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Witches! Whether you know them from Shakespeare or from Wicked, there is no staple more beloved in folklore, fairy tale, or fantasy than these magical beings. Witches are everywhere, and at the heart of stories that resonate with many people around the world. This dazzling, otherworldly collection gathers new stories of witches from all walks of life, ensuring a Halloween readers will never forget. Whether they be maiden, mother, crone, or other; funny, fierce, light and airy, or dark and disturbing; witches are a vital part of some of the greatest stories we have, and new ones start here!

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 listening to tales of goodwill inspired by others. Featuring authors across the spectrum of literature, some international best-selling and award-winning writers amongst them, this is a unique collection of words.

From the pen of award-winning erotica author Lucy Felthouse comes a collection of short stories and flash fiction sure to hit the spot. There’s something for everyone in this sexy anthology. From spanking to voyeurism, bondage to pegging, solo loving to ménage, with a sprinkling of femdom, maledom, and magic, fans of M/F erotic stories will soon discover why this book is described as multi-orgasmic. Enjoy 21 titillating tales with over 52,000 words of naughtiness packed into one steamy collection.

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.

The infamous rake, Lord Richard Hamilton, has finally chosen his bride - the very appropriate Miss Emma Grey. The ton approves, Lord Grey is pleased, Lady Grey delighted, and Emma is over the moon, but her uncle, (the blasted) Duke of Arden opposes the match, and Emma is ordered to move to the duke’s estate to think things over. Richard Hamilton refuses to take things lying down and concocts a plan. A plan that should have brought the lovers together and had them married within a month.

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.

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.

Miss Leora Fairweather-Barnet-Smythe and her sisters, all talented swooners and hat makers all of marriageable age, are in want of husbands. Leora’s parents have promised her to a much older man, so when Richard Longsword, a handsome stable hand, joins the staff at Riddlingtonstoneway Abbey, he catches Leora’s eye. She imagines a life with him, a scandal of the worst kind.

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.

A new Fairweather sister, Jane, is of age, but woe betides, she does not want to marry. She is a brilliant artist and determined to make a name for herself in the male-dominated field. Enter Mrs Fairweather, a determined mother who will go to any length to get her daughter married off. Alas, through trickery, Jane finds herself taking her wedding vows wrapped in a quilt and wearing only a chemise.

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?

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.

Today I Found a Unicorn has delighted both children and parents with it’s simple yet elegant tale of a young girl whose day is turned upside down when she discovers a unicorn on her lawn. Children will be delighted to hear how imagination and friendship can change an ordinary day into a magical adventure! It’s the perfect lighthearted book for little ones who love unicorns and imaginary play.

In the aftermath of World War One, everyone in the small English town of Barton is trying to rebuild their lives. Ben is living alone in his father’s old narrowboat, the Sparrowhawk, avoiding the town constable, who is threatening to send him to the orphanage, and awaiting news of his older brother, Sam, who was injured in France and has been declared missing. Lotti’s horrible aunt and uncle want to send her away from her beloved home to boarding school - just when she has so successfully managed to get expelled from her last one.

A princess falls into a deep sleep for a hundred years after being cursed by an evil fairy. But when a handsome prince discovers her asleep, he vows to find a way to save her.

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.

Nina and her brother Wild are learners-at-large. They don't sit still for school -- they learn kinetically, by doing STEM experiments. But can science help when a precious pup plops into the backyard pool? PJ Time is Learning Time. Ditch the workbooks... and love science once again. Grab your littles, a pair of comfy pjs, a cup of decaf (who are we kidding? go big) and start learning through daily adventures. Finally, a picture book as pretty as a magazine that parents can enjoy reading more than once!

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.