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It's 1966 and Queen Elizabeth II is touring the Caribbean aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia. Her schedule is measured in ten-minute increments for five weeks, and nothing can afford to go wrong. But something does. Early in the trip, the Queen's new diary secretary, Pamela Sinclair, is found dead in her cabin. Rumours abound about how she died, but the truth is, nobody really knows. However, this time, suspicion falls on the Queen's longstanding confidante, Joan McGraw.The royal yacht is a busy, working ship, from the admiral at the bridge to the chefs in the galleys and the engineers attending to the turbines. It houses a crew of hundreds. Is one of them a murderer? The Queen and Joan, must use every skill and trick to solve the mystery while seeming to glide, unflustered, from one be-hatted engagement to the next, as the multi-island visit unfolds with the whole world watching.

Return to the world of Wings of Starlight with a brand-new story from Pixie Hollow. Wings of Reverie - OUT NOW!A GOODREADS MOST ANTICIPATED RELEASES OF 2025 SELECTIONBrimming with magic and romance, a young fairy queen must form an unlikely alliance or risk an unspeakable danger destroying all she holds dear... The first novel in an epic and thrilling romantasy series, from New York Times bestselling author Allison Saft.It's been centuries since a warm-season fairy in Pixie Hollow has crossed into the Winter Woods, and while most fear the legends of monsters lurking in the frozen lands, Clarion can't help being intrigued by Winter's stoic beauty. But under the watchful eyes of the current monarch and the court's seasonal ministers, Clarion has little time to dwell on daydreams while the days to her coronation dwindle away. That is, until reports of a monster crossing from Winter into Spring make their way to the palace. Clarion sees defeating this threat as an opportunity to prove that she is worthy of her new role. But instead of finding a monster at the edge of Winter, she finds Milori, a young guardian of the Winter Woods. Together, they form an unlikely bond as they race to save their lands. But as their alliance warms to something more, they will discover there is a reason a warm-season fairy and a winter fairy must not be together. And the cost could be just as deadly as the monsters that prowl the Winter Woods.

WINNER OF THE 2025 PENDERYN MUSIC BOOK PRIZERough Trade Book of the YearUncut Book of the Year Mojo Book of the YearA Guardian Book of the YearA Daily Mail Book of the YearA Financial Times Book of the YearA Resident Book of the YearA Telegraph Book of the YearA Daily Express Book of the Year'Will has finally written his masterpiece. I'm glad I could be of assistance' LAWRENCELawrence is the greatest pop star who never made it, his dreams of glory thwarted over the past five decades by bad luck and self-sabotage. At sixty-one, he set off on a new mission: to escape poverty, obscurity and the humiliation of kids at the bus stop laughing at him by writing a smash hit. But what is the cost of a dream?In 1980, Lawrence formed Felt, releasing ten albums and ten singles in ten years. In 1991, he reinvented himself with novelty-pop outfit Denim. Signed to EMI, riding the wave of Britpop, in 1997, Denim's song 'Summer Smash' became Radio 1's Single of the Week and looked like a sure-fire hit. Then Princess Diana was killed in a car crash. All copies were melted down. Crushing depression, addiction and homelessness followed... but in the face of it all, Lawrence never gave up.In Street-Level Superstar, bestselling author and journalist Will Hodgkinson follows Lawrence as he rebuilds his life. He gets mistaken for an old lady by an amorous pensioner, is reduced to dragging sacks of 2p coins to his local bank and wanders through London's distant suburbs in search of lyrical inspiration. As they walk together down rain-soaked streets, Will tells the story of Britain's most eccentric cult star. Will he write the greatest song the world has ever known before the year is out? And was it worth sacrificing everything - family, relationships, health, sanity - for art?

Fabian Tulley is only trying to run his own art gallery in London's Mayfair in peace - but someone is determined to ruin his life. Accused of selling a fake Sir Alfred Munnings painting, he is unable to prove his innocence because the police are holding the piece as evidence.While running a retail stand at Cheltenham Racecourse, some of his other paintings are vandalised. Then, two men try to run him down in the racecourse car park.To make matters even worse, his regular clients are threatening to keep away from his gallery and his landlords are trying to terminate his lease. Everything is against him, but with someone trying to destroy his life's work, Fabian resolves not to cave under the pressure.Saving his business will prove to be the fight of his life - or his death . . .

FROM THE PULITZER PRIZE WINNER, READ THE STORY THAT INSPIRED THE BLOCKBUSTER FILM, OUT NOW!'Astoundingly great. Whalefall is, quite simply, a beautiful novel-a must-read story' - GILLIAN FLYNN'A crazy, and crazily enjoyable, beat-the-clock adventure story' - NEW YORK TIMES'Fantastically gripping . . . Smart, surreal, and powerfully humane' - OWEN KING'There is nothing else quite like Whalefall' - NEW SCIENTISTThe Martian meets 127 Hours in this powerfully humane thriller about a scuba diver who's been swallowed by an eighty-foot, sixty-ton sperm whale and has only one hour to escape before his oxygen runs out.Jay Gardiner has given himself a fool's errand: to find the remains of his deceased father in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. He knows it's a long shot, but Jay feels it's the only way for him to lift the weight of guilt he has carried since his dad's death the previous year.The dive begins well enough, but the sudden appearance of a giant squid puts Jay in very real jeopardy, made infinitely worse by the arrival of a sperm whale looking to feed. Suddenly, Jay is caught in the squid's tentacles and drawn into the whale's mouth where he is pulled into the first of its four stomachs. He quickly realizes he has only one hour before his oxygen tanks run out - one hour to defeat his demons and escape the belly of a whale.Suspenseful and cinematic, Whalefall is an 'astoundingly great' (Gillian Flynn, New York Times bestselling author) thriller about a young man who has given up on life, only to find a reason to live in the most dangerous and unlikely of places.

How do you respond to the toddler who won't brush his teeth? The five-year old who pinches the baby? The child who throws everything she can reach? Well, parenting experts Joanna Faber and Julie King have the answers, and are here to help.Part of the internationally bestselling How to Talk... parenting series, this user-friendly guide gives insights and tried-and-tested strategies to navigate the everyday challenges of life with children ages 2-7, showing you how to put them into practice in real-life scenarios. Whether you want to learn how to understand and handle your children's emotions, give effective praise, engage cooperation in the common areas of daily - and nightly - conflict, or address the special needs of children with autism and sensory issues, this accessible book is filled with top tips, relatable stories and forward-thinking techniques designed to transform how you parent your children.

*THE EXPLOSIVE NEW ROYAL BIOGRAPHY FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLING INVESTIGATIVE BIOGRAPHER, TOM BOWER*'The Royal Family's vulnerability was exposed... Treachery in the family was rarely rewarded - as Harry and Meghan realised. The Palace chose silence as its only option... Few could anticipate the endgame.'The British Crown is in crisis, with constitutional threats at home and abroad. Since their infamous 'Megxit' split from the Royal Family, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have dominated global headlines. Ferociously controversial, not least for demanding privacy while seeking the spotlight, the Sussexes have remained a subject of gripping fascination for both supporters and cynics alike. Both camps are united on one platform: what is the endgame?Fighting to preserve their royal titles and privileges, In their attempts to create a Sussex brand the couple have fuelled bitter hostility. Accusations of disloyalty have been trumped by recriminations about dishonesty. Amid High Court battles with the government and the media, and the infamous publication of Spare, the Sussexes have reeled after successive Netflix flops and their doomed collaboration with Spotify - only to be ridiculed for Meghan's self-invention as a domestic goddess.At a landmark moment in royal history, the Sussexes' challenge to the British monarchy echoes worldwide. The fallout always threatens to be catastrophic. Just five years on from 'Megxit', can King Charles overcome the scandals that blight the family and limit the Sussexes' threat to the monarchy? Can the broken bonds between the Houses of Sussex and Windsor ever be repaired or will the King choose to strip them of their titles and banish them forever? The Sussexes are in a race against time to solve their predicament.With inimitable research and exclusive interviews from insiders, Britain's leading investigative biographer Tom Bower exposes the latest contortions in the explosive Royal saga of power and betrayal.'Tom Bower is the Inspector Morse of investigative biographers, a fluent, phlegmatic story-teller and a master of intricacies.' Sunday Times

The Proposal meets Red White and Royal Blue in this fake dating queer romance, following an aspiring young diplomat who hopes to land his dream job by hiring an actor to play his boyfriend.'Simply delicious, ferociously funny and deeply moving. Every single page made me laugh out loud' Daisy Buchanan, author of All Grown Up. Max has never had time for a relationship working in the high stakes world of international diplomacy. But when a high-profile ambassadorial position opens up in Athens, Max is discreetly advised that his single status isn't helping his chances. In this line of work, appearances matter, and Max's rival Quentin has an advantage in the form of his charming and accomplished girlfriend.Determined not to lose out, Max hires Hunter, a blunt but charismatic American actor, to play the perfect boyfriend. Hunter dazzles on the diplomatic circuit, but soon the charade takes on a life of its own. When visa complications force Max and Hunter to make their relationship official, they find themselves trapped in a marriage of convenience that is anything but convenient. There's only one thing that could make all this even more complicated - if Max and Hunter's feelings for each other start becoming real . . .International Relations is a fake dating to fake marriage romance filled with glamorous locations, sizzling chemistry, and a love story that will capture your heart.Tropes include:Fake datingMarriage of convenienceGrumpy x sunshine'What is a summer reading list without a romcom? . . . has all the romcom tropes we know and love, which makes it such a satisfying beach read' Irish News' . . . this romance is sure to leave your heart full and your cheeks hurting from the biggest smile!' Matthew Hubbard, critically acclaimed author of The Last Boyfriends Rules for Revenge' . . . swoon-worthy, hilarious and immersive . . . heartwarming moments with propulsive pacing and punchy dialogue' Robby Weber, author of Everything About You'Come for the fake dating and political drama, stay for the dangerously charming chemistry! . . . flirty, addictive, and so full of tension it practically hums off the page' Chip Pons, author of Winging It with You'Wickedly charming. Superbly sexy. Utterly delightful . . . A must read' Andie BurkePraise for Zac Hammett's debut novel, See You at the Finish Line'Officially brilliant. It had all my favourite romcom tropes, as well as being funny, clever and so epically readable. I loved everything about it and can't wait to see what Zac writes next' Lucy Vine, author of Hot Mess and Book Boyfriend'Filled to the brim with smart wit and delicious tension' Hannah Bonam-Young, USA Today Bestselling Author'Sexy, surprising and sharp-witted in all the best ways' Chad Beguelin, author of Showmance'I loved this book! A sizzling, funny and sweet read' Elizabeth Drummond, author of The Reunion and The House Sitter'A charming, sexy romcom with a relatably spiky short king and a himbo you'll fall in love with' PJ Ellis, author of We Could Be Heroes and Love & Other Scams

FROM THE PULITZER PRIZE WINNER, READ THE STORY THAT INSPIRED THE BLOCKBUSTER FILM, OUT NOW!'Astoundingly great. Whalefall is, quite simply, a beautiful novel-a must-read story' - GILLIAN FLYNN'A crazy, and crazily enjoyable, beat-the-clock adventure story' - NEW YORK TIMES'Fantastically gripping . . . Smart, surreal, and powerfully humane' - OWEN KING'There is nothing else quite like Whalefall' - NEW SCIENTISTThe Martian meets 127 Hours in this powerfully humane thriller about a scuba diver who's been swallowed by an eighty-foot, sixty-ton sperm whale and has only one hour to escape before his oxygen runs out.Jay Gardiner has given himself a fool's errand: to find the remains of his deceased father in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California. He knows it's a long shot, but Jay feels it's the only way for him to lift the weight of guilt he has carried since his dad's death the previous year.The dive begins well enough, but the sudden appearance of a giant squid puts Jay in very real jeopardy, made infinitely worse by the arrival of a sperm whale looking to feed. Suddenly, Jay is caught in the squid's tentacles and drawn into the whale's mouth where he is pulled into the first of its four stomachs. He quickly realizes he has only one hour before his oxygen tanks run out - one hour to defeat his demons and escape the belly of a whale.Suspenseful and cinematic, Whalefall is an 'astoundingly great' (Gillian Flynn, New York Times bestselling author) thriller about a young man who has given up on life, only to find a reason to live in the most dangerous and unlikely of places.

___'A BRILLIANT BOOK' - PHILIPPA PERRY, AUTHOR OF THE BOOK YOU WISH YOUR PARENTS HAD READ***THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLER***How to Talk so Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk is the go-to guide designed to transform your relationship with your child.- Learn how to set clear boundaries and engage your child's co-operation - Find out how to overcome a pattern of arguments- Swap ineffective punishment for positive parenting- Prioritise a respectful and sympathetic approach to conflict resolutionIncluding accessible and helpful case studies, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk is packed with practical advice for parents and carers.What readers are saying about How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk . . .'Great book with many helpful examples''I read this book and it opened my eyes''I wish everyone knew about it''I've just ordered the whole series''I can't recommend it highly enough'

Immerse yourself in Stitch's cute and cosy world!THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER.Grab your pens and bring Stitch and friends to life in over 40 scenes as they unwind by the beach, meditate in their bedroom and wish on a star as they get ready for bed. Featuring Stitch, Angel and all of your favourite characters from Lilo and Stitch in adorable scenes, this is the ultimate activity to relieve stress and relax your mind.Each scene is paired with a sweet quote to set the tone. With plenty of cute details on each page, and all of your favourite characters, this colouring book will keep you happy for hours and help you reach a cosy state of mind.We recommend placing a protective sheet of paper behind the page you are currently colouring to protect the rest of the book.

Set against the violent wilderness of the Peak district, a compulsive reworking of original vampire novel CARMILLA, the book that inspired DRACULA: a captivating story of unstoppable hunger . . .'Rich and daring' Ava Reid'A beguiling feast of a novel' Lucy Rose, author of The Lamb'I LOVED it' Taylor Jenkins Reid'Phenomenal' Samantha Shannon FOR WHAT DO YOU HUNGER . . . ?Lenore is the wife of steel magnate Henry, but ten years into their marriage the relationship has soured, and no child has arrived to fill the distance growing between them. Henry's ambitions take them from London to the Peak District, to the remote, imposing Nethershaw estate, where he plans to host a hunting party. Lenore must work to restore the crumbling house and ready it for Henry's guests - their future depends on it.But as the couple travel through the bleak countryside, a shocking carriage accident brings the mysterious Carmilla into Lenore's life. Carmilla, who is weak and pale during the day but vibrant at night, Carmilla who stirs up something deep within Lenore. And before long, girls from the local villages fall sick, consumed by a terrible hunger . . .As the day of the hunt draws closer, Lenore begins to unravel, questioning the role she has been playing all these years. Torn between regaining her husband's affection and the cravings Carmilla has awakened, soon Lenore will uncover a darkness in her household that will place her at terrible risk . . .Everyone is devouring HUNGERSTONE . . .'An extraordinary book' Jennifer Saint'Hungerstone grabbed me body and soul' Anya Bergman'Ravenous, righteous and utterly sublime' Bea Fitzgerald'Intoxicating and vivid . . . Sensual and vicious' Hannah Kaner'A true feast for all the senses' Cosmopolitan'A beguiling and spellbinding story of female repression and appetite' Heat'A fabulous Gothic feast of a novel' Elodie Harper***Shortlisted for Best Horror Novel in the 2026 British Fantasy Awards***

The beloved Japanese bestseller: a tale of love, family, new beginnings, and the comfort that can be found between the pages of a good book.When twenty-five-year-old Takako's boyfriend reveals he's marrying someone else, she reluctantly accepts her eccentric uncle Satoru's offer to live rent-free in the tiny room above his shop.Hidden in Jimbocho, Tokyo, the Morisaki Bookshop is a booklover's paradise. On a quiet corner in an old wooden building, the shop is filled with hundreds of second-hand books. It is Satoru's pride and joy, and he has devoted his life to the bookshop since his wife left him five years earlier.Hoping to nurse her broken heart in peace, Takako is surprised to encounter new worlds within the stacks of books lining the shop.And as summer fades to autumn, Satoru and Takako discover they have more in common than they first thought. The Morisaki bookshop has something to teach them both about life, love, and the healing power of books.Quirky, beautifully written, and movingly profound, Days at the Morisaki Bookshop will appeal to readers of Before The Coffee Gets Cold, The Cat Who Saved Books, and anyone who has had to recover from a broken heart.PRAISE FOR DAYS AT THE MORISAKI BOOKSHOP'A perfect blanket to warm every book lover's heart' 5***** Reader review'I love Japanese literature, and this is one of the best' 5***** Reader review'A love letter to book lovers and readers everywhere' 5***** Reader review THE CHARMING SEQUEL TO THE ACCLAIMED BESTSELLER, MORE DAYS AT THE MORISAKI BOOKSHOP IS OUT NOW

The Official Guide to Disney Dreamlight Valley is packed with info and tips to help you progress, get creative and make the most of your Valley. Disney Dreamlight Valley is a hybrid between a life-sim and an adventure game. It's rich with quests, exploration and engaging activities featuring Disney and Pixar friends, both old and new.The Official Guide will teach you how to gather resources, earn Star Coins and Dreamlight, work on your friendships, complete mysterious quests and get creative to build a magical Valley for everyone to enjoy.Section One explains everything you need to know about the Valley, its inhabitants, its resources and its secrets - it'll show you where to look for rare resources, how to make meals, which gifts will earn you the most friendship points, tried and tested methods for befriending critters and the best ways to earn Star Coins. Section Two is where the fun really begins - it's full of inspiration to help you landscape, design and decorate your Valley, as well as interior design ideas for the home, and instructions on how to use the Touch of Magic creative tool for clothing and furniture customisation.Including behind-the-scenes info from the game developers and information about the paid expansion, A Rift In Time, this is the definitive guide to Dreamlight Valley for all players.

THE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROM THE MASTER OF THE RACING THRILLER THE PERFECT FATHER'S DAY GIFT FOR YOUR HORSE RACING OBSESSED DAD!Imogen Duffy is a young Irish jockey, whose fledgling career is given a huge boost when she wins a prestigious horse race at the Cheltenham Steeplechasing Festival. But all is not well in her life. She has a violent and controlling boyfriend, also a jockey, and he becomes increasingly jealous of her success. As a result, she tries to break off their relationship, but he won't take 'no' for an answer. He attacks her, and claims that he'd rather kill her than allow her to leave him.Imogen flees her home in Ireland, coming to England to get away from him, and to continue her riding career at a racing stable in Lambourn, where she finds increasing success. But the abusive boyfriend follows her across the Irish Sea, stalks her, steals from her, attacks her again, and then tries to ruin both her career and her reputation.Imogen's desperate father turns to Sid Halley for help, and Sid reluctantly agrees to investigate, but then finds that he is also being stalked and threatened. Can Sid find out what the hell is going on, and before it is too late?PRAISE FOR FELIX FRANCIS:'Felix Francis' novels gallop along splendidly' - JILLY COOPER'From winning post to top of the bestseller lists' - SUNDAY TIMES'The master of suspense and intrigue' - COUNTRY LIFE'A story of skulduggery, conspiracy and dodgy dealings' - YORKSHIRE TIMES'A gripping tale' - DAILY EXPRESS'The pages fly by' - HORSE & HOUND

'A powerful alternative to burnout culture and digital distraction' CHARLES DUHIGG, author of the bestsellers The Power of Habit and SupercommunicatorsAre the conveniences and distractions of modern life undermining your personal growth and ability to realise your true potential?Each of us has an innate drive for progress and growth. It's why we feel alive and fulfilled when we channel that drive into meaningful goals, be it starting a business, writing a book, learning an instrument, studying a craft or training for a marathon. Excellence is not a destination so much as an energising process of growth and becoming - one that yields our best performances and, every bit as important, our best selves. Except too often the hustle of our demanding, distracting and fad-driven lives works against us, leaving us frustrated, unfulfilled and unable to focus on what really matters.Performance coach and international bestselling author Brad Stulberg offers a fascinating new theory of excellence and why our pursuit of it is integral to personal growth, satisfaction and lasting well-being. Stulberg will help you reclaim your excellence by teaching you how to define, live and work in alignment with your values, cultivate focus and concentration, prioritise consistency over intensity, build durable confidence, and develop the courage to care deeply.Eye-opening, informative and empowering, The Way of Excellence will give you a new perspective on prioritising excellence and building a more fulfilling life around it.

A SLOW-BURN ENEMIES-TO-LOVERS STEAMY ROMANCE FOR FANS OF THE HIT TV SERIES, HEATED RIVALRYTheir only path to victory is each other . . . George and Lucas can't stand each other - which makes it awkward being on the same Cambridge University rowing team. The uber-charming, womanising George got parachuted into Cambridge from America for his sporting prowess, despite his subpar grades, whereas Lucas worked for everything he's got - which sadly doesn't include a boyfriend. When George is told that this year he'll have to sit his exams fair and square, Lucas agrees to help him study - in exchange for help in wooing his crush, Amir.Together, they embark on a journey to seduce, cheat, and beat their way to the top. They face rivals within their own squad, cutthroat competitors at Oxford, and their own annoyance with each other. But as they get closer, they find that they actually make a great duo. Will Lucas and George help their rowing team beat their arch rivals in a centuries-old feud? Will George manage to pass his fiendishly hard exams? Will Lucas finally work up the courage to ask Amir out? And what will Lucas and George do when they realise that what they really want is each other - even if that means changing their lives forever.For readers of Red, White and Royal Blue and fans of Heated Rivalry, See You at the Finish Line is a LGBTQ+ romance with a love story that will warm your heart.Don't miss the next brilliant romance from Zac Hammett, International Relations. Coming 2026 - pre-order now. 'Zac Hammett is officially brilliant. It had all my favourite romcom tropes, as well as being funny, clever and so epically readable. I loved everything about it and can't wait to see what Zac writes next.' Lucy Vine, author of Hot Mess and Book Boyfriend'Filled to the brim with smart wit and delicious tension, See You at the Finish Line is a must read!" Hannah Bonam-Young, USA Today Bestselling Author'Sexy, surprising and sharp-witted in all the best ways. Once you cross the finish line, you might just be tempted to start all over again.' Chad Beguelin, author of Showmance'I loved this book! A sizzling, funny and sweet read . . . I was completely engrossed in George and Lucas's journey from enemies to lovers . . . A truly smashing romcom and I can't recommend it enough.' Elizabeth Drummond, author of The Reunion and The House Sitter'See You at the Finish Line is a charming, sexy romcom with a relatably spiky short king and a himbo you'll fall in love with. I raced through it (if you'll pardon the pun).' PJ Ellis, author of We Could Be Heroes and Love & Other Scams'If you thought the only thing Red, White and Royal Blue was missing was some strenuous activity, Zac Hammett's delicious debut is your new favourite romance - sharp wit and crackling sensuality, propelled forward in the competitive world of juicy Oxbridge rivalries.' Justinian Huang, author of Lucky Seed (and former Oxford exchange student)'A fast, fun and cinematic crowd-pleaser that had me smiling - and my heart racing - until the very last sentence!' Cale Dietrich, internationally bestselling author of The Rules of Royalty and co-author of If This Gets Out'Sparkles with romantic tension and humor. Somehow managing to be both hopeful and wry, this book is opposites-attract at its most rewarding. One of the best romances I've read in a long, long time!' Cara Bastone, author of Promise Me Sunshine'Equal parts riotous humor and delicious chemistry, See You at the Finish Line is a charmingly good time. From the page-turning slow-burn romance to the brilliant moments of self-discovery and self-confidence, George and Lucas's triumphant love story will have readers cheering until the very end.' Julian Winters, award winning author of I Think They Love You

I know exactly what it's like to put others first, to settle for less than you deserve and to navigate relationships while trying to balance your independence and goals. But we are worth more than this.Having embarked on my self-love journey, I found that women often lacked clarity on what self-love really means and how to achieve it and this needs to change. I've packed Buy Yourself the Damn Flowers with lessons and methods I've learnt so that no woman is left accepting what life throws at her, but rather can use every moment as a tool to craft her dream self and reality. Whether you're single, taken, heartbroken, healing or trying to level up into the best version of yourself, this book is for you. Buy Yourself the Damn Flowers is an in-depth, comprehensive guide for all things self-love, including actionable homework, transformative tools and reassuring information that will help every woman learn to:- set boundaries- escape external validation- build confidence- transform pain into power - maintain loving yourself whilst loving others, and so much more.Every woman deserves to cultivate a lasting love for the person who matters most: you. It's finally time to buy yourself the damn flowers. Tam x

Often mistakenly labeled as codependency, fawning can present as being more of who someone is: smart, generous,successful, funny, or beautiful, while for others it's about being less: vocal, ethnic, creative, self-assured, or boundaried. Fawning can be visible or invisible, it can take the shape of sex, money, or the perpetual emotional regulationof others but one thing remains constant: it is about finding safety in an unsafe world, often at our own expense. Written by fawning expert and clinical psychologist Dr. Ingrid Clayton, Fawning will be the first of its kind, shininga light on this under-represented, but extremely important piece of the trauma puzzle. Clayton draws upon bothpersonal and clinical experiences of the trauma response and provides resources and tools for anyone who has lostintrinsic parts of themselves by constantly orienting to safety through self-abandonment. This book is for thosewho want to finally lessen their shame about patterns that haven't served for a long time. It is for doctors, therapists, and all those in the helping professions who need to understand this form and function of how the body seeks tosurvive trauma. This book is for the cycle breakers who don't want to carry unprocessed trauma down to futuregenerations or foster another generation of fawners who aren't entitled to the full spectrum of human emotion,shrinking in the face of what caregivers can tolerate. It is for those who have been told to read all the literature oncodependency and still don't see themselves reflected. Fawning is for anyone who has felt stuck in relationships, longing for meaningful, reciprocal connections and most importantly, a true relationship to Self.

A witch with a magical affinity for books who owns a travelling bookstore reluctantly teams up with a charming rogue, her former professor and a gnome in search of a rare stolen grimoire. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Thorne, India Holton, Travis Baldree and Sarah Beth Durst 'MY PERFECT CUP OF BOOKISH TEA. FOR FANS OF DIANA WYNNE JONES WHO LIKE THEIR LOVERBOYS FLAVOURED LIKE FLYNN RIDER' Brigitte KnightleyRomance is easier read than doneLouella Twig is the only witch of her kind, much to the disappointment of her former mentor and her previous academic ambitions. While others connect to nature as their source of magic, Louella has an affinity with books. Denied her graduation broom, Louella carves a new path using her talent, creating a magical ambulatory bookshop that travels throughout the realm uniting readers with stories.She lives a cosy, stable life, until she collides - quite literally - with a mysterious man between the Romance and Adventure aisles. Everett Sharp is handsome, charming ... and a rogue on the run. He's absolutely not someone Louella wishes to share either an adventure or a romance with. But then her old mentor arrives with a desperate request: a valuable grimoire has been stolen and there is only one witch who can retrieve what has been lost ... a witch who now finds herself in need of a bandit with experience.Together with friends both old and new, Louella and Everett embark on an adventure across the four kingdoms, encountering whimsical creatures, a flying greenhouse full of plant pirates and a magical World's Fair. Along the way, Louella starts to wonder if this new chapter of her life could include some romance after all ...'WHIMSICAL AND WONDERFUL ... A DELIGHTFUL TREAT FOR BOOKLOVERS IN SEARCH OF A CHARMING ESCAPE' Sarah Beth Durst'AN ADORABLE COSY FANTASY FOR FANS OF HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE' Amy Coombe'FULL OF FOUND FAMILY AND FLIRTY BANTER ... DELIGHTFULLY CHAOTIC AND INVENTIVE' Julie Leong'THE PERFECT COZY ADVENTURE. FULL OF LOVABLE CHARACTERS AND LAUGH-OUT-LOUD HUMOR' Emily Krempholtz'HILARIOUS, CHARMING, AND ENDLESSLY COZY ... A TRUE DELIGHT FROM START TO FINISH' Stacy Sivinski

Return to Pixie Hollow with the companion title to Allison Saft's Wings of Starlight. Perfect for fans of Once Upon a Broken Heart by Stephanie Garber and The Cruel Prince by Holly Black!Centuries after the events of the TikTok sensation and #1 New York Times bestseller Wings of Starlight, comes a new lush romantasy, where two fairies must battle a dangerous magic - and their growing feelings for each other - in order to save their home in the Winter Woods. One day when Pixie Hollow frost-fairy Periwinkle travels too close to the forbidden border where Spring meets the Winter Woods, she unknowingly discovers a thread of a lost magic and, for the first time, begins to dream. While Periwinkle's dreams start sweet, they slowly morph into more disastrous visions of the Pixie Dust Tree destroyed. One night, deep in the Winter Woods, after waking from sleepwalking, Periwinkle is confronted by a sparrow man who says he knows two secrets: one that Peri has been dreaming and two that the Winter Woods is in terrible danger. Weaver claims to be a dream-talent, the last of his kind in Pixie Hollow, and with Periwinkle's help he says he can spin her dreams into dream-thread which can save the dying Pixie Dust Tree. In order to do so, the two will need to embark on a quest to find a magic spindle and scissors in the legendary lost fairy workshops of dream-talents past. Peri begins a reluctant journey with Weaver, the infuriatingly handsome stranger. Together they will face obstacles, monsters, and an unspeakable danger deep within the Winter Woods. Along the way, Peri will begin to question everything she thought she knew. But in Winter even beautiful things can hurt you, and Weaver is no exception.

ACOTAR meets Bridgerton in this standalone fairy-tale retelling of Beauty and the Beast. If you like slow burn romance, wolf shifters, and brooding fae royals, then you'll love this swoon-worthy story in the Entangled with Fae series.**DON'T MISS TESSONJA ODETTE'S BRAND-NEW DARK ROMANTASY, THE LIES THAT SUMMON THE NIGHT, AVAILABLE NOW**A beastly king. A deadly curse. A devious bargain.Gemma Bellefleur is desperate to escape her past and forget the day scandal broke her heart. But when she's held captive by a trickster fae king, she fears she'll soon top the gossip columns once more.King Elliot is plagued by a curse that will soon claim his life, unless someone falls in love with him. But who could ever love such a beastly fae king?Gemma knows her path to freedom lies in helping Elliot break his curse. But as they strike a bargain and make a devious alliance, it's soon clear there is something Gemma hadn't planned for: her own desire.Curse of the Wolf King is a complete standalone novel set in the same world as The Fair Isle Trilogy. Journey back to Faerwyvae or begin your adventure for the first time with this enchanting tale. Each book in the Entangled with Fae series can be read on its own and in any order. Happily ever after guaranteed!

After being unceremoniously let go from her job, Annie is willing to do anything to stay in New York - including taking another position for which she is wildly unqualified. The problem? Her new boss, Connor, knows that Annie is only pretending to know what she's doing and charming though she may be, she's not going to be able to talk her way out of not knowing how to code.To make matters worse, back home Annie's sister is going through a nightmare re-engagement to the worst man in Canada, which Annie is partly choosing to ignore because it's much more fun flirting with Connor, plotting ways to keep her new job, and playing matchmaker with her friends.But the more Annie raises the stakes on her scheming, the more she risks hurting the people who matter to her most...

Join Rapunzel and Eugene as they embark on a new adventure to save their kingdom in this original sequel to Disney's Tangled. A LYING KING. A RENEGADE PRINCESS.Corona's neighbouring kingdom, Astera, is a famously reclusive island, so when a suspicious invitation arrives welcoming Rapunzel to the Asteran princess's coming of age ceremony, she accepts. Little does she know she's about to plunge herself and Eugene into a tangled knot of political intrigue and magical secrets.Thrust into a power struggle between Astera's princess, its king and a mysterious secret society, Rapunzel and Eugene fight to defend their home from an unsettlingly familiar magical threat and discover that their past can either hold them back or help them blossom.

From Yale professor and bestselling author of How Fascism Works, a searing confrontation with the authoritarian right's attacks to undo a century of work to advance social justice action on race, gender, sexuality and class.Combining historical research with an in-depth analysis of our modern political landscape, Erasing History issues a dire warning for the world: the worst fascist movements of humanity's past began in schools; the same place so many of today's right-wing political parties have trained their most vicious attacks.Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, Vladimir Putin, Turkey's Recip Erdogan, and Argentina's Javier Milei have all reached the same conclusion: if you want to roll back the clock on civil rights, equity and inclusion, a great place to start is in schools.Yale professor Jason Stanley exposes the true danger of the right's tactics and traces their inspirations and funding back to some of the most dangerous ideas of human history. He shows that hearts and minds are won in our schools and universities - and that governments are currently ill-prepared to do the work of uprooting fascist policies being foisted upon our children through school boards, in courtrooms, and in the boardrooms of the organisations trusted to train teachers and create the materials they'll share with their students.Deeply informed and urgently needed, this book is a vibrant call to action for lovers of democracy worldwide.

** PRE-ORDER THE ADDICTIVE NEW THRILLER FROM T.M. LOGAN THE FAMILY NOW**Six friends. Five secrets. One holiday to die for . . . Welcome to THE WEEKEND.When a group of friends rent a converted farmhouse in the Yorkshire Dales, they have little idea that this one weekend may change the course of their lives forever.While out on a walk, a storm descends and the friends take shelter in the mouth of an old lead mine. Inside, they discover a backpack filled with more money than they've ever seen.Of course, they agree, they will hand the money to the police at the first opportunity. But as the storm continues and time passes, some of the party begin to think again. Because there are secrets festering at the heart of this group. Debt. Obsession. A career on the brink. Problems that could be solved instantly with an unexpected windfall.And perhaps they don't know each other as well as thought they did.Before long, six good friends find themselves sliding headlong into a world of deceit, treachery, betrayal and murder . . .'A fiendishly gripping 'What would I do?' thriller' Lucy Clarke'A rollercoaster of devastating secrets and beautifully judged reveals. The Weekend is a belter, gripping from the first page and never letting go' Tim Weaver'The Weekend has it all - dangerous secrets, twisted lies, a pace to die for, and the ultimate what would you do dilemma. A one-sitting read, I devoured it' Andrea Mara'A deliciously dark premise, characters you can't stop thinking about and a twist that gets you in the gut' Jo Spain'A heady cocktail of money, murder and mystery' Vaseem Khan

Gracie Holland can plan the perfect Happily Ever After-unless it's her own. After a soul-flattening breakup, she has rebuilt her life planning weddings at Larkwood-an ivy-covered estate where she also lives. But when her beloved boss passes away, Gracie suddenly finds herself pitted against a love-allergic divorce lawyer who is determined to sell both her place of work, and her home.Jude Larkwood cleans up romantic disasters for a living, so he has no intention of keeping Larkwood as a wedding venue, but there's just one problem: his Nana may have left Jude the estate, but she's left the guest cottage to the maddeningly romantic wedding planner, who has somehow turned his mind into her permanent residence.So, when Gracie proposes that he help her plan her ex's shotgun wedding to prove Larkwood is worth saving, he agrees, but if she fails to convince him by the big day, she'll sell him her cottage. As bickering and cake tastings turn into late-night confessions, Gracie and Jude find themselves breaking every vow not to fall for each other...READERS LOVE NOT THAT KIND OF PROPOSAL'This book was everything I adore in a romance!''I was laughing, swooning, giggling and kicking my feet.''If I could erase my mind and read this book again, I would.''One of my newest favourite romance reads.'

Unwrap a secret, sealed story each day until Christmas Eve inside this heroic advent countdown book!This chapter book contains 24 secret Marvel stories - one for each day of advent. Tear the perforation to reveal the story inside each section. Every tale features epic Super Heroes sharing courage, friendship and adventure. Make every day of advent super!This is perfect for parents seeking a chocolate-free advent calendar, and is a wonderful keepsake that children can enjoy every Christmas!Instead of sweets, your child will discover 24 super mini Marvel stories. Each short story is just the right length for little attention spans, making it easy to create special nightly traditions.Swap chocolate for imagination this year and give a gift that lasts beyond December... an awesome Marvel storytelling experience! Enjoy stories from:- Spider-Man- Thor- Captain America- Black Widow- And so much more!

THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER AND NOW A MAJOR DREAMWORKS ANIMATION!Return to the world of The Wild Robot with this gorgeous special edition, now with stunning gold foil on the cover and a charming full-colour sprayed edge of our favourite robot, Roz. This beautiful edition is perfect for new and old fans alike.The heartwarming and action-packed illustrated novel exploring what happens when nature and technology collide.When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. She has no idea how she got there or what her purpose is - but she knows she needs to survive. After battling a fierce storm and escaping a vicious bear attack, she realises that her only hope for survival is to adapt to her surroundings and learn from the island's unwelcoming animal inhabitants. As Roz slowly befriends the animals, the island starts to feel like home - until, one day, her mysterious past comes back to haunt her.'An Iron Man style fable for our age' - Piers Torday, award-winning author of The Last Wild'A modern-day classic in the making' - BooktrustThe gloriously illustrated story of a robot's adventures in the wild from bestselling author and illustrator Peter Brown. [Peter Brown's THE WILD ROBOT was a #1 New York Times bestseller w/c 11th June 2023.]