My latest writing project is a series of "Life Hacks" that I am writing for the benefit of my kids (and anyone else who is interested).
They are focused on self-development and cover topics such as grit, will power, goal setting and breathing. I'm also planning to share some of my Saturday morning breakfast recipes (pancakes are a specialty!) These "Life Hacks" are based on things I've learnt through experience and the wide reading that I do. I publish them on Medium and you can find them here. I'm aiming to publish at least one a week, so you'll be able to keep up with them by following me on Medium. If you enjoy any of my articles, do give me a clap (the Medium equivalent of a "like").
Please note: The three year contract with 5 Prince Publishing has expired on all three of my books and has not been renewed. Accordingly, it's not currently possible to purchase any of my books. I will be aiming to self-publish them at some stage in 2019.
Sunday 24 February 2019
Friday 2 January 2015
My Books
I am the author of Lessons from a Two Year Old, A Painted Room and Wings. My books can be purchased in paperback or as eBooks through my publisher, 5 Prince Publishing, or your favourite retailer such as Amazon, iTunes or Barnes & Noble.
Lessons from a Two Year Old is my newest release, published in November, 2014. Johnny, an IT geek still lives at home with his parents. When his brother and sister-in-law help a sick friend, he gets coerced into babysitting his two year old niece, Zoe, on a weekly basis. Johnny reluctantly takes on the challenge with humourous and often near-disastrous results. Over time, Zoe's independence-seeking and outgoing personality inspires Johnny to try to improve his health, his fashion sense and even his love life. However, after a couple of setbacks, Johnny wonders if it is worth the effort and retreats to his former habits. Can Zoe show him the way to true love?
A Painted Room was published in August, 2014. It follows Gary and Melinda, the parents of a new-born baby, whose world is turned upside down when their son is found to be suffering from a life-threatening lung condition. How will they cope when the best day of their life turns into the worst?
The second edition of Wings was published in January 2015. Wings tells the story of Walt and his grandson Scott, who both have a fierce longing to fly albeit in vastly different circumstances.
Walt - who grew up in the depression - found out first hand that becoming a pilot takes sacrifice and tenacity. When World War II broke out he pestered the RAF for eighteen months before they finally accepted him. At that point he was given forty eight hours leave to marry his sweetheart and then sent overseas for twelve months of training before returning for operational flying.
Scott spent his childhood listening to tales of his Grandfather's aerial exploits and developed an intense craving to be a pilot. He gave up education, financial security and a possible career to follow his dream. However, the number of people wanting to be a pilot vastly outweighs the limited opportunities on offer.
Wings weaves together two tales: one set in war-torn northern England, and the other set in the modern-day Illawarra region of New South Wales. As Scott learns about the sacrifices and difficulties Walt overcame to take to the sky, he battles his own challenges in order to follow his dream. As Scott progresses, his grandfather declines - Walt loses his wife, his sight and his hearing - but throughout these difficulties is still there to offer support and encouragement. In following Scott's progress towards his dream, Walt also keeps alive the wonder of his own youth. With insights into the modern day aviation scene and life in the Royal Air Force of World War II, this is a must for anyone who has an interest in history, aviation or simply an old fashioned love story.
Lessons from a Two Year Old is my newest release, published in November, 2014. Johnny, an IT geek still lives at home with his parents. When his brother and sister-in-law help a sick friend, he gets coerced into babysitting his two year old niece, Zoe, on a weekly basis. Johnny reluctantly takes on the challenge with humourous and often near-disastrous results. Over time, Zoe's independence-seeking and outgoing personality inspires Johnny to try to improve his health, his fashion sense and even his love life. However, after a couple of setbacks, Johnny wonders if it is worth the effort and retreats to his former habits. Can Zoe show him the way to true love?
A Painted Room was published in August, 2014. It follows Gary and Melinda, the parents of a new-born baby, whose world is turned upside down when their son is found to be suffering from a life-threatening lung condition. How will they cope when the best day of their life turns into the worst?
The second edition of Wings was published in January 2015. Wings tells the story of Walt and his grandson Scott, who both have a fierce longing to fly albeit in vastly different circumstances.
Walt - who grew up in the depression - found out first hand that becoming a pilot takes sacrifice and tenacity. When World War II broke out he pestered the RAF for eighteen months before they finally accepted him. At that point he was given forty eight hours leave to marry his sweetheart and then sent overseas for twelve months of training before returning for operational flying.
Scott spent his childhood listening to tales of his Grandfather's aerial exploits and developed an intense craving to be a pilot. He gave up education, financial security and a possible career to follow his dream. However, the number of people wanting to be a pilot vastly outweighs the limited opportunities on offer.
Wings weaves together two tales: one set in war-torn northern England, and the other set in the modern-day Illawarra region of New South Wales. As Scott learns about the sacrifices and difficulties Walt overcame to take to the sky, he battles his own challenges in order to follow his dream. As Scott progresses, his grandfather declines - Walt loses his wife, his sight and his hearing - but throughout these difficulties is still there to offer support and encouragement. In following Scott's progress towards his dream, Walt also keeps alive the wonder of his own youth. With insights into the modern day aviation scene and life in the Royal Air Force of World War II, this is a must for anyone who has an interest in history, aviation or simply an old fashioned love story.
Introducing Pete
Thanks for visiting my website.
I'm an Australian author who believes everyone has a story to tell. I bring some of these stories to life in my writing.
The challenges we face are many and varied. In trying to construct a meaningful life, we need to juggle love and career, family responsibilities and individual aspirations, joy and tragedy. These are the ingredients I blend together in the books I write.
I have written three books, all published by Five Prince Publishing. You can find out more at the 5 Prince Publishing website.
I'm an Australian author who believes everyone has a story to tell. I bring some of these stories to life in my writing.
The challenges we face are many and varied. In trying to construct a meaningful life, we need to juggle love and career, family responsibilities and individual aspirations, joy and tragedy. These are the ingredients I blend together in the books I write.
I have written three books, all published by Five Prince Publishing. You can find out more at the 5 Prince Publishing website.
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