Al Murray is a Perrier Award-winning comic, TV personality and, as 'The Pub Landlord', the author of the bestselling The Pub Landlord's Book of British Common Sense and Think Yourself British. Most recently, he has taken on the leadership of the Free United Kingdom Party (FUKP).

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Al Murray's alter ego, The Pub Landlord, is one of the most recognizable and successful comic creations of the past twenty years, and Murray, who has won numerous awards and accolades, continues to fill arenas and theatres around the world. 
 
He is also the author of many successful books including Watching War Films with My Dad and Command, a sharply entertaining analysis of the key allied military leaders in the Second World War. He is well known for co-hosting the hugely popular Second World War history podcast, We Have Ways of Making You Talk with fellow bestselling military author James Holland. 
 
Arnhem: Black Tuesday is his first history book about a single campaign.

Actor and director Al Pacino is a unique and enduring figure in the world of American stage and film. He grew up in New York City’s South Bronx, attended the School of Performing Art, and studied acting at the Herbert Berghof Studio with Charles Laughton and the Actors Studio with mentor Lee Strasberg. 
 
 
He has been nominated for the Academy Award nine times, for movies including The Godfather, Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico, The Godfather Part II, and The Irishman, and won the Oscar for Best Actor in 1992 for Scent of a Woman. He has been nominated for the Golden Globe Award nineteen times, and won four, and has been nominated for three Tonys and won two. 
 
 
Pacino has been awarded the Kennedy Center Honor, the American Film Institute Life Achievement Award, the National Merit of Arts from President Obama, and the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award for Lifetime Achievement in Motion Pictures.

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Al Rodin is a writer and illustrator from London. He studied children's book illustration at Cambridge School of Art and received the 2019 Sebastian Walker Prize. Al enjoys working with a wide variety of materials including acrylic, watercolour and collage. His paintings have been exhibited in galleries around Europe and Asia, and he was selected for lllustrators' Exhibition at the Bologna Children's Book Fair in 2019. Little Echo is his first book.

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Alain de Botton is the bestselling author of fifteen books, including The School of Life: An Emotional Education, How Proust Can Change Your Life, The Consolations of Philosophy, The Art of Travel and The Course of Love. He is the founder of The School of Life (theschooloflife.com).

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Alaina Urquhart is the science-loving co-host of the chart-topping show Morbid: A True Crime Podcast. As an autopsy technician by trade, she offers a unique perspective from deep inside the morgue. Alaina hails from Boston, where she lives with her wonderful husband, John, their three amazing daughters, and a ghost Puggle named Bailey. She is about 75 percent coffee, and truly believes she and Agent Clarice Starling could be friends. 
 
Before writing her first psychological horror novel, she received degrees in criminal justice, psychology, and biology. When she isn't hosting Morbid, she hosts the Parcast original show Crime Countdown, and a horror movie podcast called Scream!. Her days are usually spent either recording or eviscerating. The way she sees it, when she hangs up her microphone for the day, it's time to let the dead speak.

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Born in London in 1939, Alan Ayckbourn is one of  the world's most popular and prolific playwrights. He has written 74  full length plays and more than 20 other revues and plays for children.  He is also an acclaimed director. Alan Ayckbourn was awarded a CBE in  1987. Ten years later to the day, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II  'for services to the theatre.'

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Alan Bennett's television series Talking Heads has become a modern-day classic, as have many of his works for the stage, including Forty Years On, The Lady in the Van, The Madness of George III (together with the Oscar-nominated screenplay The Madness of King George) and an adaptation of The Wind in the Willows. The History Boys won the Evening Standard and Critics' Circle awards for Best Play, The Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play and the South Bank Award.

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Alan Bennett is one of Britain's best-loved and most highly acclaimed writers. He has written widely for radio, television and theatre. His latest play, The History Boys, won several awards, including Evening Standard and Critics' Circle Awards for Best Play and the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Play. It also won six Tony Awards, including Best Play, following an extremely successful transfer to Broadway. In 2006 Bennett was named Author of the Year at the British Book Awards for Untold Stories, his collection of memoirs and diaries.

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ALAN BOOTH was born in London in 1946 and travelled to Japan in 1970 to study Noh theatre. He stayed, working as a writer and film critic, until his untimely death in 1993.

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Alan Brazil is a Scottish broadcasting legend and former football player, most notably for Ipswich Town, Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and internationally for Scotland. He played as a forward before being forced to retire due to a recurring back injury. 
 
After retirement, Alan moved into media presentation, initially on television, before a career in radio where for many years he has presented the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast show on TalkSPORT.

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Alan Carr is one of Britain's most successful and treasured comedians. His unique humour and effortless stage presence have earned him a catalogue of awards including Best Chat Show host at the publicly voted for 2015 National Television Awards, winner of the 2013 BAFTA for Best Entertainment Performance and 2013 British Comedy Award for Best Comedy Entertainment Personality. In previous years he has garnered a clutch of awards, from the 2012 National Television Award for Best Talk Show and the 2012 Loaded LAFTA Award for Best Stand-up to the 2010 TV Choice Awards for Best Entertainment Show. There were also nominations for Best New British Comedy &amp; Best Comedy Entertainment Personality at the 2009 British Comedy Awards. 
 
The success of the first series of his own chat show, 'Alan Carr: Chatty Man', in the summer of 2009, led to Channel 4 commissioning 16 further series' as well as numerous Christmas Specials and New Year Specstaculars. In September 2013, the 100th episode aired with A-list guests Justin Timberlake and Rihanna. Guests from past series include: Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Cameron Diaz, Vin Diesel, Adele, Grace Jones, Naomi Campbell, Hugh Grant, Drew Barrymore, Robin Williams, David Walliams, Mariah Carey, Russell Brand, Samuel L Jackson, Miley Cyrus, Robbie Williams, Bette Midler, Sharon Osbourne, One Direction, Gok Wan and Miranda Hart. 
 
The DVD of Alan's 2007 debut stand-up show, 'Tooth Fairy Live' topped the HMV charts and was a Christmas 2007 top seller. 
 
His best-selling debut autobiography 'Look Who It Is' was published in September 2008 by HarperCollins. 
 
In 2011, Alan travelled the country with his second live tour. 'Spexy Beast Live' was a 33-date arena tour and culminated in the successful DVD of the same name. 
 
Throughout 2015, Alan hit the road once again and performed at over 150 sold-out theatre's across the UK and Ireland with his 'Yap, Yap, Yap!' live show. His third stand up DVD 'Alan Carr - Yap Yap Yap! Live' was released by Universal Pictures (UK) in November 2016. 
 
2016 has also seen Alan go global with international performances of his Yap Yap Yap! live show throughout Scandinavia, Montreal (at the prestigious Just For Laughs Comedy Festival) and can currently be seen on tour this summer in New Zealand and Australia this summer, with two shows at the iconic Sydney Opera House. 
 
Alan also hosts Channel 4's flagship fundraising show 'Stand Up To Cancer' which in 2014 went on to raise an amazing £14 million for Cancer Research. Alan returns once again to host 'Stand Up To Cancer' on Channel 4 this October. 
 
Alanatomy: The Inside Story is Alan's second memoir, and will be published by Penguin in October 2016.

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Alan Connor is the author of Two Girls, One on Each Knee: The Puzzling, Playful World of the Crossword ("witty, charming, encyclopaedic and highly readable" - Spectator) and The Joy of Quiz ("An absolute delight" - Mail on Sunday). He has made quizzes for various TV shows and newspapers and written comedy including BBC Film's The Rack Pack, A Young Doctor's Notebook (Jon Hamm and Daniel Radcliffe) and Have I Got News For You.

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Alan Connor has been the question editor for BBC2's Only Connect and Richard Osman's House of Games. He is the author of books for Pointless and The Traitors and is the puzzle consultant for the BBC1 drama Ludwig. He writes puzzles for various newspapers and has written for Charlie Brooker series and Have I Got News for You. His favourite quiz question is: What word was intentionally omitted from the screenplay of The Godfather?

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Peppa Pig

Based on the number one pre-school and BAFTA winning TV animation, Peppa Pig, this wonderful story picture book is perfect for reading at bedtime, playtime and over and over again! 
 
Once upon a time, there was a loveable, slightly bossy little piggy, named Peppa. She loved jumping up and down in muddy puddles. Peppa Pig and her little brother George don't mind rain, because rain means muddy puddles to jump in! But what happens when the rain is so heavy, torrential and even biblical? The result is a flood, and Granny and Grandpa Pig come to the rescue with their boat. And when the water disappears, it creates Peppa's dream come true - the world's biggest, muddiest puddle ever! 
 
This beautiful picture book is full of Peppa Pig humour and charm and will no doubt become a classic.

Peppa Pig: The BIGGEST Muddy Puddle in the World Picture Book

Pedro Pony is poorly, so Peppa Pig and her friends go with Madame Gazelle to visit Pedro in hospital. Pedro shows everyone what the hospital is like - the nurses, the doctor, and of course, the food. Peppa and her friends discover that the hospital isn't so scary after all!

Peppa Pig: Peppa Goes to Hospital: My First Storybook

Peppa, George and all their friends love to go on adventures - and now you can create them! Use the hundreds of stickers in this book, and your amazing imagination, to decorate wonderful scenes for Peppa!

Peppa Pig: Amazing Adventures Sticker Book

Mummy Pig is working at home on the family computer but Peppa and George want to play 'Happy Mrs Chicken'. Can Daddy Pig come to the rescue and fix the frozen computer? Read more in this charming piggy tale.

Peppa Pig: Peppa Pig's Family Computer

Peppa Pig is going to her very first sleepover at Zoe Zebra's house. The most important thing about a sleepover is that you must not sleep! With music, a midnight feast and a scary story, can Peppa and her friends stay awake? Read more in this delightful piggy tale.

Peppa Pig: Peppa's First Sleepover

A delightful new sticker activity book featuring everybody's favourite pig, Peppa, and her friends. 
 
It's time to find the hat! Peppa and George and their friends wear lots of different hats for different occasions. Choose from your super cool hat stickers and have some fun dressing your favourite Peppa Pig characters for a moon trip, a party, a bike ride or just for splashing in mud on a rainy day! Oink! Oink!

Peppa Pig: Find the Hat Sticker Book

This colourful storybook is based on the number one and award-winning preschool children's TV show on Channel 5 and Nickelodeon - Peppa Pig. Read this story and join Peppa and George as they go to playgroup. 
It is George's first day and Peppa doesn't really want him there. But when all of her friends want a little brother too, will Peppa change her mind? 
Find out in this lovely little piggy tale. Read the story to help your little ones find out what it's like to have their first day at preschool, nursery, playgroup or school, with the reassurance that Peppa Pig and George did it too!

Peppa Pig: George's First Day at Playgroup

This fantastic wipe-clean activity book and pen is perfect for Peppa fans. Great portable entertainment when you're out and about, in the car, having dinner or even on holiday. Your child can use their very own Peppa Pig pen to complete the lovely piggy puzzles, games and activities. Then, you can wipe the pages clean with the brush and start all over again! This book is full of endless fun and includes your child's favourite characters; Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, Peppa, and George, and all their animal friends.

Peppa Pig: Peppa and George's Wipe-Clean Activity Book

Splish, splash! Oh dear, Peppa Pig's pet fish, Goldie, isn't well.  Join Peppa, George and Mummy Pig in this delightful board storybook, based on the number one and award-winning preschool children's TV show on Channel 5 and Nickelodeon, as they take an exciting bus ride to the vet to find out why Goldie isn't eating her food. Be sure to look out for the extra little picture story running throughout the book. Every Peppa fan from 2-5 years old will enjoy this 'first experience' story about caring for your pet, and they will love looking at the colourful pictures and joining in the adventure with Peppa and George, and their friends. A story perfect for sharing at school or for snuggling up at bedtime!

Peppa Pig: Peppa's First Pet: My First Storybook

This cute Little Library includes six mini Peppa Pig classic fairy tale adventure books in a beautiful slipcase box. Join Princess Peppa Pig and Prince George in their wonderful fairy tale castle up in the clouds and read their stories time and time again. Based on the number one children's TV show Peppa Pig, this lovely set of books is perfect for presents, pocket money and party bags!

Peppa Pig: Fairy Tale Little Library

Huff, puff! Will Peppa Pig's Daddy make it to the finish line of the fun run and raise enough money to fix the school roof? A Peppa Pig storybook fans will want to read again and again!

Peppa Pig: Daddy Pig's Fun Run: My First Storybook

Boring! Peppa is bored of all her old books. Join her on a fun-filled library trip to find more. A Peppa Pig storybook fans will want to read again and again!

Peppa Pig: Peppa Goes to the Library: My First Storybook

Oops! Peppa and George have made Daddy Pig's shirt all dirty. What will happen when they try to wash out all the mud? A Peppa Pig storybook fans will want to read again and again!

Peppa Pig: Peppa's Washing Day: My First Storybook

Nee-naw! Peppa and George get to ride in a big red fire engine. But will there be any fires to put out? A Peppa Pig storybook fans will want to read again and again!

Peppa Pig: The Fire Engine: My First Storybook

A fantastic Peppa Pig library that's great value for Peppa Pig fans!! Six chunky little books in a pretty little case. The perfect gift for your little piglet.

Peppa Pig: Little Library

Join Peppa and her family in these beautiful storybooks. Perfect for piglets everywhere! 
 
Peppa, George and Mr Dinosaur are going to the dentist. It's George's first visit and he's a teeny bit nervous. Find out how the trip goes in this lovely little adventure.

Peppa Pig: Dentist Trip

Join Peppa and her family in these beautiful storybooks. Perfect for piglets everywhere! 
 
In this piggy tale it's George's first visit to the swimming pool and he's scared of the water. How will Mummy and Daddy Pig ever convince him to get in?

Peppa Pig: Peppa Goes Swimming

Peppa and her little brother George, are having fun on an exciting adventure.  Join in by reading the story and choosing the magnets to finish the pictures. Perfect for hours of oink-oink fun!

Peppa Pig: Marvellous Magnet Book

Spend the day with Peppa at Granny and Grandpa Pig's house! Peppa and Mummy Pig decide to explore the attic, and stumble across a memory box. What wonderful things will they find inside? 
 
Take a trip down memory lane with this colourful picture book! 
 
Don’t miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Granny and Grandpa Pig's Attic 
Peppa Pig: Granny and Grandpa Pig's Day Out 
Peppa Pig: Granny Pig's Chickens

Peppa Pig: The Memory Box

Peppa wants to make Evie's first Christmas extra special. The family have lots of exciting traditions each year, and she can't wait to share them all with her baby sister. From putting the star on the Christmas tree, to baking cookies, there's lots of fun to be had at this festive time of year! 
 
Spend this Christmas with Peppa and her family and enjoy all their different Christmas traditions. Will there be room for one extra Christmas tradition this year? 
 
Don’t miss these other Peppa Christmas books: 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Christmas Eve 
Peppa Pig: Peppa and the Christmas Elf 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Night Before Christmas

Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Family Christmas

Peppa and George love going on adventures! Join them in the car, on the train, and even aboard a boat! Where do you think they're going? 
 
Press-out the vehicle pieces and play along with the story. Then, use your press-out pieces to go on your own adventures with Peppa! 
 
Don’t miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Clubhouse Fun 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Unicorn Adventure: A Press-Out-and-Play Book 
Peppa's House: A press-out and play carousel book

Peppa Pig: Vehicle Fun

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Peppa loves pumpkins! At the pumpkin patch, there's so many to find. Join Peppa and her friends on a fun-filled pumpkin hunt adventure! How many pumpkins can you find? 
 
Discover the excitement of finding the perfect pumpkin in this delightful story. Lift the flaps to join in the pumpkin hunt in this Halloween lift-the-flap picture book! 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Halloween Fun 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Magical Halloween 
Peppa Pig: Trick or Treat: A Lift-the-Flap Book

Peppa Pig: The Great Big Pumpkin Hunt

Jump in muddy puddles with Peppa in this brand-new shake-and-play book! 
 
It's Peppa's Birthday! Mummy and Daddy Pig have organised a party for Peppa, but what special surprises have they got planned? Shake, slide and play to find out and join the birthday fun! 
 
Peppa loves muddy puddle parties. Everyone loves muddy puddle parties! 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Puddle Playtime: A Touch-and-Feel Playbook 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Muddy Puddle Walk 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Muddy Festival: A Lift-the-Flap Book

Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Muddy Puddle Party

Peppa and George are SUPER excited to show Evie all of their favourite toys. From puppet shows to dinosaurs, and paint pots to dress-up, there's so much to explore in the new playroom! 
 
Help Peppa, George and Evie to find all of their toys in this lift-the-flap book and join in the messy play! 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Play with Peppa Hand Puppet Book 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Play Date 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's New Baby Sister

Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Toy Show

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Peppa and her friends are at the toothpaste factory! The factory has all sorts of fun games to teach them how to brush their teeth. Join Peppa and George as they brush the GIANT teeth, rinse the HUGE toothbrushes and more! 
 
This board book is perfect for encouraging little Peppa fans to love brushing their teeth! 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Peppa Says Please 
Peppa Pig: Goodnight Peppa 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Play Date

Peppa Pig: Toothbrush Games

Peppa has invited Suzy over for a playdate and can't wait to show her round the new house! Join them as they explore Peppa's new bedroom, the playroom, and Evie's nursery! 
 
This fun lift-the-flap story has surprises on every page. What will Peppa and Suzy find? 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Fairy Peppa: A Lift-the-Flap Book 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Vehicle Adventure: A Lift-the-Flap Book 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Swimming Lesson: A lift-the-flap book

Peppa Pig: Peppa’s New House

Join Peppa and friends in this Out and About Little Library! 
 
This little library has four brilliant stories about Peppa's adventures out and about! Join her in the park, at the beach, in the clubhouse and in the woods. These chunky little board books are perfect for little Peppa fans. 
 
Don’t miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Magical Creatures Little Library 
Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Family Little Library 
Peppa Pig: Bedtime Little Library

Peppa Pig: Out and About Little Library

George has some news! Peppa is especially thrilled to share his announcement with the world! 
 
Join Peppa and George in this picture book to find out what it could be. 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: George and the Noisy Baby 
Peppa Pig: George’s Birthday 
Peppa Pig: George’s Digger

Peppa Pig: George's News

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