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  A Lickpenny Lover - From their...

  O Henry

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  William Sydney Porter was born on 11th September 1862 in Greensboro, North Carolina. At age 3 his mother died from tuberculosis. From an early age it was clear Porter had a large appetite for reading as he absorbed the world around him. 
  He first attended at a school run by his aunt before enrolling at the Lindsey Street High School and then worked at his uncle’s drugstore and gained a pharmacists’ license in 1881.  
  A persistent cough took him to Texas in the hope that a change of climate would help his symptoms. He took on various types of work, initially from ranch hand and cook and then as varied as pharmacist, draftsman, bank teller and journalist. He also began to write, though for now, purely as a hobby. 
  He was a member of several singing and dramatic groups when he met 17 year old Athol Estes, daughter of a wealthy Austin family. Despite her mother’s objection owing to Athol’s tuberculosis, they began courting and in July 1887, they eloped and soon married. 
  Athol, impressed by his writing, encouraged him to get them published. A job as a draftsman at the Texas General Land Office paid a healthy $100 dollars per month and life was good. 
  But then life turned cruel. His son died a few hours after birth although a daughter, Margaret, came the following year.  His job had to be vacated but another was found at the First National Bank of Austin. The bank operated informally and Porter was careless in keeping the books. He lost that job but began writing for the humourous weekly The Rolling Stone and the Houston Post. Some time later the federal Bank auditors went through his former accounts and he was arrested on charges of embezzlement. 
  Porter fled the day before his trial to Honduras. Holed up for several months he began to write.  Athol had become too ill to travel to meet him and learning that her health was deteriorating he surrendered to the court in February 1897.  Bail was obtained so that he could stay with Athol during her final days.  
  Porter was sentenced to five years at the Ohio Penitentiary in Columbus. His pharmacy qualifications got him the job of night druggist.  His sentence also gave him time to write and publish fourteen short stories. In December 1899 in McClure’s Magazine he published a short story as O Henry.  
  He was released two years early in July 1901, and reunited with Margaret, now 11, in Pittsburgh.  He now began his most prolific period of writing; a short story per week for the New York World, while also publishing works in other magazines.  Eventually over 600 of his short stories were published. 
  Porter was a heavy drinker and in 1908 his health, which had deteriorated for several years, took a dramatic turn for the worse, as did his writing.  
  O Henry died of cirrhosis of the liver complicated by diabetes and an enlarged heart on 5th June 1910.

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  Dreamspinner S01E10

  Rachna Mahadevan

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  Phoenix
  When bones turn to ashes, it is only the Phoenix that rises and is reborn. The fires all around burn wild - who burns and who shall soar?

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  Finding a Christmas Home

  Lee Tobin McClain

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  As the new guardian to her twin nieces, Hannah Antonicelli is determined to keep her promise to her late sister—that she’ll never reveal the identity of their father. But when the girls’ uncle, Luke Hutchenson, moves in next door and takes a job where Hannah works, the truth threatens their growing connection. How can she keep the secret when she can’t even guard her own heart?

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  The Cornish Witch - An utterly...

  Elena Collins

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  The BRAND NEW spellbinding historical novel from bestseller Elena Collins, perfect for fans of Weyward, Outlander and Barbara Erskine ✨‘Heartbreaking and hopeful, it’s a brilliant read.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nicola Cornick 
  A haunting cliffside inn. A centuries-old secret waiting to be uncovered... 
  Now: When Megan’s father gets a letter containing a secret from the past, he asks her to go to the Cornish village of St Mawgen Cove to get to the bottom of the mystery. Megan is happy to take a holiday after a challenging year but as soon as she checks into The Ship Inn something feels amiss. There are noises in the room above, the locals tell tales of smugglers and shipwrecks and she can’t escape the story of the witch who waits and watches from the top of the cliff. 
  1625: Susanna and her daughter Katel live a contented life, but without the protection of a husband and father, Susanna fears for Katel’s future as she blossoms into womanhood. The fishing community of St Mawgen Cove is close knit but when misfortune arrives in the cove, it’s not long before villagers are looking for someone to blame. And when talk turns to witches, Susanna knows she and Katel are no longer safe. 
  Can Megan bring peace to St Mawgen and to two women who have been broken-hearted for centuries? 
  An unforgettable historical mystery about secrets, longing and the power of a mother’s love. Love Lucinda Riley and Kate Mosse? READ THIS! 
  Readers love Elena Collins: 
  ‘This is a wonderfully well-written book, atmospheric, immersive, heart-touching, heart-breaking.’ 
  ‘Really well written book, love the history and the mystery surrounding the story, what sadness surrounds this lady of old, cannot wait for your next book Elena.’ 
  ‘An enthralling blend of known fact, myth and imagination with believable characters, atmospheric descriptions and fascinating locations all told with warmth and compassion.’ 
  ‘The brilliant story of Kate Ferrers was entrancing with all of the well written characters coming to life from the page in a thrilling tale of love, friendships and loss, magnificent!’ 
  ‘Elena writes so cleverly and with good humour, I was gripped and couldn't wait to read more and have my imagination play me the story as I swept from page to page. 5 big shiny stars!!!!’ 
  Praise for Elena Collins: 
  'The emotionally powerful story of Katherine Ferrers really gripped me and the spooky sightings of her ghost were spine-tingling. Elena writes so beautifully and weaves the threads of the stories together so masterfully. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, it’s a brilliant read.' Nicola Cornick 
  'A wonderful book by a fabulous author. Very highly recommended.’ Louise Douglas 
  'The Lady of The Loch held me spellbound from the first page to the last. With two storylines beautifully woven together to create a seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope, it’s a must-read. Collins’s detailed knowledge of the period trickles through the tale wrapping the reader in a vivid shifting world as it moves between the 14th century and present day. Cleverly researched and exquisitely written, The Lady of The Loch is a timeless story of hope, family and love. I loved it.' Alexandra Walsh

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  Accursed House The: Book summary...

  Dorian West

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas.
   
  
  
   
  Step across the threshold of The Accursed House, an audiobook that drags you into a domain where every room breathes malevolence and every whisper carries a warning. In this immersive descent, you’ll:
  
   
  Explore the crumbling corridors and shuttered windows of a mansion steeped in centuries-old malediction, where shadows slither along peeling wallpaper.
  
   
  Unravel the tragic history etched into the floorboards—tales of forbidden pacts, restless spirits, and the family line doomed to repeat their darkest sins.
  
   
  Sense the house’s will manifest in flickering lights, distant footsteps, and the soft hiss of voices just beyond hearing, drawing you ever deeper into its web.
  
   
  Confront the choice between escape and appeasement as the curse tightens its grip, forcing you to decide whether to break the cycle—or become the next victim.
  
  
   
  Narrated with a tense, atmospheric cadence and woven with subtle soundscapes—from the creak of ancient hinges to the echo of distant lamentations—The Accursed House envelops you in a relentless ballet of dread and suspense. Press play…if you dare to share its curse.

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  Last House on the Cliff The: The...

  Anne Wyn Clark

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  ‘I gobbled it up in two sittings, quickly turning pages to see what would happen next. The windswept, desolate setting, cold, gloomy manor house and dark characters created the perfect stormy day read… And did I mention the twists? Oh my goodness!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  When a young widow’s little girl vanishes, could a dark family secret hold the answer? 
  On the death of her aunt Gwyn, Lowri returns once more to Gwyn’s home on the remote island of Anglesey, Wales, with her young daughter Ruby in tow. Lowri hadn’t seen her aunt in years, but this beautiful island offers a fresh start. 
  Yet right away, strange things begin to happen. Ruby insists an old woman is visiting her when no one else is watching, and a tattered old doll keeps being left for Ruby to find. 
  Then Ruby goes missing. Desperately seeking answers no one seems to have, Lowri looks to her dark family past for clues. But the secrets she uncovers suggest that Ruby is not the only one in danger, and time is running out – for both of them… 
  A terrifically dark and twisty tale that asks: can you ever really trust those closest to you? Perfect for fans of Ruth Ware, Cass Green and C.J. Tudor.Readers are gripped by The Last House on the Cliff:  
  ‘I absolutely loved [this], I loved the chills it gave me, especially reading it in the dark!’ @Rubiereads, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘Wonderful and captivating…I loved how the story unfolded with so many twists and turns and family secrets you could never imagine. Heart wrenching and heart breaking at times. It was utterly compelling and a real page turner.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘I loved this…! Super suspenseful – had me turning pages late through the night because I could not put it down until I had worked out all the twists… Five stars.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘Such a tense and atmospheric read… This was gripping right from the first page and I could not put it down, twisty and unpredictable.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  ‘Gave me goosebumps the entire time … the twists in the novel made it one of my fastest reads of the year. The family dynamics were so complicated, I had no idea who to trust.’ 
  NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 
  Anne Wyn Clark's The Last House on the Cliff is a psychological thriller that explores the best of supernatural fiction. The domestic setting is rife with occult elements, making it a top pick for fans of thrillers. 
  For fans of Riley Sager (With a Vengeance), Freida Mcfadden (The Tenant), Miranda Rijks (The Other Mother), Claire Mcgowan (Blood Tide), and Ben Cheetham (House Of Mirrors). 
  HarperCollins 2022

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