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Experienced
by null Kate Young'Clever, sexy and joyful. I loved it' BETH O'LEARY 'A fizzing roller-coaster of a rom-com. The sexiest book you'll read all year and the most heartening’ CAROLINE O'DONOGHUE ‘A very relatable take on love that will pull at your heartstrings’ RED Bette loves Mei, but Bette and Mei are on a break, so Bette can catch-up on the decade of dating experiences she missed before she came out. So Bette is (reluctantly) on a dating odyssey: a quest to have lots of casual sex with lots of hot women and come back to Mei more experienced and more certain about what she wants. And now she has new friend Ruth as her dating guide, she can't possibly fail. It's just three months, then she'll be back with Mei. It's the perfect plan … isn't it? What readers are saying about Experienced… ‘An absolutely perfect romcom’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ‘More bonking than Jilly Cooper’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ‘384 pages of pure joy and heartbreak’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ‘Phenomenal! Fun, sexy, big recommend’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ‘I feel bereft now I’ve finished’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
The F**k It! List: The uplifting new feel-good comedy for 2024
by Melanie CantorA powerful, laugh-out-loud comedy for fans of Alexandra Potter, Bella Mackie and Harper Ford!'Hilarious, subversive and heartwarming' - Jessica Biel 'Daisy is unique and refreshing. I went through every high and low with her - I wept and I laughed...a lot. A ten out of ten read.' - Josie Lloyd'Fresh, funny and impossible to put down - I loved it. I wish Daisy was my friend!' - Sarah Turner‘Fabulous. A wonderful, uplifting shot in the arm.’ - Amanda ProwseMeet Daisy. She’s just caught her boyfriend shagging someone else at her fortieth birthday party. She’s camped out in her childhood bedroom. And it looks as if her dream to have a baby has gone down the pan.Time for a F**k It! list?Don’t miss this triumphant comedy about a woman taking on the world on her own terms.………………………………………………………Praise for Melanie Cantor:‘A book to cancel plans for’ - Closer‘Full of warmth and wit’ – Heat
The (Fake) Dating Game
by Timothy Janovsky“Janovsky has a real flair for delivering sensually descriptive love scenes with steam to spare and a gift for crafting characters with whom readers can readily connect.' Booklist
Fake Flame
by null Adele BuckYou can’t fake heat like this… To an observer, hauling a piano onto a college campus to publicly serenade an ex might seem like a romantic gesture. To literature professor Eva Campbell, it’s the latest manipulative move by a cheating idiot who won’t take a hint. Plus, she never liked that song anyway! Setting the piano on fire might be an overreaction, but Eva’s at the end of her tether, at least until hot firefighter Sean Hannigan talks her down. And then he’s offering to be Eva’s fake boyfriend to get her creepy ex off her back. Sean battles infernos for a living, reads romance on the side, and is a straight-up, family-loving good guy. Eva’s not sure she’s ready for the danger he poses to her jaded heart. But, despite their differences, the line between real and fake keeps blurring… 'A delightful romp from one of my new favourite authors!' Suzanne Brockmann, New York Times bestselling author Perfect for fans of: Fake dating ❤️ Spice 🌶️ Men in uniform 👨🚒 Readers love Adele Buck: 'I loved it!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a new author for me, but I'm certainly going to check what else she's written' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Sexy and fun!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Wonderful romance'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Fallback
by Eleanor GoymerA back-up plan between friends But what do you do when you’ve fallen for your fallback?! A brilliant new friends to lovers, opposites attract, romcom for fans of Mhairi McFarlane and Sophie Kinsella!
Family Politics: A razor sharp satire from the bestselling author of May Contain Nuts
by John O'Farrell‘Deft comic moments’ Independent‘This novel is brilliant fun’ I Paper'The funniest book about politics I have ever read' Alistair Campbell'Blending sharp satire with wit... a comedic reflection on the divided world' The Scotsman‘Hilarious…O’Farrell knows his stuff and, in an election year, his wry take on British politics at its most febrile is terrific value’ Mail on Sunday_________________All across Britain, a generation of grown-up children are graduating from university, moving back in to their old bedrooms and showing their gratitude by berating their parents for their out-of-date politics.But for proud and high-profile left-wingers Emma and Eddie Hughes, the return of their only child is a far greater challenge than they ever could have anticipated. Young Dylan had warned them there was something personal he needed to tell them, but nothing could have prepared his right-on parents for the shocking revelation he delivers. Their son is a Conservative.John O’Farrell’s highly popular family novels such as May Contain Nuts or The Best A Man Can Get meet the razor-sharp political satire of Things Can Only Get Better in this hilarious and warm-hearted antidote to our divided times. Read it and pass it on to that annoying relative who votes the other way._________________Praise for John O'Farrell'John O’Farrell couldn’t be unfunny if he tried’ Alan Johnson‘Razor sharp and warm-hearted’ Sainsbury's Magazine'He writes women so well. He writes funny women even better' Angela Barnes'More laugh-out-loud gags than the Tory Party has had recent leadership campaigns' Big Issue'Britain’s greatest comedy writer' Will Gompertz, former BBC Arts and Culture correspondent‘A touch of self-deprecation and a sense of humour… John O’Farrell has these qualities in spades’ Guardian‘If everyone read this book the country would be a far better place. I laughed, I cried, I loved it’ Jim Down
Feminism and the Religious Significance of Laughing Bodies
by Nicole GrahamThis book identifies the significance of the body through a feminist reconceptualisation of laughter as a means of insight.It positions itself within the emerging scholarship on religion and humour but distinguishes itself by moving away from the emphasis on humour and instead focuses on the place and role of laughter. Through a feminist reading of laughter, which is grounded in the philosophical and psychological works of William James, this book emphasises the importance of the body to offer an exploration of laughter as a means of insight. In doing so, it challenges the classificatory orders of knowledge by recognising and arguing for the value of the body in the creation of knowledge and understanding. To demonstrate the centrality of the body for insight laughter, and thus the creation of knowledge, this book engages with laughter within three thematic areas: religious experience, gendered experiences of laughter, and the ethics of laughter.This book will be of interest to students and researchers in religious studies, theology, gender studies, humour studies, philosophy, and the history of ideas.
Feminism and the Religious Significance of Laughing Bodies
by Nicole GrahamThis book identifies the significance of the body through a feminist reconceptualisation of laughter as a means of insight.It positions itself within the emerging scholarship on religion and humour but distinguishes itself by moving away from the emphasis on humour and instead focuses on the place and role of laughter. Through a feminist reading of laughter, which is grounded in the philosophical and psychological works of William James, this book emphasises the importance of the body to offer an exploration of laughter as a means of insight. In doing so, it challenges the classificatory orders of knowledge by recognising and arguing for the value of the body in the creation of knowledge and understanding. To demonstrate the centrality of the body for insight laughter, and thus the creation of knowledge, this book engages with laughter within three thematic areas: religious experience, gendered experiences of laughter, and the ethics of laughter.This book will be of interest to students and researchers in religious studies, theology, gender studies, humour studies, philosophy, and the history of ideas.
Finding Mr. Purrfect
by Codi GaryFull of cats, coffee, and charm, this laugh-out-loud, fake-dating romance between a brilliant baker and a charismatic commitment-phobe is the perfect treat for fans of Lyssa Kay Adams and Jasmine Guillory. Frenemies + Fake Dating = Falling for the wrong person…for all the right reasons Charity Simmons may have great taste in friends, felines, and fruit tarts, but if there&’s one thing the baker and co-owner of Meow and Furever Cat Café knows, it&’s that she has horrible taste in men. Case in point: Will Schwartz. He may be the best friend of her best friend&’s boyfriend, but after their one night together, Charity is positive Will&’s nothing but a womanizing charmer—despite his nice-guy persona and adorable, crooked smile. So why then did she pick him to pretend date to get her parents off her back about being single? Will Schwartz may give relationships a hard pass, but he&’s not about to say no to fake dating Charity. She&’s brilliant, hilarious, and best of all, she&’ll put an end to his mother&’s interrogations about his love life. And maybe, after all this time giving him the cold shoulder, Charity will finally warm up to him. But it&’s not long before Will and Charity realize they got much more than they bargained for--and they&’re freaking out. What if what they have isn't make believe but the real, forever kind of love?
Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice: 'the perfect blend of mystery and romcom' Ali Hazelwood (The Finlay Donovan Series #4)
by Elle Cosimano*Pre-order the next book in New York Times bestseller Elle Cosimano's addictive Finlay Donovan series*'I adore everything about it . . . the perfect blend of mystery and romcom' ALI HAZELWOODFinlay and Vero need a girls' weekend away...Some peace and quiet to negotiate with a dangerous loan shark, save Vero's childhood crush Javi, and find a stolen car. But Finlay's mother and ex-husband Steven are dead set on catching a ride to Atlantic City.At their casino hotel, the trip takes a nosedive. Javi's kidnapper, Marco, won't negotiate, demanding to know the whereabouts of his missing nephew, Ike. Then Marco turns up dead - leaving Finlay and Vero as main suspects in his murder.To get out of Atlantic City in one piece, they'll need to stay on top of one jealous ex-husband, one hot cop, two precocious kids, and yet another decomposing body.All bets are off.This time, Finlay can't leave anything to chance.⭐ PRAISE FOR FINLAY DONOVAN ⭐'I love Finlay Donovan so much I would 100% hide a body for her'JESSE Q. SUTANTO, author of Dial A for Aunties'Finlay Donovan is irresistible!' JANET EVANOVICH'Skilfully combines suspense and laughs'NEW YORK TIMES'Funny and smart, twisty and surprising - Finlay Donovan is a character to root for'MEGAN MIRANDA
Five-Minute Summer Stories (Bumper Short Story Collections #86)
by Enid BlytonA fun-filled collection of summer stories from the world's best-loved storyteller! Perfect for children aged 5 and up!Are you ready for the sunny season? From trips to the seaside and royal balls to fairy tea parties and yummy picnics, celebrate the summer with this short story collection by Enid Blyton.These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in 2024:Goodnight StoriesFive-Minute Summer StoriesMagical StoriesOne-A-Day Christmas Stories***Enid Blyton® and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.
Flirty Little Secret
by Jessica LepeYou&’ve Got Mail meets Abbott Elementary in this sweet, sexy romantic comedy for fans of Lynn Painter and Lyssa Kay Adams. School counselor Lucy Galindo has a secret. To her coworkers, friends, and even family, she&’s shy, sweet, and constantly struggling to hold off disaster (read: manage her anxiety and depression). But online? She&’s bold, confident, and always knows what to say—it&’s how she&’s become the wildly popular @TheMissGuidedCounselor. It&’s also why she keeps her identity anonymous. Her followers would never trust the real Lucy with their problems. History teacher Aldrich Fletcher thought a new job would give him some relief from his drama-filled family. Instead, he&’s dodging his ex-girlfriend and pining over his new co-worker—who only ever seems to see him at his worst. Thankfully, he can count on his online confidant for advice . . . until he discovers @TheMissGuidedCounselor is Lucy. Now Fletcher has a secret too. And while Lucy can&’t deny there&’s something between them, she&’s not sure she can trust him. Can they both find the courage to share the truth and step out from behind their screens?
Floating Hotel: a cosy and charming read to escape with
by Grace Curtis'Smart, bold and so much fun . . . I'm officially a member of the Grace Curtis fan club' AMIE KAUFMANThe Grand Budapest Hotel in space, Floating Hotel is a hopeful story of misfits, rebels and found family, perfect for fans of Becky Chambers, Martha Wells and Aliette de Bodard.Welcome to the Grand Abeona Hotel: home of the finest food, the sweetest service, and the very best views the galaxy has to offer. Year round it moves from planet to planet, system to system, pampering guests across the furthest reaches of the milky way. The last word in sub-orbital luxury - and a magnet for intrigue. Intrigues such as: Why are there love poems in the lobby intray? How many Imperial spies are currently on board? What is the true purpose of the Problem Solver's conference? And perhaps most pertinently - who is driving the ship?At the centre of these mysteries stands Carl, one time stowaway, longtime manager, devoted caretaker to the hotel. It's the love of his life and the only place he's ever called home. But as forces beyond Carl's comprehension converge on the Abeona, he has to face one final question: when is it time to let go?** AUTHORS LOVE GRACE CURTIS **'A beautiful novel . . . You will turn every page hoping for one hundred more' HANNAH KANER'Curtis oozes charm and humour' TAMSYN MUIR'An absolute marvel' BETH REVIS'A real treat' MAX GLADSTONE'Bittersweet and breathtaking' JULES ARBEAUX'Beautiful and clever, sad and hopeful, subtle and profoundly moving . . . A heartbreak and a hug' CLAIRE NORTH'If you read one sci-fi novel this year, make it this one' KATE DYLAN** READERS LOVE FLOATING HOTEL **'I was completely immersed ' Netgalley, Five Stars'Made me laugh and tear up and restore a little hope in humanity' Netgalley, Five Stars'Grace Curtis is a wonderful writer' Netgalley, Five Stars'Unique and brilliant' Netgalley, Five Stars'Deliriously divine' Netgalley, Five Stars
Forbidden King (Magnolia Falls #3)
by null Laura PavlovShe’s the one girl I can’t have, and the only one I want … A notorious ladies' man falls first – and falls hard – for his best friend's sister. Welcome to Magnolia Falls, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver, Lucy Score and B.K. Borison! *** Saylor Woodson is my best friend's little sister, and she's completely off limits. We have a history, a connection – one that no one else knows about. I've kept my distance for years, it was easy when she was away at school. But now she's home, and she's everywhere I turn. And the way that I want her is unexplainable. So, I do everything in my power to keep my distance, because her brother is my best friend. My family. But the pull is too strong. I want to claim her and keep her and make her mine. Once we cross that line in the sand, I'm drowning in this girl and can't find my way up for air. Guilt hangs over me like a dark cloud, but I can't seem to walk away, no matter how hard I try. And now that I've had a taster of forever, I'm willing to risk everything to keep it. Readers can't get enough of MAGNOLIA FALLS! 'I laughed, I cried, I blushed and kicked my feet like crazy, this book was EVERYTHING!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The spice in this book was top tier' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Falling in love with the ride or die gang has been a highlight of 2024' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I highly recommend reading this small town romance, Laura is the queen of them' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Moving, epically sweet and searingly romantic … this is your next favourite read' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tropes: ❤️Brother's best friend 🏠Small town 👪Found family
Four Stars: A Life. Reviewed
by Joel GolbyThe second book from acclaimed writer and journalist Joel Golby
The Frame-Up
by Gwenda Bond'Romantic, clever, and makes grand larceny more fun than ever' HOLLY BLACK'A twisty, riveting and fantastically original story' ELLE COSIMANO'Gwenda Bond at her absolute best: magical romantic and fun as hell' ALIX E. HARROWDani Poissant is the daughter and former accomplice of the world's most famous art thief. There was no job too big for Maria and her loyal crew. The secret to their success? A little thing called magic, kept rigorously secret from the non-magical world. They seemed unstoppable . . . until a teenage Dani turned her mother over to the FBI.Ten years later, with Maria still in prison, Dani finds herself approached for a job that only Maria and her crew could pull off . . . if any of them were still speaking to her. But it's the job of a lifetime and might just be the lure Dani needs to reconcile with her mother and be reunited with her mother's old gang-including both the love of her life and her former best friend.The problem is, it's an impossible task-even with the magical talents of the people she once considered family backing her up. It's a heist that needs a year to plan, and Dani has just over a week. Worse, the more Dani learns, the more she understands that there's far more at stake in this job that she ever realised.
Frank and Red: The heart-warming story of an unlikely friendship
by Matt CoyneSometimes, the friend you need is the one you never saw coming.'A lovely feel-good treat' The Times | 'Heart-warming, perceptive and empathetic' CultureFlyFrank and Red are a mess.Frank is a grumpy old curmudgeon. A recluse whose only company is the 'ghost' of his dead wife, Marcie. He is estranged from his friends, his son, and the ever-changing world beyond his front gate. And then Red moves in next door.Red is six. A boy struggling to adjust to the separation of his mum and dad, a new school, and the demonic school bully. Red is curious, smart, he never stops talking, and he's got a trampoline. From the moment Red's blonde mop appears over the top of the fence that divides their two gardens, the unlikeliest of friendships is born. . . . And it is a friendship that will change both of their lives forever.Early readers can't get enough:'Best book of the year!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A fantastic debut' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'Stunningly well-written, warm hearted, incredibly funny and moving story' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐'A beautifully written, warm and empathic read' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
The French Cookery School
by Caroline JamesPre-order the brand new romcom from the bestselling author of The Cruise!
Frenemy Fix-Up (Six Gems #4)
by Yahrah St. John'St. John offers plenty of heat and emotion in this appealing romance' – Booklist
Friends To Lovers: Isolated Threat (A Badlands Cops Novel) / Hard Core Law / Friendship on Fire
by null Joss Wood null Nicole Helm null Angi MorganElectric touch Isolated Threat by Nicole Helm Ever since he escaped his father’s biker gang, sheriff’s deputy Brady Wyatt has never looked back. Then Cecilia Mills asks Brady to help her hide a child from the dangerous crew. But when threats impact the safety of the makeshift family, will they find a way to protect themselves…or will the Sons of the Badlands take the child back into its grip? Hard Core Law by Angi Morgan The twins were all Josh Parker had in this world. So when they’re kidnapped, he can’t rely on his Texas Rangers star to get them back safely. Or involve Tracey Cassidy, the only person he trusted to care for his children. A family of criminals want him to break the law if he ever wants to see his children again. But when Tracey catches wind of his plan, she knows that this is one burden he won’t have to shoulder alone… Friendship on Fire by Joss Wood Top interior designer Jules Brogan has no shortage of work. So why say yes to designing a yacht with Noah Lockwood – her former best friend who disappeared from her life ten years ago after one smouldering encounter? Especially since the job requires posing as Noah’s fiancée! But what are old friends for…especially if it involves one more kiss?
Fright Bite (Dread Wood #5)
by Jennifer KillickThe brand new must-read middle-grade novel from the author of super-spooky Crater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine’s Goosebumps.
The Full English: A Journey in Search of a Country and its People
by null Stuart MaconieA Sunday Times Book of the Week and Top 10 Bestseller A Waterstones Travel Book of the Year A Spectator Book of the Year What kind of country is England today? What does it mean to be English? Are we hungry for change or seeking old certainties? Join Stuart Maconie on an enlightening, entertaining journey through England, from Bristol's Banksy to Durham's beaches, from Cotswolds corduroy to Stoke's oatcakes. As his guide, Maconie walks in the footsteps of J.B. Priestley's classic travelogue, English Journey, to explore our national identity and how it has evolved over the last century. On his way, Stuart takes inspiration from the people he meets at bus stops and train stations, cafes and corner shops. Travelling the length of the land, Maconie explores the differences between city and town, north and south, and examines our past and present with affection and insight. Whether he’s passing the boutique hotels of Manchester, the moors of Ilkley or the grand houses of Tynemouth, looking out over misty fens or urban skylines, he shines a light on the people who make these places and asks what the future holds for them. Along the way, he uncovers local heroes and secret histories over early breakfasts and last orders. Through his journey, he lets us see our homes and habits, hopes and eccentricities with fresh eyes. The Full English challenges us to embrace the messy, shifting and diverse nature of England, and to ask ourselves what kind of country we want to be.
Fun and Games with the Totterings
by Annie TempestAnnie Tempest has been called a national treasure for her much-lauded and internationally loved cartoon strip about a fictitious English village with the eccentric Lord and Lady Tottering and their family who reside at Tottering Hall. During the thirty years that 'Tottering-by-Gently' has appeared weekly in Country Life magazine, the Tottering family – all three generations of them – have been seen enjoying diverse pastimes and sporting pursuits including tennis, riding, skiing, golf, sailing, fishing and cricket. This latest, keenly anticipated offering is illustrated with more than 100 of Annie's superb colour cartoons and is a winning celebration of the Totterings – and the British – at play.
Funny Dostoevsky: New Perspectives on the Dostoevskian Light Side
by Lynn Ellen Patyk and Irina ErmanTapping into the emergence of scholarly comedy studies since the 2000s, this collection brings new perspectives to bear on the Dostoevskian light side. Funny Dostoevksy demonstrates how and why Dostoevsky is one of the most humorous 19th-century authors, even as he plumbs the depths of the human psyche and the darkest facets of European modernity. The authors go beyond the more traditional categories of humor, such as satire, parody, and the carnivalesque, to apply unique lenses to their readings of Dostoevsky. These include cinematic slapstick and the body in Crime and Punishment, the affective turn and hilarious (and deadly) impatience in Demons, and ontological jokes in Notes from Underground and The Idiot. The authors – (coincidentally?) all women, including some of the most established scholars in the field alongside up-and-comers – address gender and the marginalization of comedy, culminating in a chapter on Dostoevsky's "funny and furious" women, and explore the intersections of gender and humor in literary and culture studies. Funny Dostoevksy applies some of the latest findings on humor and laughter to his writing, while comparative chapters bring Dostoevsky's humor into conjunction with other popular works, such as Chaplin's Modern Times and Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton. Written with a verve and wit that Dostoevsky would appreciate, this boldly original volume illuminates how humor and comedy in his works operate as vehicles of deconstruction, pleasure, play, and transcendence.