*Food is our common ground, a universal experience. –*James BeardThe saga of the Chili Queens of San Antonio, NASCAR kitchens tucked away in the crew pits at race tracks, the story of an unexpected kitchen—the George Foreman Grill—these stories and more from Hidden Kitchens, the popular and highly acclaimed radio series on NPR's morning edition, is now being released on a 3 CD set based on the new book Hidden Kitchens: Stories, Recipes & More from NPR's The Kitchen Sisters.P...

A BRAND NEW heartbreaking World War II novel from bestselling Renita D'SilvaIn 1938, Rani - the bright and spirited daughter of an Indian Crown Prince - leads a privileged if lonely life. But everything is about to change...Longing for freedom and purpose, she escapes the confines of her father’s palace and meets Prasad – a poor young man – with whom she falls deeply in love. But her plan to gain her father’s approval for the match disast...

A BRAND NEW heartwarming and inspiring saga of hope, resilience and a woman’s fight for a better life. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Rosie Clarke and Donna Douglas! ❤️Welcome to West India Dock Road in London's East End...1938: Divya has made the long sea journey from India to England, employed as a nanny by a British family. But once they arrive, she is cruelly abandoned, with no means to return home. Afraid and alone, she faces pr...

1939, India. Bindu holds her baby close, listening to the monsoon raging outside. She tries to hide her tears behind her sari as she hands her baby into a stranger’s arms, wondering if she will ever see her child again … When their small savings run out, Bindu reluctantly accepts an offer of marriage from the landlord’s entitled and often unpredictable son. In return, he promises to provide medical care for her beloved grandmother, but alone in a world she doesn’t understand, Bindu is desp...

June, 1944. As news of D-Day reaches London, the residents of West India Dock Road dare to celebrate. But amid the bunting, shared food and children’s laughter lie fear, grief and secrets that refuse to stay buried.Divya has built a life for herself and her son that she once thought impossible, in a community that has become family. Yet will an unexpected letter destroy the fragile peace she has fought so hard for?Meanwhile, there’s an unexpected romance wi...

What if you discovered everything you knew about yourself as a lie? When pregnant Jaya loses her mother, then her baby son Arun in a tragic cot death, her world crashes down. Overcome by grief and guilt, she begins to look for answers. Looking through her mother’s belongings, she finds two diaries and old photographs, carrying the smoky aroma of fire. A young boy smiles out at Jaya from every photograph – and in one, a family stand proudly in front of a sprawling mansion. Who is this child...

A BRAND-NEW heart-stirring and emotional WW2 saga of friendship, courage and the power of community – perfect for fans of Jean Fullerton, Donna Douglas and Call the Midwife ❤️ 1941 - Amid the bombs falling over London’s East End, the residents of West India Dock Road endure wartime with courage, defiance and a good dose of humour.From nights spent sheltering together in the Underground station to sharing gossip, pastimes and meals, they lean on...

How much would you sacrifice to save your family? 1929. When a passionate love affair threatens to leave Lucy in disgrace, she chooses a respectable marriage over a life of shame. With her husband, coffee-plantation-owner James, she travels to her new home in India. Everything in India is new to Lucy, from the jewel-coloured fabrics to the exotic spices. When her path crosses that of Gowri, a young woman who tends a temple, Lucy is curious to find out more about her, and the events that le...

A heartwarming WW2 saga for fans of Lizzie Lane, Jean Fullerton and Call the Midwife ❤️1940. The Blitz rages, but life goes on in the heart of London’s East End.Charity has spent her life keeping her family together – raising her younger brothers, running the family boarding house on West India Dock Road, and now shielding her fragile parents from the relentless bombardment outside their door. When her teenage brother runs away to enlist, she fac...

From the shores of Cuba to the promise of freedom in the United States, The Long Way to Happiness tells the unforgettable true story of one woman's courage, faith, and determination to build a better life.Written by Kelly Silva and Clara Cruz, her mother, this inspiring memoir follows Clara's extraordinary journey from her childhood in Cuba-marked by struggles and determination - to her journey to America in search of a new life. Through loss, hope, and unyielding love, Cl...

This comprehensive guide for management professionals discusses the IT-related legal issues faced by businesses on a daily basis. Legal concepts and terminology are notoriously difficult for non-specialists, but this book explains in plain English the relevant legal frameworks and gives examples from actual cases. New material in this edition include chapters on GDPR, cyber security, cloud computing contracts and Agile.