Wayne Gerard Trotman
Wayne Gerard Trotman is a British award-winning writer, filmmaker, artist, photographer, composer and producer of electronic music. Born in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, he immigrated to England in 1984 where he studied painting under Daphne Todd OBE at the Heatherley School of Fine Art in Chelsea, London.
In 1985, his acrylic painting, ‘Psychedelic Eric’, was chosen for the London Youth Festival Exhibition. Between the late 1980s and mid-1990s, Trotman produced compositions for British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB); as well as low budget independent film productions. He completed his second feature film script titled ‘Ashes to Ashes’ in 1994; and in 1995, his short film – ‘London: Metropolis of the Future’ premiered at the British Short Film Festival. Trotman, who has trained in several martial arts disciplines, directed, co-produced, scored and edited the British independent film Ashes to Ashes in 1998 - arguably the world’s first digital feature film and Britain’s first martial arts movie. He also played the film’s lead role of Gabriel Darbeaux and used real martial arts weapons including the nunchaku or two-piece rod.
In 2006, Trotman co-produced a training DVD, which tackles the cause of anxiety and panic attacks: The Fight or Flight Response. Shortly after the birth of his second son, he embarked on what would become a 3-year labour of love - writing 'Veterans of the Psychic Wars'. This stand-alone epic novel pays homage to his lifelong love of science fiction and is lovingly dedicated to his mother and her sister. As with all his work, 'Veterans of the Psychic Wars' offers a multicultural experience. It contains words, names and phrases from over 24 languages including Ancient Egyptian, Sumerian, Armenian, Sanskrit, Hebrew and Swahili. This is complemented by references to ancient history, myth and religion, and supplemented by appendices and an extensive 8-page glossary of terms.
In 2012, Trotman released the eBook, ‘Ashes to Ashes: Screenplay’ and became Kingston upon Thames adult intellectual chess champion. In January 2014, he was at number one on the ReverbNation Electronica music chart for the UK and 6th globally.
Between 2010 and 2015, Trotman wrote the first instalment of the ‘Kairi Chronicles’ titled ‘Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest’, which is also set in the fictional universe he created for Veterans of the Psychic Wars. Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest is a coming-of-age, science-fiction adventure story set in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and presented with much of its dialogue in authentic Trinidadian Creole. The epic novel explores the culture of Trinidad and Tobago and combines legends and characters from Trinbago folklore, including Papa Bois, Soucouyant, Douen and Mama Dlo, with the themes of wildlife conservation, redemption, and forgiveness. The novel was academically reviewed in Supernatural Literature, a 3-volume encyclopaedia published by St. James Press covering the literature of the supernatural across the canon, including such notable works as Shakespeare's Hamlet, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
Following his first visit to Cuba, in 2015, Trotman published two photographic books celebrating the unique history and culture of the island: ‘Images of Cuba’ and ‘Classic Cars of Cuba’. In 2016, he collaborated with his wife, Sherrie, to produce the premium hardcover cookbook, ‘Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Recipes’.
In October 2019, Trotman announced the publication of the first of six illustrated children's books under the umbrella of ‘Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories’. ‘The Last Honey Bee’ aims to educate young children regarding the importance of honey bees while urging them not to harm these important pollinators. In rhyme, the book introduces the worker bee, Manderlee, and illustrates the differences between honey bees and other insects such as wasps. To help create a better environment for bees, children are encouraged to plant wildflowers. ‘A Tiger’s Tale’ draws attention to the plight of the critically endangered Sumatran tiger and also depicts the Sumatran rhino, Sumatran elephant and Sumatran orangutan.
Wayne Gerard Trotman is the most quoted author of Caribbean origin. His photographs are available via Getty Images, and he runs the award-winning blog: Red Moon Chronicle for which he has interviewed some of the biggest names in science fiction and fantasy, including Syd Mead, John Howe, Alan Dean Foster, Robert J. Sawyer, Linda Nagata, Chris Moore, Fred Gambino and Kevin J. Anderson.
In 1985, his acrylic painting, ‘Psychedelic Eric’, was chosen for the London Youth Festival Exhibition. Between the late 1980s and mid-1990s, Trotman produced compositions for British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB); as well as low budget independent film productions. He completed his second feature film script titled ‘Ashes to Ashes’ in 1994; and in 1995, his short film – ‘London: Metropolis of the Future’ premiered at the British Short Film Festival. Trotman, who has trained in several martial arts disciplines, directed, co-produced, scored and edited the British independent film Ashes to Ashes in 1998 - arguably the world’s first digital feature film and Britain’s first martial arts movie. He also played the film’s lead role of Gabriel Darbeaux and used real martial arts weapons including the nunchaku or two-piece rod.
In 2006, Trotman co-produced a training DVD, which tackles the cause of anxiety and panic attacks: The Fight or Flight Response. Shortly after the birth of his second son, he embarked on what would become a 3-year labour of love - writing 'Veterans of the Psychic Wars'. This stand-alone epic novel pays homage to his lifelong love of science fiction and is lovingly dedicated to his mother and her sister. As with all his work, 'Veterans of the Psychic Wars' offers a multicultural experience. It contains words, names and phrases from over 24 languages including Ancient Egyptian, Sumerian, Armenian, Sanskrit, Hebrew and Swahili. This is complemented by references to ancient history, myth and religion, and supplemented by appendices and an extensive 8-page glossary of terms.
In 2012, Trotman released the eBook, ‘Ashes to Ashes: Screenplay’ and became Kingston upon Thames adult intellectual chess champion. In January 2014, he was at number one on the ReverbNation Electronica music chart for the UK and 6th globally.
Between 2010 and 2015, Trotman wrote the first instalment of the ‘Kairi Chronicles’ titled ‘Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest’, which is also set in the fictional universe he created for Veterans of the Psychic Wars. Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest is a coming-of-age, science-fiction adventure story set in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and presented with much of its dialogue in authentic Trinidadian Creole. The epic novel explores the culture of Trinidad and Tobago and combines legends and characters from Trinbago folklore, including Papa Bois, Soucouyant, Douen and Mama Dlo, with the themes of wildlife conservation, redemption, and forgiveness. The novel was academically reviewed in Supernatural Literature, a 3-volume encyclopaedia published by St. James Press covering the literature of the supernatural across the canon, including such notable works as Shakespeare's Hamlet, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and J. K. Rowling's Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
Following his first visit to Cuba, in 2015, Trotman published two photographic books celebrating the unique history and culture of the island: ‘Images of Cuba’ and ‘Classic Cars of Cuba’. In 2016, he collaborated with his wife, Sherrie, to produce the premium hardcover cookbook, ‘Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Recipes’.
In October 2019, Trotman announced the publication of the first of six illustrated children's books under the umbrella of ‘Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories’. ‘The Last Honey Bee’ aims to educate young children regarding the importance of honey bees while urging them not to harm these important pollinators. In rhyme, the book introduces the worker bee, Manderlee, and illustrates the differences between honey bees and other insects such as wasps. To help create a better environment for bees, children are encouraged to plant wildflowers. ‘A Tiger’s Tale’ draws attention to the plight of the critically endangered Sumatran tiger and also depicts the Sumatran rhino, Sumatran elephant and Sumatran orangutan.
Wayne Gerard Trotman is the most quoted author of Caribbean origin. His photographs are available via Getty Images, and he runs the award-winning blog: Red Moon Chronicle for which he has interviewed some of the biggest names in science fiction and fantasy, including Syd Mead, John Howe, Alan Dean Foster, Robert J. Sawyer, Linda Nagata, Chris Moore, Fred Gambino and Kevin J. Anderson.
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Veterans of the Psychic Wars
Military Science Fiction
Thought is more dangerous than you think...Roman Doyle has been living a normal life as a married 25-year-old schoolteacher. When five large men attack him, he’s confident in his ability to defend himself. But, this isn’t an ordinary mugging. Roman doesn’t know that he is Prince Sakara, heir apparent of the True Emperor of a distant galaxy and his muggers are agents, sent to kill him.
Roman’s life is saved by Chi-Ro Jin, a Veteran of the Psychic Wars. Chi-Ro’s mission is to secure Roman’s help in an interstellar battle between the forces of his father, the Emperor, and those of his uncle, the Baron.
Chi-Ro injects Roman with an alien drug that awakens Roman’s dormant psychic and astral abilities and he discovers a shocking alien plot that threatens humanity. Will Roman be able to overcome his fears, master the martial art of Hatari Ikou, and learn the secrets of astral projection?
Follow this epic journey to the Cosmic Sea where Roman faces evil and danger in uncharted space, as he attempts to rescue his wife, retrieve the sword of power, and end the Second Psychic Wars.
Reviews:
"This is a great book! The actions starts in the first paragraph and doesn’t stop until the last with no slowing down." ~ Tony-Paul ('A Splash of Scarlet' Blog).
"‘Star Wars’ meets ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ is a fine description of Veterans of the Psychic Wars, as long as you realize that the hero isn’t a wimp like Luke Skywalker and that the amazing warriors of Crouching Tiger would be toast before this story hits its stride." ~ Clayton Clifford Bye (Professional Reviewer).
"‘Veterans of the Psychic Wars’ is a ‘heroic mono-myth’ as described by Joseph Campbell in his book ‘The Hero with a Thousand Faces’; as such, fans of ‘Star Wars’, ‘The Matrix’, or ‘Dune’ should enjoy it. I highly recommend this book." ~ The Dark (Smashwords Reviewer)
“Veterans of the Psychic Wars was a real thrill to read… It has everything a good story should have with various sub-plots, conflicted characters, interesting twists and edge-of the seat alien encounters.” ~ Sonya Iovieno (Amazon Reviewer)
"I highly recommend this book if you are a Sci-fi lover for it has everything you are looking for; Star Wars meets Enter the Dragon. Be prepared to be hanging off the edge of your seat wanting more." ~ Rayven ('Darkiss Reads' Blog).
“This is a well written and well thought out book… [It has] some of the imperialistic feel of Dune (Frank Herbert), the ideas from the Matrix (training within dream worlds), the Primes within the Talents (Anne McCaffrey), and the technology of Babylon 5 and Star Wars.” ~ Mike Thompson (Amazon Reviewer)
“I was thrilled to come across Veterans of the Psychic Wars. It really is a sweeping, old style space opera in form, but with a depth of detail and personality development beyond anything I have read in a long time… The evolving personal interactions, not always positive, between friends, mentors and ambiguous allies old and new all serve to ground the narrative convincingly. It also has to be said, the ultimate enemies here are stomach-churningly gruesome.” ~ Oana (Amazon Reviewer)
Sample Chapter
Thought is more dangerous than you think...Roman Doyle has been living a normal life as a married 25-year-old schoolteacher. When five large men attack him, he’s confident in his ability to defend himself. But, this isn’t an ordinary mugging. Roman doesn’t know that he is Prince Sakara, heir apparent of the True Emperor of a distant galaxy and his muggers are agents, sent to kill him.
Roman’s life is saved by Chi-Ro Jin, a Veteran of the Psychic Wars. Chi-Ro’s mission is to secure Roman’s help in an interstellar battle between the forces of his father, the Emperor, and those of his uncle, the Baron.
Chi-Ro injects Roman with an alien drug that awakens Roman’s dormant psychic and astral abilities and he discovers a shocking alien plot that threatens humanity. Will Roman be able to overcome his fears, master the martial art of Hatari Ikou, and learn the secrets of astral projection?
Follow this epic journey to the Cosmic Sea where Roman faces evil and danger in uncharted space, as he attempts to rescue his wife, retrieve the sword of power, and end the Second Psychic Wars.
Reviews:
"This is a great book! The actions starts in the first paragraph and doesn’t stop until the last with no slowing down." ~ Tony-Paul ('A Splash of Scarlet' Blog).
"‘Star Wars’ meets ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ is a fine description of Veterans of the Psychic Wars, as long as you realize that the hero isn’t a wimp like Luke Skywalker and that the amazing warriors of Crouching Tiger would be toast before this story hits its stride." ~ Clayton Clifford Bye (Professional Reviewer).
"‘Veterans of the Psychic Wars’ is a ‘heroic mono-myth’ as described by Joseph Campbell in his book ‘The Hero with a Thousand Faces’; as such, fans of ‘Star Wars’, ‘The Matrix’, or ‘Dune’ should enjoy it. I highly recommend this book." ~ The Dark (Smashwords Reviewer)
“Veterans of the Psychic Wars was a real thrill to read… It has everything a good story should have with various sub-plots, conflicted characters, interesting twists and edge-of the seat alien encounters.” ~ Sonya Iovieno (Amazon Reviewer)
"I highly recommend this book if you are a Sci-fi lover for it has everything you are looking for; Star Wars meets Enter the Dragon. Be prepared to be hanging off the edge of your seat wanting more." ~ Rayven ('Darkiss Reads' Blog).
“This is a well written and well thought out book… [It has] some of the imperialistic feel of Dune (Frank Herbert), the ideas from the Matrix (training within dream worlds), the Primes within the Talents (Anne McCaffrey), and the technology of Babylon 5 and Star Wars.” ~ Mike Thompson (Amazon Reviewer)
“I was thrilled to come across Veterans of the Psychic Wars. It really is a sweeping, old style space opera in form, but with a depth of detail and personality development beyond anything I have read in a long time… The evolving personal interactions, not always positive, between friends, mentors and ambiguous allies old and new all serve to ground the narrative convincingly. It also has to be said, the ultimate enemies here are stomach-churningly gruesome.” ~ Oana (Amazon Reviewer)
Sample Chapter
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Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest
Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Young Adult/Teen
Legends are immortal dreams made flesh…
Kaya Abaniah believes he’s an ordinary fourteen-year-old college student. He lives with his mother on the Caribbean island of Trinidad; he’s passionate about wildlife conservation and has a crush on the prettiest girl in his class.
However, one fateful day, Kaya’s life is changed forever when he encounters Papa Bois, a folklore character similar to the Greek god, Pan. Kaya learns he has the talent. He’s a telepath, and he’s not alone. He discovers that men in black are constantly watching him, Soucouyant, the shape-shifting vampire wants his blood, and his packed lunch is never safe.
Will Kaya succeed in protecting his relatives and friends from the supernatural evils that lurk on the tropic isle? Can he reveal the shape-shifter’s secret identity? And, why on Earth is the most gorgeous girl, he’s ever known, so interested in him?
Follow Kaya’s struggles with love, rivalry, and academic life, as he confronts the terrifying creatures of Trinidad and Tobago’s folklore, and unlocks the shocking mystery of Papa Bois, the father of the forest.
About Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest:
Kaya Abaniah (Kah-yuh Abba-na-yuh) is a boy's name. Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest is a unique story, set in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. In this two-island Caribbean nation, inhabited primarily by people of African and Indian descent, Trinidadian English is the official spoken language, and Standard English is the official written language. However, Kaya speaks authentic Trinidadian Creole, which is similar, but distinct from Tobagonian Creole. Trinbagonians (Trinidadians and Tobagonians) use Creole in spontaneous conversation, while Trinidadian English is often reserved for more formal speech. Various combinations of English, Trinidadian English, and Creole are not uncommon.
Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest was the most recent work academically reviewed in Supernatural Literature, a 3-volume encyclopaedia published by St. James Press, which covers literature of the supernatural across the canon, including such notable works as Homer's Iliad, Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
About the Author:
Wayne Gerard Trotman is a Trinidadian British author, blogger, filmmaker, artist, photographer, composer and producer of electronic music. Born in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Trotman immigrated to England in 1984, where he lives with his wife and two sons.
"The author takes a medley of science fiction tropes, from aliens and spaceships to telepathy and artificial intelligence and creates an epic, universe-building tale."
Sample Kaya Abaniah
Legends are immortal dreams made flesh…
Kaya Abaniah believes he’s an ordinary fourteen-year-old college student. He lives with his mother on the Caribbean island of Trinidad; he’s passionate about wildlife conservation and has a crush on the prettiest girl in his class.
However, one fateful day, Kaya’s life is changed forever when he encounters Papa Bois, a folklore character similar to the Greek god, Pan. Kaya learns he has the talent. He’s a telepath, and he’s not alone. He discovers that men in black are constantly watching him, Soucouyant, the shape-shifting vampire wants his blood, and his packed lunch is never safe.
Will Kaya succeed in protecting his relatives and friends from the supernatural evils that lurk on the tropic isle? Can he reveal the shape-shifter’s secret identity? And, why on Earth is the most gorgeous girl, he’s ever known, so interested in him?
Follow Kaya’s struggles with love, rivalry, and academic life, as he confronts the terrifying creatures of Trinidad and Tobago’s folklore, and unlocks the shocking mystery of Papa Bois, the father of the forest.
About Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest:
Kaya Abaniah (Kah-yuh Abba-na-yuh) is a boy's name. Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest is a unique story, set in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. In this two-island Caribbean nation, inhabited primarily by people of African and Indian descent, Trinidadian English is the official spoken language, and Standard English is the official written language. However, Kaya speaks authentic Trinidadian Creole, which is similar, but distinct from Tobagonian Creole. Trinbagonians (Trinidadians and Tobagonians) use Creole in spontaneous conversation, while Trinidadian English is often reserved for more formal speech. Various combinations of English, Trinidadian English, and Creole are not uncommon.
Kaya Abaniah and the Father of the Forest was the most recent work academically reviewed in Supernatural Literature, a 3-volume encyclopaedia published by St. James Press, which covers literature of the supernatural across the canon, including such notable works as Homer's Iliad, Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone.
About the Author:
Wayne Gerard Trotman is a Trinidadian British author, blogger, filmmaker, artist, photographer, composer and producer of electronic music. Born in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Trotman immigrated to England in 1984, where he lives with his wife and two sons.
"The author takes a medley of science fiction tropes, from aliens and spaceships to telepathy and artificial intelligence and creates an epic, universe-building tale."
Sample Kaya Abaniah
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Ashes to Ashes: Screenplay
Screenplay, Gangsters, Martial Arts, Action
The screenplay for 'Ashes to Ashes', a Red Moon Production, a Wayne Gerard Trotman film.
WARNING: NOT SUITABLE FOR MINORS - Contains Sex, Violence, Strong Language and Drug Use.
OUTLINE:
Life, death, love and lust in the dark underworld of London's West End...
The Writer: The Story revolves around Gabriel Darbeaux, a young screenwriter and martial arts enthusiast who supplements his income by escorting wealthy women. Gabriel's latest screenplay is a thriller entitled 'Ashes to Ashes'.
The Girl: When a chance encounter brings the beautiful and mysterious Arabella Simone into his life, Gabriel finds that the dangerous world of the Italian Mafia and Chinese Triads, featured in his screenplay, is now his reality.
The Tarantula: For Sicilian Valentino Tarontola, there is only one thing worse than stealing his money; stealing his mistress. When Gabriel is suspected of both, the 'Tarantula' sends his most trusted associates to seek him out.
The Laundrymen: Dirty men for dirty work. African American Muhammed Armen and Triad Enforcer Nelson Kong lead the cast of villains. Cool and sadistic, Muhammed enjoys burning his victims whereas Nelson favours the 18 weapons of Shaolin. Together with Nelson's brother Raymond, his cousin Ming and the Jamaican Leo they form the infamous five.
The Gigolo: Caught up in the confusion is Michael Trent, Gabriel's reluctant best friend. Michael enjoys the intimate company of women (for a substantial fee) and is as fond of himself as Gabriel is fond of martial arts.
The Banker's Wife: Felicity Wood is Michael's favourite customer. Unfortunately her husband Richard is Valentino Tarontola's 'personal banker'.
Sample Ashes to Ashes
The screenplay for 'Ashes to Ashes', a Red Moon Production, a Wayne Gerard Trotman film.
WARNING: NOT SUITABLE FOR MINORS - Contains Sex, Violence, Strong Language and Drug Use.
OUTLINE:
Life, death, love and lust in the dark underworld of London's West End...
The Writer: The Story revolves around Gabriel Darbeaux, a young screenwriter and martial arts enthusiast who supplements his income by escorting wealthy women. Gabriel's latest screenplay is a thriller entitled 'Ashes to Ashes'.
The Girl: When a chance encounter brings the beautiful and mysterious Arabella Simone into his life, Gabriel finds that the dangerous world of the Italian Mafia and Chinese Triads, featured in his screenplay, is now his reality.
The Tarantula: For Sicilian Valentino Tarontola, there is only one thing worse than stealing his money; stealing his mistress. When Gabriel is suspected of both, the 'Tarantula' sends his most trusted associates to seek him out.
The Laundrymen: Dirty men for dirty work. African American Muhammed Armen and Triad Enforcer Nelson Kong lead the cast of villains. Cool and sadistic, Muhammed enjoys burning his victims whereas Nelson favours the 18 weapons of Shaolin. Together with Nelson's brother Raymond, his cousin Ming and the Jamaican Leo they form the infamous five.
The Gigolo: Caught up in the confusion is Michael Trent, Gabriel's reluctant best friend. Michael enjoys the intimate company of women (for a substantial fee) and is as fond of himself as Gabriel is fond of martial arts.
The Banker's Wife: Felicity Wood is Michael's favourite customer. Unfortunately her husband Richard is Valentino Tarontola's 'personal banker'.
Sample Ashes to Ashes
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Images of Cuba
Photography, History, Caribbean & West Indies, Cuba
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, a tropical paradise where lovingly preserved 1950s American cars adorn streets lined with crumbling, centuries-old buildings. And, somehow, the seemingly incongruous all fit together in one of the safest and most photogenic countries in the world.
A living museum, Cuba effortlessly appeases all the senses. With its warm, educated, population and famed for its hand-rolled cigars, rich coffee, exceptional rum, stunning tropical vistas, unrivalled cultural heritage and infectious music, Cuba is like no other place on Earth.
In this beautiful book, Wayne Gerard Trotman captures the wonder and inherent beauty of Cuba's stunning landscapes, idyllic beaches, unique architecture, rare classic cars and multi-ethnic people.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite – 5 Stars
Images of Cuba by Wayne Gerard Trotman captures the diversity of the culture, people, and customs of Cuba passed down from their African, Spanish, French, and Asian ancestors and have made Cubans the people they are. The author's love for the country reflects in the photographs and the pictures give glimpses of the harmonious nature of the Cuban people. Havana, the capital of Cuba, was a trading port and in the 1930s the city was the favorite haunt of celebrities who came looking for night clubs and pleasure. The author's eye, when it comes to capturing Cuba, its daily life, and diversity, will fascinate readers as they go on an exciting and wondrous pictorial journey of the place with the author.
The images speak to readers and the colors speak about the author's aesthetic eye and his ability to make the mundane and regular entertaining. The place has so much color and life, and its uniqueness spells magic and enchantment to readers. Images of Cuba by Wayne Gerard Trotman makes you aware of the sightseeing aspects of the country. There is so much to explore, be it for the city lover, beach lover, nature lover, or someone who loves architecture. The book will encourage readers to travel to Cuba and soak in its beauty. The images of the classic and colorful cars and every other picture in the book are a testimony to the unrivaled charm and spirit of this tropical paradise and how dance, art, and music played a major role in the lives of its people. The author's creativity is tangible in every shot and in every angle, making this book a must-have in everybody's personal collection.
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, a tropical paradise where lovingly preserved 1950s American cars adorn streets lined with crumbling, centuries-old buildings. And, somehow, the seemingly incongruous all fit together in one of the safest and most photogenic countries in the world.
A living museum, Cuba effortlessly appeases all the senses. With its warm, educated, population and famed for its hand-rolled cigars, rich coffee, exceptional rum, stunning tropical vistas, unrivalled cultural heritage and infectious music, Cuba is like no other place on Earth.
In this beautiful book, Wayne Gerard Trotman captures the wonder and inherent beauty of Cuba's stunning landscapes, idyllic beaches, unique architecture, rare classic cars and multi-ethnic people.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite – 5 Stars
Images of Cuba by Wayne Gerard Trotman captures the diversity of the culture, people, and customs of Cuba passed down from their African, Spanish, French, and Asian ancestors and have made Cubans the people they are. The author's love for the country reflects in the photographs and the pictures give glimpses of the harmonious nature of the Cuban people. Havana, the capital of Cuba, was a trading port and in the 1930s the city was the favorite haunt of celebrities who came looking for night clubs and pleasure. The author's eye, when it comes to capturing Cuba, its daily life, and diversity, will fascinate readers as they go on an exciting and wondrous pictorial journey of the place with the author.
The images speak to readers and the colors speak about the author's aesthetic eye and his ability to make the mundane and regular entertaining. The place has so much color and life, and its uniqueness spells magic and enchantment to readers. Images of Cuba by Wayne Gerard Trotman makes you aware of the sightseeing aspects of the country. There is so much to explore, be it for the city lover, beach lover, nature lover, or someone who loves architecture. The book will encourage readers to travel to Cuba and soak in its beauty. The images of the classic and colorful cars and every other picture in the book are a testimony to the unrivaled charm and spirit of this tropical paradise and how dance, art, and music played a major role in the lives of its people. The author's creativity is tangible in every shot and in every angle, making this book a must-have in everybody's personal collection.
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Classic Cars of Cuba
Photography, History, Caribbean & West Indies, Cuba, Automotive, Antique & Classic
Due to its unique history, many of Cuba's aspects remain frozen in time. With an estimated 60,000 antique vehicles still in active use, it has more classic cars per person than any other nation in the world.
A lifetime after rolling off Detroit production lines, yank tanks manufactured by Ford, General Motors, Chrysler and others remain in active service on Cuban streets. Once the exclusive property of Cuba's large, pre-revolution middle-class, these cars are kept running by the pooled resources of today's poverty-stricken families.
In this beautiful book, Wayne Gerard Trotman captures the romance, beauty and nostalgia of the classic cars of Cuba, iconic symbols of a quintessentially Cuban, time-warped dream.
Due to its unique history, many of Cuba's aspects remain frozen in time. With an estimated 60,000 antique vehicles still in active use, it has more classic cars per person than any other nation in the world.
A lifetime after rolling off Detroit production lines, yank tanks manufactured by Ford, General Motors, Chrysler and others remain in active service on Cuban streets. Once the exclusive property of Cuba's large, pre-revolution middle-class, these cars are kept running by the pooled resources of today's poverty-stricken families.
In this beautiful book, Wayne Gerard Trotman captures the romance, beauty and nostalgia of the classic cars of Cuba, iconic symbols of a quintessentially Cuban, time-warped dream.
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Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Recipes
Cooking, Regional & Ethnic, Caribbean & West Indian, Armenian
Rum & Red Peppers features 80 easy-to-follow recipes, illustrated with 164 full-colour photographs. Classic, inspired, and brand new creations by Wayne Gerard Trotman and Sherrie Trotman that reflect the traditional cuisines and rich cultural diversity of Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean, Armenia, the Middle East and the Mediterranean.
Traditional recipes include Caribbean Chicken Stew, Callaloo, Rice & Peas, Sorrel, Black Cake, Lamb & White Bean Stew, Dolma, Lahmajoon, Boreg, Tabouleh and Vospov Kufteh. Unique variations of popular drinks and dishes such as Cuba Roja, Wayne’s Mai Tai, Wayne’s Piña Colada, Christmas Crackers and Meatballs in Rum Sauce are also included together with new creations such as Rum & Red Peppers Chicken, Grilled Mango Chicken, Caribbean Sea Bream, Salsa Salmon, Boozy Fruit Cupcakes, Almond Berry Cake, Sorrel Sorbet, Black Rock, Fiery Passion and Spartan.
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Recipes is written by Wayne and Sherrie Trotman. This selection offers traditional foods of the mentioned regions. Baked Omelet (Mediterranean) and Coconut Bake (Trinidadian) are breakfast staples. Meatballs in Rum Sauce, Salsa Salmon, Boreg, (Armenian) phyllo pastry with meat and cheese fillings looks tasty in the accompanying photos. So does the Lentil Soup, Caribbean Chicken Stew, and Lamb & Apricot Kebab. Sweet treats include Boozy Fruit Cupcakes, Apricot & Pistachio Crumble, Passion Fruit Sorbet and exotic ice-creams. Mauby, Fiery Passion, Cuba Roja, and Wayne’s Mai Tai are drinks worth sampling. Learn to brew Armenian Style Coffee to have with desserts like Almond Berry Cake.
The recipes in Rum & Red Peppers are an infused combination of Wayne Gerard Trotman’s Trinidadian culture and that of his British Armenian wife, Sherrie. Their passion for spicy foods was stirred by their relatives who were skilled cooks in the kitchen. The simple recipes are color-coded to identify its country’s origin. All the ingredients are readily available and inexpensive. The “secret” condiments used to marinate meat and enhance sauces are Green Seasoning, Hot Pepper Chutney, and Rum & Red Peppers, the signature recipe and book’s title. Each chapter has blank pages to jot your personal notes on the recipes. I like the dishes, more so as they lack complex preparation. Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean Recipes is a must-have if you enjoy ethnic foods and would like to learn to cook your favorite dishes.
Rum & Red Peppers features 80 easy-to-follow recipes, illustrated with 164 full-colour photographs. Classic, inspired, and brand new creations by Wayne Gerard Trotman and Sherrie Trotman that reflect the traditional cuisines and rich cultural diversity of Trinidad and Tobago, the Caribbean, Armenia, the Middle East and the Mediterranean.
Traditional recipes include Caribbean Chicken Stew, Callaloo, Rice & Peas, Sorrel, Black Cake, Lamb & White Bean Stew, Dolma, Lahmajoon, Boreg, Tabouleh and Vospov Kufteh. Unique variations of popular drinks and dishes such as Cuba Roja, Wayne’s Mai Tai, Wayne’s Piña Colada, Christmas Crackers and Meatballs in Rum Sauce are also included together with new creations such as Rum & Red Peppers Chicken, Grilled Mango Chicken, Caribbean Sea Bream, Salsa Salmon, Boozy Fruit Cupcakes, Almond Berry Cake, Sorrel Sorbet, Black Rock, Fiery Passion and Spartan.
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern & Mediterranean Recipes is written by Wayne and Sherrie Trotman. This selection offers traditional foods of the mentioned regions. Baked Omelet (Mediterranean) and Coconut Bake (Trinidadian) are breakfast staples. Meatballs in Rum Sauce, Salsa Salmon, Boreg, (Armenian) phyllo pastry with meat and cheese fillings looks tasty in the accompanying photos. So does the Lentil Soup, Caribbean Chicken Stew, and Lamb & Apricot Kebab. Sweet treats include Boozy Fruit Cupcakes, Apricot & Pistachio Crumble, Passion Fruit Sorbet and exotic ice-creams. Mauby, Fiery Passion, Cuba Roja, and Wayne’s Mai Tai are drinks worth sampling. Learn to brew Armenian Style Coffee to have with desserts like Almond Berry Cake.
The recipes in Rum & Red Peppers are an infused combination of Wayne Gerard Trotman’s Trinidadian culture and that of his British Armenian wife, Sherrie. Their passion for spicy foods was stirred by their relatives who were skilled cooks in the kitchen. The simple recipes are color-coded to identify its country’s origin. All the ingredients are readily available and inexpensive. The “secret” condiments used to marinate meat and enhance sauces are Green Seasoning, Hot Pepper Chutney, and Rum & Red Peppers, the signature recipe and book’s title. Each chapter has blank pages to jot your personal notes on the recipes. I like the dishes, more so as they lack complex preparation. Rum & Red Peppers: 80 Caribbean, Armenian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean Recipes is a must-have if you enjoy ethnic foods and would like to learn to cook your favorite dishes.
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The Last Honey Bee (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories)
Juvenile Fiction, Illustrated, Poetry, Insects, Bees
Look at me, I’m wild and free
Look at me, I’m Manderlee
Manderlee, that’s me
Manderlee, the last honey bee
Learn about Manderlee, an adventurous honey bee, and the challenges she must overcome in this beautifully illustrated rhyming story for ages 3+.
When her hive is destroyed, Manderlee must find a new home. Learn about the importance of honey bees, and join Manderlee on her perilous journey to a foreign land. Will the last honey bee survive?
The Last Honey Bee was a finalist in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2019.
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
The Last Honey Bee is a children’s picture book from Wayne Gerard Trotman’s Rhyming Stories series. Manderlee is a very sad honey bee. Humans destroyed the thriving bee colony she lived in with fire and poison. The queen bee, drones, and worker bees perished, but Manderlee survived. She had to travel far to seek a new colony and was almost made into honey bee cake by Kala Kaghee, an angry seagull. As she searches for a new hive to live in, Manderlee explains the importance of bees and why humans shouldn’t tear their wings or harm them. They produce tasty honey and pollinate the plants so our favorite fruits like pears, mangoes and strawberries can grow. Manderlee’s wings are very tired from flying too long. She’s also lonely, hungry and misses her honey-making job. Will she ever find a new colony of bees to start a new life and make friends?
Manderlee is such an adorable bee. I felt her sorrow at losing her entire colony. The Last Honey Bee is a superb children’s book containing beautiful illustrations to match the adventure. Manderlee expresses her fears and concerns about colonies and offers advice to humans. It’s written in a moderately paced rhyming sequence that’s rather moving. The story is educational and is a great way for children to learn about nature and its importance to everyone. You will also meet other lovable characters such as Paddy McFly, and Romeo Cassanova. This is one of the cleverly written novellas from Wayne Gerard Trotman’s Rhyming Stories that will attract young readers. They will love it.
Look at me, I’m wild and free
Look at me, I’m Manderlee
Manderlee, that’s me
Manderlee, the last honey bee
Learn about Manderlee, an adventurous honey bee, and the challenges she must overcome in this beautifully illustrated rhyming story for ages 3+.
When her hive is destroyed, Manderlee must find a new home. Learn about the importance of honey bees, and join Manderlee on her perilous journey to a foreign land. Will the last honey bee survive?
The Last Honey Bee was a finalist in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2019.
Reviewed by Michelle Stanley for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
The Last Honey Bee is a children’s picture book from Wayne Gerard Trotman’s Rhyming Stories series. Manderlee is a very sad honey bee. Humans destroyed the thriving bee colony she lived in with fire and poison. The queen bee, drones, and worker bees perished, but Manderlee survived. She had to travel far to seek a new colony and was almost made into honey bee cake by Kala Kaghee, an angry seagull. As she searches for a new hive to live in, Manderlee explains the importance of bees and why humans shouldn’t tear their wings or harm them. They produce tasty honey and pollinate the plants so our favorite fruits like pears, mangoes and strawberries can grow. Manderlee’s wings are very tired from flying too long. She’s also lonely, hungry and misses her honey-making job. Will she ever find a new colony of bees to start a new life and make friends?
Manderlee is such an adorable bee. I felt her sorrow at losing her entire colony. The Last Honey Bee is a superb children’s book containing beautiful illustrations to match the adventure. Manderlee expresses her fears and concerns about colonies and offers advice to humans. It’s written in a moderately paced rhyming sequence that’s rather moving. The story is educational and is a great way for children to learn about nature and its importance to everyone. You will also meet other lovable characters such as Paddy McFly, and Romeo Cassanova. This is one of the cleverly written novellas from Wayne Gerard Trotman’s Rhyming Stories that will attract young readers. They will love it.
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A Tiger's Tale (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories)
Juvenile Fiction, Illustrated, Poetry, Tigers
There once was a happy tiger
Who lived on the isle of Sumatra
With large green forests in which to roam
Many tiger families called it home
But people came; some broke the law
They cut many trees with a mighty saw
Men slashed and burned forests of the land
Destroying much more than originally planned
The orangutans fled; elephants; tigers too
After all was said, what could they do?
Learn about the endangered Sumatran Tiger, the threats he faces, and the ways we can help him to survive in this beautifully illustrated rhyming story for ages 4+.
A Tiger's Tale was a silver medal winner in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2019.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
A happy tiger lived on the island of Sumatra where there were large green forests to roam and it was home to many tigers. But people came there and cut down the trees, broke the law, and burned the forests of the land. The destruction caused the animals to flee and the men struggled and toiled to farm rubber, tea, and palm oil. They grew coffee and built houses and the tiger had nowhere to go. He wanted to go back to the forest he once knew. The children came together from every town to save the animals and they knew the animals' future depended on them. They decided to give the animals lots of space with many trees. The adults also followed the children's plans and the animals returned to the forest in large numbers. The tiger took himself a beautiful wife and settled down happily.
A Tiger's Tale (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories) by Wayne Gerard Trotman is an adorable story that speaks about the dangers faced by the Sumatran tigers and how they can be helped to survive in the large green forests of Sumatra. Nhat Hao Nguyen's wonderful illustrations add color and movement to the rhyming verses and make them palpable to young readers. The concept has been dealt with in an entertaining way and will encourage children to help protect endangered animals and the forests so that animals' homes are intact. A Tiger's Tale is a good book to make children aware of the importance of protecting endangered species by saving the forests from being cut down and destroyed by unscrupulous people. It is also a good way to introduce children to rhyming words.
There once was a happy tiger
Who lived on the isle of Sumatra
With large green forests in which to roam
Many tiger families called it home
But people came; some broke the law
They cut many trees with a mighty saw
Men slashed and burned forests of the land
Destroying much more than originally planned
The orangutans fled; elephants; tigers too
After all was said, what could they do?
Learn about the endangered Sumatran Tiger, the threats he faces, and the ways we can help him to survive in this beautifully illustrated rhyming story for ages 4+.
A Tiger's Tale was a silver medal winner in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2019.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
A happy tiger lived on the island of Sumatra where there were large green forests to roam and it was home to many tigers. But people came there and cut down the trees, broke the law, and burned the forests of the land. The destruction caused the animals to flee and the men struggled and toiled to farm rubber, tea, and palm oil. They grew coffee and built houses and the tiger had nowhere to go. He wanted to go back to the forest he once knew. The children came together from every town to save the animals and they knew the animals' future depended on them. They decided to give the animals lots of space with many trees. The adults also followed the children's plans and the animals returned to the forest in large numbers. The tiger took himself a beautiful wife and settled down happily.
A Tiger's Tale (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories) by Wayne Gerard Trotman is an adorable story that speaks about the dangers faced by the Sumatran tigers and how they can be helped to survive in the large green forests of Sumatra. Nhat Hao Nguyen's wonderful illustrations add color and movement to the rhyming verses and make them palpable to young readers. The concept has been dealt with in an entertaining way and will encourage children to help protect endangered animals and the forests so that animals' homes are intact. A Tiger's Tale is a good book to make children aware of the importance of protecting endangered species by saving the forests from being cut down and destroyed by unscrupulous people. It is also a good way to introduce children to rhyming words.
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An Elephant's Advice (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories)
Juvenile Fiction, Illustrated, Poetry, Elephants
Tun Tun is a baby elephant
Carefree, healthy and very intelligent
Jumbo is his strong, brave father
And Ayo his wise, beautiful mother
At six happy years and a half
Tun Tun is a forest elephant calf
That’s what elephant babies are called
And he’s already more than a metre tall
Elephants, including African forest elephants like Tun Tun, are under threat. Learn about his life, the danger he faces, and the brave people helping him to survive in this beautifully illustrated rhyming story for ages 4+.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
Meet Tun Tun, the baby elephant, and Jumbo, his strong and brave father, and Ayo, his wise and beautiful mother. Tun Tun is a forest elephant calf and he visits the lake every day with his family for mud baths, fresh water, and playing. They enjoyed covering themselves with mud and protecting their skin from the sun. Tun Tun spied an intruder one day and his father Jumbo trumpeted that they all must go. Jumbo asked Tun Tun to run because the hunter had his gun. Tun Tun and Ayo ran into the wood and he heard a shot from the hunter's rifle. The forest held a dark surprise and Tun Tun and Ayo came face-to-face with another intruder. Ayo told Tun Tun to run and not wait for her.
An Elephant's Advice (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories) by Wayne Gerard Trotman is a meaningful story about the threat faced by elephants when they are shot for their tusks, for greed, profit, and foolish pride. The story also speaks about the friends they make and on whom their survival depends. The illustrations bring the story to life and make it palpable for readers. The rhyming verses and illustrations make it an excellent book for tutors and parents to read out to kids and help them understand how important it is to protect animals from ignorance and greed and not to take more than they need. Stories like this teach children to become kind and compassionate and to help protect wildlife from being killed by poachers.
Tun Tun is a baby elephant
Carefree, healthy and very intelligent
Jumbo is his strong, brave father
And Ayo his wise, beautiful mother
At six happy years and a half
Tun Tun is a forest elephant calf
That’s what elephant babies are called
And he’s already more than a metre tall
Elephants, including African forest elephants like Tun Tun, are under threat. Learn about his life, the danger he faces, and the brave people helping him to survive in this beautifully illustrated rhyming story for ages 4+.
Reviewed by Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite - 5 Stars
Meet Tun Tun, the baby elephant, and Jumbo, his strong and brave father, and Ayo, his wise and beautiful mother. Tun Tun is a forest elephant calf and he visits the lake every day with his family for mud baths, fresh water, and playing. They enjoyed covering themselves with mud and protecting their skin from the sun. Tun Tun spied an intruder one day and his father Jumbo trumpeted that they all must go. Jumbo asked Tun Tun to run because the hunter had his gun. Tun Tun and Ayo ran into the wood and he heard a shot from the hunter's rifle. The forest held a dark surprise and Tun Tun and Ayo came face-to-face with another intruder. Ayo told Tun Tun to run and not wait for her.
An Elephant's Advice (Wayne Gerard Trotman's Rhyming Stories) by Wayne Gerard Trotman is a meaningful story about the threat faced by elephants when they are shot for their tusks, for greed, profit, and foolish pride. The story also speaks about the friends they make and on whom their survival depends. The illustrations bring the story to life and make it palpable for readers. The rhyming verses and illustrations make it an excellent book for tutors and parents to read out to kids and help them understand how important it is to protect animals from ignorance and greed and not to take more than they need. Stories like this teach children to become kind and compassionate and to help protect wildlife from being killed by poachers.
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