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Crime, mystery, private detective and (mild) horror fiction

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"...an addictive read from page one to last and thoroughly enjoyable!" - Librarian, Canada

"An extraordinary and inherently riveting read from beginning to end, The Sicilian Woman's Daughter is an original and deftly crafted novel showcasing the genuine flair for narrative story telling...highly recommended" - Midwest Book Reviews, USA

"I loved this book. The transformation of Maria was remarkable to read. Ms. Lo Scuro does a fantastic job filling in the sordid past of Maria’s family and blending it in with the present day characters." - USA reviewer

9781907230691

e-book 9781907230707

Indigo

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"Captures the feel of the originals ... well-rounded tales" - USA librarian

"It is a testament to the writers ... that it is difficult to see where Doyle ends and the new authors begin...A welcome addition to the legacy of Conan Doyle" - UK reviewer

This exciting anthology brings together the work of two much admired Sherlock Holmes writers. In these stories Holmes and Watson are engaged in daring exploits applying their razor-sharp intelligence in new cases.

9781907230615  CAD 4.99  e-book only  apple  google  kobo     amazon

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"The four novellas of this book are masterpieces of their kind." - Reviewer, USA

Prosecuting criminal cases, lawyer Anthony Rathe convinced a jury to imprison an innocent man, who subsequently took his own life. Horrified at his mistake, Rathe abandons his glittering legal career, vowing to truly serve justice. A series of cases come his way.

9781907230684

e-book 9781907230677

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"It’s a tale that will keep them wondering, gasping, thinking, smiling, grimacing, rereading. what more can a reader ask for?" - Reviewer

Ellipsis is a disturbing thriller stemming from what is left unsaid, what bounces around in the mind and evaporates when trying to remember. Can there be a conclusion when no-one seems to know the truth?

9781907230189

e-book 9781907230219

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FINALIST IN THE PEOPLE'S BOOK PRIZE

The unthinkable is happening in Lynnwood – a village with centuries of guilt on its conscience.

“The plot line is new and exciting, I won’t say any more about that because I don’t want to give it away! But I know I was surprised more than once at what was happening. If you are looking for a good book, definitely pick up this one.” – Librarian, USA

9781907230387

e-book 9781907230424

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"...a good story with an unpredictable ending – just how I like my mysteries" - Librarian, USA

“I didn’t really want this story to end. I didn’t know how it was going to end, and I just loved that feeling...It keeps you in the dark until the very end." - UK reviewer

Two plots running parallel... you won't see what's coming

Two laser-sharp detectives, two thought-provoking cases and two skilful plots.

9781907230462

e-book 9781907230486

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Other fiction

"...this story will grip your heart and bring your emotions to the foreground..." - USA reviewer

"an atmospheric novel with thought-provoking themes" - UK reviewer

9781907230752

e-book 9781907230233

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Omnibus edition of three of our titles:

A Taste for Blood by David Stuart Davies

Ellipsis by Nikki Dudley

Lynnwood by Thomas Brown

9781907230738

e-book 9781907230745

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Translation of Carlo Goldoni's classic Italian comedy, in parallel text Italian and English.

"a great gift for students of Italian/English, for students of Goldoni and Italian theatre, or for theatre-lovers. Or for a true friend."

9781907230011

e-book 9781907230349 English translation only

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"This is an exquisitely written novel; deft, poised, and with a writer's ear for the rhythms of the world around us. Featherbones does the always-difficult job of making the strange familiar, while asking us to attend again to the things we think we know." - UK reviewer

“...a unique story and I appreciated that, along with the beautiful writing. Very thought provoking novel.” - Canadian reviewer

New adult / Urban fiction

9781907230516

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For younger readers (Juvenile, YA, Middle grade)

London 1908: A secret society stalks the murky streets, a deadly assassin lurks in the shadows and a series of unexplained deaths are linked by a mystery symbol…

“Such a great fast paced book... FUN FUN read!!!” Librarian, USA

9781907230448

e-book 9781907230493

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“A fun and exciting tale of mischief and the resulting troubles, of problem solving and the outcome of working toward a goal.” - Bookseller, USA

“... a great book for reluctant readers ... A good fantasy read with good vs. evil” - Bookseller, USA

9781907230608

e-book 9781907230585

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"innovative and insightful... I couldn't wait to devour part two" - Times Educational Supplement

 

"I was utterly flabbergasted... one of the most compelling novels I've ever read" - Heffers Review, Cambridge

9781907230196

e-book 9781907230370

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“Kids will like this. Girls will like it for romance and boys will like it for the scare factor.”

 - Bookseller, USA

"...a fantastic and unique read for MG and YA readers.

“I do think that the author showed wonderful imagination in creating this world and these characters.” - Librarian, USA

9781907230455

e-book 9781907230479

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Changing the course of British politics?

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“A powerful, persuasive, and timely wake-up call for transforming the UK into a federal state. A must-read.” Richard Moriarty - The Sun

"A compelling and clear pathway out of Britain’s failing political morass towards a brighter, truly democratic future.” - The European

 

Hardback 9781907230202.  E-book 9781907230226

This title can now be pre-ordered for 28th May publication

If the UK general election is earlier, publication date will be brought forward

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Challenges the economic consensus

This book shows that all schemes that borrow from the future are thwarted by three related concepts:

  • the true cost of debt to society,

  • the central banking economic cycle, and

  • the financial system limit.

The author challenges the existing academic and political consensus about how economies should be managed.

Whether you are a concerned individual, an academic, politician, banker or even a policymaker, read about a different view of the current financial orthodoxies, one that will provoke serious debate and even action.

“Radical thinkers might have a point” was how the Financial Times described David Kauders’ first book, The Greatest Crash

E-book 9781907230776 CAD 6.99, paperback 9781907230783 CAD 19

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The Financial System Limit, by David Kauders
Psychology of Crowds (Revival)

The Financial System Limit

Gustave le Bon David Kauders
Mass behaviour Economics, finance, politics
"the unconscious irrational workings of group thought and mass emotion" Challenges the economic consensus

The Greatest Crash

Understanding Brexit Options

David Kauders David Kauders
Economics, finance, business Economics, politics (e-book only)
"Radical thinkers might have a point"
 

 

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