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Stole my heart' Jennifer Saint, Sunday Times bestselling author of Ariadne 'This is a hymn to women. It is imperative that you read it' Samantha Shannon, internationally bestselling author of The Bone Season series 'A tender yet fierce reclamation of myth crafted by a masterful hand' Bea Fitzgerald, Sunday Times bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen 'Utterly exquisite... nothing short of breath-taking' Rosie Hewlett, Sunday Times bestselling author of Medea _________ A myth rewritten. A name reclaimed. Blessed by the gods with unparalleled beauty, Andromeda lives a life of ease within her Aethiopian palace walls. The young princess has no concerns other than the royal expectations - until a single, fateful proclamation changes everything. When the queen defies the gods with blasphemy Poseidon, fearsome God of the Seas, delivers a deadly ultimatum that puts the queen's life in Andromeda's hands. Poseidon sends his loyal servant, the shape-shifting Ceto, to seal the princess's fate. But Ceto is not just a servant. With a sharp tongue and hardened heart, she has little interest in the princess's appearance or the god's games. Yet an undeniable tension begins to blooms, and both realise Andromeda's beauty is not only a gift, but a weapon. As Poseidon's judgement draws closer, the two find themselves pulled into something far more passionate - and dangerous - than either could have predicted... _________ Readers love ANDROMEDA 'Intimate, fierce, and quietly powerful' 'Will stick with me for a long time' 'I was emotionally wrung out, but in the best way' 'One of the most emotional, intimate and romantic stories I've read' 'Respects the original myth but isn't afraid to question it

Based on the classic fairy tale. A prince wants to marry a real princess, so the queen devises a true test based on one pea and a lot of mattresses! Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. The Princess and the Pea is a Level 1 Read it yourself title, suitable for very early readers who have had some initial reading instruction and are ready to take their first steps in reading real stories. Each story is told very simply, using a small number of frequently repeated words.

'A wonderful book' Richard Osman 'So clear and true ... Helpful for all relationships in life' Nigella Lawson 'A fascinating read on the emotional baggage we all carry' Elizabeth Day ______________________________________________________________________________________ How can we have better relationships? In this Sunday Times bestseller, leading psychotherapist Philippa Perry reveals the vital do's and don'ts of relationships. This is a book for us all. Whether you are interested in understanding how your upbringing has shaped you, looking to handle your child's feelings or wishing to support your partner, you will find indispensable information and realistic tips in these pages. Philippa Perry's sane, sage and judgement-free advice is an essential resource on how to have the best possible relationships with the people who matter to you most. Featuring exclusive new chapter on sibling relationships. _____________________________________________________________________________________ 'It gave me hope as a new parent' Babita Sharma 'This has genuinely had such a positive impact on my life and my relationship with my daughter' Josh Widdicombe 'She writes with an inquisitive elegance rarely found in parenting guides ... it is forgiving and persuasive' Hadley Freeman, the Guardian 'Philippa Perry is one of the wisest, most sane and secure people I've ever met' Decca Aitkenhead, Sunday Times Magazine The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read has sold over 1.3 million copies worldwide since publication, BBVA March 2024 Philippa Perry, Sunday Times bestseller, October 2023

🩸 PRE ORDER THE NEWEST NOVEL FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE STARVING SAINTS 🩸 The only thing more terrifying than a brood's hunger . . . is its mothers. -- Beatrice is a broodmother. A vampire of blood and nurture, charged with guiding the newly undead through their first, transformational years. Beneath her patron's skyscraper, in a buried warren of abandoned offices, she raises her fledglings-two difficult, hungry children of the night. But when she takes on another, the balance ruptures. Her hunger swells beyond control. Her body alters, betraying its purpose. And the careful boundaries of her existence begin to dissolve. Seeking understanding, Beatrice turns to a mortal who might help her name what she is becoming. Yet their growing intimacy is its own danger, threatening to uncover all that's long been kept hidden from humanity. And in a world governed by secrecy, even the smallest revelation could prove fatal. To Beatrice. To her brood. To the entire coven. -- " Milkteeth is a feast of unnerving body horror; a wholly original take on the vampire myth, full of dread, complexity, and unlikely connection. I've read three Caitlin Starling novels now-no two are alike, and no one is like anything that came before ." Christopher Buehlman, bestselling author of Between Two Fires " Fascinating, compelling, impossible to look away from. " Kendare Blake, #1 NYT bestselling author of All These Bodies " A compulsively readable story cradling a powerful look at motherhood, filtered through the lens of vampirism ." Kelley Armstrong, New York Times Bestselling author " MILKTEETH takes a fresh new bite out of the vampire lore, and in doing so spills onto these pages crimson mystery, mind-twisty plotlines, and incredible new characters. As elegant as it is brutal. Brava to Caitlin Starling! " Jonathan Maberry, NY Times bestselling author of Red Empire and Ghosts of the Void. " With its compelling plot, deft writing, and original premise, this novel will quickly seduce you, but be careful: it has teeth. " Johanna van Veen, Author of My Darling Dreadful Thing and Blood on Her Tongue -- Readers love Caitlin Starling:- 'Drenched in debauchery and brimming with bacchanalian madness' 5* READER REVIEW 'Astronomical levels of gay, but in a horrifically violent, toxic, and evil way' 5* READER REVIEW

For classic murder mystery readers, a scintillating anthology of lost treasures to read alongside Edgar Allan Poe and Sherlock Holmes A Penguin Classic For The Penguin Book of Murder Mysteries, writer and anthologist Michael Sims did not summon the usual suspects. He sought the unfamiliar, the unjustly forgotten, and little-known gems by writers from outside the genre. This historical tour of one of our most popular literary categories includes stories never before reprinted, features rebellious early lady detectives," and spotlights former stars of the crime field Austrian novelist Auguste Groner and prolific American Geraldine Bonner among them. For twenty-first century connoisseurs of crime, The Penguin Book of Murder Mysteries celebrates how the nineteenth century added a fierce modern twist to the ancient theme of bloody murder. Penguin Classics is the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world, representing a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

'Burning ice, biting flame; that is how life began' The extraordinary Scandinavian myth cycle is one of the most enduring, exciting, dramatic and compelling of the world's great stories. The Penguin Book of the Norse Myths compellingly retells these stories for the modern reader, taking us from the creation of the world through the building of Asgard's Wall to the final end in Ragnarok. You'll discover how Thor got his hammer and how Odin lost his eye, the terrible price of binding the wolf Fenrir and why Loki the trickster can never be trusted. The Norse myths are as thrilling to read as they are of vast cultural and historical importance. In this gripping book Kevin Crossley-Holland brings alive the passion, cruelty and heroism of these unforgettable stories.

Ex-lovers. Ex-rivals. New cohosts. Oh, puck. The perfect read for fans of ICEBREAKER, BEHIND THE NET and RED, WHITE & ROYAL BLUE! This is your next sizzling sports romance addiction . . . ---- Cut from the US women's hockey team right before her third chance at gold, Natalie Carpenter is scrambling for a plan that'll help her avoid moving back home. The answer: a guest-hosting gig on Wake Up, USA's winter games coverage. Her cohost: Darcy LaCroix , Nat's ex-girlfriend, one-time college teammate turned adversary. Since leaving Team Canada, Darcy has worked hard to make a name in broadcasting. If her big break requires sharing screen time with the former cocky freshman who turned her world upside down, so be it. At this point, there's nothing between them except history. But audiences disagree. #PuckingHotties is trending hard, and Nat and Darcy agree to lean into it - for ratings, obviously. It's not like Nat can forget the way Darcy broke her heart or their bitter team rivalry. Between working, travelling together and that irresistible spark, it's getting hard to separate what's real and what's for the camera. Because somewhere underneath everything that went wrong is the sneaking suspicion that nothing will ever feel quite this right again. Tropes/themes: 1. Second-chance love story 2. Sapphic-enemies-to-lovers 3. Queer romance 4. Slow burn ---- Readers are loving Wake Up, Nat & Darcy 'Oh my gosh, I loved this book! I've been hoping for a perfect rivals-to-lovers sapphic hockey romance and this one more than delivers' ***** Reader Review 'Such a great book and one I'll be recommending forever!' ***** Reader Review 'I loved this book. The banter between Nat and Darcy had me hooked and burning through the pages' ***** Reader Review 'I loved these characters - even through the snark, they cared for each other. They built each other up, supported each other as others offended' ***** Reader Review 'This is the Sapphic romance of my dreams, I loved it so much!' ***** Reader Review

THE PLANET HAS ALWAYS CALLED TO JILL, BUT ITS SECRETS MAY CONSUME HER. . . Swallowed is a dark, psychological sci-fi novella where obsession, romance, and horror intertwine on a planet that seems too perfect to be real. 'This was just as wild and thrilling as I thought it would be. Meg Smitherman never disappoints!' 5 Reader Review -- Earth is broken beyond repair. The Planet is our last hope. Humanity's first mission to the Planet ended in tragedy, but botanist Jill Jones won't let that stop her from joining the second one. Perfect climate, perfect terrain, perfect flora and fauna; the Planet has called to Jill all her life. She knows, with bone-deep certainty, it's home. A new beginning for humanity. She just needs a chance to prove it. But as Jill and her team survey the Planet, a mysterious presence begins to infiltrate their thoughts. When her colleagues start to disappear, it's up to Jill to uproot the Planet's secrets before they consume her, her friends . . . And the one man she would do anything to keep. -- Readers love Swallowed 'Mouth dropped. This was such an incredible read. I couldn't put it down. I read it in one sitting!' 5 Reader Review 'Disturbing, addictive and darkly atmospheric' 5 Reader Review 'I need more books like this! Immediately one of my FAVORITE reads of 2024 & should be on your must reads for 2025' 5 Reader Review 'A horticulturally horny and hypnotising read' 5 Reader Review

SHERLOCK HOLMES IS NOT ONLY THE MOST FAMOUS CHARACTER IN CRIME FICTION BUT THE MOST FAMOUS CHARACTER IN ALL OF FICTION. 'Holmes has a timeless intelligence that puts him head, shoulders and deer-stalker above all other detectives' Alexander McCall Smith _______________ This complete volume contains four novels and fifty-six short stories about the most engaging detective of all time, with a foreword by crime writer Ruth Rendell. Sherlock Holmes, together with his faithful sidekick Doctor John H. Watson, proves himself as the quintessential detective. Time after time his pits his extraordinary wits and courage against foreign spies, blackmailers, cultists, petty thieves, murderers, swindlers, policemen (both stupid and clever), and his arch-nemesis Moriarty. Continuing to enthral millions in film and TV adaptations, Arthur Conan Doyle's creation has inspired readers and writers of crime stories for well over a century. Join their ranks with this collection. _______________ 'The immense talent, passion and literary brilliance that Conan Doyle brought to his work give him a unique place in English letters. Personally, I'd walk a million miles in tight boots just to read his letters to the milkman' Stephen Fry 'Now, as in his lifetime, cab drivers, statesmen, academics, and raggedy-assed children sit spellbound at his feet. No wonder, then, if the pairing of Holmes and Watson has triggered more imitators than any other duo in literature' John Le Carré

This exciting collection celebrates the richness and variety of the Spanish short story, from the nineteenth century to the present day. Featuring over fifty stories selected by revered translator Margaret Jull Costa, it blends old favourites and hidden gems - many of which have never before been translated into English - and introduces readers to surprising new voices as well as giants of Spanish literary culture, from Emilia Pardo Bazán and Leopoldo Alas, through Mercè Rodoreda and Manuel Rivas, to Ana Maria Matute and Javier Marías. Brimming with romance, horror, history, farce, strangeness and beauty, and showcasing alluring hairdressers, war defectors, vampiric mothers, and talismanic mandrake roots, the daring and entertaining assortment of tales in The Penguin Book of Spanish Short Stories will be a treasure trove for readers.

PESR Jack und die Bohnenranke (3) – Caralyn BradshawStufe 3 – 1000 Wörter. Altersgruppe: 5–7 Jahre. Als Jack eines Tages auf dem Weg zum Markt ist, um eine Kuh zu verkaufen, trifft er einen Mann, der ihm fünf magische Bohnen für die Kuh gibt. Die Bohnen wachsen sehr hoch und Jack klettert die Bohnenranke hinauf. „Fee. Fi, Fo, Foy“, sagt der Riese ganz oben. „Ich kann einen Jungen riechen.“ Wie entkommt Jack dem Riesen? Pearson English Story Readers ist eine überarbeitete Reihe von Penguin Young Readers mit 24 klassischen Titeln für Kinder. Die Reihe umfasst 4 Sprachstufen, wobei innerhalb jeder Stufe eine Altersunterscheidung getroffen wird: 5–7, 7–9 und 9–11 Jahre. EAN: 9781292240084Erscheinungsjahr2018EinbandTaschenbuchErscheinungsdatum28.08.2020AutorenCaralyn BradshawZustandNeuFremdsprachige BücherNEINLänge des Artikels in Zentimetern29,8Höhe des Artikels in Zentimetern0,4Breite des Artikels in Zentimetern21Gesamtgewicht in Gramm41,72

THE BRAND NEW DARK ROMANCE FROM TIKTOK SENSATION AND THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF PUNK 57 ----- On the other side of town are five brothers. . . Macon is the oldest. I've never seen him smile. Army is a single dad with beautiful green eyes. Iron will be in prison soon. Dallas is the one I hate. Trace used to be mine. I need to go home. Away from the swamps and these men. I'll leave tomorrow. I'll crash on the couch tonight. Everyone is asleep. Except for one. He sees me crying. I let him wrap his arms around my body and hold me. I don't think it was Trace. ----- Readers are loving Five Brothers 'I could NOT put this book down! There was raw emotion. There was character and plot depth. There was HEAT' 5 ***** Reader Review 'I had no idea what to expect and somehow my expectations were blown away ' 5 ***** Reader Review 'I don't even know how to write something to convey how I feel about this book . I'm actually speechless. This book had me captivated from page one and the hold on me never loosened a single time during the entire book' 5 ***** Reader Review 'HOLY MOLY! Pen, what did you do to me? I haven't read a book in a while now, that had me in a vice grip from the beginning to the end, like Five Brothers did' 5 ***** Reader Review 'The character development was just fantastic. This book is told in each of their POVs and I loved getting to know them. They're complex, flawed, but most importantly they really care about each other' 5 ***** Reader Review

A timeless classic - a BookTok sensation It was a wonderful night, such a night as is only possible when we are young, dear reader. > English edition of Dostoevsky's bittersweet love story recently trending on TikTok Short but intense - will make you want to read more classic literature Snackable content, easy to read and deeply moving The poetic language of the great Russian author draws readers into a world of dreams and heartbreak

Welcome to Neverthorn Academy. Where a bunch of magical school misfits are about to save the world. Or, more likely, die trying . . . --Since dropping out of Neverthorn Academy, after the death of her mother, Harlow Dragon has been working as an enchanted-jewel thief. The last thing she expects is for the school to make an offer she can't refuse: come back to Neverthorn and join seven others with secret magical abilities in House Phoenix. There, they'll be trained in potions, rune casting and combat. Because Nocta - a powerful dark wizard who has been plaguing the magical realm for decades - has the mortal world in his sights, and the students of House Phoenix are all that stand in his way. But Harlow failed at Neverthorn once before. And nothing reminds her of this more than tall, brooding Typhon - Harlow's old classmate and nemesis - who is now the professor tasked with unlocking her own, special power. Except Harlow is sure that Typhon and the other professors are hiding a dark secret. One she must figure out before Nocta arrives to bring about the end of the world . . . --Readers love Shannon Mayer'I love Shannon Mayer and her ability to create paranormal worlds that just suck you in' Reader Review'Shannon Meyer's work is fun to read. Her spicy romance and suspense blend to make a novel that delights readers' Reader Review'I love Shannon Mayer. Creative, tough, prolific, and smart' Reader Review

THE THRILLING NEW INSTALMENT IN THE WISTING SERIES, FROM THE NO. 1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'Compelling, original and suspenseful' KATHY REICHS Following a harsh winter, the dam gates at Farris Lake have been badly damaged, and as summer approaches the lake must be drained for repairs. Under the intense summer sun, the idyllic lake transforms into a barren wasteland - until the secrets that have long been buried beneath the surface are uncovered... On both sides of the lakebed, new evidence relating to unsolved cold cases is discovered - the remains of a young man who went missing eight years ago, and the belongings of a girl who disappeared four years later. Detective William Wisting is certain these crimes are linked. The lake has long hidden its secrets - but can Wisting now bring the truth to light? Why readers LOVE the Detective William Wisting series 'Characters, plot, execution, pacing, conclusion...all quality. And it kept me guessing all the way through' 5***** reader review 'One word for this series. BRILLIANT' 5***** reader review 'Wisting goes from strength to strength...an excellent read' 5***** reader review 'The very best of everything I love abotu the genre...I gulped it down whole in one tasty, page-turning bite' 5***** reader review 'Quality writing and superb characterisation throughout, absorbing and riveting from the first to last page' 5***** reader review

***THE BREAKOUT TIKTOK SENSATION*** SAVING NOAH IS THE UNFORGETTABLE PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER YOU 'LL BE THINKING ABOUT LONG AFTER YOU'VE FINISHED THE LAST PAGE... 'This book ruined me. 5 out of 5. One of the best I have ever read - wow, just wow' 5***** reader review 'Oh my god, definitely a 5-star read. I have never read anything quite like this, made me question everything I believe in' 5***** reader review 'It's SO GOOD. I finished it in two days and ugly cried. 10/10' 5***** reader review 'It was expertly written but will rip your heart out' 5***** reader review ***FEATURING AN EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT FROM LUCINDA BERRY'S BRAND NEW BOOK, THE GOLDEN CHILD, COMING JANUARY 2027*** --- Meet Noah - a top student, award-winning swimmer, and small-town star destined for greatness. His loving mother, Adrianne, couldn't be prouder of the man her son is becoming. Until the day that changed everything. When Noah is accused of a horrific crime, he's sentenced to eighteen months in a juvenile rehabilitation centre. The event sends shockwaves not just through Noah's family, but through the entire town, as everyone is forced to question the boy they thought they knew. But as more shocking revelations come to light, Adrianne is forced to make the hardest decision of her life. Just how far will she go to protect her son? --- 'I was not prepared for this book! I needed tissues because I definitely cried...an emotional read that really makes you question life. So thought provoking' 5***** reader review 'The writing was incredible and I have not stopped thinking about it' 5***** reader review

TRAPPED IN SPACE, AMI THOUGHT SHE WAS ALONE, UNTIL HER DISTRESS CALL WAS ANSWERED BY HIM. . . Thrum is a haunting, psychological sci-fi novella that will leave you wanting more . . . 'Fell in love with this novella, so capturing and so harrowing. It's everything I wanted in a horror-romance' 5 Reader Review -- Ami awakes from years in stasis to find she's at the edges of deep space, and the only surviving member of her crew. Utterly alone and unable to contact Earth, she sends out a distress beacon, not expecting a response. When she gets one from a being who calls himself Dorian, she's welcomed onto his ship as he offers his assistance in any way he can. But nothing on Dorian's ship is as it seems. And as Ami tries to navigate the maze of hallways and first contact with this alien being, a deep hum begins to resonate, haunting her, as if the ship itself is whispering to her. -- Readers love Thrum 'I literally devoured this book in a couple hours and have not stopped thinking about it... that was SOOO DAMN GOOD!' 5 Reader Review 'The slow build up? Amazing. The slow realisation and the descent? Amazing! The world building and the level of detail? Amazing! The ending? Absolutely scrumptious!!!!' 5 Reader Review 'It had everything you could want from a story. Suspense, horror, romance. Highly, highly recommend!' 5 Reader Review 'This blew me out of the water. It's short but it had me hooked from page one and I couldn't put it down' 5 Reader Review

HE HAS CALLED TO HER ALL HER LIFE, BUT SHE COULD NEVER REPLY. . . The brand new haunting, gothic, sci-fi novella from Meg Smitherman . . . -- Midonia, a freelance interplanetary transporter, is on thin ice after a fatal accident on the job. So she doesn't argue when she's given the tedious task of flying devout Sister Irena to a remote fringe planet, where a tiny religious colony worships a strange deity called Anguish. Until now. When a solar flare grounds her ship, Midonia finds herself stuck with the cult-like sisters. Even worse, he comes to her in the night, his familiar voice louder than ever. He invades her mind with his hunger, sparking a ravenous obsession that will be near-impossible to escape. -- Readers love Meg Smitherman: 'Smitherman has such a way with getting the reader into the character's head that there were times I was genuinely afraid while I was reading' five reader review 'Thrum is my first exploration into sci-fi, and I'm certainly fascinated by the genre now' five reader review 'Coming from someone who is rarely impressed with novellas... Wow!' five reader review 'Smitherman knows what she's doing' five reader review

HE HAS CALLED TO HER ALL HER LIFE, BUT SHE COULD NEVER REPLY. . . The brand new haunting, gothic, sci-fi novella from Meg Smitherman . . . -- Midonia, a freelance interplanetary transporter, is on thin ice after a fatal accident on the job. So she doesn't argue when she's given the tedious task of flying devout Sister Irena to a remote fringe planet, where a tiny religious colony worships a strange deity called Anguish. Until now. When a solar flare grounds her ship, Midonia finds herself stuck with the cult-like sisters. Even worse, he comes to her in the night, his familiar voice louder than ever. He invades her mind with his hunger, sparking a ravenous obsession that will be near-impossible to escape. -- 🖤 Readers love Meg Smitherman: 'Smitherman has such a way with getting the reader into the character's head that there were times I was genuinely afraid while I was reading' five ⭐ reader review 'Thrum is my first exploration into sci-fi, and I'm certainly fascinated by the genre now' five ⭐ reader review 'Coming from someone who is rarely impressed with novellas... Wow!' five ⭐ reader review 'Smitherman knows what she's doing' five ⭐ reader review

A best-selling author. A mother. A murderer...? 'OMG wow...so original, so many twists. One of the best books I have read this year' 5***** reader review 'Best thriller I've read in a while - unputdownable! The twists and turns are a rollercoaster' 5***** reader review 'The first twist left me speechless! And they kept on coming' 5***** reader review PRE-ORDER NOW! THE TWIST-A-MINUTE PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER THAT WILL KEEP YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT, PERFECT FOR FANS OF FREIDA MCFADDEN ***** Mackenzie Casper has always lived in the shadow of her famous mother - a best-selling author whose dark, twisted tales have garnered fans across the world. When her mother dies in a tragic accident, many fans are left grieving. But Mackenzie is left with more than she bargained for when investigators start asking questions. What if what happened wasn't an accident? What if it was murder? Then, a mysterious envelope arrives, with pages from her mother's diary: Want to know a secret? Love, Mom. What Mackenzie reads leaves her in shock. Then comes the next letter...As Mackenzie starts her own investigations, she begins to uncover the secrets her family have hidden from her for years. But which one was worth killing for? ***** Why readers are OBSESSED with LOVE, MOM 'One of the best psychological thrillers I've read in a long time' 5***** reader review 'This is the twistiest thriller I have ever read in my entire life' 5***** reader review 'Some great plot twists that had me gasping out loud' 5***** reader review

The classic novel--and hit Broadway show--about escaped convict Jean Valjean has been adapted with easy-to-read text, large type, and short chapters.  This engaging adaptation of the timeless tale is ideal for reluctant readers and kids not yet ready to tackle the original.

DRAGONS - MEET F1 RACING! 'A thrilling new entry in the world of dragon riders!' ALYSSA DAY 'You won't want it to end' ANNIE SUMMERLEE 'Fast paced and super fun. F1 and dragons are a dynamic combination' FELIX MOSSE 'I loved this book' H. LEIGHTON DICKSON 'An absolute thrill-ride' BRANDON PURVES 'Clear your schedule!' G. L. PRESTON Pre-order this full-throttle, fiery debut set in a rich new world of dragon racing - filled with scorching heat, breakneck speeds and white-knuckle thrills. There has never been a female dragon rider in the Volitant Dragon Races. Until now. Once, Lena's flying talent promised a future for women in this thrilling, dangerous sport. But after a betrayal ended her chance for a racing career, Lena now works as a dragon keeper for the washed-up racing tyrant Thorne. Cherishing the close bond she has forged with Gottyk, Thorne's racing dragon, Lena still yearns to fly - to race. But when an accident takes Thorne out of action minutes from a race beginning, Lena sees a sudden, secret opportunity. Put on Thorne's racing helmet, and take his place in Volitant. A chance for her, and women riders everywhere, to seize their victory from the skies . . . EARLY READERS ARE FEELING THE DRAGON RUSH! 'The racing book I didn't know I needed. Take Fourth Wing dragon banter and mix some F1 - you'll get this. ' 5* Reader Review 'Dragons, banter, he falls first... What more could you want. It starts with a bang and doesn't stop until the finish line ' 5* Reader Review 'As fast-paced as the dragon races it describes ... full of action, dragons, and epic friendships' 5* Reader Review 'Love the idea of high-speed dragon racing , and the execution was flawless. A fun mixture of Formula 1 and fantasy tech plus dragons.' 5* Reader Review 'I could talk for hoursssss about all the things I adored in this book . ... The worldbuilding was incredible and immersive ' 5* Reader Review

DISCOVER THE UNFORGETTABLE TIKTOK SENSATION THAT HAS CAPTURED MILLIONS OF HEARTS 'This book is breathtakingly, heartbreakingly beautiful. You will cry ugly tears' 5***** READER REVIEW 'So moving that it left me sobbing but at the same time filled my heart. Beautiful, tragic, heartbreakingly wonderful' 5***** READER REVIEW 'It is without a doubt the biggest ugly cry I have ever had from a book' 5***** READER REVIEW ________ Two hearts. One love story. An ending you will never forget . . . Rune Kristiansen and Poppy Litchfield met as children and swore to be friends forever. As teenagers, their friendship grew into a love that promised to last a lifetime. But their worlds were shattered when Rune was sent home to his native Norway. Two years later, Rune is back, and Poppy is ready for their happy ever after to begin. But the boy who returns is not the Rune she remembers. What happened to turn her sweet, thoughtful Rune into this brooding stranger? And will the secret Poppy is carrying bring them closer together or separate them forever? Discover the story that will break your heart and make you believe true love really does last for eternity . . . ________ 'I have read books that have had me ugly crying in the past but I honestly don't think I've read a book before this one where tears flowed in every single chapter' 5***** READER REVIEW 'The most heartbreaking, soul-shattering yet beautiful book I have ever read . . . I sobbed. I mean ugly crying' 5***** READER REVIEW 'One of the most beautiful and most heartbreaking books I have ever read' 5***** READER REVIEW 'Rune couldn't have been more perfect, nor Poppy more perfect for him' 5***** READER REVIEW

The new forbidden student/professor rom com from the New York Times bestselling author of What Happens in Amsterdam! 'So hot, so funny, so emotionally satisfying. The perfect romance' Laura Wood 'Rachel Lynn Solomon always delivers these quirky, thoughtful and just sweet romances- I simply cannot get enough' Reader Review 'I love love LOVED this! Pop star turned college student falls for her professor?! I didn't know I needed it!' Reader Review 'Cute, clever, and bursting with that irresistible 'this is probably a bad idea ... but I'm doing it anyway' energy' Reader Review When a former popstar enrols at college, the last thing she needs is A-plus chemistry with her psychology professor . . . Three-time Grammy award-winner Ramona Wilder has spent her youth selling out arenas. Now at age twenty-six, she's done with the spotlight and inhumane lack of privacy. She just wants to be 'normal' - starting with a place at college. Professor Nick Navarro, recently divorced but determinedly optimistic, vows to treat this new celebrity enrolment the same as any other student. But when Ramona blazes into class and causes an uproar, he's rattled for the first time in his career. There's an undeniable spark between them - but they definitely shouldn't act on it. And when Ramona's old life comes calling her back, she's no longer sure where she fits. Is Nick just a brief distraction? Or a first chance at something real? Praise for Rachel Lynn Solomon: 'An unputdownable, sexy riot!' CHRISTINA LAUREN 'The spice was unparalleled' READER REVIEW ***** 'Delightfully addictive and downright red-hot spicy!' AMY LEA 'My forecast: read it, and you'll be on cloud nine' ALI HAZELWOOD 'A sexy storm of a book' SOPHIE COUSENS 'Probably my favourite romcom ever' READER REVIEW *****

The empowering and accessible book on ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence for anyone looking for a diagnosis, trying to make sense of one, or trying to be a better ally . 'This book will change lives ! A cracking read and a must for folks with brains who do things differently' Heidi Mavir, bestselling author of Your Child is Not Broken 'I loved it... this book is comforting and clever, but most of all kind' Daisy Buchanan, author of Insatiable and Careering Ellie was 24 when she learned she wasn't broken, she was neurodivergent. Her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism was like a lightbulb being switched on and she could finally start to heal from the trauma of being un-diagnosed and mis-understood for so long. Since getting her diagnosis, Ellie has made it her mission to change the way we think about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence and in UNMASKED, she shares what she has learned along her journey. Written in a bite-sized style for whizzy brains like hers, Ellie shares chapters on: · Mental health and how to look after it · Ableism and pretty privilege · Masking (and unmaksing) · The diagnostic process (including the importance of self-diagnosis) · How to navigate the workplace Clear and insightful, UNMASKED is the practical guide to ADHD and autism to help us all better understand and celebrate neurodivergence, and ultimately make the world a more inclusive place. Whether you are neurodivergent, suspect you might be, or want to be a better ally, UNMASKED will help you make sense of it all, and put the power in your hands. Praise for UNMASKED: '[A] brilliant deep dive into neurodivergence' Catherine Gray, award-winning author of Little Addictions 'A game changer ' Joshua Fletcher, aka @anxietyjosh, author of And How Does That Make You Feel ' Reassuring , liberating and empowering ' Emma Reed Turrell, psychotherapist and author of Please Yourself ' Massively validating and educational' 5-star reader review 'I found the way it was presented super useful as an Autistic, ADHDer myself. I tend to never quite see a book through to the end but the way it was broken down made it really accessible' 5-star reader review ' Inspiring and insightful' 5-star reader review 'A book that everyone should read' 5-star reader review

New York Times Bestseller The new must-read epic from master storyteller Ken Follett: more than a thriller, it's an action-packed, globe-spanning drama set in the present day. "A compelling story, and only too realistic." -Lawrence H. Summers, former U.S. Treasury Secretary "Every catastrophe begins with a little problem that doesn't get fixed." So says Pauline Green, president of the United States, in Follett's nerve-racking drama of international tension. A shrinking oasis in the Sahara Desert; a stolen US Army drone; an uninhabited Japanese island; and one country's secret stash of deadly chemical poisons: all these play roles in a relentlessly escalating crisis. Struggling to prevent the outbreak of world war are a young woman intelligence officer; a spy working undercover with jihadists; a brilliant Chinese spymaster; and Pauline herself, beleaguered by a populist rival for the next president election. Never is an extraordinary novel, full of heroines and villains, false prophets and elite warriors, jaded politicians and opportunistic revolutionaries. It brims with cautionary wisdom for our times, and delivers a visceral, heart-pounding read that transports readers to the brink of the unimaginable.