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Chemistry teacher Ashleigh Hutchinson knows better than anyone that love and lust don’t mix. The feelings come from different hormones, they trigger different responses, and they demand different reactions. Which is why she doesn’t date. She hooks up. No catching feelings required. When Ashleigh is fired from her job without notice, she signs up to participate in a month-long sleep study, which will pay her enough to cover rent while she job hunts. It seems easy enough—until she walks into the clinic and finds herself staring right into the gorgeous eyes of Xander Miller, the only man to have ever tempted her to abandon her no-relationships rule. When Xander and Ashleigh realize the study is only looking for couples, they agree to pretend to be together—which means sleeping in the same bed every night for the next few weeks. How hard can it be to keep their cool under the covers? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781804998625 • Author: Elizabeth McKenzie • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 304 • Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.6 x 1.8 cm

A thrilling and heart-healing supernatural road trip featuring an extraordinary young girl and her two unlikely protectors. The Bones Beneath My Skin is a gripping tale that explores what it means to be human – by the bestselling author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, TJ Klune. In the spring of 1995, Nate Cartwright is at a loose end: his parents are dead, his older brother has disowned him and he’s been fired from his job. Looking for a sense of direction, he returns to his family’s summer cabin in Oregon. The cabin should be empty – but it’s not. Inside is a man named Alex and an extraordinary little girl who calls herself Artemis Darth Vader. There’s far more to Art than meets the eye. But as Nate and Alex bond over just how special she truly is, they discover that powerful forces are closing in – forces that want nothing more than to control her . . . There’s nothing more human than a broken heart. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781035002313 • Author: TJ Klune • Publisher: Macmillan Distribution Limited • Format: Paperback • Pages: 400 • Dimensions: 20.2 x 13.3 x 2.5 cm

RETURN TO THE INTOXICATING WORLD OF THE FAE… Betrayed by destiny. Cursed by love. Bound by hope. Yeeran and Lettle are no longer prisoners to the fae court, but now they’re bound by the shackles of their hearts … Yeeran was born for war but is unprepared for love. She has left her new lover, the Queen of the fae, to return to her homeland, only to find that her former lover now threatens war against the fae. Left behind, her sister Lettle is determined to break the curse that binds the fae to their realm. When a stranger appears in the city, Lettle is convinced he’s the key. But the Fates that once spoke to her have fallen silent. Can Lettle and Yeeran discover the secret behind the curse – and unite these two worlds before they destroy each other? Return to the intoxicating world of the fae in the seductive sequel to the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling Faebound. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008597054 • Author: Saara El-Arifi • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 352 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 cm

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Her secrets will be the death of you… When Pixie moves into Columbia Mansions, divorced Gwen is quick to take the younger woman under her wing. But as Pixie becomes entangled with her charismatic landlord Alec, the lines of friendship begin to blur. With rumours of illicit goings-on swirling, Gwen soon realises Pixie isn’t the only one with something to hide. How well does she really know the neighbours she considers her friends? As scandal erupts, old grudges resurface, leading to a crime that will destroy the peace of Columbia Mansions forever. Sunday Times bestseller Louise Candlish returns with this gripping, twisted story of neighbours, secrets and murder. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008753733 • Author: Louise Candlish • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 384 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 cm

Growing up is an adventure-and sometimes even the bravest young adventurers need a little help! The First Steps series is a great way to prepare children for change and reinforce good habits as they acquire new key life skills. Each book is written with patience, sensitivity and expertise, and perfectly crafted to engage, educate, and inspire. In I Don't Need a Dummy, kids can join Diego the dinosaur as he learns how to leave his dummy behind, without tears or tantrums! In following Diego's story, children can learn why they don't need their dummy and help them feel more confident about giving it up. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398862821 • Author: Claire Philip & Yenna Mariana • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback

Unwind with these entertaining word puzzles. Unwind and challenge yourself with this delightful collection of 300 quick crossword puzzles. Each puzzle features a classic 13x13 grid, designed to test your word power and general knowledge in a fun and engaging way. How fast can you complete them all? Perfect for sharpening your vocabulary and keeping your brain active, these puzzles are ideal for passing the time while traveling, on holiday, or relaxing at home. All solutions are conveniently provided at the back of the book, so you can easily check your answers and track your progress. Enjoy hours of stimulating entertainment with this must-have crossword collection! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008803568 • Author: Collins Puzzles • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 352 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 cm

Immerse yourself in these enjoyable word grid puzzles. Packed full of 300 themed Kriss Kross puzzles to test your word power and logic. You will find 100 easy, 100 medium and 100 hard puzzles in this collection so you can work your way up through the difficulty levels. These engaging puzzles combine elements of word search and crossword styles, offering a fun and stimulating way to boost your mental agility and deductive reasoning. Can you correctly place all the words in the grid? Perfect for passing the time while traveling, on holiday, or relaxing at home, this collection provides hours of enjoyable brain exercise. Solutions are conveniently included at the back of the book, so you can check your answers and track your progress with ease. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008803599 • Author: Collins Puzzles • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 352 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.5 cm

A Million Hugs and Kisses is a super-sweet colouring book designed for fans of all things cute and cuddly. Inside, there are over 30 spreads packed with the most adorable animal pairs, from snuggling lovebirds and otters holding paws to puppies nuzzling and penguins cuddling, and decorated with stunning patterns and motifs. Lulu’s instantly recognizable style brings gentle fun and humour to each scene, which kids and adults alike will love bringing to life with colour. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781789297218 • Author: Lulu Mayo • Publisher: Michael O'Mara • Format: Paperback • Pages: 64

In this heartfelt picture book, children join Tiger as she learns the importance of thinking of others. Being kind is a way of behaving that is part of being a happy child. But it is not easy being kind all the time, and what does being kind actually mean? My Kind Book helps children discover ways to be kind and how to deal with times when they feel grumpy and hurtful. By following Tiger on her journey, children will begin to learn how to be helpful, respectful, and polite-and why these things are important. The book also looks at what it means to be unkind, and help children cope with negative emotions. Developed in consultation with a mental health professional Clare Arnold, CAMHS, My King Book equips young children with the insight and vocabulary they need to express, anticipate, and navigate their feelings. Perfect for children aged 3+. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398850118 • Author: Honor Head & Sarah Ward • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback

Delightful and witty, this is a simple story of mistaken identity! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533613 • Author: Petr Horacek • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 40 • Dimensions: 25.3 x 23 cm

A moving storybook about the companionship that exists between a little girl and her charmingly domesticated imaginary dragon. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533675 • Author: Bob Graham • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 40 • Dimensions: 26.5 x 22.8 cm

In this picture book, children can go on a heartfelt journey with Fox as he explores his feelings of envy and learns about fairness. Whether it's from wanting someone else's toys, navigating friendships, or sharing attention with siblings, feeling jealous can be very scary for young children, who may feel out-of-control and anxious. By following sweet Fox as he experiences feeling of jealousy, My Jealous Book helps children understand while they feel the way they do and how they can make themselves feel better. Feeling jealous is part of growing up, but children need to understand it and how to cope with it. My Jealous Book provides the insight and vocabulary youngsters need to express how they feel and encourages them to talk about their feelings. Perfect for children aged 3+. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398850125 • Author: Honor Head & Sarah Ward • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback

'If I had to choose between betraying my friend and betraying my country, I hope I should have the courage to betray my country.' E. M. FORSTER People have betrayed their country, or their friends, for all kinds of different reasons - conscience, conviction, love, as well as pride, vengeance and greed. The stories in Traitors range from the faith-inspired terrorism of Guy Fawkes to the non-violent White Rose gang of students who defied Hitler; from patriotic rebels such as Roger Casement to ambivalent ideologues such as Lord Haw-Haw and the Cambridge spy Kim Philby; and from femmes fatales such as Mata Hari to unwitting victims such as Lady Jane Grey. Those found guilty of treason have usually faced the same penalty: death. But as these thoroughly researched and grippingly told tales of treachery show, one man's traitor may sometimes be another man's hero . . . Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529440010 • Author: Ian Crofton • Publisher: Quercus Publishing plc • Format: Paperback • Pages: 304 • Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm

Give your brain a workout with these ever-popular puzzles. A cracking collection of the unique two-speed crossword puzzle from The Sun. With 160 puzzles both with quick and cryptic style clues for the same puzzle, you have all you need for a word workout with this fantastic puzzle. The two-speed crossword puzzles appear daily in The Sun, Britain’s bestselling daily newspaper. Providing a unique challenge amongst crosswords, each puzzle has a set of cryptic and coffee-time, quick definition-style clues, so that you can choose either to take your time, or to head for the speedy conclusion, with both sets of clues leading to the same answer. These crosswords do not rely on topical knowledge and can be enjoyed at any time, any place. This collection of 160 crosswords will appeal to anyone seeking a fun and informative break from daily life. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008749149 • Author: The Sun • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 368 • Dimensions: 12.9 x 19.8 x 2.8 cm

Growing up is an adventure-and sometimes even the bravest young adventurers need a little help! The First Steps series is a great way to prepare children for change and reinforce good habits as they acquire new key life skills. Each book is written with patience, sensitivity and expertise, and perfectly crafted to engage, educate, and inspire. InI Can Use My Potty, young readers join Lily the unicorn and her dinosaur friend Kai as they learn to use the potty. This comforting story is written for toddlers, offering a gentle approach to potty training. Lily is initially unsure and nervous of change, but finds encouragement from her dino friend who shares her experience of overcoming the fear of the potty. Together, they explore how to recognize the signs of needing to go, the importance of keeping clean and the excitement of reaching this important milestone!  Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398854796 • Author: Claire Philip & Yenna Mariana • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback

A story about a little boy who delights in wearing his mummy's lipstick, celebrating artistic self-expression and being true to yourself. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533491 • Author: Laura Dockrill • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 40 • Dimensions: 24.8 x 23 cm

Growing up is an adventure-and sometimes even the bravest young adventurers need a little help! The First Steps series is a great way to prepare children for change and reinforce good habits as they acquire new key life skills. Each book is written with patience, sensitivity and expertise, and perfectly crafted to engage, educate, and inspire. I Can Get to Sleep follows Cally the unicorn and her friend Senbi the dinosaur as they get ready for bed. Though their story, kids can learn some helpful routines for sleeping independently, without tears or tantrums. This comforting story is written for toddlers, showing them to confidently approach sleep and bedtime. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398862838 • Author: Claire Philip & Yenna Mariana • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback

Join Bobo the Orangutan on his quest to find the perfect pillow and ensure a good night’s sleep. Bobo is sure one of his jungle friends will be able to help. He plucks a feather here and a tuft of hair there but only causes upset! Bobo is left despondent and still without a pillow. But when Elsie the elephant enthusiastically strokes Bobo and wraps him up in her trunk in an effort to play, Bobo gets very upset indeed. Will Bobo and Elsie both learn and important lesson about asking permission?  Beautifully illustrated, QED’s Storytime series introduces young children to the pleasures of reading and sharing stories. Featuring charming animal and human characters, the books explore important social and emotional themes like friendship, gratitude, perseverance and overcoming fears. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781802421958 • Author: Donna David & Laura Watkins • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 27.4 x 24.9 x 0.6 cm

In this heartfelt picture book, children can go on a heroic journey with Koala as learns to make sense of and deal with sadness. Young children can feel sad for many reasons, but may not have the language to express how they feel. This charmingly illustrated, empathetically written book takes children on a supporting and reassuring journey with cute Koala as she experiences feelings of sadness. Alongside Koala, children learn to recognize their feelings and discover ways to make themselves feel better. My Sad Book provides the insight and vocabulary youngsters need to express how they feel and encourages them to talk about their feelings. With heartwarming, full-colour illustrations by Sara Ward, this book is perfect for children aged 3+. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781398850156 • Author: Honor Head & Sarah Ward • Publisher: Arcturus Publishing • Format: Paperback