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Have you ever wondered why the quest for true love is so often entangled with wealth and social standing? Jane Austen's novels are far more than simple romances. They are sharp, satirical, and deeply moving examinations of the human heart set against the rigid backdrop of Regency England. This definitive quartet brings together four of her most celebrated works. Through the eyes of her flawed, resilient heroines, experience the intricate dance of courtship, the pressure to marry well, and the joy of finding a true partner.

In the eyes of her family, Chastity Shackleford was impulsive, flighty, overly emotional and inclined to sentimental overtures. All in all, a disaster waiting to happen should she accept the Duke of Blackmore's offer of a Season in London. But what else was she to do since her twin sister and best friend had abandoned her for the wilds of Cornwall? Naturally she might have hoped that disaster had waited a little longer before striking, but at least she faced the possibility of marriage with someone who had all his own teeth. 

When Drasko, a nine-year-old thief from the slums, is presented with a once-in-a-lifetime offer, life takes him to a far-away land on the hunt for diamonds. Twenty years later, Drasko Mawr, now the wealthiest diamond miner in the world, comes back to London. And he must play a dangerous game—a deal he has signed with blood.

Shy Gwen Jones lives in the beautiful rolling hills of the Welsh countryside in a sweet little farmhouse that’s been in the family for generations. She dreams of becoming a famous writer, but that sort of thing never happens to ordinary country girls. Then Gwen lands a deal with a prestigious London publisher. Her new editor John comes to stay to work on her book. He’s aloof and pompous and thinks he knows everything, but he certainly is handsome . . .

On December 19th, 1851, a crime took place in the center of London. One of the few who knows what truly happened is Countess Alina Bronskaya. But she will never speak of it. The crime is her curse and her salvation.

If you’ve ever rearranged your whole life to avoid getting sick—you’re not alone. For years, Jess Smith lived in the shadow of emetophobia—the all-consuming fear of vomiting. It dictated what she ate, where she went, and how she showed up in the world. It shaped her relationships, her motherhood journey, and even her sense of identity. From a frightened five-year-old avoiding school dinners, to a young mother lining the room with towels just in case, Jess carried a secret terror that no one seemed to understand.

Flashy and irresistible, Lord Ashbee is used to getting what he wants. A hedonist, a ruthless businessman, and an exquisite lover, he is admired and warned about in the high society of Victorian London. When he encounters a beautiful young woman in the Belle House, the famous house of pleasure on Piccadilly, he is more than intrigued. With the help of in-house maid Krissy, he is determined to seduce the mysterious beauty.

ADHD Behind Closed Doors is a heartfelt, unfiltered look at what it really means to parent a child with ADHD. It’s not a guidebook or a list of strategies—it’s a raw, honest account of the emotional reality behind the closed doors of families navigating neurodivergence.

You’ve held it together long enough. Tinnitus doesn’t get the final word on who you are. If you’re living with the constant sound, the exhaustion, and the quiet fear that nothing will change, this book is for you. Maybe you’ve been told there’s no cure. Maybe you’ve tried everything. Maybe part of you still hopes this doesn’t have to be your whole life.

Morovia is rumored to be the most dangerous land in the world, but for Elise, it is a sanctuary from Alba. There is safety from the church and from her twin who hunts her within her uncle's house, but not from her mother's past.

Zoe Brown is a thoughtful teenager burdened by anxiety and the daily pressures of fitting in. Battling feelings of isolation, she hides her struggles behind a mask, yearning for acceptance in a world that seems to overlook her. Through her humour and resilience, Zoe’s story shines a light on the hidden challenges faced by many young people today. Ellen Maclaren’s reality is harsher—a chaotic and abusive home where she fights to protect her baby sister. Forced to grow up too fast, Ellen’s tale is one of courage and survival, where love is her driving force amidst unthinkable adversity.

Alba is a land of harsh laws led by corrupt men. As an aristocrat, Elise has never felt the true burden of her land’s oppression. However, when a family tragedy awakens a new gift, she learns secrets from her mother’s mysterious past that will change everything. Guided by the dead, Elise learns forbidden powers that would get her burned as a witch if the wrong people knew. The more her power grows, the farther she strays from the Alban way.

Marcella Middleton has always tried to live a good life, but after losing her job, her boyfriend, and her home, she's tired of playing by the rules. But she has a plan. She's going to trick her way into Carmel and Rufus's home, that sickeningly perfect couple with the amazing, renovated farmhouse they're always boasting about in those glamorous lifestyle magazines. She'll tell them she only wants to stay for a few days, even though she never intends to leave. She has no idea the house is haunted by the ghosts of the past. Or that the couple have a sinister hidden agenda of their own.

Whether the pandemic has permanently altered your working arrangements and you're not dealing well with the new setup, or you work from home running a business and are struggling to find a good balance of work and ‘me time’, this book will help.

In this tender and elegantly written novella, Bosie reflects on her life with Bertie—a noble, ginger tomcat whose warmth, courage, and unwavering companionship shaped her world. Set against the backdrop of a timeless English village, their story unfolds through shared adventures, quiet moments by the fire, and the devastating storms—both literal and emotional—that test their bond.

The 24th century: Humanity has colonized the galaxy. Inter-solar corporations have grown immensely powerful and are no longer subject to the rule of law. Navy Pilot and Martian War veteran Mira Thorn is driven by the desire to finish her duty rotation with what's left of her parts intact. A goal that gets far more complicated when the FSS Berlin disrupts a pirate attack on a corporate freighter.

This book covers a wide range of herbs and their uses in both medicinal and magical practices, including sections detailing extraction and application. It also provides comprehensive step-by-step instructions on making a wide range of items like creams, herbal bags, incense, salves, tinctures, and poultices. Presented in an easy-to-understand format, with an added definition of terms, Herbal Lore is an asset to anyone wishing to utilize the beneficial properties of herbs.

Windshyr is considered cursed. A prize that no one else wanted. For Elise, the shrouded lands could be the answer to all her problems. Alex has found new allies to capture her. Annwyn is growing even more restless and impatient, and the Church of Alba is even more determined to see her burn after she saved James from their ambush. All will have to be dealt with, but first she must secure her place in Morovia.

Show Louise and Mark what body parts you already know of, and name them too! Don’t worry if you don’t know the answer right away, there are clues to help you work it out! Maybe you’ll know all of them already and can impress Louise and Mark with what you know! You could learn something new, but you might even teach them some body parts they don’t know about!

Allow me to introduce Bob, the small god of vending machine repair and computers. He may be new at the job, and he is still learning, but he is a very hard worker. Bob goes to work, invisible and inexperienced, silently watching and hoping for people to love him. He learns all about vending machines and then computers, but humans prove much more complicated. As the days pass, his power increases as his unknowing colleagues mutter “oh God” and start to believe, even if only a little. But modern life takes its toll, even on a higher deity.