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  The Lost Letters of Evelyn...

  Clare Swatman

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  The Top 100 bestseller, an unforgettable story about being brave enough to be yourself, from author Clare Swatman 
  Starting over can be hard to do… 
  So when mum of two Beth moves out of her beloved marital home and into an unloved and unkempt cottage, she can’t help but feel demoralised. Faced with months of DIY and dust, her children Jacob and Olivia aren’t impressed either. But when Beth finds a box of letters while she’s clearing out the children’s room, things start to look up. 
  The correspondence is decades old, between agony aunt Evelyn and those in need of solace. Intrigued as to why the letters have been kept safe all these years, Beth can’t resist reading them, and as the wisdom and kindness of Evelyn falls off the pages, so Beth starts to feel she has a friend and champion in this woman she has never met. 
  Good advice doesn’t age, and as life starts to look brighter, Beth begins to wonder if she could track down Evelyn and thank her for her help. But as Beth uncovers more about Evelyn’s story, it becomes clear that everything is not as it seems. And now Beth is determined to bring peace to Evelyn as she has to her. 
  A spell-binding, heart-warming story of friendship, love and being brave enough to be yourself. Perfect for all fans of Jojo Moyes, Beth Moran and Ruth Jones. 
  Praise for Clare Swatman: 
  'Utterly believable, charming and immersive, full of acute emotional insights and truths, this is a novel every woman will identify with. Highly recommended' F.L. Everett 
  'It was so easy to get absorbed into the world Clare Swatman has created for Beth. I felt her losses and disappointments acutely, which only made the ending more satisfying. It really kept me guessing, too' Laura Pearson 
  'Warm, immersive and hugely relatable, The Lost Letters of Evelyn Wright really tugged at my heartstrings. I galloped through this story of friendship, motherhood and love in all its forms in two days, and I’ll miss Beth and the characters she gathers around her as she navigates her new life after heartbreak' Lisa Timoney 
  'Swatman does it again! I loved how the advice column pages wove into the story. An engaging read about heartbreak, navigating new normals and finding your feet in a new life you never expected to have. One to curl up with on a rainy day' Rachel Dove 
  'A sensitive, touching story with emotional depth and page-turning quality' Helen Rolfe 
  'Irresistible... A delightfully bittersweet story that will appeal to fans of One Day' Sunday Mirror 
  Readers love Clare Swatman: 
  ‘I’ve enjoyed all of Clare’s books, but this one I just couldn’t put down. I was hooked from the first page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  ‘Another amazing read from Clare. Another must read from her!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  ‘I really enjoyed this book, a real page turner. Great characters in a brilliant mystery story. Worthy of a book club, I wish I had someone to discuss it with!!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  ‘Clare Swatman weaves a beautiful tale that grips you from the first page, leaves you wanting to travel on this journey and ultimately tells a beautiful story. I heartily recommend this book, I loved her style of writing and will be reading more from this author’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review 
  ‘This is another great, page-turner from Clare Swatman. A really enjoyable read, as are all her books. The characters are believable and you are rooting for Laura right from the off. The book does not disappoint, give it a go. A great summer holiday read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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  Shifting Gears

  Jazz Forrester

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  A spicy, small-town, opposites attract lesbian romance about learning to let go, no matter the cost. 
   
  Workaholic Eleanor Cromwell blows into rural Canada, laser focused on her real estate development project. Given the locals already hate her father's company, she plans to hide away in a cabin and conceal her identity to get the job done. And then her car breaks down . . .  
   
  Sweet, smart, goofy mechanic Dani Cooper is about as laid-back as they come, all rumpled flannels and cheeky grins. Meeting an uptight, out-of-town stranger sparks more than just a tire change. 
   
  What starts as a whirlwind summer fling might turn into something more . . . except Eleanor's secret threatens to tear everything apart. 
   
  Contains mature themes.

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  Transformer - A Story of Glitter...

  Simon Doonan

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  In this funny and poignant memoir and cultural history, the television personality, columnist, and author of Drag pays homage to Lou Reed’s groundbreaking album Transformer on its fiftieth anniversary and recalls its influence on his coming of age and coming out through glam rock. 
  In November 1972, Lou Reed released his album, Transformer because he thought it was “dreary for gay people to have to listen to straight people’s love songs.” That groundbreaking idea echoed with the times. That same year, Sweden was the first country to legalize gender-affirming surgery, and San Francisco struck down employment discrimination based on sexual orientation. 
  Sometimes an artistic creation perfectly aligns with a broader social and political history, and Transformer—with the songs “Walk on the Wild Side,” “Perfect Day,” and “Vicious”—perfectly captured its time. “Walk on the Wild Side” was banned on radio across the country but became a massive hit when young people threatened to boycott stations that would not play it. The album's cover featured a high-contrast image of Lou, flaunting a new mascara'd glamrock incarnation, shot by legend Mick Rock, thereby underscoring his intention to create "a gay album." 
  In Transformer, Doonan tells the story of how Lou Reed came to make the album with the help of David Bowie, and places its creation within the course of Reed’s life. Doonan offers first-hand testimony of the album’s impact on the LGBTQ+ community, recalling how it transformed his own life as a 20-year-old working class kid from Reading, England, who had just discovered the joys of London Glam Rock and was sparked by the artistic freedom of Warhol’s The Factory. Transformer was a revelation—hearing Reed’s songs, Doonan understood how the world was changing for him and his friends. 
  A poignant, personal addition to modern music and LGBTQ+ history, Transformer captures a pivotal moment when those long silenced were finally given a voice. As transgender icon Candy Darling, highlighted in his lyrics, told Reed, “It’s so nice to hear ourselves.” 
  Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook. 
  This book would make a great gift for any music lover, LGBTQ+ activist, or history buff looking to learn more about the cultural impact of Lou Reed's Transformer album on the world.

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  We're jumping tomorrow

  B. J. Birkmann

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  Written for boys who like to eat other people's sorrows, or not eat at all, and for girls who love them regardless. 
  Nick and Mark are 20-something nihilists with nothing but Thursday evenings, a mattress, and the weight of their own thoughts. In one final attempt to find meaning, they give themselves a week to search. If they fail, they jump. 
  We’re Jumping Tomorrow is an intimate, hauntingly poetic novella designed to be read in one sitting, like stumbling upon a stranger’s tragic story online, finding empathy for them, and then scrolling away. Combining sharp cynicism with raw, visual prose, it captures the fleeting yet profound nature of human connection, mental illness, and the quiet desperation of young adulthood. 
  Never quite meant for the public eye, We’re Jumping Tomorrow holds enough importance to be released anyway. Though darkness and pessimism spread throughout its pages, an unshakable sense of humor and self-deprecation stand firm, reflecting this generation’s ability to face even the most gruesome thoughts with a grin.

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  Whimsical Journey A: Embracing...

  Rocjane

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  In the enchanting land of Willowbrook, a gender fairy named Willow lives among colourful plants and magical creatures. Willow brings joy and happiness to all with their ability to transform into a boy or a girl. One day, Willow meets a curious girl named Alex, who wishes she could change her appearance too. With a tap of their magic wand, Willow grants Alex the power to become anything she desires. Together, they embark on a journey that challenges societal expectations and shows that passions and abilities aren’t bound by gender. Along the way, they meet brave girls defying stereotypes, compassionate boys breaking free from expectations, and diverse characters embracing their true selves. Alex learns that gender is what you feel inside and that there is no right or wrong way to be a boy or a girl. This heartwarming tale encourages children to embrace their uniqueness and celebrate themselves, just like Alex and Willow.

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  Palace Ghosts

  Becky Black

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  When evidence emerges hinting that a long lost starship wasn't destroyed after all, Ishir Jha has to investigate. His father sent the last desperate message from the ship before it was lost in a battle with pirates. Ish must learn the truth, even if he has to do it alone.
  But his husband Finn Moran isn't going to let him run off alone and get killed in the outer system, where the influence of the Li pirate empire is spreading again, this time under the command of the daughter of the warlord who once terrorized the colonies and the ships that plied their trade there. But Li Xhing doesn't want to terrorize. She wants to rule. 
  When Finn and Ishir end up as prisoners at Li's stronghold, The Red Palace, Finn appears ready to accept a recruitment offer to join their captor's ranks, since the other alternative is a life of slavery. Ishir can only wonder if his husband is losing his mind. 
  But thanks to Finn, plans are being laid elsewhere, to breach the Red Palace's impenetrable defensive barrier. One that only a few people can navigate, all of them ready to die before giving up the secret. The plans will change the destiny of the whole outer system and set Finn and Ishir onto a whole new path.

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