Sam Baker est une écrivaine dont l'œuvre explore les thèmes de la réussite féminine et des défis sociétaux. Son expérience dans le journalisme et la direction de magazines, y compris son passage en tant que rédactrice en chef de Red magazine, a profondément informé sa perspective. Elle se consacre à la reconnaissance des réalisations des femmes et au soutien de causes vitales, démontrant ainsi un engagement envers l'impact social à travers ses activités professionnelles. Sa plateforme, The Pool, illustre en outre son souci de créer du contenu inspirant pour les femmes contemporaines.
Eve has never imagined herself as a stepmother. But when she falls in love with Ian, he comes with a ready-made family of three children. And, to make matters worse, the ghost of his glamorous and well known wife haunts them. This is a novel about female friendship.
Who would leave a highly respected, hard-won position as an investigative journalist at one of London’s top newspapers for a job at a fashion rag? That’s the question on everyone’s mind when Annie Anderson announces she’s making the move. True, the last few months have been tough on Annie, who remains haunted by memories of an undercover sting gone wrong that left an innocent woman dead. But a glossy magazine? It just doesn’t seem very Annie. Her colleagues assume she’s lost it, but Annie has her secret reasons. After a few days at Handbag, Annie realizes that being a fashion editor is going to be much harder than she ever anticipated. Thrown into the heart of New York Fashion Week, she is unprepared for her new world’s bewildering hierarchy–though she’s becoming increasingly familiar with “that fashion feeling” she gets when facing constant comparisons to the über-thin, ultra-glam women around her. It would be easier working in a war zone than getting the right seat at the Marc Jacobs show. But if there’s one thing Annie knows, it’s interviewing. So when she scores an exclusive with the hot up-and-coming designer Mark Mailer, she’s back on familiar ground. The gossip du jour has Mark and his supermodel girlfriend Patty Lang on the outs after Patty’s disastrous and very public return to her first love: heroin. Annie senses there’s much more to the story, but before she can coax Mark to open up, he’s dead–shot before Annie’s eyes in what appears to be attempted robbery. Though shaken, Annie believes that Mark’s death was anything but random, and a grief-stricken Patty agrees. From New York to London to Milan, while taking on a tyrannical boss, slick-as-oil PR execs, and egomaniacal designers with the depth of a linen blouse, Annie searches for answers. But in the pursuit of a good story, Annie must not lose sight of her common sense–or the consequences could make her the next fashion victim.
Women over forty and in their post-fertility years are the most underestimated and ignored demographic in society. In The Shift writer and journalist Sam Baker seeks to empower and give voice to women to create a new narrative.
Nicci Morrison was always the first among her friends to experience new things, but she never expected to be the first to die.
'Wildly gripping and unputdownable. This is a brilliant book' Marian Keyes She can't remember. But someone else can. What is making Helen Graham so jumpy and evasive? Newly arrived in a tiny Yorkshire village, she finds the locals' curiosity her worst nightmare. Looking over her shoulder every day, she tries to piece together her past before it can catch up with her. But with everything she knows in fragments, from her marriage to her career as a war photographer, how can she work out who to trust and what to believe? Most days she can barely remember who she is... She can run. But can she hide? Praise for The Woman Who Ran: 'Disquieting, thought-provoking ...keeps twisting and turning as it hurtles towards a hair-raising climax' Guardian 'Clever and absorbing' Stylist 'Superbly executed, with a creeping sense of dread that builds to an explosive finish' Clare Mackintosh, author of I Let You Go
In this enchanting story, a motherless girl named Petunia forms a bond with a talking caterpillar named Herman. As they embark on whimsical adventures, Petunia's family and friends learn valuable lessons about nurturing, love, and the beauty of unexpected friendships. This chapter book, ideal for emerging readers aged 8 and above, emphasizes respect for all forms of life and the transformative power of connection. First-time author Sam Baker, with illustrations by Ann Hess, delivers a delightful narrative that captivates and inspires.
The adventure unfolds as a young girl named Petunia rescues a talking caterpillar named Herman, leading to a journey that highlights the importance of friendship and respect for all living beings. This heartwarming chapter book captures the essence of kindness and the magical connections that can form between different creatures.
In a world where a magic mirror holds the power to reveal hidden truths, a young protagonist embarks on a transformative journey. As they navigate through challenges, the mirror unveils secrets about their identity and destiny, intertwining themes of self-discovery and courage. The story explores the balance between reality and illusion, leading to profound revelations that change the characters' lives forever. Richly woven with fantasy elements, it captivates readers with its enchanting narrative and thought-provoking messages.
The story follows Amelia as she navigates the challenges of her newfound power as the ruler of the Arbour. Faced with political intrigue, potential betrayals, and the weight of leadership, she must prove her strength and resolve to maintain her claim to the throne. As she confronts both external threats and internal doubts, Amelia's journey highlights themes of courage, loyalty, and the complexities of governance in a richly developed world.
Four Victorian adventurers and their sailing exploits on the Norfolk Broads.