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  Enough Is Enuf - Our Failed...

  Gabe Henry

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  A brief and humorous 500-year history of the Simplified Spelling Movement from advocates like Ben Franklin, C. S. Lewis, and Mark Twain to texts and Twitter. 
  Why does the G in George sound different from the G in gorge? Why does C begin both case and cease? And why is it funny when a philologist faints, but not polight to laf about it? Anyone who has ever had the misfortune to write in English has, at one time or another, struggled with its spelling. 
  So why do we continue to use it? If our system of writing words is so tragically inconsistent, why haven’t we standardized it, phoneticized it, brought it into line? How many brave linguists have ever had the courage to state, in a declaration of phonetic revolt: “Enough is enuf”?  
  The answer: many. In the comic annals of linguistic history, legions of rebel wordsmiths have died on the hill of spelling reform, risking their reputations to bring English into the realm of the rational. This book is about them: Mark Twain, Ben Franklin, Eliza Burnz, C. S. Lewis, George Bernard Shaw, Charles Darwin, and the innumerable others on both sides of the Atlantic who, for a time in their life, became fanatically occupied with writing thru instead of through, tho for though, laf for laugh, beleev for believe, and dawter for daughter (and tried futilely to get everyone around them to do it too).  
  Henry takes his humorous and informative chronicle right up to today as the language seems to naturally be simplifying to fit the needs of our changing world thanks to technology—from texting to Twitter and emojis, the Simplified Spelling Movement may finally be having its day. 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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  The Diary of a Nobody

  George Grossmith, Weedon Grossmith

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  This “jewel at the heart of English comic literature” chronicles the daily fortunes and misfortunes of a middle-age, middle-class clerk (William Trevor, The Mail on Sunday).   Since its original publication in 1892, The Diary of a Nobody has become a much-loved classic. It is a fictional man’s dissection of the everyday drama of his life as an office worker in a London firm. With dry wit, the authors step into the character of Charles Pooter as he navigates work life with not-so-respectful young coworkers and family life with his charming wife, Carrie, and impetuous son, Lupin. From home repairs gone wrong (painting the tub red), to the comings and goings of his friends Cummings and Gowings, Pooter painstakingly shares intimate details of his existence, with the (not completely absurd) hope of maybe someday having his memoir published. An ongoing tally of the good jokes he makes shares space with descriptions of grievous insults to his person, party mishaps, the annoying behavior of everyone around him, and Lupin’s on-again off-again employment and engagement status. The Diary of a Nobody gives everyone a reason to laugh—and recognize themselves in Pooter’s droll prose.  “The funniest book in the world.” —Evelyn Waugh, author of Brideshead Revisited  “There’s a universality about Pooter that touches everybody . . . [he] fits into the tradition of absurd humour that the British do well, which started with Jonathan Swift and runs through Lewis Carroll and Edward Lear to Monty Python.” —Jasper Fforde, Time Out  “Pooter himself is as gentle as you could wish, a wonderful character, genuinely lovable. The book is beautifully constructed.” —Andrew Davies, The Herald

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  Falling For You: A heartwarming...

  Portia MacIntosh

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  'A really lovely, romantic read… Will have you smiling, laughing and crying' Reader reviewer, ★★★★★ 
  Lily Holmes is ready for a fresh start. And there’s no better place to begin again than the idyllic seaside town of Marram Bay. 
  All Lily wants to do is concentrate on making her new deli a success and ensuring her son’s happiness. Not focusing on the postcard creeping out of her handbag, and definitely not on finding a new man in her life! 
  But this isn’t going to be as easy as she first thought. The town is in uproar about the city girl who’s dared to join them and she’s fighting a battle at every turn. 
  Perhaps with a little help from the gorgeous cider farmer next door, she may be able to win them over, but her past secrets threaten to ruin everything …Praise for Portia MacIntosh 
  'Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.' Shari Low 
  'I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin 
  'The queen of rom com!' Rebecca Raisin 
  ‘This book made me laugh and kept me turning the pages.' Mandy BaggotReaders LOVE Falling For You: 
  'Another warm and witty read perfect to curl up on the sofa and immerse yourself in. I love the Macintosh style!' ★★★★★ 
  'Ohhhhhh my goodness me…I was gripped… made me laugh out loud… I LOVED every single thing about this… I had to wipe a stray tear from my eye when I reached the end… Such a hilarious, unique, refreshingly brilliant, and addictive read' ★★★★★ 
  'Warm and witty… Perfect to curl up on the sofa and immerse yourself in!' ★★★★★ 
  'I have enjoyed Portia Macintosh stories so much I've read 3 of her books in 1 week'★★★★★ 
  'Absolutely loved this book! Characters I warmed to immediately'★★★★★ 
  'As always a really funny read'★★★★★ 
  Previously published as Summer Secrets at the Apple Blossom Deli. 
  Fall headfirst into a contemporary romance novel where comedy and a humorous, romantic story collide as a mother tries to keep her past from wrecking her future. It’s the kind of holiday fiction you’ll devour in one sitting, then immediately search for a sequel in the series. 
  For fans of Phoebe Macleod (Love, Accidentally), Heidi Swain (All Wrapped Up), Jill Mansell (The Wedding of the Year), Jessica Redland (Sunshine After the Rain), and Leonie Mack (In Italy for Love). 
  HarperCollins 2025

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  Holland My Heart - A slow-burn...

  Jennifer J. Coldwater

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  You know those stress inventories where you check off life's biggest disasters? Yeah, I've lost count. 
  In just one year, I lost my husband (and his brother), sold our home, moved across the country, quit my job, and watched my sister-in-law, who also happens to be my best friend, move away. So, here I am—twenty-seven, an MBA with no job, and a heart held together by sheer willpower. 
  And that's when Naomi, my mother-in-law, who also happens to be my best friend, introduces me to Kai Ipu. He's her oldest and dearest friend, a ridiculously successful, devastatingly handsome Black-Samoan CEO who built a corporate consulting firm from the ground up. He's older, brilliant, and way out of my league. So, obviously, I don't have to worry about falling for him, right? 
  Then he offers me a job. And I never back down from a challenge. 
  Loosely inspired by the Book of Ruth, Holland, My Heart is a full-length (7 hours, 46 minutes) contemporary romance about love after loss, second chances, and figuring out what comes next when your whole life falls apart. With sharp banter, f-bombs from Kai, a drunken confession of adoration, and just the right amount of spice, this slow-burn, witty standalone romance is perfect for fans of heartfelt, character-driven love stories.

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  Hot Desk: Escape with the...

  Zara Stoneley

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  Same desk, different days.A post-it note is just the beginning…  
  A must read for fans of Beth O’Leary, Mhairi McFarlane and Sophie Kinsella! 
  Alice loves her job and wants to keep it – whatever the price. But then she’s told the company is switching to flexible working and hot desking…Alice’s desk might look a mess, but she knows exactly where everything is. Or she did. Until she found out she’s going to share it with the most annoying guy in the office. 
    
  Jamie can work from anywhere. He’s quite happy to sweep his work life into a box at the end of the working day. But can sharing a desk with Alice be as much fun as teasing her in person? 
    
  With no option but to try it and see, will their relationship turn into open warfare or will it ever progress beyond a post-it note?Readers can’t get enough of Hot Desk: 
  ‘Hard to put down so be prepared to binge this book’ Jess 
  ‘A mix of Bridget Jones in 2021 experiencing a hybrid work environment…the perfect light-hearted read’ Estella 
  ‘Slow burn at it’s best…I enjoyed it immensely’ Emily 
  ‘What a fun read!…a lot of funny post-it notes lead to romance’ Janelle 
  ‘Quick and entertaining read, that once you start, you won’t be able to tear yourself away from’ Laura 
  ‘It brought me out of the slump! I couldn’t put this down and really enjoyed the story…100% recommend this to romance fans’ Georgia 
  ‘This book was funny, heartwarming and poignant and also shows that the best things in life are worth waiting for’ Helen 
  ‘An addictive and enjoyable read…Beautiful dialogue, real character growth and a genuinely sweet story about characters you will grow to genuinely care about’ Rubie 
  In this top-rated contemporary fiction, Alice and Jamie's humorous and romantic journey in their urban workplace is a comedy of errors. Their shared desk becomes a battlefield of wits, a testament to the modern, flexible work environment. 
  For fans of Phoebe Macleod (Love, Accidentally), Heidi Swain (All Wrapped Up), Sophie Ranald (Not in a Million Years), Jill Mansell (The Wedding of the Year), and Cathy Bramley (The Sunrise Sisterhood).

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  The Spark

  Jules Wake

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  The perfect uplifting romcom for fans of Sophie Kinsella, Beth O’Leary and Lindsey Kelk! 
  Jess is falling for Sam. 
  Sam is falling for Jess. 
  But it seems life will do whatever it takes to make them fall apart. 
  When Jess and Sam lock eyes at a party, a spark ignites. The spark. But love at first sight isn’t like the movies, especially when Sam’s ex, Victoria, is determined to make their honeymoon period a living hell. 
  Is love at first sight enough?Readers can’t get enough of The Spark: 
  ‘If I could give this book more stars I would…My number 1 read so far this year’ Lisa-Marie 
  ‘Aw man aw man aw man…This book is the best feel good contemporary romance I've read in a while…Had me screaming at the plot twist’ Tyler 
  ‘The perfect romantic comedy…Uplifting and makes you warm and fuzzy’ Zoe 
  ‘I loved this book! I couldn't put it down until I had finished it and that doesn't happen very often…a romance you will be rooting for from start to finish’ Pamela 
  ‘I absolutely loved this!! Definitely a book for fans of Sophie Kinsella and also for fans of The Flat Share and The Switch’ Nicola 
  ‘My first book by this author and won't be my last…A fab romcom read and the perfect pick me up in the current times’ Helen 
  ‘I finished this adorable romance in a single day…a great escapist read that has lots of chemistry and a strong, independent, female lead’ Raven 
  ‘This book drew me in from the very first page and I couldn't put it down…Thoughtful, truthful, heartbreaking, and heartwarming’ Sandra 
  ‘This is my first Jules Wake read and certainly will not be my last, what a breath of fresh air this was!’ Lucy 
  ‘This uplifting book had me up all night turning those pages, and boy was it worth the bags under my eyes this morning’ Margaret 
  ‘This author is becoming one of my favourite authors!…I was genuinely sad to finish this book and could have started it all over again! ’ Sharon 
  Jules Wake's The Spark is a top-notch fiction that takes you on a humorous and emotional roller coaster ride. This holiday season, immerse yourself in a love story that is as uplifting as it is compelling. 
  For fans of Jennifer Probst (Save the Best for Last), Adriana Trigiani (The Good Left Undone), Gillian Harvey (The French House Share), Heidi Swain (All Wrapped Up), and Cathy Bramley (The Sunrise Sisterhood).

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