Bøker av David Lawrence

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"Lawrence crafts a romance that rouses, with twists, surprises, and a randy wit.... (a) passionate, uproarious gay romance."-BookLife Reviews, Publishers WeeklyWhat if the Bennet sisters had had a brother who was smitten by that wealthy bachelor just arrived to town? A romantic puzzle evolves around divisions of age, class, and gender in this captivating twist on Pride and Prejudice. By turns lyrical, riotous, and just a bit naughty, Blackmailer's Delight is a sensual exploration of love and identity involving a love triangle, two blackmail notes, and a whole lot of confusion.England 1795London gentleman Daniel Thornton has just dumped his philandering lover, Clarence. He moves to Grantham to care for his ailing uncle and nurse a broken heart. The move he hopes will be a fresh start - a place to discover himself and perhaps a new way of seeing the world.Luke Morley is a draper's son struggling to accept his sexuality. He has withdrawn into a world of fantasy, but with the arrival of Mr. Thronton this private world is shattered. Grantham's most eligible bachelor is everything Luke has ever dreamed of. After months of silent admiration, he determines to introduce himself.Re-enter Clarence, who arrives to win back his old lover. When Daniel rejects him again, he is not about to take it lying down...A blackmail note appears - a demand that Daniel marry one of Luke's sisters. A demand that he fulfill Luke's secret desires.Daniel saw young Mr. Morley leave the note on his mantle.The note is from Luke.Isn't it?Readers are enthralled by Blackmailer's Delight:"All the hopes, doubts, pain and sensuality of hidden gay love in the English 18th century fill David Lawrence's sparkling new novel. He brings it all together in the most unexpected way in this charming, sexy, witty romp."- Stephanie Cowell, author of The Boy in the Rain and American Book Award recipient"Great plot, realistic characters, and phenomenal writing. Absolute must-read." - The Book Dragon"I think the ending was pure perfection and was the only way for everyone to have a happy ending. I also think this was one of the best versions of a misunderstanding/miscommunication trope I have read."-Kate, Goodreads Reviewer

Do you want to improve the health of your kidneys by following a renal diet? If yes, then keep reading!◆ The Renal diet controls your sodium, protein, potassium, and phosphorous consumption, and it contributes to preventing renal failure.You need to remember-following this diet won't heal everybody, but it can help everyone. This doesn't mean a diet is a cure-all, so don't think of this book as medical advice; it's more of a guide. Your doctor can provide more guidance than this does and should always be informed or notified of any improvement in your condition. If you have kidney problems, it's essential to regulate your health to help you feel better. There are entire books devoted to renal diets; otherwise, you can check with a registered dietitian for recommendations. Using a Kindle or iPad, you can even download and access these books instantly. Dietitians have experience working with those who suffer from kidney disease and can give some general dos and don'ts to follow.This book covers: ✓ DescriptionThe Renal Diet✓ Differences Between CKD and PKD in Kidney Disease✓ Overview of the Role and Use of Sodium, Potassium, Phosphorus, and Other Nutrients✓ Breakfast Recipes✓ Lunch Recipes✓ Dinner Recipes✓ Meal Plan (15 Days)✓ Measurement and ConversionAnd much MORE!Renal diets help people with kidney disease increase their quality of life. Some types of food may be harmful to kidneys infected with a disease, so you need to make sure you have a sound knowledge of the infection and how it affects the body. ⚠ If you want to enjoy cooking and eating delicious foods while taking care of your kidneys, then this book can be your guide.- Ready to get started? Click the BUY NOW button! -

The poems included in the poetry collection are composed in lucid style. The poet has an excellent ear for rhythm and cadence. After reading all these poems we have a feeling that the style of the poet is precise and elegant.

Xander, a boy who loves to draw superheroes, buys a pen from a mysterious market stall. He soon learns that the pen has a magical power. At first, the pen improves life for Xanders family and friends, but there are unintended consequences. As events spiral out of control, Xander has a new set of problems to solve, and a big decision to make.

This collection breaks down into sections that deal with marital love, youth, racism, suicide, death, imprisonment and writing. Lawrence doesn't seem to have a firm simplistic grip on reality as he sways between the inner and outer worlds but in his writing, he is trying to understand himself and his place in the world.

"Intriguing, ambitious, and pretty damn delightful. I thoroughly enjoyed 'Hugh' and it gave me a lot to think about. This is a unique and exhilarating journey." - Alexis Hall, author of Boyfriend MaterialFrom an old family trunk comes a manuscript which never saw the light of day. Its pages tell of a young man awakening to himself, his sexuality, and his world in this love letter to the era of Tom Jones.The slightly spoiled, slightly poetical, slightly absurd son of an ambitious baronet, Hugh Entwistle possesses the wealth and connections to make him a success in Georgian England. But before pursuing a sinecure in the military, he will spend the summer of 1768 at his country estate - far from the turmoil in London this politically volatile year.Only to discover a deeper, more profound turmoil within himself when he encounters the rebellious, and beautiful, son of the parish parson.So begins the hilarious and heart-breaking collapse of a well-ordered world. Hugh paints a sprawling canvas of 18th century England - a world of wig powder and heeled slippers, of connivers and blackmailers, in which the search for Liberty will require Hugh to redefine the rules of the game.

A PUBLISHER'S APPRENTICE BOOK "No doubt about it, your boy will be drafted before Jess gets her second facelift," remarked the impeccably groomed Hank from the stadium. But his eyes were already glued to the next batter taking up position. Will the boy, a baseball prodigy, get drafted by his beloved New York Yankees? And who is the next batter taking up position? See how the fortunes of two life-long school friends weave their way through the streets of Melbourne, a church in Cairo and the ghettos of New York, ending in a mix of jubilation and unspeakable tragedy. "Home Run" is ground-breaking teenage fiction. It is a finely crafted story combining the ambitions of teenagers with their spiritual search for meaning. "This book will drive teachers mad. Teenagers will hide it under the desk for a sneaky read in maths because it's a compelling story." Tess Livingstone, author and editor of 12 books. "Well-written and inspiring ..." Zac MacMahon, aged 16. "Such a well written book addressing so many relevant themes." James Duckett. "... a compelling story ... an exceptional book ... A perfect 10 out of 10." Adrian Kotevski. David Lawrence is a freelance Melbourne writer. He has worked in various capacities for a range of large and small organisations, in Australia and overseas, and is currently employed as an educator. Home Run is his first venture into teenage Christian fiction and his second published novel.

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