Lucy is the founder of The Hope-Filled Family, a ministry encouraging Christian parents, carers and all those investing in the younger generation. She is the author of several books for adults and children, including Busy Family Devotional and the Mighty Girl, Mighty God series. She is mum to four children ages 11 to 16, who arrived by birth and adoption, and is married to Al, a church leader in York, England.

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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.

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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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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.

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

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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.

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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. 
 
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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.

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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. 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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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.

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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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Mayumi Inaba

A beloved Japanese modern classic about our special connection with cats and how they can change our lives over the course of a lifetime 
 
'Cat lovers, prepare to weep' The Times 
'A cat classic' Catherine Lacey 
'Profoundly real... and beautifully written' Elif Batuman 
'Aglow with incidental joys' Rivka Galchen 
*Winner of the Great Britain Sasakawa Foundation Translation Prize 2026* 
 
On a cool summer evening in 1977, Mayumi Inaba hears a forlorn cry. She follows the sound to the banks of Tokyo’s Tamagawa River and finds a newborn kitten dangling from a fence, abandoned. Overcome by tender affection, she takes the cat back to the small apartment she shares with her husband and christens her Mii: so begins an unshakeable bond. 
Over the next twenty years, we follow Inaba, a poet and novelist by moonlight, as she pursues quiet solitude and a room of her own. Through it all, Mii, a fiercely independent creature in her own right, is her confidante and muse. 
This beloved Japanese modern classic is not just a love letter to companionship: it’s a poignant, searching meditation on the forces that enable us to connect, to create and to build a life. 
‘Reveals the profound respect, and compassion, that a friendship with an animal can inspire’ Sigrid Nunez, New Yorker 
Translated by Ginny Tapley Takemori 
 
**Readers ADORE Mii** 
‘A lovely little gem’ 
‘Gentle and enchanting and had me in floods by the end’ 
‘Absolutely beautiful' 
‘Sweet and heartbreaking’ 
‘Told with grace, beauty and love’

Mornings With My Cat Mii

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

Arthur Parkinson

It is my hope that this book will help you discover, or reconfirm, which chicken breeds are your favourites and encourage you to keep them yourself, or at least to remember them. 
 
Spotlighting more than fifty breeds of chicken, from the classy Ancona to the lavishly laced Wyandotte, Arthur Parkinson shares everything you need to know about each breed’s attributes, behaviour, quirks and qualities alongside gorgeous illustrations of his ‘ladies’. Later in the book he offers detailed advice that will equip you with the practical skills to look after hens in your own garden, whether the most common breeds or the most perilously rare – for as Arthur notes, if we don’t celebrate all hens great and small, the lesser-known varieties may well disappear. 
 
Joyful and inspiring, Hen Party is a riotous, clucking poultry show of a book for anyone dreaming of the good life.

Hen Party

A Celebration

Rory Cellan-Jones

‘Fills my heart with so much joy' Niall Harbison, bestselling author of Tina 
'In a dark time, a daily dose of hope’ Jojo Moyes 
 
How do you welcome someone new into your heart and home? A week before Christmas, newly retired BBC journalist Rory Cellan-Jones receives a special delivery that will change his life. 
 
This is the story of rescue dog #SophieFromRomania. 
 
In January 2022, the Cellan-Jones-Coyle family said goodbye to their beloved elderly Collie cross, Cabbage. She and Rory had become inseparable during daily pandemic walks, which alleviated his Parkinson’s symptoms. After a grief-stricken year, Rory and his wife Diane come across a listing for ‘a kind girl who loves everybody and is just looking for her forever home’. 
 
Bright-eyed, big-eared and trembling, Sophie arrives in London on 17 December 2022. Rory holds the Romanian rescue in his arms, excited for their first walk together – but the road ahead will be a long one . . . This book follows the real journey of Sophie’s adoption – from her battles with anxiety, to the joys of play and her first time outside – as Rory and Diane work with expert dog trainer Si to win Sophie’s trust and navigate Rory’s Parkinson’s disease. 
 
This is a moving story of love, kindness and a lot of patience, paying tribute to rescue dogs and their tender community.

Sophie From Romania

What a rescue dog taught me about patience, love and hope

A Year of Love and Hope with a Rescue Dog

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Is your dog an Indiana Bones or a Droolius Caesar? 
 
From majestic wolves roaming the wild to handbag fillers in sparkly diamond collars, dogs have fully embraced their position as man's best friend and the world's greatest freeloader. 
 
In this barking personality quiz book, you can find out how much of the distinguished wolf remains in your furry shadow. Are they an artistic Pawcasso? Or an energetic Bark Wahlberg? 
 
With 16 personality profiles and tips on how to live in harmony with your dog, find out if yours is university material or a rugged (read: brainless) adventurer.

Is Your Dog A Good Boy?

The Ultimate Pawsonality Test

Caleb Carr

Caleb Carr lived with cats ever since he was a young boy. He grew up in a turbulent household – where famous Beat poets, artists and addicts came and went – and his steadiest companions were pets. Since then, he had many feline companions, with relationships that have outlasted most of his human ones. But only after building a three-story home in rural, upstate New York did he encounter someone extraordinary: Masha, a Siberian Forest cat who had been abandoned as a kitten and was languishing in a shelter. She had hissed and fought off all previous carers and potential adopters, but somehow, she chose him. 
 
For the seventeen years that followed, Caleb and Masha were inseparable. Masha ruled the house and the dangerous wilderness surrounding it. When she was hurt, only Caleb could help her. When he suffered long-standing physical ailments, Masha knew what to do. Caleb learned to decode much of Masha’s inner life but their bond went far beyond owner and pet. Inspiring, heart-breaking and life-affirming, this is a love story like no other.

My Beloved Monster

Pippa Mattinson

Make any dog a retriever 
 
How can you keep your dog entertained and in superb physical condition without going on a two-hour walk every day? Teach them to fetch. 
 
Using fun and simple games, Pippa Mattinson, dog expert and author of The Happy Puppy Handbook, shows how any dog can learn to fetch like a pro, with no discipline or cross words needed. 
 
These easy exercises will make your dog utterly focused on you, help you to exercise your dog under control in public places and give you a new set of skills you can use to teach your dog pretty much anything!

Fetch

Train your Dog with Fun and Games

Jay Griffiths

Pet-owners and animal-lovers instinctively know that animals heal. This book offers the evidence, drawing widely on scientific discoveries, history, and Indigenous knowledge. 
 
We meet a pot-bellied pig who saved her owner's life, lions who guarded a girl from kidnappers, dolphins and whales rescuing people in danger, and dogs who can smell cancer and phone the Emergency Services. 
 
Animal sounds, from insects to birdsong and the purring of cats, are directly medicinal and their presence can heal the pain of loneliness. Animals, including donkeys, can be natural therapists for the hurt psyche, alleviating trauma, fear and depression. 
 
In this original, revelatory and exuberant book, Jay Griffiths explores how animals can have a role in every level of healing, from the individual to the collective, guiding us in how we might create societies that are healthier, fairer and kinder. Wolves may be teachers of ethics; monkeys and dogs can object to unfairness and bees take collective decisions. Animals are irresistible medicine for a healthy culture, animating the arts with spectacular vitality and verve, as poetry knows. 
 
Open-hearted, playful and wise, How Animals Heal Us puts animals at the heart of a restorative vision of health.

How Animals Heal Us

Claude Béata

Is your cat happy? What can you do to help? And what can cats teach us? 
 
The relationship between humans and cats has never been simple. Cats are mysterious and contradictory, independent and affectionate, predator and prey. Their true nature continues to elude us, and their subtle and complex behavioural problems can often seem unsolvable or incomprehensible. 
 
In this ground-breaking book – a huge bestseller in its native France – veterinary doctor and psychiatrist Claude Béata draws on cutting-edge research and decades of experience with cats, to revolutionize our understanding of pets and transform our appreciation of feline mental wellbeing. Here, we meet Nougatine, a Siamese suffering from bipolar dysthymic disorder, Tabatha, an anxious Ragdoll with attachment issues, and Melly, an Abyssinian struggling with a feline form of schizophrenia – as well as their owners who seek advice and support. 
 
Charming, surprising, and offering illuminating insight into a range of disorders, Béata’s book calls for greater compassion and provides a new way of understanding cat psychiatry so we can care for the mental, and physical wellness of our beloved pets.

The Interpretation of Cats

And Their Owners

Martin Clunes

Inspired by Martin Clunes' own adoption of a former guide dog, Meetings With Remarkable Animals celebrates the fascinating, moving and sometimes astonishing ways animals have enriched our lives. From search and rescue dogs to mine-sniffing rats, and life-saving dolphins to therapy horses and medal-winning cats and pigeons, the stories brought to life will charm, surprise and astonish in equal measure. 
 
Together with his own life-changing encounters with animals around the world, Martin has celebrated the intelligence, loyalty, and companionship of some truly extraordinary creatures whose lives have been entwined with our own. By turns heart-warming, inspiring and always fascinating, Meetings With Remarkable Animals gives us a chance to meet them too.

Meetings With Remarkable Animals

Courtney Gustafson

People kept asking: Why would you have cats that don’t love you back? 
 
The morning after Courtney Gustafson moved into an old house in the Poets Square neighbourhood of Tucson, Arizona, she noticed tiny pawprints all over her driveway. They were the first evidence of a colony of feral cats who would, in time, become part of her family and help pierce a personal darkness she’d wrestled with for much of her life. 
 
Beebs was the first cat to appear, allowing herself to be petted in the driveway. And then came so many others. There was Monkey, the hissing, dark-blotched calico, and Reverse Monkey, her timid, white-blotched opposite. There were Sad Boy and Lola, the inseparable pair who made their way across the internet and into strangers’ wedding vows. There was the sweet, serene Dr. Big Butt, who brought lessons about grief. And there was Goldie, the tiny king of Poets Square: sick, skinny, but completely unafraid. These cats – and many, many others – would expand her world spectacularly. 
 
Poets Square is a love letter to community in a broken society, told through the cats Courtney meets in dark alleys, neglected homes and her own driveway; cats she cherishes and must sometimes let go. Above all, she explores what her encounters with feral cats can teach us about care, connectedness and the power 
of hope.

Poets Square

A Memoir in Thirty Cats

Cédric Sapin-Defour

Having a dog as company makes nothing feel excessive – not time or space. It's not even about passing time, but being of it. 
 
A tiny ad in a local newspaper catches Cédric Sapin-Defour’s eye: a litter of Bernese Mountain Dog puppies need homes. A lonely, single, sports teacher and mountain climber in the French Alps, Cédric visits the dogs and immediately falls for the puppy with a blue collar. 
 
Named Ubac, French for the north side of the mountain – the rainy, cloudy slope – the puppy quickly upends Cédric’s life. They go on hikes together, taking to the hills and exploring, forging a bond that brings joy and a sense of fulfillment and adventure. They brave the world together, hate to be apart, crave the mountains and the natural world; they protect each other. 
 
Over the course of thirteen years, their pack expands to include Mathilde, Cédric’s wife, and more dogs. Ubac and Me is an intimate meditation on a joyous life lived too fast, the aching pain of separation, and the transformative effect of unconditional love. A dog named for the rainy side of the mountain is an inspiring lesson in how walking the rocky, cloudy hills together can bring the greatest light, the sunniest joys, even if the shared journey is unbearably short. 
 
 
‘Not just a tribute to the love humans feel for their pets but also a means of voicing the deep grief that can be felt after a dog’s death, when all that is left is a collar and hairs, and the house seems too big without them.’ Guardian 
 
Ubac and Me has been a surprise bestseller and word-of-mouth sensation in France, championed by indie booksellers, selling 400,000 copies. 
 
Translated by Adriana Hunter.

Ubac and Me

A Life of Love and Adventure With a French Mountain Dog

Tom Michell

When schoolteacher Tom Michell pulls a penguin from an oil slick off the coast of Uruguay he has no idea what to do. 
 
Back at his apartment, Tom cleans him, but upon returning to the beach the penguin refuses to return to the ocean. Tom has one option: to smuggle the penguin over the Argentinian border to the prestigious boarding school Tom calls home. 
 
There follows a heart-warming story of one remarkable penguin, who adapts to boarding school life. Whether it's as team mascot or swimming coach extraordinaire - Juan Salvador the penguin transforms the lives of all he meets.

The Penguin Lessons

Lili Chin

In Dogs of the World, animal illustrator Lili Chin introduces more than six hundred breeds of dog from around the globe in a captivating canine gallery, from the English Springer Spaniel and Moroccan Aïdi to the Thai Ridgeback and the New Guinea Singing Dog – as well as those dogs with no defined breed at all. 
 
You’ll learn about different dog types and their working roles, such as herding, livestock guarding, scent detection, dog sports, and companionship; understand what terms like purebreed and landrace mean; trace the history of modern dogs through a vibrantly visual timeline; and pick up insights on breed health risks, personality traits, and how ancestry DNA tests work. 
 
Featuring adorable artwork alongside rigorous research vetted by dog history experts, behaviour professionals and veterinarians, Dogs of the World is a loving and accessible guide to the diversity of our canine companions.

Dogs of the World

An Illustrated Compendium

Anna-Karoliina Tetri

Annika Konttaniemi

Hanne Piirainen

Heli Rajavaara

Dogs are a human&rsquo;s best friend so why not dress like each other!&#160;Knits for you and Your Dog is the ultimate knitting book, featuring 10 matching sweater designs to keep you and your loyal companion cosy and stylish in those harsh winter months. 
 
 Step-by-step knitting patterns and charts guide you through creating the warm sweaters featured in this book for yourself and your furry friend &ndash; not forgetting variations for cats too. You can mix and match designs to add your own personal touch and the sweaters come in a range of styles and sizes, so there should be something for everyone whatever your shape or size. 
 
 Authored by a collection of well-known Finnish and Icelandic knitters and featuring stunning location photography, this irresistible guide will get you stitching so you can match with your four-legged friend.

Knits for You and Your Dog

10 Sweater Designs to Make for You and Your Pet

Graeme Hall

Now a Sunday Times bestseller 
 
 
Have you ever wondered what your dog is really thinking? 
 
Our dogs mean the world to us and as owners we do our best to make sure they feel happy and loved, whilst also keeping them in line when needed. But wouldn&rsquo;t it be so much easier if we spoke the same language and could ask what they were thinking or feeling? 
 
In his latest book, top dog trainer, Graeme Hall, reveals the secrets to understanding what your furry companion is trying to say and how they see the world. Drawing on 15 years of experience training over 5,000 dogs, and backed up with scientific evidence, he tackles all the tricky questions you&rsquo;ve ever wanted to ask, such as &lsquo;how do I tell my dog he&rsquo;s been naughty?&rsquo; and &lsquo;how long does a dog remember?&rsquo;. 
 
Sharing his own personal stories and practical tips, Graeme demonstrates how to interpret your dog's body language and use that knowledge to build a stronger, more rewarding relationship, as well as how to avoid common mistakes. Whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a new pup parent, this book will change the way you think about your four-legged best friend.

Does My Dog Love Me?

Understanding how your dog sees the world

Embrace your inner cat with this light-hearted self-help book. From living in the moment, trusting your sixth-sense instincts, to taking cat naps and even going feral, this book will show you how to benefit by unleashing your innate cattitude. Cats&#39; ability to seize the day makes them excellent examples of how to make the most of every moment; whether it&#39;s playing an impromptu game of chase the sock, or an opportune swiping of a slice of roast chicken, our cats have it sorted. They&#39;re flexible but also prepared to tread their own path and they recognise the importance of play and rest in equal quantities. This book reveals the nine different traits that you can take on board to Be More Cat and live a happier, healthier and all-round &#39;feline fabulous&#39; existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our kitty gurus, there&#39;s something for everyone. So stretch out, relax and learn the art of being more cat.

Be More Cat

Feline Wisdom for a Purr-fectly Happy Life

Embrace your inner canine and Be More Dog! From finding your wag to barking loudly and making friends, this book will show you how to&#160;say &lsquo;woof, woof, woof&rsquo; to life. 
 
 Whether it&rsquo;s a mad dash around the local park or sneaking an errant sausage off the BBQ, the world is a wagtastically wonderful place&#160;full of fun and treats if you&rsquo;re willing to open your heart. From Great Danes to Miniature Dachshunds, Poodles to Chihuahuas, there&rsquo;s no such thing as an underdog &ndash; every pup has something to offer! 
 
 This book reveals the different doggo traits that you can adopt to Be More Dog and live a happier, healthier, more &lsquo;courageous canine&rsquo; existence. Packed with practical tips and exercises, interspersed with folklore and fun facts about our loyal, loving companions, there&#39;s something for everyone. So, throw yourself a bone, use the power of the paw and learn the art of being more dog. 
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Be More Dog

Tips and Tricks for Unlocking Your Paw-tential

Clare Balding

Every dog must have his day. 
 
There's nothing the British love quite as much as their dogs - but did you know that our canine companions have also shaped the history of this sceptred isle? From hunting to our hearths, and from herding to heavy industry, our dogs have accompanied us through centuries of social and economic change, and our relationship is still evolving today. 
 
In this fascinating alternative history of Britain, Clare Balding takes us on a journey across the length and breadth of the home nations, exploring our unique heritage of canine tradition and meeting the people who still live, work and innovate with their dogs. A story of companionship, loyalty and good old-fashioned hard work, Isle of Dogs is an unmissable read for anyone whose life has been transformed by a faithful hound.

Isle of Dogs

My canine adventures through Britain

Most of us want a dog, or a cat, or a pony when we are young &ndash; but for Arthur Parkinson, it was always hens. Growing up in an ex-mining town in Nottinghamshire, the other kids in the playground called him 'Chicken Boy'. The quiet fulfilment of keeping hens became his sanctuary, a tonic for mental and physical health, a connection with his family and the natural world. Illustrated with Arthur's own characterful watercolours and photographs of his &lsquo;girls&rsquo;, Chicken Boy is a one-of-a-kind memoir of a life in nature.

Chicken Boy

My Life With Hens

Clare Faulkner

Do you know the difference between a blep and a boop? Or that dogs can detect a faint heat source from a distance away with just their cold noses? Combining a mix of interesting pup trivia, pooch idiosyncrasies, and new playful language from social media, this A to Z is a pawsome celebration of the special, and often very funny, relationship between our favourite pets and their adoring humans. 
 
 From Afghans and Australian Shepherds all the way through to Yorkshire Terriers and Zoomies, The Dog Lover&#39;s A to Z mixes Clare Faulkner&rsquo;s adorable illustrations with funny, engaging written entries to create a charming guide that&#39;s the perfect gift for dog lovers everywhere.

The Dog Lover's A to Z

Sarah Brown

Cat lovers will know all too well that one of the characteristics they admire most is their cat's ability to remain mysterious, but new and seasoned owners alike will also know that because of this we often misread their signals and some of their behaviours still perplex us. 
 
Dr Sarah Brown, a renowned cat behaviourist and a leading charge at the forefront of research in the field, reveals the previously unexplored secrets of cat communication. By understanding how your cat communicates and what their behaviours really mean, you can build a deeper, more meaningful relationship with your cat.

The Hidden Language of Cats

Learn what your feline friend is trying to tell you

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

Stina Tiselius

Keep your canine cosy, comfy and &ndash; most importantly &ndash; cute with Knits for Dogs. Created to suit your dog&rsquo;s individual needs, the 16 knitted patterns &ndash; including jumpers, neckerchiefs and snoods &ndash; can be sized up or down to suit a range of small to medium sized breeds. And for those pooches who like to play, there are also chew toys and balls to sink their teeth into. The designs are all super easy to make with very little material needed; there is a knitting school at the back of the book so you can get to grip with the stitches and care and washing tips are included. With the help of Knits for Dogs, your furry friend will be the most fashionable in town.

Knits for Dogs

Sweaters, Toys and Blankets for Your Furry Friend

The Cat Lover&#39;s A to Z is a charming, illustrated guide for cat fans everywhere. Mixing cute illustrations with fun observations and facts, it&#39;s a pawsome celebration of the special, and often very funny, relationship between our favourite pets and their devoted human servants. Did you know that the feline sense of smell is 14 times better than yours? Or that a slow blink is often the most sure-fire way to make a new cat friend? Combining a mix of interesting cat trivia, feline idiosyncrasies, a scattering of quotes and new playful language from social media, this purrfect A to Z will amuse and inform any cat devotee.

The Cat Lover's A to Z

Stella Andromeda

Wise Cat Tarot is a 78-card deck and guide that taps into formidable feline energy to enhance the wisdom and insights of the major and minor arcana with all the perspicacity and philosophy of felis catus, and is sure to appeal to tarot aficionados and cat lovers alike. Beautifully realised, this tarot captures the colourful energy of the feline personality, shedding light on life&rsquo;s questions and challenges through its interpretations and insights, with each card in this charming deck illustrated in Stella Andromeda&rsquo;s signature style. Fun to use while providing access to the ancient practice of the tarot, Wise Cat Tarot offers insights into the past, present and future by harnessing the power of the cards plus the wisdom of our furry, feline friends. Since the dawn of time, cats have been characterised as mystical creatures. The Ancient Egyptians and Greeks worshipped them and we still do to this day &ndash; Keyboard cat, Grumpy cat, Maru and Lil Bub have all achieved cult celebrity status in recent years. And there is no denying that our feline friends know how to live their best lives. From finding the cosiest spots to curl up for a catnap to getting cuddles on command, they seem to have all the answers.

Wise Cat Tarot

Using the Wisdom of the Cat to Enhance Your Tarot Reading

Catherine Munro

'Uplifting and moving' BBC RADIO 2 
 
'Striking' THE TIMES 
 
'A meditation on connection between humans and animals, and the homes we make in wild places. I was completely immersed' KATHERINE MAY, author of Wintering 
 
Catherine Munro transforms her life when she moves to Shetland to study the hardy ponies who call this archipelago home. Over the course of her first year, she is welcomed into the rhythms and routines that characterise life at the edge of the world. 
 
When faced with personal loss, Catherine finds comfort and connection in the shared lives of the people, animals and wild landscapes of Shetland. Ponies at the Edge of the World is a heartfelt love letter to the beauty and resilience of these magical ponies and their native land. This is a stunning book on community, hope and finding home.

Ponies At The Edge Of The World

On nature, belonging and finding home

In Kitty Language, animal illustrator Lili Chin explains everything you need to read your cat's body language. With sections dedicated to their ears, whiskers, tail and more, you'll gain deeper knowledge into many feline behaviours, including sniffing, scratching, play-hunting, chattering and tail flipping. And you'll learn the answers to questions such as: does my cat want to be petted, or do they need space? Are they feeling confident, frightened, relaxed or frustrated? What do they need to feel safe, secure, stimulated and happy? 
 
Backed by scientific research, endorsed by animal behaviourists and vets, and packed with playful illustrations, Kitty Language is bursting with information for cat lovers.

Kitty Language

An Illustrated Guide to Understanding Your Cat

Amy Newsome

WINNER OF THE 2024 GUILD OF FOOD WRITERS AWARD&#160;FOR SPECIALIST OR SINGLE SUBJECT COOKBOOK 
 
"Amy&#39;s beautiful recipes are an ode to the pleasures of cooking with honey and the importance of it in our lives." &ndash; Thomasina Miers"Something truly magical happens when beekeeping, gardening and cooking meet, and in that intersection stands Amy with this wonderful book." &ndash; Itamar Srulovich, Honey &amp; Co."A beautiful, thoughtful exploration of keeping bees and cooking with honey &ndash; with such enticing recipes." &ndash; Mark DiaconoA sticky celebration of honey from bloom to plate, with 80 inspiring recipes straight from a beekeeper&rsquo;s kitchen. Amy Newsome is a cook, gardener and beekeeper &ndash; and this is her homage to honey and its deliciously distinct varietals from around the globe. Marvel at the floral intricacies of honey&rsquo;s terroir and all its wonderful flavours, before getting stuck in with 80 sweet and savoury recipes that celebrate the magic of cooking with honey; from honey ferments, fancy fritto misto and Honeyed Chipotle Lamb Tacos, to Saffron &amp; Apricot Honey Buns, Eucalyptus Honey Granita and a Bergamot Bee&#39;s Knees to wash everything down. Covering the beekeeper&rsquo;s year and how honey is made, you will journey through the changing seasons, take a peak inside the hive and discover just how to create the perfect bee-friendly garden. This cookbook is an incredibly thoughtful collection of recipes and stories that offers an inspiring glimpse into the craft of beekeeping and the remarkable world of the honeybee, confirming why and how we should be treating honey with the respect it deserves.

Honey

Recipes From a Beekeeper's Kitchen

Malachy Tallack

Shortlisted for the Richard Jefferies Award 2022 
 
Growing up in Shetland with its myriad lochs and burns, Malachy Tallack and his brother would roam the island in search of trout, and in so doing discovered a sense of freedom, of wonder - and an abiding passion. 
 
But why is it that fishing - or the mere contemplation of catching a fish - can be so thrilling and so captivating? 
 
Why is it that time spent beside water can be imprinted so sharply in memory? 
 
Why is it that what seems a simple act - of casting a line, waiting and hoping - can leave so much room for mystery? 
 
Here award-winning author and singer-songwriter Malachy Tallack tells the story of his own infatuation with fishing, a pastime that has brought him joy (and frustration) since early childhood. And in bringing together memoir, nature writing and reflections on culture and history, he explores why angling means so much to so many. 
 
Beautifully written and hugely engaging, it is a book about attention, about nature, and that sense of wonder; it is about a way of engaging with the world, of reaching out - and feeling it reach back.

Illuminated By Water

Nature, Memory and the Delights of a Fishing Life

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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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