May is an exciting time for us in the UK: Spring is in full bloom and our gardens and parks are filled with sweet-smelling and pretty-looking flowers; the sun shines all month long and we can get started on our summer tans; and with two bank holiday weekends, we’ve got even more time to enjoy our books!

That’s a pretty impressive list of this month’s positives, but how about we add one more? May 29th is our next Publication Day and we’ve got an incredibly exciting new collection of books on the way… we can’t wait for readers to get their hands on them!

Make sure to place your pre-orders now!

Connecting Souls – Valentina Drutti

Families can be a powerful and emotionally supportive community, but with such a close proximity, fractures and disagreements can be devastating and hard to overcome. We love our nearest and dearest, but how do you cope with the loss of this biological connection?

Through a poignant and gripping tale of family dynamics, Valentina Drutti takes readers on journey exploring personal struggles and the power of resilience. Her evocative storytelling and compelling characters weave the true-to-life story of Tessa Oliver, a woman with a troubled past, navigating a difficult path to her uncertain future.

As Tessa grapples with the aftermath of her father's death and the scars of his abuse, she discovers the strength within herself to confront her past and shape her own future. With the support of her best friend, Ruby, and the challenges she faces at her mother's diner, Tessa learns valuable lessons about forgiveness, self-acceptance, and the true meaning of family.

Dragon Cafe – Anastasia Kim

We can all agree that nothing quite beats sitting in a small and quiet café, hot drink in one hand and brand-new read in the other. You’re ready to dive into something completely different to your own regular life - perhaps you’d pick a story featuring some dragons?

In Anastasia Kim’s new fantasy tale, a café manager finds his ordinary existence upended by persistent dragons and enigmatic staff members - no reading time necessary! In fact, these dragons bring to light secrets from the café manager's past that he wished had remained buried…

As he juggles the daily running of the café with his personal demons, the manager must also navigate treacherous alliances and concealed threats. Prepare for a captivating tale of enchantment, intrigue and the connections that shape our lives - sitting in a café yourself is an optional extra!

Gift of Dreams – Kelly Rose Saccone

Do you dream of the same thing? Are your nights filled with repeating faces, perhaps showing up in different scenarios, but the same looks and glances? For the lead characters in Kelly Rose Saccone’s new award-winning read, dreams and fate have brought them together in the most mysterious and twisted set of circumstances…

Wynter Malone does not believe that any man can love and accept her; Rafe Wolf has no time for the supernatural world, even though he has the ability to walk into other people's dreams. When a little girl is kidnapped in her town of Black Falls, Winter puts her psychic abilities to work, just as Rafe relocates to the town for a new beginning.

As he and Wynter are drawn into the mysteries of the kidnappings occurring in their town, they must strive to stop the abductors, overcome their trust issues, and accept their gifts and connection to each other - before all is lost.

Interview with the Tarot Reader – Kathy Kaye

The future is unknown, scarily so, and we often try and find ways to decipher and predict what could come next. For the mystically minded, the truth may lie in a deck of cards… tarot cards, to be precise, with their cast of characters detailing certain aspects of an individual’s life.

In Kathy Kaye’s mesmerizing new novel, two strangers find themselves inexplicably connected in a moment ‎that transcends time and space. As they navigate this unexplainable bond, they are drawn into a ‎world of mystery and self-discovery that will change their lives forever.

Join Marie ‎Cameron, a renowned tarot card reader, as she delves into the depths of the human soul and ‎uncovers the secrets that lie within. With a blend of intrigue, romance, and spiritual insight, look forward to questioning the boundaries of reality and the true nature of connection - where the answers you seek may be ‎found in the most unexpected of places.‎

My Laundry Monster – Ksenia and Brett Sylvia

Look. Sometimes we’re so exhausted and worn out from a day at work, or a day at school or just because we’re allowed to be a little lazy from time to time. With that laziness, comes a certain level of mess, which may be acceptable on the surface, but it’s what lies beneath that we should all fear.

Ksenia and Brett Sylvia's playful book follows Charlie - the messiest kid on the block – as decides to tidy his messy surroundings, and discovers an unforgettable monster lurking in his laundry.

Based on an original theatrical performance at Bas Bleu Theatre in Fort Collins, CO, My Laundry Monster started life as a large-scale puppet in 2011, before performing in public, on video, and on stage - for the first time, this story is being told in book form.

Make sure to browse our collection of upcoming May titles by clicking here.

See you all on May 29th!