Most Popular Books by Stephen BARKER

Time is the enemy. History is the battlefield. On a covert mission in rural England, battle-hardened British veteran Steve and his elite Special Forces unit are torn from the present and hurled into the chaos of the Battle of Waterloo. Trapped behind Wellington''s lines, survival means more than dodging musket fire-they must stay hidden, protect the timeline, and find a way home. Then Steve sees them. The 95th Rifles-the forebears of his own regiment-about to be annihilated. Letting them die isn''t an option. Saving them could destroy the future. Disguised in period uniforms and armed with twenty-first-century skills, the team infiltrates Wellington''s command, gathering vital intelligence as the battle rages. But history is splintering around them. Derek watches ancestors fall. Lucy meets the man history claims is her dead forefather. And a ruthless French officer, having glimpsed their advanced gear, hunts them across both time and war. As flames consume Hougoumont, their one chance to return home lies buried beneath blood-soaked soil. But escape will demand the ultimate sacrifice-and not everyone will make it back. Explosive, relentless, and unforgettable, Echoes of Waterloo blends pulse-pounding modern warfare with the raw brutality of Napoleonic combat in a high-stakes fight for survival across centuries. Fans of Andy McNab, Jack Higgins, and Bernard Cornwell will be gripped from the first shot to the last.

Dear Young Reader, Welcome to the world of Squeak, a little mouse with a big heart and even bigger adventures! This book is filled with exciting stories about courage, kindness, and the power of friendship. Whether he''s zooming through the meadow on his shiny motorbike, racing to the finish line on Sports Day, or helping his friends overcome their challenges, Squeak reminds us that being small doesn''t mean you can''t make a big difference. As you join Squeak on his incredible journeys, you''ll meet his amazing friends-like Bella, who races in her wheelchair, and Pip, whose determination shines brighter than the sun. Together, they show us that everyone has something unique to offer and that teamwork and kindness can create magic in the world around us. These stories aren''t just about having fun (although there''s plenty of that!). They''re also about learning important lessons: how to believe in yourself, help others, and stand up for what''s right. Just like Squeak, you''ll discover that bravery comes from doing your best and being kind, no matter what challenges you face. So, grab your imagination and get ready for an adventure like no other. The world of Squeak and his friends is waiting for you-and who knows? Maybe you''ll find that you''re a little bit like Squeak, too. Happy reading!

Covert Ops: Characters and Places is your classified mission brief into the high-stakes world of the Covert Ops series-where trust is rare, danger is constant, and survival depends on knowing exactly who''s beside you and what''s waiting ahead. Across six adrenaline-fuelled novels, this companion guide brings you face to face with the people and places that define the covert war. At the heart is Steve-callsign S3-British Special Forces veteran, explosives expert, and tactical planner with a haunted past and an unshakable code. Around him, a loyal team forged in battle: George, the sniper who never misses; Simon, the transport expert with nerves of steel; Derek, the comms officer who reads chaos like a map; and Lucy-intelligence operative, sniper, and Steve''s partner-deadly, precise, and unwavering. But the team don''t operate in a vacuum. This guide exposes the faces in the shadows-ruthless arms dealers, corrupt officials, cartel bosses, rogue operatives, and informants who bleed secrets and lies. Each one with their own objective. Each one a threat in disguise. The battlefield? Global and unforgiving. From sun-scorched Caribbean beaches to the cold alleyways of Eastern Europe, from Middle Eastern oil rigs crawling with surveillance to jungle compounds veiled in fog-every mission is tied to a place steeped in history, conflict, and betrayal. Get under the skin of these hostile zones, with insights into tactical advantages, operational risks, and the layers of story that hide beneath postcard façades. Step into The Island Breeze Café, where lattes mask dead drops. Hear whispers at The Siren''s Call, a beach bar where secrets buy bullets. Cross shadowy jetties and jungle airstrips, repurposed prisons and fortified villas-every location tied to a moment where a life is saved or lost. You''ll also get a close-up of the team''s vehicles: blacked-out SUVs, RHIB boats, and covert aircraft like Spectre, each rigged for speed, stealth, and survival. This isn''t just background-it''s battlefield intelligence. And in this world, knowing who and where can mean the difference between mission success... and body bags.

What can Zebra see and hear in the safari? Find out in this interactive book designed specially for curious little hands! Use the big, sturdy tabs and dials to help you explore the safari and see the roaring lion, the preening peacock and lots of other lively creatures in the busiest safari around! Babies and toddlers will adore these bright, colourful books which really do come to life in their hands!

Flip the flaps to reveal the friendly farm animals - pig, horse, cow, cockerel and sheep - in this fun-filled flap book. A simple but effective new novelty concept and rhyming text combined with bright, appealing illustrations by an exciting new artist make these sturdy books perfect to share with very young children.

Habit Alchemy is a precision field manual for behaviour change-clear intent, clean lines, no fluff. It turns habit science into repeatable drills for bad days. Map cues-routines-rewards, cut power to destructive loops, and build empowering rituals that latch onto anchors already in your day. Motivation is treated as a tool, the environment as terrain, and setbacks as intelligence. Chapters blend neuroscience and psychology with tactics on triggers, disruption, stacking, tracking, and social or digital influences. Learn to design defaults, harden weak points, and recover quickly without losing tempo or morale. The mission concludes with a Personal Habit Alchemy Plan, featuring micro-habits, measurable progress, and compassionate adaptation. Reliability under pressure becomes routine, not luck. Written with disciplined clarity and grounded in UK realism, it turns small actions into lasting transformation-one deliberate rep at a time.

Have you ever wanted a book to read to your dog so he or she could fall asleep faster? Well this is the book for you! "You''re a good boy!" is just that, a night time story for dogs! If you have a dog, like dogs, know someone with a dog or can spell dog you should check this book out!!!

"In August 1914 John Barker left his farm near Geraldine in South Canterbury to go to the Great War. He returned more than five years later after having served in the Canterbury Mounted Rifles at Gallipoli and throughout the Middle East. Drawing on his diary, letters and photographs, this book tells the story of John and his family whose lives were shaped by this formative period in New Zealand history."--Publisher description.

Flip the giant flaps to reveal the friendly sea creatures - crab, penguin, turtle, shark and sea horse - in this fun-filled flap book.