Book Launch

The Golden Rule

Announcing ‘The Golden Rule’; a carefully crafted new book that explores the humanist moral ideal of treating others fairly

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‘The Golden Rule’ is a new book by Robin Cade , one that explores the historic unification of a common principle used worldwide. The Golden Rule can be described as the principle of treating others how you wish to be treated yourself. 

The Golden Rule
The Golden Rule by Robin Cade

This is a sentiment that derives from biblical times, acting as a foundation for the Christian Faith. In both the Old and New Testaments, rhetoric is shared of doing “unto others”, what you wish “men should do to you”. However, the Golden Rule is not just pinpointed down to Christianity, as almost all faith traditions can interpret it, including many religions. This idea of reciprocal behaviour is an idea that surpasses personal religious beliefs, transcending into all factions of life. For example, something as simple as a smile or a friendly gesture to someone can benefit both individuals. 

“It is a principle that we can all endeavour to live by. Mr. Cade’s campaign to promote it is highly commendable and has my wholehearted support” – The Rt Hon Jacob Rees-Mogg MP

Robin’s diplomatic approach to the idea of the Golden Rule introduces the reader to a refreshed mindset. One where you are led to question your quality of life, and how you can approach situations in a more positive and practical light. When you prioritise humanity and understanding, you prioritise your own wellbeing. 

Author Robin Cade hopes to start conversations with his findings of his research into the Golden Rule, 

“The Golden Rule principle supports societies to reduce the abuse humans give to each other, to other species and to the planet itself. In the book, I explore various issues and subjects, including global waning, food waste, mental health, greed and abuse.”

You can buy your copy of The Golden Rule here https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1739671600/ 

The Climb

The Climb – an ascent into the childhood’s imagination

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“This is a story that is both tangible and effervescent, exploring the depths of individual morality. “

The Climb is a brand-new children’s book by established author Martin Bissett. Martin has published twelve books, but this is his first illustrated story and his first for children as part of a four-part series. 

The Climb is based on a dream that the six-year-old Martin had, making it an exciting exploration of childhood imagination. The book is written with the perspective of adulthood, as Martin looks back upon a childhood dream as a grown man. 

The book explores the story of a little boy named James, who is six years old, and who is dreaming. James had saved all his pocket money for the toy he’d set his heart on. The small toy shop sits on the top of a big, steep hill. James has to climb the hill, but a chance meeting gives him a big choice to make. 

The Climb is a poignant reflection of where dreams can lead us to, and the interaction with the old man creates a beautiful fable. This is a story that is both tangible and effervescent, exploring the depths of individual morality. The Climb is also a showcase of new and gorgeous illustrations by Pamela Carter.

As Martin describes,

 “This has been a 4 year journey to tell a 39 year old story. To start a new book series for a completely new audience is a very rewarding experience for me. It is an inclusive story and a book for young grown-ups, but also for grown-up children. It’s one for multiple generations of families to enjoy together. All profits from the book sales will go to the Upward Spiral Foundation; a foundation that helps people to feel less helpless, hopeless or homeless”

The Climb is already stocked by 75 libraries in England and Martin is happy to provide readings in schools and libraries across the country. 

The Climb is available from independent retailers and amazon globally:

Independent Retailers

UK

Waterstones (UK): https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-climb/martin-bissett/9781739742102 

WHSmith (UK) https://www.whsmith.co.uk/products/the-climb/martin-bissett/paperback/9781739742102.html 

The Book Depository (UK): https://www.bookdepository.com/The-Climb-Martin-Bissett/9781739742102 

Foyles (UK): https://www.foyles.co.uk/witem/childrens/the-climb,martin-bissett-9781739742102 

Blackwell’s (UK): https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/The-Climb-by-Martin-Bissett/9781739742102 

US 

Barnes & Noble (US): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-climb-martin-bissett/1141251976?ean=9781739742102 

Walmart (US): https://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Climb-Paperback-9781739742102/986619646 

Australia

Booktopia (Australia): https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-climb-martin-bissett/book/9781739742102.html 

Netherlands

Broese: https://www.broese.nl/boek?authortitle=bissett-martin/the-climb–9781739742102 

Switzerland

Lesestoff: https://www.lesestoff.ch/de/detail/ISBN-9781739742102/Bissett-Martin/The-Climb 

Denmark:

Saxo https://www.saxo.com/dk/the-climb_bog_9781739742102 

Portugal

Wook: https://www.wook.pt/livro/the-climb-martin-bissett/26817014 

Hungary

Bookline:  https://bookline.hu/product/home.action?_v=Bissett_Martin_The_Climb&type=200&id=5992338 

Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Climb-Martin-Bissett/dp/1739742109

Being Woake front cover

Political And Social Satire Novel ‘Being Woake’ Shines Light on Local Government

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Not yet 40 years old, Jon Cross (pen name) has been a criminal barrister, wine merchant, landscape gardener, a Conservative councillor and Cabinet member for a district council. 

Jon, sadly, did not achieve greatness in these positions. However, his amusing view of modern political correctness and the world’s ever-increasing conformity gave him an advantage. He can write!

Being Woake follows Sebastian Woake: successful barrister, reluctant politician and a man struggling with political correctness. 

Based on the author’s surprisingly real-life experiences, Being Woake is one man’s sometimes questioning yet amusing and politically incorrect journey attempting to answer the impossible: how to be woke in 21st century Britain?

“Newly elected onto the local district council, Woake’s political career will lead him to contend with the challenges which are quangos, obnoxious Chinese delegations, rampaging bulls, pompous (and occasionally corrupt) councillors, flirtatious colleagues, exploding nightclubs, over-zealous equality and diversity trainers, and dreary civil servants. 

When he is promoted to lead the finance team (as surprising as it is unlooked for) Woake must achieve the impossible; keeping a bankrupt council financially solvent whilst maintaining his tumultuous legal career. Hate crime, Latvian drug traffickers, benefits cheats and an overbearing Head of Chambers are just some of the problems he faces.”

Jon says: 

“Being Woake was written as my response to the on-going campaign of wokeness, raged by those in authority but not necessarily with the consent of the public. All of the events in the novel either happened, or very nearly could have happened had there been another twist of fate. First and foremost, I want the reader to be entertained and to laugh out loud, but I also want the reader to be enlightened about the inner workings of the justice system and local government, both of which have far-reaching consequences for the public.”

Jon now lives in the Surrey Hills with his wife, family and two dogs.