Paul Hurst


Publisher info

An accidental publisher!

Working as a musician and magician, as well as running my own companies providing entertainment for weddings parties and corporate events, I wrote a 'get comfy slow' book (as opposed to 'get rich quick'!) on my own triumphs and failures, File under business or humour.

But the experience of hiring someone else to convert the printed book into an electronic one was not an outstanding success, and I ended up having to do a lot of the work myself.

I suppose, being a slightly geeky pedantic nit-picker, I was never going to be totally happy not doing it all myself anyway.

Fellow authors started asking me to convert their books as well, and I remembered some excellent titles that were out of print so converted those as well. It seemed a shame not to use all that new-found knowledge.

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Nickolai of the North    by Lucy Daniel Raby
Price: $2.99 USD. 76330 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on November 2, 2011. .

Nickolai is the last true elf left in the world, rescued from the fate of his people by Comet, a flying reindeer. This is the thrilling story of how Santa Claus came to be.
The Green Dragon    by Robert Mayfield
Price: $0.99 USD. 8520 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on October 24, 2011. .

As in The Sundial, Jack and his mum find themselves caught up in the world of the Flying Castle Stories when Jack notices that the unicorn on the front of the ‘castle’ has new legs! In the best dream of his life Jack finds out exactly what did happen to the unicorn, and how it was rescued from the dragon’s lair.
The Fabulous Dreams of Maggie De Beer    by Andrew Crofts
Price: $2.99 USD. 70210 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on September 6, 2011. .

Fifteen year-old Maggie arrives in London on the run from her humdrum suburban life, determined to make it big in show business. For more than thirty years she is exploited by both men and the media. She struggles against endless set-backs and disappointments, always remaining optimistic, always believing that this time her big break has come...
The Flying Castle Stories, 7, 8 and 9    by Robert Mayfield
Price: $0.99 USD. 7580 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on September 5, 2011. .

The flying castle once again takes off crewed by a bear, a lion, a little dog, a tiny genie and Rosalinda the Ladye Fayre. Here they deal with a giant squid, violent rushing winds, and an invasion of chickens!
The Flying Castle Stories, 4, 5 and 6    by Robert Mayfield
Price: $0.99 USD. 4820 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on September 5, 2011. .

This second book continues to celebrate the life and times of a small English town where we meet up with the ghostly, but kindly Dan Roberts, a baby blackbird being cared for by Jack’s mum, and the trainee wizard, Robin Aide, one of the main characters from The Time Chase.
Cherry Blossoms, Sushi and Takarazuka, Seven Years in Japan    by Jill Rutherford
Price: $7.99 USD. 100430 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on August 30, 2011. .

This book covers seven years in Japan and is the true story of how a British woman, with no influential friends, little money, no job or qualifications to get a job there, could realise her dream of living and working in Japan and survive and prosper in one of the world’s most ancient cultures; where real life is hidden under a veil of good manners and everything takes on a different meaning.
The Flying Castle Stories, 1, 2 and 3    by Robert Mayfield
Price: Free! 6840 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on August 23, 2011. .

The quirky and iconic Town Hall in Horsham, Sussex was the inspiration for The Flying Castle Stories. Rebuilt to look like a castle in 1812, it has stood on the site in many different forms for over 600 years. Enter a world inhabited by the likes of Greatlion, Rosalinda and Barnie the Bear.
Barn Dances, Country Dances & Ceilidhs    by Paul Hurst
Price: Free! 3510 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on August 14, 2011. .

What is the difference between a barn dance and a ceilidh? Which ones work best, what will you need to put one on and what are the problems to look out for? The author has been playing folk music since the late 1970's - here are a few hints, tips and some general advice on how to run one of your own.
Eight questions to ask yourself before you book a band    by Paul Hurst
Price: Free! 4360 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on August 14, 2011. .

Do you want to book a band, but don't know how to get the best group or what questions to ask? 'Poachers make the best gamekeepers'! Use this chance to draw on the experience of a performer active since the late 1970's. Going public with this information has not exactly made him 'Mr. Popular' with some other musicians, but it can help you to weed out the 'cowboys' and bands to avoid at all costs.
Poppy's Quest    by Rosemary Wilkie
Price: $2.99 USD. 35970 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on August 4, 2011. .

The riveting adventures of an 11 year old girl who learns to dowse. Her father went missing when she was five, and she is sure he is still alive. But she must find him quickly, because her mother has a new boyfriend, who has horrible children. . . .
Emily and the Angels    by Rosemary Wilkie
Price: $2.99 USD. 50420 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on June 12, 2011. .

The enthralling adventures of modern day heroines who set out to save the world and are themselves transformed. They survive terrifying encounters with baddies, helped by friends seen and unseen. The story is alive with images that call forth the imaginative skills of the young to help them meet their own everyday challenges.
Tom and Who?    by Rosemary Wilkie
Price: $2.99 USD. 21320 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on June 5, 2011. .

While staying with Grandma, Tom becomes involved in a mystery. Children's pets are being stolen. Why? Tom and his new friends are determined to find the missing puppies and kittens, and embark the scariest adventure of their lives. Tom has some unseen help along the way from ... Who? Illustrated by Zoe Collard.
Fortune Reading with Tarot Cards    by Paul Hurst
Price: $0.99 USD. 8450 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on May 19, 2011. .

Written by an experienced performer, and drawing on experience in mentalism and psychology, this is NOT a book for anyone with a closed mind about how fortune telling works. It is for those who want to learn how to use tarot cards to give readings, and concentrates on facts, techniques and the skills required. No 'wafferty' content, this is a practical guide which also covers ethical concerns.
Goddess in Pyjamas    by Lucy Daniel Raby
Price: $2.99 USD. 60440 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on May 12, 2011. .

1 star(4.91)
When 12 year old Venus Matthews is abducted in the middle of the night to a faraway planet to find she is the living re-incarnation of their male God Sunev, she just wants to go home. Her parents will be worried sick and she’s got a maths test tomorrow. But destiny compels her to stay and save this world…...and she's only got till tomorrow morning earth time to do it!
Coming of Age    by Ros Glancey
Price: $2.99 USD. 60850 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on May 11, 2011. .

(4.00)
When Jessica's husband of 34 years left her for a younger woman, she thought her life would be solitary thereafter. How wrong she is: with her children, grandchildren, friends and neighbours and Mother downing cans of Red Bull in her retirement home, plus the activities that go on in a small town, her life is often very funny. There is even new love. Humorous chicklit for the older woman.
Shaikh-Down    by David Gee
Price: $2.99 USD. 81110 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on May 8, 2011. .

0.75 star(4.67)
David Gee's 'blueprint' for Revolution on a fictitious island in the Persian Gulf offers a comic alternative to the grim events currently happening in those states struggling to achieve Regime Change. 'Witty, entertaining, raunchy and very well written,' said Peter O'Donnell, creator of Modesty Blaise.
St. George at Denbies    by Paul Hurst
Price: Free! 2730 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on April 25, 2011. .

Denbies Wine Estate (Dorking, England), plays host to a "St George’s Day Celebration Supper" in April. As well as a sumptuous banquet plus minstrels, jesters and magicians, guests (being a pretty bright bunch) are invited to take part in a literary competition. Now updated to include the 2012 competition, as well as winners and finalists from the previous years.
How to Out-Sell, Out-Market, Out-Promote, Out-Advertise Everyone Else You Compete Against... Before They Even Know What Hit Them    by Paul Gorman
Price: $9.99 USD. 67180 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on April 7, 2011. .

Powerful strategies, methods, concepts and techniques to rapidly increase your sales, multiply your profits and skyrocket your personal wealth. "This book is an eye-opener to success and wealth through proven strategies - if you don't feel inspired when you read it, you best check yourself for a pulse!" "The sales from one specific ad increased from £2,000 to £11,000 - I call that spectacular"
The Game Of Business And How To Play It    by Paul Gorman
Price: $6.99 USD. 17190 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on March 30, 2011. .

(5.00)
The 21 steps to irrefutable success and great personal wealth in business. Tens of thousands of business owners, directors and professionals have taken Paul Gorman's powerful marketing advice and seen their enterprises shoot to the sky in just months (typically 18-36 months).
The Superstar Staff Solution    by Hollie Gomez
Price: Free! 29420 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on March 29, 2011. .

Revere excellence in your business by bringing out the natural superstars in your staff. Whatever your business position or title, no matter whether you are responsible for one or a hundred staff, there is imperative information, strategies and method revealed in this book to help you find, recruit, train, nurture and bring out the Superstar performance from your employees.
Medieval Banquets for weddings, parties, ‘corporate’ and fund raising events    by Paul Hurst
Price: Free! 2600 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on March 17, 2011. .

Some ideas for those interested in holding a medieval banquet for a wedding, corporate party or fund raising event.
Fund Raising Events    by Paul Hurst
Price: Free! 5240 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on March 17, 2011. .

A few hints, tips and ideas for anyone wanting to raise funds for their club, society or organisation
Wedding & Civil Partnership Entertainment    by Paul Hurst
Price: Free! 4970 words. Published by Paul Hurst  on March 16, 2011. .

A practical guide with entertainment options for couples getting married or holding a civil partnerships. Includes eight questions to ask any band or performer before you part with any hard-earned cash

Books

Business Survival & Prosperity Guaranteed    by Paul Hurst 
Price: $2.99 USD. 66980 words. Published on March 23, 2011. Nonfiction.

(5.00 from 1 review)
A practical, easy to read, step-by step guide for anyone hoping to start their own business. Many hands-on, ‘do-able’ tips and examples are given drawn from real life experience in a wide range of companies. Readers can make a success of any enterprise, as long as they do one simple thing: apply what they read!
Creating ebooks    by Paul Hurst 
Price: Free! 10350 words. Published on March 17, 2011. Nonfiction.

0.5 star(4.50 from 4 reviews)
A quick and simple guide on how ebooks differ from their printed cousins, how you can create your own, and how you can cover pretty much the whole market using Smashwords and Amazon. Has some low cost D.I.Y ideas, as well as minimum hassle options. Revised in January 2012

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