YOU WANNA FIGHT? FIGHT ME! Or we could have a cup of tea and a biscuit if you prefer. Ever found it hard to get to grips with how to put together a fight scene, or a battle sequence? This guide runs you through the basics, talks about different styles of fighting and weaponry, how to put together fight scenes, plan out battles, and talks about how you include Fantasy or Magical elements as well as the various Dos and Don'ts of writing Action. Now with added flamingos... are we sure that it's spelled like that? There's an aardvark with an Uzi somewhere too.

He was accused of a heinous crime. He was not trusted. His reputation, respectability, and honour all shattered away. He was falling hard in life. She was falling hard for him. A story where accusations are big, deceptions are fierce and love is passionate.

She broke all societal rules. She eloped. She was divorced. She left the realms of Islam. There was no going back... Until one man brought her back to respectability, religion and eventually hope for love. Manal Siddique was the good girl when she met the forbidden man. She fell head over heels for him and eloped breaking her family's heart and spurring rumours. But the marriage ended in a disaster where in just 3 years she was divorced. Anguish-filled Manal ran away from society and her hometown to start a new life. A rebellious life where she sought to break all rules she was taught until she met the grey-eyed and ginger haired Irish male beauty. She was lost, truly lost. But he had conditions and many rules. Dylan Murphy was at peace for finally finding the way to Islam after spending a life in confusion and desolation. He was searching for a pious spouse who would strengthen his faith further. But his eyes never wavered far from the most unruly Muslim woman he had met. He would rather stay miles away from her but fate kept bringing them together. Until it was the inevitable. A journey where opposites clash, faith is questioned and most of all love is found. Content Warning: Some of the content may not be appropriate for young or sensitive people as there is an implicit reference to sexual activity, physical violence and strong language. This is a PG15 book.

Everyone knows the rules of growing up. Once you're eighteen things become clearer, childhood problems melt away, and you're ready to go out and conquer the world. You're now an adult. You can look your parents in the eye as equals. Officially, you're on your own, and now you'll only look back fondly at what you once were, an immature child still learning about life. Or so you'd think. Jake is a young adult who grew up with the support of his family, especially his mother, Elaine. Though he experienced some rough patches as a child and fitting in was a constant challenge, she's been there for him. But it's time for Jake to "grow up" and for him, that means no longer needing his family. It turns out that life without them is a far greater struggle than he ever imagined. Living independently is hard, but admitting it is even harder. Join this true story of conflict and heart-pounding moments, as both mother and son explore the concept of parenting as a lifelong commitment.

In a religious, traditional and loving Muslim family, there lived a girl with loud and different opinions of her own. Unlike the other girls, Mahra believes in transforming her dreams into reality. She is the first independent woman in her 'Arab' family. For a young girl like herself, she goes through a lot of trouble to achieve what she wishes in her life and for her precious Job. Just when she thinks life's going on perfectly, steps in a man who ruins everything that she's built from all these years. Despite all the hatred she holds in her heart for him, somehow fate brings them both together. A beautiful tale of an unfulfilled love story, that is both enchanting and mesmerizing.

My thoughts. My feelings. My desires. My scents...

Meet: Hadiza- Level-headed. Devout. Loving. To the outside world and her closest friends, her life seems picture perfect- fairytale marriage, loving husband, and an adorable son. But Hadiza knows better. Her husband is having an affair, and it looks like her world is set to crumble any moment... Aisha- Wise. Intelligent. Kind. Hadiza's closest pal. Married to the love of her life, runs a thriving business and it seems life couldn't be better. But Aisha is keeping a grave secret from her husband. A secret that threatens to destroy everything she's worked so hard to achieve... Jemima - Boisterous. Optimistic. Funny. At least that's how she appears to the world. Envies Hadiza to the point of obsession. She wants to BE Hadiza... and it's taking a toll on her own marriage. Her husband has had enough and decides to spring a surprise on her... Muslimah- Bold. Daring. Grounded. Has a strong aversion to the male species, due to a traumatic childhood experience. Similar trials plague her for most of her adult life. No one suspects but Muslimah secretly blames God for all her woes... Follow the journey of four friends as they battle to find happiness, absolution, and redemption.

Meet Shah Brothers... Muhammad Zulqarnain Shah, 27 years old, handsome, humble and one of the best actors known today. He is from those people who have luck on their side. Whatever they do, they get successful. Ahmar Shah, the little brother of Zulqarnain. 17 years old, student, arrogant and a troublesome teenager. Both brothers are the total opposite of each other, except their over protectiveness, possessiveness for one person, Hira... Now meet Hira, 26 years old an independent girl. Always cheerful despite all the hardships in her life. She lives her life in her own way, without depending on anyone. But what happened when Hira cross paths with Shah brothers and she found herself stuck between a handsome and sweet possessive big brother and an arrogant little brother. #78 in General Fiction (28-9-2016) Cover by @AdibahRafhanah

"If you give thanks I will increase you" Quran 14:7 _________ One thing about life is certain, it is unpredictable. No one ever knows what events will unfold the next morning. No one knows what the next chapter has in store for them. But no matter what life has to offer, in it there is always a great blessing only if we look for it with an open mind. This is a story of a family who have been leading a fulfilling life. The Maliks lived a life full of fortune. An average person could only wish for such fortune for himself. But like everything else in life, the fortune proved to be temporary. Their life turned upside down in the blink of an eye. They were forced to let go of their most basic luxuries. Times got so tough that the future started seeming bleak. It got harder to hold on especially for their eldest, Manal Malik. Keep reading to find out how events unfold for this family and how they learn to adopt gratitude as a life style. ______ Al-Qurtubi reported: Umar ibn Al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him, heard a man saying, "O Allah, make me among the few." Umar said, "What is this supplication?" The man said, "I refer to the saying of Allah the Exalted: And few of my servants are grateful." (34:13) Umar said, "All of the people know better than you, O Umar!" Source: Tafsīr al-Qurṭubī 34:13

She whirls around like a breath of fresh air Spreading smiles to all those around! She is witty and also commanding - a combo That's very rare to be found. She has a sunny temperament And sports a smile all day long. She trudges on in life with extreme effort And the belief that she is quite strong. People look at her smile and see a common girl. They overlook the desolateness in her eyes. While each day she wars a battle within And comforts herself by weaving a web of lies. There is always an endless abyss inside her, A hollowness which claws her heart out. She yearns for a companion to lean on, Someone to support her in times of drought! Sadly, life has absolutely naught to offer So she wipes her tears and gulps her sorrows away. She gets up, dusts her back, prepares herself To solely face another day. You couldn't bully reality And it would most definitely not comply. It's upto you to understand that there is more to things Than what just meets your eye! Be careful not to get carried away By the fake smile she most often wears. In reality, the sunny glow of her smile Only reflects the depth of her inner scars! __________________________ Follow the journey of Ibrahim and Zahra as they forego their inhibitions, insecurities and finally, fall in love! ( Sequel to Shimmering Love but can be read separately. However, it's best that you read SL before you start on this =) ) Cover credits @BlackRedHeart