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  • THE KAISER'S GOLD by Bill Kitson, read by Mike Rogers - audiobook extract
    Babes in the wood, babes in the wood, who will be next to be covered in blood?
    For generations, the children of Rowandale have recited these words, but now they are becoming an all too disturbing reality....
    After the last known member of the Latimer family dies, his estate is put up for sale - except for the prized stables, inherited by racehorse trainer Barbara Lewis.
    When Barbara's estranged husband is murdered, she becomes the prime suspect and appeals to Adam Bailey and her friend, Eve Samuels, for help. But as they investigate, more people are killed and soon Barbara and Eve find themselves in grave danger.
    As the clock ticks, Adam races to rescue them. Can justice prevail, or will the grim prophecy of the rhyme come true again?
    The Kaiser's Gold is the second instalment in Bill Kitson's chilling and suspenseful Eden House mystery series. Perfect for fans of Peter James' Cold Hill series, Val McDermid and J. M. Dalgliesh.
    4 min
  • BUT WHY? by Clemmie Telford, read by Clemmie Telford - audiobook extract
    But Why? covers a wide range of topics including bodies, bullying, mental health, sexuality, money and social media.
    It's a book that aims to help parents tackle those awkward questions that can floor the best of us. Imagine the scene: you're trying to put the kids to bed, your brain has checked out for the day and suddenly, from nowhere, all manner of unrelated but potentially important questions are flung into the night-time routine as you're trying to get them to brush their teeth properly:
    But why are parents ruining the planet?
    But why don't boys wear dresses?
    But why do people get married?
    But why do we have feelings?
    But why don't I look like everyone else?
    But why do you have to work?
    With a foreword by leading Psychotherapist Anna Mathur (author of Mind over Mother) this book is informed by a huge, varied body of research. Including conversations with experts via Clemmie's popular Honestly Podcast, the insight of 300-plus contributors to Clemmie's blog Mother of All Lists, bravely sharing first-hand accounts, and of course Clemmie's own experience as a mother of three.
    Clemmie describes this book as an 'existential crisis' which found her challenging everything she thought she knew about everything (but in a good way).
    It can't promise definitive answers, but it will give you a wealth of ideas to draw upon, along with tips on how to explore the topics mindfully, pointers on where to seek more information and, perhaps most importantly, a reminder of what you absolutely should avoid saying to your kids even if you are knackered or have been caught off-guard.
    Clemmie says 'I hope the book will act as a catalyst for our own thoughts on a range of subjects, giving us the opportunity to have honest conversations with ourselves about important topics such as race, gender, sexuality, politics and religion'.
    7 min
  • BUT WHY? by Clemmie Telford, read by Clemmie Telford - audiobook extract
    But Why? covers a wide range of topics including bodies, bullying, mental health, sexuality, money and social media.
    It's a book that aims to help parents tackle those awkward questions that can floor the best of us. Imagine the scene: you're trying to put the kids to bed, your brain has checked out for the day and suddenly, from nowhere, all manner of unrelated but potentially important questions are flung into the night-time routine as you're trying to get them to brush their teeth properly:
    But why are parents ruining the planet?
    But why don't boys wear dresses?
    But why do people get married?
    But why do we have feelings?
    But why don't I look like everyone else?
    But why do you have to work?
    With a foreword by leading Psychotherapist Anna Mathur (author of Mind over Mother) this book is informed by a huge, varied body of research. Including conversations with experts via Clemmie's popular Honestly Podcast, the insight of 300-plus contributors to Clemmie's blog Mother of All Lists, bravely sharing first-hand accounts, and of course Clemmie's own experience as a mother of three.
    Clemmie describes this book as an 'existential crisis' which found her challenging everything she thought she knew about everything (but in a good way).
    It can't promise definitive answers, but it will give you a wealth of ideas to draw upon, along with tips on how to explore the topics mindfully, pointers on where to seek more information and, perhaps most importantly, a reminder of what you absolutely should avoid saying to your kids even if you are knackered or have been caught off-guard.
    Clemmie says 'I hope the book will act as a catalyst for our own thoughts on a range of subjects, giving us the opportunity to have honest conversations with ourselves about important topics such as race, gender, sexuality, politics and religion'.
    7 min
  • YOU SHOULD PROBABLY LISTEN TO THIS by Karl Lokko, read by Karl Lokko - audiobook extract
    From one of the most potent and inspiring young voices in the country, Bullets and Butterflies is an audio original like no other.
    Karl Lokko is the man who should be dead. A former gang leader, by the age of 16 he had been cut in the face, stabbed, and shot at more times than he'd had birthday parties. In Bullets and Butterflies, Karl shares how he rejected the shocking violence in his past to become one of the most inspiring young voices in the country.
    Let Karl introduce you to the 'hidden alumni' and his vision for the future as he lays out his manifesto for change.
    Captivating, thought-provoking and unexpected, you should probably listen to this...
    3 min
  • YOU SHOULD PROBABLY LISTEN TO THIS by Karl Lokko, read by Karl Lokko - audiobook extract
    From one of the most potent and inspiring young voices in the country, Bullets and Butterflies is an audio original like no other.
    Karl Lokko is the man who should be dead. A former gang leader, by the age of 16 he had been cut in the face, stabbed, and shot at more times than he'd had birthday parties. In Bullets and Butterflies, Karl shares how he rejected the shocking violence in his past to become one of the most inspiring young voices in the country.
    Let Karl introduce you to the 'hidden alumni' and his vision for the future as he lays out his manifesto for change.
    Captivating, thought-provoking and unexpected, you should probably listen to this...
    3 min
  • LONG SHADOWS: ELIZABETH CAGE 3 by Jodi Taylor, read by Zara Ramm - Audiobook Extract
    BOOK 3 IN THE GRIPPING SUPERNATURAL SERIES BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF ST MARY'S
    I don't know who I am. I don't know what I am.
    The identity of Elizabeth Cage has always been a mystery. Even she doesn't know who, or what, she is. But she's learned to live with it.
    Until now, when what should have been a peaceful holiday turns into anything but, and Elizabeth is forced to recognise that she isn't what she seems.
    But neither is anyone else. Has her whole life been a lie?
    Someone very badly wants to know the truth about Elizabeth Cage. And they'll do anything to find out. But who will live to regret it?
    Twisty, dark and incredibly gripping, the Elizabeth Cage novels are perfect for fans of Sarah Painter and Genevieve Cogman.
    5 min
  • LONG SHADOWS: ELIZABETH CAGE 3 by Jodi Taylor, read by Zara Ramm - Audiobook Extract
    BOOK 3 IN THE GRIPPING SUPERNATURAL SERIES BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF ST MARY'S
    I don't know who I am. I don't know what I am.
    The identity of Elizabeth Cage has always been a mystery. Even she doesn't know who, or what, she is. But she's learned to live with it.
    Until now, when what should have been a peaceful holiday turns into anything but, and Elizabeth is forced to recognise that she isn't what she seems.
    But neither is anyone else. Has her whole life been a lie?
    Someone very badly wants to know the truth about Elizabeth Cage. And they'll do anything to find out. But who will live to regret it?
    Twisty, dark and incredibly gripping, the Elizabeth Cage novels are perfect for fans of Sarah Painter and Genevieve Cogman.
    5 min
  • LONG SHADOWS: ELIZABETH CAGE 3 by Jodi Taylor, read by Zara Ramm - Audiobook Extract
    BOOK 3 IN THE GRIPPING SUPERNATURAL SERIES BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF ST MARY'S
    I don't know who I am. I don't know what I am.
    The identity of Elizabeth Cage has always been a mystery. Even she doesn't know who, or what, she is. But she's learned to live with it.
    Until now, when what should have been a peaceful holiday turns into anything but, and Elizabeth is forced to recognise that she isn't what she seems.
    But neither is anyone else. Has her whole life been a lie?
    Someone very badly wants to know the truth about Elizabeth Cage. And they'll do anything to find out. But who will live to regret it?
    Twisty, dark and incredibly gripping, the Elizabeth Cage novels are perfect for fans of Sarah Painter and Genevieve Cogman.
    Readers love Jodi Taylor:
    'Jodi Taylor does brilliant, strong female heroes, and Elizabeth follows on from Max in the St Mary's series'
    'I look forward to another adventure with this quirky and perfectly matched pair'
    'Hold on to your seat and close your eyes if you dare!'
    'Gripping and full of curious plot turns'
    'An on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller where no assumptions can be made'
    4 min
  • LONG SHADOWS: ELIZABETH CAGE 3 by Jodi Taylor, read by Zara Ramm - Audiobook Extract
    BOOK 3 IN THE GRIPPING SUPERNATURAL SERIES BY THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE CHRONICLES OF ST MARY'S
    I don't know who I am. I don't know what I am.
    The identity of Elizabeth Cage has always been a mystery. Even she doesn't know who, or what, she is. But she's learned to live with it.
    Until now, when what should have been a peaceful holiday turns into anything but, and Elizabeth is forced to recognise that she isn't what she seems.
    But neither is anyone else. Has her whole life been a lie?
    Someone very badly wants to know the truth about Elizabeth Cage. And they'll do anything to find out. But who will live to regret it?
    Twisty, dark and incredibly gripping, the Elizabeth Cage novels are perfect for fans of Sarah Painter and Genevieve Cogman.
    Readers love Jodi Taylor:
    'Jodi Taylor does brilliant, strong female heroes, and Elizabeth follows on from Max in the St Mary's series'
    'I look forward to another adventure with this quirky and perfectly matched pair'
    'Hold on to your seat and close your eyes if you dare!'
    'Gripping and full of curious plot turns'
    'An on-the-edge-of-your-seat thriller where no assumptions can be made'
    4 min
  • THE MEMORY BOX by Kathryn Hughes, read by Rachel Atkins - audiobook extract
    A heartbreakingly beautiful novel, The Memory Box unlocks an unforgettable epic story of love and war, from the million-copy-selling author of The Letter, Kathryn Hughes. If you adored The Nightingale, The Tuscan Contessa or My Name is Eva, this is the book for you.
    Some love stories can't be forgotten...
    Jenny Tanner opens the box she has cherished for decades. Contained within are her most precious mementoes, amongst them a pebble, a carving and a newspaper cutting she can hardly bear to read. But Jenny knows the time is finally here. After the war, in a mountainside village in Italy, she left behind a piece of her heart. However painful, she must return to Cinque Alberi. And lay the past to rest.
    After a troubled upbringing, Candice Barnes dreams of a future with the love of her life - but is he the man she believes him to be? When Candice is given the opportunity to travel to Italy with Jenny, she is unaware the trip will open her eyes to the truth she's been too afraid to face. Could a place of goodbyes help her make a brave new beginning?
    7 min

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