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Absent in the Spring: the perfect feel-good romance (The Shakespeare Sisters #3)
by Carrie Elks'A great feel-good romance, with likable and endearing characters' ***** Goodreads reviewer'Simply a wonderful read.' A Spoonful of Happy Endings'The perfect book to snuggle up with' Rachale's ReadsLosing control never felt so good . . .A successful lawyer, and the eldest of four sisters, Lucy Shakespeare is used to being in control of everything and everyone around her, most particularly herself - until she meets the gorgeous Lachlan MacLeish.Lachlan's hired Lucy because he needs the best. His inheritance is suddenly in doubt, thanks to his devious half-brother and there's no way he's going down without a fight. The very last thing he wants is a distraction, but as soon as he sees Lucy, he knows he's in trouble.Despite their efforts to resist, it isn't long before Lachlan has Lucy longing to break all her careful rules. As they travel from Scotland, to Paris and on to New York, Lucy can't help but wonder: is it sometimes worth risking it all?WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT CARRIE ELKS:'Fresh, fun, smart and authentic' Heat Magazine'An amazing romance that will captivate your imagination and warm your heart.' Mad About Books'If you're after a book to get lost in, to step inside a world of characters you will adore, then this is the book for you.' Whispering Stories Book Blog'I loved the characters, I loved the plot... and I loved the London and New York settings. It really was a marvellous read!' Leah Loves'An excellent novel.' Shaz's Book Blog'A sexy, addictive romance worthy of big screen triumphs.' Kraftireader'Perfect for a cold winter's afternoon.' Linda's Book Bag'A magical, festive love story' Susan Scott'A wonderful, captivating romantic story.' Chicklit Club'Will stay with me for quite some time to come . . . Simply a wonderful read.' A Spoonful of Happy EndingsFall in love with THE SHAKESPEARE SISTERS:Summer's LeaseA Winter's TaleAbsent in the Spring
A Winter's Tale: a heartwarming romance for a cold winter's night (The Shakespeare Sisters #2)
by Carrie Elks'An amazing romance that will captivate your imagination and warm your heart.' Mad About Books'A sexy, addictive romance worthy of big screen triumphs.' KraftireaderChristmas comes just once a year . . . but true love lasts a lifetimeKitty Shakespeare moved from London to LA to make it in the film business - but unfortunately talent isn't enough when interviews make you crumble. When she's finally offered a job as a nanny to a major producer's son, she snaps up the chance to at least make some contacts over the holiday. But she hadn't counted on getting drawn into the Hollywood mogul's messed up family, nor on his sexy-and-grumpy-as-hell brother, Adam. Adam Klein may be sexy, but he's also gruff, rude and completely impossible. Love at first sight this is not . . . but since when did the road to a Hollywood happy ending ever run smooth? A heartwarming Shakespeare Sisters romance from the bestselling author of Summer's Lease and Fix You.'Perfect for a cold winter's afternoon.' Linda's Book Bag'A magical, festive love story' Susan Scott'If you're after a book to get lost in, to step inside a world of characters you will adore, then this is the book for you.' Whispering Stories Book Blog
Seven Days of Us: the most hilarious and life-affirming novel about a family in crisis
by Francesca Hornak'One of the best books of the year' Hello!'If you are struggling with self-isolation in the family home, then this is the novel for you' Abbie Greaves, author of The Silent TreatmentThe joyful, sharply observed and life-affirming story about being quarantined with your loved ones. Also a Radio 2 Bookclub pick.It's the holidays, and the Birch family is gathering for the first time in years.Olivia, the eldest daughter, has returned from treating an epidemic abroad and must go into quarantine for seven days. Her mother has decided it's the perfect opportunity to spend some 'special time' together. Her youngest sister wholeheartedly disagrees. Her father isn't allowed an opinion.When no one can leave the house and no one can enter, quaratine for the Birches feels like an eternity.Especially when they're all harbouring secrets. One of which is about to come knocking at their door...Rave reviews for Seven Days of Us:'LOVED it! Warm and humane, funny and sad, with a great, twisty plot, Seven Days of Us is absolute pleasure reading from beginning to end' Marian Keyes'I loved this comic drama...the plot is genius...and the results are hilarious and touching' Daily Mail'One of the best family dramas you'll ever read' Best'Francesca Hornak is hilariously funny with characters that jump off the page, grab you, and just won't let go' Rosamund Lupton, bestselling author of Sister'Sharply observed by Hornak's satirical eye, this has "Working Title film deal" written all over it' Glamour'Expertly captures the joys and the tensions of spending any time with those who know you best. It thoroughly deserves to be this year's big Christmas hit' The i'Absorbing, insightful and immensely enjoyable' Laura Barnett, bestselling author of The Versions of Us'Compassionate, witty and wise' Saskia Sarginson, bestselling author of The Twins'I LOVED Seven Days of Us. The story swallowed me up. It has all the makings of your classic rom-com, with characters that are both remarkable yet wonderfully relatable' The Unmumsy Mum'Touching, funny, emotionally intelligent, Seven Days of Us is pure pleasure from beginning to end. It's stylishly written and totally engrossing. I really, really loved it' Adele Geras
So Good to See You: A funny and moving novel you won't be able to put down this summer
by Francesca Hornak'Fabulously stylish and funny' Daily Mail'Hugely entertaining . . . thought-provoking and touching. I loved it!' Rebecca Wait, author of I'm Sorry You Feel That Way'I really adored it. Brilliantly funny, whip-smart, sharply observed' Lottie Moggach, author of Brixton Hill'Sharp, clever, and achingly relatable' Justin Myers, author of The Leading Man__________________________________________2004. Serge, Rosie and Daniel are enjoying their final weeks of university. They are young, inseparable and full of optimism.Fifteen years later, they are guests at a lavish four-day wedding in Provence - and no longer friends.Life has not turned out quite as planned since their heady days at Oxford. Film-maker Serge is winning awards, but hiding a huge debt and a fractured relationship. Behind Rosie's social ease, she is heartbroken. And with Daniel's fame has come spiralling anxiety.Now, with four days of organised fun ahead, all three are armed with their best conversation and brightest smile. At least everyone is following the same script: do not bring up the past. But as the Champagne flows, appearances slip and true feelings emerge.A funny, poignant and beautifully observed examination of relationships, class, money and pretending to have it all.Praise for Francesca Hornak:'Keenly observed and utterly believable' Pandora Sykes'Warm and humane, funny and sad . . . absolute pleasure reading' Marian Keyes'Sharply observed' Glamour'One of the best books of the year' Hello!'Expertly captures the joys and the tensions of spending any time with those who know you best' i Paper'One of the best family dramas you'll ever read' Best
So Good to See You: A funny and moving novel you won't be able to put down this summer
by Francesca Hornak'Fabulously stylish and funny' Daily Mail'Hugely entertaining . . . thought-provoking and touching. I loved it!' Rebecca Wait, author of I'm Sorry You Feel That Way'I really adored it. Brilliantly funny, whip-smart, sharply observed' Lottie Moggach, author of Brixton Hill'Sharp, clever, and achingly relatable' Justin Myers, author of The Leading Man__________________________________________2004. Serge, Rosie and Daniel are enjoying their final weeks of university. They are young, inseparable and full of optimism.Fifteen years later, they are guests at a lavish four-day wedding in Provence - and no longer friends.Life has not turned out quite as planned since their heady days at Oxford. Film-maker Serge is winning awards, but hiding a huge debt and a fractured relationship. Behind Rosie's social ease, she is heartbroken. And with Daniel's fame has come spiralling anxiety.Now, with four days of organised fun ahead, all three are armed with their best conversation and brightest smile. At least everyone is following the same script: do not bring up the past. But as the Champagne flows, appearances slip and true feelings emerge.A funny, poignant and beautifully observed examination of relationships, class, money and pretending to have it all.Praise for Francesca Hornak:'Keenly observed and utterly believable' Pandora Sykes'Warm and humane, funny and sad . . . absolute pleasure reading' Marian Keyes'Sharply observed' Glamour'One of the best books of the year' Hello!'Expertly captures the joys and the tensions of spending any time with those who know you best' i Paper'One of the best family dramas you'll ever read' Best
Before and Again: Fans of Jodi Picoult will love this - Daily Express
by Barbara DelinskyTHE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROMNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR BARBARA DELINSKY'Fans of Jodi Picoult will love this.' Daily Express'If you're a fan of Jodi Picoult you'll love this thoughtful read.' Woman's Way'Warm, rich, textured and impossible to put down.' Nora Roberts'A compelling, emotional read about love, loss, and becoming someone new.' Sadie Pearse, author of This Child of Ours***************************************************Mackenzie Cooper took her eyes off the road for just a moment, but the resulting collision was enough to rob her of her life as she knew it. Forced to start again, she moved to a small town under a new name - Maggie Reid - and her only goal is to stay under the radar. She's thankful for the few friends she's made, although she can't risk telling them too much about her previous life.But Maggie isn't the only one in this peaceful town with secrets. When a friend's teenage son is thrust into the national spotlight, Maggie is torn between protecting herself or stepping into the glare to be at their side. Will she find the courage to face the world again? Praise for Barbara Delinsky:'Fans of Jodi Picoult will love this . . . a poignant family story.' Daily Express'Compelling reading' The Sun'Delinsky's writing is fluid and makes for a hard-to-put-down book.' Glamour
The Gods of Love: Happily ever after is ancient history . . .
by Nicola MostynI-NEWS TOP TEN DEBUTS NETGALLEY TOP FEBRUARY READSWRITER'S GUILD AWARDS NOMINEE'A proper page-turner! Suspenseful, mysterious, spooky and witty - and great fun' Justin Myers, author of The Last Romeo'Adventurous, magical, and very, very funny!' Emma Jane Unsworth, author of AnimalsMeet Frida: divorce lawyer, cynic and secret descendant of the immortal love god Eros. She's about to have a really bad day . . . When a handsome but clearly delusional man named Dan bursts into Frida's office and insists that she is fated to save the world, she has him ejected faster than you can say 'prenup'. But a creepy meeting, a demon or three and one attempted kidnapping later, Frida is beginning to face the inconvenient truth: Dan is in fact The Oracle, the gods of Greek mythology are real and Frida herself appears to be everyone's only hope. The world is doomed. Bridget Jones by way of Neil Gaiman, this uplifting and laugh-out-loud story will change the way you look at love - and humanity - for ever.WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE GODS OF LOVE:'Smart, witty, and refreshingly - wilfully - free spirited. Mostyn's deft touch with dialogue and incident powers the story along. I loved it.' Netgalley reviewer'I really enjoyed this magical adventure, some really fun ideas about mankind and the search for love. The references to classic mythology were nicely done and the whole thing works well.' Waterstones Bookseller'One of my top reads for 2018, and I will look forward to more from Nicola Mostyn . . . I have found a new favourite author to add to my all-time favourites list!' Netgalley reviewer'More fantasy than romance. More gods than love. Grabs you in the first chapter and doesn't let go for the next three hundred pages.' Waterstones reviewer'A super-heroine story for the modern age' Amazon reviewer
The Love Delusion: a sharp, witty, thought-provoking fantasy for our time
by Nicola MostynLOVE IS . . . A MYTH?That's the belief of Frida McKenzie, devoted member of The Love Delusion movement, determined to cure humans of our ridiculous obsession with love.But there's something she's forgotten...When Frida finds a mysterious picture of herself with a man she barely knows, the certainties she has about her world begin to unravel.What are the sinister roots of the cult that seems to have gripped humanity? Why can't she remember anything about her life before - including the strange(ly attractive) man in that picture? And just when exactly did she take up fantasy role play?As a battle approaches that's been millennia in the making, it's beginning to look like there's only one question that really matters: if love conquers all, what happens when it's gone? Praise for The Gods of Love'A proper page-turner! Suspenseful, mysterious, spooky and witty - and great fun' Justin Myers, author of The Last Romeo'Adventurous, magical, and very, very funny!' Emma Jane Unsworth, author of Animals
A Week at The Shore: a breathtaking, unputdownable story about family secrets
by Barbara DelinskyTHE BRAND NEW NOVEL FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR'Fans of Jodi Picoult will love this' Daily Express'Warm, rich, textured and impossible to put down' Nora Roberts'If you're a fan of Jodi Picoult you'll love this thoughtful read' Woman's WayONE FAMILY. SEVEN DAYS. A LIFE-CHANGING DISCOVERY . . .It's been twenty years since Mallory left home, running from the scandal that tore her family apart and ended her relationship with her first love. But now her father is sick, and Mallory, along with her estranged sisters, must return to the lives they left behind . . .Soon after her arrival, Mallory bumps into Jack, the only man she's ever loved and the reason she left town. Jack is different now, no longer the rebel she once knew, but as much as the pair wish to reconnect, the secrets that tore them apart decades ago continue to divide them.While caring for her father and trying to repair her rocky relationship with her sisters, Mallory, with Jack's help, chases down answers about the scandal that separated them. Could it be that the truth they're seeking lies much closer to home?PRAISE FOR BARBARA DELINSKY:'A poignant family story' Daily Express'Delinsky is an expert at portraying strong women characters' Booklist'A compelling, emotional read' Sadie Pearse, author of This Child of Ours
Secrets in Death: An Eve Dallas thriller (Book 45) (In Death #45)
by J. D. RobbNo one is going to miss Larinda Mars. A ruthless gossip queen with a lucrative sideline in blackmail, there's no lack of suspects when she's murdered in a fashionable New York bar. With so many people wanting her dead, it's going to be a tough case to crack.Lieutenant Eve Dallas may not like this particular victim, but it's her duty to bring the killer to justice. As she digs deeper into Larinda's mysterious past, it becomes clear the reporter had a unique talent for uncovering secrets. Including ones very close to home for Eve and her husband Roarke... Someone was willing to commit murder to keep their secrets hidden. And with Eve now working to uncover the truth, she and her team are heading into serious danger.
The Food Effect Diet: Eat More, Weigh Less, Look and Feel Better
by Michelle BraudeAS SEEN IN THE TIMES.LOSE AT LEAST 6LBS IN FOUR WEEKS WITHOUT GIVING UP CARBS, ALCOHOL OR CHOCOLATEThe Food Effect Diet is a simple, delicious and satisfying way of eating that sheds weight, boosts energy, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. It also gives you glowing skin, increased brain power and optimal health and vitality.A perfect antidote to faddy, restrictive crash diets that don't work over the long-term, The Food Effect Diet promises a minimum weight loss of 6lbs in four weeks, while allowing you to eat carbs, good fats, wheat, gluten and dairy. Followers of the diet can also drink alcohol and eat chocolate - the only significant 'no no' is red meat.As well as a detailed programme for the four-week 'attack' phase, the book will include menu plans which can be adapted to suit different taste preferences, lifestyles and nutritional needs; over 70 delicious and easy recipes; and easy-to-follow food tables to guide your choices for each food group.
The Food Effect Diet: Eat More, Weigh Less, Look and Feel Better
by Dr Michelle BraudeAS SEEN IN THE TIMES.LOSE AT LEAST 6LBS IN FOUR WEEKS WITHOUT GIVING UP CARBS, ALCOHOL OR CHOCOLATEThe Food Effect Diet is a simple, delicious and satisfying way of eating that sheds weight, boosts energy, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. It also gives you glowing skin, increased brain power and optimal health and vitality.A perfect antidote to faddy, restrictive crash diets that don't work over the long-term, The Food Effect Diet promises a minimum weight loss of 6lbs in four weeks, while allowing you to eat carbs, good fats, wheat, gluten and dairy. Followers of the diet can also drink alcohol and eat chocolate - the only significant 'no no' is red meat.As well as a detailed programme for the four-week 'attack' phase, the book will include menu plans which can be adapted to suit different taste preferences, lifestyles and nutritional needs; over 70 delicious and easy recipes; and easy-to-follow food tables to guide your choices for each food group.
What She Knew
by Gilly MacmillanFrom New York Times bestselling author Gilly Macmillan, a gripping psychological thriller about a missing child and how the public can turn on a mother following a single, momentary mistake. <P>Rachel Jenner turned her back for a moment. Now her eight-year-old son Ben is missing. <P>But what really happened that fateful afternoon? <P>Caught between her personal tragedy and a public who have turned against her, there is nobody left who Rachel can trust. But can the nation trust Rachel? <P><b>A New York Times Bestseller</b> <P>The clock is ticking to find Ben alive.
What She Knew: The worldwide bestseller from the Richard & Judy Book Club author
by Gilly Macmillan'Amazing, gripping, beautifully written' Liane Moriarty The nail-biting debut thriller from the Sunday Times and Richard and Judy bestselling author of The Nanny.___________________Rachel Jenner turned her back for a moment. Now her eight-year-old son Ben is missing.But what really happened that fateful afternoon?Caught between her personal tragedy and a public who have turned against her, there is nobody left who Rachel can trust. But can the nation trust Rachel?The clock is ticking to find Ben alive.WHOSE SIDE ARE YOU ON?___________________PRAISE FOR THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER . . .'Kept me up late into the night (and scared the life out of me)' LIANE MORIARTY'Deceptively clever. I found myself racing through to find out what happened' ROSAMUND LUPTON'One of the brightest debuts I have read this year' DAILY MAIL'A nail-biting, sleep-depriving, brilliant read' SASKIA SARGINSON'Electrifyingly . . . an absolute firecracker of a thriller. A must read' SUNDAY MIRROR'A very clever, tautly-plotted page-turner' GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'You won't rest until you know what happened' LISA BALLANTYNE***Previously published as BURNT PAPER SKY***
So Good They Can't Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion In The Quest For Work You Love
by Cal NewportCal Newport's clearly-written manifesto flies in the face of conventional wisdom by suggesting that it should be a person's talent and skill - and not necessarily their passion - that determines their career path. Newport, who graduated from Dartmouth College (Phi Beta Kappa) and earned a PhD. from MIT, contends that trying to find what drives us, instead of focusing on areas in which we naturally excel, is ultimately harmful and frustrating to job seekers.The title is a direct quote from comedian Steve Martin who, when once asked why he was successful in his career, immediately replied: "Be so good they can't ignore you" and that's the main basis for Newport's book. Skill and ability trump passion. Inspired by former Apple CEO Steve Jobs' famous Stanford University commencement speech in which Jobs urges idealistic grads to chase their dreams, Newport takes issue with that advice, claiming that not only is thsi advice Pollyannish, but that Jobs himself never followed his own advice.From there, Newport presents compelling scientific and contemporary case study evidence that the key to one's career success is to find out what you do well, where you have built up your 'career capital,' and then to put all of your efforts into that direction.
The 10-Day MBA: A step-by-step guide to mastering the skills taught in top business schools
by Steven Silbiger'Anyone who has ever wished they attended a top-ten MBA school now has an alternative. Silbiger's The 10-Day MBA. It distils the basics of a top MBA programme. It's interesting, informative and certainly cheaper. I recommend it!' Tom Fischgrund, author of The Insider's Guide to the Top Ten Business SchoolsA business classic, The 10-Day MBA provides an invaluable guide for all the people who do not have the time or resources to take a full-time business degree, or who require a short revision aid. Internationally acclaimed, this carefully structured and easy-to-read course will enable you to understand the concepts and jargon used in the business world without having to leave your desk. Here is your chance to become familiar with the key tools and theories taught at Harvard and Stanford and other leading business schools - in just ten days!
Promise Not To Tell
by Jayne Ann Krentz'Another complex, compelling romantic suspense novel from a queen of the genre' Kirkus ReviewsA broken promise reveals a terrifying legacy in this electrifying novel from the New York Times bestselling author of When All the Girls Have Gone.A painter of fiery, nightmarish visions throws herself into the sea - but she leaves her secrets behind . . . Virginia Troy spent her childhood years in a cult. One night, a lethal fire tore through the compound, changing the world she knew forever. Since then she has worked hard to put her childhood behind her, and now owns a gallery in Seattle. But when one of her artists commits suicide, leaving behind a painting filled with deadly clues, Virginia is set upon a path that will make her doubt everything about the so-called suicide - and her own past . . .Like Virginia, private investigator Cabot Sutter was one of the children in the cult who survived that fire . . . and only he can help her now. Thrown into an inferno of desire and deception, Virginia and Cabot draw ever closer to the mystery of their shared memories - and the shocking fate of the one man who still wields the power to destroy everything they hold dear.An electrifying thriller with the darkest of secrets at its heart, this is perfect for fans of Nora Roberts or Sandra Brown'The master of romantic suspense . . . Krentz dives into sociopathic psychology and complex characterization to great effect in this twisty story, whose plot clips along at a terrific pace' BookPage
Untouchable
by Jayne Ann KrentzJack Lancaster spends his nights dreaming of fire. After nearly burning to death in his childhood home, he resolved to hunt down the man responsible - the charismatic cult leader known as Quinton Zane. Twenty years later, Jack is a renowned FBI consultant, known for his almost preternatural ability to get inside the killer's head. But the more cases he solves, the deeper he slips into the darkness - and the more his still unresolved past begins to torment him. His only solace is Winter Meadows, a hypnotist who's helping Jack decode his mysterious dreams. But when Winter falls into danger at the hands of an old enemy, they are brought together as more than just therapist and client. Meanwhile, the one man whose dark legacy continues to haunt Jack is nearer than they think - and more powerful than ever.A feverish, suspenseful read with a smouldering secret at its heart, perfect for fans of Nora Roberts and Melinda Leigh.Here's what other readers had to say about Untouchable'A couple to root for, a tiny hint of the supernatural, a page-burning plot . . . a sexy, heart-warming romance' Kirkus Reviews'For the sake of full disclosure, I haven't read the first two books in the series. But let me assure you, I didn't feel left in the dark while reading Untouchable - and neither will you. It's a complicated, suspenseful novel that also delivers a riveting romance' NPR 'A satisfying, fast-paced end to Krentz's arsonist series' People'A delightful blend of dry wit, crackling chemistry, and edgy suspense' Book Wyrm'A wonderfully written story that keeps us engrossed from start to finish' The Reading Cafe'An easy-read and engaging romantic suspense' Delighted Reader'Wow what an absolutely perfect way to end this series . . . An engrossing page-turner that flows smoothly' Fresh Fiction Join these readers in discovering the dark, romantic thrill of Untouchable
The Other Lady Vanishes
by Amanda QuickIn the second installment of her new series, Jayne Ann Krentz/Amanda Quick takes us back to California, where Hollywood moguls and stars seeking privacy for scandalous trysts and wild parties come together in the glitzy set of the 1930s. . .The New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Knew Too Much sweeps readers back to 1930s California - where the most dazzling of illusions can't hide the darkest secrets . . . After escaping from a private sanitarium, Adelaide Blake arrives in Burning Cove, California, desperate to start over. Working at a herbal tea shop puts her on the radar of those who frequent the seaside resort town: Hollywood movers and shakers always in need of hangover cures and tonics. One such customer is Jake Truett, a recently widowed businessman in town for a therapeutic rest. But unbeknownst to Adelaide, his exhaustion is just a cover. In Burning Cove, no one is who they seem. Behind facades of glamour and power hide drug dealers, gangsters and grifters. Into this make-believe world comes psychic to the stars Madame Zolanda. Adelaide and Jake know better than to fall for her kind of con. But when the medium becomes a victim of her own dire prediction and is killed, they're drawn into a murky world of duplicity and misdirection. Neither Adelaide nor Jake can predict that in the shadowy underground they'll find connections to the woman Adelaide used to be - and uncover the spectre of a killer who's been real all along . . .
Tightrope
by Amanda Quick'A master storyteller' The Huffington Post*New York Times bestselling author*An unconventional woman and a man shrouded in mystery race against a killer . . . Trapeze artist Amalie Vaughn moved to Burning Cove to reinvent herself, but things are not going well. After spending her inheritance on a mansion with the intention of turning it into a bed-and-breakfast, she learns too late that the property is said to be cursed. And when her first guest, Dr. Norman Pickwell, is found murdered, rumours about the curse grow even louder . . .Meanwhile, infamous gangster Matthias Jones is on the trail of a groundbreaking cipher machine. He suspects that Pickwell stole the device and planned to sell it. But now Pickwell is dead and the machine has vanished. When Matthias's investigation leads him to Amalie's front door, the attraction between them is dangerously intense. Amalie and Matthias must decide if they can trust each other and the passion that binds them, because time is running out. Praise for Tightrope:'Quick's ambitious novel, set during the golden age of Hollywood, sparkles with wit and clever plotting' Publishers Weekly'Sexy . . . clever, fun' Kirkus ReviewsReaders are saying it's . . .'Sizzling''Delightful''A wonderful tale'
Superherbs: The best adaptogens to reduce stress and improve health, beauty and wellness
by Rachel Landon'This is the herbal guide book for modern life - with easy recipes, practical tips and pearls of wisdom - it's the perfect companion to help you use powerful herbs in a modern way.' Anabel Kindersley, co-founder of Neal's Yard RemediesTurmeric, matcha, bee pollen, ashwagandha, astragalus. Often called 'nature's miracles', superherbs, or adaptogens, help the body adapt to the stresses of life, whether emotional, environmental or immune related. We've all been informed about superfoods and the nutrients they pack, but superherbs do more than deliver vitamins and nutrition - they help to improve overall health to bring the body back to equilibrium.Featuring twenty of the most easy-to-source and use adaptogens, Superherbs will teach you the history of these ancient herbs, how each can help us in mind, body, beauty and spirit, and ten ways that we can incorporate them into our lives including recipes, teas, tonics, and DIY beauty regimes. Superherbs will help you find the best ways to de-stress, relieve anxiety, reduce inflammation and so much more, all in a healthy, natural way.
F*cked: Being Sexually Explorative and Self-Confident in a World That's Screwed
by Krystyna Hutchinson Corinne FisherAn Uncensored Conversation About Sex and Self from the Creators of the Top-Rated Guys We F*cked: The Anti Slut-Shaming Podcast'They are the voices of a new generation of women for whom no sexual encounter is off limits' Times MagazineComedians Corinne Fisher and Krystyna Hutchinson started Guys We F*cked: The Anti Slut-Shaming Podcast in 2013, intending to interview guys they'd slept with to learn more about themselves and squash the stigma so often associated with sexual women. As the podcast grew, and Corinne and Krystyna got to know their fans, stories of sexual assault, verbal and emotional abuse and crippling shame became common topics of discussion along with those humorous conversations highlighting overall sexual confusion among many adults. The podcast is now a community of over a million listeners worldwide and a place where any and all taboo sex topics are discussed freely, both with celebrity guests and the real people in their lives.F*cked follows that model, as Corinne and Krystyna bring a mix of raw, ridiculous and serious sexual conversation to the page that will include topics like:· Why shame is completely made up and how we can stop giving into it· Sexual exploration and how it sometimes ends in a trip to A&E· Stuff we should stop doing: Snooping, nitpicking our bodies, and faking orgasms· Asking your sexual partner uncomfortable questions· How to get yourself out of an unsafe situation· Masturbation, threesomes, porn, sex toys, butt stuff and much, much moreThis is a guide to love and sex for anyone who has ever felt afraid to be their authentic sexual self. It won't talk down to you or coddle you, because you're better than that. Despite what Rom-Coms and glossy magazines tell you, you can handle sexual exploration without the assistance of a man, a glass of rosé, or a Xanax-and more importantly, you're fine all by yourself.
Chair Yoga: Sit, Stretch, and Strengthen Your Way to a Happier, Healthier You
by Kristin McGeeEveryone knows that sitting down for long periods of time increases the risk of disability, diabetes and heart disease. Now you can do something about it with the help of Chair Yoga!With over 100 seated yoga poses Chair Yoga is the perfect handbook for office workers and older people who want to practice yoga. These simple exercises will help to strengthen and stretch your body whilst relaxing your mind and regulating your breathing.Divided into chapters organised by body part, celebrity yoga instructor Kristin McGee will guide you through each pose with step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow photosFeel the mental and physical effects of chair yoga every day and embrace the calmer, healthier, happier you.
Next to Never
by Penelope Douglas'As gripping as it was sexy!' - Colleen HooverNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Penelope Douglas returns to her Falling Away series, introducing the next generation in her brand new novella, Next to Never.Under the close watch of the men in her family, Quinn Caruthers has found it nearly impossible to spread her wings - or even date - without her three older brothers, Jared, Madoc and Jaxon, jumping in to hover. And when a family friend - several years older - from her childhood still holds her heart, she knows they're going to be a problem. Lucas Morrow is a man, and knowing her brothers, he may as well be forbidden. But years ago, Lucas left town and shows no signs of returning. Quinn knows she shouldn't wait for him anymore.Until a package turns up on her doorstep with no return address and its contents reveal family secrets that threaten to turn her world upside down. She's never asked about the path of her parents' romantic history, but she soon learns their happy marriage had a very rocky and passionate start. As she starts to see things around her with new eyes, Quinn will have to make tough choices about whether she'll keep waiting . . . or finally go after what she really wants.
The Model Method: Recipes, HIIT and Pilates Exercises for Lifelong, Balanced Wellness
by Hollie Grant'Hollie Grant, trainer to Deliciously Ella and Melissa Hemsley, is the new body coach on the block' Style'The Model Method's effective combination of recipes and workouts will leave you feeling stronger, healthier and happier. Hollie is one of the best task-masters on the fitness scene, with a refreshing, balanced approach' Sweaty BettyNourish, sweat and strengthen your way to lifelong wellness with award-winning Pilates instructor and chef Hollie Grant's balanced recipes and workouts.Hollie started The Model Method online plan after years of teaching her private clients so anyone can carry out the plan, anywhere. This beautiful book will follow on from the plan, showing the reader how to Nourish, Sweat and Strengthen for a healthier, stronger lifestyle. Nourish will provide readers with delicious and balanced recipes with easy-to-source ingredients to encourage readers to eat from all the food groups unless medically advised not to. As a former chef Hollie is strongly against 'diets' and feels that we should eat to nourish our bodies, not starve them. The Sweat part of the plan will be split into three key areas of the body so that the workout can be personalised to the readers' goals or weaknesses. All the workouts will include elements of both Pilates and HIIT. Pilates is amazing at toning and fixing postural issues but does not address the incredible health benefits you tend to only get from HIIT (including reduced risk of diabetes, heart disease and obesity). Strengthen provides Pilates exercises and descriptions of technique, progressions and regressions, muscles activated and why you would carry out that exercise. The book is designed to be personalised so will also teach the reader about their body, posture types and muscle imbalances, and which Pilates technique would be best for them.Above all, The Model Method is about how our bodies function and perform, rather than how they look, in order to encourage a healthy relationship with food and exercise.