Humorous fiction

Book SynopsisIs it just a case of summertime blues or a full-blown career crisis? Newspaper reporter Jim Qwilleran isn''t sure, but he''s hoping a few days in the country will help him sort out his life. With cats Koko and Yum Yum for company, Qwill heads for a cabin owned by a family friend. But from the moment he arrives, things turn strange. Eerie footsteps cross the roof at midnight. Local townsfolk become oddly secretive. And then, while fishing, Qwill hooks on to a murder mystery while Koko develops a sudden and uncanny fondness for classical music...Trade ReviewPraise for the Cat Who... series:'The fastidious plotting is designed to appeal to more than just the cat-lover' The Times;'This droll and engaging mystery...firmly grips the reader...a lively witty tale bolstered by sharply etched characters' Publishers Weekly;'An engaging tongue-in-cheek yarn with a sting in the tail that won't just appeal to the cat-lover' Belfast Telegraph; 'It's a Wonderful Life meets The Aristocats in this daft but endearing whodunnit' Liverpool Daily Post;'Mrs Braun has a breezy style; the cats are really smart' New York Times Book Review;'Great fun!' Lawrence Block'Entertaining and absorbing mysteries which, in the tradition of all good whodunnits, keep you guessing right to the end' Dumfries and Galloway Standard'Lilian Jackson Braun purveys delight from beginning to end' Los Angeles Times'Like news from Lake Woebegon, Braun's Cat Who... series...has charmed readers' Publishers Weekly'Light-hearted originals... The mix of crime and cats [is] catnip to readers who like both' Chicago Sun-Times'An offbeat series with a good deal of charm' The Baltimore Sun'Braun writes with charm and sureness' Cleveland Plain Dealer

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Book SynopsisA spate of petty thefts threatens the holiday spirit in Pickax. First it''s just a pair of sunglasses and gloves that disappear - but then the entire charity collection of the Indian Village Bridge Club is found missing. And unfortunately the worst is yet to come...Ironically, the small items begin to disappear when banker Willard Carmichael moves to Pickax. Willard has come accompanied by his flashy young wife, Danielle, and plans to restore a few Victorian homes. But when he''s found murdered in an apparent mugging, his wife''s cousin appears a bit too eager to pick up where Willard tragically had to leave off.Trade ReviewPraise for the Cat Who... series:'The fastidious plotting is designed to appeal to more than just the cat-lover' The Times;'This droll and engaging mystery...firmly grips the reader...a lively witty tale bolstered by sharply etched characters' Publishers Weekly;'An engaging tongue-in-cheek yarn with a sting in the tail that won't just appeal to the cat-lover' Belfast Telegraph; 'It's a Wonderful Life meets The Aristocats in this daft but endearing whodunnit' Liverpool Daily Post;'Mrs Braun has a breezy style; the cats are really smart' New York Times Book Review;'Great fun!' Lawrence Block'Entertaining and absorbing mysteries which, in the tradition of all good whodunnits, keep you guessing right to the end' Dumfries and Galloway Standard'Lilian Jackson Braun purveys delight from beginning to end' Los Angeles Times'Like news from Lake Woebegon, Braun's Cat Who... series...has charmed readers' Publishers Weekly'Light-hearted originals... The mix of crime and cats [is] catnip to readers who like both' Chicago Sun-Times'An offbeat series with a good deal of charm' The Baltimore Sun'Braun writes with charm and sureness' Cleveland Plain Dealer

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Book Synopsis One murder. Four confessions.Every. Word. A. Lie. ''Smart, twisty and heartbreaking'' TM LOGAN''Keeps you hooked'' SUNDAY TIMES''Jackie Collins meets Miss Marple in this sassy whodunnit'' PETERBOROUGH TELEGRAPH''Up there with Big little Lies and Desperate Housewives'' CLAIRE ALLAN''Twisty and entertaining'' HEAT, ''Read of the Week''________________ Why would four women confess to the same murder? At the luxurious Serenity Spa Resort on the Californian coast, guests arrive ready to celebrate what is set to be the wedding of the year. But things are about to go horribly wrong . . .Among them are four brilliant but desperate women - Ginger, Lulu, Emily and Kate - all harbouring a secret they''d do anything to protect.Just twenty-four hours later, a man is found dead at tTrade ReviewSmart, twisty and heartbreaking -- TM LOGAN, author of 'The Holiday'Up there with Big Little Lies and Desperate Housewives -- Claire Allan, author of 'Her Name Was Rose'I loved the strong female characters -- Harriet Tyce, author of 'Blood Orange'From the moment I started reading Pretty Guilty Women, I was completely immersed in the gripping, twisty, diffuser-filled world of a posh spa wedding, where four college friends reunite, each with old baggage and new. Sparkling with insight, wine, humor, and a drop of blood, the women in this book leapt off the page and straight into my heart. Pretty Guilty Women is a must read! -- Susan Crawford, author of 'The Pocket Wife'Pretty Guilty Women is a joy to read! LaManna's writing style is so engaging * New York Journal of Books *LaManna's women are flawed and relatable, and oodles of drama keep the pages turning all the way to a genuinely surprising final twist. This is the perfect summer beach read * Publishers Weekly *Totally gripping -- Vanessa Savage, author of 'The Woman in the Dark'A book to completely lose yourself in -- Jo Spain, author of 'The Confession'Had me absolutely hooked -- Jenny Blackhurst, author of 'How I Lost You'Twisty and entertaining * Heat 'Read of the Week' *Keeps you turning the pages * Sunday Times *Jackie Collins meets Miss Marple in this sassy whodunnit . . . with strong female characters, enough twists to keep the pages turning and a line-up to give Desperate Housewives a run for their money, this is an entertaining mystery thriller * Peterborough Telegraph *Clever twists and plenty of vibrant characters in this novel about friendship, its fragility and its resilience * Morning Star *

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Book SynopsisThis is an utterly charming story about twelve families and their tightly knit street in 1950s Maryhill. Following the end of the war, the close rebuilds its ties and the strong sense of community and friendly neighbourhood bonds are soon back in place. There is young love for Rhea and Robert; a surprising new start for James; a change of direction for George; and all overseen by the matriarch of the street - Granny Thomson. And of course, all buoyed up by a big helping of Scottish humour and strength of spirit. Yet it is all not perfect in their world: the families have to deal with poverty, religious bigotry, racism, heartbreak, lies, violence and death.But the powerful friendships cannot ultimately be broken. In Robert Douglas''s first novel, he recreates a time and place particular to Glasgow but to which everyone will relate.Trade Review'An outstanding novel with a cast of characters so beautifully drawn that turning the last page feels like flitting out of 18 Dalbeattie Street' * Daily Record *'Pure dead brilliant, so it is... a rare old read for folk that were round and about in the Forties and Fifties' * Edinburgh Evening News *'Douglas's prose is simple and charming... this novel will appeal to fans of Douglas's previous trips down memory lane' * Scottish Review of Books *'Echoes the bygone charm and ingrained hardship of growing up at a time when rationing and families living in single end tenements were commonplace, yet laughter never seemed in short supply' * Evening Times *'It's a braw read!' * Hexham Courant *'The literary equivalent of a hot water bottle' * Historical Novels Review *

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Book SynopsisThe good people of Pickax are agog with anticipation. Not only is the new bookstore, The Pirate''s Chest, about to open, but the Theatre Club is set to perform Oscar Wilde''s The Importance of Being Earnest. The play does not continue past opening night, however, for a member of the cast is killed in a car accident...or was it an accident? Koko seems to suspect otherwise, and Qwill and his clever cats have their work cut out for them.

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Book SynopsisANNE YOUNGSON is the author of the Costa First Book Award-shortlisted Meet Me at the Museum; BBC Radio Book Club pick, Three Women and a Boat and the story collection, The Six Who Came to Dinner. Anne Youngson's shrewd, warm-hearted and observational prose has been widely praised. Her new novel, A Complicated Matter explores the human heart through the coming-of-age of a young English refugee during the blitz. Anne's work is published around the world. She lives in Oxfordshire with her husband and has three grandchildren.Trade ReviewAn extraordinary writer * NINA STIBBE *

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Book SynopsisTwo rivals. One holiday. A trip they will never forget.''This book is really one of the best books I''ve read this year. This is a masterpiece! I loved it.'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''This was the perfect summer read! It was a quick read and I absolutely loved the enemies to friends to lovers storyline.'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Jo Watson never disappoints. This is yet another hilarious book, but with a serious note that makes us think about our finitude and how we should live our best lives.'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''Gosh, this was one hilarious book. I felt like I hadn''t laughed like this for so long. Margaret & Jagger''s banter was to die for.'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ reader review''If you are looking for a book by the pool this is

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Book Synopsis A book-hating bookshop owner and a hopeless romantic author discover that love isn''t always by the book in this charming bookish, opposites-attract romantic comedy, perfect for fans of Talia Hibbert and Lyssa Kay Adams. One of Buzzfeed''s New Romances to Read This Fall!⭐ Early readers are giving Better Than Fiction five shining stars! ⭐''This might be my favorite rom com I''ve read this year!''''I ate this book up! It was just what I needed right now''''Ooh this was a yummy book. The characters, the setting, the story, the journey, just everything about it. It is such a happily-ever-after book and I''m here for it!''''My queen, Alexa Martin, knows exactly how to write perfect banter and this book will not disappoint . . . A romance that will tug at all your heartstrings''''I honestly loved this amazing book! The characters, the story

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Book Synopsis''With a refreshingly acerbic sense of wit Jane Austen might have admired as well as a plot that gives a clever nod to the screwball spooky delights of . . . Northanger Abbey, Waters proves she is in fine literary fettle as she dexterously delivers another sublimely satisfying addition to her completely charming Regency Vows series'' Booklist (starred review)If you love Julia Quinn''s Bridgerton, you won''t want to miss Martha Waters'' ingenious, laugh-out-loud and sweepingly romantic historical rom-com, To Swoon and to Spar!Praise for Martha Waters: ''Sweet, sexy, and utterly fun'' Emily Henry''Awash with light, witty banter, unadulterated confessions of love, and plenty of steamy, corset-unravelling sex scenes'' Kirkus Reviews''Meshing the classic Regency theme of defying societal expectations with all the wit and humour of a

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Book SynopsisIke Oguine''s debut novel, A Squatter''s Tale is a dark and bold story about the life of a Nigerian business man living in exile in America.Obi does not shy away from his flaws. Dishonest, offensive, arrogant - he moves through life caring little about the people around him. Yet when his uncle comes to visit from America, showering him with gifts and selling him tales of a new life, Obi is determined to follow him. After buying a one-way ticket, he quickly realises that neither his uncle nor America are quite what they promised to be.Fast-paced and defiant, A Squatter''s Tale is an honest insight into the experiences of a Nigerian man living in 1990s America. ''Few people have read this hilarious novel but one read is all you need to become a fan.'' GuardianTrade Review'Few people have read this hilarious novel but one read is all you need to become a fan.' * Guardian *

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Book Synopsis* SOON TO BE A MINDY KALING TV SERIES ** A Book of the Month pick by CNN, Bustle, PopSugar, Entertainment Weekly and Vox ** One of The Washington Post's 10 Best Books of 2021 ** Longlisted for the Center for Fiction's First Novel Prize *‘Achingly familiar and marvellously inventive… a dizzyingly original, fiercely funny, deeply wise novel’ Celeste Ng‘Completely original, utterly absorbing, complex and confident’ Karen Joy Fowler‘Truly funny, insightful, smart and filled with wonderful characters… unmissable’ Ann NapolitanoANYONE CAN BE EXTRAORDINARY. BUT IT COMES AT A PRICE… Neil Narayan’s parents moved to America for a better life, and his perfect older sister is now headed to an elite university. Neil is funny and smart, but he is not living up to his parents’ dream. While he tries to want their versiTrade Review'In a perfect alchemical blend of familiar and un-, Gold Diggers takes a wincingly hilarious coming-of-age story, laces it with magical realism and a trace of satire, and creates a world that's both achingly familiar and marvelously inventive. Written with such assurance it's hard to believe it's Sanjena Sathian's debut, this is a dizzyingly original, fiercely funny, deeply wise novel about the seductive powers – and dangers – of borrowed ambition' Celeste Ng, author of Little Fires Everywhere 'In an alchemic blend of modern American ambition and ancient myth, this sometimes fiercely funny caper, sometimes heart-breaking coming of age story, is a truly immersive read. In the end, Gold Diggers is a beautifully crafted, strange, and deeply touching story about the search for national and personal identity. A gorgeous and gripping read' Nydia Hetherington, author of A Girl Made of Air 'Is the American dream about hard work and sacrifice or is it about the lure of the Gold Rush, of quick riches there for the taking? Greed, regret and love are all at work here in Sathian’s completely original, utterly absorbing, complex and confident debut novel. A bravura performance from an exciting new voice' Karen Joy Fowler, author of We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves 'A work of 24-karat genius… Sathian has created a funny, compassionate, tragic novel of astonishing cultural richness… The result is a novel of Indian magic and modern technology, a parody of New World ambition and an elegy of assimilation' Washington Post 'In some ways, Gold Diggers is a delightful concoction of the best of South Asia’s literary offerings, reminiscent of Hanif Kureishi’s irreverent humour in The Buddha of Suburbia and the magic realism of Mohsin Hamid’s Exit West. But Sathian has forged a narrative path entirely her own... she tackles issues of mental health, the "model minority" trap and the generation gap with a fresh literary toolkit and voice' Guardian '[A]chingly real reminders of what it was like to be an adolescent in post-9/11 America, feeling the weight of your parents’ dreams on your shoulders... The tension Sathian builds is one of teenage insecurity swelling into adulthood, until disillusion overthrows the tyranny of American perfectionism... exquisite prose humming with contagious anxiety' New York Times Book Review 'This terrific debut novel uses heists and alchemy to deconstruct immigrant ambition, striving and sin... what makes the novel so compelling is the playfulness with which Sathian deconstructs it. You feel for the characters and the ways they have been warped by their pursuit of greatness and the ways they are haunted by their sins – but also, there are heists and alchemy. It’s a blast' Vox 'The coming-of-age genre meets magical realism meets heist caper… Funny and exciting, it’s an entertaining new twist on the immigrant experience' CNN 'Deftly weaves together magic and history to produce a compelling coming-of-age story' New Yorker 'Upends our ideas of what it takes to make it in America. Smart, funny and completely engrossing' Andrew Ridker, author of The Altruists 'Gold Diggers is so many things – truly funny, insightful, smart and filled with wonderful characters. I loved reading this novel, and loved watching Neil Narayan grow up and grapple with the America his immigrant parents believed in. Neil's journey to figuring out what he believes, which includes a multi-layered exploration into the properties of gold, and his strange and wonderful friendship with his next door neighbor, Anita, make this story unmissable' Ann Napolitano, bestselling author of Dear Edward 'Rollicking, at times painful and ultimately intensely satisfying... twines historical fictions and truths and family histories into the main narrative, exemplifying how time both does and does not make a linear kind of sense, how past, present and future's paths collide at times in unexpected ways' NPR 'A dazzling and delightful work of fiction by an exciting new literary talent... Sathian has produced a beguiling elixir with Gold Diggers, skilfully stirring myth into a playful yet powerful modern-day examination of the American dream and the second-generation citizens who pursue it. A fabulist amalgam of The Great Gatsby and The Catcher in the Rye, it’s an engrossing cautionary tale as well as a shrewd appraisal of what we consider success – and the moral sacrifices we make to achieve it. Imaginative and intoxicating, Gold Diggers richly rewards its readers' BookPage 'Filled with pathos, humor, slices of American history and an adrenaline-pumping heist, Sathian's spectacular debut also highlights the steep costs of the all-American dream... Pure gold' Booklist ‘A sprawling tale of magical realism, gold heists and the quest to attain the American dream’ PopSugar ‘A feast of a story… breaks apart the mythology of monolithic culture with the perfect alchemy of humour, magic and irresistible albeit flawed people. Let it sweep you off your feet’ BuzzFeed 'A sweeping tale that combines the classic coming-of-age and teenage rebellion genre with magic realism and social satire... a riveting read... Sathian's prose potently captures the weight of the model minority myth and the constraints it places on a certain subset of Asian Americans' Huffington Post 'Sathian’s satire is pitch perfect… She captures not only the melancholia of the immigrant’s social estrangement, but also the painful expectation that this melancholia should be worth it somehow, that one should achieve and then achieve some more… The heist is magnificent – canny and moving and just plain fun… Her prose lifts off: there’s a delight she takes in writing humorously about magic that shows off the scope of her immense talent.' LA Review of Books

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Book Synopsis''Warm, wonderful and very wet at times! I LOVED it!'' FAITH HOGAN, author of The Ladies'' Midnight Swimming Club The start of something new...When Kate is faced with an ''empty nest'' when her youngest daughter, Ella, leaves for university, she starts to wonder: what comes next?Decades after abandoning her university hobby, Kate nervously joins a local ladies rowing team and is surprised to find how much she enjoys it!More than anything, though, Kate finds that the team of strong women bring new adventures and unlikely friendships she hadn''t even realised were missing from her life...A life-affirming, uplifting story for fans of Josie Lloyd and Faith HoganTrade ReviewA wonderful story, a championing of women's lives in all their messy. complicated and sometimes heartbreaking glory and how four friends found the courage to find themselves. Warm, wonderful and very wet at times! I LOVED it! * Faith Hogan *

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Book Synopsis''A truly delightful debut novel . . . Funny, moving, tender and wise, I ate up every delicious word'' Liane Moriarty''I adored this novel. Charming, poignant and moving but also very funny''Cathy RentzenbrinkIt''s winter in Sydney and the lives of two strangers have fallen apart. Newly separated and in need of a distraction, Clare agrees to help her neighbour Louisa with a funeral catering business that has bitten off more than it can chew. Meanwhile, emergency doctor Chris has witnessed too many deaths but still feels compelled to attend the occasional wake. When Clare and Chris meet, the good in their lives is slowly illuminated. After all, the thing about death is that it makes life matter.Funny, moving, wise and hopeful, The Wakes is an irresistible debut novel about old friends, lost love, good food and new beginnings.''Few people can write about food and heartbreak like Nora Ephron - that wTrade ReviewThe Wakes is a truly delightful debut novel about life, death . . . and chicken sandwiches. Funny, moving, tender and wise, I ate up every delicious word * Liane Moriarty *I adored this novel. It's charming, poignant and moving but also very funny and left me full of the joys of this hard yet beautiful business of being alive * Cathy Rentzenbrink *Some books grab hold of you and won't let you go until the last page - and far beyond that. The Wakes is just such a book, an unforgettable story of hope and regret, of love lost and friendship found, and of understanding how the past and present are always intertwined * Sophie Green *Few people can write about food and heartbreak like Nora Ephron - that was until Dianne Yarwood * Harper's Bazaar *Yarwood's poignant debut is infused with humour, pathos and gastronomic delights in an uplifting novel about friendship, death and how the joy of living can be found in the most unexpected places. * The Observer *I devoured it in two sittings - utterly wonderful! The kind of book where you want to stay in that world long after it's finished. Such a brilliant mix of gentle humour and devastating sadness. My favourite kind of poignant read * Kayte Nunn *The Wakes is an utter delight - warm, funny and profound. I can't wait for everyone to read it. I couldn't believe it was a debut * Sally Hepworth *Far from a book about mourning, The Wakes is a celebration of what it means to be alive, and the joy of finding friendship where you least expect it. Dianne Yarwood explores the messiness of middle age with warmth, humanity and wry humour, as well as fiction's most delicious lemon tarts! I'd eat this book if I could * Joanna Nell *An absolute delight . . . immensely human and warm and satisfying * Shelley Burr *The Wakes is a truly exceptional novel. Dianne Yarwood skilfully illuminates the breadth of the human experience through the eyes of a suite of perfectly imperfect characters. This novel is rich with wisdom, love, humour and a sparkling joy - that unique kind of story that can make you sob and chuckle in the very same scene. I flew through this book in just a few sittings and have been gushing about it ever since! * Kelly Rimmer *I loved it. So warm and poignant and sweetly funny * Jacqueline Maley *I fell head over heels in love with The Wakes - a truly beautiful, wise and funny novel about love, friendship and the perfection of a good morning bun. * Hannah Beckerman *A funny, clever novel about love and loss and midlife, executed with the lightest touch. I can't remember when I last read a book that captures so well the sheer sensory joy of being alive. * Marianne Levy *Brilliantly funny and human. A delicious reading experience with characters that feel vivid from the very first page, The Wakes is life-affirming and joyful, even as it breaks your heart. * Emily Itami *It's hard to believe that Dianne Yarwood is a debut novelist because The Wakes proves that she has the heart of a writer. This is a glorious book that will make you simultaneously want to eat Louisa and Clare's lemon tarts as well as forge a friendship like theirs. It reminded me that life is the most precious gift of all and every day is a treat meant to be enjoyed to its fullest. * Natasha Lester *Yarwood's feel for character-building is unerring, and The Wakes is a light-on-its-feet exploration of big themes that takes tragedy and farce in its stride. Her book is like an embrace, kind and never cloying. * The Times *Take a powerful friendship and delicious food, add a series of upbeat funerals, blend with an optimistic attitude to death and you have the raw ingredients of The Wakes . . . While death is inevitably a key theme, the discussions are always more hopeful than depressing, and the funerals provide an opportunity for funny and touching celebrations of life. With its brilliantly drawn characters and intricately linked storylines, this is a delight of a debut. Highly recommended * Sunday Express *While funerals and food seem to be an unlikely occasion to bring two singletons together, death and divorce offers the opportunity for new beginnings and an appreciation for life . . . A quietly powerful and tender read * Heat *There are funerals, friendships and people falling in love in this fabulous debut that carries a reminder to be grateful for what you have * Good Housekeeping *A brilliant book about life, death, love and friendship * The Sun / Fabulous *A delectable fusion of comedy, hope, loss, and great food * Weekend Australian *The Wakes is a book that will stay with you long after you finish the final page, as the author accurately captures the beautifully messy nature of life, death and love in all of its forms. For readers who enjoy Liane Moriarty, Meg Mason or simply a story with interweaving storylines, this debut novel poignantly and humorously explores how the many facets of grief can so strongly bind people together. With strong dialogue, fully formed characters and outrageously delicious food descriptions, The Wakes will leave you with a renewed appreciation for life * Books+Publishing Australia *While there is a lot of death in The Wakes - two of the main characters run a funeral catering business -this heartfelt and uplifting book is essentially about living * Who Magazine *A heartfelt and uplifting novel about failing marriages and starting over in the most unexpected ways. You won't put it down! * New Idea *It's a debut novel, but Yarwood has you in the hollow of her hand from the first pages * Country Style *A heartfelt debut novel that blends humour with poignant reflections on life and death * Better Homes and Gardens *The Wakes is a book that will stay with you long after you finish the last page, as the author accurately captures the beautifully messy nature of life, death and love in all of its forms. For readers who enjoy Liane Moriarty, Meg Mason or simply a story with interweaving storylines, this debut novel poignantly and humorously explores how the many facets of grief can so strongly bind people together. With strong dialogue, fully formed characters and outrageously delicious food descriptions, The Wakes will leave you with a renewed appreciation for life. * Books + Publishing Australia *

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Book SynopsisSad, happy, deluded, genius:meet Kimberly.''Unique and smart'' Emma Gannon''I loved it'' Laura Kay''Weird and witty'' Chloë Ashby''Comic'' GuardianMaybe my main character will slowly lose their mind too. Novels usually need an abandoned woman going crazy in them. 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 been craving. This year she will:* Finally write her novel* Decide what said novel is actually about* Romantically pin down the increasingly flighty Matthew* Be less jealous of sharing attention with best friend Bel''s baby* Convince her therapist that the amount of artichokes she eats doesn''t classify as an eating disorder* Stay sane in the process of achieving tTrade 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 SynopsisTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF WORST IDEA EVER''A deftly plotted, witty tale of revenge. It''s a romcom with attitude'' MAIL ON SUNDAY''A fabulous gossipy read'' 5***** READER REVIEW_________Best friend, soulmate . . . backstabber?Amy thought she knew everything about her best friend Melissa.And she also thought she was about to marry the man of her dream.Until she discovers he has been having an affair . . . and Melissa is The Other Woman.In one disastrous weekend she has lost her home, her fiancé and her best friend.But instead of falling apart, she is determined to get her own back . . ._____________''It''s FABALISS. I was SO GRIPPED'' MARIAN KEYES''I couldn''t put it down'' 5***** READER REVIEW''Barbed, twisty and full of deliciously dry wit, this is smart stuff to race through'' SUNDAY Trade ReviewBrilliant, original, edgy and compulsively readable * Daily Mail *A deftly plotted, witty tale of revenge. It's a romcom with attitude - a perfect wicked pleasure to begin a new year of reading * Mail on Sunday *Barbed, twisty and full of deliciously dry wit, this is smart stuff to race through * Sunday Mirror *Enthralling * Best *I've just finished this . . . it's FABALISS. I was SO GRIPPED -- Marian Keyes * bestselling author of The Break *You will tear through this gripping tale of love, betrayal and the importance of fighting back * Sun *Jane Fallon superbly taps into our inner Avenger. A hugely compelling and unpredictable story about what happens when friendship goes wrong. It had me gasping out loud on several occasions. I loved it and just couldn't put it down! -- Ruth Jones * bestselling author of Never Greener *It's a deliciously wicked book and if you haven't read it . . . you should! -- Milly Johnson * bestselling author of The Queen of Wishful Thinking *What a glorious, heartfelt and enlightening book! -- Giovanna Fletcher * bestselling author of Some Kind of Wonderful *Great fun * Good Housekeeping *Before long events are spiralling drastically out of control -- Isabelle Broom * Heat *I raced through Jane Fallon's delicious new page-turner about friends behaving badly. It's unpredictable and feisty, with a lead character that's a long way from the average romantic heroine -- Jane Costello * bestselling author of Summer Nights at the Moonlight Hotel *Praise for Jane Fallon * - *Sparkling and unpredictable * Elle *Chick lit with an edge * Guardian *Compulsively readable * Daily Mail *Intelligent, edgy and witty * Glamour *Deliciously devious . . . A darkly comic and addictive read * Daily Express *Well-crafted, dryly funny * Red *Fun and feisty women's fiction at its very best * Heat *Jane Fallon injects a smart edge into the chick-lit genre * In Style *Deliciously edgy * Good Housekeeping *Gripping stuff . . . A great, intelligent read * Daily Mail *Witty, well observed * Heat *Brilliant and original * Sun *Absolutely brilliant * Closer *A hilarious page-turner * Yours *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

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Book SynopsisCosy up with this heartwarming winter love story . . .''Sensitive, insightful and wonderfully authentic. A beautiful festive love story' HEIDI SWAIN''An utter delight; festive and funny, tender and humorous'' READER REVIEW *****''A gently woven love story . . . heartfelt, perceptive and very, very human'' JULIETTA HENDERSON''A really great read for a cold winter''s day with a hot chocolate'' READER REVIEW *****''Relatable and emotional . . . beautifully captures all the romance and magic of Christmas. A festive gem'' HOLLY MILLER*****ONE DECEMBER DAY, LAURA MEETS LUKE...Luke loves Christmas. He loves the woolly scarves, the mulled wine, the music, the snow. But he's beginning to ask: what good is it, if you have no one to share it with?Laura doesn't think there's anything magical about December. She'd never normally be seen dead with a man in a Christmas jumper. But, at a crowded gig this winter''s evening, has she found her soulmate in handsome, funny frontman, Luke?Under the lights, something magical begins. But will Luke and Laura still feel the same on this day next December? And the one after that?Finding love at Christmas is special. But is staying in love - year after year, through the joy and heartbreak - the real miracle?Luke and Laura are about to find out. One December day at a time...Praise for Rachel Marks:''A total delight. Beautifully observed, painfully funny and profoundly moving, it''s a wise and wonderful story of hope and love. I adored it!'' MIRANDA DICKINSON''A delightful, heart-warming read. The characters feel so real... I''m sure I must know them somehow!'' SOPHIE COUSENS''Rachel Marks packs a novel with all the emotions - hope, fear, love, despair and - ultimately - joy'' CLARE POOLEY''Unpredictable and satisfying'' HEIDI SWAIN''As tender and emotional as it is funny, it made me laugh out loud A LOT, and it made me sob'' CRESSIDA McLAUGHLIN''Heartbreaking, heartwarming, perfect!'' ROSIE GOODWINTrade ReviewSensitive, insightful and wonderfully authentic. A beautiful festive love story -- Sunday Times bestseller Heidi SwainAn enchanting festive love story woven through with wintery magic * Woman's Weekly *An enchanting wintry love story * Women's Own *A relatable and emotional depiction of true love, real life and heartbreak, which beautifully captures all the romance and magic of Christmas. Moving and poignant - a festive gem -- Holly Miller, author of The Sight of YouA gently woven love story imbued with Rachel Marks' signature warmth and honesty. Heartfelt, perceptive and very, very human -- Julietta Henderson, author of The Funny Thing about Norman FormanA truly adorable read that will, at various points, make you both laugh and cry. Told over a period of more than a decade – and seen through the eyes of both Laura and Luke – it’s cleverly written with the festive season at the catalyst. A story that weaves its own magic so beautifully! -- Lucy Coleman, author of Summer at Green ValleyAn emotional contemporary romance that pulls at the heartstrings * Culturefly *Praise for Rachel Marks * : *Clever, poignant and satisfying -- Katie FfordeEminently real and relatable -- Julietta HendersonA book to cancel plans for - we're still not over the ending * Closer *Heartwarming . . . Lovely and thought-provoking * Hello! *A total delight. Beautifully observed, painfully funny and profoundly moving -- Miranda Dickinson

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Book SynopsisTHE HILARIOUS AND HEARTWARMING NEW ROMCOM PERFECT FOR FANS OF THE FLATSHARE, FROM THE COMEDY WOMEN IN PRINT PRIZE SHORTLISTED AUTHOR''An entertaining romcom with a very relatable set-up. The Back Up Man goes down like a good cup of tea . . . warm, comforting, enjoyable'' i''Delightful and uplifting. Brimming with nostalgia and warmth. A great read to brighten up the winter months'' Culturefly Marriage pact Slow burn Forced proximity Friends to lovers''I could not put it down - I just HAD to know what happened'' 5***** Reader Review''A romcom with depth and substance and also, refreshingly, set in Glasgow'' RED''Uplifting and compelling. I couldn''t put it down and I couldn''t stop smiling - I loved it'' 5***** Reader Review*Shortlisted author for the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize*<Trade ReviewAn entertaining romcom with a very relatable set-up. Luckhurst is a terrific writer. The Back Up Man goes down like a good cup of tea - you know what to expect, but it doesn't make it any less warm, comforting or enjoyable * i *A romcom with depth and substance and also, refreshingly, set in Glasgow * Red *Fresh, funny, satisfying - it's everything I want in a book -- Holly Miller, author of Richard and Judy pick The Sight Of YouPhoebe Luckhurst is one of the funniest new novelists out there. Perfect for anyone who has ever attempted to stalk an ex on Facebook (all of us, then) * Evening Standard *I adored The Back Up Man! Phoebe is so funny, with such a brilliant observational eye and a perfect ear for dialogue. An absolute delight -- Emma HughesA charming romance * Woman's Own *Funny and uplifting * Sun *You'll have a lot of fun * Heat *Delightful and uplifting. Brimming with nostalgia and warmth. A cosy, heartfelt novel that celebrates life for all of its messy, joyful and far-fetched twists and turns, making for a great read to brighten up the winter months * Culturefly *Praise for Phoebe Luckhurst * : *David Nicholls for millennials . . . a dream read * i *Entertaining, endearing, and truly unique. Found myself wincing and laughing with familiarity -- Emma Gannon, bestselling author of OliveThe year's most original rom-com * Elle *Immensely readable, witty and well-crafted * i *An entertaining tail of friendship full of squirming setbacks and humorous happenings * Woman *

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Book SynopsisFall in love with the most heartwarming and uplifting story of love and second chances set between London and Dublin, from the author of BABY IT''S COLD OUTSIDE''A beautifully poignant read. I thoroughly enjoyed every page'' 5***** Reader Review''I adored this book. Beautiful, heartbreakingly sad, laugh-out-loud funny and scorchingly romantic. This will be a huge hit this winter'' 5***** Reader Review**WINNER OF ROMANTIC NOVEL AWARD FOR BEST FESTIVE ROMANTIC NOVEL**________When Celeste loses her best friend Hannah, she''ll do anything to keep her spirit alive.So when she uncovers her friend''s old list of New Year''s resolutions, Celeste vows to complete them all.One adventure at a time, she rediscovers how wonderful life can be.But when one resolution leads her to someone from her past, Celeste can''t help but wonder . . .Could the biggest adventure of all be falling in love?Trade ReviewPraise for Emily Bell * - *A refreshing romance filled with holiday spirit and second chances. The descriptions of Dublin at Christmas time alone will leave you longing for your very own trip . . . * Woman & Home *Cosy up with this fab festive read! * Sun *Tremendous fun, with a big heart and gorgeous locations to get lost in - it's the perfect uplifting Christmas read, unashamedly romantic and beautifully written. Emily is this year's Queen of Christmas! * Veronica Henry *The perfect festive treat! I really enjoyed Emily Bell's believable, sympathetic characters and her sensitive and wise writing about friendship and bereavement which deliver richness and depth to a charming love story * Kate Eberlen, author of Miss You *Captures the magic of Christmas in Dublin perfectly! A heartfelt and irresistibly romantic read to cosy up with over the festive season * Carmel Harrington *

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Book SynopsisFall in love with the glorious fake-dating, friends-to-lovers romance that has TikTok swooning!''A fun vacation in a book'' 5***** Reader Review''Perhaps my favourite book ever! I honestly couldn''t put it down'' 5***** Reader Review''So well-written, witty and engaging. LOVE THIS BOOK'' 5***** Reader Review_________Single mother April is soon to be an empty nester. For twelve years she''s lived in Willow Creek with a wall around her heart. Now it''s time to move on, and she asks friend Mitch to help get her house ready for sale.Buff Mitch Malone is best known for the kilt (and not much else) that he wears to the town''s Renaissance Faire. He agrees to help April, in return for a favour: will she pretend to be his girlfriend at a family dinner, to silence all the talk? But when dinner turns into a weekend trip, April wonders if she can fake a relationship for so long.As summer comes round, Faire returns to Willow Creek, and April volunteers for the first time. Then Mitch''s family show up unexpectedly, and he needs her to be his fake girlfriend again.Only this time, April wonders just how fake she and Mitch are becoming . . ._________Readers are obsessed with the Willow Creak series!''A pure joy to read. Utterly delightful. I didn''t want it to end'' 5***** Reader Review''THIS is how you write modern romance!'' 5***** Reader Review''This gave me all the butterflies, all the feels, all the heart skipping beats'' 5***** Reader Review''Completely in love with this book! A must read'' 5***** Reader Review''A gorgeous enemies-to-lovers romance'' 5***** Reader Review''Well Met left me swooning'' 5***** Reader ReviewTrade ReviewDeLuca's enchanting tale of unsought love developing over home improvement tasks and making family members happy, cheerfully set against the charming backdrop of a Renaissance fair, is a joy to read. * Booklist *Well Matched is completely charming and delightfully touching. DeLuca delivers a love story that leaves you feeling as warm and fuzzy as you are hot and bothered. April's vulnerability and humor are endearing and Mitch is book boyfriend goals in a kilt--I couldn't put it down. * Denise Williams, author of How to Fail at Flirting *With well-drawn characters and laugh-out-loud scenes, Well Matched is a perfect opposites-attract romance. * Shelf Awareness *

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Book SynopsisFall in love with the glorious new forced-proximity romance in the series that has TikTok swooning!''Jen DeLuca is the rom-com renaissance queen!'' 5***** Reader Review''Heartfelt, funny and swoon-worthy stories'' 5***** Reader Review_________Attorney Lulu Malone lived to work until the day it all went wrong. So, when her cousin Mitch introduces her to the world of Renaissance Faires, she leaps for the turkey legs, taverns, and tarot readers. Sometimes girls just wanna have fun.The only drawback is Dex MacLean: a guitarist with a killer smile, the Casanova of the Faire . . . and her travelling companion for the summer.Kilted bad boy Dex has never had to work hard in his life. Touring with his brothers as The Dueling Kilts is going great and there''s a woman for him at every Faire. But when Lulu proves indifferent to his plaid charms and the band''s future is threatened, Dex fears he''s losing itTrade ReviewCharming, compassionate and romantic, Well Traveled is a rich return to the Renaissance Faire, full of the delightful details DeLuca delivers in every wonderful installment. We loved every lyrical moment of Lulu and Dex's journey--a full-hearted story of following the song in your heart and finding your own path. * Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, authors of The Roughest Draft *DeLuca has a steady hand with this duo's slow-burning chemistry, making their connection feel entirely earned. Fans and new readers alike will be drawn in. * Publishers Weekly *Amid the unique setting and a stock of colorful side characters, both old and new, DeLuca's latest gives fans more of what they love about her popular series, which has particularly well-developed protagonists. * Library Journal *

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Book Synopsis''A new Simon Brett is an event for mystery fans'' P. D. James''Simon Brett writes stunning detective stories. I would recommend them to anyone'' Jilly Cooper''Murder most enjoyable'' Colin DexterThe two aristocratic siblings Blotto and Twinks are once again launched into another death-defying adventure, this time in the civil war-torn republic of Jalapeno, in Mexico. But how did they ever get to such a foreign and distant land in the first place?For Twinks it was an easy decision - to escape her mother''s match-making attempts she sets out to visit her old friend, Begonia Guiteras, who lives in Jalapeno, which is fortuitously on the doorstep of an Aztec dig Twinks wants to work on. Unfortunately, her visit coincides with the War for Jalapeno Independence, headed by Colonel Henriquez Guiteras, Begonia''s father.At the same time, Twinks''s excavation of the Aztec site is revealing the exciting prospect of a hoard of C

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Book SynopsisThis good girl is naked on the internet... By day, Frankie lives an ordinary life: doting daughter, supportive sister, adoring aunt and (mostly) capable colleague. The only trouble is that she also feels invisible. So by night, Frankie creates her alter ego, uploading risqué photos to a small community of online fans. She becomes sexy, confident and, most importantly, anonymous. That is, until Frankie''s two worlds collide and she finds herself thrust into the limelight, along with her secret. Overnight, she becomes both a feminist icon and a target; wanted and worthless; powerful and petrified. Suddenly all eyes are on her. ...but is she ready to bare it all? Limelight is a funny, touching and provocative tale of sisterhood, sexuality and self-esteem. What would you gain - and lose - by being yourself, instead of who everyone wants you to be?

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Book SynopsisHelen is probably best known for her role as the dippy Catriona in Absolutely Fabulous, in which she appeared alongside Jennifer Saunders in all six series of the show, as well as for creating the 'girl at the bar' in Naked Video.However, to many she is known for her unique brand of wit and observational humour. A comedy writer with an extensive portfolio that includes writing and performing her own material, Helen has starred in a great number of top TV comedy and radio shows.Helen was part of a group of early 1980s comedians, including French and Saunders, the late Rik Mayall, andBen Elton, who made their names at London's famous Comedy Store. She was a guest on ITV's Saturday Night Live with her solo comedy act, as well as performing at the first Just for Laughs comedy festival in Montreal along with Lenny Henry. TV appearances span such shows as The Young Ones, French and Saunders, Happy Families, One Foot inTrade ReviewIn one hilarious bound Helen Lederer has crowned herself Queen of Desperate. Desperately funny, desperately engaging, desperately readable and desperately adorable. * STEPHEN FRY *Helen Lederer is the 3rd funniest woman in the world. Read this! * DAWN FRENCH *Funny, witty, quirky . . . like the woman herself. Treat yourself. * JO BRAND *'A brilliant creation: scene after scene of blissful agony . . . Lederer's dry and merciless observation of women struggling to be fabulous is hugely entertaining. * JOANNA LUMLEY *Helen is a wonderfully funny woman . . . She took her time but it's worth the wait. * BEN ELTON *A wickedly amusing debut novel. * Telegraph *Packed with hilarious scenes that had me laughing out loud, Losing It is an easy to read book that is hard to put down. * Huffington Post *Funny and sharp and horribly true. * The Times *Funny and touching. * Woman and Home Magazine *A wry and witty rallying call for women of a certain age. Comedian Helen Lederer's debut novel is full of witty one-liners. * Daily Express *Losing It is the hilarious debut from Helen Lederer, one of the UK's favourite comediennes. * Magic FM Book Club *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''I''m kicking myself for not reading this book sooner!'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................Chase your dreams. Dance under the stars. Fall in love at the festival of Burning Moon.WARNING: Being jilted at the altar in front of 500 wedding guests can lead to irrational behaviour, such as going on your honeymoon to Thailand alone.On the way to paradise, symptoms may include getting arrested, setting yourself on fire, turning up on a ''Missing Poster'' and going viral.Side-effects may include desert island stranding, star gazing and jungle trekking.Recovery will lead to partying the nigTrade ReviewThe descriptions of Thailand were beautiful ... well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs' * Monash Times *Witty, enjoyable and unique. If you're looking for a fun and romantic read, this is for you! * Harlequin Junkie *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest. Jo has the talent for writing and she beautifully brings to life the story of Lilly and Damien ... a talented new author on the block * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *A woman abandoned at the altar who goes on her honeymoon to Thailand alone - just like we would! Hijinks ensue * Romantic Times *BURNING MOON was easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping pages *I really loved the heroine, Lilly ... I was able to really connect with her ... an absolute win * Sami's Bookish Reality *Heartwarming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *Reminds me of Bridget Jones Diary ... emotional and heartfelt * Four Chicks Flipping Pages *Lilly is a completely lovable character ... you are pulling for her the whole time * Katy Reads *Full of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tear-jerkers, BURNING MOON has it all * Romantic Times *Burning Moon is really about more than just a trip and a chance encounter. It is a tale of self-discovery, understanding, and self-acceptance. There are parts of the book that are poignant and heart wrenching but also parts that are hysterically funny. I . . . found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool!If you are looking for a book with a unique premise, a fun setting, great dialogue, and lovely characters I highly recommend you try Burning Moon * BFF Book Blog *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''I couldn''t stop laughing ... this was outstanding'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................That moment you catch your boyfriend in bed with another woman and then mistakenly get arrested. #awksAnnie doesn''t want to dwell on the fact that she walked in on her bf wearing nipple clamps on the day he was meant to propose to her. She just wants to move on - cue escaping to a tropical paradise.Life is dreamy on the beaches of Mauritius, until the nightmarish appearance of her ex and the ''other woman''. Faced with the enemy, Annie refuses to look like the sad, lonely single she actually is. She needs a decoy - aTrade ReviewTop Pick! Almost a Bride put a smile on my face more than once. The dialogue was witty, the words were well-written and the heroine was one-of-a-kind * Harlequin Junkie *Top Pick! This book is even better than the first * Night Owl Reviews *Praise for Jo Watson's hilarious romantic comediesFull of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tearjerkers * Romantic Times *Witty, enjoyable and unique * Harlequin Junkie *Found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool! * BFF Book Blog *Heart-warming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *Well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs * Monash Times *Easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping pages *Completely lovable * Katy Reads *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000 copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''I seriously could not stop from turning page after page of this book'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................When you go to Greece to meet your family but end up snogging your smokin'' hot tour guide #sorrynotsorryJane is fed up of being the odd one out in her adoptive family. So in a very un-Jane-like move she books a last-minute ticket to find her birth father - and the real Jane. Armed with the knowledge that he was a tour guide called Dimitri, and multiple boxes of condoms from her mother (#cringe), she sets off.It turns out that everyone in Greece is called Dimitri, including her very own Trade ReviewPraise for Jo Watson's hilarious romantic comediesFull of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tearjerkers * Romantic Times *Found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool! * BFF Book Blog *Top Pick! Almost a Bride put a smile on my face more than once. The dialogue was witty, the words were well-written and the heroine was one-of-a-kind * Harlequin Junkie *Heart-warming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *Well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs' * Monash Times *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *Easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping Pages *Completely lovable * Katy Reads *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''Jo Watson''s writing puts you in a better mood. Brilliant'' Goodreads reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!.................................................................................Some opposites attract; some rip each other''s clothes off. Stormy-Rain and Marcus could not be more different: she''s a free-spirited, rainbow-haired hippie; he wears a suit and over-shines his already too-shiny shoes. She believes in auras; he''s governed by logic and doesn''t believe in Fate. But Fate believes in them... So what happens when their worlds collide - and they are forced to embark on an epic road trip to catch a plane to a wedding on the other side of the world?Trade ReviewPraise for Jo Watson's hilarious romantic comediesFull of pure-joy romance, laugh-out-loud moments and tearjerkers * Romantic Times *Found myself frequently laughing out loud and grinning like a fool! * BFF Book Blog *Top Pick! Almost a Bride put a smile on my face more than once. The dialogue was witty, the words were well-written and the heroine was one-of-a-kind * Harlequin Junkie *Heart-warming, funny, sweet, romantic and just leaves you feeling good inside * Bridger Bitches Book Blog *Well written and lovable ... a bundle of laughs' * Monash Times *I absolutely loved this book. It has humour, romance, heart-wrenching grief and the excitement to live life to the fullest * Njkinny’s World of Books & Stuff *Easily a 4.5-star read for me... Add this one to your TBR, because it is a treat of a book and I highly recommend it * Smut Book Junkie Book Reviews *Heartwarming and raw... I urge you to go on this journey with Lilly as she reclaims back her happiness, life, and heart * Four Chicks Flipping Pages *Completely lovable * Katy Reads *

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!''If you want a book to make you feel better, to make you laugh and smile, go read this'' NetGalley reviewerIf you love Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson!''Funny, relatable and a good read'' 5* reader review''Like a hug in the shape of a book'' 5* reader review''Definitely one everyone should read'' 5* reader review''Loved this book! Entertaining and well written, I couldn''t put it down'' 5* reader review.................................................................................There''s a fine line between love and hate...Poppy Peterson is about to be evicted if she doesn''t pay her rent. She used to be an actress on a telenovela until her character, RamonTrade ReviewI love a good original love story and Jo Watson managed to surprise me over and over again. Her snappy writing style is refreshing, her main characters are endearing and dazzling and her book sparkles from beginning to end * With Love For Books *The perfect choice for fans of romantic comedies * Gina's Bookshelf *It was amazing, it was hilarious' * Rachel's Random Reads *A brilliant read from beginning to end' * Hopeless Romantics *

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Book SynopsisShe''s starting over. And the real her is letting loose.From the author of the 100,000+ copy-selling rom-com, Love to Hate You! No one makes you laugh like Jo Watson!If you love by Mhairi McFarlane, Sophie Ranald, Sophie Kinsella and Paige Toon, you''ll LOVE Jo Watson - readers are raving about her glorious rom-coms!Readers are already WOWED by Just The Way I Am!''Without a doubt Jo Watson''s best book so far, and I''ve almost read all of them''''I have read ALL of Jo Watson''s previous books and this is quite possibly my new favourite''''An intricate and delicate romance with themes of loss, love, self discovery and a little bit of fate thrown in too!''''A laugh-a-minute journey of self-discovery that was far too easy to read in one sitting''''I loved, loved, loved this story!! I feel as though there aren''t enouTrade ReviewI love a good original love story and Jo Watson managed to surprise me over and over again. Her snappy writing style is refreshing, her main characters are endearing and dazzling and her book sparkles from beginning to end * With Love For Books *The perfect choice for fans of romantic comedies * Gina's Bookshelf *It was amazing, it was hilarious' * Rachel's Random Reads *A brilliant read from beginning to end' * Hopeless Romantics *

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Book Synopsis''Is it possible to marry a book? Because Polite Society is so funny, smart, sophisticated, and captivating, you just want to spend your whole life with it. It was love at first sight from the very first page'' Kevin Kwan, author of CRAZY RICH ASIANSAnia Khurana is beautiful, clever and in need of entertainment. She''s wrapped Delhi society around her little finger, and now her creativity requires a new vista. Then she finds love for her spinster aunt, rescuing her from a life watching Masterchef.Hugely satisfied with her first success as a matchmaker, Ania selects her friend Dimple for her next quest. But good intentions can go awry, and when a handsome suitor arrives from America, Ania discovers that when you aim to please the human heart, things seldom go to plan. ''Witty, smart, compelling'' Kamila Shamsie, author of Home FireTrade ReviewWitty, smart, compelling * Kamila Shamsie *A deep and utter treat: a sly, witty Delhi reinvention of Emma. Rao writes like Vikram Seth's naughty younger brother and I want to have cocktails and gossip with him at once * Patrick Gale *The only way to write an Austentatious novel * Financial Times *A bitingly funny version of Austen's Emma. . . . Could have been titled Crazy Rich Indians * South China Morning Post *

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Book Synopsis''Everything you love about romantic comedy - hilarious, sharply observed, smart, and sexy as hell. I adored this book!'' RACHEL HAWKINS''Smart, sexy, and feminist, I Love You, I Hate You is a delightful love letter to internet friends and Nora Ephron. Elizabeth Davis just became an auto-buy author for me'' ANNETTE CHRISTIE''Complete You''ve Got Mail magic! Davis''s humor made this steamy, feisty rom-com a delight to read . . . a must read for fans of Nora Ephron rom-coms!'' DENISE WILLIAMSAll''s fair in love and law . . . You''ve Got Mail meets Dating You/Hating You by Christina Lauren and The Hating Game by Sally Thorne in this sizzling rom-com - readers love it! ''A five-star read . . . the best read of the year, if you like your rom coms witty and sweet then you need this story in your life'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ read

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Book Synopsis''⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I HAD THE BEST TIME READING THIS BOOK AND IF IT DOESN''T END UP BEING A NETFLIX SERIES I AM GOING TO BE VERY DISAPPOINTED BECAUSE IT''S PERFECT!!!!!!'' ''Immersive, cinematic, and exquisitely fun! The perfect debut'' Ali Hazelwood''Escapism at its finest. This book will swallow you right up and keep you awake until you turn the last page'' Elena ArmasCRAZY RICH ASIANS meets THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, with a dash of GOSSIP GIRL, in this dazzling debut novel._________Samantha Song has always dreamed of having her own by-line in a high-society magazine. But the death of her father and the constant struggle to help her mum make ends meet make it feel like a distant fantasy. Instead, she works at a drab PR firm and lives vicariously through her socialite co-worker Anya Chen. Then she meets Timothy Kingston: the disillusioned so

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Book SynopsisIt started as a fake date for the wedding from hell . . . The next sparkling and swoony enemies-to-lovers rom-com from the author of the TikTok-hit A Brush with Love and Lizzie Blake''s Best Mistake.''Mazey Eddings''s writing is authentic, emotional, and intensely romantic! To me, it''s like a Taylor Swift song in book form'' Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author Readers gave A Brush with Love FIVE SHINING STARS!''Swoony, steamy, adorable . . . Read. This. Book. You won''t be disappointed. It''s a keeper and Mazey Eddings is on my auto-read list forever''''There was so much to love about this book . . . Thank you to Mazey Eddings for this romance with its messy, true, and painfully real representation of anxiety . . . We need more books like this in the world''............................................Some facts are indisputable:

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Book SynopsisIn 1938, two rival expeditions set off for a lost Mayan temple in the jungles of Honduras, one intending to shoot a screwball comedy on location there, the other intending to disassemble it and ship it back to New York. A seemingly endless stalemate ensues, and twenty years later, when a rogue CIA agent learns that both expeditions are still out in the wilderness, he embarks on a mission to exploit the temple as a geopolitical pawn. But the mission hurtles towards disaster when he discovers that the temple is the locus of grander conspiracies than anyone could have guessed.Trade ReviewDazzling . . . his best to date . . . If there is one adjective that describes Beauman's prose it is 'buoyant' - a quality which allows the reader to get through a long book with little effort, and the author to carry the considerable heft of his intelligence lightly. And it is a roaming intelligence. -- David Patrikarakos * Spectator *Madness is Better than Defeat is a Swiss watch: there isn't a single moving part out of place . . . The jokes are superb . . . a zestful romp? Undoubtedly. But that doesn't quite do justice to the experience of reading Madness is Better than Defeat. The book is certainly a literary performance of a high order . . . The clockwork runs beautifully. Every paragraph gives pleasure. -- Kevin Power * Literary Review *Almost perfect . . . This is one of the most purely enjoyable novels I've read in years - by turns sad, moving, thoughtful, intriguing, clever, enlightening, surprising and laugh-out-loud funny - which is more than enough. I can't think of any type of reader who wouldn't enjoy it: whether your thing is genre, literary or, like this, a fizzling, sparking, sparkling mixture of the two. -- Darragh McManus * Irish Independent *A teaming shaggy-dog comedy of megalomania and obsession . . . Beauman is a sparkling writer, and his book bustles with diverting micro-narratives . . . A novel of great intelligence and humour, cleverly structured and brimming with tricks . . . a tremendous rainbow -- Tim Martin * New Statesman *Beauman has a gift: he's a natural comic writer. (I've only read one funnier book this year) -- Cal Revely-Calder * Guardian *It reminded me of a Coen brothers film . . . I found it enchanting, and I was happy to turn every page . . . I really enjoyed it -- Tom Sutcliffe * BBC Radio 4 Saturday Review *I am really enjoying it . . . I have no clue what's going to happen when I turn the page -- Inua Ellams * BBC Radio 4 Saturday Review *Wildly plotted, comedic . . . One senses that behind the vivacious plotting and baroque characterisation, Beauman's purpose is to question the "madness" of artistic endeavor . . . he emerges from his latest expedition triumphant. -- Carl Wilkinson * Financial Times *Beauman's fourth novel provides his usual humour, oddities, convolutions and impressive writing. * Mail on Sunday *A fun madcap mystery * Daily Mail *Wildly original . . . Madness could easily become a confusing mess but Beauman manages to keep the narrative consistently focused and engaging. This madcap ride about the eccentricities of humans will keep you entertained till the last page * Bookriot *Typically quirky . . . Zany and sprawling * Tatler *Beauman writes with rare and bizarre brilliance * Sunday Telegraph *

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Book Synopsis''As her work reappears, another missing jigsaw piece is replaced''IndependentDescribed by the New York Times upon her death as ''one of Britain''s best-known novelists'', plunge yourself into the wry world of Pamela Hansford Johnson in this coming-of-marriageable-age story, perfect for fans of Elizabeth Jane Howard and Barbara Pym.******************It''s between the wars, and Christine - Christie, to her friends - is tired of London, her job in a travel agency, her friends, and the young men she''s being set up with. So when, by chance, she meets the older Ned Skelton, who seems sophisticated and experienced, she quickly becomes besotted. Before Christie knows it, they are engaged. But will marriage to a man she doesn''t know well truly offer this young woman an escape? Or is she walking into another prison of her own making? A classic coming-of-age story set in the 1930s, by one of BritaTrade ReviewAs her work reappears, another missing jigsaw piece is replaced * Independent *A story so vivid it might be the memoir of a real person * Britannia and Eve *A remarkable craftswoman -- A.S. Byatt, author of POSSESSIONHansford Johnson at her wittiest is Waugh mingled with Malcolm Bradbury -- Ruth RendellA writer whose memory fully deserves to be kept alive -- Jonathan Coe, author of THE HOUSE OF SLEEP

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF AN ENGLISH PEN AWARD''Effortlessly readable and fizzing with energy, this novel is by turns quirky, funny and thoughtful'' Mail on SundayDani Mosca is 40 and his father has just died. Fulfilling his father''s last wishes, Dani embarks on a road trip back to his childhood village, a three-hour hearse journey from Madrid. Leaving behind the busy streets of the city for the deserted, archaic heart of Spain, Dani revisits the key junctions of his life: his conflicted relationship with a pragmatic and authoritarian father; the mystery of his birth; his school years in the repressed atmosphere of Catholic Spain; the origin of his band and its early successes; the emptiness left by a tragically lost friendship; his great loves. Laugh-out-loud funny, deeply moving and featuring an unforgettable cast of characters - from Ecuadorian drivers to Spanish Bowie lookalikes - Rolling Fields is a novel full ofTrade ReviewEffortlessly readable and fizzing with energy, this novel is by turns quirky, funny and thoughtful. * Mail on Sunday *Incisive and bittersweet. * Independent *Breezy, bittersweet and tangential, Trueba's prose captures the rueful regrets of a man who's searching for meaning and redemption in a life that's short on both. * Daily Mail *What holds the attention is the evocation of a culture trying to break free of rural, religious and Franco-ist ties. Dani's wistful search for validation - from music, sex, or his father - adds a thoughtful dimension. * Evening Standard *David Trueba's skilfully crafted novel is fast-moving and full of sparkle, but with a deeper pull beneath the surface ... It is a novel that tackles the chaos of life nakedly and nobly -- Michael Eaude * LITERARY REVIEW *Funny, poignant, full of honesty and warmth * The Sun *Trueba writes about everyday life with a redemptive epic while avoiding sentimental pornography and cynicism. He wants to know who he is while we the readers try to figure out how is it possible that his experience of life looks so much like ours. * Carlos Zanón, El País *The narrative richness of the book is outstanding. Trueba has an instinct to extract from the language its paradoxes with a grace that comes only from a delicate attention to people's conversations (...) The novel shines even brighter as life flirts with death and the ballad becomes sad. * J.M. Pozuelo Yvancos, ABC *A funny and bitter novel, full of intelligence and energy. It shows some of the miseries and the modest grandeur of life. The character's self-criticism is brave, exciting, and realistic. With a skillful and stimulating taste for risk, it combines many issues and registers: from rock mythology to family melodrama, from John Irving to Rafael Azcona. * Daniel Gascón, Letras Libres *An effortless, fast-paced and light-hearted yet tremendously good piece of fiction. * Rafael Ruiz Pleguezuelos, Qué Leer *A stunningly lucid novel, well written and elegant, but never cold. * Juan Ángel Juristo, La Vanguardia *The novel can be read from several perspectives, all of them enriching the reading experience: the difficulty of growing up with no roots; the deep marks left by love and desire; identity as a work in progress; and the porous connection between life and art. * Domingo Ródenas, El Periódico (Book of the week) *A beautiful novel that blends drama and irony. * Elisabetta Pagani, La Stampa *Lively and bittersweet. * Il Manifesto *Writing that is both warm and charming. * Focus Vif *

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Book SynopsisWHY DATE A MOUNTAIN MAN? Because he knows how to pitch a tent.TROPES: Tall, dark & (adorably) grumpy hero charmed by heroine despite himself; quirky small mountain town; gorgeous Colorado Rocky wilderness; only one sleeping bag; slow burn to clothes melting off spice; extreme competence; a few (somewhat) minor explosions.CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN MANWhen Dahlia Weathersby''s sister disappears on what should have been a simple day hike, Dahlia immediately heads deep into the Colorado Rockies to find her. Knowing she''ll never survive the mountains alone, she convinces the local hermitadorably grouchy survival expert Winston Daneto be her guide. All it takes is a good helping of Dahlia''s charmand just the teeniest bit of blackmailbefore she''s got all six-foot-something of him wrapped around her finger.Winston Dane should know better than to follow beautiful city girl Dahlia deep into the mountains, but it's not like he could let her go <

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Book Synopsis“Somewhere between Tom Perrotta and Erica Jong lies The Swing of Things, a charming, sexy, and surprisingly tender romp through the dark side of wish fulfillment. I’ll never look at the other playground parents the same way again.” —Marcus Sakey Told from the dual perspective of a husband and a wife, The Swing of Things is a sexy, provocative, page-turning novel about a suburban couple who wants out of their routine—but will they take things too far? Attorney Jayne Larsen loves her stay-at-home husband. Eric is attentive and a great father to their daughter. He’s also unfailingly committed to their Wednesday date nights—but things have gotten too predictable. Enter Theo and Mia Winters, the effortlessly cool, attractive couple who are the center of everyone’s attention. They are blissfully happy and ready to share their secret for keeping things spicy. But there are rules. And breaking them has consequences. As Jayne and Eric explore a more modern definition of marriage, they are forced to confront whether they’ve given up too much in the pursuit of trying to have it all.

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Book SynopsisWhile they are discussing the possible illnesses they may have, Jerome, Harris, and George all realize they suffer from the same thing—working too much. Upon the realization, the three best friends decide that they must go on a vacation. After rejecting the ideas of a sea trip or country stay, because Jerome doesn’t like the sea, and Harris finds the country to be dull, the men decide on a boat trip. With their bags packed and with the company of Jerome’s dog, Montmorency, the friends set off on a boat traveling along the Thames River. They pass notable landmarks and muse about them, questioning their importance, appearance, and origins. Memories are recalled and shared with embellishments. The three men enjoy each other’s company until the vacation takes turns that they could never expect. With unpredictable weather, comedic pitfalls, and wild humor, no outcome is impossible on this chaotic vacation. Facing their own shortcomings, flaws, and the uncontrollable weather, Jerome, Harris, and George must work together to remain in good spirits and find the silver linings so they can still enjoy their vacation. Though originally intended to be a travel guide, the witty jokes, humorous diversions, and realistic characters portrayed in Three Men in a Boat stole the focus of the novel. Based off author Jerome K. Jerome’s real-life experiences, Three Men in a Boat is a comedy that has stood the test of time. With undated jokes and hilarity, Jerome’s comedic work of escapism, Three Men in a Boat, remains to seem fresh and witty over one hundred years later. Three Men in a Boat is brought back to life with a modern font and a new, eye-catching design. This classic comedy is an essential to any fun collection. Jerome K. Jerome’s Three Men in a Boat offers a short escape from reality and entertainment from even the most unexpected adventures.

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Book Synopsis'Smart and funny' – Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost ThingsThe first step was learning to read, but if she really wants to turn her life around, Maggsie is going to have to trust other people – and that might just be the hardest lesson she’s ever faced . . . Small and dyslexic, with a short fuse, bad teeth, a prison record and something to prove, Marguerite McNaughton – Maggsie – doesn't need anybody or anything, thank you very much. She's more than capable of looking after herself. She’s also about to discover that everyone needs someone, sometimes. Even her. The thing about trusting others, though, is that not everyone is trustworthy . . . It starts when a fellow inmate gives Maggsie reading lessons. Then she's offered a job in London as a kitchen assistant, together with supported accommodation and a colleague who seems determined to befriend Maggsie, no matter what.At first, Maggsie is convinced nothing will change. Especially her. But maybe this time can be different? Maybe Maggsie can be different – if she can just put her previous mistakes behind her and her trust in the right people. Maggsie McNaughton's Second Chance, by Frances Maynard, is an uplifting, heartwarming novel about the power of friendship and the written word, perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Home, Three Things about Elsie and Elizabeth is Missing.Trade ReviewSmart and funny -- Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost Things and Queenie Malone's Paradise HotelGuaranteed to melt the hardest of hearts * Red Magazine *A joy from start to finish: quirky, real and moving, with unforgettable characters you’ll root for from the very beginning -- Katy Regan, author of Little Big LoveFinished Maggsie McNaughton's Second Chance and I feel bereft. A wonderful, uplifting read -- Jenny Quintana, author of The Missing GirlBig-hearted and charming -- James Hannah, author of The A to Z of You and Me, on The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira CarrWonderful -- Rosie Walsh, author of The Man Who Didn't Call, on The Seven Imperfect Rules of Elvira Carr

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Book Synopsis'A funny, warm, wry writer' - David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet Sorrow'A gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in life' - Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The AppealNed is in IKEA with his wife when she breaks the news that it’s over.For Gemma, it happens on the way to get fish and chips, when she opens the glove compartment of her husband’s car to find a pair of women’s sunglasses that aren’t hers.For both, it’s a bolt from the blue that rocks their faith in the world, relationships, and themselves. But you can’t sit around feeling sorry for yourself, especially when there are children involved, so both – for very different reasons – join a support group for single parents.It’s fair to say they don’t exactly hit it off.However, as Ned and Gemma know from bitter experience, life is full of surprises, and as they navigate their respective brave new worlds, it’s possible they have more in common than either might have suspected, including – but not limited to – excess emotional baggage, low self-esteem, and the ability to take something promising and well and truly screw it up . . .A warm and witty look at the world of dating second time around, The Pre-Loved Club by Sue Teddern is for anyone who has ever dreamt of finding true love, only to realize life doesn’t necessarily work that way.Trade ReviewA funny, warm, wry writer -- David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowThis fabulous summer read is a gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in life. Starts with a bang and leaves you with a smile on your face -- Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal and The Twyford CodeThe Pre-Loved Club is a riotous joy! I defy anyone not to fall for Ned and Gemma as they navigate the murky waters of second-chance dating and the search for love. Full of heart, achingly funny and wryly observed, it's an uplifting tale for our times, told with Sue Teddern's perfect wit and style. I loved it! -- Miranda Dickinson, author of The Start of SomethingFresh, sharply observed and laugh out loud funny - a bittersweet, grown-up romcom that tells it like it is -- Frances Quinn, author of The Smallest ManThe Pre-Loved Club is a superb summer read – utterly relatable, huge fun and just like real life, but with more jokes. Just like her debut, Sue Teddern’s lovely new book is wry, readable and irresistible -- Eva Carter, author of Owner of a Lonely Heart[A] funny, moving story of second chances, love and the mistakes we all make. Sue Teddern is just so good at getting under the skin of her characters and all the nuances of modern life. Peppered with laugh out loud lines -- Araminta Hall, author of Perfect StrangersWith sharp wit and keen observation, Sue Teddern holds a mirror up to the brutal twists and turns of family breakups. This tender, bittersweet story has you on the edge of your seat, gunning for a happy ending -- Sarah SteeleSuch storytelling! It grabs you at the first sentence, holds you to the last, and leaves you wanting more. Her shrewdly-observed, lovingly-explored characters are a joy - funny, poignant and utterly believable -- Felicity Hayes-McCoySuch well-drawn characters, they're like mates. This book is a delight -- Josie Lloyd, author of The Cancer Ladies' Running ClubSharp social observations and witty writing -- Linda Green, bestselling author of While My Eyes Were Closed and One Moment

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Book Synopsis'A gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in humanity' - Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The AppealNed is in IKEA with his wife, Tanya, when she breaks the news that their marriage is over.For Gemma, it's when she opens the glove compartment of her husband’s car to find a pair of women’s sunglasses that aren’t hers.When Ned and Gemma meet at a support group for single parents, they don't exactly hit it off. Ned thinks Gemma is rude and unsympathetic; Gemma thinks Ned is entitled and self-pitying.But as they've both learned from bitter experience, life is full of surprises. And maybe they have more in common than they think . . .Sue Teddern's The Pre-Loved Club is a hilarious and warm look at finding love the second time around, and how a bad first impression might lead to the best second chance . . .'A funny, warm, wry writer' - David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowTrade ReviewA funny, warm, wry writer -- David Nicholls, bestselling author of One Day and Sweet SorrowThis fabulous summer read is a gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone. A funny, charming, warm-hearted story to restore your faith in life. Starts with a bang and leaves you with a smile on your face -- Janice Hallett, bestselling author of The Appeal and The Twyford CodeThe Pre-Loved Club is a riotous joy! I defy anyone not to fall for Ned and Gemma as they navigate the murky waters of second-chance dating and the search for love. Full of heart, achingly funny and wryly observed, it's an uplifting tale for our times, told with Sue Teddern's perfect wit and style. I loved it! -- Miranda DickinsonFresh, sharply observed and laugh out loud funny - a bittersweet, grown-up romcom that tells it like it is -- Frances Quinn, author of The Smallest ManThe Pre-Loved Club is a superb summer read – utterly relatable, huge fun and just like real life, but with more jokes. Just like her debut, Sue Teddern’s lovely new book is wry, readable and irresistible -- Eva Carter, author of Owner of a Lonely Heart[A] funny, moving story of second chances, love and the mistakes we all make. Sue Teddern is just so good at getting under the skin of her characters and all the nuances of modern life. Peppered with laugh out loud lines -- Araminta HallWith sharp wit and keen observation, Sue Teddern holds a mirror up to the brutal twists and turns of family breakups. This tender, bittersweet story has you on the edge of your seat, gunning for a happy ending -- Sarah SteeleSuch storytelling! It grabs you at the first sentence, holds you to the last, and leaves you wanting more. Her shrewdly-observed, lovingly-explored characters are a joy - funny, poignant and utterly believable -- Felicity Hayes-McCoy

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Book SynopsisFilled with wit, warmth and sunshine, In the Summertime by Maeve Haran has all the things we love about a seaside England in the sun making us realize you don’t have to go abroad to find romance and adventure.With her marriage falling apart and her longed-for holiday cancelled, Georgina Greenhills gets an unexpected offer: a holiday in the small seaside town nestling in the beautiful South Downs where she grew up. There is only one catch: she must try and solve the mystery of the valuable antiques disappearing from the remote manor house belonging to an old lady called Maudie.Gina gathers her childhood friends, scatty Ruth and feisty Eve, to help her. In the middle of a blazing summer they swim, sunbathe and share cocktails as they watch the sun sparkling on the sea, and Gina realizes how much she missed them and how happy she is to be back here in the summertime. Not least because of bumping into Daniel Napier, her shy and awkward teenage dancing partner, now an alarmingly attractive man. Although there is the small problem of his annoying girlfriend.As Gina tries to solve the mystery at the manor and wonders how to get rid of the girlfriend, an even bigger secret emerges that will take all their skill and experience to resolve.Trade ReviewMake sure of a happier holiday by packing a Maeve Haran novel in your suitcase. -- Jilly CooperAn engaging romance mixing heartwarming friendship with gentle humour in a gorgeous setting -- Daily Mail on The Greek HolidayWarm, witty and wise, this is the perfect read for anyone missing their holiday this year. Wonderful. -- Daily Express on The Greek HolidaySimultaneously hilarious and heartwarming -- Woman & Home on The Greek HolidayA slice of pure escapism -- Sunday Express Magazine

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Book SynopsisIn Life, the Universe and Everything, the third title in Douglas Adams' blockbusting sci-fi comedy series, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, Arthur Dent finds himself enlisted to prevent a galactic war.Following a number of stunning catastrophes, which have involved him being alternately blown up and insulted in ever stranger regions of the Galaxy, Arthur Dent is surprised to find himself living in a cave on prehistoric Earth. However, just as he thinks that things cannot get possibly worse, they suddenly do. An eddy in the space-time continuum lands him, Ford Prefect, and their flying sofa in the middle of the cricket ground at Lord's, just two days before the world is due to be destroyed by the Vogons. Escaping the end of the world for a second time, Arthur, Ford, and their old friend Slartibartfast embark (reluctantly) on a mission to save the whole galaxy from fanatical robots. Not bad for a man in his dressing gown . . .Follow Arthur Dent's galactic (mis)adventures in the rest of the trilogy with five parts: So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish, and Mostly Harmless.Trade ReviewOne of the greatest achievements in comedy. A work of staggering genius -- David WalliamsDazzlingly inventive -- Caitlin MoranFizzing with ideas . . . Brilliant -- Charlie BrookerI haven’t known many geniuses in my life. Some brilliantly smart people, but only a tiny handful would I class as geniuses. I would class Douglas, because he saw things differently, and he was capable of communicating the way he saw things, and once he explained things the way he saw them, it was almost impossible to see them the way you used to see them -- Neil GaimanIt changed my whole life. It's literally out of this world -- Tom BakerReally entertaining and fun -- Michael PalinHitchhiker’s is packed with that unique energy, all barmy and bristling and bold. This book can be witty, iconoclastic, godless, savage, sweet, surreal, but above all, it dares to be silly. Fiercely, beautifully silly -- Russell T. Davies, writer and producer of Doctor WhoHe had almost a Wodehousian style and some of his phrases and jokes entered our language. He changed the way people spoke -- Stephen FryThere has never been another writer remotely like Douglas Adams. He discovered a completely new genre – scientific wit – and having discovered it he raised it to dizzying heights -- Tony RobinsonQuite good I suppose, if you like brilliantly entertaining books written with a touch of imaginative genius -- Griff Rhys JonesVery occasionally a book comes along that changes the way you laugh and what you laugh about -- Richard DawkinsOne of the world’s sanest, smartest, kindest, funniest voices * Independent on Sunday *Sheer delight * The Times *Magical . . . read this book * Sunday Express *

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Book Synopsis'Fiercely independent, all of Evans’s characters struggle for a place in a world intent of fencing them out.' - New York Times Book ReviewThe extraordinary début short story collection from Danielle Evans, one of the United States' foremost literary talents, is published in the UK for the first time.A college student's unplanned pregnancy forces her to confront her feelings of resentment toward her more privileged classmates. A father’s misguided attempt to rescue a gift for his adult daughter magnifies all he doesn’t know about her. And two teenage girls’ flirt with adulthood leads to disastrous consequences.Based in a world where inequality is reality, but where the shifting terrain of adolescence and family are the most complicating forces, Evans’ characters are wry, wise and utterly original. Striking in their emotional immediacy, the electrifying, prize-winning stories in Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self offer a fresh perspective on race and class in contemporary America.'Danielle Evans is funny as hell' - Victor LaValle, author of Big Machine'Knife-sharp wit and tender but unflinching eye' - V.V. Ganeshananthan, author of Love MarriageTrade ReviewDanielle Evans's whipsmart first story collection charts the liminal years between childhood and the condition dubiously known as being a grown-up. * New York Times Book Review *There are books that capture our world perfectly, like a scrim over a stage. And then there are books that surprise the audience and go somewhere new, somewhere completely unpredictable. In this collection, Evans paints a picture, sometimes ripping through the fabric. One wonders where she will go next. * Boston Globe *Danielle Evans' blisteringly smart short stories offer fresh perspective on being young and black in America. From a vandalizing valedictorian to a rejected biracial child, her characters triumph by surviving without forgetting. * Time *The most vivid characters in Danielle Evans's story collection are in-betweeners: between girlhood and womanhood; between the black middle class and Ivy League privilege; between iffy boyfriends and those even less reliable; between an extended family and living on your own. To say they're caught between worlds isn't quite accurate, though; they tend to be hard-headed, sadder but wiser and, most of all, funny. * The New York Times *I hope Danielle Evans is a very nice person because that might be her only defense against other writers’ seething envy . . . Again and again, without any histrionics, but with a clear appreciation for the natural drama of our mundane lives, Evans frames such questions in a way that will resonate with any thoughtful reader. * Washington Post *This striking debut collection Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self offers rich slices of African-American life . . . [Evans's] stories are bolstered by memorable images . . . Evans's book, meanwhile, carries a strong scent of freshness and promise. * Entertainment Weekly *Danielle Evans's considerable talents are in evidence on every page of this impressive debut. She finds her often surprising dramatic material in the unexpected asides of modern life, with results that are intense, intelligent, humane, and funny. I look forward to reading more. -- Daniel Alarcon, author of Lost City RadioEvans's knife-sharp wit and tender but unflinching eye create a range of characters who are entirely sympathetic, even as they tumble headlong into their own mistakes. -- V.V. Ganeshananthan, author of Love MarriageDanielle Evans is funny as hell. Which only makes all the heartbreak in these stories more surprising and satisfying. The young women in this collection are always on the edge of real trouble but don't be fooled, they're the dangerous ones. Written with wonderful clarity and a novelist's sense of scope, Before You Suffocate Your Own Fool Self is a fabulous literary debut. -- Victor LaValle, author of Big MachineDanielle Evans's stories are fresh, arresting, real. The young women and men in them could be sitting across from you on the subway or strolling past you on a college campus. And the young woman who brings them to us is a writer to watch. -- Martha Southgate, author of The Fall of RomeQuietly magnetic, Evans's voice draws us into richly-charged worlds where innocence isn't lost but escaped, and where pieces of the past reassemble in the present with the inevitable geometry of kaleidoscope glass. -- Sana Krasikov, author of One More Year

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Book SynopsisLonglisted for BookTok Author of the Year!'Fresh, funny, genuinely heartwarming' – Catherine Walsh, author of Just for DecemberYour next one might be closer than you think . . . Tara loved Colin at first sight. Colin loved Tara at first fight. That’s when they knew they were meant for each other.But after six years, their marriage has started to crumble. Unable to recapture the spark they once had, it seems it’s all over.That is, until they meet their perfect match on a controversial new dating app – Fling . . .'Clever, original, witty' – Sinéad Moriarty, author of Me and My Sisters'Hilarious and original' – Laura Price, author of Single Bald Female'A literary soul brother to the likes of Marian Keyes and Beth O'Leary' – Irish IndependentFive-Star Reader Reviews:'This had me crying with laughter''Devoured this book in a few days''Loved this book! It was exactly what I expected and was craving'Trade ReviewClever, original, witty and great insight into marriage and the problems that come when communication breaks down -- Sinéad Moriarty, author of Yours, Mine, OursUtterly original, emotionally astute and cripplingly funny, Fling is a fantastic read that genuinely warmed my heart -- Laura Jane Williams, author of Lovestruck and Just for DecemberHilarious and original - one of the best books I've read this year -- Laura Price, author of Single Bald FemaleFresh, funny, genuinely heartwarming -- Catherine Walsh, author of The MatchmakerFabulous! A beautiful rom-com of the Nora Ephron variety -- Edel Coffey, author of Breaking PointA literary soul brother to the likes of Marian Keyes and Beth O'Leary -- Irish Independent

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Book SynopsisMore Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up: the laugh-out-loud sequel to the hilarious, WTF AM I DOING NOW?! runaway bestseller!'The new Bridget Jones for our times' – Celia Walden, Telegraph'The story of Nell Stevens’ struggle through her imperfect, messy life doesn’t just make brilliant fiction, it’s turning into a cultural revolution!' – Matt Cain There is no magical land you finally arrive at where everything is figured out, fixed and sorted. Life, like us, is a sum of moving parts, and if we’re lucky, we get to keep f**king up, figuring it out and laughing in the face of it all.Nell’s back. Her life still isn’t going to plan. And she’s still asking the big questions and getting none of the answers. Like, for example:1. Why is falling in love so easy, but staying in love so hard?2. What do you do when your friendships are put to the ultimate test?3. Can we ever really live in the moment and leave the past behind?4. When everything goes tits up, do you fall apart or jump on a plane to LA with Cricket (an eighty-something widow and your BFF)?5. And when all else fails, will celebrity-scented candles, smashed avocados and Instagram filters save us?*In this hilarious, un-put-downable follow-up to the bestselling Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up, now the basis for the major TV series called Not Dead Yet, there are laugh-out-loud lessons to be learned, truths to be told, adventures to go on and joys to discover.But first, Nell has some more confessions . . .*#onlyjoking #sortof #LOLPraise for Alexandra Potter:'Say hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're 20, 40 or 80' – Heat'Brilliant! Laughing out loud' – Emma Gannon'Funny but layered, light-hearted but surprisingly deep, this is a perfect and inspiring new year read' – RedTrade ReviewThe new Bridget Jones for our Covid-ridden times -- Celia Walden * Telegraph *The story of Nell Stevens’ struggle through her imperfect, messy life doesn’t just make brilliant fiction, it’s turning into a cultural revolution! -- Matt Cain, author of The Madonna of BoltonFilled with wit, wisdom and hilarity, the further adventures of Nell and Cricket are sheer summer-reading joy -- Kate Eberlen, author of Miss YouA dream of a book - warm, insightful and absolutely hilarious . . . I laughed, I cried, I texted all my forty-something friends -- Lindsey Kelk, bestselling author of Love Me Do A novel which takes the reader on such a satisfying ride. Perfectly paced, insightful, funny and moving – I love these characters and I love this book! Alexandra Potter is a master storyteller – I would read her shopping lists! -- Freya North, author of Little WingMore Confessions is a treat: honest, funny, warm and even better than the first instalment -- Lucy Dillon, author of Lost Dogs and Lonely HeartsAs a fan of the first book, I couldn’t wait for this fabulous follow up. I devoured every page over one blissful, laugh-out-loud weekend -- Catherine Isaac, author of The World at My FeetBrilliant! Laughing out loud -- Emma Gannon, bestselling author of Olive on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpA funny, feisty tale about the highs and the oh-so-lows of having to start over in your forties with a smart, sassy character at its heart who you’ll be cheering on from start to finish -- Mike Gayle, bestselling author of All the Lonely People on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpI loved this book so much. It’s very funny and painfully true. Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up is perfect comfort reading for anyone who thinks life isn’t working out as they want it to, whether they’re forty, fourteen or eighty-four -- Chrissie Manby, author of Once in a LifetimeIt made me laugh, cry, cheer - I loved it! -- Hermione Norris, star of Cold Feet, on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpA warm, very funny read -- Bella on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpFeistily funny . . . and so relatable -- Fabulous magazine, The Sun on Sunday on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k UpSay hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're twenty, forty or eighty -- Heat on Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up

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Book SynopsisFrom the double Booker Prize-winning author of Disgrace, an astonishing novel of new beginnings and the troubles of youth.'Brilliant... Tenaciously absorbing' Daily TelegraphDavid is the small boy who is always asking questions. Simón and Inés take care of him in their new town, Estrella. He is learning the language, he has begun to make friends and he has the big dog Bolívar to watch over him.But he'll be seven soon and he should be at school. And so, David is enrolled in the Academy of Dance. It's here, in his new golden dancing slippers, that he learns how to call down the numbers from the sky. Yet it's here too that he will make troubling discoveries about what adults are capable of.The Schooldays of Jesus is a mesmerising tale about growing up, and about the choices we are forced to make in our lives.'Compelling, often very funny, full of sudden depths' ObserverLonglisted for the Booker Prize 2016Trade ReviewCompelling, often very funny, full of sudden depths * Observer *Brilliant...tenaciously absorbing * Daily Telegraph *It is written with the coolness and limpidity that makes Coetzee a master... There were moments where I found it almost too affecting to read -- David Sexton * Evening Standard *It’s compulsively enigmatic but surprisingly funny too. * Metro *Coetzee doesn't want to be understood, or explained. He wants, merely, to be read. The Schooldays of Jesus is, indeed, very readable * The Times *

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