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Help your child build early literacy skills in this colorful wipe-clean board book from the bestselling learn-to-read Bob Books program!My First Bob Books for toddlers and preschoolers are inspired by Bob Books, the bestselling phonics program that's been teaching children to learn to read for more than forty years. Developed with reading experts, My First Bob Books encourage a love of reading while simultaneously building foundational pre-reading skills. My First Bob Books -- Read. Play. Grow!Help prepare your child to learn to read with this interactive activity book!The included wipe-clean pen allows for repeated practice, which builds kids' confidence and helps them master early literacy skills. The handle and included pen make it perfect for fun at home or on the go!This book features: Upper and lowercase letters. Letters have directional arrows to help with letter formation. Alphabet activities including matching, tracing, and look-and-find activitiesSturdy board book pagesA wipe

Now in paperback--a new and exciting pick-your-path STEM adventure for emerging readers! This series starter takes emerging readers on an expedition to the ocean's twilight zone in search of a giant squid. But giant squids are hard to find. Readers will need to join the expedition and help make choices along the way. First they'll pick their submersible. And then their pilot and dive site. They'll need to be careful--not every path leads where it seems, but whatever path they pick, they'll see and learn amazing things! SPARKS INTEREST IN STEM: This introduction to the career of marine zoologist, and the other members of a deep-sea expedition, lets readers dip their toes into being a teuthologist--a scientist who studies cephalopods such as octopus and squid. ENTERTAINS WHILE IT EDUCATES: Each possible path leads to a different outcome, so readers learn new facts about scientific expeditions and marine life as they explore the deep seas in search of the elusive giant squid. COMIC BOOK A

★ 當維京戰士遇見披薩，一場爆笑又溫暖的夢想冒險開始了！★ 勇士的劍，還是廚房的披薩？關於勇氣與夢想的美味故事★ 《Publishers Weekly》《Kirkus Reviews》好評推薦岡納是一名勇敢的維京戰士，生活在遙遠寒冷的北方村落。雖然他總是出海冒險、揮舞長劍，但心裡卻始終感到少了些什麼。直到某次航行中，他聞到一股令人難以抗拒的香味——那是他人生第一次遇見披薩。回到家鄉後，岡納決定自己做披薩。第一次嘗試卻徹底失敗，但他沒有放棄，一次又一次嘗試，終於做出令人驚豔的「維京披薩」。當全村的人都愛上他的披薩時，岡納面臨一個重要的選擇：繼續當勇猛的戰士，還是追隨自己真正熱愛的料理夢想？阿根廷插畫家 Diego Vaisberg 以色彩鮮明、充滿動感的畫面，講述一個幽默又溫暖的故事，鼓勵孩子相信自己的興趣、勇敢追尋夢想。In a rugged northern village, there lived a brave Viking warrior named Gunnar. Deep down, Gunnar had a secret: He felt something was missing from his life.During a voyage to a southern town, Gunnar's destiny took a turn when he smelled a delicious aroma coming from an empty cabin. Inside, he discovered a wonderful treat that completely overwhelmed him: Pizza! When he returned home, Gunnar tried to recreate the recipe. His first Viking pizza was born, and it was ... a disaster.He tried again and again until he perfected his recipe. He couldn't wait to share it with his fellow villagers. As demand for his pizza grew, Gunnar faced

An unforgettable YA murder mystery set in an escape-room themed game show, by Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles, and Tamara Moss, rising star and acclaimed author of Lintang series. It's all fun and games until someone ends up dead. Six months ago, season four of The Escape Game ended in horror when contestant Alicia Angelos was found murdered on set. Now season five is underway, and new contestants are ready to put their skills to the test solving the show's trickiest escape rooms. There's Adi, the cryptographer; Carter, the math whiz; Beck, the wannabe game master, and . . . Sierra Angelos, the girl who got away with her sister's murder. Or so everyone believes. But Sierra's not just here to win. She's here for justice. When the contestants begin uncovering clues that hint at the identity of Alicia's true killer, it becomes clear that the stakes aren't high in this competition, they're deadly. If these teens want to win--and survive--the game

Graphic novels to read anywhere: DC Compact Comics collect DC's bestselling, most iconic stories in a new size! Regarded as one of the greatest Batman stories of all time, master storyteller Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns is the perfect graphic novel for longtime comic book fans and new readers alike! Writer/artist Frank Miller completely reinvents the legend of Batman in this saga of a near-future Gotham City gone to rot, 10 years after the Dark Knight's retirement. Forced to take action, the Dark Knight returns in a blaze of fury, taking on a whole new generation of criminals and matching their levels of violence. He is soon joined by a new Robin--a girl named Carrie Kelley, who proves to be just as invaluable as her predecessors. Can Batman and Robin deal with the threats posed by their deadliest enemies after years of incarceration have turned them into perfect psychopaths? And more importantly, can anyone survive the coming fallout from an undeclared war between the superp

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - WINNER OF THE BOOKER PRIZE - A gripping return to Gilead, The Testaments exposes the regime's inner decay through the intersecting stories of three women whose choices could ignite its downfall. Coming soon as a Hulu Original series starring Ann Dowd, reprising her role as Aunt Lydia, Chase Infiniti as Agnes, and Lucy Halliday as Daisy. The Testaments can be read on its own or as a sequel to Margaret Atwood's classic, The Handmaid's Tale. More than fifteen years after the events of The Handmaid's Tale, the theocratic regime of the Republic of Gilead maintains its grip on power, but there are signs it is beginning to rot from within. At this crucial moment, the lives of three women converge, with potentially explosive results. Two have grown up as part of the first generation to come of age in the new order. The testimonies of these two young women are joined by that of Aunt Lydia, whose complex past and uncertain future unfold in surprising and pivotal wa

A pulsating YA murder mystery set in an escape-room themed game show by Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles, and Tamara Moss, acclaimed author of the Lintang series. Perfect for fans of One of Us is Lying and The Inheritance Games. It's all fun, puzzles and games until someone ends up dead...Six months ago, season four of the hugely popular reality TV show THE ESCAPE GAME ended in horror when contestant Alicia Angelos was found murdered in the escape room on set. Now season five is underway, and new contestants are ready to put their skills to the test solving the show's trickiest escape rooms. There's Adi, the cryptographer; Carter, the math whiz influencer; Beck, the escape room enthusiast and wannabe game master, and .. . Sierra Angelos, the girl who got away with her sister's murder.Or so everyone believes. But Sierra's not just here to win. She's here for justice .. . and revenge.As the contestants progress through the rounds, they begin unc

Rediscover the magic of one of the most iconic classics ever in this 80th anniversary keepsake edition of Antoine de Saint-Exup廨y's The Little Prince, featuring the magnificent illustrations of MinaLima and eight dazzling, interactive paper inserts.All grown-ups were once children--although few of them remember it.A pilot crashes his plane in the Sahara Desert. There, far away from civilization, he meets The Little Prince, a strange young boy who left his solitary life on a distant asteroid and traveled to the disenchanted adult world. What unfolds is an unforgettable adventure through the night sky, and a timeless meditation on the power of seeing the world with wonder and clarity.MinaLima, the design studio best known for creating the graphic universe of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, takes readers on an ever more fantastic journey from planet to desert, from watering the prince's blossoming rose to feeling the embrace of the snake. This reimagination of the world-famou

A child touchingly narrates the ups and downs of living with a parent who experiences mental illness.Sometimes Mom soars like a kite. Other times the kite turns into a sail, and she's like a boat, bobbing along the waves, until water spills over the sides and she starts to sink. "I try to bail the water out," the child says, "but my bucket is too small or has a hole in it." On a better day, Mom introduces the child to a "new friend" named Grace, a therapist and a good listener. Grace explains that it's not the child's job to fix things when Mom has a sinking day. And Grace helps the child find coping strategies such as talking, playing games and, especially, drawing as a creative outlet for their complicated feelings.Gradually, the child begins to feel better when they're at home with Mom, where there are plenty of crayons, as well as the comfort of a beloved pet to cuddle.But the child has one big question. At the end of the story, they ask their mom, and then Grace, if they will sink

Strap in for a thrilling journey through the exciting world of MATHEMATICS! This fast-paced, fun-filled book seamlessly blends COMIC BOOK ACTION with mind-bending MATH FACTS.Embark on a quest with Professor Katzenstein, the world's most intrepid, all-action mathematician, as he unravels the secrets of numbers, patterns, and equations in this vibrant, full-color book. The Prof has a passion for discovery and loves all things strange, unexpected, and surprising - so this exploration of mathematics will be anything but ordinary! - Do you know why your body is like a donut?- Have you ever wondered how many times you can fold a piece of paper?- Have you uncovered the secret mathematics of a sunflower? Get to the bottom of these big ideas and more in this laugh-out-loud series that's a cross between Peanuts and Euclid. This infectiously enthusiastic celebration of mathematics is ideal for inspiring young minds aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Professor Kat's Science Facts series follows Profes

Set against the salty breeze and red cliffs of Prince Edward Island, Ahoy Mate Ahoy! Miss Molly Molloy is a lyrical tale of love, legacy, and the special bond between a father and daughter. Each morning, they cast their lines into the sea--but it's not just fish they're reeling in. With every tide and tangled net, their connection deepens, tied tight like the Celtic knot that links them.Told in playful rhyme and gentle rhythm, this heartwarming story celebrates family traditions, island life, and the unbreakable threads that hold us together. Perfect for reading aloud, Ahoy Mate Ahoy! Miss Molly Molloy is a tribute to the magic of the ocean, the wisdom of a parent's hands, and the joy of passing our traditions from one generation to the next.

Don't miss out on the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last. This breathtaking collectible is only available on a limited first print run in the U.S. and Canada only, a must-have for any book lover. The sequel to Devney Perry's #1 New York Times-bestselling SHIELD OF SPARROWS, a swoon-worthy romantic fantasy filled with legends and monsters, is The Witcher meets Cinderella.

The landmark translation that introduced an ancient Chinese Classic to the West--more than one million copies sold The Wilhelm-Baynes translation of the I Ching, or Book of Changes, has inspired millions with its timeless insights into the changing nature of existence. First set down in the dawn of history as a book of oracles, the I Ching grew into a book of wisdom, eventually becoming one of the Five Classics of Confucianism and providing a common source for both Confucianist and Taoist philosophy. With this groundbreaking translation, the ancient Classic came to the West, where it has influenced countless artists and writers, from Bob Dylan and Philip K. Dick to John Cage and Octavio Paz. Organized for easy reference, it presents the sixty-four hexagrams alongside their commentaries and interpretations, including the Ten Wings, supplemental writings traditionally ascribed to Confucius that provide indispensable perspectives on the symbolic structure of the hexagrams. Featuring C. G.

The first book of the #1 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling apocalyptic adventure series, now in paperback with custom-designed sprayed edges! A Netflix Original series! "Terrifyingly fun! Delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs."--Jeff Kinney, author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Diary of a Wimpy Kid Ever since the Monster Apocalypse hit town, thirteen-year-old Jack Sullivan has been holed up in his tree house, which he's armed to the teeth with catapults and a moat, not to mention an endless supply of Oreos and Mountain Dew scavenged from abandoned stores. Apart from the hordes of zombies, Winged Wretches, and Vine-Thingies invading his once-quiet town of Wakefield, Jack is content to treat the apocalypse like one giant video game--achieving Feats of Apocalyptic Success, driving around in his new ride, Big Mama, and dodging evil monsters like the eerily intelligent Blarg, who just so happens to be on Jack's trail. To take on this ferocious beast,

吉卜力式療癒繪風 × 星際大戰史詩級冒險小碧與凱德將進入一個名為「The Between」的超現實維度。這裡的時間與空間感完全不同，是通往最終真相的關鍵試煉。In the fourth installment of the award-winning, critically acclaimed Lightfall series, Bea, Cad, and their friends continue their quest to restore light on their dark world. Perfect for fans of Amulet and Avatar, this next book dives deeper into the magical world of Irpa, where ancient secrets and adventures abound.After surviving a shipwreck on the Fuerre Sea, Cad washes ashore on the shores of Pellidyr. There, he searches for Lorgon, the Water Spirit, but instead finds the other spirits of Irpa who question if their planet can be saved. One of them offers to help Cad and transports him to A Place Between, a strange liminal realm between the living and the dead, where Cad works to uncover the reason Lorgon summoned them to Pellidyr in the first place. Meanwhile, Bea awakens within the walls of the capital city. While Pellidyr's leader has heard the tales of Bea's derring-do and believes her to be a hero wit

The deeds and misdeeds of aristocrats, past and present, never lose their appeal, whether on screen or in real life. But who are they, and why do they matter? This ground-breaking book explores the origins and development of early-modern elites, revealing the similarities between the organization and behaviour of leading families all over Europe.

The debut chapter-book from award-winning picture book author Alan Windram with fabulous line drawings throughout by Giulia Cregut.A fast-paced, laugh out loud story of feline frolics, with rucksacks made from animal-print underpants, friendly, and not so friendly, forest encounters, tasty treats and some explosive poo. A cross between The Goonies and The Incredible Journey, with lots of heart.Alan shares this exuberantly funny story of the imagined adventures of his two cat's, Sparky and George, as they journey out through the cat flap and into the big bad world.With themes of friendship, resilience and bravery.

An accessible and pedagogical introduction to photovoltaics, Harvesting Sunshine presents the solar cell as a multifaceted device that can be viewed as an electronic energy converter, an absorber and emitter of light, and a thermodynamic heat engine, while also outlining its links with the most ancient of solar energy converters: photosynthesis. Beginning with a simple introduction to photovoltaics, suitable as a stand-alone basic primer, the text goes on to explain the solar cell operation in more detail, outlining the electrical characteristics linked to the balance and reciprocity between electrical currents across a semiconductor junction. At a more fundamental level, the book then looks at the Shockley-Queisser limit and its physical foundations, underpinned by Kirchhoff's and Planck's radiation laws linked by photon recycling, moving the discussion into the realm of thermodynamics. A thermodynamic analysis of thermalization reveals an intimate link between the photovoltaic and th

Drawing on environmental psychology, ecopsychology, conservation psychology, and related disciplines, the authors provide an extensive review of relevant theory and research in a lively and easy-to-read style.

This is an open access title available under the terms of a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 International licence. It is free to read at Oxford Academic and offered as a free PDF download from OUP and selected open access locations. Domesticated uses novel archaeological methods to rewrite the narrative of the rise of social complexity in the western and eastern Eurasian steppe. Through the study of ancient proteins, DNA, and isotopes, as well as traditional archaeology, Alicia R. Ventresca-Miller tracks the adoption of domesticated animals and plants to show how cultivated species transformed societies during the eras preceding the Silk Road networks. Economies in this region shifted from hunting and gathering to the use of ruminant livestock, horse dairying and riding, and finally to the cultivation of grains, marking major thresholds in human history. Ventresca-Miller proposes a model for how this happened--from the initial introduction of the animal or plant to their acceptance, solidification, an

Embark on a breathtaking journey through time to discover the fascinating history of our planet. From the birth of the first ocean to the rise of life, from fiery volcaniceruptions to icy glacial ages, this picture book brings Earth's 4.5-billion-year story to life in a w ay that's vivid, accessible and aw e-inspiring.Young readers w ill meet microscopic creatures, tow ering dinosaurs and w itness the dramatic transformations that shaped the w orld w e know today. A celebration of science, nature and imagination, this book invites children to explore the wonders of Earth's past - and understand the challenges it overcame to become our home.Stunning, imaginative illustrations vividly recreate prehistoric landscapes and creatures, transporting readers back in time w ith breathtaking detail.

Join Freya, Ralph and her friends in this Sylvanian Families picture book, with all your favourite characters from the animation Freya's Happy Diary.Join the Sylvanian Families on their summer adventures in this sweet picture book, based on the animation Freya's Happy Diary, now showing on Youtube!It's summer time in Sylvania, and Freya and her friends are taking a holiday in the forest. Her best friend, Ralph Walnut, is keen to practice his ninja skills. He's always been great at sports, and he especially wants to impress his little brother, Ambrose.But when Freya challenges him to a skipping rope contest, Ralph realises he can't do everything perfectly right away . . . and that Freya is just as competitive as he is! Will Ralph be able to learn to skip and win the contest?This sweet picture book features artwork from the animated Sylvanian Families series, Freya's Happy Diary, and brings the classic and beloved toy range to life as never before.Also available: The World of Sylvanian F

Join Freya and her friends in this Sylvanian Families picture book, with all your favourite characters from the animation Freya's Happy Diary.Join the Sylvanian Families on their summer adventures in this sweet picture book, based on the animation Freya's Happy Diary, now showing on Youtube!The kids are opening a bakery, with bread they've baked themselves! Freya and her friends, Ralph and Lyra, can't wait to get started. Frasier Chocolate, the town's resident baker, is helping them out.There's just one problem . . . Freya can't remember what she put in her bread! Can the friends work out Freya's recipe before the bakery opens?This delightful picture book features artwork from the animated Sylvanian Families series, Freya's Happy Diary, and brings the classic and beloved toy range to life as never before.Also available: The World of Sylvanian Families: The Official Guide, Easter Search and Find and more!Join the Sylvanian Families on their summer adventures in this sweet picture book,

Using all five senses and a dash of imagination, the ordinary walk back from school becomes a super-sized adventure!Normally Zarah and her brother are collected from school by their dad, who rushes them home taking every shortcut. But today Uncle Jerome is collecting them, and he takes 'The long way home'. Reluctant to go further than necessary at first, the children are soon caught up in amazing adventures, due to their uncle's sense of fun and imagination.

本書以大膽又充滿童心的構圖，描繪太陽如何在日升日落之間，悄悄牽動地球上的一切生命。故事以貼近孩子感受的語句展開，將光線化為可流動的存在：從一道日光開始，走過花朵、昆蟲、動物、植物與土壤，層層相連，彼此轉化。畫面節奏明快，色彩隨時間推移而變化，讓閱讀像是一段自然的循環。From the bestselling and award-winning creator of They All Saw a Cat comes a bold and playful exploration of how the sun touches all life on earth--perfect for celebrating Earth Day!Good golden sun, there is much we'd like to know! Are you happy? Are you lonely? Are you feeling well today? Does your belly ever ache? Won't you come down to play?From sunbeam, to flower, to insect, to animal, to plant, to soil, and the earth itself...the sun makes, moves, and transforms life all around us. Celebrate the mysteries of light from sunup to sundown as it weaves its way through creation inspiring change, hope, wonder, and curiosity.

When Thomas' younger sister, Tia, gets kidnapped during a trip to Venice, no one believes he has discovered a clue as to her whereabouts. Tia is blind and Thomas is there to help her. So it's up to him to race across Venice, navigating canals, carnival parades and masked balls, to try and rescue her from her captors.

★ YA時間迴圈話題作！《今天暫時停止》×《忌日快樂》的震撼結合★ 英國卡內基獎、YA Book Prize入圍！愛爾蘭 Great Reads Award 得主★ 一場必須改變自己、才能改變命運的24小時輪迴當時間一再重來，你會選擇改變什麼？《The Eternal Return of Clara Hart》以扣人心弦的時間迴圈敘事，帶領讀者直視青少年文化中的沉默與暴力。當主角 Spence 一次次回到悲劇發生前的那一天，他必須重新檢視友情、責任與勇氣，才有機會改寫命運。這是一部震撼、深刻又極具討論價值的YA小說。A sensational YA debut about toxic masculinity and gendered violenceIn this YA sensation, a teen boy becomes trapped in a time loop of the day of his classmate’s death and must confront toxic masculinity, his own complicity and the courage it takes to change the future.Louise Finch’s Carnegie shortlisted time-loop YA novel ‘tackles sexual assault, toxic masculinity, and grief with precision and courage’ (Kirkusstarred review).Wake up. Friday. Clara Hart hits my car. Go to class. Anthony rates the girls. House party. Anthony goes upstairs with Clara. Drink. Clara dies. Wake up. Friday again. Clara Hart hits my car… Why can’t I break this loop?Spence and Anthony have been friends for years, but it’s only when he witnesses a classma

Action-packed and full of mystery, this third fantasy novel in the Gargoyles trilogy is a must-read for fans of magic, mythology and the power of friendship.Jake's early experiments with malice at the quarry Source have unleashed a chain reaction - and now darkness is spreading throughout the village.As Sole Guardian of Gargoyle's Rest, Callen must figure out a way to stop the plague of ghasts tormenting the village, and purify a Source that's been putrefying for decades. But when he decides to release the magic from Gargoyle's Rest in the hope that it will dilute the darkened magic, it actually feeds and strengthens a lakeful of half-formed grotesques.Can Callen and his friends overcome their distrust of Jake - and can Callen learn to ask for help - before it is too late?Book 3 in the Gargoyles trilogy.

The complete collection of Joel Meyerowitz’s photographs of some 300 objects, collected by Giorgio Morandi and depicted in his paintings. A meeting of two worlds - painting and photography - by two great masters in their respective fields.The first edition of Morandi's Objects is now superseded by the complete archive.The complete collection of Joel Meyerowitz’s photographs of some 300 objects, collected by Giorgio Morandi and depicted in his paintings. A meeting of two worlds - painting and photography - by two great masters in their respective fields.The first edition of Morandi's Objects is now superseded by the complete archive.In the spring of 2015 the world-renowned photographer, Joel Meyerowitz, spent time at Giorgio Morandi's studio at 36 via Fondazza in Bologna. The simple rooms where Morandi painted are awash with objects - vases, tins, shells, bottles and jugs - stacked on shelves, sideboards, chests of drawers and overflowing onto the floor. Attentively and deliberately, Mo

少年 Xavier 原本只是被迫參加一次家庭週末旅行，卻在醒來後發現自己與家人被困在一道無法逃離的透明圓頂中。沒有監視者，沒有出口，只有被「提供」的食物與牲畜，彷彿被放進一場無聲的實驗。三年過去，當另一個價值觀與政治立場截然不同的家庭突然出現，封閉空間內的秩序開始動搖，青少年情感、權力焦慮與生存本能交織，衝突逐步升高，走向難以挽回的結果。作者 Kenneth Oppel 以冷靜而尖銳的筆觸，描寫恐懼、道德與選擇的界線。本書獲選 THE TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025。What should be a relaxing weekend away from the city becomes the stuff of nightmares when Xavier and his family wake up to discover themselves trapped inside a dome with no escape, no sign of captors, and just one other family whose political and moral compasses are very different... an explosive story of survival, teenage passions and an invisible enemy.THE TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2025.'There's deep disquiet in this dystopian thriller' – Daily Mail'A spellbinding and chilling fable' – Financial Times'Hugely thought-provoking, frequently frustrating, this speculative YA novel will stay in the mind long after it’s finished' – The GuardianWhen Xavier wakes up on the first morning of an enforced family weekend away with his

The side-splitting sequel to Adam Kay's debut, No. 1 bestselling children's novel Dexter Procter the Ten-Year-Old Doctor, illustrated by Henry Paker.Dexter Procter, the world's youngest-ever doctor, is back for a follow-up medical mystery!All is not well in Dexter's world. His granny has broken her leg, his friends Rupi and Otto have been expelled from school, there's a strange asthma epidemic he can't get on top of, and slimy politician Barbara Burnhall is trying to shut down everything fun at the hospital. And then his boss, Dr Marigold, goes missing!What Dexter doesn't realize is that he and his friends are about to uncover a dastardly plot involving kidnappings, earthquakes and a demolition ball. He doesn't know what's about to hit him... (Spoiler alert: it's a demolition ball.)Adam Kay and Henry Paker have created a second Dexter Procter mystery that is funnier and even more disgusting than the No. 1 bestselling Dexter Procter the 10-Year-Old Doctor. (And that was pretty disgustin

Nostalgic and heartwarming, The Menu of Happiness features more uplifting tales from Kyoto’s Kamogawa Food Detectives as they recreate favourite dishes from their customers’ pasts. Now a global bestselling series.The Menu of Happiness, translated from Japanese by Jesse Kirkwood, is the third book in the delightful, bestselling Japanese sleuthing series for fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold. This is an interconnected series, which can be read separately, or binged all at once!Welcome to the Kamogawa Diner, where every meal is a mystery ready to be solved. This unique establishment is run by a father–daughter duo who offer more than just mouth-watering meals. They act as ‘food detectives’, delving into the past to produce nostalgia-infused dishes for their hungry clientele.Among the patrons is a once-renowned pianist whose promising career was marred by a self-inflicted injury. She longs to taste the yakisoba she shared with the only man she ever truly loved. The diner also welcomes a

An jam-packed Bluey birthday sticker activity book!HIP, HIP, HOORAY! It's time for birthday celebrations!Play pass the parcel, decorate a duck cake and make bracelets with Bluey and Bingo in this birthday sticker activity book! It's jam-packed with activities including spot the difference, dot to dot and lots of colouring in to keep the biggest Bluey fans entertained. With over 100 stickers included, this activity book is the perfect birthday gift!Happy Birthday!Don’t miss these other awesome Bluey books:Bluey: Bluey and Bingo’s Fancy Restaurant CookbookBluey: Family and Friends Colouring in Sticker BookBluey: How to DrawBluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme following the adventures of a loveable six-year-old Blue Heeler Puppy, Bluey and her family. It’s currently showing on Disney+, BBC iPlayer and CBeebies in the UK. Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun co

Join beloved picture-book creator Beatrice Alemagna on a messy, magical adventure of self-discovery!Annoyed by her big brother and her own bad temper, Yuki throws her house keys down a manhole. When she goes after them, she arrives in a strange underground world, ruled by the mighty Mud Princess. In a place where lost things are found and anger tastes delicious, Yuki finds new friends and learns that she's not the only person living with difficult feelings...

From #1 New York Times bestselling, award-winning author and illustrator Mo Willems, comes the highly anticipated annual event, The Pigeon’s BIRD-DAY!The Pigeon has the hat. And the hot dog cake! He is ready for the presents!But . . . do YOU think The Pigeon can handle his BIG bird-day surprise!?!Get ready for a very special birthday celebration from three-time Caldecott honoree Mo Willems.!

史上最年輕醫生再出動，這次更爆笑、更噁心！氣喘疫情？醫生失蹤？拆除鐵球直衝醫院？！如果你以為第一集已經夠噁心——那你還沒見識到真正的「災難級醫療現場」。BBC即將改編影集Dexter Procter, the world's youngest-ever doctor, is back for a follow-up medical mystery!All is not well in Dexter's world. His granny has broken her leg, his friends Rupi and Otto have been expelled from school, there's a strange asthma epidemic he can't get on top of, and slimy politician Barbara Burnhall is trying to shut down everything fun at the hospital. And then his boss, Dr Marigold, goes missing!What Dexter doesn't realize is that he and his friends are about to uncover a dastardly plot involving kidnappings, earthquakes and a demolition ball.He doesn't know what's about to hit him... (Spoiler alert: it's a demolition ball.)Adam Kay and Henry Paker have created a second Dexter Procter mystery that is funnier and even more disgusting than the No. 1 bestsellingDexter Procter the 10-Year-Old Doctor.(And that was pretty disgusting.)Dexter Procter and the Case of the Disappearing Doctoris soon to

The third mystery about intrepid adventurer, Amelia Cheeseheart and her sidekick Webster, who solve an icy mystery in the museum!Amelia and Webster are going camping in the Ice Age exhibit, but when they arrive, they discover that all the cave mice have disappeared. Then the bellow of a terrifying beast scares Webster away in a terrible panic! Desperate to find him, Amelia enlists the help of famous mouse adventurer Stilton Jones, and together they agree... it's time to investigate!

From the Women’s Prize-shortlisted author of First Love and My Phantoms comes a novel of enduring friendships and small mercies from one of the most acclaimed writers of her generation.From the Women’s Prize-shortlisted author of First Love'This goes straight onto my list of favourite modern novels’ – The Times‘I love this book’ – Sarah Perry, award-winning author of The Essex Serpent‘Outstandingly brilliant’ – Claire-Louise Bennett, award-winning author of PondLaura Miller and Edmund Putnam have been friends for a long time. Theirs is a happy meeting of minds, with long evenings spent huddled in an ancient pub by the Thames, where they share office gossip, reflect on their teenage passions, and lament the state of the world.Recently, though, Putnam has been harder to reach: he has lost his father, and the magazine to which he has dedicated his life has been hijacked by an insufferable new editor, Simon ‘call me Shove’ Halfpenny.Laura has her own problems: with a prickly mother and a t

A groundbreaking guide on how to regain control of your time and your life from New York Times bestselling author Chris Guillebeau.‘A wealth of insanely useful advice’ – Cal Newport, bestselling author of Deep Work‘An invaluable, insightful book’ – Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author of The Happiness ProjectBreak free from deadline dread and time guilt with this powerful guide on how to regain control of your time and your life – from the New York Times bestselling author of The $100 Startup.Swamped with endless notifications and growing to-do lists, we all feel the pressure of a culture that prizes being busy over being present. This ‘time anxiety’ isn’t just for the overly ambitious – it’s a daily reality for parents juggling work and family, students trying to balance grades and health and anyone feeling the pinch to make every moment count.In Time Anxiety, entrepreneur and self-help expert Chris Guillebeau offers actionable advice, personal anecdotes and philosophical reflections th

A heartbreaking novel of love, courage and strength. Based on a real pioneering hospital.PRE-ORDER THE BRAND NEW EMOTIONAL, HEARTBREAKING YET COURAGEOUS STORY FROM LOUISE MORRISH.As the war rages on outside, it is the battle within that must be won, through the quiet strength of words.Josie Everley may have survived the sinking of the RMS Lusitania, but she lost the man she loves most to the sea.Broken-hearted and destitute, Josie must start afresh as a library assistant at a groundbreaking, all-female-run military hospital in Endell Street.As she focuses on her work, she never expected to meet Theo, a wounded soldier suffering his own trauma who finds solace amongst the books.As Josie steps up to the role of librarian and loses her heart to Theo, the war around them continues to be a cruel companion and Josie must muster all her strength and courage to make it through.Will Josie find her happy-ever-after amongst the heartbreak?For fans of THE MYSTERIOUS BAKERY ON RUE DE PARIS, THE FOR