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Summary: 'Fabulous, cosy, mystery... Wonderful... Absolutely perfect for fans of Richard Osman!' NetGalley Review ????? Introducing the three unlikeliest sleuths you'll ever meet... Every Thursday, three retired school teachers have their 'coffee o'clock' sessions at the Thirsk Garden Centre café. But one fateful week, as they are catching up with a slice of cake, they bump into their ex-colleague, Topsy. By the next Thursday, Topsy's dead. The last thing Liz, Thelma and Pat imagined was that they would become involved in a murder. But they know there's more to Topsy's death than meets the eye – and it's down to them to prove it... Sit down with a cup of tea and this perfectly witty, page-turning cosy crime novel. Fans of Agatha Christie, Death in Paradise and Midsomer Murders will be hooked from the very first page. Readers love A Spoonful of Murder: 'Warm characters and wonderful writing... It's steeped in Yorkshire like a mug of hot, strong tea... I loved it' SJ Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot 'Outstanding... I read this in and day and could not put it down... Had me gripped from the first page... Made me howl with laughter...If you loved The Thursday Murder Club you going to love this book' NetGalley review, ????? 'Three Miss Marples for the price of one... The plot is carefully assembled, rather like a patchwork quilt, with each element placed just so' NetGalley review, ????? 'Oh how brilliant was this book?! I must have read it in about two servings as I just couldn't put it down... Had great comical moments throughout. A really good murder mystery book' NetGalley review ????? 'What a fantastic read! It gave me all the cosy... Really enjoyable characters that you feel like you've known for years once you finish the book. It was the perfect pace, and easy to follow. Love, love, loved this book' NetGalley review, ????? 'Absolutely loved this book!! I really enjoyed the characters and the sweet story line!! I was up all night reading and couldn't put the book down!' NetGalley review ????? 'I absolutely loved this cosy mystery... Keeps you turning the pages. It's an easy read and perfect for these cold winter nights' NetGalley review, ????? 'Charming... The plot is cosy and tricky, with just the right blend of Miss Marple, interesting and quirky characters, secrets... colourful cardigans, and of course, heaps of tea and warm companionship. I loved this book' NetGalley review ????? 'Cosy mystery at its best with a cast of loveable characters, a truly satisfying read!' NetGalley review, ????? 'Poignant and relatable, I want these ladies as my friends!' NetGalley review ????? 'A joy to read... Lots twists and turns, this is a great debut' NetGalley review, ????? 'This book is a joy, I really, really loved it... A five star read' NetGalley review ?????

Summary: Winner of the CWA Gold Dagger: Scotland Yard’s James Pibble puzzles over the murder of a pygmy tribesman in the middle of London in this “first class” mystery ( The Times Literary Supplement ). Oddball cases are James Pibble’s specialty. But the brutal bludgeoning of the revered elder of a New Guinea tribesman may be his strangest yet. The corpse, in striped pajamas, lies in the middle of a room completely absent of furniture. Seven women squat on the floorboards. One knits. Another sits cross-legged at his feet. They all chant incantations in a strange language. The murder weapon, a wooden balustrade ornament in the shape of an owl, could have been wielded by any of the myriad suspects Pibble meets at Flagg Terrace, the London residence where the Ku family currently lives. And the only clue seems to be an Edwardian penny. So who killed bearded, four-foot-tall Aaron Ku? Everyone seems to have an alibi, including a local real estate agent, a professional escort, and an anthropologist whose marriage into the tribe was forbidden. In a house where men and women live in separate quarters, Pibble must follow a hierarchy of primitive rituals and gender-role reversals to unmask a surprising killer. The Glass-Sided Ants’ Nest is the 1st book in the James Pibble Mysteries, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order

Summary: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Janet Evanovich, bestselling author of the Stephanie Plum series, teams up with Emmy-winning writer Phoef Sutton for a brand-new series of mysteries featuring Emerson Knight and Riley Moon, a dynamic duo with instant and undeniable chemistry.   Emerson Knight is introverted, eccentric, and has little to no sense of social etiquette. Good thing he’s also brilliant, rich, and (some people might say) handsome, or he’d probably be homeless. Riley Moon has just graduated from Harvard Business and Harvard Law. Her aggressive Texas spitfire attitude has helped her land her dream job as a junior analyst with mega-bank Blane-Grunwald. At least Riley Moon thought it was her dream job, until she is given her first assignment: babysitting Emerson Knight.   What starts off as an inquiry about missing bank funds in the Knight account leads to inquiries about a missing man, missing gold, and a life-and-death race across the country. Through the streets of Washington, D.C., and down into the underground vault of the Federal Reserve in New York City, an evil plan is exposed. A plan so sinister that only a megalomaniac could think it up, and only the unlikely duo of the irrepressibly charming Emerson Knight and the tenacious Riley Moon can stop it. Praise for Curious Minds   “The one-liners fly at a ferocious pace. . . . Evanovich fans will find this closer in style to the Stephanie Plum novels.” — Booklist   “Evanovich’s comedic timing and pacing are evident on every page.” —Daily Republic

Summary: NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The irrepressibly charming duo of Emerson Knight and Riley Moon returns in another gripping mystery by #1 New York Times bestselling author Janet Evanovich. Buddhist monk Wayan Bagus lost his island of solitude and wants to get it back. The island was about two hundred miles northeast of Samoa. It had a mountain, beaches, a rain forest, and a volcano. And now it’s gone. Poof! Vanished without a trace. Brilliant and boyishly charming Emerson Knight likes nothing better than solving an unsolvable, improbable mystery. And finding a missing island is better than Christmas morning in the Knight household. When clues lead to a dark and sinister secret that is being guarded by the National Park Service, Emerson will need to assemble a crack team for help. Since a crack team isn’t available, he enlists Riley Moon and his cousin Vernon. Riley Moon has a Harvard business degree and can shoot the eyes out of a grasshopper at fifty feet, but she can’t figure out how to escape the vortex of Emerson Knight’s odd life. Vernon has been Emerson’s loyal and enthusiastic partner in crime since childhood. He now lives in an RV behind Emerson’s house. Together, this ragtag, mismatched trio will embark on a worldwide investigation that will expose a conspiracy one hundred years in the making

Summary: *Shortlisted for the 2022 Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for Comic Fiction* *Shortlisted for the RNA Fantasy Romantic Novel 2023* *Shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize 2023* Discover the love story of the year 'Utterly delightful' NEW YORK TIMES'I feel the same way as when I first read One Day' EMMA GANNON'A humdinger of a love story' SUN'Holy s***' GILLIAN MCALLISTER The book with the IMPOSSIBLE twist – read it to believe it ..._____________________________________________________________ One day, NICK and BEE cross paths over a misdirected email. The connection is instant, electric, they feel like they've known each other forever. Nick buys a new suit, gets on a train. Bee steadies her nerves, gets a pep talk from her best friend Leila. This is it. Except it isn't. Because as they prepare to meet under the clock at Euston station, the universe throws in a twist you'd never see coming . . . *JOIN THE OBSESSION NOW* *Number 1 Kindle bestseller the w/e 02/05/2022* Readers are falling for IMPOSSIBLE: 'I laughed, I cried, I raved about it. I will definitely read it again' ????? 'Absolutely loved this gorgeous, intelligent and suspenseful romance' ????? 'It's so good I've bought an extra two copies to give to my closest friends!' ????? 'My only advice is to read it' ????? 'Pure escapism and a brilliant read' ????? 'Reminded me of Matt Haig's The Midnight Library in both cleverness and engaging warmth. My book of the year so far' ????? 'So, so entertaining. I absolutely adored it' ????? 'Plotted to perfection with characters that almost jump off the page, Impossible is something very special indeed' ????? 'What an incredible book! Smart, funny, and completely compelling' ?????

Summary: Don't miss this chance to escape to stunning Cornwall for a heartwarming new standalone novel about secrets and second chances They say a single moment can change your life... For Cornish artist Sennen Kellow that moment comes with the discovery of her late gran's epic love story – a story that happened years before she ever met Sennen's grandfather. Now, as Sennen digs into her grandmother's past and discovers a forgotten beach, a hidden poem, and a love that blazed brightly before Fate intervened, her search for answers leads her on a fated journey of her own. One which sees history repeating itself, and Sennen faced with a chance at the kind of once-in-a-lifetime love her gran experienced...but only if she's willing to risk everything. Readers LOVE The Forgotten Beach: 'A true love story...curl up in a comfy chair and be transported by this talented author' Brenda 'A beautiful love story that spans generations...I loved how the old house slowly got renovated and came back to life plus I could picture the steps down to the private beach with the cave' Muriel 'Complex characters, with a simple love story and a heartstopping final arc but the ending we all wanted!' Ritu 'The author does a wonderful job of describing the beauty of Cornwall ... a good beach read' Sarah 'Perfect escapism and I read it in almost one sitting...so much more than just a romance' Helen 'A heartwarming love story...My eyes were a bit teary at the end' Anne 'I have always been an avid fan of Amanda James, a truly talented author who strives to write a beautiful story for others to enjoy time after time' Joan 'Delightful story with the past gently woven into the present....a joy to read' Judy

Summary: An all-star dark comedy set in the mysterious world of Dr Caligari In a seedy backstreet, in a rotting theatre, the sinister Dr Caligari runs a cabaret with his demonic assistants, Snuff and Anthrax. A riot of a listen, this surreal and macabre comedy follows the smooth-talking Dr Caligari as he encourages unwilling guests to tell their story in his London nightclub. Written by Alan Gilbey, strange encounters and dark mysteries are recounted by guest acts on London's most bizarre stage. Listen to a DJ haunted by calls from all those he has wronged, fall into the dreams of a yuppie estate agent battling with her trade union boss father and feel your flesh crawl as an MP discovers what 'cuts' to the NHS really mean. Meanwhile, the homeless of London are turned into a giant marauding blob and a horror film fan becomes trapped in a fantasy of his own creation. Grisly Tales from the Cabaret of Dr Caligari features an all-star cast, including the legendary John Woodvine as Dr Caligari with Adjoa Andoh , best known for her role in Netflix's Bridgerton , alongside Stephen Tompkinson who has appeared in the TV shows Drop the Dead Donkey , Ballykissangel and the film Brassed Off. Cast and credits Written by Alan Gilbey with jokes from Lee Hurst Produced by Anne Edyvean Dr Calgari - John Woodvine Snuff - Sylvester McCoy Anthrax - Victoria Wicks DJ Rick O'Shea - Kerry Shale Tracey/Gail/The Computer - Jane Whittenshaw Donna/Ali/Estate Agent/Mrs Meagre - Adoja Andoh Keith - Mark Straker Sparks/Wayne/Postman/The Present - Clarence Smith Kevin Scorch/Tope Romero - Stephen Tompkinson Bernie Cladding/Tarquin - Ronald Herdman Sidney Grease/Jeremy/Damien/Agent Orange/The Future - Alan Barker Debbie Brothers - Joanna May 'Flash' Jack Brothers - Roger Watkins Tom - Terence Edmond Dick - Eric Allan Carrie/Kate Pushy/The Past - Cassie Macfarlane The General - Charles Milham Homeless Geordie - Gerald Denny Homeless Boy - David McKinney Professor Pseudonym - Richard Tate The Hitchhiker - Sharon Henry Mr Meagre - John Shrapnel First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 7th Nov - 12th Dec 1991 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Summary: Soon to be a major film Tracy Flick, star of Election and one of the most memorable characters of our time, returns in this dark and insightful comedy about midlife. Ambitious and hardworking Tracy Flick feels underappreciated and stuck. Her job as a high school assistant principal isn't the political career she dreamed of as an over-achieving teen, so when the longtime principal abruptly announces his retirement, offering a rare chance of promotion, Tracy is filled with zeal at the prospect of success. But nothing ever comes easily to Tracy Flick, no matter how diligent or qualified she happens to be. As she takes her shot at the top job, her male colleagues' determination to honour Vito Falcone, a star quarterback of dubious character, triggers troubling memories of her high school experience, and storm clouds brewing in her present – her goals, career and relationships – send Tracy spiralling. 'One of the great writers that we have today. I love this book' Harlan Coben 'Engrossing and mordantly funny' People 'Told with Perrotta's piercing wit, wisdom, and exquisite insight into human folly, Tracy's second act delivers acerbic insight about frustrated ambition' Esquire 'Brilliant, biting satire' Associated Press

Summary: Meet Steven Stelfox. London 1997: New Labour is sweeping into power and Britpop is at its zenith. A&R man Stelfox is slashing and burning his way through the music industry, fuelled by greed and inhuman quantities of cocaine, searching for the next hit record amid a relentless orgy of self-gratification. But as the hits dry up and the industry begins to change, Stelfox must take the notion of cut throat business practices to murderous new levels in a desperate attempt to salvage his career

Summary: 'A romcom that speaks to me – a single woman in her forties who still has a rock-chick streak!' Woman & Home The perfect, laugh out loud read for fans of Milly Johnson, Cathy Bramley and Jill Mansell! Beverley Wilson has always loved the Beatles but kissing a poster goodnight isn't really an option when you're a fifty-something mum of three. So when she decides it's time to get back into the dating game, she turns to a dating agency for help. But the long and winding road to real love is littered with dating disasters – the pantyhose pervert being the real low point and in Bev's opinon it's all too much. But meeting fellow Beatles fan Scott Smith changes everything... This hilarious romantic comedy explores life, love and lonely hearts in the suburbs of Liverpool. Is Bev's attempt to shake things up foolish...or the bravest thing she's done? Readers LOVE Bev: 'I blitzed through this book over the weekend as I just could not get enough...Light and witty I enjoyed every second' Nadine 'Sweet, heartwarming read...I can't wait to read more from this author!' Jennifer 'Fun, whimsical read! Perfect for one sitting' Heather 'I cannot wait to see what comes next from this talented author...a wonderful, heartwarming story that is an absolute must read' Andrea 'The fact she's willing to step outside her comfort zone into the world of internet dating deserves a round of applause. Good on you Bev!' Caroline

Summary: The No. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller from literary sensation R.F. Kuang *Foyle's Fiction Book of the Year* *Amazon Book of the Year* *Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year* 'Hard to put down, harder to forget' STEPHEN KING 'Ingenious, astute, hugely entertaining' DAVID NICHOLLS 'Breathtakingly clever on jealousy, talent, success, and who gets to tell which story' ELIZABETH DAY Athena Liu is a literary darling.June Hayward is literally nobody. But when June just happens to witness Athena die in a freak accident, she realises now is her chance to find fame. So what if that means stealing her friend's work?So what if that means creating a new, racially ambiguous identity?So what if a social media scandal is about to blow her cover? As her lies mount up and threaten her stolen success, how far will June go to keep what she thinks she deserves... This is one hell of a story. It's just not hers to tell. R.F. Kuang's book 'Yellowface' was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller w/c 04-06-23 R.F. Kuang's book 'Yellowface' was a #5 New York Times bestseller w/c 04-06-23

Summary: 'The perfect book to read when you want to give your heart a holiday' Sally Page, bestselling author of The Keeper of Stories 'An uplifting story full of hope, love and healing. A perfect summer read' B. A. Paris, bestselling author of Behind Closed Doors Escape to Italy with The Little Italian Hotel, the uplifting new book from Phaedra Patrick, the author of The Library of Lost and Found. Ginny Splinter, acclaimed radio host and relationship expert, prides herself on knowing what's best for others. So, she's sure her husband, Adrian, will love the special trip to Italy she's planned for their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary. But when Ginny presents the gift, he surprises her with his own very different plan: a divorce. Beside herself with heartache, Ginny impulsively goes live on air to invite four heartbroken listeners to join her instead. From hiking the hills of Bologna to sharing a gondola in Venice and dancing until dawn, Ginny and her guests embark on a holiday of full of fun, hope and healing. Sunny, tender and brimming with charm, The Little Italian Hotel explores love, the importance of friendship, and reclaiming the present moment – even if it means leaving the past behind. Readers are LOVING The Little Italian Hotel: 'Sunshine in book form!'????? 'A perfect summer read'????? 'A gorgeous hug of a book'????? 'I felt transported to Italy'????? 'The uplifting feel-good summer read I've been wanting!'????? Don't miss The Library of Lost Secrets, another unputdownable novel by Phaedra Patrick!