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Having written or contributed to several legal books, I decided to test the, "creative water" and try my hand at writing fiction. This has resulted in three novels, and five rhyming and illustrated childrens books.
Having written or contributed to several legal books, I decided to test the, "creative water" and try my hand at writing fiction. This has resulted in three novels, and five rhyming and illustrated childrens books.
by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, December 2009
"An enthralling insight into how the law can be manipulated for good and ill". Julian Paul is a Wellington barrister with a gambling problem. Anthony Samuels is a remand prisoner and Julian's client. He faces serious drug charges and is desperate for bail. Julian undertakes to arrange this - for an exorbitant fee - by blackmailing a Judge who had a homosexual relationship many years previously. Will Julian succeed? Will he ruin his future and destroy his family in the process? Can same sex relationships be an expression of true love?
Available:via Good Reads , or the author via [email protected]. Soft cover RRP $NZ39.00 plus $6.00 p&p; within New Zealand.
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by David Bates
Now re-published for the global market, August 2015
Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS BENEATH THE CHERRY TREE. Two lives collide, bonds form and a lifelong friendship commences between two men. a secret relationship blooms and endures through marriage and a single son. Robert Paul and Frederick Dalton. Old friends from way back. Way back to the war days, meeting as young soldiers, now dying as old lawyers. Together, one way or another, all of that time, through war and love and the law... Robert Paul's personal attributes quickly brought him success as a commercial lawyer; his advice and counsel legend. Now, he was dead. His son, Julian, a successful barrister plagued by a gambling addiction and constant calls for more and more cash, sees an unique opportunity to blackmail his uncle, Judge Frederick Dalton and in the process solve his urgent problems. Cancer will rob the eminent High Court judge of his life but he leaves a timely legacy to ensure the attempt to pervert the course of justice is thwarted. Will Julian Paul succeed or destroy his family and himself in the process?
Available: via Amazon , or the author via [email protected]. Soft cover RRP $NZ39.00 plus $6.00 p&p; within New Zealand.
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, 2012
"Life was never going to be simple for Travis Whittaker. Oxygen deprived at birth, he would never be as quick as others his age. Younger sister Jennifer instinctively tries to protect him, from predators, from his best friend Jace, and most of all from himself. But, who can these 1950s New Zealand children trust? Waynton Police pick through the pieces of a series of puzzling, seemingly unconnected incidents. They eventually find some answers. But do they, can they discover what really went into the making of Travis? This is a dark, convincing, frighteningly believable tale of things no child should ever have to endure.
Available: via the author [email protected]. Soft cover. RRP $NZ39.00 plus $6.00 p&p; within New Zealand.
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, February 2016
"Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS Classic imprint SHAFTS OF STRIFE... The New Zealand government - led by autocratic Prime Minister Wynyard Nairn - approves the establishment of a USA naval facility, and in the middle of Wellington's pristine harbour. Given the anti-nuclear stance in the country, all hell breaks out! Daily protests and rallies occur and threats of mayhem are made. Within days anarchy rules; Parliament is occupied, the US Embassy is attacked and two die, a major TV communications tower is destroyed and central Wellington is blockaded. But when the International Airport is forced to close, the situation reaches crisis point. The Prime Minister - under increasing pressure from the scale of continuing protests - attacks the Police, threatening to remove their independence and bring in the army. Will Nairn change his mind, is he even listening? ... or will it be up to the people? A story of democratic power and protest!
Available: via Fishpond , or the author via [email protected]. Soft cover RRP $NZ39.00 plus $6.00 p&p; within New Zealand.
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, March 2010
"A delightful rhyming, colourfully illustrated story ideal for children aged 3 to 8 years. A blackbird makes her nest in Poppa's neatly trimmed Eugenia tree and alarms Ollie. But then, he learns it really is the safest place to be, especially if you are newly hatched or dreaming you might be! An ideal anytime story to be read to or by young children, especially at bedtimes. There's even space at the end to write names of birds and plants and other things in your garden or Poppa's and Nana's garden.
Available: via the author via [email protected]. Soft cover. 38pp, 15cm x 21cm, soft cover: RRP NZ$20.00 + p&p; as arranged.
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, 2012
"Where do little sisters come from? Ollie doesn't know but he's happy to have one. Now he'll have a playmate and someone to share his toys. He can't wait for her to grow! Ideal for children aged 3 to 8 years. A companion book to "Poppa There's a Hole in Your Eugenia" with more delightful illustrations by Rina Hiraoka. Both books were written to mark the first birthdays of the author's two youngest grandchildren, Ollie and Morgan.
Available: via the author [email protected] Soft cover. 38pp, 15cm x 21cm, soft cover: RRP NZ$20.00 + p&p; as arranged.
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, 2012
Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS Maestro McNibble Most Mischievous Mouse Full colour Children’s Book KINDI imprint for 2-7 year-olds Volume 1 of 3
Available: via Amazon or the author [email protected] Soft cover. 38pp, 15cm x 21cm, soft cover: RRP NZ$20.00 + p&p; as arranged.
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, 2012
Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS …… Rat-a-Tat Cat: Gets a Friend Full colour Children’s Book Kindi Childrens Book imprint years 2-7 years-old. Volume 2 of 3
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by David Bates
Published in New Zealand, 2012
Published by CUSTOM BOOK PUBLICATIONS …… Ronnie da Rat... and a Mouse and a Cat Full colour Children’s Book KINDI imprint for 2-7 year-olds Volume 3 of 3
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