From the bestselling author of Everything Is Beautiful, comes an utterly heartwarming new novel, about what it truly means to belong to those you love.'A warm-hearted, emotional read' Daily Mail'Gripping, endearing and thought-provoking, this beautifully woven novel championing family, solidarity and friendship is full of warmth and heart. A joy from start to finish - one not to miss' HOLLY MILLER'Joyful and tender' Woman's Own'The Art of Belonging is just the loveliest, uplifting novel and fills the soul with joy' LORNA COOK'A delightful, big-hearted story of family and forgiveness' Good HousekeepingSee the Stars, Eleanor Ray's heartwarming new novel is available to preorder now! Filled with heart and warmth, this uplifting novel reminds us all that we need the darkness if we want to see the stars.................................................Sometimes you need to open your heart to find where you truly belong . . .When unexpected circumstances bring Grace's estranged daughter, Amelia, and granddaughter, Charlotte, to live in her home, complicated feelings start to emerge, revealing a messy and emotional past which drove this family apart.It will take a school mystery, an exquisite miniature railway and some brave decisions to help them each find not only themselves, but also each other - and to appreciate what it truly means to belong together.This uplifting novel will warm your heart and touch your soul, and remind you of all the reasons humans can be downright wonderful.................................................'Heartfelt and heartwarming, this uplifting read is full of characters to cherish and cheer for' PHAEDRA PATRICK'This beautifully written story perfectly captures the messy, complicated thing that is family' NICOLA GILL'The Art of Belonging is a gorgeous read . . . Eleanor Ray has created a warm hug of a book that will capture your heart' HEATHER CRITCHLOW'A delicious indulgence of a novel - rich, warm, and packed to bursting with heart, hope and compassion' KATE SIMANTS'A wonderful story, beautifully told. A book full of love and new beginnings and optimism' SAM HOLLAND'An absolute joy to read. Such a perfectly spun heartwarming tale of love, loss, redemption and reinvention' ROBERT SCRAGG'Full of heart, humour and compassion, this is a story to savour' JO FURNISS, author Dead Mile'A precious story of family, love and adventure that will touch your soul and leave you smiling' CAMERON WARD, author of A Stranger On Board and The Safe HouseEverything Is Beautiful was richly praised:'A joy' BETH O'LEARY'Beautifully written' KATIE FFORDE'A moving, tender book' PANDORA SYKES Read more

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTIONA BBC 2 'BETWEEN THE COVERS' BOOK CLUB PICK'Wonderful' RICHARD OSMAN'Perfect' INDIA KNIGHT'Beautiful' JESSIE BURTON'Witty and sharp' DAVID NICHOLLS1957, the suburbs of south east London. Jean Swinney is a journalist on a local paper, trapped in a life of duty and disappointment from which there is no likelihood of escape. When a young woman, Gretchen Tilbury, contacts the paper to claim that her daughter is the result of a virgin birth, it is down to Jean to discover whether she is a miracle or a fraud. As the investigation turns her quiet life inside out, Jean is suddenly given an unexpected chance at friendship, love and - possibly - happiness.'Gorgeous . . . I could not recommend it more' PANDORA SYKES'Remarkable . . . Small Pleasures is no small pleasure' THE TIMES'Irresistible . . . wry, perceptive and quietly devastating' MAIL ON SUNDAY Read more

Escape it all with this hilarious, heartwarming read from the Sunday Times bestseller and author of Kindle sensation The Woman Who Ran Away from Everything..Sometimes life can be bittersweet . . . Between tending to the whims of her seven-year-old and the demands of her boss, Viv barely gets a moment to herself. It’s not quite the life she wanted, but she hasn’t run screaming for the hills yet.But then Viv’s husband Andy makes his mid-life crisis her problem. He’s having an affair with his (infuriatingly age-appropriate) colleague, a woman who – unlike Viv – doesn’t put on weight when she so much as glances at a cream cake.Viv suddenly finds herself single, with zero desire to mingle. Should she be mourning the end of life as she knows it, or could this be the perfect chance to put herself first?When life gives you lemons, lemonade just won’t cut it. Bring on the gin!Fiona’s hilarious new book,The Dog Share, is available for pre-order now! The perfect antitode for Lockdown 3.0Readers love When Life Gives You Lemons:‘A fun, wild and light-hearted read and a look inside what most women are faced with today!’ *****‘Give me more stories like this one! Great characters, great plot and an author who is a talented storyteller’ *****‘Had me laughing out loud and giggling most of the time I was reading it’ *****‘I was rooting for her from start to finish. Loved it’ *****‘When life gives you lemons, slice them, put them in a G&T and read this book’ ***** Read more

Contemporary crochet star Rose Svane will teach you how to crochet your own cool clothes, accessories and Scandi homeware.With a calm, creative vibe, this is the perfect guide for complete beginners, and those who've already caught the crochet bug.Start with a crash-course in the key skills, then move on to 15 stunning step-by-step projects, from a tote bag and a bucket hat, to a plant basket and a cute bikini. Once you've got to grips with the techniques, you'll find that crochet can be a very mindful practice, and you'll soon have an essential new calming and creative outlet.In just a couple of years, crochet designer and author Rose Svane has created a global business whose customers count influencers Emma Chamberlain, Maddie Ziegler, and Meadow Walker. Her designs have been featured in Cosmopolitan and copied by people all over the world. Read more

How To Crochet: A Complete Guide for Absolute Beginners is the perfect introduction to crochet: With bright, modern, full color illustrations, anyone can quickly learn to crochet, master new stitches and make a selection of cute and easy first crochet projects, including beautiful scented hanging hearts, baby hats, granny squares, scarves and mittens and lots more !. * Easy to follow How To Crochet illustrations * Fun and simple projects to make * Learn a variety of crochet stitches and skills * Perfect for absolute beginners * Projects include hats, scarves, mittens, baby blankets, scented hearts, granny squares and more! This is the ONLY beginner's book you'll need to start to crochet today!! Read more

Find inner calm and happiness in this beautiful, meditative and earthy watercolour instruction book from nature lover, teacher and artist Inga Buivadavice.Art therapy and the act of painting is widely acknowledged to bringpositive mental health benefits, as it helps us centre ourselves, focus our intentions and engage creatively with the world around us. This beautiful guided watercolour book combines these aspects with the healing powers of nature to take you on a journey toward peace and tranquility.Even if you have no experience with watercolours or painting, Painting Calm’s accessible and easy-to-follow prompts will allow you to express yourself and create with ease and joy. Gather inspiration from artist Inga Buivadavice’s beautiful illustrations, designed to capture an emotional connection with the natural world through texture and colour, as you explore:   An overview of watercolour painting supplies and how to use them Basic watercolour techniques and colour theory Exercises for finding inspiration in nature Seasonal projects that include painting trees, leaves, flowers, natural light and patterns found in nature Tips for building a creative practice Discover your inner artist – and forge a new and powerful relationship to nature – in this calming project book, as you watercolour your way to mindful wellbeing. Read more

When the Vikings launch a brutal attack on Dark Ages Britain, a novice monk's life is changed forever. The first novel in Matthew Harffy's thrilling A Time for Swords series.Lindisfarne, AD793. There had been portents – famine, whirlwinds, lightning from clear skies, serpents seen flying through the air. But when the raiders came, no one was prepared.They came from the North, their dragon-prowed longships gliding out of the dawn mist as they descended on the kingdom's most sacred site.It is 8th June AD 793, and with the pillage of the monastery on Lindisfarne, the Viking Age has begun.While his fellow monks flee before the Norse onslaught, one young novice stands his ground. He has been taught to turn the other cheek, but faced with the slaughter of his brothers and the pagan desecration of his church, forgiveness is impossible.Hunlaf soon learns that there is a time for faith and prayer... and there is a time for swords.Praise for Matthew Harffy:'Harffy is a master of the Dark Age thriller... A Time for Swords is a bold opening to yet another enthralling series. It promises to be one heck of a ride' Theodore Brun, author of A Mighty Dawn'Terrific white-knuckle action, absolutely gripping storytelling... Can't wait for the next one. Highly recommended!' Angus Donald author of Robin Hood and the Caliph's Gold'The gripping novel evokes the turbulence and violence of the first onslaught of the Vikings. I couldn't put it down!' Christian Cameron author of Hawkwood's Sword'Nothing less than superb... The tale is fast paced and violence lurks on every page' Historical Novel Society'Harffy's writing just gets better and better... He is really proving himself the rightful heir to Gemmell's crown' Jemahl Evans, author of The Last Roundhead Read more

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delightful novel. Sit back, snuggle down and immerse yourself in this charming workplace romance. It is a page-turner of a read . . . a perfect setting and a gorgeous story.’ Caroline James, bestselling author of The CruiseA second chance at a first impression.When Anna Wright interviews for a job as assistant to celebrated photographer Daniel Redfern it’s her last chance to follow her dream to work in the fashion industry.Daniel is the best in the business, but notoriously difficult. His reputation for exacting standards precedes him. Standards Anna fails to meet when she turns up at his office fifteen minutes late . . . and soaking wet.Daniel doesn’t give second chances, but Anna is not what he was expecting. She’s feisty and fearless, and challenges him when he oversteps the mark. He could be making the mistake of his career, but he offers her a trial period.As she works alongside him, Anna can’t deny her growing attraction to Daniel. Maybe she’s misjudged him — is he really the arrogant celebrity he’s famed to be?Sparks fly between them. Now Anna and Daniel must decide whether to take a chance on love, or allow their first impressions to keep them apart.This opposites attract, grumpy sunshine is perfect for fans of Jane Austen retellings, Mandy Baggot, Rachel Dove, Susie Tate, Camilla Isley, Portia MacIntosh, and Sue Moorcroft.Readers love First Impressions:‘This was such a wonderful and enjoyable read! I loved this book and highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys this genre.’‘Oh my goodness. This book pulled every heart string and was just adorable! I was so excited to start this book and couldn't put it down.’‘A cute and fun read.’‘[I] couldn't put it down . . . Highly recommend.’Tropes:❤️ Second-chance❤️ Work based romance❤️ Grumpy x sunshine❤️ Single dad romance Read more

Welcome to Whitsborough Bay - a seaside town full of love, hope and friendship.This boxset contains all 4 books in the Welcome to Whitsborough Bay Series:1. Making Wishes at Bay View2. New Beginnings at Seaside Blooms3. Finding Hope at Lighthouse Cove4. Coming Home to Seashell Cottage★ Also Bonus content included ★- Exclusive additional chapter for each book- Whitsborough Bay Wonderings - book clubs questions for each book-----Making Wishes at Bay ViewCallie Derbyshire has it all: her dream job as a carer at Bay View, finally she has found the love of her life. Everything is perfect. Well, almost.Callie’s favourite resident, Ruby, hasn’t been her usual self. But after discovering the truth about Ruby’s lost love, Callie is determined to give Ruby’s romantic story the happy ending it deserves. After all, it’s never too late to let love in again. Or is it?New Beginnings at Seaside Blooms
For Sarah Peterson, it’s time for change. Coming out of a dead end relationship, she just needs to escape and have a fresh start. So when her Auntie Kay unexpectedly offers her the opportunity to take over her flower shop, Seaside Blooms, the timing could not be more perfect. But she isn't prepared for the discovery of a clairvoyant reading that's been missing for twelve years. All of the predictions have come true, except one: she's about to meet the man of her dreams. Oh, and his name is Steven…

Sarah can’t help but wonder if Seaside Blooms could be a new beginning for love too?Finding Love at Lighthouse CoveMarried to her childhood sweetheart for over twelve years, Elise feels like starting a family is the next natural step. However her husband, Gary, has other ideas…Suddenly single, Elise is completely heartbroken and struggling to start over on her own. But when she's enlisted to be bridesmaid to her best friend, Sarah, she has to put on a brave face, put her own feelings aside and find a way to get over Gary. Fast.Coming Home To Seashell CottageSince the age of sixteen, Clare O'Connell has lived her life by four strict rules:
1. Don't talk about Ireland
2. Don't think about Ireland
3. Don't go to Ireland
4. Don't let anyone in

And so far, it's worked well. However Clare is about to realise that you can run from the past, but you can't always hide from it…When she has to travel to Ireland for work, Clare finds herself drawn back to the village of Ballykielty – the home of her family, and the home of her secrets. The one place where vowed never to return to again… Read more

Stitch your own collection of stunning crocheted tiles with this selection of crochet patterns and charts inspired by beautiful decorative ceramic tiles.100 Crochet Tiles features a wide range of crochet patterns and charts from a number of different, talented crochet designers. Choose from your favourite whether it's a multicoloured, middle eastern pattern or a geometric design in an understated colour way.Create stunning, colourful designs using crochet techniques including intarsia crochet, overlay crochet, mosaic crochet and tapestry crochet. All of the crochet stitches and techniques you will need to make the crochet patterns are included in the techniques section along with helpful step-by-step artworks and instructions. There are crochet charts for each of the tiles alongside the written crochet patterns.These crochet tile patterns are the perfect stash buster and a great way to use up small amounts of leftover yarn. As well as the tile patterns there are eight project ideas for ways to use the crochet tiles. These include cushion and pillow covers, afghans and throws as well as rugs, wall hangings and table mats. You can choose your favourite designs and make beautiful crochet gifts for friends and family. Read more

Perfect for fans of heartwarming saga from Sunday Times bestselling author, Rosie Goodwin.Britian's best-loved saga writer with over one million copies sold.1885.Ruby Carter works hard in her parents' bakery. Whilst life isn't easy, she's happy enough - her gentle mother protects young Ruby from her cruel father and loves her unconditionally. So, when her mother falls seriously ill, Ruby is heartbroken. Then, from her deathbed, her mother reveals that Ruby was adopted.Stricken by grief and alone with the violent man she called her father, Ruby feels she has no choice but to flee. At just fifteen, homeless and alone she is relieved when a kindly stranger named Mrs Bamber takes pity on poor Ruby and welcomes her into her home.But soon, Ruby learns Mrs Bamber is not as generous as she first seemed - she forces Ruby into a life of crime as a jewel thief in Birmingham's jewellery quarter. With nothing to her name and nowhere to go Ruby has no choice but to go along with it, despite the guilt and shame she feels. But Ruby is determined that she will atone for what she's done, and be reunited with her birth parents.Ruby's only wish is to find her family. Read more

Moving from a train set out of a box to making your own model railway can seem a daunting proposition. Whether you go your own way, wish to follow a prototype tightly or have an inherited stock that you want to make the best of. This book covers the act of deciding on a design that will keep the interest alive. Executing it in a manner that is within your skills set, and finishing it to a quality you are satisfied by within a time and financial limit. Here learning from those who have had both successes and the occasional false start will assist you in execution of your project and maintaining its interest. The book aims to explain jargon and includes such subjects as project design and planning, alternative baseboard construction methods, track laying, basic electrics accompanied by a rich and varied imagery. The Market Deeping Model railway club rose to public notice in May 2019 following the sad overnight vandalism of their annual railway show. The breaking news story became a worldwide cause célèbre bringing a whirlwind of kind support from modelers and the general public. The rebuilding of the club's damaged layouts and new projects for replacements gave the rare opportunity of experienced modelers to photograph and document the build process and revisit the basics. The results are incorporated into this book making a positive and cathartic activity from a distinctly negative situation. Read more

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Learn to crochet forty charming stuffed dolls that will warm your heart and bring a smile to your face.Hook up a rainbow kawaii goodness with this super-cute collection of forty amigurumi patterns from modern crochet designer Yarn Blossom Boutique. From three adorable peas in a pod, to a winking fortune cookie, these forty fun and easy amigurumi makes will bring the Japanese culture of cuteness into your hands and your heart. Read more

Lucy’s first love potion goes horribly wrongRomances get tangledBut worse, someone dies!Romance is in the air on Harrington Street, Oxford. Detective Inspector Ian Chisholm is finally showing interest in Lucy, though the members of the vampire knitting club aren’t too thrilled to have the police hanging around so close to Cardinal Woolsey’s yarn shop. Up the street at Frogg Books, shop assistant Alice is in love with her bookish boss, Charlie, who doesn’t seem to notice.Lucy’s trying to become more proficient as a witch and when her cousin Violet talks her into brewing up a love potion to bring Alice and Charlie together, it seems like a harmless way to improve her craft.Until someone dies.Is Lucy’s love potion more deadly than cupid’s arrow?Or is there a killer on the loose? Purls and Potions is Book 5 in the best-selling Vampire Knitting Club series. There’s no sex, gore or cliff-hanger endings, just lots of humor and quirky characters—including Nyx, Lucy’s black cat and familiar. Each book can be enjoyed on its own. Start reading your copy, today. Read more

A comprehensive guide to embroidery stitches for crafters of all levels, whether you’re just beginning or looking to enhance your skills.  A–Z of Embroidery Stitches contains all the embroiderer needs to know to work dozens of stitches, and includes full advice on everything from choosing materials, beginning and ending a thread and using hoops to working as a left-handed embroiderer and learning how to paint threads. Step-by-step photography and clear instructions make the techniques achievable for beginners as well as providing an invaluable reference guide for experienced embroiderers.  “Embroidery Stitches is easy to read . . . I recommend every embroider have a copy of this book on their shelves as a reference guide for the many stitches available in embroidery.” —Quilter’s Review Read more

Find endless inspiration with this photo guide to embroidery stitches.Discover the 120 hand-embroidery stitches that every embroiderer should have in their stitching arsenal, with clear, step-by-step photos you can come back to time and again! Contemporary needlework teacher Sharon Boggon’s forward-thinking ideas will help you view hand embroidery through a vibrant new lens. Beginners and seasoned embroiderers will gain the confidence to create new patterns by playing with the stitches—manipulating the height and width, making asymmetrical loops, stacking up designs, or filling multiple rows with the same stitch. With so many creative variations and the author’s gorgeous samplers, you’ll be inspired to incorporate new techniques in your own crazy quilts and modern projects.Essential guide to surface embroidery! 120 contemporary stitches, including left-hand stitches, with step-by-step photosSee how tiny tweaks to each stitch can take your needlework to unexpected placesPlay up the possibilities with modern fill patterns, asymmetry, luscious texture, and crazy quilting Read more

She’s about to trespass all over his Christmas.Artist and photographer Georgia Rose has spent two carefree years on the Isle of Mull and is looking forward to a quiet Christmas... Until she discovers her family is about to descend upon her, along with her past.Aloof aristocrat Archie Crichton-Leith has let out his island mansion to a large party from the mainland. They’re expecting a castle for Christmas, not an outdated old pile, and he’s in trouble.When Georgia turns up with an irresistible smile and an offer he can’t refuse, he’s wary, but he needs her help.As Georgia weaves her festive charms around the house, they start to work on Archie too. And the spell extends both ways. But falling in love was never part of the deal. Can the magic outlast Christmas when he’s been conned before and she has a secret that could ruin everything?♥♥♥♥ A Christmas Bluff is the fifth book in the Scottish Island Escapes series. All the books in the seriescan be enjoyed either as standalones or in order – whichever you prefer!♥ Set on the gorgeous Scottish Isle of Mull, A Christmas Bluff is a fun, festive romcom. grumpy/ sunshine, opposites attract, rags-to-riches romance with drama, a guaranteed happy ending and lots of heart. Read more

The definitive guide to knitting cozy, colorful socks, covering every aspect for knitters of all abilities.The Sock Knitting Bible is the ultimate reference for sock knitting skills, techniques, materials, projects, and more. Here you'll find in-depth information on everything from sizing and yarn to casting on and color-work. Whether you want to knit toe up, cuff down or even two at a time socks, this comprehensive volume covers it all.There are step-by-step instructions for all the various sock knitting techniques, as well as three basic sock patterns that even an absolute beginner can follow. Author Lynne Rowe also looks at the different kinds of tools available, from double pointed needles and small circular needles to innovative products such as flexible DPNs.And it all comes together with ten delightful projects by some of the most exciting and talented sock designers. Here you will find patterns for stripes, fair isle, cables, lacy, sparkly and snuggly socks: an array o pattern for all your sock-knitting needs! Read more

Explore the world of micro crochet with this collection of patterns and charts for 100 exquisitely tiny crochet motifs. This collection of teeny, tiny crochet motifs from crochet designer Steffi Glaves offers step-by-step instructions for creating a wide range of delightful micro crochet pieces. These wonderfully small motifs are beautifully detailed despite their small size and can be used for jewelry, accessories, appliques, decorations and embellishments. You will learn the essential skills needed for micro-crochet, such as how to hold the thread and hook, reading a crochet chart, special edgings, blocking and stiffening. Alongside that, you will also learn about the tools and types of threads to use, and the special techniques needed for creating the motifs in this book. This volume features a wide range of motifs including flowers; leaves & plants; fruit; triangles, granny squares, Christmas, and even mini amigurumi. It also includes ten projects—such as jewelry, accessories, wall hangings, and more—that feature mini crochet motifs. Read more