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Destiny brings two lonely people together in Grand Canary, a moving love story by A J Cronin, one of the master storytellers of the twentieth century. Dr Harvey Leith, brilliant research scientist, awakes from a drunken stupor to find himself aboard a liner bound for the romantic Canary Islands. His past life is in ruins, and his hopes for the future are shattered. But he meets the lovely Mary Fielding on the ship, also looking for a new purpose in her life. It seems to her that they have met somewhere before, in some other place, and that they are meant for each other. There is only one problem – she is already married. Dr Leith’s life becomes inextricably involved with those of the other passengers and he gradually begins to forget the bitterness of the past. In the sultry atmosphere of Grand Canary he finds he has to conquer himself to achieve happiness. Originally published in 1933, Grand Canary is a classic romance from the much-loved author of The Citadel and The Green Years, A J Cronin. It was adapted for the screen in 1934 by director Irving Cummings, starring Academy Award-winning actor Warner Baxter.

From New York to London to St Tropez, All That Glitters is the story of a young woman finding her place in the world and learning the hardest lesson of all – who to trust. From the billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel. Coco Martin, the adored only child of wealthy parents, has lived a charmed existence in their beautiful Manhattan home, spending her summers in a fabulous Hamptons house. Despite her privileged upbringing, Coco’s parents instilled in their daughter their own values of hard work, honesty and kindness. But, just as she enters her twenties, Coco's world is devastated by the sudden death of her beloved parents. Now the heir to a considerable fortune, Coco must find her way in a world that no longer makes sense to her. The estate is protected by a trustee, a close friend of her mother and father – but is he the honourable man she believes him to b? eginning a new life in London, she falls in love with a charismatic, handsome, penniless aristocrat, who introduces her to a world of fabulous parties and extravagance. Coco’s oldest friend, Sam, fears that this whirlwind romance won’t last, but Coco is sure that she has finally found happiness. Caught up in the mayhem of London's glamorous social scene, can Coco find a way to see things as they really are . . . ?

One of A. J. Cronin’s best-loved novels, The Green Years is a compassionate story of a boy’s growth to manhood, set against the harsh reality of life at the turn of the century. Robert Shannon is a young Irish Catholic boy who, orphaned at the age of seven, is brought to live with his mother’s estranged family in Scotland. As he grows up in a dour Presbyterian town, only Robert's great-grandfather – an incorrigible, swaggering, charming, larger-than-life character – seems able to rescue him from the narrow interests of the people who try to shape his life in their own image. Disappointed in love and in his burning ambition to study medicine, the eighteen-year-old Robert sees his future as a blank wall. But, once again, he is saved from despair by his fiery relative, much to the chagrin of the rest of the family . . . Originally published in 1944, The Green Years is a heartfelt classic from A. J. Cronin – a vivid gallery of characters imbued with his customary blend of imagination, insight and tenderness. It was adapted for the screen by director Victor Saville, receiving two nominations at the 1946 Academy Awards.

From Alexandra Potter, author of the bestselling Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up, dreams come true in Me and Mr Darcy – a fun, feel-good fairy tale about life, love and dating literature's most eligible bachelor!Every girl is looking for her Mr Darcy. Imagine if you found the real one. After a string of nightmare relationships, Emily's had it with modern-day men. She'd rather pour herself a glass of wine and curl up with Pride and Prejudice and her beloved Mr Darcy. So what if he’s a fictional her? aced with spending New Year’s at yet another singles party, she books herself on a coach tour of Jane Austen country, but quickly realises she won't find her dream man here - just a coach full of pensioners and one particularly aggravating (if handsome) journalist, Spike. That's until she enters a room and finds herself face-to-face with none other than Darcy himself. The actual, real Mr Darcy. From the book. And, suddenly, every woman's fantasy becomes one woman's reality . . . Praise for Alexandra Potter:'Say hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're 20, 40 or 80' – Heat'Brilliant! Laughing out loud' – Emma Gannon, author of Olive'Funny but layered, light-hearted but surprisingly deep, this is a perfect and inspiring new year read' – Red

A book for anyone who has ever been told they're too much, from the global star of Wicked. Cynthia Erivo learned the music to Wicked a decade before she needed it, not knowing that those same lyrics would change her life. Ten years later, she performed those songs on a world stage, proof that there is always time to keep discovering yourself and it is never too late to build the life you're seeking. In Simply More, through a series of powerful, personal vignettes, Cynthia reflects on the ways that she has grown as an actor and a person, shares the lessons she's learned over years of performing, and reminds us how we are capable of so much more than we think. Through candid anecdotes, learnings and advice, she challenges readers to understand their bodies, strive for balance and be the best version of themselves, authentically and unapologetically. Because when we chase our deepest desires, each small step leads us closer to where we want to go. Part-memoir, part-inspirational manual for better living, Simply More is a must-read for Wicked fans and for anyone seeking greater harmony and fulfilment in their lives.

A thrilling science fiction adventure from this Sunday Times bestselling author.Two estranged lovers fight monsters on a giant Titanic-like submarine . . . Sergeant Nix Marr is a damn good soldier, but she''s desperate to leave her haunted past behind. She lost her best friend and her old flame In the galaxy’s most deadly sunken mines. But even the icy bioluminent ocean can''t extinguish some fires. When Kessandra, everyone''s favorite princess, and Nix''s much-loathed ex, requests Nix''s help investigating a massacre in the abyssal city of Fall, Nix refuses. Vehemently. But Kessandra always gets what she wants.Consigned as Kessandra''s bodyguard, Nix grudgingly boards a luxurious submersible that offers the only transportation to the city of Fall. It''s frustrating, irritating, how quickly Nix and Kess fall back in sync. And much as she tries to fight it, Nix can''t deny their spark. But Kessandra wasn''t truthful - surprise, surprise - and Nix quickly realizes their ‘investigation’ isn''t into the massacre that killed her friend. But they’re seeking what caused it: an illness that incites its victims into a violent craze.When another royal is brutally murdered, it becomes apparent the disease has spread - and no one on the submersible is safe. Suddenly, survival hinges on trusting each other. And this would be a hell of a lot easier if Kessandra didn''t keep lying. Injured and fighting for both their lives, Nix has to decide if she can trust Kessandra again . . . and what she''ll lose this time if she does.Rebecca Thorne''s Can''t Spell Treason without Tea was a Sunday Times HB fiction bestseller w/c 06/05/2024

The Colour of Hope is a thought-provoking, uplifting story about how love can give people the courage to seek out joy and purpose in life. From billion-copy bestselling author Danielle Steel. Isolated and disconnected after her husband’s death, Los Angeles gallery owner Sabrina Thompson escapes to a charming fishing village in south-west France, seeking refuge in the beautiful Château de Bonport. Xavier de Bonport, the owner of the château, is still reeling from the failure of his business during the pandemic, which in turn dealt the final blow to his faltering marriage. As the pair are inspired by each other and the history and charm of the village, Sabrina begins to heal and regain a sense of purpose by involving herself in the community – and Xavier begins to recognize what he needs in order to take a necessary step forward in both his professional and personal life. Sometimes new beginnings can lift people up and give them the courage to heal . . .

For a former English maid, the stakes have never been higher . . .Damned is the final book in the Scarlet Revolution series, a spellbinding adventure of magic, vampires and mayhem from the bestselling author of the Invisible Library series.1794. Eleanor, former English maid, is a member of the League of the Scarlet Pimpernel - and now a promising mage. With a vampire plot thwarted in Paris, the League’s next daring rescue is that of the Pimpernel’s beloved wife, Lady Marguerite, imprisoned in her London townhouse on unjust charges of treason and espionage.But Lady Marguerite’s captivity is only the first threat from the League''s vampiric enemy. With the King known to be ill, possibly mad, England is not as it should be. Vampires conspire to take control over the whole country whilst challenging Eleanor and the League at every turn.But then, using her growing magical powers, Eleanor uncovers a devastating, centuries-old secret. It is one so steeped in blood, that it will change not only England, but the entire vampire world, forever . . .Discover where Eleanor''s journey first began in the Sunday Times bestseller, Scarlet.‘A thoughtful exploration of class and revolution . . . This book is a smart, swashbuckling joy. I loved it’– H.G. Parry, author of The Magician’s Daughter on Scarlet

'Collins remains the most companionable of poetic companions.' – The New York TimesBilly Collins’s poetry collection Dog Show celebrates the joy of our canine best friends, honouring the love we feel for the animals who play such vital roles in our lives. In twenty-five poems, Collins distills the many ways dogs warm our hearts, from the happiness we experience as we watch a dog run unencumbered by our burdens, to the silliness of cradling a dog in our arms as we step on the scale together. Turning his inimitable eye and ear to the complexities of dog behaviour, Collins ponders all that these winning creatures give us and what we learn from them about ourselves. For more than four decades Collins has delighted readers with his insight, wit, and clear poetic voice. In Dog Show, 'America’s favorite poet' (The Wall Street Journal) illuminates man's best friend (sorry, cat lovers). Accompanied by Pamela Sztybel’s watercolours, which effortlessly depict a dog’s humble grace, Dog Show reveals the profound role these majestic animals play in our lives and the meaning they give us.

The instant New York Times bestsellerA book for anyone who has ever been told they’re too much, from the global star of Wicked. Cynthia Erivo learned the music to Wicked a decade before she needed it, not knowing that those same lyrics would change her life. Ten years later, she performed those songs on a world stage, proof that there is always time to keep discovering yourself and it is never too late to build the life you’re seeking. In Simply More, through a series of powerful, personal vignettes, Cynthia reflects on the ways that she has grown as an actor and a person, shares the lessons she’s learned over years of performing, and reminds us how we are capable of so much more than we think. Through candid anecdotes, learnings and advice, she challenges readers to understand their bodies, strive for balance and be the best version of themselves, authentically and unapologetically. Because when we chase our deepest desires, each small step leads us closer to where we want to go. Part-memoir, part-inspirational manual for better living, Simply More is a must-read for Wicked fans and for anyone seeking greater harmony and fulfilment in their lives. * Simply More was a n.7 NYT bestseller w/e 07/12/2025.

''Ruth Kelly is my go-to for destination thrillers'' Andrea Mara''Queen of the chilling thriller'' Veronica Henry***She was your best friendShe knew you better than anyone, but people drift apart.And now she’s turned up out of the blue, inviting you to a glamorous New Year''s Eve afterparty – to remind you of the fun you used to have.But then she goes missing.And everyone suspects you are involved with her disappearance.You ask yourself – she knows all your secrets, but do you know hers?***From bestselling author Ruth Kelly, The Afterparty is a spine-tingling thriller set in Amsterdam. Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and Sarah Pearse.

Discover an underwater wonderland of cheerful creatures!Dive into a bubbly world of lovable marine life! With Mangatopia: Sea Creatures, you can go on an oceanic adventure full of octopus baristas, bashful narwhals, sun-kissed merkittens, cuddly sea slugs, and so much more. Every sunny colouring page overflows with adorable ocean dwellers, all hand-drawn in joyful kawaii and chibi styles.• Immerse yourself in more than 45 pages of coloring art brimming with cuteness• Use crayons, gel pens, and even watercolours to bring each salty scene to life• Easily tear out and share your aquatic art with friends thanks to perforated pagesFrom its dancing jellyfish and dapper lobsters to its curious krakens and mischievous seals, Mangatopia: Sea Creatures is a treasure trove of creativity that travels to the sweetest depths of the sea!

A bold, trailblazing history that asks: what if the movements that built the modern world – the Enlightenment, democracy, the Industrial Revolution – were more catastrophic than we ever imagined? In this radical rethinking of modernity, Professor Clifton Crais argues that the era between 1750 and the early 1900s – seen by many as the birth of the Anthropocene – should instead be known as the Mortecene: the Age of Killing. Killing brought the world together and tore it apart, as violence and commerce converged to create a new and terrible world order that drove the growth of global capitalism. Profiteering warlords left a trail of devastation across Africa, Asia, and the Americas, committing mass-scale slaughter of humans and animals, and sparking an environmental crisis that remains the most pressing threat facing the world today. Drawing on decades of scholarship and a range of new sources, The Killing Age turns our vision of past and present on its head, illuminating the Mortecene in all its horror: how it has shaped who we are, what we value, what we fear, and the precarious planet we must now confront.

Revel in chillingly cheerful characters and jolly scenes! Have yourself a monstrous Merry Christmas with Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas, a winter wonderland where cozy meets creepy under the mistletoe. Enjoy haunted gingerbread houses, simmering cauldrons of cocoa, jaunty vampire Santas delivering gifts, ghoulishly cute Yule log cakes, happy bats catching snowflakes and so much more. Explore more than 45 pages of adorably eerie kawaii art. Use crayons, gel pens and even watercolours to bring these charming creatures to life. From its sledding skeletons to its gleeful grim reapers, Mangatopia Spoopy Christmas is a holiday treat for anyone who celebrates spooky season all year long.

Return to the cosy fantasy world of the No. 1 New York Times bestselling Legends & Lattes series with Brigands & Breadknives by Travis Baldree, a new adventure featuring fan-favorite, foul-mouthed bookseller Fern.Fern has weathered the stillness and storms of a bookseller’s life for decades, but now, in the face of crippling ennui, transplants herself to the city of Thune to hang out her shingle beside a long-absent friend’s coffee shop. What could be a better pairing? Surely a charming renovation montage will cure what ails her!If only things were so simple . . .It turns out that fixing your life isn’t a one-time prospect, nor as easy as a change of scenery and a lick of paint.A drunken and desperate night sees the rattkin waking far from home in the company of a legendary warrior surviving on inertia, an imprisoned chaos-goblin with a fondness for silverware, and an absolutely thumping hangover.As together they fend off a rogue’s gallery of ne’er-do-wells trying to claim the bounty the goblin represents, Fern may finally reconnect with the person she actually is when there isn’t a job to get in the way.

''A poignant, emotional story with a surprising kick of realism'' - Sunderland EchoHeartbreak and family loyalty collide in Rita Bradshaw''s number one bestselling Dancing in the Moonlight.As her mother lies dying, twelve-year-old Lucy Fallow promises to look after her younger siblings and keep house for her father and two older brothers.Over the following years the Depression tightens its grip. Times are hard and Lucy''s situation is made more difficult by the ominous presence of Tom Crawford, the eldest son of her mother''s lifelong friend.Lucy''s growing friendship with Tom''s younger brother Jacob only fuels Tom''s obsession with her. He persuades Lucy''s father and brothers to work for him on the wrong side of the law as part of his plan to force Lucy to marry him.Tom sees Lucy and Jacob dancing together one night, and a chain of heartbreaking events are set in motion. Torn apart from the boy she loves, Lucy wonders if she and Jacob will ever dance in the moonlight again . . .