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In the dozy Danish provinces, death hides among the dusty bricabracThe elderly volunteers at the second-hand shop keep dropping dead. Heart attacks. Strokes. A simple case of old age, say the police. Sad but inevitable.Newly retired Mrs Mortensen begs to differ. This "Danish Miss Marple" and her dachshund, Mortensen III, sniff a sinister pattern.Sharptongued, sharpeyed, and fueled by justice and cake, Mrs Mortensen launches her own probe, stirring gossip, grudges, and small-town spats. The deeper she digs, the surer she gets... someones picking off shop volunteers, one "oops" at a time.Can this tea-spiller out-sleuth a sly slayer before she (or Mortensen III) becomes the next "accidental" casualty?Forget Scandi Noir: this is hygge homicide with a giggle. Perfect for fans of cheeky whodunnits, Scandinavian mysteries and Hannah Hendys "The Dinner Lady Detectives".

First published in 1973 and swiftly banned, John BrodericksAn Apology for Roses returns as one of the most audacious portraits of provincial Ireland ever written. Set in a midlands town where respectability masks obsession, corruption and thwarted desire, the novel follows the intersecting lives of Marie Fogarty clever, restless, dangerously sure of her own charm and Father Tom Moran, the charismatic curate drawn into her orbit. Around them spin the claustrophobic rituals of family, gossip, religion and commerce: suffocating drawingrooms heated to excess, whispered devotions, clandestine meetings in lakeside chalets, nights of hunger, fear, exhilaration and betrayal.Broderick exposes the hypocrisies of Irish Catholic life with wit, psychological acuity and a fearless eye for the erotic and the grotesque. A novel banned in its own time for its frankness, An Apology for Roses stands now as a darkly glittering masterpiece, bold, unsettling, and unforgettably alive.

Long overlooked but now recognised as a quietly radical masterpiece, The Waking of Willie Ryan reveals John Broderick as one of the most incisive chroniclers of midcentury Ireland. Set in a midlands town where beauty and brutality uneasily coexist, the novel follows the return of Willie Ryan once scapegoated for his relationships with men, institutionalised, and written out of local memory who comes home to die and, in doing so, unsettles the pieties that once destroyed him. Brodericks portrait of Willie is unforgettably tender: a gay man whose dignity, vulnerability and refusal to serve expose the hypocrisies of a society built on fear. Through crystalline prose and an unsparing eye, Broderick maps the forces clerical authority, bourgeois respectability, inherited shame that shaped Irish life in the 1960s. A pioneering exploration of queer Irish experience and a devastating critique of provincial cruelty, The Waking of Willie Ryan stands alongside the great modern Irish novels for its moral clarity, elegance, and emotional force.

his cheekbones so beautiful I have to close my eyes in case he blinds meA young man relives the youth he spent in a refuge for wayward boys. In his memories, the forces of faith, power and money dominate this starkly unsettling institution, where not everything is as it seems. The boys call it Gomorrah.Gomorrah is a mirror to the contradictions of 1970s Ulster, a place where violence, control and desire meet. Now, years later, the man must make peace with his past to find his way in the world.Do You Come From Gomorrah? opened at the Abbey Theatre, Dublin, in April 2026.

E se bastasse chiudere gli occhi per tornare nella storia? Questo e quanto accade ai sei protagonisti che, sognando, si ritrovano nellanno della fondazione di Cartagine dove vedranno fondare una citta e da li un regno. Vivranno in prima persona la fondazione del regno e la presa di Babilonia con Alessandro Magno, saranno a Roma con Augusto e saccheggeranno lUrbe prima dei Visigoti di Alarico, tratteranno con Carlo Magno e saranno alla corte di Carlo V dAsburgo. Combatteranno la guerra dei Trentanni e quella dei Sette anni fino alla seconda guerra mondiale a fianco degli alleati. Vedranno con i propri occhi lascesa e la caduta di regni e imperi: un biglietto di viaggio indietro nel tempo.

A wonderful, moving and deeply soulful book about friendship, forgiveness, grief, love .. The best book Ive read in a long time. Gary Lightbody. Snow Patrol.Life-affirming, peculiar, and deeply moving, Hey Man got under my skin and quietly burrowed its way toward my heart and, possibly, my soul. Aingeala Flannery."If all that follows reads like a love story, thats what it was...".Hey Man is the story of Ian and Tommy, whose rich and tender friendship stretches across three fateful decades. Their story begins in 1989, when seventeen-year-old Dubliner Ian finds himself lodging with thirty-year-old actor Tommy in London. A summer of long nights and early mornings leaves an indelible mark on them both. Then, the adventure ends. Tommy vanishes, and Ian is left with the ache of something unfinished. When they meet again in Dublin, fifteen years later, Ian is Brother Eugene, a Benedictine monk searching for meaning in devotion, while Tommy is navigating fame, divorce, and his familiar restlessness. The old spark is there-but so are the questions: what did they mean to each other, and why does it still matter? At Tommys sixtieth birthday, with illness casting its shadow, the truths long buried rise to the surface.Tender and devastating, Hey Man is a meditation on the mysteries of male friendship and the bonds that shape a life. An ode to male friendship-wise, wry, poetic, and deeply moving.

When reporter Martha Strangeways is summoned to investigate the discovery of body parts on a remote railway track, shes drawn into a strange case, as her own past comes back to haunt her The atmospheric, chilling series continuesA taut tale of murder and mutilation you will race to reach the final chapterD. V. BishopQuite literally chilled me to the boneAlison BelshamIntricate. Intriguing. AtmosphericA.G Slatter___________Rituals Secrets A killer who will protect them at any costMartha Strangeways has settled into a quiet life in Strathbran, after the horrific events that traumatised the village a year earlier. But all this is turned upside down when her friend at Glasgow CID, DI Derek Summers, calls on her to help with a disturbing case: a human ear, with an unusual Celtic earring, has been found next to a railway line in the Highlands.And when the body of a young woman wearing matching jewellery turns up at a landmark church shortly after, the mystery deepens. Why has she been laid out in a ritualistic fashion? Does her trek along the little-known Cailleach Way have anything to do with her death? And who is running the Facebook Group where she posted details of her journey to the shrine of the Bone Mother goddess?As Martha tries to unpick the threads, she finds herself entwined with a ghost from her own past, and in conflict with the owner of a project that threatens to destroy the goddesss sacred land.With Halloween approaching, and someone determined to protect the goddess at all costs, can Martha and Summers catch the killer before they strike again and this time much closer to home?___________A gripping thriller steeped in Scottish folklore weaves ancient legend with a tense, modern story that kept me turning the pagesLilja SigurardottirA chilling gothic mystery building to a breathtaking and seriously unnerving climaxEve SmithAnother brilliant offering from a writer fast making a name for herselfMari HannahAbsorbing and terrifying highly recommendedLin AndersonPraise for Crow MoonA bloody good readVal McDermidDark, gothic, and dripping with dread, this spellbinding debut is a triumphC.J. CookeDark, atmospheric and addictiveSunMeets the definition of "eagerly awaited" more than most debutsHerald ScotlandCompelling, atmospheric and unsettling, Crow Moon takes readers on a twist turning thrill of a ride a stylish debut in a series we will all be following!Louise WelshExceptionally atmospheric and excruciatingly tense a belterEmma ChristieA page-turning plot, beautifully realised setting, and characters that are still walking and talking in my head a compassionate and captivating new voiceEmma StylesThe story and its characters feel bound to the landscape The constant presence of crows, watching, listening, gathering and even swooping down to attack, infuses the already sinister atmosphere with a dash of the GothicHerald ScotlandHugely accomplished and extremely creepyTrevor WoodAn extraordinary debut: intriguing, unsettling, heavy on atmosphere and with a formidable leading ladyMari HannahThe most impressive debut Ive read in yearsYrsa Sigurdardottir**Shortlisted for the Val McDermid Debut Award****Shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize**

A life-affirming coming-of-age novel about friendship, family and the bittersweet beauty of growing up!For Billie, summer has already meant Pearl Beach - foaming white waves and lazy mornings, old Aunt Edith and above all, her best friend Andy. But this year, Andy is determined to grow up. Billie wants to change too, but why does growing up feel like losing their friendship forever?Then Aunt Edith gives Billie the diary she kept as a teenager. Inside is a tale of extraordinary survival - of feeling persecution and crossing oceans, of agonizing betrayal and breathtaking first love. Guided by Ediths past, can Billie find the courage to face her own future?Praise for Pearl BeachThis poetic novel flows with lyrical ease Jamila Gavin, author of My Soul, A Shining TreeA delightful coming-of-age verse novel Tia Fisher, author of Crossing the LineA stunning book that perfectly interweaves poetry and history Grainne OBrien, author of Solo

Offers a deliciously readable, frequently funny rundown of some of the institutions most colourful misadventuresSunday IndependentSince it arrived on the airwaves in 1961, RTÉ has been buffeted in different directions, eventually slipping into a steady decline which accelerated over the past decade into a catastrophe.The 2023 revelations regarding secret payments to star presenter Ryan Tubridy werent the first time Irelands national broadcaster has found itself caught up in scandal.Shane Ross, author of #1 bestsellers The Bankers and Mary Lou McDonald, winds back the clock to examine RTEs history of broadcasting excellence alongside the accusations of corruption, waste and ineptitude it has faced along the way.With clarity and wit, Ross rakes over RTEs colourful past while also considering what the future might hold for this once beloved institution.

The popular understanding of the mental load often reduces it down to managing a list of household chores and logistics. Sociologist Leah Ruppanner reveals that for women, mental load actually goes much deeper: its a complex form of emotional labour that requires thinking five steps ahead, keeping relationships intact, creating experiences that keep all members of the family happy and thriving, and more. In Drained, Ruppanner outlines the 8 distinct types of mental load performed across 7 unique stages, highlighting what makes the mental load so uniquely heavy for women. But what if we stop blaming ourselves and instead make practical, impactful changes to our lives to prioritize our energy? With eye-opening, research-based insights, Drained offers a powerful toolkit to help women create richer, less overwhelming lives filled with more meaning and joy.

In The Better Fly Fisher, coach and lifelong angler Allan Sefton shares decades of hands-on experience from fishing rivers, reservoirs and coastal waters across the UK and beyond. Drawing on a deep understanding of fish ecology and teaching others to catch them, youll find thoughtful guidance for becoming a more effective and adaptable angler, whether youre chasing trout in tiny streams, salmon on Highland rivers or bonefish on tropical coral flats.

Absolutely fascinating Dr Julie Smith, author of the #1 Sunday Times bestseller, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?Entrancing David Robson, author of the Sunday Times bestseller The Expectation EffectIllness is not simply a matter of biology. Our thoughts, conscious or otherwise, can make us feel pain or become unwell. If you experienced side effects from your Covid vaccine, the chances are that these were caused by your belief that you would experience them. When a nurse tells you this is going to hurt, it generally does - but perhaps it shouldnt.In this revelatory study, neuroscientist Helen Pilcher explores the hidden impact of the nocebo effect - the placebos evil twin. Medical studies have proven the nocebo effect to cause pain, nausea, paralysis, seizures, and even blindness. The nocebo effect impacts how we grow sick and grow old, explains why people who dont have food allergies have dietary intolerances, and why, during the pandemic, so many teenagers caught tics through social media. From Havana Syndrome to hex deaths, chronic pain and mystery illnesses, this book explains what happens when illness, psychology and society meet - and shows us what we can do to become less ill and more well.

One of Tudor historys rising stars. - Steven Veerapen, author of The Wisest FoolFIVE HUNDRED YEARS AFTER HER DEATH, MARY BOLEYN DESERVES HER STORY TO BE TOLD CORRECTLYMary Boleyn has long been dismissed as the great and infamous whore, her story overshadowed by scandal and myth.But what if everything we thought we knew about her was wrong?Drawing on newly retranslated original sources and rare archival material, Mary Boleyn: The Queens Slandered Sister peels away centuries of rumour to reveal the true Mary Boleyn. Far from the reckless wanton of legend, she emerges as a woman of ambition, resilience, and intelligence. Acclaimed historian Sylvia Barbara Soberton challenges outdated narratives, uncovering the real extent of Marys relationships with Henry VIII and Francis I, her role in the rise and fall of her younger sister Anne, and her life beyond the royal spotlight.This revelatory biography rewrites Mary Boleyns story a must-read for Tudor history enthusiasts.

dis is my home. De only home I have. My whole life. My history here. And de only future I go have is here.September, 1956. As colonial Trinidad marches towards independence, a gentlemans club in downtown Port of Spain is entangled in a different kind of custody battle.Owned by Englishman Mansion, it promises its guests a comfortable environment in which to relax and indulge. But when the impetuous Diamond drifts in, cutting deals and putting lives at risk, the temperature begins to soar: one wrong move and everything could shatter.Martina Lairds debut play Driftwood is a deeply evocative story of self-determination and the search for family and belonging. It was runner-up for the 2024 Verity Bargate Award, and was first performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company at The Other Place, Stratford-upon-Avon, in 2026, before transferring to Kiln Theatre, London, directed by Justin Audibert.A bold and blistering exploration of colonialism and capitalism its funny, provocative and simply impossible to forget Anupama Chandrasekhar, Verity Bargate Award judgeSo vivid you can smell the heat and taste the sweat rich, human and full of vigour Driftwood is a play that captures the imagination and uncovers the past Anthony Lau, Verity Bargate Award judge

From the author of The Doughnut Club, comes a warm, heart-filled story, for every reader who needs help being true to themselves.Max hadnt thought about meeting his donor parent until his mums suggested it. After a tough year starting secondary school, where he was bullied, his confidence has been knocked and hes struggling to enjoy the music he used to love. With a charity concert coming up, the last thing Max wants to do is let down his friends. Maybe meeting his donor, Hari, will help him figure out who he wants to be.Hari is Ellas dad and was a sperm donor before she was born. Shes fine with it, but shes not fine with the idea of sharing him with some other kid shes never met. With her mum working abroad and her best friend starting a different senior school, Ellas dealing with enough change already. Now this decision her dad made in his past is messing with her future and shes not happy.When Max ends up gatecrashing Ellas family weekend, things do not go to plan, and they are both pushed to the edge in more ways than one.Will they stay stuck, or will they find a way to come together and the path to their true selves?Also by Kristina Rahim: The Doughnut Club (Shortlisted for the 2025 Books Are My Bag Readers Award) "Rahim weaves complex matters into a mystery with an absorbing plot, driven by its plucky, warm-hearted heroine" The Telegraph"A poignant, joyful, and warm-hearted celebration of family, friendship, and the things which make us all unique" Simon James Green

Quando uma família se muda para um país estrangeiro, uma doce garotinha ruiva encontra problemas que nunca poderia imaginar. Para fugir das dificuldades, ela quer voltar a seu país natal, onde todas as meninas tinham cabelos vermelhos e brilhantes e ninguem era diferente de ninguem.Mas sera que esse pais realmente existe ou e apenas o sonho de uma criança que ainda esta descobrindo o mundo? Com a ajuda de uma heroina muito especial, ela vai encontrar as respostas que procura e viver as aventuras que lhe permitem aprender, de uma vez por todas, que toda criança tem o direito de ser unica.

"No percurso de duas décadas de escrita reunido nesta coletânea, interioridade e exterioridade se confundem em uma voz poética marcada pelo desejo de compreender a vida na dissonância de estar consig

ESG has evolved into a structural control framework for investment decisions, business models, regulations, and risk management. This international handbook provides an in-depth and practical analysis of the ESG transformation within the real estate industry.The second, completely revised edition illustrates how ESG has evolved from a guidance framework to an operational management tool. It has been expanded to include geographical perspectives and delves deeper into biodiversity, the circular economy, and sustainability reporting. Authors from leading international real estate companies, consultancies, and academic institutions shed light on ESG requirements in national and international contexts.Contents: Comprehensive interdisciplinary analysis of regulations and market trends ESG in a national and international context, including regional market chapters, international contributions, and local specifics of ESG strategies ESG strategies and best practices for implementation in processes and systems Expanded topics include climate protection, biodiversity, the circular economy, and sustainability reporting Interdisciplinary perspectives include approaches from other industries, such as automotive and airports

ESG has evolved into a structural control framework for investment decisions, business models, regulations, and risk management. This international handbook provides an in-depth and practical analysis of the ESG transformation within the real estate industry.The second, completely revised edition illustrates how ESG has evolved from a guidance framework to an operational management tool. It has been expanded to include geographical perspectives and delves deeper into biodiversity, the circular economy, and sustainability reporting. Authors from leading international real estate companies, consultancies, and academic institutions shed light on ESG requirements in national and international contexts.Contents: Comprehensive interdisciplinary analysis of regulations and market trends ESG in a national and international context, including regional market chapters, international contributions, and local specifics of ESG strategies ESG strategies and best practices for implementation in processes and systems Expanded topics include climate protection, biodiversity, the circular economy, and sustainability reporting Interdisciplinary perspectives include approaches from other industries, such as automotive and airports

Negli anni Settanta del Novecento nella piccola Varese accade un fenomeno mai piu replicato nello sport professionistico. Per dieci stagioni di fila la locale squadra di pallacanestro di proprieta di Giovanni Borghi, il capitano dindustria che con il marchio Ignis aveva segnato lepoca del boom economico portando frigoriferi e lavatrici nelle case degli italiani, si qualifica alla finale di Coppa dei Campioni, la massima competizione continentale (oggi Eurolega). Vincendone la meta. Unepopea sportiva che segna generazioni di ragazzini che sognano, negli anni a venire, di tirare a canestro come Bob Morse, saltare come Manuel Raga, passare il pallone come Aldo Ossola e svettare a rimbalzo come Dino Meneghin. Tutto intorno, una provincia in grande trasformazione che sta per incubare i primi vagiti di un movimento destinato a terremotare la Prima Repubblica, partendo proprio da Varese: la Lega Nord di Umberto Bossi.