The Palace of Lost DreamsA sumptuously evocative story set in 18th century India from bestselling author Charlotte Betts, perfect for readers of Dinah Jefferies, Lucinda Riley and Jenny Ashcroft. 'Romantic, engaging and hugely satisfying' Katie Fforde on The Apothecary's Daughter India, 1798. Beatrice Sinclair, a grieving young widow facing financial destitution, has travelled from Hampshire to Hyderabad to visit her brother, an employee of the British East India Company.

Then a homeless man is murdered and dumped behind a church

Get muddy in 'Find a Frog' try out their new tricycle in 'Go too fast' choose your favourite sound in 'make a noise' and see how they catch a rainbow in a jam jar in 'catch rainbows'

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But after a strange dream

A section of extra story starters by every contributor provides fresh inspiration for readers to create works of their own

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Gorgeous photography by top lifestyle photographer Yuki Sugiura captures the sheer pleasure of turning junk-store fabrics into something beautifully handmade

His marriage to the beautiful Nora is on the rocks and he now sees his two young children only on her say so

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Sharon doesn't question Lenny's business dealings and it isn't long before his reputation as a hard man destined for the top means they are living the good life with their sons