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Bond Girl
Erin Duffy
The Devil Wears Prada meets Wall Street in this fast–paced, hilarious odyssey in four–inch heels.Whilst some bankers take 15 minutes to agree on a font size for a presentation, Alex Gerrett discovers that it takes her only one minute to lose her...
Another Country
Anjali Joseph
Longlisted for the Man Asian Literary Prize, this is a superb second novel from the author of the multiple-award winning ‘Saraswati Park’.Paris, London, Bombay: three cities form a backdrop to a journey through Leela’s twenties at the dawn of...
Every Little Thing
Pamela Klaffke
If it’s not one thing, it’s her mother Before there were mommy bloggers, there was Britt. San Francisco’s brassy scandal queen filled her newspaper column with juicy details of her many marriages, cosmetic surgeries and everything about her only...
Dear Committee Members
Julie Schumacher
Finally a novel that puts the «pissed» back into «epistolary.»Jason Fitger is a beleaguered professor of creative writing and literature at Payne University, a small and not very distinguished liberal arts college in the midwest. His department...
Articles of Faith
Russell Brand
This collection of Russell Brand's columns for The Guardian not only follows the drama and tumult of the domestic and international football season but also a season in the life of one of our most celebrated comic talents.Brand chronicles events...
Always the Bridesmaid
Lindsey Kelk
The hilarious new novel from Lindsey Kelk, author of the bestselling I Heart seriesEveryone loves a bridesmaid – except Maddie, who’s perpetually asked to be one.Everyone loves a wedding – except Maddie’s best friend, who’s getting divorced.And...
Eats, Shoots and Leaves
Lynne Truss
'If Lynne Truss were Roman Catholic I'd nominate her for sainthood.' Frank McCourtThe international bestseller, reissued and with a new introduction. A witty, entertaining, impassioned guide to perfect punctuation, for everyone who cares about...
Cupcakes at Carrington’s
Alexandra Brown
The first book in the hugely popular Carrington’s series from the No.1 bestselling author of The Great Christmas Knit-Off and The Secret of Orchard Cottage.Georgie Hart loves her job – running the luxury handbag concession at Carrington's...
Christmas at Carrington’s
Alexandra Brown
A deliciously indulgent read and the follow up to Cupcakes at Carrington’s. Set in Carrington’s Department Store this is perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan.Georgie Hart loves Christmas time at Carrington’s Department store. Running the luxury...
Burley Cross Postbox Theft
Nicola Barker
Reading other people’s letters is always a guilty pleasure. But for two West Yorkshire policemen – contemplating a cache of 27 undelivered missives, retrieved from a back alley behind the hairdresser's in Skipton – it's also a job of work. The...
Blast from the Past
Cathy Hopkins
Praise for Cathy Hopkins:‘Funny and feelgood’ Good Housekeeping‘Warm, funny and uplifting’ Reader’s DigestOn a trip of a lifetime to India, Bea is given an unexpected fiftieth birthday present – an hour with a celebrated clairvoyant. Unlucky in...
A Reunion of Ghosts
Judith Mitchell Claire
‘A triumphant, beautiful, and devastating novel about coincidences, family, and the sins of our fathers’ Anthony Doerr, author of All The Light We Cannot See‘Had me devouring the pages … Tragic, touching and – against all odds – strangely...
A Year of New Adventures: The hilarious romantic comedy that is perfect for the summer holidays
Maddie Please
'A breezy feel-good read that made me laugh out loud!' Phillipa Ashley, bestselling author of the Cornish Cafe series‘A Year of New Adventures is like a dose of sunshine in book form. I can't wait to read what Maddie writes next.’ Chrissie...
A Very Irish Christmas: A festive short story to curl up with this Christmas!
Claudia Carroll
A short story to curl up with this Christmas!This year, it’s time for A Christmas Carole…Carole is a workaholic so dedicated to her job at a 24/7 rolling news TV station, that she plans to work all over Christmas and New Year too. Same as she...
A Very British Christmas: Twelve Days of Discomfort and Joy
Rhodri Marsden
A Very British Christmas is a twelve-stage sleigh ride through the best, worst, strangest and funniest aspects of the Christmas holiday, with cultural icons saluted, national habits dissected and personal reminiscences from those who’ve eaten...
A Taste of Death: The gripping new murder mystery that will keep you guessing
H.V. Coombs
The first murder happened while I was making meringues…When Ben Hunter moves to become head chef at the Old Forge Caf? in the quiet village of Hampden Green, a tricky recipe for egg-based desserts isn’t the only thing he gets embroiled in. As he...
A Miracle at Macy’s: There’s only one dog who can save Christmas
Lynn Hulsman Marie
‘A romantic, festive and feel-good book with loads of heart and a sprinkling of Christmas magic’ – Cressida McLaughlin, author of ‘A Christmas Tail’‘Christmas time or not, pick up this book. Lover of romance or not, pick up this book…It's...
A Girl’s Guide to Kissing Frogs
Victoria Clayton
A Girl's Guide to Kissing Frogs is a charming, witty book, perfect for fans of Elizabeth Noble and Marian Keyes.A girl may have to kiss a lot of frogs before she finds her Prince Charming but Marigold has found herself a real toad. As a...
Be Careful What You Wish For
Martina Devlin
From the author of THREE WISE MEN, a wise, funny and uplifiting novel of women, men, love and friendship.Have you ever had a secret you couldn't even tell your very best friend?Molly and Helen have been friends for ever – well, since university...
A Film by Spencer Ludwig
David Flusfeder
A hilarious and heartbreaking father-son road movie of a novel.Spencer Ludwig, idealist and filmmaker, is making one of his regular duty visits from London to New York City to tend to his declining but still fearsome father. Driving back from...
A Cornish Carol: A Short Story
Fern Britton
A wise and witty short story that is full of Christmas cheer from the best-selling author and TV presenter, Fern Britton.This will be one Christmas they’ll never forget…Piran Ambrose is the epitome of brooding male. But Pendruggan’s Mr Rochester...
A Christmas Tail: A heart-warming Christmas romance
Cressida McLaughlin
A heart-warming Christmas read, perfect for fans of Debbie Johnson, Trisha Ashley and Jenny Oliver and one for dog-lovers everywhere.Walkies in a Winter Wonderland…Catherine ‘Cat’ Palmer realizes that bringing an adorable puppy into work is a...
A Bit of a Do
David Nobbs
From the author of the Reginald Perrin series comes a classic tale of two families, one posher than the other, set in a Yorkshire town.‘I’m the groom’s father. You’re the bride’s mother. It’s their wedding day.’When Ted Simcock, maker of...
Why Mummy Swears: The Sunday Times Number One Bestseller
Gill Sims
The hilarious second novel, and Sunday Times No 1 Bestseller, from author of the smash hit Why Mummy Drinks.Welcome to Mummy’s world…The Boy Child Peter is connected to his iPad by an umbilical cord, The Girl Child Jane is desperate to make her...
Who Needs Men Anyway?: A perfect feel-good romantic comedy filled with sass
Victoria Cooke
*The #1 Digital Bestseller!*‘Funny and poignant with a gloriously realistic cast of characters. I followed Charlotte's journey avidly, cheering her on all the way. An unputdownable read.’Rachel Burton, author of The Many Colours of UsDon’t get...
Three Things About Elsie: A Richard and Judy Book Club Pick 2018
Joanna Cannon
The Sunday Times Bestseller‘Lovely, lovely, lovely… Sue Townsend meets Kate Atkinson meets Nina Stibbe’ MARIAN KEYES‘Powerful and profound’ Guardian‘Another sure-fire hit’ Daily Mail‘Funny, melancholy, acutely observant’ Sunday...
Test Your Dog: Is Your Dog an Undiscovered Genius?
Rachel Federman
The perfect book for dog lovers everywhere – is your dog king-of-the-hill…or run of the mill!Does your dog respond to hand gestures?How about facial signals?Can he perform tricks both inside and outside?Now you can find out just how smart your...
Sunshine on a Rainy Day: A funny, feel-good romantic comedy
Bryony Fraser
A hilarious and heartbreaking read, for anyone whose life hasn’t quite gone to plan… The only book that fans of BRIDGET JONES and MARIAN KEYES need.‘If you enjoyed One Day, you’ll love this.’ Reader reviewIt’s Zoe and Jack’s first wedding...
Summer at Coastguard Cottages: a feel-good holiday read
Jennifer Bohnet
‘A wonderful summer read’ Stardust Book ReviewsEscape to the seaside this summer with Jennifer Bohnet’s fabulously feel-good beach read!A summer of secrets!Karen is escaping to her little cottage on the Devonshire coast this summer – it’s the...
Standard Deviation: ‘The best feel-good novel around’ Daily Mail
Katherine Heiny
‘One of the funniest books you will ever read’ Daily Mail ‘Standard Deviation is a marvel’ Kate Atkinson ‘Looking for a blissful summer novel? Here it is’ Washington Post ‘This is the beach book for summer 2017’ The Times ‘Addictive...
Scotland’s Jesus: The Only Officially Non-racist Comedian
Frankie Boyle
Reading Scotland's Jesus should be like being called into the living room by your child shouting that they see a little red dot on the head of a TV newscaster, then riding the white hot bullet through the propaganda circuitry of his or her...
Right Here Waiting for You: A brilliant laugh out loud romantic comedy
Rebecca Pugh
‘Perfect read for a lazy day in the sunshine’ bestselling author Christie Barlow‘It is hilariously good!’ Jess Bell‘The perfect read for a lazy afternoon’ ShaunWe used to be best friends…Magda used to be the girl everyone wanted to be – most...
Quantum of Tweed: The Man with the Nissan Micra
Conn Iggulden
An exclusive short story for World Book Day from one of our bestselling authors. This brilliant comic thriller will have you on the edge of your seat.Albert Rossi has many qualities. He’s a man who can spot polyester at a hundred paces. He’s the...
Property: A Collection
Lionel Shriver
The first ever story collection from the inimitable Lionel Shriver‘Genius’ Stylist‘Phenomenal’ Observer‘Brilliant’ The TimesIn her first ever story collection, Lionel Shriver illuminates one of the modern age’s most enduring obsessions:...
Pop Sonnets: Shakespearean Spins on Your Favourite Songs
Erik Didriksen
‘One of the very best collections of pop songs written in the style of William Shakespeare that I’ve read so far this year!’ ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic‘Ever wonder what Taylor Swift and Beyonc? would sound like in iambic pentameter? We hadn’t either,...
Neuropolis: A Brain Science Survival Guide
Robert Newman
Based on Rob Newman’s live stand-up show and new BBC Radio 4 comedy series, his thought-provoking and wryly amusing new book explores the scientific breakthroughs that have turned received ideas of brain science upside down.After imagining...
Mistletoe and Mayhem: A cosy, chaotic Christmas read!
Catherine Ferguson
A laugh-out-loud book from the ebook bestseller that’s sure to get you in the Christmas spirit!Lola Plumpton can’t believe her luck.Christmas is coming and her gorgeous boyfriend, Nathan, has offered up his swanky apartment to host her family’s...
Meddling and Murder: An Aunty Lee Mystery
Ovidia Yu
A delightfully warm and witty mystery from one of Singapore's best-known and most acclaimed writers, perfect for fans of Alexander McCall Smith’s NO. 1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY.Aunty Lee is on the case!There is nothing Rosie ‘Aunty’ Lee, amateur...
Mean Sisters: A sassy, hilariously funny murder mystery
Lindsay Emory
*‘Well written and Legally Blonde funny!’ Reader review*Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Lindsey Kelk and Mean Girls.Margot Blythe: 20-something, sharp, friendly and totally incapable of letting her college glory days go.When she returns to...
Me and Mr Carrington: A Short Story
Alexandra Brown
A short story from the author of Cupcakes at Carrington’s – and a prequel to Christmas at Carrington’s!Georgie Hart can’t believe her luck. It looks like Tom, the hunky boss of Carrington’s Department Store, in the picture-postcard town of...
Making Divorce Work: In 9 Easy Steps
Keith Barret
An hilarious spoof self-help book from the star of Marion & Geoff and host of the hit BBC comedy The Keith Barret Show.‘I don't feel like I have lost a wife but that I have gained a friend. I would never have met Geoff if Marion hadn't left...
Josephine Cox 3-Book Collection 2: The Loner, Born Bad, Three Letters
Josephine Cox
Three dramatic novels about the power of love, from Number 1 best-selling author Josephine Cox.THE LONERYoung Davie Adams is all alone. Devastated, he flees his hometown of Blackburn to escape the memories of the worst night of his life. With...
Ibiza Nights: A Short Story
Lucy Lord
A short story from the hilarious author of A GIRL CALLED SUMMER – find out what Summer was up to before her Ibiza adventures!Summer has been seeing her boss, David, on the sly for a few months now. But while David is keen to make things public,...
Grumpy Old Men: New Year, Same Old Crap
David Quantick
Following the phenomenal success of ‘Grumpy Old Men’, and ‘Grumpy Old Men on Holiday’, the guru of grump, David Quantick, takes a stand for miserable slobs everywhere against the self-help motivational mafia and keep-fit claptrap. The ultimate...
Grumpy Old Men: A Manual for the British Malcontent
David Quantick
At last! A comprehensive, handy guide for the misery-guts in your life.Are you an irritable, crabby, cantankerous, malcontented old grump? Well relax, because you're not alone. Grumpy Old Men is an annotated, cross-referenced and fully...
Every Woman For Herself: This hilarious romantic comedy from the Sunday Times Bestseller is the perfect spring read
Trisha Ashley
First comes marriage. Then comes divorce. Then it’s every woman for herself …When Charlie’s husband Matt tells her that he wants a divorce she has to start from scratch. Suddenly single, broke and approaching 40 she is forced to return to her...
Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows: A hilarious and heartwarming novel
Balli Kaur Jaswal
‘Big-hearted, earthy and funny… A rattlingly good story’ Deborah Moggach, The Best Exotic Marigold HotelWhen Nikki takes a creative writing job at her local temple, with visions of emancipating the women of the community she left behind as a...
Elegance and Innocence: 2-Book Collection
Kathleen Tessaro
‘Elegance is a fantastic book . . . funny, moving, tongue in cheek’ Cat DeeleyELEGANCELouise Canova is at a crossroads in her life. Browsing in a second-hand bookshop, she stumbles across a faded grey volume. Written by a formidable French...
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine: Debut Sunday Times Bestseller and Costa First Novel Book Award winner 2017
Гейл Ханимен
The Sunday Times bestseller‘Funny, touching and unpredictable’ Jojo MoyesEleanor Oliphant has learned how to survive – but not how to liveEleanor Oliphant leads a simple life. She wears the same clothes to work every day, eats the same meal deal...
Eating Up Italy: Voyages on a Vespa
Matthew Fort
Italy’s tumultuous history can be traced through its food. In an epic scooter trip from the Ionian Sea to the far north, distiguished food writer Matthew Fort explores the local gastronomy and culinary culture of a country where regional...
