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"M.A. Wardell''s stories are sweetness and spice wrapped into a big warm hug." Alice Oseman, author of HEARTSTOPPEROn paper, they''re a disaster. In the sheets, they''re a perfect match.Kent Lester is proud of the joyful, thriving learning community he''s created as principal of Lear Elementary School. But six years after his divorce, he''s ready to focus on his personal life and spread his bisexual wings. Things get off to a rocky start when Kent''s first date is an uptight control freak — although that doesn''t stop them tangling some sheets.?Vincent Manda never seems able to move past the friend zone, and besides, he''s not sure anyone can handle his OCD. But that night with the bearded, older Kent revealed a side of Vincent he''d never experienced before. And he''s equal parts scared of and desperate for a repeat.?When Lear''s test scores take a nosedive, Kent finds himself under the microscope. Forced to implement new software to monitor and collect school data, he''s horrified to discover that Vincent is working on the project. With his last install ending less than ideally, Vincent''s job depends on this one succeeding — and butting heads with the principal won''t help. Vincent and Kent need to view each other in a new light, but that could change their futures forever.Perfect for fans of Casey McQuiston and Anita Kelly.Now with bonuses! A new epilogue and artwork of the characters.

At the age of 16, a boy amongst men, Andy Farrell made his first-team debut for Wigan Warriors – and became a father for the first time. At 18, he won his first senior international cap. At 21, he won his first Man of Steel Award for the Super League player of the year. He went on to win the Golden Boot award for world player of the year.All of that on its own would have been enough to make him a sporting legend – and none of it even hinted at the fascinating second chapter of his sporting life, as a rugby union player with Saracens and England, or the third chapter, as a highly successful and beloved union coach. Under his leadership, Ireland have played a brilliant brand of rugby combining precision and freedom, and have won two of the past three Six Nations championships.Warm, thoughtful and passionate, Andy Farrell is not just a brilliant rugby man: he is a fascinating human being. His autobiography brings us back to his childhood in Wigan, when he made a meteoric ascent to the highest levels of rugby league. He writes about his ambitious attempt to remake himself as a rugby union player in his thirties. He writes about the importance of family in his life and he traces the journey that has led to him become one of rugby''s most successful coaches, explaining what he has learned about leadership along the way.

When the Line Between Enemy and Lover Blurs, Betrayal Is the Only Certainty. The thrilling third book in the TikTok sensation Ever Seas series!‘This was EPIC’ 5* Reader Review‘SO freaking GOOD!!!' 5* Reader Review‘Why are L.J. Andrews’ books my favourite things to exist ever?' 5* Reader Review—She tried to kill him, so he made her his wife. Skadi first met her husband-to-be with blades in hand on the opposite side of a battle. She lost, and he claimed his prize. To her horror, the king of the shadow elves agrees to marry her off to Jonas, a fae prince, as a way to unite their kingdoms against a shared enemy — the light elves. Skadi knows the marriage is nothing but a political game. Feelings won’t come into play. Except her new husband makes not falling in love...challenging. When new threats arise, Skadi must decide to either love her enemy or keep him alive by betraying him to another. Tropes:Enemies-to-loversPolitical marriageMarriage of convenienceFae royaltyBetrayal

The world is at war, and oceans have become battlefields. Napoleon Bonaparte, tyrant of France, has crushed one country after another. Now his cruel eyes are fixed on Britain.Only one man can stop him – Horatio Nelson.Young Horatio Nelson went to sea when he was just twelve, but he has never shown a trace of fear. His friends are amazed that somebody so small and slight can be so brave. But now he faces the greatest test of all.From the snows of the North to the shores of Egypt, Nelson must lead the fightback against the French war machine. But as Britain’s survival hangs by a thread, what price will he pay to save his country?The Adventures in Time series brings the past alive for twenty-first century children. These stories are every bit as exciting as those of Harry Potter or Matilda Wormwood. The only difference is they actually happened...

Pre-order the dazzling finale in The House of Marionne series by Sunday Times bestselling author, J.Elle . . .--With the future of the Order clouded in uncertainty, and the evil within its ranks coming to the surface, everyone Quell cares about is gone and she still can’t escape the powerful legacy that wants to destroy her.Meanwhile, a darkness festers inside Dragunheart Jordan Wexton.His path to survival means becoming the monster he was bred to hate, if he can overcome the power rotting within himself.In a world where the line between proper and forbidden magic blurs, Quell and Jordan, along with two unlikely allies, must navigate a treacherous path where freedom hangs by a thread.Will rivalries and deadly betrayals shatter their hearts and destroy the world they once knew?--Praise for the series''An enemies-to-lovers romance, a cast of intriguing characters, and a shocking, twist-filled ending kept me hooked.'' Five star reader review''Dark, gothic, creepy, addicting J has created a new dark academia world for us all to get invested in'' Five star reader review''Alluring. Dark. Thrilling. House of Marionne was stunning, elegant and magical. Full of glitz and glamor. Heart pounding'' Five star reader review

'Quintessentially indispensable … brimming with generosity and love of life' Juliet Nicolson'India's voice is one of irrepressible joy, guiding you through making your home a reflection of yourself - a testament to your own personality, rather than what’s ‘in’ on social media ... a must-buy for anyone looking to bring more joy into their homes’ Rukmini IyerIn this book inspired by her phenomenally popular Substack newsletter, India Knight explores the essence of what makes a home, debunking intimidating ideas about ‘taste’ and trends, offering practical and reassuring advice for every room, and above all celebrating the joy and comfort that comes from being surrounded by things you love. This is partly a book about a feeling. We all know it, regardless of where we live. Home is when you open the front door and exhale. In this joyous, practical, wise and entertaining book, inspired by her phenomenally popular Substack newsletter, India Knight explores and celebrates the essence of what makes a home. Whether it is grand or modest, urban or rural, rented or owned, shared or occupied solo, her mission is to make you sigh with contentment the moment you’re through your front door. From understanding the best lightbulbs and the most flattering paint colours, or knowing what to make when you’ve asked people to dinner and have forgotten (or maybe never learned) how to cook, Home debunks intimidating ideas about ‘taste’ and celebrates the timeless importance of charm. Inspiring you to think imaginatively about how to use the things you’ve already got, advising you on what to look out for when buying a sofa, and opening your eyes to the transformative power of a well-chosen picture frame, India will steer you far, far away from trends and Instagram and helps you find, trust – and take pride in – what you like. Going from the hallway to the bedroom, via the bathroom, the kitchen, the sitting room and all the spaces in between, India shares everything she knows about how to create and find joy in every room. Along the way she shares life lessons, tips and stories of the things and people that have shaped her, and the places she has called home. So, step over the threshold and come on in.

Transform the way you see winter and unlock its quiet power to restore, heal and inspire'A beautiful book full of wisdom, insight and comfort.' Owen O'Kane, psychotherapist and bestselling author--Too often, we prepare ourselves to endure, rather than enjoy, the winter months. The Gifts of Winter is your reminder that this can be a magical season, rich with natural miracles and spectacular beauty, as well as the perfect time to slow down, restore and reset for the year ahead. But to benefit, we need to embrace winter, rather than pretend it's not happening. Part contemplative, part practical, this transformative guide will inspire you to lean into winter as a period of rest and reflection and learn how to unlock its healing powers so your body and brain can thrive. Chartered psychologist, Dr Stephanie Fitzgerald, draws upon decades of clinical expertise and her personal experience of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), to show you how to navigate winter's challenges and uncover its joys. Woven with simple tips, mindset advice and regular reflection prompts, as well as charming illustrations to help bring winter to life, with this beautiful book you will come to see winter in a whole new, positive light.

For DI Andrew Hicks, solving a murder is logical: your first suspicions are usually right.So when the brutally beaten body of a young woman is found, Hicks immediately turns his attention to the most likely culprit – her possessive ex-husband.But when a second body is found, similarly beaten, Hicks is forced to think again about his suspect.As the death toll starts rising, Hicks realises he’s dealing with something much darker – and deadlier – than he’d imagined.A serial killer is at large – one who revels in chaos.To stop the senseless murders, Hicks must bring the killer to justice.But will his own demons stand in the way?

***PRE-ORDER THE HILARIOUS NEW AUTOBIOGRAPHY FROM STRICTLY COME DANCING WINNER, CHRIS MCCAUSLAND***Strictly star Chris McCausland was a successful stand-up, actor, TV presenter and panel show favourite long before he danced into the hearts of the nation with his ground-breaking performances on the BBC’s biggest show.After growing up in Liverpool and studying software engineering at Kingston University, Chris lost his sight at the age of twenty-two. Forced to rethink his career plans, he worked in sales before applying for a job as a spy at MI5. But, following an appearance at an open mic night in 2003, he turned his hand to stand-up. National Security’s loss was comedy’s gain. And he promises that his book ‘will be really funny’.

PRE-ORDER THE HOTTEST THRILLER OF THE SUMMER! Six people land on a desert island ready to make their reality show debut.But three weeks and eighteen episodes later, five of the six contestants sit in a Portuguese police station, and none of them are winners.Because twelve million people were watching when Rhys Sutton died. The best friend, the rival, the girlfriend, the lover, and the sworn enemy are left standing. And no-one is talking. But how do you keep secrets when the world has been watching?Especially when, just a day before his murder, Rhys was the most hated man on television.

*PRE-ORDER NOW! A DELIGHTFULLY TWISTY NEW MURDER MYSTERY, PERFECT FOR COSY CRIME FANS AND DOG LOVERS EVERYWHERE*They''ve got a lot of leads...but can they collar a killer?When Charlie Boardman and his beloved Staffy, Ruby, stumble across a corpse in the woods, the sleepy coastal town of Framstone is rocked by the discovery that the local pub landlord has been murdered.Charlie and his fellow dogwalkers take it upon themselves to try and sniff out any clues that might help the local police with their investigation.But what begins as idle speculation and gossip quickly becomes something more sinister, when Charlie starts receiving anonymous threats warning him off the case.Then, a second body washes up on the beach…Can Charlie hunt down a killer, before he becomes the next victim?

THE RUNAWAY JAPANESE BESTSELLER, NOW AVAILABLE IN ENGLISHPre-order now and discover the enchanting tale of an aged, near-blind, book-loving king and the stories he collects about unusual and magical books...__________A book that makes the sound of turning pages fractionally too early, infuriating its readers; a diary shared by two children with painful secrets; a photo album left by a dying father for when his daughter gets married . . .An elderly book-loving king sends two subjects on a mission: to travel the world collecting stories about weird and wonderful books. Upon their return, they recount their stories for the king over the course of thirteen nights.From the comically irreverent to the heartrending to the heartwarming, The Neverending Book delves into all that a book can be, forming an enchanting compendium that reveals the ways in which we interact with books, and the importance they hold in our hearts - all told through the tale of two subjects gathering stories about books for their blind, book-loving king.__________

'As gritty and hard-driving a thriller as you'll find . . . The action never stops, the language sings and stings' Washington Post Clement Mansell knows how easy it is to get away with murder. The crazed killer is back on the Detroit streets - thanks to some nifty courtroom moves by his lawyer - and this time he's feeling invincible enough to execute a crooked Motown judge. Homicide Detective Raymond Cruz thinks the 'Oklahoma Wildman' crossed the line long before this latest outrage, and he's determined to see that the psycho does not slip through the legal system's loopholes a second time. But that means a good cop is going to have to play somewhat fast and loose with the rules - in order to manoeuvre Mansell into a showdown that he won't be walking away from.

From the acclaimed author of The Pursuit of Glory and Frederick the Great, a riotous biography of the charismatic ruler of 18th-century Poland and Saxony - and his catastrophic reign.''It''s been a superb year for history but Augustus the Strong ranks up there with the very very best! I cant recommend it strongly enough'' - Simon Sebag-Montefiore''The wonderful story of one of the worst monarchs in European history, told with enormous wit and scholarship by a supremely talented historian. If you have the slightest interest in Germans, Poles, porcelain, jewels, the Enlightenment, military disasters or the pleasures of fox-tossing, then this is the book for you'' - Dominic Sandbrook*Shortlisted for the Elizabeth Longford Prize for Historical Biography 2025*Augustus is one of the great what-ifs of the 18th century. He could have turned the accident of ruling two major realms into the basis for a powerful European state – a bulwark against the Russians and a block on Prussian expansion. Alas, there was no opportunity Augustus did not waste and no decision he did not get wrong. By the time of his death Poland was fatally damaged and would subsequently disappear as an independent state until the 20th century.Tim Blanning’s wonderfully entertaining and original new book is a study in failed statecraft, showing how a ruler can shape history as much by incompetence as brilliance. Augustus’s posthumous sobriquet ‘The Strong’ referred not to any political accomplishment, but to his legendary physical strength and sexual athleticism.Yet he was also one of the great creative artists of the age, combining driving energy, exquisite taste and apparently boundless resources to master-mind the creation of peerless Dresden, the baroque jewel of jewels. Augustus the Strong brilliantly evokes this time of opulence and excess, decadence and folly.

The ending of the slave trade and abolition of slavery by European powers during the 19th century is generally told as the work of enlightened liberals fighting against entrenched slaving interests in Africa, the Caribbean, and European capitals. Sudhir Hazareesingh here turns this narrative on its head, showing how the enslaved resisted their oppressors from the earliest years of the Atlantic slave trade in the 16th century until the abolition of slavery in the United States in 1865, and how this opposition was the driving force for change.Daring To Be Free portrays the struggle for liberation from the perspective of the enslaved, wherever possible in their own words. It shines a light on the lives of revolutionaries like Toussaint Louverture, José Antonio Aponte, Nat Turner, and the pregnant rebel Solitude; freed writers of narrative accounts like Frederick Douglass and Ottobah Cugoano; and the countless maroons, insurgents and conspirators whose acts of defiance destabilised the slave order in the colonies and galvanized the movement for abolition in France, Britain, and the United States. Hazareesingh gives particular emphasis to the powerful roles of women as campaigners, disruptors and warriors.Drawing on written archives and oral history, as well as a rich body of secondary sources, the book traces the networks of cooperation that connected runaway settlements, covert rebellions and organized uprisings from Haiti, Jamaica, Brazil and Cuba to Mauritius and the United States. It shows us how the struggle for liberty was shaped not only by western Enlightenment ideals but by the spiritual, martial, and religious influences from the lives of the enslaved in Africa before the Middle Passage – and by the inspiring example of Haiti, the first successful anticolonial revolution and the first independent black state, which echoed down the 19th century.Daring To Be Free reshapes our understanding of Atlantic slavery by portraying how enslaved lives were defined not by their dehumanisation at the hands of colonialists and slavers but by their own resilience, solidarity, and commitment to freedom. It also examines the afterlife of the slave trade in contemporary discussions about the legacy of slavery and possibilities for redress, reparations, and memorial in our own time.

Set in the turbulent decade of the 1940s, The Women''s Courtyard provides an inverted perspective on the Partition. Mastur’s novel gives expression to the preoccupations of the women in the courtyard, fighting different battles with loud voices. The novel follows a Muslim girl, Aliya, and her family, about and around the climax of the Independence struggle. While the national struggle rages on the street, Aliya, Aunty and the residents of the courtyard are tethered hopelessly to their own problems of life and death. The Women’s Courtyard is an experience in suffocation. Within the strict religious and social framework of a rigid Muslim family, there is a purdah between Aliya and the rest of the world.