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'A mouth-watering read, in more ways than one! I was thoroughly absorbed by Elle and Nicky's story, as well as by Rae's smart, sensitive writing. A novel to open, devour and enjoy!' Laura Starkey, author of The Spare Room. Can a player on the court be a keeper at home? Elle's love language is food. But finding the right kind of work in her industry is difficult. After multiple different stints and temporary work, she lands her dream role: a personal chef to huge tennis star, Nicky Salco. It's just a bonus that he's handsome and athleticbut totally off limits. The pressure is on, and not just in the kitchen. As Nicky trains for hours on the court for Wimbledon, Elle treads carefully around his brutally judgemental fiance, while also trying to ignore her own boyfriend's cheating habits. But the temperature rises when Nicky's training leads him to get hungry late at night and Elle is the one tasked with keeping his belly full. Despite being worlds apart, their late night rendezvous seem to lead to more than they intended. Should they risk the lives they have already built, for the lives they truly want? A sizzling, forced-proximity sporting romance that fans of Hannah Grace and Ali Hazelwood will fall head over heels for. Readers are obsessed with Love Game: 'Love Game was the perfect spicy summer read...Emma's writing style is very enjoyable! Great characters and a lovely bit of escapism.' Margie the Hun 'I adored Love Gameso much so I devoured the whole novel in one sitting.' Reader Review 'I cannot stop thinking about this book, I must be in my sports romance era...I absolutely loved this! What a whirlwind romance!' Reader Review 'A great love story...you won't be disappointed.' Reader Review 'If you love tennis and romance this is the book for you.' Reader Review 'I'm a huuuuge fan of sports romances and I absolutely loved this one!! it was so refreshing to read a sports romance that wasn't about hockey or baseball...a fun and flirty read.' Reader Review 'A tennis superstar paired with his new personal chef; this love story was delicious! My mouth watered not only over Elle's delicious meals but also over Nicky Salco himself.' Reader Review 'This book has stayed in my mind for quite some time after reading it, very much the mark of an outstanding book.' Reader Review 'The connection between Nicky and Elle really got me! There were sweet, spicy and even funny moments.' Reader Review 'This one got me hooked. I finished the book in one sitting.' Reader Review <br><br> Autorid: Emma Rae <br>

'Loved it!... I found myself wishing Clove Lore was a real place so I could live there!' Reader Review Can she write her perfect love story? Austen Archer is on her dream solo bookselling holiday, the new 'borrower' at the Borrow-A-Bookshop in Devon's Clove Lore. While she has always loved poetry, her words have dried up since being fired by her last boss, bestselling author, Callista Flyte, a year ago. Austen distracts herself with the Borrow-A-Bookshop, as well as her flirty online exchanges with an anonymous Parisian bookseller. Hiding from the world, Austen doesn't notice that wedding planner, Patti, is falling for her and is too afraid to admit that she feels the chemistry too. But as Patti and Austen grow closer, culminating in a magical day at the wildflower meadow, can Clove Lore work its customary magic and bring the two together? And will Austen find the confidence to risk her heart and write again? Readers are falling for Love Letters at the Borrow A Bookshop: 'By far one of my favourite books I've read this year I loved every minute.' Reader Review 'If you want a cosy romance in a beautiful setting, then I 100% recommend this book.' Reader Review 'This series just keeps getting better and better.' Reader Review 'Each bookshop book has whisked me away to a beautiful place where books, comfort and love are paramount such a heartwarming book' Reader Review 'Probably one of the loveliest stories I've read in a while.' Reader Review 'It feels like a cosy blanket wrapped round me.' Reader Review 'The author is so good at describing the small village of Clove Lore that you want to get lost in its streets.' Reader Review 'I do love this series, the characters are so funny and interesting.' Reader Review 'Reading these books feels like coming home to your own family with lots of love, hope and happiness.' Reader Review 'It was a joy to be back in this community and I was left with another smile on my face.' Reader Review 'I love this so much. It gives me pure joy when I read the book.' Reader Review <br><br> Autorid: Kiley Dunbar <br>

'It's sweet, it's sexy, it's funny. I enjoyed it so much' MARIAN KEYES 'I adored this hot and hilarious love story... Do not go on holiday without it' ROSIE WALSH 'Funny, charming and clever, The Love Library is pure magic' JANE CASEY 'Sexy, sizzling hot perfection' CRESSIDA McLAUGHLIN 'So original, so funny, so satisfying - I LOVE this book!' FREYA NORTH 'Brilliant, magical, I couldn't put it down!' LUCY VINE 'Every book lover's dream. I loved it' LAURA WOOD 'An absolute romp of a read' KIRSTY GREENWOOD What if you could date your favourite book boyfriend? "All loans are at the borrower's own risk..." After a series of dating disasters, Tess Hardy wonders if she'll ever find the man of her dreams - or if he only exists on the pages of her favourite novels. So when she's invited to visit The Love Library, a 200-hundred-year-old institution which promises dates with her favourite romantic heroes in real life, Tess can't resist! But handsome head librarian Gabe Sharma seems grumpily determined to keep the library under lock and key. And as soon as Tess steps into the beautiful building crammed full of books, she realises why - it's not just dust in the air... it's magic. Here she really can grab drinks with Heathcliff, dine with Rochester and cosy up to her one true literary love, Darcy. There's just one problem: Gabe. He's determined to sabotage all of Tess's dates! And why is it that she has more fun fighting with Gabe than flirting with any of her book-bound suitors...? Heartwarming, hot and hilarious, The Love Library is a must-read for anyone who wishes they could step into the pages of their favourite book. Perfect for fans of Ashley Poston, Lucy Jane Wood and Kirsty Greenwood. **Praise for Sarra Manning** 'Romantic, funny, sweet and sexy' MARIAN KEYES 'A very swoony, sexy, warm read' CESCA MAJOR 'Emotional and profound and so so hot' SOPHIE IRWIN 'Funny and sexy and rips along' FREYA NORTH 'Sexy, bittersweet and romantic' LINDSEY KELK 'Funny and filled with emotion' BETH O'LEARY <br><br> Autorid: Sarra Manning <br>

Hollywood movies are Beth's passion. She hopes her life will always be filled with 'movie moments', where things like serendipity and fate happen every day. Her boyfriend Danny has always been the embodiment of her perfect Hollywood hero - though after seven years together the initial silver-screen romance has settled into something more predictable. And then, one morning at work, Beth receives an anonymous delivery of a take-out coffee cup with a cryptic message suggesting a meeting at Tiffany's. From there, she is given a series of clues directing her to some of NYC's most popular landmarks - a treasure hunt using unique rom-com-related prompts perfect for a movie-lover like Beth to decipher. And Beth is forced to wonder: has Danny realised their relationship needs a boost - or could it be that charming new work colleague Ryan, with his intense gaze, flirtatious smile and almost encyclopaedic movie knowledge, wants to sweep her off her feet? And how would she feel about taking a chance on a new leading man in her life? <br><br> Autorid: Melissa Hill <br>

Love, Victor is now a major TV series on Dinsey+, set in the world of the hit film Love, Simon A gorgeously romantic new novella set in the world of Becky Albertalli's bestselling and beloved Simonverse novels: Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, The Upside of Unrequited, and Leah on the Offbeat. It's been more than a year since Simon and Blue turned their anonymous online flirtation into an IRL relationship, and just a few months since Abby and Leah's unforgettable night at senior prom. Now the Creekwood High crew are first years at different colleges, navigating friendship and romance the way their story began - on email. The beloved, award-winning novel, SIMON VS THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA is now a major motion picture starring 13 Reasons Why's Katherine Langford and Everything, Everything's Nick Robinson. Praise for Becky Albertalli's SIMONverse novels: 'Worthy of Fault in Our Stars-level obsession.' Entertainment Weekly 'I love you, SIMON. I LOVE YOU! And I love this fresh, funny, live-out-loud book." Jennifer Niven, bestselling author of All the Bright Places, on Simon vs 'I have such a crush on this book! Not only is this one a must read, but it's a must re-read.' Julie Murphy, New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin' 'Heart-fluttering, honest, and hilarious. I can't stop hugging this book.' Stephanie Perkins, New York Times bestselling author of Anna and the French Kiss <br><br> Autorid: Becky Albertalli <br>

Love, Victor is now a major TV series on Dinsey+, set in the world of the hit film Love, SimonA gorgeously romantic new novella set in the world of Becky Albertalli's bestselling and beloved Simonverse novels: Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, The Upside of Unrequited, and Leah on the Offbeat.It's been more than a year since Simon and Blue turned their anonymous online flirtation into an IRL relationship, and just a few months since Abby and Leah's unforgettable night at senior prom.Now the Creekwood High crew are first years at different colleges, navigating friendship and romance the way their story began - on email.The beloved, award-winning novel, SIMON VS THE HOMO SAPIENS AGENDA is now a major motion picture starring 13 Reasons Why's Katherine Langford and Everything, Everything's Nick Robinson.Praise for Becky Albertalli's SIMONverse novels:'Worthy of Fault in Our Stars-level obsession.' Entertainment Weekly'I love you, SIMON. I LOVE YOU! And I love this fresh, funny, live-out-loud book." Jennifer Niven, bestselling author of All the Bright Places, on Simon vs'I have such a crush on this book! Not only is this one a must read, but it's a must re-read.' Julie Murphy, New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin"Heart-fluttering, honest, and hilarious. I can't stop hugging this book.' Stephanie Perkins, New York Times bestselling author of Anna and the French Kiss

"A bilingual edition of 31 dialogues by the famous sixteenth-century Italian actress and author Isabella Andreini, composed to serve as modules to be developed by performers in extemporaneous commedia dell'arte productions"-- Witty and dynamic lovers’ dialogues for the stage. The actress and author Isabella Andreini won international renown playing the bold, versatile, and intellectual inamorata of the commedia dell’arte. After her death, her husband Francesco Andreini continued publishing her works, among them the thirty-one amorosi contrasti—or lovers’ debates— presented in this volume. Available in English for the first time, Lovers' Debates enables readers to envision the commedia dell’arte through the words of its most revered diva. Lovers flirt boldly, trade bawdy insults, exhibit their learning, and drive each other mad in stage dialogues that showcase Isabella’s skill in composition and drama. Sparkling with wit and bursting with dynamic energy, these brilliant lovers’ dialogues for the stage hold strong appeal not only for specialists in early modern literature and women’s studies, but for enthusiasts, scholars, and practitioners of classic and contemporary theatre. <br><br> Autorid: Isabella Andreini, Pamela Allen Brown, Julie D. Campbell, Eric Nicholson <br>

I'm supposed to be writing a spicy ice hockey romance - not living one. But not falling into the hot, grumpy ice hockey captain's bed is proving to be impossible . . . I came to Moonshot, Montana, for research. The plan was simple: learn the basics, write the book and then go back home. But now I'm living in hockey captain Nick Galaxy's guesthouse, even though he says he has zero interest in helping anyone write a love story - especially one about him. I eventually convince the grumpiest man in the world to help me, and step one is Nick teaching me how to skate. But the more time we spend together, the harder it is to pretend this is all just fiction. Now he's acting jealous when his teammates flirt with me, and being so gentle with me on the ice. He's even including me in his family, and Nick and his son are making it impossible for me to remember I'm supposed to just be passing through. And then one steamy night in the cabin changes everything. Suddenly, the line between research and real-life isn't just blurry - it's been crossed completely. It just might be the lucky shot we both need, if we don't fall short of the goal line . . . An absolutely addictive ice hockey romance that you will fall in love with! Fans of Off Campus, Hannah Grace and Stephanie Archer will be hooked. ???? Single Dad???? Romance Author???? Close Proximity???? Grumpy x SunshineReaders are obsessed with Lucky Shot:'Omggggggg THIS WAS SO CUTE!!!! I loved it so much. I just adored all of the characters so much!! NICKKKKKK, okay, book husband!' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'WOW!... I LOVE NICK AND RUBY SO MUCH!!!!... I don't mind admitting I shed some tears!' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'OMG I loved them so much... sweet, swoon-worthy, and so steamy. I was giggling and kicking my feet the entire time.' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'OBSESSED... every second I could I was reaching for this!... when these two finally give in ????!!!!' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'SO CUTE!... loved... I found myself grinning/giggling... I loved it so much.' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'Had me SO GIDDY ????... adored... absolutely LOVED.' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'The way this book had me kicking my feet giggling - when was the last time I felt this way while reading??? FIVE STARS... all the side characters in this book were *chefs kiss*.' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'Ahhhhh how freaking good was this!!! Binge read in one day! Infinity stars ?... one of my favourite hockey romances.' Goodreads reviewer, ?????'I had a permanent smile on my face the entire time I read this book... deliciously perfect, I just couldn't get enough!... Ruby and Nick were electric together... perfection... I am completely obsessed.' Goodreads reviewer, ?????

I'm supposed to be writing a spicy ice hockey romance - not living one. But not falling into the hot, grumpy ice hockey captain's bed is proving to be impossible . . . I came to Moonshot, Montana, for research. The plan was simple: learn the basics, write the book and then go back home. But now I'm living in hockey captain Nick Galaxy's guesthouse, even though he says he has zero interest in helping anyone write a love story - especially one about him. I eventually convince the grumpiest man in the world to help me, and step one is Nick teaching me how to skate. But the more time we spend together, the harder it is to pretend this is all just fiction. Now he's acting jealous when his teammates flirt with me, and being so gentle with me on the ice. He's even including me in his family, and Nick and his son are making it impossible for me to remember I'm supposed to just be passing through. And then one steamy night in the cabin changes everything. Suddenly, the line between research and real-life isn't just blurry - it's been crossed completely. It just might be the lucky shot we both need, if we don't fall short of the goal line . . . An absolutely addictive ice hockey romance that you will fall in love with! Fans of Off Campus, Hannah Grace and Stephanie Archer will be hooked. ???? Single Dad ???? Romance Author ???? Close Proximity ???? Grumpy x Sunshine Readers are obsessed with Lucky Shot: 'Omggggggg THIS WAS SO CUTE!!!! I loved it so much. I just adored all of the characters so much!! NICKKKKKK, okay, book husband!' Goodreads reviewer, 'WOW!... I LOVE NICK AND RUBY SO MUCH!!!!... I don't mind admitting I shed some tears!' Goodreads reviewer, 'OMG I loved them so much... sweet, swoon-worthy, and so steamy. I was giggling and kicking my feet the entire time.' Goodreads reviewer, 'OBSESSED... every second I could I was reaching for this!... when these two finally give in ????!!!!' Goodreads reviewer, 'SO CUTE!... loved... I found myself grinning/giggling... I loved it so much.' Goodreads reviewer, 'Had me SO GIDDY ????... adored... absolutely LOVED.' Goodreads reviewer, 'The way this book had me kicking my feet giggling - when was the last time I felt this way while reading??? FIVE STARS... all the side characters in this book were *chefs kiss*.' Goodreads reviewer, 'Ahhhhh how freaking good was this!!! Binge read in one day! Infinity stars ... one of my favourite hockey romances.' Goodreads reviewer, 'I had a permanent smile on my face the entire time I read this book... deliciously perfect, I just couldn't get enough!... Ruby and Nick were electric together... perfection... I am completely obsessed.' Goodreads reviewer, <br><br> Autorid: Rebecca Jenshak <br>

Haru is in trouble.War is brewing.And someone is hunting the minor gods to extinction.Tyche has tossed aside his hopes for a quiet life and teamed up with Prince Shey to save the dragon, stop the war, and protect his own kind.If he's lucky, the virgin god will finally get his first kiss and more from the very flirty prince.But that kiss has a price.Tyche will have to share some secrets he's had tucked away for thousands of years and put his life on the line to preserve the new family he has found.Will it be enough?WARNING: This book has a honking big cliffhanger. Are you brave enough to face it? Don't come crying to me when it smacks you. (insert author wagging finger)Mad Dragon of Chaos is the second book in the Forgotten Gods trilogy. This spin-off from the Godstone Saga will include royalty on the run, dragons, gods, magic, secrets, danger, angst, found family, forbidden romance, slow-burn romance, friend to lovers, two romantic couples, and a furious fight to keep the world from burning.

Biographies can be as various as human lives. And yet Magnificent Obsessions Saved My Life really is an outlier, a (auto)biography of a different kind that retraces milestones and turning points in the life of a post-war artist from a dysfunctional family, set against the backdrop of his 68 generations experiences of sexual liberation and his all too personal experience of two deadly pandemics: AIDS and Covid-19. But these biographical and historical elements of the authors life come to the fore in an ongoing dialogue with Hollywood classics, films dauteur, contemporary art and literature. For a work of cinematic or visual art amounts to nothing if it tells you nothing about your own life: film and art are always about what was and what could have been. Magnificent Obsessions takes up these existential questions in texts and images, including selections from Brunners impressive collection of movie stills and reproductions of his favorite art works. As in movies, people are the focus, the protagonists, of Brunners sometimes mordantly blunt and yet affectionate, sometimes almost tender writings. When he loses the love of his life, Swiss art dealer Thomas Ammann, to AIDS, he writes about their shared happiness so as not to be consumed by grief. He remembers the glamorous Elisabeth Bossard (Thema Selection), his lover for many years, and relates anecdotes from a flirtation in Venice with Edmund White, the American writer who became a friend. He recounts his love-hate relationship with Swiss filmmaker Daniel Schmid, replete with intimate glimpses of the late German filmmakers Rainer Werner Fassbinder and Werner Schroeter, their works and the whole scene around them. It was the film curator Brunner who brought the films of his friends John Waters and Andy Warhol to Switzerland early onbypassing the censors. Brunner knew the light and dark sides of the Dream Factory, but was always ready and willing to succumb yet again to its Imitation of Life, as Douglas Sirk titled one of his great melodramas. With a preface by Stefan Zweifel and an epilog by John Waters. <br><br> Autorid: Matthias Brunner <br>

One woman hiding in plain sight. Two men with secrets untold. Three souls with a need to be set free.VeronicaFor the past three years, I've been laying low. Present yet undetected. But now that I've made friends the media adores including two men who won't leave me alone, it's getting harder to stay in the shadows.Gabriel Ellis and Noah Adler represent everything I swore off. But when past threats arrive on my doorstep, their home becomes my sanctuary.Will I be able to keep the lines from blurring? Or will I go against my vows and send myself to the penalty box?GabrielLying to my friends and playing class clown has been easy, but now that Ronnie works for us and suspects my nightmarish past, my fake smiles begin to slip.What starts as innocent flirting quickly turns into more when keeping her safe becomes the goal. And as I watch my feisty Vixen face her demons, I find myself longing to do the same.NoahVeronica Masters was never meant to be more than a conquest. But the longer my Kitten is in our home, and her toughness begins to crack, the more I can't deny my feelings for her.However, when my own tragedy strikes and mistakes nearly turn deadly, skating back into position becomes mandatory as danger gets too close for comfort.Because this time, her life is at stake, and defending the goal is our only chance at happily ever after.Make Us Yours is a MFM pro hockey romance filled with swooning moments, friendly banter, lots of spice, a crazy found family, and a guaranteed happily ever after. It is book three in the Sticks and Stilettos series, and can be read as a standalone.

'We have all been more or less to blame ... every one of us, excepting Fanny'Taken from the poverty of her parents' home in Portsmouth, Fanny Price is brought up with her rich cousins at Mansfield Park, acutely aware of her humble rank and with her cousin Edmund as her sole ally. During her uncle's absence in Antigua, the Crawford's arrive in the neighbourhood bringing with them the glamour of London life and a reckless taste for flirtation. Mansfield Park is considered Jane Austen's first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound.

Taken from the poverty of her parents' home in Portsmouth, Fanny Price is brought up with her rich cousins at Mansfield Park, acutely aware of her humble rank and with her cousin Edmund as her sole ally. During her uncle's absence in Antigua, the Crawford's arrive in the neighbourhood bringing with them the glamour of London life and a reckless taste for flirtation. Mansfield Park is considered Jane Austen's first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

Part of Penguin's beautiful hardback Clothbound Classics series, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith, these delectable and collectible editions are bound in high-quality colourful, tactile cloth with foil stamped into the design. Taken from the poverty of her parents' home in Portsmouth, Fanny Price is brought up with her rich cousins at Mansfield Park, acutely aware of her humble rank and with her cousin Edmund as her sole ally. During her uncle's absence in Antigua, the Crawford's arrive in the neighbourhood bringing with them the glamour of London life and a reckless taste for flirtation. Mansfield Park is considered Jane Austen's first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound.

Part of Penguin's beautiful hardback Clothbound Classics series, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith, these delectable and collectible editions are bound in high-quality colourful, tactile cloth with foil stamped into the design. Taken from the poverty of her parents' home in Portsmouth, Fanny Price is brought up with her rich cousins at Mansfield Park, acutely aware of her humble rank and with her cousin Edmund as her sole ally. During her uncle's absence in Antigua, the Crawford's arrive in the neighbourhood bringing with them the glamour of London life and a reckless taste for flirtation. Mansfield Park is considered Jane Austen's first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound.

Part of Penguin's beautiful hardback Clothbound Classics series, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith, these delectable and collectible editions are bound in high-quality colourful, tactile cloth with foil stamped into the design. Taken from the poverty of her parents' home in Portsmouth, Fanny Price is brought up with her rich cousins at Mansfield Park, acutely aware of her humble rank and with her cousin Edmund as her sole ally. During her uncle's absence in Antigua, the Crawford's arrive in the neighbourhood bringing with them the glamour of London life and a reckless taste for flirtation. Mansfield Park is considered Jane Austen's first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound. <br><br> Autorid: Jane Austen, Juliette Wells, Juliette Wells <br>

Artist Jed Martin emerges from a ten-year hiatus with good news. It has nothing to do with his broken boiler, the approach of another lamentably awkward Christmas dinner with his father or the memory of his doomed love affair with the beautiful Olga. It is that, for his new exhibition, he has secured the involvement of none other than celebrated novelist Michel Houellebecq. The exhibition brings Jed new levels of global fame. But, his boiler is still broken, his ailing father flirts with oblivion and, worst of all, he is contacted by an inspector requiring his help in solving an unspeakable, atrocious and gruesome crime, involving none other than celebrated novelist Michel Houellebecq... Shortlisted for the IMPAC Dublin Literary Award 2013. <br><br> Autorid: Michel Houellebecq <br>

I absolutely loved this I dont think Ive ever related to a story more I laughed and cried A really great read! Sade Sodipo is ready to meet the one and finally fulfil the Nigerian Dream. So far God hasnt performed that little miracle quite yet, but itll happen this year for sure. Especially if her mother, two best friends, younger sister and all those in the unofficial Marriage Monitoring Aunties Association, have anything to say about it. She might love her job, have great friends and even own her own home, but according to the meddling aunties, this is why shes still single at 50. What if her prayers for the perfect man have got lost? Or maybe Sades happy-ever-after is right on time A must read romance novel for anyone looking for inspirational, kisses-only romance which looks at themes of faith, culture, and love. Readers are loving The Marriage Monitoring Aunties Association: Oh give me more of these Aunties please. Can I shrink them and carry them in my pocket at all time to just bring out and make me cackle Adore this Fun, adorable and hilarious Touched all the good places in my soul I loved it so much 'A must-read for anyone who believes love doesnt have an expiration date' 'Sades story made me laugh, made me ache, and made me proud a feel-good, soul-touching story with Nigerian aunties, romance, and plenty of wahala. 'So funny and flirty!! Made me laugh, reflect, and cheer for a protagonist who chose herself and her values, even when it was hard. 'A soulful, engaging read with just the right amount of wahala. 'I loved how Nigerian it made me feel. It was all so relatable 'A warm, witty and refreshingly grown-up story about love, family and the pressures of cultural expectations A heartfelt and engaging read, full of charm and relatable moments. 'I absolutely loved this book. Im a 36 yr old Christian, 1st gen Nigerian in the USA, single woman and I dont think Ive ever related to a story more. 'Thats what I appreciated most about this story: its romantic, yes, but its also deeply grounded in self-respect, boundaries, and community. 'Sade is such a departure from typical characters in contemporary books she is a very successful Black woman who is 50. 'No ordinary love storySade's journey will strike a chord and the nerve of anyone who's done time in the singleton trenches. Chioma Okereke, author of Water Baby 'Utterly charmed by this poignant and witty exploration of love, singlehood, and the Nigerian matriarch.' Frances Mensah Williams 'Sometimes reflective, sometimes sobering, but always hopeful, The Marriage Minded Aunties Association is an artfully rendered celebration of love, heritage and the essence of belonging. Callie Browning, author of The Girl with the Hazel Eyes <br><br> Autorid: Ola Awonubi <br>

The brand new romcom from the USA Today bestselling author of Anywhere With You and Four Weekends and a Funeral, Ellie Palmer "The romance is perfection. An absolutely gorgeous book. Ellie Palmer nailed it. Laurie Gilmore, #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE PUMPKIN SPICE CAFÉ Another knockout hit from Ellie Palmer. Charming, big-hearted, and sexythis is a must-read for fans of marriage of convenience or forced proximity. I loved this! Hannah Bonam-Young, New York Times bestselling author Married with Benefits is smart, quippy, and so much fun. This was my first book of Ellies and will not be my last. Julie Olivia, USA Today bestselling author -- Their marriage of convenience should be been win-win, until feelings enter the mix and their situation becomes anything but convenient. . . When Lainey discovers that she has inadvertently squatted her way into owning one of the most notorious houses in modern architectural history, she realises this is the chance to escape her hometown that she has been waiting for. The problem is, the surrounding lakeside property has been willed to architect Elliot Hodges. Neither can rent or sell without reaching an agreement, so Elliot proposes an unconventional arrangement: marry him for health insurance and in exchange, shell allow him to rent the house until he can buy her out. It's a win-win situation. Or it would be, if Elliot wasn't the enemy. But living together shows Lainey a side of Elliot she never expected and, as the end date looms and their connection grows, Laineys not sure whats more terrifying: leaving Elliot behind or letting him in. Tropes: Marriage of convenience Forced proximity Opposites attract Small town romance Praise for Ellie Palmer: Ellie's voice is fresh and real. . . . I will read anything she ever writes. Tarah Dewitt, author of Funny Feelings Ellie Palmer writes romances that are pure magic! Naina Kumar, USA Today bestselling author of Flirting with Disaster Ellie Palmer is an elite emerging voice and an auto-buy author for me. Livy Hart, author of The Great Dating Fake Off <br><br> Autorid: Ellie Palmer <br>

When Bud, the founder of JP Sullivan’s, drops dead, everyone in the Sullivan family finds themselves doubting all they hold dear, in this unputdownable comedy of manners about three generations of a Chicago restaurant family and the deep-fried love that feeds them. "An irresistible comedy of manners about three generations of a Chicago restaurant family and the private jokes, ancient grudges, broken hearts, and deep, abiding love that feeds them all"-- An irresistible comedy of manners about three generations of a Chicago restaurant family and the deep-fried, beer-battered, cream cheese-frosted love that feeds them all—from the best-selling author of Girls in White Dresses “Laugh-out-loud funny, and deeply resonant to our times. I was so happy to be in the Sullivan family’s Chicago bar, caught in the swirl of three generations of grudges, love affairs and fraught personal decisions.”—Ann Napolitano, best-selling author of Dear EdwardHere are the three things the Sullivan family knows to be true: the Chicago Cubs will always be the underdogs; historical progress is inevitable; and their grandfather, Bud, founder of JP Sullivan’s, will always make the best burgers in Oak Park. But when, over the course of three strange months, the Cubs win the World Series, Trump is elected president, and Bud drops dead, suddenly everyone in the family finds themselves doubting all they hold dear. Take Gretchen for example, lead singer for a ’90s cover band who has been flirting with fame for a decade but is beginning to wonder if she’s too old to be chasing a childish dream. Or Jane, Gretchen’s older sister, who is starting to suspect that her fitness-obsessed husband who hides the screen of his phone isn’t always “working late.” And then there’s Teddy, their steadfast, unfailingly good cousin, nursing heartbreak and confusion because the guy who dumped him keeps showing up for lunch at JP Sullivan’s where Teddy is the manager. How can any of them be expected to make the right decisions when the world feels sideways—and the bartender at JP Sullivan’s makes such strong cocktails? Outrageously funny and wickedly astute, Marrying the Ketchups is a delicious confection by one of our most beloved authors.. <br><br> Autorid: Jennifer Close <br>

Master Professor is the first book in the enticing Lessons From The Rack series from Tara Sue Me, the New York Times bestselling author of the electrifying Submissive series. For fans of E. L. James, Sylvia Day, Maya Banks and Beth Kery. Students are begging to be held after class... Andie Lincoln is madly in love with Terrence Knight - her childhood friend-turned-Hollywood's newest golden boy. But he's a Dominant and wants her trained as a submissive before he'll consider a relationship with her. He enrolls her at the RACK Academy with strict instructions for her teachers: do whatever you need to, but don't take her virginity. Fulton Matthews, the director of incoming students, is enthralled by Andie. Though he questioned her enrollment at first, watching her discover her submissive nature is hotter than his most intense fantasy. Under his control, her sexual awakening brings him to his knees. Yet they can only go so far. Andie belongs to another and he's bound by a contract that strictly forbids relationships between teacher and student. But when Terrence comes to collect his prize, Fulton discovers it's not easy to let her go... Before there was the fan fiction that became Fifty Shades of Grey, there was The Submissive... Indulge in the series that started it all: The Submissive, The Dominant, The Training, The Chalet, The Enticement, The Collar, The Exhibitionist, The Master, The Claiming, The Exposure and The Flirtation. <br><br> Autorid: Tara Sue Me <br>

**THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ** 'Funny and frank, a chance to spend time with a brave and big-hearted woman who's grown up to be not so mean, after all' JENNIFER LARUE, WASHINGTON POST 'Grabs you by the collar and says listen to all that I have to say: about love, pain, motherhood, illness, celebrity and the tidal ferocity that pours through all our lives. Read it and be caught in the voice of one of our luminous stars' ESME WEIJUN WANG The first story Selma Blair Beitner ever heard about herself is that she was a mean, mean baby. Although Selma went on to become a celebrated Hollywood actress and model, she could never quite shake the periods of darkness that overtook her, the certainty that there was a great mystery at the heart of her life. Over the course of this beautiful and, at times, shocking memoir, Selma lays bare her addiction to alcohol, her devotion to her brilliant and complicated mother, and the moments she flirted with death. There is violence, love, true friendship, the gift of motherhood and, finally, the simultaneous devastation and surprising salvation of a multiple sclerosis diagnosis. 'A fascinating exploration about the power of prophecy, of labels, and of one woman's determination to defy them all. Blair is a rebel, an artist, and it turns out: a writer' GLENNON DOYLE 'I laughed out loud more than I cried' FRANCES RYAN, GUARDIAN <br><br> Autorid: Selma Blair <br>

Had me laughing out loud. I couldnt put it down, finished it in an afternoon Don't miss this hilarious small town rom-com from million-copy bestselling author Portia MacIntosh! Thirty-one-year-old matchmaker Lola James had it all until she broke her leg at a wedding and discovered that her so-called best friend was suddenly too busy to call, her flat had far too many steps, and her boyfriend replaced her quicker than you can say crutches. Now back at her parents B&B, sleeping in the living room (she cant get upstairs) and having her hair washed by her mum (she cant get in the shower), Lola is only too pleased to run into gorgeous Dr Will, an old friend who has definitely improved with age. Then there's Dean, a charming divorcé convinced hes better off alone. Can Lola mend her heart and help Dean find love? Sometimes, everything needs to go wrong to go right Readers LOVE Met Your Match! Such a fun read! Brings lots of chuckles Youll fall in love with the characters Start to finish in 5 hours! Absolutely brilliant One of those books you cant put down Fun, flirty and really readable Loved it This was just perfect! Gorgeous I completely devoured this book within a day Had me giggling to myself many times An absolute delight Super cute. I loved everything about it A gorgeous read which is guaranteed to leave you smiling I have devoured this book in a matter of hours I wish I could rate this higher than five stars <br><br> Autorid: Portia MacIntosh <br>

A virtuosic study of one man's descent into religious mania in small-town Ireland. Inishfree might seem like a quaint Irish town, but fierce evangelist Thomas Magill knows better. He knows that jovial Dwain Flynn is a miserable drunk, that Timmy O'Leary enslaves his lovely mother, and that sweet Mrs Cleary is a blasphemous flirt. It is down to Thomas, with God on his shoulder, to save this sinful place. But the townsfolk are not listening, an angel is misbehaving and a barking dog will not be silenced. Just how far will Thomas go in his quest for salvation? Enda Walsh's Misterman was first performed by the author in a Corcadorca Theatre Company production at the Granary Theatre in Cork in April 1999, directed by Pat Kiernan. A revised version was produced by Landmark Productions and Galway Arts Festival, and performed at the Black Box Theatre, Galway, as part of the Galway Arts Festival, in July 2011. This edition of the revised play was published alongside the production at the National Theatre, London, in 2012, directed by the playwright, starring Cillian Murphy. <br><br> Autorid: Enda Walsh <br>

NYC's TikTok Cupid presents a must-have dating guide for building confidence and finding lasting love! Dating can be fun, exciting, draining, disorienting, dangerous, and more. And if you're one of the millions of people in the market for a new partner (or two), how can you make sure that your dating life is more exhilarating than exhausting? Enter Modern Dating For Dummies, a straight-forward and friendly guide to getting the most out of contemporary dating without ending up as a cautionary tale in the next catfishing documentary on your favorite streaming service. Author Tiff Baira, NYC's official TikTok Cupid and dating guru, walks you through how to date like a champ. You'll learn how to sort the Red and Green flags, how to keep your confidence high (or get it back), protect against outright scams and frauds, and navigate new kinds of relationships. You'll also discover: How to emotionally deal with being ghosted and manage your relationship anxiety Exactly what to do after a first date that went REALLY well (or terribly sideways) How to manage the overwhelming combo of online dating and IRL Encounters that shape the modern dating space. Master the modern dating scene with today's top apps Whether you're looking for help on how to date after the end of a long relationship or you just need a few tips on how to use apps, flirt, get out of a situationship or how to find your next hookup-slash-soulmate-slash-spouse, Modern Dating For Dummies has the info you can put to work immediately to make your dating life better, easier, and more fun. <br><br> Autorid: Tiff Baira <br>

WINNER OF THE TADEUSZ BRADECKI PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR THE ENCORE AWARD A novel with oodles of charm The Times Elegant, decadent, vulgar, clever, enchanting and dark Sarah Perry, author of Enlightenment Versailles, 1682: a city of the rich, a living fairy-tale, Louis XIV's fever dream. It's a place of opulence, beauty, and power. But strip back the lavish exterior of polite society, and you'll find a dark undercurrent of sexual intrigue and vicious gossip. Nobody is safe here - no matter how highly born they are. No one knows this better than Madame Marie d'Aulnoy. Each week, a rogue group of intellectuals gather at her Parisian home to debate, flirt and perform Contes de Fées - fairy tales - that challenge the status quo, at a salon that will change the course of literature forever. But while they weave tales of glass slippers, enchanted beasts and long-haired princesses, a wolf is lurking, who threatens to destroy the members of the salon one by one. Brilliant and bawdy, romantic and provocative, The Modern Fairies is a dazzling novel inspired by real events, about the delights and dangers of storytelling in dark times. Funny, filthy, dancingly clever ... A delectable confection of many-layered pleasures I gobbled it all up, Joanna Quinn, author of The Whalebone Theatre The sentences sing on the page with wit and intelligence ... Reminds the reader of the enduring power of storytelling to transform and even save lives, then and now The New York Times <br><br> Autorid: Clare Pollard <br>

SHORTLISTED FOR THE ENCORE AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE TADEUSZ BRADECKI PRIZE 'Elegant and decadent, vulgar and clever, enchanting and dark. The love child of Angela Carter and Anaïs Nin - the book I really really needed' SARAH PERRY, author of The Essex Serpent 'The sentences sing on the page with wit and intelligence ... This memorable novel reminds the reader of the enduring power of storytelling to transform and even save lives, then and now' THE NEW YORK TIMES Why don't they tell you it is the beautiful princess who becomes the evil queen; that they are just the same person at different points in their story? Versailles, 1682: a city of the rich, a living fairy-tale, Louis XIV's fever dream. It's a place of opulence, beauty, and power. But strip back the lavish exterior of polite society, and you'll find a dark undercurrent of sexual intrigue and vicious gossip. Nobody is safe here - no matter how highly born they are. No one knows this better than Madame Marie d'Aulnoy. Each week, a rogue group of intellectuals gather at her Parisian home to debate, flirt and perform Contes de Fées - fairy tales - that challenge the status quo, at a salon that will change the course of literature forever. But while they weave tales of glass slippers, enchanted beasts and long-haired princesses, a wolf is lurking, who threatens to destroy the members of the salon one by one. Brilliant and bawdy, romantic and provocative, The Modern Fairies is a dazzling novel inspired by real events, about the delights and dangers of storytelling in dark times. 'Funny, filthy, dancingly clever: a delectable confection of many-layered pleasures. A story of stories, storytellers, and the lurking dangers of fairytales. It reminded me of Jeanette Winterson's The Passion, and I gobbled it all up' JOANNA QUINN, author of The Whalebone Theatre 'Original, fantastical, historical, and unputdownable' KAREN JOY FOWLER, Booker Prize-shortlisted author of We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves 'Pollard's future, as a novelist, is very bright indeed' THE I, praise for Delphi <br><br> Autorid: Clare Pollard <br>

Monsters - they're real, and they want to date us! Three years ago, the world learned that harpies, centaurs, catgirls, and all manners of fabulous creatures are not merely fiction; they are flesh and blood - not to mention scale, feather, horn, and fang. Thanks to the "Cultural Exchange Between Species Act," these once-mythical creatures have assimilated into society, or at least, they're trying. When a hapless human teenager named Kurusu Kimihito is inducted as a "volunteer" into the government exchange program, his world is turned upside down. A snake-like lamia named Miia comes to live with him, and it is Kurusu's job to take care of her and make sure she integrates into his everyday life. Unfortunately for Kurusu, Miia is undeniably sexy, and the law against interspecies breeding is very strict. Even worse, when a ravishing centaur girl and a flirtatious harpy move in, what's a full-blooded teenage human with raging hormones to do?

The New York Times bestselling manga returns in a brand-new, hardcover omnibus release—with never-before-seen extras! Monsters are real and they’re ready to integrate with one man as his home becomes a house for sexy monster girls.What’s a decent guy in his early twenties supposed to do, especially when the government’s new interspecies exchange program makes it strictly illegal to get handsy with nonhumans? Too bad no one told the monster girls.Soon, Kimihito’s house becomes a full-blown harem rom-com disaster. First came Miia, a sultry lamia with a snake tail that goes on forever—and a serious addiction to snuggling. Then came Papi, a flirty harpy in booty shorts; Centorea, a curvy centaur whose upper half grabs all the attention, and more supernatural seduction than any one man should be expected to survive. Can Kimihito resist the ultimate forbidden fantasy—or is he about to be loved to death?The New York Times bestselling manga that defined the monster girl genre is back in this deluxe omnibus collection—featuring Volumes 1–3 of the original series, plus never-before-seen extras! <br><br> Autorid: Okayado <br>

On May 27th, 1784, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart met a flirtatious little starling who sang (an improved version of!) the theme from his Piano Concerto Number 17 in G to him. Knowing a kindred spirit when he met one, Mozart wrote "That was wonderful" in his journal and took the bird home to be his pet. For three years Mozart and his family enjoyed the uniquely delightful company of the starling until one April morning when the bird passed away. In 2013, Lyanda Lynn Haupt, author of Crow Planet, rescued her own starling, Carmen, who has become a part of her family. In Mozart's Starling, Haupt explores the unlikely bond between one of history's most controversial characters and one of history's most notoriously disliked birds. Part natural history, part story, Mozart's Starling will delight readers as they learn about language, music, and the secret world of starlings. <br><br> Autorid: Lyanda Lynn Haupt <br>

Lindsey Bakewell’s iconic lighthouse bakeshop in beautiful Beacon Harbor, Michigan, is hosting a celebrity cookbook author from the UK—but the notorious diva is now DOA . . .Lindsey’s patrons have a new outdoor patio where they can eat their treats in the glorious summer weather. But even more exciting is that the Beacon Bakeshop is going to host British celebrity chef Vivi Lemonberry—and what could be a more appropriate event than a tea party? What Lindsey didn’t realize is that Vivi is here to put some distance between herself and her recent professional and personal scandals. Despite assurances that Vivi is as sweet as a chocolate-dipped strawberry, Lindsey is cooling rapidly toward the culinary icon . . . especially after she banishes Lindsey’s beloved dog, Wellington, from the bakeshop and then flirts outrageously with Lindsey’s boyfriend. She’s not the only one feeling hostile, though. While Vivi’s in the middle of making a tart in front of the cameras, a woman runs up and slaps her. Soon, Vivi’s nowhere to be found, and folks are speculating on whether she’s run off with her secret lover or just laying low due to embarrassment. That is, until Lindsey finds a body bobbing near the surface of Lake Michigan. It’s a sour ending for the diva, but Lindsey is determined to squeeze the truth out of every clue until she finds the killer . . .

After over a decade away, widowed mother of two Minnie Harper has left sunny Greece and returned to her native England at the turn of the 20th century—just as a cloud of suspicion falls over her younger sister in this cozy historical mystery for fans of Jessica Fellowes, Tasha Alexander, Deanna Raybourn, Rhys Bowen, and the PBS series The Durrells in Corfu.The world is changing at the dawn of the 20th century, but respectable English families still dread a public scandal. So Minnie agrees to accompany her reckless sister, Delia, for a night on the town with her Bohemian friends. The evening involves a raucous house party, a visit to a fortune-teller, and an encounter with a flirtatious baron, but none of that unsettles Minnie more than running into Stephen Dorian, her former employer in Corfu, who stirs in her a mix of resentment and attraction.Soon after, Delia discovers the body of her rumored beau in his own home, and Minnie insists on playing by the rules and informing the police. After all, fleeing the scene could suggest Delia is guilty of more than an improper late-night rendezvous . . .When the sisters return to the townhouse, their parents, dreading the threat of gossip, insist that Minnie help clear Delia’s name. Her discreet investigation will take her back into Delia’s decadent circle and have her crossing paths again with the baron—a collector of antiques—and the infuriating Stephen Dorian. But her new social life is soon overshadowed by dangerous intrigue that leads her to question even her own past . . . <br><br> Autorid: Emily Sullivan <br>

This is the true story about a respected businessman, Henry Wainwright, who had everything he needed in 1871. A wife and 5 children and a delightful London townhouse home. But in 1872, Henry fell in love with attractive Harriet Lane. He then embarked on a risky affair with Harriet coupled with gambling and flirtations with ballet girls from the Pavilion Theatre, Whitechapel.Harriet produced two children as Henry sets her up in lodgings with an allowance as they pretended to be husband & wife. Henry’s finances then tumbled out of control and bankruptcy loomed. What happened next was a scandalous conspiracy which ended in murder, and a plot which fooled everyone into thinking that the victim had gone abroad. Henry Wainwright got away with murder for a year before a schoolboy error led to his capture.The case ruined the lives of three families. This fast-moving story will transport to a world of polite, East End society in the mid 1870’s of Victorian London, but with a seedy underbelly.14 years before the infamous Jack the Ripper Murders, it was the original, ‘Whitechapel Mystery’ which was probably the most sensational criminal case of the 1870’s and involves a chase through the city and across London Bridge. This story also involves Henry’s younger brother Thomas who was also involved in the conspiracy to murder Harriet Lane. The case paints a vivid picture of Victorian London.The police investigation and Old Bailey trial is revealed in glorious detail. It’s a story of love, weakness and devious, desperate liars. It’s a rollickingly good Victorian scandal.Written in an entertaining style, the book contains a huge amount of fascinating detail, not only of the murder but about the lives of so many of the characters in the story. It’s a huge slice of London life, 1875 style. This story deserves to be much better known and will be fascinating to anyone interested in Whitechapel or Victorian Crime. <br><br> Autorid: Neil Watson <br>

Bridgerton meets My Fair Lady and He's Just Not That Into You in My Feral Romance, a spicy standalone fantasy romcom in the Fae Flings and Corset Strings series. Every book in this interconnected series is a complete story and ends with a HEA. If you like fae bargains, friends-to-lovers romance, and cosy fantasy worlds, you'll love this sizzling tale.**DON'T MISS TESSONJA ODETTE'S BRAND-NEW DARK ROMANTASY, THE LIES THAT SUMMON THE NIGHT, AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW**A painter in need of a model.A matchmaker seeking a subject.An arrangement that will tangle their hearts.Fae shifter Daphne has landed the opportunity of a lifetime: illustrating her favourite author's steamy romance novels. If only she could master male physiques...and other essential anatomy. What she needs is a model. Yet how does the socially awkward fae with a tendency to bite find a man she can comfortably paint in the nude?Self-proclaimed matchmaker Monty Phillips is a hopeless romantic...but only when it comes to others. Meddling in the love lives of strangers via his popular advice column keeps romance a safe distance away. Yet when he's tasked with demonstrating his tips on modern courtship, he'll need to step out from behind the pen and into someone's love life.And he knows just the perfect plaything.The last time Daphne saw Monty, he broke her heart and discarded their friendship. Now he wants to drag her into one of his idiotic matchmaking games - where she's the subject! But when he promises to pose as her model in exchange, she can't refuse. At least it's only temporary. If he's the expert he claims to be, she can replace him with a lover in no time.Painting sessions and flirting lessons commence, rekindling their friendship. But when instructional seduction turns their platonic spark into burning desire, will either have the courage to fan the flames?The Fae Flings and Corset Strings series is set in the same world as The Fair Isle Trilogy and Entangled with Fae. Journey back to this beloved fae world or fall in love for the first time.

Bridgerton meets My Fair Lady and He's Just Not That Into You in My Feral Romance, a spicy standalone fantasy romcom in the Fae Flings and Corset Strings series. Every book in this interconnected series is a complete story and ends with a HEA. If you like fae bargains, friends-to-lovers romance, and cosy fantasy worlds, you'll love this sizzling tale. **DON'T MISS TESSONJA ODETTE'S BRAND-NEW DARK ROMANTASY, THE LIES THAT SUMMON THE NIGHT, AVAILABLE NOW** A painter in need of a model. A matchmaker seeking a subject. An arrangement that will tangle their hearts. Fae shifter Daphne has landed the opportunity of a lifetime: illustrating her favourite author's steamy romance novels. If only she could master male physiques...and other essential anatomy. What she needs is a model. Yet how does the socially awkward fae with a tendency to bite find a man she can comfortably paint in the nude? Self-proclaimed matchmaker Monty Phillips is a hopeless romantic...but only when it comes to others. Meddling in the love lives of strangers via his popular advice column keeps romance a safe distance away. Yet when he's tasked with demonstrating his tips on modern courtship, he'll need to step out from behind the pen and into someone's love life. And he knows just the perfect plaything. The last time Daphne saw Monty, he broke her heart and discarded their friendship. Now he wants to drag her into one of his idiotic matchmaking games - where she's the subject! But when he promises to pose as her model in exchange, she can't refuse. At least it's only temporary. If he's the expert he claims to be, she can replace him with a lover in no time. Painting sessions and flirting lessons commence, rekindling their friendship. But when instructional seduction turns their platonic spark into burning desire, will either have the courage to fan the flames? The Fae Flings and Corset Strings series is set in the same world as The Fair Isle Trilogy and Entangled with Fae. Journey back to this beloved fae world or fall in love for the first time. <br><br> Autorid: Tessonja Odette <br>

A must-read for fans of Rachel Joyce's The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry and Maria Semple's Where'd You Go, Bernadette Heartbreaking and hilarious in equal measure, the new novel by the author of the internationally bestselling phenomenon A Man Called Ove will charm and delight anyone who has ever had a grandmother. Everyone remembers the smell of their grandmother's house. Everyone remembers the stories their grandmother told them. But does everyone remember their grandmother flirting with policemen? Driving illegally? Breaking into a zoo in the middle of the night? Firing a paintball gun from a balcony in her dressing gown? Seven-year-old Elsa does. Some might call Elsa's granny 'eccentric', or even 'crazy'. Elsa calls her a superhero. And granny's stories, of knights and princesses and dragons and castles, are her superpower. Because, as Elsa is starting to learn, heroes and villains don't always exist in imaginary kingdoms; they could live just down the hallway. As Christmas draws near, even the best superhero grandmothers may have one or two things they'd like to apologise for. And, in the process, Elsa can have some breath-taking adventures of her own ...

A heartbreaking and hilarious novel from the internationally bestselling author of A Man Called Ove and Anxious People Everyone remembers the smell of their grandmother's house. Everyone remembers the stories their grandmother told them. But does everyone remember their grandmother flirting with policemen? Driving illegally? Breaking into a zoo in the middle of the night? Firing a paintball gun from a balcony in her dressing gown? Seven-year-old Elsa does. Some might call Elsa's granny 'eccentric', or even 'crazy'. Elsa calls her a superhero. And granny's stories, of knights and princesses and dragons and castles, are her superpower. Because, as Elsa is starting to learn, heroes and villains don't always exist in imaginary kingdoms; they could live just down the hallway. As Christmas draws near, even the best superhero grandmothers may have one or two things they'd like to apologise for. And, in the process, Elsa can have some breath-taking adventures of her own . . . See what readers are saying 'Such a magical book . . . his books are full of true gems; slivers of brilliance' Amazon reviewer, 'Another wonderful read from Backman. He touches on some many topics with such kind nature, from the pressure to fit in, to parenthood and bereavement. Beautiful' Amazon reviewer, 'I stayed up late last night to finish it and went to bed with a huge smile on my face and feeling happy, totally unexpected emotions . . . Head and shoulders above the other books I've read this year' Amazon reviewer, 'A perfect book . . . I loved every page, every chapter, every character' Amazon reviewer, 'This book made me laugh out loud and also brought me to tears more than once' Amazon reviewer, <br><br> Autorid: Fredrik Backman, Henning Koch <br>

A visually stunning and culturally rich exploration of surfing, the oldest sport in North America and an integral part of Hawaiian society that dates back more than 1,000 years.Modern surfing culture has existed for only about 100 years. Even the word "surfing" was a Western invention created in the 1800s by early visitors to Hawai i, who had no idea how to describe the sight of Hawaiians riding waves. Little did those Westerners know that Hawaiians already had a name for it: he e nalu, or wave-sliding.For ancient Hawaiians, this indigenous pastime was more than just a sport or recreation; it was a vital aspect of their society. He e nalu had its own rituals, holidays, shrines, and mythology. When the waves were right, entire villages would abandon their duties to play in the ocean. Men, women, and children would all dive in—riding, competing, flirting, and socializing in the water. Kings and queens claimed the best waves for themselves. Handcrafted boards would be blessed by in a sacred ceremony.Containing a mix of gorgeous modern and archival surfing photography, surfing proverbs, ceremonies, and legends of ancient Hawai i, and stories and advice from modern water-sport icons, Nalu provides a comprehensive look at surfing's mother culture and the people who have perfected it. Co-authored by Dr. Marie Alohalani Brown, a distinguished scholar of Hawaiian language and lifelong practitioner of Hawaiian water culture, and Ian Lendler, an award-winning author and dedicated surfer, Nalu draws from historical texts, many of which Alohalani has translated into English for the first time. A vibrant celebration of a time-honored tradition, Nalu is an essential read for those seeking a deeper understanding of surfing, and anyone who feels a connection to the ocean. <br><br> Autorid: Marie Alohalani Brown, Ian Lendler <br>

'To the boys in apartment 5A. Congratulations. You have a kid.'That's what the note attached to the abandoned baby carrier says. And now my three gorgeous neighbors are in deep trouble. None of them have a clue how to look after the baby that's been left on their doorstep.Luckily, there's a nanny in the building. I can barely believe my eyes when the sizzling boys next door come knocking for my help. The truth is, I've been secretly crushing on the guys in 5A for years-and now I finally have an excuse to meet them all.There's Jack, the sweet, nerdy game designer with the infectious smile.Cyrus, the flirty dancer whose smooth moves melt my brain into goo.And Sebastian, the ripped businessman with the smoldering stare.Every day, I go to their apartment to take care of the baby.And every night, they take care of me. It doesn't take long for our arrangement to get steamy. Soon, I'm falling for all three of them.It's a dangerous game. These men are my bosses, not my boyfriends, and I've already told them that romance isn't in the cards. But every molten look and stomach-fluttering kiss is making it harder for me to stay strong. And when work threatens to tear our fragile family apart, one thing becomes very clear:I'm sick of being the girl next door.It's time this nanny got a promotion.Nanny for the Neighbors is a full-length reverse harem romance featuring beautiful men, scorching drama, and tons of found family sweetness. No cheating, and an ultra-cute HEA guaranteed!

I flirted with a dragon shifter at a wedding, and it accidentally started a magical, miserable mating process between us.It's technically my fault, but we're not focusing on that.Now we have to figure out how to fight the magic pushing us together.Or, we have to embrace the bond.But neither of us knows a thing about relationships, so the odds of success?They're not looking great for us.I have to figure out what to do about the bond, and fast. Because the more time passes, the worse my pain is going to get... and the less control Jasper will have over his beastly side.*This is a fun, steamy, full-length standalone romance with a happily ever after!

After missing his sister’s wedding, standing up his crush and disappointing his entire family, comedian Nolan Baker, after making a wish, wakes up seven years later a huge success only to find it lonely at the top without friends and family and works back to the life he so carelessly threw away. Original. "Twenty-three-year-old Nolan Baker wants it all by the time he's thirty. Too bad he's single, barely able to cover his own expenses, and still paying his dues at a prominent NYC comedy club. When faced with his perfect sister's wedding, Nolan takes it asa wakeup call. It's time to quit comedy and make good on his practical dreams-most importantly, asking Drew Techler, his best friend, to be his date. But right as Nolan is about to give it all up, he's asked to fill a last-minute spot for a famous comedian. Score! He crushes his set, but stands Drew up, misses his sister's big day, and disappoints his entire family. After major blowouts with everyone he loves, Nolan desperately wishes on a set of gift "magical healing crystals" to skip to the good part of life. When he wakes the next morning, it's seven years later, he's a successful comedian, and he has everything he always thought he wanted. Everything, that is, except his friends and family, none of whom are taking his future self's calls. With nowhere else to turn, Nolan sets out to find the only person he trusts to help. Except Drew is all grown up now, too. He's hot, successful...and hates Nolan's guts. As Nolan works to get back to his younger self--and the life he so carelessly threw away--he'll have to prove he's not the man everyone thinks they know in order to regain Drew's trust, friendship, and maybe, ultimately, his heart"-- Nolan Baker longs to be "thirty, flirty and thriving" in this charmingly quirky LGBTQIA+ romance that's one part 13 Going on 30 and one part One Last Stop.WHY CAN'T WE SKIP TO THE GOOD PART?Twenty-three-year-old Nolan Baker wants it all by the time he's thirty. Too bad he's single, barely able to cover his own expenses, and still paying his dues at a prominent NYC comedy club. When faced with his perfect sister's wedding, Nolan takes it as a wakeup call. It's time to quit comedy and make good on his practical dreams—most importantly, asking Drew Techler, his best friend, to be his date.But right as Nolan is about to give it all up, he's asked to fill a last-minute spot for a famous comedian. Score! He crushes his set, but stands Drew up, misses his sister's big day, and disappoints his entire family. After major blowouts with everyone he loves, Nolan desperately wishes on a set of gift "magical healing crystals" to skip to the good part of life. When he wakes the next morning, it's seven years later, he's a successful comedian, and he has everything he always thought he wanted. Everything, that is, except his friends and family, none of whom are taking his future self's calls.With nowhere else to turn, Nolan sets out to find the only person he trusts to help. Except Drew is all grown up now, too. He's hot, successful and hates Nolan's guts. As Nolan works to get back to his younger self—and the life he so carelessly threw away—he'll have to prove he's not the man everyone thinks they know in order to regain Drew's trust, friendship, and maybe, ultimately, his heart.While part of a series, this book stands alone.People Are Raving About Timothy Janovsky:"This book made my queer heart so very full and deeply happy."—Anita Kelly"A cinematic daydream guaranteed to steal your heart."—Julian Winters"Wonderfully upbeat and sweet."—Suzanne Park"Full of hope and heart."—Alexandria Bellefleur"(A] fresh, sweet, and swoony love story that blends coming-of-age comedy with the nuances of exploring sexual identity."—Alison Cochrun <br><br> Autorid: Timothy Janovsky <br>

**Winner of the RNA Saga Award 2023**Are these newly trained Wrens ready to protect Britain's coastline?Following a humiliating experience involving the man she thought she'd marry, Iris Tredwick signs up to the Wrens in order to escape and find 'the right sort' of man to please her mother. After a bumpy start, Iris manages to befriend outspoken Mary and dreamer Sally as they are sent to their first posting in Orkney. There she meets mechanic Rob, whose flirtatious nature both charms and confounds straight-laced Iris. Much more appropriate for her is local doctor Stewart, if only she felt the same spark for him as she does for Rob As Iris, Mary and Sally work to interpret signals from incoming ships, they realise the enemy is somehow one step ahead of their manoeuvres, dropping sea mines under the cover of darkness. Could there be a spy on the island? And can the Wrens prevent disaster striking before it's too late? A thrilling and lively Second World War saga for fans of Kate Thompson and Daisy Styles. Praise for A New Start for the Wrens 'This book is absolutely brilliant. I felt like I was one of the girls and was joining them in their adventure. I really cant wait to read more in this series' Reader review 'This book entertained and warmed the cockles of your heart. Being on duty with the Wrens and contributing to the war effort was a great way to spend the afternoon reading and I seriously loved it!' Reader review 'Loved this book! I binge read it as I wanted to know what would happen. The three main female characters Iris, Mary and Sally are all so easy to relate to and care about. Love the glimpses of Orkney and the poignant history.' Reader review 'A really thoughtful look at the work of the wrens in WWII and a brilliant new trio of girls to get to know. I cannot wait for the next one.' Reader review 'Another number one for Vicki Beeby. Loved this WWII story, highly recommended read' Reader review <br><br> Autorid: Vicki Beeby <br>

Alex Schwartz had a great job and a promising future - until he caught an unfortunate bout of vampirism, and agreed (on pain of death) to join the Laundry, Britain's only counter-occult secret intelligence agency. His first assignment is in Leeds - his old hometown. But the thought of telling his parents he's lost his job, let alone their discovering his 'condition', is causing Alex almost as much anxiety as his new lifestyle of supernatural espionage. His only saving grace is Cassie Brewer, a student from the local Goth Festival who flirts with him despite his fear of sunlight (and girls). But Cassie has secrets of her own - secrets that make Alex's night life seem positively normal . . . James Bond meets H. P. Lovecraft in the latest occult thriller from Hugo Award winner Charles Stross, in a series where British spies take on the supernatural. <br><br> Autorid: Charles Stross <br>

Chris Burwell charts one man’s career in aviation from joining the RAF in 1969 aged 18, to having responsibility for training pilots for the world’s major airlines nearly 50 years later. Chris Burwell charts one man’s career in aviation from joining the RAF in 1969 aged 18, to having responsibility for training pilots for the world’s major airlines nearly 50 years later.After training at RAF Cranwell and RAF Valley and a tour as a flying instructor on Jet Provosts, he joined the Harrier Force, flying on front-line squadrons in the UK and Germany during the Cold War and as an instructor on the Harrier Conversion Unit. Detachments to Belize in 1977, the Falklands (twice), ejection from a Harrier GR3, introducing FLIR and NVG to the Harrier front line and operational missions in Northern Iraq are all covered in entertaining detail.After 30 years of service, the author spent 12 years with Cobham, managing their Teesside base and flying the Falcon 20 on operational training for the military and the King Air 200 on international flight calibration tasks. Finally, he spent four years in Spain with Flight Training Europe (FTE) Jerez with responsibility for the flying training of a new generation of pilots.Through his experience as a pilot, leader and manager gained over many years, his valuable insights into military and civilian flying operations are both engrossing and noteworthy. Highly recommended to readers of both disciplines. <br><br> Autorid: Chris Burwell <br>

In the once beautiful city of Aleppo, one Syrian family collapses into tragedy and ruin. The mother, abandoned by her husband, struggles to raise her children alone. Her daughter Sawsan flirts with the militias, the ruling party, and finally religion, seeking but never finding salvation. All are slowly choked in the fog of violence and decay, as their lives are plundered and their dreams wrecked by the brutal Assad regime.Set between the 1960s and 2000s, No Knives in the Kitchens of this City is a graceful and profound depiction of life under tyranny. Through the story of a single family, we read the disintegration of a whole society over half a century. This novel teaches us about grief, fear, and the end of beauty. <br><br> Autorid: Khaled Khalifa <br>

A cozy, spicy, D&D-inspired mm romcom for fans of When Harry Met Sally.Aria Charms is an uptight, small-town elven bard and Noble Yves St. Clair is a scandal-prone human who is twelfth in line for the throne. Their first meeting makes two things clear: they have nothing in common, and they could never be friends.When their paths cross a second time, both are reeling from cheating exes and social scandals, and they decide to ally together to repair their now-sullied reputations. As the cozy autumn days turn to chilly winter weeks, this newfound kinship becomes flirty in a way neither expected. But indulging in these growing feelings could cost them their friendship and their fresh start in high society.As they grapple with what they want from one another and from the rest of their lives, one truth remains: they could never be friends.

When Orla enrols on a prestigious drama course, she is thrown into the spotlight for the very first time. A heart-stopping romance from critically-acclaimed author of SING IF YOU CAN'T DANCE. Orla has always been the sidekick, never the hero . . . Until, that is, she secures a funded place at an elite drama course and puts her own dreams first for once in her life. Suddenly, Orla is centre-stage and loving it! But the drama crowd are experienced performers and their parents have shelled out a fortune for them to be on the course. Orla can't help but feel left out - she has to earn her pocket money and her responsibilities at home can't just be ignored. Then again, doesn't she deserve to want things for herself? Especially when beautiful and funny drama boy, Cass, starts flirting with her . . . With life-changing auditions around the corner Orla finds herself torn in two by an impossible choice. Should she protect her chosen family, or herself? <br><br> Autorid: Alexia Casale <br>

What happens when a mysterious former spy with seemingly little interest in sex meets a provocative expert in sexual fantasies? An opposites-attract, spicy lesbian romance set in Lee Winter's Villains series and Hotel Queens worlds.All cool, pragmatic Ottilie Zimmermann has been dreaming of for years is retiring from her top-secret, morally gray job to sip Mai Tais on a Pacific island. While in Las Vegas tying up some final loose ends, she crosses paths with a woman who is clever and intriguing yet far too sex-obsessed for Ottilie's taste. So why can't she stop thinking about her?Flirtatious Monique Carson thinks she's met-or made love to-every type of woman there is until she encounters commanding, charismatic Ottilie. Around others, though, Ottilie shrinks into an older, inconspicuous persona. Who is this chameleon? What secrets does she hide? Monique would dearly love to find out...if only Ottilie would let her in.For two smart women accustomed to seeing through everyone else with ease, it's disconcerting to discover they cannot read each other. How can they walk away now?

They are an unlikely pair: George is "small and quick and dark of face"; Lennie, a man of tremendous size, has the mind of a young child. Yet they have formed a "family," clinging together in the face of lonelinss and alienation.§Laborers in California's dusty vegetable fields, they hustle work when they can, living a hand-to-mouth existence. For George and Lennie have a plan: to own an acre of land and a shack they can call their own. When they land jobs on a ranch in the Salinas Valley, the fulfillment of their dream seems to be within their grasp. But even George cannot guard Lennie from the provocations of a flirtatious woman, nor predict the consequences of Lennie's unswerving obedience to the things George taught him.§"A thriller, a gripping tale . . . that you will not set down until it is finished. Steinbeck has touched the quick." - The New York Times §