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A A Gill

Andrew Swanston read law at Cambridge, but was inspired to write by his lifelong interest in early modern history. His Thomas Hill novels – The King’s Spy, The King’s Exile and The King’s Return – are set against the backdrops of the English Civil War, Cromwell’s Commonwealth and the early Restoration respectively. He is also the author of Waterloo: The Bravest Man and Beautiful Star and Other Stories. His first historical thriller set during the reign of Elizabeth I – Incendium (published in paperback as The Incendium Plot) – introduced readers to the academic, lawyer and intelligencer Dr Christopher Radcliff, whose adventures continue in Chaos. Andrew Swanston lives in Surrey.

A D Swanston

A E Langsford

A G Hopkins

A. J. BAIME is the New York Times best-selling author of The Arsenal of Democracy: FDR, Detroit, and an Epic Quest to Arm an America at War and Go Like Hell: Ford, Ferrari, and Their Battle for Speed and Glory at Le Mans. Both books are in development for major motion pictures. Baime is a longtime regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal, and his articles have also appeared in the New York Times, Popular Science, and Men’s Journal. He lives in Granite Bay, California. Visit him at facebook.com/ajbaime and trumanbook.com.

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A J P Taylor

Anthony James Pollard is a British medieval historian, specialising in the fifteenth century and in particular the Wars of the Roses. A leading authority in the field, he is profesor emeritus of Teesside University. His books include North-Eastern England during the Wars of the Roses, Richard III and the Princes in theTower, Imagining Robin Hood: the Late Medieval Stories in Historical Context and Warwick the kingmaker: Politics, Power and Fame.

A J Pollard

A J Rochester

A K Benjamin is a clinical neuropsychologist and the author of Let Me Not Be Mad: A Story of Unravelling Minds.

A K Benjamin

A. L. Berridge read English at Oxford, and taught for ten years before moving into television, where her production credits range from period drama and thrillers to long-running soaps. She has written two previous novels, Top Ten besteller Honour and the Sword and In the Name of the King. Into the Valley of Death is her third novel.

A L Berridge

Alison Gaylin's first job was as a reporter for a celebrity tabloid, which sparked a lifelong interest in writing about people committing despicable acts. More than a decade later, she wrote and published her Edgar-nominated first novel, HIDE YOUR EYES. 
 
She's since published nine more books, including the USA Today and international bestselling Brenna Spector suspense series, which has been nominated for the Edgar, Anthony and Thriller awards and won the Shamus award. 
 
She lives in upstate New York with her husband, daughter, cat and dog.

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A P Wavell

A.S. Webb is the Sunday Times bestselling author of Daughter of Chaos, the first instalment of The Dark Pantheon Trilogy. She is inspired by stories rooted in history and mythology, that push the boundaries of imagination and urge us to reflect on what it means to be human.

A S Webb

A. A. Dhand is the author of six previous novels, and has been shortlisted for the CWA Steel Dagger Award. His DI Harry Virdee novels are currently being adapted for TV by the BBC. He was raised in Bradford and spent his youth observing the city from behind the counter of a small convenience store. After qualifying as a pharmacist, he worked in London and travelled extensively before returning to Bradford to start his own business and begin writing. The history, diversity and darkness of the city have inspired all his novels. For more information about A. A. Dhand and his books, follow him on X @aadhand, and on Instagram @aa_dhand.

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A. A. Gill

A. A. Milne

A. Anatoli

A. B. Poranek grew up sharing her time between Ontario, Canada and rural Poland, and eventually completed a veterinary degree at the Warsaw University of Life Sciences. A lover of mythology and history, she enjoys exploring both in her writing. Her debut novel, Where the Dark Stands Still, an instant New York Times bestseller, is an ode to Poland's folktales, while A Treachery of Swans transports readers to a world inspired by 17th century France.

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A. Bradley

Professor A. C. Grayling is Principal of the New College of the Humanities at Northeastern University, London, and a Supernumerary Fellow of St Anne's College, Oxford. He has written and edited over thirty books on philosophy, history, science and current affairs. For several years he wrote columns for the Guardian newspaper and The Times and was the chairman of the 2014 Man Booker Prize.

A. C. Grayling

A.D. Miller is the author of Snowdrops, The Earl of Petticoat Lane and The Faithful Couple. Snowdrops was a bestseller and was shortlisted for many prizes including the Man Booker and the CWA Gold Dagger. It was translated into 25 languages. As Moscow Correspondent of The Economist A.D. Miller has travelled across the former Soviet Union and covered the Orange Revolution in Ukraine; he is now the magazine’s Culture Editor based in London. 
 
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A. Igoni Barrett was born in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in 1979 and lives in Lagos. He is a winner of the 2005 BBC World Service short story competition, the recipient of a Chinua Achebe Center Fellowship, a Norman Mailer Center Fellowship, and a Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center Residency. His short story collection, Love is Power, or Something Like That, was published in 2013. In 2014 he was named on the Africa39 list of sub-Saharan African writers under 40. Blackass is his first novel.

A. Igoni Barrett

The short life of A.J.A. Symons (1900-41) was described by his biographer as an intricate and largely harmless confidence trick. His many interests included the collection of musical boxes and rare books as well as the study and practice of forgery; they left him time to edit an anthology of Edwardian verse and compose studies of H.M. Stanley and other notable figures. He is remembered for The Quest for Corvo, one of the most remarkable biographies ever written, and for co-founding the Wine and Food Society.

A. J. A. Symons

A. J. Liebling, born in Manhattan in 1904, joined the staff of the New Yorker in 1935 and contributed innumerable articles to the magazine throughout his lifetime, on subjects ranging from food to boxing and France to horse racing. As a war correspondent during the Second World War, he reported from France, England and Algeria, and participated in the Normandy landings. In later life he married the writer Jean Stafford, his third wife. He died in 1963.

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Quadrille

Power Positivity: I AM CREATIVE is designed to inspire and motivate you. This pocket-sized book is full of empowering quotes and little pick-me-ups for when you need them most. 
 
 The right words at the right time can do wonders to lift your mood, boost confidence and encourage you to try something new. Featuring advice and wisdom from some of our favourite celebrities, this little book will help you find daily inspiration, connect with your surroundings and unlock your inner creativity. 
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I AM CREATIVE

Alison Davies

Dogs and magic go hand-in-hand (or should that be paw-in-paw?). From Hecate&#39;s hounds to Cerberus, guardian of the underworld, our faithful friends are ever-present in mythology, magic and folklore. 
 
 In this enchanting compendium, discover canine myths and superstitions, along with a new dog breed to learn about every month. Plus, you&#39;ll find tips and tricks to strengthen your bond with your dog, as well as spells, facts, and more.&#160;The Dog Year is the perfect guide to help you embrace a year of canine companionship.&#160; 
 
 Light-hearted and accessible, and in a gorgeous mystical package, this book will be the perfect gift for every dog owner who feels a magical bond with their pup. 
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The Dog Year

Dogs, Magic, Nature and Spells

Known for his iconic roles in films such as The Matrix and John Wick, and more recently for his philanthropy, Keanu Reeves has garnered a reputation as one of Hollywood’s kindest stars. 
 
Featuring words of wisdom on life, acting, hope and resilience, What Keanu Says is a compilation of the actor’s most inspirational quotes. 
 
“The simple act of paying attention can take you a long way.” 
 
“I was also raised to treat people exactly how I would like to be treated by others. It’s called respect.” 
 
“I don't want to be part of a world where being kind is a weakness.”

What Keanu Says

The Unofficial Collection

‘What are young men to rocks and mountains?’, wondered Elizabeth Bennet in Pride and Prejudice – and more than 200 years later, many of us are still asking ourselves the same thing! 
 
Little wonder, then, that Jane Austen’s words are some of the most enduring, as her wit and wisdom extended far beyond her lifetime. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations that portray Austen's characters and her world at its most relatable, Jane Said It Best is a celebration of over 70 of her astute observations that still ring true to this day. 
 
In time for the 250th anniversary of her birth, this book brings to life quotes from all of Austen’s beloved novels, as well as her private writings. The perfect gift for any Janeite, or anyone in need of some wise words to live by.

Jane Said It Best

Wit and Wisdom from the Writings of Jane Austen

What Liam and Noel Say&#160;is a collection of the legendary Gallagher brothers&#39; most iconic quotes. 
 
 Superstar siblings Liam and Noel Gallagher are renowned for their musical status, headstrong personalities, infamous feuds and of course, their unforgettable one-liners. Featuring words of wisdom on self-belief, sibling rivalry and the art of rock&#39;n&#39;roll, this book celebrates all things Oasis.&#160; 
 
 "You&#39;ll need to get your pillow out when that c*** starts talking..." 
 
 "I see myself as one of the f**king true great rock&#39;n&#39;roll singers on the planet." 
 
 &ldquo;If I wasn&#39;t a musician, I don&#39;t know. God, maybe? That would be a good job." 
 
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What Liam and Noel Say

This immersive guide invites you to find calm in the beauty of the night sky, seek answers among the stars, and embrace the power of astrology throughout the year. 
 
 Embark on a month-by-month astrological exploration, taking a closer look at each of the constellations of the zodiac and mapping their celestial placements. Each chapter is dedicated to a sign of the zodiac and introduces the ancient myths and legends associated with the constellation, the traits attributed to people born under the sign, and the fascinating folklore that has endured through the ages. 
 
 This beautifully illustrated guide is enriched with stunning visuals and practical information, covering everything from the influence of the planets to a monthly stargazing guide. Harness the natural rhythm of the stars by engaging with rituals, mindfulness exercises, and astrological insights, enhancing your connection to the universe and your place within it. 
 
 Celebrate the magic of the stars, connect with the natural world, and journey through the cosmos with The Zodiac Year. Immerse yourself in this stunning book as you navigate your way through the year following the map of the night sky.

The Zodiac Year

A Stargazer's Guide to the Astrological Calendar

Cats and magic go hand-in-hand (or should that be paw-in-paw?). From witch&rsquo;s familiars to good luck charms, to divine symbols and bringers of wealth and success, superstitions about the cat have followed our feline friends the world over. This charming compendium combines feline myths and superstitions&#160;with a new cat breed to learn about every month (because who actually knows what breed their cat is?). Plus, discover feline fun in the form of games, tips and tricks to strengthen your bond with your cat, a cat-inspired yoga pose, spells, facts and more.&#160;With everything from games to exercise your cat&rsquo;s inner hunter, to tips to calm them before trips to the vet, The Cat Year is the perfect guide to help you embrace a year of kitty&#160;companionship. Light-hearted and accessible, and in a gorgeous mystical package, this book will be the perfect gift for every cat owner who &ndash; like the ancient Egyptians &ndash; worships our feline friends!

The Cat Year

Cats, Magic, Nature and Spells

Sally Coulthard

The Wildlife Year will help you reconnect with nature and take a walk on the wild side, wherever you live. 
 
 Nature is right on your doorstep. Whether you&rsquo;re in the countryside, city or somewhere in between, there is wildlife everywhere if you know where to look. And while it&rsquo;s trickier to find in some places than others, nature can thrive in the most surprising spaces. 
 
The Wildlife Year is a gentle introduction to the events that mark the natural cycle of the year. Best-selling author, Sally Coulthard, will inspire you to discover nature in all its glory and to seek out, observe and enjoy the wildlife around you. Explore the unique properties of the seasons. Discover more about meteorological phenomena like weather events and cloud formations. And even learn how the moon and its cycle affects the natural world. This fascinating introduction will help you identify both our best-loved, and most misunderstood, plants, birds, mammals, amphibians, and insects, with helpful information on where and when to look for them. 
 
 This book is a glorious celebration of the magic that can be found in each season. Beautifully illustrated, this irresistible guide will encourage you to get outdoors and make a wonderful gift for the nature-seeker in all of us.

The Wildlife Year

How to Reconnect with Nature Through the Seasons

Joanna Gray

Become the best version of yourself with The Little Book of Empowerment. With motivational quotations, fun tasks and thoughtful exercises, The Little Book of Empowerment will show you how to take charge, gain confidence and learn to take up space in the world. The Little Book of series has sold 1 million copies worldwide, with titles like The Little Book of Mindfulness, The Little Book of Gratitude and The Little Book of Love. "A good leader inspires people to have confidence in the leader. A great leader inspires people to have confidence in themselves." &ndash; Eleanor Roosevelt

The Little Book of Empowerment

Yoshie Omata

Discover 50 expressions you never knew you needed in your life in this charming, illustrated collection of Japanese sayings. What do cats have to do with rice ladles? What do the moon and soft-shell turtles have in common? And why is your boss like a crane? You&rsquo;ll find out the answers to these and so many more in this light-hearted look at Japan&rsquo;s wisest and wittiest turns of phrase. Perfect for language lovers and Japanese culture fans alike, Even Cats and Rice Ladles will make a unique addition to your bookshelf (even if the books are already packed like sushi...). Explore the wonderful world of Japanese sayings in Even Cats and Rice Ladles.

Even Cats and Rice Ladles

The Wise and Witty World of Japanese Sayings

Discover the transformative power of the lunar cycle in The Lunar Year, your year-long companion to the magic of the moon. With a chapter for every month of the year, The Lunar Year reveals how to tune into Mother Nature and celebrate the power of the moon. In this beautifully illustrated guide, you will explore the phases of the moon and learn to tap into lunar wisdom. Discover how to harness the power of your emotions by getting in touch with your moon sign and find inspiration in the wisdom lunar gods and goddesses of traditions past. Filled with ancient traditions, grounding rituals and spells for a sprinkle of magic for every season, this is the essential companion to the lunar cycle. Celebrate the magic of the moon in every season with The Lunar Year.

The Lunar Year

Moon Magic Through the Seasons

Robert Anwood

The English language can be very confusing. But it&rsquo;s not rocket surgery. Damp Squids and Card Sharks is a fascinating suppository of false facts and common errors, a minefield of information. Have we wetted your appetite? Peaked your interest? Are you waiting with baited breath? Or could you care less? Pull your socks together! For all intensive purposes, this is the book for you. This cute, funny book features gorgeous illustrations alongside the 50 amusing malapropisms, mixed metaphors and mondegreens. In one foul swoop you&#39;ll learn why so many people get muddled by the same phrases!

Damp Squids and Card Sharks

A Compendium of Commonly Confused Phrases and Linguistic Muddles

Neal Martin

The Complete Bordeaux Vintage Guide 1870&ndash;2020 breaks new ground in wine publishing, being the first volume to cover in depth 150 years of vintages and totally unique in its cultural scope. For wine lovers and collectors this is the indispensable guide, not only for finding out what happened in a particular season, but providing wider historical and social context. Every single year is accompanied by one event or milestone, one song or musical composition and one film that encapsulates the spirit of the time as well as the world into which the vintage was born. Wine writer Neal Martin offers a personal, witty take on the traditional wine handbook, with notes on not just the growing seasons, harvests and wines themselves, but cultural phenomena ranging from Sherlock Holmes through Casablanca to Beyonc&eacute;. Innovative, inspired and addictively dip-in-able, The Complete Bordeaux Vintage Guide is an essential addition to your bookshelf as well as your cellar.

The Complete Bordeaux Vintage Guide

150 Years from 1870 to 2020

Tom Frost

Discover the intriguing world of wildflowers with this handy pocket guide. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Little Guide to Wildflowers offers a fresh perspective on identifying the flowers around you. Featuring 40 of the most beautiful flowers from around the world, including the common wildflowers we know and love, as well as the rare and interesting. Each flower has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by information about the plant family to which it belongs and where it can be found, plus associated facts and fables. There is also an interactive spotter&#39;s guide at the back, where you can check off each flower you find. This informative, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed&#160;to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors.

The Little Guide to Wildflowers

Christopher Winn

Bestselling author Christopher Winn takes a closer look at our Roads, Avenues, Groves, Gardens, Hills and Lanes.There are around 800,000 streets in the UK and the name of each one tells a tale. We take them for granted but the choice of name can reveal facts about Britain&#39;s history, geography, topography and nature, even its politics and culture.From the most common names, to the rarest, the funniest to the most notorious, among the many fascinating facts, find out why the City of London has no "Roads", and where the UK&#39;s shortest street name (Rye) is located, as well as its longest (Bolderwood Arboretum Ornamental Drive). And why Station Road is in the top five most popular street names, alongside the multitude of Victoria Streets and Albert Roads. Devon even boasts The Street with No Name, which of course has its own story...Perfect for fans of trivia and local history, Great British Street Names will prompt you to think a little&#160;differently about the street where you live.

Great British Street Names

The Weird and Wonderful Stories Behind Our Favourite Streets, from Acacia Avenue to Albert Square

Amber Griffin

When pursuing your dreams and a joyous, fulfilling life, self-care isn&rsquo;t just beneficial, it&rsquo;s essential. 
 
 More than just a fad, self-care is a way to nurture the soul, feel secure in your own skin and restore yourself to optimum health, both mentally and physically. Despite this, self-care isn&rsquo;t always at the top of everyone&rsquo;s to-do list and often becomes an afterthought in our busy lives.These cards show you how to reflect, find perspective and take time for yourself. With prompts, thoughtful tips and positive quotes on each card,&#160;learn how to cultivate self-care, untangle your busy life and embrace your well-being.

Restore, Recharge, Flourish – 52 Cards

Self-Care Prompts and Uplifting Quotes

&lsquo;Love conquers all things: let us give in to love.&rsquo; &ndash; VirgilThe Little Love Book&#160;is a heart-warming collection of uplifting quotes and practical exercises that capture the nature of love. This beautifully inspiring book is a celebration of love in all its forms, revealing&#160;pieces of wisdom, not just on love, but the messy business of affection.

The Little Love Book

Happily. Ever. After

Holly Macdonald

This creative colouring book is the perfect activity book for a relaxed and calm state of mind.The Coloring Book of Mindfulness includes line illustrations of the natural world &ndash; from flowers and trees to butterflies and birds that are specially designed to be coloured in &ndash; alongside a collection of 50 inspirational quotes that will enable you to still the mind and relax the body, whilst generating and boosting a feeling of well-being and contentment that will permeate every aspect of everyday life. This is a practical way to relax the mind, whilst subconsciously developing self-knowledge, expanding the imagination and nurturing creativity.

Coloring Book of Mindfulness

50 Quotes and Designs to Help You Focus, Slow Down, De-stress

Crafted is a celebration of craft in the 21st century &ndash; a definitive visual guide to all things handmade.Featuring over 73 of the most popular and well-established crafts, Sally Coulthard explores their history, materials and techniques as she offers a deeper insight into some of your favourite crafts and provides inspiration for both new and ancient creative pursuits.After an introductory section covering the culture of craft (its definition, why it matters, history and community), the main body of the book consists of beautifully illustrated entries on 73 of the world&#39;s most established crafts. The scope is encyclopaedic and covers Paper, Pen &amp; Print (bookbinding, origami, calligraphy, lino printing), Textiles, Cloth &amp; Leather (fur &amp; leather, embroidery, knitting, dyeing), Pottery, Glass &amp; Stone (porcelain, stained glass, stone carving), Wood, Willow &amp; Nature (basket weaving, wood carving, lime plastering and thatching) and Metal (gold, bronze, cast iron and steel).A comprehensive directory of craft organisations&#160;and professional communities and guilds, completes this groundbreaking compendium.

Crafted

A Compendium of Crafts: New, Old and Forgotten

Susanna Forbes

&ldquo;The perfect guide you need to find out about the apple, the orchard, the maker and blender &ndash; in short, CIDER.&rdquo; &ndash; Tom Oliver, Oliver&rsquo;s Cider &amp; Perry, Herefordshire"Susanna&#39;s passion for cider has taken her from the heartlands of the old cider world to newer frontiers of it. Her straightforward common-sense approach combined with her love for the cider world means she has put together a neat little book full of the best bits of it to share. Well done!" &ndash; Bill Bradshaw, co-author of World&#39;s Best Cider"Susanna Forbes is one of the most knowledgeable and committed ambassadors &#160;for cider, both near and far, at the table, in the glass and in the orchard. Her passion is present in every page of The Cider Insider." Ryan Burk, head cider maker at Angry Orchard, board of directors, US Association of Cider MakersCider is enjoying a resurgence! A wave of new generation producers are joining family cidermakers around the world to reinvigorate a drink that has been enjoyed throughout history by all. With a new-found respect for the orchard, the apple and the pear, today&rsquo;s cidermakers are blending heritage with modern methods.In The Cider Insider, award-winning drinks writer&#160;and now, cidery owner, Susanna Forbes has hand-picked&#160;100 of the world&rsquo;s best craft ciders &ndash; and perries &ndash; that are worth seeking out and drinking now. Travel with her to each atmospheric orchard to meet the individuals that pour their souls into this glorious drink. For each entry, we hear about the region, the varieties of apples and pears in use, how each is made, find out about other ciders/perries to try, and explore how to experience the cider/cidery for ourselves.With a foreword by arguably the world&rsquo;s leading cidermaker, Tom Oliver, alongside appearances from a cast of cider stars, everything you need to know about this golden nectar&#160;is right here. Meet the free-thinking French cidermakers, experience the culturally-vibrant Asturian and Basque cider scene, and hear how Australia&rsquo;s cider pioneers want Tasmania to be renamed the Cider Island.While the cider leads the way, it&rsquo;s the people that count for Susanna with their boundless energy and passion for the art of making cider and for preserving the land.

The Cider Insider

The Essential Guide to 100 Craft Ciders to Drink Now

For nasty women everywhere, The Pen is Mightier than the Penis is a feminist quote book celebrating female writers throughout the centuries, from Sappho to Margaret Atwood. 
 
Find the perfect comeback for those infuriating &#39;you&#39;re not a feminist, are you?&#39; dinner party moments, as well as words for any occasion: this is a must for any self-respecting feminist&#39;s bookshelf.

The Pen is Mightier than the Penis

Words for the Wise from the World's Greatest Female Writers

Enter the secret world of the butterfly with this handy pocket guide. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Little Guide to Butterflies offers a modern reference to identifying these glorious insects.Featuring 40 of the most distinctive butterflies from around the world, this book is the perfect companion for anyone looking to reconnect with nature, whether that&rsquo;s when out walking or from the comfort of an armchair.Each butterfly has been exquisitely illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost and is accompanied by all-important information including their habitat, distribution and wingspan, plus an interesting fact or fable. There is also an interactive spotter&#39;s guide, where you can check off and note the date each time you spot a new butterfly.Reacquaint yourself with the familiar Orange Tip and Monarch, as well as discovering new species such as the Apollo, Spicebush Swallowtail and Crimson Rose.This informative, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed&#160;to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors.

The Little Guide to Butterflies

Discover the intriguing world of the leaf with this handy pocket guide. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Little Guide to Leaves offers a fresh perspective on identifying the trees and plants around you.It features 40 of the most spectacular leaves from around the world, including the common British tree leaves we know and love, as well as exotic palms, ferns and houseplants.Each leaf has been delicately illustrated by printmaker Tom Frost to capture its individual characteristics, and is accompanied by information about the tree or plant to which it belongs and where it can be found, plus associated facts and fables. There is also an interactive spotter&#39;s guide at the back, where you can check off each leaf you find.This informative, practical and beautiful guide is part of a new nature series designed to encourage creativity through exploring the outdoors.

The Little Guide to Leaves

Charlie McDonnell

Welcome, fellow humans (and others), to the the world of FUN SCIENCE! I&rsquo;m Charlie, also known across the internet as charlieissocoollike.In my book, I take you on an awesome journey through the cosmos, beginning with the Big Bang through to the Solar System and the origins of life on Earth, all the way down to the particles that make up everything around us (including you and me!). 
 Expect frequent digressions, tons of illustrations of not-so-sciencey things (NB a microwave flying through space), and pages packed with my all time favourite mind-bending science facts.So, get ready for a faster-than-the-speed of-light (OK, not quite) tour of all of the best and most interesting things that science has to offer us... and most importantly: WELCOME TO THE UNIVERSE!(Written by a science fan NOT a scientist!)

Fun Science

A Guide to Life, the Universe, and Why Science is so Awesome

Jane Field-Lewis

Richard Maxted

Inspired by classic illustrated botanical volumes, this is a modern celebration of wild, garden and exotic flowers. A single photographic image captures the intricate detail, form, texture and colour of each flower. The hauntingly beautiful photographs - as beautiful as the most captivating still-life painting - pay respect to classic Victorian botanical illustrations but they are paired, for a younger audience, with succinct, quirky text about the culture and historical interest of each variety of plant. Every example is the most perfect representation of a flower and, thanks to its composition and detail, it will trigger in everyone a fresh desire to look around and feel enriched by the beauty in our world - in our gardens, window boxes, flower shops and parks. Broken down into chapters based on floral characteristics or symbolism, this is a stunning gift book that taps into the growing interest in the natural world around us - its flora and fauna - and the associated benefits on our wellbeing, and the powerful pursuit of quiet, mindful activities. Whether for dipping into, or poring over, these pages will bring pleasure to anyone who loves the beauty of flowers, art, design, contemplation or reading.

Anthology of Flowers

Leiths School of Food and Wine

Leith&#39;s How to Cook comprehensively takes takes the reader - subject by subject - through every aspect of food preparation and cooking. Skills are comprehensively explained and clearly illustrated with step-by-step photographs throughout.Here you will find the essentials that most cookbooks leave out: how to prepare every ingredient from scratch, including vegetables, fish, shellfish, poultry and game; how to judge when meat is perfectly cooked and the best way to carve roasts; the correct texture at every stage of pastry, cake and bread making; and how to make the perfect pasta and risotto. And if things don&#39;t turn out quite right, there is help on hand to identify what&#39;s gone wrong and how to rectify the problem and/or avoid it happening next time. Home cooks will feel there is a Leith&#39;s chef looking over their shoulder and guiding them every step of the way.Recipes are clearly set out, easy to follow and illustrated with full-page photographs, plus detail shots showing key preparation stages. There are over 500 recipes plus 250 variations, taking in contemporary dishes from cuisines worldwide as well as great classics with a modern twist.The perfect wedding, graduation or leaving home gift, this ultimate cook&#39;s reference book, should be on every kitchen shelf.

Leith's How to Cook

Erika Knight

Keep Calm and Cast On is a delightful pocket book full of quotes, quips and wit plus expert troubleshooting tips and techniques to keep the contemporary knitter calm in the face of a dropped stitch.The wise and often amusing quotes are compiled from a myriad of sources, including historical and contemporary essays, poems and fiction. Also included is a selection of previously unpublished quotes from contributors such as Kaffe Fassett, Jared Flood, Brandon Mably, Pip Lincolne and other luminaries of the knitting world.Knitting&#39;s calming properties are well documented, and interesting facts concerning the therapeutic benefits of practising this craft are interspersed amongst the quotes and technical tips, ensuring that this book is not just informative and humorous but also good for your well-being.Alongside the witticisms and fascinating facts is solid, practical advice designed to keep the knitter sane while all around them is unravelling. Erika will share her foolproof tips for making sure you don&#39;t get yourself into a tangle and that your knitting will go that much smoother.

Keep Calm Cast On

Good Advice for Knitters

Lewis Esson

This handy little book will prove to be the perfect antidote to all your kitchen worries.Packed full of humorous quotes and witty quips, as well as invaluable tips and essential techniques, every home cook can be saved from the despair of a sunken souffl&eacute; or learn how to save a mayonnaise that is threatening to split.Keep Calm and Cook On is littered with quotations that have been chosen from a variety of sources, from Michelin-starred chefs to historians, essayists and film stars.Those quoted include Nigella Lawson, Marcel Boulestin, Claudia Roden, Madame Benoit, Jane Grigson and many other luminaries of the world of food and cooking. These are timeless quotations that offer a wealth of wisdom and humour for both gourmands and novice cooks alike.Interspersed with the insightful quotes are practical tips and techniques that will help avoid any kitchen dilemnas and keep home cooks free of stress. Learn how to poach an egg to perfection, how to get the most juice out of your lemons and how to save overcooked vegetables.This delightful pocket-sized book will keep cooks out of trouble and in excellent humour, making sure that food never becomes a chore and always remains a pleasure.

Keep Calm and Cook On

Good Advice for Cooks

Liz Dobbs

Have you ever thought how useful it would be to have a pocket-sized book of gardening advice to take outside with you into the garden? Ever looked at a plant infected with white fly and wondered what to do? Well then this is the book for you.Keep Calm and Pot On is crammed full of practical advice in the form of tips and techniques as well as being filled with humorous quotes to keep you amused whilst waiting for that inevitable rain cloud to clear. The useful tips and invaluable techniques will provide an immediate answer to many of your gardening queries, without you having to search a large tome once you step back indoors.Learn how to deadhead a rose to ensure a successful season of bloom the following year, or the ideal place to plant a sunshine-loving flower. Assure that your hard work pays off by using the essential techniques in the book to promote continued growth and guarantee that your plot, however small, always looks at its best.This helpful little book is also filled with witty quotations that are taken from both contemporary and historical sources, including films, essays, novels and various accomplished gardeners. Those quoted include Anna Pavord, Alice B. Toklas, Monty Don, Harold Epstein, Margaret Atwood and many more. Featuring funny and inspiring anecdotes, wry truths, useful advice and timeless wisdom, this neat book confirms itself as the perfect aide for any gardener.

Keep Calm and Pot On

Good Advice for Gardeners

Gaia Elliot

Dive into a fun-filled adventure of self-discovery with astrology and numerology. 
 
Each day of the year is packed with unique astrological insights and fascinating numerological facts, handpicked for that special day. Uncover how you tackle life's twists and turns, spot your natural quirks, and discover new sides of yourself as you grow. See how you vibe with your nearest and dearest. The Book of Birthdays is your go-to guide for fascinating birthdate info about you, your partner, family, friends, and even your boss!

The Book of Birthdays

Unlock the Secrets of Your Birthdate

The year is 1Q84. This is the real world, there is no doubt about that. But in this world, there are two moons in the sky. Discover the 1Q84 Trilogy by Haruki Murakami.

1Q84

365 Days of Art

A BBC Christmas

A Black Book Thriller

A Box Full of Murders

A Cal Leandros Novel

A Christmas Mystery

The intelligent and capable police commissioner Guido Brunetti confronts crime in and around his home town of Venice.

A Commissario Brunetti Mystery

A DC Smith / Kings Lake Investigation Series

A Daisy Story

Chronicling the lives of over three hundred characters, unrivalled for its scope and humour, this is a unique evocation of life in twentieth-century England.

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