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Elizabeth Baines

    This novelist, short story writer, and playwright crafts narratives that are intricately beautiful yet abruptly brutal, capable of arousing deep sympathy and indignant anger. Their work is described as consuming, making readers wish for more time to immerse themselves in its pages. With compelling prose, they explore the human experience, leaving a lasting impression and compelling readers to reflect on the world.

    Best British Short Stories 2019
    Too Many Magpies
    Balancing on the Edge of the World
    Salt Slow
    A Tricky Kind of Magic
    Astral Travel
    • 2024

      'Stunning'DAZED'Her prose sparkles' ELIZA CLARK'Hauntingly good' iNEWS'A must read' GLAMOUR

      Private Rites
    • 2024

      Lily's grandad has been confused forgetful lately. Then his memories magically start coming to life and Lily knows it's the key to help Grandad get better. Can she unlock the past, before it's too late? An action-packed graphic novel, filled with humour and emotion, about remembering who you are and finding the light at the end of the tunnel.

      The Memory Key
    • 2023

      Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non- fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.

      Captain Scott
    • 2023

      A funny, action-packed, moving black-and-white graphic novel about a boy coming to terms with the loss of his dad.

      A Tricky Kind of Magic
    • 2020

      After Patrick Jackson's death, his estranged daughter Jo tries to unravel the mysteries that always surrounded him - the contrast between the charming, generous face he presented to the world, and his broodiness and temper at home, and the fact that his past in Ireland was shrouded in mystery. The more Jo questions and digs, trying to construct his story, the more the mysteries deepen. Finally she uncovers a chain of secrets forged in the religious and sexual prejudices of the past, but with the power to affect the lives of Patrick's family in the present day.

      Astral Travel
    • 2019

      Best British Short Stories invites you to judge a book by its cover - or more accurately, by its title. This new series aims to reprint the best short stories published in the previous calendar year by British writers, whether based in the UK or elsewhere.

      Best British Short Stories 2019
    • 2019

      Salt Slow

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      4.0(10229)Add rating

      Salt Slow is the electrifying debut collection of short stories about the monstrous in all of us, from a prize-winning new British talent.

      Salt Slow
    • 2015

      Used to Be (UK)

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.2(20)Add rating

      Long-listed for the 2016 Edge Hill Short Story Prize, this collection showcases a variety of poignant and insightful narratives that explore the complexities of human relationships and the intricacies of everyday life. Each story delves into themes of love, loss, and the search for identity, offering readers a rich tapestry of emotions and experiences. The author’s distinctive voice and keen observations invite deep reflection, making this a compelling read for fans of contemporary short fiction.

      Used to Be (UK)
    • 2010

      The Birth Machine

      • 152 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.2(29)Add rating

      As Zelda prepares to give birth in a high-tech ward, her labor takes an unexpected turn, plunging her into a surreal realm where reality intertwines with fairytales and myths. This dreamlike experience uncovers hidden truths and long-buried secrets, leading to unsettling revelations that challenge her understanding of the present. The narrative explores the complexities of motherhood and the impact of the past on the present, creating a haunting and thought-provoking journey.

      The Birth Machine
    • 2009

      Too Many Magpies

      • 144 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.6(37)Add rating

      The arrival of a charismatic stranger brings both intrigue and danger to a young mother who is already anxious about her children's future in a deteriorating world. This haunting narrative explores the intersection of hidden desires and the complex emotions surrounding rational and irrational fears in an increasingly uncertain environment. Through its compelling characters and themes, the novel delves into the psychological impact of living in a polluted and rapidly changing society.

      Too Many Magpies