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Tragedy has struck the Bennet sisters but they are greatly relieved when the anonymous kindness of a stranger means that they can remain together. In exchange for such charity, a monthly letter is required from each sister. It is a fortunate thing that Miss Elizabeth Bennet rather likes letter-writing, for she relishes the opportunity to relate to this unknown gentleman all her impressions and opinions regarding her changed circumstances.

Do you know how to know? In The Power of Knowing, author Karen Mc Dermott will share insights, strategies and personal stories that will help you rediscover your natural ability to know! In a time when a lot of people search outward for answers to inward issues there is no better time to reconnect with the natural born instinct we all have to Know exactly what the next is. Are you ready to make decisions with unwavering confidence?

Dottie Manderson stumbles upon the body of a dying man in a deserted night-time street. As she waits for help to arrive, she holds the man's hand and tries to get him to tell her what happened. But with his last breaths he sings to her some lines from a popular stage show. But why, Dottie wonders? Why would he sing to her instead of sending a final message to his loved ones? Why didn't he name his attacker?

It should be a lot of fun, meeting up for a long weekend in a rented lighthouse on a chunk of rock miles from anywhere. There will be drinks and games and all sorts of other amusements. It has been 10 years since the last get-together, and 20 years since Nadia and her friends graduated from university. But not everything goes according to plan. One from the group has a more sinister agenda, and, as events begin to spiral out of control, it becomes clear that not everyone will get off the island alive.

At long last, Lady Rample is about to reunite with her paramour, the American jazz musician Hale Davis. But, as usual for our intrepid heroine, her arrival in the French Riviera doesn’t go to plan! Laid up with a concussion thanks to a waterskiing incident, Lady Rample discovers that her aristocratic neighbor isn’t quite who he seems. With the help of the usual eccentrics, she’s going to find the truth and prove he’s up to no good. Unless he gets to her first....

When Aunt Butty gets an idea in her head, there is simply no stopping her. At least, Lady Rample has never found a way. And what Aunt Butty wants is a proper, old-fashioned English country Christmas. So, it’s no surprise when Lady Rample finds herself celebrating the holidays deep in the Cotswolds. And naturally, Aunt Butty requires everything to be perfect, from the Yule log to the wassail.

Do you believe in fairies, love wildlife, and respect the countryside? This is a fun and comical tale for children about a modern-day fairy, Hannah Hollyhock, and her adventures on a work experience day with a wildlife rescue fairy. Children's author Tracey lives with her cat in rural Worcestershire, and her garden is full of fairies. She knows all about wildlife rescue.

When an invitation to a Hollywood wedding arrives in London, Lady Rample and Aunt Butty are living the glamorous life among the rich and famous in California. But when their movie producer host is found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot, they find themselves embroiled in a mystery involving a silver screen starlet, a conniving butler, and kidnapping gangsters!

In a small town called Cranford, everyone knows everyone’s business. As families and individuals live their lives in the small Victorian town, they are challenged to change and adapt to new social customs instead of ascribing to out-of-date customs and ideals. This novel is presented in vignettes and short sketches that show the humorous bits of living in Cranford, rather than having a particular plot.

Spirited Henrietta wishes she was the kind of doctor's wife who knew exactly how to deal with the daily upheavals of war. But then, everyone in her close-knit Devonshire village seems to find different ways to cope. With life turned upside down under the shadow of war, Henrietta chronicles the dramas, squabbles, and loyal friendships that unfold in her affectionate letters to her "dear childhood friend" Robert.

Karen McDermott delivers an inspirational message to everyone who wants to live a life free of regrets and unrealized potential. Karen teaches people how to attract anything they want into their lives. Through the art of manifestation, she has created a highly successful publishing business, financial freedom, and a life she loves. You can create your dream life too. If you believe in magic, there is nothing to stop you reaching your highest potential. We all have access to this incredible life-changing inner power—harness it with love and it will serve your best interests.

In The Miracle of Intent, author K P Weaver will share insights, strategies, and personal stories that will help you manifest your heart's desire! In a time when a lot of people search outward for answers to inward issues there is no better time to reconnect with the natural-born instinct we all have to choose our destiny. 

On her 16th birthday, Anya must choose her role within the tribe. All she wants is to be a hunter, but only men are allowed to take the daring trials. To prove herself worthy, she journeys to the Shallows where she discovers a mysterious underwater world beyond her wildest imagination.