Weaving Alice free today in the Kindle Store

Friday's free read is one of my short stories titled Weaving Alice.   You will find it in the Kindle Store on all Amazon sites.  Check out my author's page at http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

Here is one of this story's reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars did not see that coming! October 9, 2013

By Carleen E. Nicholson

Format:Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase

I had not read the description before I purchased it...the title and cover just appealed to me. I loved it!!! I did not see the ending coming and was totally blown away! Great job!!

 

 

WEAVING ALICE is a story about a meeting on earth between personified good and evil. The mystical ending will bring a smile to your face.

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Imagine if you will a mystical, magical gift of tapestry creation powerful enough to eradicate the evil in our world.   This is the gift that Alice possesses.   Good versus evil told in an attention-holding manner.  I had a lot of pleasure writing this suspenseful story and I hope you will enjoy it; especially the surprise ending.

 

 #30  in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Genre Fiction > Metaphysical

 

Weaving Alice dares to stand alone in the Kindle Store.  However, it is also available in paperback format as one of twelve stories contained in short story anthology  titled Social Studies, Book Three - Weaving Alice.

 

Cover design Susan Ruby K.

http://yuneekpix.com

 

 

 

 

The Second Self - a short story free in the Kindle Store

The Second Self was free today in the Kindle Store. Currently #8 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Psychology & Counseling > Social Psychology & Interactions

THE SECOND SELF is a short story about one boy's endurance of extreme abuse at the hands of someone well-respected in the community. So extreme the sexual, emotional abuse that the young boy develops another personality. This short story is not intended for young people to read. It is my hope that this story and others like it will raise the awareness in communities across the country and, indeed, around our world that a child abuser is often an individual that no one would ever suspect. Unfortunately these people do not wear a warning sign on their back.

This story was difficult to write. I wanted to be explicit in order for the reader to feel even a tiny fraction of the horror that this child endured. Although this is a fictional story, in life it is true that more often than not the child abuser is someone who holds a position of trust; someone the child believes would be safe be it a teacher, a minister, a neighbor or, as in this case, a close relative.

For short story lovers, just to let you know that The Second Self is also one of a dozen short stories found in one of my short story anthologies titled Social Studies, Book Two - Shattered and Broken which is available in both Kindle and Paperback formats.

Check it out http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

 

Simply BE is available now from Createspace.com

Simply BE is now available in paperback format directly from Create Space.com.   Here is the link: 

CreateSpace eStore: https://www.createspace.com/5378530

 

Simply BE is a collection of inspirational thoughts, sayings and quotations. This book is a reminder of the importance of striving to be who we really are. It’s all about choice, and knowing that who we really are is a good thing to be, 

The wonderful cover design is by Susan Ruby K. of http://yuneekpix.com   I love this cover and the way it brings the past into the present. Thank you, Susan.



And you will never guess who did the illustrations throughout the book!

Yes, yours truly!  

I wanted to illustrate this book although I am definitely not a visual artist. The most important thing I hope to illustrate is that we don’t have to be perfect. We do the best we can with what we have and give thanks.

It is my hope that Simply BE
Will encourage you to step up
And be all that you know you can be.

 

Within a few days this book will also be available in both paperback and Kindle formats on all Amazon sites.   Check it out at http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin 

 

 

 

 

The Silent Star Plus a Dozen -- free today in the Kindle Store

 "The Silent Star plus a Dozen" was originally an entry in WynLit 24 competitions offered by my publisher, Wynterblue Publishing Canada.   These 13 stories did well in competition.  Some took first place but all were short-listed.   The title is as it is because the short story titled The Silent Star received the most positive feedback and reviews.  I hope you enjoy these stories.  Writing short stories is something I love to do.      

"The Silent Star Plus a Dozen"  is free today in the Kindle Store on all Amazon sites.



If you prefer the paperback edition, check out "The Silent Star Plus a Dozen Selections"  available on all Amazon sites.     

Visit my author's page  http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

  

My Irish Connection. Happy St. Patrick's Day!

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY!

One of my ancestors, Richard Dawson, of Monghan County, Ireland is my Irish connection.

The Dawson family who came to the area in the 17th century has been the main benefactor of the parish ever since. It was Richard Dawson, a banker and Dublin alderman, who in 1729 built the present (Church of Ireland) church on the Dartrey estate. It was established in its own separate parish of Ematris soon after. The Dawsons added a north gallery to the church in 1769, and much later the Corry family (from Rockcorry) added a south gallery, raised on arches to avoid desecrating the burial ground beneath it. A fire caused serious damaged in 1811 leaving the church for a period without a roof. The fine west tower was built in 1840, and the sanctuary apse (centre above) in 1870. With the demolition of the Dawson mansion in 1950, and their once thriving estate turned over to forestry, St John’s appears isolated. However it shares services with St James’ church, Rockcorry some 2½ miles away, which the Dawsons built in 1855, and both churches continue well supported by the local farming community. But the view from St John’s cemetery across Inner Lough, once described as “one of the best in Ireland”, is currently obscured by conifers:

I still hope to get to Ireland one day to see the Dawson Monument.

Simply BE -- coming soon to Amazon

Coming soon to Amazon

in both Kindle and Paperback formats.

 

Cover design by Susan Ruby K.

http://yuneekpix.com

Simply BE -- Coming soon to Amazon

Now for something a little different. "Simply BE" is my first book of inspirational quotes and sayings to lift your spirit and brighten your day. Enjoy a couple of Biblical quotes; a couple from Desiderata but the majority are my creation. This book makes great gift-giving. In this beautiful cover Susan, of http://yuneekpix.com, skilfully brings the past into the present. Thank you Susan. Coming soon to Amazon in both Kindle and Paperback formats

Keeping It Simple is free today in the Kindle Store

Currently #8 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Alternative Medicine > Holistic

 

Keeping It Simple  is free today in the Kindle Store on all Amazon sites.  Below are a couple of reviews this book has received.

 

Thanks for checking out my author's page:  http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

 

It Really is Possible to Heal

 Mary Belanger 

 

This  very well written manual  is by Audrey Austin; a wonderful therapist, author, and teacher.  

 
This book is written in a  sequential manner.  A reader is given a methodical overview of meditation, psychospiritual therapy, and the chakra system.  Learning to open  blocked chakras enables the reader to unite mind, body, and soul.

I am very grateful for Austin who has created such a wonderful resource on chakra meditation.
It really is possible to heal. Keeping it Simple has my Five Star rating. It has changed my life for the better.

 

A very easy-to-understand explanation of chakras

By Anu 

 

This is a well written book - very easy to understand the concept of chakras and the significance of each chakra. I am yet to try out the exercises for opening up each chakra. But if you are looking to familiarize yourself with the 7 chakras of the Indian/yogic tradition, I highly recommend this book.

DRAMA - a Novel Idea is available in the Kindle Store

I'm happy to announce that DRAMA - A Novel Idea is available in the Kindle Store on all Amazon sites.

DRAMA is an anthology which contains three of my most popular novels: Moose Road - a Canadian Tragedy; Ellen and The Hummingtree; and Sara, a Canadian Saga.
Compiled as they are in this boxed set, you, the reader, will not only save some money, you will also have the convenience of having all three novels contained in one publication.

The beautiful cover design is by Susan Ruby K. of yuneekpix.com
Check out my author's page: amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

DRAMA - a Novel Idea -- boxed set available soon in the Kindle Store

I'm happy to announce that it won't be long now before DRAMA - A Novel Idea will be available in the Kindle Store on all Amazon sites.

DRAMA   is an anthology which contains three of my most popular novels:  Moose Road - a Canadian Tragedy;  Ellen and The Hummingtree; and Sara, a Canadian Saga.

Compiled as they are in this boxed set, you, the reader, will not only save some money, you will also have the convenience of having all three novels contained in one publication.

The beautiful cover design is by Susan Ruby K. of http://yuneekpix.com 

Check out my author's page: http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

Quest For Cammirand - short story is free today

Short story lovers - I hope you have enjoyed the free stories all week.  Today for your reading enjoyment is the Kindle Edition of Quest For Cammirand  which is currently  #52 in Kindle Store > Books > Crime, Thriller & Mystery > Mystery > Private Investigators

#58 in Kindle Store > Books > Crime, Thriller & Mystery > Crime Fiction >Murder

 

 

Peter Lowenza is an insurance investigator in search of a woman, Cammirand Gauthier, whose husband Jessie Gauthier has died. Cammirand is beneficiary of his estate and stands to inherit millions of dollars. She had been abandoned by her parents at an early age, abused and deceived by her husband, Jessie Gauthier who was known to be a ruthless businessman. Rumour has it he was an abusive husband. Is this why Cammirand has disappeared? It is the insurance investigator's job to find her. What happened to Cammirand Gauthier? Peter sets out on a quest.

 

Free today in the Kindle Store on all

Amazon sites.

 



Quest for Cammirand  is a short story that dares to stand alone in the Kindle Store.   However, it is also available as part of the short story anthology titled Social Studies, Book One - Dying To Be Popular  which is available on all Amazon sites in both Kindle and Paperback formats.



 

Cover Design by Susan Ruby K. of

http://yuneekpix.com

Joshua's Journey is free today in the Kindle Store ...

Continuing with the free short stories this week, today I invite you to enjoy "Joshua's Journey'.

 

 

 

Joshua is an old man who lives in his room in a nursing home. He tells his story in a matter of fact way with no apology. He has experienced his share of difficulties and life has left him angry and bitter. He is unprepared for his meeting with Victoria. Because of his encounter with this little girl Joshua makes the decision to do the right thing. His action is his gift to himself on his birthday.

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In my life I've sometimes had occasion to meet an elderly person who is quite angry and bitter about life ........ I tend to feel sorry for such a person and I confess I wonder what has happened in his earlier years to make him this unhappy and cantankerous in old age.    These were the thoughts and the questions in my mind when I wrote the short story, Joshua's Journey.  I hope you enjoy the story.

 

Currently #6 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Parenting & Relationships > Aging Parents > Aging

#56 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Personal Health > Aging

 

Joshua's Journey is a short story that dares to stand alone but if you are  a short story lover you will find this story along with 11 others in anthology titled Social Studies, Book One - Dying To Be Popular.   This anthology is available in both Kindle and Paperback formats on all Amazon sites

 

 

 

 

 

Cover design by Susan Ruby K. of http://yuneekpix.com    

 

 

Check out my author's page at http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

Jie Ke's Teahouse -- short story free today in the Kindle Store

The first in the family to be born in Canada, Jie Ke struggles with the cultural demands of his conservative Buddhist family. He is determined to open a business called Jack's Tavern but his Grandfather has something to say about the proposition. What will Jie Ke do when he hits a wall of Chinese familly tradition?

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From the Author

It is quite common for children born in Canada of immigrant parents to have a struggle  when trying to convince their parents and grandparents, whose ways and traditions are a strong reflection of their cultural upbringing and background, to be more liberal in their thinking.   Most often the children rebel but sometimes, as in the case of this young man, understanding is found and the outcome can be quite surprising.

 

This short story is free in the Kindle Store today.    It dares to stand alone.

 

However you will also find this story as one of the 12 stories contained in short story anthology titled Social Studies, Book Two - Shattered and Broken  which is available in both Kindle and Paperback formats on all Amazon sites.

Cover Design by Susan Ruby K. of

http://yuneekpix.com

 

Check out my author's page  http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

 

 

 

The Hole In The Wall - a short story

 

Lucille is worried. The mortgage is due and she doesn't have the money. What leads her into the basement? And is the hole in the wall really an answer to prayer?

To buy a home on your own when you are a single woman in your senior years takes a lot of courage, faith in self and downright determination.   I know this from some personal experience.  And I was able to draw upon personal memories when writing the short story, A Hole In The Wall.   I hope you enjoy the story.




Short story, The Hole In The Wall, is free for your reading pleasure on all Amazon sites today.

Check out my author's page  http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

The Hole In The Wall  dares to stand alone in the Kindle Store however it is also available as one of the twelve stories in short story anthology titled Social Studies, Book One - Dying To Be Popular  which is available in both Kindle and Paperback formats on all Amazon sites.

Cover Design by Susan Ruby K. of  http://yuneekpix.com 

Find Firinn -- a short story free today in the Kindle Store

Uncle Farlan teaches his young niece, Forba, Scottish folklore and history. Emigrating to Canada is not something he wants, but to stay with family determines his decision. The importance of finding firinn he instills into Forba's young mind. Many years later Uncle Farlan is ill. Alzheimer has made its claim. Forba is there at her uncle's bedside when he takes his last breath.

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Uncle Farlan and his niece Forba invite you to "Find Firinn". This Kindle short story is free today,  and if you have any Scottish blood in you, it's a story you don't want to miss. If you have known & loved a victim of Alzheimer Disease this is a story you don't want to miss. 

 

 Check it out at http://amazon.com/author/audreyaustin And if you enjoy the story thanks for your positive review on Amazon.com 


Review by Eleanor Lambert; Bermuda.
 I just read "Find Firinn" and enjoyed it immensely. It brought back a few memories of my own and of course thought immediately of  my sister-in-law. Anne,who was from Scotland. I gave this story 5 stars.         

From the Author

The relationship between Uncle Farlan and his young niece is enduring.   Yes, he taught her to respect and always remember their Scottish heritage but even more important is the loyalty and love the two share throughout life up to the day of his death.  Alzheimer Disease is a terrible thief.  But even Alzheimer could not steal Farlan's memory of the secret he shared with his niece.        

 

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Find Firinn is currently #7 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Nonfiction > Parenting & Relationships > Aging Parents > Aging     #17 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Personal Health > Aging

Jacob's Seven Letters -- free today on Amazon

Jacob's mother dies ...... his father does not; yet the relationship Jacob shared with his father dies a death of a different kind.   Grandmother is there to raise the boy and when she dies too Jacob feels abandoned.  It's no surprise that he gets into some difficulties in his life.  What is surprising is that the seven letters have a life-changing impact .....  When I wrote this short story I fell in love with Jacob.  To me he is the epitome of many young men struggling to find their way through an ever-changing world.

Jacob's Seven Letters is a short story that is free for your reading pleasure today in the Kindle Store  on all Amazon sites.  #25 in Kindle Store > Kindle Short Reads > 30 minutes (12-21 pages) > Parenting & Relationships

#31 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Nonfiction > Parenting & Relationships > Family Relationships > Dysfunctional Relationships

This short story is also found as one with eleven others in short story anthology titled Social Studies, Book One - Dying To Be Popular.   

This anthology is available in both Kindle and Paperback formats on all Amazon sites or you can purchase it directly from Createspace.com    The link to this book is

CreateSpace eStore: https://www.createspace.com/4712947

http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

Cover design by Susan Ruby K.   http://yuneekpix.com   

 

Shattered and Beaten

Even before she is born she hears and feels the violence in the home. Being witness to her mother's abuse is more than she can bear. She finds comfort in emotional eating. Food is her best friend. When he turns from his wife to his daughter she experiences pain beyond endurance.  Is murder the only escape from his incestuous destruction?


This short story is free today in the Kindle Store on all Amazon sites.  Currently #10 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Parenting & Relationships > Family Relationships > Child Abuse

#5 in Kindle Store > Kindle Short Reads > 15 minutes (1-11 pages) > Parenting & Relationships

You will also find Shattered and Beaten as one of the  twelve short stories included in the anthology titled Social Studies, Book Two - Shattered and Broken which is available in both Kindle and Paperback formats for your reading pleasure.

Cover Design by Susan Ruby K. of http://yuneekpix.com

 

Check out my author's page at http://www.amazon.com/author/amazon.com

Thanks in advance for your positive review.

Therapy Thursday now has its own FB page

Therapy Thursday now has its own Facebook page.  I hope you will find it interesting and helpful.

If there is a topic that you would like to see focused on, get in touch and let me know.  If possible, I will do just that.

The link to the page is  https://www.facebook.com/keepingitsimpletherapythursday

The idea is to keep it simple. :-)

If these topics interest you, you may be interested in checking out 

http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

Beyond The Blue -- free Tuesday, March 3rd and Wednesday, March 4th

BEYOND THE BLUE is a coming of age novella. 12 year old Anthony Breckenheimer is a clever boy with blue eyes, red hair and like his father he is a little on the chubby side. He lives in the big City of Toronto with his mother, his little brother Ronald and his little sister Leona. His father died a year ago and Anthony misses him greatly especially when he is confronted by bullies on his way to and from school; the biggest and baddest one being Jerry Hasselbergen. One day while in his classroom Anthony discovers a magical window. What he sees through this window and beyond the blue changes his life forever.

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BEYOND THE BLUE  is a story that takes place in a Toronto neighbourhood way back in the 1950's.   I actually remember those days well.  Bullying was a problem then as it is today although to a lesser degree in that in those days it was rare that weapons be used or that drugs be involved.   Yes, it was more innocent but make no mistake, for the child being bullied it was a harrowing experience.   "Enigami" is the message beyond the blue but what on earth can that possibly mean?  This coming-of-age story is one I believe many young children will find believable and inspiring.   I hope you will enjoy it too.

 

 

The Kindle Edition of Beyond The Blue is free Tuesday and Wednesday this week on all Amazon sites.

 

Check out my author's page: http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

Busy, Busy, Busy :-)

As you can see I've been busy with a lot of creative housekeeping - Dinner At Seven is published and thanks for giving it such a warm welcome.

The Silent Star Plus a Dozen Selections is now published. Some of my past Kindle publications are now transformed into paperback editions as well for your reading pleasure.

Thanks to the suggestion from my dear friend, Mags, I have plans for three boxed sets; one will contain 3 novels; (working on this one now, DRAMA, a novel idea); one containing novellas; and the third will contain a trio or maybe even a quartet of short story anthologies.

Once I have all this work completed, I will continue with my current writing work in progress which is titled "All Them Houses". Thanks everyone for your continued encouragement and support. Much appreciated.


Check out the changes at http://www.amazon.com/author/audreyaustin

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