When lab researchers and scientists are discovered murdered, Morgan Stark, brilliant doctor-turned FBI agent, is summoned to decode the medical clues. What is the connection between these people? And who is next? "A brilliant book. I couldn't put it down and I never guessed who the murderer was!" —Reader review for Only Murder TOO LOST is book #4 in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed mystery and suspense author Rylie Dark, whose books have received over 2,000 five-star reviews and ratings. The series begins with TOO LATE (book #1), a free download. Morgan Stark is a renowned surgeon, acclaimed by his colleagues for his brilliance as a diagnostician. But when his close friend and protégé resident is murdered, Morgan feels compelled to help the FBI decipher the trail of medical clues and bring the killer to justice. FBI Special Agent Danielle Hernandez, 28, a rising star in the BAU, equally esteemed by her colleagues for her brilliance and determination, is not used to turning to a doctor for help in solving crimes. This unlikely partnership, though, may just surprise them both. A cat-and-mouse thriller with harrowing twists and turns and filled with heart-pounding suspense, the MORGAN STARK mystery series offers a fresh twist on the genre as it introduces two brilliant protagonists who will make you fall in love and keep you turning pages late into the night. Book #5—TOO BROKEN—is also available. "I loved this thriller, read it in one sitting. Lots of twists and turns and I didn't guess the culprit at all… Already pre-ordered the second!" —Reader review for Only Murder "This book takes off with a bang… An excellent read, and I'm looking forward to the next book!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "Fantastic book! It was hard to put down. I can't wait to see what happens next!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "The twists and turns kept coming. Can't wait to read the next book!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "A must-read if you enjoy action-packed stories with good plots!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "I really like this author and this series starts with a bang. It will keep you turning the pages till the end of the book and wanting more." —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "I can't say enough about this author! How about 'out of this world'! This author is going to go far!" —Reader review for ONLY MURDER "I really enjoyed this book… The characters were alive, and the twists and turns were great. It will keep you reading till the end and leave you wanting more." —Reader review for NO WAY OUT "This is an author that I highly recommend. Her books will have you begging for more." —Reader review for NO WAY OUT

Prepare to be hooked by the gripping psychological crime novel from the Number One bestselling thriller author of The Family Upstairs and Then She Was Gone. . . * VOTED CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2024 * * VOTED NOVEL OF THE YEAR at TIKTOK 24 AWARDS * * AN INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER * * OVER 6,000 FIVE STAR REVIEWS * 'Extremely surprising' Lena Dunham, author of Famesick 'Gloriously dark' Lucy Foley, bestselling author of The Hunting Party ' A moody, slippery novel ' Gillian McAllister, bestselling author of Just Another Missing Person 'One hundred percent brilliant' Clare Mackintosh, bestselling author of I Let You Go ' Utterly addictive' Claire Douglas, bestselling author of The Wrong Sister ___________ Celebrating her 45th birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summer crosses paths with an unassuming woman called Josie Fair. Josie is also celebrating her 45th. A few days later, they bump into each other again, this time outside Alix's children's school. Josie says she thinks she would be an interesting subject for Alix's podcast. She is, she tells Alix, on the cusp of great changes in her life. Alix agrees to a trial interview and indeed, Josie's life appears to be strange and complicated. Alix finds her unsettling but can't quite resist the temptation to keep digging. Slowly Alix starts to realise that Josie has been hiding some very dark secrets, and before she knows it Josie has cajoled her way into Alix's life - and into her home. Soon Alix begins to wonder who is Josie Fair really? And what has she done? * The Hi! I'm Your Birthday Twin podcast has been bought to life! Listen to all 4 episodes and find out more at penguin.co.uk/BirthdayTwin * Readers can't get enough of None of This is True! ' Easily the most gripping twists and turns I have read ' 5-star reader review ' I'm speechless after reading this bone chilling , dark , twisty , mind bending thriller' 5-star reader review 'That ending! OMG. I was not ready' 5-star reader review 'Jewell never disappoints' 5-star reader review ' Keeps you hooked to the very last page' 5-star reader review More love for None of This is True: 'Left me reeling' Adele Parks 'Shocking and creepy and glorious' Nicola Walker ' You will ignore everyone and everything until you've finished it' India Knight 'A tense, superbly crafted exploration of obsession .' Steve Cavanagh 'Really dark and twisty' Graham Norton ' MAGNIFICENT' Marian Keyes 'So suspenseful, so smart, so insightful.' Katherine Heiny ' A pitch-black fever dream of a novel' Ruth Ware 'Have never read a book so fast!' Hayley Morris ' A sleek, playful, mesmerising read' Louise Candlish 'Twisty twisty twisty' Emily Henry 'You're in for a treat' Jojo Moyes 'Rollercoaster of a read' Jane Fallon 'I inhaled it!' Harriet Tyce Note: There is a chance the book cover you receive may differ from the cover displayed here. Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller, March 2024 Voted TikTok Crime Novel of the Year, 2024

Victims are turning up murdered with strange medical clues in their background—many were suffering from debilitating disease. Why would a killer target them? Who might be next? Morgan Stark, brilliant doctor-turned FBI agent, might be the only who can save whoever's next. "A brilliant book. I couldn't put it down and I never guessed who the murderer was!" —Reader review for Only Murder TOO BROKEN is book #5 in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed mystery and suspense author Rylie Dark, whose books have received over 2,000 five-star reviews and ratings. The series begins with TOO LATE (book #1), a free download. Morgan Stark is a renowned surgeon, acclaimed by his colleagues for his brilliance as a diagnostician. But when his close friend and protégé resident is murdered, Morgan feels compelled to help the FBI decipher the trail of medical clues and bring the killer to justice. FBI Special Agent Danielle Hernandez, 28, a rising star in the BAU, equally esteemed by her colleagues for her brilliance and determination, is not used to turning to a doctor for help in solving crimes. This unlikely partnership, though, may just surprise them both. A cat-and-mouse thriller with harrowing twists and turns and filled with heart-pounding suspense, the MORGAN STARK mystery series offers a fresh twist on the genre as it introduces two brilliant protagonists who will make you fall in love and keep you turning pages late into the night. Future books in the series will be available soon. "I loved this thriller, read it in one sitting. Lots of twists and turns and I didn't guess the culprit at all… Already pre-ordered the second!" —Reader review for Only Murder "This book takes off with a bang… An excellent read, and I'm looking forward to the next book!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "Fantastic book! It was hard to put down. I can't wait to see what happens next!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "The twists and turns kept coming. Can't wait to read the next book!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "A must-read if you enjoy action-packed stories with good plots!" —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "I really like this author and this series starts with a bang. It will keep you turning the pages till the end of the book and wanting more." —Reader review for SEE HER RUN "I can't say enough about this author! How about 'out of this world'! This author is going to go far!" —Reader review for ONLY MURDER "I really enjoyed this book… The characters were alive, and the twists and turns were great. It will keep you reading till the end and leave you wanting more." —Reader review for NO WAY OUT "This is an author that I highly recommend. Her books will have you begging for more." —Reader review for NO WAY OUT

Escape to Walnut Tree Island this summer with the brand-new, sweeping romance, perfect for fans of Paige Toon and Atmosphere! ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ 'I totally devoured this book in under 24 hours, grabbing it at every spare moment I had, to completely immerse myself in this beautifully written story' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Will completely transport you; by the end you'll be wanting to run away to an island to live on a houseboat under the stars!' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Definitely the book to take on holiday this summer and devour in one greedy gulp lying on the beach' Reader Review ¿¿¿¿¿ ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ An island summer that could change everything... The Star women have made Walnut Tree Island their home for generations. Jo feels that life is passing her by, but when an old flame returns to the island, he re-awakens a family feud that runs deeper than the river that surrounds them. Sophie is married to a man at the heart of island life who wants her to settle down and have a family, so why is she secretly playing with fire? Over a long hot summer, as old secrets resurface, can love heal the damage that was done so many years ago? Don't miss Georgina Moore's gorgeously escapist summer read about love and secrets, perfect for fans of Santa Montefiore. ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿ Praise for River of Stars: 'Moore writes in lush, enveloping prose, turning what could have been just another second-chance romance tale into something more enticing, touching on the pull of memory and the importance of what is passed on' Sunday Times 'Totally enchanting...romantic and aspirational. You'll be captivated' Adele Parks 'River of Stars is wholly involving with a rich, emotional depth. I loved it so much. Georgina Moore is the heir to the late great Maeve Binchy' Jennie Godfrey 'Utterly enchanting, and with richly drawn characters, this is the perfect summer read' Heat 'An epic saga full of characters that will stay with you' The Sun 'Full of rich characters and an enchanting setting, this is a gorgeous read' Fabulous 'Utterly enchanting and rich in character, River of Stars is perfect summer reading' Bella 'A completely transporting summer read' Stylist 'Soaring, romantic, hopeful' Daisy Buchanan 'a beautifully written story ... truly wonderful characters. With a love story at its core, it's an absolute winner!' Santa Montefiore 'It's a dream. Romantic, sexy, bittersweet' Patrick Gale 'River of Stars will sweep you up in a glorious tide of music and art and romance and hold you in its spell till the very last page. A gorgeously escapist treat, I loved it' Louise Candlish 'Gorgeous. A hugely rich and rewarding read ... the perfect summer escape' Emma Stonex 'So seductive, and fiercely charming, and your brilliant sense of place - such beguiling settings' Fran Littlewood 'A tangle of glamourous chaos in a gorgeous setting ... A wonderfully escapist emotional rollercoaster to get truly lost in' Veronica Henry

Get Naked For Me As director of a Boston art gallery, Mercy Rothell has made some hot deals in her time, but none like this. In order to sign the impossibly sexy, brilliant, and successful artist Shamus Montgomery to do a show of his celebrated erotic sculptures, Mercy must meet his curious but absolutely non-negotiable demand--she must pose for him in the nude, day after day, or he walks. Never one to back down from a challenge, Mercy agrees. Burning under the intense gaze of the hottest man she's ever known, watching his hands work their magic, Mercy feels vulnerable yet liberated and fully aroused, desperate for the kind of satisfaction only a master like Shamus can give. In fact, she would beg him to cross the line. And once he does, mercy is the last thing she desires. . . "Lee hits the mark time and time again. . .in a class by itself." --Romantic Times (4 ¿ Stars G, Top Pick) "An incredible gem of a story. . .different and extraordinary." --Just Erotic Romance Reviews "The love scenes are hot, hot, hot, and the story will keep you riveted from beginning to end. . .absolutely magnificent."--Fallen Angels Reviews (5 Angels) "Sexy and sensual and totally hot. . .will keep you turning the pages." --The Romance Studio Deanna Lee has received rave reviews for her e-published erotic fiction, including a 4 ¿-star, Gold Medal, Top Pick review from Romantic Times for Undressing Mercy. She lives in Alabama where she is currently working on the next novel in this planned trilogy.

'a touching and at times heart-rending story' Rosie ClarkeAll she wants is a place to call home...1884 - When Betsan Morgan's mother succumbs to a devastating illness, she doesn't think her life could get much worse. But then her father moves in his new beau, an unserious flitty woman and coincidentally also the bargirl in the pub he works in, and she soon learns her house is no longer a home.All she can do is sit in the attic and stare at the portrait of her mother. Her new stepmother, Elinor, couldn't even let them have the grace of keeping it in the hallway.When Elinor takes things too far - selling her dear mother's beloved sewing machine - Betsan decides to flee, leaving in search of her estranged aunt, who she last heard was living in the working district of Merthyr Tydfil.But the dank and dark place is not somewhere a twelve-year-old girl should stray alone, and lest she wants to end up in a workhouse, she'll have to watch her step...'The Winter Waif flows from the heart, and is rich in period detail. Another fabulously enjoyable read from Lynette Rees, I loved it.' Sheila Riley'A gripping historical saga well worth reading!' AnneMarie Brear'From the first page to the last, Betsan's story is a gripping tale of love prevailing despite hardship. Lynette Rees has done it again! Brilliant!' Mary Wood'a poignant exploration of resilience, determination, and the indomitable spirit of a young girl in the face of adversity' 5 star reader review

It has been waiting through the ages. Now it's time . . . 'Asimov or Clarke might have written this' - Stephen Baxter, co-author of The Long Earth A scout ship discovers a human outpost lying derelict in space - and a planet better left unexplored. Set in the same universe as Children of Time, this is a thrilling narrative from the award-winning Adrian Tchaikovsky. Thousands of years ago, Earth's terraforming program took to the stars. On the world they called Nod, scientists discovered alien life - but it was their mission to overwrite it with the memory of Earth. Then humanity's great empire fell, and the program's decisions were lost to time. Aeons later, humanity and its new spider allies detected fragmentary radio signals between the stars. They dispatched an exploration vessel, hoping to find cousins from old Earth. But those ancient terraformers awoke something on Nod. Something better left undisturbed. And it has been waiting for them. 'Books like this are why we read science fiction' - Ian McDonald, author of the Luna series Children of Ruin follows Adrian Tchaikovsky's extraordinary Children of Time, winner of the Arthur C. Clarke award. It is set in the same universe, with new characters and an original narrative. Praise for the series: 'Entertaining, smart, surprising and unexpectedly human' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls 'Brilliant science fiction and far-out world-building' - James McAvoy 'A fabulous sense of scale that only someone as talented as Adrian Tchaikovsky can pull off' - Peter F. Hamilton, author of Exodus: The Archimedes Engine

*Winner of Chill With a Book Book of the Year 2019 Award as Dreaming About Daran* For Clare O'Connell, home is where the heart aches... Since the age of sixteen, Clare O'Connell has lived her life by four strict rules: 1. Don't talk about Ireland 2. Don't think about Ireland 3. Don't go to Ireland 4. Don't let anyone in And so far, it's worked well. She's got a great career, amazing friends, and she's really happy. The future is all that counts, isn't it? However Clare is about to realise that you can run from the past, but you can't always hide from it... When her boss insists she travels to Ireland for work, Clare finds herself drawn back to the village of Ballykielty - the home of her family, and the home of her secrets. The one place where vowed never to return to again... With the door to her past now wide open, the first three rules have gone out of the window. Will Clare stick to rule number four? Can she be brave and face up to her family and the demons of her past? An emotional novel of family, friendship and dealing with your past from top 10 bestseller Jessica Redland. This book was previously published as Dreaming About Daran. What readers are saying about Coming Home to Seashell Cottage: 'I tweeted while reading it because I was having so much fun... I'm a certified fangirl!' Nayu's Reading Corner 'I am really eager to see what Jessica Redland will write next, as if it's even half as good as [this book] then I'm sure it will be fantastic' Rachel's Random Reads 'Emotional, engaging and a lovely end to the Whitsborough Bay series! Five stars from me!' Rae Reads 'I cannot recommend this series highly enough. It's entertaining, thought-provoking and fun' Amazon Reviewer 'Jessica Redland has quickly become a favourite author of mine' NetGalley Reviewer 'This was an absolutely brilliant book to the point where I was so sad it had a final page' NetGalley Reviewer 'A brilliant book from a brilliant author, she is soon becoming the Queen of my emotions' NetGalley Reviewer

A page-turning action-packed read from bestseller Heather Atkinson. Perfect for all fans of Kimberley Chambers and Jessie KeaneWhen the patriarch of the Savage family dies suddenly, his three daughters, Carly, Jane and Rose are heartbroken.But you can't keep a Savage sister down for long, and Jane and her gang The Unbeatable Bitches, along with their uncle Eddie, and cousins Dean and Harry are determined to fight to keep the Savage family on top.But Carly isn't so sure. Perhaps her father's death is the opportunity she's been waiting for - to finally get away from the life of crime and violence in Glasgow's Haghill. Exhausted by the constant jockeying for power, she pictures a quiet place where no one knows who she is. She even dares to imagine making that life with the love she can't forget - newly-crowned crime boss Jack Alexander.But once a Savage, always a Savage, and when she and her family are threatened, Carly knows there's only one thing for it. And it certainly isn't a quiet life...Heather Atkinson's bestselling Savage family's enemies are circling so stand by for a page-turning action-packed read.'Heather is a bright star in the world of gangland writing...Read it, you won't be disappointed.' Jacqui RoseReaders love Heather Atkinson:'Oh... my... GOD... I am speechless! I thought the first book was brilliant, people this one is sooo much better! I was completely blindsided in the direction this book went and that ending 😲 I'm hoping Heather is writing like a demon on the next instalment. 10 stars from me ''Another great read from Heather. This book is a real page turner, with a great plot full of twists and turns...Can't wait for the next book in this series. Loved it.''The rivalry between two gangs set in Glasgow is a brilliant exciting read. It's a pageturner leaving you wanting more.''Another fantastic story, wonderfully written as always. Great characters, twists and turns. I loved it, thank you Heather Atkinson, such an amazing talent.''Totally speechless!!!!!!! **Amazing from start to finish **didn't want it to end hope there will be a 3rd book.'

A brilliant, kaleidoscopic narrative of Oklahoma City-a great American story of civics, basketball, and destiny, from award-winning journalist Sam Anderson NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review • NPR • Chicago Tribune • San Francisco Chronicle • The Economist • Deadspin Oklahoma City was born from chaos. It was founded in a bizarre but momentous "Land Run" in 1889, when thousands of people lined up along the borders of Oklahoma Territory and rushed in at noon to stake their claims. Since then, it has been a city torn between the wild energy that drives its outsized ambitions, and the forces of order that seek sustainable progress. Nowhere was this dynamic better realized than in the drama of the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team's 2012-13 season, when the Thunder's brilliant general manager, Sam Presti, ignited a firestorm by trading future superstar James Harden just days before the first game. Presti's all-in gamble on "the Process"-the patient, methodical management style that dictated the trade as the team's best hope for long-term greatness-kicked off a pivotal year in the city's history, one that would include pitched battles over urban planning, a series of cataclysmic tornadoes, and the frenzied hope that an NBA championship might finally deliver the glory of which the city had always dreamed. Boom Town announces the arrival of an exciting literary voice. Sam Anderson, former book critic for New York magazine and now a staff writer at the New York Times magazine, unfolds an idiosyncratic mix of American history, sports reporting, urban studies, gonzo memoir, and much more to tell the strange but compelling story of an American city whose unique mix of geography and history make it a fascinating microcosm of the democratic experiment. Filled with characters ranging from NBA superstars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook; to Flaming Lips oddball frontman Wayne Coyne; to legendary Great Plains meteorologist Gary England; to Stanley Draper, Oklahoma City's would-be Robert Moses; to civil rights activist Clara Luper; to the citizens and public servants who survived the notorious 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah federal building, Boom Town offers a remarkable look at the urban tapestry woven from control and chaos, sports and civics.

The empowering and accessible book on ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence for anyone looking for a diagnosis, trying to make sense of one, or trying to be a better ally . 'This book will change lives ! A cracking read and a must for folks with brains who do things differently' Heidi Mavir, bestselling author of Your Child is Not Broken 'I loved it... this book is comforting and clever, but most of all kind' Daisy Buchanan, author of Insatiable and Careering Ellie was 24 when she learned she wasn't broken, she was neurodivergent. Her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism was like a lightbulb being switched on and she could finally start to heal from the trauma of being un-diagnosed and mis-understood for so long. Since getting her diagnosis, Ellie has made it her mission to change the way we think about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence and in UNMASKED, she shares what she has learned along her journey. Written in a bite-sized style for whizzy brains like hers, Ellie shares chapters on: · Mental health and how to look after it · Ableism and pretty privilege · Masking (and unmaksing) · The diagnostic process (including the importance of self-diagnosis) · How to navigate the workplace Clear and insightful, UNMASKED is the practical guide to ADHD and autism to help us all better understand and celebrate neurodivergence, and ultimately make the world a more inclusive place. Whether you are neurodivergent, suspect you might be, or want to be a better ally, UNMASKED will help you make sense of it all, and put the power in your hands. Praise for UNMASKED: '[A] brilliant deep dive into neurodivergence' Catherine Gray, award-winning author of Little Addictions 'A game changer ' Joshua Fletcher, aka @anxietyjosh, author of And How Does That Make You Feel ' Reassuring , liberating and empowering ' Emma Reed Turrell, psychotherapist and author of Please Yourself ' Massively validating and educational' 5-star reader review 'I found the way it was presented super useful as an Autistic, ADHDer myself. I tend to never quite see a book through to the end but the way it was broken down made it really accessible' 5-star reader review ' Inspiring and insightful' 5-star reader review 'A book that everyone should read' 5-star reader review

'Wonderfully heartfelt... her best book yet!' heat, five star review 'A gorgeous, warm novel' ADELE PARKS When life feels like a puzzle, sometimes it's the small pieces that make up the bigger picture... Join Bridget on a journey to put her world back together. A successful travel journalist, Bridget has ambitions to turn her quirky relationship blog about the missing pieces of her heart into a book. But after a spate of rejections from publishers, she accepts an alternative proposition. Nicole Dupré died leaving behind a bestselling novel and an incomplete sequel. Tasked with finishing the book, Bridget is thankful to have her foot in the publishing door, even if it means relocating to Cornwall for the summer and answering to Nicole's grieving husband, Charlie ... ‘You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and be hooked from page one. A beautifully written, heart-wrenching journey of love and loss’ OK! ‘Poignant and lovely, warm and wise’ MILLY JOHNSON ‘Paige’s writing is brilliant’ MHAIRI McFARLANE ‘I loved it’ LINDSEY KELK ‘Interrupting my weekend away from Twitter to say… I’ve just finished The Last Piece of my Heart. Bravo. Bravo’ @owlsandstags ‘5 of 5 stars to The Last Piece of My Heart by Paige Toon’ @overflowingklc ‘I just finished The Last Piece of my Heart and it was AMAZING!!! I love it SO much!’@Livsescape Praise for The One We Fell in Love with: 'You'll love it, cry buckets and be uplifted' MARIAN KEYES 'I blubbed, I laughed and I fell in love ... utterly heart-wrenching' GIOVANNA FLETCHER

A brilliant, kaleidoscopic narrative of Oklahoma City-a great American story of civics, basketball, and destiny, from award-winning journalist Sam Anderson NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY The New York Times Book Review NPR Chicago Tribune San Francisco Chronicle The Economist Deadspin Oklahoma City was born from chaos. It was founded in a bizarre but momentous "Land Run" in 1889, when thousands of people lined up along the borders of Oklahoma Territory and rushed in at noon to stake their claims. Since then, it has been a city torn between the wild energy that drives its outsized ambitions, and the forces of order that seek sustainable progress. Nowhere was this dynamic better realized than in the drama of the Oklahoma City Thunder basketball team's 2012-13 season, when the Thunder's brilliant general manager, Sam Presti, ignited a firestorm by trading future superstar James Harden just days before the first game. Presti's all-in gamble on "the Process"-the patient, methodical management style that dictated the trade as the team's best hope for long-term greatness-kicked off a pivotal year in the city's history, one that would include pitched battles over urban planning, a series of cataclysmic tornadoes, and the frenzied hope that an NBA championship might finally deliver the glory of which the city had always dreamed. Boom Town announces the arrival of an exciting literary voice. Sam Anderson, former book critic for New York magazine and now a staff writer at the New York Times magazine, unfolds an idiosyncratic mix of American history, sports reporting, urban studies, gonzo memoir, and much more to tell the strange but compelling story of an American city whose unique mix of geography and history make it a fascinating microcosm of the democratic experiment. Filled with characters ranging from NBA superstars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook; to Flaming Lips oddball frontman Wayne Coyne; to legendary Great Plains meteorologist Gary England; to Stanley Draper, Oklahoma City's would-be Robert Moses; to civil rights activist Clara Luper; to the citizens and public servants who survived the notorious 1995 bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah federal building, Boom Town offers a remarkable look at the urban tapestry woven from control and chaos, sports and civics.

It has been waiting through the ages. Now it's time . . . A scout ship discovers a human outpost lying derelict in space - and a planet better left unexplored. Thousands of years ago, Earth's terraforming program took to the stars. On the world they called Nod, scientists discovered alien life - but it was their mission to overwrite it with the memory of Earth. Then humanity's great empire fell, and the program's decisions were lost to time. Aeons later, humanity and its new spider allies detected fragmentary radio signals between the stars. They dispatched an exploration vessel, hoping to find cousins from old Earth. But those ancient terraformers awoke something on Nod. Something better left undisturbed. And it has been waiting for them. Children of Ruin follows the extraordinary Children of Time, winner of the Arthur C. Clarke award. It is set in the same universe, with new characters and an original narrative. Continue the journey with Children of Memory. * * * Praise for the series: 'Asimov or Clarke might have written this' - Stephen Baxter, co-author of The Long Earth 'Books like this are why we read science fiction' - Ian McDonald, author of the Luna series 'Entertaining, smart, surprising and unexpectedly human' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls 'Brilliant science fiction and far-out world-building' - James McAvoy 'A fabulous sense of scale that only someone as talented as Adrian Tchaikovsky can pull off' - Peter F. Hamilton, author of Exodus: The Archimedes Engine

It has been waiting through the ages. Now it's time . . . 'Asimov or Clarke might have written this' - Stephen Baxter, co-author of The Long Earth A scout ship discovers a human outpost lying derelict in space - and a planet better left unexplored. Set in the same universe as Children of Time, this is a thrilling narrative from the award-winning Adrian Tchaikovsky. Thousands of years ago, Earth's terraforming program took to the stars. On the world they called Nod, scientists discovered alien life - but it was their mission to overwrite it with the memory of Earth. Then humanity's great empire fell, and the program's decisions were lost to time. Aeons later, humanity and its new spider allies detected fragmentary radio signals between the stars. They dispatched an exploration vessel, hoping to find cousins from old Earth. But those ancient terraformers awoke something on Nod. Something better left undisturbed. And it has been waiting for them. 'Books like this are why we read science fiction' - Ian McDonald, author of the Luna series Children of Ruin follows Adrian Tchaikovsky's extraordinary Children of Time, winner of the Arthur C. Clarke award. It is set in the same universe, with new characters and an original narrative. Praise for the series: 'Entertaining, smart, surprising and unexpectedly human' - Patrick Ness, author of A Monster Calls 'Brilliant science fiction and far-out world-building' - James McAvoy 'A fabulous sense of scale that only someone as talented as Adrian Tchaikovsky can pull off' - Peter F. Hamilton, author of Exodus: The Archimedes Engine

The empowering and accessible book on ADHD, autism, and neurodivergence for anyone looking for a diagnosis, trying to make sense of one, or trying to be a better ally . 'This book will change lives ! A cracking read and a must for folks with brains who do things differently' Heidi Mavir, bestselling author of Your Child is Not Broken 'I loved it... this book is comforting and clever, but most of all kind' Daisy Buchanan, author of Insatiable and Careering Ellie was 24 when she learned she wasn't broken, she was neurodivergent. Her late diagnosis of ADHD and autism was like a lightbulb being switched on and she could finally start to heal from the trauma of being un-diagnosed and mis-understood for so long. Since getting her diagnosis, Ellie has made it her mission to change the way we think about autism, ADHD and neurodivergence and in UNMASKED, she shares what she has learned along her journey. Written in a bite-sized style for whizzy brains like hers, Ellie shares chapters on: · Mental health and how to look after it · Ableism and pretty privilege · Masking (and unmaksing) · The diagnostic process (including the importance of self-diagnosis) · How to navigate the workplace Clear and insightful, UNMASKED is the practical guide to ADHD and autism to help us all better understand and celebrate neurodivergence, and ultimately make the world a more inclusive place. Whether you are neurodivergent, suspect you might be, or want to be a better ally, UNMASKED will help you make sense of it all, and put the power in your hands. Praise for UNMASKED: '[A] brilliant deep dive into neurodivergence' Catherine Gray, award-winning author of Little Addictions 'A game changer ' Joshua Fletcher, aka @anxietyjosh, author of And How Does That Make You Feel ' Reassuring , liberating and empowering ' Emma Reed Turrell, psychotherapist and author of Please Yourself ' Massively validating and educational' 5-star reader review 'I found the way it was presented super useful as an Autistic, ADHDer myself. I tend to never quite see a book through to the end but the way it was broken down made it really accessible' 5-star reader review ' Inspiring and insightful' 5-star reader review 'A book that everyone should read' 5-star reader review

FBI Special Agent Ella Dark has studied serial killers from the time she could read, devastated by the murder of her own sister, and has gained an encyclopedic knowledge of murderers. When doctors are found murdered in brutal ways, their bodies crammed into tubes and left on display, Ella struggles to see the connection. Has her knowledge reached its match? "A MASTERPIECE OF THRILLER AND MYSTERY. Blake Pierce did a magnificent job developing characters with a psychological side so well described that we feel inside their minds, follow their fears and cheer for their success. Full of twists, this book will keep you awake until the turn of the last page." --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone) GIRL, ERASED (An Ella Dark FBI Suspense Thriller) is book #6 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 1,000 five star reviews. FBI Agent Ella Dark, 29, is given her big chance to achieve her life's dream: to join the Behavioral Crimes Unit. Ella's hidden obsession of gaining an encyclopedic knowledge of serial killers has led to her being singled out for her brilliant mind, and invited to join the big leagues. But what is the common thread between these latest murders? And can Ella figure it out and save the next victim's life? A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the ELLA DARK series is a riveting mystery, packed with suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Books #7-#9 are also available!

Bloomsbury presents How to Win the World Cup by Chris Evans, read by Joshua Picton. WATERSTONES BEST BOOKS OF 2022 – SPORT 'A brilliant new perspective on World Cup management... Superbly insightful .' – Jamie Carragher 'Superb – great stories about the greatest tournament' – Daniel Taylor Master tacticians, crazy tyrants and lucky generals... This insightful investigation reveals the mindsets and, frankly, at times unbelievable approaches of the coaches who strive to deliver football's ultimate prize. HOW DO YOU WIN THE WORLD CUP? Godlike genius or the focus of a disappointed nation's fury – the world's most prestigious tournament makes or breaks a national coach. Only 20 managers have guided their team to World Cup glory, so what are their secrets? From revolutionary tactics to hare-brained schemes, this book searches for the keys to the most exclusive club in international football. They may silently plot on the bench or manically gesticulate from the sidelines, but what can the coach really do to influence their team's performance? Discover the tactical innovations and brilliant strategies as well as the bizarre superstitions, psychological masterclasses and bonkers team-building regimes that managers have employed in the quest for that iconic trophy. Charting the successes, failures, dramas and controversies of 90 years of World Cup action, through the insights of journalists, players and managers with first-hand experience of World Cup competition, this book comprehensively documents the lengths the man in the dugout will go to in order to bring home the greatest prize. The book features contributions from leading World Cup stars, including Luiz Felipe Scolari, Geoff Hurst, Carlos Alberto Parreira, Pierre Littbarski, Roberto Martinez, Mick McCarthy, Tomas Brolin, Jamie Carragher, Alexi Lalas, Patrick Barclay, Raphael Honigstein and Graham Hunter.

'Wonderfully heartfelt... her best book yet!' heat, five star review 'A gorgeous, warm novel' ADELE PARKS When life feels like a puzzle, sometimes it's the small pieces that make up the bigger picture... Join Bridget on a journey to put her world back together. A successful travel journalist, Bridget has ambitions to turn her quirky relationship blog about the missing pieces of her heart into a book. But after a spate of rejections from publishers, she accepts an alternative proposition. Nicole Dupré died leaving behind a bestselling novel and an incomplete sequel. Tasked with finishing the book, Bridget is thankful to have her foot in the publishing door, even if it means relocating to Cornwall for the summer and answering to Nicole's grieving husband, Charlie ... ‘You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and be hooked from page one. A beautifully written, heart-wrenching journey of love and loss’ OK!   ‘Poignant and lovely, warm and wise’  MILLY JOHNSON   ‘Paige’s writing is brilliant’ MHAIRI McFARLANE ‘I loved it’ LINDSEY KELK ‘Interrupting my weekend away from Twitter to say… I’ve just finished The Last Piece of my Heart. Bravo. Bravo’ @owlsandstags ‘5 of 5 stars to The Last Piece of My Heart by Paige Toon’ @overflowingklc ‘I just finished The Last Piece of my Heart and it was AMAZING!!! I love it SO much!’@Livsescape Praise for The One We Fell in Love with:  'You'll love it, cry buckets and be uplifted'  MARIAN KEYES 'I blubbed, I laughed and I fell in love ... utterly heart-wrenching' GIOVANNA FLETCHER

When a B&B owner in a small mountain town is found dead, suspects abound, and it falls to Deputy Sheriff Tara Strong to crack the case. But when another victim shows up, Tara soon realizes this case is far more complex—and shocking—than it seems, and time is running short before this killer strikes again. GIRL WITHOUT A TRACE is book #3 in a new series by #1 bestselling and critically acclaimed mystery and suspense author Rylie Dark, whose books have received over 2,000 five-star reviews and ratings. Tara Strong has risen to become her county's Deputy Sheriff through her bravery and her brilliant capacity to enter a killer's minds. Small-town life in the mountains, centered around their picturesque lake, should be idyllic. But Tara has already seen enough to know that there is a dark side to everything, that small towns hide secrets, that everyone has something in their past—and that a killer may just be lurking right next door. Tara remains haunted by her own past, by her missing sister, by her guilt over the unsolved case. She must battle the demons of her own past, while trying to get ahead in a male-dominated police force. Can Tara keep it together long enough to catch a killer? A cat-and-mouse thriller with harrowing twists and turns and filled with heart-pounding suspense, the TARA STRONG mystery series offers a fresh twist on the genre as it introduces two brilliant protagonists who will make you fall in love and keep you turning pages late into the night. Books #4 and #5—GIRL WITHOUT A NAME and GIRL WITHOUT A PRAYER—are also available.