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I'm Daphne Wood, the bookseller of Castle Combe. My life was peaceful until the best-selling author Gill Holland moved to town. He bought the house next to mine, the late Bettie's place, and became my new neighbour. The girls from the book club envied my luck. I thought so too, until I started seeing the most disturbing things. They didn't know Gill Holland like I did.

Scotland's Story: A History Of Scotland For Boys And Girls is both a history of Scotland as well as delving into some of its legends. Written with younger listeners in mind, it begins with the legend of Prince Gathelus and continues through King George IV (1762 —1830). The author writes, “And here I think I must end, for Scotland has no more a story of her own"

In today’s music landscape, originality is no longer about creating from nothing—it’s about transforming what already exists into something unmistakably your own. The Sampling Playbook is a practical, creator-focused guide designed to help producers, beatmakers, and music enthusiasts master the art of sampling with confidence and creativity. This book goes beyond surface-level techniques and dives into the mindset, workflow, and technical execution behind powerful sample-based production.

When a mysterious blackout strands a luxury yacht at sea, nurse Lena must protect a young boy and lead a fractured crew with no power, no contact, and no idea what caused the silence. Supplies are running out, and someone is watching from the island.

You've woken up in a hospital bed with no memory of who you are or how you came to be hurt. You were in a car accident. You want to tell them that you're an innocent man, that you're not a murderer, but you don't know why you were in the car or where you were going. Then a mysterious woman arrives, offering you a way out of your predicament. All you have to do is trust her.

In a world engineered to steal your attention, Quiet the Noise offers a practical, science-backed roadmap to reclaiming your focus and restoring mental clarity. Samuel Vance breaks down the biology of distraction, the hidden cost of multitasking, and the powerful forces behind the attention economy then provides simple, actionable strategies you can implement immediately.

In Chandrar, the King of Destruction's war with the faltering kingdom of Jecrass has reached a turning point, and a terrible climactic battle awaits. But the knife that cuts through every plot is simply honor. In the north, Ryoka and Fierre are riding the high of their amazing delivery to the Archmage of Izril, but their challenges won't end with one run. They're approaching the realm of Couriers; that means the stakes have never been higher. Monsters below and plots hatched from all sides, from the Circle of Thorns to the dungeon of Liscor, but the greatest story is perhaps one of mercy.

The Mindful Screen is a practical, relatable guide for anyone who feels tethered to their phone and exhausted by constant digital noise. Julian Stokes breaks down the psychology behind screen addiction, from dopamine-driven habit loops to the myth of multitasking, and explains why modern devices are so difficult to put down. Through clear strategies and real-life examples, listeners learn how to audit their screen time, silence notifications, design distraction-free environments, reclaim deep focus, and rebuild meaningful relationships.

Whether you’re a beginner gardener or an experienced grower working with limited space, The Small Garden Pumpkin Guide gives you everything you need to successfully grow flavorful pumpkins in your backyard, raised beds, or compact garden plots. This practical guide walks you step-by-step through the pumpkin growing process—from selecting the best varieties for small spaces to harvesting perfectly ripe pumpkins with rich flavor and strong yields.

The guest list for Brit and Joe’s joint bachelor-bachelorette weekend is small and exclusive: the bride, the groom, the best man, a work friend... and me, the maid of honor. I’ve planned every detail to make this a celebration none of us will ever forget. Expect daytime drinking, poolside lounging — and a White Lie Party designed to help us share all our little secrets. After all, confession is good for the soul... and one of us is hiding something truly killer.

A cycle of victory and horror: the pride of the Kingdom of Thameland. That is the Ravener’s cycle. Over years of study, Alex Roth is finally an archwizard, has overcome the Mark of the Fool, and empowered his friends and companions. Yet their foe is the mightiest they have faced yet: the Ravener itself, now freed from thousands of years of chains and returned to its full strength.

Stay energized, balanced, and healthy—even during the darkest months of the year. Winter can bring more than cold temperatures. Shorter days and reduced sunlight can affect hormones, sleep quality, mood, and overall energy levels. Winter Vitality Guide is a practical and science-informed resource designed to help you maintain strength, focus, and wellness throughout the low-light season.

Lady Eleanor Swift is visiting Dublin with her husband Hugh Seldon and butler Clifford to meet Samuel O’Sullivan, a man who may be able to tell her more about the mysterious disappearance of her parents two decades ago. Deciding they should explore the city a little more, they jump at the chance to visit the world-renowned Finnegan’s brewery. But their taste test of the famous black stout turns deadly when Eleanor spots a body in one of the barrels!

A great war rages throughout the world. It is so devastating that it has pulled in all mythical races. The kingdom of man must put their differences aside if they wish to prevail, especially when demons use the war to their advantage. This is the author's definitive edition with special commentary.

Este libro le enseñará las cosas que realmente necesita para tener éxito: desarrollar buenos hábitos. El libro explica por qué los hábitos son poderosos, cómo los hábitos se convierten en hábitos y cómo reemplazar los malos por los buenos creando así un nuevo "usted" y preparándolo para el éxito. No necesita esas exageradas historias que garantizan el éxito de la noche a la mañana para motivarle a alcanzar niveles más altos. Lo que necesita es desarrollar los mismos hábitos que tienen las personas exitosas para impulsarlo al éxito. Este libro ha sido diseñado y adaptado solo para usted.

In a world of endless notifications, constant scrolling, and digital overload, Janet Clara Cooper: The Art of Digital Minimalism in a Hyper-Connected World offers a refreshing and practical path back to clarity, focus, and intentional living. This book explores how to simplify your digital life without disconnecting from what truly matters. Through thoughtful insights and actionable strategies, listeners will learn how to reduce distractions, set healthy boundaries with technology, and create space for deeper work, meaningful relationships, and mental calm.

Modern cities are evolving into complex, data-driven ecosystems where digital intelligence and physical infrastructure increasingly operate as one interconnected organism. City of Algorithms presents a thoughtful exploration of how real-time data, smart systems, and algorithmic decision-making are reshaping urban life, sustainability, and human experience. Using a Seattle-inspired lens, this book examines the concept of urban metabolism — the continuous flow of energy, resources, information, and human activity that sustains a city's functioning.

Beginning a flower garden is an act of optimism — a quiet decision to collaborate with nature and witness the extraordinary transformation from seed to bloom. New Gardener’s Bloom Guide is a welcoming, practical companion designed specifically for those taking their very first steps into the world of floriculture. Written in an encouraging and accessible voice, this book removes the intimidation often associated with gardening. Complex botanical jargon is replaced with clear, down-to-earth guidance, ensuring that even complete beginners can approach planting with confidence.

What if the lives we didn't live are not losses to mourn, but teachers that deepen the one we have? In The Beautiful Weight of What Might Have Been, Emiliano Martin confronts the quiet haunting of regret—the "ghost ship" of unlived possibilities that lingers in the harbor of our minds. Through psychology, neuroscience, and deeply personal stories, this audiobook reframes regret not as a burden to banish, but as ballast that stabilizes our journey.

Modern homes are often filled with noise, clutter, harsh lighting, and constant stimulation—making it difficult for the mind and body to truly relax. The Calm Home offers a practical approach to creating spaces that support comfort, emotional balance, and sensory ease.