New Zealand's Best Selling Books

From the international Number One bestselling author of Someone Else's Shoes - thirty years after Lila's father ran away to Hollywood, he's back to wreck - or save - her life... Lila Kennedy has a lot on her plate. A recently broken marriage, two wayward daughters, a house that is falling apart, and an elderly stepfather who seems to have...

Immerse yourself in a transformative journey with Good Vibes, Good Life by Vex King, a beautifully designed book brimming with inspiring quotes and time-honoured wisdom on harnessing positivity to craft a life you truly love. This book is not just a collection of optimistic musings; it provides practical strategies to help you navigate life's challenges and cultivate inner peace. Vex...

Is there a science to love? In the revelatory book Attached, psychiatrist and neuroscientist Amir Levine and psychologist Rachel S. F. Heller delve into the world of attachment theory, offering illuminating insights and practical advice on navigating relationships. Pioneered by psychologist John Bowlby in the 1950s, attachment theory posits that our behavioural patterns in relationships stem from one of three...

Praise for Abby Jimenez: 'Literally the best book I ever read' 'This author has blown me away before but this book . . . I can't even. I will need some serious time to recover. It was everything and more' 'OK, this is the best romance I've ever read. I loved everything about it' 'This book deserves all the stars...

"Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again..." In Rebecca, Daphne Du Maurier weaves a suspenseful and atmospheric tale that captures the reader from its very first line. As a young and inexperienced lady's companion, the unnamed heroine's life is marked by yearning and meekness. Her mundane existence takes an unexpected turn on a trip to the South of...

Enthralled by his own exquisite portrait, Dorian Gray exchanges his soul for eternal youth and beauty. Influenced by his friend, Lord Henry Wotton, he is drawn into a corrupt double life; indulging his desires in secret while remaining a gentleman in the eyes of polite society. Only his portrait bears the traces of his decadence. The novel was a succes...

Dive into an undersea world where mermaids gather pearls, meet a mermaid queen, find a treasure chest and dive with seals. With hundreds of stickers to dress the mermaids and add sea creatures and treasure to the scenes, including some extra special sparkly stickers. Explore the magical adventure of Sticker Dolly Dressing Mermaids by Fiona Watt, perfect for inspiring creativity...

Simple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth. Learn how easy it is to make simple swaps in your cleaning and tidying methods for a more eco-friendly home. This beautifully illustrated black and white guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small steps that...

The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with SHADOW AND BONE, an original series! The much-anticipated first book in a brand-new duology by New York Times bestselling author, Leigh Bardugo. Face your demons . . . or feed them. Nikolai Lantsov has always had a gift for the impossible. No one knows what he endured in his country's bloody...

Gotta catch ‘em all! This revised and updated edition of the mega-bestselling Essential Handbook and Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook has all the stats and facts fans need about the world of Pokémon. Need-to-know info on more than 1000 Pokémon is jam-packed into 608 illustrated, full-colour pages. The handbook is easy to read and organised simply and effectively into one...

Guess How Much I Love You has sold over 50 million copies worldwide! The enchanting international bestseller. This gorgeous picture book has become a modern classic. The story of Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare trying to express how much they love each other is one which has captivated adults and children the world over. For activities, games, newsletters...

From one of the world’s great science writers, a book that explores the deepest principles of evolutionary history. In this groundbreaking new approach to the evolution of all life, Richard Dawkins shows how the body, behaviour, and genes of every living creature can be read as a book – an archive of the worlds of its ancestors. A perfectly camouflaged...

The instant Sunday Times bestseller from the ultimate AI insider - the only book you need to read on this subject. An Economist, Financial Times, Guardian, Prospect and Sunday Times Book of the Year Shortlisted for the FT and Schroders Business Book of the Year This is the only book you need to understand our new world - from the...

It all happened so quickly. First, animals became infected with the virus and their meat became poisonous. Then governments initiated the Transition. Now, special meat - human meat - is legal. Marcos is in the business of slaughtering humans - only no one calls them that. He works with numbers, consignments, processing. One day, he's given a gift to seal...

The thrilling conclusion to the global bestselling, BookTok sensation, Inheritance Games trilogy, where Knives Out meets One of Us is Lying. Avery's fortune, life, and loves are on the line in the game that everyone will be talking about. To inherit billions, all Avery has to do is survive a few more weeks in Hawthorne House. The paparazzi are dogging...

WELCOME TO THE DARK SIDE OF HAPPILY EVER AFTER Charlie Reade looks like a regular high school kid, great at baseball and football, a decent student. But when Charlie is seventeen, he meets a dog named Radar and her aging master, Howard Bowditch, a recluse in a big house at the top of a big hill, with a locked shed...

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Connolly's raucous run through his life is as furious, funny and foul-mouthed as you'd expect' Sunday Times In December 2018, after fifty years of belly-laughs, energy, and outrage, Billy Connolly announced his retirement from live stand-up comedy. It had been an extraordinary career. When he first started out in the late sixties, Billy played the banjo...

A Game of Thrones is the monumental first book in George R.R. Martin’s series, A Song of Ice and Fire, the epic fantasy saga that has captured the imagination of millions worldwide and inspired the hit HBO series. Set in the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, Martin intricately crafts a tale of noble families vying for control of the Iron Throne...

Spy x Family, Vol. 1 by Tatsuya Endo combines thrilling action with delightful comedy in a story about an unconventional family bound by secrets. In a world teetering on the brink of war, the fate of numerous lives rests in the skilled hands of the world's most accomplished spy, known only by his codename, Twilight. Renowned for his ability to...

Pre-order Let the Bells Ring Out, the heartwarming and uplifting new Milly Johnson novel, coming this Christmas! 'Milly is the most wonderful, life-affirming writer about women's lives, love and friendship; her books are a joy.' Jenny Colgan ‘Real women, real life, real feeling, Milly brings it all.’ Cathy Bramley 'Milly writes with a huge heart about the challenges women face,...

Nancy Birtwhistle is loved for her no-nonsense guidance and down-to-earth approach on all things eco-friendly. Nancy encourages every one of us to make small, practical changes that work for us and help the planet. Nancy’s flexible recipes enable you to use what you have to hand and make the most of seasonal ingredients while learning how to cook in a...

An Independent Book of the Month “A superb biography” William Boyd “(A) bold and enlightening exploration of Bowie's later career. Sensitive, witty and often very affecting” The Times “A genuine must buy, as rich in critical appraisal as it is in personal history *” Classic Pop “An engrossing, entertaining and informative read” Classic Rock A major new biography of David...

From creative duo Adam Kay and Henry Paker comes a hilarious and fact-filled activity book based on the record-setting bestseller Kay's Anatomy. Contains over 500 hilarious, disgusting activities - codes to crack, experiments, recipes and more, including 144 all-new "True or Poo" quiz questions! Do you know your patella from your paella? Have you ever tasted phlegm soup? Want to...

Spanning the genres of fantasy and science fiction, this collection features stories from beyond the bounds of Brandon Sanderson's Cosmere universe.     Along with the never-before-seen novella 'Moment Zero', Tailored Realities will include 'Snapshot', 'Perfect State', 'Defending Elysium' (a novella set within the world of Skyward), and five other stories that were originally published individually elsewhere - never before...

Bake It Easy is a celebration of good, honest baking, with 50 seriously impressive one-pan bakes. The boys behind The Exploding Bakery are back with a bang. This time, they’re here to show you that low-cost, low-effort baking doesn’t have to be boring. From no-weigh cakes to make-ahead bakes, through storecupboard heroes and seasonal stars, Bake It Easy takes the...

The Spy Who Came in from the Cold by John le Carré was Le Carre's breakthrough work of 1963; an award-winning number one global bestseller that brought him international renown. It redefined the spy story as a gritty and terrible tale of men who are caught up in politics beyond their imagining. Alex Leamas is tired. It's the 1960s, and...

NOW WITH AN EXCLUSIVE BONUS CHAPTER! Amber's series breaks the rules in the best way. Her main character is strong, capable, and unapologetically powerful. There is no damsel here. This story is filled with fast-paced action, an in-depth world, and a romance that goes from simmer to boil. If you like romantasy, read this! — RAVEN KENNEDY A wicked ride...

Little David grew up in Leicester on the campus of a university, where his father was a professor. Surrounded by the wonders of academia, young David developed an insatiable curiosity about the natural world. As a child, he spent countless hours in the science library, meticulously collating his own specimens and creating a mini animal museum. David's early passion for...

In this new thriller set on Camino Island, popular bookseller Bruce Cable tells Mercer Mann an irresistible tale that might be her next novel. A giant resort developer is using its political muscle and deep pockets to claim ownership of a deserted island between Florida and Georgia. Only the last living inhabitant of the island, Lovely Jackson, stands in its...

'Funny, frightening, and full of heart; I loved it' — Alix E. Harrow, author of The Ten Thousand Doors of January Whilst foraging for startleflower, perfumer Grace finds herself pursued by ruffians and rescued by a handsome paladin in shining armour. Only, to outwit her hunters, they must pretend to be doing something very unrespectable in an alleyway. Stephen, a...

The perfect hilarious, juicy and jet-setting summer read from the author of Crazy Rich Asians. 'Truly delicious... everything I want a book to be' – DAISY BUCHANAN 'Wickedly delectable' – NEW YORK TIMES 'Hugely fun' – i PAPER 'Salacious and addictive, every page left me giggling with glee' – ANNIE LORD 'Juicy, salacious and a whole lot of fun' –...

The forest is alive with the most massive of arguments - WHO is the funniest animal in the woods? Bunny, Monkey and co are battling to decide... is it Bunny with his dad jokes, Monkey with his bum jokes, Le Fox with his riddles, Ai with her knock-knock jokes, Pig and Weenie with their food jokes, Skunky with his gloriously...

Month-by-month guidance on how to garden with budget in mind from bestselling author Anya Lautenbach. Garden better for less all year long with Anya Lautenbach, the Money-Saving Gardener. With month-by-month advice on what to do and when—from self-sown seedlings to spot, the best time to propagate different plants, and seasonal pruning jobs—Anya shows you how to keep your garden looking...

Scattered Minds by Gabor Maté is a profound exploration into the nature of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD). Challenging conventional beliefs, this groundbreaking work offers a revolutionary perspective on ADD, scrutinising it beyond the simplified notion of a genetically inherited illness. Through a synthesis of scientific research and clinical experience, Maté delves deeply into how early life experiences shape the biological...

Packed with lots of new puzzles, mazes, games, colouring, and more, Unicorn Academy: Meet the Unicorn Riders: Sticker Activity Book introduces you to Sophia, Wildstar, and all their friends and magical creatures at Unicorn Academy. Match Sophia and her friends to their beautiful dorm rooms, decorate Valentina's masquerade mask for the Fairy Moon Ball, and colour in your very own...

In a creaky old house on a small, damp island, someone – or something – is waiting… Gwen doesn’t want to admit that everything feels wrong since her mum died. There’s no time for all these feelings now that she has her younger siblings to care for. Especially not since they've moved to their late grandmother’s house on Gloam Island....

Now a major ITV and StudioCanal TV show starring James Norton and Niamh Algar 'A real page-turner' ★★★★★ reader review 'The kind of book that keeps you up at night' My Weekly 'Couldn't put it down!' ★★★★★ reader review JP Delaney is King of Thrillers and Playing Nice is his best book yet' Fiona Cummins 'A rollercoaster of a ride,...

Find the dinosaur with Duggee and the Squirrels in this lift-the-flap book! Duggee and the Squirrels want to find a dinosaur! Is there one hiding at the clubhouse? Join in the search by lifting the flaps and earn your Dinosaur Badge. There are no dinosaurs here TODAY . . . but what if the Squirrels went back in time? Don't...

Splash the mermaid loves exploring the ocean and making new friends... but will she get to bed on time? Written specifically for bedtime, this story is full of shimmering fish, dancing crabs, a friendly whale... and one adventurous little mermaid! Weaving a journey from a lively beginning to a gentle end, the ten-minute countdown to bed is at the heart...

Pre-order the first book in a gorgeous new series of European-set escapist romances! 'A wonderful setting, beautiful flowers, a fabulous grumpy sunshine couple, and a gorgeous dog. What's not to love?' – Jessica Redland ‘A gorgeous escapist read.’ – Holly Martin ‘Gorgeous setting. Wonderfully romantic. I loved this story!’ – Samantha Tonge One fresh start. One unexpected encounter. Can love...

A collection of stories full of magical creatures and exciting adventures from Enid Blyton, the world's best-loved storyteller. Get ready to enter a world of hidden treasure, dazzling spells and enchanting tales. From wicked witches stealing from the Fairy Queen, to missing keys in Fairyland, there's magic everywhere in this collection of short stories by Enid Blyton. These traditional tales...

Killer 2-for-1 value on hit thriller Death Note! Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the...

All About Love, a New York Times bestseller and enduring classic, presents an in-depth exploration of the very concept of love. In this critically acclaimed first volume of bell hooks' "Love Song to the Nation" trilogy, the renowned scholar, cultural critic, and feminist pioneers a journey toward understanding and redefining love in modern society. This book is a heartfelt narrative...

'One of the most original and brilliant debuts in years' Irish Times An exhilarating and fiercely original story of brotherhood, war, and art, set in ancient Sicily. Ancient Sicily. Enter GELON – visionary, dreamer, theatre lover. Enter LAMPO – lovesick, jobless, in need of a distraction. Imprisoned in the quarries of Syracuse, thousands of defeated Athenians hang on by the...

Welcome to the shadowy world of Stranger Things, where the ordinary slips into the extraordinary and secrets lurk in every corner of Hawkins, Indiana. This book is your gateway to the eerie mysteries that haunt the Upside Down, packed with chilling quotes, spine-tingling quips, and unsettling facts that breathe life into this Netflix phenomenon. From Eleven's haunting "Friends don't lie"...

Unicorn lovers will adore this sparkly activity book with unicorns to decorate and fairies, pixies and princesses to dress on every page. Scenes include a castle in the clouds, painting rainbows, a walk in the forest, and lots more. With over 300 reusable stickers, plus a fold-out back cover to 'park' stickers whilst they're not in use. Little Sticker Dolly...

The instant No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, updated with exclusive new material. 'Scoops aplenty are here . . . An irresistible insider account of momentous royal events' - Melanie Reid, The Times 'Fascinating . . . the book everyone is talking about' - Daily Mail By the acclaimed royal biographer and commentator Robert Hardman, Charles III is an intimate portrait...

The top 10 Sunday Times bestseller NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES. Season 2 out March 2025! ‘I love the audacity of the Marlow gang, those ladies sure know how to live’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Fiendishly clever and a satisfying puzzle to try and solve’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brilliant whodunnit mystery that keeps you guessing’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ * Who...

The Sunday Times bestselling debut novel from the prize-winning prodigy. Sunday Times Bestseller Brilliant, heart-breaking and highly original, TikTok has fallen in love with Ocean Vuong's shattering portrait of a family. This is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when the speaker, Little Dog, is in his late twenties, the letter unearths a family's...

Calling all Swifties! This brand new, fully up to date book has everything that fans need to know about Taylor Swift. Follow her journey from country music sensation to global megastar. Discover the hidden meanings behind her greatest songs, find out about her life as a performer and movie star, and read all kinds of quotes and TayTay trivia. Take...

From the creator of SLOW HORSES and soon to be a major TV series starring Emma Thompson and Ruth Wilson 'If you haven't read Zoe Boehm yet, welcome to your next fiction addiction' — Val McDermid, author of Past Lying 'Good characterisation, dialogue and a well-paced narrative make this confident first novel frighteningly plausible' — Daily Telegraph It's an evening...

A sensitive portrayal of the healing process that took place in the aftermath of the First World War, J.L. Carr's A Month in the Country includes an introduction by Penelope Fitzgerald, author of Offshore, in Penguin Modern Classics. A damaged survivor of the First World War, Tom Birkin finds refuge in the quiet village church of Oxgodby where he is...

Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter is a gripping standalone thriller that plunges deep into the heart of family secrets and unresolved tragedy. The story revolves around the lives of two estranged sisters, Claire and Lydia, who are drawn back together after two decades of separation by a hauntingly familiar event. Twenty years ago, their older sister Julia vanished without a...

Do not touch the sword. Do not turn the key. Do not open the gate. In the land of the unforgiving desert, there isn't much a girl wouldn't do for a glass of water. Twenty-four-year-old Saeris Fane is good at keeping secrets. No one knows about the strange powers she possesses, or the fact that she has been picking pockets...

The fifth book in the dark romance series from USA Today, international, and Amazon #1 bestselling author. #1 BESTSELLER IN THE ENTIRE KINDLE STORE From USA Today bestselling author Rina Kent comes a new standalone MM college romance. Brandon King never thought he was attracted to men. Truthfully, he'd never been that drawn to anyone—until he collided with Nikolai Sokolov,...

Discover the addictive world of the Twisted series from Sunday Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation, Ana Huang! Read Twisted Lies now for a steamy fake dating romance. He'll do anything to have her... including lie. Charming, deadly and smart enough to hide it, Christian Harper is a monster dressed in the perfectly tailored suits of a gentleman. He has...

The groundbreaking first book of an epic series that has changed the face of fantasy. The Way of Kings begins The Stormlight Archive. Speak again the ancient oaths: Life before death. Strength before weakness. Journey before Destination. Return to men the Shards they once bore. The Knights Radiant must stand again. Roshar is a world of stone and storms. Uncanny...

Night School, the 21st instalment in the Jack Reacher series by number-one bestselling author Lee Child, dives deep into Reacher's past, taking him back to his army days but this time without his uniform. In this riveting thriller, Reacher teams up with his trusted sergeant, Frances Neagley, as they embark on a complex mission that carries the weight of the...

Discover the addictive world of the Twisted series from Sunday Times bestselling author and TikTok sensation, Ana Huang! Read Twisted Hate now for a steamy enemies-to-lovers romance. He hates her... almost as much as he wants her. Gorgeous, cocky, and fast on his way to becoming a hotshot doctor, Josh Chen has never met a woman he couldn't charm -...

Foster by Claire Keegan is a masterful novella, unfolding during a scorching summer in rural Ireland. The poignant narrative follows a young girl who is sent to live with foster parents on a farm, uncertain of when—or if—she will return to her family. As she adjusts to the rhythms of her new life, she finds a warmth and kindness that...

A brand-new steamy billionaire romance from the bestselling author of the Twisted series. She's the wife he never wanted... and the weakness he never saw coming. Ruthless. Meticulous. Arrogant. Dante Russo thrives on control, both personally and professionally. The billionaire CEO has always managed his life with precision, ensuring everything falls perfectly into place. However, his meticulously crafted world is...

For as long as I can remember, I've had one dream. Go to the same college as my friends, become the starting quarterback of a Division One team, and hear my name announced to the world come draft day. The path was clear, and things were falling in place perfectly. And then she came along. Now I'm in love with...

Can you work out whodunnit, with what and why like Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot? Put your armchair detective abilities to the ultimate test... Do you have the flair, order and method of Hercule Poirot, or the unassuming, shrewd intelligence of Miss Marple? You're going to need it... Brush off your moustache, collect your knitting needles and put your little...

Bestseller in 'Books on Self-esteem and Self-reliance for Young Adults' Amazon category in the UK, May 2024 "... this book is a MUST if you have a growing girl." - online customer review "Some things are super scary especially for a 9-year-old but reading this together, I felt, let her know that she could talk to me about anything." -...

Discover the transformative power of breathing in Breath by esteemed journalist James Nestor. This revolutionary book delves into the science and history of one of the most fundamental human activities - breathing. From the bustling streets of São Paulo to the serene temples of India, Nestor embarks on a global journey to uncover the secrets of ancient breathing techniques such...

Jaws by Peter Benchley first appeared in 1974. Alongside Steven Spielberg's film adaptation, the novel has sold over 20 million copies around the world, becoming a cult classic. It's never safe to go back in the water . . . It was just another day in the life of a small Atlantic resort until the terror from the deep came...

‘I will carry this story, and the people in it, with me for the rest of my life' JOHN GREEN, author of The Fault in Our Stars AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR WATERSTONES DEBUT FICTION PRIZE 2024A NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FINALIST 2024A BARNES & NOBLE DISCOVER PRIZE FINALISTSHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARD 2024NAMED A...

Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak is a timeless masterpiece of children's literature, celebrating its 60th anniversary with a special edition. This beloved story captures the imagination and hearts of readers of all ages with its whimsical narrative and iconic illustrations. The book artfully explores themes of adventure, family, and the power of imagination. The story revolves around...

The past comes back with a bite in the gripping new thriller from the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling author and creator of Fool Me Once. A year after the devastating events that took place in Fool Me Once, a secret from former Detective Sami Kierce's college days comes back to haunt him. Present day is hard enough for Kierce,...

The bestselling author of international BookTok sensation If We Were Villains returns with a story of a group of misfits who meet in the local cemetery each night to unearth the secrets lurking in an open grave. Every night, in the college's ancient cemetery, five people cross paths as they work the late shift: a bartender, a rideshare driver, a...

Riveting and original ... a work enriched by solid scholarship, vivid personal experience, and acute appreciation of the concerns and aspirations of the contending parties in this deeply unequal conflict - Noam Chomsky The twentieth century for Palestine and the Palestinians has been a century of denial: denial of statehood, denial of nationhood and denial of history. The Hundred Years'...

**THIS PAPERBACK EDITION FEATURES BRAND-NEW EXCLUSIVE CHARACTER ARTWORK, AS WELL AN ICONIC QUOTE ON THE INSIDE COVER!** From USA Today bestselling author and TikTok sensation comes the gripping, steamy dark romance series that everyone is talking about!'Filled with TENSION, HEARTBREAK and ELECTRIC CHEMISTRY. This one will tear your heart right out of your chest before tossing it back in and...

See the Grishaverse come to life on screen with the Netflix series, Shadow and Bone - Season 2 streaming now! Discover what comes next for the daring rogue Nikolai in the riveting sequel to King of Scars. The wolves are circling and a young king will face his greatest challenge in the explosive finale of the instant No.1 New York...

Little ones will love bringing the farmyard to life with this adorable sound book. Press the pages and hear hens clucking, cows mooing, and much more. Pore over colourful scenes including a sheepdog rounding up sheep, a piglet playing in the mud, and ducks splashing in the pond. With simple text, holes to peep through, and fingertrails to explore. WARNING!...

Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse is the electrifying third instalment in the bestselling Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan. With a fresh new cover and the backing of a Disney+ adaptation, this engrossing adventure continues the saga of young demigod Percy Jackson as he confronts new and formidable challenges in his mythological journey. Percy Jackson finds...

The incredible true story of the SAS's mission to liberate Europe, featuring never-before-seen archive material FROM BESTSELLING MILITARY HISTORIAN DAMIEN LEWIS Summer, 1943: the largest invasion fleet ever assembled sailed for Europe, aiming to bulldoze its way onto Nazi shores. At its vanguard went a few hundred elite soldiers, their Royal Navy warship bearing the iconic motto 'Who Dares Wins'....

'Damien Lewis is both a meticulous historian and a born storyteller' Lee Child 'Now that's a Great Escape! How 34 members of the SAS evaded 5,000 Nazi troops in blizzard conditions, after wreaking havoc in Italian mountain ambush ... The full gripping story of Operation Galia and the incredible escape that followed.' Mail Online FIVE OF THE MOST DARING ESCAPES...

The first part of Tolkien's epic masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings, featuring an exclusive cover designed to complement the new 'History of Middle-earth' series. Sauron, the Dark Lord, has gathered to him all the Rings of Power—the means by which he intends to rule Middle-earth. All he lacks in his plans for dominion is the One Ring—the ring that...

An Inspector Calls, first produced in 1946 when society was undergoing sweeping transformations, has recently enjoyed an enormously successful revival. While holding its audience with the gripping tension of a detective thriller, it is also a philosophical play about social conscience and the crumbling of middle-class values. Time and the Conways and I Have Been Here Before belong to Priestley's...

A dark, gripping, and witty thriller in which the only thing humanity has control over is death. In a world where disease, war, and crime have been eliminated, the only way to die is to be randomly killed ("gleaned") by professional scythes. Citra and Rowan are teenagers who have been selected to be scythes' apprentices, and despite wanting nothing to...