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11 produkter
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
55 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
From the author of The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle and Becoming Ted, a brand new enemies-to-lovers romcom for fans of Ted Lasso and Red, White and Royal Blue . . .'Heart-warming and joyful' LORRAINE KELLY 'A great big hug of a book' MICHAEL BALL Toddington FC defender Tom Horrocks is never happier than when he's on the football pitch, but when it comes to love, he's hiding a big secret. Worried about his young daughter and sick father - and with his team finally in the Premier League - he avoids all media.Journalist Cosmo Roberts wants to change the world, so is angry when he's sent to a quiet northern town to cover a sport he sees as anti-gay. Then something about Tom catches his eye.Cosmo hates football. Tom hates journalists.Perhaps this time they've both met their match.'Filled with joy and strength and optimism' RUSSELL T. DAVIES'Romantic and heartbreaking and uplifting' LAURA KAYReader love Matt Cain 'Wonderfully uplifting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely brilliant' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved every second of this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
137 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
'A total triumph', 'Romantic and heartbreaking and uplifting all at once', 'Highly recommended'*The Independent best 'never-too-late' story of 2021, and one of the 8 best uplifting books of the year*IS IT EVER TOO LATE TO BE LOVED?'Wonderful . . . An utter treat' KATE MOSSE'A heartfelt coming-of-age story . . . Remarkable' LAURIE FRANKEL, New York Times bestselling author 'A heart-warming, joyous love story - original, hopeful and totally charming' ADELE PARKS 'I loved it! Really heart-warming and joyful, but also so poignant. I cannot recommend this book highly enough' LORRAINE KELLY'Albert is one of the most endearing characters I've met in a long time . . . Proof that it's never too late to find a happy ending' SUSAN WIGGS, New York Times bestselling author'A bright, clear, sharply intelligent writer' JENNY COLGAN'Will put a smile on everyone's face . . . A great big hug of a book!' - MICHAEL BALL, Radio 2 'Wonderful. Written with such a good heart, filled with joy and strength and optimism . . . inventive and fun but most importantly, true.' RUSSELL T. DAVIES'A beautiful, timely page-turner, straight from the heart . . . The perfect summer read' MATTHEW BOURNE'Brilliant . . . [I] recommend to all!' MATT LUCAS*****ALBERT ENTWISTLE WAS A POSTMAN. It was one of the few things everyone knew about him. And it was one of the few things he was comfortable with people knowing.64-year-old Albert Entwistle has been a postie in a quiet town in Northern England for all his life, living alone since the death of his mam 18 years ago. He keeps himself to himself. He always has. But he's just learned he'll be forced to retire at his next birthday. With no friends and nothing to look forward to, the lonely future he faces terrifies him. He realises it's finally time to be honest about who he is. He must learn to ask for what he wants. And he must find the courage to look for the man that, many years ago, he lost - but has never forgotten . . .Join Albert as he sets out to find the long-lost love of his life, and has an unforgettable and completely life-affirming adventure on the way . . . This is a love story the likes of which you have never read before!*****'Albert is such an endearing character - flawed, funny and awkward, but completely relatable. A wonderfully warm story that completely drew me in' RUTH HOGAN'A rollicking love story' IAN McKELLEN'Albert is the most delicious character and you'll be with him every step of the way' SUN'A charming adventure with love at its heart' MY WEEKLY'A life affirming story of lost love' THAT'S LIFE'A unique and moving story' CANDIS'A heart-warming and uplifting read' ATTITUDE'You will weep and yet have your heart filled with joy' ARLENE PHILLIPS'I raced through this heart-warming story' JUSTIN MYERS'Prepare to fall in love with Albert Entwistle! Touching and tender' S. J. WATSON'Albert is delightful and charming, and the book is too' JONATHAN HARVEY'I so enjoyed this - a warm-hearted, moving and thought-provoking joy about an elderly postman's awakening to life and love' FANNY BLAKE'A total triumph. Romantic and heartbreaking and uplifting all at once.' LAURA KAY'Tender, witty, uplifting' KATE EBERLENAs seen and heard on THE GRAHAM NORTON RADIO SHOW, BBC Radio 4's WOMAN'S HOUR, RESONANCE FM, BBC Radio 2'S THE MICHAEL BALL SHOW, TalkRADIO'S THE BADASS WOMEN'S SHOW, TIMES RADIO with GILES COREN and many more . . .
Häftad, Engelska, 2023
137 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
'Full of warmth, humour and courage and I absolutely loved it!' RUTH HOGANA charming, joyful and surprising story about love, friendship and learning to be true to yourself, Becoming Ted will steal your heart.Ted Ainsworth has always worked at his family's ice-cream business in the quiet Lancashire town of St Luke's-on-Sea.But the truth is, he's never wanted to work for the family firm - he doesn't even like ice-cream, though he's never told his parents that.When Ted's husband suddenly leaves him, the bottom falls out of his world. However, what if from is heartbreak could come an opportunity for Ted to build something new? And to finally put what he wants first.Because Ted has always had another dream. A secret dream. Since childhood he has always wanted to be a Drag Queen.As he starts on his path of self-discovery, he will soon be faced with a choice. Will he take on the responsibilities that others have laid out for him, or will he choose to pursue his lifelong dream?Readers love Matt Cain:'One of the best uplifting books of the year' Independent'Wonderful . . . an utter treat' Kate Mosse'A great big hug of a book' Michael Ball'A heart-warming, joyous love story' Adele Parks'I cannot recommend this book highly enough' Lorraine Kelly'This novel is just a bucket of joy' Glamour'So uplifting, original and funny' Daily Mail'Utterly joyful, you will smile your way through this' Sun
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
254 kr
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From the author of Becoming Ted and The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle, a new 'utterly joyful' novel about love, friendship and identity.
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
137 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Two men. Twenty years of friendship. One love.'Lovely, funny, kind and truthful . . . I was expecting a simple will-they-won't-they, but it's wiser than that . . . challenging who we are, and why, and how we can change' Russell T. Davies'A great eye-opening and heart-warming read' Fabulous'A rich, funny, poignant and unflinchingly honest portrayal of friendship, love and everything in between' Ruth Hogan---2002Danny arrives at Manchester University determined not to hide from the world any longer. This is the year his life will begin.He locks eyes with a handsome stranger across the hall at the Freshers' Fair. It starts with a wink and soon Danny and Guy are best friends.2022Now, both single for the first time in years, Danny and Guy return to the confetti-covered streets of the Gay Village for Manchester Pride.After years of shared adventures and lost dreams, Danny finally plans to share the secret he has been keeping for two decades. He has always been in love with Guy.Could this weekend be the end of a twenty-year friendship . . . or the start of something new and even more beautiful?'Written with heartfelt honesty and love' Lorraine Kelly'A gorgeous, heart-warming love story' Sun'Utterly absorbing and affecting. Matt Cain is one of the most entertaining and illuminating writers out there' Bryony Gordon'I have so much love for this book' Freya North'Thought-provoking' Daily Mirror'As sharp eyed as Hilda Ogden and as seen-it-all as Bet Lynch . . . a proudly Northern queer One Day, ingenious and unsparing' Patrick Gale'Heart-warming' i Paper'This epic friends-to-lovers will-they-won't-they story is gorgeous!' Clare Pooley'A joy of a read' Closer'If you're looking for something uplifting to kick off your reading list in 2024, this might just be the one for you . . . absorbing, moving and poignant' Glamour
The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle: An Uplifting and Unforgettable Story of Love and Second Chances
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
253 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
263 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
252 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Inbunden, Engelska, 2019
118 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
‘Matt Cain writes gay love stories that are universally uplifting, inspiring and utterly riveting’ – Lisa JewellCharlie Matthews's love story begins in a pebble-dashed house in suburban Bolton, at a time when most little boys want to grow up to be Michael Jackson, and girls want to be Princess Diana.Remembering the Green Cross Code and getting out of football are the most important things in his life, until... On his ninth birthday, Auntie Jan gives him a gift that will last a lifetime: a seven-inch single called 'Lucky Star'. He discovers Madonna – and falls in love.Casting the pop icon in the role of his spirit guide, Charlie draws on Madonna's audacity and ambition to help him find the courage to overcome his own obstacles and become a success in life. His obsession sees him through some tough times, but in order to be truly happy, he'll need to find his own inner strength...
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
122 kr
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Modern Family meets The Durrells in this life-affirming and evocative novel set against the idyllic beauty of the Tuscan countryside.Stories don't always unfold the way you expect them to...When 45-year-old Adam inherits a rundown farmhouse and castle in Tuscany from a great uncle he didn't know existed, he quits his job in Manchester to renovate the property. He's thrilled his boyfriend of two years, newly divorced and out-of-the-closet Theo, is joining him. But at the last minute, Theo's children have to come too. And they're hostile to Adam, immune to the beauty of the rural location - and scared of the resident lizards.As Adam explores the crumbling walls of the castle and sorts through his uncle's possessions, he discovers some dark family secrets. But could they finally allow him to break free from the pain of the past, start building a new family and open up a life of queer joy?The Castle of Stories is a moving, heartwarming and uplifting novel about modern family in all its forms, what it means to love, and the importance of understanding your own story.'Matt Cain writes gay love stories that are universallyuplifting, inspiring and utterly riveting' - Lisa Jewell'Bursting with pride and joy. His best yet!' - La Voix'He's done it again! Matt Cain is one of our mostintelligent, empathetic authors and a brilliant storyteller. These are storieswe need to hear.' - Lorraine Kelly'Nobody captures the messiness, angst and utter joy of themodern family better than Matt Cain.' - Clare Pooley'A relatable, funny and moving celebration of found familyand the power of being seen' - Alexandra Potter 'SUCH a good book with themes and characters to care about. Brimming with empathy and understanding for the true meaning of family - I loved it.' - Freya North‘Matt Cain writes with joy, strength, truth and such a good heart’ - Russell T DaviesLOVE FOR MATT CAIN'A book for anybody who feels at all marginalised, small, bullied or lost' - Claudia Winkleman'I loved it! Really heart-warming and joyful, but also so poignant. I cannot recommend this book highly enough' - Lorraine Kelly'A joyful tale that will move you to laughter and cheers' - i paper'Will put a smile on everyone's face . . . A great big hug of a book!' - Michael Ball'Wonderful. Written with such a good heart, filled with joy and strength and optimism...inventive and fun but most importantly, true' - Russell T Davies'A triumphant coming-of-age tale about the power of being true to yourself' - Juno Dawson'This book made us laugh and cry, and entertains from start to finish' - Attitude'Wonderful . . . An utter treat' - Kate Mosse'A heart-warming, joyous love story - original, hopeful and totally charming' - Adele Parks'A beautiful, timely page-turner, straight from the heart . . . The perfect summer read' - Matthew Bourne'This rollicking romance entrapped me, chapter by chapter. True in its detail and its scope, it is amusing yet heart-breaking' - Ian McKellen'Utterly absorbing and affecting. Matt Cain is one of the most entertaining and illuminating writers out there' - Bryony Gordon'Positivity seeps from every page' - The Times'You will weep and yet have your heart filled with joy' - Arlene Phillips'Brilliant... I recommend to all' - Matt Lucas'Full of warmth, humour and courage and I absolutely loved it!' - Ruth Hogan'This novel is just a bucket of joy' - Glamour'A joyful read; tender, full of courage and irresistibly good-hearted' - Rachel Joyce'The most joyful, heart-warming, and beautiful book ever' - La Voix'A triumph. Brave and honest, beautiful and funny' - Alexandra Potter'Utterly joyful - you will smile your way through this' - The Sun'I have so much love for this book!' - Freya North'As sharp eyed as Hilda Ogden and as seen-it-all as Bet Lynch . . .a proudly Northern queer One Day, ingenious and unsparing' - Patrick Gale'A big warm hug of a novel' - Heat'This epic friends-to-lovers will-they-won't-they story is gorgeous!' - Clare Pooley'You don't want to miss this. It's BEAUTIFUL' - Lisa Riley
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
272 kr
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