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"A lonely librarian finds love, friends, and a few ghosts between the shelves in this cozy, paranormal tale from beloved bestselling author Auralee Wallace.
It's a dark and stormy night…and Amelia Bates is caught in the rain. Life hasn't always been kind to her, and being a ghostseer certainly doesn't make things any easier.
Glowing warmly through the autumnal downpour is her safest haven: the library. Amelia, the newly hired librarian, has always relished the comfort of curling up with a novel, vastly preferring it to the company of humans (alive or ghostly).
But Amelia is shocked to discover the building is full of more than quiet stories and warm cups of tea. There are curious, talkative patrons, a shy, bespectacled head librarian who makes her heart skip a beat, and three quirky spirits causing paranormal havoc that endangers the future of the library.
To help the ghosts and save the building, Amelia will have to gather all her bravery and wits, because learning to trust others might just be the first step to a happily ever after she only thought was possible in books."
"Bloomsbury presents Devils We Know by L.T. Thompson, read by Stephanie Cannon
'Queer buccaneers on a magical adventure . . . one of the comps was Our Flag Means Death, how could I not give it a try? I'm so glad I did!' — Rick Riordan, on Devils Like Us
The sequel to the Stonewall Honor winner Devils Like Us
Three queer teens must bring Death out of hiding to save one of their own in book two of this YA historical fantasy duology that's Our Flag Means Death meets The Lady's Guide to Petticoats and Piracy.
We need to find Death.
Cas, Remy, and Finn are on the run from the Order of Lazarus, a secret society that wants to use Cas’s prophetic powers to capture Death and ensure that only the “unworthy” and “immoral” will meet their ends. Which will not only upend nature’s balance but also tear apart the only place the friends have ever felt safe to be themselves: Aboard the Mori, where Cas can live openly as a trans boy, and where Remy and Finn are beginning to fall for each other. No matter what, they can’t let that happen.
To protect their found family of queer sailors, the three teens will need to find Death first and strike a bargain of their own. But the society is hot on their heels—and so is a demon who’s determined to claim the soul he’s owed. C 2026 L.T. Thompson P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"
"Bloomsbury presents Her Perfect Escape by Rachel Wolf, read by Stephanie Canon.
‘Luxury, lies and lethal secrets. Expect sun-drenched chills when a Greek paradise turns perilous' JO FURNISS
'Immerses you in luxury and intrigue on a stunning Greek island... Perfect reading escapism.' HEATHER CRITCHLOW
‘I loved it!... Pacy, thrilling, clever - it was the perfect page-turner.’ FLISS CHESTER
'A sultry, gripping read and perfect for fans of The White Lotus.’ CASS GREEN
Even paradise has shadows.
July 2025. Tash and Mark host a birthday weekend for their son, Dom, at their luxury villa on a Greek island, inviting a select list of people to celebrate. As the drinks flow, the unthinkable happens when Tash’s sister drowns, vanishing without a trace.
No one suspects foul play – except for Tash.
July 2026. One year on, Tash hosts a party for the same guests who were there when Emma died. She's learned that they're all hiding something - even Dom's behaviour has changed since that night. She knows that answers lie on the island and no one is leaving until she gets the truth.
But if the villa holds the secrets to what happened, it also hides a killer...
'What a ride! Twists and turns, secrets and lies - it’s all here in this thriller, set in glamorous Greece. A brilliant beach read to puzzle over - who is telling the truth? And who is not as they seem?' SAM HOLLAND
'I devoured this tense glittering, gilded knot of a Mykonos mystery... it's prefect escapism.' ANGELA CLARK
'Taut, relentless and breathtaking.' KATE SIMANTS
‘Thrilling... Soaked in sunshine. Dripping with glamour and privilege.’ S.E. LYNES C 2026 Rachel Wolf P 2026 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"
"Boston, 1879. Phoebe Van Bergen wants more than a life of silk gowns and society balls. She has poured everything into the Van Bergen Women’s Hospital—her inheritance, her defiance, her desperate need to be more than society’s gilded ornament. Within its cramped wards, she matters.
Dr. Douglas McLennan, a brilliant but haunted Scottish doctor, arrives with secrets of his own. Sparks fly as their ambitions—and hearts—collide, forging an unexpected partnership.
When tragedy strikes, both must choose between the safety of their pasts and the promise of something more. Can Phoebe defy society’s expectations and chart her own course—and can Douglas let go of his ghosts to embrace a future he never imagined?
From the opulent ballrooms of Gilded Age Boston to the wild beauty of the Scottish coast, this unforgettable tale of passion, ambition, and the power of love to mend even the most broken of hearts is perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah, Amy Harmon and Olivia Hawker.
Readers love Imogen Martin's historical novels:
“Loved, loved, loved this book! A wonderful adventure and romance… I couldn't put it down. I read it in the bath, letting the water get cold all around me because I didn't want to stop reading!” - Kate Hewitt, author of 'The Last Stars in the Sky'
“A story about fighting for change when the world tells you to stay quiet — and about finding connection when you least expect it. A must-read for fans of emotional historical fiction with strong female leads.” Reader review
“A glorious Gilded Age romance with fascinating, complex, superbly crafted central characters whose chemistry sparkles in every encounter... I resented every moment I had to stop reading to do other things. This is a love story to relish.” Luisa A. Jones, author of The Gilded Cage
Imogen Martin is the author of sweeping historical fiction set in 19th-century America. She has been twice shortlisted for the CIMA International Laramie Award and the Joan Hessayon Award."
"'This story made me cry multiple times and I'm not a big crier.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Brodie Carter thought he’d left his small-town life behind when the band he formed with his brothers became one of the biggest in the world. Now, with fame fading and purpose lost, he’s back in Autumn Falls—only to bump into the girl he’d never quite forgotten. Maeve Dixon. The girl in the silver cowboy boots.
But Maeve’s a doctor, wants nothing to do with him, and has a very big secret she’s been hiding from him for the past eight years…
It’s time for Brodie to decide: keep running from the life he never planned, or fight for what he never knew he needed.
Readers are LOVING Redemption River
'Wow upon wow … I still want to cry with the emotion I felt for it even now! ' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Powerful … stays with you long after the last page' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Poignant … full of heart and full of love … I am always blown away' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'This story was SO well done … heartfelt and written beautifully' ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Don't miss out on discovering what happens to the Carter brothers in the next books in the series…
Book 1: Autumn Falls
Book 2: Silver Sky
Book 3: Redemption River
Book 4: Starlight Mountain
Book 5: Midnight Promise"
"'A truly powerful paean to the night sky' CAROLINE EDEN, author of Black Sea
At a time of personal crisis, travel writer and 'dark sky' advocate Megan Eaves-Egenes turned to the stars for solace. But those same stars, which have guided humankind since the very earliest cultures, are vanishing. As nocturnal cities bleach our skies – which are becoming 10% brighter every year – are we also losing our connection with everything that can come from darkness too?
To explore her deep curiosity about the night sky, Eaves-Egenes embarks on a journey that takes her from New Zealand to Uzbekistan, Ireland to Argentina, the Himalaya to Japan, discovering the many ways that different cultures have mapped, mythologised and feared the darkness. She meets the extraordinary communities that have made it their mission to understand, preserve and celebrate the beauty of their night skies, learning to see darkness in a whole new way.
Blending travel with myth, history and self-discovery, Nightfaring is a profound and often startling journey through the endangered night, revealing its capacity to enchant and connect us.
'A raw, multisensory journey into the less-trodden nocturnal world' Stephanie Vermilion, author of 100 Nights of a Lifetime
'Insightful … reminds us of all that being in the dark brings alive' PAUL BOGARD, author of The End of Night
'There's a deep love of the night sky woven into every sentence, and a powerful lesson for humanity as it fakes a nocturnal existence: only in the stillness of night can we see the light' JAMIE CARTER, FORBES"
"A breathtaking story of friendship, love and impossible choices, perfect for fans of Fiona Valpy, Lucinda Riley, and All the Light We Cannot See! ✨
'A compelling story in a beautiful setting' Ann Bennett
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"She vowed never to marry. He never expected to fall in love. But danger may leave them no choice.
In this sweet historical romance, a sharp-witted debutante and a reformed rogue find themselves entangled in an unexpected marriage. As secrets surface and threats draw near, can they put the past behind them and trust in love before it is too late?
Her fortune draws the wrong kind of interest…
Miss Sophia Hayward had carefully planned a future free of marriage, managing her reputation and dowry with precision. But when she overhears a scheme to force her into a hasty elopement, she realizes she must reconsider the earl's offer of courtship. He may not be the man she dreamed of—but he may be the only one willing to protect her from a most dangerous match.
He cannot get her out of his thoughts...
Lord Richard Balfour, the Earl of Saunton, never expected a young woman's blunt opinion to unravel him—but Miss Hayward's sharp observations strike a chord. For the first time, he wishes to become a better man. Earning Sophia's regard, however, will take more than good intentions. With danger circling and his past mistakes gaining ground, can he prove himself worthy before they lose their chance at happiness?
Miss Hayward and the Earl is the delightful next chapter in the Dazzling Debutantes Regency romance series. If you enjoy honorable heroes, spirited heroines, and heartfelt journeys toward love, then you will be enchanted by Jarrett's charming novel. Can be enjoyed as a standalone book.
What to expect: kissing; no cursing; closed door after marriage.
Included Historical Romance Tropes:marriage of convenience avoided; reluctant bride; bluestocking heroine; redemption arc; scandalous past."
"A BRAND NEW unforgettable, heart-wrenching and utterly unputdownable tale of courage, sacrifice and hope from the bestselling author of The Rainbow . Perfect for fans of Kristin Hannah, Fiona Valpy and All the Light We Cannot See."
"Annabel rides through the night to seek help from the duke. Can a marriage born from necessity become true love?
In this sweet historical romance, a sheltered baron's daughter and a distinguished duke enter into a marriage of convenience, but his hidden secret threatens to unravel everything.
She needs to escape…
When Miss Annabel Ridley finds out her fiancé has been unfaithful, she knows she has to call off the wedding. But with her father and everyone else against her, she's running out of options. Desperate, she turns to the Duke of Halmesbury, hoping he'll help her break free from the betrothal before it's too late.
He's ready to start over…
Widower Philip Markham is finally ready to find a new wife, someone bold enough to avoid repeating the mistakes of his past. When a beautiful young woman unexpectedly shows up in his study, pleading for help to end her engagement to a man he loathes, he offers her a surprising proposal—a marriage of convenience that could benefit them both. But if she agrees, he's determined to keep his past a secret, afraid it might shatter any chance they have at love.
Miss Ridley and the Duke is the delightful first book in the Dazzling Debutantes series of sweet Regency romance books. If you enjoy honorable heroes, spirited heroines, and heartfelt journeys toward love, then you will be enchanted by Jarrett's charming novel. It can be enjoyed as a standalone book.
Tropes include: closed-door after marriage; marriage of convenience; runaway bride; rescuing the damsel in distress; betrayal by the betrothed; opposites attract; forbidden love/scandal."
"The Devil in the White City meets Pride and Prejudice in this romantic historical murder mystery set at the 1904 World's Fair.
The St. Louis World's Fair, 1904:
A miniature city of palaces and pavilions that becomes a backdrop for romance, betrayal-and murder.
Cousins Grace and Lillie have been best friends since birth, despite Grace's vastly inferior social status ever since her mother married for love instead of wealth. When Lillie invites Grace to the biggest event of the century-the legendary World's Fair, also known as "The Ivory City"-Grace hopes her fortunes might be about to change.
But when a member of their party is brutally killed at the fair, and suspicion falls on Lillie's brother Oliver, Grace must prove Oliver's innocence before her beloved cousins' family is ruined forever.
Along the way, she'll discover that the city's wealthy elite-including Oliver's handsome but irritable friend Theodore-aren't quite who they appear to be. And amidst the glitz, glamor, and magic of the Ivory City lurks a danger that just may claim her life.
"Grace Covington is the perfect amateur detective mixing charm and ingenuity in this richly detailed murder mystery." -Julia Kelly, international bestselling author of A Traitor in Whitehall
"Vividly drawn with rich historical detail, The Ivory City is a sizzling mystery filled with intrigue, glamour and good old-fashioned romance that brilliantly ignites against the backdrop of the St. Louis World's Fair. Emily Bain Murphy's latest novel is a sheer delight!" ―Alyson Richman, USA and International Bestselling author of The Time Keepers and The Missing Pages"
"Mulled wine, mince pies and a Yorkshire adventure…
Eva Coleman has lost her glow. She's missed a well-deserved promotion at work and been left heartbroken at what she thought was a proposal dinner. Who the hell said this was 'the most wonderful time of the year'?
Unable to face her family, Eva decides she needs a solo break to rediscover her passions and live life by her own rules. So, she swaps her Nashville hometown for a festive UK getaway.
Stumbling into an antiquarian bookshop, she discovers a book that might just bring her spark back and give her the adventure she's been seeking…
Eva knows what it's like to be left unheard, but can she be the person to finally tell this forgotten story, or is a grumpy Yorkshireman going to stand in her way?
Reviews
'The perfect festive escape, filled to the brim with love, laughter, a little mystery and best of all, plenty of Christmas magic. A real treat of a read.’ DONNA ASHCROFT, author of A Christmas Romance in the Scottish Highlands
Daily Express best Christmas books to read in December"
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