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The Paris Classics Collection: Stories of the City immerses you in the rich, timeless world of Paris through a collection of iconic stories that span the spectrum of passion, revolution, romance, and intrigue. From the bustling streets to the glittering ballrooms, some of the greatest novels of all time transport you to the heart of one of the world's most captivating cities. Featuring unforgettable characters, dramatic plots, and a deep dive into the human spirit, this collection showcases the best of Parisian storytelling.

The French Classics Collection brings together 18 of the greatest works of fiction ever written in French - here collected into one audiobook and all translated into English. Featuring grand epics of love, loss, and survival, as in Les Miserables, to tales of adventure in Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth, and romances such as Madame Bovary, alongside many more grand stories from 17th, 18th, and 19th century France, this collection will whisk you away into other worlds with some of the greatest characters in literature within some of the greatest novels ever written.

Gigi, the daughter of a struggling theatre singer, is left in the care of her great-aunt and grandmother, both former courtesans. Determined to teach Gigi the family business, they begin a series of lessons involving lace, expensive meals and cigars – all in the art of pleasing men. Gigi, soon bored of their antics and unconvinced of their instruction, rebels.

Have you ever looked back and realized somewhere in your life you became the strong one, the helper, the fixer, the one everyone depended on? Do you love helping people, but sometimes feel like the work you once cared about is leaving you exhausted, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself? Do you still believe God is with you, but find yourself longing for peace, joy, and a deeper sense of closeness with Him again? If those questions stir something in you, there may be a reason that started long before you started feeling that exhaustion. There is often a story beneath becoming the helper; ...

Leaving her first love behind was the hardest thing Regine, Duchess of Heartwaite, had ever done. Her marriage of convenience to another man saved her family, even as it laid waste to her heart. That was years ago, however. Now widowed, she’s ready to begin her life anew. But all it takes is one glimpse of her former sweetheart to realize the feelings she buried so long ago are still there, stronger than ever. Unfortunately, his feelings for her are decidedly colder....

Hoping to put the shame of her father’s disgrace behind her, Jessica Brentwood is determined to be the epitome of decorum and propriety her first London Season. All is well until she’s discovered naked in the arms of a notorious rake, Crispin, the wicked Duke of Bainbridge. Though thoroughly compromised - through no fault of her own - Jessica refuses the enigmatic nobleman’s obligatory marriage proposal. She’d rather face certain scorn and ridicule than be forced into a marriage of convenience. Or rather, inconvenience.

There’s no polite way to describe Ansley, Earl of Scarborough’s obsession with schedules and inflexible routines. Unfortunately, he’s also in need of a wife, which forces him squarely in the midst of the society he can scarcely function in. If only he dared to ignore the haut ton’s censure and claim the lovely, wholly unsuitable Willow as his own.

Ce soir-là, quand Liam rentre des forêts montagneuses où il est parti chasser, il devine aussitôt qu'il s'est passé quelque chose. Son petit garçon de cinq ans, Aru, ne l'attend pas devant la maison. Dans la cour, il découvre les empreintes d'un ours. À côté, sous le corps inerte de sa femme, il trouve son fils. Vivant. Au milieu de son existence qui s'effondre, Liam a une certitude : ce monde sauvage n'est pas fait pour un enfant. Décidé à confier son fils à d'autres que lui, il prépare un long voyage au rythme du pas des chevaux.

C’est un endroit à l’abri du temps. Ce minuscule hameau, qu’on appelle Les Montées, est un pays à lui seul pour les jumelles Ambre et Aelis, et la vieille Rose. Ici, l’existence n’a jamais été douce. Les familles travaillent une terre avare qui appartient à d’autres, endurent en serrant les dents l’injustice. Mais c’est ainsi depuis toujours. Jusqu’au jour où surgit Madelaine. Une fillette affamée et sauvage, sortie des forêts. Adoptée par Les Montées, Madelaine les ravit, passionnée, courageuse, si vivante. Pourtant, il reste dans ses yeux cette petite flamme pas tout à fait droite.

From humble beginnings on a council estate in Manchester UK, The Message Trust has become one of the fastest growing youth mission organisations on the planet. Its combination of outreach to young people in schools, counter-cultural mission in tough urban areas, and pioneering prison and ex-offender ministry offers a radical template for effective 21st century mission. In this punchy and powerful audiobook, Andy Hawthorne (Founder and CEO), Carl Beech (Deputy CEO), and key members of the Message team share some of the crucial lessons learned over 25 years on the front line.

Corentin, personne n'en voulait. Ni son père envolé, ni surtout sa mère, qui rêve de s'en débarrasser. Traîné de foyer en foyer, son enfance est une errance. Jusqu'au jour où sa mère l'abandonne à Augustine, l'une des vieilles du hameau. Au creux de la vallée des Forêts, ce territoire hostile où habite l'aïeule, une vie recommence. À la grande ville où le propulsent ses études, Corentin plonge sans retenue dans les lumières et la fête permanente.

From the creation of Bitcoin by the mysterious Satoshi Nakamoto, to the use of "hot" and "cold" wallets, to the future of blockchain technology. Through sharing her story in Truth Decay, dentist and business owner Victoria Collette Jones reveals what Bitcoin is, how it works, how you can use it in your personal and business life, and most importantly - why it matters.

Léa de Lonval, a wealthy, beautiful forty-nine-year-old courtesan, is coming to the end of her career. Her lover, the young and fiercely handsome Fred Peloux – otherwise known as Chéri – is having to face his own reality, with an advantageous marriage arranged by his mother on the horizon. Both lovers, despite their six-year history, reluctantly decide it's time to end their affair. Yet their connection is more difficult to let go of than either of them care to admit…

In The Vagabond, Colette delivers a beautifully observed and deeply moving portrait of independence, desire and self-discovery. Renée Néré, a successful music-hall performer recovering from a painful marriage, has rebuilt her life on her own terms. Touring the theatres of France, she cherishes the freedom she has fought to earn—until an unexpected romance forces her to question whether love and independence can truly coexist.

A charming, big-hearted debut novel in the vein of Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine and The Rosie Project about an oddball heroine named Germaine Johnson who is great with numbers but not so great with people. Germaine Johnson doesn’t need a lot of friends. She has her work and her Sudoku...

Timeless Women – the podcast that celebrates independent, powerful, creative women as they battle ageism, sexism, ADHD, menopause and other life obstacles to be the forces of nature that they are! In this new podcast from Podpeople Productions, musician, actor, and activist, Collette Cooper, has informal but insightful conversations with some of the most accomplished, successful, incredible women in the world today. Actors, writers, creators, innovators, entrepreneurs, the whole lot.

Musician and actor Collette Cooper delves into the rich history of female artists who helped develop Blues and Jazz - not just the vocalists like Billie Holiday and Bessie Smith but also the composers, band leaders and soloists. She speaks to broadcasters, writers and many of the up and coming artists on the UK Blues and Jazz scene today to find out what impact women have had and continue to have on this staple of popular culture.

Money Confidence is the essential narrative podcast for women ready to transform their relationship with money, hosted by financial expert Collette Keeley. This show dismantles the stigma and anxiety surrounding personal finance, offering a compassionate yet practical roadmap to building lasting wealth. Listeners experience a shift from fear to empowerment as they learn to navigate complex economic landscapes with clarity and self-assurance.Collette explores critical topics including budgeting strategies, investment basics, debt elimination, and the psychology of spending. The podcast delves ...

Drawing on a decade of global travel experience, a guide to family travel that shows how it can empower parents and build resilient kids of any age—from the creators behind Roamaroo Traveling with children can feel daunting—lugging gear, navigating jet lag, and absorbing the cost often...

Avril 2001. Dans la cave d'une ferme miteuse, au creux d'une vallée isolée couverte d'une forêt noire et dense, un homme est enchaîné. Il s'appelle Théo, il a quarante ans, il a été capturé par deux vieillards qui veulent faire de lui leur esclave. Comment Théo a-t-il basculé dans cet univers au bord de la démence ? Il n'a pourtant rien d'une proie facile : athlétique et brutal, il sortait de prison quand ces deux vieux fous l'ont piégé au fond des bois. Les ennuis, il en a vu d'autres. Alors, allongé contre les pierres suintantes de la cave, battu, privé d'eau et de nourriture, il refuse de croire à ce cauchemar.