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Funny You Should Ask meets Almost Famous in this second chance, fake NOT dating, spicy, rockstar rom-com, from the author of the celebrated Unromance! 'When I tell you this man YEARNS. He's giving Conrad Fisher a run for his money' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Sloane and Dax are the perfect harmony of playful , heartfelt and always so, so hot ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'What a freaking masterpiece ' ¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ When elusive metal frontman Dax Nakamura agrees to give his first interview in years, he has one condition: his ex, Sloane Donavan, has to write it. Punk rock's most notorious and elusive frontman, Dax Nakamura, is ready to set the record straight - about his band, his life, and what happened that summer. But the only person he trusts to tell his story is the ex he hasn't spoken to in years, Sloane Donavan. Sloane has been writing about music since she posted her first MySpace blog. A journalism degree, a failed internship, and countless backstage passes later, Sloane still hasn't secured the dream job she left her dream man behind for. So when he reappears with a career-making opportunity, Sloane agrees with one stipulation: their past must stay in the past. As Dax opens up, old feelings resurface, and Sloane's journalistic integrity hangs in the balance. The article Dax wants and the salacious tell-all Sloane's editor expects are two completely different stories. This is the big break she's been waiting for, but it comes with a price - the chance to rewrite the ending with her first and only love. ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Still Into You is hitting all the right notes for early readers: 'What a gorgeous book ... t he vibes were immaculate ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Still Into You will now be the standard upon which I will view any future rockstar romances. I haven't enjoyed a music related book this much since reading Daisy Jones & The Six ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'An incredible read with a sizzling romance , emotional depth , and a captivating musical atmosphere ' ¿¿¿¿¿ 'The YEARNING !! Please. I was swooning so hard at Dax' ¿¿¿¿¿ ' Wow , there are so many sparks coming off Sloane and Dax when they meet for the second first time at Battle of the Bands I'm only surprised it didn't short circuit the electrics' ¿¿¿¿¿ Perfect for fans of: ¿¿¿¿ Second Chance ¿¿¿¿ Fake NOT dating ¿¿¿¿¿Spicy romances ¿¿¿¿ He-Hates-Everyone-But-Her ¿¿¿¿ Rockstar romance Erin Connor is your favourite rom-com writer's favourite rom-com writer: 'Sparkles with classic Hollywood romcom magic' ANDIE BURKE 'Erin Connor is my favourite new voice in romance' ALISON COCHRUN 'Properly funny and deeply charming. A real love letter to romance fans' LAURA WOOD 'Filled with razor-sharp banter and a happily-ever-after that will make every reader swoon in the most epic way' CHIP PONS 'Sharp wit, deliciously steamy moments, and so much charm that I was kicking my feet from the first page to the very last' JESSICA JOYCE 'A love letter to romance and its readers, Unromance is an impossibly charming love story ... a sexy, delightful read!' ANITA KELLY

'As swoon-worthy and charming as it is funny and irreverent. Sign me up for everything Brigitte Knightley writes' Olivie Blake, bestselling author of The Atlas Six In this swoony, witty and heart-stoppingly romantic sequel to instant Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy, the stakes are high, the love is forbidden and the slow burn turns steamy. Osric is a member of the Fyren Order, a guild of assassins who gleefully murder for money. Aurienne is a Haelan, a scholar-healer whose Order's motto is Harm to none. Clear-cut absolutes separate them: good and bad, right and wrong, light and dark - Until they don't. When Osric first bribed Aurienne to heal him, he never imagined those lines would begin to blur. But every healing session draws the two of them closer together. He finds himself developing unwanted feelings for Aurienne as her capable hands heal his body - and his heart. Aurienne's perfect life has been flung into chaos in the form of a devastatingly handsome assassin. She should be in her research lab, not illicitly healing a Fyren every full moon - nor wrestling an attraction to him that threatens to slip into something else. Things go superbly sideways when Osric and Aurienne discover more about the deadly Pox deliberately unleashed through the Tiendoms. The plague may be the work of another Order - an Order far nastier than either of them can handle. As the lines between Osric and Aurienne continue to blur, the balance between peace and war and love and hate trembles, shifts, and hinges on a heartbeat. Tropes include: Forced collaboration Forbidden love Denied attraction Majoring in Yearnalism Semi-public s*x and other words not in the Bible Rated E for E*ting Her Out Praise for Dearly Beloathed duology: 'Utterly unique, hilarious, swoony beyond my wildest dreams! This book is an instant classic and a true masterpiece, it took my breath away and made my heart explode' Ali Hazelwood 'Sworn enemies, dazzling magic and delicious romantic tension make this a witty, wonderful gem' Sangu Mandanna, author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'Brilliant and wildly imaginative, with a delicious forbidden romance set in a fascinating fantasy world. Knightley is a remarkable talent, weaving together witty comedy, slow-burn longing, and heart-wrenchingly poetic imagery' Sarah Hawley, author of A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon 'With the most wickedly delicious banter, Brigitte Knightley is sure to become your next favourite author. This had all the things I love most: a slow-burn romance that hurts so good, truly agonizing enemies-to-lovers, with a twisty mystery at its core' Julie Soto, author of Forget Me Not 'Brigitte Knightley is such a wonderfully talented writer with a unique voice and a real genius for banter' India Holton author of The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love 'The slow burn romance of my dreams. Whip smart, creative, and brimming with banter and wit . . . both the hero and heroine had me laughing and shouting to just kiss already. This one is a rare delight' Isabel Ibañez, author of What the River Knows

Riley Wright is starting at Heverton Junior School with one awkward disadvantage: her MAJORLY embarrassing dad is the new head teacher ...!! ¿ ¿ ¿¿ ¿ 'A lively fun-filled story' - Dame Jacqueline Wilson New school, new friends (hopefully!). Riley Wright has to figure out how to fit in, pin down a talent for the talent show, look out for her unpredictable new BFF Emmie and face down super mean girl Harper ... As someone who gets a lot of stuff wrong, when will Riley finally get something RIGHT?KIDS LOVE RILEY! 'Mel is a great writer. Can't she just publish like three of these at the same time?' - Anaya, 9 'I definitely recommend Riley Wright!' - Lily, 8 'A must-read book if you like fun and secrets' - Joseph, 8 AUTHORS LOVE RILEY TOO! 'A lively fun-filled story that children will love' - Dame Jacqueline Wilson 'As funny as Lottie Brooks, with the madcap energy of Pamela Butchart, Riley Wright is smart, sharp and totally relatable . I loved it!' - Abie Longstaff, author of The Magic Potions Shopand The Fairytale Hairdresser series 'I love Riley! A fun and charming book bursting with energy.' - Laura Dockrill, author of Darcy Burdock 'Instantly engaging, hugely appealing and full of laughs. Riley Wright is a wonderfully bright and bubbly new voice in the diary style format - like a younger female Wimpy Kid.' - Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy Who Grew Dragons 'It is impossible not to smile at every page and cheer out loud for the new girl in school, Riley Wright. With a big personality and heart to match, Riley is just the BFF that readers have been waiting for. A fresh, funny and utterly charming book, from start to finish.' - Clara Vulliamy, author of Dottie Detective 'Riley and her BFF are a laugh-out-loud unstoppable duo, taking readers on a giggly, squirmy tour through the ups and downs of junior school. Packed with laughs, oops moments and best friend fun.' - Vashti Hardy, author of Harley Hitch 'An adorable , fun and feel-good story. Readers will love Riley with her electrocuted chicken hair, her relatable worries and her sparky attitude. A new series that's sure to become a favourite.' - Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of Hari Kumar Ultimate Superstar 'I loved it! Funny, heartwarming and very engaging.' - Harriet Muncaster, author of Isadora Moon 'Hilarious, heartfelt and filled with so many memorable moments. Get ready for Riley Wright to be the best friend you never knew you needed. Why be right when you can have so much fun being wrong!' - Jo Clarke, author of Libby and the Parisian Puzzle 'Riley Wright is ADORABLE ! Funny, zippy and relatable - these books will become fast favourites.' - Perdita Cargill, author of Diary of an Accidental Witch 'Riley Wright thinks she is Awkward, Accident-prone, and Annoyingly Average. I think she's AMAZING and AWESOME! A hilarious, endearing and uplifting read which made me laugh and cringe on Riley's behalf in equal measures. I can't wait to see what Riley does next!' - Serena Patel, author of Anisha Accidental Detective 'As a parent, Dad is absolute parent-goals but as a reader, who was once a child with major hair frizz issues, Riley is a character I think everyone young person can relate to. I was giggling away from the first page and desperately wishing I had a Secret Understairs Library too! Mel Taylor-Bessent has created a perfect read for those who love a funny book - it's feel-good Louise Rennison for junior school readers.' - Swapna Haddow , author of Dave Pigeon ' Massively fun and laugh out loud. I loved this book. Riley Wright is going to become your new BFF!' - Jenny McLachlan, author of Fairy vs Wizard 'Riley Wright ticks ALL the WRIGHT boxes with all the scented rainbow pens, a tonne of hilarity and oodles of heart . This is the kind of book I'd have devoured as a kid! And I'm pretty sure it will never be in the school library because there will be an infinite waiting list to borrow it! It's the kind of book kids in class would fight over to read next.' - Laura Ellen Ander