Tia Williams

It was love at first flight . . . Now she just has to find him Sasha Cruz knows types. As a booked-and-busy casting agent, she's always casting - at happy hour, the post office, the grocery store, everywhere. She's all about finding the perfect person to slot into the perfect role. What she doesn't do, however, are relationships. But when Sasha's seated next to a mysterious, broodingly handsome Italian man on the way to a work trip in Paris, sparks fly - only to miss the chance to exchange contact information. Convinced he is her soulmate, Sasha embarks on a manhunt to find Seat F. When Sasha enlists her work friend for help in the search, she accidentally emails the entire global company, and colleagues around the world begin looking for Seat F - with some finding love along the way. Meanwhile, Sasha takes matters into her own hands, hiring a smouldering detective who complicates matters in unforeseen ways . . . New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams returns with an intensely romantic, deliciously sexy tale about a woman searching for her handsome seatmate on a long-haul flight - and the unexpected places her hunt for love leads her. EVERYONE LOVES TIA WILLIAMS' NOVELS 'Funny, sexy, and breathtakingly romantic' EMILY HENRY 'Williams never ceases to surprise and delight!' ROBINNE LEE 'Tia Williams writes instant classics' KENNEDY RYAN 'A sexy, modern love story' REESE WITHERSPOON READERS LOVE TIA WILLIAMS 'A sexy, funny, emotional read' ????? 'Best book I've read all year' ????? 'My favourite ever read' ????? 'Uplifting and entrancing' ?????

New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams returns with an intensely romantic, deliciously sexy tale about a woman searching for her handsome seatmate on a European flight--and the unexpected places her hunt for love leads her. Sasha Cruz knows types. As a booked-and-busy casting agent, she's always casting -- at happy hour, the post office, the grocery store, everywhere. She's all about finding the perfect person to slot into the perfect role. What she doesn't do, however, are relationships. Too much energy, not enough time. Men find her intimidating, and she likes it that way. But when Sasha's seated next to a mysterious, broodingly handsome Italian man on the way to a work trip in Paris, sparks fly - but they miss the chance to exchange contact information. Now, convinced that she's lost out on her soulmate, Sasha is on a manhunt to find Seat F. Sasha enlists her work friend for help in the search, but when she accidentally emails the entire global company, colleagues around the world begin looking for Seat F, too - with some finding love along the way. Meanwhile, Sasha takes matters into her own hands, hiring a smoldering detective who complicates matters in unforeseen ways.

New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams returns with an intensely romantic, deliciously sexy tale about a woman searching for her handsome seatmate on a European flight--and the unexpected places her hunt for love leads her. Sasha Cruz knows types. As a booked-and-busy casting agent, she's always casting -- at happy hour, the post office, the grocery store, everywhere. She's all about finding the perfect person to slot into the perfect role. What she doesn't do, however, are relationships. Too much energy, not enough time. Men find her intimidating, and she likes it that way. But when Sasha's seated next to a mysterious, broodingly handsome Italian man on the way to a work trip in Paris, sparks fly - but they miss the chance to exchange contact information. Now, convinced that she's lost out on her soulmate, Sasha is on a manhunt to find Seat F. Sasha enlists her work friend for help in the search, but when she accidentally emails the entire global company, colleagues around the world begin looking for Seat F, too - with some finding love along the way. Meanwhile, Sasha takes matters into her own hands, hiring a smoldering detective who complicates matters in unforeseen ways.

A New York Times bestseller Scorching-hot summer. Scorching-hot chemistry. Two teens can't forget they're just friends in this sweet, funny, electrifying romance from New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams. Perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Nicola Yoon. MEET AUDRE. Junior class president. Debate team captain. Unofficial student therapist. Desperately in need of a good time. MEET BASH. Mysterious new senior. Everybody's crush. Tall, floppy, great taste in jewelry. King of having a good time. It's the last day of school at Cheshire Prep, Brooklyn's elite academy--and Audre Mercy-Moore's life is a mess. Her dad cancelled her annual summer visit to his Malibu beach house. Now? She's stuck in a claustrophobic apartment with her mom, stepdad, and one-year-old sister (aka the Goblin Baby). Under these conditions, she'll never finish writing her self-help book--ie, the key to winning over Stanford's admissions board. Cut to Bash Henry Audre hires him to be her "fun consultant." His job? To help her complete the Experience Challenge--her list of five wild dares designed to give her juicy book material. She'll get inspo; he'll get paid. Everybody wins. He isn't boyfriend material. And she's not looking for one. Can they stay professional despite their obvious connection? Fun fact: Audre Mercy-Moore first appeared in the New York Times bestseller Seven Days in June and now stars in her own story

'First love at its finest' JASMINE GUILLORY'Five stars for Audre & Bash are Just Friends' MEG CABOTMEET AUDRE. Junior class president. Debate team captain. Unofficial student therapist. Desperately in need of a good time. MEET BASH. Mysterious new senior. Everybody's crush. Tall, floppy, great taste in jewellery. King of having a good time. It's the last day of school at Cheshire Prep, Brooklyn's elite academy - and Audre Mercy-Moore's life is a mess. Her dad cancelled her annual summer visit to his Malibu beach house. Now? She's stuck in a claustrophobic apartment with her mom, stepdad, and one-year-old sister (aka the Goblin Baby). Under these conditions, she'll never finish writing her self-help book - i.e., the key to landing a spot at her dream university. Cut to Bash Henry! Audre hires him to be her 'fun consultant'. His job? To help her complete the Experience Challenge - her list of five wild dares designed to give her juicy book material. She'll get inspo; he'll get paid. Everybody wins. He isn't boyfriend material. And she's not looking for one. Can they stay professional despite their obvious connection? SCORCHING-HOT SUMMER. SCORCHING-HOT CHEMISTRY. But Audre and Bash can't forget - they're just friends.***A GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK***

An INSTANT New York Times Bestseller Scorching-hot summer. Scorching-hot chemistry. Two teens can't forget they're just friends in this sweet, funny, electrifying romance from New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams. Perfect for fans of Jenny Han and Nicola Yoon. MEET AUDRE. Junior class president. Debate team captain. Unofficial student therapist. Desperately in need of a good time. MEET BASH. Mysterious new senior. Everybody's crush. Tall, floppy, great taste in jewelry. King of having a good time. It's the last day of school at Cheshire Prep, Brooklyn's elite academy--and Audre Mercy-Moore's life is a mess. Her dad cancelled her annual summer visit to his Malibu beach house. Now? She's stuck in a claustrophobic apartment with her mom, stepdad, and one-year-old sister (aka the Goblin Baby). Under these conditions, she'll never finish writing her self-help book--ie, the key to winning over Stanford's admissions board. Cut to Bash Henry Audre hires him to be her "fun consultant." His job? To help her complete the Experience Challenge--her list of five wild dares designed to give her juicy book material. She'll get inspo; he'll get paid. Everybody wins. He isn't boyfriend material. And she's not looking for one. Can they stay professional despite their obvious connection? Fun fact: Audre Mercy-Moore first appeared in the New York Times bestseller Seven Days in June and now stars in her own story

'A spellbinding modern fairytale, sexy and warm and full of hope and the power of love' BOLU BABALOLA'Funny, sexy and breathtakingly romantic' EMILY HENRYOne florist. One pianist. One love story . . . One hundred years in the making.Ricki Wilde has many talents, but being a Wilde isn't one of them. As the impulsive, artistic daughter of a powerful Atlanta dynasty, she's the opposite of her famous socialite sisters. In her bones, Ricki knows that somewhere, a more exciting life awaits her.So, when she is invited to rent the bottom floor of a Harlem brownstone, Ricki jumps at the chance for a fresh start. She leaves behind her wealth and chaotic romantic decisions to realize her dream of opening a flower shop. Then one evening in February, as the heady scent of night-blooming jasmine fills the air, Ricki encounters a handsome stranger who knocks her world off balance in the most unexpected way.Set against the backdrop of modern Harlem and Renaissance glamour, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde is a swoon-worthy love story of two passionate artists drawn to the magic, romance, and opportunity of New York.*** THE USA TODAY BESTSELLER ***Praise for A Love Song for Ricki Wilde'Magical and steamy . . . their love story is literally written in the stars' Red'An evocative story of love against the odds' ????? Reader Review'Williams never ceases to surprise and delight!' Robinne Lee'A magical, aesthetic, lyrical, sublime, timeless love story' ????? Reader Review'It's a showstopper' Publishers Weekly'Punchy and poignant, sweeping and yet so intimate' Kennedy Ryan'Quirky, suspenseful, and unforgettable' Booklist Starred Review'Reads like the best kind of love song: tender, smart and sexy' Leah Johnson'An epic romance' GlamourEveryone's falling for Tia Williams'A sexy, modern love story to start the summer off right' Reese Witherspoon'Modern, beautiful, emotional, sexy and funny!' ????? reader review'A smart, sexy testament to Black joy' Jodi Picoult'Tia Williams conjures a seductive fantasy' Rumaan Alam'Such a beautiful love story' ????? reader review'Hilarious, romantic and incredibly sexy' Hello!''I literally couldn't put it down' ????? reader review

In this sexy modern-day fairytale from the New York Times bestselling author of Seven Days in June, a free-spirited florist and an enigmatic musician share a soul mate connection told through the history, art, and the magic of Harlem. A New York Times Best Romance Book of 2024 A 2024 NPR Book We Love A Library Journal Best Romance Book of 2024 A BookPage Best Romance Book of 2024 A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2024 A 2024 Women's National Book Association Great Group Read Leap years are a strange, enchanted time. And for some, even a single February can be life-changing. Ricki Wilde has many talents, but being a Wilde isn't one of them. As the impulsive, artistic daughter of a powerful Atlanta dynasty, she's the opposite of her famous socialite sisters. Where they're long-stemmed roses, she's a dandelion: an adorable bloom that's actually a weed, born to float wherever the wind blows. In her bones, Ricki knows that somewhere, a different, more exciting life awaits her. When regal nonagenarian, Ms. Della, invites her to rent the bottom floor of her Harlem brownstone, Ricki jumps at the chance for a fresh beginning. She leaves behind her family, wealth, and chaotic romantic decisions to realize her dream of opening a flower shop. And just beneath the surface of her new neighborhood, the music, stories and dazzling drama of the Harlem Renaissance still simmers. One evening in February as the heady, curiously off-season scent of night-blooming jasmine fills the air, Ricki encounters a handsome, deeply mysterious stranger who knocks her world off balance in the most unexpected way. Set against the backdrop of modern Harlem and Renaissance glamour, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde is a swoon-worthy love story of two passionate artists drawn to the magic, romance, and opportunity of New York, and whose lives are uniquely and irreversibly linked. Includes a Reading Group Guide.

From plant growth, weather patterns and habitats, to stars and chemical reactions, children will take an active role in their learning by engaging with the many fun projects included in a fun and memorable way. More than just an educational textbook, this book adopts a hands-on approach suited for all the family so that children can observe natural phenomena, conduct experiments and interact with the environment whilst also bonding with their loved ones. All the projects featured are suitable for beginners and there is something for everyone to enjoy. Children will be to get excited about all things science and burst any bouts of boredom by stepping outside and discovering what the natural world has to offer! Activities and Experiments include: DIY Slushies, Water Clocks, Sand Volcano, Cardboard Box Oven, Wind Vane.

'A spellbinding modern fairytale, sexy and warm and full of hope and the power of love' BOLU BABALOLA'Funny, sexy and breathtakingly romantic' EMILY HENRYOne florist. One pianist. One love story . . . One hundred years in the making.Ricki Wilde has many talents, but being a Wilde isn't one of them. As the impulsive, artistic daughter of a powerful Atlanta dynasty, she's the opposite of her famous socialite sisters. In her bones, Ricki knows that somewhere, a more exciting life awaits her.So, when she is invited to rent the bottom floor of a Harlem brownstone, Ricki jumps at the chance for a fresh start. She leaves behind her wealth and chaotic romantic decisions to realize her dream of opening a flower shop. Then one evening in February, as the heady scent of night-blooming jasmine fills the air, Ricki encounters a handsome stranger who knocks her world off balance in the most unexpected way.Set against the backdrop of modern Harlem and Renaissance glamour, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde is a swoon-worthy love story of two passionate artists drawn to the magic, romance, and opportunity of New York.*** THE USA TODAY BESTSELLER ***Praise for A Love Song for Ricki Wilde'Magical and steamy . . . their love story is literally written in the stars' Red'An evocative story of love against the odds' 5* Reader Review'Williams never ceases to surprise and delight!' Robinne Lee'A magical, aesthetic, lyrical, sublime, timeless love story' 5* Reader Review'It's a showstopper' Publishers Weekly'Punchy and poignant, sweeping and yet so intimate' Kennedy Ryan'Quirky, suspenseful, and unforgettable' Booklist Starred Review'Reads like the best kind of love song: tender, smart and sexy' Leah Johnson'An epic romance' GlamourEveryone's falling for Tia Williams'A sexy, modern love story to start the summer off right' Reese Witherspoon'Modern, beautiful, emotional, sexy and funny!' 5* reader review'A smart, sexy testament to Black joy' Jodi Picoult'Tia Williams conjures a seductive fantasy' Rumaan Alam'Such a beautiful love story' 5* reader review'Hilarious, romantic and incredibly sexy' Hello!''I literally couldn't put it down' 5* reader review

In this sexy modern-day fairytale from the New York Times bestselling author of Seven Days in June, a free-spirited florist and an enigmatic musician share a soul mate connection told through the history, art, and the magic of Harlem. A New York Times Best Romance Book of 2024 A 2024 NPR Book We Love A Library Journal Best Romance Book of 2024 A BookPage Best Romance Book of 2024 A Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2024 A 2024 Women's National Book Association Great Group Read The daughter of a powerful Atlanta dynasty, Ricki Wilde is the opposite of her famous socialite sisters. In her bones, Ricki knows that somewhere, a different, more exciting life awaits her. When she moves into a Harlem brownstone, she leaves behind her family, wealth, and chaotic romantic decisions to realize her dream of opening a flower shop. One evening Ricki encounters a handsome, deeply mysterious stranger who knocks her world off balance in the most unexpected way. Set against the backdrop of modern Harlem and Renaissance glamour, A Love Song for Ricki Wilde is a swoon-worthy love story of two passionate artists drawn to the magic, romance, and opportunity of New York, and whose lives are uniquely and irreversibly linked. Includes a Reading Group Guide.

Developing an awareness of STEM themes from an early age is hugely important and encourages kids to be curious about their world and want to engage with it. This jam-packed collection of fun and simple activities introduces ideas and themes based on science, engineering, technology and maths in an accessible and stimulating way. You can learn about kinetic and potential energy while building an awesome marble run, why your breakfast cereal is magnetic, how to use gravity to make art and even how to grow yucky mould or make stinky slime in the name of science. Using crafts, play and simple experiments, these activities are presented in an easy-to-follow format and make use of everyday materials that you’ll find around the home. Each activity provides a simple explanation of how it works and what the takeaway key STEM points are. Fill those rainy days and school-holiday downtime with things to do that are so much fun, the kids won’t even realise that they are learning at the same time! From the authors of lockdown bestseller The Big Book of 100 Little Activities (over 75,000 copies sold)100 boredom-busting STEM activities designed to make science fun and engaging for all childrenExplanation of the STEM principle behind each activityNo special equipment or materials neededAimed at children aged 7–11 years old

A REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICKTHE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER (JUNE 2021)'A sexy, modern love story' Reese Witherspoon'I absolutely loved it' Jodi PicoultSeven days to fall in love, fifteen years to forget, and seven days to get it all back again...When Eva Mercy, a single mother and bestselling erotica writer, and the enigmatic, award-winning novelist Shane Hall meet at a literary event in New York, sparks fly. But what no one knows is that fifteen years earlier, teenage Eva and Shane spent one week together, madly in love. While they may pretend to be strangers, they can't deny their chemistry.Over the next seven days, amidst a steamy Brooklyn summer, Eva and Shane reconnect. But Eva is wary of the man who broke her heart and wants Shane out of the city so her life can return to normal. Before he disappears, though, she needs a few questions answered . . .With its keen observations of creative life in America today, as well as the joys and complications of being a mother and a daughter, Seven Days in June is a hilarious, romantic, and sexy-as-hell story of two writers discovering their second chance at love.'Deliciously witty' Zoella Book Club'Hilarious, romantic and incredibly sexy' Hello!'An absolute page turner . . . exuding love, hope and desire' Evening Standard'Electric and alive' Kirkus'A captivating love story' Melan Mag'A vision of life as it truly is: complications and difficulties punctuated by profound joy' Rumaan Alam

Two writers get a second chance at love in this romantic, sexy-as-hell New York Times bestselling novel. Eva Mercy is a single mom and bestselling erotica writer. Shane Hall is a reclusive, award-winning novelist. When the two meet at a literary event, sparks fly, raising not only their buried traumas, but the eyebrows of the Black literati. What no one knows is that when they were teenager, Eva and Shane spent one crazy week madly in love. They can pretend they've never met, but they can't deny their chemistry--or the fact that they've been secretly writing to each other in their books through the years. With its keen observations of creative life in America today, as well as the joys and complications of being a mother and a daughter, Seven Days in June is a hilarious starcrossed romance. A Best Book of the Year: NPR - Kirkus - Marie Claire - PopSugar - New York Public Library - Bustle - Reader's Digest - Literary Hub A Best Book of the Summer: Harper's Bazaar - Oprah Daily - Shondaland - The Los Angeles Times - CBS News - PureWow - Good Housekeeping - BuzzFeed - theSkimmA Best Romance of 2021: The Washington Post - USA Today - Vulture - Goodreads - BookPage - BuzzFeed - Happy Mag

NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX FILM STARRING GABRIELLE UNIONShe's finally found her soulmate. But he's completely off-limits . . .Former fashion editor Jenna Jones is forty, broke and starting over. Dumped by her fiancé and fired from her job, Jenna begs her arch nemesis, Darcy Vale, for a role at her new online magazine. Surrounded by digital-savvy millennials who all speak fluent Twitter, it's soon clear that Jenna is in way over her head. And, to make matters worse, her ex has a new girlfriend.But things get even messier, and a whole lot more interesting, when Jenna meets Eric Combs, the film graduate tasked with shooting her new web series. Totally gorgeous and completely off-limits, Jenna knows she should know better - but there's something about Eric she can't resist. And what is worth risking everything for, if not love?'Be ready to swoon' 5* reader review'Moving, raw, real and utterly fabulous' 5* reader review'All the feels' 5* reader review'I loved every minute' 5* reader review'Her stories feel like a slice of pie every single time! Sweet and rich' 5* reader review--------------------------------------------------------PRAISE FOR TIA WILLIAMS'A sexy, modern love story to start the summer off right' Reese Witherspoon 'I absolutely loved it' Jodi Picoult 'A seductive fantasy' Rumaan Alam

A REESE WITHERSPOON BOOK CLUB PICK AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Named A Best Book by USA Today - Harper's Bazaar - Oprah Daily - PopSugar - Shondaland - The Los Angeles Times - Bustle - Good Housekeeping - PureWow - CBS News - People - BuzzFeed - Reader's Digest Named A Most Anticipated Book of 2021 by CNN - Essence - Travel + Leisure - She Reads - Women.com - Scary Mommy Seven days to fall in love, fifteen years to forget, and seven days to get it all back again... Eva Mercy is a single mom and bestselling erotica writer who is feeling pressed from all sides. Shane Hall is a reclusive, enigmatic, award-winning novelist, who, to everyone's surprise, shows up in New York. When Shane and Eva meet unexpectedly at a literary event, sparks fly, raising not only their buried traumas, but the eyebrows of the Black literati. What no one knows is that fifteen years earlier, teenage Eva and Shane spent one crazy, torrid week madly in love. While they may be pretending not to know each other, they can't deny their chemistry--or the fact that they've been secretly writing to each other in their books through the years. Over the next seven days, amidst a steamy Brooklyn summer, Eva and Shane reconnect--but Eva's wary of the man who broke her heart, and wants him out of the city so her life can return to normal. Before Shane disappears though, she needs a few questions answered... With its keen observations of creative life in America today, as well as the joys and complications of being a mother and a daughter, Seven Days in June is a hilarious, romantic, and sexy-as-hell story of two writers discovering their second chance at love.

The Christmas Craft Book is a festive collection of 30 fun projects using everyday recycled materials and craft supplies. Keeping young children occupied and entertained can be tricky, even at the best of times. But when they are super excited about Christmas it can be even more of a challenge. This book channels all that Santa-fuelled energy into making fun festive projects for everyone to enjoy. While making decorations, toys and gifts children will learn crafting skills. The book features simple projects that are suitable for parents with little or no crafting experience. Most of the items can be made using items already in the house or things that would be thrown away. The 30 boredom-busting projects include: pompom stocking, festive hand warmers, Santa skittles, Christmas wreath, tree topper, paper lanterns, candy cane biscuits and sock snowman. AUTHOR: Laura Minter and Tia Williams started Little Button Diaries, their crafting and baking blog, in 2013 to show that having children doesn't mean you have to stop doing the things you love. They have won various awards and are based in Brighton, Sussex, UK. SELLING POINTS: 30 simple projects using easy-to-source materials and craft supplies Aimed at children aged 4 8 years old and parents with little or no crafting experience Projects include: paint splatter crackers, festive jumpers, candle centrepiece, Santa-spotter binoculars, Christmas tree party hats and snow globes. Topical subject matter projects for the holiday season with a festive theme 150 photographs