Bøger af Jack Scoltock

This is the pioneering tale of the discovery of the Trinidad Valencera of the Spanish Armada of1588 in Kinnagoe bay Co Donegal.It is a tale of research, diving with an objective and much hard slog being overtaken by incredibleluck on a simple training dive. Can you imagine being part of the group taking divers to tenmetres on some of their early dives and returning a result like this? It is also a lesson for thedivers who know that the best diving is in shallow water. The excitement is palpable in thedescription of the diving.The team and their story are well documented for posterity - something missed in the display ofthe artefacts that they discovered. Their behaviour was irreproachable and their guiding objectivewas that the material was national heritage to be preserved for posterity. This is what scubadiving is about It is a great story and makes a good read.

Best Review This is an outstanding book, following the fateful flight of a young air crew fresh in from the States who ditched in the sea on their way to base in England, their subsequent combat stories, and the amazing rediscovery of their B-17 Flying Fortress "The Meltin' Pot" by divers just a few years ago. I knew one of the men on this plane--Lee Kessler--and shortly before he passed away he talked about how excited he was that his original plane had been located. It had been his hope to go see it. The book, by Irish author Jack Scoltock, is a great read certain to interest anyone with even a passing interest in WWII bombers or diving.

Patrick is being bullied at school. One day, on the way home from, he meets a strange old woman who tells him that the fairies have a gift for him. That night Patrick goes to the fairy ring in the hills above his house and there he receives his Gift... But later, when he meets a tall magician and his two strange dog pets and also finds out the old woman is a witch, his adventure begins. A wonderful story from Derry-born author, Jack Scoltock, .

What should a young boy do when he discovers that his father is involved in the IRA? Who can you trust when an insane murderer is trapped on the same train you're riding? How can a Catholic child manage to fit in at a Protestant school in Northern Ireland? From the small towns and byways of rural Northern Ireland, this anthology of short stories from renowned Irish author Jack Scoltock provides a rare glimpse into everyday life in the midst of religious and political strife. From coping with family members in the IRA to the trials of Catholic children attending Protestant schools, these stories reveal the complexities of modern living with a deft and insightful eye.

Here are twelve short stories set during what is known as, "The Troubles."Meet Sean, as he struggles to save an injured deer. Meet Jack, a Catholic at a Protestant school who feels he has to get a sash for his birthday. Meet policeman Barney, who is suffering from Depression. These stories are a kaleidoscope of some of the events that the author observed during his time as a Shopkeeper.

When Ragged, a Rabbit, gets "The Call" to travel to the high country to save the Land, little does he know what dangers lie ahead of him.With his friends, Blackie a Badger, and Goldie, an Eagle, how they save the Land is another wonderful adventure from best-selling Irish author, Jack Scoltock.

Jack Scoltock's second collection of eighteen modern Irish short stories, consist of some quirky tales. A play taken from the story called, The Birthday boy is in My ebook collection by the same name. Jack Scoltock's first collection of short stories, "First Communion", has been reprinted and is for sale widely.

When Henry Cartier and his daughter, Fabienne head into Vastest Forest to check on the health of the many herds of deer that roam there, little do they know what dangers lie ahead of them.Monsters, beasts and elf hunters now roam the forest. And who is the Changling, Shandra, who needs Fabienne to save the fabled Ronderland?Magic is needed to destroy the evil, Guttar who is sending the monsters and beasts out into the Lands. Will Fabienne attain the magic?Another fast-paced fantasy from one of Ireland's best authors.

Patrick, the boy with the Fairy Gift, is off on, "Another Adventure!" This time he tackles more monsters and almost dies, before facing his most dangerous foe yet. Accompanied once again by, Maeveen the witch. Patrick is in for a terrible shock when he finds out who he will have to destroy on this Adventure. An exciting sequel from Irish author, Jack Scoltock

Three teenagers are contacted by superior beings.With Seneca, a weird old man, they go on a quest for the ancient rings.A fantasy like no other.Readers of all ages will enjoy it.

Three Teenagers decide to climb Mount Errigal, the highest mountain in Donegal, Ireland, one Mid-summers day. On top of the mountain, they have the adventure of their young lives. Who are the Staggas, and why is one of the teenagers changing? What are the Chookies? This exciting, fast-paced story from Derry's most published children's author will be enjoyed by all ages.

An ancient Demon has appeared in Derry every thirty years to feed on the souls of young girls. Led by the Voice and with his ally, Father Ignatius Collins, Anthony is once again out to destroy the Demons. But will he be strong enough to destroy the most ancient demon of all?

Bullies prey on the weak. Essentially they are cowards. Public exposure hurts them. When Jack finds out his little sister, Daisy is being bullied by three girls from his class, he is shocked. He's also worried about his father who is in the early stages of Dementia. Determined to stamp out bullying in his school, Jack attempts to set up a bullying squad network to aid the victims and expose the perpetrators. After being beaten up by two male friends of the girl bullies he ends up in hospital, but he is undeterred. And all the time his father's health is deteriorating. Will Jack win out in the end and set up his bully squad and help stamp out the scourge of bullying in his town?

Here is my second collection of short stories. I wrote these during Lockdown. Here we have, among others, a Halloween story, an encounter with an alien from the future, and a young man who has his birthday on the eighteenth anniversary of Bloody Sunday.

Did their grandfather really build a time-machine? When the three children go back in time to Liverpool to save their grandfather's mother from being knocked down by a bus, Jake, Sophie and Daisy find themselves meeting their grandfather when he was a boy. A tongue in cheek fantasy story from one of Ireland's most popular authors.

The year is 1689 and young Davey Alexander and his family are trapped with thirty thousand other Protestants within the City. Besieged by the Catholic Jacobite army, with hunger, constant bombing by cannon fire, disease and surrounded by King James and his army, will the Alexander family survive?

From the author of, Black '47 Native American Poetry.Poems from his collection written "Down the Years" and edited when the author was in Lockdown.

For some reason, the twins, Siobhan and Jim, have had a series of restless nights. Both have heard mysterious noises. Both sense a strange presence. Soon they will make a startling discovery that will change their lives forever. For, unknown to themselves, Jim and Siobhan, possess rare, magical powers. And now their help is needed. The secret world of the leprechauns is in mortal danger. The evil leader, Lucifergus, and his forces seek control and threaten to enslave all the leprechauns in Ireland. Only the strange powers of Jim and Siobhan and the magical King's Chair can save the great leprechaun tribes as they make a long, hazardous trek to the sacred mountain, Pitgartegan. The Quest of the Royal Twins is an exciting, action-packed adventure in which the twins begin to enjoy using their strange powers and discover why they have been called upon to assist the leprechauns.

These short poems by Irish author, Jack Scoltock, are thoughtful and show a way of life of the Native Americans in a bygone age when their lands were stolen and their culture trampled on by the government at the time. Black '47 is dedicated to the Choctaw Nation.

All hell breaks loose at the golden wedding anniversary celebrations of the McPartland family in Derry. A visit by the Blessed Virgin Mary to some of the children causes more trouble. A black comedy from Derry author, Jack Scoltock

Chalice, the sacred supreme unicorn, has been captured with other unicorns, by the Weers- wolf-like monsters, whose evil leader, Rashark, is stealing all of their magic. And because Chalice has the most powerful of magic of all the unicorns, Rashark wants him the most. For the moment, Chalice's disguise is keeping him from Rashark's notice--but it won't hide him for long. In the meantime, a mysterious old man appears at an orphanage in Ireland. He tells a small boy named Eoin that he is the only one in all the lands with the power to rescue Chalice. When he reveals Eoin's secret powers, the boy reluctantly agrees to help. But will Eoin's magic be enough to rescue Chalice from Rashark's lair before it's too late?

Monsters, monsters and more monsters, in this fantastic adventure from Jack Scoltock, one of Irieland's best authors for children.Go on a quest with Warner the magician and Taar, a boy who is special, as they search for the ancient magic.Meet Sylva the queen of the sprites, Cursela the glen witch and other fantastical beings in this exciting adventure children of all ages will enjoy.

Gerard and Patrick are brothers. Patrick is autistic. One night while watching TV with his brother, Gerard notices how excited Patrick gets when a program about dolphins is shown. Gerard makes up his mind to somehow get Patrick to the south of Ireland where the famous Dolphin, Fungie lives. But his mother's boyfriend, an unsavory character, convinces her that Patrick would be better off in a Home for special children. With the help of Spike and his girlfriend Scat, Gerard and his girlfriend, Kelly, steal a car and pursued by the I.R.A. they go on a mad chase across Ireland. An exciting, moving, modern story set in Derry and Ireland. From best selling author, Jack Scoltock.

Go on a quest with Calle a half-blood and Talisman, legendary hunter, as they travel through the lands on their quest to find the lost ring of the elves. And all the time the worst monster of all is trying to kill them.Another terrific fantasy from one of Ireland's best writers for children, Jack Scoltock