt as the main themes, are supported throughout.

in the first Clarissa finds she is able to fly on the flying trapeze, despite her earlier fears and Majesty the Magician first loses then recovers his adored Bunnikins while Roberto the Robot through the friendship of a little girl, learns to smile and talk although his face is made of steel.

The Companion Printed books are available from www.villagefolkbooks.com or all good book shops .

CRY DESTINY

Narrator - Peregrine Muir

Author - Michel Russell

Genre - Gay fiction

As a successful fashion designer and male model, lauded by New York’s fashion elite and happily ensconced in a Greenwich Village with Myles, his handsome lover of ten years, Scott Farrell has the world at his feet… Or at least he did. On the rebound and disillusioned with working in the dog eat dog high fashion world of Nova Nukes inc, he flies back to Plymouth and the welcoming arms of college friend Dona Drake and her lover Poppi Seade. But his comfort zone is soon disturbed by a sinister and threatening scarfaced man, the prospect of a new young lover and the sudden revelation of his past in the gay porn industry. Scott feels that his life, loves and friendships are at an end - but maybe he’s simply about to meet his destiny.

Shocking and heart-warming in equal measure, Cry Destiny is the inspiring story of one gay man’s struggle to find happiness against apparently insuperable odds.

GHOSTLY GAY TRILOGY

Narrator - Peregrine Muir

Author - Michel Russell

Genre - Gay fiction

Classy cover design and a swift plot with some stunning sex scenes give this novel a special place in the panoply of Gay Fiction.

Ghostly Gay Trilogy is the story of the triumph of one man’s spirit as he casts out his demons, real and imagined, and lays to rest the ghost of his lost love learning to live again.

Life and fate have dealt Ashley Wynter a series of cruel blows. Bereft of the job that fulfilled him and the lover who sustained him.

Summoned by a sinister anonymous message, he’s lured into a twilight world of deceit, depravation and degradation as he struggles to find out how his lover died – and why...

MAGICAL SENSE

Narrator - Sue Chambers

Author - Sue Chambers

Genre - Health & Fitness

Sue has been living with MS (Multiple Sclerosis) since 1985. In this very personal audiobook, she explores how MS has affected her, physically and mentally, and provides valuable advice for others in the same position. Throughout the book, Sue's humour comes through, making this a life-affirming listen. It is a "must read" for anyone affected by MS. A diagnosis of MS was the start of a journey for Sue. This book tells of that journey, from the initial shock of the diagnosis through the education process (and the periods of denial) to an understanding of what it takes to survive and live with MS.

No-one in a medical team can explain MS from the perspective of the person with MS. Sue can and does, with personal candour and incredible humour.

The initial diagnosis was hard to accept. As Sue puts it, "Once I ran out of things to blame, the shock really took over. My husband, bless him, has a great ability to make people laugh. When I was with him, it wasn't too bad. But when I was alone, the pain of feeling hard done by and victimised really hurt. Like a physical thump in the guts and literally an ache in the heart. And really, even many, many years on, there are still times when I seek out company, so I can't dwell on how hurt I feel."

Sue handles a difficult subject sensitively. There is a large body of information in this book, which will be useful to everyone affected by MS, whatever their role. Medical staff will find it useful to gain the perspective of one of their "users" (as Sue describes herself).

TRUSTS - A PRACTICAL GUIDE

Narrator - Terence O'Halloran

Author - Terence O'Halloran

Genre - Business

Within the genre of self-help,’ Trusts A Practical Guide’ is an invaluable and rare resource for both the financial expert and nay member of the public needing a reference work on a subject that is on the face of it complex. Undeniably affecting many peoples lives at one point or another. Dealing with the certainty that from whatever occupation or background you come from, at some point it is quite probable that within the context of financial planning, either for yourself or by others around you an understanding of this Financial system or framework may well be necessary. In addition, most definitely beneficial for example when dealing with the probate of a relative or inheritance.

After 35 years at the top of his profession FSA member Terry O'Halloran's writing is passionate about, not only his subject, but also about spreading the word to others. He has seen the effect that well organized and implemented financial planning can have to the good for peoples lives as well as the results sadly when otherwise.

Using famous historical characters, placing them in recognizable situations, and using real life case history he explains the organization and procedure of Trusts simply and in perspective, bringing his subject alive. His use of case studies also appeals to the need to clarify and explain the point since for most people colleagues friends business and personal situations this book will be valuable at some point in their lives.

Terry O'Halloran clearly explains the intricacies and confronts the realities of life examples include a family case with sequential wives; a business partnership that goes very expensively wrong; even an attempted murder of a director and removal of the would-be assassin (as a Trustee). Building the picture from simple steps the author explains the merits or otherwise of trusts and their uses with life assurance and pensions products.

“ Trusts are the most important adjunct to life assurance, business protection, estate planning and pension provision. A basic understanding is essential.”

After searching for a book for his own use the need for a reference book on this subject became very apparent the author says” I needed a reference book that I could refer to during the working day but would also be simple enough for any clients to understand. Therefore, I wrote one. I had to write it and I use it often. My copies are dog-eared from use. Self development rather than shelf development.” “I believe is, practical, for everyday use for the professional and a good guide for the layman.”

Wink: A Modern Day Parable
 of Wealth Beyond Words

Narrator - Paul Darn

Author - Roger Hamilton

Genre - Business

Wink and Grow Rich is the fable of a nine-year-old boy being raised by his carpenter father who is both sick and tired… In fact, he is tired of being sick and sick of being tired. Every day for the last twenty years the carpenter has visited the Well of Wealth and spent a dollar - because it is generally known by the townsfolk that if they give generously to the Well, it will give generously to them in return. On this day, the carpenter is so ill that he is unable to visit the well, so he entrusts his nine-year-old son Richard with a crumpled but treasured dollar and sends him in his place.

Along the way, Richard discovers that the Well of Wealth is not where he thought it would be – so he follows a different, more overgrown path, on which he meets an old woman, an optometrist, a plumber, a gardener, a fisherman, a rower, a musician and an innkeeper. These intriguing and mysterious characters act as guides for Richard and share their wisdom. They have all built their wealth in very different ways - yet there is something about each that is common to all.

This fictional tale makes one think more deeply about the dynamics of wealth creation. The keys to wealth are in a story behind a story; a lesson behind the lesson. That means that to find the keys the reader needs to become better at seeing – a philosophy the author sums up as: “What you see is always what you get.”

Each time the listener hears this book they will undersand more keys one by one until finally they unlock the doors to their wealth their wisdom and happiness for them and others.