Contemporary lifestyle fiction

Book SynopsisPRE-ORDER HOME FOR CHRISTMAS, THE BRAND NEW FESTIVE TREAT FROM HEIDI SWAIN, COMING OCTOBER 2024. Holly has the place to herself this Christmas. It’s not her place, though – she is house-sitting for friends who live on Nightingale Square – just there to keep the place warm and cosy and only for long enough for her to sort her life out. Newly single and finding herself unsure about next steps for her career, she plans to hunker down and make some life decisions. To clear her mind, she sets off on early morning walks around a nearby lake and bumps into May, an older lady who is also new to the area, and her dapper Dachshund Monty. Quickly, a firm friendship blossoms. Then when Holly meets Bear, a rather large and rather attractive man, at the local pub, and his rescue dog Queenie, her stay at Nightingale Square suddenly feels even more appealing. As the community comes together for the season’s festivities, Holly muTrade Review‘A delightful read’ – Woman’s Own‘A heartwarming holiday tale of self-discovery’ * Yours *‘A heart warming read’ * Heat *‘You won’t be able to avoid that festive feeling with this gloriously Christmassy novel’ * My Weekly *

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Book Synopsis'A thoroughly modern love story with old-fashioned heart' Vogue___________________Meet Ursula 35-year-old Ursula Byrne is successful, witty, smart, and single. She's tried all the dating apps, and let's just say: she's underwhelmed by her options. Enter The ArcA mysterious, super-sophisticated matchmaking service that relies on a complex series of emotional, psychological and physiological assessments. The price tag is high, the promise ambitious- you get one match, and one match only. Because one is all you need for a partnership that will go the distance.Is this a date with destiny? Or with data?Ursula is paired with 42-year-old lawyer Rafael Banks, and from the start, this feels like the electric, lasting love they've each been seeking their whole adult lives. But as their relationship unfolds in unanticipated ways, the two begin to question The Arc's legitimacy. After all, the arc of a relationship is never predictable ... even when it's fully optimized.Trade ReviewA thoroughly modern love story with old-fashioned heart * Vogue *The satirical (yet also surprisingly deep) take on dating app culture we all need * Cosmopolitan *With giddy hilarity and stabs to the heart, Hoen's heady cocktail of satire and celebration is a delectable addition to the dating-app and matchmaking rom-com list. * Booklist *Hoen raises some fascinating questions about love and relationships and ends on an optimistic note that will please romance fans. The result is as thoughtful as it is thought-provoking. * Publishers Weekly *You don't expect a razor-sharp satire to satisfy so deeply on an emotional level, but The Arc does that and more: Tory Henwood Hoen brings humor, wit and brutal honesty to start-up culture, relationships and human frailty in this riveting debut. * Alexandra Andrews, author of Who is Maud Dixon *Tory Hoen has the rare combination of a satirists eye and a romantics soul. Populated though it may be with biz-whiz types, lifestyle apps, and start-up schemes, The Arc is, at its heart, about the inimitable qualities that make us human. Clear off space on your shelf of contemporary favorites for this timeless love story wrapped in a timely, funny portrait of modern society. * Mary Laura Philpott, author of I Miss You When I Blink *A zeitgeisty and hopeful page-turner that proves neither algorithms nor big data can keep the heart from wanting what it wants. * Courtney Maum, author of Touch and Costalegre *Whether she's skewering mediocre start-up bros or the absurdities of twenty-first century 'self-care,' there's nothing about the way we live now that escapes Hoen's gaze. A hilarious and thoughtful exploration of love in a culture obsessed with optimization, The Arc is a dazzling debut. * Grant Ginder, author of People We Hate at the Wedding *A delightful debut about love and dating and modern womanhood that asks as many questions about self-determination and free will as it answers. * Shelf Awareness *The Arc is an incisive, inventive, probing portrait of a modern relationship featuring remarkably well-drawn characters that readers will champion and adore. Hoen's clever, original debut is as hilarious as it is heartwarming. * Carola Lovering, author of Too Good to be True *Funny and modern ... like a rom-com's cooler big sister * Real Simple *

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Book SynopsisA gorgeous new festive read from the Kindle #1 bestselling author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club This Christmas, everything will change... When Liv Latimer says goodbye to her fellow nurses and finishes work for the holidays, she's looking forward to a Christmas to remember with her boyfriend Eddie. But as she leaves the hospital, tragedy strikes and Liv is faced with a choice. Will she ignore her instincts and go home as planned? Or will she stay, and potentially change the course of her life as she knows it? Whatever choice she makes, Liv is about to discover that fate finds a way... From the bestselling Irish author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club comes an emotional and uplifting festive story about love, family and how a split-second decision can change your life. Praise for Faith Hogan: 'Moving, gripping and as unputdownable as a box of Christmas chocolates.' – Samantha Tonge 'All the festive glitter, warmth and comfort you could want from a Christmas novel, I loved it.' – Josie Silver 'A captivating and uplifting read with all the joys of the festive season.' – Suzanne Snow 'A fine festive "sliding doors" read, scattered with surprises.' – Roisin Meaney 'Joyful, life-affirming and inspirational.' – Heidi Swain 'Heartwarming and emotional.' – Liz Fenwick 'A heart-rending, uplifting and beautifully written journey of female friendship... I loved being transported to Ireland's wild Atlantic coast.' – Phillipa Ashley 'Faith Hogan navigates beautifully between the community and the individual, forensically investigating moral issues and loyalties with an unflinching, yet humane eye. She is one of the most original and exciting writers to emerge from Ireland in recent times.' – Afric McGlinchey 'An intricately woven story of love, jealousy and misunderstanding.' – Diney Costeloe 'A cracking good story... An ideal beach read.' – Connaught Telegraph 'A fantastic summer read.' – Irish Daily Star 'A heart-warming story of love, loss, family and friendship.' – The Bookseller 'Spanning several decades and generations, Secrets We Keep is a hugely ambitious novel... with its engaging storyline and sense of place this is an absorbing and entertaining read.' – Sunday Independent (Dublin)Trade ReviewAll the festive glitter, warmth and comfort you could want from a Christmas novel, I loved it -- Josie SilverFate finds a way in this heartwarming story about jealousy, grief and friendship, set between Dublin and the wild Atlantic coast of Ireland * Woman's Own *If you enjoyed Sliding Doors you'll love Faith Hogan's latest book * Yours *PRAISE FOR THE LADIES' MIDNIGHT SWIMMING CLUB: 'This was a beautifully written, heart-rending but ultimately uplifting read set on Ireland's wild Atlantic coast. I loved it' Phillipa Ashley. 'Joyful, life-affirming and inspirational' Heidi Swain. 'Hogan presciently taps into the pursuit of these pandemic times' RTÉ. 'Charming... Full of pathos and humour. A heartwarming page-turner that would be perfect for staycation reading' * Irish Independent on Saturday *

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Book SynopsisLonglisted for the 2013 Man Booker Prize, the overlapping lives of five newcomers to China's most dynamic city are the subject of this kaleidoscopic novel.Welcome to Shanghai. A restless metropolis where old traditions collide with new ambitions a place where anything can happen and anyone can become Somebody.Golddigger, property magnate, pop star, entrepreneur and guru: five newcomers are lured by the promise of making fortunes and remaking identities. But they find their lives converging in unpredictable ways, as the Five Star Billionaire's lessons for success wreak havoc. For in a land where dreams may come true, nothing is ever quite as it seemsTrade Review‘Aw's tale of five migrant workers carving out lives in a modernising Shanghai is the stuff of a hit TV miniseries … the reading experience it offers is coolly engrossing’ Adam Mars-Jones, Observer ‘A brilliant, sprawling, layered and unsentimental portrayal of contemporary China’ Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie 'A fascinating cast of characters … a panoramic, expertly detailed painting of contemporary Shanghai' Sunday Times ‘“Five Star Billionaire” opens with a bang, not a whimper … Aw is a master storyteller and “Five Star Billionaire” can be read as “The Way We Live Now” for our times’ Aminatta Forna, Guardian ‘[Aw] is unmatched at evoking the smells and sounds of the land and cityscapes, the figures of speech and shifting cultural mores of that finger-like peninsula that pokes into the South China Sea …Their tales are told chapter by chapter, the characters slowly drawing closer together like flotsam in a vortex, before the stunning finale …There is wit here, and plenty of acute observation and characterisation’ Independent on Sunday ‘A new kind of immigrant novel. One that takes place in our increasingly mutlipolar world and is …a challenge to the old narrative’ Sunday Telegraph ‘The five characters are distinct, and Aw manages to bring them together well … Aw brilliantly recreates the intonations and vocabulary of someone educated only in Chinese’ Independent ‘Highly topical, sharply observed but affecting portmanteau novel’ Independent, ‘Books of the Year’ ‘A splendid achievement. The narrative … is brilliantly designed, a puzzle whose pieces click satisfyingly into place – Aw’s book could scarcely be bettered’ Independent on Sunday ‘Aw’s style – terse but tender, lightly ironic without being snide – is fresh, bracing and, above all, compassionate. His characters … form profound impressions on the reader. One simply cares deeply what happens to them, and this skilled writer never makes that an easy matter to predict’ Scotsman

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Book Synopsis**Don''t miss out on the gripping new thriller featuring Laughton Rees and Tannahill Khan, THE CLEARING OUT NOW**Count to three,' her mother told her, the last words she would ever speak.An Impossible Crime SceneA wealthy woman is found brutally murdered in the locked fortress of her London mansion. Surrounding her are four mysterious objects, including a book on forensics by Dr Laughton Rees.An Inescapable PastAs a teenager, Laughton's life was destroyed after witnessing her mother's brutal murder. Now a mother herself and forensic analyst, she is an expert on how to read crime scenes but never works live cases.An Uncatchable KillerPressured by the lead detective to help with the investigation, Laughton begins to realise that the objects left by the body are not just about the victim, they're also about her. Her childhood was destroyed by one killer. Now she must catch another before her daughter's is destroyed too.PRAISE FOR DARK OBJECTSThere are times when I read another author's Trade Review‘[A] haunting story that sends more than a shudder down the spine’ Daily Mail Best of the Year ‘[Simon Toyne] paints characters with such fine strokes that we can see every pore. It’s exquisite writing with ever-ratcheting tension.’ Tess Gerritsen in Observer ‘Gripping from first page to last, this is superb storytelling and it certainly sends a shudder down the spine.’ Mail Online ‘Clashing interests, an old case and intriguing and moving characters combine in this immensely readable novel that is, above all, about parenting.’ Library Review ‘This was a fun, crafty thriller… I love how he interwove a clever serial killer plot with a taught family drama. Definitely a one-sit read!’ Lisa Gardner, author of Before She Disappeared ‘An intense, compelling page-turner that is perfect for fans of Thomas Harris, from a hugely talented writer on top at the top of his game.’Steve Cavanagh, author of Thirteen ‘Simon Toyne knows his stuff, and in Dark Objects he puts it to excellent use, constructing a thrilling plot driven by intriguing, complex characters. The pacing is superb and as the suspense ratchets up you will find it impossible to put the book down.’Peter Robinson, author of Not Dark Yet ‘A stunning novel! Part wily procedural, part relentless psychological thriller, Dark Objects will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. And what a masterful voice, Toyne brings to his fiction!’Jeffery Deaver, author of Hunting Time and The Bone Collector ‘Simon Toyne, already one of the UK’s top thriller writers, really has outdone himself with Dark Objects. It’s intelligent, insanely paced and brimming with fresh ideas – I doubt I’ll read a better book this year.’M.W. CRAVEN, author of The Curator ‘Really enjoyed it! Compelling narrative. Intriguing, had me hooked from the get go.’Tim Sullivan, author of the DS Cross series

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Book SynopsisAn urgent novel about our very near future, and a deeply addictive pleasure' Katie Kitamura, author of IntimaciesMagnificent and stunning' Jeff VanderMeer, author of Hummingbird SalamanderAn immense achievement. Masterful and merciless' Olivia Sudjic, author of Asylum RoadA bold, addictive and urgent new novel about capitalism, environmental collapse and our near future.What is really going on?Patrick Hamlin has come to Hollywood to see his novel be adapted for the screen, but why does he get the feeling that the film project is a smokescreen for something else? Does Cassidy Carter, the troubled starlet due to play the lead, know something he doesn't? And what is the truth about WAT-R, the synthetic water everyone drinks in LA?Sharply funny, alluring and devastating, Something New Under the Sun is an unmissable novel for our present moment.Sun-drenched, sharply observed and swift-moving strange and new' GuardianProfoundly affecting somehow both funny and deeply unsettling' Rumaan AlamTrade Review‘Alexandra Kleeman expertly conjures California noir filtered through the ambient and not-so-ambient apocalypse’ Emma Cline, author of The Girls ‘Written with tremendous verve and flair, Something New Under the Sun is both an urgent novel about our very near future and a deeply addictive pleasure. Constantly surprising and endlessly inventive, every page is saturated with wit, intelligence, and extraordinary prose. Kleeman is a phenomenon, one of the most brilliant and gifted writers at work today’ Katie Kitamura, author of A Separation ‘With this novel, Alexandra Kleeman confirms her place as one of the major writers of her generation. Reading it is like looking at a familiar room through warped glass: What you perceive is distorted and unsettling while remaining curiously beautiful’ Esmé Weijun Wang, author of The Collected Schizophrenias ‘A richly rendered ecological novel, characterized not only by how it sets the landscape but also by the fact that the landscape is quite often allowed to run the show. Kleeman is phenomenal when it comes to place writing. Like many of the characters in her book, I got lost inside her scene-setting, arid and wild, happy to let her drive me wherever her genius brain thought we should go. This is a book I’ll be thinking about for years to come’ Kristen Arnett, author of With Teeth ‘An immense achievement. A masterful and merciless skewering of our times, rendered with such grace I couldn't put it down’ Olivia Sudjic, author of Asylum Road ‘…Kleeman is a writer working with far more flair than most. Her novels critique the comfortable indifference of life under late capitalism and, as such, are quite the opposite: observant, unnerving and bold’ i Newspaper ‘Profoundly affecting –somehow both funny and deeply unsettling’ Rumaan Alam, author of Leave the World Behind

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Book SynopsisBrown Girls flows like a late night FM-radio dedication to the crew, the block, and the mission. This book's a gift' Paul Beatty, author of The SelloutAn ode to girlhood' Raven Leilani, author of LusterA fiercely poetic coming-of-age novel following a group of young women of colour in Queens, New York.Brown Girls dives deep into the lives of a group of young women of colour growing up in Queens, New York. Here, streets echo with many languages, subways rumble above dollar stores and the briny scent of the ocean wafts in from Rockaway Beach. Here, girls like Nadira, Gabby, Naz, Trish, Angelique, and many others, struggle to reconcile their immigrant backgrounds with the American culture they come of age in. Here, they become friends for life. Or so they vow.Brown Girls is a blazingly original, sweeping debut novel told by an unforgettable chorus of voices.Joyous, bittersweet, hilarious a coming of age story for us all' Nikesh Shukla, author of Brown BabyInfectious holds worlds within its pages' GuardianGorgeous incredibly moving'IndependentIf you liked LUSTER try BROWN GIRLS'Sunday Times StyleA cracker of a first novel' GlamourTransporting not to be missed' StylistA daring debut fearless' New York TimesSHORTLISTED FOR THE CENTRE FOR FICTION 2022 FIRST NOVEL PRIZEONE OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2022 IN THE NEW YORK TIMES, GUARDIAN, INDEPENDENT, GLAMOUR, STYLIST, INEWS, SUNDAY TIMES STYLE, LITERARY FRICTION PODCAST AND MORE.Trade Review'Brown Girls achieves immediate lift-off … [at] times, audaciously, it’s as if she’s talking about every brown girl alive during the past century … Fearless' New York Times 'Strikingly exuberant … The book certainly has spiky, thought-provoking things to say … but it is most memorable in its gorgeous depictions of friendship. It is also an incredibly moving meditation on growing up … This gives a novel set in Queens a powerful universality’ Independent ‘Attracting huge amounts of buzz … a fierce examination of race, class and marginalisation in America today’ ipaper ‘Brown Girls flows like a late night FM-radio dedication to the crew, the block, and the mission … This book is a gift’ Paul Beatty, author of The Sellout ‘Transporting and energising … it’s not to be missed’ Stylist ‘Glorious … While there is much that many brown girls will relate to—including experiences that feel stolen straight from my memories—Andreades succeeds in making the stories feel specific beyond a singular experience … breadth, depth and enormous richness’ New York Times Book Review ‘An acute study of those tender moments of becoming. An ode to girlhood, inheritance, and the good trouble the body yields’ Raven Leilani, author of Luster ‘Brown Girls is filled with an unforgettable cast of characters …Precise and powerful, this is a coming-of-age story for us all’ Nikesh Shukla, author of Brown Baby 'A heady, poetic exploration of growing up … It left me speechless' Huma Qureshi, author of Things We Do Not Tell the People We Love ‘Brown Girls is a song—of celebration, of mourning, of rage, of fierce living’ Rowan Hisayo Buchanan, author of Starling Days ‘Seething with raw, exuberant life … It's hard to think of another book with more spirit or a keener eye’ Alexandra Kleeman, author of Something New Under the Sun

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Book SynopsisSue Moorcroft delivers great stories time after time.' MILLY JOHNSONI love all of Sue Moorcroft's books!' KATIE FFORDEWill one summer in Sicily change her life for ever?After her marriage falls apart, Ursula Quinn is offered the chance to spend the summer working at a hotel on a beautiful island off the coast of Sicily, Italy. Excited by a new adventure, she sets off at once.At Residenza dei Tringali, Ursula receives a warm welcome from everyone except Alfio, son of the Tringali family. He gave up his life in Barcelona to help his mother Agata with the ailing business, and is frustrated with Ursula's interference and she in turn is less than impressed with his attitude. As they spend more time together, though, they begin to see each other in a different light.But what with Ursula's ex-husband on her tail, family secrets surfacing and an unexpected offer that makes Alfio question his whole life, there's plenty to distract them from one another. Can she face her past and he his futurTrade ReviewPraise for Sue Moorcroft: ‘A heartfelt Sicilian escape about family, being true to yourself, and the risks we take for love. All against the stunning backdrop of Ortigia – just beautiful.’ Leonie Mack ‘As warm and wonderful as an Italian summer night. I stayed up way too late to finish it. Loved every moment!’ Christina Courtenay ‘A joyous slice of summer sunshine, gloriously uplifting and the perfect escape.’ Alex Brown 'I was whisked away to sunny France in this fabulously engaging story full of warmth and charm with the added benefit of books and pastries!' Bella Osborne ‘An absolutely gorgeous French escape full of sunshine – I loved it!’ Rachael Lucas ’Sue Moorcroft whisks you away to a stunning French setting with lashings of romance – sheer delight!’ Fiona Gibson ‘Must read!’ Daily Express ‘I love all of Sue Moorcroft’s books!’ Katie Fforde

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Book SynopsisFinalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction 2024''Any book by Yiyun Li is a cause for celebration'' SIGRID NUNEZ''One of our finest living authors'' NEW YORK TIMES''Bruising, beautiful'' GUARDIANA dazzling new collection of short stories written over a decade, spanning loss, alienation, ageing and the strangeness of contemporary life from Yiyun Li, the prize-winning author of The Book of GooseA grieving mother makes a spreadsheet of everyone she's lost. A professor develops a troubled intimacy with her hairdresser. And every year, a restless woman receives an email from a strange man twice her age and several states away. In Yiyun Li's stories, people strive for an ordinary existence until doing so becomes unsustainable, until the surface cracks and grand mysterious forces death, violence, estrangement come to light. And even everyday life is laden with meaning, studded with indelible details: a filched jar of honey, a mound of wounded ants, a photograph kept hidden for many years, Trade Review Praise for Wednesday’s Child ‘Quiet, subtle and often agonisingly wrenching … Li explores the brittle fractures within the human heart … A shimmering meditation’ Financial Times ‘Strands of melancholy are braided through Li’s tender, thoughtful stories’ Daily Mail ‘Grief, survival, aftermath: these are the themes of Yiyun Li’s new book … Many of the pieces centre on the painful unspooling of memories as life continues’ Observer ‘Each story exposes a tender nub of humanity, captured with quietly devastating force in Li's artful prose. This is a collection to savour, contemplate and return to’ Culture Whisper Praise for Yiyun Li ‘Any new book by Yiyun Li is cause for celebration, but now more than ever do we need the clarity and humaneness of her vision’ Sigrid Nunez, author of The Friend ‘Li is extraordinary – a storyteller of the first order. She inhabits the lives of her characters with such force and compassion that one cannot help but marvel’ Junot Díaz, author of This is How You Lose Her ‘Few writers match Yiyun Li’s ability to explore human desire and ambition … One of the great writers of our time’ Tash Aw, author of We, the Survivors 'Yiyun Li writes deeply, drolly, and with elegance about history, even as it’s happening. She is one of my favourite writers' Meg Wolitzer, author of The Female Persuasion ‘Li writes with a shimmering and deeply felt precision’ Guardian ‘Li’s books render the world so sharply that they might draw blood’ Los Angeles Times ‘Li narrates from the fringes of her own experience … She insists on her own uncategorizable perspective, breaking rules in a sly, stubborn way’ Alexandra Kleeman, New York Times

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Book SynopsisThe feel-good read of 2024. Perfect for fans of Mike Gayle, Beth O'Leary and Alice Oseman's Heartstopper.Selected as one of the Independent's 19 debut authors set to make their mark in 2023Gentle, honest and beautifully authentic' Julietta Henderson'Touching and sincere' The Sunday TimesFeel-good, heartwarming fiction' Holly Miller'I'm totally #TeamArthurandTeddy' Heidi Swain'A feel-good novel to inspire' My Weekly'Uplifting and emotional' Justin Myers'A celebration of family and love' PlatinumJoyful, big-hearted' Freya Sampson'Will stay with me for a VERY long time' Miranda DickinsonNo one in the family is prepared when 79-year-old Arthur Edwards drops a bombshell: he''s gay, and after a lifetime in the closet, he''s finally ready to come out.Arthur''s 21-year-old grandson, Teddy, has the same secret. But Teddy doesn''t feel ready to come out yet especially when Arthur's announcement causes shockwaves in the family.Can Arthur and Teddy navigate first loves, heartbreak, and finding thTrade Review‘The very best of feel-good, heartwarming fiction’ Holly Miller, author of The Sight of You ‘A true joy of a read’ Closer ‘Proving there's no age limit on following your heart and finding love! I'm totally #TeamArthurandTeddy.’ Heidi Swain, Sunday Times bestselling author ‘Readers will be rooting for them in this charming debut novel by Fermanagh writer Ryan Love.’The Irish Times ‘A warm, uplifting, and emotional read’ Justin Myers, author of The Fake Up ‘Gentle, honest and beautifully authentic’ Julietta Henderson, author of The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman ‘You’ll fall in love with these two’ Bella ‘A joyful, big-hearted story about family, friendship and finding your place in the world’ Freya Sampson, author of The Last Chance Library ‘Funny, warm . . . so, so touching . . . Arthur and Teddy will stay with me for a VERY long time’ Miranda Dickinson, Sunday Timesbestselling author ‘[An] absolute delight of a novel. Life-affirming, warm and so full of love.’ Chloe Timms, author of The Seawomen ‘A sweet coming out story which sensitively portrays the difficulties and the celebrations of coming out and being true to yourself’ Emma Denny, author of One Night in Hartswood

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Book SynopsisWow. Fans of Jodi Picoult will love this!' Real Reader Review, ?????What happens when his secret wife is the only one who can save your child?Elle has the perfect life. A hard-working husband, a clever little boy, and a gorgeous home in a quaint neighbourhood.Jen also has the perfect life. A passionate relationship with a doting husband, a creative little girl, and an exciting career.When a strange coincidence throws them together, they become close friends. But then they uncover a shocking truth: they share the same husband.As they both grapple with this devastating revelation, Elle receives worrying news about her son's health. When things go from bad to worse and Elle has no one else to turn to, will Jen help the woman who shattered her world? And can Elle trust the other woman with her child's life?An emotional and powerful novel about motherhood, friendship and a shocking secret that will tear life as they know it apart. Guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very last page. PerfTrade ReviewPraise for Lisa Timoney: ‘Heartbreaking and life affirming…it had me turning the pages late into the night… A fantastic read!’ – Emma Robinson the bestselling author of My Husband’s Daughter 'A moving, compelling family drama which keeps you turning the pages.' Linda Green 'A warm-hearted, page-turning read about a family shattered by a disastrous past event.' – Ali Mercer author of His Secret Family 'A thoughtful family drama, with well-rounded characters and a tangle of past secrets.' – USA Today and Amazon bestseller Jill Childs ‘An assured debut about family, loyalty and secrets…I loved it.’ – Laura Pearson ‘A gripping story of family secrets, love and past tragedy. It kept me hooked from beginning to end. A seriously impressive debut.’ – Annie Lyons

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Book SynopsisMy eyes are full of tears and my heart is bursting with overflowing joy! What a beautiful, delightful, original plot!' ?????I can see you don't believe me, girl, but I'm telling you that there's magic in the moon and that big sea out there.'1938One midnight in June, 15-year-old Lamorna Williams throws a message in a bottle into the Atlantic at Magic Cove, hoping to meet her one true love and someone writes back.1997On the other side of the world, Lamorna tells her story to her 16-year-old great nephew Ethan inspiring him to do the same. But this time, his message isn't found for over twenty yearsPresent daySingle mum, Merrin Pascoe, is told of the legend of Magic Cove. In a moment of madness, Merrin wishes on the moon, and next day she finds a bottle in the sea. Will the cove cast its spell once againReaders love this book:This story broke my heart in places and then pieced it back together again and made me laugh and cry in equal measure' ?????Loved the magical feeling that I got froTrade Review‘A delightfully romantic, heartwarming and humorous tale … cosy, poignant and uplifting all at the same time’ Linda Huber ‘Characters so delightful they'll stay with you a very long time’ Lynda Stacey ‘I adored this feel-good read which definitely has the magic touch!’ Debbie Viggiano ‘A deliciously absorbing tale, with a good sprinkling of magic and well-drawn characters you can’t help but care about’ Kelly Florentia‘A delightfully romantic, heartwarming and humorous tale … cosy, poignant and uplifting all at the same time’ Linda Huber ‘Characters so delightful they'll stay with you a very long time’ Lynda Stacey ‘I adored this feel-good read which definitely has the magic touch!’ Debbie Viggiano ‘A deliciously absorbing tale, with a good sprinkling of magic and well-drawn characters you can’t help but care about’ Kelly Florentia

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Book SynopsisThe brand new feel-good, funny and fabulous book from the No.1 bestseller!Starting again never felt so good!The worst day of her life could be the best thing that's ever happened.Kim Jacobs believes that she is happily married, until her husband tells her he is leaving her. Forced to re-evaluate her life on the same day that her son leaves for university, Kim is shocked to find herself sleeping in the spare room of his college flatshare.She never imagined her prime would be spent with a bunch of man-babies, but amongst the empty pizza boxes and unwashed laundry, Kim can feel something starting to happen.Can her unlikely new housemates help her realise that maybe the best is yet to come?Readers LOVE Tracy Bloom!So, so, so funny, I genuinely laughed out loud'?????Just like catching up with a good friend'?????A fab read which you don't want to put down'?????Utterly brilliant'?????Funny, totally relatable and made me laugh out loud'?????No doubt about it at least a 6 out of 5!'?????Tracy Trade ReviewPraise for Tracy Bloom: ‘Deft and witty’ Sunday Mirror ‘Warm, witty and wise’ The Daily Mail ‘Likeable, funny and relatable’ Heat magazine ‘This hilarious book will sweep you up in its sheer brilliance’ Marie Claire ‘Tracy Bloom had me in stitches. Again’ Milly Johnson ‘Very entertaining’ Katie Fforde ‘Hilarious! A must-read for anyone who's ever been on the wrong side of a relationship’ Coleen Nolan

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Mister Hockey gets the hat-trick with his rugged charm, steamy kisses, and one broken rule that leads to love. I’m a Hellions fan-atic, and you will be, too!” — Jennifer Ryan, New York Times bestselling author “Riley launches her Hellions Angel series with this addictively readable sports romance written with a deliciously zesty sense of humor that will have fans of Susan Elizabeth Phillips cheering... the chemistry she crafts… is so red-hot that readers will need to don hockey gloves while turning the pages.” — Booklist (starred review) “Sexy, sweet, and so damn funny! Mister Hockey is the perfect beach read.” — Jennifer Blackwood, USA Today bestselling author of The Rule Book “Sexy parts hot enough to melt ice.” — Kirkus Reviews “Mister Hockey is as sexy as he is funny and sweet. And Breezy Angel is a wonderful heroine for my book-loving, fangirling heart. A perfect debut for Lia Riley’s new Hellions Angels series!” — AJ Pine, author of the Kingston Ale House series “With likeable characters who have great chemistry, Mister Hockey is fun and refreshing!” — Kelly Jamieson, USA Today Bestselling Author

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Book SynopsisBreaking up is hard to do. Especially when he''s left his wife for you . . .What to do if Matthew, your secret lover of the past four years, finally decides to leave his wife Sophie and their two daughters and move into your flat, just when you''re thinking that you might not want him anymore . . .PLAN A: Stop shaving your armpits. And your bikini line. Tell him you have a moustache that you wax every six weeks. Stop having sex with him. Pick holes in the way he dresses. Don''t brush your teeth. Or your hair. Or pluck out the stray hag-whisker that grows out of your chin. Buy incontinence pads and leave them lying around.PLAN B: Accidentally on purpose bump into his wife Sophie. Give yourself a fake name and identity. Befriend Sophie. Actually begin to really like Sophie. Snog Matthew''s son (who''s the same age as you by the way. You''re not a paedophile). Buy a cat and give it a fake name and identity. Befriend Matthew''s childreTrade ReviewPraise for Jane Fallon * - *Chick lit with an edge * Guardian *A brilliant and original tale * Sun *Intelligent, edgy and witty * Glamour *I love Fallon, she's in a category all of her own - her books are great fun and her characters are fabulous, believable women who take no nonsense -- Marian Keyes * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisSteinbeck''s first posthumously published work, The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights is a reinterpretation of tales from Malory''s Morte d''Arthur. In this highly successful attempt to render Malory into Modern English, Steinbeck recreated the rhythm and tone of the original Middle English.

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Book SynopsisLaugh out loud with the gorgeously romantic rural comedy from the bestselling author of A Cornish SummerPolly is content and settled in married life, until one comment shakes everything up.''You''ve gone all fat and complacent because you''ve got your man, haven''t you?''Polly Penhalligan is outraged at the suggestion that since getting married to Nick and settling into their beautiful manor farmhouse in Cornwall she has let herself go. But watching a lot of telly and gorging on biscuits, not getting dressed until lunchtime and waiting for pregnancy to strike are not the signs of someone living an active and fulfilled life. So Polly does something rash.She allows her home to be used as a location for a TV advert. Having a glamorous film crew around will certainly put a bomb under the idyllic, rural life. Only perhaps she should have consulted Nick first . . .Because before the cameras have even started to roll - anTrade ReviewAn addictive cocktail of wit, frivolity and madcap romance * Time Out *A joy . . . you're in for a treat * Daily Mail *Hilarious and full of surprises * Daily Telegraph *Alliott has a way of getting you hooked, and making you read on and on * Mirror *Fresh and witty. I couldn't put it down * Sunday Express *Praise for Catherine Alliott * - *Intelligent and sparkling -- Marian KeyesCompulsively readable * Times *Hilarious yet poignant -- Sophie KinsellaWarm, witty and wise * Daily Mail *Classy, wonderfully gossipy and breathless * Red *We defy you not to get caught up in Alliott's life-changing tale * Heat *

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Book SynopsisAnimal tales full of folklore and magic, chosen for for children aged 7-11

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Book SynopsisThe first rule of heartbreak club is - get your heart broken. That''s all really.Caroline''s heart broke when her husband took his own life. Josh''s heart broke when his wife was killed in an accident.And somehow, talking to a group of strangers once a week doesn''t seem to be helping either of them. Until Sylvia arrives. When she lost her own partner two years ago, she fell apart and had to put herself back together. Most of all she wished for the help of someone who''d been through it already. And now she''s here to pass her handbook on to those who need it most. The problem is, following Sylvia''s rules means looking to the future. And Caroline and Josh each need some answers from their past before they can even think about that... Praise for Eva Woods and her novels:''Uplifting'' Independent''Life-affirming'' Adele Parks''Smart and wise'' Tasmina Perry''Touching Trade ReviewA touching and thought-provoking page-turner -- Holly Miller, author of THE SIGHT OF YOUWill make you laugh while it tugs at your heart strings * People Magazine *Uplifting * Independent *Life-affirming -- Adele ParksSmart and wise -- Tasmina Perry

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Book SynopsisBeloved New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis returns to Sunrise Cove with a beguiling, lighthearted story about fresh starts, second chances and true love.''Perfect, feel-good fiction'' Sarah Morgan''Fall in love with Jill Shalvis! She''s my go-to read for humor and heart'' Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author''[J]ust as welcoming as the cozy small-town community within which it''s set, and Shalvis hits the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Readers will be thrilled'' PUBLISHERS WEEKLY.............................................Can a fresh start lead to true happiness?When Harper Shaw''s life falls apart, she ditches everything that doesn''t spark joy - from her soul-sucking job to eating kale to making lists - and sets off for Lake Tahoe, to fulfil her dreams of opening her own bakery.Settled in bet

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Book Synopsis''THE GOOD PART is one of the most heartfelt and wonderful books I''ve read all year'' BETH O''LEARY''Sophie''s books are always filled with warmth, but she''s outdone herself here. It''s the definition of a feel-good read! Funny, poignant, and heartfelt, I fell head-over-heels for this one'' LAURA JANE WILLIAMS________From the New York Times bestselling author of Just Haven''t Met You Yet, This Time Next Year, and Before I Do''I wish I could skip to the good part, where my life is sorted. I''m so tired of being broke and single and stuck . . . I just want to get to the good part of my life.'' What if you could fast forward to your happy ever after? Lucy Young is twenty-six and fed up with life, so when she stumbles upon a wishing machine, she wishes to skip ahead. When she wakes up the next day to the perfect life, Lucy can''t believe it''s real . . . especially when she looks in the mirror and sees her Trade ReviewA fresh, heartwarming work of art, The Good Part left me buried under an avalanche of emotions and with a new appreciation for the life's small, beautiful moments. This is a book to read twice - once to feverishly tear through the pages and a second time to savour * Annabel Monaghan, author of NORA GOES OFF SCRIPT and SAME TIME NEXT SUMMER *A fun loving romp, The Good Part is a delight to read. With characters that are full of heart, this book is the reminder we all need to stop and relish all the moments along the way to whatever our dream life looks like. I couldn't put it down! * Betty Cayouette of Betty’s Book List and the author of ONE LAST SHOT *No matter where you are in life, The Good Part is a highly relatable read. This charming and poignant timeslip story had me considering my own experiences from a new perspective and with a renewed sense of gratitude. Sophie Cousens is one of a select few authors I will happily allow to break my heart again and again because it's just such a pleasure to find out how she'll mend it. I laughed, I sobbed, and I enjoyed every word * Sarah Adler, author of MRS. NASH'S ASHES *The Good Part is such a good concept - I was totally hooked. Sophie's books are always filled with warmth, but she's outdone herself here. It's the definition of a feel-good read! Funny, poignant, and heartfelt, I fell head-over-heels for this one. * Laura Jane Williams *Warm, witty and wise. I defy anyone not to fall for both Lucy and Sam. THE GOOD PART is just wonderful. * Emily Stone *Warmth and joy wrapped up into one very lovely book, The Good Part is a reminder that sometimes the messiest days are also the best days. An absolute must-read. * Hannah Doyle *The Good Part is one of the most heartfelt and wonderful books I've read all year. I laughed, I cried, I never wanted it to end... and it's exactly the message that twenty-something me needs. Sophie writes romance so beautifully, and Lucy's journey of self-discovery and acceptance felt like a warm hug! * Beth Reekles *Best-selling Cousens knocks it out of the park with this whimsical story that is reminiscent of the movie 13 Going on 30 . . . This heartfelt and unique romcom will have readers on the edges of their seats up to the emotional conclusion * Booklist *A truly magical read! This book has it all, laughs, tears and a whole lot of heart * Jo Watson *I completely loved The Good Part. It's everything a rom-com should be; hilarious, full of heart and warmth, all while being a brilliantly compelling and readable story. Sophie is officially a genius and I'm her number one fan * Lucy Vine *A fun. brilliant read. * That's Life Magazine *Swoonworthy, laugh-out-loud funny and beautifully tender. Sophie's best yet! * Laura Carter *I loved this high-concept romcom, which constantly kept me guessing. * Sara Manning, Literary Editor for Red Magazine *This fun and emotional read (we def sobbed!) is a total treat. * Fabulous Magazone *One for fans of 13 Going on 30, this brings laughs and heartache in equal measure * Heat *A beautifully observed romcom * Woman & Home *A hilarious, heartfelt read * Woman's Own *This fun tale has a fantasy twist reminding us 'be careful what you wish for'. * Peterborough Telegraph *

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Book Synopsis *THE MOST RELATABLE NOVEL SAD GIRLS WILL READ ALL YEAR*A laugh-out-loud-funny, addictive book book about growing up, finding your purpose and whether everyone really does have a novel within them, for fans of MONICA HEISEY, OTTESSA MOSHFEGH and COCO MELLORS.''Brilliant'' Daily Mail''Comic'' Guardian''Extremely relatable'' Sydney Morning Herald''Unique and smart'' Emma Gannon''Weird and witty'' Chloë Ashby''I loved it'' Laura KayMaybe my main character will slowly lose their mind too. Novels usually need an abandoned woman going crazy in them. It''s gonna be, like, a sad girl novel. An Australian expat in Berlin, Kim is jobless, rootless, and - as she''s slowly discovering - somewhat useless.That is until a chance encounter with Matthew, a hotshot New York literary agent, gives Kim the direction she''s bTrade ReviewTake Hannah Horvarth's endearing naivety and Kirstin Wiig's loveable kookiness and you have the hilarious new protagonist Kim - you can't help but root for her. Unique and smart with wry humour that will make you laugh out loud. I enjoyed following (and re-living) the trials and tribulations of being a 20-something writer desperate to prove herself to the world -- Emma GannonPip Finkemeyer has drawn such a unique, funny and painfully astute character in Kim. I could keep reading her inner monologue forever. It is rare to pick up a novel so simultaneously hilarious and moving. I loved it. -- Laura Kay, author of The SplitWhat a voice - weird, witty, wonderfully unique. SAD GIRL NOVEL will make you laugh and move you, too. A winning combination. -- Chloe Ashby, author of Wet PaintWhile Kimberley Mueller spends a lot of time wondering whether she's talented, Finkemeyer need have no such doubts. Finkemeyer's narrator--with her gift for both self-delusion and self-awareness--is a stroke of genius. Sad Girl Novel achieves all we can ask of contemporary fiction: it mocks and sympathises in equal measure. I closed it feeling better able to laugh at myself -- Diana Reid, author of Love & VirtueTold through the eyes of Kim, a twenty-something Australian navigating the complexities of love, friendship, and mental health in Berlin, this novel will have you laughing, crying and wanting more. A book about finding yourself, losing yourself and everything in between, Finkemayer will draw you in with her stark realism and heartbreaking honesty. * The Urban, Australia *A captivating novel . . . Finkemeyer has an irreverent voice that will have you reaching for a pen to underline every second sentence. Sad Girl Novel will appeal to literary fiction readers who enjoyed Ottessa Moshfegh's My Year of Rest and Relaxation and Sally Rooney's Beautiful World, Where Are You. * Books + Publishing *

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Book Synopsis From Sunday Times and #1 New York Times bestselling author of Things We Never Got Over The bride is a doll. The groom is the perfect gentleman. But the rest of the wedding party are the stuff of nightmares.Rich? YesVapid? YesEntitled? YesAnd the Best Man? More like the Worst Man. But Maid of Honor Franchesca takes her duties seriously. There''s no way she''s going to let that pretentious, judgmental jackhole ruin her best friend''s wedding. No matter how sexy he is . . .

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Book SynopsisAn uplifting and unforgettable story of love, hope and finding you''re not alone . . .NAMED ''ONE TO WATCH'' IN GRAZIA, CULTUREFLY, THE BOOKSELLER AND BY THE BBC''Gorgeous. I shed tears. Very, very touching, sweet and hopeful'' MARIAN KEYES''Heartbreaking and glorious . . . [An] absolute joy of a novel'' HEAT, ''BOOK OF THE WEEK''''Beautiful, moving and unexpectedly timely. It''s such a pleasure to spend time in Meredith''s world'' DAISY BUCHANAN''Touching and funny and sad and hopeful. I loved Meredith, Alone so much!'' JANE FALLON________Meredith Maggs has everything a person needs.A best friend in Sadie.A beloved cat in Fred.Jigsaws to fill the time.Recipes to perfect.Even a weekly visit from the Tesco delivery guy.So what if she hasn''t left the house in 1,214 days? That her memories are treacherous, and it''s getting harder to ignore theTrade ReviewGorgeous. I shed tears. Very, very touching, sweet and hopeful -- Marian KeyesMeredith, Alone is beautiful, moving and unexpectedly timely and this time next summer everyone is going to know Claire Alexander's name. It's such a pleasure to spend time in Meredith's world -- Daisy BuchananFans of Eleanor Oliphant will love this big-hearted book [...] Meredith is a wonderful character * Good Housekeeping *Absolutely gorgeous. If you like a book that makes you feel all the feels, this is the one to go for -- Miranda Dickinson, bestselling author of Take A Look At Me NowBeautiful . . . A story filled with love and hope, and well-crafted characters * Grazia *With a gorgeous cast of characters, this story tackles difficult subjects, and unfolds sensitively. Fans of Eleanor Oliphant [...] will devour it * Woman & Home *I laughed, I cried, and I bowed down to the brilliant author of this brilliant book -- Gillian McAllister, bestselling author of That NightThis moving story tackles difficult subjects, but unfolds beautifully and sensitively * Woman's Weekly *Heartbreaking and glorious . . . [An] absolute joy of a novel * Heat 'Book of the Week' *A gorgeous, charming novel . . . Sweet, moving, funny and hopeful, with a courageous heroine who sweeps you up in her story -- Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author of AriadneI loved Meredith, Alone so much! Touching and funny and sad and hopeful. I have a Meredith shaped hole in my life now I've finished it -- Jane Fallon, bestselling author of Worst Idea EverFans of Eleanor Oliphant will love this big-hearted book . . . Meredith is a wonderful character * Good Housekeeping *Thought provoking, relatable and hopeful. Ultimately this is a very human novel with a huge amount of heart * Culturefly, 'Books To Look Forward To' *Meredith is such a lovely character and will break your heart -- Julie Owen Moylan, author of That Green Eyed GirlA touching novel about family, friendship and being in the world, full of warmth * i *It's not sugar coated but it's not depressing either, with Alexander finding just the right balance to make this a thought provoking, relatable and uplifting book. With a wonderfully ordinary cast of characters, all of them just trying to do the best they can with the hands they've been dealt, Meredith, Alone celebrates friendship, connection, forgiveness and the healing power of love. Ultimately this is a very human novel with a huge amount of heart * Culturefly *A beautiful unfolding of a character I was not ready to let go of at the end of this book. Meredith's story is a raw and poignant reflection of what it means to rebuild a life after trauma -- Dr Julie Smith, bestselling author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This BeforeThis affecting, absorbing debut about an agoraphobic sociophobe reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine * Daily Mail *You'll root for Meredith all the way * Daily Express *This story tackles difficult subjects, but unfolds beautifully and sensitively. Fans of Gail Honeyman's bestseller Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine will devour it * Woman *Absolute page-turner . . . I loved being in the company of Meredith -- Janice Forsyth * BBC Radio Scotland *Ultimately a book about hope and the power of friendship. A moving read which will leave you thinking about Meredith - even after you've turned the last page * Courier *Spirited, lovely, and full of hope * Sainsbury's Magazine *Hugely recommended * Fabulous *Utterly joyful * Sun *I love this book for so many reasons, but mostly for Meredith herself who is both flawed and loveable. Although Meredith Alone is totally unique, it also reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine in all the best ways -- Anna BonetHeartbreaking but heart-warming * Sun *This has real resonance * Sunday Post *Meredith is a likeable heroine who you can't help but root for . . . This is a book about hope and the power of friendship * Sunday Life *Alexander's touching debut is beautifully written and . . . brims with hope and the possibility of happiness. Sensitive, relatable * Mail on Sunday *Set to be one of the biggest debuts of the summer . . . Fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine should be prepared to fall in love with Meredith, Alone * OX Magazine *Uplifting . . . there's a balance between darker themes and inspiring, uplifting ones: finding hope when (or where) you least expect it and learning to love yourself * Sunday Mail *For fans of Gail Honeywell's Eleanor Oliphant, Claire Alexander's debut novel is a moving story of finding inner strength and courage to overcome our deepest fears . . . Both heartwarming and heartbreaking, Alexander pulls at the heartstrings as we root for Meredith from the very beginning * The Upcoming *A novel that examines our most private spaces and what it means to be alone versus lonely, this charming, thought-provoking debut novel will be a big hit * Good Morning America *A touching contemporary fiction following one woman's journey back into the world * Popsugar *A timely and poignant book about trauma, loneliness, and stepping outside of our comfort zones - literally * BuzzFeed *An optimistic, feel-good novel * Kirkus Reviews *[A] satisfying debut. The endearing characters offer a sensitive portrayal of what it means to live with mental health issues... with heart to spare * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisFrom the No. 1 bestselling author of WAR LORD comes an epic retelling of the Arthurian legend, which is now a major television series on ITV. The all-star cast will include Iain De Caestecker, Stuart Campbell, Ellie James and Eddie Marsan.In the Dark Ages, a legendary warrior arises to unite a divided land . . .Uther, the High King of Britain, is dead.His only heir is the infant Mordred. Yet each of the country''s lesser kings seek to claim the crown for themselves.While they squabble and spoil for war, a host of Saxon armies gather, preparing for invasion.But no one has counted on the fearsome warlord Arthur.Handed power by Merlin and pursuing a doomed romance with the beautiful Guinevere, Arthur knows he will struggle to unite the country - let alone hold back the Saxon enemy at the gates.Yet destiny awaits him . . .Combining myth, history, and thrilling battlefield action, fans of Game of Thrones, The Last Kingdom, Conn Iggulden and Merlin will be captivated by this gripping epic.___________''Of all the books I have written these are my favourites'' Bernard Cornwell''Spellbinding realism'' The TimesTrade ReviewOf all the books I have written these are my favouritesThat every Cornwell novel is better than the last, devotees have long taken for granted * The Times Literary Supplement *Bernard Cornwell writes with gritty realism * Daily Telegraph *Spellbinding * The Times *

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Book SynopsisReese Witherspoon, Oprah and Roxane Gay LOVE her! Readers love her!Have you discovered New York Times bestseller and Reese''s Book Club pick Jasmine Guillory yet?''The queen of contemporary romance'' OprahMag''She writes the sexiest and smartest romances'' Red Magazine''Just as essential to a good summer holiday as SPF'' Grazia ''Jasmine has done it again. A fun, engaging, light romance'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''The loveliest little snack from the talented Jasmine Guillory'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''Like a Hallmark movie in book form'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐............................................................IT''S THE CHRISTMAS ROMANCE YOU WON''T WANT TO MISS!When Vivian Forest gets the chance to tag along on her daughter Maddie''s wTrade ReviewWhat a charming, warm, sexy gem of a novel. I couldn't put The Wedding Date down. I love a good romance and this delivered from the first page to the last... One of the best books I've read in a while -- Roxane Gay, New York Times bestselling author of HungerWith sharp banter, a well-rounded cast of characters, and plenty of swoony scenes, Jasmine Guillory defends her position as one of the most exciting rom-com writers out there * Buzzfeed *There is so much to relate to and throughout the novel, there is a sharp feminist edge. Loved this one, and you will too -- Roxane Gay, New York Times bestselling authorThe Wedding Date brims with personality. It's funny, deeply honest, and above all, truly swoony - the kind of all-consuming romance where you hold your breath with delight as two wonderful people start to find each other, like the best possible version of real life. We can't wait to read more from Jasmine Guillory -- Heather Cocks and Jessica Morgan, bestselling authors of The Royal WeA swoony rom-com brimming with humor and charm * Entertainment Weekly *Guillory's debut is as enchanting as her characters-bright, bold, warm and wonderful. Even better, there's a proposal to rival any commercial that Madison Avenue can deliver * WashingtonPost.com *This novel reads like a truly contemporary contemporary romance in that the hero and heroine grapple with issues anyone dating today will relate to * NPR.com *Kudos to Guillory, whose lively dialogue is matched by her multifaceted characters * Essence Magazine *The novel is a light-hearted and quick read with fully drawn characters * Associated Press *A romance novel that will make you believe in happily ever afters * Nylon.com *

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Book Synopsis''A yearning, tenderly bruising beauty of a book and a brilliant portrayal of friendship in the roaring noughties'' Rhik SamadderIt was a time of drinking too much and staying out all night.Of boozy al fresco dinners, sneaking into private clubs and midnight strolls on Hampstead Heath.It was a time of friendship, of falling in love and being young.A time when you felt that anything could happen.But the party can''t last forever, and for Joni and her friends, sunrise promises something darker than any of them could have imagined, as they face the one undeniable truth: it''s not if the party ends; it''s how.''A huge delight. I remained utterly gripped throughout'' Sofka Zinovieff, author of Putney''Engrossing . . . a powerful book with characters that will stay with you'' Heat''I loved Just for Today, a novel written by a young person about young people getting into the Trade Review'What a yearning, tenderly bruising beauty of a book. Generous, gorgeous and funny, it's a brilliant portrayal of friendship in the roaring noughties. When I finished, I was so bereft and impressed that I turned straight back to the beginning and started again' -- Rhik Samadder'Unputdownable. Totally wonderful' * Daisy Goodwin *'Engrossing . . . a powerful book with characters that will stay with you' * Heat *'An absolute page-turner of a coming-of-age story, a debut that pulls you in and doesn't let you go until the final page' * LoveReading *I was immediately pulled in with that wonderful feeling of "Ah, this is going to sail me along and provide huge delight." I longed to get back to it over the few days I read it and remained utterly gripped throughout -- Sofka Zinovieff, author of Putney

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Last Summer, Karen Swan, the glamorous capital city of Italy is brought to startling life in The Rome Affair, a compelling story of love, life and long-held secrets. 1974. Elena Damiani lives a gilded life. Born to wealth and a noted beauty, no door is closed to her, no man can resist her. At twenty-six, she is already onto her third husband when she meets her love match. But he is the one man she can never have – and all the beauty and money in the world can't change it.2017. Francesca Hackett is living la dolce vita in Rome, leading tourist groups around the Eternal City and forgetting the ghosts she left behind in London.When chance brings her into the orbit of her neighbour across the piazza – famed socialite Viscontessa Elena dei Damiani Pignatelli della Mirandola – the two women are intrigued by one another – and agree to collaborate on Elena's memoirs. As summer unfurls, Elena tells her sensational stories, leaving Cesca in her thrall.But when a priceless diamond ring, found in an ancient tunnel below the city streets, is ascribed to Elena, Cesca begins to suspect a shocking secret at the heart of Elena's life . . .'Glittering jewels, designer labels galore and the most mouth-watering pizza in Rome make this a satisfying summer beach read' – Veronica Henry, Daily ExpressEnjoy more of Karen Swan's captivating seasonal novels with The Greek Escape and The Paris Secret.Trade ReviewGlittering jewels, designer labels galore and the most mouth-watering pizza in Rome make this a satisfying summer beach read -- Veronica Henry * Daily Express *A fabulous book . . . perfect to read with a nice glass of Posecco this summer * Bookliterati.com *Pure escapism at its best * Candis *Simply an addictive read . . . Highly recommended! * Onmybookshelf blog *There is passion and glamour aplenty for romance fans but there is also humour, intrigue, high emotion, gripping twists and turns, and the dark, disturbing shadows that have become a trademark of Swan’s exciting writing * Lancashire Post *A satisfying summer beach read * Daily Express *A stunning journey -- Sunday Express on The Paris SecretThe Paris Secret had me from the moment I started reading -- Diane Chamberlain, internationally bestselling author, on The Paris Secret

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Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times bestselling author of Just Haven't Met You Yet and This Time Next Year'Romantic, wise and LOVELY' Marian KeyesWhat would you do if the one that got away turned up the night before your wedding?Audrey is marrying Josh; steady, dependable Josh, the love of her life. They share a flat and a bank account, and it's the only relationship that Audrey's ever had that feels like something she can put her trust in. But romance should be full of fireworks, and as the big day approaches, Audrey's found herself wondering if Josh really is 'the one'.So, when Josh's sister Miranda arrives at their rehearsal dinner with Fred - Audrey's 'What If?' guy, the man she met six years ago and had one amazing day with but never saw again - Audrey can't help but see it as a sign.Surely Fred's appearance the night before Audrey is due to get married can't be a coincidence. And when everything that could go wrong with the wedding starts to go wrong, Audrey has to wonder: could fate be trying to stop her from making a huge mistake?______________________________________Praise for Sophie Cousens:'Heart-warming and unashamedly romantic' RUTH JONES'Sparkling and uplifting' MHAIRI MCFARLANE'Sweet and heartwarming' LINDSEY KELK'Utterly brilliant, delightfully funny and impossible to put down' CATHY BRAMLEY*******Want more from Sophie Cousens? Pre order her next brilliant novel, The Good Part, now!Trade ReviewRomantic, wise and LOVELY * Marian Keyes *A new Sophie Cousens book is always cause for celebration. Sweet, smart, funny and warm, Before I Do is rom-com writing at its best. * Lindsey Kelk *I am the biggest fan of Sophie Cousens! She always delivers a true, laugh-out-loud, romcom with a ton of depth, and Audrey may be my favourite heroine. Before I Do could easily be her best book yet! * Lizzy Dent *A must-read for every rom-com reader out there, Before I Do is warm, witty, and wise. I raced through it! It's Sophie's best book yet - she really is a writer to watch * Laura Jane Williams *I'm a big fan of Cousens's beautifully written, pacy stories and this one is especially good on relationships,expectations, second chances and how hard it can be to let go. * Daily Mail *A total page-turner - with an endearing protagonist and packed with humour and warmth, Before I Do is a dazzling romance. This book is definitely 'the one'! * Beth Reekles *I adored this novel! Funny, clever, poignant, with characters that just leap off the page. I loved how I was never sure quite how it was going to end, and I kept thinking about it even when I wasn't reading. Thoroughly recommend! * Emily Stone *So romantic . . . the love story was unexpected in the best possible ways * Rosie Walker *I absolutely adored this clever, funny story - it's not only the best kind of romance but I want Audrey to be my new BFF * Rachael Lucas *A fun, heart-warming, will-they-won't-they romcom that is perfect for summer or an anytime feel-good read * Laura Carter *Sophie has transformed the idea of pre-wedding jitters into the most sensational love story. The characters are dazzling and the plot keeps you guessing right until the end. Totally glorious. * Hannah Doyle *A funny, insightful, properly swoony rom-com, Before I Do genuinely had me stumped as to which way Audrey would go, and perplexed as to what I wanted her to do. Cousens' deft unfurling of Audrey's dilemma is brilliant. Say 'I do' to the book! * Pernille Hughes *Bursting with brilliant characters and laugh-out-loud one-liners, this is a book to say 'I do' to * Heat *A heart-warming, witty read * Closer *Super-uplifting, super-funny and a super read! * Fabulous *'Heartwarming, romantic and funny . . . it's impossible to put down!' * Peterborough Telegraph *'A quirky and emotional love story with plenty of Sophie's trademark wit and humour - a joy to read!' * My Weekly *'A must-read that will make you laugh out loud and take a breath in equal measure and you will not be able to put this book down.' * Belfast Telegraph *'Quirky...this book isn't just simple romance - there is plenty of depth too, and twists that will keep you guessing right up to the final chapters!' * My Weekly *'Before I Do is the perfect page-turner.' * That's Life! *

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Book SynopsisTHREE CHRISTMASES. TWO BROKEN HEARTS. ONE HELL OF A JOURNEY.'Festive, feel-good and funny, a proper Christmas cracker of a read' LAURA KEMPDriving home marks the start of the holidays for Kate and Ed, who have made this journey every Christmas of their ten-year long relationship. Normally the seasonal hits blare from the car stereo, and they are guaranteed to be wearing ridiculous jumpers in anticipation, but this year a frosty silence fills the car... A massive argument leads to the immediate collapse of their relationship. But the show must go on, so they decide to brave their families together one last time. With three Christmases to celebrate, an old flame waiting under the mistletoe and a shed load of expectation around their future together, this most wonderful time of year is anything but. There will be turkey, tiffs and tantrums galore, but it's sure to be a Christmas they'll never forget.'Warm, witty and deeply moving . . . a real festive treat' CLODAGH MURPHY A hilarious and heartfelt seasonal romance from the author of All I Want for Christmas. Perfect for fans of Sophie Cousens and Lucy Vine.****************************HEAR WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT DRIVING HOME FOR CHRISTMAS'Had me laughing out loud . . . entertaining, full of heart and hope' 5* Reader Review'Such a beautiful book' 5* Reader Review'I loved everything about this book' 5* Reader Review'I gobbled up this book in one sitting . . . funny and heartfelt' 5* Reader ReviewTrade ReviewWarm, witty and deeply moving, Driving Home For Christmas is a gorgeous festive treat * Clodagh Murphy, author of THE REBOOT *Festive, feel-good and funny, a proper Christmas cracker of a read * Laura Kemp, author of LOVE, BETTY *

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Catherine Bybee comes a tale of a strong-willed dancer exercising her independence and the rich biker she can?t let go.Salena Barone has broken free of her family and moved into an apartment above the D?Angelos'' restaurant, where she works as a manager?without a husband, thank you very much. But even on a restaurant salary, she soon finds herself strapped for cash. Salena?s never been afraid of living on the wild side, though, so she takes on a side hustle that?ll raise big bucks?and eyebrows, if anyone finds out.Tattooed biker Ryan is the youngest of the wealthy Rutledge wine family and has never dreamed of rings, forever, or continuing the family business. He?s perfectly happy living his own life and helping out hardworking folks in his own way.When these two independent singles spot each other at a Rutledge-D?Angelo wedding, the attraction is instant. But as their friendship with benefits evolves into something more, the secrets Salena?s keeping?from family, friends, and Ryan?threaten the happily ever after she never knew she wanted.

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Book Synopsis“By turns revealing, hilarious, dishy, and razor-sharp, Impersonation lives in that rarest of sweet spots: the propulsive page-turner for people with high literary standards.” —Rebecca Makkai, author of The Great Believers Allie Lang is a professional ghostwriter and a perpetually broke single mother to a young boy. Years of navigating her own and America’s cultural definitions of motherhood have left her a lapsed idealist. Lana Breban is a powerhouse lawyer, economist, and advocate for women’s rights with designs on elected office. She also has a son. Lana and her staff have decided she needs help softening her public image and that a memoir about her life as a mother will help. When Allie lands the job as Lana’s ghostwriter, it seems as if things will finally go Allie’s way. At last, she thinks, there will be enough money not just to pay her bills but to actually buy a house. After years of working as a ghostwriter for other celebrities, Allie believes she knows the drill: she has learned how to inhabit the lives of others and tell their stories better than they can. But this time, everything becomes more complicated. Allie’s childcare arrangements unravel; she falls behind on her rent; her subject, Lana, is better at critiquing than actually providing material; and Allie’s boyfriend decides to go on a road trip toward self-discovery. But as a writer for hire, Allie has gotten too used to being accommodating. At what point will she speak up for all that she deserves?   A satirical, incisive snapshot of how so many of us now live, Impersonation tells a timely, insightful, and bitingly funny story of ambition, motherhood, and class.  

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Book SynopsisIn this tale of fresh starts in the Escape to France collection from bestselling author Fiona Valpy, Gina has lost everything. Can a crumbling old cottage offer her a new life, new love—and new hope? Revised edition: Previously published as The French for Love, this edition of Light Through the Vines includes editorial revisions. Gina’s London life lies in tatters: she has lost her father, her steady job as a wine buyer and her suave but unfaithful boyfriend. When she also suffers the loss of her beloved aunt, a silver lining dawns in the shape of an unexpected legacy: Aunt Liz has left Gina her beautiful, if slightly ramshackle, house in the heart of Bordeaux wine country. With nothing left to lose, Gina takes a chance on a fresh start. Throwing herself into her new life in the beautiful French countryside, Gina discovers the warmth of a close-knit—sometimes too close-knit—rural community and the exhausting exhilaration of the grape harvest under the late-summer sun. But just as she is beginning to feel like she belongs in her crumbling but charming home, she uncovers a long-hidden secret that makes her question the one person she used to trust the most. While she’s worrying that this is a sign to pack her bags and run, a storm blows a hole in the roof, and Gina finds herself with nowhere else to turn except her neighbour’s capable son for help. Before long Gina finds herself admiring handsome Cédric for more than just his stonemasonry skills…But everyone she’s ever held dear has left her or betrayed her. And as the grapes ripen on the vine, can Gina find her way to forgiveness, and could it finally be time for her to open her heart to love again?

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Book SynopsisCan she trust the people she loves? Can she trust herself? A new mother is pushed to the edge in a provocative thriller by the Amazon Charts bestselling author of Open House. After the traumatic birth of her daughter at a New York City hospital, Rowan O’Sullivan returns home to her apartment with her perfect newborn, Lila. At her side are her husband, Gabe, and June, a part-time babysitter hired to help Rowan in any way she can. But in this time of joy, Rowan can’t shake the feeling that something isn’t right. She feels dread. She’s breaking. Rowan’s growing instability leads her to accuse June of unspeakable things. And when June disappears just days later, Rowan becomes a suspect. The neighbors heard the screaming. But only Rowan knows what really happened. If her mind can be trusted. Since Lila’s birth, her memory has been both unreliable and frightening. To uncover what happened to June and protect her new baby, Rowan must try to untangle the deep recesses of her mind and face the dark things she’s so desperate to keep buried. When she does, no one is prepared for where the truth leads.Trade Review“With this white-knuckle journey, Sise shows her mastery of suspense.” —Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisA catastrophic disaster in China triggers a mother’s heartbreaking choice and a daughter’s reconciliation with the past in a powerful novel by the author of A Single Swallow and Where Waters Meet. In the summer of 1976, an earthquake swallows up the city of Tangshan, China. Among the hundreds of thousands of people scrambling for survival is a mother who makes an agonizing decision that irrevocably changes her life and the lives of her children. In that devastating split second, her seven-year-old daughter, Xiaodeng, is separated from her brother and the mother she loves and trusts. All Xiaodeng remembers of the fateful morning is betrayal. Thirty years later, Xiaodeng is an acclaimed writer living in Canada with a caring husband and daughter. However, her newfound fame and success do little to cover the deep wounds that disrupt her life, time and again, and edge her toward a breaking point. Xiaodeng realizes the only path toward healing is to return to Tangshan, find her mother, and get closure. Spanning three decades of the emotional and cultural aftershocks of disaster, Zhang Ling’s intimate epic explores the damage of guilt, the healing pull of family, and the hope of one woman who, after so many years, still longs to be saved.Trade Review“This beautiful, quietly profound story examines the resilience and fragility of humans in the face of disaster. But at its heart, Aftershock is about family and how we protect the ones we love.” —Booklist

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Book SynopsisA bighearted romantic comedy about family and finding the perfect match set against the exuberant backdrop of contemporary Delhi. Home has always been a temporary arrangement for Samara Mansingh, a wayfaring wedding photographer and the daughter of a diplomat. When her father is uprooted once again, Samara needs a place to stay in Delhi. Next stop: the Khanna family. Samara’s memories of the Khannas are vague at best, but she doesn’t remember their home feeling so much like a war zone. And the last thing their surly eldest son, Sharav, wants is a houseguest eavesdropping on the chaos. Sharav has a melodramatic sister pushing back on an arranged marriage, a withdrawn lead-singer brother who won’t sing, and a widowed mother hiding her grief in the garden. Sweeping into the household like a tornado, irrepressible Samara is a practically perfect distraction. She has a mind to help a girl find true love, push a young man to find his voice, and bring a lonely and loving widow out of mourning. Maybe Samara can even get on Sharav’s ruggedly handsome good side. The only sure thing is that the Khanna family will never be the same again. Neither will Samara, who may finally find what she’s been missing her entire life: a home.Trade Review“This quick-paced and refreshing tale will have readers rooting for Samara and Sharav’s love story—and for the entire Khanna clan.” —Publishers Weekly “Filled with quirky and lovable characters and sexual chemistry so hot it will leave you breathless. Unputdownable and delightful—a must read!” —Sonali Dev, bestselling author of The Vibrant Years “Never Meant to Stay is a sumptuously layered feast for the senses—part fam-dram, part romance. Trisha Das portrays Indian family dynamics with thoughtful, tender care, especially the ways in which love gets tangled up with past hurts, romantic relationships, and familial and societal expectations. As much about belonging as it is falling in love, Never Meant to Stay follows Samara Mansingh, a transient Mary Poppins–esque heroine who (unlike Poppins herself) is very much meant to stay. Das writes the Khanna family with empathy and warmth, from their squabbles to the fierce way they claim Samara as one of their own. Das’s Delhi setting bursts onto the page with vibrancy, with almost every chapter liberally sprinkled with dishes you’ll salivate for. You’ll gobble up this book.” —Lillie Vale, author of Wrapped with a Beau and The Shaadi Set-Up

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Book SynopsisCassy smiled, blew them a kiss. 'See you in September,' she said. It was a throwaway line. Just words uttered casually by a young woman in a hurry. And then she'd gone. It was supposed to be a short trip - a break in New Zealand before her best friend's wedding. But when Cassy waved goodbye to her parents, they never dreamed that it would be years before they'd see her again. Having broken up with her boyfriend, Cassy accepts an invitation to stay in an idyllic farming collective. Overcome by the peace and beauty of the valley and swept up in the charisma of Justin, the community's leader, Cassy becomes convinced that she has to stay.As Cassy becomes more and more entrenched in the group's rituals and beliefs, her frantic parents fight to bring her home - before Justin's prophesied Last Day can come to pass.A powerful story of family, faith and finding yourself, See You in September is an unputdownable new novel from this hugely compelling author.Trade ReviewThis is a big, gripping and heartbreaking read... I couldn't put it down. * Daily Mail *A riveting, fascinating read. I was absolutely gripped. * Julie Cohen *See You in September is one of those novels that really gets beneath the skin... I love the way Charity Norman is able to show the greys between the obvious black and whites; how she draws such multi-layered characters; and, of course, how she describes her stunning but often sinister locations. * Tracy Buchanan *Norman does a fine job delving into the insidious psychology of cults. But this is no human freak show: it's a creepy portrayal of an ordinary young woman, feeling the lure of total belonging, who is groomed into accepting a sinister price for it. * Sydney Morning Herald *This is the author's fourth book and although I've said it before, it's her best. I can't wait to see what subject she'll tackle next. * The Sun on THE NEW WOMAN *Completely brilliant - you won't be able to turn the pages fast enough. * Bella on THE NEW WOMAN *I shouted at this novel. I cast it away, abandoned, only to return to its beguiling pages. * Buzz on THE NEW WOMAN *Engrossing * Woman and Home on THE SON-IN-LAW *A gripping tale that would appeal to fans of Jodi Picoult and Joanna Trollope... A page turning book to while away a winter's evening. * Red Online on AFTER THE FALL *Easy to read, hard to put down, it'll move you to tears. * Easy Living on FREEING GRACE *

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Book Synopsis An intriguing and spine-tingling guide to the world of djinn.Lurking in the corner of your living room, perhaps reading this sentence over your shoulder right now, is an often invisible creature that is everywhere and nowhere. Djinn are the cool breezes in warm rooms, the materializations of your deepest desires, the monsters waiting beneath your bed. They have appeared in the stories of Muslim communities across time and throughout the world, but this is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to these beguiling creatures. Emmy Award–winning journalist Seema Yasmin and Pulitzer Prize-winning illustrator Fahmida Azim invite readers into the world of djinn, whether they are practicing Muslims steeped in the stories from childhood or are simply curious about Islamic culture and international folklore. Cultural and religious context, poetic reflections, and a collection of spooky tales are all nestled within a compelling narrative about the myst

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Book SynopsisDiscover the wonderfully uplifting Starfish Café series from MILLION-COPY BESTSELLER Jessica Redland.'Heartbreakingly moving and yet beautifully uplifting, I cried for all the right reasons!' Jo BartlettWelcome back to The Starfish Café for a glorious summer, but with a few dark clouds on the horizon...A new beginning...As her summer wedding to Jake approaches, Hollie is excited for their new beginning as a family. But when some unexpected news threatens the future she and Jake had hoped for, Hollie will need to find the strength to overcome heartache once more.A fragile heart….Single mum, Kerry, loves her job at The Starfish Café, but behind the brave smiles and laughter with customers there is a sadness deep within. So when someone from her past re-appears in her life, Kerry can either hide away or face her demons and try to finally move on from her heartbreak.A summer to remember…For Hollie and Kerry it promises to be an emotional rollercoaster of a summer, but the community at The Starfish Café will always be there to help them through - after all, with courage nothing is impossible…Join million-copy bestseller Jessica Redland for a wonderful summer at the seaside, full of love, friendship and community spirit.Boldwood Books are proud to support the RNLI. Boldwood Books have pledged a donation to the RNLI in 2023 as part of our support for the work they do saving lives at sea.Praise for The Starfish Café series:'I fell in love with this story from page one.' Helen Rolfe'Achingly poignant, yet full of hope - You will fall in love with this beautiful Christmas story' Sandy Barker'A tender love story, full of sweet touches and beautiful characters.' Beth Moran'A warm-hearted and beautiful book. Jessica Redland doesn’t shy away from the fact that life can be very difficult, but she reminds us that we all can find love, hope and joy again.' Sian O'GormanPraise for Jessica Redland:'Jessica Redland writes from the heart, with heart, about heart' Nicola May'I loved my trip to Hedgehog Hollow. An emotional read, full of twists and turns' Heidi Swain'There is so much to make you smile in Jessica's stories and they are always uplifting reads, which will make you really glad you decided to pick up a copy.' Jo Bartlett‘An emotional, romantic and ultimately uplifting read. Jessica always touches my heart with her sensitive handling of difficult subjects. The gorgeous community she has built around Hedgehog Hollow is one I hope to visit again and again.’ Sarah Bennett'A beautifully written series that offers the ultimate in heartwarming escapism.' Samantha Tonge on the Hedgehog Hollow series'Redland takes you on a heart-warming ride that navigates broken hearts and painful secrets, but ultimately restores your faith in the power of love. I absolutely adored it.' Jenni Keer on Healing Hearts at Bumblebee Barn'A heartwarming story of true friendship, love and romance set in the gorgeous backdrop of the Lakes. A cosy hug of a read that left me feeling warm inside.’ Julie Caplin on The Start of Something Wonderful'A heartwarming story set in a beautiful location... Love, friendship and the power of letting go are all covered in this gorgeous story.' Katie Ginger on The Start of Something Wonderful'An emotional but uplifting page turner. The Secret to Happiness is a beautiful story of friendship and love' Fay Keenan

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Book Synopsis'If Emma Murray writes it, I want to read it. Hilarious!' Cathy KellyBrand new from the bestselling author of Time Out and The Juggle.When her husband David announces he’s been offered a job in New York, Saoirse is thrilled. The glamour of the big city, the shopping, the culture, not to mention the free Manhattan apartment and business class air fare – what’s not to like? There’s just the small matter of making it work for their daughter, five-year-old Anna, who isn’t so keen to leave her friends and school behind.The Big Apple in the middle of summer isn’t quite the holiday Saoirse envisaged, and with David away with work, New York apartment sizes on the miniscule side, and the pace of life faster than the sleepy London suburbs, solo ex-pat parenting pushes Saoirse to her limits. And as the pressure builds and ‘faking it till she makes it’ isn’t cutting it, there’s only one thing for it – Saoirse and Anna need a new plan, and ‘Winging It’ might be their best option…Emma Murray returns with this laugh-out-loud funny, compulsively page-turning adventure about parenting, travelling, and finding your tribe – on both sides of the pond. Praise for Emma Murray:'With wit, brio and fabulous humour, Emma Murray again delivers a page-turner about travel, parenthood, trying to fit in and finding your own tribe. If Emma Murray writes it, I want to read it. Hilarious.' Cathy Kelly'A fabulous series full of laughter, witty observations' Jessica Redland'Emma Murray’s writing is so deft: rib ticklingly funny and also heartbreakingly poignant at times that the reader is swept along with Saoirse and her cast of supporting characters as they navigate their increasingly hectic lives.' Fay Keenan 'Emma tells it how it is with real honesty, and it made me laugh out loud.' Janet Hoggarth 'Witty, fun, beautifully-written. Very highly recommended. Excited to see what comes next from Emma Murray.' Jessica RedlandReaders loved Emma’s first book Time Out:‘Compelling, Uplifting and so very relatable. The characters are superbly written, and I really hope we get to read more from Saoirse.’‘I really related to the Saoirse, the main character in this book. I loved her humour, her insecurities, her strengths, her flaws and of course most importantly how she formed a fantastic friendship over a morning bottle of Prosecco.’‘Emma Murray has written a 5-star 'how-to' book on being part of the village ... 'it takes a village to raise a child' but it also takes that village to raise up a mom!’‘A fabulous read that had me hooked and also made me feel glad that my children were born prior to the arrival of Facebook and social media. But a refreshing read and one I would definitely recommend.’

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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Jessica Redland and Kate Forster.Do only fools rush in?When Myles and Darcy first met there were fireworks and ever since then it’s been a rollercoaster ride, sweeping them both off their feet.Myles is determined to do things differently from his own parents, but he’s hard wired to give his career on Wall Street his all. Is he capable of taking his foot off the pedal?Darcy has established herself as a fine hotelier, co-managing The Inglenook Inn in the heart of Greenwich Village. She strongly values her independence, but is it time she made room in her life for something else?Fierce ambition drew Myles and Darcy together, yet could it be the thing that drives them apart? In the meantime, close friends Cleo and Dylan are having their own troubles.Can either couple find their happy ever after despite busy lives, a crisis, and what looks like a wedding that’s never going to happen?Fall in love with the city that never sleeps as love blooms in New York.*Please note this is a re-release of Wedding Bells on Madison Avenue, previously published by Helen J Rolfe*Praise for Helen Rolfe’s heartwarming stories:'Beautiful, magical and incredibly moving’ The Writing Garnet‘It's a book version of a Hallmark movie’ Amazon Reviewer‘A warm romantic feel-good read’ Goodreads Reviewer‘The perfect festive romance’ Jessica's Book Biz‘What a wonderful festive read!’ Goodreads Reviewer

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Book SynopsisPatron saint, visionary, defender of a nation, political symbol, feminist icon, martyr Joan of Arc is all these things and more. A saviour of France who would be burned at the stake, her gripping story has inspired countless works of literature, art and music. And yet myths will forever shroud the reality, and the true nature of the motivations and visions of this extraordinary nineteen-year-old will never be completely known. With a new introduction, this fascinating classic review of Jeanne d'Arc's life, the pious girl from Domrémy, presents an accessible biography, thoroughly grounded in original sources and truly engaging. FLAME TREE 451: From myth to mystery, the supernatural to horror, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically fo

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Book SynopsisThe folk and fairy tales of Rome provide a jovial counterweight to the more serious themes of myths and legends.The fables, folklore and fairy tales of Rome are definitely not the more familiar myths and legends with their pantheon of gods. Within these pages you''ll find stories and fears of the everyday, observations on the world around us, often poking fun at those in authority, and laughing at the proud and haughty including, The King Who Goes Out to Dinner, The Enchanted Rose Tree, The Wooing Of Cassandro, The Beggar and the Chick-Pea, The Bad-Tempered Queen, The Old Miser, Why Cats and Dogs Always Quarrel and The Value of Salt. Tricksters and simpletons, animal tales, food stories, tales of love and marriage, and narratives imbued with religion and magic are accompanied by a complementary selection of classical tales from antiquity and the middle ages, such as Cupid and Psyche, that reveal the ancient roots of these stories that have passed down orally over the age

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Book SynopsisHold on to that feeling of a holiday by the sea with this gorgeous romance. 'A wonderfully warm, romantic read' Karen Clarke Bella is happiest running her tiny antique business from the front room of her cottage on the Boardwalk. To ensure she has enough income coming in, she also rents out two of her bedrooms to paying lodgers. But she didn't count on having a secret crush on Jack Collins, one of her lodgers and her best friend's brother... As if life wasn’t complicated enough,her world-travelling mother appears on her doorstep on the same evening that Jack’s ex-fiancée arrives on the Boardwalk determined to win him back. Bella has a lot of thinking to do and soon discovers that not all gems sparkle.What readers are saying about Love Begins on the Boardwalk:‘I absolutely adored this book! …finished it quite late at night but it was definitely worth staying up for! Donnas Book Blog‘A wonderful book full of friendships and love. Just loved it!' Polly‘The chemistry sizzles’ Dash Fan‘Plenty of action, great conversations, kind gestures, laughs all set to a stormy Jersey backdrop’ Gilbster*Previously published by Georgina Troy as Autumn Antics*

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Book SynopsisSet sail for the breathtaking island of Jersey in this gorgeous, romantic series. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland and Phillipa Ashley.When shoe designer Paige Bingham is jilted she decides to enjoy her honeymoon-for-one in Sorrento. What she doesn't expect is to meet a mysterious entrepreneur, Sebastian Fielding, when she gets there. He helps ease the sting of rejection as he introduces her to the ancient sites he knows and loves.Unfortunately, soon after Paige returns to her island home in Jersey, she discovers that not only is Sebastian's company taking over the struggling store where her business is based, but that her concession is probably surplus to his requirements.How can Paige stop her fledgling business from going under? And what can she do to fight the gossip now that the paparazzi have published their untruths about their romance?Previously published as A Jersey Affair.What readers are saying about Georgina Troy:'A gorgeous beachside setting, divine ice-cream sundaes, and a scorching summer love story - this book has it all!' Christina Jones'I thoroughly enjoyed spending time in this charming, evocative story. It's a perfect book to enjoy by the pool, in the sunshine, with a glass of Prosecco!' Kirsty Greenwood'A wonderfully warm and sweet summer read' Karen Clarke

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Book SynopsisA brand new and utterly enchanting series by bestselling author Jaimie Admans.'This is Jaimie at her warm and whimsical best, a magical story to sweep you off your feet!' Bestselling author Tilly Tennant'This beautiful story is perfect for those who need a sprinkle of fairy dust in their lives. Heartwarming, joyful, with some true laugh out loud parts. I can’t wait for more in the series.' Bestselling author, Rebecca Raisin'A sparkling and enchanting romance sprinkled with love, laughter and a little bit of magic.' Bestselling author Holly MartinA picture-perfect town, a place where dreams come true. Welcome to Ever After Street...Will a kiss at midnight change her life forever?Sadie Winters has spent her whole life doing as she’s told. But when her overbearing aunt forbids her from going to the farewell ball at the beloved local castle, Sadie has had enough!One magical makeover, one midnight curfew, and wearing a dress of her own creation, Sadie is unrecognizable as Ever After Street's shy seamstress.Sadie might dream of meeting a handsome prince but the only person to cross her path is Witt – the slightly awkward estate agent intending to sell the castle and dash Sadie’s dreams forever.As the clock strikes midnight, Sadie and Witt share a magical kiss and Sadie knows her heart is in serious danger. Surely Witt must feel the same way…? Sadie can't hang around to find out.But as reality dawns the next day, and fate brings Witt to Sadie’s door again, Sadie realises that her mystery estate agent prince has absolutely no idea who she is!Sadie can’t forget their midnight kiss, but is she brave enough to change her life and find love along the way…?Perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Kat French and Caroline Roberts!

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