The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn

The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn
Author: Freya Kennedy
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2020-05-05
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1838899030

'A lovely escape that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Just what’s needed at the moment.' #1 bestseller, Jane Fallon If you can dream it, you can make it come true... Libby Quinn is sick and tired of being sensible. After years of slogging her guts out for nothing at a PR company, she finds herself redundant and about to plough every last penny of her savings into refurbishing a ramshackle shop and making her dream of owning her own bookshop become a reality. She hopes opening 'Once Upon A Book' on Ivy Lane will be the perfect tribute to her beloved grandfather who instilled a love of reading and books in her from an early age. When her love life and friendships become even more complicated – will Libby have the courage to follow her dreams? Or has she bitten off more than she can chew? A gorgeous new romantic comedy about taking chances and realising your dreams, perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Christie Barlow and Mhairi McFarlane. What readers are saying about The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn: 'Uplifting and full of hope, this story is one you can immerse yourself in for a good few hours and come out if it feeling better about the world.' 'This brought a smile to my face in these difficult times, feel good read, great characters and good storyline.' 'I absolutely loved it, truly one of the best books I have read.' 'This is a light, cheerful, quick read.' 'A fun and heartwarming book.' 'This is a gorgeous, uplifting, heart warming read that made a sunny Sunday afternoon all the better.' 'This truly is a beautiful story and easy to give five stars. It reminded me why I love to read, why escaping into the pages of a good book is just what the mind needs every now and again, and of course with a happy ending, I finished this story with a smile and a tear.' 'It was an uplifting, enjoyable read.' 'I loved this book' 'Funny, witty, romantic, uplifting, fabulously fun, great cast of characters and a good storyline. I really enjoyed this one.' 'The perfect antidote to all the doom and gloom that's on the news at the moment' 'The story put a smile on my face & was a beautiful uplifting read.' 'A fun story, and one I found hard to put down. Highly recommend this one, and look forward to reading more by this author.' 'This is more than just romantic fiction it's like a trip down memory lane where you can remember your own childhood.' 'Loved every minute spent with Libby Quinn' 'The plot was so good you didn't want the book to end!' 'Great lighthearted read, each chapters titled after classic books, which is a nice touch. Libby goes on a rollercoaster ride, in her personal life, whilst endeavoring to make their dream reality.' 'What a gorgeous book! I really liked the story and it touched my heart in so many ways.'

In Pursuit of Happiness

In Pursuit of Happiness
Author: Freya Kennedy
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2020-12-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1838899359

'A lovely escape that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Just what’s needed at the moment'No1 bestselling author, Jane Fallon The world is waiting...but just outside of your comfort zone. Jo Campbell is perfectly content in a perfectly structured life. Nothing ever changes in Jo’s life, and she likes it that way. Or at least, she tells herself she does. Most of the time, she manages to push down the tiny voice that tells her to chase her dream and maybe, just maybe, open her battered and bruised heart up to love. But to chase her dreams she needs to take chances that are way out of her comfort zone and learn to not put other people’s happiness above her own. Most of all she has to learn to trust her heart, which may just be the biggest challenge of all. What readers are saying about In Pursuit of Happiness: 'What a lovely story! I loved The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn and couldn't wait to return to Ivy Lane.' ' Love this Author, she hasn't disappointed me yet.' 'Absolutely fantastic, I couldn't put it down!'

The Ivy Lane Series

The Ivy Lane Series
Author: Freya Kennedy
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 949
Release: 2024-03-19
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1836036574

Discover the heartwarming Ivy Lane series from bestseller Freya Kennedy 'A lovely escape that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Just what’s needed at the moment.' Jane Fallon The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn In Pursuit of Happiness Don't Stop Believing The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn If you can dream it, you can make it come true... Libby Quinn is sick and tired of being sensible. After years of slogging her guts out for nothing at a PR company, she finds herself redundant and about to plough every last penny of her savings into refurbishing a ramshackle shop and making her dream of owning her own bookshop become a reality. She hopes opening 'Once Upon A Book' on Ivy Lane will be the perfect tribute to her beloved grandfather who instilled a love of reading and books in her from an early age. When her love life and friendships become even more complicated – will Libby have the courage to follow her dreams? Or has she bitten off more than she can chew? In Pursuit of Happiness The world is waiting...but just outside of your comfort zone. Jo Campbell is perfectly content in a perfectly structured life. Nothing ever changes in Jo’s life, and she likes it that way. Or at least, she tells herself she does. Most of the time, she manages to push down the tiny voice that tells her to chase her dream and maybe, just maybe, open her battered and bruised heart up to love. But to chase her dreams she needs to take chances that are way out of her comfort zone and learn to not put other people’s happiness above her own. Most of all she has to learn to trust her heart, which may just be the biggest challenge of all. Don't Stop Believing Erin Donohue would describe herself as happy. Well, maybe not exactly happy... but not unhappy either. For the most part she loves her job as Head Chef at The Ivy Inn, working alongside bestfriend, Jo and making a home with boyfriend Aaron. Things are going just fine. Or so she thinks... After a tough shift, Erin returns home to be greeted by silence. There is no trace of Aaron or his belongings. In that split second her whole life and world are turned upside down. After a small pity party, Erin pulls herself together and starts to re-evaluate her life. Her friends seem to be chasing their dreams while she’s been left single and wondering what on earth her next move will be. But then fate throws her a sign. Can she find the courage to build the life she always dreamed of but believed was out of her reach? And can her bravery inspire other residents of Ivy Lane to take a chance on finding their own happy ending?

The Fecking Fabulous Forties Club

The Fecking Fabulous Forties Club
Author: Freya Kennedy
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2024-08-20
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1835338283

Preorder the BRAND NEW, funny and uplifting novel from bestseller Freya Kennedy, and find out what happens when Derry Girls become Derry Women... Becca Burnside isn’t sure where it all went wrong... How did she end up single in her forties, with the highlight of her weekend being a trip to Big Asda with her mum and the only chance of cuddles coming from her dog? It’s fair to say that Becca’s life isn’t quite where she’d hoped it would be. She already knew that, deep down, but when she finds the time capsule she and her friends made as teenagers and remembers the hopes and dreams sixteen-year-old Becki (with an i) had for the future, she knows she has to do something, and fast. Refusing to be controlled by her hot flushes and Unexplained Waves of Sadness, Becca is determined to turn things around – for Becki’s sake. But what will it take to prove there’s life in the old girl yet? Join the most fabulous club in town! Perfect for fans of Serena Terry and Alexandra Potter. 'Fabulously funny writing and a real celebration of female friendship. Tons of fun!' #1 bestseller, Fiona Gibson More praise for Freya Kennedy: ‘Very girl power book and about how friends are family I loved it’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Fabulous, such a lovely read – positive and uplifting!’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Loved it! The equivalent of comfort food in book form.’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘This book is a total delight – heartwarming, charming, moving and romantic, with the loveliest touches of humour and the most wonderful community filled with individuals who’ll soon feel like your closest of friends. Highly recommended – I really loved it.’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘If I haven’t made my opinion clear, then I’ll simply say that this is a must-read!’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘This is a moving, romantic and fun story, which I can do nothing but wholeheartedly recommend.’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘I really enjoyed this book, can't wait to read more by this author in the future. They have a great writing style that keeps you hooked till the end of the book.’ Goodreads review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

In Pursuit of Happiness

In Pursuit of Happiness
Author: Freya Kennedy
Publisher: Boldwood Books Limited
Total Pages: 256
Release: 2022-04-18
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9781804261767

'A lovely escape that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy inside. Just what's needed at the moment'No1 bestselling author, Jane FallonThe world is waiting...but just outside of your comfort zone. Jo Campbell is perfectly content in a perfectly structured life. Nothing ever changes in Jo's life, and she likes it that way. Or at least, she tells herself she does. Most of the time, she manages to push down the tiny voice that tells her to chase her dream and maybe, just maybe, open her battered and bruised heart up to love. But to chase her dreams she needs to take chances that are way out of her comfort zone and learn to not put other people's happiness above her own. Most of all she has to learn to trust her heart, which may just be the biggest challenge of all. What readers are saying about In Pursuit of Happiness: 'What a lovely story! I loved The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn and couldn't wait to return to Ivy Lane.' ' Love this Author, she hasn't disappointed me yet.' 'Absolutely fantastic, I couldn't put it down!'

It's Complicated

It's Complicated
Author: Danah Boyd
Publisher: Yale University Press
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2014-02-25
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0300166311

Surveys the online social habits of American teens and analyzes the role technology and social media plays in their lives, examining common misconceptions about such topics as identity, privacy, danger, and bullying.

The Duke and I

The Duke and I
Author: Julia Quinn
Publisher: HarperLuxe
Total Pages: 592
Release: 2020-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780063063235

From New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the first novel in the beloved Regency-set world of her charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for Netflix. In the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, rules abound. From their earliest days, children of aristocrats learn how to address an earl and curtsey before a prince--while other dictates of the ton are unspoken yet universally understood. A proper duke should be imperious and aloof. A young, marriageable lady should be amiable...but not too amiable. Daphne Bridgerton has always failed at the latter. The fourth of eight siblings in her close-knit family, she has formed friendships with the most eligible young men in London. Everyone likes Daphne for her kindness and wit. But no one truly desires her. She is simply too deuced honest for that, too unwilling to play the romantic games that captivate gentlemen. Amiability is not a characteristic shared by Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings. Recently returned to England from abroad, he intends to shun both marriage and society--just as his callous father shunned Simon throughout his painful childhood. Yet an encounter with his best friend's sister offers another option. If Daphne agrees to a fake courtship, Simon can deter the mamas who parade their daughters before him. Daphne, meanwhile, will see her prospects and her reputation soar. The plan works like a charm--at first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London's elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule... This novel includes the 2nd epilogue, a peek at the story after the story.

The Shop Girls of Harpers

The Shop Girls of Harpers
Author: Rosie Clarke
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2019-12-03
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1838892044

The beginning of a brand new series from #1 bestselling author Rosie ClarkeWelcome to Harpers of Oxford Street. London 1911 When Sally, Beth, Margaret and Rachel meet at a job interview for the wonderful new store in Oxford Street, they have no idea they will become lifelong friends. When all four girls are lucky enough to be selected as sales staff their exciting new adventure begins. Join them as they overcome heartbreak and grief, find love and happiness and remain united in their friendship, whatever life throws at them. A heart-warming saga following the lives, loves and losses of the Harpers Girls. Perfect for fans of Nadine Dorries, Pam Howes and Dilly Court. What readers are saying about The Shop Girls of Harpers: ' Brilliant read. Wonderful characters that draw you into Harpers world. Thoroughly enjoyable' - Kitty Neale 'A lovely book to read and the first of a new series with characters that blend so well and a great story of friendship, family and love. Well worth 5*' - Reader Review 'A lovely read first in a new series, looking forward to the next. English saga writing at its best: wonderful characters, emotional, warm, lovely, highly recommend' - Reader Review 'Heart Warming, Compelling and Authentic, that features strong friendships, trials and tribulations of each woman, strong, relatable female characters, and a wonderfully enchanting location ' - Reader Review 'This book is brilliantly written and the descriptions are so well done that you feel like you are there in the book as a character. '- Reader Review 'I got sucked in immediately and could not put it down!'- Reader Review 'I can 100% guarantee that I will be reading more of Rosie's work in the future'- Reader Review

The Pursuit Of Happiness

The Pursuit Of Happiness
Author: Douglas Kennedy
Publisher: Random House
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2008-09-04
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 1407098403

The critically acclaimed bestseller from the author of The Moment and A Special Relationship. New York, 1945 - Sara Smythe, a young, beautiful and intelligent woman, ready to make her own way in the big city attends her brothers Thanksgiving Eve party. As the party gets into full swing, in walks Jack Malone, a US Army journalist back from a defeated Germany and a man unlike any Sara has ever met before - one who is destined to change Sara's future forever. But finding love isn't the same as finding happiness - as Sara and Jack soon find out. In post-war America chance meetings aren't always as they seem, and people's choices can often have profound repercussions. Sara and Jack find they are subject to forces beyond their control and that their destinies are formed by more than just circumstance. In this world of intrigue and emotional conflict, Sara must fight to survive -against Jack, as much as for him. In this mesmerising tale of longing and betrayal, The Pursuit of Happiness is a great tragic love story; a tale of divided loyalties, decisive moral choices, and the random workings of destiny.