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A beautifully illustrated fairy tale about kindness, transformation, and adventure.Plumelet is a captivating fairy tale for children aged 5-10, written and illustrated by the author. This enchanting story follows Plumelet, a spoiled young princess who takes her privileged life for granted, treating those around her with disdain. One day, she insults a mysterious old woman at the palace gates--unaware that she is actually a powerful witch named Gargoyle. As punishment, Gargoyle casts a spell that makes Plumelet weightless, and her servant, Cold Wind, carries the frightened princess far from home. Swept into a world of magic and adventure, Plumelet finds herself trapped in an enchanted castle--a labyrinth of salt and pepper--where she must navigate unexpected challenges and encounter both kind and mischievous magical beings. Through these trials, she begins to understand the consequences of her selfishness and learns the value of kindness and friendship. Featuring stunning, surreal illus

A beautifully illustrated fairy tale about kindness, transformation, and adventure.Plumelet is a captivating fairy tale for children aged 5-10, written and illustrated by the author. This enchanting story follows Plumelet, a spoiled young princess who takes her privileged life for granted, treating those around her with disdain. One day, she insults a mysterious old woman at the palace gates--unaware that she is actually a powerful witch named Gargoyle. As punishment, Gargoyle casts a spell that makes Plumelet weightless, and her servant, Cold Wind, carries the frightened princess far from home. Swept into a world of magic and adventure, Plumelet finds herself trapped in an enchanted castle--a labyrinth of salt and pepper--where she must navigate unexpected challenges and encounter both kind and mischievous magical beings. Through these trials, she begins to understand the consequences of her selfishness and learns the value of kindness and friendship. Featuring stunning, surreal illus

The second book in a brand-new contemporary romance series from Sara Cate, theUSA Todaybestselling author of The Salacious Players’ Club.***He let him get away once…Now he has seven days to get him back.Fifteen years ago, Declan Barclay left for uni with plans of becoming an artist and escaping his family’s heavy rule. What he didn’t expect was to meet a soft and enigmatic actor in desperate need of guidance…and a friend. Declan quickly took Colin Shelby under his wing and the two were inseparable ever since.That is until the night before graduation, when lines were crossed and everything changed.Now, after years apart, Colin is back in Declan’s life, but he’s not alone. He’s made a promise to marry someone else, and Declan only has seven days to win back the love of his life. There’s just one problem: His family is counting on him to pull this wedding off at Barclay Manor.With just one week until vows are exchanged, Declan must decide: stay silent and lose Colin for good, or risk ever

From #1Der Spiegelbestselling author Ayla Dade comes the second book in an angsty, new adult sports series featuring a charming second chance romance – set against the backdrop of Aspen’s snowy mountains and winter sports.He's finally back on the ice. But can he melt her heart?Aria Moore thought that two years and two thousand miles would be long and far enough. But when she returns to Aspen to help run the family B&B while her mother is ill, her feelings for Wyatt Lopez come surging back.But he betrayed her, and she's not willing to endure that kind of heartbreak ever again. If she's honest with herself, she has to admit that she still carries a torch for the charismatic ice hockey player who once broke her heart. Aria swore never to see him again – which proves impossible when Wyatt is forced to move into the B&B.Aria begins to feel hopeful when she finally meets someone new – and she makes it clear to Wyatt that they can only spend time together as friends. But on a trip int

A man must fight for his planet against impossible odds when gamers from Earth attempt to remotely annihilate it in this epic, fast-paced novel from the New York Times bestselling author of the smash-hit Dungeon Crawler Carl. All colonist Oliver Lewis ever wanted to do is run the family ranch with his sister, maybe play a gig or two with his band, and keep his family's aging fleet of intelligent agriculture bots ticking as long as possible. As a fan of Earth television and culture, he figures it will be a good thing when the transfer gate finally opens all the way and restores instant travel and full communication between Earth and his planet, New Sonora. But there's a complication. Even though the settlers were promised they'd be left in peace, Earth's government now has other plans. The colossal Apex Corporation is hired to commence an "eviction action." But maximizing profits will always be Apex's number one priority. Why spend money printing and deploying their own AI soldiers when

🐺 Forbidden romance. Werewolves. Kilts.This sizzling bestselling sensation has the internet OBSESSED. 🐺'Let me have you. Just once. Please.'As dark forces rise, Princess Aurora is caught between two powerful alphas. Princess Aurora may have survived the Wolf King, but now he wants her back. To take his throne, Aurora and Callum form a dangerous alliance with one of the most feared Wolves in the Kingdom, Blake.He’s the enemy, but Aurora’s life is bound to his. If he dies, so does she. As she fights their connection, she suspects Blake is keeping secrets.There is a bigger game at play than who sits on the Wolf Throne – one that threatens both kingdoms. With enemies closing in, Aurora may be the only one who can stop an ancient evil from rising. To survive, she must decide where she – and her heart – belong.THE ROMANTASY SENSATION DRIVING READERS WILD!‘It’s a little bit Outlander, a little bit ACOTAR, and its own thing in just the perfect way.’‘Now that’s what I call ROMANTASY.’‘Gahhhh.

Every kid is shaped by their family--but not every kid has a brother like Rob. In this bright and thoughtful middle grade graphic memoir, debut cartoonist Gina Chadderton examines the fun and difficult parts of growing up alongside their autistic and nonverbal brother. So much is changing in Gina Chadderton's life. Her family is moving, she's about to start middle school., and her brother Rob has just escaped out a playroom window ended up over at the new neighbor's house! This coming-of-age memoir explores Gina and Rob's lives. As a nonverbal autistic boy with an intellectual disability, Rob doesn't communicate his thoughts and feelings like most people do. Despite the difficulties that come with that, the Chadderton family has never failed to show each other kindness and love. But as Gina begins to grapple with her own growing body and whether or not to shave her legs, she struggles with how hard it is to take care of her brother while also taking care of herself. Compassionate, info

The much-anticipated novel from preeminent journalist and royal biographer Omid Scobie and National Book Award-winner Robin Benway, two bestselling and beloved authors who are drawing from their real world expertise, an irresistibly entertaining story about a young American woman who leaves the White House for a job at Buckingham Palace--where she finds herself tangled in a royal mess she might not be able to spin her way out of. She can handle the press...but can she handle the palace?With the British monarchy reeling from a wave of scandals, young American politico Lauren Morgan is plucked from the White House press office to breathe new life into the Buckingham Palace communications team and improve the royal family's streak of bad headlines. But the Palace is an institution steeped in tradition and strict protocol, and Lauren quickly discovers that change is far from easy, or welcome, especially when you're dealing with culture clashes, displeased royal aides, and a risky new love

The development of minimally invasive approaches to screen for multiple tumor types at one time could potentially improve health outcomes; however, the clinical utility of multicancer detection (MCD) testing has yet to be established. The National Academies National Cancer Policy Forum held a workshop in October 2024 to explore the current scientific understanding and clinical use of MCD testing, as well as implications for cancer care and outcomes for all patients.

Allegory has been variously defined as a literary genre, a mode of interpretation, and a symbolic dimension to all language. Although 'allegory' historically escapes easy definition, it can be broadly defined as a mode of communicating that says one thing and means another. Allegory arguably functions by means of a distinction between the surface level of communication and a further level or levels of significance beyond the surface. The term 'allegory' has historically been used both of a mode of writing or representation and of a mode of reading and interpretation. Allegorical writing is found throughout history in a wide variety of literary forms and traditions. This Handbook reflects the diversity of literature in which allegory occurs, including genres such as medieval drama, Romantic poetry, and the postcolonial novel. It addresses both key texts typically thought of as allegories (such as Piers Plowman, The Pilgrim's Progress, and Animal Farm), and allegorical motifs and tendenc

"A marvellously engaging writer."The TimesDiscover the story of life on our planet as you have never seen it before, from winner of the Royal Society Science Book Prize, Henry Gee. The perfect gift for curious minds.In 30 bite-size chapters, Nature editor and author of the award-winning A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth Henry Gee charts the incredible, unlikely story of life on our planet, with colour illustrations from artist Raxenne Maniquiz.Life began billions of years ago, as tiny bubbles sheltering from toxic seawater began to spring up on the ocean floor. What follows is the ultimate survival story: faced with supervolcanoes, toxic air and asteroids – life adapted.The Wonder of Life on Earth boils down billions of years of evolution into one exquisite 80-page book, giving a broad overview that focuses on some of the most pivotal moments in the story of life: including mass extinctions, the egg, the seed, the spine and the ear. Near misses for the existence of life, and evol

It’s time to eat a rainbow in this first book of foods – and colours! Essential books for toddlers and parents, from the bestselling Steve Antony, award-winning creator ofPlease Mr Panda!A first look at foods and colours,Chick Peais perfect for little hands in a new chunky board book format. Fresh, funny and utterly relatable, with a playful text that will delight fussy eaters and frustrated parents!Hands up if you’re hungry! Chick certainly is and he LOVES peas, so he’s getting ready for a pea party. But perhaps not everyone likes pea pizza or peas on toast . . . and why stick with green when there’s a whole rainbow of good food to enjoy? Roll on red, hello yellow and hooray for blue! Now come on in and wash your hands, It looks like this party is ready to start. But I wonder if anyone will help tidy up?A must have for children and their parents for a key childhood moment.Guide your toddler through more milestones with the Cosy Creatures series:Cat NapBird BathHippo Potty

Isla loves painting the everchanging big, bold Sky. But when Sky gives in to the pressure to be bright and blue and sunny all the time, the world below-and Isla's paintings-start to suffer. Can Isla convince Sky to let all her feelings and colours show?Isla loves to paint Sky and all her glorious multicoloured moods.Sometimes Sky is vast, bright, and blue; sometimes she is dark and thunderous, her raindrops reflecting the town below. Isla loves all Sky's moods and tries to capture the variety in her paintings.When Sky rains or clouds over, however, all the other townspeople grumble and moan. Sky decides she should just try to be happy all the time, so people aren't cross with her. But this is harder than it looks and soon the world below-and Isla's paintings-start to suffer. Can Isla convince big, bold Sky to let all her feelings and colours show? What happens to Sky when she is on the brink of bursting?Isla and the Sky is a gorgeous new picture book from Greg Stobbs, celebrating the p

★ 全球人氣系列 Isadora Moon 10週年紀念珍藏版★ 粉紅燙金＋三邊刷色設計，夢幻收藏級精裝★ 收錄經典故事＋全新加贈短篇〈Pink Rabbit’s Forgotten Birthday〉★ 附活動、遊戲與手作內容，最適合小讀者的生日禮物書半吸血鬼、半精靈的 Isadora Moon 準備舉辦人生第一場生日派對。她曾參加過許多人類朋友的派對，但當精靈媽媽和吸血鬼爸爸負責籌備時，一切都變得充滿魔法與驚喜。這本10週年紀念版收錄經典故事與粉紅兔子的全新短篇，並附活動與遊戲，是粉絲必收藏的夢幻紀念書。Celebrate a decade of enchanting adventures with the Isadora Moon 10th Anniversary Gift Edition, created by author-illustrator Harriet Muncaster. This special edition brings together the beloved story Isadora Moon Has a Birthday with an extra-special bonus tale, Pink Rabbit's Forgotten Birthday!In Isadora Moon Has a Birthday, Isadora is excited for her very first birthday party. She's been to lots of human parties before and now she's going to have one of her own! But with her mum and dad organizing things, it's not going to be like the parties she's been to before...In Pink Rabbit's Forgotten Birthday, Pink Rabbit is wondering why no one in the house seems to have remembered that today is a very special day indeed. Could Isadora rea

Join Winnie-the-Pooh and all his friends from the Hundred Acre Wood in this gorgeous, rhyming picture-book adventure.What Shall We Do, Winnie-the-Pooh?is a delightful rhyming adventure, celebrating friendship and differences, and featuring the best-loved characters from the Hundred Acre Wood.Join Winnie-the-Pooh for a walk through the Hundred Acre Wood as he ponders over what to do about each of his friends. Poor, timid Piglet is scared of everything, Tigger is far too bouncy sometimes, and Eeyore is always gloomy . . . but Pooh soon realises that he loves his friends because of their differences, and that the most important thing is to be yourself!With gentle rhyming verse by bestselling author Jeanne Willis, inspired by A.A. Milne's original Winnie-the-Pooh hum fromThe House at Pooh Corner, this is a delightful and heart-warming rhyming adventure about true friendship and having fun, with charming illustrations from Mark Burgess, in the style of E.H. Shepard.This authorised sequel is

She can't read his mind. He can't read hers. But you can read both. The iconic '90s rom-com from the number-one bestselling authors.Dating in the 90s sucks. Men are from Mars, women are from Venus and no one is getting a call after the first date.Meet Jack: twenty-seven-year old commitment-phobe and serious partier. He tried love – it didn’t work out. So why bother, when being single is this much fun? Right?Meet Amy: while she’s stuck in dead-end temp jobs, her friends are settling down and her mother is despairing of her. It’s time to sort things out and make a change.Now find out what happens when they meet each other. They don’t want the same things, they’re caught up in the whirlwind of distractions offered by 1990s London and they can only communicate by landline – do they have a chance?*Josie and Emlyn's brilliant new time-travel rom-com You & Me and You & Me and You & Me is available now.*‘Their characters live and breathe’ Sunday Times‘Endearing and addictive’ Heat‘

Radical, ruthless - and razor-sharp. Welcome to the brutal, revolutionary crime thrillers of Jean-Patrick Manchette, reissued by Vintage Classics in a major new celebratory series'Explosive, absurd...with plenty of oh la la and even more zut alors' The TimesWHEN IT COMES TO REVOLUTION, EVERYONE PAYSIn Paris, the Nada gang – a small cell of left-wing radicals – hatch a plan to kidnap the U.S. ambassador. They’re armed, angry, and almost successful – but totally unprepared for what follows. As the crackdown begins, the group splinters, exposing cowardice, betrayal, and the thin line between radical idealism and outright nihilism. There will be no heroes – only casualties.Jean-Patrick Manchette skewers both the establishment and its would-be destroyers in this pitch-black political thriller. His most overtly radical work, Nada is a savage, stylish dissection of violence, ideology, and the wreckage left behind.

Radical, ruthless - and razor-sharp. Welcome to the brutal, revolutionary crime thrillers of Jean-Patrick Manchette, reissued by Vintage Classics in a major new celebratory series'The French noir novel you need to help you vent your frustrations right now’ LitHubMurder isn’t always ugly.Aimée is drop-dead gorgeous, razor-sharp, and lethally efficient. A killer with a cool head and a taste for chaos, she arrives in the backwater town of Bléville – a festering stew of grudges, corruption, and small-town rot – ready to make a killing.It's a game she’s played before: stir up trouble, pit the locals against one another, then disappear with blood on her hands and money in her pocket. But this time, something breaks and the game turns on her.Jean-Patrick Manchette transformed the crime novel into a weapon of satire and stylish mayhem. Fatale is his bloodiest, funniest, and most brilliantly unhinged work: a riot of revenge, farce, and gleeful destruction.

FT – THE BEST SUMMER BOOKS OF 2025‘If only my Cantonese parents weren’t so allergic to the word love…’‘A wonderfully heartwarming memoir with lots of foodie insights.’ Rachel Khoo‘A real and delightful surprise – and also very funny.’ Ella Risbridger__What is the most unsayable thing you have ever wanted to say to your parents? For newly single food journalist Candice Chung, there’s been one thing on her mind lately: she has never told them, ‘I love you.’ Simple. Reasonable. If only her estranged Cantonese parents weren’t so allergic to the word ‘love’.With a 13-year relationship coming to an end, Candice Chung finds herself losing not only her first love but also her most reliable restaurant review partner. And so when her parents offer to be her new plus-ones, she faces a dilemma: is it better to eat together in polite silence or to try to broach how, for the past decade, they’ve managed to drift so profoundly apart?Through shared meals and culinary adventures, Candice and her parent

For readers of BUTTER and CONVENIENCE STORE WOMAN comes Junko Takase's Akutagawa Prize-winning novel about the pressures of modern life, and the pleasure of eating wellWINNER OF THE AKUTAGAWA PRIZE'So bracing, so strange and humane . . . I loved it.' SHARLENE TEO, author of PONTI‘Funny . . . All the people in this novel are alive.’ HIROMI KAWAKAMI, author of STRANGE WEATHER IN TOKYO‘Witty and sharp . . . I devoured it.’ NATALIE SUE, bestselling author of I HOPE THIS FINDS YOU WELL'A slim but impactful novel that will make you laugh and think' DAZEDThe power dynamics of the office are never more obvious than when it comes to food: mandatory lunches with the boss, the colleague who tries to curry favour with home-baked goods, discovering the discarded remnants of someone else's late-night binge . . .In their Saitama office, Ashikawa is the kind of woman Nitani knows he will likely marry: sweet, obliging, and determined to wean him off his addiction to instant noodles. But he finds himsel

An enthralling sapphic retelling of Swan Lake, for fans of Allison Saft and V.E Schwab by the New York Times bestselling author of Where the Dark Stands Still.Magic has long been outlawed in Auréal. Odile has always known she’d be the one to restore it.Raised by a sorcerer, Odile has spent years preparing for the heist of a lifetime. It’s relatively simple. Impersonate a princess, infiltrate the palace, steal the great sceptre and restore magic to the kingdom.But when the King is unexpectedly murdered, she’s forced to recruit the help of Marie, the real princess, and the two begin to unravel a web of lies and deceit that leaves Odile uncertain of who to trust.Soon though Odile must decide – her mission or the girl she’s falling for?The fate of the Kingdom depends on her making the right choice. . .---------------------------------------------------------------------Reviews for Where the Dark Stands Still:'A deeply romantic debut'. Sarah Underwood, NYT Bestselling Author of Lies We Sing

Meet more than 100 characters from My Hero Academia in this official companion to the hit anime TV series.How tall is Izuku Midoriya? Who is Katsuki Bakugo’s old rival? What kind of personality does Ochaco Uraraka have?Find out the answers to these questions and more, including essential facts and stats about characters from their Quirks, hero names, personalities, birthdates, friendships, rivalries, abilities, and much more.The official My Hero Academia encyclopedia with 100+ detailed character entries:*Meet more than 100 characters from the anime – each character's page features their Quirks, unique outfit details, fun facts, quotes and dynamic stills of key storyline moments*Officially licensed by Crunchyroll*The perfect gift for fans of My Hero Academia, superheroes, shonen manga and animePacked with lesser-known details about students, teachers, Pro Heroes, and villains, and brimming with detailed annotations of character illustrations, every fan will learn something new about the

A beautiful field guide to flowers featuring notes, spectacular photos, and colourful illustrations of the world’s most fascinating flowers.A compact version of DK’s bestselling anthology series,An Anthology of Flowersis perfect for young botanists and nature enthusiasts ages 7-9 to take on the go and find the beauty in the blooms.An Anthology of Flowerswill be your child’s guide through the natural world, teaching how to easily identify different species, including a vast variety of blooms, from exotic blossoms to iconic garden favourites.This stunning flower book for kids offers:The next book in the new compact spin-off of the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series.A magnificent collection of over 100 unique flowers, from wildflowers and garden favourites to rare species.A quality gift book, with metallic foil and striking imagery on every page.An Anthology of Flowersfeatures mesmerising images, beautiful illustrations by the artist behind DK’s bestselling Anthology series and cap

Join Brown Bear and Friends as they celebrate love and the power of hugs!Hugs when you're happy.Hugs when you're sad.Hugs when you're scared.Hugs when you're mad!Join Brown Bear and Friends as they celebrate love and the power of hugs!This charming, sweet rhyming book is the perfect gift for Valentine's Day - or any day of the year.Fans of Eric Carle will love this special hug in a book as it’s the perfect way to say I love you. Using a range of images from the World of Eric Carle, and featuring Brown Bear, Polar Bear, Panda Bear, Baby Bear and more, this special gift book celebrates the affirming power of a hug.Want to read more from Brown Bear and friends, check out:Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?Baby Bear's Busy DayBrown Bear: 123Brown Bear: Colours

Dance-floor-filling bangers, complete and radical optimism, killer style – we’d all love to be a bit more Dua Lipa.Since her breakout smash hit "New Rules," Dua Lipa has been constantly delivering zeitgeisty dance tracks that have swept the world. From her mermaid cameo in Barbie to her fan-focused book club, she is a multi-faceted pop star who constantly challenges and surprises her audience.With this beautifully illustrated guide, learn to channel your inner pop queen, and find advice on how to live, dance, party and love like Dua.

The perfect anti-Valentine: a deliciously dark collection of love stories, from a prizewinning writer who has been compared to Margaret Atwood and Angela Carter.An utterly absorbing collection of depraved, delectable and enchanting short stories from the queen of weird girl fiction.'Absolutely obsessed. Savage, strange and spicy' Lucy Rose, author of LambCan 'no' be a declaration of love? What happens when love is savage, dangerous and all-consuming? In this gorgeous and unsettling collection, women navigate the complexities and cruelties of desire across time and place, from a medieval convent to a Victorian parlour to a 1990s high school.Intensely atmospheric, surprising and darkly funny, No & Other Stories is a richly flavoured feast that will leave you craving more.'Unsettling and addictive, glistening with transgressive thrills and erotic appetites' Daily Mail'Gleefully depraved, gloriously queer and thrillingly bold' Leon Craig, author of Parallel Hells'A dark delight, steepe

Tales of Bad United's stunning skills have reached the stars! The Uni-Horn Roamers have invited them to play a friendly match, and the team is THRILLED to be going up against (semi-)pro leaguers. Hoof is sure that this is a sign that Bad United has truly Made It. Serena isn't available to coach the team, so she leaves their captain, Bones, in charge of getting them allpitch-ready.Everyone is totally game, until they realise that Bones might be taking this all a BIT more seriously than they are... As tensions flare, can Bad United keep it together, or will this be their FINAL game together? The fourth book in a super and silly graphic novel series, perfect for fans of THE BAD GUYS and THE NOTHING TO SEE HERE HOTEL.?

The third volume in a sweet slice-of-life manga series that thoughtfully explores the complications of friendship, first loves and what it truly means to be an ally. Perfect for fans of HEARTSTOPPER (1.28m TCM), WONDER (765k TCM) and SASAKI AND MIYANO (9.6k).Being in love with your best friend is hard, but being a good friend is even harder. The third volume of the hit manga series about the complications of friendship, first loves and what it truly means to be an ally.Hime and Akira have been best friends since childhood. But they haven’t spoken in weeks – not since their argument over Akira’s crush, who’s too distracted by Hime to notice Akira!The girls want to make up, but this rift runs deeper than a simple crush. All Akira wants is to be seen as a girl, and Hime is upset that people see her as nothing but a girl. Before they can repair their relationship, they’ll need to work through some big questions.Can they learn to accept each other and themselves before they drift apart fore

Join Peppa and friends as they explore exciting jobs and discover what they want to be when they grow up!Join Peppa and friends as they discover all the fun things people can be when they grow up! This fun-filled activity book introduces lots of exciting jobs - from flying high as a pilot, to cooking up treats as a chef or dancing gracefully like a ballet dancer.Don’t miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: Dream Big, Peppa!Peppa Pig: Peppa in Space Sticker Activity BookPeppa Pig: Fabulous Friends: Sticker Activity BookPeppa Pig is a 4-time BAFTA award-winning preschool animation shown in the UK daily on Channel Five’s Milkshake and Nick Jnr. Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy whose days are filled with action packed activities. Along with her family and friends, Peppa learns and plays and has lots of fun. Join Peppa and her family on their funny, action-packed, everyday adventures in this collection of activity, story and novelty books.

A Single Man is an exclusive Vintage Classic that has been made into a film starring Julianne Moore and Colin Firth and directed by Tom Ford.George is heartbroken after the death of his lover.An English professor in suburban California, George must now adjust to a tragic new solitude in the sun. Beneath George’s rigid British restraint, waves of sorrow and fury surge. He doggedly persists with the routines of his past life, heading out to work, to the gym, on again to dinner. Yet along the way, George rediscovers the unexpected pleasures of life and the soul's ability to triumph over loneliness and alienation. This short, poignant novel is a tender and wistful love story.WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY TOM FORD‘Lyrical and intensely moving’ Daily Telegraph‘Widely recognised as his supreme achievement . . . a work of compressed brilliance’ Guardian‘A virtuoso piece of work . . . powerful’ Sunday Time

In this epic conclusion to Star Wars: The High Republic, the Jedi face a final confrontation against the Nihil and Marchion Ro.The Force is everything. A single life connected to all life. All things connected to all other things. This is what the Jedi believe, and this is why they fight. For life . . . and the light.For too long, the light has been threatened by Marchion Ro, a sinister despot who will stop at nothing in his quest for power. The conflict with Ro and his marauding Nihil forces has left scars across the galaxy and held the Republic hostage. Countless lives have been lost, beacons of hope have fallen, and the collective courage and resolve of the Republic have been tested like never before. Through it all the Jedi Order has endured, an unwavering candle against the encroaching darkness.But the Jedi have yet to solve the mystery of the Nameless creatures who feed on the Force. Ro has loosed them upon the galaxy, striking fear into the heart of even the most stalwart Jedi.

My Friend Billy Whiskers is a playful, heart-warming tale about the magic of imaginary friends, brimming with energy and adventure. Celebrate the fun, mischief, and comfort of friendship with award-winning author-illustrator David Litchfield. Some friends are real, some are imaginary, but all can help us find our voice. My Friend, Billy Whiskers is a charming celebration of friendship, bravery, and the little push we sometimes need to step into something new.One day, while the other children play together, Patrick sits alone, but he isn’t really alone. His imaginary friend, Billy Whiskers, is always there, ready for bike rides, tree climbs, and magical adventures where Patrick’s worries can just disappear. But on this special day, with the help of Billy Whiskers, Patrick finds the courage to take a new adventure and say hello to real life children playing in the real life playground. Can you guess what happens next? This heart-warming and uplifting picture book from award-winning autho

A moving reimagining of the man at the heart of Operation Mincemeat, brilliantly told by the celebrated wartime statesman, historian and author'Not a word is wasted in this gem of a 1950 novel, inspired by the secret wartime plan' The TimesA moving reimagining of the man at the heart of Operation MincemeatWilliam Maryngton has just one dream: to fight for his country, as his late father did. Devoted and honourable, he knows no fear – yet somehow, he always misses the battle; too young for the First World War, too old for the Second. Operation Heartbreak follows Willie’s life, through youthful idealism, love affairs and disappointed hopes, until, finally, he gets the chance to make a difference. Duff Cooper’s bittersweet novel, inspired by the real events of Operation Mincemeat, is a poignant tale of dreams of glory, and what it means to be true.‘Supremely moving ... Its ending is as unexpected as it is affecting’ Wall Street Journal

A riveting, funny coming-of-age story: the second volume in Pirkko Saisio's award-winning Helsinki trilogy'A Finnish masterpiece of autofiction... Saisio's Helsinki trilogy is a dreamy, complex and therefore so very human portrait of the formation of a great artist' Financial TimesA riveting, funny coming-of-age story: the second volume in Pirkko Saisio's award-winning Helsinki trilogyTeenaged Pirkko can’t decide which she hates most: God, her communist father, or her growing breasts. Grandpa has moved into the room long promised to her, and Mother, overworked and distant, tries to keep the peace between her headstrong daughter and husband. It's 1960s Finland and Pirkko has fun getting into trouble. That is, until her teacher suggests she might have what it takes to be a real writer. Then the historic summer of 1968 arrives, which Pirkko spends working at a Swiss orphanage where no one understands her and, as much as her family drive her mad, she’s homesick for the first time.As the wo

From the author of the multi-million bestselling Sapiens comes the next volume in the incredible story of the human race, for younger readers.Why is the world not always a peaceful place?Why do we have wars?And why do we sometimes . . .not?The answer to these questions can be found in one of the strangest tales you'll ever hear. And it's a true story.Find out about what exactly happened, thousands of years ago, when people from different tribes met.How they sometimes fought. But were sometimes able to live happily together.You ll discover how we were able to agree on rules and ideas for how life should go. Why wars were (and still are) often fought, and what we can learn from the past to make a more peaceful future.From Ancient Rome to the Mongol Khans, from Carthage to Mongolia, travel deep into the past, and around the world, to discover how people became friends and enemies, and built the world as we know it today.

Sing along with Bluey and Bingo as they play a fun game of Four in the Bed! Press the buttons to hear Bluey and Bingo sing! Featuring favorite characters and hands-on interaction, this adorable song book will keep young readers engaged and entertained at story time.The animated series Bluey follows a curious and energetic Blue Heeler pup who loves to share games and adventures with her family and friends.

From the internationally bestselling author of the DCI Ryan MysteriesMurder and mystery collide with dark humour in this explosive, fast-paced thriller.“The only way to catch a killer is to think like one…”When a senior Metropolitan Police officer and a High Court judge die within days of each other, criminal profiler Doctor Alex Gregory senses a chilling pattern. To him, the deaths echo the most devastating failure of his career: the wrongful conviction of Carl Deere, once accused of being the infamous ‘Soho Killer’.Four years earlier, Deere was cleared of the murders and released from prison—his name legally erased, his face surgically altered, his identity reborn. Officially, he no longer exists.But the past is not so easily buried.As the body count rises and public scrutiny intensifies, Gregory begins to fear that someone is orchestrating revenge with meticulous precision. Is Deere, the once-innocent man destroyed by the system, now hunting those he blames? Or is someone else manip

Learn about inspiring story of Beatrix Potter, the legendary author, illustrator, and protector of nature. During her childhood in London, little Beatrix loved to draw. She drew everything she came across, and particularly loved drawing animals and other things that she spotted in the natural world around her. As an adult, she began writing and drawing her own stories, and she created a story about a naughty little rabbit named Peter. That story, which she decided to publish with her own money, became The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which today is a true classic.She went on to create other beloved animal characters, such as Jemima Puddle-Duck and Mrs Tiggy-Winkle, enchanting readers with her timeless tales set in the English countryside. Her beautifully illustrated stories, filled with mischief and adventure, inspire readers with a love of nature and storytelling. Beyond her writing, Beatrix was a pioneering conservationist, preserving land for future generations.Her story, of self-belief an

You’ve heard of IQ and EQ. But in today’s world, they’re no longer enough. We need the Agility Quotient (AQ).“Holistic, practical, and easy to digest (without feeling corporate). If you’re looking for a quick, yet addictive read about how to manage uncertainty, this is one of those books that will make you feel a little more steady.”—theSkimmIn a time defined by nonstop disruptions, when jobs vanish overnight, industries evolve in months, and yesterday’s rules no longer apply, AQ—the Agility Quotient—is the intelligence you need to handle change, uncertainty, and the unknown. The good news is that, with the right toolkit, you can grow your agility and learn to navigate a world of increasing instability.Drawing on leadership coach and former venture capitalist Liz Tran’s work with over 200 successful founders, executives, and dozens of companies and organizations,AQreveals a model for how high-performing teams and managers adapt to uncertainty. Tran will show you how to cultivate “durab

A double dose of gripping psychological suspense, pairing two complete novels and two rare short stories, from six-timePulitzer Prizefinalist Joyce Carol Oates. Two serial killers – one female, one male – murder in the name of a higher cause. Ideal for fans of Alice Munro, Ann Patchett and Anne Tyler.