A week ago Laurie's little sister Yanie exploded into tears because her boyfriend had proposed. At the time, Laurie thought was perfectly reasonable to encourage her to say yes. Yet somehow it's started Laurie down the rabbit hole of trying to organize a wedding, and her life, in seven weeks.In Episode 3: Laurie is in harmony with the universe as she waits for a reply from an impressive internet dating prospect she's contacted. Self-satisfied with her steps so far to take control o...

"In contrast to my little sister's belief I'm in a relationship with a man whom I've only just met and have refused to date, I'm in fact going out tomorrow night with a stranger from the internet whom I haven't met yet but have agreed to date at least once. Then, I'm going out with my brother who's just announced he's leaving the country in three days' time, but at least no one thinks that's a date. While I do hate lying to my sister, in my defence Yanie hasn't told me why she's getting ma...

About to start a new writing project, be it novel, thesis or website?Then you need to read this book first!The Five Day Writer's Retreat prepares you for a lifestyle of writing and trains you to avoid the pain and anguish of writer's block and burn out later. It follows a health retreat format with food for thought, time for soul searching, gentle exercise and inspiration to keep you motivated.Become a new writer, with passion and excitement again!From Day 1...

Tired of getting no replies to your online dating messages?Well let me ask you a question. How much effort have you really put into preparing your profile?As my mother always said, if you're going to do something, you might as well do it right.If you are really looking for love, then I can help you create an irresistible profile targeted towards your perfect woman. I've pulled together the top advice from three very different fields to give you the ultimate edge....

"Tonight I finally get to meet Mr. Timothy Farren, writer extraordinaire and the only person who understood my 17-year-old soul. Unfortunately, despite having planned this moment all of my adult life, the actual reality is going to be the most awkward situation I've ever been in.Why is a successful outcome for tonight's meeting running at 1:100 with the bookies? First of all, this is the man I've fantasised about for 12 years. I have introduced myself to him close on a thousand time...

Laurie's got five weeks left to convince her sister she's broken up with famous Australian author Timothy Farren, which should be easier now she's actually met him, but instead has become more complicated. She also needs a date to take to the wedding, and internet dating is still letting her down - in so many ways. Oh, and she really needs her phone to start working, both so the cute guy of her daydreams she's accidentally run into three times now can use the number he won off her, and als...

Laurie Barker is 29, single, and dreams of being a published author. So she doesn't mind that she currently dedicates her time to being an unpaid slave to a literary agent while spending her nights working in a call centre to pay the bills, much. But when her younger sister announces she's getting married in seven weeks, Laurie has a problem: she has seven weeks to perfect her life. Step one of this is to find a boyfriend so she doesn't have to admit to her family that not only isn't she d...

Do you believe that knowing about someone's childhood will help you to understand them? John Verry has become a very precise man, comfortable within his perfectly timed and arranged little world. But what led him to this? And as an author, do I really have any control over him? 'John Verry' is a short story playing with and enjoying the relationship between author and character.

'I absolutely loved this book!' Maxine MorreyWhen Charley finds herself suddenly single on Christmas Day it feels like her world has fallen apart.Forced to move back in with her parents, she embarks on a journey of re-invention. When she meets Ed, who is on honeymoon alone after being jilted at the altar by a bride he's never met, it looks like her life may be taking a turn for the better.Fate, however, has other ideas, and she and Ed are...

A short ebook exclusive story from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Christmas for BeginnersBeth and Michael have worked hard all their married life to give their children everything they want. It hasn't been easy but it's been worth it. Now, as Beth enjoys quality time with her family on their beach holiday, she knows she has a lot to be thankful for. But it's not until she's faced with her biggest challenge yet that Beth really begins to understand how luck...

'Totally relatable and hilarious - one of the best books I've read' - Heat'Laugh-out-loud funny. Truly, the Bridget Jones for our generation' - Louise O'NeillWhat do you get if you cross a dozen drunk hens with one shiny Butler in the Buff?Meet Lilah Fox. She's on the hen do from hell. Then she gets a message (44 of them, actually) from her best friend with big news: she's getting married in six months. Oh, and Lilah's her maid...

Curl up with three festive short stories from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Christmas for BeginnersAll I Want for Christmas is YouChristmas is around the corner but Maria just can't get into the spirit - will she ever find Mr Right? But when a secret admirer starts leaving her poems and notes, it looks as though her luck is about to change . . .Cold TurkeyTara is in love with a man ...