HQ Catalogue July - December 2026

ONE PLACE. MANY STORIES.

FICTION HARDBACKS

‘Dhand

is a fearless writer’

The Sunday Times

A. A. DHAND THE

KINGPIN

The new novel from The Sunday Times bestselling author of The Chemist .

Two brothers. One empire. A city ready to fall.

‘We can do what no one’s ever done before. We can become gods in a game built for the devil.’

Idris Khan is no longer the man he used to be. How can he be? Murder changes people – and it has changed him. Once a respected pharmacist, Idris now walks a fine line between survival and destruction. He craves something normal in a world gone to hell – but then Zidane, his estranged brother, walks through the door. Freshly released from prison, Zidane’s presence is radioactive. Truths are laid bare. New alliances are formed. And Zidane has an offer for Idris that could blow his whole world apart: he wants them to take over the entire drug trafficking network in Leeds and Bradford, and rule together.

Now, Idris has a choice to make. Leave Leeds forever, or become the very thing he’s always feared … The Kingpin.

A. A. DHAND is a Sunday Times bestselling author, shortlisted for the CWA Steel Dagger Award. The Chemist was an instant Sunday Times bestseller, and his DI Harry Virdee novels have been adapted for television by the BBC. Raised in Bradford, he later qualified as a pharmacist, worked in London and travelled widely before returning home to start his own business and write novels inspired by the city’s history, diversity and darkness.

7 JULY 2026

‘Fantastic’

Sun

‘Fateless is a breathless page-turner packed with action and adventure and world-ending stakes that kept me hooked beginning to end’ Alwyn Hamilton, New York Times bestselling author of the Rebel of the Sands series

DEATHLESS

Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Laini Taylor and Sarah J. Maas, Sunday Times bestselling author Julie Kagawa sweeps readers into a bold and exciting new world, in the second in this new fantasy trilogy, following Fateless .

How does one kill the unkillable? Sparrow and her companions have been left with an impossible task: slay the immortal Deathless King.

The answer may lie deep in the past, when those who would become Deathless Kings stormed the sanctuary of the goddess of Fate, broke off a piece of the goddess’s loom and hurled it to the earth, where it still lies at the centre of a dangerous wasteland called the World Scar.

For any chance against the Deathless King, Sparrow and her companions must brave the World Scar and reach the loom, which would grant the power of a goddess. But the journey is fraught with danger, and the powerful Deathless King is determined to find them.

JULIE KAGAWA is the New York Times, USA Today and internationally bestselling author of The Iron Fey, Blood of Eden, The Talon Saga and the Shadow of the Fox series. Born in Sacramento, she has been a bookseller and an animal trainer and enjoys reading, painting, playing in her garden and training in martial arts. She lives in Kentucky with her husband and a plethora of pets. Visit her at www.juliekagawa.com.

And if the loom is reached – what will the power of a goddess do to a mere mortal? Sparrow has no choice but to find out. £20 HARDBACK

‘Unique, twisty, spicy, and full of both drama and dragons! If you are a romantasy fan, the A Fire in the Sky series is unmissable’

Ali Hazelwood

SPELLCAST

SOPHIE JORDAN

Sunday Times bestselling author Sophie Jordan is back with an epic romantasy set in the world of A Fire in the Sky .

For ten long years, Arden has been invisible, trapped in her village by a spell she cannot break. Until one fateful day, her village is devoured in flame, and everything changes.

From the wreckage rises a pride of dragons that can transform into humans. Their piercing eyes slice through her curse, and for the first time in a decade, Arden can be seen.

Swept off to the Crags by the enigmatic alpha dragon, Tage, Arden is forced into a world of fire and power, where danger lurks in every shadow. Though she plots her escape at every turn, Tage’s fiery intensity and undeniable magnetism spark an unwilling response in her.

But Arden’s fate is bound to a secret she has yet to uncover. With war on the horizon, Arden must decide whether to trust the dragon she swore to defy, harness the wild magic around her, or risk losing everything.

Sometimes all it takes to break a curse . . . is to cast another spell.

SOPHIE JORDAN grew up in the Texas Hill Country, where she wove fantasies of dragons, warriors, and princesses. A former high school English teacher, she’s the Sunday Times , New York Times , USA Today , and international bestselling author of more than fifty novels. A Fire in the Sky , the first book in Sophie’s adult romantasy duology, was a Sunday Times bestseller.

‘I loved this book. Funny, heartbreaking and clever with a mystery at its heart’

Jojo Moyes on Gravity is the Thing

TIME TRAVEL FOR BEGINNERS

JACLYN MORIARTY

Three strangers’ lives are forever changed when they’re all drawn to a mysterious agency claiming to have unlocked the secret to time travel.

It’s a crisp, wintry Thursday when Anna is hit by a car. Possibly lightly concussed, possibly thinking clearly for the first time in a long time, she quits her miserable job and agrees to take on a role at the Time Travel Agency.

Across town, Teddy has been lying flat on his back staring at the ceiling for the past three weeks. Since his wife left him for his brother, he just can’t seem to get up. When he spies an advert promising journeys into your past, he figures it might be time to understand what happened.

Jade is journalling. A friend gifted her a ‘creative mentorship’ and now once a week she’s expected to open her mind and fill pages. She’s not particularly convinced, but there’s something that just keeps bringing her back.

Over the course of one winter, three lives converge around this very unusual travel agency, which offers a chance to revisit the choices that have shaped their lives . . .

JACLYN MORIARTY is the bestselling author of novels for young adults and adults. She grew up in Sydney, lived in England, the US, and Canada, and now lives in Sydney again. She has been the recipient of the NSW Premier’s Literary Award, the Queensland Literary Award, and the Aurealis Award for Fantasy. She is very fond of chocolate, blueberries, iceskating and sleep.

RUINS

A stunning and uplifting debut from a powerful new voice, perfect for fans of Alice Winn and Clare Chambers.

1937. At a Devon railway station, seven-year-old Lucie Ingram's life changes forever when her mother, Ruth, leaves her at the platform with an unknown relative. Raised in British Malaya by Ruth and her stepfather, Simon, Lucie is sent to England for boarding school, spending holidays with her distant family at their ancestral home, The Ruins.

Life at The Ruins is starkly different to the world Lucie knows. And as the Second World War looms, Lucie clings to the hope of her mother's return, cherishing the rare postcards that arrive. When she learns Ruth has given birth to a baby girl, Lucie is overjoyed at the thought of finally having a sister, but then the postcards abruptly stop.

In the aftermath of the war, Lucie is determined to reunite with her family and find the sister she has yet to meet. Her quest for connection takes her to unexpected places, both within herself and in the world around her.

BECKY DOCTON lives in Bath with her husband and two sons. She recently completed an MA in Creative Writing at Bath Spa University.  The Ruins is her debut novel.

£16.99

27 AUGUST 2026

‘Adele

Parks has done it again. Grabbed me from page one and kept me there on the edge of my seat. Superb. She simply gets better and better and better’

Ruth Jones

EYES ON YOU

ADELE PARKS

A brand-new gripping and unputdownable psychological thriller from the Number One international bestselling author Adele Parks!

At fifteen, Amy witnessed her father brutally murder his secret lover. Her testimony sealed her father’s fate. With him in prison, Amy and her mother must rebuild their lives in the shadow of a notorious crime.

Years later, Oliver Harrington walks into the restaurant where Amy works. Just like Amy, Oliver has a past he’d rather forget. Amy is drawn to him at a profound level; they feel a connection, an understanding . . .

This seems a lot like love, but does it hide something darker – an obsession that could lead Amy into a web of deception and violence she thought she’d escaped? As the truth looms ever closer, Amy must confront a harsh reality: where there is love, there is often betrayal.

ADELE PARKS has written twenty-five bestselling novels, with over 6 million copies sold in English and translations in thirtyone languages. Her Number One Sunday Times bestsellers, Lies Lies Lies and Just My Luck, were shortlisted for the British Book Awards. Adele has also won two Nielsen Bestseller Awards and the RNA Outstanding Achievement Award. She is an ambassador for the National Literacy Trust and The Reading Agency, and she was awarded an MBE in 2022 for services to literature.

SEPTEMBER 2026

‘Cleverly crafted, twisty, gripping and suspenseful’

B

A Paris on The Red House

THE WICKED GIRLS

ROZ WATKINS

An atmospheric psychological thriller with a gothic twist from the author of The Red House .

A BIZARRE SERIES OF DEATHS

In the Cornish village of Peneerie, a tragedy is unfolding. Girls are dying on their seventeenth birthdays and no one can explain why. Some say it’s a curse; others a psychological phenomenon known as suicide contagion. What Kat knows is her daughter Ruby’s birthday is fast approaching.

A CURSE AWOKEN

Villagers talk anxiously of Eliza, a serving girl in the local manor house who took her own life on her seventeenth birthday nearly two hundred years ago. She cursed the girls of the village to never see womanhood.

A MOTHER PREPARED TO DO ANYTHING

ROZ WATKINS is the author of the acclaimed DI Meg Dalton series and the standalone thriller, The Red House. Her first book was shortlisted for the Debut Dagger award and was The Times crime book of the month. The Red House was in The Times 100 best books of summer. Roz lives in Falmouth with two demanding cats, and likes to walk by the sea, scouting out good murder locations.

Kat is determined that Ruby won’t be the next to die, by any means necessary. As she races to unravel Eliza’s Curse, Kat will have to confront the ghosts of the past and shocking truths about the world she lives in. But how far will she go to protect her daughter? And what will it cost to break the cycle of tragedy before it’s too late? £20

10 SEPTEMBER 2026

‘A fast-moving, high-concept thriller from the talented Barclay’

Daily Mail

NOT A WORD

International and Sunday Times bestseller Linwood Barclay returns with a white-knuckle thriller of an everyday man who’s life takes an extraordinary turn . . .

Every family has secrets, but when Reece visits his parents’ home, he’s shocked to find his father and a woman he assumes is his mother in bed. Dead. At first glance it looks like a murder-suicide, but on closer inspection there’s clearly more to the story.

As Reece, shaken by his horrifying discovery, awaits questioning from the police, his phone lights up. It’s a call from his mum – his real mum. The dead woman in that bed is not the person Reece believed her to be.

But then his mum disappears. Was she involved? Was she seeking revenge on her husband and a mistress? Or did someone kill Reece’s father and that woman, thinking that they’d murdered both his parents?

Soon Reece finds himself questioning how well he really knew his parents – who they were, what they did, and who they hurt.

LINWOOD BARCLAY is an international bestselling author with over twenty critically acclaimed novels. Each book is a masterclass in characterisation, plot, and killer twists, with over seven million copies sold in more than thirty-nine countries. Many of his works have been optioned for film and TV, and he wrote the screenplay for the adaptation of his bestselling novel Never Saw It Coming. Born in the US, he lives in Toronto with his wife, Neetha, and their two grown children.

‘Cosy

crime at its finest’ Sun

MURDER MOST PROPER

JOSIE LLOYD

The formidable Alice Beeton – along with her inquisitive pooch, Agatha – is back to meticulously solve another murder.

Alice Beeton runs a tight ship. Like her distant relative –the somewhat more famous Mrs Beeton – she believes there should be a place for everything, but she’s not so sure she’s in her place.

Since a whirlwind romance with a billionaire swept her best friend, Jinx, off her feet and out of the city, Alice has been running the Good Household Management Agency by herself, supplying discreet domestic staff to the hyper-wealthy. Business has been booming lately, but more work brings even more problems.

So when Jinx invites her to her new beau’s country house, Alice jumps at the chance. But when another guest disappears, Alice’s plans for a quiet weekend reading one of her beloved mystery novels take a much darker turn.

Along with her astute canine companion, Agatha, Miss Beeton is going to find out that some crimes are best solved by the book.

JOSIE LLOYD is the author of twenty-two novels (under various pen names) and her work has been translated into twenty-six languages. As well as the Sunday Times Number One hit, Come Together, she's written several bestselling parodies with her husband, Emlyn Rees, and their latest novel is You & Me and You & Me and You & Me . Josie lives in Brighton and when she's not writing, she likes cooking, sea-swimming, singing and walking on the Downs with her dog.

8 OCTOBER 2026

‘A rich romantasy ideal for fans of dark academia’

Daily Mirror

COVER NOT FINAL

THE DIVINES

RACHEL GREENLAW

Sophia DeWinter will return in the sequel to the romantasy full of magic, romance and danger that everyone is reading, The Ordeals.

Brace yourself, for the Great Hunt has begun . . .

In the aftermath of the Ordeals Sophia must hone her awakening power to fight the cold ones. Even as the waves of attack intensify, with Alden by her side she will gather their remaining allies for a new task, finding a key ingredient for an antidote. But as the true nature of the cold ones comes to light, questions arise over the gods. These are ancient beings who may have been biding their time so that Sophia and everyone from Killmarth will never be safe in any territory. Perhaps the great hunt cannot be stopped, for the gods are hungry and have a will of their own. As tragedy strikes and the one Sophia loves most is attacked, she must face the wrath and might of the gods to save him, her friends and her world. The battle is about to build to God-like proportions.

RACHEL GREENLAW grew up in North Cornwall, surrounded by wild moorland. She studied English with Creative Writing at Falmouth University before moving to an island in the Atlantic, where she lives with her husband and two children. The Compass and Blade trilogy is her first YA fiction series. Rachel’s first novel for adults, One Christmas Morning was shortlisted for The Fantasy Romantic Novel Award 2024. Her second, The Woodsmoke Women’s Books of Spells featured on Waterstones' Best Romantasy Books of 2024.

8 OCTOBER 2026

COVER NOT FINAL

VIPER & LILIES

Viper & Lilies begins a new romantasy trilogy filled with enchanting magic, steamy romance, female rage and dark secrets.

No one would suspect the hunter to be the prey. That is the belief the Maeve sisters have clung to for years. As descendants of one of the five renowned hunters who exterminated Enchantresses, the Maeve sisters live at the top of society; their legacy providing protection against exposure as the final surviving bloodline of the same women their own ancestor burned at the stake.

But when they discover an academic at the Vonstein Institute claims to have evidence that Enchantresses escaped the Hunt, the Maeve sisters fear their magic will soon be unearthed and prepare to silence the suspicions by whatever means necessary. The Maeve sisters must hide their magic and guard their hearts; but as war looms, and bodies drop, their bonds and beliefs are tested. With the investigation advancing and dangers doubling, the sisters can't help but wonder: what if tracking the strike of the match, only results in their burning?

LEXIE AXON is a longtime writer who first earned a BA in English from Trinity College then an MFA in Popular Fiction Writing and Publishing from Emerson College. Born and raised on Cape Cod, she has since traded in the beach for the bright lights of New York City where she works in Publishing.

8 OCTOBER 2026

C. A. BYFORD THE NIGHT MARKET

Don’t miss this brand-new paranormal, vampire, urban fantasy in 2026!

Pepper Montgomery is a mortal woman on a desperate quest to save her dying sister. When a trail of cryptic breadcrumbs leads her to the elusive Night Market – a hidden bazaar where the supernatural thrives – she discovers a world of vampires, ancient relics, and dark bargains.

But the Night Market is not just a place of wonder; it's a battleground for power among the vampire families. As Pepper navigates this treacherous underworld, she finds herself entwined with Laik Hewer, a brooding Enforcer cursed with a monstrous secret of his own.

As tensions rise, Pepper must make a choice that could cost her everything. Will she risk it all to save her sister and the man who has become her closest ally?

C. A. BYFORD was born in Northamptonshire, and spent his childhood wanting to draw comics. This eventually led into creative writing, and he would write a series one chapter at a time and distribute them on floppy disk or print them out to a little fan following at senior school. After becoming seriously ill with ulcerative colitis, he was admitted to hospital for life-saving surgery, leaving him disabled. After leaving, he gained a new outlook on life and moved to Gloucester.

‘Not only is Candlish a terrific storyteller, she has the gift of making you care about unlikable characters’ Guardian

A KNOCK AT THE DOOR

LOUISE CANDLISH

In her new novel, Sunday Times bestseller Louise Candlish takes readers on a white-knuckle ride of suspense and tension.

They’ve finally got her back… but is it really her?

Little Tippi went missing eighteen years ago – her little face appearing on newspapers around the world, sparking endless debate and conspiracy theories. Her parents have never given up hope she might come home, but when a young woman appears at their house in Peckham, claiming to be their missing daughter, no one would have predicted what happened next.

LOUISE CANDLISH is the internationally bestselling author of eighteen novels, including The Only Suspect , winner in 2024 of a Ned Kelly Award and a Capital Crime Fingerprint Award, and Our House, winner of a British Book Award for Crime & Thriller Book of the Year and now a major ITV drama. Louise lives in a South London neighbourhood not unlike the ones in her books, with her husband, daughter, and a fox-red Labrador called Bertie.

‘With sharp dialogue and dynamic scenes, it plays like a divine reality show’

Woman & Home on Aphrodite

PHOENICIA ROGERSON

From the brilliantly witty author of  Aphrodite and  Herc comes a story set in the court of King Arthur, featuring knights, valour, sacrifice, magic and a feminist retelling of the love story of Tristan and Isolde.

In a time of chivalry and quests, a strong, beautiful woman, Isolde, marries the King of Cornwall but having mistakenly drunk a love potion with the King’s nephew, she falls in love with Tristan. When their passionate love affair ends in disaster and they are put on trial, they make a daring escape to Camelot, the legendary court of King Arthur. Tristan finds all he has ever wanted with the knights of the round table and a mentor in King Arthur. But the love potion wears off and Isolde finds that the magic she hoped would inspire her in Camelot is not enough to keep her. She could perhaps return to her husband in Cornwall. Unless, that is, she falls in love with Tristan for who he really is . . .

PHOENICIA ROGERSON has no discernible sense of direction so it’s only natural that she’d get lost in books. When she’s not reading, writing, or spinning in circles, she can be found knitting copious amounts of socks and throwing herself in freezing water. Originally from Cornwall, she now finds herself in London, where she’s aiming for the highest possible bookshelf-tofloor space ratio. She is a winner of the Somerset Maugham Award 2024 for her debut, Herc

DECEMBER 2026

UNTIL THE STARS BURN OUT

JORDAN LYNDE

The sweeping and romantic follow up to Until the World Falls Down , in which Nell and Enver must find a valuable artefact and vanquish a threat to the kingdom, without losing each other.

The labyrinth has been destroyed and Enver’s curse broken. But despite the love between them and the searing attraction that binds them, Enver is still keeping secrets.

When Nell discovers that Enver is searching for his lost relic, she insists upon helping him with his quest, a journey that will take them across the realms – and bring them face-toface with those once trapped in the labyrinth.

These encounters test their bond, allowing for moments of devastating intimacy, even as they tear at their insecurities. And when Nell happens upon the man responsible for Enver’s century of confinement and learns of his intent to rise to power, she must make a choice. With the aid of the friends she helped break free, she comes up with a plan to avenge the wrongs done to her beloved.

But should it fail, it might cost her Enver's heart – this time for eternity.

JORDAN LYNDE is an author, creator, and freelance writer from Western Massachusetts. When she isn't chatting with her followers or trying new places to eat, she is happily at home cuddling with her cats.

THE PERFECT MATCHA

STEVIE GREENE

A spicy, small town, grumpy x sunshine romance perfect for fans of Laurie Gilmore and Bonnie Woods.

Something steamy is brewing . . .

Willow Davis has everything she should want. An impressive corporate job, a beautiful Seattle apartment, and an even more beautiful boyfriend to go alongside it. But when a quarterlife crisis hits and everything begins to fall apart, she knows exactly where to turn. She heads home to the small mountain town of Honey Springs, where she's determined to lean into self-care and bring her love of matcha lattes with her.

Lucas Dawson is still running his family business. The grumpy, gritty and gorgeous diner owner's heart seems impenetrable, even when Willow, his warm-assunshine childhood best friend, returns to town.

But what is Lucas hiding . . . and why can Willow feel their bond stirring up more than just old memories?

HIT OR MISS

ELLE KELK

The first novel in a brand-new college romance series. Perfect for fans of Bal Khabra and Ana Huang. He's a player. And she's the goal . . .

Ethan Taylor is unbeatable on and off the field. Being the star of the Marshall College soccer team –and hot as hell – has its perks. But when tragedy strikes, Ethan flies straight out of South Carolina and to the intimidating halls of Hemden University, where even his southern charm can’t melt the stiff British upper lips . . .

Mia Meyers has never had much luck with people. Having always been a bookish wallflower, junior year abroad could be her one chance to step into the spotlight. So, when Mia realises that she’s not the only student from Marshall across the pond this year, she is determined that no one will get in the way of her new life – not even Ethan Taylor.

But why is it that Ethan’s infuriatingly sexy green eyes can’t stop staring at her, and why doesn’t she want him to look away? They may be far from friends at home, but under the spires of Hemden, could this striker score her heart?

THE TINY MAGIC BOOKSHOP

AUGUST BLOOM

A young woman inherits a tiny bookshop, only to discover that her late mother had a very special –some would say magical – knack for recommending customers exactly the right book for their troubles. There’s magic in a book . . .

Max always felt too ordinary for the magical village of Lampton. No place more so than her mum’s bookshop, where the recommendations are more than just a matter of taste – they’re magic.

When Max’s mum dies suddenly, she leaves her daughter Lamplight Books and makes one last wish: that Max spend a year working in the bookshop before she sells it.

Max has no desire to uproot her busy life in the city to return to a place that always made her feel inadequate, but she can’t ignore her mum’s last request. So she decides on a trial run of two weeks – if she can’t even last that long, then a year will be impossible . . .

ONE PLACE. MANY STORIES.

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2026

ELLE BLAIR IN DEEP WATER

A murder at sea. One detective. No backup. Don't miss this dark, page-turning thriller from debut author Elle Blair!

DI Rachel Harlow is off duty and stuck aboard a cruise ship with her twin teenagers and uptight parents. Determined to distract herself from the complicated mess – professional and personal – she’s left back at Northumbria Police HQ, she embarks on a flirtatious game with a stranger on board . . . until she finds him dead the next day.

With no eyewitnesses and no official investigation, Rachel digs into the murder alone, going strictly against the captain’s orders. Dead end after dead end, she’s met with lies and silence from the ship’s crew.

International waters allow people to play by different rules, but Rachel won’t let up. Even when it leads her to a crime ring just as dangerous as the one she’s left behind on land. But at sea, she has no team to back her up . . .

ELLE BLAIR grew up in Oxford but has been a proud Geordie for twenty years, living by the sea in Whitley Bay. She wrote her debut novel, In Deep Water, during her Crime Fiction MA at the University of East Anglia, graduating with Distinction in 2025. While teaching English and raising three children, she decided to add a wild French Bulldog to her life, who has become a joy and a challenge, chewing books faster than she can read them.

‘Addictive!’ Grazia

A TASTE OF PARADISE

MELISSA HILL

Escape to St Lucia in the perfect summer read from the No. 1 Irish Times bestselling author of The Summer Villa .

Welcome to paradise on the island of St Lucia.

Erin Howard has just joined The Palms hotel as guest relations manager. She is determined to make her mark, and a deal with Daniel MacKenzie, the enigmatic CEO of the hottest new ecotourist agency, could be just the way to do that.

Meanwhile, events coordinator Lily Carter, is drawn to Shay Brady, a heartbroken groom seeking solace in the island’s tranquillity after his fiancée leaves him.

Naomi Sparks, a vibrant social media influencer, has just arrived to celebrate her milestone birthday with family and friends. As new and unexpected connections form, she cannot help but question what true love really means.

Against this stunning backdrop, the lives of staff and guests intertwine. But when a threat to The Palms emerges, it becomes clear that trusting the wrong person could put the survival of the beloved resort in jeopardy . . .

MELISSA HILL is a USA Today, No. 1 Irish Times and international bestselling author living in Wicklow, Ireland. Her contemporary novels of family, friendship and romance are published worldwide and translated into twenty-six languages. A Hollywood adaptation of her international bestseller Something From Tiffany’s, produced by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine in association with Amazon Studios, is streaming now on Prime Video.

Adaptations of A Gift To Remember and The Charm Bracelet were also brought to screen by Crown Media Productions USA.

JULY 2026

‘Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com’

Shari Low

PORTIA MACINTOSH IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S THEM

First comes love. Then comes family . . .

After a lifetime of kissing frogs, Roxie has almost given up on finding her own fairytale romance.

Until she finally meets her very own Prince Charming, Mark, who sweeps Roxie off her feet.

So when Mark gets down on one knee and pops the question, there’s only one thing left to do: meet the family! And when everything has been picture-perfect so far, what could possibly go wrong . . . ?

PORTIA MACINTOSH is the bestselling author of over 30 romantic comedy novels. From disastrous dates to destination weddings, Portia’s rom-coms are the perfect way to escape from day-to-day life, visiting sunny beaches in the summer and snowy villages at Christmas time. Whether it’s southern Italy or the Yorkshire coast, Portia’s stories are the holiday you’re craving, conveniently packed in between the pages.

16 JULY 2026

‘Ruth Dugdall’s novels are intelligent and gripping, with a sophisticated psychological sensibility. She is a huge talent’ Sophie Hannah

DUGDALL NOWHERE GIRL

Don't miss this nail-biting thriller from award-winning, kindle #1 bestselling author Ruth Dugdall.

When Ellie goes missing on the first day of Schueberfouer, the police are dismissive, keen not to attract negative attention on one of Luxembourg's most important events.

Probation officer, Cate Austin, has moved for a fresh start, along with her daughter Amelia, to live with her police detective boyfriend, Olivier Massard. But when she realises just how casually he is taking the disappearance of Ellie, Cate decides to investigate matters for herself.

She discovers Luxembourg has a dark heart. With its geographical position, could it be the centre of a child trafficking ring? As Cate comes closer to discovering Ellie's whereabouts she uncovers a hidden world, placing herself in danger, not just from traffickers, but from a source much closer to home.

RUTH DUGDALL is an internationally published novelist, a #1 bestselling author and a short story writer. Her previous career was as a Youth Justice Social Worker, then she worked for 10 years as a Probation Officer.

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‘Superbly written… The plot twists and turns on the way to a nail-biting finale. A compelling read’ Sun

BOY B

RUTH DUGDALL

Don't miss this nail-biting thriller from award-winning, kindle #1 bestselling author Ruth Dugdall.

A child is killed after falling from the Humber Bridge. Despite fleeing the scene, two young brothers are found guilty and sent to prison. Upon their release they are granted one privilege only – their anonymity.

Probation officer Cate Austin is responsible for Boy B's reintegration into society. But the general public's anger is steadily growing as they question if the secret of his identity is one he actually deserves to keep.

Cate's loyalty is challenged when she begins to discover the truth of the crime. Is a child capable of premeditated murder? Or is there a greater evil at play?

RUTH DUGDALL is an internationally published novelist, a #1 bestselling author and a short story writer. Her previous career was as a Youth Justice Social Worker, then she worked for 10 years as a Probation Officer.

‘Reilly writes the perfect blend of swoon and spice’

Bal Khabra

YES, CHEF

GRACE REILLY

The first spicy, standalone novel from USA Today bestselling author. Perfect for fans of The Bear and Tessa Bailey!

If you can’t take the heat . . . get out of the kitchen.

After a public meltdown in one of Manhattan’s most elite restaurants, Chef Jack Hartman must return to his small Florida hometown. The only upside? He’ll be far away from Poppy Winfield – his former boss’s blonde, beautiful, utterly infuriating daughter – and the shrimp she threw at his head.

Poppy is also desperate for an escape – from her disapproving family and from her infamy as an influencer without a serious bone in her body. With their reputations in ruins, Jack’s only ticket back to New York is turning the unloved restaurant of his childhood into the newest dining hotspot on the East Coast. And unfortunately for him, Poppy is using her well-honed social media skills to sell out his grand opening.

As sparks fly and tensions reach boiling point, will Poppy and Jack be a recipe for disaster? Or could they be a perfect pairing . . . ?

GRACE REILLY is the USA Today bestselling author of swoony, spicy contemporary romances with heart. When she’s not dreaming up stories, she can be found in the kitchen trying out a new recipe, cuddling her pack of dogs, or watching sports. Originally from New York, she now lives in Florida, which is troubling given her fear of alligators. She is the author of the college-set sports romance Beyond the Play series.

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30 JULY 2026

‘I raced through this book in a weekend . . . It's a story that keeps you hoping and guessing until the very end’

Sally Jenkins

THE WEDDING PLANNER'S GUIDE TO STEALING THE BRIDE

JEEVANI CHARIKA

A brand-new love triangle romance set against the stunning backdrop of Sri Lanka.

Rule one of hiring a wedding planner: don't fall in love with him.

Romance novelist Kalpana is about to marry the man of her dreams – or is she? The chaos of wedding planning is taking its toll on her relationship with the charming but self-absorbed Marcus, a prize-winning literary star. Enter Sampath, the wedding planner who sees her for who she really is, igniting a spark that she never saw coming.

Living a love story that feels like it was written for someone else, can Kalpana take charge of her heart and rewrite her happily ever after?

JEEVANI (pronounced ‘Jeev-uhnee’) writes multicultural women’s fiction and romantic comedies. She spent much of her childhood in Sri Lanka, with short forays to Nigeria and Micronesia, before returning to England to settle in Yorkshire. All of this, it turned out, was excellent preparation for becoming a novelist.

A microbiologist by training, Jeevani loves all things science geeky. She also loves cake, crochet and playing with Lego. You can find out more about her on her website www.jeevanicharika.com.

30 JULY 2026

‘This is a must-read’ Amanda

Holden

‘A dazzling

first novel’ Jilly Cooper on No Regrets

PLAYING THE FIELD

TABITHA WEBB

A brand-new laugh out loud rom-com, perfect for fans of Alexandra Potter.

Eliza Fox is down and out in London. Thirty-eight-years-old with no savings, a boss with a diva complex, and a boyfriend who is shagging his secretary, it is definitely time to call a halt to city life.

So, Eliza straps her sequins and heels into her trusty yellow Citroen, and arrives windswept and exhausted into Farmington. Her to-do list for her fabulous new life is simple: locate an acceptable flat white outside of London, pay off her mounting debts, and absolutely do not fall for any devastatingly handsome farmers.

But when she spots local heartthrob Luke Stanley emerging shirtless from a lake, like some sort of rural Poseidon, Eliza wonders if she might just be in for the ride of her life . . .

TABITHA WEBB was born in Ireland and grew up in Chicago, before being sent back to boarding school for her teenage years. She survived one term at university before packing her bags and chasing a hot surfer to America.

After careers in TV and advertising, she made her first foray into fashion and now runs her eponymous fashion label, is happily married to a patient South African man and has two daughters.

13 AUGUST 2026

‘If it’s cosy crime you’re after, this has all the essential ingredients’

Daily Mail

MURDER AT CLOVER FARM

JANE BETTANY

Don't miss this cosy crime mystery full of twists and turns, perfect for fans of Clare Chase and Katie Gayle

Revisit Merrywell in the next instalment of the Violet Brewster Mystery series.

JANE BETTANY is a writer of short stories and non-fiction books and articles. Her work has been published in women's magazines in the UK, as well as in literary magazines and newspapers. She has an MA in Creative Writing and has been a teacher of creative writing since 2007. As well as writing and teaching, she also runs a publishing and communications company and loves helping people to share their stories and find their writing voice.

13 AUGUST 2026

‘A

wonderful page turner’

Kate Galley

CORIN BURNSIDE LIESEL’S

WAR

A sweeping and emotional World War II novel for readers of Soraya M. Lane and Veronica Leigh.

Hamburg, Germany, 1945

Liesel’s life has changed irrevocably since the rise of the Nazis, her English heritage an asset in translating radio messages. But her life is thrown into turmoil when she helps an injured British soldier who has lost his memory in a tank explosion.

Together they embark on a treacherous journey west, heading for the safety of England to escape the horrors of Hamburg. Liesel and ‘Tommy’ search for family, growing closer as they try to avoid the dangers closing in.

Determined to find Liesel’s relatives and recover Tommy’s memories, the pair face great distances in the name of reaching safety. But will Tommy ever remember who he is? And can they escape the dangerous clutches of war?

CORIN BURNSIDE grew up in a house full of books and has been scribbling stories for as long as she can remember. A passion for history, travel, and the natural environment colours her writing and provides inspiration for her story-telling.

She divides her time between family in the UK, and her home in the heart of the French Pyrenees, where she lives with her husband and The Princess, a demanding Hungarian Vizsla who helps with plot holes in exchange for cheese.

13 AUGUST 2026

‘A gorgeous sun-soaked romance . . . a must read ’

Katie Ginger

THE LITTLE PORTO BOOK CLUB

REBECCA RAISIN

The brand-new hilarious bookish rom-com from the queen of escapist romance.

Introvert and self-described whodunnit enthusiast Viviane has never much believed in living life outside of the pages of a book. But when her interfering mother insists that Viviane needs some friends who aren’t fictional, she decides to head into the beautiful bustling streets of Porto in search of her community.

What better place to start than by reading her favourite mystery in the corner of a little-known café? But when one, then two, and then outrageously six, other people decide to join her silent book club Viviane realises that she is firmly out of her depth. There’s Thomas, a middleaged man hiding his love for romance novels, Lucinda, a chic sixty-something with a penchant for Christie, and then there’s Tiago, the hot alpha male of every romance novelist’s dreams.

But when one of these newfound friends disappears from the book club without a word, will the community come together to find their fellow lost soul, and will Viviane find love along the way. . . ?

REBECCA RAISIN writes heartwarming romance from her home in sunny Perth, Australia. Her heroines tend to be on the quirky side and her books are usually set in exotic locations so her readers can armchair travel any day of the week. Rebecca aims to write characters you can see yourself being friends with. People with big hearts who care about relationships and believe in true, once in a lifetime love.

13 AUGUST 2026

‘The

ending left me wanting more – these characters are too engaging and too ingenious to disappear into the ether’

Historical Novel Society

THE LAST LIBRARY OF PARIS

KERRY BARRETT

Don't miss the much-anticipated sequel to The Bookshop of Secrets .

Don't miss this uplifting historical fiction novel set in the spralling streets of 1940s Paris, perfect for fans of books about books.

KERRY BARRETT was a bookworm from a very early age and did a degree in English Literature, then trained as a journalist, writing about everything from pub grub to EastEnders. Her first novel, Like A Charm, took six years to finish and was mostly written in longhand on her commute to work. Kerry lives in London with her husband and two sons, and Noel Streatfeild’s Ballet Shoes is still her favourite novel.

AUGUST 2026

THE ORCHARD BY THE LAKE

MELISSA HILL

The first in a brand-new small-town series, filled with cosy romance, multi-generational characters and friendship, perfect for fans of Virgin River and Laurie Gilmore.

Her flight was delayed, her luggage lost, and her grandmother’s ashes almost fell into the hands of the most stubborn man in the village . . . now this New Yorker needs to win over the grumpy orchard owner standing between her and a promise kept.

MELISSA HILL is a USA Today, No. 1 Irish Times and international bestselling author living in Wicklow, Ireland. Her contemporary novels of family, friendship and romance are published worldwide and translated into twentysix languages. A Hollywood adaptation of her international bestseller Something From Tiffany’s, produced by Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine in association with Amazon Studios, is streaming now on Prime Video.

Adaptations of A Gift To Remember and The Charm Bracelet were also brought to screen by Crown Media Productions USA.

27 AUGUST 2026

COVER NOT FINAL

‘Evocative, compulsive, beautifully written – a real page-turner’

Sophie Hannah

THE PSYCHOLOGIST

JEN L. CROW

Don't miss this twisty psychological thriller, perfect for fans of Freida McFadden.

Who can you trust when you can’t trust yourself?

In retreat from the world, psychologist Eilish Culpepper is jolted from her solitude when her old friend Alex knocks on her door. Ten years have passed since the tragic drowning that shattered their lives and left Eilish with haunting amnesia.

When Alex proposes a reunion of their university group at a remote country estate, Eilish reluctantly agrees, hoping to confront her past.

But as a fierce storm traps them in the old house, buried secrets resurface, and shared memories of the enigmatic Genevieve twist into a chilling narrative of betrayal. When another death rocks the group, Eilish is plunged into a nightmare where she questions her own sanity. Could she be a killer, both then and now?

JEN L. CROW was born in Edinburgh and has lived in Scotland all her life. She currently lives south of Edinburgh with her husband, Chris, and her border collie, Midge. She went to university in Dundee, gaining a Bachelor of Design, followed by a post-graduate qualification in Education. Jen is a yoga enthusiast, hillwalker and reader of murder mysteries and urban fantasy novels. She enjoys drawing, swimming and visiting book festivals with her best friend.

27 AUGUST 2026

‘A dark tale of celebrity life where fame and fortune cost the ultimate price. I was gripped’ Louise Jensen

THE BAD MOTHER

C.J.

PARSONS

A gripping and twisty new psychological thriller about every mother’s worst nightmare. Perfect for fans of Sue Watson, S.E. Lynes and Freida McFadden.

When Natasha’s son was taken from the hospital shortly after his birth, whispers about what type of mother she was overshadowed the tragedy.

Worse still, in the vital twenty-four hours after Justin went missing, the police focused on a suspect who was later found to have a solid alibi.

TV producer Chloe broke the rules by revealing the suspect's identity. The mistake derailed the case, and her career.

Now Chloe has a chance at redemption. New evidence surrounding Justin’s abduction has come to light.

But for both women, revisiting the story means revisiting the past. And they might not like what they find.

C.J. PARSONS was born in Britain and grew up in Canada. She has degrees in psychology and journalism, working as a reporter in Canada and Hong Kong.

In Britain, she worked for the BBC and CNN International and spent two years covering crime, seeing first-hand the disturbing forces that drive people to kill, something that inspired her first novel, The Good Samaritan

C.J. is now deputy executive producer at CGTN. She lives in north London with her teen.

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27 AUGUST 2026

‘I was rooting for Kitty even as she killed more men (oops!). Funny and twisty in the best of ways’ Tasha Coryell

TO ALL THE MEN I’VE KILLED BEFORE

KATY BRENT

The brand-new novel from the bestselling author of How to Kill Men and Get Away With it .

If a man hurt your best friend – like, really hurt her –what would you do?

Key his car?

Broadcast what a scumbag he is to everyone in his life?

Hunt him down and chop him into little pieces?

If you picked number 3, I think we could be friends. Because that is exactly what I intend to do.

I’ve tracked this lowlife to LA and brought my little sister Antoinette along for the ride. It’s like a girls’ trip, only with more knives.

It won’t be the first time I’ve killed for revenge. But it will be the sweetest.

KATY BRENT is the author of three novels. Previously an award-winning journalist, she always dreamed of writing a book and lockdown finally gave her the excuse to do it.

The brand-new enemies-to-lovers rom-com for fans of Casey McQuiston and Ashley Herring Blake

She's hired to protect. Not fall in love.

Lexi is one of the best personal security guards in the business; a strong fighter, a loyal rule follower and discreet due to her gender. Her skills are put to the test when she's tasked with protecting the handsome A-list actor Justin Greenwood, a man she has a personal grudge against.

With a dangerous stalker on the loose, Lexi must put her feelings aside for Justin and focus on the job. Forced to spend every waking minute together, will sparks fly? Or can she keep things strictly professional?

DANA HAWKINS is a queer author of contemporary romance stories that focus on queer joy, including Not In The Plan, In Walked Trouble, So Not My Type, and Serving Love. On Amazon, her books have reached #1 New Release (Gay and Lesbian), #2 Best Sellers in Lesbian Romance, and #2 Lesbian Fiction.

After living for twenty years in Seattle, she recently trekked back with her family to her hometown in Minnesota.

10 SEPTEMBER 2026

‘Gripping and razor-sharp’ Heat

LIANE CHILD SOMEONE JUST FOLLOWED YOU

You're trending. They're obsessed.

Maple Clark goes missing.

Maple Clark is like many teenage girls. She's awkward around boys and feels misunderstood by her parents. But she is also an internet sensation with a huge income and a mom who is driven to do whatever it takes to make her more famous. She’s constantly creating content for her millions of followers. Until the day the content stops.

Maple Clark has vanished.

And there are 1.9 million suspects.

Anyone could have followed her. Only one person knows where she is . . .

LIANE CHILD is a writer whose gripping thriller The Tradwife's Secret was inspired by influencers who believe in traditional gender roles in marriage. When she isn’t scrolling Instagram or TikTok, you can find her reading, walking her dog, or attempting to bake banana bread after not perfecting it in lockdown. She has travelled extensively and now lives in London.

10 SEPTEMBER 2026

‘Pure comfort – warmth and cosiness exude from every page’ Woman

THE SEASIDE SUPPER CLUB

CAROLINE ROBERTS

Discover the healing power of the seaside and community in this charming, feel-good second chance romance, perfect for fans of Heidi Swain & Milly Johnson.

In the enchanting Northumberland village of Tilldale, Cath finds solace in a blossoming romance with Will, a man whose past shadows their future. As they gather with friends for their beloved Supper Club by the Sea, Cath grapples with her fears of heartbreak, while Will faces unexpected health challenges that threaten their newfound happiness.

Amidst laughter and delicious meals, they must navigate the complexities of love and family. But with the support of their quirky friends, and an afternoon tea to lift their spirits, can they embark on a journey of healing that brings everyone together? Join them for a heartwarming tale of friendship even in the most unexpected of seasons.

Family, friends, food, a glass of bubbly and, of course, a good book make me smile. I believe in following your dreams, and my love of writing led me here to HarperCollins publishers and HQ. Stunning Northumberland is my home – sandy beaches, castles and gorgeous countryside that have inspired my novels.

15 SEPTEMBER 2026

‘No one combines whimsy, humor, and heat

as perfectly as

B.K. Borison

does. She’s the queen of heartfelt, magical, yearning romance, and

I

am endlessly grateful for the delightful stories she shares with us’

Ali Hazelwood

B.K. BORISON GRIM TIDINGS

The brand-new magical small-town romance from B.K. Borison, bestselling author of First-Time Caller and Good Spirits .

Darcy Moore is tired of death. Which would be fine . . . if she wasn’t the Grim Reaper.

Gabriel Aetos is determined to protect his little corner of the world like his angel wings depend on it.

When Darcy shows up to Gabriel’s faded old bar, she is hell-bent on outrunning her reputation as a villain. She won’t be dragging her next assignment to the underworld. She’ll be saving him instead.

But Gabriel is convinced that Darcy is as deadly as it gets. And if protecting his people means staying close – very close – to this rogue reaper, then that’s exactly what he’ll do.

Only, magic never comes without consequences . . . and these two spirits may just be forced to reap what they sow.

B.K. BORISON is the author of cosy, contemporary romances featuring emotionally vulnerable characters and swoon-worthy settings. When she’s not daydreaming about fictional characters doing fictional things, she’s at home with her family, more than likely buying books she doesn’t have room for.

‘Killing Eve meets Bridget Jones’ Crime Monthly

PARTNERS IN CRIME

ELSIE MARKS

Assassin Maisie Baxter returns in an action-packed, hilarious enemies-to-lovers thriller for fans of Katy Brent, Jesse Sutanto and Ally Carter.

Maisie Baxter finally has it all. She’s killing it at work, literally , her friendships have never been stronger and, best of all, there’s gorgeous new boyfriend Will. After overthrowing a global conspiracy together, they’re well and truly in the honeymoon phase.

So why can’t she shake the feeling she’s doing everything wrong?

When a routine gig leads to an infamous crime organisation, Maisie finds herself drawn into a complex web of jealousy, betrayal and secrets. As unexpected figures from her – and Will’s – past resurface, Maisie must decide who she can trust to protect the ones she loves . . .

ELSIE MARKS is the pen name for Louisa Burden-Garabedian and Neil Weaving, a writing duo from the UK now living and working in Beijing.

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24 SEPTEMBER 2026

‘Authentic

… diverting debut’ Daily Mail

RUTH DUGDALL MOTHER MISSING

Don't miss the brand-new story in the Cate Austin Casefiles thriller series.

Probation officer Cate Austin races back to Suffolk, desperate to find her sister, who has vanished from rehab following her abuser's unexpected early parole. Simultaneously, Bronte Lowe, a single mother and former navy officer employed at a nuclear power station, mysteriously goes missing.

In Ipswich, Freya Jones is determined to break her family's cycle of crime and starts afresh with her new boyfriend. His cliffside home appears to be the perfect escape, but Freya soon senses a chilling darkness lurking within its walls.

As Cate's search for her sister intertwines with Bronte's disappearance, unsettling truths come to light, revealing the lengths to which love and desperation can push these three women.

RUTH DUGDALL is an internationally published novelist, a #1 bestselling author and a short story writer. Her previous career was as a Youth Justice Social Worker, then she worked for 10 years as a Probation Officer.

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8 OCTOBER 2026

‘A dark, atmospheric and compelling story!’

Jackie Kabler

KARIN NORDIN RAVENOUS

Don't miss this chilling psychological horror for fans of Joe Hill and Stephen King.

In the wake of the tragic death of acclaimed horror author Whistler Dodd, struggling writer Kirk Quade receives an unexpected opportunity: to finish Dodd’s final manuscript. Sequestered in the dead author's house, Kirk is determined to prove himself. But as he delves into Dodd's haunting world, he uncovers more than just words on a page.

Time and Kirk's grip on reality are slipping, the boundaries between fiction and reality blur, revealing the terrifying possibilities that lie within the human psyche. As Kirk unravels the mysteries of Dodd’s final tale, he must confront not only the monsters lurking in the shadows but also the demons within himself. Will he finish the story and secure his place in the literary world, or will he become another victim of Dodd's haunting world?

KARIN NORDIN is an author, martial artist, cosplayer, and self-proclaimed cat whisperer. Her first novel, Where Ravens Roost , was shortlisted for the 2022 CWA John Creasey (New Blood) Dagger award and her second novel, Last One Alive , was a 2022 ITW Best eBook award nominee. She has an MSc in Creative Writing from the University of Edinburgh and an MA in Scandinavian Literary Studies from the University of Amsterdam.

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22 OCTOBER 2026

‘Cosy,

charming and utterly captivating’

Heidi Swain

UNTITLED BOOK 3

ANITA FAULKNER

Noémi Blanc runs a struggling Cotswolds bookshop facing its last Christmas in business. Shay Cassidy leases the shop next door, stealing her remaining footfall and (reluctantly) her heart in the process.

In a charming Cotswolds bookshop, Noémi Blanc is struggling to keep her late mother’s business afloat. Generous to a fault, she’s losing money and is urged to revive her award-winning brownies to attract customers. However, after a personal tragedy, Noémi has sworn off baking—and love. When Shay Cassidy moves in next door and opens a rival bakery, Noémi feels the pressure to compete.

As they both vie for the town's attention, sparks fly, leading to an unexpected connection through an anonymous online flirtation. But with Shay’s lease nearly up and the bookshop on the cusp of its most important festive event, love and their businesses will need a Christmas miracle to prevail.

ANITA FAULKNER writes warm and witty romcoms from her upcycled bureau near the Cotswolds. Described by her agent Kate Nash as ‘a sparkling new voice,’ Anita loves dreaming up quirky characters and extremely awkward dates. Her debut novel, A Colourful Country Escape was shortlisted for two RNA awards. It was followed by The Gingerbread Café, which is too delicious to be missed.

When Anita’s not writing, she’s busy coaching other writers and running her fiction writers’ membership, Writers’ Dream House.

22 OCTOBER 2026

THE BEST CHRISTMAS EVER

SARAH MORGAN

The brand-new feel-good Christmas novel from the Number One Sunday Times bestseller Sarah Morgan

Mabel is a children’s author and has lived a reclusive life since the death of her husband, distancing herself from her estranged daughter and granddaughter. While preparing for a quiet Christmas alone, she hears a knock on her door and discovers a family seeking shelter after a car accident in the storm. Alongside them are Izzy and Jason, two colleagues from a staging company who have been working on a property nearby.

Everyone is stranded, and so Mabel has no choice but to invite them into her home and join her for Christmas. As this group of almost-strangers begins to form bonds of friendship, can they learn to confront their pasts and embrace the magic of the season so that they can have the best Christmas ever?

SARAH MORGAN is the Number One Sunday Times bestselling author of multiple bestsellers, including All Together for Christmas, The Christmas Cottage, The Christmas Book Club, Beach House Summer and The Summer Seekers. She has sold over twentyfive million books worldwide. Sarah lives near London, England with her family and when she isn't writing or reading, she likes to spend time outdoors hiking or riding her mountain bike.

Join Sarah's mailing list at sarahmorgan.com for all book news or contact Sarah at sarah@sarahmorgan.com

19 NOVEMBER 2026

HONEY SPRINGS BOOK 2

STEVIE GREENE

The second book in the Honey Springs series.

Return to the beautiful mountain town of Honey Springs in the perfect escapist romance with a hint of spice.

STEVIE GREENE is a working class award-winning and Carnegie nominated author who has written for middle grade, teen and adult readers. She has vast experience working as a public speaker and creative workshop coordinator for schools, libraries and other events both nationally and internationally. She also is an experienced mentor and is very passionate about helping those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

ONE PLACE. MANY STORIES.

FICTION SECOND FORMAT PAPERBACK

RIVER OF STARS

GEORGINA MOORE

Jo hasn’t seen Oliver since that summer when their idyllic paradise shattered. Growing up on Walnut Tree Island, they were everything to each other. If first love runs deep, Jo and Oliver’s ran like the river itself, fast and true. On the island, secrets come and go like the tides. It’s where Mary Star fell in love with a young musician, only to be left with a baby and a broken heart. Mary has made the island a haven for two generations of Star women, raising her daughter and granddaughter amongst the bohemian community. But Oliver’s return after years away throws everyone into a frenzy. The threat of change is coming to paradise. For Jo, Oliver’s return opens the wounds of a love she thought she had lost forever.

‘River of Stars is wholly involving with a rich, emotional depth. I loved it so much. Georgina Moore is the heir to the late great Maeve Binchy’ Jennie Godfrey

THE SHADOW CARVER

NADINE MATHESON

A killer who cuts straight to the bone . . .

A CHILLING MURDER

When a convicted killer is released and later found brutally murdered, DI Henley and the Serial Crimes Unit are pulled into a deadly investigation with links to other recent attacks – all the victims are connected by the vicious signature left behind by the killer.

A KILLER LURKS

Henley and her team begin to connect the dots between the killings, and realise the murders are part of something more sinister. Each victim has been chosen with a deadly precision, their deaths carved out with a shocking cruelty.

THE HUNT IS ON . . .

As the rampage continues and the stakes are raised with each new attack, the case spirals into a terrifying hunt for a killer who is always one step ahead. Can Henley and the SCU outsmart a monster before they strike again?

‘Matheson writes sharply [and] with a light, witty touch’ Telegraph

SECOND CHANCE AT THE RANCH

MAXINE MORREY

It’s never too late for a second chance at love in this uplifting and warm-hearted ranch romance! When Juliet Scott falls for ruggedly handsome Pete while away travelling, she never imagines how different her life will be to that of her sister, successful and beautiful model Hero. Based on a cattle station in the vast Australian Outback, Juliet’s life is now simple, down-to-earth and honest, and the perfect antidote to the chaotic celebrity lifestyle that Hero leads in the UK.

With her striking brunette hair, perfect posture, and mesmerising green eyes, it is no wonder Hero has come so far in such a superficial industry. But when tragedy strikes, Hero finds herself in the arms of her sister, recuperating from a terrible accident on the other side of the world.

With her modelling career in tatters, and her scars more than just skin deep, Juliet worries that Hero will hide behind the mask she wears forever. But does Australia have something, or someone, to offer that London never could?

THE HEIR APPARENT

REBECCA ARMITAGE

The must have book-club read of 2026, a glamorous story of family secrets, scandal and succession. Perfect for fans of The Crown . They would always choose the Crown over their family. It was the pact they made for the honour of wearing it.

It’s New Year’s Day and Lexi Villiers is about to kiss her best friend for the very first time under the dawn light in Tasmania.

But by midnight, everything will change. Always destined to be the spare, following her estranged brother’s death, Lexi will arrive in London as Princess Alexandrina, first-in-line to the British throne.

But the palace waters are treacherous, rumours are rife, and selling each other’s secrets is a family tradition. And with the Crown just beyond her grasp, Lexi must choose what bonds she will keep . . . and what she is willing to leave behind.

‘Everything I love in a holiday read’ Reese Witherspoon

EVERY LIFETIME AFTER

JENNIFER ROSS

Claudia is searching for her past.

Suffocating in the glamour of Hollywood, A-list star Claudia Baxter is desperate for an escape. But when she arrives at the Yorkshire estate of Doverley for her next project – an epic romance set in the throes of war – Claudia is astonished to find herself slipping into the story, into the life of her heroine, into time . . . Iris can’t unsee her future.

Radio operative Iris Winterton sits in the grounds of Doverley on a moonless night, watching planes depart for Europe. Her stare is fixed on one plane in particular – inside is the man she has loved since childhood. But Iris already knows that this time he’s not going to come back, and she will be the reason why. Together, can they complete their story?

Pulled together by the past and the future, Claudia and Iris begin to unravel the threads of their connection. But in doing so, will they discover a secret bigger than they could ever imagine . . . ?

‘A beautiful, hypnotic, emotional novel. I couldn’t stop turning the pages’ Cecelia Ahern

WHEN I KILL YOU B A PARIS

The Sunday Times and New York Times bestseller B A Paris returns with a triumphant, unsettling new suspense novel.

Who is watching Nell Masters?

Nell Masters is certain someone is following her. The hairs on the back of her neck rise when she travels to work, there are silent calls to her office, and a bouquet of flowers arrives without a card. And Nell has good reason to be nervous, because there's a secret she’s hiding from everyone, including her new partner, Alex. But Alex has secrets of his own.

Fourteen years earlier, when Nell went by the name Elle Nugent, she witnessed a student, Bryony, getting into a stranger’s car. When Bryony was found murdered, Elle became obsessed with finding the person responsible. She swore she knew who it was, and her fixation with the man she accused led her down a dangerous path . . .

Has someone from Nell's past discovered her new identity? Has the stalker become the stalked? Or is there something even more deadly at play?

‘Twists our expectations of the entire psychological thriller genre’ Guardian

THE FOREVER HOME

ERICA JAMES

A feel-good tale of new friendships and second chances from the Sunday Times bestseller

In the Cambridgeshire countryside, Hope Hall was once a grand country house, but it's now been converted into beautiful luxury apartments and its new residents are moving in…

Cassie is blissfully in love with her partner Ben and looking forward to life in their new home, but shadows from Cassie's first marriage loom large.

Gallery owner Nina needs a fresh start since losing her husband two years ago, but moving on will mean confronting a painful decision that will shatter her mother-in-law's dreams.

Into their lives comes Venetia, a lively seventy-nine-year-old with a penchant for secrets. As Venetia faces her own bittersweet history with Hope Hall, the lives of the three women become intricately connected, revealing the power of friendship and the courage to confront the past.

‘We're certain you're going to love it'

Glamour

VERY SLOWLY ALL AT ONCE

LAUREN SCHOTT

Their perfect life.

An unthinkable price . . . A twisty contemporary thriller for fans of Alice Feeney and Liane Moriarty. Henley and her team begin to connect the dots between the killings, and realise the murders are part of something more sinister. Each victim has been chosen with a deadly precision, their deaths carved out with a shocking cruelty.

‘A pacy, high stakes debut that keeps you guessing until the very last page’ Andi Osho

THE ORDEALS RACHEL

GREENLAW

By the author of The Woodsmoke Women's Book of Spells, featured as a Waterstones' Best Romantasy Book

Sophia DeWinter has been bound to her cruel uncle, the Collector, since he exacted a blood bond from her as a child. At Killmarth, an elite academy for magic wielders, she could finally break free from his control.

But first, she must prove her worth by competing in deadly challenges –the Ordeals. And that’s just the beginning, because hopefuls are also being viciously picked off oneby-one. To survive, Sophia could team up with another challenger.

Perhaps the powerful wielder Alden Locke. But how to identify an ally from a rival?

Or even a murderer . . .

‘Combines captivating world building, a seriously twisty plot, and a steamy romance… impossible to put down’ Demi Winters

NO PLACE LIKE HOME

MAXINE MORREY

Ellie Laing has a very good reason to want to stay single: her last relationship put her in danger. And she’s worried that while the physical scars will heal, the emotional ones never can. So, travelling to Kansas for her best friend Sandy’s wedding, Ellie’s in need of some time alone. And Sandy’s brother Ben’s rural and idyllic ranch seems like the perfect place for it.

Ben comes with his own baggage – a failed marriage in his past, and a big question mark over his future – and he knows the feelings he had for Ellie belong firmly in the history books. But, sitting on his porch with her, he’s never felt more at home.

Both of them swore they were better off alone… yet is it possible that two broken hearts could come together to heal?

THE GRIFFIN SISTERS' GREATEST HITS

JENNIFER WEINER

Cassie and Zoe were once as inseparable as sisters could be, but now haven’t spoken for two decades. Catapulted to fame in their early twenties, they’ve spent years in silence since a shocking fallout shattered their world. Zoe juggles life as a suburban mum, while Cassie is lives off-grid, embracing her inner hermit.

But Zoe’s teenage daughter is desperate to bring the women back together – and unearth the truth behind their fall-out. As long-buried secrets surface, Cassie and Zoe must confront their past choices and betrayals to discover the sisterly love that once made them unstoppable.

Can the sister find a way back to each other, or will their past keep them apart forever?

This is an irresistible story of sisterhood, redemption and the magic of second chances from the international bestseller, Jennifer Weiner.

‘Weiner is the undisputed queen of the fun yet thoughtful poolside read’ Vogue

COVER NOT FINAL

THE WOMEN OF WILD HILL KIRSTEN MILLER

It’s always three, isn’t it? Three furies, three fates, three graces. We don’t know why three works, but we know it does. Three is the number that gets the job done.

Five generations of Sadie Duncan’s descendants claimed the beautiful Wild Hill as their home, each generation of witches stronger than the last. Then, in the aftermath of a tragedy, the last of the Duncans, prophesised to be the most powerful of their kind, abandoned Wild Hill forever.

Brigid moved to California and turned her gift into fame and fortune. Her sister Phoebe settled on a ranch in Texas, where women visit in secret for her tonics, and Phoebe’s daughter, Sybil, became a famous chef.

Now Brigid, Phoebe, and Sibyl have been brought back to Wild Hill for one thing: The Old One, furious at the path mankind has taken, has chosen them to lead a magical revolution. But first, the Duncan women must confront their pasts, because only once they have each stepped into their power can they fulfil their destiny . . .

‘A roar of rage, a pacy page-turner, I loved it’ Marian Keyes on The Change

A DANGEROUS TRAIN OF THOUGHT

FAITH MARTIN

A brand new Golden Age cosy crime mystery from the multi-million-copy bestseller Faith Martin.

Yorkshire, 1926. Gentleman ghosthunter Arbuthnot 'Arbie' Swift and his old friend Val arrive at Cleeves Lea Manor, looking forward to the promise of a lavish weekend party.

The lady of the house, an avid reader of Arbie’s books, is eager to show him off to her distinguished guests. Amidst the festivities, Arbie is also tasked with investigating rumours of a ‘ghost train spitting fire’ for the third instalment of the increasingly popular (to Arbie’s great surprise) Gentleman’s Guide to Ghost-hunting

But when the guests start dying, Arbie instead finds himself thrust into the middle of a murder investigation. With time running out, will he and Val be able to uncover the truth?

‘A masterfully constructed pageturner of a murder mystery. Clever, compelling, and intriguing. An excellent read’ TA Williams

THE BOOKBINDER’S SECRET

A. D. BELL

What danger could lie within a book?

Lilian Delaney, apprentice to a master bookbinder in Oxford in 1901, chafes at the confines of her life, caught between the oppressive walls of her father’s bookshop and the limitations of being a woman in a man’s profession. But when a burned book comes into her possession, she finds hidden beneath the binding a fifty-year-old letter speaking of love, fortune and murder.

Lily is drawn into the mystery, which hints at a forbidden romance between young lovers, and learns there are other books which conceal more of the story. Lily becomes obsessed with finding them, but she is not the only one looking, and what began as a simple intrigue quickly turns dangerous.

Her journey takes her across the country, from the eccentric booksellers of London to the private libraries of unscrupulous collectors. But with sinister forces closing in, willing to do anything to obtain the books, Lily must decide if uncovering the truth is worth losing everything . . .

‘Original,

exciting, beautifully written’

M. W. Craven

THE DARK HEART

NEIL LANCASTER

The truth is close. A killer is closer.

A DEADLY BOMBING

When renowned author Dr. Daniel Solomon is killed in a devastating explosion in York, authorities quickly attribute the attack to Islamic extremists. But as the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that all is not as it seems.

A DARK CONSPIRACY

DS Max Craigie uncovers a chilling connection between a series of brutal murders, each victim linked by a secret that someone is determined to protect.

A DANGEROUS GAME

With the number of victims growing and an elusive figure known as The Cashier operating in the shadows, Max must navigate a web of corruption and hatred. Can he unravel the truth before more lives are lost?

‘A relentless, beautifully constructed thriller . . . Lancaster doesn’t just tell the story; he makes you feel it’

T. G. REID

COMMON GROUND

ELISSA SOAVE

A love letter to community and the power of activism, from the author of Ginger and Me and Graffiti Girls

Germaine only accepted the job at the Kenmar allotments for a fresh start. Far from anyone who knows her history she can focus on work and tending to her own plot. Most of the other plot-holders keep to themselves and that suits her just fine.

But when the local council announces plans to turn the allotments into luxury housing, Germaine finds herself leading a battle to save the place that has become a sanctuary for fractured souls.

Amidst crumbling sheds and overgrown paths, the rag-tag band plan protests, forge alliances and uncover long-buried secrets. Soon they’ll learn that the allotments aren’t just plots of land but a place to belong.

‘A warm and tender portrait of a community coming together in crisis – and learning to fight back. Humanity glows from every page’ Karen Campbell

DEATH WATCH COTTAGE

T. ORR MUNRO

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the idyllic Devon coast, Death Watch Cottage is a standalone crime novel in the CSI Ally Dymond series. A gripping Devon mystery for fans of LJ Ross, Ann Cleeves and Elly Griffiths.

Assume nothing

The body of Leo Hawkins is found in a Devon holiday cottage. Was his death by carbon monoxide poisoning a tragic accident or will CSI Ally Dymond find that it was something more sinister?

Believe no-one

Leo’s wife gives an account of his final hours, but something isn’t adding up. Graffiti left by an anti-tourist group is discovered nearby. The only consistent thread in the investigation is that no one is telling the truth.

Challenge everything

When a second body turns up, Ally and the murder team must examine everything they thought they knew, untangling a web of suspects to get to the truth. But can they catch the killer before they strike again?

‘Munro has a knack of keeping you gripped and slightly terrified all at once' Sun

SMALL ACTS OF RESISTANCE

ANITA FRANK

Sunday Times bestselling author Anita Frank returns with a breathtaking story of love and resistance…

When his aircraft crashes in Northern France, British airman Henry finds himself stranded behind enemy lines. His survival depends on the courage and compassion of a local family who risk everything by hiding him in their farmhouse.

With her village already suffering under Occupation, Marie knows sheltering Henry will put her family in grave danger, and that peril only increases when two German officers are unexpectedly billeted with them. Forced to live cheek by jowl with their occupiers, it takes all their cunning to keep their deadly secret.

As the shadow of war spreads, love blooms, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. But before long love is put to the test as everyone’s loyalty is called into question. The ramifications of the choices they must now make will be felt long after the war is over.

‘Anita Frank has created a range of characters alternately agreeable and repellent, and yet all entirely readable, in a blend of history and mystery. A real page-turner’ Mandy Robotham

Fiction to think about

HARDBACKS

2 JULY 2026

‘Both heartbreaking and heartwarming . . . It's an absolute treasure!’

Ruth Hogan, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Keeper of Lost Things

MR SIDHU'S POST OFFICE

AMMAN BRAR

Don’t miss this brand-new unforgettable and achingly beautiful novel about family, love, loss, and the power of communities coming together!

It's 2007, and Mr Sidhu is the sub-postmaster of the local post office in Richmond. He's grieving the passing of his wife and is preoccupied with honouring his final promise to her: to make sure his two grown-up children are settled and comfortable, which means helping Raju buy his own place and seeing to it that Meenu finally marries her long-term fiancé, Craig. But Mr Sidhu is thrown off course when he begins developing feelings for his coworker Rose, and everything starts to change, including his relationship with his children.

And then Mr Sidhu's weekly accounts begin reporting a loss. He doesn't know what's happening or where that money has gone, but as the collective losses increase, Mr Sidhu has no way of paying it back. Will those in the community who Mr Sidhu has served so loyally rally around him before it’s too late? Or could this be the end of Mr Sidhu’s post office . . . ?

AMMAN BRAR is a writer and theatre maker with an MA in Creative Writing from UEA. He won the BBC Writersroom 10 Award for his play Punjabi Boy with the Tamasha Theatre Company, where he was also Artist in Residence. Amman’s father was a sub-postmaster in the 1980s and 1990s, and Amman worked in the shop after school, witnessing his father's respect in the community. Mr Sidhu’s Post Office honors his father, the community, and the victims of the Horizon scandal.

£16.99

JUNIPER

30 JULY 2026

‘Luan Goldie is one of the most important voices in contemporary British fiction’

Kia Abdullah

BETWEEN

YESTERDAY AND TOMORROW

LUAN GOLDIE

A story of courage and connection, it examines the messy, beautiful ways we rebuild our lives when everything feels broken, finding humour in the darkest moments.

Zoe lost a part of herself after a heartbreaking loss and when she returns to work, everyone is tiptoeing around her and hoping she is back to her old self. But she knows she’ll never be the same carefree party girl she was before.

Then she meets Cian – her disarmingly charming colleague, who’s working from home after a climbing accident left him temporarily immobile. As they spend the summer hiding from the heatwave, arguing about Studio Ghibli, and sharing moments of vulnerability, their cautious friendship grows into something deeper. But with Cian grappling with his own restless spirit, and Zoe keeping everyone at arm’s length, there are a hundred reasons for them to hit the brakes.

Zoe has a choice to make – retreat into her shell and cling to the safety of what she knows, or risk it all and take a leap of faith into the unknown?

LUAN GOLDIE is a Glasgowborn novelist, short story writer, and teacher from London. Her adult novels include Nightingale Point , Homecoming , and These Streets , with Nightingale Point longlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. In 2018, she won the Costa Short Story Award, and her stories have appeared in Stylist and HELLO! Magazine. Luan's children’s book series for ages 9+ was released in 2024. A former primary school teacher, she now runs creative writing workshops and is a First Story Writer-in-Residence.

JUNIPER 13 AUGUST 2026

‘Both epic in its sweep and haunting in its intimacy, Musa weaves a profound tapestry of resilience, inheritance, and hope’ Riz Ahmed

STRANGLING FIG

FAUZIA MUSA THE

The brand-new heartbreaking multi-generational literary debut full of love, loss, and hope in 2026.

An extraordinary novel that shows how understanding our past can lead to a hopeful future.

Hyderabad, 1946

Ashraf is asleep in her mother’s bed when her father is murdered on the eve of Partition. She might as well have lost her mother that day too, and her fight to connect with her mother will follow her to America, seeping into who she is as a daughter, a lover, a mother, and be felt through the next generation of women.

California, 2002

FAUZIA MUSA is an award-winning writer and brand consultant. Born in Mumbai and raised in London and Northern California, she is fascinated by identity, religion, culture, migration, and motherhood. As a consultant, she has worked with companies like Apple, Google, and Lego. Her editorial projects include reporting on culture and design, as well as personal essays. Her works have been featured in The New York Times, The Times, The Independent, Dezeen, and Viewpoint. The Strangling Fig is her debut novel.

Seher is sixteen when she first sees her grandmother’s ghost. Feeling lost and abandoned by her own mother, Seher clings to Ashraf’s ghost, the guiding presence she craves. But as Seher begins to move forward, it becomes clear that Ashraf’s support comes at a cost. Beautifully told and heartbreakingly poignant, The Strangling Fig is a mother-daughter story and a ghost story, exploring how to break free from the wounds of the past. £16.99

PAPERBACKS

BLAZE OF GLORY

DIANA PALMER

Don’t miss this new opposites attract cowboy romance from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer, perfect for fans of Elsie Silver and Lyla Sage!

John Everett is the last of his father’s sons still living at home on the Everett ranch, working with their prize bulls while nursing the heartbreak of losing the woman he loved to his brother. He never expects to find love again—until he catches feisty Josie Blake sneaking around his awardwinning cattle.

Brash and bold, Josie claims she’s not interested in John, but he senses her fascination with the ranch and the town of Branntville runs deeper than mere curiosity. When danger lurks in the shadows, John must protect Josie from threats she doesn’t see coming, igniting a passionate connection that neither can ignore. Can they confront the secrets that threaten to tear them apart and find their way back to each other before it’s too late?

‘Palmer’s talent for character development and ability to fuse heartwarming romance with nailbiting suspense shines in Outsider ’ Booklist

I HAUNT IT THAT WAY ISABELLE POPP

A cosy, spicy, spook-tacular cabin romance where enemies become lovers…and something unseen lurks in the dark.

Creaky floorboards, crisp fallen leaves, and chilly evenings by the bonfire – Thora Williamson thinks she knows what to expect when she moves into her family’s mountain cabin. Instead, she gets the surprise of her life when Lee Halliday – her ex’s best friend and her personal nemesis – pulls up in the driveway.

What’s even more unsettling? The cabin is no simple fixer-upper, and Lee is determined to help with the renovations. As they work side by side, the air crackles with tension, but no amount of elbow grease can fix the mysterious phone calls or the eerie sensation that they’re not alone…

As Thora and Lee work together, it becomes clear that the cabin has unfinished business – and so do they. With haunting autumn nights leading to unexpected sleeping arrangements and stolen glances, Thora wonders: is the cabin trying to push them closer together, or trap them in its haunting embrace?

A LONE STAR RANCHER

DIANA PALMER

Enjoy two classic cowboy romances from New York Times bestselling author Diana Palmer!

Callaghan

Tough cowboy Callaghan Hart has met his match in his ranch’s new housekeeper, beautiful, innocent Tess Brady. The redhead is goodnatured and sweet, and her youthful charm draws him like a moth to a flame. But there’s no way Callaghan will ever consider marriage, and a casual fling is out of the question!

Jared

Rancher Jared Cameron is a mystery to everyone in Jacobsville, Texas…and he likes it that way. Only sweet Sara Dobbs dares to intrude on the loner’s privacy. Charmed by her audacity, Jared butts heads with the town’s plain Jane. But their growing relationship soon thrusts Sara into Jared’s hidden world of intrigue. Now the iron cowboy has to steel himself to fight for his life… and her heart.

‘Palmer proves that love and passion can be found even in the most dangerous situations’ Publishers Weekly on Untamed

2026

27 AUGUST 2026

£9.99

3 DECEMBER 2026

ONE PLACE. MANY STORIES.

NON-FICTION HARDBACKS

2 JULY 2026

OPTIMAL: UNDERSTANDING TESTOSTERONE FOR STRENGTH, HEALTH AND WELLNESS

DR JEFF FOSTER

A myth-busting guide on testosterone from leading endocrinologist Dr Jeff Foster to help men feel stronger, healthier and get back to their best selves.

Testosterone: it’s a powerhouse hormone that fuels men’s energy, focus, mood and vitality at every age. Yet despite its importance, testosterone is surrounded by confusion, stigma and half-truths.

In this accessible, myth-busting guide, leading endocrinologist Dr Jeff Foster sets the record straight. Drawing on years of clinical experience, he explains how testosterone really works; why deficiency is far more common than most people think, and how it can impact everything from sleep to mental health, strength to sex, and overall wellbeing.

Learn how to spot the signs of low testosterone, what modern treatments can (and can’t) do and why looking after your hormone health is one of the best investments you can make for your future.

DR JEFF FOSTER is an NHS GP Partner, and Private GP with a specialist interest in men’s health.

In addition to his NHS work, Dr Foster is the Director of Men’s Health at Manual and also the Medical Director and founder of H3 Health, the UK’s first health clinic aimed primarily at those over 40.

Testosterone is not simply about muscles and libido. It’s about health, confidence and living life to the fullest. £20 HARDBACK

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16 JULY 2026

‘I feel so lucky to have read Milli’s books while pregnant, she completely changed my way of looking at giving birth’

Ella Mills, Deliciously Ella

THE BODY MYTH

MILLI HILL

The Body Myth will transform the way a generation of women think, not just about one single aspect of being female, but about their lifetime experience of the female body.

This book finally buries the myth that women’s bodies are unfit for purpose, inconvenient and inadequate by shining a new narrative on the female body as a source of power.

Examning cultures and history, it presents the myriad of ways women’s bodies have been shamed, but equally, how female biology has been celebrated or even worshipped through positive rituals and ceremonies.

The Body Myth is thought-provoking, informative and galvanising. The reader is taken on a tour through the various stages of women’s biological lives, from puberty to old age, and will be both outraged by the negative messaging they have inadvertently absorbed, and simultaneously inspired by the new-found pride they feel for their female power. This is a ‘self-help’ book you never forget reading and one that will reshape how you see the female body and leave you celebrating your own.

MILLI HILL is a writer and freelance journalist with a passion for women’s rights in childbirth and throughout their lives. Her book The Positive Birth Book is one of the UK’s leading pregnancy guides and has sold over 100k copies since publication in 2017. Previous books she has authored are Give Birth like a Feminist (2019), My Period (2021) and Ultra Processed Women (2025). She writes a bestselling substack and to date, her books have been translated into seven languages.

13 AUGUST 2026

CHANGE STARTS HERE

THREE SIMPLE STEPS TO REINVENT YOUR LIFE

ROSIE NIXON

Overcome stress and reclaim control with Rosie Nixon’s PRO Formula, a three-step gamechanger to achieving the life you want.

During a high-flying career as Editor-in-Chief at HELLO! magazine, Rosie was diagnosed with psychological exhaustion. As she took time away to recover, she realised that something in her life needed to change. Reinvention became the answer.

Here, Rosie shares the solution that transformed her life: the PRO Formula. Rooted in science and backed by experience as a qualified life coach, she reveals the three essential steps – Pause, Reflect and Organise – to navigate change decisively and purposefully.

ROSIE NIXON is an author, broadcaster and coach. She is the author of four novels and one non-fiction collection. After a long career in women’s magazines, latterly as the award-winning Editor-in-Chief of HELLO! magazine, Rosie now enjoys a portfolio career and is a qualified life coach. In 2024 she founded Rosie’s Reinvention Retreats, a series of day retreats supporting midlife women through career, business and wellbeing transformations, enabling them to realise a more fulfilling way of life.

Whatever you’re facing – from careers and financial responsibilities to caring for loved ones and general overwhelm – this is the blueprint you need to see visible change in your life. Using neuroscience, practical advice and realistic goal-setting prompts, learn to build a new mindset and workable plans that align with your values and who you are. £16.99

NON FICTION 27 AUGUST 2026

5 INGREDIENT FAVOURITES:

DELICIOUS EASY MEALS TO FEED THE WHOLE FAMILY

GRACE MORTIMER

100 delicious recipes made with just 5 ingredients.

Cooking for children needn’t be tricky or time-consuming. Grace Mortimer, creator of Instagram sensation My First Meals (@_myfirstmeals), offers an array of easy, delicious and healthy dishes that are packed full of flavour and simple to prepare.

Grace shows parents and carers how to create scrumptious breakfasts, quick snacks, tasty lunches and hearty dinners using no more than five ingredients.

Each simple, healthy and tasty recipe is perfect for young children, however adventurous they are. Discover favourites like baked bean waffles, Florentine pizza, raspberry yoghurt muffins, bolognese pinwheels, and many more ideas.

Grace’s new book offers fun, fast, family food made with maximum flavour and minimal fuss.

Grace Mortimer's book My First Meals was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 01-08-2022.

GRACE MORTIMER is mother to Harry and lives in Gloucestershire with her long-term partner, Tom. She grew up with extremely foodie parents but didn’t develop her passion for cooking until her third year of university. She and Tom flip a coin at the weekends to see who gets to cook because they both enjoy it so much. Grace has a successful Instagram page called My First Meals, to share her quick, healthy recipes with any other parents struggling for ideas.

27 AUGUST 2026

TROUBLEMAKER: POVERTY, POLITICS AND THE PRICE OF SPEAKING OUT IN WESTMINSTER

TARA O'REILLY

A powerful and explosive memoir of poverty and politics, and the realities of life in Westminster.

Tara Jane O’Reilly grew up on a council estate a mere bus ride away from Parliament, but a world away from the hallowed halls of power.

Dropping out of school at sixteen after a childhood marred by alcoholism, poverty and homelessness, noone would have predicted that Tara would end up working on mayoral campaigns and with MPs, mingling with the elites of British politics.

This isn’t a salacious tell-all book; it’s a book about class and power. It’s about the parallels and contrasts of growing up in the borough of Westminster and working in the Palace of Westminster. It’s about learning that the systems that are designed to protect and support you are fallible. It’s about the realities of trying to change the system from within whilst feeling like you don’t belong.

Ultimately, this is a book about the necessity of causing trouble to enact meaningful change, even if you end up being labelled a troublemaker in the process.

TARA JANE O’REILLY is an activist, journalist and former Westminster staffer. She made a name for herself in Westminster by calling out injustice – mainly sexual harassment and bullying by senior politicians – and highlighting the rampant misogyny and classism within Parliament.

She has written for ELLE UK , The Times , New Statesman, Prospect Magazine, Grazia, and others on well kept Westminster secrets; from abuse by MPs to the culture of drinking and poor mental health in the corridors of power.

£16.99 HARDBACK

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10 SEPTEMBER 2026

ROSE FERGUSON THE RESET

If your body feels off, your energy has gone and nothing seems to work anymore, this book is for you.

The Reset by Rose Ferguson is the ultimate guide for anyone who’s hit that “ugh” moment — when your body feels off, your energy’s tanked and nothing seems to work anymore. Rose gets it. She’s seen it all in her clinic: the stubborn weight that won’t budge, the relentless brain fog, the exhaustion that no amount of coffee can fix. And she’s here to tell you it doesn’t have to be this way.

This book is your four-week roadmap to feeling like you again — energised, clear-headed, and in control. Rose breaks down the science behind why your body’s been out of sync (spoiler: it’s not just “getting older”) and offers simple, realistic steps to turn things around. Think of it as pressing the reset button on your metabolism, hormones and overall well-being — without crash diets or joyless routines.

ROSE FERGUSON is a leading UK nutritionist and functional medicine practitioner with 15 years of clinical experience. An MSc graduate in Advanced Nutrition Research and Practice, she is certified by the Institute of Functional Medicine. Founder of The 5 Day Plan and R Health Club, Dior Beauty’s wellness expert, host of The Wellness Breakdown podcast, and contributor to British Vogue Formerly a 90s supermodel for brands like Miu Miu and Prada, her wellness journey informs her practice.

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24 SEPTEMBER 2026

‘Louise O'Neill is one of those rare authors whose writing grips you from the first page, but who also makes you think. I will read anything she writes’ Elizabeth Day

A BIGGER LIFE

LOUISE O’NEILL

A deliciously honest memoir about dating, desire and the radical act of wanting more.

At 38, Louise O’Neill had the life she thought she wanted – until her long-term relationship ended, taking with it the home, future, and sense of certainty she’d built. Heartbroken but defiant, she made a radical decision: to say yes to everything, to take risks, and to reclaim her life – on her own terms.

What followed was a dating experiment that took her across Paris, London, New York and beyond. Through the men she meets and the moments in-between, Louise begins to challenge everything she’s been taught to settle for – in life, love, and in herself.

Part memoir, part manifesto, A Bigger Life is a candid and courageous exploration of modern womanhood, sexual freedom and the myths we’re sold about what makes a life worthwhile. It’s about embracing uncertainty, finding joy after heartbreak and creating space for the version of yourself that doesn’t play small.

LOUISE O’NEILL is the bestselling and multi-award-winning author of Only Ever Yours , Asking For It , Almost Love, and Idol . Known for her sharp, fearless feminist writing, she has become one of the most important voices in contemporary Irish literature. Her work has been widely praised for its bold social commentary and emotional depth. A Bigger Life is her first full-length memoir.

24 SEPTEMBER 2026

GLITTERING

A TURD HOW TO FIND JOY (WHEN IT'S ALL GONE TO SH*T)

KRIS HALLENGA & MAREN SHELDON

*A new edition for 2026 with a foreword by Dawn French*

Kris was living a normal life of a twenty-three-yearold: travelling the world, falling in love, making plans. However, when she was diagnosed with terminal breast cancer, life took on a completely new meaning. Yet, little did she know, cancer would lead her to a life she never thought possible: a happy one.

Alarmed by the lack of resources available, Kris and her twin sister, Maren, established CoppaFeel!, a charity that educates young people on breast cancer and recognising its early signs. From visiting Downing Street and campaigning at festivals, to appearing on TV and being present at the birth of her nephew, Kris has become a testament to embracing life with resilience and joy.

Glittering a Turd is a powerful reminder of what it means to live fully, shining a new perspective on terminal illness and surviving life’s hardest moments.

This updated edition includes new material by Maren in memory of her sister, Kris.

KRIS HALLENGA was diagnosed with secondary, incurable cancer at the age of twenty-three. Shortly after the diagnosis, in 2009, she started the national charity CoppaFeel! with her twin sister, Maren Sheldon. CoppaFeel! teaches vital awareness around breast cancer and the charity raises over 2 million pounds per year. Kris died in May 2024 aged 38.

MAREN SHELDON continues to spread the message to young people that detecting cancer early means you have a higher chance of surviving.

8 OCTOBER 2026

WHY DO I FEEL LIKE THIS?

DR NAOMI POTTER

Empower yourself with expert advice, practical strategies and a holistic approach to navigating menopause and perimenopause – because your health, wellbeing and future matter.

Why Do I Feel LIke This? by Dr Naomi Potter offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to understanding and managing menopause and perimenopause. This indepth guide goes beyond typical menopause education by exploring how this life stage intersects with other health conditions and chronic conditions, such as pelvic and cardiovascular health, and examines the impact of allergens, sexual health, nutrition and mental health during this transformative time.

Drawing on her medical expertise, Dr Potter explains how menopause can affect various aspects of women's health and provides practical strategies for coping with symptoms like hot flashes, sleep disturbances and mood changes.

With a focus on self-care, this guide empowers readers to take control of their health, find support and embrace the changes that come with menopause.

DR NAOMI POTTER is a highly respected menopause specialist with a career dedicated to improving the wellbeing of women. Potter is an expert in hormonal health and at the forefront of menopause education in the UK. She is the founder of Menopause Care, a clinic dedicated to providing women with the latest medical advice and treatments for menopause. Dr Potter has become a trusted voice, offering women expert knowledge and compassionate support through one of life’s most transformative stages.

17 DECEMBER 2026

LUCY WYNDHAM-READ

No gym. No pressure. No perfection. Just you, your body and a plan that fits your life.

Fitness and lifestyle coach Lucy Wyndham-Read shows you how to build a healthier, happier you, from the comfort of your home. Drawing on over 25 years of experience and her hugely popular YouTube workouts, Lucy has created a complete guide to fitness, nutrition and mindset that actually works and makes you feel good, including:

• At-Home Workouts for Every Body — from 5-minute “snackercise” sessions to full-body routines you can do in your kitchen, living room or garden.

• Simple, Balanced Nutrition — no fads, no calorie counting. Just back-to-basics food advice, easy meal ideas and smart ways to eat well.

• Mindset & Motivation Tools — true health starts with how you think. Build self-belief, ditch the guilt and create habits that stick for life.

• Daily Health Trackers & Practical Tips — to help you stay consistent, celebrate progress and enjoy taking care of yourself.

LUCY WYNDHAM-READ is an exarmy, qualified Personal Fitness Trainer specialising in designing antenatal and postnatal exercise programmes. She has appeared in radio and television and regularly writes fitness articles for magazines and newspapers. She believes that fitness should be part of day-to-day life, but can also be quick, fun and require little space or equipment.

ONE PLACE. MANY STORIES.

NON-FICTION SECOND FORMAT PAPERBACK

I AM NOT A TOURIST CONVERSATIONS

ON BEING

BRITISH CHINESE DAISY J. HUNG

Conversations on migration, race, belonging and identity in this fierce new memoir about what it means to be British Chinese.

Though a citizen of the UK, Daisy J. Hung is regularly mistaken for a tourist, asked where she’s really from. These experiences serve as a reminder that, no matter how she moves through the world, she is often seen as an outsider.

I Am Not a Tourist explores what it means to be British Chinese today, and the social, historical and political factors that have got us here. Fighting dehumanising stereotypes of Chinese people, she encourages readers to interrogate their assumptions and interpretations of ‘Chinese’ identity.

In the wake of the upsurge of anti-Asian racism, triggered by the racialisation of the COVID-19 pandemic, Daisy exposes the ongoing racism and inequalities that British Chinese communities face, and forms an urgent call for change.

‘Important and poignant… A brilliant read’ Helen Tse MBE,

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27 AUGUST 2026

THE YEAR OF THE DOG:

HOW ONE TINY TERRIER RUINED MY SOFA BUT SAVED

MY LIFE

SOPHIA MONEY-COUTTS

A hilarious and heartfelt year following one woman and her puppy –from chaos and tears to healing and new beginnings. It’s a love story, but not as you know it.

Raising a puppy is simple: feed them, walk them, love them. Right? Wrong.

Armed with Pinterest-perfect plans and firm ideas about training, Sophia brings Dennis – a Parson Terrier – into her life. Suddenly single and quietly unravelling, Sophia finds herself solo parenting a tiny, gleeful agent of chaos. He’s also the only thing keeping her afloat.

As the months roll by in a haze, Sophia begins to make sense of it all: the grief of a life that didn’t go to plan, the weirdness of being single in your late thirties and the surprising ways love shows up when you least expect it. By the end of their first year together, Dennis hasn’t just wrecked the furniture; he’s quietly rebuilt her life.

For anyone who’s ever been through shattering heartbreak, this is a story of quiet resilience, unpredictable joy and the quiet wonder of a small body curled beside you when it matters most.

HQ NON FICTION

8 OCTOBER 2026

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