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A festive collection of brand new crime stories set against the backdrop of Christmas, written by authors published by Bedford Square. From chilling mysteries hidden beneath twinkling lights, to dark secrets unfolding during the most wonderful time of the year, these tales prove that even the season of goodwill has a dangerous edge...With stories from: - Sara Paretsky - William Boyle - Donna Moore - Sophie Hannah - Hannah Morrissey - Paul Halter - Merle Nygate - Bonnie Burke-Patel - Gay Marris - Paul Waters - Leigh Russell - Samatha Lee Howe - Tony White - Alex Coombs - Hannah King - Nick Triplow - Kay Blythe - James GradyAnd more!

Houdini was quick to grasp the concept of entertainer as brand, where fame was an aim in itself. When others stole his act, he published a book of his handcuff secrets and quickly moved on to more extravagant escapes. He arranged many escapes with local merchants in the towns he visited on tour, in early mass tie-in marketing, and set up challenges with newspapers. He created his own magazine; became the president of Martinka & Co., Americas oldest magic tricks company; served nine successive terms as president of the Society of American Magicians; created his own unique escapes including the Chinese Water Torture and the Milk Can Escape; launched his own film career; and even became the first man to fly in an airplane in Australia. His debunking of fraudulent spiritualists gave him yet another outlet to promote his own fame while pursuing a righteous crusade. Houdini pioneered almost every marketing concept of the 20th century, but didnt live beyond its first quarter, dying on 31 October 1926 in controversial circumstances. This new study, timed for the centenary of his death, explores his unique life and position as both escapologist and marketing extraordinaire.

On the last train of the day London Paddington to Bristol, a young woman drifts into what appears to be a peaceful sleep - only to be discovered dead on arrival. With no sign of violence and no clue to her identity, the case threatens scandal for the Great Western Railway. Detective Inspector Robert Colbeck and Sergeant Victor Leeming are sent to uncover the truth behind the silent corpse. All witnesses agree on one detail: she travelled with a devoted husband who vanished into the night. As the trail leads through railway stations, theatres and dark deception, Colbeck must expose a killer who hides behind superficial charm.

»Writing Juárez« ist eine Reflektion über literarische Darstellungen von aktuellen Gewaltdynamiken an der nordmexikanischen Grenze. Tobias A. Jochum verbindet in seiner Studie feministische Anthropol

»Writing Juárez« ist eine Reflektion über literarische Darstellungen von aktuellen Gewaltdynamiken an der nordmexikanischen Grenze. Tobias A. Jochum verbindet in seiner Studie feministische Anthropol

Bestselling romantic author Tiffany Dare has thousands of adoring fans worldwide. Closer to home, somebody wants her dead and is choosing to send her threats in Christmas cards. With the festive season fast approaching, local amateur sleuth Juno Browne is asked to investigate these seasons greetings that carry anything but good cheer, and while the police focus their attention on stalkers and on-line trolls, Juno suspects the culprit may be a member of Tiffanys inner circle.With a jealous husband, spurned lovers and disgruntled employees, not to mention enraged neighbours, a bitter professional rival and a resentful teenage daughter, Ashburtons snowy landscape holds no shortage of suspects.Then a killer strikes, and all of Junos hopes of a quiet celebration vanish. Will it be a Christmas she will want to forget?

In 1942, the Nazis came for a Jewish family living in Montparnasse, occupied Paris. In the chaos of their arrest, the eleven-year-old daughter fled to the only person she trusted: her piano teacherThe author of the international bestseller, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, returns with a masterful new novel that captures the astonishing bravery of ordinary people in extraordinary times.Inspired by real events and people, The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse tells the story of piano teacher and French Resistance operative, Andree Levallois, and the young girl she risks everything for.With the authorities closing in, Andree and the girl are caught in a desperate race to stay alive. Soon, they are separated, and so starts Andrees fight for survival. She is determined to return and honour her promise to save the girl who has been entrusted to her care.A remarkable story of survival and how love triumphed in that lawless hell. A phenomenonThe Times on The Tattooist of Auschwitz

You havent seen Oma in years. Your mum and dad have kept her away, scared of something that happened when you were too young to remember. But then, they changed their minds. Once a month, they say, you can visit her once a month. And now, here she is: Oma. A stranger. Your grandmother. And she has a story to tell - are you ready?After years of estrangement, a teenager goes to stay with their grandmother. Thus begins a remarkable journey of rediscovery, as each month the grandmother tells the child a new story, linked to the mysteries hidden in their past. As the months pass and the seasons change, the two build a bond that will transform both their lives forever.

There is a need to tell a better story about Britain because bad stories are being told. These are bad in the sense both of doing the historical facts an injustice, and of causing damaging political effects. One bad story currently dominant is one that portrays Britain as a systemically racist country, whose racism is rooted in its colonial history, which was nothing but a litany of worldwide oppression and exploitation. This bad story has real-time political consequences.A Better Story About Britain will counter these stories with a better one more historically honest, more appreciative of the legacy of Britains past, and more hopeful about Britains future.

Based on the 1974 Original Motion Picture with a foreword by Lynne Griffin, the actress who plays Clare Harrison. If this novel doesnt make your skin crawl its on too tight!Silent Night, Evil NightAs winter break starts, a group of sorority sisters begin receiving chilling, anonymous phone calls.When one of the sisters goes missing, and the news reports that a local adolescent girl has been murdered, the joyous holiday season takes a grim turn when it becomes obvious that a serial killer is on the loose.As the women work with the police to trace the number the stranger is calling from, no one realizes just how close he already is.

A historical African-Wild West horror story of supernatural vengeance and terrifying occultic magic from the winner of the Bram Stoker Award for Lifetime Achievement. Two fearsome deities battle each other for the souls of white twins destined to either bring vengeful devastation or salvation to their community in Texas, USA, for a great injustice done to their mother.When Sally-Mae Jenkins is violated and impregnated by the twin scions of a wealthy rancher, shes sent to join the African missionary ship as a widow. Pregnant and terrified, Sally-Mae vows vengeance on all those who abused her and her family.Amara is a young woman with the body and face of an old hag. The village outcast, Amara can eat the diseases ravaging the villagers and cure the most deadly ailments. But her powers drain her youth and her strength and the only help she has is the fearsome entity that claimed her soul, the spirit known as Aja-Mm, the death-giver and physician of the dead.When Sally-Mae arrives in Amaras village, her unborn twins become the focus of both the Python-Goddess, Asata, who wants the twins dead, and Aja-Mm, who wants the twins alive in her service, just like Amara. And suddenly, Sally-Mae finds the boys, with their unearthly and fearsome powers, have become the weapons of her vengeance against the unsuspecting citizens of her home town back in Texas.A gripping tale of supernatural horror, bitter revenge and battling deities, suffused with Onohs trademark thrilling storytelling, wit and dark humor.

Whether you call them mug rugs or coasters, these decorative table savers are fun to make, perfect for gifts, and a terrific way to try out different soft craft techniques without investing a lot of time, money, or effort. Since a set is the way to go, youll have learned and mastered a new technique by the time you complete all four. Make the set identical or change each one up a bit for a coordinated appeal, your choice. Start with your favorite technique youll find more than a dozen here from patchwork to fabric weaving or try something completely new! This is the perfect book for creatives looking to land on a crafting technique that suits their style, taste, and skill-level. It lets them dabble before jumping in with both feet.Youll love... Lots of techniques in different soft craft categories More than 30 different projects Easy-to-follow stepped out visuals and written instructions Fun ideas for using scraps, left-over materials, and repurposed textiles

A twisty and colourful retelling of Christina Rossettis Goblin Market that sees changeling Toast navigate the dangerous den of faerie dealers to save her human sister for being framed for murder. Perfect for readers of conniving unscrupulous fairy tale fantasies like After the Forest by Kell Woods and Nine Goblins by T. Kingfisher.Toast is a changeling child whose life has always been for trade. Ever since her goblin parents ripped her away from the human family that raised her, Toast has struggled to find security in the transactional world of the fabled goblin market, where anything can be bought and everything has a price. As a guide for humans that stumble into the Market, shes learned that the fae world is cruel to the unwary.The only fae friend she trusts is the enigmatic Kulm, the ageless guardian whose existence anchors and protects the Market. But when the wayward human Sam stumbles into the Market and Kulm is found murdered, Toast will have to barter harder than ever before. Sam is accused of the murder though Toast knows shes innocent. With the begrudging help of a goblin fruit-addicted artist, a reluctant kelpie, and a fae princess with her own agenda, Toast will traverse the strange, fluid and twisting halls of the Market in search of the rarest commodity amongst the fae: the truth.When the high fae courts take advantage in the power vacuum left by Kulms death, its Toasts home and her strange community that is threatened by stakes greater than one murder. Whats more, the abduction of Sams sister by the high faewhich caused Sam to seek the Market in the first placemakes their role in Kulms death suspect. Exactly what trade are the power-hungry fae scheming? And can any of Toasts market-bound family afford the dangerous cost?Ultimately, when bartering for the very heart of the Market itself, Toast will have to decide where her loyalties lie, the value of a home, and whats not for sale.

The brand-new YA thriller from bestselling, award-winning author Andrew Joseph White a gritty and unapologetic queer coming-of-age suspense, perfect for true crime enthusiasts and Holly Jackson readers.Morgans father is a serial killer. To be exact, Morgans father is Graham Nathaniel Slaughterthe man who brutally murdered fifty-one young women and girls across Washington DCand the day Morgan put him behind bars was the best of his life. Now, all Morgan wants is to survive senior year without flunking out or racking up another assault charge, but thatll be difficult considering the documentary his mother just agreed to. Morgans participation is non-negotiable and comes with rules. Like putting off transition until college. And talking about his father.In a desperate attempt to prove he is nothing like his father, Morgan latches onto his fathers mysterious final victim: a young woman with no name and no family to claim her. Hell figure out who she is. Hell bring her peace, whatever the hell that means.Then new classmate Felicity slams into Morgans life, armed with a switchblade and a life-shattering secret. They know why Morgans testimony never lined up in court. They know Morgan was taught to hurt people. And if Morgan doesnt let them help find this girl, theyll tell everyone. He and Felicity have so much more in common than he can stomach, and the consequences of the truth could destroy them both.

An Ancient Commentary Available for the First Time in English For the first time in English, discover the full text of Theodoret of Cyrrhuss Commentary on Isaiah. As part of the Ancient Christian Texts series, this volume provides a unique look into the biblical interpretation of the early church. Long thought to be lost, this commentary was rediscovered in 1899 and is now accessible in English to scholars, pastors, and students. Theodoret of Cyrrhus (c. 393c. 458) was a significant and sometimes controversial figure in the fifth century church. He played a key role in the controversy between Cyril of Alexandria and his Antiochene opponents following the Council of Ephesus in 431. He is widely credited with helping the opposing sides reach an agreement. Excerpts from Theodorets commentary on Isaiah were included in the two series of Catenae that summarized and circulated ancient Greek commentaries for general use. The full text was thought to have been lost until its rediscovery in its entirety in 1899. This volume features: The full text of Theodoret of Cyrrhuss commentary on Isaiah, previously unavailable to the English-speaking world. Historically significant insights into early church biblical interpretation and commentary. An invaluable resource for scholars, pastors, and students of the patristic era, Old Testament studies, and church history. About the Series Ancient Christian Texts is a collection of new English translations that opens a window into the wisdom of the early church. Many of these full-length commentaries and sermon series by ancient Christian authors are available for the first time in English, providing contemporary readers with the resources they need to study for themselves the key writings of the early church.

The gospel is not meant to make us hyperspiritual. It's meant to make us fully human. Do you love Jesus but struggle to connect your faith to your daily work, hobbies, relationships, and everyday decisions? Many of us havebeen shaped by an understanding of discipleship that's focused primarily on "spiritual things" like reading Scripture, praying, and going to church. We might view the "secular" parts of our lives as neutral at best, or dangerous distractions from what's truly important at worst.You might have questions: Does God care about my work? Are hobbies a waste of time? Does it matter what I eat? Does my body matter as much as my soul? Is it okay for Christians to experience anxiety or depression? Pastor Jeremy Treat understands this disconnect. In Everyday Discipleship, he dismantles the harmful sacred-secular divide that leaves many Christians feeling spiritually compartmentalized, uncertain about how faith applies to ordinary life, and unable to fully enjoy Christ in the entirety of our lives.This practical, transformative book reveals how following Jesus encompasses every sphere of our existence, from the meals we eat to the work we do, from our engagement with technology to our approach to relationships. The included discussion guide helps groups dig deeper and put these ideas into practice. Explore how faith in Jesus shapes the most practical areas of your life:Daily activities like meals, work, rest, and playEngagement with society through technology, art, science, and politicsPersonal matters like the body, mental health, sexuality, and relationshipsTrade a compartmentalized mindset for a holistic understanding of discipleship that is rooted in the good news of Jesus. The mundane, often-overlooked parts of life can become infused with meaning and purpose as you learn to follow Jesus even in those areas. With Everyday Discipleship, begin to fully embrace your ordinary life to the glory of an extraordinary God.

13 original stories of dark fantasy inspired by the classic tales of L. Frank Baum and the land of Oz, from the masters of fantasy and science fiction, including M. R. Carey, Christina Henry and Adrian Tchaikovsky.Journey beyond the yellow brick road, click your heels together and enter the dark heart of the tornado... if you dare.Join the award-winning Marie ORegan & Paul Kane as they bring together some of genre fictions bestselling and acclaimed authors as they explore the wild imagination of L. Frank Baum and his wonderful Land of Oz.Featuring stories by Simon R. Green Caitin Rozakis Louise Carey Adrian Tchaikovsky Ian Whates M. R. Carey Paul Magrs Delilah S. Dawson Robert Shearman Stark Holborn Christina Henry Una McCormack Jonathan Maberry

The Pacific Theatre was the setting for some of World War IIs bloodiest battles, and yet much of its history remains untold. As the war in Europe was winding down, fierce Japanese resistance and mounting casualties slowed the US advance toward Japan. The terrible death toll of doctors, medics and corpsmen forced the United States Navy to deploy combat nurses to contested airfields, where they triaged desperately wounded men and evacuated them to safety.In The Flight Nurses War, award-winning historian Leah Garrett traces the lives of eight nurses from their small-town origins to the devastation of Iwo Jima and Okinawa. They risked their lives on rickety, unpressurized aircraft and braved constant enemy assaults. As the battles intensified, Army nurses were also deployed to hospital ships and the infantry front-line, where they endured disease, snipers, and Kamikazes. Successfully evacuating thousands of wounded men from danger, the combat nurses freed up troops to secure both islands and help win the war.Uncovering an extraordinary story of Second World War heroism, The Flight Nurses War powerfully brings to life the remarkable women who risked everything to save lives and assure Allied victory.

What we put on our plates is one of the simplest ways to improve our short-term and long-term health, but with so much contradictory advice out there, it can feel overwhelming. Renowned Stanford scientist, Christopher Gardner, has been researching nutrition for over 20 years and in Food Sense he shows you where there is genuine scientific consensus so you can discern fact from fads and ignore the health food marketing hype. From weight loss to protein, ultra-processed foods, seed oils, GMOs and fermented foods, this definitive and myth-busting guide answers all your nutrition questions in one place.At the heart of the book is a flexible framework built around vegetables and whole foods, minimizing added sugars and refined grains, while making room for pleasure, culture and personal values. With practical insights, motivating science and approachable recipes, Food Sense empowers readers to take control of their food choices, enjoy what they eat and build habits that last.

We cant look out for the land unless we love the land, and we cant love the land unless we know its stories.Taffy Thomas MBEThis book is the third in a trilogy of nature-inspired volumes of folk tales by well-loved storyteller Taffy Thomas. Collected over many years spent travelling the length and breadth of the British Isles in his work as a professional storyteller, and told in his well-honed style, these traditional tales are engaging, entertaining, humorous and powerful. With captivating illustrations and a centre section of illustrated trails, this collection will reconnect readers to the land through story.