Books with author Stephen Walsh

This engaging children’s novel follows the story of a haphazard father who, due to one of his characteristic bungles, finds himself embroiled within a tale about the stars which he’d dreamed up as a bedtime story for his two children. An enthralling Christmas tale written to be read to children aged 6 - 10, Heavens Above is a spiralling journey of discovery and revelation. It captivates the imagination as fiction becomes fact, and the stars in the sky are forced to confront their nemesis, the wicked Irfana and his band of 'Inklings', who plan to rid the sky of its light. As the story unravels, the fates of those both in the sky and on the ground entwine and develop into a gripping crescendo. Along the way, the characters, under the guidance of the wise North Star, learn the importance of belief in themselves, and that everything that happens, happens for a reason...

Adventures in Climate Change is a series of action-packed fictional short stories, written for young adults and the young at heart. These compelling adventure narratives describe a series of unrelated ordinary people and scientists, caught in the midst of exciting climate-related events, and weave the drama of hypothetical Anthropocene Age catastrophes with explanations of the real-world climate science behind them.The series of stories were written with teenagers or pre-teens in mind. As they read an exciting adventure story, they learn about physics, chemistry, geography, geology, anthropology, meteorology, and other science that governs the earth. Perfect for a high school or junior high school science class, each story could illustrate an important science lesson and ignite a vigorous class discussion. The stories are allegories for the challenges that all of humankind is facing. The planet does not need to be saved, but its occupants do. These fictional adventurers and the science that makes them plausible emphasize that point with memorable clarity.

Adventures in Climate Change is a series of action-packed fictional short stories, written for young adults and the young at heart. The stories weave the drama of hypothetical Anthropocene Age catastrophes with explanations of the real-world climate science behind them. These compelling adventure narratives describe a series of unrelated ordinary people and scientists, caught in the midst of exciting climate-related events. The stories are allegories for the challenges that all of humankind is facing. The planet does not need to be saved, but its occupants do. These fictional adventurers and the science that makes them plausible emphasize that point with memorable clarity.

When children of the valley come of age, they spend a day communing with the spirits of the valley. They may visit the family of someone long dead or observe the daily life of the town. It is a custom everyone knows and accepts, and participation is mandatory. The only rule is that one must stay away from the hunter's path, which legend says leads to the place where the spirits live.When Trevon's sister Lilla died he knew he would never see her again. But when the day came for him to wear the bone shoes--and be protected by the power of the spirits--he knew where he had to go, even though it was forbidden...

Written for young Catholics who want to live their faith more deeply but are not sure what steps to take, this booklet contains practical, down-to-earth advice on many aspects of daily life, whether spiritual (prayer and confession), moral (alcohol and drugs, dating and chastity), emotional (coping with worrying or suffering), or vocational (discovering my vocation, finding a good husband or wife).It will be especially helpful for older confirmation candidates, students and young adults hoping to learn more about their faith.

Thrifty MacFlash has been signed to play for the juniors of Premier League team Bugchester United. Finding himself in the right place at the right time, he is offered an opportunity that only dreams are made of. The enormity of the situation is tremendous and Max Shredding is determined not to make thrifty's life any easier. Will Thrifty's doubts and Max's meddling turn a dream into a nightmare? Or can Thrifty find the strength from the shirt of Togger Legend Yanny Zakuda to do what is needed.

‘Is there anything that’s puzzled you? Something you’ve never been able to find an answer for?’This simple question prompts insecure teenager Levi Hardy to step through a curious door in an ancient abbey. From there he goes on an astonishing journey. A journey to a distant land; a land in peril. A land where he must forget all that he knows in order to deal with his bizarre new surroundings. Befriended by a kindly community, he will be forced to rapidly learn new skills and call on hidden strengths if he is to provide them with much needed aid. For in the sleepy village of Skenmarris its small population is in immediate danger and in fear of their lives from a new and ruthless threat. But in providing vital assistance Levi must risk dire consequences, and quickly rise to his full potential if he is to survive the brutality of this strange and hostile world.________________Book one of an exciting new fantasy adventure series. Join Levi and Poppy as their journey continues in:FLIGHT OF THE SPARROW

It is Sunday, it is raining and Robert is bored! Hearing a noise behind the blocked up fireplace in his bedroom he finds a robin with a broken wing. This chance discovery leads him and his sister Michelle on a magical adventure to help the robin and the other birds save their wood from being knocked down to make way for new housing. Battling against the builders and their machines and helped by elderly umbrella wielding Aunt Jane and her friends, will they win the fight?