Journalist, author and unrepentant trout bum Philip Storey spends the summer on an urban river in the North-East of England fishing with centuries-old spider patterns. These are the flies that have stood the test of time and still work today. Year of the spider contains images and tying instructions for possibly the simplest to make flies you will ever come across, along with a detailed diary recording the conditions (temperature, humidity, wind, air pressure, river height etc) in which they were successful along with lots of fish pictures taken one-handed and at odd angles. This is more than just a fishing guide or a 'how-to' manual; Year of the Spider takes the mystery out of fly fishing and selects nine, easy to tie flies that will carry you right through the season catching fish all the way. And to anyone wondering if North Country spider patterns will only work in the North of England, here's what TE Pritt had to say on the subject: "The originals, or others like them, have done service on half the rivers and lakes of England and Scotland, and have never failed to give a satisfactory account of themselves, despite the lugubrious warnings of local hands that 'they were no use there'. You will be told this probably on every new river visited; yet may you safely fish Yorkshire flies and laugh to scorn the dismal prophecies of anglers who believe that the trout in their own river differ in their choice of flies from those of any other river in the universe." Philip Storey is the author of The Complete Bad Angler and has published an updated version of Yorkshire Trout Flies, by TE Pritt. He is also the author of the indispensable Cooking for Dads, a collection of meals that every father should know.

An anthology of enjoyable and interesting short stories about the sport of fishing. Includes the introduction to a novel, "The Mystery of Somber Bay Island," (a very mysterious story with an incredible ending), a series of "Intermissions," very educational facts and recommendations on how to become an angler, a novelette, "The Shark Hunters," many informative footnote facts, and illustrations. The tales are funny, sad, scary, but over all, a rewarding Christian experience to read. If you love Jesus, enjoy fishing, love friends and family, want to become a better angler, or just enjoy reading a good book, then this is a must read ... the novel is awesome.

In The Bear Claw, Tom has a series of grand adventures beginning with learning how to fall in love Kodiak Style. You will meet Jesse, Eddie Spaghetti, Bible Don, and the unforgettable Swan in this adventure. Tom finds new treasures to keep as reminders of his memorable adventures in Alaska while fishing for salmon and exploring. Tom and Swan find that lust is the most exciting part of their new love. Coarse language and adult content. 38000 words.

'Secret Creek' is the perfect gift for anyone who has ever wondered about the intriguing sport of fly-fishing and how to break through the mystery surrounding this fabulous past-time. 'Secret Creek' is the result of the author's considerable fly fishing experience both in Australia and New Zealand. There are amusing anecdotes including why women always seem to catch more fish than their men There is loads of how-to information but the instruction is just part of the picture. Readers will find out what is really needed to progress towards mastering the sport. Along the way friendships are made, lessons learned and adventures shared. As Paul Miller says ..."Every fly-fisher deserves a secret creek. Not necessarily a place completely unknown to others, but a place you can get to know and feel a part of. A place that you can take a trusted friend and share together unselfishly, but still feel as though it is your own special place; an escape from the hurly-burly world in which we live. A place where time seems to stand still and old fashioned values still seem appropriate" Highly regarded Australian artist Glen Preece has illustrated 'Secret Creek' with superb pencil sketches and the misty morning photograph on the front cover. Glen is also a talented fly-fisherman and his visual contributions to 'Secret Creek' are considerable. Paul Miller is President of Fly Fishers in the Southern Highlands, a Life Member of Fly Fish Australia and has twice been a member of the New South Wales Fly-Fishing team. He shares his experiences with readers in a way that is more whisper than wallop, but his enthusiasm is infectious and there are subtle messages for even the most experienced anglers. 'Secret Creek' provides a taste of the superb fly-fishing to be found in Australia and New Zealand and carries on the tradition of so many American, English and Australian authors who have shared their passion for fishing with the fly.

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