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After Julius: A captivating British drama about life, healing, and moving on from the past

"From the lauded, bestselling author of The Cazalet Chronicles, After Julius is Elizabeth Jane Howard's funny yet touching story of a family brought together yet falling apart. 'A novel that commands both respect and applause' - Sunday Times It is twenty years since Julius died, but his last heroic action still affects the lives of the people he left behind. Emma, his youngest daughter, twenty-seven years old and afraid of men. Cressida, her sister, a war widow, blindly searching for love in her affairs with married men. Esme, Julius's widow, still attractive at fifty-eight, but aimlessly lost in the routine of her perfect home. Felix, Esme's old lover, who left her when Julius died and who is still plagued by guilt for his action. And then there is Dan - an outsider. Throughout a disastrous - and revelatory - weekend in Sussex, the influence of the dead Julius slowly emerges . . . 'Her talent seemed so effervescent, so unstoppable, that there was no predicting where it might take her' - Hilary Mantel, author of Wolf Hall"

Elizabeth Jane Howard (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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Carmilla

"In an isolated castle deep in the Austrian forest, Laura leads a solitary life with only her ailing father for company. Until one moonlit night, a horse-drawn carriage crashes into view, carrying an unexpected guest - the beautiful Carmilla. So begins a feverish friendship between Laura and her mysterious, entrancing companion. But as Carmilla becomes increasingly strange and volatile, prone to eerie nocturnal wanderings, Laura finds herself tormented by nightmares and growing weaker by the day... Pre-dating Dracula by twenty-six years, Carmilla is the original vampire story, steeped in sexual tension and gothic romance."

Sheridan Le Fanu (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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Heartbreak for the Great Western Railway Girls - The compelling BRAND NEW addition to Jane Lark's WWII saga of sisterhood and sacrifice for 2026 (Unabridged)

"The BRAND NEW instalment in the gripping, emotional wartime saga series from Jane Lark Perfect for fans of Nancy Revell and Daisy Styles. As bombs fall, hopes and dreams are shattered, and the Great Western Railway Girls rely on their friendship like never before. When Swindon comes under attack in late 1940, the women of the Great Western Railway Works find themselves on the frontline of war, battling for Britain. Working long gruelling shifts, watching for enemy aircraft from the factory roofs, and sleeping in crowded air raid shelters. These brave young women face fear for their men, danger and exhaustion but they still live life beyond the war - with Lily raising her brother's child, Maggie navigating a budding romance and Catherine leading the emotional fight by keeping everyone busy, including herself... Can they stay strong, for each other? A page-turning story of sisterhood, sacrifice and the extraordinary strength of ordinary women. Praise for Jane Lark: 'Friendship, drama and an array of authentic characters make this debut saga a must-read.' Maisie Thomas 'A compulsive, absolutely unputdownable read! I was enthralled by the wonderful stories of these courageous Railway Girls. Swindon and the Great Western Railway community come alive in this book.' Renita D'Silva 'What a brilliant read!! Jane Lark has an incredible talent to draw the reader in from the first page' Reader Review 'A powerful, many faceted book, intelligent and well written. Exceptional characters, emotionally charged, with mystery and suspense.' Reader Review 'I enjoyed it from beginning to end and have decided I would read anything by Jane Lark... hell I'd even read her shopping list!' Reader Review 'A worthy five-star read!' Reader Review"

Jane Lark (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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The Christmas Retreat: The heart-warming new holiday romance from the bestselling author of The Book of Lost Stories

"Brought to you by Penguin. Ginny Spain usually loves Christmas. Not this year, though. After witnessing a traumatic accident and breaking up with her ex, she plans to spend it alone. But her formidable art historian mother, Evie, has other ideas. Determined to drag her daughter out of isolation, Evie persuades Ginny to spend Christmas with her at an artist and writer’s retreat at Triskelion, a remote old house in the tiny coastal village of Little Star. But Evie’s plans aren’t without an ulterior motive – having discovered that her grandmother was an artist and spent time at Triskelion house, she wants to unlock the secrets surrounding her and Ginny’s ancestor. Rugged Rhys Tarn lives at Triskelion with his ten year old daughter, having lost his wife in mysterious and distressing circumstances – and Ginny is in for a shock when she discovers she and Rhys share an unexpected connection. Between Winter Solstice and Twelfth Night, and with the help of Rhys, can Ginny unlock her past and make this Christmas her happiest one yet? © Trisha Ashley 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Trisha Ashley (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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The Minders: Five strangers guard our secrets. Four can be trusted.

"Brought to you by Penguin. The Black Mirror-esque thriller from the author of the million-copy international bestseller THE ONE. Five strangers guard our secrets. Only four can be trusted... In the 21st century, information is king. But computers can be hacked and files can be broken into - so a unique government initiative has been born. Five ordinary people have been selected to become Minders - the latest weapon in thwarting cyberterrorism. Transformed by a revolutionary medical procedure, the country's most classified information has been taken offline and turned into genetic code implanted inside their heads. Together, the five know every secret - the truth behind every government lie, conspiracy theory and cover up. In return, they're given the chance to leave their problems behind and a blank slate to start their lives anew. But not everyone should be trusted, especially when they each have secrets of their own they'll do anything to protect... ‘For the addicts of adrenaline-fuelled twisty rides' — PETER JAMES © John Marrs 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

John Marrs (Author), Katherine Press, Oliver Hembrough (Narrator)

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Remember Where You’ve Buried the Bodies

"A brand new darkly humourous serial killer thriller for fans of How to Kill Your Family and The Thursday Murder Club. *** ‘So compelling, I couldn’t put it down’ Natasha Bache, author of 12 Ways to Kill Your Family at Christmas 'Let me tell you, I LOVED THIS BOOK! The setting, the characters, the plot, and even the ending…I just could not put this one down. Filled with humor and thriller vibes, this is this years MUST Summer read’ What happens when a serial killer forgets that he’s a serial killer? At Sunset House the tea is barely introduced to a teabag, the carpets are permanently flecked with glitter and care assistant Jolene would rather be watching daytime television than caring for the elderly – but someone might just have confessed to murder. Most think Gilbert’s sudden claim – ‘When I killed her’ – is likely to be the dementia talking. Or a spoiler for Midsomer Murders. Probably. Now, between bingo, staff drama and a suspicious game of pass the parcel, someone’s about to dig up more than buried memories… Darkly funny, sharply observant and unquestionably deadly, this is no Thursday Murder Club. See what readers have to say: ‘A heart pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat… one of the best books this year! It was fast paced, edge of the seat thriller that was extremely well executed’ 'I LOVED the characters — quirky, flawed, fascinating especially Will, who was written with so much depth and heart. The dark setting? Chef’s kiss! Julie Lancaster knows how to set the mood — creepy, suspenseful, but also hilarious in the darkest ways’ ‘Really gripping… Full of twists and turns. You'll never guess what is coming next’ ‘Like The Thursday Murder Club but with a twist’ 'A dark, funny and yet serious thriller of a read! Killings and kidnapping galore’ ‘A twist-filled thriller that constantly kept me second-guessing what I thought I knew. Unpredictable, cleverly crafted read… kept me hooked until the end’ 'Kept me guessing from start to finish’ 'Mystery, lots of twists and you're never quite sure who the abductor might be. But it also has an emotional depth to it too’ 'This book kept me on my toes. I was entertained, stressed, scared, and happy all at the same time!’ 'If you're into serial killer thrillers with a touch of dark humor, this book is right up your street’"

Julie Lancaster (Author), Finlay Robertson, Katherine Press (Narrator)

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The Great Western Railway Girls Do Their Bit - The Great Western Railway Girls (Unabridged)

Jane Lark (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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The Cornish Witch - A BRAND NEW utterly spellbinding historical novel from Elena Collins (Unabridged)

"The BRAND NEW spellbinding historical novel from bestseller Elena Collins, perfect for fans of Weyward, Outlander and Barbara Erskine ✨'Heartbreaking and hopeful, it's a brilliant read.' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Nicola Cornick A haunting cliffside inn. A centuries-old secret waiting to be uncovered... Now: When Megan's father gets a letter containing a secret from the past, he asks her to go to the Cornish village of St Mawgen Cove to get to the bottom of the mystery. Megan is happy to take a holiday after a challenging year but as soon as she checks into The Ship Inn something feels amiss. There are noises in the room above, the locals tell tales of smugglers and shipwrecks and she can't escape the story of the witch who waits and watches from the top of the cliff. 1625: Susanna and her daughter Katel live a contented life, but without the protection of a husband and father, Susanna fears for Katel's future as she blossoms into womanhood. The fishing community of St Mawgen Cove is close knit but when misfortune arrives in the cove, it's not long before villagers are looking for someone to blame. And when talk turns to witches, Susanna knows she and Katel are no longer safe. Can Megan bring peace to St Mawgen and to two women who have been broken-hearted for centuries? An unforgettable historical mystery about secrets, longing and the power of a mother's love. Love Lucinda Riley and Kate Mosse? READ THIS! Readers love Elena Collins: 'This is a wonderfully well-written book, atmospheric, immersive, heart-touching, heart-breaking.' 'Really well written book, love the history and the mystery surrounding the story, what sadness surrounds this lady of old, cannot wait for your next book Elena.' 'An enthralling blend of known fact, myth and imagination with believable characters, atmospheric descriptions and fascinating locations all told with warmth and compassion.' 'The brilliant story of Kate Ferrers was entrancing with all of the well written characters coming to life from the page in a thrilling tale of love, friendships and loss, magnificent!' 'Elena writes so cleverly and with good humour, I was gripped and couldn't wait to read more and have my imagination play me the story as I swept from page to page. 5 big shiny stars!!!!' Praise for Elena Collins: 'The emotionally powerful story of Katherine Ferrers really gripped me and the spooky sightings of her ghost were spine-tingling. Elena writes so beautifully and weaves the threads of the stories together so masterfully. Both heartbreaking and hopeful, it's a brilliant read.' Nicola Cornick 'A wonderful book by a fabulous author. Very highly recommended.' Louise Douglas 'The Lady of The Loch held me spellbound from the first page to the last. With two storylines beautifully woven together to create a seamless tale of love, loss, betrayal and, above all, hope, it's a must-read. Collins's detailed knowledge of the period trickles through the tale wrapping the reader in a vivid shifting world as it moves between the 14th century and present day. Cleverly researched and exquisitely written, The Lady of The Loch is a timeless story of hope, family and love. I loved it.' Alexandra Walsh"

Elena Collins (Author), Antonia Beamish, Katherine Press (Narrator)

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A Locket Full of Hope: A brand-new heartwarming, gripping and romantic historical fiction book

"Brought to you by Penguin. A sweeping and heart-rending 19th-century saga about found family, romance and triumph over adversity, perfect for fans of Val Wood, Dilly Court and Gracie Hart. 1876. Life is happy for ten-year-old Rebecca Wheeler in the small fishing village of St. Leonard's Cove. Until one day a violent storm strikes and her father and older brothers are lost at sea. Destitute, Rebecca and her mother Lydia make their way to Dartmouth. Lydia is relieved when a man named Mickey Fox seemingly takes pity on them and offers her work and lodgings… but is horrified to discover that the work is in a brothel, and there’s no way to back out now. While conditions in the brothel are harsh, Rebecca and Lydia soon find a sort of family among the women who work there. But when things turn violent, it falls on Lydia’s new friends to devise a plan to help Rebecca escape… Alone and hunted by Mickey, Rebecca must make her own way in the world. With her family gone, will she ever find a place she truly belongs? © Lily Fielding 2025 (P) Penguin Audio 2025"

Lily Fielding (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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Seven Rules For A Perfect Marriage: The funny and relatable read about long-term love and happy endings

"Bloomsbury presents Seven Rules For A Perfect Marriage by Rebecca Reid, read by Josh Dylan and Katherine Press 'A dream of a book: humour, warm, fun characters and a story I stayed up all night for. I loved it!' Lucy Vine, author of Seven Exes 'Refreshing and original… a real life love story about what happens after the happy ever after. I loved it!' Bianca Gillam, author of Bad Publicity It looks like Jessica and Jack have it all. Their social media accounts show them glamorous, happy and sickeningly in love. They even landed a book deal to share their seven rules for a perfect marriage – an instant bestseller, of course. But behind the scenes it's not so simple. Jessica is determined to make a success of her business and has stopped making time for Jack. Meanwhile Jack is learning that he hates the life of an Instagram husband. In a bid to reboot their relationship, they decide to go back to basics and follow their own rules. But they’re about to learn that there is simply no such thing as perfect, and, in fact, there might be a lot more to making a marriage work than just following the rules… Seven Rules for a Perfect Marriage is a funny and poignant celebration of long-term love, asking what happens when Happily Ever After doesn’t always look so happy. Readers love Seven Rules for a Perfect Marriage... 'The humour throughout this book was so relatable' **** 'I was completely hooked from chapter one' **** 'I highly suggest adding this to your TBR' **** C 2025 Rebecca Reid P 2025 Bloomsbury Publishing PLC"

Rebecca Reid (Author), Josh Dylan, Katherine Press (Narrator)

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The Spitfire Girl's Secret: The heartwarming and unforgettable historical wartime saga from the author of THE STRAWBERRY FIELD GIRLS AT WAR

"Amidst the chaos of war, this spitfire girl will soar. As Europe edges closer to war, Bella's world is focused on avoiding a future like her mother's. She doesn't want to go to secretarial school to become another proper young lady; standing by prettily waiting to be chosen as a wife by her employer or another suitable man. Bella wants more than that life can give. And like many women, her first opportunity for a different future comes when war is declared and duty calls her to the skies. It allows her a proper escape from a father who is determined to keep her away from the one man she thinks she could love, Will. But wartime brings the threat of pain as much as it does freedom. And Bella's tentative happiness is set to be risked by a secret much closer to home. Can she escape the darkness at home and fly her way to liberty and happiness? Praise for Karen Dickson: 'A compelling saga that will hold you fast from the first page to the last' VAL WOOD 'A gem of a read' FIONA FORD 'An exciting, fresh and talented new voice - a five-star read!' CAROL RIVERS"

Karen Dickson (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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More of Milly-Molly-Mandy

"Milly-Molly-Mandy lives in a tiny village in the heart of the countryside, where life is full of everyday adventures! Join the little girl in the candy-striped dress as she enjoys her first ever visit to the seaside, goes to a concert and has a picnic with her friends - whatever Milly-Molly-Mandy and her friends are up to, you're sure to have fun when they're around. More of Milly-Molly-Mandy contains thirteen short stories that are wonderfully narrated by Katherine Press and are the perfect way to introduce younger listeners to the enduringly popular heroine, not forgetting her friends little-friend-Susan and Billy Blunt! The series has charmed generations of children since its first publication in 1928. Enjoy more fun adventures with Milly-Molly-Mandy Stories and Further Doings of Milly-Molly-Mandy."

Joyce Lankester Brisley (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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