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Find clarity on everyday green-living dilemmas to maximize your sustainability. Are paper bags always more environmentally friendly than plastic? How green are electric cars? And what saves more water, using the dishwasher twice a week or washing dishes by hand every day? From the milk we put in...

A gorgeous, feel-good romance from the top 10 bestselling author Jo Bartlett!Perfect for fans of Jenny Colgan, Eliza J. Scott and Jessica Redland ❄️💕 It's the most wonderful time of the year...isn't it? Emily Anderson adores romance—both in books and in real life (though her own love...

In the stillness of the night, when the world falls silent, a man lies awake, pondering the day's events. It is in these quiet hours that the soul speaks loudest, and the heart weighs the heaviest.

From the ancient civilizations along the banks of the Indus to the vibrant, modern democracy that thrives today, India’s history is a rich saga told through diverse cultures, monumental achievements, and profound spiritual insights. Explore the dawn of Indian civilization, witness the rise and fall of mighty empires, from the Maurya and Gupta dynasties to the majestic Mughal Empire, each leaving an indelible mark on the subcontinent’s cultural and architectural heritage.

Kate was raised a farm girl. She’s six feet tall, handles a motorbike like a professional but has insecurities to match her height. She ignores her past by putting her fingers in her ears but that doesn’t keep the questions out. Kate reluctantly rides out on her motorbike to find out the truth of her ancestry and make decisions on the future. This book explores the lives of strong rural New Zealanders, set against the fragile existence that isolation brings, two world wars and a landscape that is slipping away.

Grandpa is God Real" is a heartwarming tale of a grandfather's love for his granddaughter, Senida, and their deep conversation about faith. Despite living far apart, their bond remains strong. When Senida asks her grandfather if God is real, he responds affirmatively, citing the beauty of nature and the unseen but felt the presence of God's love. Through various analogies, the grandfather explains the concept of faith, comparing it to things like electricity and wind—invisible but undoubtedly real. He emphasizes the idea of growth, both physical and spiritual, guided by God's love.

The unspoken history of a house beset by tragedy has come alive. To defend their home, the inhabitants will have to piece together the long-dead and strange events surrounding a missing child, a bloody slaughter, and the hanging of a murderer. They will need help.

The next instalment in the Cornish Country Hospital series from top 20 bestseller Jo Bartlett. Perfect for fans of Grey's Anatomy and Doc Martin! 🚑 Every book in the Cornish Country Hospital Series can be read as a standalone 🚑 A broken bond… Wendy Tyler’s marriage ended when she...

A dreamy, escapist romance from Alison Roberts, perfect for fans of Gillian Harvey, Kate Frost and Lucy Coleman She came to Provence in the hope of a fresh start, she never expected she would fall in love and find herself along the way. Inheriting an old stone house in Provence, along with her...

In “The Healer,” Marshall Black’s fifth installment of the Mike McHaskell Series, Mike is tapped by an old friend in the Texas Rangers to seek out and bring to justice a ruthless killer masquerading as a holy man. When a series of grisly murders reveals an unholy alliance between a revered reverend and his sinister partner, Mike must confront the darkness lurking in unexpected places.

War stories inhere in all generations. This book is about the shards of war--the deep sharp edges left within those who have seen combat, survived it, and lived beyond it. The book weaves these stories told to the author, or experienced by him, with the Civil War Diary of the author's great-great grandfather. Grandfather Benjamin Franklin Heuston (1824-1894) fought for the Union with the 22nd Wisconsin Volunteer Regiment. He marched with General Sherman to Atlanta in 1864, and was badly wounded.

Along with Meredith and her grandfather Charlie, you'll go on a moving journey in "The Enchanted Journey of Remembering with Grandpa" as they face the difficulties of dementia. Meredith and her dear grandpa Charlie are the protagonists of this touching story, which chronicles their shared history of happy recollections and emotional moments of understanding and love.

Unlock financial prosperity with “Wealth Dynamics: Insights For Financial Empowerment”. This comprehensive guide is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the importance of financial literacy and the path to wealth. Whether you’re a beginner, or someone looking to enhance your financial knowledge, this book is a valuable resource. Empower yourself with financial education and pave your way to wealth.

We all feel a little lost in life sometimes. Animals are alike in this as well. Life is an adventure to enjoy. The mystery is the pursuit. Even if we pursue in our dreams. Never stop adventuring! Fred follows his dreams. Why don’t you?

Claire arrives at her new job as researcher at a grand English country house, nursing a broken heart. But tucked into the back of a long-forgotten drawer she finds a letter written in an elegant hand. It tells of a wartime secret about the beautiful Lady Violet – whose passionate affair with an Italian prisoner of war scandalised the village and ended in tragedy. Captivated, Claire promises to find Violet’s daughter, Tabitha, and reunite her with a priceless piece of her mother’s jewellery. With only the name of an Italian bakery, Pasticceria Mancini, to guide her, and the help of her handsome neighbour Jim, Claire travels to Tabitha’s last known location – Florence.

Kessler, a Mortal-Fae, has a bond with Ilona, a dragon. If the bond is broken through the death of one, the other will die of grief within the span of two moons. Ilona gave her life on a battlefield to save Kessler. In doing so, she gave Shai, a war-child, the portion of grief that comes with tears and sorrow, but she gave the emptiness of death to Kessler. Ilona instructs Kessler to make his way to Dreki Isle and create a new bond with her son, not yet hatched from his egg. If Kessler looks into the eyes of the wetling dragon first, he will have a new bond and will live.

‘I salute him with the most heartfelt respect and admiration’ PHILIP PULLMAN ‘Entrancing … a creative manifesto’ TELEGRAPH ‘Mesmerising … vibrating with life and curiosity’ OBSERVER In this lyrical and revelatory memoir, Alan Garner, Booker shortlisted author of Treacle Walker...

Full of David Wragg’s unique blend of humour, heart, and high stakes, The Company of the Wolf is the epic next instalment in the Tales of the Plains trilogy. Seeking a better life, Ree and Javani have travelled west into the mountains, and left their pasts – and their troubles – behind...

From the brilliant author of the Fox Family saga: a spinoff novel, following Bertie's journey to become a pilot as she takes to the skies in Cornwall. Set against the dramatic Cornish coastline, this absorbing tale of friends and secrets will delight fans of Rosie Goodwin and Evie Grace.

A collection of writings by the author of the 2022 Booker Prize-shortlisted Treacle Walker 'His work has a symphonic quality unique in fiction' THE TIMES ‘The autobiography of one of the most distinct and profound writers we have’ GUARDIAN In this rich collection of writings, spanning more...