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The brand new heartwarming festive read from bestseller Sarah Bennett!Music sensation Aurora Storm finally has her career back on track, but then she's caught up in a media storm. Desperate to distract from the story, she enlists the one man she trusts to pretend to be her boyfriend.Meanwhile, in the small seaside village of Mermaids Point, Nick Morgan never expected to see Aurora again. When she calls out of the blue needing his help, he agrees at once. It feels like she's back in his life for a reason, and he's determined to make the most of it.Aurora joins Nick and the rest of his family for their festive celebrations and, as the snow falls, Aurora finds herself caught up in the romance of Christmas. But having tasted worldwide fame, can she ever be content with village life? Two weeks is all Nick has to prove to Aurora that there's a happy ending for them both in Mermaids Point.There's always a second chance for love in a Sarah Bennett story, so escape to the seaside village of Mermaids Point for a festive, feel-good treat. Perfect for all fans of Trisha Ashley, Holly Martin and Milly Johnson.Praise for Sarah Bennett:'A gorgeous story packed with love, romance and heartfelt emotion. Will bring sunshine into your day!' Phillipa Ashley'Cosy, heartwarming and moving, this story is as beautiful as its cover.' Samantha Tonge'Happy Endings at Mermaids Point has passion in spades, romance to make you blush and a community that cares. I hoped this story would just keep on going.' Celia Anderson'What a finale to a fabulous season! I absolutely loved the story and it was wonderful to see all the characters get their much deserved happily ever after! An absolutely gorgeous Christmas read!' Katie Ginger'This is a real page turner, with a brisk plot and a really emotional core. The community we've grown to love at Mermaid's Point is alive with love, laughter and vibrancy!' Fay Keenan'I loved Nick and Aurora's story, and want the Morgan family to adopt me. Sarah Bennett has surpassed herself.' Jules Wake'This is the perfect escapist read and I can't wait to follow the characters in what promises to be a wonderful series. Five sparkling stars!' Rachel Griffiths'What a Mer-mazing book! I'm so glad this is a series and I'll get to meet the characters again because you won't want to leave them after the final page.' Catherine Miller 'I inhaled this book in two days. Absolutely gorgeous. Sarah Bennett is back, and better than ever!' Rachel Burton'A perfect heartwarming read full of family, romance and intrigue, set in a stunning location - what's not to love?' Bella Osborne

The brand-new feel-good romantic read from the beloved NUMBER ONE bestselling author Beth Moran. Perfect for all fans of Marian Keyes, Jill Mansell and Lucy Diamond. Three times a fiancée but never a bride is not a claim to fame Bluebell Beddoes is proud of. But she is taking it as a sign... Sworn off romance, instead the love of Blue's life is the beautiful Isle of Siskin. Her home from birth, her community and now her job with the wildly successful podcast Only on Siskin. Her life is full and her future is set. So, when the peace on Siskin is threatened with being destroyed forever, Blue knows she has to act. There are secrets from the past that may be able to save the future of the island, and only Blue can get to the bottom of them. When handsome and mysterious Jonathan White arrives on Siskin, Blue is unsure if he's here to help or hinder. But when it becomes clear Jonathan holds the key to unlocking the past, Blue will have to learn to trust again or risk losing everything she loves... You won't be able to put down Beth Moran's new uplifting, heart-warming novel, guaranteed to whisk you away to a world of unforgettable characters, heart-stopping romance and feelgood moments to make any day better. Readers love Beth Moran 'Ah, I just love settling into a new Beth Moran book! I love how she creates such a close, special, and cosy community within each of her books... I want to move right into her little fictional world immediately!' Reader Review 'Well-written, thoroughly enjoyable and gently thought-provoking. I would recommend getting a cup of tea and a slice of cake and settle down for a lovely afternoon read.' Reader Review 'That's what I like about Beth Moran's books, they're real people in real life situations, and you're rooting for them to succeed. A wonderful book that will bring you joy all though the year!' Reader Review 'I stayed up late reading this! I just love Beth Moran's books, she gets complicated families, and real life and romance just right.' Reader Review 'Adored this. Point proven that I've just stayed up till 2.30am to finish it. Beth Moran knows what she's doing!' Reader Review Praise for Beth Moran: 'Beth Moran's heartwarming books never fail to leave me feeling uplifted' Jessica Redland 'A British author to watch' Publisher's Weekly 'Let it Snow is so uplifting. It's cleverly written, witty and smart. A winner!' Judy Leigh 'Life-affirming, joyful and tender' Zoe Folbigg 'Every day is a perfect day to read this' Shari Low

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans, the dramatic conclusion in the riveting Broken Road trilogy--a powerful redemption story about finding happiness on a pilgrimage across iconic Route 66. Chicago celebrity and pitchman Charles James is supposed to be dead. Everyone believes he was killed in a fiery plane crash, a flight he narrowly missed. But thanks to that remarkable twist of fate, he's very much alive and ready for a second chance at life and love. Escaping death has brought Charles some clarity: the money, the fame, the expensive cars; none of it brought him true joy or peace. The last time he was truly happy was when he was married to his ex-wife Monica, before their relationship was destroyed by his ambition and greed. In this final installment of the exciting and provocative series that began with The Broken Road and The Forgotten Road, Charles is still on his pilgrimage across the iconic Route 66. He intends to finish his trek from Amarillo to Santa Monica, despite learning that his ex-wife is now planning to marry another man. With the initial reason for his trip in jeopardy, he still has lessons to learn along the way before he discovers--and arrives at--his true destination.

The second novel in the New York Times bestselling trilogy from Richard Paul Evans about a man on an inspirational pilgrimage across Route 66 to find his way back to himself. Chicago celebrity and successful pitchman Charles James is supposed to be dead. Everyone believes he was killed in a fiery plane crash. But thanks to a remarkable twist of fate, he's very much alive and ready for a second chance at life?and love. Narrowly escaping death has brought Charles some clarity: the money, the fame, the fast cars?none of it was making him happy. The last time he was happy?truly happy?was when he was married to his ex-wife Monica, before their connection was destroyed by his ambition and greed. Charles decides to embark on an epic quest: He will walk the entire length of Route 66, from Chicago to California, where he hopes to convince Monica to give him another shot. Along the way, Charles is immersed in the deep and rich history of one of America's most iconic highways. But the greater journey he finds is the one he takes in his heart as he meets people along the road who will change his perspective on the world. But will his transformation be enough to earn redemption?

'Paul Morley is my kind of critic.' - Grace JonesFrom the swimming pools of Los Angeles to the hills of Yorkshire, from the bright light of California to the changing skies of Normandy, David Hockney spent a lifetime seeing the world differently. One of the most celebrated and influential artists of our age, Hockney continually reinvented both his art and himself. His paintings are among the most recognisable images in modern culture, yet the story of the places that shaped his imagination has never been told quite like this before.In David Hockney: An Artist for Life, acclaimed writer Paul Morley takes us on a journey through the landscapes, cities and communities that inspired Hockney's remarkable career. Bradford, London, California, Yorkshire, France: each location reveals a different side of a restless, curious and endlessly innovative artist. More than a biography, this is a vivid exploration of creativity, freedom, identity and belonging. As Morley traces Hockney's rise from working-class Bradford to international fame, he shows how friendship, love, curiosity and place fuelled one of the most extraordinary artistic lives of the modern era.Insightful, entertaining and rich in cultural history, David Hockney: An Artist for Life offers a fresh and captivating portrait of an artist who has never stopped looking, questioning and creating.

With a song in your heart, soldier on...Sing Them Home is a gripping wartime saga from bestselling author Pam Weaver1943. A German aircraft crashes into a house in Worthing, and causes complete devastation to the local community. Three strangers meet for the first time that day – Pip, Stella and Lillian. Lillian's little girl Flora has been hurt in the crash and is rushed to hospital. As she comes through her ordeal, she finds her mother and her two new 'aunties' by her bedside.The three new friends quickly bond over shared experiences; all their husbands are overseas in the fighting forces. They also have the same love of singing and soon form The Sussex Sisters, Worthing's answer to the Andrews Sisters, to boost morale in in dance halls and canteens all over the south coast.When D-Day finally arrives, it's the promise of a brighter future they have all been longing for. But the men that return home are altogether different from the husbands they waved off. How will they respond to their wives' new-found fame? How will the women live alongside these distant, damaged men? With secrets, revelations and surprises on the horizon, the friends will need each other more than ever.

There is no one quite like Brian Blessed. He's an actor, film star, trained undertaker, unlikely diplomat, secret romantic, martial artist and mountaineer. He's also a brilliant storyteller who will - and you must brace yourself - simply leap out of the pages at you.Ready? Then open Absolute Pandemonium and you'll be taken on a riotous journey from his childhood, growing up the son of a miner in Goldthorpe, to finding fame in Z-Cars. You'll see Brian falling for Katharine Hepburn on the set of The Trojan Women, suffering wires strapped round his wotsits as he was hoisted into the heavens on Flash Gordon, almost causing an international incident when meeting the Emperor and Empress of Japan, and winning round George Lucas to get the role of Boss Nass on Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.Along the way he takes secret revenge on headmistress Mrs Jarman and her very big bottom, punches Harold Pinter, loves and hates Peter O'Toole, woos his beautiful wife Hildegard Neil and braves the shocking death toll on cosy TV drama My Family and Other Animals. Crammed with anecdotes from his illustrious career, this is a funny, warm-hearted, life-affirming, LOUD and unique memoir from a much-loved figure.

A totally brilliant, escapist and uplifting read that will break your heart and put it back together again, perfect for fans of Cathy Kelly, Jill Mansell and Debbie Macomber. I always thought I was going to be a girl who did something. I was going to run my own business and find fame and fortune! Fall in love... But here I am. Still waiting for it all to happen, sitting on the floor, surrounded by lilies and roses, trying to do my best friend's wedding flowers because - in her words - 'how hard can it be, Frankie?'. The answer is actually 'very hard' but it's not the only thing that's tough right now. My boyfriend won't commit, I barely have a job, and once again I have the hangover from hell... What I don't know is that life's about to throw me a curveball. A new friend I will make with a beautiful, sad-eyed little boy who is so very tragically ill. I still don't know about that heartbreak. Even so, in this moment, I know that it's time for some changes. Maybe it's time to make my dreams come true? To try to become a marathon-running, healthy-living, wildly-in-love florist-to-the-stars! Because I'm beginning to realise that you only get one chance at life. I don't yet know how you change everything, all at once, but what I do know is it all starts with me... Previously published as Wildflowers by Debbie Howells.

Die zweifache Grammy-Preisträgerin, die US-amerikanische Singer-Songwriterin, Sängerin, Gitarristin und Pianistin Rickie Lee Jones prägte einen neuartigen und oft kopierten Stil des Song-Arrangements. Schon auf frühen Album spielte sie bereits mit Größen wie Dr. John, Randy Newman oder Michael McDonald (Doobie Brothers). Auf "Kicks" präsentiert die charismatische Ex-Partnerin von Tom Waits Coverversionen von Liedern aus dem sog. "American Songbook", in diesem Falle Klassiker aus den Dekaden der 50er-70er der Genres Pop, Rock und Jazz. 1. "Bad Company? (Bad Company, 1974) 2. "My Fathers Gun? (Elton John, 1970) 3. "Lonely People? (America, 1974) 4. "Houston? (Sanford Clark, 1964; made famous by Dean Martin, 1965) 5. "You're Nobody ?Til Somebody Loves You? (Russ Morgan, 1944; made famous by Dean Martin, 1960/1964) 6. "Nagasaki? (Ipana Troubadours, 1928; most famous by Benny Goodman Quartet, 1952) 7. "Mack The Knife? (Louis Armstrong, 1956; made famous by Bobby Darin, 1958) 8. "Quicksilver Girl? (Steve Miller Band, 1968) 9. "End Of The World? (Skeeter Davis, 1962) 10. "Cry? as The Threepenny Opera) that became a jazz standard, to "Bad Company" the eponymous theme song for the British rock band written in 1974. The arrangement and instrumentation, by producer Michael Napolitano (Ani DiFranco), provides a fresh and modern sonic infusion on every song. Rickie Lee Jones skyrocketed to fame in 1979 when as a barely known artist she appeared on Saturday Night Live. Performing her biggest hit "Chuck E's In Love? in her trademark red beret, Time Magazine instantly dubbed her "the Duchess of Coolsville.? Since then she has gone on to win two Grammy Awards, appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone twice, and included in VH1's 100 Greatest Women of Rock & Roll.

INSTANT INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER One of NPR's Books We Love for 2025 2026 Libby Book Awards Best Thriller For fans of Bunny and Yellowface, this razor-sharp debut thriller blends biting satire with chilling suspense, as a young woman steps into her deceased twin's influencer life—only to discover dark secrets hidden behind her social media façade. Julie Chan has nothing. Her twin sister has everything—except a pulse. Julie Chan, a supermarket cashier barely scraping by, finds herself thrust into the glamorous yet perilous world of her late twin sister, Chloe VanHuusen, a popular influencer. Separated at a young age, the identical twins were polar opposites and rarely spoke, except for one viral video that Chloe initiated (Finding My Long-Lost Twin And Buying Her A House #EMOTIONAL). When Julie discovers Chloe's body, she doesn't call the police. Instead, she slips into her dead sister's meticulously curated life: luxury fashion, high-end skincare, and a devoted online following who never noticed they weren't quite the same. At first, the transformation is seamless. Julie relishes the perks of influencer fame, but quickly learns that behind Chloe's flawless feed lay secrets far darker than she imagined. Her sister's final days were shadowed by paranoia, manipulation, and something far more sinister. Now, trapped on a private island retreat with Chloe's inner circle—an elite clique of influencers obsessed with status and secrecy—Julie is forced to keep up the act while being haunted by her sister's untimely death. As events spiral out of control, Julie uncovers the sinister forces that may have led to her sister's demise and realizes she might be the next target. Darkly funny, fiercely paced, and full of sharp commentary on identity, fame, and the cost of visibility, Julie Chan Is Dead is a twisted thrill ride where fitting in could be fatal—and the people behind the posts are the real danger.

Now a USA TODAY bestseller! From mega-bestseller and TikTok sensation Mia Sheridan comes an all-new epic second-chance romance with an unexpected and gritty speculative twist. When the world is plunged into darkness, Who would you turn to? Amid the sun-drenched orange groves of California, childhood friends Tuck Mattice and Emily Swanson shared a bond that seemed unbreakable-until life ripped them apart. Thirteen years later, Emily is a rising pop sensation in need of security, and Tuck, a brooding ex-con, is in need of a fresh start. When fate brings them together once again, Emily hires him on as her new bodyguard. They butt heads and bicker, just like the old days-yet neither can deny the heat rekindling between them. But when a cataclysmic solar flare disrupts the electrical grid, society is suddenly plunged into chaos and darkness. For Emily, the familiar comforts of fame and fortune crumble, but for Tuck, this stark new reality could be the chance he needs to finally prove himself. As they come to terms with all they've lost and the bitterness that's kept them apart, they must find their way back to one another and discover a new place, under the sun. For fans of: Enemies to Lovers Childhood Best Friends Slow Burn Romance Second Chances Popstar + Bodyguard New Adult Dystopian fiction The HBO show The Last of Us

In trying to reunite with her mother, Winston discovers the many meanings of family and finds friendship in an unexpected place in this “warm; humorous, and poignant story” (Publishers Weekly) from the author of Waiting, which Kirkus Reviews, in a starred review, called “exceptional” and Glimpse, which Booklist called “gripping.” Life is just fine for fourteen-year-old Winston. She loves her dog, Thelma, and although she never knew her dad, and her mom left ten years ago in search of Hollywood fame, Winston has family with Nanny, who isn’t old at all! But a “just fine” life gets a lot more exciting when a letter arrives from Skye Harper, aka Judith Fletcher, aka Winston’s mother. She needs help, and Nanny says the best way to give it is to take a cross-country road trip—in a “borrowed” motor home—to go find Mama once and for all. Winston’s not so sure about this plan, but with a cute stowaway named Steve along for company and an adventure on the horizon, this is sure to be a summer to remember.

Christmas Chaos Advent Calendar is a hilarious adult Christmas activity book for anyone who loves the holidays... but not always the people involved. Inside you'll find 24 completely different days of festive chaos, awkward family moments, ridiculous games, sarcastic humor and painfully relatable Christmas disasters. Christmas Family Bingo - because someone will mention politics. The "No Gifts This Year" Lie Detector - for the person who arrives with seven presents anyway. The Passive-Aggressive Christmas Translator - discover what "Don't bring anything" really means. Secret Santa Court - judge the most suspicious last-minute gifts. The Relatives' Interrogation Survival Sheet - for questions about marriage, money, children and everything else nobody asked for. Christmas Dinner Autopsy - investigate when dinner stopped being food and became evidence. The Holiday Social Battery Emergency Meter - from "Happy to see everyone" to "Left without saying goodbye." Bad Gift Hall of Fame, Gift-Wrapping Crime Scene, Christmas Eve Emergency Flowchart and plenty more. Perfect as a funny Christmas gift for adults , Secret Santa gift , coworker gift , stocking stuffer , or hilarious present for a wife, husband, mom, dad, grandma, grandpa, boyfriend, girlfriend or friend . Grab a pen, protect your dessert and lower your expectations. Christmas may be magical. Surviving it is another story.

The most northerly of Britain's island groups, Shetland is so far removed from the rest of the UK that it usually appears as an inset on maps. Although relatively little known to those from outside the islands, Shetland is a magnificent terrain for walkers, especially those who love to really explore and get away from the beaten track. The coastal walking here includes some of the finest in the country, with superb cliffs, towering sea stacks, caves and natural arches seemingly around every corner. Added to this is Shetland's better known claim to fame for its spectacular seabird colonies - huge gannetries, moorland packed with arctic and great skuas, arctic terns in the more sheltered spots, and everyone's favourite - the puffins. The islands also enjoy a dense population of otters, many seals, and a chance to see killer whales or other giants of the deep. Beyond all this natural grandeur, Shetland's history is fascinating too. The archaeological attractions are much less known than those on Orkney, but sites such as Jarlshof have amazingly preserved remains from prehistory right up to more recent times. These include iron age villages, chambered cairns, Viking longhouses, pictish carvings, and impressive brochs - including the most complete of all these iron-age defensive towers, on Mousa.

History Hub presents a complete biography of Winston Churchill from start to end, whose remarkable story inspires us even today. Sir Winston Leonard Spencer-Churchill lived an incredible and meaningful life. At a young age, it already became evident that he's going to make a name when he grows up. He had some struggles and challenges as years went by, and as he tried to achieve his goals, and to overcome them one by one. Indeed, failing did not stop him from trying. With little supervision from his parents, he worked hard and met his wife along the way, who became his companion through thick and thin. His wife, Clementine Hozier, stayed and supported him in everything he did. He marvelled that he wouldn't know what to do without her by his side. Churchill also explored different careers all at the same time. As a statesman, he led Britain into war from 1940 to 1945. He was also a historian, a biographer and a prolific painter who created 500 murals in his later years. Finally, he was a celebrated writer whose books are still being read and studied until today. In 1953, he won the Nobel Prize for Literature, which cemented his place in modern British history. Discover in this short yet concise biography the remarkable story of a life who impacted future generations. This book also contains 30 questions for an in-depth discussion into the life of Winston Churchill. Gather tasteful nuggets from major turn of events: A background into the family of upbringing Education, mentors, and surroundings that shaped the worldview Major hurdles faced in life and obstacles overcome The person behind the fame seen through intimate moments With the help of this concise biography, readers can focus on the timeline of important events for an overview of a life in a glance! Packed with interesting tidbits and trivia, this book will guide readers into a basic introduction a remarkable life whose story may have lasting effects. History lovers will love this book as it helps them to: Learn from the major turn of events and its lessons Grasp an overview of a complete life Understand the context related to the backdrop of world situation and events Decide whether continued learning is desired Connect with the person behind the fame through intimate moments shared Bonus Included for You included in every book Our small way of saying "Thank You."

Don't miss the #1 clean romance and suspense series from USA Today Bestselling Author Cami Checketts. *Bonus in this collection only: Hawk Brothers Reunion* The Hawk Brothers aren't just famous, wealthy, or handsome. They're the face of the Hawk Family fortune, and practically their own high-end brand. Don't miss each of their fast-paced, suspenseful, and swoony Christmas romances as they find the right woman to humble, tease, and love them. The Determined Groom: A broken football star; an elite female athlete. Should she tell off the flirty billionaire or fall in love with him? Cambree Kinley, an elite Spartan athlete is tough as nails, except when it comes to protecting her heart. Yet, how can she resist the billionaire superstar Emmett Hawk? When he pursues her—treating her like gold and making her smile nonstop—only sheer grit can keep her from falling head over heels. The Stealth Warrior: A Navy SEAL returned from the dead. The world-renowned dancer he left behind. Misunderstandings tear them apart. Can anything bring this wounded couple together again? Creed Hawk was imprisoned in Syria for three months. The only thing that kept him fighting to be free was knowing Kiera Richins would be waiting for him. When he's finally released he finds her ... in the arms of another man. Her Billionaire Boss Fake Fiancé: Farm girl sass takes on America's Most Eligible Bachelor in this fun fake fiancé for Christmas romance. Callum Hawk has it all--fame, money, and a family that loves him. He doesn't have time for romance but that's all right, his head of marketing does a great job scheduling dates with models and actresses for the necessary social events. When he almost hits Alexia Hall with his motorcycle, he's intrigued by the feisty blonde and offers to hire her to be his fake fiancé for his brother's Christmas wedding. When she not only turns him down but tells him to never come near her again, he has no clue what went wrong. Risking it All: A world-renowned extreme athlete. A motivational speaker and philanthropist. He thinks they're a match destined for heaven. She's convinced they're polar opposites. Bridger Hawk has been in love with Avalyn Shaman since childhood. He knows he'll never be worthy of her charitable heart so he throws himself into a life-threatening extreme sports career. When she's kidnapped and forced to be the pawn and prize in dangerous events that risk her life and her virtue, Bridger is forced to compete in the deranged challenges and is the only hope she has to survive. Can Bridger win and prove to her that his love isn't just a show for his fans? Bridger knows he has to save Avalyn at all costs ... even if it means he can't have her. By USA Today Bestselling Author, don't miss any of the Hawk Brothers Romances: 1. The Determined Groom 2. The Stealth Warrior 3. Her Billionaire Boss Fake Fiance 4. Risking it All Now Available: The entire fast-paced, fun, and romantic Hawk Brothers Collection in one set. Don't miss Lexi's sister, Hannah's story in Fighting for Love. Fans of Hallmark movies and clean romantic adventures like Edie James, Lisa Phillips, and Kimberly Rose Johnson will love Cami Checketts Hawk Brothers romances! Don't miss USA Today Bestselling Author Cami Checketts newest Christian romance suspense series, European Romance Suspense. #1 - Chase #2 - Robbie #3 - Emmett #4 - Parker #5 - Nelson #6 - Rockwell Jade Valley Adventure Romances. #1 - The Jade Stone Sleuth #2 - The Cupcake Conflict #3 - The Library Heist #4 - The Wedding Fiasco #5 - The Bike Shop Secret #6 - The Fitness Retreat Sanctuary #7 - The Treasure Hoax #8 - The Cafe Catastrophe

A legend. A lie. A love story. From Alix E. Harrow, the Sunday Times bestselling author of Starling House, comes a moving and genre-defying quest. 'An exquisite, epic romance . . . Simply superb' - Freya Marske, author of A Marvellous Light A lady-knight whose legend built a nation meets a retiring historian in awe of her fame. He's sent back through time to make sure she plays her part . . . even if it breaks his heart. Sir Una Everlasting was Dominion's greatest hero: the orphaned girl who became a knight, who died for queen and country. Her legend lives on in songs and stories, in children's books and recruiting posters - but her life as it truly happened has been forgotten. Centuries later, Owen Mallory - failed soldier, struggling scholar - falls in love with the tale of Una Everlasting. Her story takes him to war, to the archives, and then into the past itself. Una and Owen are tangled together in time, bound to retell the same story over and over again, no matter what it costs. But that story always ends the same way. If they want to rewrite Una's legend, and finally tell a different story, they'll have to rewrite history itself - and change their lives in the process . . . Praise for The Everlasting 'A book so wildly original as to be unlike any other . . . Simply a masterpiece' - Laura Steven, author of Our Infinite Fates 'As dark and oppressive as it is utterly sublime . . . I loved every word of it' - Olivia Atwater, author of Half a Soul 'Incandescent. The Everlasting should enshrine Alix E. Harrow as one of the finest writers of our generation' - Cassandra Khaw, author of Nothing But Blackened Teeth Alix E. Harrow's Starling House was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18/11/2023, a Waterstones Book of the Month and a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "Eloquent and enthralling..." -Washington Post " The emergence of our true selves is all of our life's work. Pageboy helps chart the course." -Jamie Lee Curtis "Searing, deeply moving, and incredibly poignant... This isn't simply a book on what it means to be trans, it's about what it means to be human." -Alok Vaid-Menon NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK by Salon, The Week, Elle, Bustle, and more. Full of intimate stories, from chasing down secret love affairs to battling body image and struggling with familial strife, Pageboy is a love letter to the power of being seen. With this evocative and lyrical debut, Oscar-nominated star Elliot Page captures the universal human experience of searching for ourselves and our place in this complicated world. "Can I kiss you?" It was two months before the world premiere of Juno, and Elliot Page was in his first ever queer bar. The hot summer air hung heavy around him as he looked at her. And then it happened. In front of everyone. A previously unfathomable experience. Here he was on the precipice of discovering himself as a queer person, as a trans person. Getting closer to his desires, his dreams, himself, without the repression he'd carried for so long. But for Elliot, two steps forward had always come with one step back. With Juno's massive success, Elliot became one of the world's most beloved actors. His dreams were coming true, but the pressure to perform suffocated him. He was forced to play the part of the glossy young starlet, a role that made his skin crawl, on and off set. The career that had been an escape out of his reality and into a world of imagination was suddenly a nightmare. As he navigated criticism and abuse from some of the most powerful people in Hollywood, a past that snapped at his heels, and a society dead set on forcing him into a binary, Elliot often stayed silent, unsure of what to do. Until enough was enough. The Oscar-nominated star who captivated the world with his performance in Juno finally shares his story in a groundbreaking and inspiring memoir about love, family, fame - and stepping into who we truly are with strength, joy and connection.

»Du hast es geschafft, das, was ich auf keinen Fall wollte, in das zu verwandeln, was ich gerade am meisten von allem will. Ich will dich. Uns. Alles daran.« Auf gar keinen Fall wird Ellie jemals wieder einen Profisportler daten – und erst recht keinen Eishockeyspieler. Dass sie ausgerechnet mit Bostons neuem Defense-Star Keijo Mäkinen im Bett landet, ist nicht nur ein Versehen, sondern fußt auf einer Lüge. Sich ein weiteres Mal mit ihm zu treffen, ist keinerlei Option, denn immerhin eilt ihm der Ruf eines Fuckboys voraus. Da kann er ihr noch so perfekte Dates und Diskretion versprechen. Was auch immer hinter seiner Attitüde schlummert, lässt sie vollkommen kalt, oder? Seinem Zwillingsbruder anzubieten, für einen Abend Identitäten zu tauschen, damit dieser die Vorzüge eines Lebens als NHL-Star genießen kann, war vielleicht nicht Keijos beste Idee. Doch er ist fest entschlossen, Ellie zu beweisen, dass er nicht der arschige Mistkerl ist, für den sie ihn hält. Denn die Nacht mit ihr gehört zu den schönsten Dingen, die er seit Langem erlebt hat. Nach unzähligen One-Night-Stands hat er bei ihr endlich das Gefühl, dass es ihr nicht um Fame geht. Den Ruf eines Fuckboys zu bekommen, ist allerdings sehr viel leichter, als ihn wieder loszuwerden und Ellies Vertrauen zu gewinnen. Außerdem steht Keijo als queerer Spieler in einem ›harten Sport‹ wie Eishockey im Fokus der Presse, und als ein viel zu intimes Detail ans Licht kommt, drohen ihre beiden Leben auseinanderzubrechen … In »Trusting her« erwartet dich eine Hockey Romance voller Tension und Herzklopfen, soft Haters to Lovers und Secret Dating. Kuschelige Momente im herbstlichen Boston, prickelnde spicy Scenes und mitreißende Eishockey-Action inklusive. Alle Bände der Reihe »Boston Heated Hearts« sind in sich abgeschlossen und können unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden. Hier und da tauchen allerdings bereits bekannte Figuren wieder auf.

One of Amazon's Best Romances of April! Enemies-to-lovers has never been more enchanting in this witchy romantic comedy from the New York Times bestselling author of Go Hex Yourself. Penny Roundtree wants nothing more than to be a familiar to a witch. She’s been a member of the Society of Familiars ever since she was old enough to join the Fam. There’s just a small problem—no one’s hiring. Witches and warlocks are so long-lived that there are far more familiars available than witches to train them. So when an unorthodox arrangement to apprentice under the table to a forbidden warlock presents itself, she takes it. Willem Sauer is banned from having a familiar due to past transgressions, thereby limiting his magic-casting abilities. Unfortunately for the surly, Prussian warlock, he has no choice but to work with enthusiastic Penny as a familiar. They immediately clash like dried roan horsehair and honeycomb gathered by moonlight (it’s a terrible spell combination, ask anyone). Casting spells has delightful perks Penny never could have dreamed of, but also greater dangers. Someone is targeting Penny. Willem and Penny must work together to catch their enemy, and if their ploy requires a little kissing on the side, who is to question the rules of magic?

They're faking it for the cameras. But what if the sparks are real? Graydon St. John doesn't do drama-or public appearances. The brooding defensive end for football team the San Francisco Foghorns prefers silence, solitude, and avoiding headlines. But when a league-wide PR scandal forces him into a media stunt at the city zoo, he's suddenly face-to-face with squawking birds, nosy fans, and the zookeeper who seems to hate his guts on sight. Maple Baker loves her flamingos. Loud, pink, messy? Sure. But they're hers. And the last thing she needs is a grumpy football player stomping into her sanctuary with a bad attitude and a bigger ego. Unfortunately, they've been paired for the zoo's new public outreach program, and the cameras are already rolling. The banter is sharp. The tension is electric. And the more they pretend to play nice for the press, the more their fake flirtation starts to feel like something dangerously real. But when family secrets, viral fame, and a PR romance gone off-script threaten everything Maple's worked for, Graydon must decide if he's willing to fight for love-or let it slip away to protect her. From New York Times bestselling author Meghan Quinn comes a sizzling sports romance full of flamingo feathers, slow-burn heat, and one grump-meets-sunshine love story that's anything but fake. Everyone is OBSESSED with Just for the Cameras: ' OMG ... Dying! ... SWOOOOON! ... I loved it through and through... PHENOMENAL! ' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Holy cow ladies and gentlemen! I think I have a new favorite! Graydon! I mean HELLO!... OH MY GOD YALL! ... talk about a book I want to read again and again. ' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Wow just wow! ... I don't know what Miss Meghan puts in these books but keep it coming PLEASE.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' OMG ... LOVE! ... This is how you do grumpy/sunshine, enemies to lovers, and banter! Chefs kiss! ' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Perfection ... omg ... I was laughing, emotional and cackling... the ending ¿¿ perfect in every way .' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Absolutely OBSESSED ... I was literally squealing over how cute this book was.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Aaahhhhhhh!!!! I cannot express just how much I loved this one!! ... absolute perfection .' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ ' All the feels! ... A must-read ... Kept me giggling and cheesin' for more!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'I absolutely LOVED this book... Everything about this book was perfect ... Meghan Quinn is the absolute queen of rom coms.' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

From Alix E. Harrow, the Sunday Times bestselling author of Starling House , comes a moving and genre-defying quest. A legend. A lie. A love story. A lady-knight whose legend built a nation meets a retiring historian in awe of her fame. He's sent back through time to make sure she plays her part . . . even if it breaks his heart. Sir Una Everlasting was Dominion's greatest hero: the orphaned girl who became a knight, who died for queen and country. Her legend lives on in songs and stories, in children's books and recruiting posters - but her life as it truly happened has been forgotten. Centuries later, Owen Mallory - failed soldier, struggling scholar - falls in love with the tale of Una Everlasting. Her story takes him to war, to the archives, and then into the past itself. Una and Owen are tangled together in time, bound to retell the same story over and over again, no matter what it costs. But that story always ends the same way. If they want to rewrite Una's legend, and finally tell a different story, they'll have to rewrite history itself - and change their lives in the process. Praise for The Everlasting 'An exquisite, epic romance . . . Simply superb' - Freya Marske 'A book so wildly original as to be unlike any other . . . Simply a masterpiece' - Laura Steven 'As dark and oppressive as it is utterly sublime . . . I loved every word of it' - Olivia Atwater 'Incandescent. The Everlasting should enshrine Alix E. Harrow as one of the finest writers of our generation' - Cassandra Khaw Alix E. Harrow's Starling House was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18/11/2023, a Waterstones Book of the Month and a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick

"I love this book so very much."-Robin LaFevers, New York Times bestselling author of the His Fair Assassin trilogy Romantic high fantasy from the bestselling author of Star Wars: Ahsoka and Exit, Pursued by a Bear. It's been a year since the mysterious godsgem cured Cadrium's king and ushered in what promised to be a new golden age. The heroes who brought home the gem are renowned in story and song, but for two fellows on the quest, peace and prosperity don't come easily. Apprentice Knight Kalanthe Ironheart wasn't meant for heroism so early in life, and while she has no intention of giving up the notoriety she's earned, reputation doesn't pay her bills. Kalanthe may be forced to betray not her kingdom or her friends, but her own heart as she seeks a stable future for herself and those she loves. Olsa Rhetsdaughter was never meant for heroism at all. Beggar and thief, she lived hand to mouth on the streets until fortune--or fate--pulled her into Kalanthe's orbit. And now she's reluctant to leave it. Even more alarmingly, her fame has made her profession difficult, and a choice between poverty and the noose isn't much of a choice at all. Both girls think their paths are laid out, but the godsgem isn't quite done with them and that new golden age isn't a sure thing yet. In a tale both sweepingly epic and intensely personal, Kalanthe and Olsa fight to maintain their newfound independence and to find their way back to each other.

In this poignant, moving book, Muhammad Ali shares the beliefs he has come to live by and which he has passed on to his children. Some of the wisdom is his own; some comes from the teachings of true Islam, from his spiritual studies, and from people he has met in the course of his extraordinary life. Here, as he recalls his early days as a young warrior in Louisville, Kentucky, and his meteoric rise to fame as Heavyweight Champion of the World, a title he won three times, he tells of the many battles he won and lost, both inside and outside the ring and his conversion to Islam in the 1960s. Now, working tirelessly as a worldwide ambassador for peace, he talks of the damage caused when religion is used to tear people apart, the essential need for unity in this troubled world, and how his faith sustains him on this, the most important journey of his life - the journey to forgiveness and peace. Together with his daughter Hana, in this timely spiritual memoir Ali draws upon his rich reserve of notes, tapes and journals, and writes with compassion, warmth and, of course, humour on how we can liberate mind, body and spirit when we pursue and embrace the one essential truth - love.

A New York Times , USA Today , and Publishers Weekly bestseller "This character-driven romance will enthrall [Rivers's] many fans." ― Library Journal The New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love returns to her romance roots with this unexpected and redemptive love story, a probing tale with spiritual depth that reminds us that mercy can shape even the most broken among us into an imperfect yet stunning masterpiece. A successful LA artist, Roman Velasco appears to have everything he could possibly want―money; women, fame. Only Grace Moore, his reluctant, newly hired personal assistant, knows how little he truly has. The demons of Roman's past seem to echo through the halls of his empty mansion and out across his breathtaking Topanga Canyon view. But Grace doesn't know how her boss secretly wrestles with those demons: by tagging buildings as the Bird, a notorious but unidentified graffiti artist―an alter ego that could destroy his career and land him in prison. Like Roman, Grace is wrestling with ghosts and secrets of her own. After a disastrous marriage threw her life completely off course, she vowed never to let love steal her dreams again. But as she gets to know the enigmatic man behind the reputation, it's as if the jagged pieces of both of their pasts slowly begin to fit together . . . until something so unexpected happens that it changes the course of their relationship―and both their lives―forever. The Masterpiece is perfect for fans of: Clean contemporary romance Christian women's fiction Riveting stories with themes of faith and forgiveness "Rivers deftly threads Roman's and Grace's lives together as they tiptoe around their emotional scars, eventually shifting into a dance of tentative steps toward a love neither can resist. Fans of Christian romance will delight in this tale of salvation through love." ― Kirkus Reviews "Richly detailed characters with traumatic pasts are woven together with biblical truths and redemptive themes. . . . This is an amazing, beautifully written tale to be savored and pondered and shared with others." ― Romantic Times "Readers will marvel at Rivers's storytelling arc encompassing the reconciliation of gritty past misdeeds and the work in progress of a life of forgiveness." ― Booklist "Fans of Francine Rivers will eagerly devour The Masterpiece and find exactly what they are looking for: a beautifully written story of faith, romance, and the power that true freedom can bring." ― Bookreporter

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - 2026 Rock & Rock Hall of Fame inductee Phil Collins pulls no punches--about himself, his life, or the ecstasy and heartbreak that's inspired his music. In his much-awaited memoir, Not Dead Yet, he tells the story of his epic career, with an auspicious debut at age 11 in a crowd shot from the Beatles' legendary film A Hard Day's Night. A drummer since almost before he could walk, Collins received on the job training in the seedy, thrilling bars and clubs of 1960s swinging London before finally landing the drum seat in Genesis. Soon, he would step into the spotlight on vocals after the departure of Peter Gabriel and begin to stockpile the songs that would rocket him to international fame with the release of Face Value and "In the Air Tonight." Whether he's recalling jamming with Eric Clapton and Robert Plant, pulling together a big band fronted by Tony Bennett, or writing the music for Disney's smash-hit animated Tarzan, Collins's storytelling chops never waver. And of course he answers the pressing question on everyone's mind: just what does "Sussudio" mean? Not Dead Yet is Phil Collins's candid, witty, unvarnished story of the songs and shows, the hits and pans, his marriages and divorces, the ascents to the top of the charts and into the tabloid headlines. As one of only three musicians to sell 100 million records both in a group and as a solo artist, Collins breathes rare air, but has never lost his touch at crafting songs from the heart that touch listeners around the globe. That same touch is on magnificent display here, especially as he unfolds his harrowing descent into darkness after his "official" retirement in 2007, and the profound, enduring love that helped save him. This is Phil Collins as you've always known him, but also as you've never heard him before.

He's on edge while she's en pointe in this fake-dating sports romance from the author of the smash hit Collide. ' Fake-dating goodness filled with delicious tension' Lana Ferguson, author of The Nanny Elias Westbrook, a newly drafted hockey player for the Toronto Thunder, is facing the challenges of fame and media scrutiny. The tabloids are reporting on his every move, including which woman he was last seen with, but all he wants to do is escape the spotlight. Enter from stage left Sage Beaumont, an aspiring ballerina whose lack of popularity online has put her at a major disadvantage for securing the roles she dreams of. When Sage finds herself with the chance to change her luck by fake-dating Elias, she takes her shot. Soon enough, the flimsy rules they set in place fall away. But before things can spiral out of control, Sage and Elias will have to decide if they're willing to take the leap together or if they'll have to call it quits. ' Bal Khabra is a master of swoon , and lovable characters. I dare you to try and read one of her novels in more than one sitting - they're simply unputdownable.' Hannah Bonam-Young, author of Out on a Limb If you love... Hockey player x ballerina Fake-dating Slow burn Forced proximity Multi-racial characters Found family Dual POV ... you're going to love Spiral Readers love Spiral... 'The banter and chemistry was everything in this book' 'Perfect, it was just perfect' 'Bal Khabra is quickly becoming one of my favourite sports romance authors!' 'Bal Khabra never disappoints. I will read anything she will write. PERIOD.' Spiral is the second book in the Off the Ice series. The next book in the Off the Ice series, Revolve, is available now. Spiral ranked No. 6 in the Sunday Times bestseller chart week ending 01/02/2025.

Part love story, part historical novel, part satire, and an evocative tale youthful passion, Gustave Flaubert's A Sentimental Education is translated by Robert Baldick and revised with an introduction by Geoffrey Wall in Penguin Classics. Frederic Moreau is a law student returning home to Normandy from Paris when he first notices Mme Arnoux, a slender, dark woman several years older than himself. It is the beginning of an infatuation that will last a lifetime. He befriends her husband, influential businessman Jacques Arnoux, and their paths cross and re-cross over the years. Through financial upheaval, political turmoil and countless affairs, Mme Arnoux remains the constant, unattainable love of Moreau's life. Flaubert described his sweeping story of a young man's passions, ambitions and amours as 'the moral history of the men of my generation'. Based on his own unrequited love for an older woman, Sentimental Education is one of the greatest French novels of the nineteenth century. Geoffrey Wall's fresh revision of Robert Baldick's original translation is accompanied by an insightful new introduction discussing the personal and historical influences on Flaubert's writing. This edition also contains a new chronology, further reading and explanatory notes. Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) was born in Rouen. After illness interrupted a career in law, he retired to live with his widowed mother and devote himself to writing. Madame Bovary won instant acclaim upon book publication in 1857, but Flaubert's frank display of adultery in bourgeois France saw him go on trial for immorality, only narrowly escaping conviction. Both Salammbo (1862) and The Sentimental Education (1869) were poorly received, and Flaubert achieved limited success in his own lifetime - but his fame and reputation grew steadily after his death. If you enjoyed A Sentimental Education, you may also enjoy Stephen Vizinczey's In Praise of Older Women, available in Penguin Modern Classics.

Youth dives into the lives of four teenagers in Ireland's most diverse town, Balbriggan. Angel is about to finish school and discover if Drill music and YouTube fame can deliver on their promises. Princess is battling to escape her claustrophobic surroundings and go to university and Dean is ready to come out from under his famous father's shadow, while Tanya, struggling with the spotlight of internet infamy, is still posting her dream life for all of her faithful followers. Isolated and disorientated by the white noise and seemingly insurmountable expectations of adolescence, our protagonists are desperate to find anything that helps them belong. Oblivious to one another's presence, potential and struggles, they pass each other on the street as strangers. But when their paths cross, the connections they make will change the course of their lives. Twenty-first century life - hyper-sexualized, social media saturated, anxiety-plagued - is here. Living inside its characters' heads, and negotiating their interior landscape, this book is a love song to the possibilities of youth. Using insights gained from the young people he works with, Curran's evocative writing yields the authenticity this novel demands. With instinctive affection and admiration for his characters' strengths and complexities, Youth is a journey through streets less travelled.

WAS HEISST ES DIE BESTE ALLER SHOWS AUF DIE BÜHNE ZU BRINGEN? THE GREATEST SHOWMAN - der Film-Hit des LaLaLand Erfolgsduos Pasek & Paul, dessen All-Star-Cast schon 2018 die ganze Welt mit Ohrwürmern versorgte - findet eine einfache Antwort darauf: Es ist das Erschaffen einer gemeinsamen Welt, deren Inhalt momentan so einzigartig richtig, so real erscheint, dass sie sich von ganz alleine mit jeglicher Art möglicher Unmöglichkeiten füllt. LADIES & GENTS, THIS IS THE MOMENT YOUVE WAITED FOR ... THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! kann also nur eines sein: eine Jukebox-förmige Explosion an Songs, die uns verliebt, selbstbewusst und mutig zugleich machen, bei denen wir uns zusammen und nostalgisch, unterhalten und verstanden fühlen. Der Fokus muss dort liegen wo die intensivsten Gefühle zuhause sind: im Musical, genauso wie im Musical-Film. Hier lebt der zentrale Gedanke der berühmt-berüchtigten Showmanship zwischen dem König der Löwen und Queens We Will Rock You weiter, getrieben von der gefühlten, geteilten Freiheit der großartigsten aller Darbietungen. Tracks: Akt 1 1. This is the greatest show GREATEST SHOWMAN 2. Saturday night fever Medley 3. Sweet Transvestite THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW 4. Grease Medley 5. Footloose 6. Fame 7. (Ive had) the time of my life DIRTY DANCING 8. I will always love you THE BODYGUARD 9. Can you feel the love tonight/Lass jetzt los THE LION KING & DIE EISKÖNIGIN 10. Moulin Rouge Medley 11. Das Phantom der Oper 12. Gabriellas song WIE IM HIMMEL 13. Mamma Mia! Medley Akt 2 1. Dont stop believin ROCK OF AGES 2. Unruly heart THE PROM 3. Simply love THE PROM 4. Its time to dance THE PROM 5. Bohemian rapsody Medley 6. Shallow A STAR IS BORN 7. Monika KUDAMM 56 8. Ich tanz allein KUDAMM 56 9. A million dreams GREATEST SHOWMAN 10. Come alive GREATEST SHOWMAN 11. Never enough GREATEST SHOWMAN 12. This is me GREATEST SHOWMAN 13. Tightrope GREATEST SHOWMAN 14. From now on GREATEST SHOWMAN 15. This is the greatest show GREATEST SHOWMAN