Böcker av Catherine Taylor

Welcome to Avenger Field where daredevil female pilots led by flying ace and cosmetics giant Jackie Cochran battle in the sky and on the ground during WWII to overcome the enemy, whether it's fascism, a hostile society, a sabotaged plane or even themselves in this gripping screenplay based on the real-life adventures of these remarkable women. Avenger Field is unusual as a short novel because it is written in the form of a teleplay, so it is really like reading a play with more descriptive passages of action and visual than plays normally have when published in written form. It is a dramatic interpretation of the story of American women pilots (WASPs) during World War II who served in a variety of non-combat roles important to the war effort. As a dramatic work of historical fiction, it combines a number of real personalities with fictional characters who interact with them. It places the characters in familiar and well-known situations of the early 1940s; engaging them with people whose lives they touched against the backdrop of the most consummating war the world has ever experienced. Kimberley Kates and her co-authors follow some of the first women fliers whose prewar experiences drew them to the beginnings of the move to employ women pilots in roles such as plane ferrying and target towing. Kates, with a background in motion pictures, folds strong visuals into the personal and public stories of these women. The work details the historic rivalry between the two best known female pilots of early WWII, Nancy Love and Jackie Cochran, who intensely lobbied First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and U. S. Army Air Forces chief General Henry Arnold to put women pilots in the military. Ultimately, the two organizations - Love's WAFS and Cochran's WASP - were combined into one. The women never gained full military status during the war even though they served a number of vital aerial functions. Only decades later were they fully recognized for their important contributions to victory.

IF I DO IT, YOU CAN TOO!!As a child, I always knew I was different. I struggled to focus in school and found it hard to follow instructions. My mind would wander off, and I would often be lost in my own thoughts. It wasn't until my teenage years that I was diagnosed with ADHD. I felt relieved to have a name for my struggles, but the diagnosis came with its own challenges. I felt like a failure, unable to keep up with my peers. I would forget assignments, lose track of time, and struggle to complete simple tasks. As I grew older, my struggles followed me. I found myself constantly overwhelmed, struggling to juggle work, relationships, and motherhood. The chaos in my mind was exhausting, and I often felt like giving up. It wasn't until I received tips and support from my friends and family that things started to change. They encouraged me to seek therapy and learn new coping mechanisms. I found myself turning to mindfulness practices and creating routines that helped me stay focused and on track. As a mother, I found these tools to be especially valuable. I was able to create structure in my children's lives, which helped them thrive. I became more patient and present, and I was able to enjoy the small moments that make motherhood so special. Now, I want to share these lessons with others who may be struggling with ADHD. I wrote down all of the tips and tricks I learned throughout my journey in this book, so that others can benefit from my experiences. It's my hope that by sharing my story, I can help others find peace, stability, and joy in their lives. As a woman living with ADHD, you know that it can be a struggle to manage your symptoms and lead a fulfilling life. But you don't have to face it alone. In this powerful book, you'll learn tried-and-true strategies and techniques for managing ADHD at any age. Through real-life stories and expert advice, you'll discover how to overcome common challenges like difficulty focusing, impulsivity, and time management. You'll also learn how to navigate the unique challenges of ADHD in women, such as balancing the demands of work, pregnancy, family, and relationships. With this book as your guide, you'll learn how to: - Understand and accept your ADHD- Develop a personalized action plan for managing your symptoms- Create a supportive environment at home and at work- Improve your focus, concentration, and impulse control- Reduce stress and increase resilience- Strengthen your relationships and support network Whether you're just starting to explore your ADHD diagnosis or you're looking for new ways to manage your symptoms, this book offers the guidance and inspiration you need to thrive. Don't let ADHD hold you back any longer. Take control of your life and start living the way you want to. So grab a copy!!

Outlander meets Birdsong is this haunting debut timeslip novel, where a strange twist of fate connects a British soldier fighting in the First World War with a young woman living in modern-day England a century later.*Shortlisted for the Eharmony/Orion Write Your Own Love Story Prize 2018/19"The characterization is spot-on, as is the historical time-line. Beyond the Moon is not only a page-turner but an intelligent appraisal of medicine, psychology and mental illness over the years. Historical fantasy at its very best." — Historical Novel Society"A poignant and stirring love story... Taylor’s accomplished, genre-bending book succeeds as a historical novel and a beguiling, time travel romance... The sharply written narrative deftly moves back and forth between the past and present." —Kirkus Reviews "A time travel romance, yet so much more than that. It is also an unflinching portrait of the horrors of war, and a look at the torturous extremes a human soul can endure. It is a sonnet to the transformative power of love, even as it is also a criticism of the futility and pointless destructiveness of war." — Shaylin Gandhi, author of By The Light of EmbersIn 1916 1st Lieutenant Robert Lovett is a patient at Coldbrook Hall military hospital in Sussex, England. A gifted artist, he’s been wounded fighting in the Great War. Shell shocked and suffering from hysterical blindness he can no longer see his own face, let alone paint, and life seems increasingly hopeless. A century later in 2017, medical student Louisa Casson has just lost her beloved grandmother – her only family. Heartbroken, she drowns her sorrows in alcohol on the South Downs cliffs – only to fall accidentally part-way down. Doctors fear she may have attempted suicide, and Louisa finds herself involuntarily admitted to Coldbrook Hall – now a psychiatric hospital, an unfriendly and chaotic place.Then one day, while secretly exploring the old Victorian hospital’s ruined, abandoned wing, Louisa hears a voice calling for help, and stumbles across a dark, old-fashioned hospital room. Inside, lying on the floor, is a mysterious, sightless young man, who tells her he was hurt at the Battle of the Somme, a WW1 battle a century ago. And that his name is Lieutenant Robert Lovett…Two people, two battles: one against the invading Germans on the battlefields of 1916 France, the other against a substandard, uncaring mental health facility in modern-day England. Two journeys begun a century apart, but somehow destined to coincide - and become one desperate struggle to be together.Part WW1 historical fiction, part timeslip love story - and at the same time a meditation on the themes of war, mental illness, identity and art - Beyond The Moon sweeps the reader on an unforgettable journey through time. An intelligent read, perfect for book clubs. For fans of Diana Gabaldon, Amy Harmon, Beatriz Williams, Kate Quinn, Kristin Hannah, Kate Morton, Susanna Kearsley and Paullina Simons.