Womens-Interest

People’s Friend Specials
The Story Of Friday Mackenzie
Ruth Spencer shares the legend of one talented New Zealand sheepdog.
3 min |
Issue 135

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The Money Tree
A Chinese legend is the focus of this inspiring short story.
9 min |
Issue 135

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It's A Date!
This humorous short story by Sandra Beswetherick takes place at a summer fête.
7 min |
Issue 141

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Knit Together
A family shares a hobby in this engaging short
8 min |
Issue 141

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Something To Read
Martin Edmonton from Plympton Academy explains how he’s hoping to improve prison literacy with a little help from the “Friend”.
3 min |
Issue 141

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One Red Balloon
Belief comes from within in this charming short story
4 min |
Issue 141

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In Brookmarsh Woods
Rain or shine, off we’d go. Even when Dad’s pace got slower . . .
7 min |
Issue 143

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Surf's Up
I was trying something new, but I would have to wait and see how it would turn out!
8 min |
Issue 143

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The Beach In Bali
A couple face troubles together in this moving short story by Kay Seeley.
4 min |
Issue 143

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Getting The Message
A plan is required in this lighthearted short story by Keith Havers.
4 min |
Issue 143
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When You're Smiling
This uplifting short story by Leonora Francis welcomes you to a brand-new Special.
10+ min |
Issue 140

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Sunshine After The Rain
The blue umbrella stood out from the rest, promising better days to come.
7 min |
Issue 140

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Spreading Dinosaur Joy Is Now My Full-Time Career
Nicky Dee never tires of writing about her passion . . .
2 min |
Issue 140

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Wonderful Willow
This enthralling short story by Kitty-Lydia Dye welcomes you to our brand-new Special.
10+ min |
Issue 139

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Snapping Squirrels
Polly Pullar shares her excitement about a new book on one of her favourite animals.
3 min |
Issue 139

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Stories Told In Glass
Willie Shand finds out more about the ancient art of stained-glass work.
6 min |
Issue 139

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On White Sands
Celia Kay Andrew’s sparkling short story is set in the Caribbean.It was going to be a beautiful wedding, in the most beautiful location . . .
5 min |
Issue 139

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A Perfect Day
A woman takes stock in this poignant short story by Annie Harris.
9 min |
Issue 141
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How We Used To Live
For a taste of life over a hundred years ago, Pat Coulter travels to a living museum in Devon.
5 min |
Issue 140

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Together, We Will Make A Huge Difference
Susie Kearley finds out about the father and son team whose mission is elephant conservation.
4 min |
Issue 140

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Local Heroes
Douglas McPherson visits a museum that remembers the brave American airmen from World War II.
2 min |
Issue 140

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Now You See Her
The shores of Loch Ness are often crowded with people hoping to catch a glimpse of Nessie . . .
7 min |
Issue 139

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The Colour Purple
The bike was very distinctive – until it disappeared!
9 min |
Issue 139

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Skelling Michael
This unique Irish heritage site has scarcely changed for several hundred years. Steve Newman braved the crossing to find out more.
4 min |
Issue 139

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A New Direction
It’s time to move forward in this uplifting short story by Keith Havers.Gavin’s travel plans were on hold –just like the rest of his life . . .
7 min |
Issue 139

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Scatterbrain
Ewan Smith’s light-hearted short story has a very forgetful heroine. I had come to the supermarket to pick something up, but I couldn’t remember what . . .
5 min |
Issue 139

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We've Always Sensed It To Be A Spiritual Place
Kathleen MacLeod welcomes visitors keen to find out more about the Tomb of the Eagles.
3 min |
Issue 139

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Festive Celebrations
THERE’S a festive buzz in the air at National Trust properties as the days shorten. Even when skies are grey, some of our best-loved heritage sites bask in a special warm atmosphere as Christmas approaches.
5 min |
Issue 149

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A Festive Favourite
How did Britain’s favourite bird become associated with Christmas? Nina Hoole finds out.
2 min |
Issue 149

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Destination Denmark
Neil McAllister visits Copenhagen’s festive markets . . .
4 min |