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Matthew was my biggest regret. For years he was my best friend, but I never told him how I really felt. That I loved him. When all the words should have been said, I said nothing at all. For fifteen years I kept him in my dreams, letting my life coast along and pass me by. Until he came back. But Matthew wasn't the man I remembered. Cold and aloof, his hatred of me burned little holes into my heart. We had just fifteen days to reconnect. Probably too short a time to bridge the gap to the past. Could we get back to who we used to be, when we were young?

As the Aurelia nears Athens, a new member of the crew is found dead in his cabin. Next to a gun and slumped over a suicide note, it appears tragic but unsuspicious. However, he’s the captain’s nephew Julian, onboard for only six days, and something about the suicide note makes Patricia’s nose twitch. With disobedient dog Anna, loyal butler Jermaine, and all her friends in support, your favorite amateur sleuth soon uncovers a web of lies and deceit in the bursary.

French Indochina, 1945: Arielle, the daughter of a French father and Vietnamese mother, is working for the colonial government. Because of her native blood, she’s spared imprisonment when the Japanese storm Hanoi. Forced to work for the enemy, Arielle is contacted by a Viet Minh agent, who threatens to expose her dark secrets from 10 years before if she doesn’t help his cause. As Arielle is drawn deeper into the rebels’ dangerous world, will she ever escape the torment of her past? Or will she find love in the most unexpected of places?

Everyday Kindness is a charity anthology of short, fictional stories of kindness, edited by LJ Ross. These uplifting tales of hope and of small, everyday kindnesses are intended to support wider, positive mental health goals and foster wellbeing through the act of reading tales of goodwill inspired by others. Featuring authors across the spectrum of literature, some international bestsellers and award-winning writers amongst them, this is a unique collection of words.

From Sapphic fun at the seaside to showing off by the pool, clearing out an old shed to getting the hots for musicians, and even a spot of voyeurism, this book has F/F goodness in spades. There’s something for everyone and will have you eager to hear more.

With a breathtaking array of original stories from around the world, P. Djèlí Clark, Amal El Mohtar, Garth Nix, Darcie Little Badger, Sheree Renée Thomas, and two dozen other fantasy and science fiction geniuses bring a new and exciting twist to one of the most beloved figures in fiction...

This is a classic fairy tale written in both Korean and English, so it is a great way to teach both languages to your little ones. Yetnare ("Once upon a time" in Korean), there was a little girl called Little Red Riding Hood. One day, she went through the woods to visit her grandmother. But a big scary wolf follows her.... What will happen? Listen to find out.

Leaving behind the rural charms of Finnshire, Miss Penelope Fairweather arrives in London with hope in her heart and a dream in her eye. The dowager, no less, has invited her for a season in London, where she will attempt to catch a husband. Thus begins our heroine’s tale as she attempts to tackle the London season with all her rustic finesse. Unfortunately her rustic finesse turns out to be as delicate as a fat bear trying to rip apart a honeycomb infested with buzzing bees.

The Wishing Family in Quest for Magic by Raine Bee, narrated by Deryn Oliver, and produced by UK Book Publishing, is a captivating children’s fantasy audiobook filled with adventure, mystery, and the power of family bonds. Meet the Wishing Family—Murdock, Martha, and their three children—an extraordinary family of genies living in the quiet village of Kersey. Their world is turned upside down when Max, the eldest son, suddenly loses his magical powers and faces the terrifying fate of becoming a mortal.

When 11-year-old Daniel Hawthorn and his best friend Tim chase after Daniel’s missing dog, they stumble upon a secret that will change their lives forever. Hidden deep within the cellar of an abandoned mansion lies a mysterious glass coffin, and inside it, a strange goblin-like creature waiting to be freed.

Dottie is a Dalmatian with class. She's from England and she's positively posh: She loves jazz, she loves her book club, and she loves her cheese-and-wine evenings. There's just one thing missing in her perfect life: nothing (and nobody) to make her tail wag.

They called her La Maestra. Elisabetta Sirani was a talented and prolific artist in 17th century Italy. Trained by her father, she was running his studio by the time she was 16, and earned her first official commission the following year.

Ease the hearts and minds of children who have recently moved with this delightful modern twist on the classic Christmas story, which teaches kids that true joy doesn't come from getting gifts.

Sylvia rattles around in a house she can’t bear to sell, while Cecily is unhappy where she lives. Surely it makes sense for them to bunk in together again? After all, they did when they were 20—why not at 70? Cecily takes the plunge, scoops up her cat and moves in. But her heart soon sinks when the flamboyant yet compassionate Sylvia extends the invitation to Samer—a refugee from war-torn Syria and his two motherless boys.

Perfect for bedtime listening, this heartwarming homeschool story celebrates the joy of learning at home. Follow Nina and her brother Wild as they imagine a week of homeschool adventures—from Museum Mondays to Community Day Fridays—that show kids learning happens everywhere: at home, in the neighborhood, and in the world beyond.

It was spring. The whole surrounding looked beautiful with blossoming flowers, lush green trees, and grasses that happily swayed in the wind. It was like fairies had run through the woods, enchanting it to become a beautiful and magical place.

He is from Chicago. She is from LA. He still couldn't get over the loss of his wife. She had just seen her love story go from a potential happily ever after to a total disaster. Two people damaged by the circumstances of life will cross paths, thanks to a forced destiny by his seven-year-old son. Will they embrace some potential genuine feeling? Will they be able to see beyond the wounds that life has left them?

Otto Bloom has had an interesting start to his life, having been shielded in Fairy Land until a cure for the curse he was under could be found. Now he is back with his family, the Blooms. As an illness makes him feel low, he becomes riddled with doubts about his place in the family. He is caught off guard when an urgent message arrives from Fairy Land. Feeling like this is his time to step up to save his family, Otto makes a decision that will have dire consequences. Otto will need to believe in himself and the power of family in a bid to finally rid Fairy Land of its darkest threat.

In the middle of an average field, on an average day...a Bumble Bee went about his day, in a very average way—that is until he met a very Glum Glow Worm! Glum has lost his glow! Humble loves to help others and he does his best to cheer up his New Glum Chum. Sit back and enjoy the smiles as Humble helps his new friend to brighten up his day.

I just can’t sleep! We have all said those words to ourselves in the past or have heard them from loved ones as we try to calm down and settle into a relaxing slumber. This story tells the tale of an exhausted mother who helps her tired child to get to sleep. As the child's mind spins and whirls, her imagination takes to the skies with a space launch and some miraculous sheep!