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The thirteenth instalment in the bestselling DORK DIARIES series, now with over 45 million books in print worldwide! OMG! Nikkis birthday party is going to be beyond awesome! Her BFFs are planning a SUPERcool pool party, with a cake, a DJ, and the perfect invitations. Organizing a big party for one hundred people is easy, right? UMMM wrong! When Mom says its too expensive, soon its looking like Nikkis dream party will be a total dorky disaster - cringe! Can Nikki and her BFFs come up with a plan to save the day, or will there be major birthday drama?!Other books in the DORK DIARIES series: Book 1:Dork Diaries Book 2:Party Time Book 3:Pop Star Book 3 1/2:How to Dork Your Diary Book 4:Skating Sensation Book 5:Dear Dork Book 6:Holiday Heartbreak Book 7:TV Star Book 8:Once Upon a Dork Book 9:Drama Queen Book 10:Puppy Love Book 11:Frenemies Forever Book 12:Crush Catastrophe Book 14:Spectacular Superstar Book 15: I Love Paris!-Coming soon!

Negotiation is a key skill for your job, your closest relationships, and even your everyday life, but often people shy away from it,feeling like they're marching into battle or that they're settling for less. Enter Alexandra Carter, ClinicalProfessor of Law and Director of the Mediation Program at Columbia University, NYC, who has taught students, business professionals and even the UnitedNations for more than a decade on this very topic. In Ask for More: Ten Questions to Improve Your Negotiations, YourRelationships and Your Life, Carter brings her breadth of knowledge to help anyone, regardless of their situation, ask for - andget - more. Rather than adhering to the popular narrative that only the loudest and most assertive among us get what they want, Carterinvites readers to rethink negotiation entirely. Through asking open-ended questions rather than panicked ones, you'll be betterable to steer a conversation, a negotiation, and ultimately a relationship for long-term success. She teaches a simple, yetpowerful, ten-question framework for successful negotiation. The first five questions are the ones you first need to ask yourself(called mirror questions) and the last five are the ones you ask who you're negotiating with (called window questions). Theresponses to such questions as what's brought me here?, how do I feel? and what do I need? will pave the way for a productiveconversation based on values and needs. Carter's method helps readers go far beyond one ';yes' or handshake to create valuethat lasts a lifetime. Accessible, powerful, and inspiring, Ask for More gives readers the tools to bring clarity and perspective to any importantdiscussion.

AS READ ON BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK. The fascinating story of how we have gone out to eat, from the ancient Romans in Pompeii to the luxurious Michelin-starred restaurants of today. Tracing its earliest incarnations in the city of Pompeii, where Sitwell is stunned by the sophistication of the dining scene, this is a romp through history as we meet the characters and discover the events that shape the way we eat today. Sitwell, restaurant critic for the Daily Telegraph and famous for his acerbic criticisms on the hit BBC show MasterChef, tackles this enormous subject with his typical wit and precision. He spies influences from an ancient traveller of the Muslim world, revels in the unintended consequences for nascent fine dining of the French Revolution, reveals in full hideous glory the post-Second World War dining scene in the UK and fathoms the birth of sensitive gastronomy in the US counterculture of the 1960s. This is a story of the ingenuity of the human race as individuals endeavour to do that most fundamental of things: to feed people. It is a story of art, politics, revolution, desperate need and decadent pleasure. Sitwell, a familiar face in the UK and a figure known for the controversy he attracts, provides anyone who loves to dine out, or who loves history, or who simply loves a good read with an accessible and humorous history. The Restaurant is jam-packed with extraordinary facts; a book to read eagerly from start to finish or to spend glorious moments dipping in to. It may be William Sitwell's History of Eating Out, but it's also the definitive story of one of the cornerstones of our culture.

';A thrilling, original, evocative and eerie tale - I adored it!' Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic ';A thrilling page-turner. Madame Pinchbeck is a gloriously Dickensian villain' Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky Song Ghosts, gadgets, likeable villains and unlikely heroes: The Vanishing Trick is a dark and dazzling adventure' Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse ';A completely enthralling tale, oozing with atmosphere and originality' Catherine Doyle, author of The Storm Keepers Island ';Jenni Spangler is the next big voice in children's magical history novels' Lucy Powrie, author of The Paper & Hearts SocietyDeliciously dark and atmospheric I couldn't get enough Nizrana Farook, author of The Girl Who Stole An Elephant A spectacular heart-stopping adventure in a dark and dangerous Victorian world Tamsin Winter, author of Jemima Small Versus the Universe An eventful gothic adventure full of secrets and surprises Sunday Times Book of The Week?Step into a world of secrets, folklore and illusions, where nothing is as it seems and magic is at play Madame Augustina Pinchbeck,travels the country conjuring the spirits of dearly departed loved ones... for a price. Whilst her ability to contact ghosts is a game of smoke and mirrors, there is real magic behind her tricks too - if you know where to look. Through a magical trade, she persuades children to part with precious objects, promising to use her powers to help them. But Pinchbeck is a deceiver, instead turning their items into enchanted Cabinets that bind the children to her and into which she can vanish and summon them at will. When Pinchbeck captures orphan Leander, events are set into motion that see him and his new friends Charlotte and Felix, in a race against time to break Pinchbeck's spell, before one of them vanishes forever#TheVanishingTrickA historical adventure with a magical twist from an outstanding debut talent. Perfect for fans of Michelle Harrison, Sophie Anderson and Emma Carroll.

A fantastic debut from a HILARIOUS and brilliantly ORIGINAL NEW VOICE in women's fiction . . . ';I loved it. It's an absolute joy . . . I finished the book with a huge smile on my face' BETH O'LEARY, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Flatshare';A dazzling debut. Christina has a fresh, fun voice I laughed and cried in abundance!' HEIDI SWAIN, Sunday Times bestselling authorMy brother's getting married in a few weeks and asked for help picking a song for his first dance. I suggested Kiss's ';Love's a Slap in the Face'.It didn't go down well.When she was a teenager, Zo Frixos fell in love with Simon Baxter, her best friend and the boy next door. But his family moved to America before she could tell him how she felt and, like a scratched record, she's never quite moved on. Now, almost twenty years later, Simon is heading back to London, newly single and as charming as ever . . .But as obstacles continue to get in her way Simon's perfect ex-girlfriend,her brother's big(ish) fat(ish) Greek wedding, and an obnoxious publicist determined to ruinher career Zo begins to wonder whether, after all these years, she and Simon just aren't meant to be.What if, despite what all the songs and movies say, yourfirst love isnt always allits cracked up to be? What if, insteadZo and Simon areforever destined to shuffle around their feelings for each other, never quite getting the steps right . . .With a smart, relatable central character and razor-sharp wit,Love Songs for Scepticsis perfect for fans of Mhairi McFarlane, Lucy Vine and Lindsey Kelk.';Brilliantly written, Love Songs for Sceptics is warm, engaging and so funny. I am officially a huge fan and cant wait for more from Christina'LUCY VINEI absolutely lovedLove Songs for Sceptics.Hope infused into every page- JOYOUS MIRANDA DICKINSON ';Christina is a breath of fresh air, and her book throbs with fun and sentiment. A wry modern eye and a sparkling debut' JULIET ASHTON, author of The Sunday Lunch Club Engaging, relatable and brilliantly funny! JOANNA BOLOURI, author ofRelight My Fire ';An exciting new talent. Funny, sharp and real it'll make your heart sing'LAURA KEMP, author of The Year of Surprising Acts of KindnessI loved this book. Christina's debut is funny, relatable, and smart. And also made me hungry for Greek food! CATHERINE BENNETTO, author ofHow Not to Fall in Love Actually

The new relentlessly suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat thriller from master storyteller Robert Crais.

From the bestselling author ofAnatomy of a Scandal a new thought-provoking novel exploring the complexity of motherhood and all that connects and disconnects us.

From internationally bestselling author Sandrone Dazieri comes the thrilling conclusion to the unrelentingly suspenseful(Booklist, starred review) Caselli and Torre trilogyin which two damaged but deductively brilliant detectives must sort out what is real and what is imagined.

FROM THE ACCLAIMED AUTHOR OFTHE LAST PEARLANDDANCING AT THE VICTORY CAFE, this is a beautiful novel about family secretsand redemption.How far will one woman journey to uncover a long-lost family secret? 1930s, London. Having grown up on a secluded Scottish estate with her aunt Phoebe, Caroline is shocked to discover that Phoebe is actually her mother and flees to Egypt in rebellion. Quickly finding herself in an unhappy marriage, Caroline has an affair with an old flame, but soon finds herself pregnant with his child. With her personal life in tatters and WWII approaching, she volunteers to smuggle valuable information into Europe for the British government. But when Caroline finally returns from war, her baby is gone. Will she be able to track him down? 2002, Australia. When Melissa discovers a postcard addressed to Desmond among her recently deceased fathers effects, she is determined to discover this persons identity and his relationship to her father. She embarks on a journey that will take her across oceans to discover more about her familys past . . . Praise for Leah Fleming: I enjoyed it enormously. Its a moving and compelling story about a lifetimes journey in search of the truth RACHEL HORE, bestselling author of LAST LETTER HOME A born storyteller KATE ATKINSON

ONE OF THE GENRES STANDOUT STARS - THERE IS SO MUCH HEART IN THIS BOOK! heatEscape to the beautiful town of Littlewood with this heart-warming read,perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley, Holly Hepburn and Jo Thomas. Welcome to Brew, a cafe where kindness is almost as important as coffee... almost!Abbie has fled London and the humiliation of not being able to make rent after being made redundant.Her sister, Louise,unlucky in love, has thrown herself into her career at the local hospital. And Eszter, who has travelled from Hungary with her daughterZoe, is hopingto fulfil her husbands dying wish:to reunite his family. This summer, three very different women are inspired by the random acts of kindness written up on the Kindness Board at Brew, and decide tomake a pact to be kinder to others and to themselves.Can a little bit of kindness really change your life? Eszter, Abbie and Louise are about to find out!**Summer at the Kindness Cafewas previouslypublished as a four-part serial titled Random Acts of Kindness. This is the complete story in one package.**Your favourite authors LOVE Summer at the Kindness Cafe: A heart-warming read -cosy and comforting. I loved it! HEIDI SWAIN';Utterly gorgeous, a totally heart-warming, beautiful story. I loved every single page!'HOLLY MARTINA really lovely story - heart-warmingand life affirmingJO THOMAS';Warmth and kindness on every page' SHEILA OFLANAGAN';I adored Summer at The Kindness Cafe - its such a cosy, heart-warming read' JENNIFER JOYCESummer at the Kindness Cafeticks all the feel-good boxes HOLLY HEPBURN, author of A Year at the Star and Sixpence';An entertaining and timely reminder that a random act of kindness can change not only someones day, but also someones life' PENNY PARKES,author of BestPractice';Such an uplifting, warm story, with characters I already feel like I know. I loved every minute of it!' CRESSIDA MCLAUGHLIN';Victoria Walters has such a wonderful, fresh voice and the charactersreally do leap off the page. The perfect pick-me-up, and a timely reminder of the importance of kindness in every part of life' PHOEBE MORGAN

Timely, vivid and enthralling it's unputdownable' Miranda Seymour, author ofThe Bugatti QueenOne of the greatest motor racing stories Nick Mason Dick Seaman was thearchetypal dashing motorsport hero of the 1930s, the first Englishman to win a race for Mercedes-Benz and the last Grand Prix driver to die at the wheel before theoutbreak of the Second World War. Award-winning author Richard Williamsreveals the remarkable but now forgotten story of a driver whose battles against theleading figuresof motor racings golden age inspired the post-war generation ofBritish champions. The son of wealthy parents, educated at Rugby and Cambridge, Seaman grew up in a privileged world of house parties, jazz and fast cars. But motor racing was no mere hobby: it became such an obsession that he dropped out of university to pursue his ambitions, squeezing money out of his parents to buy better cars. When he was offered a contractwiththe world-beating, state-sponsored Mercedes team in 1937, he signed up despite the growing political tensions between Britain and Germany. Ayear later, he celebrated victory in the German Grand Prix with the beautiful 18-year-old daughter of thefounder ofBMW. Their wedding that summer would force a split with his family, a costly rift that had not been closed six months later when he crashed in the rain while leading at Spa, dying withhis divided loyalties seemingly unresolved.He was just 26 years old.A Race with Love and Deathis a gripping tale of speed, romance and tragedy. Set in an era of rising tensions, where the urge to live each moment to the full never seemed more important, it is a richly evocative story that grips from first to last.

*** Join the residents of Larkford for a festive fling as the snow falls, secrets are revealed and romance blossoms under the mistletoe! *** Full of humour, warmth and characters you care about - this is a festive read youre sure to loveWomans Weekly Larkford Surgery isthe heart of a tightknit community in the Cotswolds, as well asa hotbed of drama, rivalry, resentment and romance - and thats just the doctors Dr Holly Grahamis finding life with two sets of twins exhausting. Even with husbandDr Taffy Jonesand devoted friendElsieby her side, she is completely outnumbered. Making the transition back to work will be no easy feat but a regular slot on Radio Larkford as their on-air doctor might be the perfect stepping stone, until an unexpected job offerchanges everything. Dr Alice Walker'snew canine clinic at Larkford Surgerywith Coco,her assistance dog,has been a storming success. If only shipping her best friend,Dr Tilly Grainger, in from South America to cover for Holly had been such a smooth transition. It seems that Tilly isn't finding life in the peaceful Cotswolds valley as rewarding as she'd hoped, and she is causing chaos ... Curl up with the wonderful new novel from the bestselling author ofOut of Practiceand winner of the RNA Romantic Comedy Award 2017. Praise for Penny Parkes Hugely enjoyable' Catherine Isaac ';Larkford is still my happy place' Katie Fforde Delightfully warm Jo Thomas ';Has everything: warmth, humour, drama, laughter and a few tears' Milly Johnson ';A pure delight' Julie Cohen

Ice-cold drinks, summer sun and colourful characters welcome to the perfect village pub! Nestled in the quiet countryside sits the cosy village of Little Monkham, home of The Star and Sixpence, a renovated pub owned by sisters Sam and Nessie. As the locals welcome the new season, it appears that change is afoot in their tiny community, and not all of it for the better . . . Nessie is moving in with her boyfriend, leaving Sam alone in the pub. But with the arrival of new chef Gabriel causing a flutter among the women of the village, it seems that Sam might not be so lonely after all. Having just recently come out of a relationship, Sam's attraction to Gabe is inconvenient, but that's the least of her worries when an unexpected visitor arrives at the pub, determined to stir up trouble. As Gabe and Sam grow closer, Little Monkham's latest arrival threatens to reveal a secret that will turn more than one world upside down. Can Sam and Nessie work through the fall out, or is it really last orders at The Star and Sixpence? The brand new novel from Holly Hepburn, author of A Year at the Star and Sixpence, perfect for fans of Cathy Bramley and Jenny Colgan. ~*~Praise for the STAR AND SIXPENCE series~*~ A fresh new voice, brings wit and warmth to this charming tale of two sisters Rowan Coleman Warm, witty and laced with intriguing secrets! I want to pull up a bar stool, order a large G&T and soak up all the gossip at the Star and Sixpence! Cathy Bramley Youll fall in love with this fantastic new series from star of womens fiction, Holly Hepburn. Filled to the brim with captivating characters and fantastic storylines in a gorgeous setting ...simply wonderful. I want to read more! Miranda Dickinson The Star and Sixpence sparkles with fun, romance, mystery, and a hunky blacksmith. Its a real delight Julie Cohen Like the dream pub landlady who always knows exactly what you want, Holly Hepburn has created the most delightful welcome to what promises to be a brilliant series, in the first Star and Sixpence. The sistersare warm and intriguing, the neighbours are (mostly!) friendly and the gossip is utterly addictive. I was very sad when it was time for last orders, and am already looking forward to the next round. Especially if a certain blacksmith happens to be at the bar... Kate Harrison ++Last Orders at the Star and Sixpenceis the bind-up of the new Star and Sixpencee-novellas. If you have already enjoyed the novellas, then you have already enjoyedLast Orders at the Star and Sixpence. For new novellas from Holly, check out her Castle Courtseries and her Picture House by the Sea series ++

The brand new novel from bestselling author Holly Hepburn, perfect for anyone who loves Jenny Colgan, Veronica Henry and Lucy Diamond.AYear at Castle Courtis Holly Hepburns four Castle Court e-novellas collected together as a novel for the first time.Sadie is a single mum, nursing a broken heart. Her best friend from childhood,Cat, is burned out from working long hours as a chef in Paris. In need of a change, they decide to invest in their dream running their own handmade biscuit shop in gorgeous Castle Court, a three-storey food court tucked away behind Chesters bustling streets. They soon discover that Castle Court has its own community a little haven of delight against the stresses of the outside world. But not everyone welcomes the new business; the patisserie owner is less than pleased by what she sees as direct competition and Greg, who runs the fancy bistro that dominates one end of the courtyard, doesnt think Sadie and Cat have the talent or business acumen to succeed. Luckily, theres support in the form of the delectable Jaren, who owns the Dutch waffle house opposite Smart Cookies, and Swiss chocolate-shop owner, Elin. And if all else fails, the friends can drown their sorrows inSebs cocktail bar on the third floor!***Praise for Holly Hepburn*** A beautiful, indulgent read full of delicious detailand with enough flying sparks to rival any fireworks displayCressida McLaughlin Fabulously feel-good, funny and fresh, it will sweep you off your feetRowan Coleman Pure pleasure, a delight from opening credits to closing reelJulie CohenYoull fall in lovewith this fantastic new series. Filled to the brim with captivating characters and fantastic storlyines in a gorgeous setting. I want to read more!Miranda Dickinson Warm, witty and laced with intriguing secrets!Cathy Bramley ++ A Year at Castle Court is the bind-up of the Castle Court e-novellas. If you have already enjoyed the novellas, then you have already enjoyedA Year at Castle Court. For new novellas from Holly, check out her Star and Sixpence series and her Picture House by the Sea series ++

Ben Folds is an internationally celebrated musician, singer-songwriter and former front man of the alternative rock band, Ben Folds Five, beloved for songs such as ';Brick', ';You Don't Know Me', ';Rockin' the Suburbs' and ';The Luckiest'. In A Dream About Lightning Bugs Folds looks back at his life so far in a charming, funny and wise chronicle of his artistic coming of age, infused with the wry observations of a natural storyteller. He opens up about finding his voice as a musician, becoming a rock anti-hero, and hauling a baby grand piano on and off stage for every performance. From growing up in working class North Carolina childhood amid the race and class tensions that shaped his early songwriting to painful life lessons he learned the hard way, he also ruminates on music in the digital age, the absurdity of life on the road, and the challenges of sustaining a multi-decade, multi-faceted career in the music business. A Dream About Lightning Bugs embodies what Folds has been singing about for years: Smile like you've got nothing to prove, because it hurts to grow up, and life flies by in seconds

Readslike something from a thrillercolourful, detailed and meticulously researched Sunday Times';Gripping from start to finish Peter Frankopan, author of The Silk RoadsRemarkable and brilliantly researched non-fiction thriller...focussing on one extraordinary story that had never been properly told before William Dalrymple, SpectatorAnita Anand tells the remarkable story of one Indians twenty-year quest for revenge, taking him around the world in search of those he held responsible for the Amritsar massacre of 1919, which cost the lives of hundreds. When Sir Michael ODwyer, the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, ordered Brigadier General Reginald Dyer to Amritsar, he wanted him to bring the troublesome city to heel. Sir Michael had become increasingly alarmed at the effect Gandhi was having on his province, as well as recent demonstrations, strikesand shows of Hindu-Muslim unity. All these things, in Sir Michaels mind at least,were a precursor to a second Indian Mutiny. What happened next shocked the world. An unauthorised political gathering in the JallianwalaBagh in Amritsar in April 1919became the focal point for Sir Michaels law enforcers. Dyer marched his soldiers into the walled garden, filled with thousands of unarmed men, women and children, blocking theonly exit. Then, without issuing any order to disperse,he instructed his men to open fire, turning their guns on the thickest parts of the crowd. For ten minutes, they continued firing, stopping only when 1650 bullets had been fired. Not a single shot was fired in retaliation. According to legend, a young, low-caste orphan,Udham Singh, was injured in the attack, and remained in the Bagh, surrounded by the dead and dying until he was able to move the next morning. Then, he supposedly picked up a handful of blood-soaked earth, smeared it across his forehead and vowed to kill the men responsible, no matter how long it took. The truth, as the author has discovered, is more complex but no less dramatic. She traced Singhs journey through Africa, the United States and across Europe before, in March 1940, he finally arrived in front of ODwyer in a London hall ready to shoot him down. The Patient Assassin shines a devastating light on one of the Rajs most horrific events, but reads like a taut thriller, and reveals some astonishing new insights into what really happened.

This life-affirming and hilarious novel is the perfect balm for the Insta-weary mind get ready to shatter the illusion that is #LivingMyBestLifeA fun, fresh debut that manages to be both quirky and deep as it portrays todays obsession with social media MILLY JOHNSON';If you're in need of frank and funny novel that is also a take-down of the rubbish social media can fill our heads (and our hearts) with, then Claire Frost's debut is for you. Written with verve and a real sense of generosity for her characters, this is the perfect escapist read and antidote to our somewhat grim timesSTYLIST Recently dumped by her boyfriend of ten years, Bell is struggling to move on with her life and surrender the fleecy pyjamas she's been living in since January. Haunted by #blessed on social media, she can't help but compare her life to those she follows online, wondering where she is going wrong . . .In the world of social media, Millie is the successful online influencer @mi_bestlife. But in real life she's just a regular single mum trying to make ends meet, while fending off the younger competition and tenacious internet trolls. Her Instagram feed is far more #BestLie than #BestLife, and soon Millie begins to wish her life was more like her filters.It isn't until Bell and Millie's paths cross that they begin to realise what they're both missing. Can Millie prove to Bell that life online isn't always what it appears to be? And in return, can Millie learn that she needs to start living for the moment and not for the likes?EVERYONE is talking aboutLiving My Best Li(f)e:';A brilliantly warm and witty read that will melt your heart'HEAT';A funny, feel-good tale of fearlessness and friendship'FABULOUSFrank, funny and fearless in her observations on friendship and the lies we tell ourselves and each other, Claire Frost is a new voice to watchSTACEY HALLS, bestselling author of The FamiliarsFun, heart-warming and real. I loved it! SARAH MORGAN, bestselling author ofOne Summer in ParisLiving My Best Life is fun, fresh and full of heart, with a lead character you'll cheer forMIRANDA DICKINSON,Sunday Timesbestselling author';Claire Frost's funny and thought-provoking first novel is food for thought in our social media-obsessed times'SUNDAY EXPRESSA brilliant readBELLA In this funny, heartfelt portrait of friendship and community, Claire Frost has some sharp things to say about the dangers of perfectionism in our Instagram age. A hugely enjoyable debut I raced through it LOUISE CANDLISH, bestselling author of Our House ';Funny, charming and heart-warming'ROSIE WALSH

*** THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER *** Treat yourself to a glorious novel full of food, sunshine, friendship and love! Things haven't always been straightforward in Poppy's life but her dreams are finally within her reach. Shes moving into a cottage in beautiful Nightingale Square, close to the local community garden, where she can indulge her passion for making preserves and pickles. She may not have the best relationship with her family but she is surrounded by loving friends, and feels sure that even her grumpy new neighbour, Jacob, has more to him than his steely exterior belies. But the unexpected arrival of Poppys troubled younger brother soon threatens her new-found happiness and as the garden team works together to win community space of the year, Poppy must decide where her priorities lie and what she is prepared to fight for Readers everywhere are falling in love with Heidi Swain's writing: ';A lovely, sweet, summery read' Milly Johnson ';Wise, warm and wonderful' heat A ray of reading sunshine!' Laura Kemp, author of A Year of Surprising Acts of Kindness ';Sparkling and romantic'My Weekly

The queen of feel-goodWoman & Home ***The sparkling new Christmas novel fromtheSunday Timesbestselling author Heidi Swain!*** After being let go from her job in a swanky hotel just weeks before Christmas, Hattie is feeling lost. Even more so when her high-flying boyfriend announces he's landed his dream job in Abu Dhabi and asks her to move with him. Luckily, Hattie's long-time friend Dolly is on hand to help and invites Hattie to spend one last holiday in the small, festive town of Wynbridge, determined to give her a Christmas to remember . . . Upon Hattie's arrival, holiday preparations are in full swing. But for Hattie, whose Christmas cheer has long since run out, it'll take more than mince pies and mistletoe to open her heart to the season once more. Relishing the task of reigniting Hattie's Christmas spirit, Dolly suggests they create a wish list of all the things the season can offer, and with the helpful hands of Wynbridge's resident handyman, Beamish, Hattie finds her frosty exterior is starting to thaw. As Wynbridge prepares for its most spectacular Christmas yet, will Hattie leave snowy England behind for life in a sunnier clime, or will she in fact realise that her heart's desire lies much closer to home?The Christmas Wish List is the perfect read this Christmas, promising snowfall, warm fires and breath-taking seasonal romance. Perfect for fans of Carole Matthews and Cathy Bramley. Praise for HEIDI SWAIN:Full of Heidi's trademark gentle charm.Lock the door, pour some mulled wine and settle into this wonderful Christmas treat!Milly Johnson More Christmassy than a week in Lapland - we loved it!heatmagazine Sprinkled with Christmas sparkleTrisha Ashley Give yourself a Christmas treat and curl up with this magical book!Sue Moorcroft, author ofThe Little Village Christmas A real Christmas cracker of a read! Penny Parkes, author ofPractice Makes Perfect Cosy, Christmassy and deeply satisfying! Another wonderful read! Mandy Baggot, author ofOne Christmas Kiss in Notting Hill

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA! Frank Cottrell Boyce Hilarious Tim Minchin Danny Wallace and Jamie Littlers books contain all the wit and warmth of Dahl and Blake at their best. Irresistible. Phil Earle Like David Walliams, Danny Wallace is a comedian turned childrens author. Of the two, Wallaces writing is funnier The Sunday Times, Childrens Book of the WeekGet ready for another hilarious adventure from bestselling author Danny Wallace brought to life with illustrations from Jamie Littler, perfect for fans of David Walliams, Roald Dahl, David Baddiel and David Solomons! Things are afoot in Starkley... again! Out in the ocean somethings on the move ... something BIG ... something that might change everything ... While most of Starkleys inhabitants have fled or gone into lockdown, Hamish and his pals in the PDF are coming up with a plan, because if they dont save the world then who will?! But this time they're not alone. Luckily, the top-secret Monster Patrol is on hand to help even if that ';help' is in the form of a strange new kid, a bizarre-looking fish monster and a bonkers old lady

THE QUEEN OF FEEL-GOOD FICTION! Full of love and laughter Daily Express Full of characters you can identify with and an uplifting sense of warmth Debbie Johnson ';Johnson is a bona fide commercial blockbuster author and her latest offering is a treat a properly juicy novelGrazia ';Always rooted in the deep issues that shape and shake women's lives Sprinkled with festive cheer' The LadyEve Glace- co-owner ofthe theme park Winterworld - is having a baby and her due date is a perfectly timed 25th December. And she's decided that she and her husband Jacques should renew their wedding vows with all the pomp that was missing the first time.But growing problems at Winterworld keep distracting them Annie Pandoroand her husbandJoeown a small Christmas cracker factory, and are well set up and happy together despite life never blessing them with a much-wanted child. But when Annie finds that the changes happening to her body aren't typical of themenopause but pregnancy, her joy is uncontainable.Palma Collinshas agreed to act as a surrogate, hoping the money will get her out of the gutter in which she finds herself.But when the couple she is helping split up, is she going to be left carrying a baby she never intended to keep? Annie, Palma and Eve all meet at the ';Christmas Pudding Club', a new directive started by a forward-thinking young doctor to help mums-to-be mingle and share their pregnancy journeys. Will this group help each other to find love, contentment and peace as Christmas approaches?From theSunday Times bestselling author of ThePerfectly Imperfect Woman,The Mother of All Christmases is a gorgeous read full oflove, life, laughter, a few tears - and crackers! Brings love, life and laughter Yours A festive-themed, big-hearted feast bursting with love, laughter, tears, a cast of characters that readers will love as much as their own best friends LancashirePost Every time you discover a new Milly book, it's like finding a pot of goldHeat

';A case study in human frailty, jealousy and desire fascinating.'The Times, Best Books of 2019 ';Superbly evocative and gripping.'The Spectator ';Sean O'Connor can't resist striking a theatrical note in this ';biography of murder'.'Sunday Times Adultery, alcoholism, drugs and murder on the suburban streets of Bournemouth. The Rattenbury case of 1935 was one of the great tabloid sensations of the interwar period. The glamorous femme fatale at the heart of the story dominated the front pages for months, somewhere between the rise of Hitler and the launch of the Queen Mary. With painstaking research and access to brand new evidence, Sean O'Connor vividly brings this epic story to life, from its beginnings in the South London slums of the 1880s and the open vistas of the British Columbian coast, to its bloody climax in a respectable English seaside resort.The Fatal Passion of Alma Rattenburyis a gripping murder story and a heartbreaking romance as well as the biography of a vital, modern woman trapped between the freedoms of two world wars and suffocated by the conformity of peacetime. A startlingly prescient parable for our times, it is the story of awoman who dared to challenge the status quo only to be crucified by public opinion, pilloried by the press and punished by the relentless machinery of the British legal system. With a wealth of fascinating period detail, from its breathtaking opening to its shocking conclusion, The Fatal Passion of Alma Rattenburyis a true story as enthralling, as provocative and as moving as any work of fiction.

***The sparkling new Christmas novel fromtheSunday Timesbestselling author Heidi Swain!***The most delicious slice of festive fiction:a true comfort read and the perfect Christmas treat to alleviate all the stress!VERONICA HENRYFull of Heidi's trademark gentle charm.Lock the door, pour some mulled wine and settle into this wonderful Christmas treat!MILLY JOHNSON~*~After calling off her engagement, Hayley, the Wynthorpe Hall housekeeper, wants nothing more than to return to her no-strings fun-loving self, avoiding any chance of future heartbreak. Little does she know, Wynbridge's latest arrival is about to throw her plan entirely off course . . . Moving into Wynthorpe Hall to escape the town's gossip, Hayley finds herself immersed in the eccentric Connelly family's festive activities as they plan to host their first ever Winter Wonderland. But Hayley isn't the only new resident at the hall. Gabe, a friend of the Connelly's son Jamie, has also taken up residence, moving into Gatekeeper's Cottage, and he quickly makes an impression on Wynbridge's reformed good-girl. As preparations commence for the biggest event of the season, the pair find themselves drawn ever closer to one another, but unbeknownst to Hayley, Gabe, too, has a reason for turning his back on love, one that seems intent on keeping them apart. Under the starry winter skies, will Gabe convince Hayley to open her heart again once more? And in doing so, will he convince himself? ~*~ Snowflakes and Cinnamon Swirls at the Winter Wonderland is the perfect read this Christmas, promising snowfall, warm fires and breath-taking seasonal romance. Perfect for fans of Milly Johnson, Carole Matthews and Cathy Bramley. *~* Hear what people are saying about Heidi Swain *~* More Christmassy than a week in Lapland - we loved it!heatmagazine Sprinkled with Christmas sparkleTrisha Ashley Give yourself a Christmas treat and curl up with this magical book!Sue Moorcroft, author ofThe Little Village Christmas A real Christmas cracker of a read! Penny Parkes, author ofPractice Makes Perfect Cosy, Christmassy and deeply satisfying! Another wonderful read! Mandy Baggot, author ofOne Christmas Kiss in Notting Hill

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA! Frank Cottrell Boyce Hilarious Tim Minchin Danny Wallace and Jamie Littlers books contain all the wit and warmth of Dahl and Blake at their best. Irresistible. Phil Earle Like David Walliams, Danny Wallace is a comedian turned childrens author. Of the two, Wallaces writing is funnier The Sunday Times, Childrens Book of the WeekGet ready for another hilarious adventure from bestselling author Danny Wallace brought to life with illustrations from Jamie Littler, perfect for fans of David Walliams, Roald Dahl, David Baddiel and David Solomons!Beware the Babies ... they CRY ... they POO ... they ATTACK! Hamish and the PDF have been left in charge of Starkley while his dad and the rest of the Belasko agents are off hunting down the universes second-most dangerous villain- Axel Scarmarsh! But nothing bad will happen while hes gone, right? WRONG! Suddenly the babies of Starkley are on the rampage and causing chaos- but only Hamish and his friends seem to be worried about the odd behaviour. What's behind the baby uprising and can the mini mutiny be stopped before EVERY BABY ON EARTH rises up?!

The sparkling new Christmas novel fromtheSunday Timesbestselling author Heidi Swain! When Anna takes on the role of companion to the owner of Wynthorpe Hall, on the outskirts of Wynbridge, she has no idea that her life is set to change beyond all recognition. A confirmed ';bah humbug' when it comes to Christmas, Anna is amazed to find herself quickly immersed in the eccentric household, and when youngest son Jamie unexpectedly arrives home it soon becomes obvious that her personal feelings are going all out to compromise her professional persona.Jamie, struggling to come to terms with life back in the Fens, makes a pact with Anna she has to teachhim to fall back in love with Wynthorpe Hall, while he helps her fall back in love with Christmas. But will it all prove too much for Anna, or can the family of Wynthorpe Hall warm her heart once and for all...? Join Anna for a festive journeyfestooned with sleigh rides and silver bells and help her discover her happy-ever-after.~*~What everyone is saying about Sleigh Rides and Silver Bells at the Christmas Fair ~*~ Give yourself a Christmas treat and curl up with this magical book!Sue Moorcroft, author ofThe Little Village Christmas More Christmassy than a week in Lapland - we loved it!heatmagazine A real Christmas cracker of a read! Penny Parkes, author ofPractice Makes Perfect Cosy, Christmassy and deeply satisfying! Another wonderful read! Mandy Baggot, author ofOne Christmas Kiss in Notting Hill

';How long do I have?' I force a laugh.';Not long,' he says very quietly. ';They have confirmed your sentence of death. You are to be beheaded tomorrow. We don't have long at all.' Jane Grey was Queen of England for nine days. Using her position as cousin to the deceased king, her father and his conspirators put her on the throne ahead of the king's half-sister Mary, who quickly mustered an army, claimed her crown and locked Jane in the Tower. When Jane refused to betray her Protestant faith, Mary sent her to the executioner's block. There Jane turned her father's greedy, failed grab for power into her own brave and tragic martyrdom. ';Learn you to die' is the advice that Jane gives in a letter to her younger sister Katherine, who has no intention of dying. She intends to enjoy her beauty and her youth and find love. But her lineage makes her a threat to the insecure and infertile Queen Mary and, when Mary dies, to her sister Queen Elizabeth, who will never allow Katherine to marry and produce a potential royal heir before she does. So when Katherine's secret marriage is revealed by her pregnancy, she too must go to the Tower. ';Farewell, my sister,' writes Katherine to the youngest Grey sister, Mary. A beautiful dwarf, disregarded by the court, Mary finds it easy to keep secrets, especially her own, while avoiding Elizabeth's suspicious glare. After watching her sisters defy the queen, Mary is aware of her own perilous position as a possible heir to the throne. But she is determined to command her own destiny and be the last Tudor to risk her life in matching wits with her ruthless and unforgiving cousin Elizabeth. Praise for Philippa Gregory: ';Meticulously researched and deeply entertaining, this story of betrayal and divided loyalties is Gregory on top form' Good Housekeeping ';Gregory has popularised Tudor history perhaps more than any other living fiction writerall of her books feature strong, complex women, doing their best to improve their lives in worlds dominated by men' Sunday Times ';Engrossing' Sunday Express ';Popular historical fiction at its finest, immaculately researched and superbly told' The Times

The electrifying and timely new thriller from Queen of Suspense Mary Higgins Clark which shines a light on the #MeToo movement and its survivors.