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Three sisters. One trip to Italy. The chance to change their lives.Amanda has always taken the role of big sister seriously. She has her life in order; a fantastic job in a great restaurant, a wonderful house and a best friend who’s a Rockstar. But, Amanda’s beginning to realise that her life is missing one monumental piece…Sabrina is living the high life in LA. Her Instagram is full of lavish parties, her tweets are brimming with celebrity names, but in reality she’s stuck behind a desk working for a boss who is determined to make her suffer. Is it time for her to stand up and take charge of her life?Louisa has always been drowned out by her sister’s successes. As the university drop-out she’s always felt third best. But a chance encounter in a little Italian village may be about to change that…When their beloved grandfather passes away these sisters are forced to take another look at their lives. These three sisters are about to embark on a journey of self-discovery that could just lead them down a road of romance (with a little help from the kitchen)! Perfect for fans of Jenny Oliver, Carole Mathews and Lucy Diamond.

All you need is love, laughter and a pinch of Italy!Friendship, family and baking are at the heart of Lucy Osterfeld’s debut novel, How to Bake a New Beginning. Perfect for fans of Jenny Oliver, Carole Mathews and Lucy Diamond.

Three sisters. One trip to Italy. The chance to change their lives.Amanda has always taken the role of big sister seriously. She has her life in order; a fantastic job in a great restaurant, a wonderful house and a best friend who’s a Rockstar. But, Amanda’s beginning to realise that her life is missing one monumental piece…Sabrina is living the high life in LA. Her Instagram is full of lavish parties, her tweets are brimming with celebrity names, but in reality she’s stuck behind a desk working for a boss who is determined to make her suffer. Is it time for her to stand up and take charge of her life?Louisa has always been drowned out by her sister’s successes. As the university drop-out she’s always felt third best. But a chance encounter in a little Italian village may be about to change that…When their beloved grandfather passes away these sisters are forced to take another look at their lives. These three sisters are about to embark on a journey of self-discovery that could just lead them down a road of romance (with a little help from the kitchen)!Perfect for fans of Jenny Oliver, Carole Mathews and Lucy Diamond.

Readers love The Ingredients for Happiness! ‘A gorgeous summer read’ ‘Uplifting, funny, romantic and charming’ ‘This book contained all my favourite things – Italian food, entrepreneurship and romance!’ ‘A wonderful, feel good, romantic story’ ‘I really enjoyed every moment of it’ * * * * * *Three sisters, a stash of family recipes, the chance to make their dreams come true… Amanda is about to open her very own café. She has the pastry sorted, but hasn’t a clue about the plumbing. With the love of her life by her side, surely nothing else can go wrong?Sabrina has struck out on her own and is proving to the global music industry she has what it takes. However, balancing the business side of the band with her personal life will end up being more than she bargained for.Louisa is drawing inspiration from the beautiful Amalfi coast, channelling it into creating gorgeous gowns for modern day Sophia Lorens. But putting herself out there in the fashion industry will present its own challenges, even with the ever-supportive Luca by her side. With the right mix of perseverance, love and plenty of Italian delicacies, these three sisters are about to discover that when they support each other, the sky really is the limit!

When life doesn’t go to plan, you can write yourself a new story… From the outside, Harper Hayes looks like she is winning at life.She has an amazing job as a script writer, a wonderful house, an awesome best friend and an incredible husband. Yes, life seems to be pretty, dare she say it? Perfect?But life is about to throw more than one spanner in the works of Harper’s picture perfect existence and at the busiest time of the year too.As Christmas approaches, Harper will have some soul searching to do to decide if there really is such thing as the happily-ever-after she writes about. For fans of Josie Silver, Karen Swan and Sarah Morgan, Lucy Knott weaves a festive story that will move you to laughter and tears. Readers love Lucy Knott! ‘A wonderful holiday read’ ‘Tugs at the heart strings’ ‘Full of romance, joy and heartbreak’ ‘I laughed, I cried, and thoroughly enjoyed this book!’

Readers love The Ingredients for Happiness! ‘A gorgeous summer read’ ‘Uplifting, funny, romantic and charming’ ‘This book contained all my favourite things – Italian food, entrepreneurship and romance!’ ‘A wonderful, feel good, romantic story’ ‘I really enjoyed every moment of it’ * * * * * *Three sisters, a stash of family recipes, the chance to make their dreams come true… Amanda is about to open her very own café. She has the pastry sorted, but hasn’t a clue about the plumbing. With the love of her life by her side, surely nothing else can go wrong?Sabrina has struck out on her own and is proving to the global music industry she has what it takes. However, balancing the business side of the band with her personal life will end up being more than she bargained for.Louisa is drawing inspiration from the beautiful Amalfi coast, channelling it into creating gorgeous gowns for modern day Sophia Lorens. But putting herself out there in the fashion industry will present its own challenges, even with the ever-supportive Luca by her side. With the right mix of perseverance, love and plenty of Italian delicacies, these three sisters are about to discover that when they support each other, the sky really is the limit!

When life doesn’t go to plan, you can write yourself a new story… From the outside, Harper Hayes looks like she is winning at life.She has an amazing job as a script writer, a wonderful house, an awesome best friend and an incredible husband. Yes, life seems to be pretty, dare she say it? Perfect?But life is about to throw more than one spanner in the works of Harper’s picture perfect existence and at the busiest time of the year too.As Christmas approaches, Harper will have some soul searching to do to decide if there really is such thing as the happily-ever-after she writes about. For fans of Josie Silver, Karen Swan and Sarah Morgan, Lucy Knott weaves a festive story that will move you to laughter and tears. Readers love Lucy Knott! ‘A wonderful holiday read’ ‘Tugs at the heart strings’ ‘Full of romance, joy and heartbreak’ ‘I laughed, I cried, and thoroughly enjoyed this book!’

**PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED AS ONE SNOWY WEEK IN SPRINGHOLLOW**''This gorgeous Christmassy second chance love story was exactly what I needed to warm my heart and soothe my soul'' Rachel Burton***When old friends return, sparks ignite this Christmas in Springhollow... Tomboy Scarlett thought Devon would be her best friend forever. He was the only person in Springhollow who supported her ambitious artist dreams. But then one winter, Devon and his parents disappear without warning to start a new life in NYC and a devastated Scarlett is left alone to face her high-school bullies and overbearing mother.Fast-forward ten years: Scarlett is playing it safe in her childhood village with a dull PA job and a wardrobe that passes her mother''s old-fashioned standards. Meanwhile, Devon is a Hollywood heartthrob, starring in the latest superhero blockbuster. And he''s finally coming home for Christmas...Scarlett can''t help blaming her former best friend for the way her life has turned out, but Devon''s cheeky charm and gorgeous smile prove difficult to resist. Devon always did make her feel on top of the world, but Scarlett knows her heart isn''t racing just because she has her friend back. Is it mistletoe madness, or is she seeing Devon in a completely new light?Could this Christmas of second chances finally be her time to shine?Readers of Sarah Morgan, Jo Thomas and Holly Martin will adore Not My Superhero***Perfect for fans of: Friends to loversSecond chance romanceFestive love stories***Readers LOVE Not My Superhero''I really loved this story'' 5* Review''A super read - quite possibly Lucy''s best yet!'' 5* Review''A wonderful story of friendship, love, superheroes and being true to yourself'' 5* Review''Wow, what a great story'' 5* Review''A story you must pick up and devour over a mug of hot chocolate, curled up under a blanket'' 5* Review

*Previously published as The Little Barn of Dreams*''A lovely, very different 5* read from Lucy Knott, full of her trademark cosiness'' - Sam Tonge, author of Summer Secrets at Streamside Cottage***Can two dreamers find love in the real world?When quirky bookworm Florence Danver loses her job, she knows it''s time to make some serious changes. Nanna Margot encourages Flo to spend a week at Camp Calla Lily, where she hasn''t been since she lost her parents. Her return is filled with bittersweet memories... until she meets Jo Hadlee.Soon enough, Flo and fellow dreamer Jo are inseparable as they connect over books and build castles in the air. But when Jo leaves suddenly for his job in London, the fantasy bubble bursts and real-life comes roaring back in.For Florence to turn her fairy-tale summer into a happily-ever-after, she''ll have to dive head-first into real life and all its chaos.***Perfect for fans of:Books about booksSummer romance Cosy reads***Readers LOVE Lucy Knott:''This the the perfect book for anyone that has ever preferred living in fictional worlds of books rather than the real world. Or for those of us who have vivid imaginations.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''Her books are a breath of fresh air to me. I know when I pick them up I''m going to get something that feels real, with characters that have depth and emotion and stories that offer a unique take and vibe.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''Love a Lucy Knott book!! Warm and lovely, this is a real treat for all book lovers, and dreamers.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''Well where do I start, once again Lucy has created vibrant characters that capture your heart and take you on a wonderful journey.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''An all-round adorable read to enjoy right as we need a little bit of escapism & hope!!'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

*Previously published as Love Lessons in Starcross Valley*''A lovely, very different 5* read from Lucy Knott, full of her trademark cosiness'' Sam Tonge, author of Summer Secrets at Streamside Cottage, on The Little Barn of Dreams***A heartwarming sapphic romance that is perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Lindsey Kelk With the recent breakdown of both her ten-year relationship and her parents'' marriage, thirty-five-year-old Marnie Barnes no longer believes in love. To give her life the shake-up it so clearly needs, she books a ticket to Canada.Thousands of miles away from her home and her twin sister, she struggles to have the life-changing experience she dreamt of – until she meets Nova, a dinosaur-loving space nerd with a penchant for living in the moment. After a wonderful day together in Vancouver, they part ways. Though gutted, Marnie thinks it''s proof that she''s not meant to find love and tries to move on with her life.But a few months later, back in England, she bumps into someone achingly familiar. As Marnie navigates her new feelings, takes chances and makes the first move for the first time in her life, can she regain her faith in love – and find it for herself?***Readers LOVE Lucy Knott:''This is a heart-warming tale by the ultra talented Lucy Knott. The characters are full of depth and the story is woven beautifully.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''The representation in this story is perfect and the themes of acceptance, love and understanding that not every adult or child is the same was both well written and personal; I applaud and appreciate the thoughtfulness and intricacies of the stories in this book.'' - Amazon reviewer 5*''This was such a sweet romance, that really captures that special feeling of finding someone who really “gets” you.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''Lucy does it again! Another beautifully written, heartfelt romance. Every time I pick up one of Lucy''s novels I can''t put them down!! Keep them coming Lucy!'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''I love, love, love the fact that her books are all different and how each one of them is full of so much heart.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

''LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!! Lucy is the queen of Italian settings.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5****It''s the biggest day of their best friends'' lives... and they might just ruin it.Andi hates weddings. So when her best friend Alex tells her she''s getting married in Italy, and asks her to be her maid of honour, she knows she''s the wrong woman for the job. But Alex won''t take no for an answer, and so begins a week-long trip to a beautiful villa in Italy, full of potential disasters that it''s Andi''s job to avoid. But what if she''s the one causing them?Enter Owen, fellow wedding-hater, Best Man and also the worst person for the job. Tall, sexy and warm, Andi can''t help but feel the ice around her heart begin to melt when he''s around. But as Andi and Owen grow closer, the disasters begin to multiply, try as they might to keep them at bay. Together, can they put their feelings aside and pull off a successful wedding for those they love most?***Readers LOVE Lucy Knott:''A funny and beautiful rom com!'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''A touching story with some great lovable characters, great Italian food and ambience. I want to go to Positano!!!'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''This is a lovely read. I found it so easy to imagine being there the way the author described everything was fantastic. Great storyline.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*''Absolutely fantastic book! I actually felt like I was in Italy, it is so descriptive it has made me want to go!'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

'LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!! Lucy is the queen of Italian settings.' - Amazon reviewer, 5****It's the biggest day of their best friends' lives... and they might just ruin it.Andi hates weddings. So when her best friend Alex tells her she’s getting married in Italy, and asks her to be her maid of honour, she knows she’s the wrong woman for the job. But Alex won’t take no for an answer, and so begins a week-long trip to a beautiful villa in Italy, full of potential disasters that it’s Andi’s job to avoid. But what if she’s the one causing them?Enter Owen, fellow wedding-hater, Best Man and also the worst person for the job. Tall, sexy and warm, Andi can’t help but feel the ice around her heart begin to melt when he’s around. But as Andi and Owen grow closer, the disasters begin to multiply, try as they might to keep them at bay. Together, can they put their feelings aside and pull off a successful wedding for those they love most?***Readers LOVE Lucy Knott:'A funny and beautiful rom com!' - Amazon reviewer, 5*'A touching story with some great lovable characters, great Italian food and ambience. I want to go to Positano!!!' - Amazon reviewer, 5*'This is a lovely read. I found it so easy to imagine being there the way the author described everything was fantastic. Great storyline.' - Amazon reviewer, 5*'Absolutely fantastic book! I actually felt like I was in Italy, it is so descriptive it has made me want to go!' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

Can two dreamers find love in the real world?When quirky bookworm Florence Danver loses her job, she knows it's time to make some serious changes. Nanna Margot encourages Flo to spend a week at Camp Calla Lily, where she hasn't been since she lost her parents. Her return is filled with bittersweet memories... until she meets Jo Hadlee.Soon enough, Flo and fellow dreamer Jo are inseparable as they connect over books and building castles in the air. But when Jo leaves suddenly for his job in London, the fantasy bubble bursts and real life comes roaring back in.For Florence to turn her fairy-tale summer into a happily-ever-after, she'll have to dive head-first into real life and all its chaos.Perfect for fans of Jasmine Guillory, Beth O'Leary and Kiley Dunbar. 'A lovely, very different 5* read from Lucy Knott, full of her trademark cosiness' - Sam Tonge, author of ´Summer Secrets at Streamside Cottage´.Lucy Knott is a former professional wrestler with a passion for storytelling. Now, instead of telling her stories in the ring, she's putting pen to paper, fulfilling another lifelong dream of becoming an author. Inspired by her Italian grandparents, when she is not writing you will most likely find her cooking, baking, and devouring Italian food, in addition to learning Italian and daydreaming of trips to Italy.

'This gorgeous Christmassy second chance love story was exactly what I needed to warm my heart and soothe my soul' Rachel BurtonWhen old friends return, sparks ignite this Christmas in Springhollow... Tomboy Scarlett thought Devon would be her best friend forever. He was the only person in Springhollow who supported her ambitious artist dreams. But then one winter, Devon and his parents disappear without warning to start a new life in NYC and a devastated Scarlett is left alone to face her high-school bullies and overbearing mother.Fast-forward ten years: Scarlett is playing it safe in her childhood village with a dull PA job and a wardrobe that passes her mother's old-fashioned standards. Meanwhile, Devon is a Hollywood heartthrob, starring in the latest superhero blockbuster. And he's finally coming home for Christmas...Scarlett can't help blaming her former best friend for the way her life has turned out, but Devon's cheeky charm and gorgeous smile prove difficult to resist. Devon always did make her feel on top of the world, but Scarlett knows her heart isn't racing just because she has her friend back. Is it mistletoe madness, or is she seeing Devon in a completely new light?Could this Christmas of second chances finally be her time to shine?Perfect for fans of Sarah Morgan, Jo Thomas and Holly Martin.Readers LOVE 'One Snowy Week in Springhollow''A super read - quite possibly Lucy's best yet!''A wonderful story of friendship, love, superheroes and being true to yourself''A story you must pick up and devour over a mug of hot chocolate, curled up under a blanket'Lucy Knott is a former professional wrestler with a passion for storytelling. Now, instead of telling her stories in the ring, she's putting pen to paper, fulfilling another lifelong dream in becoming an author. Inspired by her Italian grandparents, when she is not writing you will most likely find her cooking, baking and devouring Italian food, in addition to learning Italian and daydreaming of trips to Italy. Along with her twin sister, Kelly, Lucy runs TheBlossomTwins.com, where she enthusiastically shares her love for books, baking and Italy, with daily posts, reviews and recipes.