A gorgeously romantic debut novel about the redemptive power of love Sophie May has a secret. One that she`s successfully kept for years. It`s meant that she`s had to give up her dreams of going to university & travelling the world to stay in her little village, living with her mum & working in the local teashop. But then she meets the gorgeous Billy
- an actor with ambitions to make it to the top. & when they fall in love, Sophie is whisked away from the comfort of her life into Billy`s glamorous
- but ruthless
- world. Their relationship throws Sophie right into the spotlight after years of shying away from attention. Can she handle the constant scrutiny that comes with being with Billy? & most of all, is she ready for her secret heartbreak to be discovered & shared with the nation? Charming, heartwarming & utterly romantic, Billy & Me will completely capture your heart. Praise for Billy & Me: `A gorgeous, gloriously romantic read with buckets of charm
- I absolutely loved it!` Jill Mansell `A sweet & sparkling debut from a lovely lady. Sure to be a hit` Carole Matthews ` Only the most hard-hearted could fail to root for Sophie as she falls for A-lister Billy & must take on the mad, bad world of showbiz. This sweet debut reminded me of Last Night at Chateau Marmont` Louise Candlish ` Wonderfully warm & cosy. The perfect comfort read to curl-up with & enjoy` Ali Mc Namara ` If you`re looking for a romantic read & a summer treat that`ll take you on a journey & leave you feeling like you`ve made a new friend, you`ll love Billy & Me` Vanessa Greene ` Warm & romantic, this charming read will certainly brighten up your day` Closer ` This is one juicy read` Now ` Tons of charm & genuine warmth` Star Magazine



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Billy is trying to stay awake so the SCARY creatures of the dark won`t come. But then he hears a squeaky little voice & notices some tiny violet footprints. Not only that, SOMETHING has ATTACKED his cheese sandwich. What could it be? An exciting addition to the Usborne Young Reading Programme, specially written for readers growing in confidence. ...

A BR&-NEW EDITION, ILLUSTRATED BY QUENTIN BLAKE FOR THE FIRST TIME. Billy`s mum says he must never go out through the garden gate & explore the dark forest beyond. So, one day, that`s exactly what he does! There he meets the Minpins, tiny tree-dwelling people whose children are the size of matchsticks. They live in fear of the terrible, galloping GRUNCHER. Will it gobble Billy too
- or can he find a way to defeat the hungry beast? From Matilda to Charlie & the Chocolate Factory & The BFG, the collaboration between Roald Dahl & Quentin Blake has captured millions of children`s imaginations for nearly forty years. Billy & the Minpins, this new interpretation of Roald Dahl`s very last story (originally published in 1991) is just as magical.
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Put your trainers on, Billy Bonkers is back with more amazing adventures! This time he`s landing a plane & flying through the air in a hot-air balloon to watch the World Cup`s final. Billy & his family are so wacky, you will laugh your socks off! ...

Kids just love to leave their mark on things: books, wallets, paper, cards, letters & diaries. The Billy Bosun`s Stamps & Stationery set from authentic Models is the perfect creative gift for your child. The charmingly crafted box comes etched in stylized illustrations, whilst the set itself

Includes:: 13 stamps & two ink pads. This new stamp box, not too large, not too small...just right, is filled with classic iconic stamp shapes. Waves, fish, palm tree, a wild & fun selection. Complete with an extra drawer of stamp paper & envelopes. Color inkpads. An afternoon project, to take on a trip, a unique birthday gift... If we do not have this item in stock we will order it for you from our supplier. Delivery generally takes 3 weeks within the UK. For overseas delivery queries please email sales@stanfords.co.uk

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When Charlie the telegram boy breaks his leg & can`t ride his bicycle, Billy Button sees his chance. He has always wanted to be a telegram boy, delivering messages all over the village on the red Post Office bicycle. Soon Billy is zooming about all over the place with news of new babies, sick sisters & sweethearts coming to visit. He even has a chance to put a few things right with a special `extra` telegram or two... High quality cream paper & a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all. ...

Britain`s best-loved comedian hits the most famous highway in the world on an unforgettable journey. Billy Connolly, music-lover, biker, & scourge of the beige & bland the world over, has dreamed about taking a trip on the legendary Route 66 since he heard Chuck Berry belting out one of the greatest rock `n` roll records of all time. & now he`s finally had the chance to do it, travelling every mile on his custom-made trike in search of the real America that can still be found beyond the nation`s freeways. Taking in both the essential icons & the hidden gems of the ` Mother Road`, Billy also meets up with plenty of the memorable characters who call it home. With his instinct for a good story, & the infectious enthusiasm that has made him our most engaging national treasures, Billy Connolly is the ultimate guide to the ultimate road trip. ...

In 2011, we published Billy Connolly`s Route 66
- the story of the legendary Scottish comedian`s journey along the most famous
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The classic comedy of a 50s youth trapped inside a Walter Mitty fantasy-world, published as a Penguin Essential for the first time. Keith Waterhouse`s Billy Liar was published in 1959, & captures brilliantly the claustrophobic atmosphere of a small town. It tells the story of Billy Fisher, a Yorkshire teenager unable to stop lying
- especially to his three girlfriends. Trapped by his boring job & working-class parents, Billy finds that his only happiness lies in grand plans for his future & fantastical day-dreams of the fictional country Ambrosia.
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Ever eaten at Bill`s? If you haven`t, then put it on your To Do list. If you have, then you`ll know it`s all about the atmosphere & the food
- it`s delicious, it`s different, it`s full of fabulous flavours & textures; a unique celebration of eating. From breakfast to bedtime, from the first green shoots of spring to the frostiest of winter days, Bill picks & cooks his way through the seasons. Choosing favourites as he goes & bringing colour & energy to even the simplest dishes, this book is packed with recipes & ideas that will inspire you to cook, eat & smile every day of the year.
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