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Headline Publishing Group Love & Other Disasters: 'The perfect recipe for romance' - you won't want to miss this delicious rom-com!
The first openly nonbinary contestant on America's favourite cooking show falls for their clumsy competitor in this delicious romantic comedy debut!'Sweet and sexy and wholly delicious. I'm head over heels for these two delightful disasters . . . Anita Kelly writes with tremendous warmth and care, and these pages shine with joy' Rachel Lynn SolomonReaders are giving Love & Other Disasters ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐!'This book had so many great elements that it's no surprise I fell absolutely head over heels for it . . . the unabashed queerness in this book made my heart so happy . . . there was so much joy in this book that had me smiling from ear to ear''Funny, uplifting, true to life, relatable, and cheerful. If you need cheering up this is the perfect book for you''Such a fun read!'Perfect for fans of Red, White and Royal Blue and A Sweet Mess..............................................................................................Every recipe needs a little chemistry . . .Recently divorced Dahlia Woodson is ready to reinvent herself and she's found the perfect opportunity: the hit cooking competition show Chef's Special. Falling flat on her face on the first day is admittedly not the best start, but Dahlia isn't going to let it mess up her focus. London Parker is also there to win. As the first non-binary contestant on Chef's Special, they have a lot to prove, and they have enough on their mind without being distracted by the pretty contestant who crashed into them on Day One and hasn't really stopped talking since. After filming a few episodes, Dahlia and London grow closer and things get a little steamy as they spend more time together outside of the show. Suddenly winning isn't as important as either of them thought, but when their relationship starts to feel the heat both in and out of the kitchen, Dahlia and London realise that love doesn't always follow a recipe..............................................................................................Raves for Love & Other Disasters!'Wildly charming, exquisitely vibrant, and achingly tender . . . I can't wait to buy it for everyone I've ever met' Rosie Danan'With only one book, Anita Kelly has landed among my all-time favorite authors' Meryl Wilsner'Anita Kelly has the perfect recipe for romance . . . I didn't want it to end and I'm so hungry for more' Ruby Barrett'A nonbinary protagonist in a mainstream romance is cause for excitement and the characters spark with chemistry. The heartwarming result will leave readers eager for more from Kelly' Publishers Weekly
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Night Shade Books Tails of Wonder and Imagination
What is it about the cat that captivates the creative imagination? No other creature has inspired so many authors to take pen to page. From legendary editor Ellen Datlow comes Tails of Wonder and Imagination, showcasing tales of science fiction, fantasy, mystery, and horror by some of today's most popular authors. With stories by Stephen King, Carol Emshwiller, Tanith Lee, Peter S. Beagle, Elizabeth Hand, Dennis Danvers, Theodora Goss, Susanna Clarke, Neil Gaiman, Kelly Link, George R. R. Martin, Lucius Shepard, Joyce Carol Oates, Graham Joyce, Catherynne M. Valente, Michael Marshall Smith, and many others.Tails of Wonder and Imagination features more than forty stories in which cats are heroes and stories in which they’re villains; tales of domestic cats, tigers, lions, mythical part-cat beings, people transformed into cats, cats transformed into people. And yes, even a few cute cats.
£13.49
Quarto Publishing PLC House of Hoppen: A Retrospective
In House of Hoppen, Kelly Hoppen MBE takes a look back over her stellar career. Packed with previously unseen imagery from Kelly’s personal and professional archives, the book charts the course of her career and celebrates some of the many highlights. Fascinating insights into some of Kelly’s favourite projects, including her most recent endeavours and a peek into some of her own homes, give an overview of the ways in which her design approach has remained both consistent and ever-evolving over the decades. Key themes and design signatures that underpin her work are examined in detail and Kelly also showcases her ‘classic’ touches – such as her favourite staircases, cushion styles and colour: taupe. House of Hoppen features a rich mix of imagery including stunning interior photography by acclaimed photographers such as Tom Stewart, Bill Batten, Vincent Knapp, Mel Yates and Simon Upton.
£45.00
Georgetown University Press Medical Care at the End of Life: A Catholic Perspective
For over thirty years, David F. Kelly has worked with medical practitioners, students, families, and the sick and dying to confront the difficult and often painful issues that concern medical treatment at the end of life. In this short and practical book, Kelly shares his vast experience, providing a rich resource for thinking about life's most painful decisions. Kelly outlines eight major issues regarding end-of-life care as seen through the lens of the Catholic medical ethics tradition. He looks at the distinction between ordinary and extraordinary means; the difference between killing and allowing to die; criteria of patient competence; what to do in the case of incompetent patients; the meaning and use of advance directives; the morality of hydration and nutrition; physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia; and, medical futility. Kelly's analysis is sprinkled with significant legal decisions and, throughout, elaborations on how the Catholic medical ethics tradition - as well as teachings of bishops and popes - understands each issue. He provides a helpful glossary to supplement his introduction to the terminology used by philosophical health care ethics. Included in Kelly's discussion is his lucid description of why the Catholic tradition supports the discontinuation of medical care in the Terry Schiavo case. He also explores John Paul II's controversial papal allocution concerning hydration and nutrition for unconscious patients, arguing that the Catholic tradition does not require feeding the permanently unconscious. "Medical Care at the End of Life" addresses the major issues that inform this last stage of caregiving. It offers a critical guide to understanding the medical ethics and relevant legal cases needed for clear thinking when individuals are faced with those crucial decisions.
£26.50
Cornerstone Playing Big: For Women Who Want to Speak Up, Stand Out and Lead
'At last. At last this very important book has been written . . . It will empower legions of women to step into their greatness.' Elizabeth Gilbert, author of EAT, PRAY, LOVEWhat could you achieve if you were confident enough to take risks? How much more fulfilled would you be if you ignored other people's perceptions and forged your own path?All too often talented women feel unable to share their opinions, challenge the norm or take the lead. But now it's time to play big. As the founder of a global leadership programme for women, Tara Mohr has spent her career teaching exceptional women to find their voice and their confidence. In Playing Big she shares her proven techniques for mastering self-doubt, dealing with criticism and communicating with authority. She also demonstrates how to become self-assured enough to stop planning and take a leap forward so that you can achieve the things you want most.'The perfect catalyst for any woman who wants to go outside her comfort zone, find her voice and embrace the biggest possibilities of her life.' Kelly McGonigal, PhD, author of The Willpower Instinct
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Transworld Publishers Ltd Into the Water: The Sunday Times Bestseller
‘Wondering if Into the Water could be as good as The Girl on the Train? It's better. A triumph.’ Clare Mackintosh, bestselling author of I Let You GoThe addictive No. 1 psychological thriller from the author of The Girl on the Train, the runaway Sunday Times No. 1 bestseller and global phenomenon.*****Just days before her sister plunged to her death, Jules ignored her call.Now Nel is dead. They say she jumped. And Jules must return to her sister's house to care for her daughter, and to face the mystery of Nel's death.But Jules is afraid. Of her long-buried memories, of the old Mill House, of this small town that is drowning in secrecy . . . And of knowing that Nel would never have jumped.*****‘Paula Hawkins does it again! Into the Water is a moody and chilling thriller that will have you madly turning the pages. A gripping, compulsive read!’ Shari Lapena, bestselling author of The Couple Next Door‘Fans of Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train rejoice: her second novel Into the Water is even better. A brilliantly plotted and fast-paced juggernaut of a read that hurtles to a heart-stopping conclusion.’ Good Housekeeping (Book of the Month)‘A twisting whodunnit that leaves you both gratified and surprised (also the best kind) . . . Not just a brilliant thriller but also a furious feminist howl . . .’ Stylist‘Dark, gothic and twisty as a snake in the grass. I read it in one sitting.’ Erin Kelly, author of He Said, She Said‘Into the Water is superb. Sinister layers, complex characters and a plot that'll keep you guessing.’ Ali Land, author of Good Me, Bad Me
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Little, Brown Book Group Love Profound
The second book in bestselling author Kelly Elliott's Cowboys and Angels series.I write about love, but I've never experienced it. Sure, I've been with guys that I cared about. Even thought I found 'the one'. He turned out to be the frog and not the prince.A few Frank Sinatra songs and a wildly handsome cowboy who calls me Darlin', will have me second guessing everything I ever thought I knew about love. Does happily ever after really exist . . . or is it only something I write about in books?Cowboys & Angels series:1. Lost Love2. Love Profound3. Tempting Love4. Love Again5. Blind Love6. This Love7. Reckless Love
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Orion Publishing Co Between Sisters: A warm, wise story about family and friendship from the #1 Sunday Times bestseller
The sparkling new novel from Number One bestselling author Cathy Kelly told with her unique blend of Irish warmth and humour. Sisters Cassie and Coco have been there for each other ever since their mother disappeared when they were children. Responsible Cassie spends every moment trying to be perfect wife and mum, but can't help feeling she's getting it all wrong.Commitment-phobic Coco adores running her vintage dress shop - but since a disastrous break-up, her love life's become an antique. Their lives are full to the brim - so why do they both feel that something is missing? As the sisters try to find their way to lasting happiness, fate has a few surprises in store as the past makes a sudden appearance in the present . . .
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Canelo Lying Ways
When the danger is already inside, nowhere is safe…Highton prison sits nestled within the moors of western Cumbria, close to the coastal road. When two former inmates turn up dead, DI Kelly Porter is tasked with finding out why. It soon becomes obvious that she is hunting for one killer and the place where both victims were incarcerated holds the key. As Kelly delves into life at Highton she finds more questions than answers. A web of corruption and deceit emerges within the prison walls.As Kelly gets closer to unpicking the relationships between the officers and their wards, a full scale prison riot explodes – with police caught in the middle. Kelly now faces a hostage situation with a well-loved member of her team caught in the middle.An unforgettable addition to the DI Kelly Porter series from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch. A must-read for fans of Carol Wyer, L. J. Ross and Angela Marsons.Readers are loving Lying Ways 'Once again Rachel Lynch has written a book where you keep turning the pages to find out what happens next. I enjoyed reading this book and would recommend it as a must read.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'This book has it all, murder, violence, prison life and military involvement. I read it in one sitting.' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I have enjoyed all the Kelly Porter novels to date and this one did not disappoint. Fast paced storyline and great team dynamics make for a great read. ' NetGalley Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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McGraw-Hill Education Corporate Finance ISE
Corporate Finance, by Ross, Westerfield, Jaffe, and Jordan, was written for the corporate finance course at the MBA level and the intermediate course in many undergraduate programs. The text emphasizes the modern fundamentals of the theory of finance while providing contemporary examples to make the theory come to life. The authors aim to present corporate finance as the working of a small number of integrated and powerful intuitions rather than a collection of unrelated topics. They develop the central concepts of modern finance: arbitrage, net present value, efficient markets, agency theory, options, and the trade-off between risk and return, and use them to explain corporate finance with a balance of theory and application. The 13th edition also welcomes a special contributor, Professor Kelly Shue of Yale University.
£61.99
Canelo Shared Remains
DI Kelly Porter knows his death was no accident.The body of a man is found at the bottom of a quarry. His appearance, and physical evidence, rule out the chance he travelled there unaided: he was put there.DI Kelly Porter is tasked to investigate and soon digs up a bitter history between the two brothers who own the Cumbrian farmland that the quarry sits on. Arthur and Samuel inherited half each and have been locked in a feud that's dragged on for decades. Their reluctance to cooperate makes getting answers even harder.Privately, Kelly has other concerns about the family. Her elderly friend recently moved to a care home on the old farm that is managed by Arthur's inscrutable wife. Kelly senses there is more than meets the eye with this case, but will searching for the truth put others at risk?The thrilling next instalment in the DI Kelly Porter series. A must-read from million copy bestseller Rachel Lynch, for fans of Patricia Gibney, Angela Mar
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Fox Chapel Publishing Perfectly Pieced Quilt Backs: The Scrap-Smart Guide to Finishing Quilts with Two-Sided Appeal
If you’ve always wanted to make the back of a quilt as beautiful and interesting as the front, this is the ultimate guide for you. With a total of 30 pieced quilt backing designs, be inspired and take your quilts to the next level in a unique way. Featuring helpful sections on quilt back basics, as well as guidance on basting and how to finish a quilt, there are also 18 downloadable quilt front patterns that coordinate with all 30 back designs. Colourful, fun, and perfect for quilters of all skill levels, this must-have quilt book is an excellent source of inspiration to try something new. Author Kelly Young is a quilter, pattern designer, and quilt teacher who is just as known for the backs of her quilts as she is for the front. Nearly every quilt in her collection is finished with a pieced backing, lending an unexpected design element to the flip side, making her the perfect mentor in the industry to learn from.
£17.09
Boom! Studios Just Beyond: The Scare School
Middle grade supernatural horror series takes young readers Just Beyond the reality they know…Just Beyond their normal lives…Just Beyond the real world to an always surprising place of fantasy and fright. Surviving middle school is hard enough but when Jess, Josh, and Marco encounter a strange and deadly creature wandering the halls of The Scare School, it leads them to a sinister secret in the boiler room... As they leave their school behind, these three unsuspecting students enter a horrifying reality just beyond the one they know, one filled with supernatural terror and fright. Will they survive the harrowing journey and save the other children they find trapped there, or will they forever be trapped on the wrong side of The Scare School? R.L. Stine, the worldwide bestselling author of Goosebumps, and visionary illustrators Kelly & Nichole Matthews (Pandora’s Legacy), take you to the other side where the only constant is fear.
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Skyhorse Publishing The Science of Serial Killers: The Truth Behind Ted Bundy, Lizzie Borden, Jack the Ripper, and Other Notorious Murderers of Cinematic Legend
Discover the real-life inspirations behind history’s most infamous serial killers: John Wayne Gacy, Jeffrey Dahmer, Charles Manson, and so many more. Gothic media moguls Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl, authors of The Science of Monsters, The Science of Women in Horror, and The Science of Stephen King, and co-hosts of the Horror Rewind podcast called “the best horror film podcast out there” by Film Daddy, present a guide to the serial killers who inspired the movies and media we all know and love. Delve into the brutal truth behind horror’s secret: many monsters portrayed on the silver screen are based on true murderers. Uncover the truth behind the real monsters of horror, answering such questions as: What is the science behind serial killers’ motivations like Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy? How did detectives discover the identities of criminals like the Boston Strangler and the BTK Strangler? Has science made it possible to unmask Jack the Ripper and the Zodiac Killer? What is the science behind female versus male serial killers? Through interviews, film analysis, and bone-chilling discoveries, join Kelly and Meg as they learn about the horrors of true crime through the decades.
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Pan Macmillan The Escape: The Richard & Judy Winter Book Club Thriller
'Atmospheric and page-turning, The Escape is this winter’s The Hunting Party' – Veronica HenryFrom bestselling author Ruth Kelly, The Escape is an electrifying thriller of influencers, secrets and lies set in a grand mansion in rural France. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse.The Perfect OfferWhen struggling influencer couple Adele and Jack post a crowdfunding video online, they’re amazed when a mysterious benefactor offers to buy them a crumbling French chateau. It’s the lifeline they need to leave all their troubles behind.The Perfect DreamFor Adele, it’s a dream come true. She will post videos of the renovation as thousands of online subscribers follow their journey. But the chateau is not all it seems and the local community is far from welcoming.The Perfect NightmareThen Adele’s videos suddenly stop. Her sister Erin visits to make sure she’s OK, but the couple have vanished. Between the obsession of Adele’s fans and the claustrophobic secrecy of the nearby town, Erin must unravel the shocking truth behind the couple’s disappearance . . .'A deliciously dark look at the world of influencers set against the backdrop of a glamorous French chateau - tense and shocking' – Catherine Cooper, author of The Chalet
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Penguin Books Ltd The Secret Club That Runs the World: Inside the Fraternity of Commodity Traders
Kate Kelly, acclaimed journalist and author of Street Fighters, investigates the world of commodities tradersWhen most of us think of the drama of global finance, we think of stocks and bonds. But commodities? Crude oil and soya beans? Copper and wheat? What could be more boring?That's exactly what the elite commodity traders want us to think. They don't seek the spotlight. They don't want to be as famous as Warren Buffett. Their astonishing wealth was created in obscurity, because they dwell in private companies or deep within large banks and corporations.But if the individuals in the commodities boom have gone unnoticed, their impact has not. Prices of raw materials have exploded. Are the big traders jacking up the cost of petrol, food, and essentials bought by people around the world? How did such immense power end up in the hands of a few?In this riveting book, Kate Kelly takes us inside the inner circle that affects so many things we all depend on. Following a trail from New York to London to Dubai, from hedgefunds and banks to brokers and regulators, she reveals the fullest ever picture of the men who gamble with our future every day.
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HarperCollins Publishers Tales of the Celestial Kingdom
Return to the realm of gods and legends, magic and romance. Praise for the world of the Celestial Kingdom duology: ‘Epic, romantic, and enthralling . . . I love this book.’ Stephanie Garber, #1 bestselling author of the Caraval series ‘As gripping as it is exquisite’ Samantha Shannon, bestselling author of The Priory of the Orange Tree Sue Lynn Tan’s highly acclaimed, bestselling Celestial Kingdom duology is expanded with this new compilation of stories from before, during, and after the events in Daughter of the Moon Goddess and Heart of the Sun Warrior, all from the perspectives of beloved characters. Tales of the Celestial Kingdom collects nine spellbinding stories – two previously published, seven original, including the epilogue to the duology – set in the enchanting world of Sue Lynn Tan’s stunning debut. Filled with magic and mythology, friendship and love, these stories intertwine through the past, present, and future of the two novels, told from the perspectives of multiple characters, including Chang’e, Shuxiao, Liwei, and Wenzhi. With beautiful illustrations from Kelly Chong throughout, these wondrous tales make the perfect complement to Sue Lynn Tan’s breathtaking series. Embark upon new adventures of valour, danger, and love, in a world where the celestial and mortal realms entwine.
£15.29
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe Communicate to Influence: How to Inspire Your Audience to Action
"The gold standard for communication training programs."—USA Today Business communication sucks. At each meeting and presentation, we are inundated with information, leaving us thirsting for inspiration. Sure, we will check off an action item because we have to . . . but what if we were actually inspired to do something? What if we were so moved that we wanted to do it?Leaders must earn the license to lead. Not by expertise, authority, or title alone, but by influence. In Communicate to Influence, you will learn the secrets of the Decker Method—a framework that has been perfected over the past 36 years. Ben and Kelly Decker add fresh insights to these proven principles so that you can ignite change and inspire action. Discover: The Five White Lies of Communicating: learn which barriers prevent you from getting better The Communicator's Roadmap: use a tool to visually chart what type of communication experience you create The Behaviors of Trust: align what you say with how you say it to better connect with your audience The Decker Grid: shift your message from self-centered, all about me content to relevant, audience-centered content that drives action You are called to communicate well. Not only on the main stage, under bright lights, but every time you speak with your colleagues, your clients, and other stakeholders. It's time to learn how. Stop informing. Start inspiring.BEN DECKER & KELLY DECKER are the leading experts in the field of business communication. They consult on messaging, cultivate executive presence among the leadership of Fortune 500companies and startups alike, and regularly deliver keynotes to large audiences. Together, they run Decker Communications, a global firm that trains and coaches tens of thousands of executives a year. Ben and Kelly live in the San Francisco Bay Area, where they constantly test and refine communication techniques with their most demanding audience, their three boys.
£19.79
Hodder & Stoughton Suicide Club: A story about living
Imagine a world where the healthy choice is the only choice.'Original and subversive.' Independent'Life-affirming' Erin Kelly, author of He Said/She SaidLea Kirino is a 'Lifer,' who has the potential to live forever - if she does everything right. She has lived her life by religiously following the state directives that ensure she remains fit and healthy. She knows she wants to live forever, and she is going to green juice, yoga-cise and meditate her way to immortality. Yet, when a brush with death brings her face to face with a mysterious group who believe in everything the state has banned, memories of now-forbidden childhood pleasures resurge alongside ghosts of her past. As Lea's long-held beliefs begin to crack, she is forced to consider: What does it really mean to live?'Addictive' Sun'Fascinating' Jeff VanderMeer, author of the Southern Reach trilogy'An intriguing idea in which Heng takes a much-needed swipe at health fascism and our obsession with youth, beauty and superfoods' Mail on Sunday
£9.99
Little, Brown Book Group Entice Me
From bestselling author Kelly Elliott comes the second standalone book in her new series, the Austin Singles. Since the moment Kaelynn Dotson walked into my world, I haven't been able to think, eat, or sleep. I vowed to never open myself up to a woman again, but there's something about Kaelynn that is drawing me to her.There's just one problem.She's hiding something from me. I know I should take this as a warning and walk away, but for some reason, it's only enticing me more.-----When I moved to Austin, Texas, the last thing I expected to find was someone like Nash Barrett.He isn't like any man I've ever met. He's confident, sexy and not afraid to be himself. Trying to fight my attraction to him is becoming harder by the day. But I'm living a lie.I'm not the nice girl from a middle-class family in Utah like Nash thinks. I'm the heiress to a billion-dollar fortune, and that's not what he's looking for.If the truth comes out, I'll lose the only man I've ever fallen in love with . . . and I'm not sure I'm willing to give him up.Praise for Entice Me'A swoon-worthy and sexy love story' Frolic'An entertaining story with laughs, love, steam and some drama . . . you truly can't go wrong with a Kelly Elliott book' Book Bitches Blog'Another great read in Elliott's Austin Singles series' Fairest of All Book Reviews'This book blew everything out of the water . . . these two will have you just as swept up in their story as they are in each other' The Red Hatter Book Blog'Once again Mrs. Elliott has proven why she is my absolute favourite author! . . . you won't be able to put this one down' SV Book Obsessions
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Penguin Books Ltd Camino Royale
THE NUMBER 1 BESTSELLER - AND THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE ROSS O''CARROLL-KELLY FAN IN YOUR LIFE!''Ross is a national institution'' - Irish Times''The social satire is as sharp as it gets ... compelling and carefully crafted'' Irish Examiner ''One of the funniest writers in the country'' - RTÉ Radio One* * *''The name''s O''Carroll-Kelly. Ross O''Carroll-Kelly.''As the great James Bond said, ''History isn''t kind to men who play God.'' How right the dude ended up being.My secret double-life was finally catching up with me. Sorcha wanted a divorce. I was facing jail time for taking my orse out in a pub in Cork. And there was a very good chance that my sister-in-law''s surrogate baby was actually mine?One by one, all of the goys turned their backs on me.Then came an unexpected plot twist. From beyond the grave, Fr Fehily - the M and the Q to our Le
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Vintage Publishing Ghostly: A Collection of Ghost Stories
Audrey Niffenegger, bestselling author of The Time Traveler's Wife, invites you to creep through haunted houses and commune with the undead in this anthology of all things ghostly.Haunted houses, spectral chills, and of course, the odd cat. . . In this volume, Audrey Niffenegger has brought together her selection of the very creepiest, weirdest and wittiest ghost stories around.Scare yourself silly with old favourites by Edgar Allan Poe and M. R. James. Entertain the unnerving with tales from Neil Gaiman, Kelly Link and Audrey Niffenegger herself. And as bedtime nears, allay your fears with funny new writing from Amy Giacalone and the classic wit of Saki.When the nights draw in and the fire burns low, enjoy the eeriness, the dread and the comedy of all things ghostly.
£9.99
Baker Publishing Group Lethal Legacy – A Novel
The police say her father's death was suicide. But Kelly Warren says it was murder--and she has new evidence that she believes proves it. Detective Cole Taylor doesn't put much credence in her claim, and nothing in his case review suggests foul play. But when Kelly ends up in the emergency room with a suspicious life-threatening medical condition, the incident strikes him as more than just coincidence. Digging deeper, he discovers she's linked to a long-ago crime. Is history repeating itself? And who wants Kelly silenced? With her trademark high-intensity action and taut suspense, Irene Hannon closes out her Guardians of Justice series with a story of old grudges and budding romance that is sure to increase her substantial fan base.
£17.88
HarperCollins Publishers The Guilty Party
‘MASTERFUL’ Guardian‘IMPOSSIBLE TO PREDICT’ Erin Kelly‘UTTERLY COMPELLING’Crime Monthly‘5*’Heat’WELL-CRAFTED AND CHILLING’ Woman‘MCGRATH IS A DIAMOND-HARD TALENT’Financial Times On a night out, four friends witness a stranger in trouble. They decide to do nothing to help. Later, a body washes up on the banks of the Thames – and the group realises that ignoring the woman has left blood on their hands. But why did each of them refuse to step in? Why did none of them want to be noticed that night? Who is really responsible? And is it possible that the victim was not really a stranger at all? Praise for Mel McGrath: ‘This roller-coaster read will have you hooked’ Closer ‘This well-crafted, chilling tale of guilt and innocence has a compelling moral anchor’ Woman ‘Lots of twists and turns in this toxic thriller.’ Hello! ‘A dextrously written thriller and examination of guilt and innocence…[McGrath is] a diamond-hard talent’ Financial Times ‘McGrath excels in creating believably flawed characters, and her masterful control of suspense and pacing make for a psychological thriller that is both perceptive and disturbing’ Guardian ‘Unsettling, disturbing and vital. 5*’ Heat ‘Exploring guilt and innocence through several dark distinct perspectives, Cassie becomes a compelling moral anchor in this well-crafted and chilling tale’ Woman’s Own ‘Easily the best [of the subgenre]…psychologically acute and deeply satisfying’ Telegraph ‘Perceptive…McGrath is a thoughtful writer’ Daily Mail ‘Utterly compelling right from the start…a deeply unsettling look at modern sexual behaviour and bystander culture’ Crime Monthly ‘Chilling, fiendishly plotted and surprising, this stayed with me long after reading’ Woman & Home ‘Absorbing … McGrath asks: should it be a crime to witness a violent event, and say nothing?’ The Times ‘Brimming with trust issues and deceit, this will make you question whether we ever know who our friends really are’ Prima ‘A clever, nuanced exploration of toxic friendship and the ties that bind people together’ Red ‘Dark, thrilling, impossible to predict’ Erin Kelly, author of He Said She Said ‘A scorching, clever thriller’ Tammy Cohen, author of They All Fall Down ‘A dark and immersive journey into the heart of a toxic friendship group. I loved it.’ Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange
£8.09
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Scorpion's Tail
#1 bestselling authors Preston & Child return with the next book in a series featuring archaeologist Nora Kelly and FBI Agent Corrie Swanson. 'A collision between past and present that will leave you breathless' – LEE CHILD A MUMMY, AN ANCIENT TREASURE, A DANGEROUS MYSTERY. After a shoot-out leaves a senior agent gravely wounded, FBI rookie Corrie Swanson finds herself under investigation. Her supervisor assures her she's not to blame and the black mark on her record will be cleared in short order. But Corrie finds she cannot shake off an overwhelming feeling of guilt. As a distraction, she takes on a new case involving a fifty-year-old mummified corpse discovered in a hidden enclave at High Lonesome, a long-abandoned New Mexico ghost town. Quickly out of her depth, she realizes she needs the help of her old enemy, archaeologist Nora Kelly. The two women soon uncover a startling truth: the deceased was poisoned, and died clutching a priceless artifact. Can Corrie and Nora solve the mystery of the scorpion's tail? Or will they – like others before them – die in the attempt?
£8.99
Facet Publishing Gaming in Libraries
Whether gaming is already a crucial part of your library's core services or it's only just been introduced, this do-it-yourself new resource will give you the practical tools you need to organize, implement, and market successful gaming events for users of all ages. Author Kelly Nicole Czarnecki shows you how to host gaming events for all different types of users. You'll learn to select systems and resources best suited to your library and budget, plan programs, and develop a circulating collection. Czarnecki gives you step-by-step instruction for implementing an array of different programs, including video games, board games, magic gatherings, Guitar Hero Fests, and more. You'll also find helpful techniques and best practices for marketing your gaming program and evaluating its success, as well as examples and insight from librarians running highly successful gaming programs.
£49.95
Icon Books The Life and Lies of Charles Dickens
Think you already know the story of Charles Dickens' life? Think again.Almost everything you're familiar with was first mentioned in an authorised biography written by Dickens' close friend John Forster 150 years ago. It's the version of events that Dickens himself chose to make public, and newly accessible archives reveal that it's crammed with gaps, inconsistencies, and outright lies. There's the sister whose existence Dickens kept secret and the Jewish relations whose faith he strove to conceal. There's plagiarism, fraud, and suicide.And that's only for starters. Helena Kelly, author of the acclaimed Jane Austen, the Secret Radical, retells Dickens' story from his childhood to his deathbed, uncovers the truths he tried to keep hidden, and offers a fresh - and deeply troubling - perspective on the man who remains one of Britain's best-known novelists.You won't be able to look at him - or his work - in the same way again.
£25.00
Humanoids, Inc Barbarella
Jean-Claude Forest’s timeless Erotic Sci-Fi series recounting the spatial adventures of the the firece warrior Barbarella now collected in a brand new English-language adaptation by Kelly-Sue DeConnick.Barbarella’s spaceship breaks down, she finds herself trapped on the planet Lythion. There, she has a series of adventurous, and bawdy, encounters with a variety of strange beings, from robots to angels. Featuring a brand new, contemporary English-language adaptation by writer Kelly Sue DeConnick (Marvel’s "Captain Marvel," "Avengers Assemble," Dark Horse’s "Ghost," Image’s "Pretty Deadly")
£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Sisterhood
Two sisters. One secret. A journey to learn who they really are… ‘I really, really loved it. I think it's her best book so far, written with maturity and great compassion. The characters are very relatable, Lou was my favourite…I enjoyed this book so much.’ MARIAN KEYES ‘A beautiful, tender story of family, lies, secrets and the power of sisterhood. A perfect book to curl up by the fire and escape with. I read it in one sitting.’ SINÉAD MORIARTY 'Gripping and emotional . . . filled with nuggets of wisdom, compassion and humour, Cathy Kelly proves, yet again, that she knows everything there is to know about women' PATRICIA SCANLAN As the waves crash on to a wild Atlantic beach, Lou is at a crossroads. For the first time ever, just giving up seems like an option. In just one night, at her own 50th birthday, her world has imploded. Her mother has kept a secret hidden all her life. And it changes everything. Before Lou can take another step, she needs to get to the bottom of the shocking truth that alters who she really is. Along with her sister, Toni, who is facing her own crisis, the two women sets out on a life-changing journey – one that will take them through Ireland’s wildest coastline and to Sicily’s sun-baked rocky shores. It will also take Lou deep into her relationships with her mother, her sister and her daughter to figure out how to stop pleasing everyone else – and carve out who she really wants to be. READERS HAVE FALLEN IN LOVE WITH SISTERHOOD: 'I love Cathy Kelly's books and this is no exception. She seems to have the knack of taking an ordinary family with ordinary problems and making it so very interesting.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I have always enjoyed Cathy Kelly's books, and think this is one of her best. I was completely caught up in the story of the two sisters and their journey of self-discovery.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a poignant and engaging feel-good story, which had me hoping for bouts of insomnia for a little extra middle of the night reading.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Girl power at its best! A story of self-discovery for two sisters who both have devastating things to deal with.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Cathy’s novels never fail to completely engross you in the story – first class.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The book was AMAZING. I loved seeing the sisters support each other and I delighted in Lou getting bolder and stronger and telling people what for.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'It seems a long time since I have read a book by Cathy Kelly, one of my favourite authors. This book is so well written' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Yet another amazing family drama by Cathy Kelly, diving into the complexities of a relationship between sisters, when long buried secrets come to light. So good!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A warm, thoughtful and entertaining read focusing on the relationships between mothers and daughters and sisters.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
£15.29
Rowman & Littlefield My Dad's Funnier than Your Dad: Growing Up with Tim Conway in the Funniest House in America
Comic and television star Tim Conway (McHale’s Navy, The Carol Burnett Show, The Apple Dumpling Gang) enjoyed enormous popular appeal, including a wide readership for his best-selling memoir, What’s So Funny? In her own humorous, loving and surprising memoir, Tim’s eldest child Kelly reveals that the Conway home life was as riotous and engaging as some of her father’s best-known comedy sketches. Kelly Conway allows readers an intimate look at a supremely American childhood, from the studios of Television City in Los Angeles to the Midwestern pleasures of her mom and dad’s home towns. My Dad’s Funnier Than Your Dad is her love letter to her father and mother, as well as an account of the warm, laugh-filled world in which she spent her childhood. The book portrays a Cheaper by the Dozen-style upbringing, when she and her five younger brothers spent their lives playing together within a protective cocoon of affection and love. Her dad acted as the ringmaster of their circus. What kind of dad builds his kids a go-cart track in the backyard of his Encino residence by himself, himself, not hiring a crew of professionals to do it? How about a dad that circles the block when his kids go away for our first day in grade school, fretting and fussing that we’re okay away from home? What can you say about a famous father who lived not for his celebrity but kept himself firmly grounded in family? While not all puppy dogs and rainbows—the Conways divorced when the author was seventeen—this is nevertheless warm-hearted memoir of a man who was as funny off the set as on.
£17.99
Headline Publishing Group The Things We Cannot Say: A heart-breaking, inspiring novel of hope and a love to defy all odds in World War Two
The New York Times bestseller - for everyone moved by All the Light We Cannot See.A searing page-turner of hope, family secrets and a love to defy all odds from bestselling Kelly Rimmer, inspired by the author's family history, perfect for readers of The Tattooist of Auschwitz. 'Fans of The Nightingale and Lilac Girls will adore The Things We Cannot Say' Pam Jenoff'Simply amazing book, so moving I couldn't put it down. A book that will remain in my heart for many years to come *****' A reader'Captivating. I am in awe of this story *****' A reader'I have never ever been so deeply moved by a book...the most amazing love story of hope and survival during the Nazi occupation of Poland... i just didn't want it to end *****' A readerIt begins with the discovery of a tattered photo, a letter and a tiny leather shoe...World War Two, Poland. Alina and Tomasz are childhood sweethearts. The night before he leaves for college, Tomasz proposes marriage. But when their village falls to the Nazis, Alina doesn't know if Tomasz is alive or dead.2019. Life changed beyond recognition for Alice when her son, Eddie, was born with autism spectrum disorder. She must do everything to support him, but at what cost to her family? When her cherished grandmother is hospitalised, a hidden box of mementoes reveals a tattered photo of a young man, a tiny leather shoe and a letter. Her grandmother begs Alice to return to Poland to see what became of those she held dearest. In Poland, separated from her family, Alice begins to uncover the story her grandmother is so desperate to tell, and discovers a love that bloomed in the winter of 1942. As a painful family history comes to light, will the struggles of the past and present finally reach a heartbreaking resolution?'Alina and Tomasz's story is one of bravery, resilience, and the lengths we will go to for the ones we love' Sally HepworthMore praise for the heart-tugging novels of Kelly Rimmer'Kelly Rimmer serves up a heart-pounding dilemma for fans of Jodi Picoult' Marie Claire 'A heartbreaking story... Her characters are captivating' Daily Telegraph'Kelly Rimmer tears at the heartstrings' Herald Sun
£10.99
Canelo The Lion at Sea
A young recruit. A legendary battle. A cataclysmic war. A baptism by fire...Kelly Maguire knew from a young age that he could accomplish great things. As World War I begins, Kelly enlists in the Royal Navy, hoping to win both the war and glory.But from the barbarous battles of Gallipoli to the nightmarish action of Antwerp, Kelly learns the trials a soldier must face: trials that will forge him into a man. As the epic battle of Jutland approaches, everything is at stake.From acclaimed novelist Max Hennessy comes a gritty naval adventure, full of blood, guts and heroism in the face of danger.
£8.09
Little, Brown Book Group Reckless Love
The seventh book in bestselling author Kelly Elliott's Cowboys and Angels series.The first time I kissed Scarlet, I knew I was in trouble. The night I slept with her, my life changed forever. The day I found out I was going to be a father, I ran from her. Now that I've been given a second chance I won't be so reckless.Will my love be enough to prove to her that even in the darkest times I won't repeat the past? Cowboys & Angels series:1. Lost Love2. Love Profound3. Tempting Love4. Love Again5. Blind Love6. This Love7. Reckless Love
£10.04
Carcanet Press Ltd The House of the Interpreter
A Poetry Book Society Summer Recommendation 2023 BBC Poetry Extra's Book of the Month August 2023 This, Lisa Kelly's second collection, responds to the repression of British Sign Language (BSL) as its occasion and inspiration. Kelly develops the subject through extended sequences which attend to mushrooms and fungi, lifeforms that develop in secret, unnoticed, unappreciated, yet whose existence enriches everyday life. What can such hidden others teach us - if we attune all our senses?
£12.99
Headline Publishing Group Stone Cold: A gripping racing thriller about a horse race with deadly consequences
It was only a horse race, but it could make Kelly Connor's reputation. Unfortunately there was more riding on Pendero's back at Ascot than a young jockey's career. There was the biggest gamble in the unsavoury life of trainer Harry Short. There was the decadent livelihood of Ibn Fayoud, the rich playboy son of an Arab sheikh. And for Jack Butler, the successful bookmaker, there was the sweetest, most dangerous deal imaginable... It was only a horse race, but it led Kelly Connor into a deadly international conspiracy of blackmail, seduction and murder.
£9.99
Rebellion Publishing Ltd. Infinity's End
The multi-award winning Infinity Project undertakes its seventh and final voyage in the imagination of the finest science fiction authors alive…Infinity’s EndHumanity has made the universe home. On the outskirts of the solar system, beyond the asteroid fields, deep in space, under the surface of planets, in the ruins of fallen civilisations, in the flush of new creation: life finds a way.From intelligent velociraptors to digital ghosts; from a crèche on an asteroid to an artist using a star system as a canvas, this is a future where Earth’s children have adapted to every nook and cranny of existence.This is life on the edge of the possible.Featuring astonishing tales from Stephen Baxter, Alastair Reynolds, Naomi Kritzer, Paul McAuley, Seanan McGuire, Linda Nagata, Hannu Rajaniemi, Justina Robson, Kelly Robson, Kristine Kathryn Rusch, Lavie Tidhar, Peter Watts, Fran Wilde and Nick Wolven.
£9.99
University of Washington Press Dr. Sam, Soldier, Educator, Advocate, Friend: An Autobiography
When he was seventeen, Sam Kelly met Paul Robeson, who asked him, “What are you doing for the race?” That question became a challenge to the young Kelly and inspired him to devote his life to helping others. Sam Kelly’s story intersects with major developments in twentieth-century African American history, from the rich culture of the Harlem Renaissance and the integration of the U.S. Army to the civil rights movement and the political turmoil of the 1960s. Kelly recounts his childhood in Greenwich, Connecticut, and his visits to Harlem. He describes his rise from army private to second lieutenant between 1944 and 1945, his bitter encounters with racism while wearing his army uniform in the South, his participation in the U.S. occupation of Japan, and his role in the desegregation of the army in 1948. In his rise to colonel, Kelly was a training and operations officer who helped create the post–Korean War rapid-response deployment army that would later fight in Vietnam and Iraq. As an educator, Dr. Sam earned the respect of the Black Panthers who took his African American history courses. In 1970, he became the first vice president for the Office of Minority Affairs and the first major African American administrator at the University of Washington. For six years, he led one of the strongest programs in the nation dedicated to integrating students of color at a major university. After retiring from the University of Washington at the age of sixty-five, Dr. Sam continued his work for black Americans by beginning a new career as a teacher and administrator at an alternative high school in Portland, Oregon. This remarkable book shares the difficulties in his personal life, including the birth of his special needs son, Billy; the unsuccessful struggle of his wife, Joyce, against breast cancer; and the challenges facing an interracial family. Before he died in 2009, he was proud to witness the election of Barack Obama as the first African American president, a fulfillment of his lifelong dream that the nation would recognize the rights and dignity of all citizens. Watch the book trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=udknuKbOmnE
£84.60
Ebury Publishing Perfect Manners: Mutual Respect for Horses and Humans
Kelly Marks, who gets spectacular results in her exhibitions with the most fiery and recalcitrant of horses, says the secret is to talk to horses in their own language, establishing a relationship of trust and respect, using considerate and consistent techniques. You will find it helpful to formulate your own 'code of conduct' for your horse and while you're at it, for yourself as well, making consideration a way of life. Perfect Manners starts with the philosophy and concepts behind Kelly Marks' techniques and moves on to foundation exercises and groundwork training. There are also sections on Join Up and Body Language, Training Halters, Biting, Spooking and Shying and the 'Lovely Head Rub'. A must-read for horse owners everywhere.
£22.50
HarperCollins Publishers Two Wrongs
Dark, clever and page-turning, TWO WRONGS is the shocking new thriller from bestselling author Mel McGrath. ‘UTTERLY chilling’ PAULA HAWKINS ‘The perfect read’ B A PARIS ‘Deliciously disturbing’ ANN CLEEVES In the city of Bristol, young women are dying in mysterious circumstances. The deaths look like suicides – but are they something more sinister? Honor is terrified that her daughter might be next. But as she looks for clues as to what really happened to the girls, she stumbles upon a link to a dark secret in her own past – one that she’s kept from her daughter. Now Honor has the chance to avenge her child for the terrible events of years ago. But how far will she go to protect her daughter and right the wrongs done to her family? ‘I cared desperately about these characters and turned the pages frantically, praying for their survival. Clever, compassionate and completely compelling’ Erin Kelly, bestselling author of Watch Her Fall ‘I was completely drawn in… a timely addition to the academic noir genre, as #MeToo finally starts to catch up with universities in a long-awaited reckoning. Highly recommended’ Harriet Tyce, bestselling author of Blood Orange ‘Mel McGrath tackles hard-hitting issues in a thought-provoking way . . . a book-club novel ripe for discussion’ Adele Parks, #1 bestselling author, Platinum Book of the Month ‘An unsettling, compelling story. Mel McGrath has a unique skill for drawing flawed yet fascinating characters who captivate the reader’ Rachel Abbott, author of Close Your Eyes ‘I can’t remember the last time I was so invested in a book’ Sathnam Sanghera, The Times ‘A gripping exploration of consent and power play, this is all too timely’ Heat
£12.99
Hodder & Stoughton He Said/She Said: the must-read bestselling suspense novel of the year
** WE KNOW YOU KNOW, the brilliant new thriller by Erin Kelly, is available to buy now **SHORTLISTED FOR THE SPECSAVERS NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS 2018RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK 2018SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSIMON MAYO RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB PICKSHORTLISTED FOR CRIME AND THRILLER BOOK OF THE YEAR 2018LONGLISTED FOR THEAKSTON OLD PECULIER CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2018'Haunting. Mesmerising. Unforgettable.' Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl***********Don't be left in the dark.In the hushed aftermath of a total eclipse, Laura witnesses a brutal attack. She and her boyfriend Kit call the police, and in that moment, four lives change forever.Fifteen years on, Laura and Kit live in fear. And while Laura knows she was right to speak out, she also knows that you can never see the whole picture: something is always hidden . . . something she never could have guessed. ***********'I'm calling it: THIS is the book I wish I'd written' Clare Mackintosh, author of Let Me Lie'It's SO good . . . I was carrying it around the house I was so gripped' Sarah Perry, author of The Essex Serpent'A gripping, twisting, furiously clever read . . . I loved it' Ruth Ware, author of The Lying Game'It's magnificent. Stunningly twisty plot and weep-makingly brilliant writing' Marian Keyes, author of The Break
£9.99
Headline Publishing Group Somewhere, Someday: Sometimes the past must be confronted
One of the nation's best-loved storytellers brings us an unforgettable drama about love, loss and facing the demons from your past.Only when she has layed the ghosts to rest can she set herself free . . .Barney craves adventure, and though he will always love Kelly, he cannot stay. For one long, agonising moment, Kelly watches the man she adores walk away, left wondering if she will ever see him again.Alone with her memories, Kelly begins to look to the past and the fateful autumn of 1877, when she was just a girl, recalling all that happened to tear her family apart. Now, filled with regrets, Kelly realises she must face the past she has hidden from for so long.She must go back to where it all began, face her demons and lay to rest the ghosts that haunt her. Only then will her heart be free.
£10.99
Quercus Publishing White Dog: A Jack Irish Thriller (4)
THE THRILLING FOURTH JACK IRISH NOVEL, FROM THE FIVE-TIME NED KELLY WINNER AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE BROKEN SHORE AND TRUTH.'Peter Temple's fourth Jack Irish thriller is like slipping into deliciously dangerous quicksand . . . demands to be read in one sitting' Herald SunHer name was Sarah Longmore and she was charged with murdering her former lover.When Jack Irish is asked to look into Sarah Longmore's defence, he's more than happy to oblige. After all, whenever somebody seems as guilty as Sarah does, it's usually for a good reason. But her case will prove far from straightforward, and Jack's investigation far from swift and painless.Loved the Jack Irish thrillers and now craving more Peter Temple? Then you now need to read his first standalone novel, An Iron Rose . . .
£9.99
Penguin Books Ltd A City on Mars: Can We Settle Space, Should We Settle Space, and Have We Really Thought This Through?
ONE OF THE TIMES BEST SCIENCE BOOKS OF THE YEARTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERTHE #2 MOST GIFTED BOOK IN THE SOLAR SYSTEMFrom the bestselling authors of Soonish, a brilliant and hilarious off-world investigation into space settlementEarth is not well. The promise of starting life anew somewhere far, far away - no climate change, no war, no Twitter - beckons, and settling the stars finally seems within our grasp. Or is it? Bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith set out to write the essential guide to a glorious future of space settlements, but after years of original research, and interviews with leading space scientists, engineers and legal experts, they aren't so sure it's a good idea. Space tech and space business are progressing fast, but we lack the deep knowledge needed to have space-kids, build space-farms and create space nations in a way that doesn't spark conflict back home. In a world hurtling toward human expansion into space, A City on Mars investigates whether the dream of new worlds won't create a nightmare, both for settlers and the people they leave behind.With deep expertise, a winning sense of humour and art from the beloved creator of Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal, the Weinersmiths investigate perhaps the biggest questions humanity will ever ask itself - whether and how to become multiplanetary.
£22.50
Little, Brown Book Group The Widower: He promised, until death do us part
He promised, until death do us part.When bossy, loving, sensible Kate dies suddenly, her little sister Rose dutifully returns from a carefree life abroad to help Kate's widower and the two children Rose has never met. But she is unsettled to see no trace of her warm-hearted sister in the remote, dilapidated house, nor in Kate's cold, distant partner, Evan.After stumbling across a message that only her sister could have left for her, Rose's unease around the circumstances of Kate's death turns to open suspicion, but she knows better than to ask the grieving widower for answers.Determined to discover the truth of her sister's terrible last days, Rose has no choice but to keep looking. Eventually, she senses, the dark house will give up its secrets. But she is not prepared to admit that whoever threatened Kate's life might now be coming after her...Praise for Christobel Kent and her novels:'A highly superior slice of domestic noir' Mail on Sunday'Spooky, gripping and affecting' Louise Doughty, author of Apple Tree Yard'Echoes of Christie and du Maurier' Sunday Times 'Beautifully tense' Clare Mackintosh, author of I Let You Go'Gorgeous evocative writing' Erin Kelly, author of He Said She Said
£8.09
Vintage Publishing Happy Ever After: 2020s Most Addictive Thriller
She made one terrible mistake… and someone isn’t going to let her forget it.**Picked as a 2020 'Unmissable Debut' by the Daily Express**'Kept me gripped and kept me guessing' Erin Kelly, author of He Said/She SaidNaomi seems to have everything. A beautiful daughter, a gorgeous house, a perfect life.Behind the scenes, though, she and her husband are drifting from one another and struggling to conceive their second child.Then Naomi meets a parent at her daughter's nursery. Sean understands her, or so she thinks. Looking for a connection, for a friend, Naomi makes a terrible mistake.Weeks later, when Naomi attempts to contact Sean, he has disappeared without a trace. But it becomes clear that someone else knows her secret. Someone who wants to make sure she never forgets what she did.A twisting, addictive thriller about desire and deceit, perfect for fans of Apple Tree Yard, Blood Orange and Our House.'Excellent domestic noir, chillingly plausible… I loved the ending' Jo Spain, author of The Confession'An absorbing story, a bunch of unexpected twists, great writing. I totally lost myself in this book' John Boyne, author of The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas'Sexy, chilling and wonderfully twisty' Emily Koch, author of If I Die Before I Wake'Clever, perceptive...explores obsession, marital discord...the final twist chills' Literary ReviewREADERS LOVE HAPPY EVER AFTER: 'A brilliant, engrossing thriller’‘Amazing debut…Terrifying and electric’'A clever psychological thriller with twists that I didn’t see coming''An interesting take on the stalker genre''Read this in a day! Brilliant book’
£8.42
HarperCollins Publishers Discarded (The Missing Children Case Files, Book 4)
The Missing Children Case Files: Case 4 ‘Mind-blowingly addictive!’ Samantha Lee Howe, USA Today-bestselling author of The Stranger in Our Bed Where better to hide a body than in someone else’s grave? When a girl goes missing from the shores of Dorset in a crime eerily similar to one two decades earlier, her parents enlist investigative journalist and bestselling author Emma Hunter to find her. Where better to bury the truth than in someone else’s lie? But then police archivist Jack calls her saying they’ve found a suitcase of bones beneath the ash of the trafficking den burned down in Berkshire eight months ago. When monsters rise the children are the first to die… As Emma contends with the question of whether her worst fear has finally been realised, her agent summons her to London. She’s been sent a message from the killers. A warning. The fourth nerve-shredding chapter in The Missing Children Case Files is an unmissable crime thriller exploring what happens when the truths that make us human are discarded and empathy rots into evil – perfect for fans of J M Dalgliesh and Michael Connelly. Praise for The Missing Children Case Files: ‘Wow!… Kept me guessing throughout and I raced to the end – and what an ending! Can’t wait for the next instalment!’ Caz Finlay, bestselling author of the Bad Blood series ‘A darkly thrilling new series… I can't wait to get hold of the next one!’ R. J. Parker, bestselling author of The Dinner Party ‘I did not want to put it down. This is a solid 5 star read from me… Highly recommended to fans of crime fiction’ Rebecca Kelly, author of Monstrous Souls
£8.99
John Blake Publishing Ltd Smith (Ultimate Football Heroes - the No. 1 football series): Collect them all!
Meet Kelly Smith - Ultimate Football Hero.By the time Kelly Smith was nine years old, she was already so good she was running rings around the boys at her local club and scoring goals for fun. But angry parents complained she was making their sons look silly, and Kelly had to move to a girls' team. From that day, she knew she had to be twice as skillful and brave as any boy to succeed in the game she loved. Smith is the story of how the girl from Watford refused to be held back, and became an Arsenal superstar and the England women's national team's top scorer.Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life-stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to super-star professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share.
£7.21
National Gallery Company Ltd Monochrome: Painting in Black and White
Painting “without color” has long held a fascination for artists. In this striking and original book, the authors explore how and why artists from the 15th century to the present have chosen to paint in black, white, and shades of gray. Sometimes artists used trompe l’oeil monochromatic effects to represent other media, such as sculpture, prints, or photography; others have consciously limited their palette as a means of re-focusing the viewer’s attention, while contemporary artists such as Gerhard Richter and Bridget Riley have often found inspiration in pushing black and white to its limits, and in new directions. The authors trace the history of this art form, from the symbolism of sacred images in medieval church ritual – epitomized in Netherlandish painting from the 15th century onwards by Hans Memling and Jan van Eyck – to the modern era and the work of artists such as Josef Albers and Ellsworth Kelly. Published by National Gallery Company/Distributed by Yale University PressExhibition Schedule:National Gallery, London (10/30/17–02/18/18)Museum Kunstpalast, Düsseldorf (03/21/18–07/15/18)
£35.00