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"An ocean divides them. Can their love survive the battles to come? Arthur Courtney is a commander without a ship and without purpose. So when old friend Captain Henry Harrison offers him a place onboard HMS Lion, bound to join Nelson’s fleet in the Mediterranean, he is eager for the opportunity. But onboard discipline has broken down; Harrison is not the captain he once was. Added to this, Courtney has agreed to a troubling deal in order to serve: marriage to Harrison’s sister-in-law, Tabitha Sandham. He fears he will have to choose between his career and his love for Hiram Nightingale. In England, Nightingale’s life is shaken by the death of his father and by the re-appearance of the Lion, the ship that caused him such pain. When threatening notes are received at his and Courtney’s cottage on the Isle of Wight, he vows to find out the truth behind them. But it appears there is more trouble on the island than simply the threatening messages. So while Courtney defends the sea, Nightingale must help protect England’s shores from calamity. A stunning and romantic historical adventure of the sea from the author of Leeward, a Times Historical Novel of the Year 2023. 'A fitting end to a wonderful trilogy' Antonia Senior, The Times"

Katie Daysh (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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The Devil to Pay

"In a world of gunpowder, smoke and blood, two men’s love will rise above the chaos. In 1802, The Treaty of Amiens brings the French Revolutionary Wars to an end. After the drama of the past few years, Lieutenant Arthur Courtney returns home to England where he hopes to spend a blissful summer with his close friend, Hiram Nightingale. But within weeks, HMS Loyal goes missing en route to Malta. She carries a French and British diplomat, Hugo Baptiste and Sir William Haywood. Their disappearance, in this tentative time of peace, may be enough to prematurely ignite war between France and Britain once more. Both Courtney and Nightingale, Sir William’s son-in-law, receive a position on HMS Lysander, tasked with tracking down the missing frigate. But as their mission grows ever more dangerous with each passing day, the risk of dissension simmers menacingly on the deck of the Lysander. And when painful memories finally begin to rise to the surface after so many years, the truth of Courtney and Nightingale’s powerful bond could be the spark that sets everything ablaze… A thrilling queer adventure on the High Seas, with romance, naval warfare and long hidden secrets finally come to light. Perfect for fans of Kate Mosse, Ken Follett and Diana Gabaldon. 'An absorbing follow-up to the brilliant Leeward' The Times"

Katie Daysh (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Leeward

"For whatever we lose, it is our self we find in the sea. Captain Hiram Nightingale is a veteran of the wars which have raged throughout Europe and the Americas. But a grand victory at the Battle of the Nile in 1798 comes at a devastating cost. Plagued by wounds both physical and mental, he attempts to recover by accepting command of HMS Scylla. His task is to hunt down a mutinous ship and bring the crew to justice. However, it soon becomes clear that the mission is just one danger in an immense web. Nightingale finds himself in the middle of a network of secrets that will affect everyone onboard the Scylla. He has to battle against the perils of the war-torn seas, a crew who he fears does not accept him, and meddling, powerful figures from his past. And in the centre of all this, his new lieutenant, the popular Arthur Courtney, stirs up long repressed feelings. On his journey, Nightingale must confront his own demons. For it seems, during his dangerous adventure, his greatest enemy might just be himself. A deeply poignant tale of naval warfare, political intrigue and a love between two men that stands tall in an unaccepting world. Perfect for fans of Hornblower, Sharpe and Outlander. ‘There are echoes of Horatio Hornblower in Nightingale’s introspection and doubts. The gay love story is beautifully written and the evocation of life on board the Scylla is equally good’ The Times"

Katie Daysh (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Paint Me Like Your Dead Girls: An addictive killer-thriller with a horror twist from a bestselling author

"Murder is an art . . . and she's the next masterpiece. From the bestselling author of Win Lose Kill Die and Keep Your Friends Close comes an addictive killer-thriller with a horror twist, following an aspiring crime journalist’s investigation into a case of copycat murders seemingly connected to a ‘cursed’ painting. Perfect for fans of Jennifer Lynn Barnes’ The Naturals series and Bill Wood's Let's Split Up. Don't miss out on the limited edition pink sprayed edge! ‘A thriller author to watch!’ Karen M. McManus, international bestselling author of One of Us Is Lying When aspiring crime journalist Fliss Keller uncovers a disturbing self-portrait of a man at an estate sale, her Art History professor dad buys it, despite how unsettled Fliss feels. The portrait has been lost for decades and completes a set of four existing paintings of women by the same artist already hanging in the town’s gallery. That evening, the portrait falls to the floor, revealing paperwork inside the frame that suggests the artist was a serial killer and that the women depicted were his victims. Despite her alarm, Fliss vows to investigate and uncover the truth. But when a series of gruesome murders rock the community, and some think the resurrection of the self-portrait has unleashed a curse, Fliss knows better than to believe them. There are shocking similarities between the poses of the modern-day murders and the painted women, and she’s sure there’s a copycat killer on the loose. Racing against time, can Fliss unravel the clues before she becomes the murderer's next muse? PRAISE FOR PAINT ME LIKE YOUR DEAD GIRLS: ‘A wickedly brilliant masterpiece from the queen of YA thrillers. Deliciously dark and addictive, this is Cynthia Murphy’s best – and scariest – book yet.’ Kathryn Foxfield, author of Good Girls Die First ‘Dark and unsettling, Murphy delivers an original, suspenseful thriller driven by richly drawn characters, where the horrors of the past refuse to stay buried. Perfect for fans of twisty crime!’ Jennifer Pearson, author of Drop Dead Famous ‘A delicious mystery full of clever twists and shocking turns.' Jessica Goodman, author of They Wish They Were Us ‘I couldn’t put it down. A really original concept and such a fun read.’ Kelly McCaughrain, author of Just Another Dead Boy ‘Sharp, thrilling and darkly riveting. Paint Me Like Your Dead Girls kept me on the edge of my seat!’ Alexis Henderson, author of When I Was Death 'Slick and twisted. A pulse-pounding thriller that held me captive all the way to the blistering finale! Prepare for a one-sit read.’ Kat Ellis, author of Harrow Lake ‘A propulsive thriller that’s both wickedly funny and deviously dark' Veronica Bane, author of Difficult Girls 'Dark, thrilling and so creepy. An enthralling world of art, obsession and murder' Amy McCaw, author of Mina and the Undead PRAISE FOR CYNTHIA MURPHY: ‘Bold, thrilling, and wickedly addictive. Your next obsession.’ Karen M. McManus, author of One of Us is Lying ‘An intricately crafted YA thriller that I cannot wait to read again.’ Bill Wood, author of Let’s Split Up ‘Twists, turns and heartstopping tension, Cynthia Murphy is a thriller author at the top of her game.’ Benjamin Dean, author of How to Die Famous © Cynthia Murphy 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026"

Cynthia Murphy (Author), Alice Dodd, Ella Lynch, Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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It Came from Neverland: A Novel

"Peter Pan meets Stephen King's It in this twisted horror retelling of a classic childhood fairy tale set during WWI. 1914, Wendy Darling works by day as a school teacher, and by night, she assists soldiers who have returned home from the Western Front. There is one mysterious patient who, despite all the care they’ve given him, is in a deep sleep, unable to wake up. One night, when he murmurs the words “Peter Pan,” Wendy is thrown back to a darker time, one that she wishes she could forget. When one of her students goes missing, it brings back memories of when children went missing and were later found murdered in London many years ago. Wendy is convinced that Peter Pan, the entity that she believes killed those children, is back. She and her brothers had a close encounter with Peter Pan, after all. But her brothers only remember Peter Pan and Neverland as a fantasy of childhood games. When another child goes missing and signs start to point to Wendy, Scotland Yard digs into old reports, finding that Wendy knew the names of all the children who had been killed. As Wendy tries to prove her innocence, she also has to find a way to stop Peter Pan once and for all."

Cynthia Pelayo (Author), Ella Lynch, Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Little Golden Book Biography Treasury: Pop Stars: Taylor Swift, The Beatles, Chappell Roan, Beyonce, and more!

"Celebrate seven world-famous superstars with this Little Golden Book Biographies collection! Follow Taylor Swift from her childhood living on a Christmas tree farm, where she discovered her passion for songwriting, to her early days on Nashville's Music Row and her rise as one of the biggest stars in pop music. The Beatles were four friends from Liverpool who became the best-selling music act of all time. Experience Beatlemania all over again when learning about the band-from their humble beginnings to their unforgettable arrival in the U.S. It's being true to herself and creating the music she loves that has made Chappell Roan the artist she is today. From her early beginnings in Missouri to her awesome live performances at music festivals, Chappell proudly shares her true self with the world and her fans love her for it! Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead singer of Destiny's Child, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. Beyoncé continues to inspire and demonstrate that dreams-no matter how big-can be achieved through hard work and determination. Multi-talented entertainer Dolly Parton is generous, humble, smart, and funny. This Little Golden Book biography shares how she came from incredibly poor beginnings and became an award-winning songwriter and singer, actress, author, literacy advocate. She even has her own theme park! BTS's popularity has grown larger than anyone could have imagined. This boy bands' smash success story comes to life-from their early days together in South Korea, to becoming one of the biggest music groups in the world with hit songs like 'Dynamite' and 'Yet to Come,' to speaking at the United Nations. When you're BTS, you work as a team, stay true to yourself, and inspire millions. Harry Styles is a world famous performer who got his start on the singing competition show The X Factor, and as a member of One Direction. He is a superstar singer, actor, and fashion icon."

Cat Reynolds, Deborah Hopkinson, Jan Ann, Judy Katschke, Lavaille Lavette, Wendy Loggia (Author), Amythyst Kiah, Bailey Carr, Jeremy Carlisle Parker, Lavaille Lavette, Michelle H. Lee, Rory Barnett, Vidish Athavale (Narrator)

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The Red Winter: A lyrical folklore fantasy full of sorcery, demons and debauchery

"Inspired by the eighteenth-century legend of the Beast of Gévaudan, The Red Winter is a lusty, dark, queer fantasy - perfect for fans of The Witcher and Susanna Clarke. 'Charming, haunting, ambitious' - T. KINGFISHER, author of Nettle & Bone A devastating love story. A bewitching twist on history. A blood-drenched hunt for purpose, power and redemption. In 1785, Professor Sebastian Grave receives the news he fears most: the terrible Beast of Gévaudan has returned, and the French countryside runs red in its wake. Sebastian knows the Beast. A monster-slayer with centuries of experience, he joined the hunt for the creature twenty years ago and watched it slaughter its way through a long and bloody winter. Even with the help of Sarmodel, the demon he plays host to, bringing the monster down nearly cost him his life. Now, two decades later, Sebastian has been recalled to the hunt by Antoine Avenel d'Ocerne, an estranged lover who shares a dark history with the Beast and a terrible secret with Sebastian. Drawn by both the chance to finish the Beast for good and the promise of a reconciliation with Antoine, Sebastian cannot refuse. Some monsters, it seems, simply won't stay buried . . . 'A dark, witty listen blending horror and history into a vivid, gripping, and resonant experience.' - KIRKUS REVIEWS 'An absolute feast of a book: rich, red, sinfully delicious' - ALIX E. HARROW, author of Starling House"

Cameron Sullivan (Author), Imogen Church, Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Just Visiting This Planet: Merlin Answers More Questions about Everything under the Sun, Moon and Stars

"*Revised and updated for the twenty-first century* In this updated, illustrated companion volume to Merlin's Tour of the Universe, we visit again with Merlin, a timeless space traveler from Planet Omniscia, who answers a collection of imaginative questions about the cosmos from Earthlings of all ages. Whether waxing poetic about Earth and its environs, the Sun and its stellar siblings, the world of light, physical laws or galaxies near and far, Merlin's remarks are engaging, humorous, and clear as a starry night sky. Merlin hasn't been stumped yet, responding to questions including: If aliens exploded our moon, what effect would it have on us? What are your thoughts on the theory that a star named Nemesis is circling our solar system and was responsible for killing off the dinosaurs? If I leave a container on my roof for a period of time, can I collect particles from outer space? Just Visiting This Planet is a timeless book for all travellers of the universe."

Neil deGrasse Tyson (Author), André Santana, Bronson Pinchot, Cassandra Morris, Deanna Anthony, Em Grosland, Jaime Lincoln Smith, Jennifer Aquino, Jim Meskimen, Kevin R. Free, Lauren Fortgang, Liam Gerrard, Luzma Ortiz, Natalie Naudus, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Nicole Cash, Pun Bandhu, Rory Barnett, Soneela Nankani (Narrator)

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Astrolabe Rebirth (Novel)

"In a world ruled by machines, one human stumbles upon a mysterious man whose presence foreshadows an apocalypse. Sci-fi meets danmei (Boys' Love) in this brand-new story by Arise Zhang, also known as Fei Tian Ye Xiang (非天夜翔)--author of Legend of Exorcism and Dinghai Fusheng Records! In the fractured world of the Astrolabe, where humans are but shadows of their former selves, the City of Steel is ruled by androids and their man-made deity, Father. Humanity lives on the brink of annihilation, and A-Ka, a young slave shackled by oppression, clings to a fragile hope of escaping to a legendary land across the sea. When A-Ka crosses paths with Heishi, a mysterious raven-haired man awakened after thousands of years, his life is upended. Bound by destiny and an unspoken connection, the two become unlikely allies as they're swept into a cataclysmic war between clones and androids. As ancient prophecies unravel, the fragile bond between A-Ka and Heishi may hold the key to salvation--or doom."

Fei Tian Ye Xiang, Yu Yu (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Terror: Zombie Castle Book 6

"The dead may be fading. Something worse is coming. A brutal winter brings an eerie quiet. Undead attacks slow, and for the first time, there is a flicker of peace. Tom and his people remain cautious, knowing better than to trust the calm. Summoned to Cornwall by a desperate plea for help, their mission is clear: fortify the peninsula and establish a haven for the living. Inspired by the endurance of Warwick Castle, they begin building a colossal earthen wall to cut off the mainland and secure the future. At the castle, hope is reborn with the arrival of the first baby since the collapse, yet as the frost recedes a new threat emerges. Faster. Smarter. Deadlier. Now, the ancient stone walls are the last defence in the final stand for humanity. Listen to the epic conclusion to Chris Harris’ Zombie Castle series now."

Chris Harris (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Climb Greater Heights: How to Accelerate Your Business Growth, Amplify Your Success, and Build a Legacy of Significance

"Navigate the new business frontiers with unparalleled precision and insight. — Dr. John Demartini, Author of The Values Factor “In Climb Greater Heights, Tony J. Selimi shows you how to turn doubt and adversity into purpose, passion, and profit.” — Steve Harrison, Author Success From homelessness to leading billion-pound technology transformations, Tony J. Selimi has lived the journey of extraordinary reinvention. Now, in this powerful and transformative audiobook, he hands you the exact roadmap he’s used to help global leaders, entrepreneurs, and CEOs generate over a billion pounds in sales, amplify authority, and build businesses that stand the test of time. With The 12-Step Growth Accelerator Method®, you’ll discover how to: - Ignite exponential growth and overcome complex challenges with confidence and clarity. - Master critical business-building skills, foster innovation, and align your vision with your deepest values. - Maximise profitability and sustainability, turning your mission into a legacy that outlives you. Through captivating case studies, actionable exercises, and real-world examples, Tony merges practical strategies with profound insights into human behaviour, emotional intelligence, leadership excellence, and resilience. Climb Greater Heights isn’t just another business book—it’s a transformational listening experience for high achievers ready to scale impact, elevate influence, and create a legacy of significance in both business and life."

Tony Jeton Selimi (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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Harry Styles: A Little Golden Book Biography

"Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about superstar singer, actor, and fashion icon, Harry Styles. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers-as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Harry Styles-the world famous performer who got his start on the singing competition show The X Factor, and as a member of One Direction-is an inspiring read-aloud for all Harries! Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • The Beatles • Beyoncé • Lady Gaga • Taylor Swift • Dolly Parton"

Wendy Loggia (Author), Rory Barnett (Narrator)

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