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*** THE FOLK HORROR NOVEL CRAWLING UNDER YOUR SKIN ***Something moves on the forest floor . . . Josie is at rock bottom. Burned out, heartbroken and recovering from an abusive relationship, she lives a haunted existence after returning to her isolated hometown on the edge of the Forest of Dean.But the tall, dense pine trees are not the only things casting shadows across her skin. Josie's hopes of a fresh start are horribly derailed when she stumbles across a dead woman's decaying, ant-infested body in the woods. The grim discovery sends her into a downward spiral, forcing her to face uncomfortable truths about the victim and her own past - all whilst battling the swarming black ants that seem to have burrowed into her mind . . . and her flesh. As Josie struggles with infestations of all kinds, she scratches the surface of an age-old mystery - a masked predator stalks the forest around Ellwood, a place deeply gripped by ancient folklore and strange customs. So when the village dresses up for its annual festival, Josie gets closer and closer to unveiling a monster, and begins to ask herself:Are these dark crawling insects leading her to uncover the truth?Or is she their next victim?

''An absolute joy'' TJ Klune''A whip-smart, lusciously atmospheric adventure'' Frances White''Fantastic and fresh'' Wesley ChuIn Belle Epoque Paris, a monster is murdering powerful men.Stopping it may be a woman''s job. A researcher at Royal Society for the Study of Abnormal Phenomena, Samantha Harker is more used to papercuts than knife fights. She also harbors a special power, allowing her to into the minds of monsters. It could help her crack this case ¦ or have her thrown into an asylum. Dr Helena Moriarty is the Society''s finest agent who has forged a formidable career, despite the looming shadow of her notorious father. Where Hel''s partners have a way of dying in mysterious circumstances, the recluse Professor Moriarty doesn''t seem far behind. From Paris'' glittering opera house to its darkest catacombs, the investigation pits Sam and Hel against magic, monsters, and men. And beneath their tenuous partnership, something else is growing . . .The worlds of Dracula and Sherlock Holmes collide in this thrilling exploration of feminine power.NetGalley readers LOVE Strange Beasts:''I am speechless! One of my favourite books of the year, and I swear if this isn''t the first book in a series I may go feral!'' ?????''Think Sherlock Holmes x Fantastic Beasts x Supernatural with a sprinkle of Van Helsing ... I loved this book!'' ?????''The perfect book for anyone who loves a puzzley mystery, badass ladies, and a dark atmosphere'' ?????''The perfect mix of murder mystery, gothic horror, fantasy and historical fiction'' ?????

The sea doesn''t forget. It knows all of this has happened before.And will happen again...1840As a vast ship loses its way in the night-time mist, shattering against the cliffs of Crescombe, North Devon, a daring young artist dives into the murky sea. But it''s not for heroism he is risking all: something - or someone - is drawing him into those dark, perilous waters . . .By dawn, only his legacy will survive.NowWhen Finley arrives in Crescombe for the summer, he suspects he''s not alone in his attic bedroom. Before long, he is uncovering secrets the remote seaside town has kept for almost two centuries: about ghosts and curses, about a ruthless old smuggling family, and about the young women whose bodies have washed up along the town''s rocky shoreline, just below his porthole window.Yet the more Finley learns, the further he''s bonded to those who have gone before him - and the closer he comes to meeting the same watery end . . .But this is not just a story about death. It''s about love. It''s about fate. And how, ultimately, the past can pull you under . . .Praise for The Lost Storyteller''A powerful novel about . . . how stories connect us all'' Jenny Colgan''A warm, immersive read that weaves folklore through a story of self-discovery'' Kate Sawyer''A moving story and vivid characters. But it also has that special indefinable something. One of my books of the year'' Tracy Rees

'Don't read before bedtime or you'll stay up until the wee hours of the morning to finish' Reader review ? 'I absolutely adored this book. It was compelling from the start. The historical detail was spot-on and the characters well-drawn' Reader review ? Meet Alma Timperley. She can:- Run a hotel- Solve a mystery- Talk to ghosts...?December, 1914: After the death of her aunt, Alma Timperley is surprised when she suddenly finds herself the heiress to the Timperley Spiritualist Hotel in a pretty coastal town in Cornwall. But not everything is as it seems... the hotel offers guests a very special service: the chance to communicate with the dead. When the body of one of the hotel's maids is found, it is considered a tragic wartime accident. But the more Alma and the local police try to fathom what happened, the more they begin to realise this is much more than just a death - there might be a German spy in Falmouth. With the stakes higher than ever, Alma must grapple with her own extraordinary secret if she is going to have more than a ghost of a chance of solving the mystery. Being able to talk with the dead is one thing; solving their murder is positively ghoulish... ????????If you love murder mysteries with a hint of spookiness, then don't miss this unique and quirky paranormal read!????????Readers LOVE A Ghost Hunter's Guide to Solving a Murder:'If you like historical fiction with a spooky vibe and a thoughtful mystery, this book is definitely worth a read' Reader review ? 'A well-plotted murder mystery wrapped up in an enthralling WW1 spy story' Fiona Leitch''A thoroughly enjoyable ripping yarn' TE Kinsey'A great story' Reader review ? 'Cleverly entertaining' Greg Mosse

Don''t miss Death of a Cheerleader, an utterly gripping psychological thriller written by ex-Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader Marina Evans!Everyone wants to be a Dallas Lonestars Cheerleader, but fame can have a deadly price... The Dallas Lonestars Cheerleaders are untouchable. They are the epitome of glitz and glamour, reeking of hairspray and perfection. But everything changes when America''s Angel and cheerleading captain Jentry Rae Randall is found murdered in the squad''s locker room. Filmmaker Nikki Keegan has the opportunity of a lifetime. Brought in to document the Lonestars'' potential comeback after four disastrous seasons, Nikki is now perfectly placed to investigate the murder of the team''s iconic frontwoman. Nikki turns to cheerleader Shaunette Simmons, the deceased''s best friend, for help. As Nikki becomes closer to Shaunette, the more she suspects that Shaunette is hiding something. But when Shaunette is run off the road and left to die, it''s clear that nobody in this cheer squad is safe. Because some people would kill to be a Dallas Lonestars Cheerleader...

''Stunning'' SARAH HAWLEY''I was completely under this book''s spell'' SASHA PEYTON SMITH''Gothic suspense meets modern romantasy'' EMILY J. TAYLORA sweeping romantic fantasy about a witch who must navigate a ruthless marriage competition - and try not to fall in love along the way. ??Lovett Tamerlane is a silkwitch, her rare magic harnessed only through marriage to a Weaver. But finding a Weaver husband requires status, refinement, and money, all of which Lovett lacks. Her only saving grace is her secret ability: to open any door.But when Lovett opens the wrong one, she finds herself face to face with Eliot Lear, the notorious son of a prominent Weaver. Eliot offers her a life-altering opportunity: entrance to the Vainglory, a competition with the ultimate prize - marriage to Noé Alaire, heir to generations of Weaver wealth.Last year, Eliot''s sister won the Vainglory - and died. Now Lovett must solve the mystery of her death. If she does, Eliot will ensure she has her pick of Weaver suitors, regardless of who wins the competition. Yet unraveling the murder proves far more complicated than either of them anticipated. And Lovett should know better than to take a Weaver at his word.After all . . . what is love without betrayal?Part twisting mystery, part thrilling romance, The Weaver Bride is an unputdownable romantasy steeped in a lush magical world.TROPESreluctant allies to lovers ??+?? =??competition to marry the heir ????murder mystery ?????political intrigue ??magical powers ? READERS LOVE THE WEAVER BRIDE''A masterful blend of intricate storytelling, imaginative world-building, and a rather interesting magical system'' ?????''There''s intrigue, glamour, tragedy, and a murder mystery woven straight through the silk of the plot'' ?????''A unique and refreshing take on "competition for a prince" theme'' ?????''A marriage competition that''s basically The Bachelor but make it dark fantasy'' ?????''Massive cliffhanger. Zero chill. I''m emotionally whiplashed and I loved every second of it'' ?????

This hardback will feature a hidden case foil design for a limited time only. Pre-order to guarantee yours!''DELICIOUSLY DARK AND SEXY'' STEPHANIE GARBER''LUMINOUS AND EXHILARATING'' REBECCA ROSS''ALLURING AS IT IS CUTTING'' ADALYN GRACEThe Wolf Queen''s court enforces few laws.Vanessa Hart plans on breaking each and every one.A fast-paced and romantic fantasy debut, in which a girl must survive ruthless werewolves, a glittering court, and deadly politics to exact revenge on the monsters who destroyed her. Perfect for fans of Belladonna, Crave and Powerless.The night her best friend is brutally slaughtered by wolves, Vanessa Hart''s life is changed forever. Because these are no ordinary wolves . . . they''re werewolves. And soon Vanessa faces an agonising transformation into one of them, as well as a deadly choice: swear her life to the seductive, yet cruel, Wolf Queen''s Court, or suffer a lone wolf''s death.Whisked away to the enchanted Castle Severi, Vanessa cannot forget what has been taken from her, not even when she meets the mesmerising golden prince Sinclair Severi, and his brooding, disgraced cousin, Calix, whose smouldering gaze hides even darker secrets.As Vanessa seeks her vengeance, she learns that all is not as it seems. The Court is at war, and she may simply be a pawn in its lethal game . . .TropesForbidden romance ????Enemies-to-lovers ????Werewolves ????Paranormal romance ????Love triangle ???

''I welcome you with open arms to my book of treasures. It''s a book for all seasons and for all occasions; and it comes to you from me, with armfuls of effusive greetings and salutations, trailing clouds of glory and affection, this offering of treasures made specially for you.'' Joanna LumleyOver the years Joanna Lumley has kept private notebooks, filled with her favourite writings, thoughts and quotes. Now, for the first time, she opens her Book of Treasures to share some of her many and varied jottings with readers.This collection of chosen writings, interspersed with narration from Joanna, features the lines of her best-loved authors, from Shakespeare to Emily Dickinson, pearls of wisdom that she has heard or read, and nuggets of trivia and miscellanea that have made her happy.The book is full of surprise and variety: the wistful keeps company with the acerbic, the sincere slips in besides the absurd. And the result is a jewel box of delights, filled with fabulous titbits.

'This is a bad place. I don't think people are meant to live here.' Longtime residents of Harper's Cove believe that something is wrong with the Widow's Point Lighthouse. Some say it's cursed. Others claim it's haunted. Originally built in 1838, three workers were killed during the lighthouse's construction, including one who mysteriously plunged to his death from the catwalk. That tragic accident was never explained, and it was just the beginning of the terror. In the decades that followed, nearly two dozen additional deaths occurred in or around the lighthouse including cold-blooded murder, suicide, unexplained accidents and disappearances, the slaughter of an entire family, and the inexplicable death of a Hollywood starlet who was filming a movie on the grounds. The lighthouse was finally shuttered tight in 1988 and a security fence was erected around the property. No one has been inside since. Until now. Told across two harrowing incidents from 2017 and 2025, those who enter the Widow's Point Lighthouse searching for supernatural proof and the next big thing find themselves cut off from the outside world. And although no one has recently stepped foot inside the structure, they are not alone. In this remarkable collaboration, father and son writing team, Richard and W.H. Chizmar combine forces to tell a terrifying ghost story that will make you think twice about what's waiting for you in the dark.

OUR NEXT ROMANTASY BOOK-BINGE! PERFECT FOR FANS OF FOURTH WING! 'BLOODY UNPUTDOWNABLE' RACHEL VAN DYKEN One hundred years. Tens of thousands of gladiators. And today, only one will rise . . . Leith of Grey thought he had nothing to lose, that fighting in the gladiator arena was his last, best chance to save his dying sister. He was wrong - and they took everything. His hope. His freedom. His very humanity. All Leith has left is his battle-scarred, rage-fuelled body. Then Leith meets Maeve, an elven royal who is everything he despises. Until the alluring princess offers him the one thing he needs most: a way out. But in a kingdom built on secrets and lies, hope doesn't come cheap. Nor will his revenge . . .

''Lush, complex, and close to the bone, The Decadence filled me with horror in the best way''Krystelle Bamford, author of Idle Grounds''A genuinely creepy and evocative contemporary ghost story . . . this novel intrigues and unsettles''Sharlene Teo, author of Ponti''An exquisitely claustrophobic exploration of the places we do and don''t belong . . . this is a triumph of the queer gothic''Jane Flett, author of FreakslawAt the height of lockdown, a group of flailing twenty-something friends makes an illicit break for freedom.A grand country house stands empty. Once the home of Theo''s great uncle, it seems like the perfect place to get high and hang out in the spring sunshine, as they eschew adult responsibilities.Since meeting as teenagers, rifts have grown amongst the group. Even as they are determined to enjoy themselves, tensions cast shadows between them - politics, sex and lies. The house, too, has its own dark history and exudes a palpable sense of menace.Where do the drugs end and the supernatural begin? Will anger and jealousy tear the friends apart, or will it be more ominous forces? Their stay at Holt House will change them all . . .''The Decadence is both a deeply unnerving read and a sly commentary on the skeletons in Britain''s closet''Victoria Gosling, author of Bliss & Blunder''Lush, sinister, and blackly funny ... Rich, intelligent prose underpins delicate exploration of some of our most profound moral quandaries''Kate Collins, author of A Good House for Children

Pop legend Lulu looks back over her astonishing life with fresh eyes, reflecting on all she has learnt. From the tenements of Glasgow to the Royal Albert Hall and the glittering lights of Hollywood: Lulu''s journey to fame and fortune is like no other British pop star. When she was 14 years old, she was invited down to London to sing, and the rest is history. She stepped into a part she played for the next 40 years. A part she played so well that she gradually lost who she was, becoming the version of herself she thought others wanted to see.The book charts the highs and the lows of one of the longest running shows in British rock and roll history. It is the story of one woman''s determination to stay real, relevant and happy, and one which ultimately reveals a woman who is far stronger and far braver than anyone knew.This is a pop memoir like no other.

Falling in love is never seamless...Phoebe Baker has two passions in life: vintage dresses, and her French Bulldog, Coco Chanel. As the fierce and sassy manager of The Vintage Dress Shop, it''s not only her job, but her calling to make sure everyone leaves her shop with their dream outfit. She doesn''t need anyone or anything when she''s in her frock heaven.When an incident between Phoebe and a customer goes viral and risks damaging the reputation of the shop, Phoebe''s job is suddenly on the line.But Phoebe risks losing more than just her beloved shop; there''s also Freddy, the shop''s business advisor, who''s had enough of being second best to a bunch of second-hand dresses.As Christmas approaches, can Phoebe stitch everything back together again, and open up her heart?EVERYONE ADORES ANNIE DARLING:''The sweetest, most delicious book . . . Such a gorgeous love story'' Marian Keyes''The most uplifting, sumptuously indulgent, romantic joy of a book . . . It tugged all my heartstrings and held me captive until the last, perfect page'' Cressida McLaughlin''Delicious storytelling'' Reader review ?????''Love everything Annie Darling writes'' Reader review ?????''Absolutely gorgeous, swoon worthy romance'' Reader review ?????

IT'S NOT IN YOUR HEAD. IT'S IN THE DATA. To be a woman today is to be overwhelmed from every angle. The data proves that the odds are still stacked against us - biologically, culturally, economically. But that same data can empower us to make choices that will reclaim our time, energy and help us find joy. In Femonomics, economist Corinne Low explodes the myths about what makes women successful and happy such as: - What if flexible working isn't the answer, and we actually need more boundaries? - What if the gender happiness gap was as important as the gender pay gap? - What if you had the power to prioritise things you actually value, rather than the things that other people value? - What if being more 'successful' actually meant putting family before work? Femonomics gives you the tools to design the life you want. It will teach you how to turn your time into money, how to work out what you value, how to invest in the right partner, how to plan your career at every stage, how to organise your family life - and ultimately how to make the world work for you.

From world-leading scientist and New York Times bestselling author of The Language of God, a deeply thoughtful guidebook to discerning what and who we can trust to move us from societal discord to civic harmony.As the COVID-19 pandemic revealed, western society has become not just hyper-partisan, but also deeply cynical; distrustful of traditional sources of knowledge and wisdom such as science and faith. Scepticism about vaccines led to the needless deaths of at least 230,000 Americans, and "Do your own research" is now a rallying cry in many online rabbit holes. Yes, experts can make mistakes, and institutions can lose their moral compass, but there are reliable ways and means to weigh information and navigate truth, and The Road to Wisdom is here to help us rediscover them.Francis Collins reminds us of the four core sources of judgement and clear thinking: truth, science, faith, and trust. Drawing on his scientific work at the forefront of the Human Genome Project and the US National Institutes of Health, as well as on ethics, philosophy, and theology, Collins makes a robust, thoughtful case for each of these sources - their reliability, and their limits. Ultimately, he shows how they work together, not separately - and certainly not in conflict. It is only when we re-link these four pillars of wisdom that we can begin to discern the best path forward in life.?Hopeful, accessible, winsome, and deeply wise, The Road to Wisdom leads us beyond current animosities to surer footing. Here is the moral, philosophical, and scientific framework with which to address the problems of our time - on the world stage, but also in our daily lives.

NICKY GUMBEL - ''This is a great resource for anyone struggling with difficult questions about the Bible'' JUSTIN BRIERLEY - ''An excellent read. I would recommend it to anyone wanting to make sense of Scripture''GLEN SCRIVENER - ''Andrew Ollerton does an excellent job of exploring the immensity of Scripture as well as facing the critiques head on''Does the Bible condone warfare and slavery?Isn''t the New Testament''s teaching on sex outdated?Surely there''s not a literal heaven and hell?These are just some of the questions that popular Bible teacher Andrew Ollerton asks as he helps us navigate the most challenging topics in the Bible.God''s Book follows the biblical plotline from Genesis to Revelation and reveals how to make sense of difficult passages by considering them in their original setting. When we understand the creation story in its ancient context, we won''t need to choose between science or the Bible. When we appreciate that the conquest of Canaan was a unique moment in history, these passages won''t justify violence today.The Bible''s 7 toughest topicsScience versus CreationSlavery and Old Testament lawsWarfare and violenceSufferingMiracles and exorcismsSexHeaven, hell and judgement Andrew concludes each chapter with a letter to a young adult, giving practical advice on each topic. God''s Book is for anyone who is spiritually curious and wants to make sense of the Bible, and for Christians who want to share their faith more confidently in today''s culture.