In wartime Britain, a single feather can wound deeper than any weapon.

The White Feather

by Robin Wickens

A moving WWII tale of shame, courage, and resilience, where one young man must fight prejudice on the home front after receiving a white feather of cowardice.

About The Book

The White Feather – A Story of Courage in the Face of War

Amid the chaos of World War II, one man carried a different kind of burden. Edward Bell refused to pick up a weapon—not out of fear, but out of conviction. Branded a coward and shunned for his pacifism, he chose a different battlefield: the bombed-out streets of London, where he risked his life night after night to save others.

A powerful tale of heroism without a gun.
A gripping journey through the Blitz, where every moment is a fight for survival.
An inspiring story of resilience, redemption, and the true meaning of bravery.

Edward’s acts of heroism challenged the world’s perception of courage. His hands never pulled a trigger, but they pulled survivors from the rubble, lifted the wounded to safety, and rebuilt what war tried to tear apart.

Will history remember him as a coward or the bravest of them all?

Available now in print and digital formats!
Get your copy today and discover the untold story of wartime courage.

Robs Books

Robin Wickens writes heartfelt, nature-inspired stories for curious children with big imaginations and muddy knees. Blending gentle adventure with meaningful themes, Robin’s books invite young readers to look more closely at the world around them—and at the friends who walk it with them.

Robin Wickens, affectionately known as the Rob of Rob’s Books, is a retired veteran who has seamlessly transitioned from serving his country to captivating imaginations with his literary creations. With a profound passion for fantasy and folklore, Robin’s work often explores mystical realms where mythical creatures thrive and the extraordinary becomes part of everyday life. As both an author and publisher, Robin writes heartfelt, nature-inspired stories for curious children with big imaginations and muddy knees. Blending gentle adventure with meaningful themes, his books invite young readers to look more closely at the world around them—and at the friends who walk it with them. Through Rob’s Books, Robin publishes across a wide range of genres, including: Children’s Picture Books & Chapter Books – whimsical adventures, fairy tales with a twist, humorous mysteries, and magical worlds (Amberwood, Tumbledown Hollow, Wizzlewood Academy, Meadowbrook, and more). Historical Fiction – heartfelt and human WWII stories, Victorian mysteries, and tales of quiet resilience in extraordinary times. Fantasy & Gothic Tales – enchanted adventures, romantasy, and atmospheric Victorian gothic stories. Educational & Activity Books – puzzle books, colouring collections, activity flip books, and creative learning titles for children and families. Cookbooks & Lifestyle – fast and fresh recipe collections, BBQ sauces and dips, natural living, eco-friendly guides, and seasonal remedies. Robin’s vision is simple: to create books that spark imagination, laughter, curiosity, and wonder—stories that children and adults alike will treasure, share, and return to again and again.

More Books by Robs Books

The Blackout Baker

A tale of courage, coded messages, and survival in Blitz-era London

by Robin Wickens

During the Blitz, a widowed London baker turns her humble shop into a safe haven. By night, she hides resistance messages in her pastries—risking everything for love, loyalty, and freedom.

Beneath the Crumbling Sky

by Robin Wickens

Flames Over London

When the City Burned, Its People Stood Tall.

by Robin Wickens

Amidst the Blitz, as firestorms rage across the city, ordinary Londoners find extraordinary courage. Flames Over London is a powerful tale of resilience, unity, and hope in the darkest of nights.