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Laura Shenton
Exposed as a witch, Evelyn is thrust into a perilous escape from her vengeful hometown. Thrown into a life of nomadic vulnerability, she struggles to survive.
In a fateful turn…
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Crammed full of live and off-stage shots of Keith Emerson, Greg Lake, and Carl Palmer from their days with The Nice, King Crimson, Arthur Brown's Crazy World and Atomic Rooster…
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In Regency-era London, Miss Claudia Florence finds herself thrust into the midst of society's most illustrious season.
Under pressure from her mother to meet and impress an eligible bachelor, and…
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A skilled assassin operating alone in the shadows, Cierra has long protected the town of Willowbrook. However, upon meeting fellow assassin Taryn, she is quickly alerted to a sinister underworld…
With the addition of new photos, tour dates, an expansive discography, a deep dive into Cozy's cars and racing career, as well as lots of new information unearthed on his…
The Electric Light Orchestra story spans over half a century. From humble beginnings, the band achieved global stardom. In celebration of ELO's illustrious career and complemented with a narrative this…
Deep in the woods, an exciting Halloween party awaits - and everything is green!
This delightful book features familiar spooky sights with a colourful twist. In its playful celebration of…
In Emerald Heights, where the veil between the ordinary and the supernatural is woven thin, Paranormal Control agent Ren Cain is unyielding in her approach. Be it vampires, shifters, or…
Join Perry the caterpillar and his friends as they eagerly anticipate a special transformation.
An insight into the wonders of nature, this charming book will intrigue and delight young readers.
Welcome to Soulshade Academy, where the ancient arts of witchcraft and spiritual energy converge to illuminate the path towards mastery and enlightenment; where the veil between worlds is thin, and…
Ezrel is not just any mouse; he is known for his pleasant and helpful nature. Join him on an exciting adventure as he searches high and low for a precious…
Meet Herbert, a cheerful unicorn who embarks on an exciting shopping adventure.
Perfect for young readers, this delightful book teaches them about healthy eating, following a shopping list, and the…
Doctor Kate Bennett is abruptly abducted to the distant planet of Viridian. The Viridians, embroiled in an interplanetary war, are desperate; their A.I. robots lack vital skills and there are…
Within the pages of this endearing poetry collection lies a world where the essence of music is distilled into verse. Each poem in this book is a mini celebration of…
Welcome to Tumblewood Forest. Sam and his family have worked hard to build the most wonderful home right next to the river - a perfect location for a family of…
Kora, a young elven woman who has only ever used her powers for good, stands accused of the curse that has taken root in her hometown. Determined to clear her…
In the shadows of Grimlock Prison, paranormal identities are both an advantage and a curse. As a witch - and a first-time inmate - Kerri soon finds herself entangled in…
Clara is not an average young woman. She has a secret that even her love interest doesn't know: she can shapeshift into a dragon! How can she ever tell him…
For generations, the fae of Blackfern have lived under a repressive regime, their existence controlled by a ruthless dictatorship.
It will take a court of rebels to liberate even just…
Within the mysterious expanse of the Scottish moorlands, young and beautiful Erica Carmichael is drawn into the enigma of her relatives' sprawling estate. As she settles into the ancestral home…
After years of persecution at the hands of the brutal humans, the gargoyles were left with no choice but to hide. For generations, they have lived underground, doing better than…
The elephant ballet is in town. Stella the little unicorn has always wanted to go, and now, she can!
This book will delight young readers in its fun and quirky…
This Visual Biography is a wonderful keep-sake souvenir portraying the band’s rise to superstardom, right up to 2019’s Simulation Theory tour. The largely, previously unpublished photos are complimented with a…
From the early days at London's Hope & Anchor in 1977, to the dizzying heights of 1985-86 and beyond. With vintage interviews and reviews aplenty, this mammoth book documents it…
Hailing from Los Angeles, Sparks relocated to England in 1973. The following year saw the release of their two career-defining albums -Kimono My House and Propaganda. With detailed research this…
All supremely talented musicians, The Police had a string of hits in the late seventies. By the eighties, they were one of the biggest bands in the world, pushing new…
The bakery has many tasty treats to choose from. For a hungry ghost though, there's nothing quite like a good slice of toast.
This book will delight young readers in…
From the early days of the band and their iconic performance at the Isle of Wight Festival in August 1970, to Love Beach and beyond, this book documents the amazing…
In 1998, Follow The Leader saw Korn’s success and notoriety accelerate exponentially. With constant demand for the singles, ‘Got The Life’ and ‘Freak On A Leash’ on MTV, Korn exceeded…
Aside from the 140,000-word narrative, this is a stunningly visual book adorned with countless photos, many of them previously unpublished along with vintage gig and album reviews, contemporary quotes from…
In April 1984, Deep Purple reformed. Fans had got their wish. Or had they? The landscape had changed since the seventies and each member had nurtured very different careers by…
Bold and original, Remain In Light features a fascinating blend of African-inspired music and innovative use of recording technology. Hosting the hit single ‘Once In A Lifetime’, it was an…
The previous two albums had been met with a mixed critical reception. Minstrel In The Gallery is the product of a band who kept going and weren’t afraid to explore…
For The Stranglers, 1977 was a vital year. Not quite punk and often at odds with audiences and the music press alike, their approach was such that nothing could stop…
Kate Bush has been an innovator throughout her career. Her music has always been ethereal and her endearing image has often been regarded as one of mystique. The creativity and…
The first and long overdue biography of the highly talented drum legend Cozy Powell. Author Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL has a Masters degree in music and provides an insightful…
In many ways, Pictures At An Exhibition is ELP’s underdog - so much so that there was uncertainty surrounding whether or not it was going to be released at all…
Released in 1978, This Year’s Model was Elvis Costello’s second album and his first with The Attractions. Abundant in clever songwriting that often-made bold observational statements (even about the music…
When Kate Bush shot to fame in 1978, her public image was of a sweet young woman who sang about Cathy out on the windy moors. Charming, inoffensive and not…
Laura Shenton offers an in-depth perspective on The Rise And Fall Of Ziggy Stardust And The Spiders From Mars from a range of angles including how the album came to…
1980 and the earlier part of 1981 was an incredibly turbulent time for The Stranglers. Their misfortune provided the press with excellent stories but rarely was their music written about…
How did Jethro Tull fare in the 1980s? Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL provides a detailed exploration into each of Jethro Tull's albums from the eighties, offering a critical analysis…
Embracing synth pop, an album with a darker edge to it. Commercially, a bold move but with memorable melodies & catchy rhythms, it paid off. All whilst making reference to…
Peanut butter & jelly sandwiches are Branston’s favourite food. That’s why he’s known as The Peanut Butter & Jelly Cat. But surely, there must be something else that he’d like…
A single song LP, unusual even by so-called prog rock standards at the time. Even though Ian Anderson joked that it was intended as a bit of a spoof…
Kate Bush’s debut propelled her to fame & a phenomenal career. With the iconic ‘Wuthering Heights’, the young Kate captured people’s imagination with her original songwriting style & of course…
Stormbringer was a pivotal album. Blending a range of styles across heavy rock, funk and soul, it is a very unique Deep Purple album and there is a lot to…
Sandwiched between In Rock and Machine Head, it is hardly surprising that Deep Purple’s 1971 album, Fireball, is so often overlooked in comparison. Yet, it is an essential album -…
