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Sparkling sea, sun, delicious food and Aperol Spritz - escape to Italy with the perfect summer romance . . .Niamh Kelly's life hasn't turned out quite as she'd expected. She's thirty-three, still living at home and was recently dumped . . . by her boss. So when her sister invites her to tag along on a work trip to the sun-drenched Italian coast, Niamh jumps at the chance, eager to escape into a world of sparkling prosecco, delicious food, and breath-taking beaches.Upon her arrival, Niamh immediately falls in love with the beautiful Italian town they're staying in and realises she never wants to leave, deciding instead to stay and open up a quaint coffee shop nestled in charming old town streets - even if she has no idea what she's doing. But when a family tragedy and a tricky tourist season threaten her new business, Niamh isn't so sure she can stick it out.With help from her new-found Italian friends - and the possibility of romance on the horizon - can she make her new life in the sun a success?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen SwanReaders LOVE The Italian Escape:'This book is the perfect escape. Curl up and enjoy''Beautifully written . . . I just wanted the experience to go on for longer''I really enjoyed this book . . . recommended holiday reading'

Escape to Italy this summer and fall in love with the perfect holiday romance!When Lily's long-term relationship ends, she flees her life in New York to travel to her best friend's wedding on the sun-drenched Italian island of Ischia - but could there be more to the secluded island than she ever imagined?Ten days with nothing but sparkling seas, breath-taking beaches and delicious food sounds like the perfect cure for a broken heart. And Lily can hardly believe she'd never heard of Ischia before now. But Lily's blissful break is short-lived as she discovers not only has she lost her boyfriend, she's also lost her job.As Lily searches for inspiration, she connects with local Matt, who shows her the magic the beautiful Italian island has to offer, and quickly inspiration strikes: Ischia needs more tourists and Lily knows just how to help.As Ischia slowly heals Lily's heart, will she in turn inject new life into the island? And will local Matt offer the possibility of a future she'd never dreamed of?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen Swan

Escape to Italy this summer and fall in love with the perfect holiday romance! 'A gorgeous escapist holiday read' - MY WEEKLY 'A heart-warming and uplifting romance' - WOMAN'S OWN When Lily's long-term relationship ends, she flees her life in New York to travel to her best friend's wedding on the sun-drenched Italian island of Ischia - but could there be more to the secluded island than she ever imagined?Ten days with nothing but sparkling seas, breath-taking beaches and delicious food sounds like the perfect cure for a broken heart. And Lily can hardly believe she'd never heard of Ischia before now. But Lily's blissful break is short-lived as she discovers not only has she lost her boyfriend, she's also lost her job.As Lily searches for inspiration, she connects with local Matt, who shows her the magic the beautiful Italian island has to offer, and quickly inspiration strikes: Ischia needs more tourists and Lily knows just how to help.As Ischia slowly heals Lily's heart, will she in turn inject new life into the island? And will local Matt offer the possibility of a future she'd never dreamed of?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen SwanReaders LOVE One Italian Summer:'Gorgeous Italian summer beach romance 5/5''This phenomenal story will touch your heart in so many ways... an amazing escape that you are sure to cherish long after you finish reading... I absolutely loved this!''A beautifully written book . . . If you're going on holiday and like to read I think this would be the perfect book to take'

This comprehensive Research Handbook explores how the social work and social values of social justice, equality and human rights underpin leadership in the sector and beyond. Whilst this is a strength of the sector, realising such values raises a series of tensions and complexities within the contemporary context of social work and social care.Bringing together over 60 renowned experts from Europe, North America and Australia, the Research Handbook provides key insights into the distinct aspects of leadership within social work and care. It examines how leadership can be strengthened at the professional, organizational and system levels and what enables equity and inclusion to be demonstrated within policy and practice. Chapters delve into leadership within different contexts, including public and community organisations, collaboration with other sectors, and the opportunity and challenge of new technologies. Several focus on the experiences of those who are often marginalised from leadership opportunities on the basis of indigeneity, race, gender and sexuality or having their own lived experience of social work and social care services. The Handbook concludes with recommendations of how leadership can be developed, supported and practiced to better reflect the underpinning values of the sector and inspire more human-centred practice.This Research Handbook is an essential tool for students and academics in social work, social care and organisational leadership. Professional leaders within social work and social care organizations will also benefit from its practical insights and up-to-date research.

Escape to Italy and fall in love with this perfect summer read...Floundering junior travel writer Katie has just been given the opportunity of her career. Her boss can't make her trip to the idyllic but little-known Italian island of Ponza, and Katie must step into her luxurious designer shoes to write the piece for the magazine. Boarding the plane with her best friend Farrah, Katie waves goodbye to her unglamorous domestic trips and hello to a week of sun, sand and sparkling seas.But then disaster strikes. Farrah is involved in an accident and Katie must stay by her side for a month while she recovers. Katie is in panic-mode, trying to appease both her micro-managing boss and her passive-aggressive boyfriend back in New York, while an intriguing local chef, Nico, tries to show her all that the island has to offer.As she gets to know Nico and falls in love with the relaxed pace of the island, Katie begins to question her life back home and what she truly wants. But will she figure out what's truly important to her before it's too late?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen Swan Real readers are giving THE ITALIAN HOLIDAY five star reviews:'I've just spent a glorious few hours on the sun-drenched shores of Ponza, absorbing every last word of this book with a smile on my face. . . This was just a sun filled, utterly glorious summer read that I adored''The food descriptions in this book were amazing . . . A good holiday read''A well-written, sun-drenched summer read''The scenic and food descriptions are amazing and instantly transport you there. Add in a demanding boss, passive-aggressive boss and a gorgeous Italian here and you have a fabulous novel'

Escape to Italy and fall in love with this perfect summer read...Floundering junior travel writer Katie has just been given the opportunity of her career. Her boss can't make her trip to the idyllic but little-known Italian island of Ponza, and Katie must step into her luxurious designer shoes to write the piece for the magazine. Boarding the plane with her best friend Farrah, Katie waves goodbye to her unglamorous domestic trips and hello to a week of sun, sand and sparkling seas.But then disaster strikes. Farrah is involved in an accident and Katie must stay by her side for a month while she recovers. Katie is in panic-mode, trying to appease both her micro-managing boss and her passive-aggressive boyfriend back in New York, while an intriguing local chef, Nico, tries to show her all that the island has to offer.As she gets to know Nico and falls in love with the relaxed pace of the island, Katie begins to question her life back home and what she truly wants. But will she figure out what's truly important to her before it's too late?A glorious and uplifting escapist novel set against the stunning backdrop of the Italian coast. The perfect holiday read for fans of Rosanna Ley, Jo Thomas and Karen Swan

One summer escape could change your life . . .After a devastating break-up, budding artist Emma escapes to the sun-drenched Italian island of Giglio with her two best friends, determined to not let her own heartbreak get in the way of the ultimate hen weekend.With sprawling sandy beaches, glistening turquoise seas and delicious food, Emma finally feels like she can leave her troubles behind - until her best friend reveals a jaw-dropping secret that shakes Emma to her core. Unable to continue with her girls weekend, Emma goes off on her own and finds solace deep within Giglio's castle walls, where she meets Jack, an Irish artist in Italy for the art festival, and sparks an instant connection.As the pair grow closer over their shared passion for art, Jack instils in Emma the confidence to finally follow her dreams. But Jack has secrets of his own, and under the heat of the Italian sun, will those secrets come to light?A feel-good, irresistible holiday romance you won't be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Jo Thomas, Julie Caplin and Rebecca Raisin.READERS LOVE CATHERINE MANGAN:'Excellent read!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A really good holiday read!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I've just spent a glorious few hours on the sun drenched shores of Ponza, absorbing every last word of this book with a smile on my face' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I loved all the descriptions...Hoping to make it to Italy, sooner rather than later!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'This lovely book really takes you away to a peaceful Italian island, and gives a wonderful perspective on life, especially when things don't go perfectly as planned!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

One summer escape could change your life . . .After a devastating break-up, budding artist Emma escapes to the sun-drenched Italian island of Giglio with her two best friends, determined to not let her own heartbreak get in the way of the ultimate hen weekend.With sprawling sandy beaches, glistening turquoise seas and delicious food, Emma finally feels like she can leave her troubles behind - until her best friend reveals a jaw-dropping secret that shakes Emma to her core. Unable to continue with her girls weekend, Emma goes off on her own and finds solace deep within Giglio's castle walls, where she meets Jack, an Irish artist in Italy for the art festival, and sparks an instant connection.As the pair grow closer over their shared passion for art, Jack instils in Emma the confidence to finally follow her dreams. But Jack has secrets of his own, and under the heat of the Italian sun, will those secrets come to light?A feel-good, irresistible holiday romance you won't be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Jo Thomas, Julie Caplin and Rebecca Raisin.READERS LOVE CATHERINE MANGAN:'Excellent read!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A really good holiday read!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I've just spent a glorious few hours on the sun drenched shores of Ponza, absorbing every last word of this book with a smile on my face' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'I loved all the descriptions...Hoping to make it to Italy, sooner rather than later!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'This lovely book really takes you away to a peaceful Italian island, and gives a wonderful perspective on life, especially when things don't go perfectly as planned!' Reader Review ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Integration is now a key expectation within the delivery of health and social care services in the UK and internationally. However, it still remains difficult to achieve and sustain in practice. Based on learning from successful, and unsuccessful, integrated care initiatives, this book is an invaluable guide for those responsible for leading, managing and delivering integrated care across health, social care and housing. Written by an experienced team of researchers who have studied, led and supported integrated care for many years Integrated Care in Practice draws on latest evidence, innovative practice and helpful theory. It provides insights into the common pitfalls that such initiatives can encounter and demonstrates positive approaches to anticipating and responding to such challenges. Throughout, real-case examples are provided, and concepts and models are connected with the realities of day-to-day life for those working within these services.Integrated care is a goal to aspire to - this book helps to explain how we can turn this goal into practical action and positive outcomes.