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The Lost Orphan
by null Pam WeaverThree sisters torn apart by war. Can fighting for peace bring them together again? December 1941: Evacuated from the threat of German bombs, sisters Amelie and Mireille have grown up under the storm clouds of war. Now they have joined the fight against Hitler, with Amelie training as a nurse to save wounded soldiers, and Mireille enlisted to help the Air Force wage war in the skies over Europe. But as each sister fights for peace, they are still haunted by the memory of their missing sister who was snatched away from them at the beginning of the war. As Mireille is recruited for a special forces role behind enemy lines in France, she puts her life on the line for the Allies. But could she also finally have a chance of reuniting her sisters, once the war is over? A heart-breaking tale of the bond between sisters and the courage of women in wartime. Perfect for fans of Shirley Dickson, Glynis Peters and Pam Jenoff. Readers adore The Lost Orphan: ‘I quite literally could not put it down! My heart was in my mouth, both with Mireille in France, and Amelie and her vile partner back home. I was so caught up in all the emotion and sobbed at the end.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I enjoyed The Lost Orphan and read it in a day! The characters are brave sisters with a troubled past who are doing their 'bit' in the British war effort. The author has a wonderful sense of plot and place and the story moves right along.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An emotional rollercoaster … Great characters and pacy storylines make this a compelling read.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The sisters have amazing personalities with their strength and determination shining through. As I read of their encounters they felt like old friends who I couldn’t wait to meet with again. This has been an absolutely brilliant novel that I was unable to put down and when I reached the last page I had tears in my eyes.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Full of twists and turns … Now I have a book hangover and don't know what to follow this with!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It is heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time. The characters are so real, I felt as if I knew them and would have felt right at home stepping into Jim and Norah’s kitchen. Pam Weaver is a great storyteller.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Three Little Wishes (Sunshine Bay #2)
by Debbie MasonUSA Today bestselling author Debbie Mason takes another trip to Sunshine Bay with a heartwarming story about a family, romance, and self-discovery. Nothing gets Willow Rosetti down. She adores everything about her life in Sunshine Bay, particularly the close proximity to her beloved family and her job as a meteorologist. So when she finds out Channel 5 may close and she and her coworkers will be out of work, she goes behind her family&’s back to call her estranged aunt, a famous actress. Willow has never met her aunt and has no idea why her family disowned her, but she&’s hopeful Camilla can deliver the ratings they need to convince Noah Elliot, the station&’s gorgeous and grumpy owner, to save Channel 5. When Camilla Monroe learns her niece Willow is trying to contact her, she fears the worst—that her secret has finally come out. Distracted, she doesn&’t see the e-bike in the road. Now a case of amnesia has Camilla back in Sunshine Bay, and she&’s getting Willow into one mess after another. With a little bit of scheming and a whole lot of heart, this unlikely duo might just have the summer of a lifetime, saving the station, healing their fractured family, and even paving the way for love.
The House on Sunrise Lagoon: Halfway to Harbor (The House on Sunrise Lagoon)
by Nicole MellebyIn the third book set at The House on Sunrise Lagoon, oldest sibling Harbor must navigate spending half a summer away from her beloved home, the pull between her two families, and a growing crush on a girl on her basketball team. If you want to get to know Harbor Moore, you need to know three things: 1. Sometimes she signs her name Harbor Ali-O&’Connor to match her siblings. 2. She misses her dad a lot, but she doesn&’t want to be away from her moms and siblings, either. 3. She just might have her first crush. Harbor is excited to spend the summer working on her jump shot in an elite basketball league. But the games take place near her dad's house—hours away from her beloved Sunrise Lagoon. Suddenly, she&’s spending every weekend at her dad&’s and getting to know Quinn, a girl whose smile makes her feel warm inside. Still, Harbor can&’t help wondering what&’s going on at home. Why is Sam hanging out with Harbor's best friend? Has Marina&’s friend Boom taken her place in the house? What have the twins &“borrowed&” this time for one of their disastrous scientific experiments? When it comes time to decide whether Harbor will stay and play basketball with her team—and Quinn—all year round, or continue to live on Sunrise Lagoon, Harbor thinks she knows what to do . . . but is it the right decision?
The Highland Girls at War (The Highland Girls series #1)
by null Helen YendallCan the Highland girls prove everyone wrong? Don’t miss this poignant and heartwarming WW2 novel for fans of Rosie Clarke, Dilly Court and Rosie Archer, from the author of A Wartime Secret. Scotland, 1942.The Lumberjills, the newest recruits in the Women’s Timber Corps, arrive in the Scottish Highlands to a hostile reception from doubtful locals. The young women are determined to prove them wrong and serve their country – but they’re also all looking for something more… Lady Persephone signed up to show everyone she’s more than just a pretty face – but it’ll take more than some charm and her noble credentials to win handsome Sergeant Fraser over. Tall, strong Grace has led a lonely life working on a croft, with just her mother for company. All she wants is to find her place in the world – even if that’s a thousand miles from home. And Irene misses her husband terribly, so until he returns home from the frontline, she’s distracting herself with war work. But one distraction too far leads to devastating consequences… Can the Lumberjills get through their struggles together – even when tragedy strikes? Readers LOVE The Highland Girls at War! ‘I adored it!!… From start to finish, I loved it and couldn’t wait to get back to it whenever I had to rip myself away… It certainly left me wanting more! It was brilliant.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Love this book… The characters came to life as the story unrolled and I was sad the book ended as I felt I knew them and they were my friends too. Recommended to read ASAP.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely loved [it], great book from start to finish.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved this book from start to finish, the characters were so real and I felt like a member of the family.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A compelling, heartwarming tale… Full of laughter, heartache, humour and wistful romance… A story of sisterhood and one I am certain will stay with me forever.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A heart-warming story… Thoroughly enjoyable.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Heather Blazing (Picador Collection #104)
by Colm Tóibín'It is impossible to read Tóibín without being moved, touched and finally changed' Independent on SundayColm Tóibín’s The Heather Blazing details the life of Eamon Redmond, a judge in Ireland’s high court, a man remote from his wife, his son and daughter and, at least outwardly, from his own childhood. The life he has built for himself, between his work in Dublin and his family’s retreat by the sea at Cush, is distinguished by order and by achievement. When, like his beloved coastline, it begins to slip away, he is pulled sharply into the present, and finds himself revisiting his past.'Superbly accomplished' The Observer
The Blackwater Lightship: Shortlisted for the Booker Prize (Picador Collection #103)
by Colm TóibínSet in Ireland in the 1990s, Colm Tóibín's The Blackwater Lightship tells the story of the Devereux family, and reveals the intense connection between grandmother, mother and daughter.Dora Devereux, her daughter Lily and her granddaughter Helen – have come together after years of strife and reached an uneasy truce. Helen’s adored brother Declan is dying. Two friends join him and the women in a crumbling old house by the sea, where the six of them, from different generations and with different beliefs, must listen and come to terms with one another.'It is in his emotional choreography that Tóibín shows himself to be an exceptional writer' – Sunday Telegraph
So Much Blue (Picador Collection)
by Percival Everett‘Absorbing in its simplicity about bourgeois banality and the quest for expression’ New York TimesSo Much Blue is a gorgeous novel about art, memory and self-deception from the author of Erasure, now an Oscar-nominated film.Kevin Pace is working on a painting that he won't allow anyone to see: not his children; not his best friend, Richard; not even his wife, Linda. The painting is a canvas of twelve feet by twenty-one feet and three inches, covered entirely in shades of blue. It may be his masterpiece or it may not; he doesn't know, nor does he particularly care.What Kevin does care about are the events of the past: the affair he had with a young artist in Paris ten years ago and, further back, his journey to an El Salvador on the brink of war to retrieve Richard’s drug-dealing brother. So Much Blue is a brilliant examination of how the past collides with present, and the secrets we keep from even ourselves.Part of the Picador Collection, a series celebrating fifty years of Picador books and showcasing the best of modern literature.‘So Much Blue is such a perfectly structured novel . . . A generous, thrilling book by a man who might well be America's most under-recognized literary master’ NPR
Pageboy: A Memoir: The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller
by Elliot Page#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERINSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Singular' Daily Telegraph'Powerful' New York Times'Vital' i'Vivid… Moving… Juicy' NPR'A profoundly talented writer' Elizabeth Day'Raw, harrowing, and often heartbreaking' LA Times'Written by a sensitive soul' GuardianBefore the world premiere of Juno Elliot Page was on the edge of self-discovery. But with Juno's massive success and his dreams coming true, Elliot found himself trapped by the spotlight and the pressure to perform was suffocating him. Until enough was enough. From chasing down secret love affairs to battling body image and working through his difficult childhood, Pageboy is a beautiful, intimate book about searching for ourselves and our place in the world.'An emotional read, delivered in image-drenched prose.' Washington Post'The emergence of our true selves is all of our life's work. Pageboy helps chart the course.' Jamie Lee Curtis'Pageboy is like listening to a friend... Now is an excellent time to read this humanizing and well-written memoir.' Associated Press
Girls In Love (Girls #1)
by Jacqueline Wilson'Nadine has a boyfriend. I can't believe it! How come Nadine's got a boyfriend before me?'Ellie, Nadine and Magda are three best friends who couldn't be more different - Ellie is artistic, Nadine is goth, and Magda is all glitz and glam - but they love each other all the same.They're just starting Year Nine, and being a teenager certainly isn't easy. They've got a lot on their minds - mainly boys! When Nadine and Magda both get boyfriends, Ellie can't help feeling left out.Before she can help herself, she starts spinning a web of lies she finds hard to stop...From bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, Girls in Love is a funny, frank take on friendship, problems and heartaches that older fans will adore. Not suitable for younger readers.Delightful - Observer Follow the rest of Ellie, Nadine and Magda's adventures through the series:1. Girls in Love 2. Girls Under Pressure3. Girls Out Late4. Girls in Tears
Insomnia
by null Sarah Pinborough**A dream of a thriller from the No.1 bestselling author – soon to be a major TV series for Paramount+** ‘This heart-pounding thriller will have you up all night’ Clare Mackintosh ‘Pinborough writes like an absolute dream’ Richard Osman _________________________________________________________________ From the outside, Emma has the dream life – a loving husband, a beautiful house, two gorgeous children. But something is keeping Emma awake. Scratching at her sanity at 1am. She’s tried so hard to bury the past, to protect her family. But witching hour loves a secret – and Emma’s is the stuff of nightmares … FROM THE NO.1 BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF NETFLIX HIT, BEHIND HER EYES ‘Prepare to be totally and utterly blown away by Insomnia. Sarah Pinborough is a twisted genius’ Lisa Jewell ‘Another mind-twisting, genre-bending rollercoaster from Queen of WTF Sarah Pinborough’ Ruth Ware ‘Creepy as all get out – a gaslighting masterclass’ Ian Rankin ‘Pinborough’s unsettling, remorseless psychological thriller is horribly plausible and expertly plotted’ Sunday Times 'Insomnia is a twisted, dark ride that keeps you gripped, unable to look away. Utterly addictive and highly recommended’ Lucy Clarke ‘Don't start this at night – it's guaranteed to steal your sleep’ Cara Hunter ‘One crazy sleepless ride building up to a hideously tense climax. Expertly done – Sarah Pinborough is the queen of unsettling, twisty reads’ Harriet Tyce 'This terrifying thriller about a family under threat from within is a total page-turner’ Gilly Macmillan ‘Absolutely brilliant, completely unputdownable and so satisfying’ Jenny Colgan ‘A whip smart page turning triumph’ Jane Shemilt Behind Her Eyes was a Sunday Times No.1 bestseller for w/e 04/02/2017
When the Wild Calls (Where the World Turns Wild #2)
by Nicola PenfoldHaving escaped their city, Juniper Greene and her brother Bear have settled in Ennerdale with their dad and his family. Every day the wild introduces them to a new wonder, but Juniper can't stop worrying about her grandmother and best friend left behind. When she hears news that disease has entered the city, she's determined to bring her loved ones to safety. Trapped in a city riddled with disease and run by a ruthless leader, Etienne longs for the wild. With the guards becoming more aggressive to counteract the growing rebellion, Etienne's prepared to fight for his freedom. But will he be able to protect himself and keep those around him safe until Juniper returns from the wild?
The Best Way to Bury Your Husband: Four new friends. Four dead bodies. One big problem . . .
by Alexia Casale'I loved loved loved this book!' CHRISTINA RICCI ‘Poignant and funny, dark and searing’ ANDREA MARA'A darkly comedic story . . . I loved it' JESSE SUTANTO 'Perfect for those who like feminism with their dead bodies' JULIE COHEN'Tense, funny, moving and strangely cosy' HOLLY BOURNE---Four new friends. Four dead bodies. One big problem . . .Sally never meant to cave her husband's head in with a skillet. Or at least she didn't until suddenly, she did.But Sally isn't the only woman in town being pushed to breaking point. When coincidence brings four strangers together, a surprising solidarity is formed.So can they find the best way to bury their husbands - and get away with it?Darkly funny and with a big beating heart, The Best Way to Bury Your Husband is an irresistible page-turner about the power of female friendship.
The Queen of Dirt Island: The uplifting number 1 bestseller about the roots that bind family, from the prize-winning author of Strange Flowers
by Donal RyanFrom the Booker longlisted author, and an Irish Times No.1 bestseller - a searing, jubilant novel about four generations of women and the stories that bind them.'Beautiful, compassionate ... Donal Ryan at his inimitable best.' MAGGIE O'FARRELL'One of the finest novelists writing today... a haunting, exquisite masterpiece.' RACHEL JOYCE___________This is a story about family, about all of the things it should be - and sometimes isn't.In Nenagh, County Tipperary, four generations of Aylward women live and love. The head of the family, Nana, is a woman who has buried two sons and whose life has been the family farm. Her daughter-in-law, Eileen, is estranged from her own parents, having 'shamed' them and given birth to Saoirse. And then there's Saoirse herself, eavesdropping on lives she cannot comprehend. It is only when they must battle for the inheritance of Dirt Island - a narrow strip of land adjacent to Eileen's childhood home - that they truly understand the roots that bind their lives together._________'The prose drips like honey off a spoon' SUNDAY TIMES'Beautifully poised, sad, poetic and human....I loved every single line.' IAN RANKIN'A generous mosaic of a novel about the staying power of love and pride and history and family' COLUM McCANN'His paragraphs are unnoticeably beautiful, his heart always on show' ANNE ENRIGHT'Endlessly surprising and incredibly moving' DAVID NICHOLLS'A life-enhancing talent' SEBASTIAN BARRY'I would struggle to think of any other Irish author working today who writes with as much compassion as Donal Ryan' LOUISE O'NEILL
The Pick Up
by null Hannah DoyleA laugh-out-loud romcom in 2024 perfect for fans of Tessa Bailey and Elena Armas Committing to a fake romance is easy. It’s keeping it fake that’s the problem … 'Charming, funny, relatable' Sophie Cousens 'The perfect romcom. I’m still swooning, and I don’t swoon lightly' Lucy Vine 'A big, sunny hug of a book that I loved, and was so sad to finish' Cressida McLaughlin *** Sophie Rogers finds it easy to focus on the important things in life. Like her daughter, her job and her family. So when Joe, another single parent at school suggests they fake a romance to help them both out of a fix, she throws herself in. But then Sophie starts to look forward to seeing Joe. In fact, she’s thinking about his floppy hair, Irish accent and the way his lips felt when they grazed hers (her commitment to this is exceptional) more than their synced calendars and staged socials. And there is a reason the yummy mummies called him Hot Single Dad. Sophie Rogers isn't silly enough to fall in love with her fake boyfriend. Is she? 'A truly original and memorable love story full of hilarious characters, relatable moments and laugh-out-loud lines. An absolute joy!' Helly Acton Readers LOVE The Pick Up: ‘I love fake dating stories and this one nailed it’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Loved this fun and funny romcom with two single parents doing a fake dating scenario and catching real feelings!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I couldn't stop smiling!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The moment I picked the book up I was immersed, a book I intended to read for 20 mins before bed turned into a 3 hours session' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Bird Boy
by Catherine Bruton"Vivid and deeply empathetic, Catherine is a wonderful storyteller." Phil Earle "A wonderfully moving story about the healing power of nature, perfect for fans of Phil Earle and Katya Balen" Anthony McGowan "Unputdownable.A gift to nature loving young people" Hilary McKay "A heart-felt story about the healing power of nature.Moving and powerful, I loved it" Gill Lewis From the multi-award-winning author of No Ballet Shoes in Syria, comes a story of migration, conservation, healing and hope as a grieving boy forms an unbreakable bond with an injured bird. After the tragic death of his mother, eleven year old Will is sent to temporarily stay with his uncle in the mountains. After years trapped in a high-rise flat, with only birds for company, Will doesn't know how he'll survive a place like this, but he soon finds solace in the woods, when he's surrounded by birdsong. With his new friend Omar - a refugee from Afghanistan - Will discovers an osprey nest, with two small chicks inside. He forms an unbreakable bond with the birds, especially the smallest chick, who they name Whitetip. But when tragedy almost strikes again one stormy night, and Whitetip is knocked out of the nest - breaking a wing, Will is determined to save her. Smuggling her down from the mountain, he finds a way to keep her alive. As Will helps Whitetip to grow and to heal, he finds a strength inside himself that he never knew he had. Maybe, finally, Will can find a way to take flight too...
Handbook of Therapeutic Life Story Work: The Rose Model
by Karla Burley Suzanne McGladdery'Life Story Work is something we do all the time, be it reminiscing with friends or family about a particular event or period of our lives, or keeping memorabilia, photographs, and written records. Reflecting on and re-examining past events and experiences helps us to make meaning of them in the present.' As a certified play therapist and a qualified social worker, Karla and Suzanne have come together as independent Therapeutic Life Story Work practitioners to explore their experiences and the challenges they have faced to guide other practitioners entering this important area of practice. They share journeys they have taken alongside the many families they have supported; drawn from completing Professor Richard Rose's Diploma in Therapeutic Life Story Work (TLSW). The authors take the reader through the process of Therapeutic Life Story Work from beginning to end, linking theory with practice. They identify areas to consider in preparing to do this work and the referral process, give practical first steps in information gathering, and provide a wealth of activities and techniques that can be undertaken in sessions. Written during the time of a global pandemic, it includes working on-line and the many creative ways of supporting children and adults in making meaning and creating a more coherent narrative of their lives. They share the complexities of working with birth families, neurodiversity, measuring outcomes and the recent strong evidence base for this intervention, as well as a unique model of creating therapeutic stories in therapeutic life story work. They highlight the importance of self-care and supervision when working with trauma, consider what to do when things go wrong, and the importance of creating emotional safety within this work. The content is drawn from many hours of work, challenges faced within the work, and an idea that it could be beneficial to others undertaking or interested in Therapeutic Life Story Work. Therapeutic Life Story Work is an area of practice that Karla and Suzanne are passionate about. They decided to write this book in response to the questions they are frequently asked about setting up as independent practitioners and how they work in practice. Their aim is to continue to support children and young people in their journey to make sense of their lives, as well as supporting practitioners and developing Therapeutic Life Story Work worldwide. The Handbook of Therapeutic Life Story Work is essential reading for those working with children, young people and adults, including social workers, therapists, family support workers, residential care staff, teachers, adopters, foster carers, special guardians, connected carers, students, psychologists and any other professionals involved in working with traumatised children.
Like Mother, Like Daughter: An unputdownable, thought-provoking must-read thriller for summer 2024
by Dawn Goodwin'I loved this absorbing suburban drama that is every parent's worst nightmare' HEIDI PERKS'I was hooked throughout. Compelling' FIONA MITCHELLLisa Marco has had to face the bitchy clique of school mums for years, ever since her fall out with Christina Valdecchi, the mum of her daughter's best friend. The fun parent that never misses a chance to remind Lisa she doesn't measure up. Lisa was taught that being a good parent meant making the hard choices. She understands why Christina's 'friendship parenting' approach makes her fun, but Lisa's priority is keeping her daughter safe, even if she fears it's driving her daughter away.But tonight when Christina and Lisa get the call that every parent dreads, they will have to confront the choices that brought them here. They say mothers know best, but how well do they really know their daughters?A totally gripping, page-turning thriller perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Adele Parks and Lesley Kara.'Hooked from the first page by this toxic web of suburban frailties in the internet age.' S.E. LYNES'A fab thriller!' TINA BAKER'Every parents' worst nightmare is brought to life in this thought-provoking twisty family drama centred around friendship and trust, secrets and lies.' RUBY SPEECHLEY, author of Missing'A tense exploration of family dynamics.' ALICE CLARK-PLATTS'Compelling and pacy. Just as she always does, Dawn Goodwin skillfully captures the dark side of the human psyche in a truly unsettling way. Loved it! JULIETTA HENDERSON
The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers: The hotly-anticipated, extraordinary and unmissable debut novel of 2024
by Samuel Burr*DON'T MISS OUT - PRE-ORDER THE STUNNING LIMITED FIRST EDITION NOW!*FEATURES A JIGSAW PIECE FRONT COVER CUT-OUT, EXCLUSIVE TO FIRST PRINT RUN ONLY'Utterly beautiful. I adored it' JOANNA CANNON'Hugely uplifting and wonderful' AJ PEARCE'A ripping yarn full of warmth and wonder' BETH MORREYSometimes finding your place in the world is the greatest puzzle of all...Clayton Stumper is an enigma.He might be twenty-five years old, but he dresses like your grandad and drinks sherry like your aunt.Abandoned at birth on the steps of the Fellowship of Puzzlemakers, he was raised by the sharpest minds in the British Isles and finds himself amongst the last survivors of a fading institution. When the esteemed crossword compiler, Pippa Allsbrook, passes away, she bestows her final puzzle to him: a promise to reveal the mystery of his parentage and prepare him for his future. Yet as Clay begins to unpick the clues, he uncovers something even the Fellowship have never been able to solve - and it's a secret that will change everything...***Readers are loving The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers!'Absolutely wonderful. A beautiful story of love and friendship' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Quirky and joyful. A delight to read with lovely characters' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A charming tale. Original and uplifting and an absolute ode to not just friendship but fellowship' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Such a joyful book. A unique storyline, the characters are wonderful and it's really uplifting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Truly, the most joyous of books!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Honeymoon Affair: Don't miss the gripping and romantic new contemporary novel from No. 1 bestselling author Sheila O'Flanagan!
by Sheila O'Flanagan'A glitzy, glamorous rollercoaster of a romance - hugely entertaining and so satisfying . . . Sheila O'Flanagan at her sparkling best' Veronica HenryThe irresistible, utterly satisfying new contemporary novel from No. 1 bestselling Sheila O'FlanaganIzzy is in the Caribbean on the honeymoon-that-isn't after her fiancé broke her heart. She's not looking for someone new. But when she meets Charles Miller, a successful writer holidaying alone, the electricity is undeniable. And what does she have to lose? In Ireland, Charles's ex-wife and agent Ariel flits from party to party, glamorous and poised. She's in constant contact with Charles. They're very close. Ariel wonders if they should get back together. She's an independent woman, but she liked being part of a power couple. And she's sure she only has to say, and they'll pick up where they left off.No matter how in control of life you think you are, it can shock and surprise you. As Izzy, Ariel and Charles are about to find out . . .Sheila O'Flanagan's new novel tells a compelling and thought-provoking story about two strong women, one complicated man, and the secrets and dreams that draw them together - with explosive consequences . . .'What a fascinating book, set in the world of publishing. I loved it!' Sue Moorcroft
The Stars Will Still Be There: What My Daughter Taught Me About Love, Life And Loss
by Nicola NuttallThe heartbreaking but life-affirming memoir from Nicola Nuttall about her inspirational daughter Laura
My First Five Years Pre-schooler: Everyday activities to support your child’s development
by My First Five YearsIf you're looking for fresh, playful ideas to support your child's development, their confidence and get them 'ready for school', look no further!Written by renowned childcare experts at My First Five Years, the popular parental support app, this unique book of 60 activities explains the why behind different types of play, and shows you how to make the most of short, daily moments together.If you're starting to think about your child starting school, there can be all kinds of things on your mind. Are they ready to hold a pencil and learn to write? Will they be able to pay attention in a classroom? Will they know how to make friends? This book breaks down exactly what skills are important for your child to be 'ready for school', and how you can support their development using simple, fun and low-cost activities.The book is split into six streams of development – social and emotional, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and cognitive – and each chapter includes a summary of the underlying science followed by step-by-step guides to support this at home. From puppet play to wacky races, the ideas fit neatly into daily life and focus on turning play into a solid foundation from which all learning grows. The book is beautifully colour illustrated and also features QR codes throughout, linking to free additional related content.'I'm using this with my three year old now, and only wish I'd had it when my others were little!' - Praise for the My First Five Years app
My First Five Years Pre-schooler: Everyday activities to support your child’s development
by My First Five YearsIf you're looking for fresh, playful ideas to support your child's development, their confidence and get them 'ready for school', look no further!Written by renowned childcare experts at My First Five Years, the popular parental support app, this unique book of 60 activities explains the why behind different types of play, and shows you how to make the most of short, daily moments together.If you're starting to think about your child starting school, there can be all kinds of things on your mind. Are they ready to hold a pencil and learn to write? Will they be able to pay attention in a classroom? Will they know how to make friends? This book breaks down exactly what skills are important for your child to be 'ready for school', and how you can support their development using simple, fun and low-cost activities.The book is split into six streams of development – social and emotional, gross motor, fine motor, sensory, language and cognitive – and each chapter includes a summary of the underlying science followed by step-by-step guides to support this at home. From puppet play to wacky races, the ideas fit neatly into daily life and focus on turning play into a solid foundation from which all learning grows. The book is beautifully colour illustrated and also features QR codes throughout, linking to free additional related content.'I'm using this with my three year old now, and only wish I'd had it when my others were little!' - Praise for the My First Five Years app
The Little Book of Fathers & Sons: A Celebration of Growing Up Together (The\little Book Of... Ser.)
by Orange Hippo!Homer and Bart. Phil and Luke. God and Jesus. Charles and William. Perhaps no other relationship is as complex, rewarding and ever-changing as that of a father and son. Whether the son becomes a mini-me of the father or rebels entirely, who you grow up to be is inevitably shaped by your father.Over the last 50 years, the relationship between a father and son has changed from being a more distant and emotionally strained one to a more loving, open and honest one, which provides a whole new minefield for fathers to navigate. They're more hands-on than ever before, no longer just the traditional breadwinner and disciplinarian. But this thankfully means the father-son bond is often now stronger than ever, as this book shows.Packed full of facts, quotes and trivia, The Little Book of Fathers and Sons is the perfect insight into this unique relationship, whether the parent or child. Full of wit and wisdom, this is the perfect gift for your old man or little man.
Billionaire's Runaway Wife
by null Rosie MaxwellThe Ricci wife returns! Rae’s craving for her husband Domenico Ricci was dangerously all-consuming. To retain her identity she had to leave. But now Domenico’s grandmother has made an outrageous dying decree: to save the Italian’s palazzo, Rae must stay in Venice as Domenico’s wife! Determined to prove that she’s stronger now, she agrees…but is her new strength enough to resist the blistering heat still between them?
Under a Summer Skye (The Skye Sisters Trilogy #1)
by null Sue MoorcroftA Scottish island. A stranger from the mainland. A summer of possibilities… ESCAPE TO THE ISLE OF SKYE THIS SUMMER WITH THE SUNDAY TIMES AND MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR, AND LOSE YOURSELF IN THE FIRST BOOK OF THE SKYE SISTERS TRILOGY. AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW! ‘The perfect escapist read that will take you away from the real world and immerse you in its charm. Delightful.’ VERONICA HENRY 'A gorgeously warm and sunny book.’ CATHY KELLY ‘An intriguing and uplifting story with a beautiful setting.’ KATIE FFORDE 'A delightful summer read!' PHILLIPA ASHLEY ________ A chance encounter is about to change everything for Thea Wynter. The moment she arrived on the Isle of Skye, life changed for Thea. Running from a succession of wrong turns, she comes to the island in search of blue sea, endless skies, and mountains that make the heart soar. Here, she feels at peace. As head gardener at Rothach Hall, life is exactly how she wants it, with her days spent working in the glorious clifftop garden and her evenings in the cosy local village. But an encounter with a stranger from the mainland brings with it an unexpected turn – and only time will tell if he is friend or foe. It seems that even on Skye, life can catch up with you, and Thea is soon faced with the past she left behind – and with it, the family she’s never met… From old lives to new beginnings, lose yourself on the beautiful Isle of Skye with Thea as she discovers how many possibilities life can truly hold if you look hard enough. A gorgeous, escapist read for fans of Sarah Morgan and Karen Swan. ________ PRAISE FOR UNDER A SUMMER SKYE ‘The perfect escapist read.’ Veronica Henry 'A delightful summer read.' Phillipa Ashley ‘Gloriously uplifting – the perfect escape.’ Alex Brown 'A beautiful, transporting novel to sweep you away.’ Fiona Gibson ‘A gorgeous, escapist, romantic read full of heart.’ Emily Stone