A BBC Radio 3 drama that was developed with a community group in Byker, Newcastle which takes a journey into the reality of neglect as one child's life spirals out of control. Originally broadcast as part of the 'Drama on 3' collection on 25 October 2009. In a fractured society Lives a fractured family. In their fractured home Lies a fractured body. Recorded in front of an audience as part of the 'Free Thinking 2009' Festival of Ideas at The Sage in Gateshead, this hard-hitting play explor...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.What would you do if your perfect life collapsed?Lee’s perfect life unravels fast. The man she planned to be with forever dumps her and a humiliating clash with her new boss forces her to quit her dream job. Desperate to find a new life purpose, she makes a brave, rash decision to hike the Bibbulmun Track—a one thousand-kilometre walking trail through the south-west of Western Australia. Her brand-new b...

Glenda Jackson stars in this compelling drama series inspired by Émile Zola's Rougon-Macquart series, highlighting different aspects of contemporary BritainIn 2015, double Oscar winner Glenda Jackson made a triumphant return to acting in Radio 4's Blood, Sex and Money, a radical reimagining of Émile Zola's Rougon-Macquart cycle. Now, she reprises her role as matriarch/narrator in this eclectic mix of dramas inspired by Zola's novels, but s...

Discover the captivating world of blueberries and unlock their incredible potential in this engaging and informative book. Dive into the rich history, health benefits, and mouthwatering culinary uses of these tiny blue wonders. From antioxidant-packed powerhouses to delightful treats, this book will take you on a flavorful journey through the blueberry's versatile nature.In this book, you'll find:

Maggie Doran is off men, having gone through a string of poor relationships. Then like clockwork, her libido fires up over her new boss—the epitome of bad choices. The man is built like a Greek god and has a harem of eager gym groupies willing to give him anything he wants at the drop of a hat. Just one more Mr. Wrong to add to her list. Mac Jameson fell in lust with his newest employee the moment he laid eyes on her. Four months later, he's still in no-man's land. Maggie ignores him when ...

A wickedly funny look at the challenges of new parenthood.With cocktail recipes.Being a new mom is “AHHHH! WHAT HAVE I DONE?” hard. Why are all these tiny clothes so expensive? Who wrote these mind-numbing board books? Will Mommy ever carry a purse again that’s not a diaper bag? And how is she even functioning off so little sleep?Reasons Mommy Drinks is a fresh, insightful, and hilarious collection of the various struggles ...

Their first meeting could have been better. He ran into her and her hot coffee and raced off with a burn and a snarl. Their second meeting should have been better. He lay naked, face down on her massage table while she stared at him in horror. Being attracted to Mr. Tall, Dark, and Rude hadn't been on her agenda. Shelby just wants him out of her massage clinic before he recognizes her or she says something obnoxious before jumping that sexy body…which wouldn’t be professional…at all. But w...

Trevor Doran is trying to fit into civilian life now that he's no longer working secret missions for the government. But his job as a financial investigator for a security firm doesn't give him the thrill he needs. With his last love dead from a mission gone wrong, he doesn't need that kind of life anymore. His attention soon turns to the beautiful, shy Emma Clark—a friend of his sister who intrigues him. She's sweet, sensual, and delightfully submissive to his kisses. When Emma starts rec...

'Fabulous' JANICE HALLETT'Great fun...clever and wickedly funny' THE SUN'Deliciously funny' MARTINA COLEA headmistress is dead. The circumstances are suspicious.And as every parent knows, being on the school group chat can be murder...As educators go, Claudia Stitchwell makes Miss Hannigan look like Miss Honey.But when the reviled headteacher drops dead in the sc...

Encounter with God is Scripture Union's daily Bible reading guide designed to lead you to a deeper understanding about what God is saying to you and to his world today. You'll find its thorough and energetic investigation of the whole Bible inspiring and stimulating. And you'll discover that its biblical exposition is complemented by pastoral warmth from a strong field of writers and contributors. As well as daily content, feature articles provide insights into Christian spirituality, tack...

THE RUNAWAY GLOBAL BESTSELLER'Gripping, enthralling - a top-notch thriller and a compulsive read.' SJ Watson, bestselling author of BEFORE I GO TO SLEEPRachel catches the same commuter train every morning. She knows it will wait at the same signal each time, overlooking a row of back gardens. She's even started to feel like she knows the people who live in one of the houses. 'Jess and Jason', she calls them. Their life - as...

This Special Edition of The Hunger Games includes the most extensive interview Suzanne Collins has given since the publication of The Hunger Games; an absorbing behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the series; and an engaging archival conversation between Suzanne Collins and YA legend Walter Dean Myers on writing about war. The Special Edition answers many questions fans have had over the years, and gives great insight into the creation of this era-defining work....