Naughty Brits


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A contemporary romance anthology featuring Sarah MacLean, Sophie Jordan, Louisa Edwards, Tessa Gratton, and Sierra Simone.




A Duke Worth Falling For


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Her career in tatters, celebrity photographer Lilah Rose needs somewhere to regroup and start fresh, outside of the spotlight. There’s nowhere better to hide than the English countryside, complete with fluffy sheep, rolling hills…and Max, the stern, sexy farmer who tends to them. But the lazy days and lush nights with Max aren't as far from the spotlight as Lilah thinks. He isn’t simply a farmer—he’s also a duke: young, handsome and powerful…and too aware of how a title can dazzle, making the man inside invisible. What’s the harm in playing the farmer for a while? After all, Lilah isn’t staying… Soon, Max is imagining just that, though--wondering what it would be like to have her on his land, in his life, in his bed forever. For that, he’s going to need to tell her the truth…and hope he can convince her that he’s a duke worth falling for.




Sick-Note Britain


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Dr Adrian Massey has worked at the intersection of medicine and society for decades. He argues compellingly that our hyper-medicalized society has falsely equated sickness with illness, and sickness with unfitness to work--whereas sickness is primarily a social problem requiring social, not medical, solutions. Sick-Note Britain lays bare Britain's gross error: when doctors cannot 'fix' anxiety or chronic pain, workplace attendance is still treated as a matter for arbitration by our strained primary care service. What is needed is a tailored, employer-employee contractual solution, but obstacles block this approach: excessively complex employment law constraining both sides; an outdated benefits system that overburdens doctors and traumatizes the vulnerable; and a workplace culture that is too inflexible to keep sick employees in work. This is a blistering condemnation of a sham system that works for nobody, and an urgent call to rethink how we manage sickness--for the sake of our economy, our wellbeing, and our health service.




Naughty Wish


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Jana How to catch a cop for Christmas Flirt shamelessly when said handsome cop pulls you over. Send naughty texts. Sweet-talk him into dinner. Melt... Wait a sec. This was supposed to be just a little harmless fun. He's in way too deep. So is my heart. Finn A fender bender lands Jana Sparks in my police cruiser. All I'm supposed to do is give her a ride. Instead, I'd like her to ride me. She's bold, brash and beautiful. I thought I was too cynical to fall for someone again. Jana makes me so hot, I ache for her. I can't keep my hands off of her, and I can't keep her from stealing my heart. It was hers the first night we spent together. *This is a steamy, full-length standalone romance with a guaranteed happily-ever-after. No cliffhangers. Nothing but steamy romance & HEA!




Rock Shrines


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"Rock Shrines" reveals the most important venues for anyone thinking of attempting a musical pilgrimage. From Graceland to Neverland Ranch, this full-color guide comes with removable memorabilia to the coolest and most important places of rock reverence in the world.




The British Critic


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Vague: The Great British Mistake


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"Vague" began, as it happened, a few months after "England's Dreaming" left off: in the post-punk diaspora of late 1979. Turning nineteen years old in sunny Salisbury, Tom Vague began by featuring local punk bands as well as all the major acts that passed through or nearby - the Banshees, the Cure, the Ruts, Joy Division, Red Krayola, the Gang of Four, Clash, Adam and the Ants. It wasn't a pure punk fanzine - it was too late for that - but matched punk irreverence with the overall feeling of experimentation that still existed at the end of the 1970's. Over the first few issues, "Vague" continued to work out the possibilities of independence - in all senses of the word - that had been pioneered in 1976 by Mark Perry (fanzines) and in 1977 by Buzzcocks and the Desperate Bicycles (seven inch records). The whole point about fanzines and DIY singles was that you didn't have to do what everyone else did. So "Vague" mixed up reviews with Perry Harris' cartoons and what Tom describes as 'stream of consciousness prose' that reflected the chaos and the intimacy of the moment. Vague followed the post-punk strands - from the Ants to Goth to Crass to Psychobillies and Positive Punks - through to the mid 80's, and Tom's commentary precisely dates the changes. In the notes for Issue 12, July 1982, he observes that 'it was around this time that the number of exaggerated Mac Curtis haircuts increased around London and Theatre of Hate indirectly started the punkabilly cult, which consisted of disillusioned young Ants fans and reformed punky types, largely Londoners. Suddenly everyone started to look like Kirk Brandon'. Tom Vague recorded the present without any thought to posterity. Because he noted the moment so thoroughly, he became a historian, providing a record of Punk's most obdurate and persistent strands. In documenting the chaos of the 1980's from within, he has preserved a forgotten narrative of that decade: not Live Aid, New Romantic Pop or Thatcher, but a dogged and anarchic strand of youth culture that persisted into the flowering of rave in the early 90's. This collection should be read by any serious enquirer into the period." (Jon Savage : 2017)







The Greatest British Classics Ever Written


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The Greatest British Classics Ever Written encapsulates an unrivaled collection traversing the comprehensive spectrum of British literature. This anthology presents a curated selection of works that showcase not only the evolution of literary styles but also the thematic depth which has characterized centuries of English writing. From the cerebral comedies of Oscar Wilde to the haunting gothic tales of Ann Ward Radcliffe, and the pioneering science fiction of H.G. Wells, this collection emphasizes the diversity and significant contributions of British literature to the global canon. Standout pieces capture the essence of human condition, societal shifts, and the unending quest for identity and belonging within varied historical and socio-political contexts. The authors and editors, hailing from different epochs, bring together an impressive array of backgrounds, literary movements, and philosophical ideologies. This melting pot includes the romantic disillusionment of the Brontë sisters, the sharp social critique of Charles Dickens, the existential musings of T.S. Eliot, and the pioneering narratives of Mary Shelley. Their collective works represent a cross-section of the historical nuances, cultural shifts, and the rich literary heritage of the British Isles, revealing a shared lineage of exploration, innovation, and a profound inquiry into the human spirit and societal constructs. For aficionados and newcomers to British literature alike, this anthology offers a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the rich tapestry of British literary genius. The Greatest British Classics Ever Written is more than just a collection; it's a journey through time, offering a panoramic view of the ideas and aesthetics that have shaped not only British literature but also the global literary landscape. Readers are encouraged to delve into this meticulously curated anthology to experience the breadth of insights, the evolution of literary forms, and the dialogue fostered between the era-defining works of these seminal authors. It's an essential volume for those seeking to understand the legacy and continued relevance of British literary contributions to world culture.