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‘Pacy, witty and affectionate’ Guardian Rob Beckett never seems to fit in. At work, in the middle-class world of television and comedy, he’s the laddie, cockney geezer, but to his mates down the pub in south-east London, he’s the theatrical one, a media luvvie. Even at home, his wife and...

Abe Cooper is a triple threat. He's my best friend's father. He's the football coach at my high school. And he's a married man. His marriage is on the rocks and he could lose his job for the way he looks at me. I could lose my only friend in the world. I know I should stay away instead of flirt with him. But all the cons don't outweigh how I feel when I'm with him.

Robyn Allen is finally getting closer to her dream of West End stardom. And along with her role dancing in the latest hot musical, she’s being wined and dined by an equally hot man – the wildly successful and well-connected Fabian Carrington. But one slip up and her dreams are shattered, and Robyn has to hobble back to the Yorkshire village of Beddingfield, and the life she hoped she’d escaped.

New York Times bestselling author Jerry Craft returns with a companion book to New Kid, winner of the 2020 Newbery Medal, the Coretta Scott King Author Award, and the Kirkus Prize. The audiobook was a 2020 Audie Awards Finalist for Middle Grade and named an Audible Best Audiobook of the Year...

From the bestselling, iconic author of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil comes an irreverent and essential style guide—from boxers to button downs, turtlenecks to tuxedos For more than a decade, beloved author John Berendt wrote a series of smart, sophisticated columns for Esquire on...

When the local iron mine began hiring women in 1975, Lois Jenson, a single mother on welfare, didn't think twice about accepting the grueling but well-paid job. What she hadn't considered was that she was entering a male-dominated society that fiercely resisted the inclusion of women, a prejudice born out in the brutal harassment of every female miner.

Stone Barrington takes down old and new enemies in the latest thriller from perennial fan favorite Stuart Woods. After a rocky jaunt in Maine, Stone Barrington is settling back in New York City when an old client reaches out for help with a delicate matter. A feud they thought was put to rest...

Perfect for fans of Elise Bryant and Katie Cotugno, this fake-dating YA rom-com from Kelsey Rodkey set at a high school election shows that in matters of the heart, you have to elect to be yourself. Ella knew transferring to a new school wouldn’t be easy. The first day, while defending her...

Biggsy is an idealistic 50-year-old English teacher in a West London boys’ secondary school. A maverick head of department who battled against the educational establishment for 25 years, he’s beginning to crack. His departmental colleagues love him, but he suspects that the school’s management team is out to get rid of him.

To Hell With Poverty! documents Jon's story from a south London slum and working-class background to international success as core musician, lyricist, writer, and producer in acclaimed post-punk/funk band, Gang of Four. Made up of charming vignettes, the listener is taken on an episodic journey full of raucous adventures from Jon's childhood and teenage years, to the height of Gang of Four's success in the seventies and eighties.

The Class Act podcast goes beyond lesson plans and report cards—it’s about the people who shape our lives through encouragement, creativity, and compassion. It may be your favourite teacher, but it could also be a supportive coach or mentor. Host Rhodora Meliton-Vanderpool has been an educator for over twenty-five years and has mentored many students and colleagues along the way. She’s also an author who’s written children’s books with Juno award-winning artists Maestro Fresh Wes and DJ Charlie B. Rhodora also cares deeply about “holding the door open” for the next generation. ...

From Outstanding Schools - the premium content and networking provider for international educators around the globe - Class Act sheds a spotlight on the school executives, educators, and thought-leaders who are positively impacting the industry. Join us each month as we tackle the key issues, challenges and opportunities currently affecting the international education community. With topics ranging from educator well-being to Esports curricula, sustainability to stakeholder management, Class Act aims to inspire international educators and provide them with the necessary insights to improve ...

Welcome to Class Act 360 with Dr. Stephanie Hunte—the fun, fast-paced podcast for Bigs who are raising, teaching, and cheering on their Lils! Each episode is a Six-Minute How-Tos for Instructional Breakthrough which delivers quick, practical ideas for engaging read-alouds, literacy routines, and hands-on learning activities—perfect for pre-school and kindergarten classrooms and at-home learning spaces. Whether you're a teacher, parent, caregiver, tutor, or home-school helper, you'll walk away with simple strategies you can use immediately to turn everyday moments into meaningful learning ...

What does it really take to build world-class tech teams and lead with impact in today’s data-driven AI landscape?I’m Michael Young from MBN Solutions and after two decades placing top talent across data, AI, and tech, I’ve seen the real stories behind high-performing teams.On A Class Act, we go beyond buzzwords. You’ll hear real life, experience-led conversations with the AI and data leaders shaping digital transformation - those hiring top tech talent, building data science capability, and leading with purpose.Whether you're a data leader, people manager, or recruiter, join us for ...

Candid conversations with working class actors navigating the entertainment industry.

When drama teacher Barry Kellam receives a mysterious invitation, he can't imagine who would arrange a night of sexual passion with him. The only possibility is a former student who's gone on to greater things. Paul Merrill is the toast of Broadway, and Hollywood beckons. While the awards and fame are nice, he wants to share his success - and his body - with the man who inspired him. But Dr. Kellam isn't one to date fellow faculty or alumni. Can Paul change his mind?

Join us as we go Backstage with Act One: an Arizona nonprofit dedicated to access to the arts for all. Hear about field trips, including their unique and groundbreaking virtual reality field trip program, Culture Pass, and more. So pull up a stool and join us...Backstage with Act One!

Imagine Christmas Eve, the streets of New York City bright with holiday cheer. All over the city, people are getting ready to celebrate. Tomorrow is Christmas day. Well, at least for some people it is! For Liam Klass, however, it is just another busy day at the office. There is so much work to do and so little time in which to do it. There’s just no time for Christmas frivolity. But it’s all worth it. After all, this law practice is her family’s legacy, and what could possibly be more important than that?