Kate Young Book order (chronological)
After a sun-drenched Australian childhood spent immersed in books, Kate found inspiration and solace in food, a passion that has come to define her life and writing. Her work beautifully intertwines the worlds of literature and cuisine, exploring how dishes can tell stories and evoke memories. Through her writing, she celebrates the joy of cooking and sharing, elevating food to an art form. She invites readers to discover the narrative potential held within every recipe.






?'Clever, sexy and joyful. I loved it' BETH O'LEARY 'A fizzing roller-coaster of a rom-com. The sexiest book you'll read all year and the most heartening’ CAROLINE O'DONOGHUE ‘A very relatable take on love that will pull at your heartstrings’ RED
Life through a pen
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
This collection of poems offers a heartfelt glimpse into the life of a mother navigating daily challenges and joys. Through personal reflections, the author captures the essence of the world around her, exploring the significance of people, places, and cherished memories. The poems celebrate both the struggles and the simple pleasures of everyday life, creating a relatable and poignant portrayal of motherhood and the human experience.
A Spark in the Darkness
- 26 pages
- 1 hour of reading
There is a deceptively simple depth and truth to Kate Young's poetry that speaks of an old soul, but one that can almost divine the streams of common feeling that are cascading below the surface. A Spark in the Darkness is exactly that, a burgeoning brightness of life in a time of horror, sorrow and pain. Simply put, Kate Young is an observer as much as she is a witness and her debut collection is utterly compelling.
Crime For The Books
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The Jane Doe Book Club is hot on the trail of another real-life whodunit in Kate Young’s third peach-perfect mystery, for fans of Ellery Adams. Lyla Moody and her book club, the Jane Does, are hosting a Halloween party at Magnolia Manor, tailored after Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced, but when the lights come on after the staged murder, a real victim lies dead with a gunshot wound in her chest. The victim was an estranged relative of Elaine Morgan, operator of the B&B, who’d earlier been seen arguing with her about the fate of the property. Suspicion immediately falls on Elaine, and she’s arrested. The Jane Does believe Elaine is innocent, and when they get the chance to team up with police officer Rosa Landry—a member of the club—they jump on it. But then, the club discovers that two more murders have been brazenly predicted online and in the Sweet Mountain Gazette—and that one of the intended victims is Rosa. Lyla thinks she knows who the killer is, but the only way to find out is by laying a trap using Rosa as bait. But, like an Agatha Christie mystery, the truth is never what it seems. Lyla and her trusty book club will have to sleuth out the killer before Rosa meets her final chapter.
A collection of 50 recipes, inspired by literature, for celebrating with friends and family from Kate Young, the Little Library cook.
Reading Between The Crimes
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Perfect for fans of Ellery Adams and Kate Carlisle, the members of the Jane Doe Book Club are on the case as Kate Young's peachy-keen Georgia-set mystery series comes back for seconds. What better time than Halloween to dig into a bracing discussion of a diabolical murder mystery? And what better choice for the Jane Doe Book Club than Agatha Christie's Crooked House? Lyla Moody and her friends are soon embroiled in debate over whether the heroine's actions are particularly believable. But not long after the meeting, sleepy Sweet Mountain, Georgia, is rocked by a murder that uncannily echoes the novel in question. When Lyla and her grandmother arrive at the charity event that Lyla's mother is hosting, they barely have time to hang up their fall jackets before they stumble upon a body in the library. Leonard Richardson, it seems, was robbed and then hit over the head with a brass candlestick--which throws suspicion on Harper Richardson, his young widow and a friend of the Jane Does. Lyla and the rest of the Jane Does pool their prodigious intellects to clear Harper's name. Peculiarly, all of the clues seem to have been lifted directly from the plot of Crooked House. But as Lyla probes the pages of Christie's classic whodunnit for hints on catching the killer, she uncovers secrets from her mother's past--secrets that suggest that Lyla's own house may be crooked as well.
At a murder mystery-themed wedding reception on Georgia's picturesque Peach Cove Island, the bride is doing an awfully good job playing dead...Marygene Brown always figured she'd marry her childhood sweetheart, Alex Myers, not cater his wedding. But the Peach Diner could use the exposure. Most of the island is showing up--although more for the role-playing murder game at the reception than for the widely loathed bridezilla, Lucy Carmichael. Marygene may have to smile through the festivities, but Mama doesn't have to hold her peace--especially since only Marygene can hear her mother's ghost. Mama says she sees an aura of darkness around the wedding.So when Marygene finds Lucy lying beside the wedding cake, buried in batter, with no pulse, it looks like Mama called it. This is no game. And when the bride's body simply vanishes, it's up to Marygene and her best friend Betsy (cousin to the groom and no fan of the bride) to solve a real-life mystery--with a little help from Mama's sassy spirit...
Southern Sass and a Crispy Corpse
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Set on the idyllic Peach Cove Island in Georgia, the story unfolds as a mysterious killer targets unsuspecting victims. The serene landscape contrasts sharply with the dark events, creating a gripping atmosphere. As the locals grapple with fear and suspicion, the investigation reveals hidden secrets and tangled relationships among the island's residents. The narrative weaves together suspense and intrigue, making it a captivating read for those who enjoy thrilling mysteries set against a beautiful backdrop.
The Little Library Year
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
The Little Library Year by Kate Young is a charming guide that pairs seasonal recipes with reading recommendations for each month. From cozy January meals to summer feasts, this beautifully photographed book is a delightful resource for food lovers and bookworms alike.
The Little Library Christmas
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The perfect Christmas gift for cooks and bibliophiles alike. The Little Library Christmasis a collection of 50 festive recipes from Kate Young, the Little Library cook. From edible gifts and cocktail party catering, to the big day itself and ideas for your leftovers, this book will guide you through the Christmas period with meals, treats, tipples and - of course - plenty of reading recommendations. Beautifully photographed throughout and in a gorgeous, giftable, format, this is the perfect book to put under your tree this Christmas.
On Borrowed Crime
- 311 pages
- 11 hours of reading
"Lyla Moody loves her sleepy little town of Sweet Mountain, Georgia. She likes her job as receptionist for her uncle's private investigative firm, her fellow true crime obsessed Jane Doe members are the friends she's always wanted, and her parents just celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary. But recently, with her best friend Melanie on vacation, and her ex-boyfriend and horrible cousin becoming an item and moving in next door to her, her idyllic life is on the fritz. The cherry on top of it all is finding Carol, a member of the club, dead and shoved into a suitcase, left at Lyla's front door. Unusual circumstances notwithstanding, with Carol's heart condition, the coroner rules Carol's death undetermined. But when they discover the suitcase belongs to Melanie, who had returned from her vacation the following morning, Sweet Mountain police begin to suspect Lyla's best friend. Determined that police are following the wrong trail, to clear her friend's name, and to not allow Carol become one of the club's studied cold cases, Lyla begins to seek out the real killer. That is, until she becomes the one sought after. Now, finding the truth could turn her into the killer's next plot twist, unless she wins the game of cat and mouse"--Provided by publisher
Mit dem Little Library Cookbook durchs Jahr
Neue Rezepte aus den schönsten Romanen der Welt
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Ein Fest zu jeder Jahreszeit – die schönsten Bücher und Rezepte »Mit dem LITTLE LIBRARY COOKBOOK durchs Jahr« ist ein literarischer und kulinarischer Almanach und ein Weg, das Jahr in Büchern und Gerichten einzufangen. Die bekannte Londoner Foodbloggerin Kate Young ist überzeugt, dass es für jedes Buch in ihrem Regal die richtige Jahreszeit gibt. Von ihren Lieblingsbüchern hat sie sich zu leckeren saisonalen Gerichten inspirieren lassen, die dem Rhythmus der Jahreszeiten folgen. Neben über 100 leicht nachzukochenden Rezepten enthält ihr Buch unzählige Buchempfehlungen für Januar bis Dezember. Denn Lesen und Genießen gehören einfach zusammen. Liebevoll ausgestattete Ausgabe mit Leinenrücken und Lesebändchen. Weitere berührende Wunderraum-Geschichten finden Sie in unserem kostenlosen aktuellen Leseproben-E-Book »Einkuscheln und loslesen – Bücher für kurze Tage und lange Nächte«
Bohemian Style at Home
- 192 pages
- 7 hours of reading
A highly practical guide that shows readers how to create a tailor-made Bohemian home one room at a time.
Southern Sass and Killer Cravings
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
Life has always been sweet on Georgia’s Peach Cove Island, but a case of murder has Marygene Brown down in the pits . . . For generations, the women of the Brown family on Peach Cove Island have been known for their Southern sass and sweet homemade desserts at their beloved Peach Diner. Since their mother's passing two years ago, Marygene has been stuck in Atlanta while her sister Jena Lynn has been running the family business. Now Marygene has left her husband and returned to her hometown, where she can almost feel Mama's presence. But all is not peachy back home. Marygene has barely tied on an apron when a diner regular drops dead at the counter. When it turns out the old man's been poisoned, Jena Lynn is led away in handcuffs and the family eatery is closed. Now, to save her sister and the diner, Marygene must find the real killer. With some startling assistance from her Mama's spirit, Marygene will be serving up a special order of just desserts . . . Includes Seven Recipes from Marygene’s Kitchen!
The Little Library Cookbook
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
A giftable cookery book with over 100 delicious recipes taken from the author's favourite works of fiction.
Dressing for the Dark
From the Silver Screen to the Red Carpet - Assouline Coffee Table Book
- 144 pages
- 6 hours of reading
In her first-ever book, celebrity stylist Kate Young draws inspiration from iconic fashion moments in film to choose the most influential eveningwear styles of all time, and offers her expert insight as to why these looks are so definitive and are worth revisiting today for that special night out. Spanning classic moments such as Elizabeth Taylor’s timeless white silk chiffon dress in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof and Julia Roberts in that iconic red gown in Pretty Woman, this book, complete with a directory of go-tos, is an accessory no woman will want to dress for the dark without.


