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The Rest Is Noise Series: Zero Hour
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This is a chapter from Alex Ross’s groundbreaking history of twentieth-century classical music, ‘The Rest is Noise’. Further extracts are available as digital shorts, accompanying the London Southbank festival programme. Following the Allied victory, all over Europe, young people were emerging from the rubble into adulthood – amongst them, leading figures of the post-war musical scene. They would be indelibly marked by their teenage experiences, their memories colouring their compositions. Now a major festival running throughout 2013 at London’s Southbank, The Rest is Noise is an intricate commentary not just on the sounds that defined the century, but on art’s troublesome dance with politics, social and cultural change. Alex Ross is the New Yorker’s music critic, and the winner of the Guardian First Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award for The Rest is Noise, which was also shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson and Pulitzer prizes for non-fiction.
The Rest Is Noise Series: Brave New World
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This is a chapter from Alex Ross’s groundbreaking history of twentieth-century classical music, ‘The Rest is Noise’. Further extracts are available as digital shorts, accompanying the London Southbank festival programme. The Cold War breaks out and music explodes into a pandemonium of revolutions, counterrevolutions, theories, polemics, alliances,and party splits. The language of modern music is reinvented. This short ebook looks at some of the extraordinary compositions of this period. Now a major festival running throughout 2013 at London’s Southbank, The Rest is Noise is an intricate commentary not just on the sounds that defined the century, but on art’s troublesome dance with politics, social and cultural change. Alex Ross is the New Yorker’s music critic, and the winner of the Guardian First Book Award and the National Book Critics Circle Award for The Rest is Noise, which was also shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson and Pulitzer prizes for non-fiction.
Some Kind of Wonderful (Puffin Island trilogy, Book 2)
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Her whole life, Puffin Islander Brittany Forrest has dreamed of adventure. And at the age of eighteen, she thought she’d found it in bad boy Zachary Flynn. But after just ten tempestuous, smouldering days, their whirlwind marriage went up in smoke, and Brittany resolved to put him out of her mind forever. Zach knows he let Brittany down, but being back on Puffin Island and seeing Brittany again stirs up long-buried emotions. This daredevil pilot has never felt worthy of her, yet he can’t stay away—even when he knows the chemistry between them will only complicate his life. As long, hot summer days on the beach dissolve into sultry, starry nights, Brittany and Zach find that the sparks between them are more powerful than ever. Could it be that the second time around, their dreams of a happy-ever-after will finally come true? Fall in love with the all new Puffin Island series from Sarah Morgan, the bestselling author who brought you Sleigh Bells in the Snow: Book 1 - First Time in Forever - Out Now! Book 2 - Some Kind of Wonderful - Out Now! Book 3 - Christmas Ever After - October 2015
The Billionaire's Innocent - Part 2 (Mills & Boon M&B) (The Forbidden Series, Bo
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The Forbidden Series: billionaires who can look, but shouldn't touch! In Part Two of The Billionaire's Innocent, Nora Grant has been in love with Zair al Ruyi since she was a teenager. But does she really know him? Is he the proper gentleman she sees in New York or the domineering playboy she met on the yacht? Her heart says one thing; her head says another. Nora wants desperately to believe Zair is also acting—but what if he isn't?
The Thirty List
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Everyone has one. That list. The things you were supposed to do before you turn thirty. Jobless, broke and getting a divorce, Rachel isn’t exactly living up to her own expectations. And moving into grumpy single dad Patrick’s box room is just the soggy icing on top of her dreaded thirtieth birthday cake. Eternal list-maker Rachel has a plan – an all new set of challenges to help her get over her divorce and out into the world again – from tango dancing to sushi making to stand-up comedy. But as Patrick helps her cross off each task, Rachel faces something even harder: learning to live – and love – without a checklist. Praise for The Thirty List 'A fresh new voice in romantic fiction' – Marie Claire 'Warm, witty and lots of fun - a fantastic new voice in women's fiction' – Melissa Hill 'There’s a whole “list” of reasons I loved this book – and I know you will too!' – Fabulous magazine
It's Now Or Never
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Do not miss the new romantic and heart-warming story from bestselling author Jill Steeples, perfect for fans of Lucy Diamond, Sophie Kinsella and Fiona Gibson ‘For Jen Faraday - Not to be opened, in any circumstances, until April 2016’ When smooth-talking Alex Fellows tells Jen Faraday he can predict her future – and leaves a note with the bartender for her to collect in one year’s time – she thinks it’s just a line. After all, how can a man she’s known for only one night see what her future holds? Or maybe it’s not too hard. Recently her life has been a series of things she hasn’t done. She didn’t go to college – family trouble. She didn’t get married – dumped. And she hasn’t yet handed in her notice at work – too scared! If she had to predict her own future, would it be ‘More of the same’? Or maybe not. After all, she’s just had a passionate one-night stand with a man who is rich and ridiculously good looking and totally not her type. That was unexpected. And she is going to resign from her job… Things are already changing. Whatever that prediction says – and how Jen wishes she knew - perhaps this year is the year she takes control of her destiny! Praise for Jill Steeples 'Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off by Jill Steeples is a well written and easy to like book.If you are looking for a chick lit with a twist then give this one a read.' - HarlequinJunkie 'So gripping, vivid, enjoyable and fascinating!!!' - Sky's Book Corner on Let's Call the Whole Thing Off 'It was a thoroughly enjoyable read that kept you wanting more.' - A Book and Tea on Let's Call the Whole Thing Off 'Jill is a great writer, she knows how to tell a story. I can’t wait to read more of Jill Steeples.' - Dreaming with Open Eyes
The Chateau
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Can young hearts ease a restless spirit? On the shores of stunning Lake Geneva, Gina Remy is celebrating her brother’s wedding – when the figure of a woman appears hovering above the water, beckoning to her. Ghostly visitations do not happen to Gina - a self-confessed control freak with her own successful property business, she prides herself on being level-headed. But as she is tormented by dreams and visions, her perfect life begins to unravel, and she knows she needs to help this ghost find peace if she’s to get any of her own! Enter Ollie Martin, an Anglo-Swiss property developer who’s sexy as hell and knows it. His arrogance annoys Gina, but he’s the only one who will take her seriously… and the closer they come to understanding the quest the ghost has set for them, the closer they get to one another…
Saving June
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‘With a powerful story, characters that truly come alive, and a romance worth swooning over, Saving June is a fresh, fun, and poignant book that I couldn't tear myself away from.’ – - Kody Keplinger, author of The DUFF If she'd waited less than two weeks, she'd have been June who died in June. But I guess my sister didn’t consider that. When sixteen-year-old Harper’s sister June, the perfect, popular, pretty one to Harper’s also-ran, commits suicide just before her high school graduation, nothing in Harper’s world makes sense anymore. With her family falling apart, Harper has a plan – steal June’s ashes and take her sister to the one place she always wanted to go: California. Embarking on a wild road trip of impromptu gigs and stolen kisses with mysterious musician Jake, the one person who could hold answers about June, Harper’s determined to find peace for her sister. But will she find peace for herself along the way? Praise for Hannah Harrington ‘fresh, fun and poignant’ - Kody Keplinger ‘tender, funny and moving’ - Courtney Summers ‘raw, powerful, and absolutely spot-on’ - YA Reads.com
Never Always Sometimes
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Never date your best friend Always be original Sometimes rules are meant to be broken. Best friends Dave and Julia were determined to never be clichés so they even wrote their own Never List of everything they vowed they’d never, ever do in high school. Some of the rules have been easy to follow; But Dave has a secret: he’s broken rule #8, never pine silently after someone for the entirety of high school. It’s either that or break rule #10, never date your best friend. Dave has loved Julia for as long as he can remember. So when she suggests they do every Never on the list, Dave is happy to play along. He even dyes his hair an unfortunate shade of green. It starts as a joke, but then a funny thing happens: Dave and Julia discover they’ve actually been missing out on high school And maybe even on love. Praise for Adi Alsaid 'Reminiscent of John Green’s Paper Towns' - School Library Journal 'Balances both the quirky fun and the harsh realities of adolescence’ - Entertainment Weekly ‘Let's Get Lost is an absorbing, beautiful novel we all need in our lives. Phenomenal!’- Pretty Little Memoirs 'a sweet tale with real heart – get in early before the rest of the reading world catches up’- Heat 'For readers of John Green' - Fresh Fiction
The Lost Princes: Darius, Cassius & Monte: Secret Prince, Instant Daddy! / Sing
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Secret Prince, Instant Daddy! David Dykstra is determined to claim his rightful place as Prince Darius of Ambria, until Ayme shows up, identifying him as the father of her sister’s baby… David’s journey to becoming prince isn’t going to be simple! Single Father, Surprise Prince! Kelly Vrosis has a bombshell for soldier and single dad Joe Tanner…he’s the lost Prince Cassius of Ambria. She wanted to tell him and get out – falling for Joe wasn’t on the cards… Crown Prince, Pregnant Bride! Innocent Pellea couldn’t forget her time in Monte DeAngelis’s arms, even when she was promised against her will to his enemy. For Pellea had a secret…she was pregnant with the Prince of Ambria’s baby!
A Mother's Secret (Mills & Boon Medical)
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After a spectacularly public custody battle for her precious daughter, Isla, Dr Gemma Halliday is determined that their new life on the Isle of Arran will be safe, secure and – for Gemma – single! Except sexy island bachelor Dr Logan Scott quickly breaks down all her resolve… But when her deepest secret comes to light, will Logan be the one man to stay by her side?
Strange Bedfellows Part 3 (36 Hours, Book 6)
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36 Hours Serial As a devastating summer storm hits Grand Springs, Colorado, the next thirty-six hours will change the town and its residents forever…. Strange Bedfellows Part 3: Sworn enemies Cassandra Mercer and Sean Frame become more than friends when they’re trapped inside her car by a dangerous mudslide. The differences that flared into debates at school council meetings have become personal, as Cassandra gets closer to Sean and his son Jason. She sees Jason’s love for his dad, and knows she must find a way for Sean to see it too. And Sean is seeing something new in Cassandra. Ever since their night together, he’s realized, her crusade for her students comes from true caring. Maybe she can give Jason the stability he needs, and a reason for Sean to open up his heart. Don't miss the next story in this ongoing series, Ooh Baby, Baby by Diana Whitney.
The Last Good Knight Part II: Sore Spots (Mills & Boon Spice) (The Original Sinn
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With a potential stalker on the loose, Kingsley hires Lance as Nora’s bodyguard, but stipulates no sex while he’s on duty. Frustrated by the ex-SEAL’s noble chivalry, Nora is driven to seek release with the one man she’s trying to forget…
The Bodyguard (Mills & Boon Intrigue)
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Caroline Ashton’s perfect marriage was a sham. When she stumbles upon the body of her husband, she’s confronted with fears beyond anything she ever imagined. Her personal bodyguard, Luke Dawson, is the only man she can trust – one who’ll stop at nothing to see she never suffers again…
Marriage by Contract Part 2 (36 Hours, Book 23)
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36 Hours Serial As a devastating summer storm hits Grand Springs, Colorado, the next thirty-six hours will change the town and its residents forever…. Marriage by Contract Part 2 When baby Christopher was born that stormy June night, he had two mothers–Annie, the troubled young woman who gave him life, and Bethany, the loving nurse who promised Annie she'd take care of him. And now that Bethany's proposed a marriage of convenience to Tony, Christopher may have an instant family. Tony's having second thoughts about the wedding since Bethany confessed her secret. It shouldn't make a difference–their marriage is supposed to be temporary anyway. But he's finding it harder to imagine a future without her. What dreams must he give up to make the marriage work? The story concludes in .Marriage by Contract Part 3.
Sleep: The secret to sleeping well and waking refreshed (Collins Need to Know?)
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This book provides an excellent, thorough and practical approach to dealing with sleep problems' from the Foreword by Dr Chris Idzikowski, Chairman, British Sleep Society, 1995-7 Difficulty with sleeping is one of the most common complaints that people make to their GP. In this well-researched handbook, Brenda O'Hanlon gives a clear explanation of sleep, how much we actually need, and of common sleep disorders. She gives practical advice on how to get a better night's sleep, what help is available, and discusses the proven benefits of complementary medicines and therapies. 'Sleep: The CommonSense Approach' is packed with sensible guidance and information, and also includes lists of useful addresses and further reading. It is a must for anyone who finds that a good night's sleep is hard to come by. Other titles in the series The Common Sense Approach 'Stress' , 'Pregnancy' , 'Headaches' , 'Addiction' , 'Men's Health' and 'Depression'. Other books by Brenda O'Hanlon Stress - The Common Sense Approach.
Melting the M.D. (Fast Fiction)
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Fast Fiction Romantic - short stories with a Happy Ever After All Meg Nichols needed to prove herself as an event planner was for this weekend's society wedding in the Texas Hill Country to go smoothly. Then things started to go wrong. The maid of honor's tan turned a very unnatural shade of orange. The best man had a skiing accident and broke his leg. And his replacement was none other than her ex-boyfriend!
Spellbound (Fast Fiction)
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Fast Fiction Hot - short, sexy reads Kelsey Quinn was well aware she was different, coming from a long line of powerful witches. But that didn't mean the new sheriff, Will Ross, had a right to run her out of town. Kelsey was prepared to fight. Only Will seemed more interested in her than in driving her away. But was his spell making her blind to Will's true motives?
Tempted by the Border Captain (Fast Fiction)
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Lady-in-Waiting Mary Betoun knows her future would be secured not by a husband, but by keeping the queen happy. When Mary must prepare a remote castle along the Scottish Borders for the queen's visit, the castle's charming captain, Jamie Davison, is all too happy to help… But Jamie's nearness makes Mary think anything but innocent thoughts…
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Sunrise in New York (The Starlight Diner Series, Book 2)
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The smart second novel in the Starlight Diner series ‘Fresh, original and addictive’ PHILLIPA ASHLEY What brings Bonnie Brooks to The Starlight Diner? And why is she on the run? As the front-woman in a band, Bonnie is used to being in the spotlight, but now she must hide in the shadows. Bonnie only has one person who she can turn to: her friend Esther Knight, who waitresses at the Fifties-themed diner. There, retro songs play on the jukebox as fries and sundaes are served to satisfied customers. But where has Esther gone? Alone in New York City, Bonnie breaks down in front of arrogant news reporter, and diner regular, Jimmy Boyle. Jimmy offers to help her. Can she trust him? When the kindly owner of the Starlight Diner offers Bonnie work, and she meets charming security officer Nick Moloney, she dares to hope that her luck has changed. Is there a blossoming romance on the cards? And can Bonnie rebuild her life with the help of her Starlight Diner friends?
