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In a converted Georgian townhouse in south west London, three families live under one roof. The large flat that takes up the top two floors is home to the Harlow family: happily married Paul and Steph and their bubbly teenage daughter, Freya. The smaller first floor flat is rented by Emma, who spends most of her time alone, listening to people coming in and out of the building. And the basement flat belongs to Chris, a local driving instructor, who prefers to keep his personal life private from the neighbours.

When our story begins, Julia Child is an eager but inexperienced codebreaker longing to prove herself in the male-dominated world of intelligence, and Josephine Baker is, well, Josephine Baker—a world-famous entertainer who is now leading a double life as a spy for the French Resistance. When a golden opportunity arises to infiltrate a high-stakes Nazi gala in Vichy France, Julia must put aside her by-the-book mentality to assist her unorthodox new partner.

Harness the power of breathwork with this compassionate, healing guide for Black women. As a Black woman, Jasmine Marie knows the impact that intergenerational trauma and systemic racism have had—and continue to have—on her community. Those experiences, along with her own journey through...

With sheer determination, purpose, and a little bit of luck, Alesha takes charge of her own destiny, refusing to leave her life to chance. She creates Unleash for Love, a reality TV show, aiming to discover genuine love and propel her career to new heights. Alesha is not alone in this adventure—her besties, Melissa (Pretty Vee), and Candi (Logan Browning), are by her side; her most successful friend, Teddy (Lamorne Morris), lends his money and talent to get the show made; and a hilarious cast of bachelors and characters are along for the ride....

In the realm of Aethelgarde, where ancient ley lines hum with forgotten power and monsters stalk the shadows between worlds, three adventurers set out on a quest that will change more than just their stats. Elara, a quiet half-elf scholar, is captivated by the mysteries of magic and the logic of science. Kaelen, a brooding human ranger, guards his past as fiercely as he guards his companions. August, a charismatic halfling bard, lives for music, mischief, and the thrill of connection.

Alle bambine ribelli di tutto il mondo: sognate più in grande, puntate più in alto, lottate con più energia. E, nel dubbio, ricordate: avete ragione voi. C'era una volta una bambina che amava le macchine e amava volare; c'era una volta una bambina che scoprì la metamorfosi delle farfalle... Da Serena Williams a Malala Yousafzai, da Rita Levi Montalcini a Frida Kahlo, da Margherita Hack a Michelle Obama, sono 100 le donne raccontate in queste pagine.

New York Times bestselling adult novelist Adriana Trigiani brings a heartwarming picture book, adapted for audio, about a how a family comes together to celebrate Valentine's Day. Mia Valentina Amore loves valentines. After all, her name means My Valentine. When she wakes up on Valentine's Day...

All life as we know it is carbon-based and reliant on sources of liquid water and energy for its survival; it is also, of course, known from just one planet: the Earth, a world perfectly suited to host life. But across a universe of at least 100 billion habitable, earthlike worlds, life cannot be restricted to just this one place. Or can it?

Looking for a way to enhance your work performance, find enjoyment in your job, and reduce stress levels? Look no further! With its abundance of positive affirmations, this formidable tool empowers you to foster a robust work ethic, surmount hindrances in the workplace, and attain both personal and professional development.

1876, Victorian London. Minnie Ward, the feisty scriptwriter for the Variety Palace Music Hall, is devastated when her best friend is found brutally murdered. She enlists the help of private detective Albert Easterbrook to help her find justice, even though he already has his hands full trying to catch the notorious Hairpin Killer. Together they navigate London, from its high-class clubs to its murky underbelly. But as the bodies pile up, Albert's burgeoning feelings for his amateur partner start to interfere.

When Baroness Sophie von Korvacs meets British painter James Fraser one hot summer's day in Vienna, the attraction is instant. A whirlwind romance follows, with Vienna bathed in the brilliance of the last days of the emperor. And when James proposes to Sophie it seems a fitting end to that wonderful, enchanting summer.

Ci sono romanzi che toccano corde così profonde, originarie, che sembrano chiamarci per nome. È quello che accade con "L'Arminuta" fin dalla prima pagina, quando la protagonista, con una valigia in mano e una sacca di scarpe nell'altra, suona a una porta sconosciuta. Ad aprirle, sua sorella Adriana, gli occhi stropicciati, le trecce sfatte: non si sono mai viste prima. Inizia così questa storia dirompente e ammaliatrice: con una ragazzina che da un giorno all'altro perde tutto - una casa confortevole, le amiche più care, l'affetto incondizionato dei genitori.

In the unremarkable town of Amberside, the unthinkable has happened: terrorists have attacked a local festival. No one knows why, and no one knows who the attackers are, but that doesn’t matter. What matters first is survival. And what matters after that is survival, too. In this brilliantly written account of hope, humour and humanity, five ordinary teenagers are caught up in a truly extraordinary situation. It’s a heart-pounding and gripping account of the fight for survival as the attackers prowl the festival grounds, told from multiple perspectives. 

A Most Anticipated Book of 2021 by Oprah Magazine Vulture Essence Elle Cosmopolitan Real Simple Refinery 29 She Reads The Everygirl Career Contessa “You are carrying in your hands a Black woman’s heart.”—Jericho Brown, author of Pulitzer Prize winner...

Violet is a prophet and a liar, influencing the court as Seer with her cleverly phrased—and not always true—divinations. Honesty is for suckers, like the oh-so-not-charming Prince Cyrus, who plans to strip her of her title once he's crowned. After the king asks her to falsely prophesy Cyrus's love story for an upcoming ball, Violet awakens a dreaded curse about the prince's future bride. Her wits may protect her in the cutthroat court, but they can't protect her against fate—nor the doomed attraction growing between her and the prince.

Mercedes Brettschneider, die Nichte von Innenminister Kaputtnig, ist wie vom Erd­boden verschwunden. Also unterbricht Bezirksinspektor Grinninger seine freien Tage und startet die Ermittlungen in Altenkirchen, einem Wallfahrtsort im beschaulichen Mühlviertel. Auf seiner Suche nach der Vermissten stößt er auf zahlreiche Ungereimtheiten und verfängt sich in einem eng verzweigten, lebensgefährlichen Netz aus Korruption, Betrug und Polit-Filz.

Sympathetic Balance and Lymphatic Health: The Tai Chi Connection offers a transformative guide to understanding the intimate relationship between stress, the nervous system, and lymphatic wellness. Modern life keeps the sympathetic nervous system in constant “fight or flight” mode, slowing the body’s natural detoxification and immune processes.

A perfect family or a perfect lie? When Jo's teenage daughter goes missing, she feels like the world is collapsing around her. Has Grace been taken, or have recent tensions between mother and daughter driven her away? With little urgency from the police, who have dismissed Grace as a teenage runaway who will soon return home, Jo takes matters into her own hands. But as she gets closer to discovering what has happened to Grace, it looks like the Jo's deepest, darkest secret is about to be uncovered, and it could destroy everything she holds dear.

Bloomsbury presents The Hunt and the Kill by Holly Watt, read by Jasmine Blackborow. *A TIMES THRILLER OF THE MONTH* 'Heir to John le Carré' The Times 'Casey is fierce, obsessive and brilliant' Observer 'An action-packed rollercoaster of a read ... From the first twist to the heart-thumping...

Life is unpredictable, but you can set yourself up for success by being prepared. It's essential to make sure that your family has protection against catastrophic expenses with life insurance coverage—no matter the size of your plan!