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On a pink-sand island where everyone knows your story, one summer brings her face-to-face with the love that once broke her and a man who makes her question what comes next. Lucy returns to her grandmother's beloved island house on Harbour Island planning to get her footing and figure out what it means to inherit not just a home, but a life that still echoes in every room. What she finds instead is a summer that pulls her straight back into the love, and the version of herself she thought she'd left behind. Jack is history. Familiar and devastating in all the ways that matter. He knows Lucy without asking, carries years of shared summers and unfinished conversations, and still holds a piece of her heart she never quite got back, no matter how hard she tried. Noah arrives on the island with a guitar and a way of paying attention that catches Lucy off guard. New to Harbour Island, he feels unclaimed by her history. He asks unexpected questions and makes her curious about who she might be becoming, without offering any guarantees. As island life fills her days, Lucy's focus keeps getting pulled back into the familiar orbit of friends and routines, and toward Jack, in ways that feel accidental but never quite are. Afternoons meant for painting slip sideways, the pressure of her upcoming island show building as distraction becomes harder to resist. Dinner parties stretch late, conversations tangle as Lucy finds herself in the same room with both men at once. Then one unforgettable evening at Graham Vale's storied home shifts her understanding of the past, and what she wants for her future. Drawn deeper into Harbour Island's rhythm and the people who make it feel like home, Lucy inches toward a choice she can't avoid. Because choosing wrong would mean leaving behind more than a summer. It would mean losing the life she's only just beginning to imagine. Set entirely on the dreamy shores of Harbour Island, The Bahamas, Pink Sand Summer is an immersive escape about love in all its forms. Romantic. Platonic. And the kind that roots you to a place forever. It's a heartfelt, comfort-forward beach read for anyone who believes the right summer, with the right people, can change everything.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that girls just wanna have fun 'If Bridgerton and Fleabag had a book baby, it would be Reputation. I inhaled it in one sitting' Sarra Manning 'I had so much fun reading Reputation. It's a total blast' Louise O'Neill A classic romcom with a Regency-era twist, for fans of Mean Girls and Bridgerton. Abandoned by her parents in favour of a sea view, middle class Georgiana Ellers has moved to a new town to live with her dreary aunt and uncle. At a particularly dull dinner party, she meets the enigmatic Frances Campbell, a wealthy socialite and enchanting member of the in-crowd. Through Frances and her friends, Georgiana is introduced to a new world of wild parties, drunken debauchery, mysterious young men with strangely alluring hands, and the sparkling upper echelons of Regency society. But high society isn't all it's cracked up to be, and the price of entry might be more than Georgiana is willing to pay . . . Full of lavish parties, handsome men on horseback and laugh-out-loud humour, this is the summer read everyone's talking about.

A spellbinding fantasy adventure that follows a young woman struck down by a mysterious curse, and her extraordinary journey in search of survival. 'Races around the globe, through deserts and cities, across oceans' OPRAH DAILY The International Bestseller ***** READERS LOVE A SHORT WALK ***** 'A unique blend of adventure and fantasy' 'You just cannot put the book down' 'A true love letter to travel, adventure and discovery' 'The world-building is amazing' 'This book is incredible' 'I loved every page of it' Paris, 1885. On an otherwise ordinary night, Aubry Tourvel - spoiled, stubborn and nine years old - is suddenly struck down by a mysterious illness at the family dinner table. When a visit to a doctor only makes her worse, Aubry flees to the outskirts of the city, where she realises that it is this very act of movement that keeps her alive. She has no choice: she must run from this curse. And so begins her incredible lifelong journey across the world. But with risk at every turn, what will it take for Aubry to survive? * * * * As seen on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show Book Club * 'An epic adventure...rich with all the possibilities the world can hold' PEOPLE 'Imagine Life of Pi and The Midnight Library rolled into one' NEW YORK TIMES ' Dazzling... I savoured every page' SHELBY VAN PELT

Break out your stretchy pants! Mary Berg—host of The Good Stuff with Mary Berg and judge on MasterChef Canada—is back with her coziest book yet. Whether you’re looking for cheesy carbs, sweet treats, delicious proteins, or hearty soups and salads, Mary’s Comfort Classics guarantees you’ll find meals to satisfy your every  craving, with recipes that nourish both stomachs and souls alike. Comfort food is a good thing—whether you’re cooking it or unabashedly enjoying it. In her fourth cookbook, Mary Berg, award-winning television host and bestselling author, shares the recipes that bring her and her loved ones the most comfort. If you’re looking for a feast to mark a celebratory occasion, a meal to pull on your nostalgic heartstrings, or a dish that will hit the spot when you’re feeling a little off, you can count on Mary to help you find the perfect recipe. FIRST THINGS FIRST: Start your morning with a smile, with Bananas Foster Pancakes or Smoked Salmon & Spinach Quiche. A TOAST TO SOUP: Try the Seared Mushroom Ricotta Toast alongside the Chive & Mushroom Soup for the ultimate warming meal. SNACK TOWN: Looking for sour? Try the Pickle Dip. Want something spicy? Try the Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Ranch. STARCH CITY: Population: bread and potatoes! Find Focaccia 4 Ways and the Crispiest Roast Potatoes. VEGGIN’ OUT: Think green, with Shredded Kale Salad with Crispies or Caesar Roasted Veg, or check out Nachos for Dinner, a.k.a. a bed of roasted veggies topped with all your favorite nacho fixings. PASTA PLEASE: Cheesy, saucy, stuffed, or baked, the pasta-bilities are endless. Pick from Shorty Carbonara, Spicy Gnocchi alla Vodka, or Mac & Cheese 5 Ways. GONE FISHIN’: Enjoy flavor-packed fish in a flash, with Roasted Salmon 4 Ways or Get-Ahead Fish & Chips. MEATY MORSELS: Go for a low-and-slow Pork Ragu, or indulge in a familiar favorite like Classic BBQ’d Chicken. LI’L SWEETIES: Enjoy PB&J Bars for a taste of childhood, or a light and refreshing Lemon Posset. Mary loves the go-to classic dishes—or what she calls “comfort core” recipes, like mac and cheese, biscuits, and meatballs—so she’s given them some extra attention, with specially designed sections and multiple flavor variations. You’re not getting just one biscuit recipe, you’re getting three; you’re not getting just one mac and cheese recipe, you’re getting five! In Mary’s Comfort Classics, there are recipes full of golden-brown deliciousness, vegetable-forward surprises, and starchy, cheesy delights. These are recipes that will become the kitchen equivalents of your favorite sweaters: comforting classics you’ll reach for time and time again.

'Sister Europe is so ambitious and ethically interested that it makes it clear that Zink is one of our most important contemporary writers.' Guardian As a Berlin night draws in around the pristine glass exterior of the Hotel Interconti, a ragtag group of friends, family, and potential lovers find themselves frustrated. By promise or threat, they have all gathered at a lavish celebration of an elderly author's venerable career. But dinner is delayed, the speeches are a drag and the gang - a young trans teen and her father; an ageing publisher and his flakey date; a dog, a troubled heiress and an Arab Prince - begin to feel the pinch of boredom, hunger and horniness. Together they will make their bid for freedom, and will soon embark on an exhilarating odyssey through the city's shadow and light. . . Sophisticated, sexy and exquisitely funny, Sister Europe is the remarkable new novel from one of the most singular, brilliant writers working today: a vivid tale of growing up, growing old and getting down. 'Nell Zink is a writer of extraordinary talent and range. Her work insistently raises the possibility that the world is larger and stranger than the world you think you know' Jonathan Franzen 'To stay out late in Zink's world, loitering, is a pleasure. Her voice is cool and fastidious, but she has a screwball quality - a comic sensibility rooted in pain.' New York Times 'An extraordinary talent... Zink is in the company of not only Jonathan Franzen, but also Donna Tartt, Philip Roth and Tom Wolfe' Daily Telegraph

Real readers LOVE THE DAUGHTER: 'YOU HAVE TO READ THIS BOOK' 'WOW OMG THE BEST READ EVER' 'WHAT A HOOK' 'FAST MOVING WITH TWISTS AND TURNS GALORE' 'WILL KEEP YOU GUESSING UNTIL THE VERY END' THE UNMISSABLE, UNRELENTINGLY GRIPPING NEW BOOK FROM THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING MASTER OF THE UP-ALL-NIGHT THRILLER You thought she was safe. You were wrong . . . Lauren can't wait to see her daughter again, to pick her up from university at the end of her first term. But when she arrives at her hall and knocks on the door to her room, a stranger opens it. At first, Lauren thinks she must have the wrong room, or the wrong floor. Maybe even the wrong building. But she soon realises the truth: Evie's not there. She hasn't been there for weeks. So where is she? Following one family's desperate race against time as one terrifying moment unravels into a living nightmare, The Daughter is the unmissable new heart-in-mouth thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Mother and The Dream Home. Praise for The Daughter 'An excellent premise and explosively enjoyable finale' THRILLERS OF THE MONTH, GUARDIAN 'With huge timely themes, this nail-biter will play on every parent's worst fears' HEAT BOOK OF THE WEEK 'Every parent's worst nightmare. This twists keep coming in this absorbing thriller' CHOICE MAGAZINE 'T.M. Logan does it again with another killer thriller! The Daughter plunges us deep into a mystery that left me breathless in my race to solve it. Propulsive and compelling, this truly is a read-in-one-sitting thriller' LUCY CLARKE, author of THE HIKE 'Explosive, out of this world pacing, non-stop action, hugely likeable characters, brilliantly twisty - I inhaled it in two sittings. Outstanding - readers will adore it' ANDREA MARA, author of SOMEONE IN THE ATTIC ' T.M. Logan is the master of family-in-danger grip lit and The Daughter is his most terrifying and addictive yet' LOUISE CANDLISH, author of OUR HOUSE 'My favourite T.M Logan yet . . . this pacy, gripping thriller kept me glued to the pages as it explored every parent's worst fear in a captivating story that didn't let up. Full of suspense and intrigue, I didn't guess any of the twists and turns, making THE DAUGHTER impossible to put down. A 2025 must-read - a book to binge in one sitting!' SARAH PEARSE, author of THE SANATORIUM ' Absolutely breathtaking. An utterly gripping and chillingly real thriller that plunges you head-first into one of the most compelling race-against-time mysteries I've ever encountered.' B.P. WALTER, author of THE DINNER GUEST 'A novel which delivers all the pace and brilliant twists that I have come to expect and love from T.M. Logan's books. A superb read' L.V. MATTHEWS, author of THE TWINS

'Sister Europe is so ambitious and ethically interested that it makes it clear that Zink is one of our most important contemporary writers.' Guardian As a Berlin night draws in around the pristine glass exterior of the Hotel Interconti, a ragtag group of friends, family, and potential lovers find themselves frustrated. By promise or threat, they have all gathered at a lavish celebration of an elderly author's venerable career. But dinner is delayed, the speeches are a drag and the gang - a young trans teen and her father; an ageing publisher and his flakey date; a dog, a troubled heiress and an Arab Prince - begin to feel the pinch of boredom, hunger and horniness. Together they will make their bid for freedom, and will soon embark on an exhilarating odyssey through the city's shadow and light. . . Sophisticated, sexy and exquisitely funny, Sister Europe is the remarkable new novel from one of the most singular, brilliant writers working today: a vivid tale of growing up, growing old and getting down. 'Nell Zink is a writer of extraordinary talent and range. Her work insistently raises the possibility that the world is larger and stranger than the world you think you know' Jonathan Franzen 'To stay out late in Zink's world, loitering, is a pleasure. Her voice is cool and fastidious, but she has a screwball quality - a comic sensibility rooted in pain.' New York Times 'An extraordinary talent... Zink is in the company of not only Jonathan Franzen, but also Donna Tartt, Philip Roth and Tom Wolfe' Daily Telegraph 'A novel that fizzes with repartee and off-kilter cleverness' Daily Mail

Memento meets Dracula in this heart-thudding, unpredictable, and beautifully crafted novel of a man exposed for crimes he doesn't remember committing, and the monsters that dwell at the heart of us all, from celebrated and critically acclaimed author Michael Wehunt. On a rainy night, Luke Oshel gets stood up halfway through dinner. But before his date walks off to the bathroom and never returns, she leaves an old photograph under her napkin-Luke as a child, a dead body in the shadows of his bedroom, and a terrifying masked man. He has no recollection of this event. Then more photos disrupt his life-Luke posing with murder victims, covered in blood-and he falls back into the deep paranoia and repressed memories he's tried to leave behind. All the drugs and alcohol, therapy, and hypnosis sessions have never conquered his deepest fear-that he hasn't escaped the hidden legacy of his late father, who killed his victims by blood loss. But now there is a new string of serial killings, and the evidence all points to Luke. As his journey to uncover the truth unfolds in the North Georgia Appalachians, a threat arises that will risk everything he holds close, including his ex-wife and their young daughter. Now Luke must chase his father's darkness through a centuries-old secret and learn what monsters truly are. And decide if he's one of them.

A very liberal contemporary couple-Angel, an urban Native science fiction writer, and Colleen, a "non-practising" Jewish intellectual who teaches Native literature-hosts a dinner party. The guests at this little "sitcom" soirée are couples that represent what by now have become the clichéd extremes of both societies: Angel's former radical Native activist buddies and Colleen's environmentally concerned vegetarian / veterinarian friends. The menu is, of course, the hosts' respectful attempt at shorthand for the irreconcilable cultural differences about to come to a head during the evening: moose roast and vegetarian lasagna. Like all of Drew Hayden Taylor's work, alterNatives manages to say things about "Whites and Indians" that one is not supposed to talk about-it digs up the carefully buried, raw and pulsing nerve-endings of the unspeakable and exposes them to the hot bright lights of the stage. That he does so with a humour that the politically correct among his audiences continue to miss entirely beneath the sound and fury of their own self-righteous indignation is a measure of his immense talent as a dramatist. In the end, the play is not about cultural differences at all, but instead constitutes a full frontal attack on the personal qualities the sitcom holds most dear and pushes hardest at its audiences: Taylor actually has the temerity to suggest that neither "attitude" nor "sincerity" are enough to address basic human issues, no matter which side of the cultural fence the characters are on. And that's hard for the pushers of what is considered a globally enlightened culture to take. Cast of 3 women and 3 men

"FANS OF ALI HAZELWOOD WILL CHEER." —Grace Reilly, USA Today bestselling author "THE OPPOSITES ATTRACT LOVE STORY OF MY DREAMS." —B. K. Borison, USA Today bestselling author A swoony, steamy, workplace romance in which two curators at a science museum—a handsome but grumpy astronomer and an anxious but sunshine-y entomologist—realize they are the perfect match. Now with exclusive bonus content! In this heartfelt contemporary romance, Millie has never taken the expected path. Her childhood love for bugs and science led her to entomology, and her role as a curator, inspiring museum visitors every day. It's her dream to run her own department—so when a rare director position opens, she is determined nothing will distract her from her goal. Especially not Finn, her grumpy coworker with his permanent scowl, electric blue eyes, and endless supply of astronomy ties. . . . Not that she's spent time noticing any of those things. Finn doesn't mean to glare at everyone, but this single guardian is juggling his role at the museum, navigating the grief of losing his sister, attempting to make his nieces smile, and trying not to ruin dinner for the fifth night in a row. He can't afford to let anything slip, and certainly doesn't need more to deal with—especially not Millie literally stumbling into him, with her bright smile and sunny optimism. He bugs her. She's too starry-eyed for him. They want nothing to do with each other. But with Finn on the interview committee, their forced proximity makes avoidance impossible. And Millie soon realizes it's one thing when a job is on the line. It's quite another when it's her heart. Give Me Butterflies is a sweet and sexy STEM romance, featuring: Grumpy x Sunshine Heroine in STEM Slow burn Open door spice Found family Nerdy banter

CHALLENGE CARDS - Date Night Challenges by Brass Monkey is the perfect accessory for your next date night. It’s hard enough to pick a place to eat–let alone come up with something unique and fun to do on date nights. This collection of 100 quirky, yet endearing, date night ‘challenges’ take the pressure off. We’ll do all the hard work–just draw one at random, and if the date sucks you can just blame us. It’s a win-win for everyone. Use them for everything from first dates, to first-date-night-away- from-the-kids-in-a-billion-years. INCLUDES - The card set includes 100 quirky, yet totally romantic prompts with space on the back of each card to write about each experience. The challenges will have you and your partner laughing, loving, and living it up like never before! Say ""buh-bye"" to boring dinners and ""hello"" to a whole new level of excitement. Whether you're tackling a spontaneous adventure or cozying up for a night in, these challenges are designed to spice things up and keep the good times rolling. GREAT FOR DATE NIGHT - Whether you're trying something new together or reminiscing about old memories, each challenge brings you closer and keeps the sparks flying. Plus, with 100 unique prompts to choose from, you'll never run out of ideas for your next date night adventure. So if you're looking to shake things up and create unforgettable memories with your special someone, this collection is your secret weapon. So toss the pressure aside and grab your partner, romance has never been more fun! PERFECT FOR GIFTING - Whether you're shopping for a newly-minted couple or a pair of lovebirds celebrating decades together, this collection is the perfect way to show you care. It's a thoughtful gesture that says, ""Hey, let's keep the spark alive and have some fun along the way!"" With 100 quirky challenges guaranteed to keep things interesting, it's the gift that keeps on giving long after the wrapping paper is torn away. So if you want to give a gift that's equal parts thoughtful, entertaining, and downright adorable, look no further. BRASS MONKEY - We bridge the gap between kitschy roadside souvenirs and elegant fine china, offering a curated collection of well-designed products infused with a delightful sense of humor. Our mission is to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, crafting items that seamlessly blend functionality with whimsy. From quirky guides to stylish essentials, we specialize in creating must-have treasures that add joy and personality to everyday life.

These tales tell a different truth: slantwise and by starlight. Award-winning and internationally bestselling author Alix E. Harrow delivers a fantastical collection of stories old and new: tales about tricksters and ghosts, ordinary magic and mundane spectacle, all in the tradition of Angela Carter, Anne Sexton and Carmen Maria Machado. Stretching from ancient battlefields to the American freeway's neon-lit attractions, these stories are filled with tricksters, ghosts and ordinary magic. They honour the people caught in the jaws of history; women, workers, soldiers and mothers - everyone who's been shoved into the margins of the world. Whether exploring the airless, unchanging dark of an underworld, tracking werewolves through snow-crusted mountain passes or watching a steel mill grind a community into ash, these narratives dive into mysteries that might have been. But these tales aren't tragedies. They are the triumphant stories of the ones who got away: the dissenters and rule-breakers who ran - and tossed a match behind them as they left. This collection includes Alix's acclaimed novelette The Six Deaths of the Saint and the Hugo-Award winning story that started her career, A Witch's Guide to Escape. * * * Praise for Alix E. Harrow: 'This book has everything you could possibly want' Reese Witherspoon on Starling House 'Alix E. Harrow is an exceptional, undeniable talent' Olivie Blake, New York Times bestselling author of Girl Dinner 'A feat of the ages. An utter masterpiece . . . I loved every single page' Rachel Gillig, New York Times bestselling author of One Dark Window, on The Everlasting 'I was utterly trapped in its pages - and, now free, already long to return' Caitlin Starling, Bram Stoker Award-winner and bestselling author of The Death of Jane Lawrence, on The Everlasting 'No one writes about why we read quite like Alix E. Harrow' Ava Reid, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning

A Sunday Times and Observer Thriller of the Month, from the bestselling author of The Kind Worth Killing and All the Beautiful Lies'They had a secret, the two of them, and there was no better way to start a friendship than with a secret.'When Hen and Lloyd move into their new house in West Dartford, Mass., they're relieved to meet, at their first block party, the only other seemingly-childless couple in their neighborhood, Matthew and Mira Dolamore. Turns out they live in the Dutch Colonial immediately next door.When they're invited over for dinner, however, things take a sinister turn when Hen thinks she sees something suspicious in Matthew's study. Could this charming, mild-mannered College Professor really be hiding a dark secret, one that only Hen, whose been battling her own problems with depression and medication, could know about? Lloyd certainly doesn't seem to believe her, and so, forced together, Hen and Matthew start to form an unlikely bond. But who, if anyone, is really in danger?From its deeply unsettling opening, Peter Swanson, the master of contemporary domestic thrillers, fashions a novel as brilliant, dark, coruscating and surprising as Patricia Highsmith and Ira Levin at their very best.

'HIGHLY recommended.' Marian Keyes'Nora Breen will become a favourite character.' Ian Moore'Nora Breen is Maria Von Trapp on steroids.' Richard Armitage'A seaside mystery full of intrigue and secrets.' Olivia Kiernan'A beautiful book, exquisitely written, I loved it.' Nicola UpsonThe first in a sparkling new 1950s seaside mystery series, featuring sharp-eyed former nun Nora Breen.In a house like Gulls Nest, curiosity might prove fatal . . .After thirty years in a convent, Nora Breen has thrown off her habit. Her fellow sister Frieda has gone missing and it's up to Nora to find her. Nora's only clue is that Frieda was last seen at Gulls Nest boarding house. So she travels down to the seaside town of Gore-on-Sea, takes a room and settles in to watch and listen. Over dubious - and sometimes downright inedible - dinners, Nora gathers evidence about the other lodgers. At long last, she has found an outlet for her powers of observation and, well, nosiness.When one of the lodgers is found dead, Nora decides she must find the murderer. Not least because she suspects the victim knew Frieda. Could solving this mystery help her to understand what has happened to her friend?'Kidd has imagination to die for and a real command of plot and character.' GuardianReaders love Murder at Gulls Nest A story that hooks you in and races you along. I loved it. The character observations are wonderful. Highly recommended. I fell in love with Nora from the moment I met her.

Seriously, why do guys on dating apps think I want a picture of what's in their pants? I could open an art gallery with the collection I've got. Zoe really doesn't want to die alone and surrounded by cats. But it's not looking good: she's had sex precisely twice in the last year, and her feline friend isn't the kind of male company she wants in bed... Her top dating disasters include: 1) The guy who kissed her hand, took out a violin and serenaded her in public. 2) The guy who force-fed her oysters (she can confirm that they're not an aphrodisiac). 3) The guy who was so hungover he turned up with his t-shirt on inside out, sweating sambuca. 4) The guy who brought his actual kid on a dinner date. And don't even get her started on the dick pics, or how on earth you're supposed to know whether a total stranger is an axe murderer or not. Zoe's ready to give up on the search for love, until her friend has an idea. Robbie lives by his horoscope, and he's sure she's got this dating stuff all wrong. He dares her to work her way through the zodiac until she finds The One. Usually Zoe would laugh at such a suggestion, but desperate times call for desperate measures. Could love be written in the stars? Or is she destined to end up alone, eating take-out in bed and watching endless re-runs of Friends? A feel-good, fresh and fabulous page-turner for anyone who has torn their hair out over their love life, drunk their weight in wine to survive an awful date, or stared at their phone, willing it to ring. Fans of rom-coms by Sophie Kinsella and Lindsey Kelk and TV shows like Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and Jane the Virgin will absolutely love this laugh-out-loud tale. Readers totally love Thank You, Next: 'I LOVED THIS BOOK!!!... I did really love it... I'm just so happy... It was one of those books that I picked up and didn't wanna put back down. Sophie Ranald books always warm my heart and this was no exception... I really did love this book!' Goodreads Reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

'If only my Cantonese parents weren't so allergic to the word love...' 'A wonderfully heartwarming memoir with lots of foodie insights.' Rachel Khoo 'A real and delightful surprise - and also very funny.' Ella Risbridger __ What is the most unsayable thing you have ever wanted to say to your parents? For newly single food journalist Candice Chung, there's been one thing on her mind lately: she has never told them, 'I love you.' Simple. Reasonable. If only her estranged Cantonese parents weren't so allergic to the word 'love'. With a 13-year relationship coming to an end, Candice Chung finds herself losing not only her first love but also her most reliable restaurant review partner. And so when her parents offer to be her new plus-ones, she faces a dilemma: is it better to eat together in polite silence or to try to broach how, for the past decade, they've managed to drift so profoundly apart? Through shared meals and culinary adventures, Candice and her parents begin to break their silence. Yet when a new relationship begins to bloom, it forces her to try to address what still remains unsaid. To do so, she must find a new vocabulary - a way to unscramble what her family has been trying to express all along. Not through words, but with food. Set against the backdrop of this burgeoning new relationship, grasped-at date nights mid-pandemic and an uncertain future across seas, Chinese Parents Don't Say I Love You is packed with heart, humour and those bright-hearted moments around a dinner table that bring us together. __ 'A world-spanning love story, a book of philosophy via the dinner table, a tender portrait of family trying to communicate: Candice Chung's gorgeous memoir is all of these things and more.'  Rebecca May Johnson, author of Small Fires 'Tenderly shows how food steps up to provide the emotional support, comfort, and safety that humans need, when words cannot.'  Hetty Lui McKinnon 'Will undo anyone whose love language is food.'  Tara Wigley, co-author of Ottolenghi SIMPLE

An iBooks Best Romance of August Pick! One of Publishers Weekly's Buzz Books of Romance 2017! An Amazon Best Romance of August Pick! 2017 RT Reviewer's Choice Book of the Year Nominee and 2017 RT Reviewer's Choice Nominee for Best Historical Love & Laughter!   When girl meets Duke, their marriage breaks all the rules… Since his return from war, the Duke of Ashbury’s to-do list has been short and anything but sweet: brooding, glowering, menacing London ne’er-do-wells by night. Now there’s a new item on the list. He needs an heir—which means he needs a wife. When Emma Gladstone, a vicar’s daughter turned seamstress, appears in his library wearing a wedding gown, he decides on the spot that she’ll do. His terms are simple: - They will be husband and wife by night only. - No lights, no kissing.  - No questions about his battle scars. - Last, and most importantly… Once she’s pregnant with his heir, they need never share a bed again. But Emma is no pushover. She has a few rules of her own: - They will have dinner together every evening. - With conversation. - And unlimited teasing. - Last, and most importantly… Once she’s seen the man beneath the scars, he can’t stop her from falling in love…

Indulge in the ultimate fan experience with Forbidden Feasts: The Official Lights Out Cookbook & Apron Gift Set. Inspired by Navessa Allen’s bestselling dark romantacy novel, this collection of 60 decadent recipes, immersive lore, and an exclusive collector’s apron captures the tension, obsession, and passion of the hit novel. Forbidden Feasts: The Official Lights Out Cookbook & Apron Gift Set draws fans deeper into Navessa Allen’s sultry, suspense-filled world with a one-of-a-kind culinary journey inspired by her bestselling novel. Featuring 60 recipes that tempt at every turn, from wickedly indulgent appetizers to decadent desserts and dangerously captivating cocktails, this set transforms every meal into an experience of seduction and suspense. Complete with immersive lore, exclusive character notes, and a beautifully designed collector’s apron, Forbidden Feasts invites fans to step into the story’s dark allure. Whether you’re hosting a themed soirée or savoring the tension at home, each recipe and detail in this set celebrates the flavors of obsession, desire, and danger. EXCLUSIVE GIFT SET: The first-ever officially licensed culinary gift set based on Navessa Allen’s bestselling Lights Out. COLLECTOR’S APRON INCLUDED: Includes a beautifully designed, high-quality apron inspired by the dark allure of Lights Out, available only in this gift set edition. 60 SEDUCTIVE RECIPES: From wickedly indulgent appetizers to dangerously captivating cocktails, each of these 60 detailed dishes is infused with tension, passion, and desire. GIFT-READY PRESENTATION: Elegantly packaged for gifting, making this the ideal present for holidays, collectors, or themed dinner nights. FOR FANS & FOOD LOVERS: The perfect collectible for readers, foodies, and anyone drawn to Lights Out’s deliciously dark world of obsession and romance. IMMERSIVE STORY EXPERIENCE: Features character notes, in-world anecdotes, and behind-the scenes insights for fans craving a deeper connection to the story.

Third Culture Cooking is American Cooking: Delicious everyday multicultural recipes, borrowing from our parents and their parents' homes, melding the old with the new and the familiar with the unfamiliar to create bold flavors and new classics for the next generation of cooks. The food that author Zaynab Issa cooks-inspired by her East African and South Asian roots, the American suburban delights she grew up eating, and her international travels-is packed with unique and flavorful riffs. Her affectionate homages to the chain restaurants we love are reflected here: fluffy cinnamon rolls that rival Cinnabon's, Baskin Robbins-inspired almond fudge squares, and an artichoke dip that recalls TGI Fridays' delights that will make you want to stay in. To complete the collection, Zaynab looked to her primary inspiration, the women who've fed her, and meticulously recorded her favorite traditional dishes from each of them. Beyond the recipes, Zaynab shares her tips on establishing yourself as a confident cook-one who prepares food consciously, hosts with pride, and is never without a well-stocked pantry. The book includes sections like "Set Yourself Up for Success," which outlines Zaynab's essential kitchen tools and ingredients, "On Food & Feelings" to guide the reader through cooking based on their mood, and "Host with the Most" featuring suggested menus and Zaynab's method for executing any organized dinner. Finally, look to "Eating with Your Eyes" for her philosophy on serving beautiful food. For extravagant entertaining as well as weeknight ease, Third Culture Cooking is a love letter to American home-cooking and the many influences that make it so. Recipes include: French Onion RamenSamosas Two WaysChocolate Cake with Chai ButtercreamFarzana's BiryaniThai-Style Crispy SalmonSteak Sandwich with Date ChutneyTandoori TacosBaklava GranolaBanana Cake with Tahini FudgeChicken Kitchriand many more!

There are so many tennis books in 2026, but out of all of them, THIS is the one to read' 'I devoured this book, for fans of Heated Rivalry this is the perfect next read for you' 'Heated Rivalry meets Alcaraz x Sinner fanfiction meets literary genius . . . In Your Court is near perfection' Discover the sweetest and steamiest tennis romance sensation of the summer - perfect for fans of Rachel Reid, The Open Era and Challengers . . . 'A charming sports romance that will keep you captivated' C. S. Pacat 'Deliriously good' Freya Marske Australian Matteo Russo is the first and only openly gay tennis pro. He was once a brilliant junior with a bright future, until a freak accident derailed his career. Now, he's fed up, struggling to qualify for tournaments and not sure he can afford dinner tonight. So, after losing to the rich, arrogant, American superstar Miles Callahan, Mat dares his old rival to prove he's earned his success. Travel to Wimbledon on a tight budget - no support team, no coach, no fancy hotel. He didn't expect Miles to accept. But now the American needs a hitting partner, and someone to explain laundromats, and what began as a challenge suddenly becomes a searing and secretive off-court fling. Mat should be focusing on his career, not falling for a glamorous star, yet Miles believes in his game in a way Mat hasn't since his accident. And he's soon playing better than ever. But as a rematch looms, it becomes clear why love and tennis just don't mix. Someone always has to lose . . . Sweet, supportive relationship Spice before 20% Truckloads of banter Freak 4 freak Very little actual tennis That wet shirt scene (IYKYK) 'If you love sports romance, put this at the top of your TBR. It's an absolute grand slam!' 'WHAT AN INCREDIBLE READ!!! Right alongside some of the genre's greats' 'Kit Haley, you've made me a fan of tennis

Updated for the first time in decades, this unparalleled reference work is the most comprehensive and authoritative guide to the birds of North America and now includes the latest information on conservation status and the effects of climate change--f rom the world's most trusted name in birding, beloved by millions of backyard enthusiasts and experts alike “If you’ve ever wondered what birds show up in your backyard or which species you see when your family is on vacation, then this beautiful, freshly updated bird guide from the National Audubon Society is perfect for you.” —Portland Book Review Developed by the creators of the best-selling Audubon field guides, this handsome volume is the result of a collaboration among leading scientists, scholars, taxonomic and field experts, photo editors, and designers. An indispensable reference, it covers more than 800 species, with over 3,500 full-color photographs of birds in their natural habitat, often with four or five images of each species. For ease of use, the book includes a glossary, an index, and a ribbon marker, and is arranged according to the American Ornithological Society's latest Checklist of North and Middle American Birds—with birds sorted by taxonomic orders and grouped by family, so that related species are presented together. Range maps, reflecting the impact of climate change, accompany nearly every entry, along with a physical description and information on voice, nesting, habitat, and similar species. This guide also includes an important new category on conservation status and essays by leading scholars in each field who provide holistic insights into the world of birds. Whether trying to determine which owl is interrupting your dinner or successfully identifying all of the warblers that arrive in spring, readers will come to rely on this work of remarkable breadth, depth, and elegance. It is a must-have reference for the library of any birder, and is poised to become the number one guide in the field.

An iBooks Best Romance of August Pick! One of Publishers Weekly's Buzz Books of Romance 2017! An Amazon Best Romance of August Pick! 2017 RT Reviewer's Choice Book of the Year Nominee and 2017 RT Reviewer's Choice Nominee for Best Historical Love & Laughter! When girl meets Duke, their marriage breaks all the rules… Since his return from war, the Duke of Ashbury’s to-do list has been short and anything but sweet: brooding, glowering, menacing London ne’er-do-wells by night. Now there’s a new item on the list. He needs an heir—which means he needs a wife. When Emma Gladstone, a vicar’s daughter turned seamstress, appears in his library wearing a wedding gown, he decides on the spot that she’ll do. His terms are simple: - They will be husband and wife by night only. - No lights, no kissing. - No questions about his battle scars. - Last, and most importantly… Once she’s pregnant with his heir, they need never share a bed again. But Emma is no pushover. She has a few rules of her own: - They will have dinner together every evening. - With conversation. - And unlimited teasing. - Last, and most importantly… Once she’s seen the man beneath the scars, he can’t stop her from falling in love…

Winner of the Award of Merit of the 2023 Christianity Today Book Awards — Fiction!"Profound and compulsively readable." —Silas House, author of SouthernmostNew from a fresh voice in literary fiction comes this riveting deep-dive into one woman's experience with bipolar disorder and God.Her mind has never failed her—until an ill-fated dinner party. Meet Dr. Susan Huffman: wife to chancery court judge Samuel Ellison, mother to adorable Ian, and college professor on track for tenure. She's a woman who has always lived by her mind, and begins each day with a plan and a purpose. But then new-in-town Lorraine Davis accepts an invitation to Susan and Samuel's home, and Susan begins to see mysterious visions. Are they symptoms of mental illness or warnings from God? And if so, how can she protect her circle of friends, her family, and her life as she knows it?In this urgent and emotionally raw novel, a mother and professor journeys through revelations and betrayals to recover and thrive against tough odds. The Book of Susan is the spare and sympathetic recounting of a journey—from derailment, to diagnosis, to the discovery of a lifetime.

100 unfussy, comfort food recipes from the creator of Moribyan, including 30-minute dinners, one-pot and sheet pan suppers, popular restaurant remakes, decadent desserts, and the flavorful Moroccan and Libyan dishes she grew up on. On her wildly popular online platform, Moribyan, Hajar Larbah is known for sharing crave-worthy dishes that always deliver on flavor and quality without being overly complicated. With her carefully crafted recipes perfected for home cooks, from internet-famous comfort foods like Lasagna Soup to globally inspired dishes like Creamy Butter Chicken , Hajar’s cooking brings big flavor without the fuss. In Moribyan's Kitchen, Hajar presents 100 recipes for every meal that are bold, cozy, and super easy. You'll find cherished family recipes for the Moroccan and Libyan meals she grew up on in addition to inventive restaurant remakes that bring the excitement of viral dishes right into your kitchen. There's even a whole chapter devoted to quick and easy, weeknight-friendly options. The diverse range of recipes are sure to satisfy any craving, with chapters including: Breakfast and Brunch: Cinnamon Roll Pancakes; Fried Chicken, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit Sandwiches; Strawberries and Cream Croissant French Toast Bake Weeknight Wins: Honey Harissa Glazed Lamb Chops; French Onion Pasta; Chicken Shawarma Sheet Pan Bake Restaurant Remakes: Din Tai Fung Cucumber Salad; Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch; Costco Chicken Bake Sweet Treats: Tiramisu Brownie Bars; Cookies & Cream Tres Leches Cake; White Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake Middle Eastern: Zaalouk (Moroccan Roasted Eggplant Dip); Embatna (Libyan Fried Potatoes Stuffed with Beef); Djaj Mhammar (Moroccan Roasted Chicken Oven Bake) For Hajar, cooking is the ultimate expression of love, and Moribyan's Kitchen is designed to make the comfort of a home cooked meal accessible to everyone.

'SO witty, so entertaining, yet so moving. Countless women will identify with Laura Clark. I loved it so much!' MARIAN KEYES 'Brilliantly entertaining . . . surprisingly moving 'JENNIE GODFREY 'Riotously funny' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING 'If you're a woman with only so many f*cks left to give, this book is for you' CALLY BEATON ------- WHO IS LAURA CLARK? To her colleagues: an invisible forty-something HR manager who restocks the meeting-room snacks. To her husband and teenage daughter: the woman who puts food in the fridge and dinner on the table. To her elderly mother: a round-the-clock helpline for endless complaints. Laura Clark is the woman everyone relies on. But barely anyone sees. So, one day, Laura puts on her 'out of office' message - and doesn't come back. And soon, everyone's formerly ordered lives quickly begin to descend into all-out chaos. Where has Laura gone? Has something terrible happened to her? Or has she - unthinkably - decided to finally give her own life the finger? To find out, the people in her life must realise that, maybe, they never really knew Laura Clark at all . . . ------- MORE PRAISE FOR LAURA CLARK 'Once I started reading, I couldn't stop' READER REVIEW 'A book with a big, generous heart' BOBBY PALMER 'An empowering story for any woman who's felt invisible - or is just sick of everyone's s**t!' FIONA GIBSON 'Funny, wise and everything in between, I absolutely loved it' READER REVIEW 'Intriguing, relatable and utterly fabulous! I was completely hooked!' HELGA JENSEN 'A wonderfully relatable book that had me cheering for Laura' SHEILA McCLURE 'So relatable and a little bit chaotic . . . can't recommend it enough' READER REVIEW 'A gloriously funny manifesto for why we should never take the Laura Clarks of this world for granted!' JULIE MA 'Helen Russell's exquisite storytelling reveals the layers of Laura's life gently like the unfurling of a peony in summer . . . I loved every second of it' JENNI BAYLISS 'Laugh-out-loud funny' READER REVIEW 'Every woman needs to read this . . . 12/10 across the board' RIA LINA 'Wonderful . . . so much fun - hugely hilarious, and so well observed!' M.K. OLIVER 'The ending was so satisfying' READER REVIEW

Paris, 1939: Gazing out at the glittering skyline, Evelina clutches the letter from her love in shaking hands. "I know I do not deserve you, my darling, but I pray that you will change your mind. You have my heart, and I hope that nothing will keep us apart..." London, present day . Blake gazes down at a scrap of shimmering silver velvet attached to a faded dress design. They were left by her great-grandmother at Hope's House, a home for unmarried mothers, and now that her beloved grandmother has passed, the designer's signature is the only clue Blake has about her biological family. Armed with a plane ticket, a Paris address and the details of a handsome fashion curator named Henri , Blake is determined to find out the truth about her talented great-grandmother Evelina's life. Perhaps doing so will help Blake get her old spark for designing back, after her dreams have sat forgotten for so long. Soon Blake is walking down the Champs-Élysées and enjoying intimate dinners with Henri, who is researching Evelina's work as one of Paris' most celebrated designers, whose bold designs rivalled Coco Chanel's. Soon Henri and Blake grow closer, uncovering Evelina's legacy, and her forbidden romance that set the fashion world ablaze. As Blake discovers the devastating choice that caused Evelina to flee the most romantic city in the world, she wonders if she, too, could do the impossible and risk everything for love with Henri. Or will the fallout of Evelina's heart-wrenching past drive Blake back home? A completely addictive and emotional novel about family secrets, forbidden love and having the courage to follow your dreams. Perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore, Lucinda Riley and Victoria Hislop.

Escape to Ireland with this charming whodunnit… Cozy fans will be entranced by the beautiful setting, the pair of adorable Jack Russell puppies, and of course—the deadly mystery at the heart of it all! In Dublin’s fair city, where the girls are so pretty, murder occurs at the feet of sweet Molly Malone . . . Ferrying tourists around Dublin for the Leprechaun Limo Service makes quite a change after years in the military. Still, Megan Malone is enjoying her life in Ireland. She likes the scenery, the easy pace, the quirky, quick-witted locals. Everything—except having one of her clients drop dead at the statue of fabled fishmonger, Molly Malone. Most restaurant critics notch up their share of enemies. Elizabeth Darr, however, was a well-loved international star. She and her husband, Simon, had just had dinner when Elizabeth collapsed, and spoiled seafood is the first suspect. The restaurant’s owner, worried her business is doomed, begs Megan to look into it. Between her irate boss and a handsome Garda who’s both amused and annoyed by her persistence, Megan has her hands full even before she’s cajoled into taking care of two adorable Jack Russell puppies (which she is almost definitely not keeping). But if cockles and mussels aren’t to blame, can Megan find the real culprit . . .before another fishy death occurs?

Learn Costa Rican Spanish One Word At A Time No matter whether traveling to Costa Rica as a tourist, a student, or with the intention of moving to the country as an expatriate, this guide will serve you well. You probably already know the Spanish spoken by Ticos (Costa Ricans) is a distinct and unique idiom, rich with words and phrases they don't teach in high school Spanish class. Intended for English speakers, this book shares common slang words and phrases (Tiquismos) that will help you communicate in everyday situations like ordering dinner in a restaurant, shopping at the Mercado for fresh produce, flirting, getting street directions, or hiring a taxi. That said, be advised this little book is neither a complete course in learning the Spanish Language. Neither is it a textbook. Instead, this basic introduction to Costa Rican Spanish is a good pocket beginners guide you can handily carry on your travels either in your back pocket or tucked away in a backpack. Before you go, consider taking the time to learn a few Tiquismos so you can speak street Spanish like a local. This guide contains a wealth of words and expressions that you can look up when you hear, or read them, in order to know what is going on around you. Even better, spend a night curled up with the book gaining familiarity with the wisdom it contains. That way, when you hear a vaguely familiar word on the street, you will know which page to consult to refresh your memory. >Before you go, click on the BUY BUTTON and arrive in Costa Rica ready to speak like a local.

Americans eat more processed foods than anyone else in the world. We also spend more on military research. These two seemingly unrelated facts are inextricably linked. If you ever wondered how ready-to-eat foods infiltrated your kitchen, you'll love this entertaining romp through the secret military history of practically everything you buy at the supermarket. In a nondescript Boston suburb, in a handful of low buildings buffered by trees and a lake, a group of men and women spend their days researching, testing, tasting, and producing the foods that form the bedrock of the American diet. If you stumbled into the facility, you might think the technicians dressed in lab coats and the shiny kitchen equipment belonged to one of the giant food conglomerates responsible for your favorite brand of frozen pizza or microwavable breakfast burritos. So you'd be surprised to learn that you've just entered the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Systems Center, ground zero for the processed food industry. Ever since Napoleon, armies have sought better ways to preserve, store, and transport food for battle. As part of this quest, although most people don't realize it, the U.S. military spearheaded the invention of energy bars, restructured meat, extended-life bread, instant coffee, and much more. But there's been an insidious mission creep: because the military enlisted industry-huge corporations such as ADM, ConAgra, General Mills, Hershey, Hormel, Mars, Nabisco, Reynolds, Smithfield, Swift, Tyson, and Unilever-to help develop and manufacture food for soldiers on the front line, over the years combat rations, or the key technologies used in engineering them, have ended up dominating grocery store shelves and refrigerator cases. TV dinners, the cheese powder in snack foods, cling wrap . . . The list is almost endless. Now food writer Anastacia Marx de Salcedo scrutinizes the world of processed food and its long relationship with the military-unveiling the twists, turns, successes, failures, and products that have found their way from the armed forces' and contractors' laboratories into our kitchens. In developing these rations, the army was looking for some of the very same qualities as we do in our hectic, fast-paced twenty-first-century lives: portability, ease of preparation, extended shelf life at room temperature, affordability, and appeal to even the least adventurous eaters. In other words, the military has us chowing down like special ops. What is the effect of such a diet, eaten-as it is by soldiers and most consumers-day in and day out, year after year? We don't really know. We're the guinea pigs in a giant public health experiment, one in which science and technology, at the beck and call of the military, have taken over our kitchens.

Welcome to Maple Bay, a small town with heaps of heart-where family dinner is a must, and someone will always leave the light on for you. A small-town romance series enjoyed by fans of Debbie Macomber, Elana Johnson, and Susan Mallery. Includes four full-length novels, and a BONUS prequel novella! Grab a cozy blanket and wrap up with the warmth of Maple Bay. You'll get friends-to-lovers, single dads, second chances, enemies-to-lovers, cowboys, meddling but lovable grandmas & aunts, close-knit families, tons of small-town wonderfulness, and more. Titles included: Rescued in Maple Bay (BONUS prequel): His best friend's widow needs his help... But he's afraid she's stealing his heart as well. Starting Over in Maple Bay (book 1): Hazel inherits an old carriage house from a mother she never knew. But can this fixer-upper mend her heart? Second Chance in Maple Bay (book 2): His best friend's little sister, has always been off-limits. But when Kat comes home to Maple Bay, a ring on her hand and sadness in her heart, Creed is pulled to her once again. But is she worth the risk of losing the only family he's got? Country Stars in Maple Bay (book 3): Myra is tasked with turning a country music star into a real cowboy to save his music career. But as Myra and Skyler are forced to spend time together, will they find a happily-ever-after? Or is their love song destined to end on a sour note? Matched in Maple Bay (book 4): Val & Evan aren't looking to rebuild a love from the past, but a farmhouse renovation uncovers more than either of them expected. Will they build a new connection on an old foundation, or is this one restoration that isn't built for a second chance? A small-town series full of hope, heart, and happily-ever-afters. Start reading today & get whisked away to Maple Bay! What readers are saying about the Maple Bay series: "One of the best books I have read in a long time, and I read A LOT of books!" -Once Upon a Library Blog "Swoon! This story had me ALL IN from the first page." -Christina Butrum, author of the Dixon Ranch Series "Romance filled with laughter, tears, and love that will make one never want to leave Maple Bay." -Ind'tale Magazine