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Time Travelling with a Tortoise
by Ross WelfordExciting, funny, heartwarming, and mind-bendingly clever, Time Travelling with a Tortoise is the extraordinary, adventure-packed sequel to Ross Welford’s beloved, bestselling debut, Time Travelling with a Hamster.
To Woo and to Wed: A smart and swoony Regency rom-com of second chances! (Regency Vows)
by Martha Waters'[E]ffervescent... Sophie is a refreshingly candid protagonist, whose ability to stand up to the duke is evenly matched with the care and concern she has for her sisters. Waters's fans will be sad to see this series end but deeply satisfied by this fetching finale' Publishers WeeklyThe final instalment in the "hilarious and steamy" (PopSugar) Regency Vows series follows the heir to a dukedom and a young widow, once very much in love, as they reunite years later to fake an engagement for the benefit of her sister.They have the best of intentions...and the worst luck in love.West, the Marquess of Weston, and Sophie, Lady Fitzwilliam Bridewell, have lately been spending a considerable amount of time together. But West and Sophie are not new acquaintances.In fact, years ago, they were almost engaged, until West's almost fatal curricle accident and his meddling father threw them off course.Now, having recently lost her husband, Sophie has put aside all thoughts of romance. But when her widowed sister, Alexandra, mentions a fondness for an earl, Sophie realises she may be holding her sister back. Alexandra won't move forward until Sophie, too, settles down again, and so Sophie approaches West with a plan. They will announce their engagement and break things off once Alexandra is happily married.It'll be simple. After all, it's not like she is going to fall for West a second time, not when Sophie has sworn not to risk her heart again.Are you up to date with all the Regency Vows books? Don't miss:To Have and to HoaxTo Love and to LoatheTo Marry and to MeddleTo Swoon and to SparTo Woo and to Wed.............Praise for Martha Waters' ingenious rom-coms:'Waters' prose harkens back to Georgette Heyer, but Emily and Julian's individual journeys of learning to like their authentic selves are timeless' BookPage'A worthy addition to the trend for historical romantic comedies and highly recommended for fans of Evie Dunmore' Library Journal'Packed with saucy banter and delightful period details, this Regency rom-com is completely charming' Hannah Orenstein'Pure fun on every page' Sarah Hogle'A Regency author to watch. The sexual tension in this delightful debut was off-the-charts!' Lauren Layne'A laugh-out-loud Regency romp - if you loved the Bridgertons, you'll adore To Have and to Hoax!' Lauren Willig'Delights with hilarious, high-concept romantic schemes . . . this joyful, elegant romp is sure to enchant' Publishers Weekly, starred review'Cleverly conceived and brilliantly executed' Booklist, starred review'To Have and to Hoax is an authentic romantic comedy . . . This fun and fresh historical debut will delight readers with humor and romance' Shelf Awareness'Endlessly charming . . . absorbing and clever and at times laugh-out-loud funny' Kate Clayborn'To Have and to Hoax is a delightful battle of wits that's funny and touching all at once' Jen DeLuca
Truly, Madly, Deeply
by Alexandria Bellefleur'You can never go wrong with an Alexandria Bellefleur novel' BuzzfeedThe new steamy queer rom-com from bestselling author, Alexandria Bellefleur - perfect for fans of Ashley Herring Blake, Casey McQuiston and Talia Hibbert.As a bestselling romance novelist, everyone thinks Truly Livingston is an expert on happily-ever-afters. Except she just caught her fiancé cheating, her parents are separating and her entire view on love has been shaken to the core.Already committed to recording a podcast sharing relationship advice, Truly hopes it will be the perfect distraction . . . until she meets her co-host. Her first impression of Colin McCory is . . . hot. But then he opens his extremely kissable mouth. Bickering with a cynical divorce lawyer is the last thing Truly needs - so she walks out, with no plans to return.When Colin tracks her down, begging for a fresh start, she reluctantly agrees. And as they turn from enemies to friends, she discovers they have more in common than she ever imagined, including their shared queerness. With their mutual attraction reaching a fever pitch, Truly feels happy for the first time in years. Yet she can't help but wonder . . . is Colin truly, madly, deeply in love with her? Or is it all too good to be true?Why readers love Alexandria Bellefleur . . . 'Everything I want from a rom-com: fun, whimsical, sexy' Talia Hibbert'I was hooked from the very first page!' Christina Lauren'This book is a delight' New York Times Book Review'Sparkles with a delightful mix of wit, humour and good-natured sarcasm' Mia Sosa
Twelfth Knight: a YA romantic comedy from the bestselling author of The Atlas Six
by Alexene Farol FollmuthFrom the New York Times-bestselling author of The Atlas Six comes Twelfth Knight, a grumpy/sunshine YA romantic comedy and coming of age story. Featuring gorgeous inside cover artwork.Viola and Jack do not get along.Popular Jack Orsino is the worst Student Body President Viola Reyes has ever seen, and his lackadaisical attitude is just one more thing on Vi’s long list of things to be annoyed about.Her only escape? The online role-playing game Twelfth Knight – where she creates a masculine alter-ego in order to be taken seriously in the gaming world.When a football injury leads Jack to start playing Twelfth Knight too, their two worlds are set to collide. And as it becomes increasingly difficult for Vi to hide her true identity, Jack might just be falling for her offline . . .‘What a joy this book was, I found myself literally kicking my feet and screaming’ - Faridah àbíké-íyímídé - The New York times-bestselling author of Ace of SpadesAlexene Farol Follmuth is the globally bestselling author of The Atlas Six, under her adult pseudonym Olivie Blake.
The Typo
by null Emily KerrFrom the award-winning author of Take a Chance on Greece, comes a brand new romance for fans of You’ve Got Mail One typo. Two complete strangers. Ten thousand miles between them… Amy and Cameron have never met. But when Amy receives an email meant for Cameron, their lives entwine in ways they could never have imagined. Cameron lives a life of adventure as he navigates an expedition around Antarctica whilst Amy’s life is firmly on solid ground in Edinburgh. As their connection grows, Amy finds herself asking; is it possible to fall in love with someone you’ve never met? Readers love The Typo 'I’m completely charmed by this novel: it was a sweet, romantic, inspired and fun read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delightful tale of serendipity and self-discovery’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The humor in this is absolutely brilliant. I was laughing out loud so often’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An uplifting story with many relatable themes’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The characters were interesting and the story charming. Well worth reading and thoroughly recommended’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The banter was perfect and the plot was very well thought out’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolutely delightful read that allows us to take a few minutes and enjoy the universe's bigger plan for us’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'What a different kind of story. I loved it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This was just great. It has a random mix of emails, work conversations, music and animals that are woven together beautifully and absolutely grabbed my attention’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Undermining of Twyla and Frank (Hart and Mercy Series #2)
by Megan Bannen'Megan Bannen has created a world that you'll never want to leave and characters that will carve a spot into your heart. This series is playfully unique, delightfully steamy, utterly romantic, and overall unmissable!' Ali HazelwoodFrom the author of The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, comes a delightful fantasy with a best friends-to-lovers rom com twist, imagine When Harry Met Sally, but with dragons! The town of Eternity was shocked when widowed, middle-aged Twyla Banneker partnered up with her best friend, Frank Ellis, to join the Tanrian Marshals. Eight years later, her career remains a welcome change from the domestic grind of mum life.Fortunately (or unfortunately) the job is a lot safer these days. . . and a lot less exciting. So when Twyla and Frank find a glitter-covered body near a dragon-sized footprint, they're ready to be back in action. Soon, a handsome scientist arrives to assist with the investigation. To Twyla's delight and Frank's consternation, Dr. Quill Vanderlinden finds Twyla as fascinating as the newly discovered dragons. As Twyla and Frank are drawn deeper into a nefarious plot with more twists than a Tanrian mineshaft, danger closes in on all sides. Will their easy friendship survive the adventure or is it about to ignite into something more?Praise for Megan Bannen:'Deeply adorable and heartbreakingly hilarious . . . a bear hug of a book full of wonders and pink dragons' Jayci Lee, author of Nine Tailed'A truly outstanding romantic fantasy' India Holton, author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels'Megan Bannen remains the queen of swoons upon swoons upon swoons! The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy is a playful, quirky gem-full of feels and guaranteed to deliver the perfect grumpy/sunshine fix!' Sierra Simone'Seamlessly blends fantasy, romance, and modern family dynamics, all while making you laugh until you (literally) cry. . . I love this book so much that I would bury bodies for Twyla and Frank so deep no one would ever find them' Lish McBride, author of Rough Around the Hedges'Romantic, wildly creative, and utterly charming, The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy is a fantasy unlike any I've read before' Lana Harper, author of Payback's a Witch'The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy broke my heart, put it back together, then tucked me into bed with a forehead kiss. Packed with earnest characters, wit, action, and reluctant yearning, this is easily my favourite fantasy romance of the year' Jen DeLuca, author of Well Met'A uniquely charming mixture of whimsy and the macabre that completely won me over' Helen Hoang, author of The Kiss Quotient'Megan Bannen remains the queen of swoons upon swoons upon swoons! The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy is a playful, quirky gem-full of feels and guaranteed to deliver the perfect grumpy/sunshine fix!' Sierra Simone'A little sweet, a little spicy, a little sharp and entirely moreish!' Davinia Evans, author of Notorious Sorcerer 'I showed up for the fantastic, fun fantasy setting but it was Hart and Mercy that kept me reading' Ruby Dixon, author of Ice Planet Barbarians'Megan Bannen has found her voice with this incredibly smart, and hilariously weird debut. A must read' Nisha Sharma, author of Dating Dr. Dil
The Unforgettable Loretta, Darling
by Katherine Blake'Great fun - Loretta is glorious!' Lucy Diamond'Sparkles with fun and wit' Libby Page'A fun, gossipy glimpse into Golden Era Hollywood' Julie Cohen-----You’re Loretta Darling now, welcome to your brand-new flipping life.Dreams don’t come true for girls like Loretta but she won’t let that stop her. With her sights set on becoming a make-up artist to the stars, Loretta wangles her way from Lancashire to the bright lights of Golden Age Hollywood.Only it turns out that Sunset Boulevard is less about dashing fellas and chilled martinis – more sticky floors and misbehaving men. The gift of the gab can only get her so far but she refuses to go quietly.Hollywood has its secrets … and so does Loretta.For a start, that’s not her real name, and much more than lipstick lurks inside her beauty case.After all, revenge is a dish best served with a perfectly painted smile.-----‘What a delicious dark delight of a book!’ JENNA BLUM, bestselling author of Those Who Save Us‘So sassy and delicious. Loretta is one cool character’ JOSIE SILVER, Sunday Times bestselling author of One Day in December‘Sharply observed, full of scene-stealing characters, this book is a wildly enjoyable ride. Loretta is a force of nature, truly unforgettable!’ LAURA WOOD, author of Under Your Spell‘Absolutely loved this romp of a book. So feisty and fun’ TANIA TAY, author of The Other Woman
Unladylike Rules of Attraction (The Marleigh Sisters #2)
by null Amita MurrayRegency Fiction with a sexy, modern twist, for fans of Netflix’s Bridgerton ‘Sizzling romance with a splash of intrigue’ Julia Quinn 'Loved the witty dialogue … and sizzling repartee!' Good Housekeeping 'A dazzling romance … Unladylike Rules of Attraction has it all' My Weekly Readers love the Marleigh sisters! 'Such a joyous book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'Romantic, sexy, funny, exciting, touching and moving' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 'A scorching hot Regency romance' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review ___________________________________________________ As one of the daughters of an English Earl and his Indian Mistress, Anya Marleigh has defied Regency society’s rules by playing her sitar and singing beautifully for Queen Charlotte at the court of George III. When she comes into an unexpected inheritance, her change of fortune comes with a catch — she must marry before her twenty-fifth birthday or the money will go to her trustee — the infuriating but devilishly sexy Lord Damian Ashton, who also has the power to approve her choice of husband. As Anya begins to attract the wrong sort of marriage suitor, Lord Ashton is the only thing standing between her and a fate worse than death. But does he have his own reasons for hindering her happy ever after …? ___________________________________________________ Praise for Unladylike Rules of Attraction: 'Swept me away to the heart of Queen Charlotte's court … steam & witty, I devoured it!' JESSICA BULL 'A fun and fresh Regency romance!' CRESSIDA McLAUGHLIN 'A dazzling romance … Unladylike Rules of Attraction has it all'MY WEEKLY 'Exciting and engrossing. A great cast of supporting characters rounds out the compelling tale … a richly detailed historical romance with a side of intrigue and adventure' LIBRARY JOURNAL 'Murray's complex, well-shaded protagonists shine. Readers looking for diverse historical romance will want to check this out' PUBLISHER'S WEEKLY
The Unretirement
by null Penny MirrenThe Unretirement is an uplifting story about the joy of pursuing dreams at any age, full of warmth, heart and community spirit. 'Funny, uplifting and warm' Sunday Times bestselling author PHILLIPA ASHLEY ––––––––––––– Meet foodie Maggie Lawford. After spending her retirement travelling the world, she’s home again – and ready for a new adventure. When Maggie’s daughter, Hannah, takes her to visit their favourite local restaurant, Maggie is heartbroken to find the place empty. But the last straw comes when Maggie realises the chef is at his wit’s end – she can’t resist charging into the kitchen and taking matters into her own hands. Never one to give up without a fight, Maggie resolves to save their beloved restaurant from failure, and it’s not long before she has a military-grade plan to turn the place around again. Finding herself back at work, all she’ll need is support from Hannah and her cheeky granddaughter, Alice, as well as a little help from her neighbours. After all, Maggie’s golden days aren’t behind her just yet… –––––––––––––––– 'A breath of fresh air… funny, uplifting and warm.' PHILLIPA ASHLEY 'An uplifting gem of a novel! Funny, heartwarming and hopeful!' KATE STOREY 'An uplifting celebration…a great big hug of a book.' JULIE MA 'Funny, fresh and gloriously inspiring. I feel joyous after finishing this book.' KATE GALLEY 'A likeable cast of characters, an engaging story and delicious food…a fun, involving read.' JANE LOVERING 'I loved Maggie from the first page and cheered her on through every chapter.' RUTH O'LEARY
Valley Verified: The addictive and outrageously fun new novel from the author of THE FRAUD SQUAD
by Kyla ZhaoIT'S TIME TO SWAP HAUTE COUTURE FOR HTML.On paper, Zoe Zeng has made it in New York's fashion world . . . but life in the city isn't quite what Zoe imagined.Her editor at Chic magazine wants to censor her opinions to please the big brands; she shares her 'quaint' (read: small) apartment with three roommates who never let her store kimchi in the fridge; and how is she supposed to afford all the designer clothes on her meagre salary?When Zoe is offered a job at FitPick - a startup based in Silicon Valley - the salary and office perks are great, but moving across the country and leaving her best friends behind? Not so much.Taking a leap of faith, Zoe trades high fashion for high tech. But she soon realizes that in an industry claiming to change the world for the better, not everyone's intentions are pure. And with an eight-figure investment on the line, Zoe must find a way to revamp the app's image despite Silicon Valley's elitism and her icy colleagues. If not, the company's future will go up in smoke - and hers with it.LEGALLY BLONDE meets SILICON VALLEY in this bold and addictive new novel from Kyla Zhao, author of The Fraud Squad. PRAISE FOR KYLA ZHAO!'Immersive, cinematic, and exquisitely fun!'Ali Hazelwood'Escapism at its finest. This book will swallow you right up and keep you awake until you turn the last page'Elena Armas'As glamorous and page-turning as a glossy magazine, infused with sharp class critique, a vibrant cast of characters, and a poignant emotional core' Ava Wilder'Rich with clever charm and scandalous sparkle' Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka'Lush, swoony, and delightfully exquisite' Amy Lea
Versions of a Girl: 'A wild, heartbreaking, exhilarating ride' Daisy Buchanan
by Catherine Gray Welbeck Publishing GroupDo we become who we are because of our parents, or in spite of them?Fern's mother is a social climber and a former ballet dancer who lives a plush life in a London townhouse. Fern's father only climbs if there's a bottle at the top, has an IQ of 133 and lives hand-to-mouth in Californian motels.Aged fourteen, Fern has spent equal time with each of her parents. That is, until an unexpected visitor triggers a life-changing dilemma: whether she should get on a plane to London to be with her mother, or stay in California with her father. Here, Fern's narrative splices in two.Two possible lives, one person. Each Fern will grow in wildly different, but eerily similar directions. Both must determine who they want to be - and how they deal with a thorny problem which threatens to undo them all: a murder.Warm and brilliantly wise, this is the irresistible fiction debut from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober.
A Villa with a View (Romantic Escapes #11)
by Julie Caplin⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The Amalfi coast setting, the handsome grumpy Italian, this book has it all!!’
The Vintage Flower Van on Love Heart Lane (Love Heart Lane #14)
by null Christie BarlowPreorder the brand new book in the Love Heart Lane series! The race to save the vintage flower van is on! Flowers are Florrie Appleton’s life, so when her beloved Aunt Ada passes, and she’s swiftly issued with an eviction notice and told to vacate Rose Cottage, shutter her Vintage Flower Van business, and leave behind Ada’s gorgeous gardens, she’s devastated. But Florrie is not one to go down without a fight, even if the developer she’s taking on is run by Tom Houston, the man who broke her heart at uni all those years ago. Tom may have had the upper hand then, but Florrie has the whole of Heartcross behind her now, and as history has shown, there’s nothing this tiny Scottish hamlet can’t accomplish when they band together… Love Heart Lane – where friends are there for you no matter what
Voyage of the Damned: Catch the fantasy debut on everyone’s lips, simply put - Magical. Gay. Mystery. Cruise.
by Frances WhiteThe mind-blowing murder mystery debut with magical passengers, epic adventure, and a twist you can’t guess.If Agatha Christie wrote fantasy, this would be it!----------"Agatha Christie with glitter magic.' I’m totally here for it. I hoovered up White’s chunky novel in a day. Both funny and flirty as it deals with issues of class, snobbery and sexuality amongst all the magic and murder. The result is hugely entertaining' Herald-----------For a thousand years, Concordia has maintained peace between its provinces. To mark this incredible feat, the emperor's ship embarks upon a twelve-day voyage to the sacred Goddess's Mountain.Aboard are the twelve heirs of the provinces of Concordia, each graced with a unique and secret magical ability known as a Blessing.All except one: Ganymedes Piscero – class clown, slacker, and all-round disappointment.When a beloved heir is murdered, everyone is a suspect. Stuck at sea and surrounded by powerful people and without a Blessing to protect him , Ganymedes's odds of survival are slim.But as the bodies pile higher, Ganymedes must become the hero he was not born to be. Can he unmask the killer and their secret blessing before this bloody crusade reaches the shores of Concordia?Or will the empire as he knows it fall forever?----------------------------Praise for Voyage of the Damned:'Frances White has crafted a brilliantly clever tale full of heart-warming characters, riveting twists and a gloriously conceived world. A poignant, quirky and utterly delightful read. I felt EVERYTHING while reading Voyage of the Damned' Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen'Burned through this in about two days. Absolutely bloody brilliant! Voyage of the Damned is clever and comedic, while also heartfelt and harrowing. I hope readers will come to enjoy Dee's escapades as much as I did' - Sunyi Dean, author of The Book Eaters'An enchanting, bloody delight. Full of magic, laugh-out-loud humor, and so much murder' - Gabi Burton, author of Sing Me To Sleep----------------------------Readers can't stop raving about this book and its chaotic protagonist, Dee . . . Dee Fan Club Testimonials:‘He’d spit in the face of authority and unapologetically flirt with anything that moves’ Reader review‘Ganymedes Piscero, AKA Dee, is my favorite sort of disaster child’ Reader review'He's chubby, anxious, imperfect and 100% relatable—the kind of hero the world could use more of.' Reader review'I would protect him with my life.' Reader review'Ganymedes is an absolute riot. He's hilarious, chaotic, and a total queer underdog that you can't help but root for.' Reader review
Way Back: The feel-good instant Sunday Times bestseller
by Sara Cox*THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 2024*Here is the feel-good read you have been looking for... The big-hearted novel brimming with warmth, humour and heart. It's not too late to live the life you want...'Gorgeous! Warm and funny and brimming with tenderness and heart' GRAHAM NORTON'Full of Sara Cox's natural warmth and wit' PRIMA'Relatable, observant and funny' WOMAN & HOME Josie's life is fine. Absolutely, completely fine.Nice husband, brilliant best friend, a gorgeous kid at uni. The big house of her dreams on its leafy London street is a lifetime away from the Lancashire farm of her childhood. So what if her mother is tricky, and James isn't in love with Josie any more, and maybe she's not in love with him either? It's great to have time to herself now Chloe's flown the nest . . . isn't it? This is the life Josie never believed possible. The life she needed when her heart was breaking as a child, when her mum wasn't coping and Josie had to grow up too fast. So why this feeling, nibbling away at the edges of Josie's thoughts? The sense that she has lost something. That she has lost herself. If Josie is to truly live, she must now take back the reins and confront her future. And to find her way ahead, she needs to go back - way back.To the place where it all began . . ._______'A gorgeously written story of starting over, secrets, friendship... and going wild in the country' LUCY DIAMOND'A warm and moving dive into childhood secrets' JO BRAND'Excellent!' ALEX JONES
We Are the Wibbly!
by Sarah TagholmThe funny, heartfelt and irresistible story of one small creature's epic journey from frogspawn to frog.OH MY CRIKEYS!Doesn't life move fast? One moment you're in the Wibbly, relaxing with your Wibbly friends. The next, they've all grown tails and turned into tadpoles! And what's more, they are bursting OUT of the Wibbly ... AND you've got to keep up! Some tadpoles don't feel ready to become frogs.And some never wanted to become tadpoles in the first place. This heartwarming, hilarious story speaks perfectly to the anxiety that children can feel about keeping up with those around them – perfect for fans of Oi Frog! and Tad by Benji Davies.
A Wedding at the Chateau (The Chateau Series #3)
by Annabel FrenchMy Best Friend's Wedding meets Love Rosie in a heartwarming romantic comedy filled with second chances, friendship, and the irresistible magic of Italy.
The Wedding of the Year: the heartwarming brand new novel from the No. 1 bestselling author
by Jill MansellA SUNDAY TIMES HARDBACK BESTSELLER - PRE-ORDER THE PAPERBACK NOW!The irresistible, romantic, heart-warming new novel from the beloved author of Promise Me. 14 million Jill Mansell books sold worldwide!Love, friendship and secrets revealed as the sun beats down on dazzling blue Cornish seas . . .It's set to be the perfect wedding - till the chauffeur is asked to keep driving the bride round the church. This wedding is not going as planned.Lottie is a guest at the wedding when she sees Max for the first time in fifteen years. No kiss since has matched their last kiss together. They were on the brink of a beautiful love story. Then something shocking happened that tore them apart. Now here he is, handsome as ever, teasing Lottie in the old way - and that tingling electric attraction is back. But Max is out of bounds.Ruby has been the perfect vicar's wife. But when she finds out the truth about her husband Peter, outrage and disbelief drive her to act impulsively, without a thought for the consequences. And nothing will ever be the same again.There will be a wedding of the year - but maybe not yet. When love is in the air, anything can happen . . .The gorgeous new romance from the beloved and bestselling Jill Mansell!Praise for Jill's novels'A real ray of sunshine and - exactly what's needed right now - Jill's books should be on prescription!' Phillipa Ashley'The absolute definition of "reading for pleasure", it will bring hours of happiness' Veronica Henry 'Jill Mansell's brilliance shouts from every page' Milly Johnson
Welcome to Glorious Tuga: THE beach read for summer 2024, from the Costa Prize winner (Tuga Trilogy #1)
by Francesca Segal'A magical novel, so uplifting, heartwarming, funny ... Feels as if it was written specifically to give comfort' MARIAN KEYES'Warm and addictive . . . escapism at its finest' i paper'If you're looking for a perfect holiday read, this is it' Red'A slice of sunshine in book form' Good HousekeepingSail to the tropical paradise where secrets don't stay hidden for long ...Zoologist Charlotte Walker has taken up a fellowship on the tiny, remote island of Tuga de Oro to study the endangered gold coin tortoises in the jungle interior. She can claim the best of reasons for this year in paradise – what better motivation than to save a species? – but the reality is more complex. For Charlotte has a secret that connects her to the island and has finally determined to solve the mystery ...A complete and vivid world to escape to, Welcome to Glorious Tuga celebrates a fictional island, and the warm-hearted families who live there. Enchanting, uplifting and very funny, this is a captivating novel about love, belonging, and what it really means to come home.'A gorgeous book ... brilliantly and thoroughly imagined. I didn't want to go home' NICK HORNBY‘Sparkling and sophisticated ... reminded me of the pleasures to be had in reading' JESSIE BURTON'Imagine a modern-day Jane Austen washed up on a fictional island ... Warm, clever, thoughtful, funny, moving and brilliantly written' ELIZABETH DAY
What Ho! P. G. Wodehouse on Hollywood (What Ho! P. G. Wodehouse)
by Paul Kent"It isn't half such a crazy place as it's made out to be. I know two- three people in Hollywood that are part sane." A talking gorilla called Cyril who graduated from Oxford University; a sword-wielding diva driven crazy by her orange juice diet; an English milord swapping bodies with a gobby 12 year-old film star – these are screwball plots even by P. G. 'Plum' Wodehouse's brilliant comic standards. But not so surprising when we learn they take place in "the weirdest place" he had ever worked – Hollywood. Paul Kent's eighth essay on matters Wodehousean is a backstage pass to "Dottyville-on-the-Pacific's" Golden Age in the 1930's, replete with glamour, glitter and the monstrous egos of its biggest movers and shakers. You'll be SHOCKED! You'll be THRILLED! – but above all, you'll be ENTERTAINED!
What Would Dave Grohl Do?: Uplifting advice from the nicest guy in rock & roll
by Pop Press‘I love being the guy headlining rock festivals with grey hair and wrinkles.’Besides being the Foo Fighters’ frontman and the drummer in Nirvana, Dave Grohl is perhaps best known as the nicest guy in rock and roll.From rocking out with musical heroes like Kurt Cobain and Paul McCartney to selling out the biggest arenas on the planet despite performing with a broken leg, Dave approaches everything he does with passion and infectious energy.In ‘Times Like These’ we can all rely on Dave Grohl to remind us of the power of friendship, creativity and good, old-fashioned rock and roll.
What Would Ozzy Do?: Outrageous affirmations and advice from the prince of darkness
by Pop Press'The taste of bats is very salty.'Godfather of heavy metal, star of the iconic and record-breaking MTV reality show and Birmingham's favourite son, Ozzy Osbourne is the master of embracing every reality.As a multi-platinum record holder and loving family man with survival in his very DNA, Ozzy has plenty of wit and humble wisdom to share.Get on board the crazy train and get inspired with compelling insights on family, friends, music, philosophy and more from one of the most pioneering musicians of all time.
What's in a Kiss?: An absolutely magical enemies to lovers rom-com!
by Lauren Kate'A heart-stoppingly romantic exploration of all the what-ifs. I loved it!' ANNABEL MONAGHANFrom No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Lauren Kate comes an enemies-to-lovers 'what if' romance about a prom kiss that never was, and one woman's magical chance to live what might have been . . .This is not how Liv wanted to see Jake Glasswell for the first time in ten years. Once her high school rival and the prom date who humiliated her, now a successful TV personality, he's more attractive than he has any right to be. And he's her Lyft passenger.Since the prom night kiss that never was, Liv's life has not gone to plan. She deferred Julliard to be with her mom during a crisis, and now swears she's happy as a recently furloughed drama teacher going on no-strings dates. This weekend she's maid of honour to her best friend, Masha, and, of course, Jake is the best man. But when Liv glares into Jake's eyes as Masha says, 'I do', the universe turns on its axis and Liv is suddenly living a version of her life where prom night was the beginning of her and Jake, not the end, and it turns out he's the love of her life. The catch? Her mom and Masha hate her now. What's in a kiss? Maybe everything.'A sexy and romantic delight about parallel lives, what-ifs and kisses that cross a multiverse' ABBI WAXMAN'Funny and sexy, What's in a Kiss? spins a slip of fate into an utterly charming romcom' EMILY WIBBERLY and AUSTIN SIEGEMUND-BROKA'The perfect read for anyone who adores swoon-worthy romance with a touch of magic' LILY CHU '[A] completely captivating, heartfelt and humorous rom com that explores the ever-present question of what-if' FALON BALLARD
When I Think of You: the perfect second chance Hollywood romance
by Myah Ariel'[A] stunning debut with explosive chemistry' KENNEDY RYANIn this sweeping second chance romance from debut author Myah Ariel, the unexpected spark of two former flames may force them to choose between their dreams and each other.A second chance at first love . . .Kaliya Wilson has paid her dues. But all the years behind the reception desk at a flashy film studio have only pushed her movie-making dreams further out of reach. That is, until a surprise reunion presents an opportunity that could make her career, or break her heart . . . a second time. It's been seven years since Kaliya's whirlwind college romance with Danny Prescott went up in flames. While her passions have stalled, his career is taking off. So when the hot shot director reappears to offer her a job on his next production, it's a shock to the system. Working with Danny may recapture the intensity of their film school days, but trusting him again won't come as easily. As the pair allows themselves the openness and vulnerability to entrust their deepest truths to each other, the possibility of a true connection draws ever closer. But when Hollywood politics and scandal threaten to sink the production and her career, Kaliya may have to risk everything to do what's right - even if it means letting go of the second chance love of a lifetime.'A funny, engaging, poignant love story' FARRAH ROCHON'A sparkling debut that had me turning pages into the night' KATE CLAYBORN'A swoon-inducing second-chance romance' Library Journal (starred review)
When Sparks Fly (Mills & Boon True Love)
by Ally Blake Rachael StewartSomeone's deliberately setting fires in Durham County