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A new era of Hogwarts begins. The HBO Original Series Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone is coming this Christmas to HBO Max.<BR><BR>Loved by millions of readers worldwide, let the third instalment of the greatest children's story of all time take you on an unforgettable journey. The hope and wonder of Harry Potter's world will make you want to escape to Hogwarts again and again. There's magic on every page!<BR><BR>When the Knight Bus crashes through the darkness and screeches to a halt in front of him, it's the start of another far from ordinary year at Hogwarts for Harry Potter. Sirius Black, escaped mass-murderer and follower of Lord Voldemort, is on the run - and they say he is coming after Harry. In his first ever Divination class, Professor Trelawney sees an omen of death in Harry's tea leaves . But perhaps most terrifying of all are the Dementors patrolling the school grounds, with their soul-sucking Kiss .<BR><BR>J.K. Rowling's enduringly popular Harry Potter books continue to captivate new generations of readers. Harry's third adventure alongside his friends, Ron and Hermione, invites you to explore even more of the wizarding world; from the secret passages of Hogwarts castle to the snowy lanes of Hogsmeade. This gorgeous paperback edition features a spectacular cover by award-winning artist Jonny Duddle, plus refreshed bonus material, allowing readers to learn about famous witches and wizards and find out more about the Patronus Charm. Get ready for the magical journey of a lifetime!<BR><BR>TIME-TURNING - TREACHERY - TRANSFIGURATION<BR><BR>Seven magical stories, one epic adventure.<BR><BR>**********************************<BR>Praise for the Harry Potter books:<BR><BR>'That rare thing, a series of stories adored by parents and children alike.' - Daily Telegraph<BR><BR>'A phenomenon . Grown men in suits have been spotted with them on trains. Parents squabble over who gets to read them to the kids, and teachers say a chapter can silence the most rowdy of classes.' - Guardian<BR><BR>'One of the greatest literary adventures of modern times.' - Sunday Telegraph<BR><BR>'Spellbinding, enchanting, bewitching stuff.' - Mirror<BR><BR>'The only thing wrong with it is that you can't put it down.' - Fiona Chadwick, 9 years old<BR><BR>'It is very funny. I would love to be Harry and make up some magic spell to play on my teachers.' - Tom El-Shawk, 11 years old<BR><BR>'My mum loved it so much she would not let my dad read any of it to me.' - Alexander Benn, 7 and 9¿ years old<BR><BR>'It's for all ages and it's brilliant.' - Katrina Farrant, 10 years old

She can never be his...but he's taking her anyway.Stoic, broody, and arrogant, elite bodyguard Rhys Larsen has two rules: 1) Protect his clients at all costs 2) Do not become emotionally involved. Ever.He has never once been tempted to break those rules...until her.Bridget von Ascheberg. A princess with a stubborn streak that matches his own and a hidden fire that reduces his rules to ash. She's nothing he expected and everything he never knew he needed.Day by day, inch by inch, she breaks down his defenses until he's faced with a truth he can no longer deny: he swore an oath to protect her, but all he wants is to ruin her. Take her.Because she's his.His princess.His forbidden fruit.His every depraved fantasy.***Regal, strong-willed, and bound by the chains of duty, Princess Bridget dreams of the freedom to live and love as she chooses.But when her brother abdicates, she's suddenly faced with the prospect of a loveless, politically expedient marriage and a throne she never wanted.And as she navigates the intricacies-and treacheries-of her new role, she must also hide her desire for a man she can't have.Her bodyguard.Her protector.Her ultimate ruin.Unexpected and forbidden, theirs is a love that could destroy a kingdom...and doom them both.Twisted Games is a contemporary royal bodyguard romance. It's book two of the Twisted series but can be read as a standalone.Warning: This book contains a possessive alpha hero, explicit sexual content, and profanity.

THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE HUGELY ANTICIPATED SONGBIRDS. INCLUDES A FREE CHAPTER.<BR><BR>A RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB CHOICE 2020 <BR> A BBC RADIO 2 BOOK CLUB CHOICE 2019<BR> WINNER OF THE ASPEN WORDS LITERARY PRIZE<BR> THE READING AGENCY'S PICK FOR NATIONAL READING GROUP DAY<BR>OVER A MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE <BR><BR>'This is a novel of international significance. Courageous, provocative, haunting, it will open our eyes' Heather Morris, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz<BR><BR>In the midst of war, he found love<BR>In the midst of darkness, he found courage<BR>In the midst of tragedy, he found hope<BR><BR>What will you find from his story?<BR><BR>Nuri is a beekeeper; his wife, Afra, an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo - until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war, they are forced to escape. <BR><BR>As Nuri and Afra travel through a broken world, they must confront not only the pain of their own unspeakable loss, but dangers that would overwhelm the bravest of souls. Above all - and perhaps this is the hardest thing they face - they must journey to find each other again.<BR><BR>Moving, powerful, compassionate and beautifully written, The Beekeeper of Aleppo is a testament to the triumph of the human spirit. Told with deceptive simplicity, it is the kind of book that reminds us of the power of storytelling.<BR><BR>- - - - - - - <BR><BR><BR>'This book dips below the deafening headlines, and tells a true story with subtlety and power' Esther Freud<BR><BR>'A beautiful novel, intelligent, thoughtful; and relevant. I'm recommending this book to everyone I care about. So I'm recommending this book to you' Benjamin Zephaniah<BR><BR>'This compelling tale had me gripped with its compassion, its sensual style and its onward and lively urge for resolution' Daljit Nagra<BR><BR>'Powerful, thought-provoking and beautifully crafted' Choice Magazine<BR><BR><BR><BR><BR><BR>***DON'T MISS CHRISTY LEFTERI'S MOVING AND CAPTIVATING NEW NOVEL: THE BOOK OF FIRE, OUT NOW!***