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Wall Street Journal bestselling author Tracy Brogan is back with a sweet, hilarious series about family, forgiveness, and what it means to go back home. Emily Callaghan never expected to spend another summer on Wenniway Island. Yet here she is, back in her quaint northern Michigan hometown of Trillium Bay, divorced, flat broke, and dragging along her precocious twelve-year-old. It's a simple arrangement: Emily, a house flipper, will renovate one of her grandmother's rental properties in exchange for a much-needed loan. Once a wild child, the reformed Emily also hopes to remodel her reputation and show her family she's all grown up. But coming home is never simple. Emily's dad is more distant than ever. Her younger sister is dating a much older man, and Emily's worried it's a mistake. The cottage remodel grows increasingly daunting. And then there's handsome out-of-towner Ryan Taggert… Ryan has his own family drama. A smart, ambitious land developer, he's come to Wenniway to rescue his father from the grips of a new girlfriend and protect their family business. But he's quickly distracted by gorgeous, witty Emily Callaghan. There's no denying the attraction between Emily and Ryan. But will their conflicting interests destroy any chance at love? Or will Emily finally get the chance to rebuild her life—and repair her heart?

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‘Trippy, incisive, riotously funny’ ALEXANDRA KLEEMAN ‘[An] insightfully nightmarish parable ' HALLE BUTLER 'A stunner’ NANA KWAME ADJEI-BRENYAH ‘Luminous … as if George Saunders infiltrated the Severance writers’ room’ WASHINGTON POST A work place novel. A love story. A dream you can’t wake from… Jonathan Abernathy is a loser. Unemployed and behind on his student loan repayments, the only thing Abernathy has in abundance is debt. When a secretive government loan forgiveness programme offers him a job he can literally do in his sleep, Abernathy thinks he’s found his big break. Hired as a dream auditor, he finds himself entering the dreams of white-collar workers to flag their anxieties for removal at night so they'll be more productive in the day. If Abernathy can at least appear competent, might he have a chance at a new life? As Abernathy tries to find his footing in this new gig, reality and morality begin to warp around him. Soon, the lines between life and work, right and wrong, and even sleep and consciousness, have blurred and Abernathy begins to wonder just what he might have signed away… Wildly imaginative, laced with black humour and full of close-to-the-bone truths, Jonathan Abernathy You Are Kind is the cult workplace novel that’s like nothing else you've read before. ‘Surrealist … A scathing critique of capitalism’ TIME ‘A rare and fine achievement.’ THE TELEGRAPH 'Imagine the movie Inception, but populated by the middle-management workers in David Graeber’s book Bullshit Jobs' NEW YORK TIMES 'An excitingly original writer, inventing much needed and killingly funny satires for contemporary work and dreams of success' HOLLY PESTER ‘A revelation’ HILARY LEICHTER ‘An original mind brimming over with invention’ BEN MARCUS ‘An exuberant, poignant, freewheeling debut … very funny’ JEFF VANDERMEER ‘The spiritual sibling of Severance, but creepier’ LITERARY HUB

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The fairy Rose no longer wants to fulfill the wishes of boys and girls. Soon, she discovers that what she really likes is… scaring them! After granting wishes to girls and boys for thousands of years will Rose’s wish finally come true?"What do you want, girl?"“I want to be… a rugby player!”Every time a girl or boy makes a wish which break gender stereotypes, the fairy Rose leaves angrily, without fulfilling it.But soon the fairy realizes that she too has an unconventional wish... Will the other fairies help her make it come true? And what will happen to the unfulfilled wishes of the boys and girls?También disponible en español. (Also available in Spanish.)

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Josie Pie was born to be a star. So she dropped out of high school to pursue her Broadway dreams, but after months of failed auditions, she finds herself broke, beaten-down . . . and nannying in Missoula, Montana. Lonely and directionless, Josie checks out the local bookstore, looking for the ultimate escape. And escape she does. Literally. She falls into the plots of her books, including a bodice ripper, a dystopian thriller, a YA romance, and more, all filled with swoony co-stars who just make her yearn to repair things with the boyfriend she left behind in NYC. As her reality begins to unravel, what starts as a welcome break from her lackluster life soon begins to feel like a stifling nightmare - but is it too late for Josie to get back to the real world?

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Josie Pie was born to be a star. So she dropped out of high school to pursue her Broadway dreams, but after months of failed auditions, she finds herself broke, beaten-down, and nannying in Missoula, Montana. Lonely and directionless, Josie checks out the local bookstore, looking for the ultimate escape. And escape she does. Literally. She falls into the plots of her books, including a bodice ripper, a dystopian thriller, a YA romance, and more, all filled with swoony costars who just make her yearn to repair things with the boyfriend she left behind in NYC. As her reality begins to unravel, what starts as a welcome break from her lackluster life soon begins to feel like a stifling nightmare — but is it too late for Josie to get back to the real world?

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An impossible love story at a time when everything was possible.

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'A word of advice: don't start reading this page-turner at bedtime, or you'll be staying up all night.' Psychologies, FranceWerner Zilch was adopted as an infant, and knows nothing of his biological family. But when, in 1970s New York, he meets the family of Rebecca, the woman he has fallen in love with, a mysterious link means he must uncover the truth of his past, or run the risk of losing her. Spanning 1945 Dresden, the Bavarian Alps and uncovering Operation Paperclip, this is a riveting novel of family and love that seamlessly blends fact with fiction.

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Get to know the animals of the Kindness Club and follow Rabbit as she learns how important it is to say sorry. At Rainbow Island Harbour, some new visitors have arrived, including Little Peacock. The other animals are excited to meet him but Rabbit is worried that her friends will be more interested in the newcomer than in their old friend Rabbit. Rabbit tells Little Peacock he’s not welcome to play with the other animals but when Peacock disappears, will Rabbit admit what she’s done? And will she be able to find Peacock and apologize for her mistake?This charming board book for children aged 3-5 features: - A strong underlying message encouraging children to do kind deeds and continue to be kind.- Teaches the idea that being kind is not a one-off action; it is a way of being, in order to be a member of the Kindness Club. - Whimsical illustrations sit alongside a heart-warming story centered on kindness.- The story includes parent/carer notes to promote discussion between adults and children, questions that encourage understanding of the topic, and two activities: making a Kindness Club Badge and making a Peacock Fan that will track your kind deeds. The heartwarming board book encourages children to always be kind to one another, through beautiful illustrations and a playful story with an important underlying message. In the words of Badger, who runs the Kindness Club, “When you show kindness, it makes you and your friends feel good.” Children will love the myriad of animal characters and learning and understanding the different ways we can be kind to one another. There are lots of extra learning opportunities, from questions about the story to activities showing you how to make your own Kindness Badge to notes for parents and carers to extend learning and reinforce positive behavior.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there!There’s so much more to explore and love with DK’s adventurous and heartwarming Kindness Club series. If you enjoyed Kindness Club: Rabbit Says Sorry, why not try Kindness Club: Mouse Tells the Truth!

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Ken Clarke needs no introduction. One of the genuine 'Big Beasts' of the political scene, during his forty-six years as the Member of Parliament for Rushcliffe in Nottinghamshire he has been at the very heart of government under three prime ministers. He is a political obsessive with a personal hinterland, as well known as a Tory Wet with Europhile views as for his love of cricket, Nottingham Forest Football Club and jazz. In Kind of Blue, Clarke charts his remarkable progress from working-class scholarship boy in Nottinghamshire to high political office and the upper echelons of both his party and of government. But Clarke is not a straightforward Conservative politician. His position on the left of the party often led Margaret Thatcher to question his true blue credentials and his passionate commitment to the European project has led many fellow Conservatives to regard him with suspicion – and cost him the leadership on no less than three occasions.Clarke has had a ringside seat in British politics for four decades and his trenchant observations and candid account of life both in and out of government will enthral readers of all political persuasions. Vivid, witty and forthright, and taking its title not only from his politics but from his beloved Miles Davis, Kind of Blue is political memoir at its very best.

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If animals tried to be kind . . .what would they do? Porcupine would knit a scarf for Giraffe, long enough to fit. Cat would snuggle Mouse to sleep with her lullaby purrrrrr. Stork would lift up Lizard, so she could be close to the sky, just once. And across the animal kingdom, every creature would try to be thoughtful and kind to each other. Another winner from Ann Whitford Paul and David Walker, If Animals Tried to Be Kind is perfect for showing children the power of being considerate and caring.

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Architecture is commonplace. We inhabit it and use it; it is constantly present; it serves as foreground and background and usually has a story to tell. Numerous volumes are devoted to its typology, history, construction, and design. But apart from its most illustrious makers, we know almost nothing about the people who conceived it: the architects. What Kind of Architect Are You?, the question most architects encounter when they reveal their profession, is difficult to answer. What Kind of Architect Are You? showcases a panoply of architectural practices to a reading audience that shares an interest in the profession. Topics range from the theoretical to design build, from installations that challenge our preconceptions to the set of TV shows on home remodelling, from instructing future architects in the US to expanding the reach of the profession worldwide. The collection offers a glimpse into a vast array of professional possibilities and points out meaningful alternatives to the prevailing myth of the 'starchitect'. It provides those in search of an architect with insights into how we work and helps them to formulate expectations. It challenges practitioners to think introspectively and examine how they fit into the architectural spectrum. And finally, the collection documents the cross-section of cultural and architectural practice across America. The reader may find that the 'voice' varies throughout the collection. That variation is consistent with the variety of architects included in fact, it underscores the myriad of responses to What Kind of Architect Are You?

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''This book is like a mug of hot chocolate on a cold day, a loving reminder that we are brave, capable and more than enough'' Chloe Brotheridge, author of THE ANXIETY SOLUTION''This book feels like a hug and pep talk from a friend'' Sarah Turner, bestselling author of THE UNMUMSY MUMA practical pick-me-up for life''s tough days, this book is the perfect guide to help you feel happier, healthier and calmer.We all have days where we feel like the world is getting us down. But here''s the thing - you''re not alone. From helping us see what strong really looks like, to what to do when you have no energy for self-care; Jayne Hardy shows us that even on our most difficult days, a little kindness can go a very long way.With easily digestible advice and soothing messages to help you find brightness on even the darkest days, this is the book we all need. Perfect for yourself or as a gift to a family member or friend, this book is the messa

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What if your own husband was accused of sexual misconduct?'You will be left wondering just who George is, and indeed, who you are.' Irish NewsFor readers who were gripped by Megan Abbott's The Fever and Louise O'Neill's Asking For It . SHORTLISTED FOR THE SCOTIABANK GILLER PRIZETHE BEST KIND OF PEOPLE is a page-turning Canadian bestseller about a family on the brink of collapse. It gives no easy answers, but once you stay up all night reading it, you'll want to talk about it with everyone you know.For the past ten years, science teacher George Woodbury has been hailed a suburban hero.But when his daughter Sadie turns 17, George is arrested for sexual misconduct with her own classmates, while his wife Joan looks on in shock.As George awaits trial, his son Andrew, a lawyer in New York, returns home to help, only to confront his own unhappy memories.How can the family defend the man they love while wrestling with the possibility of his guilt?Provocative and unforgettable, The Best Kind of People reveals the cracks along the seams of even the most perfect lives and the unraveling of an all-American family.'Urgent and timely, nuanced and brave. This gripping story challenges how we hear women and girls, and dissects the self-hypnosis and fear that prevent us from speaking disruptive truth.' Scotiabank Giller Prize Jury'Compelling story characters readers will recognize and come to love and writing that makes it effortless to turn page after page.' Vancouver Sun

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Have you ever moved house, over a distance of 350 miles, with four cats? If you haven't, and are thinking about it, I'll give you some advice: don't. If you really must move, try to get the cats to arrange their own transport. Focus on yourself instead. You'll have plenty to think about as it is, and the cats will only get in the way with their sarcasm and hairballs. I moved from Norfolk to Devon with four cats and it felt like such an impossible ordeal, part of me believes that I actually died somewhere along the way and am now living in some kind of afterlife: very much like real life, but a little slower moving, and with slightly clearer air. "That's just the West Country," I've been told, but I can't be 100% certain.

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'A Certain Kind of Mistake' is one in a series of three novels by G M Hutchison, in which the central character in each of them has quite by chance, come face to face with the ramifications of some hugely significant global or national issue. Out of their depth in all this, they are being forced to think ‘outside the box’. BREXIT Foresaking Anna (page 203) describes a very dangerous situation that almost came to pass in the UK. COVID Am I Being Followed? (page 226) sees the origin and purpose of this pestilence through the eyes of a respectable religious fundamentalist. ANTI-SEMITISM A Certain Kind of Mistake (pages 11, 99, 310) mistakenly portrays a victim in the role of a predator Along with some of the most famous people in the land, G M Hutchison thinks very highly of his of his father’s ‘Uncle Bob’, the artist Robert Gemmell Hutchison, who found his calling early on in life to be later referred to as the ‘Scottish Israels’, no less. Unfortunately, G M Hutchison inherited absolutely none of his great uncle’s talent, and even more unfortunately, didn’t find his own particular calling as a ‘would-be’ novelist until he was about to lift his old age pension. Now a proud great-grandfather, six times over, G M Hutchison started school in Scotland just as the first bombs were being dropped in the 2nd World War. He clearly remembers a smouldering bombsite, right next to his home, in which a German landmine, during the previous night, had blown up a whole tenement building.

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