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'A triumph... tender and gut-wrenching, honest and riveting. A book of astonishing accomplishment and bravery' Guardian A searing, sunlit debut about the powerful bonds that make and break one Iranian-American familyThree young brothers leave Los Angeles in the dead of night for Iran, taken by their father from their mother to a country and an ancestral home they barely recognize. They return to the Valley months later, spit back into American life and changed in inexorable ways.Under the dazzling light of the California sun, our protagonist, the youngest brother, begins to piece together a childhood shattered by his father's violence, a queer adolescence marked by a shy, secret love affair with a boy he meets on the basketball court, and his ever-changing status as a Muslim in America at the turn of the new millennium.Lyrical and open-hearted, I WILL GREET THE SUN AGAIN is an unforgettable portrait of a family being torn apart, and a boy emerging from its ashes.'Exquisite, heart-breaking, incredibly beautiful. The whole narrative thrums with a bright, warm longing' Caleb Azumah Nelson, award-winning, bestselling author of OPEN WATER and SMALL WORLDS'This is a book I've dreamt of reading my whole life... I am jealous of the generation of people who will grow up in a world with I Will Greet the Sun Again in it. I will be thinking about these characters for the rest of my life' Kaveh Akbar, author of MARTYR! 'Life-affirming... Khabushani is a talented writer' Sunday Times'This is a novel of survival and longing and love, and in many ways a modern portrait of an artist as a young man. It is now one of my favourite books' Washington Post'A heartbreaking debut' New York Times

From Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka, the acclaimed authors of the TikToK sensation The Roughest Draft, comes romantic comedy, Do I Know You?, about a couple's attempts to reignite their relationship . . .

Wayne Thiebaud's famous, literally candy-colored still lifes of pies, cakes, gumball machines, and lipsticks reflect the promise and abundance of the American way of life¿a society of plenty, where supply exceeds demand.The tactile impression created by his pasty layers of paint brings the objects to life and creates an atmosphere in which irony and melancholy are carefully balanced. Testing the possibilities of painterly expression, Thiebaud's brilliant painting technique explores the boundaries of the real and imagined world. This catalogue presents all aspects of the legendary American artist's oeuvre, including still lifes and portraits, as well as his deserted, multi-perspective cityscapes and river landscapes, in luminous pastels that exude a peculiar summertime sadness.WAYNE THIEBAUD (1920, Mesa, AZ-2021, Sacramento, CA) began his career as a cartoonist and graphic designer, briefly working for Walt Disney Studios. As an artist, Thiebaud was associated with the US Pop Art movement: his still lifes gained nationwide attention as part of the landmark exhibition New Paintings of Common Objects in 1962, which also featured Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Ed Ruscha and is considered a milestone in the critical reception of Pop Art.

Conway The Machine covers Issue 36 of Preme Magazine March 2022

"Meet Frankie Marks: the world's least likely fashion PR. She got the job by fluke, she doesn't know the first thing about designers, she's always hungry, and she struggles to think before she speaks. When Frankie crash-lands in the prestigious GGC agency, her friends and family can't believe it - least of all her long-term (and long-suffering) boyfriend, James. Frankie quickly realises she needs to use everything she's got to survive life behind the scenes of this glamorous and chaotic industry - with its eccentric characters, towering expectations, and quite frankly ridiculous requests. But first, she needs to learn the difference between velour and velvet . . . As the pressure builds and Frankie's personal life begins to take the hit, she starts to wonder if she'll ever manage to escape the strange world of fashion unscathed. And, for that matter, does she even want to?"--Publisher.

'A breathtaking page-turner of a mystery' Susi HollidayDon't trust everyone you meet here...A young British backpacker goes missing on the West Coast Trail. No one is sure whether she died or simply disappeared. Apart from Laura. Twenty years later, a body has been found. And there's only one person who could reveal the secret that Laura's been hiding all this time. But she knows that two can keep a secret. IF ONE OF THEM IS DEAD. A tense and suspenseful thriller perfect for fans of M.J. Ford and Susi Holliday. Praise for Jenny Blackhurst'Fast-moving and laced with suspense, it buzzes from first page to last' Daily Mail'Electrifying' Woman's Own'Fabulously tense' Prima'Addictive stuff' Woman & Home'An addictive thriller' Good Housekeeping'A thoroughly twisty treat' Heat'The duel timeline and clever narratives really hook you into this tense and atmospheric thriller.' My Weekly'Utterly gripping' Clare Mackintosh'Jenny is an evil genius' Lisa Hall'Hooked from the first page' Claire Douglas'This talented writer knows a thing or two about her craft' Amanda Jennings'Compelling, disturbing and thoroughly enjoyable' Sharon Bolton'An outstanding and original thriller' B A Paris'Gripping and hugely enjoyable' Jane Casey'Had me hooked from the very first line. Tense, dark and highly compelling' B.P Walter'A dark, clever, and twisty read... I devoured it' A.A. Chaudhuri'A twisting tale... I was gripped until the final page' Sophie FlynnWhat readers are saying about The Hiking Trip 'A heart pounding thriller that left me on the edge of my seat.' ????? Reader review'A clever and enthralling story that I could not put down. Highly recommend this author as a whole as all her books are just brilliant.' ????? Reader review'A brilliant book by one of my favourite authors. I knew there was a twist coming and thought I had it all figured out until another twist blew me away! It's not often a book blindsides me so this was an amazing surprise.' ????? Reader review'The story is fast paced, the writing was really great, the thriller itself is unputdownable with twists and turns.' ????? Reader review'Definitely one of her best. I raced through it, just had to know how it was going to end and it did not disappoint.' ????? Reader review'I'd easily say this is one of my favourite thrillers of the year! It's modern and fresh and the main character makes smart choices. There are plenty twists and turns and it is a really fascinating story that unfolds at such a good pace.' ????? Reader review'As usual Jenny Blackhurst never disappoints. What a great book, I could not put this one down.' ????? Reader review'I raced through this... It is a fast paced psychological thriller which will keep you on the edge with the twists and turns. Will definitely be recommending this book to all.' ????? Reader review'This novel of mystery and intrigue is difficult to put down. I usually can guess the ending of a mystery story, but not in this case...' ????? Reader review'I was absolutely delighted to read another Jenny Blackhurst thriller... I was hooked from the opening paragraph. Jenny's books are always wonderful to read and so deftly written.' ????? Reader review

One of Us Is Lying meets Big Little Lies in Melissa de la Cruz's first YA thriller that follows four prep students at the center of a fatal car crash and the dangerous lengths they'll go to bury the truth of what really happened.One of them was driving.One of them was high.One of them screamed.And one of them died.When one of their own is tragically killed in a car crash, Argyle Prep is full of questions. Who was at the wheel? And more importantly, who was at fault?But in a place ruled by pedigree and privilege, the answers can only come at a price.Set against the glitz and glamour of an elite LA private school, Melissa de la Cruz's first YA thriller is an addictive whodunit perfect for fans of Gossip Girl and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder.

"Compact and affordable, Fodor's Compass American Guides: Yosemite and Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks is the perfect companion for those who want an easy-to-pack guidebook to some of the most exciting national parks in the United States."--

"After years on the road performing at sold-out venues alongside platinum-selling and Grammy-winning Christian artists, Tyson Motsenbocker returned home to the impending death of his 57-year-old hero and mother. He begged God to heal her, but she died anyway. When they buried her body, Tyson also buried the childhood version of his faith. Weeks before her death, however, Motsenbocker discovered the story of 18th-century Spanish monk St. Junipero Serra who dedicated his life to the idea that tragedy and suffering are portals to renewal. He discovered Serra's "El Camino Real," a 600-mile pilgrimage route down the California coast that had been largely forgotten for more than 200 years. In desperation, Motsenbocker sets out to retrace the Saint's steps along the freeways and underpasses, littered beaches and multi-million-dollar coastal estates. During the next 40 days, Motsenbocker sinks below the comfortable surface of society he has always known, enduring excruciating pain, dodging addicts and roaring traffic, stepping over rats, and befriending retired veterans. His pilgrimage up the Western shore of America connects him to a lost mystic who often seems to hover just above as he grieves the loss of his mother and the insolubility of the kind of God he once comfortably trusted. Where the Waves Turn Back is a literary journey for the wanderer, doubter, adventurer, skeptic, mystic and seeker in all of us. Worn-out and weary travelers of all ages will be invited, along with Motsenbocker, to renegotiate their place in a world that's irrevocably changed. Readers will be captivated by the depth of Motsenbocker's honesty and vulnerability, enchanted by his lyrical prose, and inspired by his hard-fought healing. But more than this, they will discover portals to their own spiritual wonderings-the kinds that require leaving behind the worlds we once loved and loving the worlds in which we live"--

"In this official centennial history of the greatest studio in Hollywood, unforgettable stars, untold stories, and rare images from the Warner Bros. vault bring a century of entertainment to vivid life"--

"Some of the tastiest California cooking today comes from wineries with edible gardens, and now you can take a visual tour of these magical culinary green spaces, peek inside the winery kitchens that reap the harvest, and bring sun-ripened flavors into your own home kitchen. Gather: Casual Cooking from Wine Country Gardens showcases some of California's most ambitious wineries' culinary gardens and the fresh, wine-friendly dishes they inspire, all vividly captured by three-time James Beard Award-winner Janet Fletcher. Bring the garden to the plate California-style with Heirloom Tomato and Peach Salad with Burrata or Golden Beet Gazpacho. Enjoy a glass of Sauvignon Blanc alongside Crostini with Garden Carrots, Goat Cheese, and Dukkah; or savor a platter of crisp spring vegetables with Caramelized Spring Onion Dip. To show off a fine California red wine, try Spring Lamb Chops Scottadito with Charred Tomato and Black Olive Tapenade or Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Broccoli di Cicco and Farro. The book's garden-inspired desserts include luscious finales such as Blood Orange Cráeme Brãulâee, Cheesecake with Blueberry Gelâee, and Lemon Verbena Apricots with Olive Oil-Sea Salt Ice Cream. In more than 60 delicious recipes, Gather delivers the finest of California's wine country to your door, demonstrating the creative ways that wineries use their garden bounty to please their guests and complement their wines"--

This deeply personal memoir of Alenka Vrecek's 2,500-mile solo bikepacking pilgrimage along the spine of the snow-covered Sierra Nevada and into the hostile desert mountains and plains of Mexico's Baja Peninsula-a story about crossing emotional, physical, and cultural boundaries?will inspire readers to follow their own dreams as Alenka followed hers.

In Healing Neighborhoods, Aboelata explores the role of public investments to facilitate and maintain healthy infrastructure in underserved neighborhoods. Rich with images and illustrations, Healing Neighborhoods illuminates barriers, challenges, opportunities, frameworks and recommendations for those committed to creating healthier communities and advancing racial justice.

'Such a charming read' CURTIS SITTENFELD'Smart, fresh and romantic . . . I loved this book with my whole heart' BETH O'LEARY'Absolutely irresistible - funny, addictive and deliciously romantic' ROSIE WALSH*****Nora's life is about to get a rewrite . . .Nora Hamilton knows the formula for love better than anyone. As a romance channel screenwriter, it's her job. But when her husband leaves her and their two kids, Nora turns the collapse of her marriage into the best script of her life. When it's picked up for the big screen and set to film on location at her picturesque Hudson Valley home, Nora's life will never be the same - especially after world-famous Hollywood actor and former 'Sexiest Man Alive' Leo Vance is cast as her ex-husband.The morning after the crew leaves, Nora finds Leo on her porch with a half-empty bottle of tequila and a proposition. He'll pay a thousand dollars a day to stay for an extra week. Seven days: it's the blink of an eye or an eternity, depending on how you look at it. It's enough time to fall in love. Enough time to break your heart . . .Filled with warmth, wit, and wisdom, Nora Goes Off Script is the best kind of love story - the real kind where love is complicated by work, kids, and the emotional baggage that comes with life. For Nora and Leo, this kind of love is bigger than the big screen.*****Readers love Nora Goes Off Script!'You will want to read this in one sitting! Gorgeous!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A perfect beach read'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A five-star rom com!'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'This book will have you laughing one minute and shedding a tear the next'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review'A lovely treat of a read'⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review