'A modern-day The Help' - Emerald Street'It's a book to read and then read again.' The Book Bag'I loved The Maid's Room with its exquisite writing, married with a shocking and powerful story line that had me gripped and moved until the uplifting conclusion.' Katie Marsh, author of A Life Without You and This Beautiful Life

Two women. Two children. But whose is whose?'An emotionally charged and thought-provoking read that any parent will relate to' Woman's WeeklyWhen two strangers, Tess and Annie, undergo IVF at an American clinic, their embryos are mixed up and each woman gives birth to the wrong child.The women only discover the devastating error three years later. Tess wants to swap the children back; Annie doesn't. As the pair wrangle, nei...

This book examines how the fortunes of 19th century railroad tycoons concealed practices that eroded public trust, tracing the connection between robber baron era manipulation and later Wall Street fraud. It explores how recurring cycles of financial excess reshaped American capitalism and contributed to lasting skepticism toward concentrated corporate power in both the United States and Europe. Railroad magnates such as Jay Gould and Cornelius Vanderbilt expanded their empires through mon...

Experience the magic of Morocco—without overspending or falling for tourist traps. Morocco by Riad and Rail on Micro-Budgets is your smart, student-friendly guide to traveling across the country using trains, local guesthouses, and authentic street experiences. Learn how to plan a full itinerary under tight budgets, find safe and charming riads, and navigate Morocco's efficient rail network with confidence. Discover tea stops and cafés where locals gather, explore vibrant souks without sca...

Before the spinning jenny and the steam locomotive, British life followed the sun and the season. Within two generations, the country had rearranged itself around the factory bell and the railway timetable. This book examines how technological innovation did not simply increase production—it fundamentally altered how people lived, worked, and understood time itself.

A coastline seen at dusk could alter world maps for centuries. In maritime exploration, entire islands emerged from fear, distance, fog, and ambition, entering official navigation charts long before anyone proved they existed. Phantom islands shaped trade routes, naval expeditions, and imperial claims across the Atlantic and Pacific worlds. Cartographers of the Age of Discovery relied on fragmented reports from exhausted sailors navigating uncertain seas. A volcanic cloud became a continen...

Are shipping and warehousing costs quietly devouring your margins while you focus on growth? Every late delivery, every half-empty truck, every redundant inventory hold is a leak in your profit pipeline. This book reveals the hidden cost drivers that standard accounting misses. You will learn a practical framework for auditing your entire supply chain: from supplier selection to last-mile delivery. Apply the five-step waste elimination process and see 15-25% cost reduction within a quarter...

For readers of The Help and The Invention of Wings, a searing and sweeping debut novel that gives a new and unforgettable perspective on modern day domestic workers.Set in the blistering heat of Singapore, THE MAID'S ROOM follows the lives of two Filipina maids - sisters Dolly and Tala who are working hard to send money back home, and British ex-pat Jules who has left her job as a midwife to move to Singapore with husband David.Told with h...

***The second novel from Fiona Mitchell, author of the stunning The Maid's Room***When two strangers, Tess and Annie, undergo IVF at an American clinic, their embryos are mixed up and each woman gives birth to the wrong child.The women only discover the devastating error three years later. Tess wants to swap the children back; Annie doesn't. As the pair wrangle, neither of them expect what unfolds.Two women. Two children. One though...

Monsters in Greek literature are often thought of as creatures which exist in mythological narratives, however, as this book shows, they appear in a much broader range of ancient sources and are used in creation narratives, ethnographic texts, and biology to explore the limits of the human body and of the human world.This book provides an in-depth examination of the role of monstrosity in ancient Greek literature. In the past, monsters in this context have largely been treated as u...

The old rules of business are dead. Speed now trumps polish. Professionals who obsess over perfecting every detail are losing ground to competitors who ship fast and iterate. This book reveals the "First Draft Mindset"—a proven approach to producing high-quality work without the paralyzing need for flawlessness. You will discover how to set "good enough" standards that still impress, cut review cycles in half, and build a reputation for reliability and delivery. Do not let a fear of imperf...

Every woman deserves the freedom to explore, connect, and thrive—without fear holding her back. Unshakable Boundaries is your modern survival and empowerment toolkit, built for today’s fast-moving world. Packed with practical strategies, real-world scenarios, and cutting-edge safety techniques, this guide arms you with the confidence to navigate any situation—whether you’re walking home late at night, meeting someone new, or traveling solo.More than just defense tactics, this book ...