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John Sinclair - A new audio drama series: blockbuster cinema for your ears only: a breathtaking mixture of gothic horror and fast-paced action paired with an audio-rich atmosphere. Produced internationally in London and Los Angeles with Andrew Wincott as John Sinclair, Anthony Skordi, Emma Tate, Dan Mersh, Charlotte Moore, Nico Lennon and many others. John Sinclair: Hell's best entertainment - for your aural pleasure!How far would you go to stay alive? How much blood would you be willing to spill?Dr. Carl Barlow is a renowned physician at St. Bartholomew's Hospital. No one knows that he is dying from leukemia, that he is staring death in the face. He would do anything for a few more months on this earth. In his desperation, he experiments on himself and crosses a line that never should have been crossed. Soon, Barlow's body is changing and he is thirsty for human blood. As Barlow stalks the streets of London, DCI John Sinclair has to face his most dangerous enemy yet ...Detective Chief Inspector John Sinclair works for Scotland Yard's Special Division, an elite unit that deals with extraordinary cases. DCI Sinclair is a battle-hardened veteran of Afghanistan, a man who's been to hell and back. This time, he's not just fighting to save our world. He's fighting for his soul ..."John Sinclair" is a reboot of Europe's longest running horror series. Originally conceived in 1973 and still running strong, the "John Sinclair" novellas are firmly rooted in the finest pulp traditions, true page turners with spine-tingling suspense, exquisite gore and a dash of adventure. "John Sinclair" combines the dark visions of Stephen King, Clive Barker and the "X-Files" with the fast-paced action and globe-trotting excitement of James Bond.

John Sinclair - A new audio drama series: blockbuster cinema for your ears only: a breathtaking mixture of gothic horror and fast-paced action paired with an audio-rich atmosphere. Produced internationally in London and Los Angeles with Andrew Wincott as John Sinclair, Anthony Skordi, Emma Tate, Dan Mersh, Charlotte Moore, Nico Lennon and many others. John Sinclair: Hell's best entertainment - for your aural pleasure!They are as old as mankind. They feed in the shadows we've created. And they're about to step into the light ...When young Cordelia Barnes dies of a drug overdose, her body is brought to Abbott & Sons, one of the oldest funeral parlors in South London. But Mr. Abbott is no ordinary man. He is a ghoul - a foul and ancient creature. He and his gruesome family live in darkness and feed on human flesh. Soon, DCI Sinclair is called to the scene, determined to wipe out the nest of ghouls. But Sinclair doesn't realize that his best friend is trapped under their lair, and that the ghouls are preparing a feast. The slaughter is about to begin ...Detective Chief Inspector John Sinclair works for Scotland Yard's Special Division, an elite unit that deals with extraordinary cases. DCI Sinclair is a battle-hardened veteran of Afghanistan, a man who's been to hell and back. This time, he's not just fighting to save our world. He's fighting for his soul ..."John Sinclair" is a reboot of Europe's longest running horror series. Originally conceived in 1973 and still running strong, the "John Sinclair" novellas are firmly rooted in the finest pulp traditions, true page turners with spine-tingling suspense, exquisite gore and a dash of adventure. "John Sinclair" combines the dark visions of Stephen King, Clive Barker and the "X-Files" with the fast-paced action and globe-trotting excitement of James Bond.

Bloomsbury presents Where The River Takes Us by Lesley Parr, read by Scott Arthur.From the author of The Valley of Lost Secrets comes a thrilling adventure about the power of friendship, set in a Welsh valley in the 1970s, for readers of 9+. Shortlisted for the 2024 Tir na n-Og Awards.Jason lives with his big brother, Richie, trying their best to make ends meet so they can stay together. They've got supportive neighbours and some great friends, but there's always the threat that someone will think they can't manage on their own since their parents died. It's February 1974 and working-class families have been hit hard by the three-day week. The reduced power usage means less work, and less money to get by on. Richie is doing his best, but to make enough money, he's been doing favours for the wrong people.An urban legend about a beast in the valleys catches Jason's eye in the local paper. A wild cat is said to roam the forest, far up the river from their bridge. A reward is offered for proof of The Beast's existence. Jason's friends are desperate to help him, and they convince him that this is the answer to his and Richie's money problems.And so a quest begins. Four best friends soon find themselves on a journey that will change each of them … forever.With echoes of Stand By Me, this thrilling middle-grade adventure is packed with irresistible characters and a page-turning plot with relatable themes, making this another timeless story from one of our finest writers of historical fiction for kids.'What a story. What a writer. Simply stunning' – Emma CarrollSelected as The Sunday Times Children's Book of the Week 12 March 2023Longlisted for the Historical Association Young Quills Award 2024

Autumn, 1816... Lady Ashby is grieving the death of her beloved husband, just two years earlier. Although still young and beautiful, Isabella is resolved never to marry again, and plans to leave London, return to her parents' Yorkshire house, and resign from society before the year is over. But first, she wants one more taste of life... Isabella has written a list, the contents of which, if discovered, would create a scandal that neither she nor her family would recover from. A list of things she would like to experience, just once more, before she surrenders herself to the life of a widow. And she knows just the man to help her: her friend, handsome and honourable Captain Leo Winterton. But Captain Winterton has a secret of his own. He is in love with Isabella - and when she makes her most improper proposal to him, he is powerless to resist her, even if she is resolved never to love again. Can he persuade her they are destined to be together? Or will their impropriety be discovered, to the ruin of both? Readers can't get enough of Emma Orchard's books: 'If you're girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp' - THE TIMES 'An exciting new talent' - KATIE FFORDE 'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTON 'Absolutely glorious' - SOPHIE IRWIN 'A delicious Regency romp' - ALAN TITCHMARSH Sensual and exciting' - HEIDI SWAIN 'Heyer with spice!' - LIZ FENWICK 'Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy' - KATY MORAN 'Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy' - SARAH BENNETT 'Witty, spicy, seductive' - HANNAH DOLBY 'Perfect for fans of Bridgerton' - DARCIE BOLEYN 'Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!' - CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD 'A delicious slice of escapism' - LAURA WOOD 'Heart-thumping romance' - JENNI KEER

The Sunday Times Bestseller National Book Awards Winner 2018! This is the must-read book that every woman needs. "Brilliant, hysterical, truthful and real. These essays illuminate the path for our future female leaders." - Reese Witherspoon We asked 52 women: what does the F word mean to you? The result is extraordinary. Curated by journalist and activist Scarlett Curtis , with incredible pieces by: Emma Watson - Zoe Sugg - Keira Knightley - Gemma Arterton - Bridget Jones (by Helen Fielding) - Saoirse Ronan - Liv Little - Dolly Alderton - Karen Gillan - Alicia Garza - Jameela Jamil - Kat Dennings - Nimco Ali - Beanie Feldstein - Olivia Perez - Amika George - Evanna Lynch - Akilah Hughes - Tanya Burr - Grace Campbell - Alison Sudol - Elyse Fox - Charlie Craggs - Rhyannon Styles - Skai Jackson - Tasha Bishop - Lolly Adefope - Bronwen Brenner - Dr Alaa Murabit - Trisha Shetty - Jordan Hewson - Amy Trigg - Em Odesser - Emi Mahmoud - Lydia Wilson - Swati Sharma Warning: contains a lot of feminism and some explicit content! **Published in partnership with Girl Up, the UN women's foundation, royalties will benefit this amazing charity** More praise for Feminists Don't Wear Pink: "As a feminist who loves pink, I give this brilliant book of essays an enthusiastic "YES"" - Mindy Kaling "A refreshing and honest celebration of all that it means to be a woman today." - Fearne Cotton "Wonderfully candid, often funny and absolutely necessary, a triumphant rallying call to young women." - The Observer "Pick it up and read one story from your favourite columnist or actress, but I guarantee you'll end up reading the full, illuminating collection, and you'll possibly finish it knowing more about your own personal stance than you imagined."- Glamour "This collection of essays curated by writer Scarlett Curtis is a call-to-arm that allows us to unpick what it means to be a feminist in a safe space." - Stylist "We advise placing a copy in the hands of every girl (and guy) you know." - Red Magazine "Rousing contemporary essays" - The Observer

'Fierce. Game-changing. Urgently necessary. Brilliant, brilliant and did I say brilliant?' EMMA THOMPSON 'Is it worth the hype? Absolutely' LAURA PULLMAN, STYLE ------- Actor, writer and hopeless romantic Rebecca Humphries had often been called crazy by her boyfriend. But when paparazzi caught him kissing his Strictly Come Dancing partner, she realised the only crazy thing was believing she didn't deserve more. A flood of support poured in on social media, but amongst the well-wishes was a simple question with an infinitely complex answer: 'If he was so bad, why did you stay?' Empowering, unflinching and full of humour, this book takes that question and owns it. Using her relationship history and experiences since the scandal during Strictly, Rebecca explores why good girls are drawn to darkness, whether pop culture glamourises toxicity, when a relationship 'rough patch' becomes the start of a destructive cycle, if women are conditioned for co-dependency, and - ultimately - how to reframe disaster into something magical. ------- 'Pacy, vivid, compelling and very, VERY funny... it will help so many' MARIAN KEYES 'A fucking classic. Required reading for all women and men' BRYONY GORDON 'A funny, brave and honest book that will change lives. I have not stopped talking about it' THE TIMES 'So funny and heart-breaking. So stunningly written. ' SUSAN WOKOMA 'A magical, magical book' GLAMOUR 'So thoughtful and moving and funny and sad and great, I love it so, so much. I resented having to put it down' DAISY BUCHANAN 'Her thought-provoking story should be required reading for anyone in a relationship' DAILY MIRROR 'This book isn't an ice-cold revenge opus; it's a diary of self-discovery, a celebration of friendship, resilience and finding one's self-worth...is it worth the hype? Absolutely: I had to stop myself from reading it one grateful gulp' LAURA PULLMAN, STYLE

»Seine Prosa sprüht förmlich vor manischer Intelligenz.« Emma Cline Dieses Buch hat für Furore gesorgt wie kaum ein zweites Werk der amerikanischen Gegenwartsliteratur: Von der Kritik gefeiert, von Lesern leidenschaftlich diskutiert, erzählt Tony Tulathimutte so brillant wie zum Totcringen komisch von Millennials, Misfits und Masturbauteurs. Ein erklärter Feminist fällt ins Wurmloch der Incel-Szene. Eine Frau versinkt in einer selbstzerstörerischen Spirale, als ein One-Night-Stand nicht zur erhofften Beziehung führt. Ein schwuler Thai-Amerikaner bringt es nicht über sich, seinem Freund seinen ultranischigen Fetisch zu gestehen. Wie die Facetten eines Kaleidoskops zeigen ihre Geschichten die monströs schillernden Formen, die die Sehnsucht nach echter Nähe in einer Welt zwischen Dating-Apps und Doomscrolling annimmt. Fiasko gräbt sich tief in die Zwänge und Miseren unserer Gegenwart. »Es überläuft einen von den ersten Worten an. Tulathimutte, fraglos einer der herausragenden Schriftsteller seiner Generation, spielt in der Liga der ganz Großen.« New Yorker »Tulathimutte, ein Meister der Komik mit einem virtuosen Stil, hat ein gewagtes, originelles und zutiefst verstörendes Buch vorgelegt, das beherzt in den Gegenverkehr der liberalen Scheinheiligkeit von heute steuert. Fiasko fängt gekonnt die brandenden Energien des Internets ein, bringt aber auch der neuen Sorte Mensch, die das Internet mit seinen wogenden Identitätskontroversen hervorbringt, tiefe Empathie entgegen.« The New York Times Magazine »Der witzigste Roman, den Sie dieses Jahr lesen werden. Tulathimutte ist einzigartig. Sein Stil erinnert an Nabokov – hätte Nabokov zu einer Zeit gelebt, in der er von Pornos statt von Schmetterlingen besessen wäre.« Los Angeles Review of Books Nominiert für den National Book Award, Best Book of the Year in The New York Times, Time Magazine, New Yorker u. v. m. »Gnadenlos brutal und zum Schreien komisch. Fiasko verschont niemanden – nicht dich, nicht mich. Tulathimutte ist ein Perverser, ein Wahnsinniger, ein eiskaltes Genie.« Carmen Maria Machado »Seine rasante Prosa und sein tiefgründig existenzieller Witz offenbaren eine Wahrheit im Kern unserer verzweifelten Conditio humana. Fiasko ist das Buch eines Verrückten – eines verrückten Genies.« Garth Greenwell »Ein Kick für die Perversen unter uns. Einer der begabtesten Schriftsteller, die sich dem Thema der eigenen Generation widmen. Sein Furcht erregender Intellekt und seine abnormen Instinkte knistern in beinahe jeder Zeile.« Jia Tolentino »Todtraurig und entsetzlich komisch zugleich.« David Sedaris »A fucking party.« Melissa Broder »Abgedreht komisch, formal innovativ und unheimlich präzise zeigt Tulathimutte, wie das digitale Leben unsere reale Existenz schmälern oder pervertieren kann.« Vincenzo Latronico »Vollkommen und absolut unnachahmlich.« Raven Leilani Übersetzt von Stefanie Jacobs, Stefanie Ochel und Jan Schönherr

'Written with great humanity, warmth and vast medical knowledge - Ian is the man you want in your corner if you or anyone you love finds themselves navigating the scary terrain of breast cancer' - EMMA BARNETT, broadcaster and journalist ' Invaluable for anyone experiencing breast cancer or supporting someone through it. I wish I'd had a copy when I was facing a double mastectomy. It's like an expert hand to hold' - DR SIAN WILLIAMS, broadcaster and NHS Chartered Counselling Psychologist ' Beautifully written, deeply human and profoundly hopeful' - BARONESS DELYTH MORGAN, Patient Advocate and Member of the House of Lords ' Immensely readable and incredibly moving' - DAME EILEEN ATKINS, actress -------- Every 10 minutes, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer. For most 50 years ago it used to be fatal. This is the story of how we turned the tide against the disease, transforming it into one that the majority now survive, and of the courage of those who walk this path. In his moving and eye-opening memoir, breast cancer specialist Professor Ian E Smith traces 50 years of medical evolution in step with his own journey from fledgling junior doctor to oncologist at world-renowned cancer centre The Royal Marsden. Sharing poignant tales of the patients who put their lives in his hands, he illuminates the nature of breast cancer and the scientific strides made - from the discovery of targeted therapies to the next-generation drugs in development today. With compassion and gentle humour, he pays tribute to the patients whose courage and resilience left an indelible mark on him and paved the way for better care. At once a compelling exploration of medical breakthroughs and a candid insight into the challenges of treating breast cancer, Doctor, I've Found a Lump is a celebration of progress and a testament to the enduring power of hope.

Mary Shelley’s classic Frankenstein pioneered the deeply explored battle between monster and man. Follow three narratives in this ageless tale that navigates fear, fixation, love, and desire, while finding an anchor in humanity. The combination of fantastical elements and scientific exploration makes this Mary Shelley novel one of the first true models of science fiction. This new edition of Frankenstein stays true to the classic origins, but is provided with a whole new life by a beautifully designed, jacketed hardcover format . An introduction by writer and English professor Catherine Steindler , an author’s introduction , and a timeline of the life and times of Mary Shelley completes this highly collectible edition. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, the Chartwell Classics series includes beautifully presented works and collections from some of the most important authors in literary history. Chartwell Classics are the editions of choice for the most discerning literature buffs. Other titles in the Chartwell Classics Series include: Complete Fiction of H.P. Lovecraft; Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales; Complete Novels of Jane Austen; Complete Sherlock Holme; Complete Tales & Poems of Edgar Allen Poe; Complete Works of William Shakespeare; Divine Comedy; Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Other Tales; The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft; The Federalist Papers; The Inferno; The Call of the Wild and White Fang; Moby Dick; The Odyssey; Pride and Prejudice; The Essential Grimm’s Fairy Tales; Emma; The Great Gatsby; The Secret Garden; Anne of Green Gables; The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe; The Phantom of the Opera; The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital; Republic; Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea; The Picture of Dorian Gray; Meditations; Wuthering Heights; Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass; A Tales of Two Cities; Beowulf; The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Other Stories; Adventures of Huckleberry Finn; Little Women

The Sunday Times Bestseller National Book Awards Winner 2018! This is the must-read book that every woman needs. "Brilliant, hysterical, truthful and real. These essays illuminate the path for our future female leaders." - Reese Witherspoon We asked 52 women: what does the F word mean to you? The result is extraordinary. Curated by journalist and activist Scarlett Curtis , with incredible pieces by: Emma Watson - Zoe Sugg - Keira Knightley - Gemma Arterton - Bridget Jones (by Helen Fielding) - Saoirse Ronan - Liv Little - Dolly Alderton - Karen Gillan - Alicia Garza - Jameela Jamil - Kat Dennings - Nimco Ali - Beanie Feldstein - Olivia Perez - Amika George - Evanna Lynch - Akilah Hughes - Tanya Burr - Grace Campbell - Alison Sudol - Elyse Fox - Charlie Craggs - Rhyannon Styles - Skai Jackson - Tasha Bishop - Lolly Adefope - Bronwen Brenner - Dr Alaa Murabit - Trisha Shetty - Jordan Hewson - Amy Trigg - Em Odesser - Emi Mahmoud - Lydia Wilson - Swati Sharma Warning: contains a lot of feminism and some explicit content! **Published in partnership with Girl Up, the UN women's foundation, royalties will benefit this amazing charity** More praise for Feminists Don't Wear Pink: "As a feminist who loves pink, I give this brilliant book of essays an enthusiastic "YES"" - Mindy Kaling "A refreshing and honest celebration of all that it means to be a woman today." - Fearne Cotton "Wonderfully candid, often funny and absolutely necessary, a triumphant rallying call to young women." - The Observer "Pick it up and read one story from your favourite columnist or actress, but I guarantee you'll end up reading the full, illuminating collection, and you'll possibly finish it knowing more about your own personal stance than you imagined."- Glamour "This collection of essays curated by writer Scarlett Curtis is a call-to-arm that allows us to unpick what it means to be a feminist in a safe space." - Stylist "We advise placing a copy in the hands of every girl (and guy) you know." - Red Magazine "Rousing contemporary essays" - The Observer

**FROM THE PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF TRESPASSES ** A BOOK OF THE AUTUMN IN THE TIMES, GUARDIAN, IRISH TIMES, IRISH EXAMINER, COUNTRY & TOWNHOUSE AND MORE 'A transcendent exploration of yearning, transformation and rescue ' MIN JIN LEE 'Blisteringly good' GUARDIAN, BOOK OF THE DAY 'A masterwork ... Brutal and perfect' IRISH TIMES 'It's been a while since I felt this attached' JODIE COMER 'A triumph' SARAH MOSS, OBSERVER _____ Róisín and Red meet as teenagers in their small Irish hometown in 1982. Brilliant, sharp-tongued and born to slip through the cracks, Red's reputation for trouble precedes him - but Róisín finds herself swept up in his storm, and soon their connection deepens. When a brush with the law pushes Red into a corner, he escapes their town to start a new life in England. As the years pass, they remain tethered to one another, a fragile thread holding their once fierce friendship together. When Róisín arrives in London, the promise of freedom, of reinvention, and of finding her dear friend calls. But searching for Red leads Róisín to a truth darker than she could have imagined: when you go looking for someone you may uncover parts of yourself along the way that you'd rather stayed buried. And Red - bright, beautiful Red - might not want to be found at all. Stations is a devastating story of love and friendship, and a tender portrait of the choices we blithely make when we are young, unaware that the consequences will reverberate throughout our lives. _____ 'I gulped this down - convinced, fascinated and moved by every page' EMMA DONOGHUE 'I loved it for the way it holds a national sorrow' ANNE ENRIGHT 'Heartbreakingly real and utterly compelling' ROISÍN O'DONNELL 'Moving, compassionate, a touching love story' DAVID NICHOLLS

The unabridged version of this definitive work is now available in a highly designed jacketed hardcover with a new introduction by philosophy scholar Pierre Baumann. The personal writings of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius , who ruled from 161 to 180 AD, not only reflect on the philosophical idea of Stoicism , but also on this powerful man’s day-to-day life and issues that still plague us all . Considered to be one of the most influential writings, Meditations is as relevant today as when it was originally published. With a timeline of the life and times of Marcus Aurelius at the back, a modern design makes this timeless book a perfect addition to any library. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, the Chartwell Classics series includes beautifully presented works and collections from some of the most important authors in literary history. Chartwell Classics are the editions of choice for the most discerning literature buffs. Other titles in the Chartwell Classics Series include: Complete Fiction of H.P. Lovecraft; Complete Grimm’s Fairy Tales; Complete Novels of Jane Austen; Complete Sherlock Holme; Complete Tales & Poems of Edgar Allen Poe; Complete Works of William Shakespeare; Divine Comedy; Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Other Tales ; The Essential Tales of H.P. Lovecraft; The Federalist Papers; The Inferno; The Call of the Wild and White Fang; Moby Dick; The Odyssey; Pride and Prejudice; The Essential Grimm’s Fairy Tales; Emma; The Great Gatsby; The Secret Garden; Anne of Green Gables; The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe; The Phantom of the Opera; The Communist Manifesto and Das Kapital; Republic; Frankenstein; Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea; The Picture of Dorian Gray; Wuthering Heights; Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass; A Tales of Two Cities; Beowulf; The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and Other Stories; Adventures of Huckleberry Finn; Little Women

**FROM THE PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF TRESPASSES ** A BOOK OF THE AUTUMN IN THE TIMES, GUARDIAN, IRISH TIMES, IRISH EXAMINER, COUNTRY & TOWNHOUSE AND MORE 'A transcendent exploration of yearning, transformation and rescue ' MIN JIN LEE 'Blisteringly good' GUARDIAN, BOOK OF THE DAY 'A masterwork ... Brutal and perfect' IRISH TIMES 'It's been a while since I felt this attached' JODIE COMER 'A triumph' SARAH MOSS, OBSERVER _____ Róisín and Red meet as teenagers in their small Irish hometown in 1982. Brilliant, sharp-tongued and born to slip through the cracks, Red's reputation for trouble precedes him - but Róisín finds herself swept up in his storm, and soon their connection deepens. When a brush with the law pushes Red into a corner, he escapes their town to start a new life in England. As the years pass, they remain tethered to one another, a fragile thread holding their once fierce friendship together. When Róisín arrives in London, the promise of freedom, of reinvention, and of finding her dear friend calls. But searching for Red leads Róisín to a truth darker than she could have imagined: when you go looking for someone you may uncover parts of yourself along the way that you'd rather stayed buried. And Red - bright, beautiful Red - might not want to be found at all. Stations is a devastating story of love and friendship, and a tender portrait of the choices we blithely make when we are young, unaware that the consequences will reverberate throughout our lives. _____ 'A rare and thrilling talent' MARIAN KEYES 'I gulped this down - convinced, fascinated and moved by every page' EMMA DONOGHUE 'I loved it for the way it holds a national sorrow' ANNE ENRIGHT 'Moving, compassionate, a touching love story' DAVID NICHOLLS

From acclaimed historian Emma Southon, a groundbreaking history of Ancient Rome, showing how the empire was built, fueled, and shaped by its enslaved people. When Julius Caesar conquered Gaul he boasted that he killed a million Gauls and enslaved a million more. This is the truth about the Roman empire: Rome could not function without slavery as it underpinned every single part of their economy. Without the millions of people snatched from their homes in the aftermath of war, kidnapped from the streets, sold into slavery as punishment or born into it as “home bred slaves”; the Roman empire’s great aqueducts and temples could never have been built. There would be no coins or tiles to find in fields, no limitless manpower for the army and navy that conquered the Mediterranean, no marble palaces or underfloor heating, and certainly no life of unimaginable luxury for the one percent who didn’t even tie their own shoes. For the first time, Servus: How Slavery Made the Roman World tells their stories. Servus takes readers into the invisible spaces of the Roman empire, where the millions of enslaved lives perpetuated the excesses of the empire that owned them. From the fields of wheat required to give every Roman his daily bread, to the actors and gladiators who provided their circuses; from the guards who kept the streets of Rome safe and the mines which kept Rome a city of gold and marble, to the builders who placed every brick in the Colosseum. It traces how people entered, experienced and left slavery, covering including the undertold story of slave revolts and the complex realities of enslaved people who themselves owned enslaved people. Servus also explores the lives of those freed from slavery, finally able to choose their own destinies.

Nominated for the 2020 CILIP Carnegie MedalBridie lives on the remote Scottish island of Tornish, the youngest of three sisters. Although she loves her island, with its wild seas and big skies, she guiltily nurses a secret dream of flight - to America and the freedom of the New World. But her family are struggling under the spiteful oppression of the new Laird, and it seems that even some of the Laird's own household are desperate to leave. When the Laird's full cruelty becomes apparent, there's no more time for daydreams as Bridie needs to help the people she loves escape to safety.The first in a gripping, dramatic new series from much-loved author, Karen McCombie, read by Helen McAlpine.Cover illustrated by Jasu Hu."This involving, evocative tale, narrated by Bridie with a hint of period language, is a study of rich and poor, offering clearly-drawn characters."- Nicolette Jones, Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week"There's heart in this Scottish adventure. . . This is (Karen's) best. It has a vivid setting, emotional punch and characters to really care about." - Alex O'Connell, The Times, Children's Book of the Week"It may all seem a far cry from the "slushy, gushy love songs" of Ally's World. And yet here, as there, McCombie displays her gift, which is to create a narrator who sounds thoroughly convincing, and to inhabit the consciousness of a child." Emily Bearn, The Telegraph"Little Bird Flies by Karen McCombie is the evocative and beautifully written tale of Bridie (Little Bird) who dreams of a bigger life than the one she's destined for on her tiny Scottish isle of Tornish. With themes of immigration and prejudice and characters you'll root for, this will appeal to fans of Emma Carroll and Marie-Louise Jensen." - Michelle Harrison, author of A Pinch of Magic

Die 2CD Compilation Trance Anthems 2024 präsentiert 40 aktuelle Trance Hymnen, die von einigen der renommiertesten Künstler der Szene geschaffen wurden. Erlebe über 2 Stunden pure Ekstase, während dich die pulsierenden Beats und euphorischen Melodien auf eine unvergessliche Reise durch die Trance-Landschaft entführen. Eine perfekte Mischung aus bekannten Größen wie Talla 2XLC, Armin Van Buuren, Paul Van Dyk und aufstrebenden Talenten der Trance-Szene. Trance Anthems 2024 ist die ultimative Sammlung für alle Liebhaber von Trance-Musik. Lass dich von den hypnotisierenden Klängen mitreißen und erlebe die Faszination dieses zeitlosen Genres in seiner besten Form. Hol dir jetzt deine Kopie und tauche ein in die Welt der Trance Anthems! cd 1 Talla 2XLC Welcome To The Future Armin Van Buuren Computers Take Over The World TH3 ONE & DJ Dean Wake Me Up Ronski Speed x Sygma ft. Frau.Gile U Found Me Daxson vs. Xijaro & Pitch The Awakening Binary Finary 1998 John O'Callaghan Flow Through BIXX & Ana Criado I Belong C-Systems Unreal Alex M.O.R.P.H., Faith Mark Magnificent Fischer & Miethig x Rezvan Khan Dreams Of Daylight DJ T.H. , Damina Duda& Sharon Valerona Open Your Heart Allen Watts Resonate DJ Eternity Living For Today Paul Cartwright Run In The Rain James Dymond & Stine Grove Purely Beautiful Talla 2XLC Journey's End Will Dukster vs. Re:Mark feat. Angelika Away Luminn Tempus Markus Schulz & Emma Hewitt Till We Fade cd 2 Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Rank 1 & Ruben De Ronde Destination (A State Of Trance 2024 Anthem) Paul Van Dyk & Ciaran McAuley Someone You Like Nikolauss & Hanna Finsen A Stranger Sam Laxton Into Me Talla 2XLC & Junk Project Black Sky Marc Van Linden, Abstract Vision Euphoria Arctic Ocean Stardust Thomas Petersen Place To Stay Para X Mangoria Armin Van Buuren, Anne Gudrun Love Is A Drug Jan De Vice And Ramin Arab Titanium State 91& Lyd14 The Way Back Home Darren Porter, BIXX & Natalie Gioia Cry For Peace Tim Clark Gateway Peter Miskelly & Sarah Lynn Bruised But Not Broken Steve Dekay & RONNIEE Signs Transa Carla's Theme Alternative High Lost Intention Sherano I Should Know Talla 2XLC & Jes Spread Your Wings

Preorder the BRAND NEW instalment in the gripping Hopgood Hall cozy mystery series from bestselling author E V Hunter.A tragic accident or an untimely death?When Drew Hopgood's brother, Frank dies whilst out climbing, it's initially thought his death was simply a tragic accident. But when Frank's much younger wife, Stella arrives at Hopgood Hall demanding half of Frank's inheritance the Hopgoods and Alexi Ellis begin to suspect foul play...Stella has no claim to Frank's legacy, but she isn't giving up easily. And with the reputation of Hopgood Hall still fragile, Alexi can't afford to lose any more money because of Stella's greed.So Alexi, her partner Jack, and Cosmo of course, decide to dig deeper into Stella's background. Just how did she meet Frank and were they really as in love as she claims?As the trio investigate, they discover Stella has her own reasons for being back at Hopgood Hall. And rather than console the grieving widow, Alexi and Jack think they might need to look again at Frank's tragic death - because rather than an accident this could have been a deadly fall - planned by his own wife!A boutique hotel. A feral cat. A recipe for murder!A gripping murder mystery, perfect for fans of Faith Martin, Frances Evesham and Emma Davies.Praise for E V Hunter:'Plenty of suspects and suspense in this page-turning whodunnit' Bestselling Author Michelle Salter'If you want to dip your toe into the cosy crime genre then this is the book for you! It is incredible. I loved every word and Cosmo the cat is just hilarious' Reader Review'A Date To Die For would make a fabulous early evening television series. I really enjoyed it and look forward to much more from E V Hunter' Reader Review'The author certainly knows how to grab the reader's attention and draw them into what proves to be one heck of a story' Reader Review

'A darkly sumptuous tale of wicked spectacle, wild injustice and the insuppressible strength of women' EMMA STONEX, author of THE LAMPLIGHTERS 'An essential story of women resisting the unjust exertion of male power' SUNDAY TIMES ____________________ The Salpêtrière asylum, 1885. All of Paris is in thrall to Doctor Charcot and his displays of hypnotism on women who have been judged mad or hysterical. But the truth is much more complicated - for these women are often simply inconvenient, unwanted wives or strong-willed daughters. Once a year a grand ball is held at the hospital. For the Parisian elite, the Mad Women's Ball is the highlight of the season; for the women themselves, it is a rare moment of hope. Geneviève is a senior nurse. After the death of her sister, she has shunned religion and placed her faith in science. But everything begins to change when she meets Eugénie, the 19-year-old daughter of a rich family. Because Eugénie has a secret, and she needs Geneviève's help. Their fates will collide on the night of the Mad Women's Ball... ____________________ 'In this darkly delightful Gothic treasure, Mas explores grief, trauma and sisterhood behind the walls of Paris' infamous Salpetriere hospital' PAULA HAWKINS, author of A SLOW FIRE BURNING 'A beautifully written debut...I have absolutely no doubt it will be one of my favourite novels of 2021.' AJ PEARCE, author of DEAR MRS BIRD 'Essential reading' COSMOPOLITAN 'A deftly woven tale of hope and pain, judgement and redemption, cruelty and kindness. Utterly captivating and profoundly affecting.' Sunday Times bestseller, MIRANDA DICKENSON 'Enter the dance of this little masterpiece and let yourself be dazzled. Assured of hitting the bestseller lists' THE PARISIAN ____________________ AN AMAZON PRIME ORIGINAL FILM STARRING MÉLANIE LAURENT

A warm, immersive way to learn Norwegian through story. Seasons: Bilingual Norwegian-English Stories for Kids is the third book in a unique 52-story reading system designed for young learners who want to acquire Norwegian naturally through stories, not memorisation or grammar drills. Continue Emma and Jonas's journey through a familiar Norwegian neighbourhood where ordinary days become small adventures. From a little dog that needs help to a picnic beside the river, each story turns simple moments into discoveries filled with friendship, kindness, and imagination. Through changing seasons, outdoor adventures, and gentle mysteries, children experience the sounds and rhythms of everyday Norwegian life. They explore forests, rivers, gardens, schoolyards, and neighbourhood paths while building a growing connection with the language and culture. The writing blends clear, simple language with authentic Norwegian storytelling traditions, creating stories that feel like real children's literature rather than language lessons. This book continues a carefully structured progressive reading method designed to build fluency through repetition, context, and emotional engagement. Each book contains four interconnected stories that gradually increase in difficulty. Vocabulary is carefully controlled and recycled across the series, allowing young readers to develop confidence naturally, one story at a time. At this A1-A2 Foundations level: Present tense remains dominant Sentences are short, clear, and easy to follow Core everyday vocabulary is repeated and reinforced Only a small number of new words are introduced in each story English translation support is included for comprehension and accessibility Rather than teaching Norwegian through grammar explanations, this method helps children absorb the language naturally through narrative immersion, developing reading fluency almost without noticing they are learning. Perfect for young beginners who want to discover Norwegian through the small wonders hidden inside everyday life.

John Sinclair - A new audio drama series: blockbuster cinema for your ears only: a breathtaking mixture of gothic horror and fast-paced action paired with an audio-rich atmosphere. Produced internationally in London and Los Angeles with Andrew Wincott as John Sinclair, Anthony Skordi, Emma Tate, Dan Mersh, Charlotte Moore, Nico Lennon and many others. John Sinclair: Hell's best entertainment - for your aural pleasure! "She had no more than one or two days left to live. She could feel it. The agonizing pain in her throat, the blinding headaches... there wasn't much time left. She had tried everything, absolutely everything, and the only thing that could save her now was a miracle...? When the Lady Laduga is sentenced to death in 1722, she makes a pact with a mysterious stranger... a pact that will grant her eternal life. But there is a price to pay. Three-hundred years later, her ancient evil awakens and a small town in England is plunged into a blood-soaked nightmare. Detective Chief Inspector John Sinclair works for Scotland Yard's Special Division, an elite unit that deals with extraordinary cases. DCI Sinclair is a battle-hardened veteran of Afghanistan, a man haunted by the past. He's never forgotten the horrors of war, but what he encounters in the village of Hillside is an evil far beyond anything he could possibly imagine... "John Sinclair" is a reboot of Europe's longest running horror series. Originally conceived in 1973 and still running strong, the "John Sinclair" novellas are firmly rooted in the finest pulp traditions, true page turners with spine-tingling suspense, exquisite gore and a dash of adventure. "John Sinclair" combines the dark visions of Stephen King, Clive Barker and the "X-Files" with the fast-paced action and globe-trotting excitement of James Bond.

Cruelly beautiful, utterly authentic – introducing a searingly talented new Queer writer. A novel for fans of 'A Girl is a Half-Formed Thing' by Eimear McBride, 'Peach' by Emma Glass and 'Box Hill' by Adam Mars-Jones. When a giant sperm whale washes up on the local beach and tells Joe Gunner that death will follow him wherever he goes. Joe knows that the place he needs to go is home. Having stormed out two years ago, it won't be easy. Nor will returning to the river alongside the house where words ripple beneath the muddy black water washing up all sorts of memories and disturbing prophecies. Joe turns to his sister, Birdee, the only person who has ever listened and to Tim Fysh, a local fisherman and longtime lover - but reviving their bond leads to trouble. Joe tells himself that the whale's predictions are wrong but the river is relentless. As the waters settle, Joe learns the truth and finds that all of us can hate, but we can make a choice not to. Ransom's fractured, distinctive prose highlights the beauty and brutality of his story. His extraordinarily vivid sense of place saturates the reader with the wet of the river, and the salty tang of the heaving sea. This novel contains adult themes, strong language, and some scenes that might be upsetting to listeners. "'The Whale Tattoo' is a stunning achievement - one of the most impressive and assured debuts I've ever read" - Matt Cain "A bold, brilliant and beautiful debut" - Susannah Dunn "With assured narrative, a vivid sense of place and atmosphere, and flint-sharp dialogue, Jon Ransom has written a novel that is bleak and brutal, but never sentimental.. utterly authentic and cruelly beautiful" - Matt Bates "Raw, uncompromising, and authentic, a remarkable debut from an astonishingly gifted writer" - Golnoosh Nour

'Seine Prosa sprüht förmlich vor manischer Intelligenz.' Emma Cline Dieses Buch hat für Furore gesorgt wie kaum ein zweites Werk der amerikanischen Gegenwartsliteratur: Von der Kritik gefeiert, von Lesern leidenschaftlich diskutiert, erzählt Tony Tulathimutte so brillant wie zum Totcringen komisch von Millennials, Misfits und Masturbauteurs. Ein erklärter Feminist fällt ins Wurmloch der Incel-Szene. Eine Frau versinkt in einer selbstzerstörerischen Spirale, als ein One-Night-Stand nicht zur erhofften Beziehung führt. Ein schwuler Thai-Amerikaner bringt es nicht über sich, seinem Freund seinen ultranischigen Fetisch zu gestehen. Wie die Facetten eines Kaleidoskops zeigen ihre Geschichten die monströs schillernden Formen, die die Sehnsucht nach echter Nähe in einer Welt zwischen Dating-Apps und Doomscrolling annimmt. Fiaskogräbt sich tief in die Zwänge und Miseren unserer Gegenwart. 'Es überläuft einen von den ersten Worten an. Tulathimutte, fraglos einer der herausragenden Schriftsteller seiner Generation, spielt in der Liga der ganz Großen.' New Yorker 'Tulathimutte, ein Meister der Komik mit einem virtuosen Stil, hat ein gewagtes, originelles und zutiefst verstörendes Buch vorgelegt, das beherzt in den Gegenverkehr der liberalen Scheinheiligkeit von heute steuert.Fiasko fängt gekonnt die brandenden Energien des Internets ein, bringt aber auch der neuen Sorte Mensch, die das Internet mit seinen wogenden Identitätskontroversen hervorbringt, tiefe Empathie entgegen.' The New York Times Magazine 'Der witzigste Roman, den Sie dieses Jahr lesen werden. Tulathimutte ist einzigartig. Sein Stil erinnert an Nabokov - hätte Nabokov zu einer Zeit gelebt, in der er von Pornos statt von Schmetterlingen besessen wäre.' Los Angeles Review of Books Nominiert für den National Book Award, Best Book of the Year in The New York Times, Time Magazine, New Yorker u. v. m. 'Gnadenlos brutal und zum Schreien komisch. Fiasko verschont niemanden - nicht dich, nicht mich. Tulathimutte ist ein Perverser, ein Wahnsinniger, ein eiskaltes Genie.' Carmen Maria Machado 'Seine rasante Prosa und sein tiefgründig existenzieller Witz offenbaren eine Wahrheit im Kern unserer verzweifelten Conditio humana. Fiasko ist das Buch eines Verrückten - eines verrückten Genies.' Garth Greenwell 'Ein Kick für die Perversen unter uns. Einer der begabtesten Schriftsteller, die sich dem Thema der eigenen Generation widmen. Sein Furcht erregender Intellekt und seine abnormen Instinkte knistern in beinahe jeder Zeile.' Jia Tolentino 'Todtraurig und entsetzlich komisch zugleich.' David Sedaris 'A fucking party.' Melissa Broder 'Abgedreht komisch, formal innovativ und unheimlich präzise zeigt Tulathimutte, wie das digitale Leben unsere reale Existenz schmälern oder pervertieren kann.' Vincenzo Latronico 'Vollkommen und absolut unnachahmlich.' Raven Leilani Übersetzt von Stefanie Jacobs, Stefanie Ochel und Jan Schönherr

Celebrate the timeless wit and romance of Jane Austen with this beautifully bound deluxe edition, featuring all seven beloved novels in one elegant collector’s volume. Jane Austen revolutionized the literary romance, using it as a platform from which to address issues of gender politics and class consciousness among the British middle class of the late eighteenth century. Bound in a heat-stamped, vegan leather cover with foil accents , this collection includes all of Austen’s unabridged novels and novellas: Sense and Sensibility Pride and Prejudice Mansfield Park Emma Northanger Abbey Persuasion Lady Susan With witty, unflinching morality, Austen portrays English middle-class life as the eighteenth century came to a close and the nineteenth century began. Austen’s heroines find happiness in many forms; each of the novels is a story of love and marriage—marriage for love, financial security, and for social status. In a publishing career that spanned less than ten years, her work brought her little personal fame and only a few positive reviews during her lifetime. It wasn’t until the 1940s that she became widely accepted in academia as a great English writer. The second half of the 20th century saw a proliferation of Austen scholarship and the emergence of a fan culture. Austen’s works continue to influence the course of the novel even as they charm readers today. Savor and cherish the novels of Jane Austen in this display-worthy keepsake volume. Essential volumes for the shelves of every classic literature lover, these deluxe classics editions include beautifully presented works from some of the most important authors in literary history. Other Chartwell Deluxe Editions include: Little Women, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, The Essential Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe, Anne of Green Gables, The Inferno, Dracula, The Republic, The Iliad, Meditations, and Irish Fairy and Folk Tales.

Die 2CD Compilation Trance Anthems 2024 präsentiert 40 aktuelle Trance Hymnen, die von einigen der renommiertesten Künstler der Szene geschaffen wurden. Erlebe über 2 Stunden pure Ekstase, während dich die pulsierenden Beats und euphorischen Melodien auf eine unvergessliche Reise durch die Trance-Landschaft entführen. Eine perfekte Mischung aus bekannten Größen wie Talla 2XLC, Armin Van Buuren, Paul Van Dyk und aufstrebenden Talenten der Trance-Szene. Trance Anthems 2024 ist die ultimative Sammlung für alle Liebhaber von Trance-Musik. Lass dich von den hypnotisierenden Klängen mitreißen und erlebe die Faszination dieses zeitlosen Genres in seiner besten Form. Hol dir jetzt deine Kopie und tauche ein in die Welt der Trance Anthems! cd 1 Talla 2XLC Welcome To The Future Armin Van Buuren Computers Take Over The World TH3 ONE & DJ Dean Wake Me Up Ronski Speed x Sygma ft. Frau.Gile U Found Me Daxson vs. Xijaro & Pitch The Awakening Binary Finary 1998 John O'Callaghan Flow Through BIXX & Ana Criado I Belong C-Systems Unreal Alex M.O.R.P.H., Faith Mark Magnificent Fischer & Miethig x Rezvan Khan Dreams Of Daylight DJ T.H. , Damina Duda& Sharon Valerona Open Your Heart Allen Watts Resonate DJ Eternity Living For Today Paul Cartwright Run In The Rain James Dymond & Stine Grove Purely Beautiful Talla 2XLC Journey's End Will Dukster vs. Re:Mark feat. Angelika Away Luminn Tempus Markus Schulz & Emma Hewitt Till We Fade cd 2 Armin Van Buuren, Ferry Corsten, Rank 1 & Ruben De Ronde Destination (A State Of Trance 2024 Anthem) Paul Van Dyk & Ciaran McAuley Someone You Like Nikolauss & Hanna Finsen A Stranger Sam Laxton Into Me Talla 2XLC & Junk Project Black Sky Marc Van Linden, Abstract Vision Euphoria Arctic Ocean Stardust Thomas Petersen Place To Stay Para X Mangoria Armin Van Buuren, Anne Gudrun Love Is A Drug Jan De Vice And Ramin Arab Titanium State 91& Lyd14 The Way Back Home Darren Porter, BIXX & Natalie Gioia Cry For Peace Tim Clark Gateway Peter Miskelly & Sarah Lynn Bruised But Not Broken Steve Dekay & RONNIEE Signs Transa Carla's Theme Alternative High Lost Intention Sherano I Should Know Talla 2XLC & Jes Spread Your Wings

A sparkling, banter-filled workplace romance inspired by Jane Austen's Emma, perfect for fans of Emily Henry and Monica Heisey. ' This is the tech world romance I didn't know I was craving. Crisply written, smart, and full of unique, quirky characters, this is a truly joyful and healing love story' ANNABEL MONAGHAN After losing her job and learning her sister is engaged to the worst man alive, Annie needs a win. Thanks to her best friend and her own inability to take no for an answer, she manages to talk her way into an opening on another team working on data strategy - whatever that means. So what if she doesn't know how to write code? How hard can it be? Surely Connor - the team's overworked, aggravating, and distractingly hot leader - will soon realise how capable Annie is and be delighted to have her on board. Annie sets her sights on nailing it at her new job... even if it means ignoring the chemistry building between her and Connor. Also on her to do list is trying to (gently! supportively!) convince her sister to reconsider her engagement, not to mention trying to figure out why her roommate and best friend are acting weird. But with sparks flying at work and at home, she begins to see how complicated taking matters into her own hands can be. Annie thinks she knows it all, but does she really know everything? READERS ARE OBSESSED WITH ANNIE KNOWS EVERYTHING: 'The cutest rom com I think I've EVER read.' 'I have found my new favourite book boyfriend.' 'Inhaled this book in practically one sitting.' 'Full of banter and charm.' 'I am obsessed with Annie and Connor.' 'If you are a corporate girlie, you'll find this romcom novel relatable.'

'DO NOT MISS THIS BOOK' - STEPHEN KING 'A thrilling hall of mirrors filled with twists' - ALEX MICHAELIDES 'Brilliant and moving' - SARAH PINBOROUGH Rob is afraid of her daughter. Callie collects tiny bones and whispers to imaginary friends, and Rob is afraid of what she might to do Annie, her younger sister. She sees a darkness in Callie that reminds her of the family she left behind, and a life she has tried to forget. Seeing no other way to keep Annie safe, she nevertheless decides to take Callie back to Sundial, her childhood home deep in the Mojave Desert. And there she will have to make a terrible choice. Callie is afraid of her mother. Rob has begun to look at her strangely. To tell her secrets about her past that both disturb and excite her. And they are afraid that only one of them will make it back from Sundial alive... A gripping gothic masterpiece from the bestselling and award-winning author of THE LAST HOUSE ON NEEDLESS STREET, SUNDIAL is a must-read for fans of GIRL A and SHARP OBJECTS. 'Emotionally turbulent... with an absolutely stunning final twist' IRISH TIMES 'A desert-dust nightmare with a scorpion's sting. I loved it' - EMMA STONEX, author of THE LAMPLIGHTERS 'Ward wrongfoots the reader at every turn... Disturbing and yet ultimately moving' OBSERVER 'Impossible-to-put-down. Sundial is a heart-in-the-throat smash' - JOE HILL, author of THE FIREMAN 'Numerous twists to shock and surprise' THE TIMES 'Ambitious, brutal and breathtakingly original' - TAMMY COHEN, author of WHEN SHE WAS BAD 'A wild, twisted family gothic unlike any you've read before' - PAUL TREMBLAY, author of A HEADFUL OF GHOSTS 'Dark and unsettling, creepy and enthralling' - LISA HALL, author of THE PARTY 'Evocative, lyrical and beautiful. I loved it' - ARAMINTA HALL, author of PERFECT STRANGERS

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING EMMA MACKEY AND FIONA SHAW SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2016 SHORTLISTED FOR THE GOLDSMITHS PRIZE 2016 Plunge into this hypnotic tale of female sexuality and power - from the author of Swimming Home and The Man Who Saw Everything 'Propulsive, uncanny, dreamlike. A feverish coming-of-age novel' Daily Telegraph 'A triumph of storytelling' Literary Review _________________________________ 'Today I dropped my laptop on the concrete floor of a bar built on the beach. My laptop has all my life in it and knows more about me than anyone else. So what I am saying is that if it is broken, so am I . . .' Two women arrive in a village on the Spanish coast. Rose is suffering from a strange illness and the doctors are mystified. Her daughter Sofia has brought her here to find a cure with the infamous and controversial Dr Gomez - a man of questionable methods and motives. Intoxicated by thick heat and the seductive people who move through it, both women begin to see their lives clearly for the first time in years. Through the opposing figures of mother and daughter, Deborah Levy explores the strange and monstrous nature of womanhood. Dreamlike and utterly compulsive, Hot Milk is a delirious fairy tale of feminine potency, a story both modern and timeless. _________________________________ 'Perfectly crafted. So mesmerising that reading it is to be under a spell' Independent on Sunday 'Hot Milk treads a sweaty, sun-drenched path into the history books. A properly great novel' Romola Garai 'Hot Milk is an extraordinary novel, beautifully rich, vividly atmospheric and psychologically complex... Every man and woman should read it' Bernardine Evaristo 'Hypnotic... This novel has a transfixing gaze and a terrible sting that burns long after the final page is turned' Observer 'Terrific, sizzling with heat and sexuality . . . You devour it in one sitting' Radio Times

'Thrilling mystery, stunning illustrations and relatable characters I'd face a werewolf for' - A. F. Steadman, author of the Skandar series 'With Rob's trademark brilliant illustrations, this is a gripping page turner and I loved it. It's claw-some!' - Jamie Smart, author of the hilarious Bunny Vs. Monkey series The legend of the werewolf reimagined in this thrilling, spine-tingling adventure by bestselling author/illustrator Rob Biddulph. Perfect for children of 8-12, with more than 100 spectacular black-and-white illustrations throughout. Jax, Jovi, Esau and Fourth live for full-moon adventures - sneaking out after curfew, dodging the Nighthawks and roaming the empty streets of Moonhaven. But when a rare werewolf attack rocks the town, the friends become prime suspects. With the Nighthawks closing in on anyone who was out after dark, they're forced to run - setting off a chain of rumours, secrets and betrayals. As suspicion spreads, friendships are tested and the truth may be more dangerous than any of them imagined . . . 'Clever, cunning . . . a ferociously brilliant adventure from one of our best writers for young people' - Emma Carroll, author of Secrets of a Sun King 'Gripping, exciting and truly a FEAST for the senses' - Phil Earle, author of When the Sky Falls. 'A spine-tingling adventure with tons of bite' - Abi Elphinstone, author of The Unmapped Chronicles. Praise for Rob Biddulph's Peanut Jones series: 'Another absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph!' - Louie Stowell, bestselling author of Loki: A Bad God's Guide to Being Good 'A fun & vibrant action-packed adventure with a warm heart . . . it's an utter joy to step through the pages & be part of it' - Hannah Gold, bestselling author of The Last Bear 'Peanut Jones is AWESOME . . . the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob's illustrations are full of wit and warmth' - Nadia Shireen, author of Grimwood

** A creeping story of sibling rivalry and dangerous obsession from the multi-award nominated author of Sunburn ** January 1965. The orphaned O'Leary siblings - Tom, Jack, Anna and Peggy - arrive in the village of Ballycrea, tight-lipped about their troubled past and desperate for a fresh start. After being met with suspicion from most of the locals, the family are thrilled when they're taken under the wing of their well-respected neighbours, Bill and Betty Nevan, who offer them work, companionship and an opportunity to fit in. But for one of the O'Learys, this new friendship sparks an intense attachment that makes the dynamic dangerous for all. It's difficult to bury secrets, but almost impossible to bury feelings... Crackling with suspense, Heap Earth Upon It revisits the rural Ireland of Howarth's critically acclaimed debut and delves into claustrophobic relationships and tangled identities, leaving you wondering who to trust until the very last page. It combines the emotional intensity and slow-burn sapphic obsession of Julia Armfield's Our Wives Under the Sea and K. Patrick's Mrs S. with the unsettling gothic undertones of Daphne du Maurier's Rebecca and Shirley Jackson's fiction. 'A tense and claustrophobic novel with gothic atmosphere which seeps into your bones like fog... A brutal exploration of the corrosive impact of shame and secrecy. Howarth knows her sapphic yearning!' RACHEL DAWSON, author of Neon Roses 'I lost myself in Howarth's strange and startling second novel. It's a deeply affecting tapestry of gothic landscapes and virtuosic, character driven prose. As it haunted me, Heap Earth Upon It will haunt you too' LUCY ROSE, author of The Lamb 'The perfect slow burn; an absorbing, multifaceted and uneasy novel, with inscrutable characters who shed layers until their fierce, flawed centres are revealed. A triumph of a second novel' EMMA VAN STRAATEN, author of This Immaculate Body 'Dark, passionate and poised. A remarkable story of the way rural Ireland haunts and is haunted. Intense and thrilling' SOULA EMMANUEL, author of Wild Geese 'A beautifully-written, haunting story of longing and grief... It's also a slow-burn mystery revealed chapter by chapter as we find out exactly how far each person will go to justify the stories they tell themselves' FIONA McPHILLIPS, author of When We Were Silent 'Haunting, elegant and quietly explosive. Howarth draws atmosphere from both emotional and physical landscapes, crafting a suspenseful and unforgettable story that unsettles in all the right ways' OVA CEREN (@excusemyreading) 'A masterclass in suspense... I could not put this down... Howarth creates such an atmospheric, spooky book that it's hard to not love it! A compulsive mystery that's threaded together so expertly, with language that sings from the page' ROSS KELLY (@readsbyross) 'I read this novel in mostly one sitting and I wish I could read it again for the first time. I love Howarth's writing and she's a must-read author for me' AMOY DALEY (@amoylikestoread) 'No one writes complex, obsessive characters like Howarth!' JESSICA LEES, Bookseller

Bloomsbury presents Work Trip by Chloe Ford, read by Grace Calder.'An addictive, hilarious, rom-com adventure that I couldn't put down.' - Donna Marchetti, author of Hate Mail***They say you should keep your enemies closer…For Fliss, the prospect of a team building work trip fills her with dread. Mostly because she cannot stand her pushy colleague James, who often attempts to derail her brilliant plans. But when the two arrive in the Scottish Highlands, they find themselves facing a unique challenge: their boss has abandoned them in the middle of nowhere with only one tent, two sleeping bags and a few protein bars.Cut off from the outside world, the pair are forced to put aside their differences to weather the unpredictable elements of the Highlands and get home. As they set out on a journey across miles of rugged wilderness - pushing each other to survive and testing their physical and emotional limits - they remain fully aware of their boss's manipulative plan to orchestrate a hook up between them.But even with only each other for company, Fliss and James stand firm in their resolve: they won't give in to any romantic notions. Or will they?Readers LOVE Work Trip!'Work Trip is the spicy, swoony, blissful escape I didn't know I needed. I absolutely devoured it.' - Annabel Monaghan, USA Today bestselling author of Summer RomanceWork Trip is what enemies-to-lovers romance is all about! With vivid descriptions of Scotland and characters bursting with sparkling wit and crackling tension, readers will fall head over heels for Chloe Ford's debut. - Catherine Walsh, bestselling author of Snowed InA spicy romance in the Scottish highlands? Yes, please! Perfect for fans of Sally Thorne and enemies to lovers, WORK TRIP is just the escape you're looking for. From the laugh-out loud moments to that classic rom-com movie feel, I loved every bit of this book. - Carlie Walker, author of The TakedownFrom the gorgeous Scottish Highlands setting to witty banter and crackling chemistry, I devoured this book. It's a perfect enemies-to-lovers rom-com that includes real issues...this rom-com is a must-read! - Lauren Ford, author of Liv Is Not A Loser'I fell for this novel from the first page. It's such a fun read throughout, and the most satisfying kind of enemies-to-lovers.The sexual tension crackles between both characters and the smutty bits are *chef's kiss*. Definitely treat yourself to this one, you won't regret it! - Emma Rae, author of Love Game'Work Trip is the perfect romantic comedy. I cannot recommend it enough. Fun and thoughtful.' - Catherine Balavage, author of Ember'Work Trip had me swooning, blushing, and laughing all at once...with undeniable banter, crackling chemistry, and hilarious but unfortunate mishaps.' - Anika Hussain, author of This is How You Fall in Love'Work Trip is an addictive, hilarious, rom-com adventure that I couldn't put down...This is one of those books that will be on my mind for a long time after I've finished reading.' - Donna Marchetti, author of Hate Mail