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About Grant Leishman
I am an expatriate New Zealander, living in Manila, The Philippines, with my wife and two daughters.
At age 55, after careers in Finance and Journalism, I have finally discovered my true passion in life - writing and I'm now "living the dream", writing full-time.
My first novel was a romantic, fantasy, adventure about the return of Jesus Christ to modern-day Manila to try and sort out the problems of the world - yet again! "The Second Coming", which was published by Pentian in June 2015.
My second novel "Just a Drop in the Ocean", a romance/adventure that spans a generation and two continents, was published in October 2015 and is available exclusively on Amazon and is free through Kindle Unlimited.
I have also published an anthology of paranormal/horror short stories in association with my son, Chris Leishman, titled Paranormal Alley, in December 2015. This is available exclusively on Amazon and is free to download through Kindle Unlimited.
The sequel to "The Second Coming" - "Rise of the AntiChrist" was published in January 2016 and is available at all the usual outlets.
The final novel in The Coming Series - "Holy War" will be completed in late 2016.
At age 55, after careers in Finance and Journalism, I have finally discovered my true passion in life - writing and I'm now "living the dream", writing full-time.
My first novel was a romantic, fantasy, adventure about the return of Jesus Christ to modern-day Manila to try and sort out the problems of the world - yet again! "The Second Coming", which was published by Pentian in June 2015.
My second novel "Just a Drop in the Ocean", a romance/adventure that spans a generation and two continents, was published in October 2015 and is available exclusively on Amazon and is free through Kindle Unlimited.
I have also published an anthology of paranormal/horror short stories in association with my son, Chris Leishman, titled Paranormal Alley, in December 2015. This is available exclusively on Amazon and is free to download through Kindle Unlimited.
The sequel to "The Second Coming" - "Rise of the AntiChrist" was published in January 2016 and is available at all the usual outlets.
The final novel in The Coming Series - "Holy War" will be completed in late 2016.
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Books By Grant Leishman
The Photograph
Jun 6, 2016
$0.99
When Tony Logan discovers an undeveloped roll of film from the 1970's, he is excited to see what it contains.
One photograph, in particular, will send Tony and his siblings on a desperate search for what really happened to their parents. From the 1300's until the present day, Tony will discover their family has been cursed.
Was their mother truly dead? Their search for answers will envelop them in magic, witchcraft, the underworld and supernatural happenings.
A page-turner that will keep you rooted to the book till the bitter end
One photograph, in particular, will send Tony and his siblings on a desperate search for what really happened to their parents. From the 1300's until the present day, Tony will discover their family has been cursed.
Was their mother truly dead? Their search for answers will envelop them in magic, witchcraft, the underworld and supernatural happenings.
A page-turner that will keep you rooted to the book till the bitter end
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Journey into a world of darkness, infused with magic. From six daring authors comes a thrilling sample anthology that will leave you breathless. From Fantasy to the Paranormal, we bring you
tales that will enchant and mystify.
Welcome to our little world.
Six daring authors from around the globe met in an online fantasy/paranormal author team. We present to you:
Daccari Buchelli, a British fantasy novelist, who developed a love for reading at a young age. He found himself drawn to Fantasy genre, with its magical worlds and mythical beings. When away from his trusty ball point pen, Daccari enjoys sketching, as well as horror films, and curling up with a good book and a rich coffee.
Alex E. Carey, a U.S. novelist, was born in Texas and moved to North Carolina for college. When not at work on her latest book, she enjoys reading, walking trails, gem mining and spending time with her family and their three dogs.
David Gilchrist, a UK novelist from Scotland, is a writer of words, a lover of music and a designer of electronics. He has loved fantasy since first reading Lord of the Rings and has been devouring the genre ever since. Wherever his reading takes him, he always finds his way back to dragons, magic and fantasy.
Grant Leishman, a former New Zealander living in the Philippines, started out in finance and journalism, but finally found his true calling in life as a full-time author. When he's not writing, he loves spending time with his family and interacting online with his readers and other authors.
Caitlin Lynagh, originally from Wales, now living in England, received degrees with honors in Biology and Geology. Though she loves science, she also loves writing, and so her first fantasy novel, Anomaly, was born. She also enjoys traveling, reviewing books, and interacting with her readers.
Kim Ross, a born Novocastrian, resides in Australia with her family and their golden retriever. When she isn't writing, she enjoys belly dancing and performs professionally with the Silk Caravan Belly Dance Troupe.
tales that will enchant and mystify.
Welcome to our little world.
Six daring authors from around the globe met in an online fantasy/paranormal author team. We present to you:
Daccari Buchelli, a British fantasy novelist, who developed a love for reading at a young age. He found himself drawn to Fantasy genre, with its magical worlds and mythical beings. When away from his trusty ball point pen, Daccari enjoys sketching, as well as horror films, and curling up with a good book and a rich coffee.
Alex E. Carey, a U.S. novelist, was born in Texas and moved to North Carolina for college. When not at work on her latest book, she enjoys reading, walking trails, gem mining and spending time with her family and their three dogs.
David Gilchrist, a UK novelist from Scotland, is a writer of words, a lover of music and a designer of electronics. He has loved fantasy since first reading Lord of the Rings and has been devouring the genre ever since. Wherever his reading takes him, he always finds his way back to dragons, magic and fantasy.
Grant Leishman, a former New Zealander living in the Philippines, started out in finance and journalism, but finally found his true calling in life as a full-time author. When he's not writing, he loves spending time with his family and interacting online with his readers and other authors.
Caitlin Lynagh, originally from Wales, now living in England, received degrees with honors in Biology and Geology. Though she loves science, she also loves writing, and so her first fantasy novel, Anomaly, was born. She also enjoys traveling, reviewing books, and interacting with her readers.
Kim Ross, a born Novocastrian, resides in Australia with her family and their golden retriever. When she isn't writing, she enjoys belly dancing and performs professionally with the Silk Caravan Belly Dance Troupe.
Love Beyond: Walang Hanggang Pagmamahal
Aug 28, 2018
$3.99
It was a love that should never have been; he, an aristocratic Captain in the Spanish Army of occupation of The Philippines and she, a simple village girl who had joined the revolutionary army of The Philippines (Katastaasang Kagalanggalangang Katipuanan – KKK) and wanted nothing more than freedom for her people and her country.
The year is 1896 and after almost 350 years of harsh and corrupt Spanish rule, the Filipino people were preparing to fight back, to reclaim their land stolen from them all those centuries ago. Against this volatile background, two young people sought to find each other in the scourge of battle. What chance for them, against all the odds?
Captain Hernando de Abreu and Luzviminda Torres’ lives will intersect in bloody conflict as both become caught up in the eternal struggle for freedom. Will love triumph against every obstacle in this fast-paced, historical romance adventure. Is there LOVE BEYOND?
The year is 1896 and after almost 350 years of harsh and corrupt Spanish rule, the Filipino people were preparing to fight back, to reclaim their land stolen from them all those centuries ago. Against this volatile background, two young people sought to find each other in the scourge of battle. What chance for them, against all the odds?
Captain Hernando de Abreu and Luzviminda Torres’ lives will intersect in bloody conflict as both become caught up in the eternal struggle for freedom. Will love triumph against every obstacle in this fast-paced, historical romance adventure. Is there LOVE BEYOND?
Tortured Minds
Aug 14, 2018
$2.99
Daniel, Jake and Molly were inseparable. Love, hate, secrets, deception, jealousy and lies. A tragic accident. Or was it? Death is not the end. Some relationships were meant to last… Revenge is bittersweet. Tortured Minds is the psychological thriller based on three characters, written by three very different authors: Grant Leishman, Colin Griffiths and Rachel McGrath. An intense page-turner that will take you on supernatural ride of passion, treachery and surprises.
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Rachel McGrath ,
May Panayi ,
Heather Awad ,
Ryn Shell ,
Skye Leah Collett ,
Tom Hodden ,
Colin Griffiths ,
Arthur Turfa ,
Graça Costa ,
Kathleen Ellen ,
Lesley Hayes ,
Norma Haynes ,
M.E. Hembroff ,
Nico J. Genes ,
Jess James ,
W. Ruth Kozak ,
Fran Lewis ,
Cherime MacFarlane ,
James Osborne ,
William Macmillan Jones ,
Colin R. Parsons ,
Sue Rice ,
Kim Ross ,
Naseha Sameen ,
Mary Schmidt ,
Aoife Marie Sheridan ,
Megan Whiting ,
Marshall Hughes ,
Ronesa Aveela ,
Grant Leishman
$2.99
With love, hope and tolerance, the possibilities are LIMITLESS
This is a collection of short stories and poems by a very creative and passionate group of writers and poets who want to make a difference.
All profits from this anthology will be donated to the AMAR Foundation - an award-winning charity that works in the Middle East to help millions rebuild their lives in countries scarred by war. For 25 years AMAR has provided a package of healthcare, emergency relief, and education, to help improve the lives of some of the world’s most disadvantaged people.
There is something for everyone in this collection of stories and poems.
The amazing contributors of LIMITLESS are:
Ronesa Aveela; Heather Awad; Victoria Blanco; Kitty Boyes; Carole Bulewski; Graça Costa; Kathleen Ellen; Colin Griffiths; Lesley Hayes; Norma Haynes; M.E. Hembroff; Tom Hodden; Marshall Hughes; Nico J. Genes; Jess James; W. Ruth Kozak; Skye Leah Collett; Grant Leishman; Fran Lewis; Cherime MacFarlane; Will Macmillan Jones; Rachel McGrath; James Osborne; May J Panayi; Colin R. Parsons; Sue Rice; Kim Ross; Naseha Sameen; Mary Schmidt; Ryn Shell; Aoife Marie Sheridan; Arthur Turfa; Megan Whiting; Ryn Shell
This is a collection of short stories and poems by a very creative and passionate group of writers and poets who want to make a difference.
All profits from this anthology will be donated to the AMAR Foundation - an award-winning charity that works in the Middle East to help millions rebuild their lives in countries scarred by war. For 25 years AMAR has provided a package of healthcare, emergency relief, and education, to help improve the lives of some of the world’s most disadvantaged people.
There is something for everyone in this collection of stories and poems.
The amazing contributors of LIMITLESS are:
Ronesa Aveela; Heather Awad; Victoria Blanco; Kitty Boyes; Carole Bulewski; Graça Costa; Kathleen Ellen; Colin Griffiths; Lesley Hayes; Norma Haynes; M.E. Hembroff; Tom Hodden; Marshall Hughes; Nico J. Genes; Jess James; W. Ruth Kozak; Skye Leah Collett; Grant Leishman; Fran Lewis; Cherime MacFarlane; Will Macmillan Jones; Rachel McGrath; James Osborne; May J Panayi; Colin R. Parsons; Sue Rice; Kim Ross; Naseha Sameen; Mary Schmidt; Ryn Shell; Aoife Marie Sheridan; Arthur Turfa; Megan Whiting; Ryn Shell
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Holy War (The Battle For Souls): The Mission Of Saving Humanity From The Brink (The Second Coming Book 3)
Sep 27, 2016
$3.99
The final installment in The Second Coming Trilogy sees JC, his wife Maria and their loyal band of Disciples confront the forces of Evil, in an all-out battle for the minds, hearts and souls of a generation.
Beelzebub has escaped the pits of Hades and raised an AntiChrist, in the form of JC and Maria's daughter, Samantha. Together, aided by Beelzebub's army of ancient Gods they will battle the Hosts of Heaven in the ultimate quest of Good versus Evil. Beelzebub seeks dominion over humanity and ultimately the Universe.
The ultimate battle for humanity's subservience will stretch across the globe, culminating in that most historic and holy cities of Jerusalem. At the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Mount, humanity's future will be decided once and for all.
Is this Armageddon? This gripping, fantasy, adventure, is a real page-turner, that will keep you on the edge of your chairs, until the final climactic scene.
Beelzebub has escaped the pits of Hades and raised an AntiChrist, in the form of JC and Maria's daughter, Samantha. Together, aided by Beelzebub's army of ancient Gods they will battle the Hosts of Heaven in the ultimate quest of Good versus Evil. Beelzebub seeks dominion over humanity and ultimately the Universe.
The ultimate battle for humanity's subservience will stretch across the globe, culminating in that most historic and holy cities of Jerusalem. At the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Dome of the Mount, humanity's future will be decided once and for all.
Is this Armageddon? This gripping, fantasy, adventure, is a real page-turner, that will keep you on the edge of your chairs, until the final climactic scene.
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Rise of the AntiChrist
Jun 6, 2016
$2.99
In the sequel to The Second Coming, JC and Maria plus their children continue their mission of evangelising the Earth. With the assistance of their two gifted, eldest twins, Samantha and Damien they tour Asia building new communities dedicated to their precepts of love and worship.
Evil is lurking though as Beelzebub (The Devil) has escaped the pits of Hades and is hell-bent on gaining domination of Earth. To achieve this he plans to raise a human from Earth to become the AntiChrist and lead his campaign to win the souls of humanity.
The forces of good and evil square off in a confrontation that will span the globe and can only lead to one possible outcome - "Holy War".
Evil is lurking though as Beelzebub (The Devil) has escaped the pits of Hades and is hell-bent on gaining domination of Earth. To achieve this he plans to raise a human from Earth to become the AntiChrist and lead his campaign to win the souls of humanity.
The forces of good and evil square off in a confrontation that will span the globe and can only lead to one possible outcome - "Holy War".
Other Formats:
Paperback
$3.99
Welcome to Paranormal Alley.
Take a stroll down Paranormal Alley and try each door as you go. Whether your fetish is murder, mayhem, the macabre, the occult, ghosts, alternate universes, or just tales with a twist, you'll be able to fulfill your wildest dreams and fantasies, here on Paranormal Alley
A collection of short-stories, focusing on the genre of horror and the paranormal, written by father and son tag-team authors, Grant and Chris Leishman.
Come on in, out of the rain, and indulge yourself - you deserve it; don't you?
As you wander your way down this long-forgotten thoroughfare, you will be scared, shocked, surprised or maybe all three at the same time. One thing you can be guaranteed is that Paranormal Alley will satisfy you.
There are 14 stories in this book (7 by each author), which explore different aspects of the genre. A perfect opportunity to compare and contrast different approaches to this genre, between authors of two generations.
Each story stands alone and is exciting and fun in its own right.
Take a stroll down Paranormal Alley and try each door as you go. Whether your fetish is murder, mayhem, the macabre, the occult, ghosts, alternate universes, or just tales with a twist, you'll be able to fulfill your wildest dreams and fantasies, here on Paranormal Alley
A collection of short-stories, focusing on the genre of horror and the paranormal, written by father and son tag-team authors, Grant and Chris Leishman.
Come on in, out of the rain, and indulge yourself - you deserve it; don't you?
As you wander your way down this long-forgotten thoroughfare, you will be scared, shocked, surprised or maybe all three at the same time. One thing you can be guaranteed is that Paranormal Alley will satisfy you.
There are 14 stories in this book (7 by each author), which explore different aspects of the genre. A perfect opportunity to compare and contrast different approaches to this genre, between authors of two generations.
Each story stands alone and is exciting and fun in its own right.
Other Formats:
Paperback
Just A Drop in the Ocean
Oct 21, 2015
$0.99
Are we to be forever defined by our bad choices, or is there hope for redemption?
Two teenagers who connect as pen-pals in the 1970's have their future together all mapped out, until that pesky thing called life, gets in the way. Follow the separate adventures of Teresa Mercado and Nicholas Stevenson as they each search for that most elusive of dreams - happiness!
Through some appalling trials and tribulations of poor choices, domestic abuse, political chicanery, the criminal underworld, prison, and finally redemption, both of them seek their own personal fulfillment. Can they ever be happy without each other? Will these star-crossed lovers ever find a way to reconnect?
A love story that spans two continents and a generation. In the manner of the Thorn Birds, be swept up in the power of their love and believe that love truly can conquer all - no matter your age. A beautiful and moving tale of two soul-mates trying to rediscover the joys of their youth.
Two teenagers who connect as pen-pals in the 1970's have their future together all mapped out, until that pesky thing called life, gets in the way. Follow the separate adventures of Teresa Mercado and Nicholas Stevenson as they each search for that most elusive of dreams - happiness!
Through some appalling trials and tribulations of poor choices, domestic abuse, political chicanery, the criminal underworld, prison, and finally redemption, both of them seek their own personal fulfillment. Can they ever be happy without each other? Will these star-crossed lovers ever find a way to reconnect?
A love story that spans two continents and a generation. In the manner of the Thorn Birds, be swept up in the power of their love and believe that love truly can conquer all - no matter your age. A beautiful and moving tale of two soul-mates trying to rediscover the joys of their youth.
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The Second Coming
Jun 15, 2015
$1.99
God looks down on Earth and is disgusted with what he sees his creation has become. He decides that humanity is a failed experiment, and he orders Earth and all of humanity destroyed. He will start again from scratch. Jesus, however, intervenes and requests one more opportunity to turn mankind around. He is given one year to see if he can make a significant difference.
"The Second Coming" begins with Jesus (JC to his friends) in an induced coma in a Manila hospital after having been hit by a bus, losing his memory in the process. The book follows the exploits of Jesus and his "disciples" as they seek to firstly recover his memory and then embarking on a mission of saving humanity from the brink.
There is interwoven into the story a romance between Jesus (Jose Christian Castillo or JC for short) and his number one "Disciple" Maria Lyn Manyanan (Ma for short).
"The Second Coming" begins with Jesus (JC to his friends) in an induced coma in a Manila hospital after having been hit by a bus, losing his memory in the process. The book follows the exploits of Jesus and his "disciples" as they seek to firstly recover his memory and then embarking on a mission of saving humanity from the brink.
There is interwoven into the story a romance between Jesus (Jose Christian Castillo or JC for short) and his number one "Disciple" Maria Lyn Manyanan (Ma for short).
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