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In this captivating fragment of a novel, penned by Jane Austen in 1804 and left untitled until her nephew, James Edward Austen-Leigh, published it in his 1871 memoir, we meet Mr. Watson, a widowed clergyman navigating life with his two sons and four daughters. The youngest, Emma, has been raised by a wealthy aunt, granting her a refined education that sets her apart from her sisters. However, when her aunt makes a hasty second marriage, Emma is forced to return home, where she is disheartened by the chaotic courtship antics of two of her twenty-something sisters. (Summary from Gesine and ...

‘A breath-taking panorama’ Sunday Times ‘A compelling, epic tale’ Financial Times Peter Watson's magisterial sweep through modern German thought and culture confounds stereotypes that the world has of Germany, and Germany has of itself. From the end of the Baroque age and the death of...

The unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Mary Berry's autobiography, Recipe for Life, read by the actress Patricia Hodge. From Queen of Tarts to the nation's heart, Mary Berry shares her Recipe for Life. "In the words of my father, my birth caused no end of trouble..." From the moment she came into the world - two weeks early, throwing her parents' lives into disarray - Mary has gracefully but firmly done things her own way.

"Immerse yourself in the captivating life story of Emma Watson, the renowned actress, activist, and icon, in the "Emma Watson Biography Flash" podcast. Delve into the extraordinary journey of this multifaceted individual, from her early days as a child star to her transformative roles and influential advocacy work. Discover the driving forces behind her success, the challenges she has overcome, and the profound impact she has made on the entertainment industry and beyond. This engaging and informative podcast provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of Emma Watson, offering ...

All Molly wants is somewhere she can feel safe… After her mother is charged with drugs and neglect, six-year-old Molly arrives at Casey and Mike's as an emergency placement, carrying secrets no child should have to keep. But just as Molly begins to trust Casey, a heartbreaking event and the...

Daniel just wants someone he can rely on… With his parents in and out of prison, Daniel has spent the last three years in a children’s home, feeling forgotten and with nowhere to truly belong. When he arrives at Casey and Mike’s, his challenging and unpredictable behaviour soon reveals a...

Twelve Steps for White America: For a United States of America answers the revolutionary call of James Baldwin in “The Fire Next Time” for new standards for white Americans. Educator and former psychotherapist William Watson presents a treatment plan for democracy, an innovative framework of steps white Americans can take (and all individuals and organizations can incorporate) to right our nation’s course to peace and prosperity through justice then liberty for all.

Black As It Is highlights the culture, confronts the challenges, and celebrates the triumphs of the African-American experience. Featuring insightful conversations with social icons and community leaders, we dive into the heart of what it truly means to be Black in the world today.

Hosted by a practising family solicitor, I welcome former clients and others with lived experience to join me in honest, compassionate conversations. In family law, what happens inside a marriage is rarely taken into account unless it reaches the high threshold of conduct — meaning many emotional realities never make it into the courtroom. This podcast gives voice to those truths: the struggles unacknowledged, the experiences dismissed, and the realities labelled irrelevant. Real talk, grounded guidance, and empowering stories for anyone moving through divorce.

As society shifts its perspective on allyship—moving from being "not racist" to "anti-racist"—White allies are being called upon to work toward changing the status quo. However, the vast majority of resources on this topic emphasize educating allies about anti-racism without teaching them how to do anti-racism work. This leaves well-meaning allies feeling stuck, frustrated, and afraid of getting it wrong. Beyond Fragility fills this gap by providing a step-by-step approach to effective anti-racism allyship.

*Updated with a new introduction* Journalist Rebecca Traister’s New York Times bestselling exploration of the transformative power of female anger and its ability to transcend into a political movement is “a hopeful, maddening compendium of righteous feminine anger, and the good it can do...

There was only one man Sammy could turn to… With his young mother in and out of prison, Sammy has been in care since he was nine years old. Left feeling entirely alone, he has never had a proper safe haven. There is one person looking out for Sammy: his neighbour, ‘Uncle Kenny’. But while...

Intentionally plural, Southern Cultures, the journal of the Center for the Study of the American South at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, was founded in 1993 to present all sides of the American South, from sorority sisters to Pocahontas, from kudzu to the blues.

A heartbreaking true story of a broken family and the foster carer who wants to keep them together… The Watsons are no strangers to sibling placements but when Casey takes the call from her supervising social worker one frosty January morning, she can instantly tell from the tone of her...

Amelie just wants a home she feels safe in… Six-year-old Amelie lives with her mother, Kelly, who suffers from bipolar disorder. After Kelly attempts to burn down their family house, it becomes clear that her daughter is in grave danger. Amelie is quickly taken into care. When she arrives with...

After taking a few weeks off work, Casey is presented with a new foster child: 14-year-old Elise, whose Mum left her at just five years old. At first, she’s no trouble at all, that is until she falsely accuses another carer, Jan, of acting inappropriately towards her. It turns out this isn’t the first lie Elise has told—her previous carer was constantly following up allegations Elise had made of people bullying her, trying to have sex with her or hurting her physically. 

*Updated with a new introduction* Journalist Rebecca Traister’s New York Times bestselling exploration of the transformative power of female anger and its ability to transcend into a political movement is “a hopeful, maddening compendium of righteous feminine anger, and the good it can do...

A 5-year-old boy, Ethan, is brought to Casey in the middle of the night after the sudden death of his young mother after a drug overdose. Estranged from her parents, Ethan’s mum had been abused by her ex-partner, and began taking drugs to cope. Ethan is obviously lost and bewildered, and...

Empowering women empowers everyone. Women with confidence, equal pay, and leadership opportunity enrich workplace culture and help the whole organization. The first step is understanding that gender balance is not a zero-sum game. The Next Smart Step is a clear, assured guide to understanding the challenge of gender imbalance, implementing solutions, and equipping listeners with the tools we all need to ensure change that is positive and enduring. It is about all of us becoming leaders.