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Welcome. Take a seat. Help yourself to a book.
You've reached the home of indie author, James N. Parkes.
His debut novel "How to mend a broken Mallet" is available to purchase from Amazon, or a personalised copy can be ordered directly from James (below) with an optional hand-finished Mallet-themed bookmark (website exclusive).
Essential NEW book!
Have you ever thought that life’s too short for ironing underwear, apologising to furniture, or waiting for printers to start working?
This playful guide is a reminder that while the world is full of nonsense, we get to choose how seriously we take it.
Packed with bite-sized reflections, quirky wisdom, and a wink at life’s daily frustrations, Life’s Too Short For… invites you to laugh at the ridiculous and love what really matters.
Whether it’s tangled headphones, endless hold music, or the mystery of disappearing teaspoons, this book celebrates the joy of letting go and making more room for the good stuff.
Perfect for dipping into when you need a smile, or gifting to anyone who needs a reminder that life is better when we stop sweating the small stuff.
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Testimonials...
"I did not want the story to end. I couldn't put the book down!"
"It's made a massive impression on me.
Well done!"
"Since finishing the book,
I miss having Gary Mallet in my life."
"Perfectly written and so much resonated with me. Chuckles and now watery eyes and goosebumps."
"I wanna hug the book."
"The author has drawn a very believable character that many will relate to."
A percentage of profits from all sales will be donated to Men's Suicide Prevention Charity "Andy's Man Club"
James N. Parkes is an independently published author.
The books are printed on demand via Amazon KDP and may take 7-10 days to be delivered.
But it'll be worth it.