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SUMMARY:'Jellyfish' by Robin Ford - BOOK LAUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Ranging across three distinct sections\, Robin Ford’s Jellyfish demonstrates a mastery of language in the service of deep emotions and the complex challenges of the way we live now. Acutely observed\, the poems capture the essence of life on a small island\, offering a perspective that can move from the satirical to the poignant\, and focussing on the interplay of beauty and tragedy that surrounds us all. From the subtle nuances of daily life to profound reflections on human existence\, the natural world and gender\, Jellyfish is a collection that will resonate deeply as we story the lives we lead.
URL:https://medinabookshop.com/event/jellyfish-by-robin-ford-book-launch
LOCATION:Medina Bookshop\, 50 High Street\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Launch
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Armfield":MAILTO:paul@medinapublishing.com
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SUMMARY:'Ukrainian Paws and Whiskers on the Island' Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a cosy book launch at Medina Bookshop\, Cowes\, celebrating a heartwarming and funny children’s book about the adventures of four Ukrainian refugees — a cat\, a dog\, a guinea pig\, and their owner Marusya — who arrive on the Isle of Wight to be hosted by the kind English couple\, Mr and Mrs Watkins.\nThey soon discover that life on the island is full of surprises. Coming from a world where what’s supposed to be left turns out to be right\, and what’s supposed to be right turns out to be left\, the characters stumble into playful misunderstandings and funny discoveries at every turn. With charm\, humor\, and warmth\, their story shows how even in the strangest situations\, friendship\, laughter\, and kindness can help everyone feel at home in a new land. \nThis self-published book was created in collaboration with Odessa-born illustrator Yana Barabash\, and together we hope to celebrate the growing friendship between two nations. Through humour and relatable cultural differences — just like in the story — we aim to help children and adults understand one another a little better. \nThe book also highlights and promotes the beautiful artwork of Yana Barabash\, who arrived on the Island as a refugee. The original idea of Marusya and her pets coming to the Isle of Wight was hers\, and we are delighted to share her talent with a wider audience.
URL:https://medinabookshop.com/event/ukrainian-paws-and-whiskers-on-the-island-book-launch
LOCATION:Medina Bookshop\, 50 High Street\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Launch
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Armfield":MAILTO:paul@medinapublishing.com
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SUMMARY:BOOK LAUNCH 'Conscious Upgrade: Reprogram Your Subconscious\, Activate Your Superconscious' with Jane Giles
DESCRIPTION:Jane\, who lives and works on the Isle of Wight\, has spent more than 20 years supporting clients through anxiety\, phobias\, low mood\, confidence issues and life transitions. Throughout her career\, she has repeatedly heard clients say\, “Why has no one ever explained this to me before?” \nThat question inspired her to write Conscious Upgrade – a practical\, accessible manual designed to help people understand how their thinking works\, and how to consciously use it to create lasting change. \nWritten in the same clear\, everyday language Jane uses in her therapy sessions\, Conscious Upgrade explains how the brain “uploads” the information we feed it\, and how this shapes behaviour\, emotions and outcomes. \nDrawing on two decades of clinical experience\, Jane shows readers how to retrain neural networks and reprogramme the subconscious into a version they consciously choose. \nJane says\,\n“This book is about empowerment.\n“When people realise they are not at the mercy of their subconscious patterns\, real change becomes possible.” \nThe book is structured as a practical manual\, meaning readers can dip into the sections most relevant to them rather than reading cover to cover. \nIt addresses over 30 of the most common issues Jane has worked with: anxiety\, depression\, social anxiety\, phobias\, confidence\, self-esteem\, motivation\, addiction\, health anxiety\, sleep issues\, IBS\, pain management\, unwanted habits\, fears (including flying\, needles\, spiders and dogs)\, relationship challenges\, weight loss support\, smoking cessation and performance improvement. \nEach chapter is supported by free hypnotherapy audios available on YouTube\, transforming the book from something to read into an immersive experience. \nOne client describes the impact of Jane’s work\,\n“Working with Jane completely changed my life. She helped me understand my anxiety in a way that finally made sense\, and gave me tools I still use every day.\n“Difficult relationships that once felt overwhelming are now easy to navigate. I feel calmer\, more confident\, and in control.”
URL:https://medinabookshop.com/event/book-launch-conscious-upgrade-reprogram-your-subconscious-activate-your-superconscious-with-jane-giles
LOCATION:Medina Bookshop\, 50 High Street\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Launch
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ORGANIZER;CN="Paul Armfield":MAILTO:paul@medinapublishing.com
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SUMMARY:'The Reds And The Greys' BOOK LAUNCH with Edmund Matyjaszek
DESCRIPTION:On the Isle of Wight\, for as long as anyone can remember\, red squirrels have lived in peace and tranquillity UNTIL…a report came\, their deadliest enemy\, the grey squirrel had arrived! The animals of the island alone could not stop them. So the High Heron of Wootton\, Guardian of the Isle\, hatches a plan. \nOne night\, he sends Red\, the island squirrel\, to the window of a lonely schoolboy who lives near the sea…..to start to marshal humans\, animals\, birds and horses to combine IN DEFENCE OF THE ISLE! \nA published poet\, author & playwright Edmund Matyjaszek has lived on the Isle of Wight for over 20 years and brought up his family there. He is a former Director and Trustee of the Poetry Society\, and former Principal of Priory School of Our Lady of Walsingham. In addition to the professional stage\, he has written and performed for schools\, hospitals\, charities and churches and frequently gives readings. Recent commissions include “Reporting from Jerusalem” and “The Passover Investigation” for Radio Maria England.
URL:https://medinabookshop.com/event/the-reds-and-the-greys-book-launch-with-edmund-matyjaszek
LOCATION:Medina Bookshop\, 50 High Street\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Launch
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SUMMARY:'A Summertime Murder' by Mary Grand BOOK LAUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Return to the beautiful coastline of the Isle of Wight in this engrossing and unputdownable cosy mystery! \nSusan never imagined herself an amateur sleuth\, and she certainly never goes looking for trouble\, preferring days spent walking her loyal dogs Libs and Rocco\, and maybe even a dip in the sea to cool off after this interminable heatwave. \nWhen she hears of a break-in at the vet’s where her new neighbour works\, Susan’s curiosity is piqued. \nAnd then\, a few days later\, the lead vet\, Peter\, mysteriously disappears. They assume it’s business related until his body is washed up on the beach close to his clifftop home. \nSusan is convinced he was murdered and slowly discovers that each of the small group of suspects has a motive. Is the killing linked to the break-in… or is this a crime of passion? \nOnce again\, Susan finds herself piecing together clues in her search for the truth. Can she untangle the lies before someone else dies?
URL:https://medinabookshop.com/event/a-summertime-murder-by-mary-grand-book-signing
LOCATION:Medina Bookshop\, 50 High Street\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Book Launch
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SUMMARY:'IT ENDS HERE' author talk with Heidi Perks
DESCRIPTION:In this locked-room thriller\, a peaceful marina town becomes the scene of a terrifying hostage situation when five strangers are trapped inside a café at gunpoint. Outside\, their loved ones receive the worst phone call imaginable: someone they care about is in danger. As the hours tick by and tensions rise\, it becomes clear that one of the five is hiding a secret they would kill to keep. With its evocative island setting and mounting suspense\, It Ends Here brings the drama chillingly close to home. \nHeidi Perks is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Now You See Her—a Richard and Judy Book Club pick—as well as the acclaimed thrillers Come Back for Me\, Three Perfect Liars\, The Other Guest and The Whispers. Known for her brilliantly constructed plots and her sharp insight into the darker side of human relationships\, Heidi has become one of the UK’s most compelling voices in psychological suspense. \nDuring the evening\, Heidi will talk about the inspiration behind It Ends Here\, why she chose the Isle of Wight as the setting for this gripping story\, and how she crafts the twists and secrets that keep readers turning the pages. The event will include an audience Q&A and the opportunity to have books signed. \nWhether you’re already a fan or simply love an unputdownable thriller\, join us for a fascinating evening with a bestselling author whose latest novel brings high-stakes suspense to the Isle of Wight. \n‘Original and twisty. I was gripped from the very first page.’ \nCLAIRE DOUGLAS \n‘A multi-layered\, hugely intriguing story with jump off the page characters – I couldn’t stop turning the pages to find out \nwhat was going on\, loved it!’ \nANDREA MARA \n‘Packed with secrets\, twists\, and smart reveals\, this pulse-pounding thriller kept me guessing until the final page’ \nLUCY CLARKE \n‘An intense\, immersive thriller filled with enough secrets and lies to keep you guessing right to the very end’ \nTM LOGAN \n‘I loved this book. A human story with believable characters and no gratuitous gore. Just my cup of tea.’ \nJANE CORRY\n‘Tense\, twisty and unputdownable’ \nASIA MACKAY \n‘A refreshing take on the ‘whodunnit’. Emotional\, tense and twisty\, as we’ve come to expect from the brilliant Heidi Perks. \nThis is definitely her best yet. An absolute must-read!'  \nCAZ FREAR \n‘Perks combines taut suspense with an extraordinary understanding of human nature and high-stakes relationships. Every\npage tightens the grip on an utterly propulsive plot … immersive\, insightful\, and impossible to put down. I was hooked from \nthe very first page!’\nAMANDA CASSIDY \n‘A gripping exploration of how well we know the people we love.’ \nKELLY MULLEN \n‘Compulsive and gripping\, brilliantly constructed. Heidi Perks is at the top of her game’ \nSABINE DURRANT
URL:https://medinabookshop.com/event/it-ends-here-author-talk-with-heidi-perks
LOCATION:Medina Bookshop\, 50 High Street\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7RR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Author talk,Book Launch
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