Four more series of Natalie Haynes' BBC Radio 4 show taking a comic look at the ancient worldAuthor, broadcaster and 'rock star classicist' Natalie Haynes is a little bit obsessive about Ancient Greece and Rome. In these four series, she explores some of the most prominent historical and mythological figures from the classical world, telling their stories through a mix of stand-up comedy and conversation.Series 5 asks how much Aristotle knew about elephants...

"This is your pilot speaking. We have a problem in the engine bay. It's nothing to worry about, but please make your way to the escape pods..."Hal Junior and Stephen 'Stinky' Binn live aboard a high-tech space station where the rules are strict and life is carefully regulated.That's why they’re so excited for their school camping trip to Planet Gyris—a whole week of fishing, swimming, tents, and running wild!But when their lander crash lands...

Longlisted for the Women’s Prize for Fiction 2023""Haynes is master of her trade . . . She succeeds in breathing warm life into some of our oldest stories.”—Telegraph (UK)The national bestselling author of A Thousand Ships and Pandora's Jar returns with a fresh and stunningly perceptive take on the story of Medusa, the original monstered woman.They will fear you and flee you and call y...

Shortlisted for the Women's Prize for Fiction**From a powerful all-female perspective, in A Thousand Ships, classicist and author of Divine Might, Natalie Haynes retells the story of the Trojan War – putting the women, girls and goddesses at the centre of the story.Perfect for fans of Madeline Miller’s The Song of Achilles and Pat Barker’s The Silence of the Girls.**This was never the story of one woman, or tw...

If you’re a fan of contemporary romance by Bella Andre, Lora Leigh, Maya Banks, Jaci Burton, and Shayla Black, then don’t miss the Prescott twins.You met Kirby, Kristin Prescott’s ballbusting twin, in “Double the Pleasure.” Now Kirby has her own sensual story to tell in “Skin Deep.”Kirby Prescott is a woman in control of her life. She owns a thriving company, has her pick of gorgeous escorts, and no one to tell her what to do. And she has Jack Taylor, a man she’s never met ...

If you’re a fan of contemporary romance by Bella Andre, Lora Leigh, Maya Banks, Jaci Burton, and Shayla Black, then don’t miss the Prescott twins. First up is Kristin’s story in “Double the Pleasure”.Hitting the big 3-0 birthday like a brick wall, shy, reserved Kristin Prescott just has to break out of her sensible shoes and buttoned-up blouses and find herself a man. And the only one who will do is Ross Sloan, her sexy boss. The problem is, she isn't Ross's type; he prefers sensua...

“From the hopeful opening lines to the heartfelt final lines, Show Me How to Love You satisfies on every level…” 5-star Reader ReviewA divorced man, a widowed woman.They aren’t looking for love. But that’s exactly when love comes knocking.Neal Thomas walked out on his cheating wife, and he’s not looking for a replacement. Until an encounter on a long-distance flight with an enchanting woman leaves him rethinking his empty bed. Suddenly he can’t stop looking… and want...

"He had his tea as usual; when I knocked at the door with the tray (he always had afternoon tea), I found him—like this."Dr Roger Lavington is dreading his debut performance with the village amateur dramatic society. But real-world drama takes over when Lavington's neighbour, a reclusive artist, is found murdered in his own sitting room. Also found on the scene are a lady's glove, a diamond ring, and a mysterious young woman who begs Lavington for his protection. Her safety...

"Owing to the sudden death of Miss Charmian Karslake this theatre is closed until further notice. Money for tickets already booked will be refunded."Who killed Charmian Karslake, the famous American actress, on the night of the ball at Hepton Abbey? Who was the mysterious Peter Hailsham who had been present at the ball and had since vanished into thin air? What was his connection, if any, with the respectable County family of Penn-Moreton at whose house the murder had taken...

From NY Times and USA Today bestselling author Jasmine Haynes, Wives and Neighbors, a naughty little foursome tale packed with loads of emotion.For the first time, Books 1 and 2 are available in a bundle.WIVES & NEIGHBORS, BOOK 1Two couples, two very hot wives, two husbands who don’t mind a little swapping...The Mitchells and the Harts have been next door neighbors and friends for the past year. They have loads in common: double incomes, professional careers...

A family torn apart by tragedy...Three years ago, Lou Jackson, the eldest, died in a work accident. And nothing has been the same since for the Jackson family. They lost their heart and soul the day Lou died, even as matriarch Evelyn tries to keep them together. But things are changing and the family will either find their way back to each other. Or they’ll be torn asunder.SOMEBODY’S LOVERWidowed three years ago and the mother of two, Taylor feels that life as a wom...

Jim Haynes upturns some of the long-held myths of Australian history with surprising results.With all the skills of the master storyteller that he is, Jim Haynes exposes some of the great myths of Australian history.Did you know that Portuguese and Spanish explorers probably found the east coast of Australia before Captain Cook, and that the Rum Rebellion was not caused by rum? And what about Banjo Paterson writing Waltzing Matilda? As for Ned Kell...