Elvis is back. And so are the laughs. Here are another 12 fictional stories about the chaotic lives of Elvis, his family, manager Colonel Parker and the Memphis Mafia who live with him at Graceland, written by the author of 'Elvis: The Siege of Graceland and Other Stories'. In this new collection Prince Charles visits Graceland to celebrate Burns Night; Elvis tries to salvage his career by breaking with his manager; a school is started for wannabe Elvis tribute acts; and President Nixon ha...

A story that brings tears to your eyes, in more ways than one. It touches you so much you it makes you want to cross your legs in sympathy - Nev Fountain, writer at Dead Ringers, author of PainkillerRob Wells has spent much of his adult life coping with chronic pain of different kinds - an embarrassing bowel problem in his early 20s, recurring testicular pain in his late 20s and 30s, and back problems requiring spinal surgery in his early 40s. Con...

"The Bread and Biscuit Baker's and Sugar-Boiler's Assistant" by Robert Wells is a comprehensive guide that serves as an essential resource for bakers and confectioners. This book delves into the art and science of baking, providing detailed recipes and techniques for creating a variety of breads, biscuits, and confections. Wells emphasizes the importance of precision in measurements and the quality of ingredients, ensuring that both novice and experienced bakers can achieve consistent resu...

The title poem of this collection, Robert Wells's first since the Collected Poems and Translations of 2009, revisits in memory the site of the once great Etruscan city of Veii. There as a child the poet discovered an incised potsherd: 'Was that the day when antiquity / – The place where all is over and done – / Took ineluctable hold of me?' The poems return to familiar places and themes from a later 'now', a revised perspective: memories are real, perhaps more vivid than before, but furthe...

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A very different view of the world of Elvis Presley is presented in these comic fictional stories. His manager, Colonel Parker, his family and the Memphis Mafia all feature in episodes such as the siege of Graceland when the military police try to arrest Elvis. Fans of the King of Rock and Roll will learn of Liberace's hair-raising encounter with Elvis's pet chimpanzee, screen legend Greta Garbo coming out of retirement to make a film musical, and the invitation from HM The Queen to Elvis ...

Robert Wells was born in Oxford in 1947. He has worked as a woodman, a teacher and in publishing. His Collected Poems and Translations (Carcanet Press) appeared in 2009.‘...quietly determined and original...for more than 30 years he has pursued the question of landscape, how it might be lived in and worked in, recorded and celebrated.’- Charles Bainbridge, The Guardian.‘Wells inherits a faith in a poem as a thing in itself, that has value in a real world as well as a...

In "The Cat and the King," Robert Welles Ritchie weaves a rich tapestry of narrative that blends fantastical elements with profound social commentary. Set in a whimsical kingdom where creatures are imbued with human traits, Ritchie employs a distinctive literary style characterized by vivid imagery and playful language. The narrative dissects themes of power, loyalty, and the absurdities of royal life, reflecting the literary landscape of early 20th-century American literature, marked by a...

In "The Great Cardinal Seal," Robert Welles Ritchie intricately weaves a tale that explores the intersection of faith, power, and intrigue within the context of a Renaissance-era papacy. This historical fiction novel is marked by Ritchie's rich, evocative prose and meticulous attention to detail, capturing the political machinations and moral dilemmas of a time where the Church held both spiritual and temporal authority. The narrative delves into the symbolism of the titular Cardinal Seal,...

In "Dust of the Desert," Robert Welles Ritchie crafts a meticulously detailed account of the American Southwest, enriching the narrative with vivid descriptions and a profound appreciation for the landscape's historical and cultural complexities. The work merges elements of travel writing, memoir, and scholarly analysis, drawing on a rich tapestry of indigenous histories, settler narratives, and ecological observations. Ritchie's prose is elegant yet accessible, capturing the stark beauty ...

In "Rods of the Law," Robert Welles Ritchie intricately weaves a narrative that explores the intersection of legal systems and societal values. Set against a backdrop of early 20th-century America, the book employs a rich, evocative prose style, reflecting the tensions of a nation grappling with issues of justice, morality, and the evolving conception of the law. Through compelling characters and a meticulously structured plot, Ritchie illustrates the complexities of human behavior in rela...

In "The Gold Pince-Nez," Robert Welles Ritchie crafts a masterful blend of mystery and social commentary set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America. The narrative unfolds through the lens of a complex detective story, intertwining themes of class disparity and the pursuit of justice within a rapidly changing society. Ritchie'Äôs literary style is characterized by sharp prose and vivid descriptions, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the atmospheric details of the era, wh...