Cyber-bullying takes schoolyard bullying to a new level with the use of information technology. Computers, tablets, cellphones and other devices are used to harass, embarrass and torment people of all ages. 'Cyber-Bullying is Never Alright' looks at the ways the abuse is perpetrated, its effects and the best way to stop it. Jam packed with useful advice, it is written from personal experience as well as careful research. Anyone who has a problem with an internet troll or bully who makes nasty comments on Facebook, in chat rooms or on blogs will benefit from reading this. It is never alright...

Early on the morning of 4th September 2010, a series of seismic events began to unfold in Christchurch, New Zealand. They would eventually take 185 lives and directly affect hundreds of thousands of men, women and children. This book is a compilation of stories from some of these people. Preschoolers, teenagers, families, and retirees tell of the impact of the ongoing earthquakes and aftershocks, the emotional and physical toll they exacted, and their hope for a new Christchurch. They reflect the incredible resilience the people of Canterbury have shown throughout this devastating time. Some...

Leanne will never marry, never have children and will never live on her own. She will never drive a car or catch a bus unaided. She will never cook a meal, wash her clothes or iron a shirt. She cannot because she was born with a condition called Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome (RTS). This rare genetic disorder causes mental and physical disabilities and she will always be dependent on others. Leanne's life story is told by her mother and sister and they examine the highs and lows of caring for a mentally and physically disabled person. The book is divided into six chapters which look at Leanne's...

The skies have beckoned mankind for centuries but it's only in the last couple of decades that air travel has become affordable to the masses. What an incredible privilege to see our planet from a distance. How amazing to take in views of fiery sunsets, cotton puff clouds and glistening lakes. Fly With Me is a collection of true stories that relate the experiences of flying to everyday life. Are your wings frozen?Have you dropped a pavlova recently? How much does it cost to fly a purse to Auckland? Is it possible to defy gravity? Anyone who has flown will be able to relate to these stories of...

One final adventure could cost her everything ... Savannah James, a young New Zealand therapist, volunteers for a six-week mission trip to South Africa. During her journey, she is confronted with AIDS, prostitution, murder, and even a midnight escape to a safe house.Her new friends have struggles of their own, and one may lead them into even more danger. Will Savannah, Blake, and Pumzile ever be safe again? Will they ever be able to make a difference in the lives of those they've come to help or will their final destination put an end to it all? Contagious Hope was a finalist for the...

Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome is a relatively uncommon genetic condition that occurs in approximately one in 125,000 births. What in the World is RTS is aimed at siblings and friends of families who have an RTS child. The story is based on two real characters, both of whom were born with RTS. Leanne and Hunter have brought much joy to their parents and families and the book explains their limitations and challenges as well as the areas they shine in.

What in the World is a Disability tells the story of a group of children who attend a special school. A mom and daughter talk about the challenges these youngsters face and how, in spite of their difficulties, they are still people with hopes and dreams. The following conditions are discussed: autism, blindness, brittle bone disease, cancer, cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis, deafness, Down syndrome, dyslexia, epilepsy, meningitis, spina bifida, Tourette syndrome. The story will help children to relate to people with disabilities and understand that they need love and acceptance just like they...