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***The INSTANT USA Today bestseller*** A connection that's more than supernatural emerges between two rival tour guides who wish they could ghost each other in this sparkling romantic comedy from USA Today bestselling author Mallory Marlowe. Paranormal medium Rory Woods spends her days offering psychic readings at her family's Ye Olde Spirit Shop and nights haunting the streets of Boston as a ghost tour guide. Sure, business at the shop could be better, but she's proud of her work. Enter Ezra Blackwell: noted thorn in Rory's side, the shop's resident horror history fanatic, and - though she'd only admit it under threat of medieval torture - a handsome, charismatic tour guide. Rory can't stand Ezra's know-it-all, showoff behavior. Ezra loves to tease the gorgeous, uptight medium at the shop. And when the two are forced to run a tour together? It's no wonder they disturb a matchmaking ghost who places a spell on them. Saddled with perpetual bad luck unless they're physically near one another, Rory and Ezra will try anything, from séances to kissing, before the jinx wreaks havoc on both their careers. But in their quest to appease the spirit, they realisee that growing closer might not be the curse they thought... PRAISE FOR ENTITIES TO LOVERS: 'Steamy, smart, and full of self-reflection, Entities to Lovers is the perfect book for fall' - Chelsea Curto 'Utterly charming, deliciously spooky, and cosy to boot' - Lana Ferguson 'I laughed, I swooned, and couldn't stop flipping the pages. I dare anyone not to fall for Ezra, Rory, and their haunted slice of Boston' - Grace Reilly 'The tension is electric, the banter is flawless, and the chemistry is downright cursed...in the best way. Consider me completely obsessed!' - Chip Pons 'Mallory Marlowe delivers a book that is everything a romantic comedy should be and more' - Maria J. Morillo

Winner of the Los Angeles Times' Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction Winner of the Edmund White Award for Debut Fiction Winner of the Ferro-Grumley award for LGBTQ Fiction Finalist for the 2025 Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction Longlisted for the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award A stunning and compelling novel for fans of PACHINKO, BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN, and SHUGGIE BAIN 'The pages crackle with the tension of a Hollywood thriller . . . an enticing, engaging read' The Times 'Cinema Love is not just an extraordinary debut but a future classic' Jessamine Chan, author of The School for Good Mothers For over thirty years, Old Second and Bao Mei have cobbled together a meagre existence in New York City's Chinatown. But unlike other couples, these two share an unusual past. In rural Fuzhou, before they emigrated, they frequented the Workers' Cinema, where gay men cruised for love. While classic war films played, Old Second and his fellow countrymen found intimacy in the privacy of the Workers' Cinema's screening rooms. Elsewhere, in the box office, Bao Mei sold tickets to closeted men - guarding their privacy and finding her own happiness with the projectionist. But when their secrets are unveiled, they set in motion a series of haunting events that propel Old Second and Bao Mei towards an uncertain future in America. Spanning three timelines - post-socialist China, 1980s Chinatown, and contemporary New York - Cinema Love is a tender epic about men and women who find themselves in forbidden and frustrated relationships as they grapple with the past and their unspoken desires. 'An ambitious and promising debut' Irish Times 'I loved it. Cinema Love fizzes with energy. The characters are rich and warm and the prose is perfect. Jiaming Tang is a remarkable new voice' Fiona Mozley, author of Booker-shortlisted Elmet 'A tender and enrapturing feat of storytelling' Vanessa Chan, author of The Storm We Made

Our favorite gamer couple faces their first trial in real life. The sixth volume of the award-winning manga that inspired the anime My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999. Akane’s spirits are dashed when her in-person meeting with Yui goes wrong. Tensions rise when Yui’s boyfriend shows up and sparks a fight, forcing Yamada to step in. But will Yamada be able to comfort Akane in the aftermath of such disappointment? Meanwhile, what will become of their guild in the face of this new conflict? Volume 6 includes Chapters 51-62.

Der Twisting Tom von Mystim ist ein quattropolarer Analplug für Reizstrom (E-Stim). Er ist als Zubehör für die Mystim-Reizstromgeräte Tension Lover oder Pure Vibes gedacht. Seine 4 Pole bilden 2 getrennte Reizstromzonen: eine für den inneren P-Punkt und eine für den äußeren Dammbereich - getrennt oder kombiniert und mit unterschiedlichen Impulsen.ProduktdetailsQuattropolarer E-Stim-Analplug, 4 Pole, 2 ReizstromzonenFlex-&-Stay-Silikon: lässt sich in die gewünschte Form biegen und behält sieGesamtlänge 14 cm, Ø max. 3,7 cmMaterial: SilikonZubehörartikel - Lieferung ohne Reizstromgerät

From the author of the TikTok sensation 'Scars of Anatomy' comes a new must-read STEM romance.As Delilah Harper kicks off her neurosurgery residency at one of America's top hospitals, she expects to face pressure, but not the kind brought by Bradly Gallow.Their rivalry, which began in medical school, now fuels the "Brain Games," a high-stakes competition for career-defining cases.But beneath their relentless battle for the hospital's spotlight lies an unexpected tension that upends their years-long rivalry. When emotions take over, Delilah and Bradly have to face a new question: Can love coexist with ambition in the most cutthroat of careers?Witty, spicy and wonderfully escapist, this workplace romance is perfect for fans of Ali Hazelwood and hospital dramas like 'Grey's Anatomy' and 'Chicago Med'.

*The limited deluxe edition includes inside printing artwork* Featuring the love story of the next generation of the beloved and iconic Off-Campus couples from The Deal and The Mistake - coming to TV on Amazon Prime in May... New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy returns with her signature heat and humor for a Briar universe standalone romance - where one unforgettable summer changes everything. Join us at the Logan family lake house in Tahoe... After a brutal breakup, college junior Blake Logan escapes to her family's lake house in Tahoe, determined to shut out the world. Her plan is simple: no men, no drama. Until Wyatt Graham shows up. Four years older and far too good at getting under her skin, Wyatt is the living embodiment of a "bad idea," and the guy who shattered her pride when she confessed her crush at sixteen. With his music career stalled, Wyatt has come to Tahoe for inspiration. The last thing he expects is to find it with Blake. He's spent years keeping his distance, convinced he's all wrong for her, but she's no longer the innocent girl he once knew. She's confident, captivating, and impossible to ignore. And the slow-burning tension between them? It's catching fire fast. They both know this can't last, but one reckless kiss turns into another, and soon they're tangled in something that feels dangerously like more. Just as they finally give in to the pull, tragedy tears them apart, leaving their hearts in pieces. But forgetting that one, nearly perfect summer? Not a chance. And when fate brings them together again, Blake and Wyatt must decide if this is a second chance...or the final verse.

She's the ultimate professional. He's the ultimate distraction... The brand-new workplace romance perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary, Sally Thorne, Portia MacIntosh and Emily Henry. 'Warm, witty and uplifting, if you love a workplace romance or can relate to the pressure to be perfect, then this is for you' Becky Hunter, One Moment 'Full of charming, swoon worthy moments and just the right amount of chaos' Chloe Ford, Work Trip 'A truly escapist read, packed with romance and charm' Julie Haworth, Bea's Book Wagon 'Loxton's signature wit and warmth shining on every page' Eleanor Vendrell, The Great Orchid Heist ' Smart, sassy and brimming with delicious tension' Christy McKellen, So That Happened Lizzy Brinks has it all under control. At least that's what she'd tell you. Smart, calm and just a little terrifying, she's the woman who fixes everything - except her own life. Between caring for her family, wrangling her escape-artist cat Pebble, and keeping her boss Esme Kaminska's art empire afloat, Lizzy doesn't have time for romance. Then Esme connects with influencer Ajax Banks, and Lizzy's world collides with his right-hand man, Oliver MacLeod. He's charming. He's infuriating. He's far too good-looking to be trustworthy. And now she's supposed to work with him on a catastrophic new dating app idea. When a work trip to Venice leads to some disastrous revelations, Lizzy must decide if she can stay cool when her heart's on the line. Because sometimes, love is the one thing you just can't plan for. Tropes include: * Rivals to lovers * Workplace romance * Slow burn * Grumpy x sunshine

*The limited deluxe edition includes inside printing artwork* Featuring the love story of the next generation of the beloved and iconic Off-Campus couples from The Deal and The Mistake - coming to TV on Amazon Prime in May... New York Times bestselling author Elle Kennedy returns with her signature heat and humor for a Briar universe standalone romance - where one unforgettable summer changes everything. Join us at the Logan family lake house in Tahoe... After a brutal breakup, college junior Blake Logan escapes to her family's lake house in Tahoe, determined to shut out the world. Her plan is simple: no men, no drama. Until Wyatt Graham shows up. Four years older and far too good at getting under her skin, Wyatt is the living embodiment of a "bad idea," and the guy who shattered her pride when she confessed her crush at sixteen. With his music career stalled, Wyatt has come to Tahoe for inspiration. The last thing he expects is to find it with Blake. He's spent years keeping his distance, convinced he's all wrong for her, but she's no longer the innocent girl he once knew. She's confident, captivating, and impossible to ignore. And the slow-burning tension between them? It's catching fire fast. They both know this can't last, but one reckless kiss turns into another, and soon they're tangled in something that feels dangerously like more. Just as they finally give in to the pull, tragedy tears them apart, leaving their hearts in pieces. But forgetting that one, nearly perfect summer? Not a chance. And when fate brings them together again, Blake and Wyatt must decide if this is a second chance...or the final verse.

Bloomsbury presents How to Love Your Daughter by Hila Blum, read by Cassandra Campbell.WINNER OF THE SAPIR PRIZE 2022'A mesmerising, disquieting tale of family estrangement … Unforgettable' OBSERVER'A striking and memorable novel' MEG WOLITZER'A stone-cold masterwork of psychological tension. Its final pages had me holding my breath' NEW YORK TIMES'Hila Blum is my new favourite writer' LOUISE KENNEDY—————————————————————-What damage do we do in the blindness of love?Thousands of miles from her home, a woman stands on a dark street, peeking through well-lit windows at two little girls. They are the daughters of her only daughter, the grandchildren she's never met.At the centre of this mesmerising story is the woman's quest to understand how a relationship that began in bliss – a mother besotted with her only child – arrived at a point of such unfathomable distance. Weaving back and forth in time, she unravels memories and long-buried feelings, retracing the infinite acts of parental care, each so mundane and apparently benign, that together may have undermined what she most treasured.With exquisite psychological precision, Blum traces the seemingly insignificant missteps and deceptions of family life, where it's possible to cross the line between protectiveness and possession without even seeing it – and it's uncertain whether, or how, we can find our way back.—————————————————————-'When I read this book, I felt ... that a new and wonderful occurrence has transpired in Israeli literature' Neri Livne, Haaretz

Tensions heat up on and off the screen for gamer-lovers Yamada and Akane in the ninth volume of the award-winning manga that inspired the anime My Love Story with Yamada-kun at Lv999. Until video-game death do us part. Akane finds herself flustered when Ruka’s character, Luka, proposes marriage to her avatar in the game. Her real-life boyfriend, Yamada, doesn’t seem concerned, but that only unsettles Akane more. As the drama within the Chocolate Rabbit Guild builds and more players join the game, our favorite gamer romance levels up the excitement! Volume 9 includes chapters 86–96.

A modern, emotionally intelligent guide to love - Explores why romantic relationships bring both profound joy and deep suffering and why this tension is unavoidable. Essay-led, accessible and highly giftable - Ideal for dipping into, reflecting, and returning to and perfect for readers seeking insight rather than instruction. Grounded in psychology, philosophy and culture - Blends therapeutic insight with timeless ideas about intimacy, desire and human connection. Reassuring rather than prescriptive - Normalises doubt, ambivalence and struggle, offering clarity without judgement or clichés. Speaks to real relationship concerns - Covers desire, attachment, friendship, emotional conflict and vulnerability with honesty and compassion. Love promises happiness - yet so often delivers anxiety, confusion and pain. Aspects of Love explores why this is not a personal failure, but an inevitable part of loving in a complex world. In a series of illuminating and deeply relatable essays, this book examines the forces that shape our romantic lives, from desire and intimacy to ambivalence, attachment, compassion and friendship. Drawing on insights from psychology, philosophy and culture, it reveals why love so frequently unsettles us - and how we can respond with greater calm, understanding and generosity. Rather than offering quick fixes or idealised notions of romance, Aspects of Love helps us make sense of our struggles and recognise them as signs of being human, not of having gone wrong. With warmth, clarity and reassurance, it offers a hopeful path towards deeper connection, emotional balance and more realistic expectations of ourselves and others. A wise and consoling guide for anyone who has ever loved - and found it harder than expected.

'Those looking for the next Lessons in Chemistry - a story of ferociously bright, feisty women holding their own in a man's world - may have found it ... this is a rich read, heartbreaking, engrossing and intellectually stimulating' New Zealand Listener 'Sweeping and intimate . a gorgeous meditation on roads not taken' SHELBY VAN PELT, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures 'A magnificent, spellbinding love story' CLARE LESLIE HALL, author of Broken Country _____ 1976, Rhode Island. Lily Webb has spent years trying to build a steady, predictable life, far from her hometown marred by tragedy and the sister she cannot seem to save from herself. Jane was always the brilliant one: fierce, complicated and drawn to the mysteries of the universe. But after their mother's death, Jane's gifts became entangled with addiction, pulling the sisters into a cycle of love, guilt and heartbreak that neither could escape. Lily has found comfort in a quiet marriage to a devoted scientist, one who opened her eyes to the beauty of the natural world and offered her safety and stability. But when her first love, a boy she lost under devastating circumstances, returns, Lily is forced to confront the past she thought she had buried. As old wounds reopen, and her fragile bond with Jane grows ever more tenuous, Lily must navigate the tension between the life she's built and the life she once imagined for herself. A decades-spanning tale rich with questions of faith, science and the ties that hold us together, Laws of Love and Logic is a compelling, emotionally gripping novel about sisterhood, forgiveness and the complicated nature of love.

"Elsie Silver's writing is a true revelation!" ALI HAZELWOOD Small-town, big characters, four addictive love stories . . . meet the single dads of Rose Hill's recreational bowling team. Perfect for fans of steamy romance, Lucy Score, and Elsie's smash hit Chestnut Springs series. ____ She's been driving him wild for years . . . t he good kind of wild. The kind of wild that comes with wanting your best friend's little sister and knowing you can't have her. Forbes may have labeled Ford Grant the World's Hottest Billionaire, but all he cares about is escaping the press and opening a recording studio in gorgeous small town Rose Hill. Something that comes to a screeching halt when he ends up face-to-face with a young girl who claims he's her biological father. Now, he spends his days balancing business with parenting a sullen twelve-year-old, all while trying desperately to keep his hands the hell off his best friend's sister, Rosie Belmont. After living in the city, Rosie came blasting back into town like a storm. Beautiful, messy, and chaotic. And one wide-eyed, desperate plea for a job is all it takes for Ford to hire her. He vows to keep her at arm's length. Tries to stick to scowls and grumpy one-liners. But with her, verbal sparring is a type of foreplay_friction that soon turns to blistering heat. Ford knows damn well he shouldn't cross this line. But shouldn't and can't are two very different things. And the only thing he truly can't do is resist her. Readers can't get enough of Wild Love . . . ' Billionaire romance but make it rustic . . . Elsie Silver just hits the mark every time' 'Hands-down my favorite book Elsie has written. HIGHLY recommend ' 'Did I devour this in a single day? You bet I did!' 'Elsie Silver is the queen of small-town romances' 'The banter . The tension . The relationship between Ford & Rosie. The character development. Wow ' 'I was hooked from the first chapter' *Wild Love was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of April 2024. Wild Eyes was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of September 2024.

I see my story as a suite of songs that have a magical connection. I never understood that connection until I sat down to write. It was then that the magic started to flow.' Let Love Rule is a work of deep reflection. Lenny Kravitz looks back at his life with candor, self-scrutiny, and humour. 'My life is all about opposites,' he writes. 'Black and white. Jewish and Christian. The Jackson 5 and Led Zeppelin. I accepted my Gemini soul. I owned it. I adored it. Yins and yangs mingled in various parts of my heart and mind, giving me balance and fueling my curiosity and comfort.' Let Love Rule covers a vast canvas stretching from Manhattan's Upper East Side, Brooklyn's Bedford-Stuyvesant, Los Angeles's Baldwin Hills, Beverly Hills, and finally to France, England and Germany. It's the story of a wildly creative kid who, despite tough struggles at school and extreme tension at home, finds salvation in music. We see him grow as a musician and ultimately a master songwriter, producer, and performer. We also see Lenny's spiritual growth-and the powerful way in which spirit informs his music. The cast of characters surrounding Lenny is extraordinary: his father, Sy, a high-powered news executive; his mother, Roxie Roker, a television star; and Lisa Bonet, the young actress who becomes his muse. The central character, of course, is Lenny, who, despite his great aspirational energy, turns down record deal after record deal until he finds his true voice.The creation of that voice, the same voice that is able to declare 'Let Love Rule' to an international audience, is the very heart of this story. 'Whether recording, performing, or writing a book,' says Lenny, 'my art is about listening to the inspiration inside and then sharing it with people. Art must bring the world closer together.

A fascinating, free-wheeling exploration of LEGO and what makes it such an endlessly fun toy. The perfect gift book for your favorite LEGO fan, from an expert in play design who spent years conducting research inside the company. This Is Why You Love LEGO is a rare insider’s exploration of why LEGO is the world’s most beloved toy. Grounded in three years of embedded research within the LEGO House design team, Jess Rahbek blends insightful analysis with accessible storytelling in this concise, but mighty deep dive. Rahbek narrates the book via the creative journey of a young LEGO builder, Theodor, who is making a "space pirate ship." Through Theodor, the book looks at the full range of LEGO play, from following specific instruction manuals to improvising from only a vague—or no—idea of what one wants to create (what he calls “drifting and shifting”). Along the way, the author also discusses the toy’s Danish roots in the belief in a child’s autonomy, describes how the designers navigate “playful tension;” dissects how the LEGO play experience actually works, and unpacks the unique design of LEGO bricks and their inner cylinders. The first book about the toy to get into the nitty gritty details of the dynamics of the bricks and the resulting play experience, This Is Why You Love LEGO is uniquely targeted to the millions of Adult Fans of LEGO (AFOLs), play industry professionals, and the booming kidult demographic. Even the biggest LEGO fan will walk away with a deeper understanding of their love for LEGO.

'Those looking for the next Lessons in Chemistry - a story of ferociously bright, feisty women holding their own in a man's world - may have found it ... this is a rich read, heartbreaking, engrossing and intellectually stimulating' New Zealand Listener 'Sweeping and intimate ... a gorgeous meditation on roads not taken' SHELBY VAN PELT, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures 'A magnificent, spellbinding love story' CLARE LESLIE HALL, author of Broken Country _____ 1976, Rhode Island. Lily Webb has spent years trying to build a steady, predictable life, far from her hometown marred by tragedy and the sister she cannot seem to save from herself. Jane was always the brilliant one: fierce, complicated and drawn to the mysteries of the universe. But after their mother's death, Jane's gifts became entangled with addiction, pulling the sisters into a cycle of love, guilt and heartbreak that neither could escape. Lily has found comfort in a quiet marriage to a devoted scientist, one who opened her eyes to the beauty of the natural world and offered her safety and stability. But when her first love, a boy she lost under devastating circumstances, returns, Lily is forced to confront the past she thought she had buried. As old wounds reopen, and her fragile bond with Jane grows ever more tenuous, Lily must navigate the tension between the life she's built and the life she once imagined for herself. A decades-spanning tale rich with questions of faith, science and the ties that hold us together, Laws of Love and Logic is a compelling, emotionally gripping novel about sisterhood, forgiveness and the complicated nature of love.

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British m

There's a magnetic attraction when a happy-go-lucky gig worker agrees to a fake relationship with a rich, uptight New Yorker in this steamy romantic comedy from New York Times bestselling author Samantha Young. Star Shine Meadows is all about freedom, thanks to the hippie parents who raised her. Juggling her jobs as a professional costume character actor and a line sitter, she believes in no expectations, no stressful ambitions, and no-strings-attached relationships. So when she meets a birthday girl's grumpy uncle while working a princess party, she can't help but needle him. She'll never see him again, and honestly, he's pretty hot. Rafe Whitman may be a veterinarian with a great bedside manner, but that doesn't mean his patience extends to anyone with opposable thumbs. His family will not stop nagging him about finding 'the one', so when he runs into obnoxiously cheery Star again, he makes her an offer: He'll pay her more than she would make doing her odd jobs if she'll pretend to be his girlfriend at family gatherings. She can stop sitting in line waiting for someone else's new phone, and he'll get his family off his back. When the tension between them heats to a breaking point, Star's desire for 'no strings' is tested against Rafe's staunch stability. They say opposites attract, after all . . .

The feel-good, hilarious and swoon-worthy new book from the author of MR WRONG NUMBER 'I was obsessed with Hallie and Jack right from the start' 5* READER REVIEW 'Lynn Painter never fails to make the best romcoms and this was no different! This had EVERYTHING - fake dating, only one bed, jealous love interest - I loved every SECOND!' 5* READER REVIEW 'I already know this is going to be one of my favourites of the year . . . Just perfection. I want to read this book again already' 5* READER REVIEW __________ After yet another disastrous date, Hallie Piper decides it's time to grow up. She gets a new apartment, a new haircut, and a new wardrobe. But when she logs into an app to find new love, she matches with none other than Jack: the guy the wrong kind of sparks had flown with just weeks earlier. Agreeing that they are absolutely not interested in each other, Jack and Hallie realise that they're each other's perfect wing-person - and join forces in their searches for The One. They even place a wager on who can find romance first. But when they agree to be fake dates for a wedding, all bets are off. Because as they pretend to be a couple, they struggle to remember why dating for real was a bad idea to begin with . . . __________ Readers are head-over-heels for THE LOVE WAGER . . . 'I had an absolute blast reading this book! I was consistently laughing out loud . . . This book is fun and entertaining and I didn't want to put it down' 5* READER REVIEW 'I LOVED this book! Read this if you love: fake dating, bookish/Jane Austen inspired banter, heroes who fall first, flirty texts, dual POV' 5* READER REVIEW 'There is something about Lynn Painters writing that is so addictive and you can't help but fly through her books because you just don't want to put the book down' 5* READER REVIEW 'Beautifully written, it was heartfelt and a little bit emotional. The friends-to-lovers and fake dating was amazing. Hallie and Jack were hilarious, I was actually laughing out loud' 5* READER REVIEW 'An adorable, perfect read that I would happily fall in love with again and again and again' 5* READER REVIEW 'This was funny and sweet and such an absolute joy to read' 5* READER REVIEW 'This book had me hooked from start to end' 5* READER REVIEW Praise for Lynn Painter 'The most sidesplittingly funny, sexual tension-filled book I've read in a long, long time. I dare you not to fall in love!' ALI HAZELWOOD, author of THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS 'Smart, sexy, and downright hilarious. Mr Wrong Number is an absolutely pitch-perfect romantic comedy' CHRISTINA LAUREN, author of THE UNHONEYMOONERS

Can they write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? In this cosy and spicy paranormal romance from the author of Best Hex Ever, a successful horror writer whose novel is being adapted into a movie clashes with the lead actor on set in a haunted mansion. -------------------------- 'El-Fassi is the master of cosy spice! Brigitte Knightley, The Irresistible Urge to Fall for your Enemy 'Addictive and adorable, sweet and sexy' Sarah Beth Durst, The Spellshop 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual' Thea Guanzon, The Hurricane Wars 'Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy and beautifully inclusive' Sangu Mandanna, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches -------------------------- Rosemary is a successful horror author with a secret: she can see ghosts. So when the set of her hit novel's film adaptation turns out to be a haunted countryside manor, she's unfazed. What she's less prepared for is the maddeningly handsome, completely miscast actor playing her leading man. Ellis is a Hollywood heartthrob tired of his action-hero persona. Instead, he dreams of being a serious actor, and having free time to spend gardening with his dog. Landing the lead in a historical horror movie is his chance to start fresh... until he discovers the author tried to have him replaced. But as filming progresses, and the manor's ghosts make their presence known, the chemistry between Rosemary and Ellis becomes undeniable. With secrets being spilled, sparks flying, and spirits stirring up trouble, can they face their demons and write themselves a happily-ever-after before it's a wrap? -------------------------- 'Delightfully spooky and heartstoppingly sensual, Love at First Fright has it all - charming and evocative prose, a gripping plot, and swoon-worthy chemistry between two imperfect people who just happen to be perfect together.' Thea Guanzon, Sunday Times bestselling author of Tusk Love 'El-Fassi is a master of cosy spice! Love At First Fright strikes a perfect balance between wholesome and smutty, featuring El-Fassi's trademark chemistry (the tension!), magic, and delightful friendships. . . A low stakes, high spice read for fans of enemies-to-lovers ft. a Stern Brunch Daddy.' Brigitte Knightley, author of The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy 'Best Hex Ever is a hard act to follow, but Love at First Fright does it so well! Wonderfully warm, deliciously sexy, and beautifully inclusive - I loved this every bit as much as the first.' Sangu Mandanna, bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches 'The perfect mix of sweet, sexy, soft, and spooky - horny in all the best ways without losing its tenderness, honesty, or sensitivity to the messy realities of grief, shame, anxiety, and show business.' Shelly Jay Shore, USA Today bestselling author of Rules for Ghosting 'Charming, witty, and bingeable! Love At First Fright is my newest 5-star read. Stephanie Archer, author of The Vancouver Storm Series By turns absolutely sizzling and surprisingly tender, Love at First Fright offers a delightful escape into a world full of movie stars, best-selling writers, sapphic ghosts, old haunted British mansions, and much delicious kink. I adored it! Jamie Pacton, co-author of Homegrown Magic and author of The Absinthe Underground 'From the first ghost to the final page, this paranormal romance between a haunted horror author and her way-too-hot leading man had me smiling, and often blushing. Such spooky, swoony, and warm-hearted fun.' Rebecca Podos, co-author of Homegrown Magic and winner of the Lambda Literary Award.

The feel-good, hilarious and swoon-worthy new book from the author of MR WRONG NUMBER 'I was obsessed with Hallie and Jack right from the start' 5* READER REVIEW 'Lynn Painter never fails to make the best romcoms and this was no different! This had EVERYTHING - fake dating, only one bed, jealous love interest - I loved every SECOND!' 5* READER REVIEW 'I already know this is going to be one of my favourites of the year . . . Just perfection. I want to read this book again already' 5* READER REVIEW __________ After yet another disastrous date, Hallie Piper decides it's time to grow up. She gets a new apartment, a new haircut, and a new wardrobe. But when she logs into an app to find new love, she matches with none other than Jack: the guy the wrong kind of sparks had flown with just weeks earlier. Agreeing that they are absolutely not interested in each other, Jack and Hallie realise that they're each other's perfect wing-person - and join forces in their searches for The One. They even place a wager on who can find romance first. But when they agree to be fake dates for a wedding, all bets are off. Because as they pretend to be a couple, they struggle to remember why dating for real was a bad idea to begin with . . . __________ Readers are head-over-heels for THE LOVE WAGER . . . 'I had an absolute blast reading this book! I was consistently laughing out loud . . . This book is fun and entertaining and I didn't want to put it down' 5* READER REVIEW 'I LOVED this book! Read this if you love: fake dating, bookish/Jane Austen inspired banter, heroes who fall first, flirty texts, dual POV' 5* READER REVIEW 'There is something about Lynn Painters writing that is so addictive and you can't help but fly through her books because you just don't want to put the book down' 5* READER REVIEW 'Beautifully written, it was heartfelt and a little bit emotional. The friends-to-lovers and fake dating was amazing. Hallie and Jack were hilarious, I was actually laughing out loud' 5* READER REVIEW 'An adorable, perfect read that I would happily fall in love with again and again and again' 5* READER REVIEW 'This was funny and sweet and such an absolute joy to read' 5* READER REVIEW 'This book had me hooked from start to end' 5* READER REVIEW Praise for Lynn Painter 'The most sidesplittingly funny, sexual tension-filled book I've read in a long, long time. I dare you not to fall in love!' ALI HAZELWOOD, author of THE LOVE HYPOTHESIS 'Smart, sexy, and downright hilarious. Mr Wrong Number is an absolutely pitch-perfect romantic comedy' CHRISTINA LAUREN, author of THE UNHONEYMOONERS

One writer, one editor, one hot summer... A romance for the books? Ciara Sheridan 's father has left her with three things: a sprawling and distinctly ramshackle estate on the Irish coast, the outline for the finale to his bestselling epic fantasy series that he wanted her to finish - and writer's block. Enter Sam Avery : Frank-Sheridan-fanboy and hotshot editor, sent from the New York publishing house direct to her doorstep - against Ciara's wishes and red pen at the ready. With the deadline looming, Ciara and Sam have just a few weeks to stop bickering, write this novel and secure Frank's legacy. But as the summer heats up, so too does the tension between them. Will their own love story be the plot twist neither of them sees coming? Book Lovers meets Leap Year in this dual-POV, forced-proximity, bookish romantic comedy with a VERY HOT twist - the brand-new book from bestselling Kindle chart sensation and Irish author, Catherine Walsh. Real readers have fallen head over heels for How to Write a Love Story 'A laugh-out-loud, heartfelt romance that will charm readers ' Hannah Bonam-Young, author of People Watching 'A gorgeous, funny, transporting novel' Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project ' Perfectly bookish , wonderfully romantic , and laugh-out-loud hilarious ' Amy Lea, author of Exes and O's ' Gorgeous, witty and warm-hearted , this is a dream of a book' Laura Wood, author of Under Your Spell ' Hilarious, heartfelt and effortlessly sexy ...Sam and Ciara stole my heart ' Sarah Adler, author of Findsers Keepers ' What a fun read! I inhaled it, and you will too!' Uzma Jalaluddin, author of Three Holidays and a Wedding 'A must read for any book lovers ' Falon Ballard, author of Change of Heart ' Heartwarming , atmospheric and full of swoon and wit ...cozy romcom perfection' Katie Naymon, author of You Between the Lines ' No one does banter like Catherine Walsh ...A delight' Erin Connor, author of Unromance 'I laughed , I swooned , I couldn't turn the pages fast enough ' Colleen Oakley, author of Jane and Dan at the End of the World 'This is such a lovely summer romance read that I'll be recommending to absolutely anyone who will listen' NetGalley Reader 'This is a book that will mean something , a book that will make you feel better just by being able to read it, a book that will make you feel lighter in the world we are currently witnessing' NetGalley Reader 'This was heartfelt, at times emotional , and had the beautiful setting of a hot Irish summer in a crumbling old house full of books, and the tension between a writer and her new editor. Highly recommend!' NetGalley Reviewer

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A forbidden, secret affair proves that all's fair in love and science - from Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood. Rue Siebert might not have it all, but she has enough: a few friends she can always count on; the financial stability she yearned for as a kid; and a successful career as a biotech engineer at Kline, one of the most promising start-ups in the field of food science. Her world is stable, pleasant, and hard-fought. Until a hostile takeover and its offensively attractive front man threatens to bring it all crumbling down. Eli Killgore and his business partners want Kline, period. Eli has his own reasons for pushing this deal through - and he's a man who gets what he wants. With one burning exception: Rue. The woman he can't stop thinking about. The woman who's off-limits to him. Torn between loyalty and an undeniable attraction, Rue and Eli throw caution out the lab and the boardroom windows. Their affair is secret, no-strings-attached, and has a built-in deadline: the day one of their companies will prevail. But the heart is risky business - one that plays for keeps. Real readers are so in love with Not in Love: 'Ali Hazelwood's spiciest book so far...also one of the funniest. The dual pov was really fun! Loved this book!' Real Reader Review 'Ali never, ever misses! Another incredible book with characters you simply cannot resist falling for...And the spice. Just wow. Absolute perfection!' Real Reader Review 'WOW...Intelligent; beautiful, profound in a gentle way, and entertaining from the get-go...I can't help but think about it days later, I'm obsessed. One of the easiest five stars I have ever given.' Real Reader Review 'ALI FINALLY DID DUAL POV!!!...The spice was also *chefs kiss* but there was a good mix of storyline and plot as well...100% recommended to any romance readers out there!' Real Reader Review 'I loved this book so much!...I couldn't drag myself away...An absolutely gorgeous romance, and one I will be rereading and enjoying all over again' Real Reader Review 'ATTENTION: I HAVE A NEW FAVOURITE ALI HAZELWOOD BOOK. Not only is this Ali's spiciest book yet, but it's so full of heart and growth...Oh and did I mention it's dual POV?' Real Reader Review 'Eli and Rue got me GOOD. They were everything to me. But what I loved the most about this story is how fun, fast paced and sexy it was...Perfect, just perfect!' Real Reader Review 'Ali Hazelwood is a literal mastermind...intriguing, emotional and so good...The tension, chemistry and spice was incredible. Ali truly knocked it out of the park!' Real Reader Review 'Stem-romance; smut and enemies-to-lovers all in one! Phenomenal' Real Reader Review 'The spice was SPICING. I was literally gasping for air...dual pov was such a game changer... Top Tier Ali Hazelwood and a MUST READ' Real Reader Review *Ali Hazelwood's Not in Love was a Sunday Times bestseller w/e 15 June 2024.

One writer, one editor, one hot summer... A romance for the books? Ciara Sheridan's father has left her with three things: a sprawling and distinctly ramshackle estate on the Irish coast, the outline for the finale to his bestselling epic fantasy series that he wanted her to finish - and writer's block. Enter Sam Avery: Frank-Sheridan-fanboy and hotshot editor, sent from the New York publishing house direct to her doorstep - against Ciara's wishes and red pen at the ready. With the deadline looming, Ciara and Sam have just a few weeks to stop bickering, write this novel and secure Frank's legacy. But as the summer heats up, so too does the tension between them. Will their own love story be the plot twist neither of them sees coming? Book Lovers meets Leap Year in this dual-POV, forced-proximity, bookish romantic comedy with a VERY HOT twist - the brand-new book from bestselling Kindle chart sensation and Irish author, Catherine Walsh. Real readers have fallen head over heels for How to Write a Love Story 'A laugh-out-loud, heartfelt romance that will charm readers' Hannah Bonam-Young, author of People Watching 'A gorgeous, funny, transporting novel' Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project 'Perfectly bookish, wonderfully romantic, and laugh-out-loud hilarious' Amy Lea, author of Exes and O's 'Gorgeous, witty and warm-hearted, this is a dream of a book' Laura Wood, author of Under Your Spell 'Hilarious, heartfelt and effortlessly sexy...Sam and Ciara stole my heart' Sarah Adler, author of Findsers Keepers 'What a fun read! I inhaled it, and you will too!' Uzma Jalaluddin, author of Three Holidays and a Wedding 'A must read for any book lovers' Falon Ballard, author of Change of Heart 'Heartwarming, atmospheric and full of swoon and wit...cozy romcom perfection' Katie Naymon, author of You Between the Lines 'No one does banter like Catherine Walsh...A delight' Erin Connor, author of Unromance 'I laughed, I swooned, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough' Colleen Oakley, author of Jane and Dan at the End of the World 'This is such a lovely summer romance read that I'll be recommending to absolutely anyone who will listen' NetGalley Reader 'This is a book that will mean something, a book that will make you feel better just by being able to read it, a book that will make you feel lighter in the world we are currently witnessing' NetGalley Reader 'This was heartfelt, at times emotional, and had the beautiful setting of a hot Irish summer in a crumbling old house full of books, and the tension between a writer and her new editor. Highly recommend!' NetGalley Reviewer

There's an orphanage that's actually a boot camp, turning out magical child soldiers for a gruesome war. Yet love finds a way to blossom amid bloodshed, in this dramatic, much-anticipated yuri manga that is spiritrual kin to the likes of Revolutionary Girl Utena, Otherside Picnic, and Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch From Mercury. Vulnerable and Exploited Death lurks behind a mysterious orphanage where children train to become magical weapons of war. Among them is Sheena, who longs to stop the fighting and end the conflict. On one gruesome night, Sheena meets a strange girl covered in blood, with a smile on her face. The mysterious girl turns out to be a secret weapon—an immortal child soldier named Mimi. When the two become roommates, there is growing tension and attraction. How will the peace-loving Sheena live with someone who welcomes death? Love blossoms amid bloodshed in a new enthralling yuri dystopian manga.

After a heated rivalry turns into an unexpected truce, two rival field hockey stars discover something deeper than competition between them in this queer YA romance perfect for fans of She Drives Me Crazy and Cleat Cute! "A masterclass in romantic tension."—Becky Albertalli, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Evelyn was raised to see field hockey as war. Before she could write her own name, her family’s legacy on the field was already spelled out. Every step Evelyn takes toward glory is within a footprint her mother left behind. And no step matters more than this next one, with Evelyn about to lead her varsity team into their final battle season. Evelyn is beyond ready to score the Nationals title and win the critical scholarship to her mom’s alma mater that comes with it. This year, she’s out for blood, and nothing can stand in her way... ...except for Rosa Alvarez, the highly talented new recruit on her biggest rival’s team. After a humiliating homecoming game and follow-up prank leave the two enemies in a stalemate, they grudgingly strike a deal to help each other overcome their weaknesses on the field. But the more time Evelyn spends with Rosa, the more she finds herself casting her hardened armor aside, until she begins to wonder what life might be like if she left the battlefield behind and fought for love instead. "This one’s definitely a keeper!”—Jennifer Dugan, bestselling author of Some Girls Do

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"Elsie Silver's writing is a true revelation!" ALI HAZELWOOD Small-town, big characters, four addictive love stories . . . meet the single dads of Rose Hill's recreational bowling team. Perfect for fans of steamy romance, Lucy Score, and Elsie's smash hit Chestnut Springs series. ____ She's been driving him wild for years . . . the good kind of wild. The kind of wild that comes with wanting your best friend's little sister and knowing you can't have her. Forbes may have labeled Ford Grant the World's Hottest Billionaire, but all he cares about is escaping the press and opening a recording studio in gorgeous small town Rose Hill. Something that comes to a screeching halt when he ends up face-to-face with a young girl who claims he's her biological father. Now, he spends his days balancing business with parenting a sullen twelve-year-old, all while trying desperately to keep his hands the hell off his best friend's sister, Rosie Belmont. After living in the city, Rosie came blasting back into town like a storm. Beautiful, messy, and chaotic. And one wide-eyed, desperate plea for a job is all it takes for Ford to hire her. He vows to keep her at arm's length. Tries to stick to scowls and grumpy one-liners. But with her, verbal sparring is a type of foreplay¿friction that soon turns to blistering heat. Ford knows damn well he shouldn't cross this line. But shouldn't and can't are two very different things. And the only thing he truly can't do is resist her. Readers can't get enough of Wild Love . . . 'Billionaire romance but make it rustic . . . Elsie Silver just hits the mark every time' 'Hands-down my favorite book Elsie has written. HIGHLY recommend' 'Did I devour this in a single day? You bet I did!' 'Elsie Silver is the queen of small-town romances' 'The banter. The tension. The relationship between Ford & Rosie. The character development. Wow' 'I was hooked from the first chapter' *Wild Love was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of April 2024. Wild Eyes was an instant Sunday Times bestseller in the second week of September 2024.

A BRAND NEW heartwarming and escapist romantic read from Hannah Lynn, perfect for fans of Veronica Henry, Julie Shackman and Eliza J. Scott! 󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 The new heir isn't the only thing causing a stir at Highland Hall... After an unexpected twist in Fergus's will, Rebecca Barker is still reeling. Duncan MacDuffrey, the ruggedly handsome groundskeeper-turned-heir, is now officially the new laird of Highland Hall. And just as shocking? The slow-burn romance they thought had fizzled out seems to be rekindling. But not everyone is celebrating. Kieron, Fergus's great-nephew and longtime rival for the estate, is furious. Convinced the title and the land should have been his, he will not let anything - or anyone - stand in his way. And somehow, Bex seems to be his number one target. Between handling estate paperwork, dodging village whispers and trying not to get too in her head about her relationship with Duncan, she already has more than enough on her plate. Is love enough to weather this Highland storm? Or will Bex lose more than her heart this time? Praise for Hannah Lynn: 'A gorgeously romantic escape to the Scottish Highlands, full of sweeping scenery, simmering tension and heart melting chemistry. I was completely swept away by the love story.' Jessica Redland 'The perfect summer read in a wonderful setting, with characters you root for from the start!' Lisa Hobman 'Picking up a Hannah Lynn book is like giving yourself a wonderful gift. She always creates such wonderful characters, who you're guaranteed to fall in love with, and the promise of a happy ever after that will leave you with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart.' Jo Bartlett 'Heartfelt and engrossing - you'll fall in love with Wildflower Lock.' Fay Keenan 'A delightful, well written tale, full of wonderful characters in a charming setting. I loved it!' Katie Fforde 'Another wonderful adventure with Daisy and Theo! ... Its happy but realistic, swoony but down to earth, and downright delightful.' Reader Review 'A thoroughly good read, very entertaining and a series I hope will continue. Five sparkling stars and my recommendation.' Reader Review 'This is a really beautiful cosy read. I found the location and the houseboat to be stunning ... The characters where fantastic I honestly loved them all. ' Reader Review