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Clear your calendar, turn on your voicemail, and get cozy on the sofa, as Anya Wylde has decided to dip her toes into the world of contemporary romance. Love Muffin and Chai Latte follows the journey of Tabitha Lee Timmons as she deals with financial stress, loony relatives, some crooks, an unhappy bride-to-be, a grumpy old man, and two heartbreakingly handsome men.

A new Fairweather sister, Jane, is of age, but woe betides, she does not want to marry. She is a brilliant artist and determined to make a name for herself in the male-dominated field. Enter Mrs Fairweather, a determined mother who will go to any length to get her daughter married off. Alas, through trickery, Jane finds herself taking her wedding vows wrapped in a quilt and wearing only a chemise.

Miss Celine Fairweather’s life was bobbing along like a boat on a tranquil stream when a summons from her beloved sister, Penelope Radclyff, the duchess of Blackthorne, changed it all. Celine hurtles off to London to help the duchess run the Blackthorne Mansion and to discover the whereabouts of her lost love, Philbert Woodbead.

Ease the hearts and minds of children who have recently moved with this delightful modern twist on the classic Christmas story, which teaches kids that true joy doesn't come from getting gifts.

Ronnie Childs has questions. What happens now that she and Matthew Carling have crossed the line into love? Can they survive the enormous pressure that turning a lifelong dream into reality entails? And what happens when fate sends them a curveball neither of them expects? Matthew has questions of his own. How can he protect his boys from the bitter battle with his ex? What happens now that he’s given everything up for memories and love? Can he and Ronnie survive when life keeps throwing all it has at them?

The Odyssey is one of the most-loved stories in Greek mythology. This book highlights one of the more vicious creatures that Odysseus meets on his journey: the beautiful ocean sirens. This is a kid-friendly version that depicts these beautiful mermaids in disguise. With a rhyme that will captivate a young listener and illustrations so vibrant, your child will be glued to every word.

Join Zikora as she takes a magical tour on her extraordinary Moroccan rug to see a bit of the African continent. Inspired by Grandpa Amar’s African stories, Zikora sees firsthand and learns more about what Grandpa read to her. You too have the opportunity to go on an African tour like Zikora did. All you need to do is listen, close your eyes, and put your imagination to work with Zikora’s Moroccan Rug. There is so much to see and learn about Africa.

Kidnapped in seventh-century England and sold as a slave to a powerful mayor in France, Bathilde needs to adapt to survive. When the mayor’s beloved wife passes away, he looks to Bathilde for comfort. Fleeing his attentions, she is forced to live on the streets until she catches the king’s eye and everything changes. Now a queen, Bathilde must provide the king with heirs and continue the charitable and social work that has become her life, all while fighting her detractors. By the end of her days, Bathilde had changed the face of medieval France forever.

One tiny discovery can have enormous consequences.... Almost 10-year-old Octavia Bloom is looking for adventure, but when it comes, it's in the shape of a tiny fairy door. Dragging her reluctant sister and cousins into the mystery, Octavia discovers her family are hiding not one but two life-changing secrets.

Join Mia the Manatee on an adventure to meet new friends and learn about their awesome lives. Mia believes the things that make us different are beautiful and special and is excited to go on this journey with you! Mia the Manatee is a wonderful way to introduce diversity to your little ones.

A fun bedtime story designed to help children overcome a fear of monsters and the unknown. A tale of uncertainty, discovery, and laughter that will have them running to make friends with their own bed monsters.

Amazon number one best seller. Join Koko the elephant as she sets off on an adventure to reunite with her lost family at the watering hole. Koko is joined on her journey by her new friends, Milo the mischievous monkey and Gerry the goofy giraffe. Will the trio make it to the watering hole? Or will they be stopped in their tracks by a snappy encounter.... This is a great listen for naptime, car journeys, or any other time of the day!

The Jealous Little Ogre tells the story of a young ogre who lives happily in the forest with his mother and father. When a new family member comes along that could potentially replace him, he begins to have feelings of jealousy and anger. When he realizes he is being selfish, Little Ogre goes to a talking horse, who gives him guidance on how to deal with his negative feelings.

Sesame, an old woman in frail health, is trapped in the attic with no explanation. A woman and her two small girls live on the first floor, none of whom pay the old woman any mind. Though she tries calling out, banging on walls, and stomping on the floor, her cries for help go ignored. Sesame spends her days writing letters about the strange things that happened to her sister, Eula, who left home decades ago. It becomes certain to everyone living in the house that there is a ghostly presence, firmly rooted among them that is disturbing the peace and creating fears beyond reason.

Diana and her sister, Antonia, are house-sharing spinsters who have never got over their respective first loves. Naomi lives alone, haunted by the failure of her two marriages. When a body is discovered in the local quarry, all three women’s lives are turned upside down. And when Diana’s old flame Gill turns up unexpectedly, tensions finally spill over and threaten to destroy the outwardly peaceful lives all three women have carefully constructed around themselves.

A princess falls into a deep sleep for a hundred years after being cursed by an evil fairy. But when a handsome prince discovers her asleep, he vows to find a way to save her.

Otto Bloom has had an interesting start to his life, having been shielded in Fairy Land until a cure for the curse he was under could be found. Now he is back with his family, the Blooms. As an illness makes him feel low, he becomes riddled with doubts about his place in the family. He is caught off guard when an urgent message arrives from Fairy Land. Feeling like this is his time to step up to save his family, Otto makes a decision that will have dire consequences. Otto will need to believe in himself and the power of family in a bid to finally rid Fairy Land of its darkest threat.

In the middle of an average field, on an average day...a Bumble Bee went about his day, in a very average way—that is until he met a very Glum Glow Worm! Glum has lost his glow! Humble loves to help others and he does his best to cheer up his New Glum Chum. Sit back and enjoy the smiles as Humble helps his new friend to brighten up his day.

I just can’t sleep! We have all said those words to ourselves in the past or have heard them from loved ones as we try to calm down and settle into a relaxing slumber. This story tells the tale of an exhausted mother who helps her tired child to get to sleep. As the child's mind spins and whirls, her imagination takes to the skies with a space launch and some miraculous sheep!

Felicity Bloom has always felt responsible for her younger sister, so when an offer of even greater responsibility comes from Fairy Land, she doesn't hesitate. Celebrations at Castle Enfys abruptly turn to terror when an old adversary threatens the realm once again.Can Felicity embark on the Blooms' most dangerous quest yet to find a golden arrow? And will she have the courage to face her past and put right her future? Valor, forgiveness and intrigue unite in this enthralling adventure.