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John Langan, author of the Bram Stoker Award-winning novel The Fisherman, returns with ten tales of cosmic horror. In these stories, he continues to chart the course of 21st Century weird fiction, from the unfamiliar to the familial, the unfathomably distant to the intimate.A Halloween haunted house becomes a conduit to something ancient and uncanny.The effigy of a movie monster becomes instrumental in a young man''s defence against a bully.A family diminishes while visiting a seaside town, leaving only one to remember what changed.Lured in by fate, a father explores a mysterious tower, and comes face to face with the creature imprisoned within.Mourning his death, a young man travels to his father''s hometown, seeking closure, but finds himself beset by dreams of mythic bargains and a primaeval, corpse-eating titan.Praise for John Langan‘A writer whose work will unnerve you as deeply as Shirley Jackson’s’ Washington Post‘John Langan is fishing for your sleep, for your soul… I fear he’s already got mine’ Stephen Graham Jones‘Horror at its sharpest and most imaginative’ Paul Tremblay‘A beast of a contemporary horror writer’ Laird Barron‘One of the finest practitioners of the moody tale ... whenever John Langan publishes a book I am going to devour that book’ Victor LaValle

Jenny starts her training as a nanny, but does she have what it takes – and will her family survive without her?It is 1962 and 17-year-old Jenny is finally able to train for her dream job as a nanny. The residential training is tough – Matron takes no prisoners but Jenny bonds with her two roommates, Bernice and Rita, and loves helping the children.If only her family life could be so happy – her brother, Maurice, is a wrong''un and seems to have some hold over her father, and Jenny has never got over the sudden disappearance of her mother.Finally, Jenny gets her first nanny job, heading for the bright lights of London at the dawn of the Swinging Sixties. Suddenly she is thrust into the lifestyle of the rich at a household in the affluent West End, working for a family whose busy lifestyle means that their child is neglected.Can Jenny heal their family - and her own?

Thirty days off-grid. No contact with the outside world. No way to call for help.Zara leaves home to take part in a challenge sweeping the nation no technology for one month. A body is found in the woods. Right by the Safe House where Zara was meant to check in. And she hasn't checked in. Another body is discovered, and mum Sally takes things into her own hands to make sure Zara is okay. But when thousands have disappeared, how do you find one missing gir? pulse-pounding, gripping crime thriller perfect for fans of Catherine Ryan Howard and Jack Jordan.

The murder of an innocent shakes Ireland to its core.One cold January morning in 1980, on a beach in Kerry, the body of a newborn baby is found in its most sheltered sand dune. When local police are called to the incident, Garda Mary Shea is first on scene.The Dublin major crimes team are called to investigate and because Mary is able to get crucial, female witnesses to cooperate, lead detective Matt Foley takes her under his wing in his bid to solve the biggest case of his career. More questions than answers are found when it becomes clear many locals conduct secret lives — but who would do such a thing?A dark and gripping Irish crime debut from an international bestseller. Perfect for fans of Olivia Kiernan, Tana French and John Banville.

In these nine life-fulfilling lessons, learn how your cat can bring you peace, comfort and a unique happiness.A home without a cat is just a house, as they say. There is something special about our feline friends – the comfort they bring, their intuition, their famously comedic side – that contributes to a household’s average happiness index.In fact, just looking at your cat can ease anxiety and bring a sense of understanding and calm – but why is that? What are these curious qualities that cats possess? And what lessons can we learn from them?The Healing Power of Cats takes a deep dive into all nine lives, to uncover the mysterious happiness that owning a cat can bring. By combining unique scientific research from cat experts and personal stories from cat-owners, Ulrica Norberg and Carina Nunstedt teach us how to use all of the most admirable cat qualities in our daily lives to reduce stress and anxiety, set boundaries and see the world as one big ball of yarn.Our cats bring out the best in us, so in order to live life to the fullest, let’s tap into the rhythm of the cat – with guaranteed good vibrations.

Ten years ago, Erin had her heart broken by fellow vet student Oli. Now, she’s his landlord.All Erin wants is independence and security. All Oli does is travel the world after locuming at practises for a few months. So when he comes back into Erin’s life, she knows it’s temporary, no matter the lingering looks he gives her.With Christmas approaching, the vet practice is busier than ever, and Erin is surprised at how well she and Oli work together to help the animals of Hartfell. From sharing meals in her cramped cottage to meandering the village fayre, the wall Erin has built around her heart begins to crumble.But Oli’s contract is coming to an end and he’s shown no sign of wanting to stay. Has she set herself up for another heartbreak from the only man she’s ever loved? Or will she realise that being independent sometimes means relying on others, and security comes with taking risks?Be whisked away this Christmas to the Yorkshire Dales, for fans of Sue Moorcroft, Trisha Ashley and Heidi Swain.

Blind faith is a deadly thing.DI Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans witness a horrifying collision in Snowdonia. A teenage boy sprints into the road: what was he running from?Callum Roper doesn’t survive the crash. In his possession were prescriptions for painkillers and tranquilisers, not in his name. He had severe scars on his palms and abdomen, a tattoo reading ‘Thomas’ and a recent rifle-shot wound. This isn’t just a drug-running case.Across the fields from the site of the collision is a farm housing The Family – a cult led by Rachel who believes herself a true prophet, sent to save the souls of her flock even when they resist. With a missing person’s report also linked to The Family, the investigating team are given 72 hours of surveillance. 72 hours that will change everything…An unmissable and addictive Welsh crime thriller. Perfect for fans of Sarah Ward, Neil Lancaster and LJ Ross.

A collection of selected poetry and writing about The Shipping Forecast on the 100th anniversary of the first BBC Broadcast.And now, the Shipping Forecast issued by the Met Office…Often described as a litany, mantra or lullaby, the Shipping Forecast has long been a favourite of cosy homes on chilly evenings. Its practical use as a precise reading of the marine weather around the British Isles has been largely forgotten by its recreational listeners, who instead value its gentle rhythm and curious wording as a comfort, a charm, or fail-safe formula for inducing sleep.Its thirty-one areas, cast like a safety net, take us on a virtual voyage that starts between the Shetlands and Norway, zig-zags down the North Sea, scoots westwards along the English Channel, sailing by the coast of France, Spain and Portugal, via both sides of Ireland up to the west coast of Scotland and as far as the nearest shard of Iceland. … Forties, Dogger, German Bight, Humber, Thames, Dover, Wight… These words speak to us like a spell, nonsensical in their substance, but enchanting in their delivery.Since its first BBC broadcast in 1925, the Shipping Forecast has captured the nation’s heart. Good, Occasionally Rhyming is a love letter in poetry and prose, from Britain''s literary landscape to this iconic radio broadcast.…That’s the end of this shipping bulletin.

The safe house is under attack…When a terrorist cell is raided in Manchester, the extremists flee into the streets. One is shot dead by police and the other – a bomb maker – is captured. It falls to DI Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans to transfer the prisoner to a top secret MI5 safehouse in Snowdonia.But things don’t go as smoothly as they hoped. Someone else breaks into the building and before either detective can react, Nick is taken hostage. He must weigh up the risk of saving his team against making it home to his pregnant fiancée. Can both Nick and Ruth make it out unscathed?A heart-stopping thriller that will keep you up into the early hours. Perfect for fans of Neil Lancaster, JD Kirk and LJ Ross.

“Do not lie to me, Templar, or it will be the last thing you do.”July 1241. Christendom cowers in terror before the threat of a Mongol invasion. The swift-moving, invincible cavalry of Genghis Khan has smashed the proud, steel-clad knights of Russia, Poland and Hungary – and now Austria lies directly in their path.At a skirmish outside the walls of Vienna, German knights capture a squad of Mongol scouts, and are astonished to discover one of their number is an Englishman – a Templar knight – who has been riding with these Devil’s horsemen for more than twenty years.Interrogator Father Ivo of Narbonne is summoned to Vienna Castle to draw the truth from the imprisoned Englishman before his impending trial, to find out why he abandoned his Faith, his Brethren and his homeland to become… a traitor to Christendom.The compelling new series from ''master of the genre'' Angus Donald, perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden.

The vengeful have a long memory.Called to a body found by the Berwyn river, DI Ruth Hunter and DS Nick Evans know something isn''t adding up. Mark Fisher, a once-renowned guitarist since lost to his addictions, has been murdered – but the crime scene has been staged to look like suicide.Ten years ago, Mark was responsible for a car crash that ruined lives. There are historical allegations of sexual assault against him. Plenty of people wanted Mark Fisher dead.When the case of Gerry Doyle comes in, another staged suicide, the hunt is on for a cold-hearted killer. Ruth and Nick must work out what links these deaths… before another victim is claimed.A chilling police procedural with twists you’ll never see coming. Perfect for fans of Neil Lancaster, LJ Ross and Sarah Ward.

Dead thieves tell no tales...Jonas Flynt's stepmother, Mercy, has been abducted from Edinburgh and carried back to the West Indies by her former owner. Gideon Flynt his father, has followed in hot pursuit, but Cassie, Jonas's first love, knows he is not the man he once was and appeals to Flynt for help. Naturally, he agrees. Against Colonel Nathaniel Charters' wishes, he sails for the Caribbean, where he will unwittingly join forces with the most notorious pirate of all time, Blackbeard. But this time he may be out of his depth. An utterly gripping historical crime thriller set on the high seas from the McIlvanney Prize longlisted author of An Honourable Thief.

If you could find one missing thing, what would it be?As a firefighter, Ava sees the devastation caused when homes are ruined. If she uncovers precious possessions that escaped a blaze unscathed, she returns them to their owner. When Cassie and her son lose everything in a fire, they have nothing and nowhere to go. On impulse, Ava offers them refuge by staying with her.After three failed rounds of IVF, Ava and her husband are divided on how to start their own family. Needing to find answers about her own adoption and birth family, Ava embarks on a journey to Ireland with Cassie by her side for support.But not every reunion is a happy one, and the best intentions can have the most heart wrenching results. Can Ava get back what was lost? Or will she learn that sometimes the thing you need most is what you have already found?An emotional and powerful tale of friendship and family, the perfect read for fans of Dani Atkins, Jojo Moyes and Cecelia Ahern.

Should your fairy tale be this much work?After a bad run of dating, Daisy is shocked when she meets her friends one night and it appears to be New Year''s Eve – in the future. Even more amazingly, Daisy is holding hands with a man she can feel is her true love.At midnight they kiss…and it all fades away. The one detail about him she can clearly recall is that his watch was cracked.So when she meets her new boss Joshua, she is shocked to see that his watch face is cracked. He must be her dream man!The only problem is – she just can’t stand him.Still, Daisy has faith in her vision and sets to work to turn them from enemies to lovers. They begin to date and Daisy follows the tiny clues from her dream, hell bent on making it come true.But is he really her perfect man? Or is she chasing after the wrong Prince Charming?A magical romcom perfect for fans of Sophie Cousens, Catherine Walsh and Josie SilverPraise for Jennifer Joyce‘Loved loved loved! This was definitely my favourite book...I’ve read in quite a long time.’????? Reader Review‘I finished reading this book with a big smile on my face and left wanting more.’????? Reader Review‘Ticked all the boxes…It’s a strong 5-star plus from me.’????? Reader Review‘I loved this book.’????? Reader Review‘You will fall in love with all the characters.’????? Reader Review‘I loved every single second reading it.’ Reader Review‘Such a fun and relatable story!’ Reader Review‘I loved it… relatable characters who you can’t help but want to be friends with.’ Reader Review‘Such a good book, I loved it.’ Reader Review‘I absolutely adored this story. Cleo was a hilarious main character.’ Reader Review‘Really enjoyed reading this. I think we’ve all been Cleo at some point in our lives and I really was cheering her on all the way.’ Reader Review‘This book is bursting with humour, warmth and a cast of awesome characters.’????? Reader Review‘Ticked all of my boxes for a great and entertaining read.’????? Reader Review‘Joyce creates characters that you’ll love dearly .’????? Reader Review‘Tons of laughs, fantastic characters, surprises, and plenty of heart.’????? Reader Review‘This book was soooo adorable. I didn’t want to put it down.’????? Reader Review

Can life be like a made-for-TV Christmas movie?Mally Allister prides herself on being nice and predictable, just like the trope-filled festive films she turns to for comfort every winter.But when she faces the prospect of spending Christmas alone in her London flat, Mally is sent on a writing assignment to try to recreate the cheesy Christmas movie experience in her humdrum British hometown.With the help of familiar faces from her formative years, including her teenage crush Tom, Mally starts ticking off the classic holiday romance movie tropes in unexpected ways.But can real life ever live up to the magical movie experience?A gorgeously warm, engaging festive romcom perfect for fans of Catherine Walsh and Josie Silver.

The countdown to invasion begins...It''s September 1940, and British intelligence is desperately worried: the Nazi invasion of Britain is imminent.A sinister organisation called The Group, a collection of British and Irish Nazi collaborators, is at work trying to support Hitler''s plans...But that is not the only concern for the spy chiefs: the search for double agent ''Archie'' – the Soviet spy and British traitor – is proving fruitless, and now they know there’s a second traitor, Bertie, also in play.Will they be able to foil the invasion plans without their schemes being leaked to the enemy?Taking the reader from wartime London to the south coast of England, from Berlin to neutral Ireland and from the German intelligence headquarters in Hamburg to the port of Rotterdam, The Second Traitor is the second novel in Alex Gerlis’s highly acclaimed Double Agent series, a follow-up to Every Spy a Traitor.