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Lot 27
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Ian Brown
Ian Brown
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* Two Book Special with added bookmarks and stickers
Title 1: Hugg 'n' Bugg: The Race
Title 2: Albert & Christmas
Genre: Children
Format: Picture books
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Title 1: Hugg 'n' Bugg: The Race
One day, some leopards are frustrated with the amount of attention Hugg has been receiving. Hoping to take Hugg down a peg or two, the leopards challenge him to a race. Hugg realises he needs Bugg's support more than ever if he wants to beat the competitive leopards to the finish line.
Title 2: Albert & Christmas
Albert the tortoise has never experienced Christmas. He’s always asleep for the winter. When he dreams offestive fun, his garden friends decide to create a special summer ‘not Christmas’ for all to enjoy. The gang get busy making a not very traditional Christmas tree, decorations, gifts, greetings – and even snow. All doesn’t go to plan. Can they pull it off?
The Author:
Ian Brown is a London-based writer and producer for television and former Fleet Street journalist. His TV credits include Top Gear with Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond, The South Bank Show, This Is Your Life with host Michael Aspel, Comic Relief, Take Your Pick with Des O’Connor, Petrolheads with Chris Barrie, Neil Morrissey and Richard Hammond, and the feature documentary Born to Royalty narrated by Hugh Bonneville. He has written or produced for the likes of Pierce Brosnan, Harrison Ford, Simon Cowell, The Simpsons, Tom Jones, Floella Benjamin, George Lucas, Liam Neeson, Martin Scorsese, Bob Monkhouse, Paul Whitehouse, Trevor McDonald, Michael Caine and Bruce Forsyth, among many others. Ian is also the creator and writer of grown-up cartoon series The Bruvs which was animated by Eoin. The Albert series are Ian’s first book titles for children. The Hugg ‘n’ Bugg books have been worked on for years.
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Website: https://www.alberttortoise.com
Title 1: Hugg 'n' Bugg: The Race
Title 2: Albert & Christmas
Genre: Children
Format: Picture books
Signed - Dedications are Available
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Title 1: Hugg 'n' Bugg: The Race
One day, some leopards are frustrated with the amount of attention Hugg has been receiving. Hoping to take Hugg down a peg or two, the leopards challenge him to a race. Hugg realises he needs Bugg's support more than ever if he wants to beat the competitive leopards to the finish line.
Title 2: Albert & Christmas
Albert the tortoise has never experienced Christmas. He’s always asleep for the winter. When he dreams offestive fun, his garden friends decide to create a special summer ‘not Christmas’ for all to enjoy. The gang get busy making a not very traditional Christmas tree, decorations, gifts, greetings – and even snow. All doesn’t go to plan. Can they pull it off?
The Author:
Ian Brown is a London-based writer and producer for television and former Fleet Street journalist. His TV credits include Top Gear with Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond, The South Bank Show, This Is Your Life with host Michael Aspel, Comic Relief, Take Your Pick with Des O’Connor, Petrolheads with Chris Barrie, Neil Morrissey and Richard Hammond, and the feature documentary Born to Royalty narrated by Hugh Bonneville. He has written or produced for the likes of Pierce Brosnan, Harrison Ford, Simon Cowell, The Simpsons, Tom Jones, Floella Benjamin, George Lucas, Liam Neeson, Martin Scorsese, Bob Monkhouse, Paul Whitehouse, Trevor McDonald, Michael Caine and Bruce Forsyth, among many others. Ian is also the creator and writer of grown-up cartoon series The Bruvs which was animated by Eoin. The Albert series are Ian’s first book titles for children. The Hugg ‘n’ Bugg books have been worked on for years.
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Lot 36
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Nicola May
Nicola May
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*Cockleberry Bay series (4 books)*
Title 1: The Corner Shop In Cockleberry Bay
Title 1: Christmas in Cockleberry Bay
Title 3: The Gift of Cockleberry Bay
Title 4: Meet Me in Cockleberry Bay
Genre: Romantic Comedys
Format: Paperbacks
Signed - Dedications are Available
Bids Accepted: UK Only
Book 1: The Corner Shop In Cockleberry Bay
Rosa Larkin is down on her luck in London, so when she inherits a near-derelict corner shop in a quaint Devon village, her first thought is to sell it for cash and sort out her life. But nothing is straightforward about this legacy. While the identity of her benefactor remains a mystery, he – or she – has left one important legal proviso: that the shop cannot be sold, only passed on to somebody who really deserves it.
Rosa makes up her mind to give it a go: to put everything she has into getting the shop up and running again in the small seaside community of Cockleberry Bay. But can she do it all on her own? And if not, who will help her succeed – and who among the following will work secretly to see her fail?
With surprising and heartfelt results, Rosa, accompanied at all times by her little sausage dog Hot, will slowly unravel the shadowy secrets of the inheritance, and also bring her own, long-hidden heritage into the light.
The Book 2;Christmas in Cockleberry Bay
Meet old and new characters in the Bay for Christmas fun and frolics.
With both the Corner Shop and Cockleberry Cafe in safe hands, Rosa turns her attention to Ned's Gift, the charity set up in memory of the great-grandfather who turned her life around. Over at the Ship Hotel, Lucas has his work cut out with his devious new girlfriend and the mystery poisoning of an anonymous hotel inspector.
Will the hotel still get its 3-star Seaside Rosette? Will Mary find true love at last? Can Titch cope with the demands of the shop and being heavily pregnant. And can Rosa, with a baby of her own, pull off the Cockleberry Bay Charity Christmas Concert in time?
Christmas in Cockleberry Bay is a festive delight for fans of Rosa and her cheeky mini dachshund Hot, delivering a feast of unpredictable events and surprises.
Book 3: The Gift of Cockleberry Bay
All of our favourite characters from Cockleberry Bay are back in this final, heart warming story in the series. Including Hot, Rosa Smith's adorable dachshund and his new-born puppies.
Now successfully running the Cockleberry Café and wishing to start a family herself, Rosa feels the time is right to let her inherited Corner Shop go. However, her benefactor left one important legal proviso: that the shop cannot be sold, only passed on to somebody who really deserves it.
Rosa is torn. How can she make such a huge decision? And will it be the right one? Once the news gets out and goes public, untrustworthy newcomers appear in the Bay . . . their motives uncertain. With the revelation of more secrets from Rosa's family heritage, a new journey of unpredictable and life-changing events begins to unfold.
The Gift of Cockleberry Bay concludes this phenomenally successful series in typically brisk and bolshy style and will delight the many thousands of Rosa's fans.
Book 4: Meet Me in Cockleberry Bay
The cast of the runaway bestseller, The Corner Shop in Cockleberry Bay, are back – including Rosa, Josh, Mary, Jacob, Sheila, new mum Titch and, last but by no means least, Hot, the adorable dachshund.
Newly wed, and with her inherited corner shop successfully up and running, Rosa Smith seems to have all that anyone could wish for. But the course of true love never did run smooth and Rosa’s suspicions that her husband is having an affair have dire consequences.
Reaching rock bottom before she can climb back up to the top, fragile Rosa is forced to face her fears, addiction and jealousy head on.
With a selection of meddling locals still at large, a mystery fire and Titch’s frantic search for the real father of her sick baby, the second book in this enchanting series will take you on a further unpredictable journey of self-discovery.
The Author:
Nicola May is a bestselling author renowned for her heartwarming and humorous romantic comedies. With eighteen books to her name, her work has captured readers' hearts around the world, has been translated into fifteen languages and consistently ranks in the top 100 of Amazon's Kindle bestseller charts. As a self-published author, she achieved the remarkable feat of reaching number one on Amazon twice, and has been a strong advocate for indie authors, pushing for a dedicated chart for them in The Bookseller magazine. Now signed to Storm Publishing, Nicola continues to write heartfelt rom-coms with her signature blend of warmth and wit.
When she’s not writing, she enjoys cream teas in her beloved Devon, hikes through nature, and occasionally places a bet on the horses.
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Website: https://www.nicolamay.com
Title 1: The Corner Shop In Cockleberry Bay
Title 1: Christmas in Cockleberry Bay
Title 3: The Gift of Cockleberry Bay
Title 4: Meet Me in Cockleberry Bay
Genre: Romantic Comedys
Format: Paperbacks
Signed - Dedications are Available
Bids Accepted: UK Only
Book 1: The Corner Shop In Cockleberry Bay
Rosa Larkin is down on her luck in London, so when she inherits a near-derelict corner shop in a quaint Devon village, her first thought is to sell it for cash and sort out her life. But nothing is straightforward about this legacy. While the identity of her benefactor remains a mystery, he – or she – has left one important legal proviso: that the shop cannot be sold, only passed on to somebody who really deserves it.
Rosa makes up her mind to give it a go: to put everything she has into getting the shop up and running again in the small seaside community of Cockleberry Bay. But can she do it all on her own? And if not, who will help her succeed – and who among the following will work secretly to see her fail?
With surprising and heartfelt results, Rosa, accompanied at all times by her little sausage dog Hot, will slowly unravel the shadowy secrets of the inheritance, and also bring her own, long-hidden heritage into the light.
The Book 2;Christmas in Cockleberry Bay
Meet old and new characters in the Bay for Christmas fun and frolics.
With both the Corner Shop and Cockleberry Cafe in safe hands, Rosa turns her attention to Ned's Gift, the charity set up in memory of the great-grandfather who turned her life around. Over at the Ship Hotel, Lucas has his work cut out with his devious new girlfriend and the mystery poisoning of an anonymous hotel inspector.
Will the hotel still get its 3-star Seaside Rosette? Will Mary find true love at last? Can Titch cope with the demands of the shop and being heavily pregnant. And can Rosa, with a baby of her own, pull off the Cockleberry Bay Charity Christmas Concert in time?
Christmas in Cockleberry Bay is a festive delight for fans of Rosa and her cheeky mini dachshund Hot, delivering a feast of unpredictable events and surprises.
Book 3: The Gift of Cockleberry Bay
All of our favourite characters from Cockleberry Bay are back in this final, heart warming story in the series. Including Hot, Rosa Smith's adorable dachshund and his new-born puppies.
Now successfully running the Cockleberry Café and wishing to start a family herself, Rosa feels the time is right to let her inherited Corner Shop go. However, her benefactor left one important legal proviso: that the shop cannot be sold, only passed on to somebody who really deserves it.
Rosa is torn. How can she make such a huge decision? And will it be the right one? Once the news gets out and goes public, untrustworthy newcomers appear in the Bay . . . their motives uncertain. With the revelation of more secrets from Rosa's family heritage, a new journey of unpredictable and life-changing events begins to unfold.
The Gift of Cockleberry Bay concludes this phenomenally successful series in typically brisk and bolshy style and will delight the many thousands of Rosa's fans.
Book 4: Meet Me in Cockleberry Bay
The cast of the runaway bestseller, The Corner Shop in Cockleberry Bay, are back – including Rosa, Josh, Mary, Jacob, Sheila, new mum Titch and, last but by no means least, Hot, the adorable dachshund.
Newly wed, and with her inherited corner shop successfully up and running, Rosa Smith seems to have all that anyone could wish for. But the course of true love never did run smooth and Rosa’s suspicions that her husband is having an affair have dire consequences.
Reaching rock bottom before she can climb back up to the top, fragile Rosa is forced to face her fears, addiction and jealousy head on.
With a selection of meddling locals still at large, a mystery fire and Titch’s frantic search for the real father of her sick baby, the second book in this enchanting series will take you on a further unpredictable journey of self-discovery.
The Author:
Nicola May is a bestselling author renowned for her heartwarming and humorous romantic comedies. With eighteen books to her name, her work has captured readers' hearts around the world, has been translated into fifteen languages and consistently ranks in the top 100 of Amazon's Kindle bestseller charts. As a self-published author, she achieved the remarkable feat of reaching number one on Amazon twice, and has been a strong advocate for indie authors, pushing for a dedicated chart for them in The Bookseller magazine. Now signed to Storm Publishing, Nicola continues to write heartfelt rom-coms with her signature blend of warmth and wit.
When she’s not writing, she enjoys cream teas in her beloved Devon, hikes through nature, and occasionally places a bet on the horses.
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Website: https://www.nicolamay.com
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Lot 45
£ 25
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Donna Ashcroft
Donna Ashcroft
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Title - A Christmas Romance in the Scottish Highlands
Genre - Romance
Format: Paperback
Signed: Dedication is Available
Bids Accepted: UK only
The Book;
Escape to Holly Berry Lodge in the Scottish Highlands, curl up next to a cosy fireplace with a warm mug of hot chocolate, and join Mairi Fraser as she’s forced to spend the festive season with the one that got away…
Thirty-three-year-old Mairi is spending Christmas at her Aunt Effie’s ski lodge. It’s her favourite place, where she spent every childhood holiday, and the comforting view of the mountain tops is just what she needs after a rollercoaster year. But Mairi finds herself unexpectedly snowed in, along with her handsome ex Jed Murray…
As the snowflakes fall heavily outside, she closes her eyes to block out the sight of Jed’s dark hair and broad shoulders, his muscles flexing as he stacks the logs he’s gathered to build them a fire. But even though they’re united in their goal of getting Effie’s lodge ready for Christmas, Mairi is determined not to fall for Jed again.
Except moving on from him is easier said than done when they’re in such close quarters. Their time together draping tinsel around the Christmas tree and baking gingerbread cookies in the kitchen makes the memories of how good they were together all come rushing back. But will Jed reveal the real reason he left and earn Mairi’s trust once more?
Will the avalanche of complicated feelings they have for each other keep them apart? Or when the snow starts to melt, can the magic of Christmas bring them back together?
The Author:
I wanted to be an author from the age of twelve when reading and writing were my first loves. In 2018 my first book, Summer at the Castle Cafe was published and my dream came true.
I've had fifteen books published. Seven of those have been in the Amazon top 100 (a cause for immense celebrations in my house), one made it to number seven in the UK and US Kindle charts and Summer in the Scottish Highlands made it to number 1 in the UK, US and AU free ebook charts. My books have been published in six territories from the Czech Republic to Slovakia and the Netherlands. I was also shortlisted for the RNA Debut Romantic Novel of the Year in 2019.
I live in Hertfordshire, with my own romantic hero, two grown up kids (who pop in and out) and two very grumpy cats. I love a happy ending and I'm never happier than when I'm escaping into a romance novel or movie. Oh, and I have a love hate relationship with running. Mostly hate.
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Website: https://www.donna-writes.co.uk
Genre - Romance
Format: Paperback
Signed: Dedication is Available
Bids Accepted: UK only
The Book;
Escape to Holly Berry Lodge in the Scottish Highlands, curl up next to a cosy fireplace with a warm mug of hot chocolate, and join Mairi Fraser as she’s forced to spend the festive season with the one that got away…
Thirty-three-year-old Mairi is spending Christmas at her Aunt Effie’s ski lodge. It’s her favourite place, where she spent every childhood holiday, and the comforting view of the mountain tops is just what she needs after a rollercoaster year. But Mairi finds herself unexpectedly snowed in, along with her handsome ex Jed Murray…
As the snowflakes fall heavily outside, she closes her eyes to block out the sight of Jed’s dark hair and broad shoulders, his muscles flexing as he stacks the logs he’s gathered to build them a fire. But even though they’re united in their goal of getting Effie’s lodge ready for Christmas, Mairi is determined not to fall for Jed again.
Except moving on from him is easier said than done when they’re in such close quarters. Their time together draping tinsel around the Christmas tree and baking gingerbread cookies in the kitchen makes the memories of how good they were together all come rushing back. But will Jed reveal the real reason he left and earn Mairi’s trust once more?
Will the avalanche of complicated feelings they have for each other keep them apart? Or when the snow starts to melt, can the magic of Christmas bring them back together?
The Author:
I wanted to be an author from the age of twelve when reading and writing were my first loves. In 2018 my first book, Summer at the Castle Cafe was published and my dream came true.
I've had fifteen books published. Seven of those have been in the Amazon top 100 (a cause for immense celebrations in my house), one made it to number seven in the UK and US Kindle charts and Summer in the Scottish Highlands made it to number 1 in the UK, US and AU free ebook charts. My books have been published in six territories from the Czech Republic to Slovakia and the Netherlands. I was also shortlisted for the RNA Debut Romantic Novel of the Year in 2019.
I live in Hertfordshire, with my own romantic hero, two grown up kids (who pop in and out) and two very grumpy cats. I love a happy ending and I'm never happier than when I'm escaping into a romance novel or movie. Oh, and I have a love hate relationship with running. Mostly hate.
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Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dashcroftauthor.bsky.social
Website: https://www.donna-writes.co.uk
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Donna Ashcroft
Donna Ashcroft
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Lot 46
£ 23
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Caroline Roberts
Caroline Roberts
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Title: The Second Chance Supper Club
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Format: Paperback
Signed - Dedication is Available
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The Book;
When Cath moves to a rural Northumberland village to escape her husband’s betrayal and a life that no longer feels her own, she’s determined to embrace a fresh start. But the quiet charm of her new surroundings seems only to magnify the loneliness of being on her own for the first time.
On a whim, Cath suggests starting a supper club, transforming her garden shed into a cosy, twinkling haven where neighbours can gather. What begins as an effort to ease her solitude becomes something far greater – a circle of friends, each bringing their own stories, struggles, and laughter.
As bonds deepen over shared meals and mishaps, can Cath discover the healing power of community…and dare to believe in love again?
The Author:
Family, friends, food, a glass of bubbly and, of course, a good book make me smile. I love writing emotional stories about love, loss, betrayal, and family, that explore how complex and yet beautiful love can be. I also like to write romantic comedy, letting the characters have a bit of flirty fun too! I believe in following your dreams and working hard towards them, which led me to Harper Impulse (Harper Collins) and a publishing deal (woop!) after many years of writing. Stunning Northumberland is my home – sandy beaches, castles and gorgeous countryside that have inspired my writing.
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Website: https://carolinerobertswriter.blogspot.com
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Format: Paperback
Signed - Dedication is Available
Bids Accepted: UK Only
The Book;
When Cath moves to a rural Northumberland village to escape her husband’s betrayal and a life that no longer feels her own, she’s determined to embrace a fresh start. But the quiet charm of her new surroundings seems only to magnify the loneliness of being on her own for the first time.
On a whim, Cath suggests starting a supper club, transforming her garden shed into a cosy, twinkling haven where neighbours can gather. What begins as an effort to ease her solitude becomes something far greater – a circle of friends, each bringing their own stories, struggles, and laughter.
As bonds deepen over shared meals and mishaps, can Cath discover the healing power of community…and dare to believe in love again?
The Author:
Family, friends, food, a glass of bubbly and, of course, a good book make me smile. I love writing emotional stories about love, loss, betrayal, and family, that explore how complex and yet beautiful love can be. I also like to write romantic comedy, letting the characters have a bit of flirty fun too! I believe in following your dreams and working hard towards them, which led me to Harper Impulse (Harper Collins) and a publishing deal (woop!) after many years of writing. Stunning Northumberland is my home – sandy beaches, castles and gorgeous countryside that have inspired my writing.
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Bella Osborne
Bella Osborne
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*Bella is offering in her lot: Three Books, with a Tin of Biscuits, a Tin of Tea, a Tea Coaster, and a Bookmark*
Title 1: Finding Love At Sunset Shore
Title 2: Mistletoe Magic in the Highlands
Title 3: The Invitation at Seashell Bay
Genre - Rom Coms
Format - Paperbacks First Editions
Signed: Dedications are Available
Bids Accepted: U.K. only please
Book 1: Finding Love At Sunset Shore
Sometimes, you have to fake it until you make it…
Ros is too busy for a boyfriend; between work and looking after her poorly father, there’s no time left for a relationship. But when she overhears her dad's dying wish is for her to find love, Ros is determined to make it happen – or at least, make it look like it has.
Enter Cameron, a struggling mature student with a mountain of debt but a zest for life.
Ros, driven by love for her ailing dad, reluctantly agrees to the simple business transaction: paying Cameron to play the role of her boyfriend. Ros meticulously plans their fake relationship – but when Cameron decides to go off-script, chaos ensues.
As Ros and Cameron navigate the ups and downs of their faux romance, their differences drive each other crazy. But they may just need each other more than they think…
Book 2: Mistletoe Magic in the Highlands
Olivia Bingham is unlucky in love...
She's been ghosted more times than she can count, but this Christmas brings a glimmer of hope: Fraser Douglas,
a Scottish chef working at an idyllic hotel in the Highlands. He's sweet and sensitive, thoughtful and funny, not to
mention incredibly good looking – but there's a catch.
They've never actually met.
When Olivia tries to show her friends the hunky new man in her life, Fraser's online dating profile has vanished, and
Olivia fears the worst. Frustrated and wounded, she decides she's going to confront Fraser – face to face, in Scotland.
But when she arrives, things don't go exactly as planned. Worse still, Fraser doesn't seem to have any idea who she is...
Book 3: The Invitation at Seashell Bay
***An Invitation to Seashell Bay was originally published as a four-part serial. This is the complete story in one package.***
One ambitious businesswoman.
One irresponsible heir.
A deal that will turn both their lives upside down…
To grow her craft business, Nancy is in desperate need of two things: help and money. So when a potential investor she’s looking to impress recommends an assistant, she jumps at the chance to secure both.
Freddy Astley-Davenport is a notorious playboy with zero work experience. He’s poised to inherit his family’s estate in sunny Seashell Bay – but only if he can hold down a job for six months first. His plan is to take the assistant role in name only, then do the least work he possibly can.
Nancy has other ideas, though, and the pair butt heads from day one. However, as they argue, sparks begin to fly, and they soon discover exactly why opposites attract…
The Author:
Bella has been jotting down stories as far back as she can remember but decided that 2013 would be the year that she finished a full length novel. Since then she’s written nine best-selling romantic comedies, two best-selling bookclub reads and won the RNA Romantic Comedy Novel of the Year Award.
Bella's stories are about friendship, love and coping with what life throws at you. She lives in Warwickshire, UK with her husband, daughter and a cat who thinks she’s a dog. When not writing Bella is usually eating custard creams and planning holidays.
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Title 1: Finding Love At Sunset Shore
Title 2: Mistletoe Magic in the Highlands
Title 3: The Invitation at Seashell Bay
Genre - Rom Coms
Format - Paperbacks First Editions
Signed: Dedications are Available
Bids Accepted: U.K. only please
Book 1: Finding Love At Sunset Shore
Sometimes, you have to fake it until you make it…
Ros is too busy for a boyfriend; between work and looking after her poorly father, there’s no time left for a relationship. But when she overhears her dad's dying wish is for her to find love, Ros is determined to make it happen – or at least, make it look like it has.
Enter Cameron, a struggling mature student with a mountain of debt but a zest for life.
Ros, driven by love for her ailing dad, reluctantly agrees to the simple business transaction: paying Cameron to play the role of her boyfriend. Ros meticulously plans their fake relationship – but when Cameron decides to go off-script, chaos ensues.
As Ros and Cameron navigate the ups and downs of their faux romance, their differences drive each other crazy. But they may just need each other more than they think…
Book 2: Mistletoe Magic in the Highlands
Olivia Bingham is unlucky in love...
She's been ghosted more times than she can count, but this Christmas brings a glimmer of hope: Fraser Douglas,
a Scottish chef working at an idyllic hotel in the Highlands. He's sweet and sensitive, thoughtful and funny, not to
mention incredibly good looking – but there's a catch.
They've never actually met.
When Olivia tries to show her friends the hunky new man in her life, Fraser's online dating profile has vanished, and
Olivia fears the worst. Frustrated and wounded, she decides she's going to confront Fraser – face to face, in Scotland.
But when she arrives, things don't go exactly as planned. Worse still, Fraser doesn't seem to have any idea who she is...
Book 3: The Invitation at Seashell Bay
***An Invitation to Seashell Bay was originally published as a four-part serial. This is the complete story in one package.***
One ambitious businesswoman.
One irresponsible heir.
A deal that will turn both their lives upside down…
To grow her craft business, Nancy is in desperate need of two things: help and money. So when a potential investor she’s looking to impress recommends an assistant, she jumps at the chance to secure both.
Freddy Astley-Davenport is a notorious playboy with zero work experience. He’s poised to inherit his family’s estate in sunny Seashell Bay – but only if he can hold down a job for six months first. His plan is to take the assistant role in name only, then do the least work he possibly can.
Nancy has other ideas, though, and the pair butt heads from day one. However, as they argue, sparks begin to fly, and they soon discover exactly why opposites attract…
The Author:
Bella has been jotting down stories as far back as she can remember but decided that 2013 would be the year that she finished a full length novel. Since then she’s written nine best-selling romantic comedies, two best-selling bookclub reads and won the RNA Romantic Comedy Novel of the Year Award.
Bella's stories are about friendship, love and coping with what life throws at you. She lives in Warwickshire, UK with her husband, daughter and a cat who thinks she’s a dog. When not writing Bella is usually eating custard creams and planning holidays.
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Pauline Tait
Pauline Tait
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Fairy in the Kettle trilogy and includes:
The Fairy in the Kettle
The Fairy in the Kettle’s Christmas Wish
The Fairy in the Kettle Gets Magical
Genre: Children
Format: Picture Books
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Trilogy blurb:
Welcome to Bramble Glen, where friendship, wonder, and unforgettable characters await.
Leona lives in an old round cast-iron kettle, a home full of adventurous fun. Whether she’s dancing to the sound of raindrops, excited for her first Christmas in Bramble Glen, or searching for lost fairy dust, Leona’s heart is always with her friends and family.
From twirling in her kettle and exploring ant hills, to fireflies, finding the perfect Christmas tree, and discovering shimmering fairy dust, each story bursts with magical adventures.
Full of charm, courage, and a touch of sparkle, this enchanting, multi-award-winning trilogy celebrates the joy of friendship, the comfort of home, and the wonder of fairy life in Bramble Glen.
This trilogy is multi-award-winning and perfect for 3 to 7 years, whether being read to younger readers or as early reading books for slightly older children.
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Pauline Tait is a multi-award-winning and bestselling author of children’s picture books and romantic mysteries. She provides expert mentoring to children’s authors at every stage of their journey, whether just starting out, building confidence, or exploring a new genre.
She is also the Editorial Manager of Writers’ Narrative, an international online magazine for writers of all genres.
Based in Perthshire, she finds inspiration in the beauty of the Scottish countryside, fuelling her creativity and storytelling.
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The Fairy in the Kettle
The Fairy in the Kettle’s Christmas Wish
The Fairy in the Kettle Gets Magical
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Welcome to Bramble Glen, where friendship, wonder, and unforgettable characters await.
Leona lives in an old round cast-iron kettle, a home full of adventurous fun. Whether she’s dancing to the sound of raindrops, excited for her first Christmas in Bramble Glen, or searching for lost fairy dust, Leona’s heart is always with her friends and family.
From twirling in her kettle and exploring ant hills, to fireflies, finding the perfect Christmas tree, and discovering shimmering fairy dust, each story bursts with magical adventures.
Full of charm, courage, and a touch of sparkle, this enchanting, multi-award-winning trilogy celebrates the joy of friendship, the comfort of home, and the wonder of fairy life in Bramble Glen.
This trilogy is multi-award-winning and perfect for 3 to 7 years, whether being read to younger readers or as early reading books for slightly older children.
Author:
Pauline Tait is a multi-award-winning and bestselling author of children’s picture books and romantic mysteries. She provides expert mentoring to children’s authors at every stage of their journey, whether just starting out, building confidence, or exploring a new genre.
She is also the Editorial Manager of Writers’ Narrative, an international online magazine for writers of all genres.
Based in Perthshire, she finds inspiration in the beauty of the Scottish countryside, fuelling her creativity and storytelling.
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Lauren Child
Lauren Child
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Title: Clarice Bean: Think Like an Elf
Genre: Children
Format: Paperback
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The Book;
Join the one and only Clarice Bean and ‘Think Like an Elf’ in this irresistible and spectacularly sparkling Christmas story from the inimitable Lauren Child.
Clarice Bean usually looks forward to Christmas.
Except this year it is going to be a quiet-ish Christmas in her house, which doesn’t feel right because Christmas is all about noisiness and being full up and FAMILY.
And without those things, she is going to have to try exceptionordinarily hard to stop the Christmas spirit completely floating away…
But luckily, there is no one in the world like Clarice Bean – and she is going to THINK LIKE AN ELF, and that means everything will be A-OKAY. Won’t it?
The one and only Clarice Bean is back to save her family’s Christmas in this sparkling story of joy, goodwill to all peoplekind, and some very Clarice catastrophes, perfect for sharing with all the family! Wrap yourself in the warmth and wit of former Children’s Laureate Lauren Child and be transported by the love and laughter that is Christmas with the utterly irreplaceable Clarice Bean.
The Author:
Lauren Child MBE is an English author and illustrator. She was the UK Children's Laureate from 2017-19.
Lauren grew up in Wiltshire as the middle child of three sisters and the daughter of two teachers. She has always been interested in the many aspects of childhood, from gazing into toy shop windows to watching American children's shows from the 1960s. After attending two Art Schools, she travelled for six months, still unsure about which career to embark upon.
Before writing and illustrating children's books Lauren started her own company 'Chandeliers for the People' making lampshades. It was only when she came to write and illustrate the book Clarice Bean, That's Me that she decided to devote her time to writing and illustrating books for children, which combines her fascination for childhood and her talent for designing and creating. Lauren gets her inspiration from other people's conversations or from seeing something funny happen.
Her book I Will Not Ever Never Eat A Tomato won the 2000 Kate Greenaway Medal. For the 50th anniversary of the Medal (1955–2005), a panel named it one of the top ten winning works, which comprised the shortlist for a public vote for the nation's favourite. It finished third in the public vote from that shortlist.
Lauren lives in North London.
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Genre: Children
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The Book;
Join the one and only Clarice Bean and ‘Think Like an Elf’ in this irresistible and spectacularly sparkling Christmas story from the inimitable Lauren Child.
Clarice Bean usually looks forward to Christmas.
Except this year it is going to be a quiet-ish Christmas in her house, which doesn’t feel right because Christmas is all about noisiness and being full up and FAMILY.
And without those things, she is going to have to try exceptionordinarily hard to stop the Christmas spirit completely floating away…
But luckily, there is no one in the world like Clarice Bean – and she is going to THINK LIKE AN ELF, and that means everything will be A-OKAY. Won’t it?
The one and only Clarice Bean is back to save her family’s Christmas in this sparkling story of joy, goodwill to all peoplekind, and some very Clarice catastrophes, perfect for sharing with all the family! Wrap yourself in the warmth and wit of former Children’s Laureate Lauren Child and be transported by the love and laughter that is Christmas with the utterly irreplaceable Clarice Bean.
The Author:
Lauren Child MBE is an English author and illustrator. She was the UK Children's Laureate from 2017-19.
Lauren grew up in Wiltshire as the middle child of three sisters and the daughter of two teachers. She has always been interested in the many aspects of childhood, from gazing into toy shop windows to watching American children's shows from the 1960s. After attending two Art Schools, she travelled for six months, still unsure about which career to embark upon.
Before writing and illustrating children's books Lauren started her own company 'Chandeliers for the People' making lampshades. It was only when she came to write and illustrate the book Clarice Bean, That's Me that she decided to devote her time to writing and illustrating books for children, which combines her fascination for childhood and her talent for designing and creating. Lauren gets her inspiration from other people's conversations or from seeing something funny happen.
Her book I Will Not Ever Never Eat A Tomato won the 2000 Kate Greenaway Medal. For the 50th anniversary of the Medal (1955–2005), a panel named it one of the top ten winning works, which comprised the shortlist for a public vote for the nation's favourite. It finished third in the public vote from that shortlist.
Lauren lives in North London.
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Samantha Tonge
Samantha Tonge
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Title: Will You Stay Another Day?
Genre: Contemporary fiction
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The Book;
If you could spend just one more day with someone, who would it be?
When Lili sends a jokey ‘knock-knock’ message to her best friend Em, she doesn’t expect to hear back. Because – as Lili notices the chill in the air, and the little robin in her garden – she realises Christmas must be just around the corner once again. A whole year since she last saw Em.
But then this time someone replies. ‘Who’s there?’ It can’t possibly be Em, but Lili wants to believe it could be, and she hastily suggests meeting.
However when she gets to the meeting place, there only one other person there waiting. A man. And not just any man. The most handsome man Lili’s ever seen, Dylan… And he is also waiting for someone he’s been missing.
As the days get shorter and Autumn turns to Winter, will two lonely hearts spend another Christmas without their loved ones? Or can they welcome an unexpected friendship? Or maybe even more, if they can just help each other to focus on not what they’ve lost, but what they’ve found…
The Author:
Samantha Tonge lives in Manchester UK with her husband and children. She studied German and French at university and has worked abroad, including a stint at Disneyland Paris. She has travelled widely.
Samantha has sold many dozens of short stories to women’s magazines. She is represented by Darley Anderson Agency & Associates. In 2015 her summer novel, Game of Scones, hit #5 in the UK Kindle chart and won the Love Stories Awards Best Romantic Ebook category. In 2020 one of her novels won the RNA's Jackie Collins Romantic Thriller Award. Currently Samantha writes uplifting, emotional women's fiction for Boldwood Books.
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Genre: Contemporary fiction
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The Book;
If you could spend just one more day with someone, who would it be?
When Lili sends a jokey ‘knock-knock’ message to her best friend Em, she doesn’t expect to hear back. Because – as Lili notices the chill in the air, and the little robin in her garden – she realises Christmas must be just around the corner once again. A whole year since she last saw Em.
But then this time someone replies. ‘Who’s there?’ It can’t possibly be Em, but Lili wants to believe it could be, and she hastily suggests meeting.
However when she gets to the meeting place, there only one other person there waiting. A man. And not just any man. The most handsome man Lili’s ever seen, Dylan… And he is also waiting for someone he’s been missing.
As the days get shorter and Autumn turns to Winter, will two lonely hearts spend another Christmas without their loved ones? Or can they welcome an unexpected friendship? Or maybe even more, if they can just help each other to focus on not what they’ve lost, but what they’ve found…
The Author:
Samantha Tonge lives in Manchester UK with her husband and children. She studied German and French at university and has worked abroad, including a stint at Disneyland Paris. She has travelled widely.
Samantha has sold many dozens of short stories to women’s magazines. She is represented by Darley Anderson Agency & Associates. In 2015 her summer novel, Game of Scones, hit #5 in the UK Kindle chart and won the Love Stories Awards Best Romantic Ebook category. In 2020 one of her novels won the RNA's Jackie Collins Romantic Thriller Award. Currently Samantha writes uplifting, emotional women's fiction for Boldwood Books.
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Claire Huston
Claire Huston
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Book Title: Bella's Countryside Christmas
Genre: Cosy winter romance
Format: Paperback
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The Book :
Fleeing her heartache and horrendous job, Bella stumbles upon a December wedding in the beautiful village of Haileybrook and the spirit of the season moves her to act as a fake date to handsome stranger Jack.
Jack and Bella hit it off, but Bella has to leave in a hurry and their magical evening soon becomes nothing more than a blissful memory.
A year later, Bella is returning to Haileybrook, seeking a fresh start and a quieter life. With a new job close to her cosy cottage home, a peaceful Christmas is surely only days away.
But it’s not long before family surprises, small-town feuds and romantic drama disrupt Bella’s plans, and she has to wonder if being alone is what she really wants for Christmas …
The Author:
Claire Huston lives in Warwickshire, UK, with her husband and two children. She writes uplifting modern love stories about characters who are meant for each other but sometimes need a little help to realise it.
A keen amateur baker, she enjoys making cakes, biscuits and brownies almost as much as eating them. You can find recipes for all the cakes mentioned in Art and Soul at http://clairehuston.co.uk along with over 150 other recipes. This is also where she talks about and reviews books.
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Genre: Cosy winter romance
Format: Paperback
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The Book :
Fleeing her heartache and horrendous job, Bella stumbles upon a December wedding in the beautiful village of Haileybrook and the spirit of the season moves her to act as a fake date to handsome stranger Jack.
Jack and Bella hit it off, but Bella has to leave in a hurry and their magical evening soon becomes nothing more than a blissful memory.
A year later, Bella is returning to Haileybrook, seeking a fresh start and a quieter life. With a new job close to her cosy cottage home, a peaceful Christmas is surely only days away.
But it’s not long before family surprises, small-town feuds and romantic drama disrupt Bella’s plans, and she has to wonder if being alone is what she really wants for Christmas …
The Author:
Claire Huston lives in Warwickshire, UK, with her husband and two children. She writes uplifting modern love stories about characters who are meant for each other but sometimes need a little help to realise it.
A keen amateur baker, she enjoys making cakes, biscuits and brownies almost as much as eating them. You can find recipes for all the cakes mentioned in Art and Soul at http://clairehuston.co.uk along with over 150 other recipes. This is also where she talks about and reviews books.
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Jenny Kane
Jenny Kane
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Title: Frost Falls at The Potting Shed
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Format: Paperback
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The Book;
It has always been Maddie Willand's dream to take over her father's plant nursery. But after his sudden death, she is devastated to discover that she might lose The Potting Shed forever.
Maddie's bossy older sister, Sabi, is joint owner of the nursery, and she's convinced that the best thing for both of them would be to sell up. Determined to keep the business going, Maddie can't afford any distractions, but staying focused might be harder than she thinks when – after a major garden centre chain puts in an offer – her search for legal advice throws her into the path of attractive lawyer Ed...
As frost begins to fall over The Potting Shed, will Maddie find the strength to save her father's legacy and open herself up to new beginnings?
The Author:
Usually to be found within range of plate of hot buttered toast, a huge mug of black coffee, and a with a bar of emergency chocolate tucked in her jacket pocket, Jenny Kane spends her days in her local café typing away...
Inspired by everything and anything, Jenny combines her past experiences as an archaeologist, university tutor, cheese seller, newsagent, Welsh hat maker, Robin Hood obsessive, and data clerk, with the sights and sounds of everyday life, to weave tales of relaxingly relatable romance.
Look out for the brand new #MillGrange series - including Midsummer Dreams at Mill Grange - and the forthcoming, Autumn Leaves at Mill Grange and Spring Blossom at Mill Grange.
Jenny's Cornish novels - A Cornish Escape and A Cornish Wedding have received fabulous reviews and her romcom, Another Cup of Coffee, was a long time bestseller - as were its sequels - Another Cup of Christmas, Christmas in the Cotswolds, Christmas at the Castle and Another Glass of Champagne.
Jenny also writes historical mysteries under the name of Jennifer Ash.
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Genre: Romantic Comedy
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The Book;
It has always been Maddie Willand's dream to take over her father's plant nursery. But after his sudden death, she is devastated to discover that she might lose The Potting Shed forever.
Maddie's bossy older sister, Sabi, is joint owner of the nursery, and she's convinced that the best thing for both of them would be to sell up. Determined to keep the business going, Maddie can't afford any distractions, but staying focused might be harder than she thinks when – after a major garden centre chain puts in an offer – her search for legal advice throws her into the path of attractive lawyer Ed...
As frost begins to fall over The Potting Shed, will Maddie find the strength to save her father's legacy and open herself up to new beginnings?
The Author:
Usually to be found within range of plate of hot buttered toast, a huge mug of black coffee, and a with a bar of emergency chocolate tucked in her jacket pocket, Jenny Kane spends her days in her local café typing away...
Inspired by everything and anything, Jenny combines her past experiences as an archaeologist, university tutor, cheese seller, newsagent, Welsh hat maker, Robin Hood obsessive, and data clerk, with the sights and sounds of everyday life, to weave tales of relaxingly relatable romance.
Look out for the brand new #MillGrange series - including Midsummer Dreams at Mill Grange - and the forthcoming, Autumn Leaves at Mill Grange and Spring Blossom at Mill Grange.
Jenny's Cornish novels - A Cornish Escape and A Cornish Wedding have received fabulous reviews and her romcom, Another Cup of Coffee, was a long time bestseller - as were its sequels - Another Cup of Christmas, Christmas in the Cotswolds, Christmas at the Castle and Another Glass of Champagne.
Jenny also writes historical mysteries under the name of Jennifer Ash.
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Fleur Hitchcock
Fleur Hitchcock
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Book Title: Murder at Christmas
Genre: Childrens Fiction
Format: Paperback
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The Book:
After another dreary term away at school, Grace is desperate to see her mum and brother again. Excited to spend Christmas with them, she arrives in Bath full of expectation and happiness. But the family's time together is suddenly interrupted when a shocking murder at their hotel throws everything into chaos. And when Grace's mum disappears soon afterwards, Grace trusts nobody.
With her mum missing and younger brother Billy in tow, Grace enlists the help of new friends Olive and Doug. Streetwise and clever, they help Grace and Billy come up with a plan to find out why Mum left the hotel and what happened to her.
Full of twists and turns, the mystery takes the four friends on an adventure. And as they start to uncover the truth behind the murder, they wonder if anyone at the hotel is really who they say they are.
The Author:
Fleur has worked as a shop assistant, a dinner lady and a curator. She has pulled up more dandelions than a person should and painted hundreds and hundreds of small wooden boats for her husband, who is a toymaker. She works as a children's bookseller, she has two almost grown up children and she lives in the West Country.
Her books are adventures, or mysteries or thrilling mysteries with added adventure. Dubbed as writing "thrillers for beginners" by the Sunday Times she continues to aim to keep her readers on the edges of their seats
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Genre: Childrens Fiction
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The Book:
After another dreary term away at school, Grace is desperate to see her mum and brother again. Excited to spend Christmas with them, she arrives in Bath full of expectation and happiness. But the family's time together is suddenly interrupted when a shocking murder at their hotel throws everything into chaos. And when Grace's mum disappears soon afterwards, Grace trusts nobody.
With her mum missing and younger brother Billy in tow, Grace enlists the help of new friends Olive and Doug. Streetwise and clever, they help Grace and Billy come up with a plan to find out why Mum left the hotel and what happened to her.
Full of twists and turns, the mystery takes the four friends on an adventure. And as they start to uncover the truth behind the murder, they wonder if anyone at the hotel is really who they say they are.
The Author:
Fleur has worked as a shop assistant, a dinner lady and a curator. She has pulled up more dandelions than a person should and painted hundreds and hundreds of small wooden boats for her husband, who is a toymaker. She works as a children's bookseller, she has two almost grown up children and she lives in the West Country.
Her books are adventures, or mysteries or thrilling mysteries with added adventure. Dubbed as writing "thrillers for beginners" by the Sunday Times she continues to aim to keep her readers on the edges of their seats
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£ 136
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Milly Johnson
Milly Johnson
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"There will be AT LEAST a signed hardback of ‘Let the Bells Ring Out’ with planner, pen, make up bag, mug, coaster, travel soap, bag, chocs but also lots of little unexpected surprises!"
Title: Let The Bells Ring Out
Genre: Rom Com
Format: Hardback - First Edition
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The Book;
Seven people, four days and a snowy Christmas on board a luxury sleeper train. This festive season getting away from it all takes on a new meaning…
‘Escaping into Milly’s world is always a joy and Let The Bells Ring Out is Christmas perfection!’ JILL MANSELL
The Yorkshire Belle is a glamorous steam train all decked out for an escapist festive getaway. It is not supposed to be where a group of people, all trying to get to their destinations for the holidays, will spend their Christmas.
Seven people, each with their own hopes and dreams, secrets and sorrows, board the train as strangers, but as the snow keeps falling and they realise they are going nowhere fast, they are forced to slow down and embrace the present.
This Christmas on board the Yorkshire Belle, will the friendships they make change their lives forever?
The Author:
Milly Johnson was born, raised and still lives in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. A Sunday Times bestseller, she is one of the Top 10 Female Fiction authors in the UK, and has sold millions of copies of her books sold across the world. Same Time Next Week is her twenty-second novel. Milly's writing highlights the importance of community spirit and the magic of kindness. Her books inspire and uplift but she packs a punch and never shies away from the hard realities of life and the complexities of relationships in her stories. Her books champion women, their strength and resilience, and celebrate love, friendship and the possibility and joy of second chances and renaissances. She writes stories about ordinary women and the extraordinary things that happen in their ordinary lives.
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"There will be AT LEAST a signed hardback of ‘Let the Bells Ring Out’ with planner, pen, make up bag, mug, coaster, travel soap, bag, chocs but also lots of little unexpected surprises!"
Title: Let The Bells Ring Out
Genre: Rom Com
Format: Hardback - First Edition
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Seven people, four days and a snowy Christmas on board a luxury sleeper train. This festive season getting away from it all takes on a new meaning…
‘Escaping into Milly’s world is always a joy and Let The Bells Ring Out is Christmas perfection!’ JILL MANSELL
The Yorkshire Belle is a glamorous steam train all decked out for an escapist festive getaway. It is not supposed to be where a group of people, all trying to get to their destinations for the holidays, will spend their Christmas.
Seven people, each with their own hopes and dreams, secrets and sorrows, board the train as strangers, but as the snow keeps falling and they realise they are going nowhere fast, they are forced to slow down and embrace the present.
This Christmas on board the Yorkshire Belle, will the friendships they make change their lives forever?
The Author:
Milly Johnson was born, raised and still lives in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. A Sunday Times bestseller, she is one of the Top 10 Female Fiction authors in the UK, and has sold millions of copies of her books sold across the world. Same Time Next Week is her twenty-second novel. Milly's writing highlights the importance of community spirit and the magic of kindness. Her books inspire and uplift but she packs a punch and never shies away from the hard realities of life and the complexities of relationships in her stories. Her books champion women, their strength and resilience, and celebrate love, friendship and the possibility and joy of second chances and renaissances. She writes stories about ordinary women and the extraordinary things that happen in their ordinary lives.
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Sophie Claire
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Title: Christmas at the French Repair Shop
Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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The Book:
Christmas in the picturesque village of Willowbrook should be dreamy - twinkling fairylights, snow in the air, and a busy time for Amélie in the repair workshop she owns, restoring furniture and mending treasured objects for locals to give as Christmas gifts. But in the tiny community, Amélie keeps bumping into her ex, Jack - and it's killing her festive feeling.
Jack and Amélie were perfect for each other... until one day they weren't. And when Jack's attempt at reconciliation goes wrong, he finds himself locked in Amélie's van.
Driving to her aunt's house in the South of France, Amélie thinks she's finally going to get some peace over the festive period, but like it or not, she'll now be spending Christmas trapped on holiday with Jack. Could it help unwrap the secret to why they split up? Or will it be a gift they'd rather exchange?
The Author:
Sophie Claire writes uplifting emotional stories with their heart in Provence, where she spent her childhood summers. She is half French, half Scottish, was born in Africa and growing up in England she felt she didn’t belong anywhere – except in the pages of a book. Perhaps this is why she likes to help her characters find their home; a place in the world where they can be loved for themselves. Previously, she worked in marketing and proofreading academic papers, but writing is what she always considered her ‘real job’ and now she’s delighted to spend her days dreaming up heartwarming contemporary romance stories set in beautiful places.
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Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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The Book:
Christmas in the picturesque village of Willowbrook should be dreamy - twinkling fairylights, snow in the air, and a busy time for Amélie in the repair workshop she owns, restoring furniture and mending treasured objects for locals to give as Christmas gifts. But in the tiny community, Amélie keeps bumping into her ex, Jack - and it's killing her festive feeling.
Jack and Amélie were perfect for each other... until one day they weren't. And when Jack's attempt at reconciliation goes wrong, he finds himself locked in Amélie's van.
Driving to her aunt's house in the South of France, Amélie thinks she's finally going to get some peace over the festive period, but like it or not, she'll now be spending Christmas trapped on holiday with Jack. Could it help unwrap the secret to why they split up? Or will it be a gift they'd rather exchange?
The Author:
Sophie Claire writes uplifting emotional stories with their heart in Provence, where she spent her childhood summers. She is half French, half Scottish, was born in Africa and growing up in England she felt she didn’t belong anywhere – except in the pages of a book. Perhaps this is why she likes to help her characters find their home; a place in the world where they can be loved for themselves. Previously, she worked in marketing and proofreading academic papers, but writing is what she always considered her ‘real job’ and now she’s delighted to spend her days dreaming up heartwarming contemporary romance stories set in beautiful places.
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Title: Poppy’s Christmas Wishes
Genre: Rom Com
Format: Paperback
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The Book:
For the first time she can remember, Poppy is dreading Christmas. Unceremoniously dumped by her boyfriend after moving across the country for him, there's nothing cheery about the festive season this year.
Dragged to a Christmas ball by best friend Layla, Poppy meets gorgeous actor Gabe, who stars as a genie in a play. When he asks her what three wishes she would make, she realises it's quite simple: love, a job she's happy in and, just once in her life, to do something extraordinary.
Gabe and Poppy make a pact to help each other make their dreams come true. As they tick off their wishes, their friendship blossoms... But, as they discover, sometimes, what you want for Christmas isn't necessarily what you need...
A delicious romance to snuggle up with this festive season from the author of Wedding Bells at the Signal Box Café and The Cosy Little Cupcake Van.
The Author:
Annette Hannah is a Liver Bird who relocated to leafy Hertfordshire in the 80’s and now lives near a river with her husband, two of their three grown up children and a crazy black cocker spaniel. She writes Romantic comedies in settings inspired by the beautiful countryside around her and always with a nod to her hometown.
She worked in Marketing for many years as a qualified Marketeer which she loved as it tapped into her creative side.
As an avid reader, she began to review the books she read, became a book blogger and eventually plucked up the courage to fulfil her life long dream of writing a book.
For four years she was a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association’s new writers’ scheme, during which time she wrote a book a year.
After signing a two book deal with Orion Dash in 2020 she graduated to full member of the organisation and is also their Press Officer.
She loves long walks along the river, travelling to far flung places and spending time with her friends and family.
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Genre: Rom Com
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The Book:
For the first time she can remember, Poppy is dreading Christmas. Unceremoniously dumped by her boyfriend after moving across the country for him, there's nothing cheery about the festive season this year.
Dragged to a Christmas ball by best friend Layla, Poppy meets gorgeous actor Gabe, who stars as a genie in a play. When he asks her what three wishes she would make, she realises it's quite simple: love, a job she's happy in and, just once in her life, to do something extraordinary.
Gabe and Poppy make a pact to help each other make their dreams come true. As they tick off their wishes, their friendship blossoms... But, as they discover, sometimes, what you want for Christmas isn't necessarily what you need...
A delicious romance to snuggle up with this festive season from the author of Wedding Bells at the Signal Box Café and The Cosy Little Cupcake Van.
The Author:
Annette Hannah is a Liver Bird who relocated to leafy Hertfordshire in the 80’s and now lives near a river with her husband, two of their three grown up children and a crazy black cocker spaniel. She writes Romantic comedies in settings inspired by the beautiful countryside around her and always with a nod to her hometown.
She worked in Marketing for many years as a qualified Marketeer which she loved as it tapped into her creative side.
As an avid reader, she began to review the books she read, became a book blogger and eventually plucked up the courage to fulfil her life long dream of writing a book.
For four years she was a member of the Romantic Novelists’ Association’s new writers’ scheme, during which time she wrote a book a year.
After signing a two book deal with Orion Dash in 2020 she graduated to full member of the organisation and is also their Press Officer.
She loves long walks along the river, travelling to far flung places and spending time with her friends and family.
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Kate Thompson
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Title: Christmas Lights on Mistletoe Street
Genre: Children
Format: Picture Book
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It's three days until Christmas and Holly is fizzy with excitement! Her tree is a sparkle-fest, she's been to the Mistletoe Street Christmas Market and - best of all - she's met Father Christmas himself!
But when Holly notices that there's one house on her street which isn't lit up, she's determined to include its elderly resident, Ivy, in the Christmas fun. And when a power cut strikes on Christmas Eve, will anyone remember Ivy? And can Holly lead her neighbours to bring joy to the whole of Mistletoe Street?
A heartwarming and festive tale from new talent Kate Thompson and brought to life by Natelle Quek. This truly special book is perfect for sharing with the whole family at Christmas time.
The Author:
Kate Thompson spent much of her childhood with her nose in books, immersed in literary adventures. After a brief stint as a solicitor, Kate rediscovered her love of children’s books, and now spends her days living on the south coast gleefully immersed in literary adventures of her own making. She is regarded as an exciting new voice in picture books.
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The Book;
It's three days until Christmas and Holly is fizzy with excitement! Her tree is a sparkle-fest, she's been to the Mistletoe Street Christmas Market and - best of all - she's met Father Christmas himself!
But when Holly notices that there's one house on her street which isn't lit up, she's determined to include its elderly resident, Ivy, in the Christmas fun. And when a power cut strikes on Christmas Eve, will anyone remember Ivy? And can Holly lead her neighbours to bring joy to the whole of Mistletoe Street?
A heartwarming and festive tale from new talent Kate Thompson and brought to life by Natelle Quek. This truly special book is perfect for sharing with the whole family at Christmas time.
The Author:
Kate Thompson spent much of her childhood with her nose in books, immersed in literary adventures. After a brief stint as a solicitor, Kate rediscovered her love of children’s books, and now spends her days living on the south coast gleefully immersed in literary adventures of her own making. She is regarded as an exciting new voice in picture books.
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Trisha Ashley
Trisha Ashley
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This lot includes a signed copy of the paperback of The Book of Lost Stories by Sunday Times bestselling author Trisha Ashley as well as the audiobook version on MP3 CD, along with a custom embroidered gothic bookcase wall hanging, embroidered plush cat and assorted goodies made by her costumier son Robin Ashley (The wall hanging can be hung from the loops directly, or with a dowel through them first).
Book title: The Book of Lost Stories
Book Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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The Book:
A lost journal. A long-buried secret. A story waiting to be told.
Cleo Finch has loved gothic literature all her life. She’s spent years researching and writing her thesis on the works of one gothic novelist in particular, Orlando Browne, and is determined to prove that Browne was the pen name of a female author, Alys Weston.
But as her best friend Tris never fails to remind her, she still hasn’t succeeded in finding concrete evidence that proves this to be true.
That is, until Cleo’s Uncle Ambrose gifts her Alys’ very own diary.
As Cleo begins deciphering Alys' daily entries, she finds herself utterly absorbed by Alys' vivid descriptions - particularly of the rakish Lord Rayven - and the challenges Alys faced trying to keep Orlando’s true identity a secret.
And so, newly inspired, Cleo sets aside her thesis to pen a gothic novel of her own . . .
The Author:
Sunday Times Top Ten bestselling novelist Trisha Ashley writes romantic comedies, and her novels have twice been shortlisted for the Melissa Nathan Award for Romantic Comedy, as well as two shortlists and one win (in 2024) of the Romantic Novelists Association Popular Romantic Fiction Award. Every Woman for Herself was also nominated by magazine readers as one of the top three romantic novels of the last fifty years. She is from St Helens in West Lancashire, and believes that her typically dark Lancashire sense of humour in adversity, crossed with a good dose of Celtic creativity from her Welsh grandmother, has made her what she is today... whatever that is. Several of her novels are set in rural West Lancashire, West Yorkshire and Wales. They frequently explore aspects of the three F's that are a constant in her own life: Food, Flowers and Friendship, and include delicious recipes at the back. She is a long-term member of the Society of Authors. Trisha has a Penguin webpage at http://trishaashley.com where you can sign up for her newsletters and find all the latest book news. And on the official fan site at http://trishaworld.com you can find out more about her, check her forthcoming events, or see a complete list of her books.
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Book title: The Book of Lost Stories
Book Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
Dedication available: No, but signed
Postage: Global
The Book:
A lost journal. A long-buried secret. A story waiting to be told.
Cleo Finch has loved gothic literature all her life. She’s spent years researching and writing her thesis on the works of one gothic novelist in particular, Orlando Browne, and is determined to prove that Browne was the pen name of a female author, Alys Weston.
But as her best friend Tris never fails to remind her, she still hasn’t succeeded in finding concrete evidence that proves this to be true.
That is, until Cleo’s Uncle Ambrose gifts her Alys’ very own diary.
As Cleo begins deciphering Alys' daily entries, she finds herself utterly absorbed by Alys' vivid descriptions - particularly of the rakish Lord Rayven - and the challenges Alys faced trying to keep Orlando’s true identity a secret.
And so, newly inspired, Cleo sets aside her thesis to pen a gothic novel of her own . . .
The Author:
Sunday Times Top Ten bestselling novelist Trisha Ashley writes romantic comedies, and her novels have twice been shortlisted for the Melissa Nathan Award for Romantic Comedy, as well as two shortlists and one win (in 2024) of the Romantic Novelists Association Popular Romantic Fiction Award. Every Woman for Herself was also nominated by magazine readers as one of the top three romantic novels of the last fifty years. She is from St Helens in West Lancashire, and believes that her typically dark Lancashire sense of humour in adversity, crossed with a good dose of Celtic creativity from her Welsh grandmother, has made her what she is today... whatever that is. Several of her novels are set in rural West Lancashire, West Yorkshire and Wales. They frequently explore aspects of the three F's that are a constant in her own life: Food, Flowers and Friendship, and include delicious recipes at the back. She is a long-term member of the Society of Authors. Trisha has a Penguin webpage at http://trishaashley.com where you can sign up for her newsletters and find all the latest book news. And on the official fan site at http://trishaworld.com you can find out more about her, check her forthcoming events, or see a complete list of her books.
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Title: Snowfall Over Halesmere House
Genre: Contemporary - Humour
Format: Paperback
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Welcome to Halesmere House, where romance might be just around the corner…
After years of living in the past, Ella is ready to start building a future. The perfect opportunity presents itself when she is offered a short-term role at Halesmere House in the Lake District, and tasked with kick-starting its artists' residence. She can't wait to start and explore a new career in an inspiring location.
But when Ella arrives at Halesmere, she wonders if she’s made a huge mistake after she clashes with Max, the new owner. Max has his own reasons to be unsettled by her presence, but despite his misgivings it seems everyone else loves having Ella around. As a single dad, it’s his children’s attachment to her that bothers him most. Who will pick up the pieces when Ella leaves?
What Max doesn’t know is that Ella is falling for more than just the Lake District and the community around her. Can her temporary job lead to a permanent happy ending?
The Author:
Suzanne writes contemporary and uplifting fiction with a vibrant sense of setting and community connecting the lives of her characters. A horticulturist who lives with her family in Lancashire, her books are inspired by a love of landscape, romance and rural life. Her debut novel, The Cottage of New Beginnings, was a contender for the RNA’s Joan Hessayon Award and she is currently writing the Hartfell Village series for Canelo. Suzanne is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and the Society of Authors.
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Genre: Contemporary - Humour
Format: Paperback
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Welcome to Halesmere House, where romance might be just around the corner…
After years of living in the past, Ella is ready to start building a future. The perfect opportunity presents itself when she is offered a short-term role at Halesmere House in the Lake District, and tasked with kick-starting its artists' residence. She can't wait to start and explore a new career in an inspiring location.
But when Ella arrives at Halesmere, she wonders if she’s made a huge mistake after she clashes with Max, the new owner. Max has his own reasons to be unsettled by her presence, but despite his misgivings it seems everyone else loves having Ella around. As a single dad, it’s his children’s attachment to her that bothers him most. Who will pick up the pieces when Ella leaves?
What Max doesn’t know is that Ella is falling for more than just the Lake District and the community around her. Can her temporary job lead to a permanent happy ending?
The Author:
Suzanne writes contemporary and uplifting fiction with a vibrant sense of setting and community connecting the lives of her characters. A horticulturist who lives with her family in Lancashire, her books are inspired by a love of landscape, romance and rural life. Her debut novel, The Cottage of New Beginnings, was a contender for the RNA’s Joan Hessayon Award and she is currently writing the Hartfell Village series for Canelo. Suzanne is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and the Society of Authors.
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Title: Christmas at the Home Farm Vets
Genre: Contemporary Humour
Format: Paperback
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The Book;
Ten years ago, Erin had her heart broken by fellow vet student Oli. Now, she’s his landlord.
All Erin wants is independence and security. All Oli does is travel the world after locuming at practices for a few months. So when he comes back into Erin’s life, she knows it’s temporary, no matter the lingering looks he gives her.
With Christmas approaching, the vet practice is busier than ever, and Erin is surprised at how well she and Oli work together to help the animals of Hartfell. From sharing meals in her cramped cottage to meandering the village fayre, the wall Erin has built around her heart begins to crumble.
But Oli’s contract is coming to an end and he’s shown no sign of wanting to stay. Has she set herself up for another heartbreak from the only man she’s ever loved? Or will she realise that being independent sometimes means relying on others, and security comes with taking risks?
The Author:
Suzanne writes contemporary and uplifting fiction with a vibrant sense of setting and community connecting the lives of her characters. A horticulturist who lives with her family in Lancashire, her books are inspired by a love of landscape, romance and rural life. Her debut novel, The Cottage of New Beginnings, was a contender for the RNA’s Joan Hessayon Award and she is currently writing the Hartfell Village series for Canelo. Suzanne is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and the Society of Authors.
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Genre: Contemporary Humour
Format: Paperback
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The Book;
Ten years ago, Erin had her heart broken by fellow vet student Oli. Now, she’s his landlord.
All Erin wants is independence and security. All Oli does is travel the world after locuming at practices for a few months. So when he comes back into Erin’s life, she knows it’s temporary, no matter the lingering looks he gives her.
With Christmas approaching, the vet practice is busier than ever, and Erin is surprised at how well she and Oli work together to help the animals of Hartfell. From sharing meals in her cramped cottage to meandering the village fayre, the wall Erin has built around her heart begins to crumble.
But Oli’s contract is coming to an end and he’s shown no sign of wanting to stay. Has she set herself up for another heartbreak from the only man she’s ever loved? Or will she realise that being independent sometimes means relying on others, and security comes with taking risks?
The Author:
Suzanne writes contemporary and uplifting fiction with a vibrant sense of setting and community connecting the lives of her characters. A horticulturist who lives with her family in Lancashire, her books are inspired by a love of landscape, romance and rural life. Her debut novel, The Cottage of New Beginnings, was a contender for the RNA’s Joan Hessayon Award and she is currently writing the Hartfell Village series for Canelo. Suzanne is a member of the Romantic Novelists Association and the Society of Authors.
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£ 16
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Attie Lime
Attie Lime
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Title 1: Blue Jelly and Strawberries: Poems to Tickle Your Tastebuds
Title 2: A Welly Full of Christmas: Poems For Festive Fun
Genre: Children's Poetry
Format: Paperbacks
Dedications available: Yes
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Title 1: Blue Jelly and Strawberries: Poems to Tickle Your Tastebuds
Does T-Rex like a tickle? Do mercats chase mermice under the sea? Would you carry a frog in your hat – or play pingpong with peas? Or perhaps you could find a tree that grows doughnuts – and then eat blue jelly and strawberries! This is a joyful and exuberant debut collection for younger readers by a poet who is already a popular performer in schools.
Title 2: A Welly Full of Christmas: Poems For Festive Fun
A Welly Full of Christmas is a fantastic wordy feast, celebrating the Christmas season with a load of fun and a sprinkling of wonder. This collection of poems takes us from the first mince pie to the undecorating of the Christmas tree, along the way meeting characters such as an elf named Jeremy, a very excitable musician, and a snow-soft Christmas cat. Featuring poems to laugh at, join in with, and quietly contemplate, Attie Lime's Christmas collection is sure to get you in the festive spirit.
Author Bio:
Attie Lime grew up in the Northumberland
countryside. She has been widely published online, and in print
magazines and anthologies. Attie
has worked as a primary school and
a preschool teacher and now enjoys
visiting schools and festivals as a poet,
with the help of her poetry parrot, Marjorie. Blue Jelly and Strawberries is Attie’s debut solo collection. She lives in the East Midlands with her husband, sons, and bitey cat.
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Title 2: A Welly Full of Christmas: Poems For Festive Fun
Genre: Children's Poetry
Format: Paperbacks
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Title 1: Blue Jelly and Strawberries: Poems to Tickle Your Tastebuds
Does T-Rex like a tickle? Do mercats chase mermice under the sea? Would you carry a frog in your hat – or play pingpong with peas? Or perhaps you could find a tree that grows doughnuts – and then eat blue jelly and strawberries! This is a joyful and exuberant debut collection for younger readers by a poet who is already a popular performer in schools.
Title 2: A Welly Full of Christmas: Poems For Festive Fun
A Welly Full of Christmas is a fantastic wordy feast, celebrating the Christmas season with a load of fun and a sprinkling of wonder. This collection of poems takes us from the first mince pie to the undecorating of the Christmas tree, along the way meeting characters such as an elf named Jeremy, a very excitable musician, and a snow-soft Christmas cat. Featuring poems to laugh at, join in with, and quietly contemplate, Attie Lime's Christmas collection is sure to get you in the festive spirit.
Author Bio:
Attie Lime grew up in the Northumberland
countryside. She has been widely published online, and in print
magazines and anthologies. Attie
has worked as a primary school and
a preschool teacher and now enjoys
visiting schools and festivals as a poet,
with the help of her poetry parrot, Marjorie. Blue Jelly and Strawberries is Attie’s debut solo collection. She lives in the East Midlands with her husband, sons, and bitey cat.
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Title 1: The Night Before Christmas
Title 2: The Day After Christmas
Genre: Romantic Comedies
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Title 1: The Night Before Christmas
Felicity Brooks is a bit of a Scrooge—but when she meets a man dressed as a giant penguin on Christmas Eve, could it spell a change of heart?
The ridiculous music. The excessive presents. The stupid Christmas sweaters. Felicity wants nothing more than to escape it all, and she pounces on the chance to work shifts over the holiday season at an animal rescue center. After all, it's the only place that brings her true happiness.
But one day, her evening is disturbed by a stranger named James—dressed as a penguin and cradling a weak kitten. As Felicity and James work together to nurse the sick feline back to health, it gives them the perfect excuse to bond over their mutual dislike of all things festive. And soon, sparks fly.
However, their attraction is interrupted when Felicity's ex-boyfriend Adam returns to declare his undying love. And when she's let down by both men, Felicity decides to return to her childhood home for some peace. While there, she uncovers an array of family secrets, and even more about herself—which may just help her to make a choice between the penguin and the ex . . .
Title 2: The Day After Christmas
Felicity Brooks always hated Christmas. But after one unforgettable festive season with James the Penguin Man, she's finally learned to embrace twinkling lights, hot chocolate kisses—and the power of starting again.
Now, months later, Felicity's trying to keep it all together. Her dream of motherhood has been shattered. She's somehow ended up planning a wedding for her ex and his chaotic bride-to-be. And then—just to keep things interesting—her estranged father turns up at the animal rescue centre where she works, unannounced, after thirty years away.
As Felicity navigates a whirlwind of animal antics, wedding disasters, family secrets, and one very unexpected donkey, she must decide what she really wants her future to look like. And when James begins acting strangely again, Felicity fears her happy ending may be slipping away—until one snowy Christmas morning reveals the surprise of a lifetime…
The Author:
Nicola is a former journalist and now a chartered public relations professional, one of only 600 with that status in the UK. In her day job she heads up the communications and campaigns department at Redwings, the largest horse welfare charity in the country.
While writing about ponies is a dream come true in its own right, being a novelist has long been the ultimate goal. Since reviving this in earnest in 2021 in snatches of spare time, she has been placed runner up in the Daily Mail First Novel competition, and longlisted both in the Mslexia Novel Prize and with Penguin Michael Joseph. That’s all well and good but Nicola is particularly proud of a sparkly pen which came as a runners up prize for Comedy Women in Print Flash Fiction, run by Helen Lederer!
In 2023 she also published a chapter which formed part of a collection of stories around mental health called ‘Will You Read This Please?’, edited by Dr Joanna Cannon and co-authored with renowned author Jenn Ashworth.
Nicola’s debut novel, The Night Before Christmas, a romantic comedy featuring giant penguins, rescued cats, and an unforgettable heroine, was released in September 2024, and has now been shortlisted for Debut Novel of the Year at the Romantic Novel Awards run by the Romantic Novelists Association.
She lives in Norfolk with her husband, young daughter and three chaotic cats*
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Title 2: The Day After Christmas
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Title 1: The Night Before Christmas
Felicity Brooks is a bit of a Scrooge—but when she meets a man dressed as a giant penguin on Christmas Eve, could it spell a change of heart?
The ridiculous music. The excessive presents. The stupid Christmas sweaters. Felicity wants nothing more than to escape it all, and she pounces on the chance to work shifts over the holiday season at an animal rescue center. After all, it's the only place that brings her true happiness.
But one day, her evening is disturbed by a stranger named James—dressed as a penguin and cradling a weak kitten. As Felicity and James work together to nurse the sick feline back to health, it gives them the perfect excuse to bond over their mutual dislike of all things festive. And soon, sparks fly.
However, their attraction is interrupted when Felicity's ex-boyfriend Adam returns to declare his undying love. And when she's let down by both men, Felicity decides to return to her childhood home for some peace. While there, she uncovers an array of family secrets, and even more about herself—which may just help her to make a choice between the penguin and the ex . . .
Title 2: The Day After Christmas
Felicity Brooks always hated Christmas. But after one unforgettable festive season with James the Penguin Man, she's finally learned to embrace twinkling lights, hot chocolate kisses—and the power of starting again.
Now, months later, Felicity's trying to keep it all together. Her dream of motherhood has been shattered. She's somehow ended up planning a wedding for her ex and his chaotic bride-to-be. And then—just to keep things interesting—her estranged father turns up at the animal rescue centre where she works, unannounced, after thirty years away.
As Felicity navigates a whirlwind of animal antics, wedding disasters, family secrets, and one very unexpected donkey, she must decide what she really wants her future to look like. And when James begins acting strangely again, Felicity fears her happy ending may be slipping away—until one snowy Christmas morning reveals the surprise of a lifetime…
The Author:
Nicola is a former journalist and now a chartered public relations professional, one of only 600 with that status in the UK. In her day job she heads up the communications and campaigns department at Redwings, the largest horse welfare charity in the country.
While writing about ponies is a dream come true in its own right, being a novelist has long been the ultimate goal. Since reviving this in earnest in 2021 in snatches of spare time, she has been placed runner up in the Daily Mail First Novel competition, and longlisted both in the Mslexia Novel Prize and with Penguin Michael Joseph. That’s all well and good but Nicola is particularly proud of a sparkly pen which came as a runners up prize for Comedy Women in Print Flash Fiction, run by Helen Lederer!
In 2023 she also published a chapter which formed part of a collection of stories around mental health called ‘Will You Read This Please?’, edited by Dr Joanna Cannon and co-authored with renowned author Jenn Ashworth.
Nicola’s debut novel, The Night Before Christmas, a romantic comedy featuring giant penguins, rescued cats, and an unforgettable heroine, was released in September 2024, and has now been shortlisted for Debut Novel of the Year at the Romantic Novel Awards run by the Romantic Novelists Association.
She lives in Norfolk with her husband, young daughter and three chaotic cats*
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Book Title: Bella's Countryside Christmas
Genre: Cosy winter romance
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Fleeing her heartache and horrendous job, Bella stumbles upon a December wedding in the beautiful village of Haileybrook and the spirit of the season moves her to act as a fake date to handsome stranger Jack.
Jack and Bella hit it off, but Bella has to leave in a hurry and their magical evening soon becomes nothing more than a blissful memory.
A year later, Bella is returning to Haileybrook, seeking a fresh start and a quieter life. With a new job close to her cosy cottage home, a peaceful Christmas is surely only days away.
But it’s not long before family surprises, small-town feuds and romantic drama disrupt Bella’s plans, and she has to wonder if being alone is what she really wants for Christmas …
The Author:
Claire Huston lives in Warwickshire, UK, with her husband and two children. She writes uplifting modern love stories about characters who are meant for each other but sometimes need a little help to realise it.
A keen amateur baker, she enjoys making cakes, biscuits and brownies almost as much as eating them. You can find recipes for all the cakes mentioned in Art and Soul at http://clairehuston.co.uk along with over 150 other recipes. This is also where she talks about and reviews books.
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Genre: Cosy winter romance
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Fleeing her heartache and horrendous job, Bella stumbles upon a December wedding in the beautiful village of Haileybrook and the spirit of the season moves her to act as a fake date to handsome stranger Jack.
Jack and Bella hit it off, but Bella has to leave in a hurry and their magical evening soon becomes nothing more than a blissful memory.
A year later, Bella is returning to Haileybrook, seeking a fresh start and a quieter life. With a new job close to her cosy cottage home, a peaceful Christmas is surely only days away.
But it’s not long before family surprises, small-town feuds and romantic drama disrupt Bella’s plans, and she has to wonder if being alone is what she really wants for Christmas …
The Author:
Claire Huston lives in Warwickshire, UK, with her husband and two children. She writes uplifting modern love stories about characters who are meant for each other but sometimes need a little help to realise it.
A keen amateur baker, she enjoys making cakes, biscuits and brownies almost as much as eating them. You can find recipes for all the cakes mentioned in Art and Soul at http://clairehuston.co.uk along with over 150 other recipes. This is also where she talks about and reviews books.
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Title: A Scrooge Mystery
Genre: Crime / festive crime
Format: Hardback
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When everyone's favourite reformed miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, errs from the path of goodness, he starts seeing spirits again - this time of a girl, whose murder he must solve if he is to avoid the dreaded vision of The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.
'A COMPLETELY COMPELLING CHRISTMAS READ' Jonathan Whitelaw
'AN ABSOLUTE CHRISTMAS CRACKER' Fiona Leitch
Last Christmas, Ebenezer Scrooge was visited by three festive spirits, and the bleak vision of his future has haunted him ever since. He wants to be a good man, and he never wants to see another ghost as long as he lives.
But changing your ways for a day is easy. Changing your ways for ever is a little trickier. Almost a year on, Scrooge is slipping back into bad habits.
When a lucrative business opportunity comes his way, he jumps at the chance to make some quick money . . . to give to the poor, obviously . . .
But then Scrooge sees her. Another ghost, silent and terrifying. Then Bob Cratchit is arrested for the woman's murder, and Scrooge sees only one way to save both his loyal employee and himself: he must solve this crime.
Scrooge's investigation takes him from the heights of business on the Royal Exchange to the depths of London's criminal underworld alongside the formidable Widow Tassell, boot-boy Jem and Tiny Tim. And as Christmas draws closer, Scrooge begins to realise there's more at stake than his own soul.
The Author:
Before writing The Girl Who… I was a freelance writer, book reviewer and journalist. I’ve interviewed some amazing people about their incredible lives. I have written for women’s magazines including Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Good Housekeeping, Prima, that’s life!, Stylist and Real People. I have been Books Editor for Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping and Reclaim. I live on the South Coast with my lovely family. I spend most of my time avoiding them to try and write.
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Genre: Crime / festive crime
Format: Hardback
Dedication available: yes
Postage: UK only
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The Book:
When everyone's favourite reformed miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, errs from the path of goodness, he starts seeing spirits again - this time of a girl, whose murder he must solve if he is to avoid the dreaded vision of The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.
'A COMPLETELY COMPELLING CHRISTMAS READ' Jonathan Whitelaw
'AN ABSOLUTE CHRISTMAS CRACKER' Fiona Leitch
Last Christmas, Ebenezer Scrooge was visited by three festive spirits, and the bleak vision of his future has haunted him ever since. He wants to be a good man, and he never wants to see another ghost as long as he lives.
But changing your ways for a day is easy. Changing your ways for ever is a little trickier. Almost a year on, Scrooge is slipping back into bad habits.
When a lucrative business opportunity comes his way, he jumps at the chance to make some quick money . . . to give to the poor, obviously . . .
But then Scrooge sees her. Another ghost, silent and terrifying. Then Bob Cratchit is arrested for the woman's murder, and Scrooge sees only one way to save both his loyal employee and himself: he must solve this crime.
Scrooge's investigation takes him from the heights of business on the Royal Exchange to the depths of London's criminal underworld alongside the formidable Widow Tassell, boot-boy Jem and Tiny Tim. And as Christmas draws closer, Scrooge begins to realise there's more at stake than his own soul.
The Author:
Before writing The Girl Who… I was a freelance writer, book reviewer and journalist. I’ve interviewed some amazing people about their incredible lives. I have written for women’s magazines including Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Good Housekeeping, Prima, that’s life!, Stylist and Real People. I have been Books Editor for Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping and Reclaim. I live on the South Coast with my lovely family. I spend most of my time avoiding them to try and write.
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Title: Murder At the Christmas Emporium
Genre: Crime / festive crime
Format: Hardback
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Christmas shopping can be murder.
It's Christmas Eve at the Emporium, a bespoke gift shop hidden in the depths of London's winding streets, where a select few shoppers are browsing its handcrafted delights.
But when they go to leave, they find the doors are locked and it isn't long before they realise this is no innocent mix-up. The shoppers have been trapped here by someone who knows their darkest secrets, who will stop at nothing until they have all been unwrapped - and there is a gruesome gift waiting in Santa's grotto . . .
For those that survive the night, it will be a Christmas to remember.
The Author:
Before writing The Girl Who… I was a freelance writer, book reviewer and journalist. I’ve interviewed some amazing people about their incredible lives. I have written for women’s magazines including Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Good Housekeeping, Prima, that’s life!, Stylist and Real People. I have been Books Editor for Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping and Reclaim. I live on the South Coast with my lovely family. I spend most of my time avoiding them to try and write.
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Christmas shopping can be murder.
It's Christmas Eve at the Emporium, a bespoke gift shop hidden in the depths of London's winding streets, where a select few shoppers are browsing its handcrafted delights.
But when they go to leave, they find the doors are locked and it isn't long before they realise this is no innocent mix-up. The shoppers have been trapped here by someone who knows their darkest secrets, who will stop at nothing until they have all been unwrapped - and there is a gruesome gift waiting in Santa's grotto . . .
For those that survive the night, it will be a Christmas to remember.
The Author:
Before writing The Girl Who… I was a freelance writer, book reviewer and journalist. I’ve interviewed some amazing people about their incredible lives. I have written for women’s magazines including Cosmopolitan, Grazia, Good Housekeeping, Prima, that’s life!, Stylist and Real People. I have been Books Editor for Cosmopolitan, Good Housekeeping and Reclaim. I live on the South Coast with my lovely family. I spend most of my time avoiding them to try and write.
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Title: A Head Over Heels Christmas
Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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A Florentine Christmas: Three families. One city of art. A holiday that will change everything.
The cobblestone streets of Florence set the scene for a reunion years in the making. Best friends Evie, Grace and Alex, along with their husbands and a lively brood of children, converge on the enchanting Italian city for what promises to be a magical Christmas getaway.
Each couple arrives with their own agenda: Evie and James hope to mend fences with their eldest daughter, Immy, and her disapproved-of French beau; Alex and Mark can't wait to have their far-flung offspring reunited under one roof; and Grace and Tom are simply looking forward to their first overseas trip in years with their ten-year-old twins.
Excited for Renaissance masterpieces, steaming espressos and a lavish Christmas feast, the group embarks on its Italian adventure. But Florence has more in store for them than Botticellis and bistros, and Evie and James' world is rocked when Immy drops a bombshell.
As the Christmas spirit flows and the snow begins to fall, old bonds are tested, new alliances form, and everyone must confront what family truly means in the face of unexpected change.
Unwrap the drama, romance and Christmas cheer in this standalone festive romp that reunites beloved characters from Head Over Heels, Hand on Heart and Urban Venus. But no prior reading required – just bring your appetite for 'amore', art and Aperol spritzes!
'Pure blissful festive escapism.'
'A great escape into the twinkly light of Christmas.'
The Author:
Sara Downing is an award-winning author of several genres, including romance and historical fiction. More recently she has become fascinated with the supernatural. Her first book in this genre, 'The Lost Boy', was followed up by 'I Let You Fall', which was the WINNER in the RNA Romantic Novel Awards 2023, Fantasy Romantic Novel category.
Sara lives in rural Worcestershire with her husband, three almost grown-up children, a Labrador and a cat. Before children she was a Chartered Accountant, but always knew her dream career lay elsewhere. She started writing in 2009 and hasn't since yearned to return to the world of accountancy.
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Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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A Florentine Christmas: Three families. One city of art. A holiday that will change everything.
The cobblestone streets of Florence set the scene for a reunion years in the making. Best friends Evie, Grace and Alex, along with their husbands and a lively brood of children, converge on the enchanting Italian city for what promises to be a magical Christmas getaway.
Each couple arrives with their own agenda: Evie and James hope to mend fences with their eldest daughter, Immy, and her disapproved-of French beau; Alex and Mark can't wait to have their far-flung offspring reunited under one roof; and Grace and Tom are simply looking forward to their first overseas trip in years with their ten-year-old twins.
Excited for Renaissance masterpieces, steaming espressos and a lavish Christmas feast, the group embarks on its Italian adventure. But Florence has more in store for them than Botticellis and bistros, and Evie and James' world is rocked when Immy drops a bombshell.
As the Christmas spirit flows and the snow begins to fall, old bonds are tested, new alliances form, and everyone must confront what family truly means in the face of unexpected change.
Unwrap the drama, romance and Christmas cheer in this standalone festive romp that reunites beloved characters from Head Over Heels, Hand on Heart and Urban Venus. But no prior reading required – just bring your appetite for 'amore', art and Aperol spritzes!
'Pure blissful festive escapism.'
'A great escape into the twinkly light of Christmas.'
The Author:
Sara Downing is an award-winning author of several genres, including romance and historical fiction. More recently she has become fascinated with the supernatural. Her first book in this genre, 'The Lost Boy', was followed up by 'I Let You Fall', which was the WINNER in the RNA Romantic Novel Awards 2023, Fantasy Romantic Novel category.
Sara lives in rural Worcestershire with her husband, three almost grown-up children, a Labrador and a cat. Before children she was a Chartered Accountant, but always knew her dream career lay elsewhere. She started writing in 2009 and hasn't since yearned to return to the world of accountancy.
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The whole set of the Whistledown Farms Adventures
Title 1: Finding Hope
Title 2: Rescuing Ruby
Title 3: Meeting Meg
Title 5: Saving Snowflake
Book genre: Children’s 7+
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Title 1: Finding Hope
The first book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales. .
With stunning illustrations from Rachael Dean throughout.
When ten-year-old Ava moves to Whistledown Farm while her parents are working abroad, she must swap city life for mud, wellies and animals. But as one catastrophe follows another, will Ava learn to love life on the farm and find hope in nature? And can a very special little lamb show Ava that when all might seem lost, hope can be found...
Title 2: Rescuing Ruby
The second book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales.
Ten-year-old Ava has swapped city life for mud, wellies and animals on Whistledown Farm. With the arrival of Autumn and as the leaves begins to fall, she rescues a tawny owl called Ruby. As Ava helps Ruby, she soon realises that learning to love means letting go as well . . .
Title 3: Meeting Meg
The third book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales.
It's summer at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do – from helping to shear the sheep to baling the hay. But then she meets a litter of border collie pups and suddenly the sunny days get a lot more complicated . .
Title 4: Saving Snowflake
The fourth book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales.
It's winter at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do – from harvesting the holly from the woods to sell at the Christmas market, to helping a hibernating hedgehog, to sledging. Then Ava finds a little kitten wandering up the farm track and suddenly the winter days get even busier for Ava.
The Author
Growing up, Nicola spent hours with her nose stuck in a book or filling notebooks with stories and sketches. After a successful career as a physiotherapist and raising two children she’s now come full circle and is writing again.
Nicola lives on a smallholding with her husband and two children. When she’s not mucking out chickens or feeding the sheep you’ll find her writing adventure stories for children.
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Title 1: Finding Hope
Title 2: Rescuing Ruby
Title 3: Meeting Meg
Title 5: Saving Snowflake
Book genre: Children’s 7+
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Title 1: Finding Hope
The first book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales. .
With stunning illustrations from Rachael Dean throughout.
When ten-year-old Ava moves to Whistledown Farm while her parents are working abroad, she must swap city life for mud, wellies and animals. But as one catastrophe follows another, will Ava learn to love life on the farm and find hope in nature? And can a very special little lamb show Ava that when all might seem lost, hope can be found...
Title 2: Rescuing Ruby
The second book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales.
Ten-year-old Ava has swapped city life for mud, wellies and animals on Whistledown Farm. With the arrival of Autumn and as the leaves begins to fall, she rescues a tawny owl called Ruby. As Ava helps Ruby, she soon realises that learning to love means letting go as well . . .
Title 3: Meeting Meg
The third book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales.
It's summer at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do – from helping to shear the sheep to baling the hay. But then she meets a litter of border collie pups and suddenly the sunny days get a lot more complicated . .
Title 4: Saving Snowflake
The fourth book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales.
It's winter at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do – from harvesting the holly from the woods to sell at the Christmas market, to helping a hibernating hedgehog, to sledging. Then Ava finds a little kitten wandering up the farm track and suddenly the winter days get even busier for Ava.
The Author
Growing up, Nicola spent hours with her nose stuck in a book or filling notebooks with stories and sketches. After a successful career as a physiotherapist and raising two children she’s now come full circle and is writing again.
Nicola lives on a smallholding with her husband and two children. When she’s not mucking out chickens or feeding the sheep you’ll find her writing adventure stories for children.
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Book title: Santa's Marvellous Mechanical Workshop
Book genre: Children
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“This festive story is timeless” - Woman's Weekly
A gorgeously illustrated celebration of creativity, upcycling and Christmas magic!
It's Christmas Eve at Lily's new house, but Lily misses the old one. Then, in a moment of magic, she is whisked away to the North Pole! Santa's elfbots need her help to invent new toys from used, discarded ones.
Lily comes to learn that with a dash of imagination, she can make anything - even, perhaps, a new home...
The perfect give for young budding engineers who love to invent things!
Perfect for fans of The Polar Express and Rosie Revere, Engineer.
This is the picture-book debut of Vashti Hardy, the Blue-Peter-Book-Award-winning author of children's novels known for their distinctive fusion of imagination and invention. Illustrator and rising star Katie Cottle was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize.
The Author:
Vashti Hardy's breathtaking middle grade fantasies are published across the world in several languages. Wildspark won the Blue Peter Book Award ‘Best Story’ in 2020 and the FCBG Children’s Book Awards and Brightstorm was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, Books are My Bag Awards and Leeds Book Award. Brightstorm was also selected for Independent Booksellers Book of the Season and Primary School Book Club Reads.
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“This festive story is timeless” - Woman's Weekly
A gorgeously illustrated celebration of creativity, upcycling and Christmas magic!
It's Christmas Eve at Lily's new house, but Lily misses the old one. Then, in a moment of magic, she is whisked away to the North Pole! Santa's elfbots need her help to invent new toys from used, discarded ones.
Lily comes to learn that with a dash of imagination, she can make anything - even, perhaps, a new home...
The perfect give for young budding engineers who love to invent things!
Perfect for fans of The Polar Express and Rosie Revere, Engineer.
This is the picture-book debut of Vashti Hardy, the Blue-Peter-Book-Award-winning author of children's novels known for their distinctive fusion of imagination and invention. Illustrator and rising star Katie Cottle was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize.
The Author:
Vashti Hardy's breathtaking middle grade fantasies are published across the world in several languages. Wildspark won the Blue Peter Book Award ‘Best Story’ in 2020 and the FCBG Children’s Book Awards and Brightstorm was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize, Books are My Bag Awards and Leeds Book Award. Brightstorm was also selected for Independent Booksellers Book of the Season and Primary School Book Club Reads.
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Title: Winter Nights at the Bay Bookshop
Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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'A gorgeous wintery tale about the kind of love that's meant to be, and the kind of books that leave a heart-shaped stamp on the soul.' #1 bestseller Shari Low ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It's the most wonderful time of the year at Bay Books, and a new love story is being written in the stars... ✨
Nestled amongst the comforting shelves of her beloved Bay Books, Lily Appleton finds the peace and quiet she needs. But with Christmas just around the corner, Lily has to find an extra pair of hands to help her share the bookish magic.
After selling his business, Lars Jóhannsson is feeling lost. A job at Bay Books would give him the space he needs to contemplate his next move, but returning would mean confronting a painful past he's been avoiding. He’s also fairly sure he’s the one person Lily would never want to see again.
Lily is torn. Lars could be the perfect fit for Bay Books, but he once rejected her friendship and the hurt still lingers. But working together, Lily discovers a vulnerability that Lars has kept hidden away, along with a few surprising secrets. And as the Christmas season sprinkles its magic, Lily discovers the warmth of renewed friendship and the joy of heartwarming traditions from Lars’s Icelandic roots.
Surrounded by the quiet magic of the season and the soft glow of festive lights, perhaps there’s even the possibility of finding a love as enchanting as the Northern Lights on a winter's night.
The Author:
I live in Scarborough on the stunning North Yorkshire Coast in the UK. My home inspired the creation of the fictional seaside town of Whitsborough Bay where I set many of my books. The Hedgehog Hollow series and Bumblebee Barn Collection take readers to a gorgeous countryside setting on the Yorkshire Wolds. In July 2023, I added the lakes and mountains to my settings with the start of my 'Escape to the Lakes' series. I absolutely love this part of the country and am loving writing a series in my happy place.
I live with my husband, our teenage daughter and sprocker spaniel, Ella. I'm a stationery addict with a notepad obsession who loves chocolate (although it doesn't love me), hedgehogs, 80s music, collectible teddy bears and lighthouses.
My career has mainly been in HR as a trainer and recruiter. I had a brief detour into retail to set up and manage my own specialist teddy bear shop and started writing my debut novel on quiet days in the shop.
In June 2020, I became a full-time author. I'm so very grateful to anyone who has bought or borrowed my books in whatever format, helping me fulfil a long-held dream of writing full-time. I still can't believe I get to spend every day chatting to my fictional friends and making stuff up.
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Genre: Romance
Format: Paperback
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The Book:
'A gorgeous wintery tale about the kind of love that's meant to be, and the kind of books that leave a heart-shaped stamp on the soul.' #1 bestseller Shari Low ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
It's the most wonderful time of the year at Bay Books, and a new love story is being written in the stars... ✨
Nestled amongst the comforting shelves of her beloved Bay Books, Lily Appleton finds the peace and quiet she needs. But with Christmas just around the corner, Lily has to find an extra pair of hands to help her share the bookish magic.
After selling his business, Lars Jóhannsson is feeling lost. A job at Bay Books would give him the space he needs to contemplate his next move, but returning would mean confronting a painful past he's been avoiding. He’s also fairly sure he’s the one person Lily would never want to see again.
Lily is torn. Lars could be the perfect fit for Bay Books, but he once rejected her friendship and the hurt still lingers. But working together, Lily discovers a vulnerability that Lars has kept hidden away, along with a few surprising secrets. And as the Christmas season sprinkles its magic, Lily discovers the warmth of renewed friendship and the joy of heartwarming traditions from Lars’s Icelandic roots.
Surrounded by the quiet magic of the season and the soft glow of festive lights, perhaps there’s even the possibility of finding a love as enchanting as the Northern Lights on a winter's night.
The Author:
I live in Scarborough on the stunning North Yorkshire Coast in the UK. My home inspired the creation of the fictional seaside town of Whitsborough Bay where I set many of my books. The Hedgehog Hollow series and Bumblebee Barn Collection take readers to a gorgeous countryside setting on the Yorkshire Wolds. In July 2023, I added the lakes and mountains to my settings with the start of my 'Escape to the Lakes' series. I absolutely love this part of the country and am loving writing a series in my happy place.
I live with my husband, our teenage daughter and sprocker spaniel, Ella. I'm a stationery addict with a notepad obsession who loves chocolate (although it doesn't love me), hedgehogs, 80s music, collectible teddy bears and lighthouses.
My career has mainly been in HR as a trainer and recruiter. I had a brief detour into retail to set up and manage my own specialist teddy bear shop and started writing my debut novel on quiet days in the shop.
In June 2020, I became a full-time author. I'm so very grateful to anyone who has bought or borrowed my books in whatever format, helping me fulfil a long-held dream of writing full-time. I still can't believe I get to spend every day chatting to my fictional friends and making stuff up.
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*Three Cosy Seasonal Romance Stories
Title 1: Every Christmas Eve
Title 2: This Christmas
Title 3: Maybe Next Christmas
Genre: Seasonal Contemporary Romance
Format: Paperbacks
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Title 1: Every Christmas Eve
Lou and Ben fell in love as teenagers at the Ballyheaney Christmas Eve party. Every winter, they saved the date for each other. Until everything changed one fateful night…
Now, after years away, widower Ben and his young daughter are back, determined to revive the legendary party. But with only two weeks to make it happen, they need help. So Ben turns to the one person he could never forget: Lou.
As the days tick down to another Christmas Eve together, old feelings and memories resurface. Will Lou and Ben seize this chance to rewrite their very own love story?
Praise for Maybe Next Christmas:
'I love a romance, and this is one of the best I've read.' The Sun
Title 2: This Christmas
Perfect for fans of The Holiday and Love, Actually, discover the heartwarming cozy Christmas romance to curl up with this winter from the bestselling author.
Readers love This Christmas:
‘A cosy, feel good read.’
‘Think The Holiday but so much better. . .’
‘A warm cosy winter’s hug in a book’
Two strangers. One double-booked cottage. This Christmas will be one to remember. . .
Rose used to love Christmas - until the year everything changed. She hasn't been home to visit her family for the holidays since.
Charlie is facing his first Christmas alone. It may be the most wonderful time of the year for some, but not for him. Not this year.
In search of comfort and seclusion, Rose escapes to a cottage in rural Donegal to hunker down for the festive season by herself.
But when Charlie opens the door to Seaview Cottage, the two strangers realise that their holiday rental has been double-booked.
They both expected to spend this Christmas alone. But their lives could be changed forever if they agree to spend it together. . .
Title 3: Maybe Next Christmas
'Perfect Christmas read!' 5* Reader review
'Ideal for anyone craving a cosy, feel-good Christmas romance!' 5* Reader review
'Like a big cosy hug' 5* Reader review
'Now THIS is EVERYTHING I wanted from a Christmas book!' 5* Reader review
On Christmas Eve, sweet-natured, obsessively organised hotel manager Bea and over-worked A&E nurse Ollie meet on the flight home to Ireland. They talk, sparks flying, the whole way. But when the plane lands, they wave goodbye, each secretly wondering if they’ll ever meet again.
A few months later, they bump into each other in London. The chance encounter leaves them breathless, til a tiny misunderstanding means that, yet again, they part as strangers. But as the next Christmas draws near, fate, it seems, won’t give up on Bea and Ollie… The only question is, will they listen to what the universe seems telling them?
Christmas Eve was just the beginning. Maybe next Christmas they’ll fall in love?
'I love a romance, and this is one of the best I've read.' The Sun
The Author:
Emma Heatherington is a bestselling author from Donaghmore, County Tyrone.
Her novels include the Amazon UK Top 10 bestseller and Amazon US hit, The Legacy of Lucy Harte, A Part of Me and You, A Miracle on Hope Street, Rewrite the Stars and Secrets in the Snow which debuted on The Bookseller's Heatseeker Chart at no.2.
As well as novels, Emma has written scripts for over 70 educational short films and plays and was ghostwriter for country legend Philomena Begley on her autobiography, My Life My Music My Memories (The O'Brien Press, 2017) and Nathan Carter's life story, Born For The Road (Penguin Ireland) which was shortlisted for the An Póst Irish Book Awards 2018.
She also regularly contributes to the Belfast Telegraph and Irish News newspapers and has appeared on chat shows on RTE, TV3 and UTV.
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Title 1: Every Christmas Eve
Title 2: This Christmas
Title 3: Maybe Next Christmas
Genre: Seasonal Contemporary Romance
Format: Paperbacks
Signed: dedications are Available
Bids Accepted: UK Only
Title 1: Every Christmas Eve
Lou and Ben fell in love as teenagers at the Ballyheaney Christmas Eve party. Every winter, they saved the date for each other. Until everything changed one fateful night…
Now, after years away, widower Ben and his young daughter are back, determined to revive the legendary party. But with only two weeks to make it happen, they need help. So Ben turns to the one person he could never forget: Lou.
As the days tick down to another Christmas Eve together, old feelings and memories resurface. Will Lou and Ben seize this chance to rewrite their very own love story?
Praise for Maybe Next Christmas:
'I love a romance, and this is one of the best I've read.' The Sun
Title 2: This Christmas
Perfect for fans of The Holiday and Love, Actually, discover the heartwarming cozy Christmas romance to curl up with this winter from the bestselling author.
Readers love This Christmas:
‘A cosy, feel good read.’
‘Think The Holiday but so much better. . .’
‘A warm cosy winter’s hug in a book’
Two strangers. One double-booked cottage. This Christmas will be one to remember. . .
Rose used to love Christmas - until the year everything changed. She hasn't been home to visit her family for the holidays since.
Charlie is facing his first Christmas alone. It may be the most wonderful time of the year for some, but not for him. Not this year.
In search of comfort and seclusion, Rose escapes to a cottage in rural Donegal to hunker down for the festive season by herself.
But when Charlie opens the door to Seaview Cottage, the two strangers realise that their holiday rental has been double-booked.
They both expected to spend this Christmas alone. But their lives could be changed forever if they agree to spend it together. . .
Title 3: Maybe Next Christmas
'Perfect Christmas read!' 5* Reader review
'Ideal for anyone craving a cosy, feel-good Christmas romance!' 5* Reader review
'Like a big cosy hug' 5* Reader review
'Now THIS is EVERYTHING I wanted from a Christmas book!' 5* Reader review
On Christmas Eve, sweet-natured, obsessively organised hotel manager Bea and over-worked A&E nurse Ollie meet on the flight home to Ireland. They talk, sparks flying, the whole way. But when the plane lands, they wave goodbye, each secretly wondering if they’ll ever meet again.
A few months later, they bump into each other in London. The chance encounter leaves them breathless, til a tiny misunderstanding means that, yet again, they part as strangers. But as the next Christmas draws near, fate, it seems, won’t give up on Bea and Ollie… The only question is, will they listen to what the universe seems telling them?
Christmas Eve was just the beginning. Maybe next Christmas they’ll fall in love?
'I love a romance, and this is one of the best I've read.' The Sun
The Author:
Emma Heatherington is a bestselling author from Donaghmore, County Tyrone.
Her novels include the Amazon UK Top 10 bestseller and Amazon US hit, The Legacy of Lucy Harte, A Part of Me and You, A Miracle on Hope Street, Rewrite the Stars and Secrets in the Snow which debuted on The Bookseller's Heatseeker Chart at no.2.
As well as novels, Emma has written scripts for over 70 educational short films and plays and was ghostwriter for country legend Philomena Begley on her autobiography, My Life My Music My Memories (The O'Brien Press, 2017) and Nathan Carter's life story, Born For The Road (Penguin Ireland) which was shortlisted for the An Póst Irish Book Awards 2018.
She also regularly contributes to the Belfast Telegraph and Irish News newspapers and has appeared on chat shows on RTE, TV3 and UTV.
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Website: http://www.writewithemma.com
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