Ian Moore

The rip-roaring third book in The Times-bestselling murder mystery series, by leading TV/radio comedian Ian Moore! Perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Julia Chapman, or MC Beaton Richard Ainsworth's French B&B has been taken over by a production company shooting a historical film at the Château de Valençay. But everything grinds to a halt with the sudden passing of an actor under suspicious circumstances. To get to the bottom of things, Valérie d'Orçay and Richard offer catering services to the hastily resumed production. There they discover that the vanity, duplicity and murder of an 18th century French court is nothing compared to that of a 21st century film set, with more heads yet to roll.

A crew is staying at Richard's B&B while filming at a nearby chateau. But when a beloved actor suddenly dies, Richard and Valerie go undercover to discover whether his death was really an accident.

Richard is a middle-aged Englishman who runs a B&B in the Val de Follet. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really that's the way he likes it. Until scandal erupts in the nearby town of Saint-Sauver when its famous restaurant is downgraded from three 'Michelin' stars to two. The restaurant is shamed, the town is in shock and the leading goat's cheese supplier drowns himself in one of his own pasteurisation tanks. Or does he? Valérie d'Orçay, who is staying at the B&B while house-hunting in the area, isn't convinced that it's a suicide. Despite his misgivings, Richard is drawn into Valérie's investigation, and finds himself becoming a major player.

The funniest, most delightful mystery you'll read all year A very funny page-turner. Fantastique --Adam Kay, author of This Is Going to HurtRichard is a middle-aged Englishman who runs a B&B in the fictional Val de Follet in the Loire Valley. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really that's the way he likes it.One day, however, one of his older guests disappears, leaving behind a bloody handprint on the wallpaper. Another guest, the exotic Val rie, persuades a reluctant Richard to join her in investigating the disappearance.Richard remains a dazed passenger in the case until things become really serious and someone murders Ava Gardner, one of his beloved hens... and you don't mess with a fellow's hens Death and Croissants is an unputdownable, hilarious mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club.What readers are saying: Richard Osman meets Sherlock Holmes rampaging through the charming Loire Valley in this raucously funny book. I loved it.A light, very funny mystery with appealing characters in a wonderful French countryside.Oh wow, this was funny. This one just knocks it out of the park.A story full of interesting and diverse characters told with lots of humor.The author gives you everything you want in a humorous, witty mystery that chases you through all the twists and turns with murder, mafia, and mayhem.

Richard Ainsworth is preparing for the Christmas of his dreams: quiet, no guests at his French B&B and his favourite films on the TV. None of which seems on the cards when his rural peace is shattered by the unexpected arrival of a familiar face. Valérie d’Orçay has hotfooted it from Paris with her chihuahua in tow and an invitation to a Christmas themed murder mystery game. Richard begrudgingly dresses up as Father Christmas, but the costume becomes the least of his worries when he realises this isn't a game to everyone. As other guests arrive to join the hunt, can Richard work out who is the victim - and who is murderer?

The sequel to the bestselling Death and Croissants - now optioned for TV - by leading TV/radio comedian Ian Moore, perfect for fans of Richard Osman

Richard is a middle-aged Englishman who runs a B&B in the Val de Follet. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really that's the way he likes it. Until scandal erupts in the nearby town of Saint-Sauver when its famous restaurant is downgraded from three 'Michelin' stars to two. The restaurant is shamed, the town is in shock and the leading goat's cheese supplier drowns himself in one of his own pasteurisation tanks. Or does he? Valérie d'Orçay, who is staying at the B&B while house-hunting in the area, isn't convinced that it's a suicide. Despite his misgivings, Richard is drawn into Valérie's investigation, and finds himself becoming a major player.

Richard is a middle-aged Englishman who runs a B&B in the fictional Val de Follet in the Loire Valley. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really that’s the way he likes it. One day, however, one of his older guests disappears, leaving behind a bloody handprint on the wallpaper. Another guest, the exotic Valérie, persuades a reluctant Richard to join her in investigating the disappearance. Richard remains a dazed passenger in the case until things become really serious and someone murders Ava Gardner, one of his beloved hens... and you don’t mess with a fellow’s hens! An unputdownable mystery set in rural France, by TV/radio regular and bestselling author Ian Moore – perfect for readers of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club

Richard is a middle-aged Englishman who runs a B&B in the fictional Val de Follet in the Loire Valley. Nothing ever happens to Richard, and really that’s the way he likes it. One day, however, one of his older guests disappears, leaving behind a bloody handprint on the wallpaper. Another guest, the exotic Valérie, persuades a reluctant Richard to join her in investigating the disappearance. Richard remains a dazed passenger in the case until things become really serious and someone murders Ava Gardner, one of his beloved hens... and you don’t mess with a fellow’s hens! An unputdownable mystery set in rural France, by TV/radio regular and bestselling author Ian Moore – perfect for readers of Richard Osman's The Thursday Murder Club

A selection of poems to support children's mental health, empathy and resilience. This volume includes accessible poems on a whole range of themes and topics important to children today; ranging from anti-bullying messages (Alone, Bullied), to being in care and having a parent in prison (New Girl), the loss of a pet (Goodbye) and living with Autism (Old Professor Me) through to embarrassment and personal hygiene (Yesterday's Socks). There is a strong focus on recognising and celebrating individual differences, whether they relate to culture, ethnicity, religion, disability or additional needs.

Divine Providence is a collection of short stories and poems that ask the question: 'Why, when good befalls us we calls it Providence, but when evil befalls us we call it fate'The Alchemy of Happiness features, Aloysius Williams' adventures' in search of the meaning of happiness; along with a collection of poems & satires on religion, culture and prejudice which will challenge the history buffs and delight the lovers of tall-tales and happy endings. There is a special Providence that protects idiots, drunkards, children and the UnitedStates of America.Otto von Bismarck

What would happen if you could make anything happen? When four ordinary British school kids have an encounter with a fallen angel from the stars one of them becomes as powerful as God. School time is over for everybody now, only there are still some questions to be answered. Who will be punished, who will be forgiven? What is worth saving, what will be erased? How do gods keep themselves from going insane with power, and why in Heaven and on Earth should they even try to?