Books with author Marvis Smith

Scottish-born midwife, Miriam loves her work at a health clinic in rural Afghanistan and the warmth and humour of her women friends in the village, but she can no longer ignore the cracks appearing in her marriage. Her doctor husband has changed from the loving, easy-going man she married and she fears he regrets taking on a widow with a young son, who seems determined to remain distant from his stepfather. When Miriam acts as translator at a medical teaching camp she hopes time apart might help her understand the cause of their problems. Instead, she must focus on helping women desperate for medical care and has little time to think about her failing marriage. When an old friend appears, urging her to visit the village where she and her first husband had been so happy. Miriam finds herself travelling on a journey into her past, searching for answers to why her marriage is going so horribly wrong. Her husband, too, has a past of his own – from being shunned as a child to the loss of his first love. PRAISE FOR MARY SMITH’S DEBUT NOVEL:“Mary Smith makes the reader care what happens to every character and leaves us the richer for having read it.”ROSEMARY GEMMELL (Dangerous Deceit) “Her characters are complex with layered pasts (Iqbal’s leprosy and the metaphorical and physical scars it has left behind – Miriam’s lives in Scotland and with her previous husband) and uncertain futures…A lovely book which calls for attention.” JANICE GALLOWAY (This is Not About Me)“Written with empathy and humour, No More Mulberries provides a fascinating insight into life in rural Afghanistan.” JAMES ROGERS“This book might be about Miriam, but it's Afghanistan which will grab you and hold you.”THE BOOKBAG“It is so much more than just a good romantic novel; it has a serious subtext of highly informative passages incorporating colourful detail across the whole spectrum of political and social issues in 1990s Afghanistan. Smith’s ability to manipulate plot and rationalise timelines makes this book a real 'page turner' - A triumphant debut as a novelist.” SUSAN HARVARD“Beautifully written, full of the sounds, smells, skies of Afghanistan. And written by a woman who clearly loves and respects that country and its culture.” SHEILA TEMPLETON (Digging for Light)

Since a deadly virus and the violence that followed wiped out his parents and most of his community, Finn has lived alone on the rugged coast with only his loyal dog Rowdy for company. He has stayed alive for two winters—hunting and fishing and trading food, and keeping out of sight of the Wilders, an armed and dangerous gang that controls the north, led by a ruthless man named Ramage. But Finn’s isolation is shattered when a girl runs onto the beach. Rose is a Siley—an asylum seeker—and she has escaped from Ramage, who had enslaved her and her younger sister, Kas. Rose is desperate, sick, and needs Finn’s help. Kas is still missing somewhere out in the bush. And Ramage wants the girls back—at any cost. ‘Tense and atmospheric…Mark Smith’s debut is assured, gripping and leaves you wanting more.’ Best Books for Younger Readers 2016, Sydney Morning Herald ‘It’s easy to see why Mark Smith’s dystopian thriller has been compared with John Marsden’s Tomorrow When the War Began. I barely came up for breath as the pages flew. So strap yourself in for a high action ride.’ Kids Book Review ‘A riveting story of survival that questions the prices of freedom and safety as well as the value of an individual life…A breakout new series full of romance, danger, and a surprisingly engaging world.’ STARRED Review, Kirkus Reviews ‘A solid debut.’ Publishers Weekly ‘It’s been suggested more than once that dystopian fiction has had its day…but The Road to Winter is a welcome sign that there’s still life in the genre.’ Armadillo

Finn, Kas and Willow have survived the winter of storms. Severe winds and cold have kept the Wilders at bay. Now that spring has come, everything has changed. They’re being hunted again, and they won’t be safe while Ramage wants their blood. But Finn and Kas made a promise to Rose—to find her baby and bring her back. And finding Hope means finding Ramage… Wilder Country is the exciting, action-packed sequel to Mark Smith’s highly acclaimed The Road to Winter. Mark Smith lives on Victoria’s Surf Coast. His writing has won a number of awards and has appeared in Best Australian Stories, Review of Australian Fiction and the Big Issue. Wilder Country is his second novel. ‘The sequel to Mark Smith’s The Road to Winter is a page-turner with a heart and soul, tightly packed with exquisitely rendered action and nail-biting scenes of peril, all layered with emotional authenticity.’ Written by Sime ‘Mark Smith writes in a taut style that keeps the pages turning…Absorbing entertainment, this is what most young folk would look for in reading.’ Magpies ‘Issues of survival, trust and honour make this a great book for reading groups…A much anticipated sequel that reminds me of the Tomorrow When the War Began series.’ Lamont Books ‘If you love dystopian narratives with nail-biting life-and-death situations, then Mark Smith’s Wilder Country is for you. My only regret is that I have to wait until book three hits bookstore shelves.’ Kids’ Book Review ‘Satisfying.’ NZ Listener, 50 Best Books for Kids ‘A page-turner told in an unaffected, Australian voice.’ Joy Lawn, Australian ‘A rip-roaring story—gripping and compelling, I couldn’t put it down. Mark Smith creates this dangerous, lawless new world and manages to champion the decency of youth. Very timely. And what makes it so powerful is that it’s frighteningly believable.’ Robert Newton ‘The superb pacing, natural dialogue, and vivid descriptions of a country and people ravaged by disaster make this a pulse-pounding read…A strong addition to the genre.’ Kirkus Reviews ‘Mark Smith's sequel picks up seamlessly where Road to Winter left off. In Wilder Country, Finn continues his fight to survive by dodging the Wilder gang, led by the loathsome Ramage, and forming a new kind of family with Kas and Willow from book one. An unmissable series.’ Sydney Morning Herald 'This book canvasses some important and relevant issues and it does so through the prism of young eyes…It balances the softness of helping others and emotional themes with the vivid and exciting action of fear, survival and revenge.’ Cass Moriarty, author of The Promise Seed

A #1 Best Selling Children's Book!Parents and children love Do Monsters Wear Undies!“Do Monsters Wear Undies will make kids laugh out loud, and they will want to read it over and over." - Shawn“The kids in my preschool class love it. It is fast becoming a favorite of the class. I highly recommend this book!” - Jane Jones Preschool Teacher“My granddaughter who is 8 years old loved the book. Thank you for inspiring young readers to read!" - Tence“My kids laughed from start to finish and wanted more.” - Cathy“This book is excellent! Makes the kids laugh and is easy to read. Well worth the buy!" - Janel“I'm a lover of all things that rhyme, but when it can make my 6 year old son laugh...you know it has to be great! Mark Smith hit a home run with undies for this story line." - AngelaBest selling children's book author Mark Smith answers the question that every child wants to know.Do Monsters Wear Undies? Find out for yourself in this fully illustrated rhyming picture book that comes to life with bright vibrant colors, and a catchy rhythm that kids will fall in love with.Hooray for underwear!Says a giant monster bear.He wears his boxer shortswhile playing his favorite sports.Say hi to Max,A monster who wears slacks.He has purple hairand matching purple underwear.This book has been created with early readers in mind, but the whole concept will appeal to the kid in all of us. Do monsters wear undies? What are you waiting for? Grab a copy and find out for yourself!

“My kids loved the silly illustrations and the interactivity. It has become a favorite. Thanks!” - Jeanne“My 7 year old son didn't want to stop until the last page was turned. Fun until the end.” - Rick“Behind all the silliness there are some great lessons in this book. Clocks, colors and good eats. Great combination.” - Harold“What kid doesn't like goofy monsters? Finding out what they love to eat was awesome!” - Jane“Each page was a laugh out loud experience for both of my kids. They really loved trying to find the hidden worm on every page.” - Marty“My entire Kindergarten class was thoroughly entertained all the way to the end. We need more books like this that make reading fun!” - ChristineBest selling children's books author Mark Smith answers the question that every child wants to know in this colorful rhyming picture book.What Do Monsters Eat?Find out for yourself in this fully illustrated rhyming picture book that comes to life with bright vibrant colors, and a catchy rhythm that kids will fall in love with.Will monsters eat green bug cheese?Do they like dirty carrots?Do they like mushy peas?Do they like peanut butter and jellyfish toast?This big monster says,"Yes! I like that the most!"Will monsters eat spinach that is green and leafy?Monster Franks says, "Yes."“It makes me strong and beefy.”What about a huge worm filled pie?"Yum, yum, yum," says this big purple guy.Find out the answers to these questions and more in this fully illustrated, fun and interactive book. This book has been created with early readers in mind, but the whole concept will appeal to the kid in all of us.What Do Monsters Eat? What are you waiting for? Grab a copy and find out for yourself!

Here is what others are saying about this fun animal butt book designed for kids!"Who knew animal butts could be so much fun! My son just loves this book.""What a great way to teach children about some exotic animals. Now I know what the biggest animal butt in the world is!"Sometimes all facts and no fun equals BORING! Just ask any child if they want to learn something and you will get a resounding, "NO!"Ask them if they want to have fun, and you will get a very enthusiastic, "YES!"This is what five time best selling children's book author Mark Smith has done with this book. Throw in a lot of fun, mix it up with some great facts, and you get a recipe for learning success. Kids are always curious, and they love silly butt jokes. This time animals are the butt of the joke.Explore some of the most incredible animals on our planet and their butts. Your child will become an animal butt expert by the time they are done reading this fun ebook for kids. It is all about exploration and learning in a fun way.Your children will love the full color photographs that spring to life on every model of the Kindle. Children will consider themselves animal butt experts when they finish reading this fun filled animal book for kids.NOTE: Kindle Fire users can double tap the high definition images and zoom in to get a closer look.Here is what is inside.A Note From the Author on Animal ButtsHairy Animal ButtsAardvarkAardvark ButtAngora GoatAngora Goat ButtBaby DeerBaby Dear ButtGolden Spiny MouseGolden Spiny Mouse ButtPolar BearPolar Bear ButtHairless Animal ButtsBaboonBaboon ButtBaby RatBaby Rat ButtDuckDuck ButtAnimal Butts With TailsZebra Zebra ButtArmadilloArmadillo ButtCamelCamel ButtBig Animal ButtsHippoHippo ButtRhinoRhino ButtElephantElephant ButtDangerous ButtsHoney BeeHoney Bee BacksideHedgehogHedgehog ButtSkunkSkunk Butt

All You Need to Know About Accounting and Bookkeeping for Your Business… ** 3 Books In 1 – Accounting, Bookkeeping and Taxes for Small Business ****Accounting**The field of accounting can be very important to any business. These professionals make sure that there is a good bookkeeping system in place for the business, helps prepare a lot of important documents for that business, and can give advice on how the business should act to keep their financial health in good shape. Without these individuals, it would be hard for a business to keep things organized and all their finances in line. This guidebook is going to take the time to explain some of the important aspects of accounting. Some of the topics that will be discussed include:What is the difference between accounting and bookkeeping?Some of the terms that you should learn to understand how accounting works How to work with a balance sheetWhat the income statement is and why it’s so importantThe cash flow statementThe different types of accountants and how they can be helpful to a businessSome tips to help you out with accountingAnd more...**Bookkeeping**Accurate bookkeeping is so essential when it comes to your business. It ensures that you know the exact financial situation of your business so you can make the best decisions about how to make it into the future. But many new business owners don’t know the details of handling their own bookkeeping. This guidebook has all the tips that you need to help you get a good handle on your bookkeeping so that you can keep your finances in order and even help you when it’s tax time! Some of the topics that will be discussed include:The basics of bookkeepingSome of the most important financial statements to help you run your business The different bookkeeping methodsHow to prepare for taxes at the end of the yearHandling the assets, liabilities, and owner’s equityThe different types of ledgers you can use for bookkeepingThe importance of depreciation on product and equipment you use in your business and how to calculate thisSome of the best bookkeeping tips you should use to help you get aheadAnd more...**Taxes for Small Business**Do you have a small business that you filed taxes for last year?Or did you start one this year that you will need to file taxes for?If you said yes to either one of these questions, then this is the book for you!Every piece of information in this book is designed to help you understand the different tax laws that went into effect this past January and will take effect on your taxes that you file at the end of the fiscal year. Trump has placed new deduction laws into effect for small businesses and this book goes over how they affect you in the long run. If you want to know:What the new tax laws areHow to file your taxes If you need to file quarterly taxesWhat status will your small business fall underThe difference between an LLC, or sole proprietorTax tips that will help new business owners this yearHow to determine if you are an employee or a freelance workerHow to prepare for the coming tax season in advanceWhat you need to file on your taxesWhat deductions that you can file or can't file and whyWhether you should hire a tax professional and whyAnd many more...If you are ready to take control over your own business and taxes, or you are starting up a new small business, get your copy of this guidebook TODAY to help you get started!

A #1 Best Selling Children's Book! Parents and children love Do Monsters Wear Undies! “Do Monsters Wear Undies will make kids laugh out loud, and they will want to read it over and over." - Shawn “The kids in my preschool class love it. It is fast becoming a favorite of the class. I highly recommend this book!” - Jane Jones Preschool Teacher “My granddaughter who is 8 years old loved the book. Thank you for inspiring young readers to read!" - Tence “My kids laughed from start to finish and wanted more.” - Cathy “This book is excellent! Makes the kids laugh and is easy to read. Well worth the buy!" - Janel “I'm a lover of all things that rhyme, but when it can make my 6 year old son laugh...you know it has to be great! Mark Smith hit a home run with undies for this story line." - Angela Best selling children's book author Mark Smith answers the question that every child wants to know. Do Monsters Wear Undies? Find out for yourself in this fully illustrated rhyming picture book that comes to life with bright vibrant colors, and a catchy rhythm that kids will fall in love with. Hooray for underwear! Says a giant monster bear. He wears his boxer shorts while playing his favorite sports. Say hi to Max, A monster who wears slacks. He has purple hair and matching purple underwear. This book has been created with early readers in mind, but the whole concept will appeal to the kid in all of us. Do monsters wear undies? What are you waiting for? Grab a copy and find out for yourself!