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Celebrate 10 fantastic years of the genre-defining classic with this special anniversary edition of the book that started it all! Featuring brand-new content and a foreword from Kate Pankhurst, this is a must-have for fans of the series and a brilliant introduction to some of history's most awe-inspiring women.*'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER**'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST*Discover fifteen incredible true stories of pioneering women who dreamed big and changed the world! Including legendary artist Frida Kahlo, activist and suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, scientist and Nobel prize winner Marie Curie and many more – plus two additions for this special anniversary edition: superstar singer Taylor Swift and education activist Malala Yousafzai. This stunning illustrated collection celebrates some of the most inspiring and influential women of all time!Created by Kate Pankhurst, relative of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, the Fantastically Great Women series has inspired a generation of readers to dream big, stand proud and speak out. How will you change the world?Including: Mary Anning, Jane Austen, Coco Chanel, Marie Curie, Amelia Earhart, Gertrude Ederle, Agent Fifi, Anne Frank, Frida Kahlo, Emmeline Pankhurst, Rosa Parks, Sacagawea, Mary Seacole, Taylor Swift and Malala Yousafzai.- Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards- 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN- Now an award-winning hit musical from the creators of SIX!First in the revolutionary series, with over a million copies sold worldwide! Other books include: Fantastically Great Women Who Made History, Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders, Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet. Celebrating 10 fantastic years of the genre-defining and million-copy-selling Fantastically Great Women series, this special anniversary edition of the book that started it all features 15 stories of the most inspiring and influential women of all time! Including Frida Kahlo, Emmeline Pankhurst, Marie Curie and (new for this edition) Taylor Swift and Malala Yousafzai! Autorid: Kate Pankhurst

**AS SEEN ON BLUE PETER** *'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER* *'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST* Created by Kate Pankhurst, relative of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, the Fantastically Great Women series has inspired a generation of readers to dream big, stand proud and speak out. How will you change the world? Be inspired by thirteen true stories of visionary women who fought to protect and care for our remarkable planet! Meet chimpanzee expert and zoologist Jane Goodall, 'shark lady' Eugenie Clark and the Chipko women, who helped save the trees. This incredible illustrated collection celebrates women who dedicated their lives to looking after planet Earth preserving its animals, plants and stories for generations to come. Including: Florence Augusta Merriam Bailey, Ingeborg Beling, Eileen Kampakuta Brown, Eileen Wani Wingfield, Isatou Ceesay, The Chipko Movement, Eugenie Clark, Edith Farkas, Jane Goodall, Wangari Maathai, Ursula Marvin, Anita Roddick, Daphne Sheldrick and Mária Telkes. - Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards - 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN - Now an award-winning hit musical from the creators of SIX! Other books in the series: Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, Fantastically Great Women Who Made History, Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders, Fantastically Great Women Scientists and their Stories, Fantastically Great Women Artists and their Stories, Fantastically Great Women Sports Stars and their Stories Autorid: Kate Pankhurst

Celebrate 10 fantastic years of the genre-defining series with this special anniversary edition of Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders – part of the revolutionary Fantastically Great Women series, with over a million copies sold worldwide!*'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER**'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST*Discover the incredible true stories of 13 pioneering women who forever changed how women are seen in the workplace! Meet mountaineer Junko Tabei, the first woman to conquer Everest, and mathematician Katherine Johnson, whose calculations helped send the first men into space. This inspiring illustrated collection celebrates women who dreamed big and proved that no job is too big – or too small – for a woman to conquer.Created by Kate Pankhurst, relative of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, the Fantastically Great Women series has inspired a generation of readers to dream big, stand proud and speak out. How will you change the world?Including: James Barry, Rosa May Billinghurst, Sophie Blanchard, Rosalind Franklin, Katherine Johnson, Annette Kellerman, Katia Krafft, the London Matchgirls, Elizabeth Magie, Maria Merian, Lotte Reiniger, Junko Tabei and Madam C.J. Walker.- Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards- 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN- Now an award-winning hit musical from the creators of SIX!Other books in the series: Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, Fantastically Great Women Who Made History, Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet Celebrating 10 fantastic years of the genre-defining and million-copy-selling Fantastically Great Women series, this special anniversary edition of Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders features 13 pioneering women who changed the way women were seen in the workplace forever! Autorid: Kate Pankhurst

Celebrate 10 fantastic years of the genre-defining series with this special anniversary edition of Fantastically Great Women Who Made History – part of the revolutionary Fantastically Great Women series, with over a million copies sold worldwide!*'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER**'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST*Discover fourteen incredible true stories of fearless women whose remarkable lives marched them into our history books. Meet brave and powerful Boudicca, who fought for what she believed in; cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova who was the first woman in space; and inventor and engineer Ada Lovelace, the world's first computer programmer – plus many more! This inspiring illustrated collection celebrates women who have made their mark on history and the world!Created by Kate Pankhurst, relative of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, the Fantastically Great Women series has inspired a generation of readers to dream big, stand proud and speak out. How will you change the world?Including: Sayyida al-Hurra, Josephine Baker, Elizabeth Blackwell, Boudicca, Flora Drummond, Hatshepsut, Qiu Jin, Noor Inayat Khan, Ada Lovelace, Pocahontas, Mary Shelley, Valentina Tereshkova, Harriet Tubman and Mary Wollstonecraft.- Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie & Kate Greenaway Children's Book Awards- 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' - GUARDIAN- Now an award-winning hit musical from the creators of SIX!Other books in the series: Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders, Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet Celebrating 10 fantastic years of the genre-defining and million-copy-selling Fantastically Great Women series, this special anniversary edition of Fantastically Great Women Who Made History features 14 true stories of fearless women whose remarkable lives marched them into our history books. Autorid: Kate Pankhurst

Every species has something fascinating and bizarre about it whether its worms that glow red-and-green like a traffic light or birds with claws bigger than those of a grizzly bear. Basically, the animal world is massively, wonderfully weird. But have you ever wondered just how weird things get? From bottom-breathing turtles to fish that live in trees, set off with Edward Brooke-Hitching on a fact-packed safari to discover the strangest, silliest and down-right weirdest things our planets amazing animals has to offer. Written by QI elf and author extraordinaire, the first book in Brooke-Hitchings spectacular new series is extraordinarily enlightening and seriously shareable. Both information- and humour-rich, it is a glorious treasure trove of bite-sized facts for children to either snack on throughout the week or gobble up all in one go. And with a Whos the Smartest? quiz at the end of each section, this book is the perfect companion for children determined to know their barking piranhas from their purring rottweilers and thats a fact! Also available in this series: Whats the Weirdest Thing About the World. Autorid: Edward Brooke-Hitching, Jez Tuya

Paul L. Heck’s Political Theology and Islam offers a sophisticated and comprehensive analysis of sovereignty in Islamic society, beginning with the origins of Islam and extending to the present.This wide-ranging study sets out to answer an unassumingly tricky question: What is politics in Islam? Paul L. Heck’s answer takes the form of a close analysis of sovereignty across Islamic history, approaching this concept from the perspective of political theology. As he illustrates, the history of politics in Islam is best understood as an ongoing struggle for a moral order between those who occupy positions of rulership and religious voices that communicate the ethics of Islam and educate the public in their religious and moral devotions. In this sense, sovereignty in Islam is split between ruling powers and pious communities, whose interactions range from close cooperation to outright competition. Heck shows that it is precisely through these interactions that Islamic conceptions of sovereignty are constructed and negotiated.Political Theology and Islam’s first section spells out the concepts and methods for the study of politics in Islam as a struggle for a moral order, one not only involving varied claims to sovereignty but also a general determination to realize the righteousness of Islam that stands at the heart of the message that the Prophet Muhammad conveyed to his society in seventh-century Arabia. The following sections demonstrate, through examples from both the past and today’s worldwide Muslim community, the diverse ways in which the umma, the community of Muslims, has struggled for a moral order that recalls its prophetic message. Deftly moving in various political theaters and through a wide range of intellectual traditions, Heck’s book will emerge as a touchstone of scholarship in the field of Muslim politics and intellectual thought. Autorid: Paul L. Heck

In an age where technologies such as AI threaten to supplant human intelligence, an award-winning scientist offers a radical new view of our innate human technology and what we're truly capable of. There are rare moments in time when we make choices that irreversibly change the world, and our lives, forever. Today is one of those moments. Scientists, engineers, and philosophers alike warn us that without a radical shift in our thinking, we are on track to be the last generation of pure humans that the world will know. Within a single generation we will devolve into a hybrid species of synthetic bodies, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and computer chips that limit our ability to think, love, and adapt to the conditions of the emerging world in a healthy way. In doing so we will also lose our capacity for emotion, empathy, intimacy, and forgivenessthe very qualities that we value and cherish in our humanness. The question that we face is simple: Do we love ourselves enough to preserve the gift of our humanness? Our answer is based on the way weve been taught to think of ourselves. Now available in paperback, Pure Human is a compelling journey of self-discovery that will catapult you beyond conventional thinking when it comes to your origins, your limits and, most importantly, the abilities that have been hidden from you for centuries, and the extraordinary potential that awaits as you embrace them. Autorid: Gregg Braden

A practical, evidence-based, no-BS guide from sex coach Caitlin V for men who want to take charge of their sex lives—lasting longer, staying harder, and building the confidence and connection they’ve always wanted in and out of the bedroom.The Sex Playbook Men Were Never Given—From a Coach Who’s Helped MillionsEvery man wants to feel confident in bed—hard when he wants to be, in control of when he finishes, and deeply connected with his partner. But the truth about sex is that men are handed the pressure without the playbook: They’re expected to perform, but most of them were never shown how.That’s where sex coach Caitlin V comes in. In this no-BS guide, she delivers what most advice for men leaves out: the real reasons behind sexual struggles and the tools to fix them for good. Combining proven science with hard-won experience, Caitlin shows how the right mindset and her simple, practical methods can unlock lasting sexual confidence, stronger performance, and deeper intimacy.You’ll learn how to:Identify the hidden roots of performance anxiety (and what to do about them) Last longer and stay hard without pills or spraysReduce pressure so your body responds the way you wantRebuild trust, intimacy, and connection with your partnerCreate a sex life that stays exciting for the long haulThis isn’t about gimmicks or hacks. It’s about finally understanding how your body and mind actually work. Now is the time to stop guessing and take charge of your sex life—starting tonight. Autorid: Caitlin V

Throughout the history of the Western world, Jews have suffered various forms of exclusion, stigmatisation, and discrimination that have forced them always to be aware of their very particular situation. The Jews became a community under siege and, as Shlomo Sand argues, Judaism was shaped by the hostile gaze of Christian civilization. While the forms of hostility endured by the Jews have varied over the centuries, it is impossible to understand twentieth century anti-Judaism, or Jewish identity itself, without taking account of the sediments of mental hatred, fuelled by religious belief, which have survived the passage of time. While antisemitism is the term commonly used today, Sand prefers ‘Judeophobia’, which predates the appearance of ‘antisemitism’ and is more precise. Looking back over the centuries, he seeks to identify some of the stages in the age-old, incandescent hatred of the Jews and tries to understand what remains today of this trenchant hostility. He also questions whether Zionism, born as a distressed response to modern Judeophobia, has ended up mirroring it. To what extent has Zionism inherited the ideological foundations that have always been characteristic of the persecutors of the Jews? This concise history of anti-Jewish hatred will be of great interest to anyone concerned with one of the most insidious and persistent features of Western civilization. Throughout the history of the Western world, Jews have suffered various forms of exclusion, stigmatisation, and discrimination that have forced them always to be aware of their very particular situation. The Jews became a community under siege and, as Shlomo Sand argues, Judaism was shaped by the hostile gaze of Christian civilization. While the forms of hostility endured by the Jews have varied over the centuries, it is impossible to understand twentieth century anti-Judaism, or Jewish identity itself, without taking account of the sediments of mental hatred, fuelled by religious belief, which have survived the passage of time. While antisemitism is the term commonly used today, Sand prefers ‘Judeophobia’, which predates the appearance of ‘antisemitism’ and is more precise. Looking back over the centuries, he seeks to identify some of the stages in the age-old, incandescent hatred of the Jews and tries to understand what remains today of this trenchant hostility. He also questions whether Zionism, born as a distressed response to modern Judeophobia, has ended up mirroring it. To what extent has Zionism inherited the ideological foundations that have always been characteristic of the persecutors of the Jews? This concise history of anti-Jewish hatred will be of great interest to anyone concerned with one of the most insidious and persistent features of Western civilization. Autorid: Shlomo Sand, Robin Mackay

This book offers principled guidance for teachers and researchers in World English(es) and English as a Lingua Franca contexts on developing a feature-based approach to teaching English pronunciation for international intelligibility. Using Hong Kong English as a case study, it offers inquiry tasks to help develop contextualised teaching tools. Equips readers to develop an intelligibility-oriented approach to pronunciation teaching suitable for any second/foreign language or Global Englishes setting. This book offers principled guidance for practitioners and researchers on developing a feature-based approach to teaching English pronunciation, with a focus on intelligibility within communicative contexts. Using Hong Kong English as a case study, it allows teachers and students to critically explore English intelligibility in their own sociolinguistic and educational contexts and question the perceived importance of native speaker pronunciation.The book examines curricula, assessments, teaching materials, teacher perceptions, pronunciation teaching strategies and corrective feedback practices, and develops a contextualised approach to pronunciation teaching that prioritises key features affecting understanding, particularly in World Englishes and English as a Lingua Franca settings.Discussion and inquiry tasks in each chapter make this ideal for trainee teachers and teacher educators, while researchers will find valuable tools to explore intelligibility-oriented approaches in diverse contexts. Autorid: Jim Y. H. Chan, Margaret M. Lo

This book offers an in-depth exploration of Asian American students’ dual language use, literacy development and multicultural identity (re)construction. It guides teachers, teacher educators and parents on supporting racially, linguistically and culturally diverse students in inclusive classrooms. Provides the teaching methods and strategies educators need to foster diverse, inclusive and unbiased classroom environments.This book helps classroom teachers and educational leaders to support Asian American students in a variety of school settings, exploring their dual language use, literacy development and multifaceted identity (re)construction.Contributing to the fields of multi/plurilingual and multi/pluricultural education, it synthesizes key philosophical concepts, theories and perspectives that contemporary educators should be familiar with when working with racially, linguistically and culturally diverse student populations. It draws on ten years of data from Korean heritage language schools and addresses topics such as translanguaging, culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, transnationalism, AsianCrit theory and raciolinguistic ideologies.This book provides teachers, teacher educators and parents with valuable knowledge and understanding of how to adequately support students from diverse backgrounds in inclusive and unbiased classrooms. Autorid: Chaehyun Lee

As a transformative thinker of the twentieth century, whose work spanned all branches of the humanities, Michel Foucault had a complex and profound relationship with literature. And yet this critical aspect of his thought, because it was largely expressed in speeches and interviews, remains virtually unknown to even his most loyal readers. This book brings together previously unpublished transcripts of oral presentations in which Foucault speaks at length about literature and its links to some of his principal themes: madness, language and criticism, and truth and desire. The associations between madness and language—and madness and silence—preoccupy Foucault in two 1963 radio broadcasts, presented here, in which he ranges among literary examples from Cervantes and Shakespeare to Diderot, before taking up questions about Artaud’s literary correspondence, lettres de cachet, and the materiality of language. In his lectures on the relations among language, the literary work, and literature, he discusses Joyce, Proust, Chateaubriand, Racine, and Corneille, as well as the linguist Roman Jakobson. What we know as literature, Foucault contends, begins with the Marquis de Sade, to whose writing—particularly La Nouvelle Justine and Juliette—he devotes a full two-part lecture series focusing on notions of literary self-consciousness. This volume makes clear the importance of literature to Foucault’s thought and it is an indispensable text for anyone interested in his work and intellectual development. As a transformative thinker of the twentieth century, whose work spanned all branches of the humanities, Michel Foucault had a complex and profound relationship with literature. And yet this critical aspect of his thought, because it was largely expressed in speeches and interviews, remains virtually unknown to even his most loyal readers. This book brings together previously unpublished transcripts of oral presentations in which Foucault speaks at length about literature and its links to some of his principal themes: madness, language and criticism, and truth and desire. The associations between madness and language—and madness and silence—preoccupy Foucault in two 1963 radio broadcasts, presented here, in which he ranges among literary examples from Cervantes and Shakespeare to Diderot, before taking up questions about Artaud’s literary correspondence, lettres de cachet, and the materiality of language. In his lectures on the relations among language, the literary work, and literature, he discusses Joyce, Proust, Chateaubriand, Racine, and Corneille, as well as the linguist Roman Jakobson. What we know as literature, Foucault contends, begins with the Marquis de Sade, to whose writing—particularly La Nouvelle Justine and Juliette—he devotes a full two-part lecture series focusing on notions of literary self-consciousness. This volume makes clear the importance of literature to Foucault’s thought and it is an indispensable text for anyone interested in his work and intellectual development. Autorid: Michel Foucault, Robert Bononno

Celebrate a decade of enchanting adventures with the Isadora Moon 10th Anniversary Gift Edition, created by author-illustrator Harriet Muncaster. This special edition brings together the beloved story Isadora Moon Has a Birthday with an extra-special bonus tale, Pink Rabbit's Forgotten Birthday! In Isadora Moon Has a Birthday, Isadora is excited for her very first birthday party. She's been to lots of human parties before and now she's going to have one of her own! But with her mum and dad organizing things, it's not going to be like the parties she's been to before... In Pink Rabbit's Forgotten Birthday, Pink Rabbit is wondering why no one in the house seems to have remembered that today is a very special day indeed. Could Isadora really have forgotten about his birthday? Alongside the stories, readers will discover lots of activities, puzzles, and creative things to make and do, making this the perfect holiday or birthday gift for young fans. With irresistible pink-and-black artwork throughout and a heroine who's half-fairy, half-vampire, Isadora Moon continues to delight children worldwide. Perfect for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite, this anniversary edition is a must-have for fans of Isadora Moon, Unicornia, Claude, and Squishy McFluff. Designed to build confidence in newly independent readers, it's both a keepsake and a gateway to a magical world of imagination. Also available from the world of Isadora Moon: Mirabelle - Half witch, half fairy, totally naughty! Emerald - The most rebellious princess under the sea Isadora Moon Activity Books including colouring pages, word searches, puzzles and more! Autorid: Harriet Muncaster

Flying Though a Nuclear Cloud is the unusual story of a frontline navigator who flew on Canberra, Shackleton and F4 Phantom squadrons between 1954 and 1974. It also reveals his involvement with nuclear weapon testing in 1956 and 1958. It was during his time on Canberras that, in 1955, volunteers were called for ‘An Interesting Overseas Tour’. Flying Though a Nuclear Cloud is the unusual story of a frontline navigator who flew on Canberra, Shackleton and F4 Phantom squadrons between 1954 and 1974. It also reveals his involvement with nuclear weapon testing in 1956 and 1958. It was during his time on Canberras that, in 1955, volunteers were called for ‘An Interesting Overseas Tour’. Robin Adams put his hand up. The task was to collect samples resulting from nuclear explosions. This, however, was only revealed to the volunteers after they had arrived in Australia.On 19 June 1956 that Robin, then the navigator of Canberra WH976, took off from the RAAF Perth. Along with his pilot, Robin was about to be involved in the second and final nuclear test under Operation Mosaic – both explosions taking place at the Montebello Islands.In 1957 Robin joined Coastal Command flying the Avro Shackleton. After this interlude, a year later he was back nuclear testing. This time it was at Christmas Island in the Pacific, with the awesome megaton H bombs of Operation Grapple Z. His task was to collect weather data and clear shipping from the potential danger areas. From 1963-1966 Robin was on 31 Squadron which, equipped with Canberra PR.7s, was stationed in Germany and tasked with day and night low-level photo reconnaissance. It was during this time that he was involved in a serious aircraft accident following a single engine approach at night.By 1969 the front-line days were over for the Canberra, and Robin was posted onto the F4 Phantom as a Flight Commander on 14 Squadron. The squadron's primary role was all-weather tactical nuclear weapon delivery to targets in East Germany, secondary roles being ground attack and air defence. Crews stood Quick Reaction Alert for twenty-four hour stretches, twice a month, in a hut, with a nuclear weapon loaded on the aircraft parked outside. Robin’s nuclear journey had gone full circle. Autorid: Robin Adams

Portable pep talks and affirmations from Alethea Crimmins that are as bold, vibrant, and funny as the "positivity queen" herself.Sometimes, you just need a hype girl to get your mind clear and start your day off right. That’s why Alethea Crimmins would give herself pep talks in her car before work, which she then filmed and shared online. To her surprise, the humor and authenticity in her videos resonated with people worldwide and attracted an audience of millions. Now, whenever you need a boost of encouragement along with Alethea’s compassionate insight, you can pick up your Have a Good Day on Purpose affirmation deck. Each of the 52 cards includes cheeky mantras and motivational “real talk” from your favorite hype girl about self-love, courage, setting boundaries, knowing your worth, and the power of positivity. Autorid: Alethea Crimmins

A comprehensive technical history of China’s nuclear warhead development and testing, as well as a new framework for understanding China’s efforts to modernize its nuclear arsenal.The Untold Story of China’s Nuclear Weapon Development and Testing offers the most comprehensive account of China’s nuclear weapons development from 1955 to 1996. Hui Zhang examines the purpose and technical specifics of each nuclear test and provides new details about China’s pursuit of warhead miniaturization. Based on a number of new, Chinese-language sources that have not previously been analyzed, this book reveals that China has the ability to produce smaller, lighter warheads than some have suggested, as well as more options for missiles that could carry a larger number of warheads.The book also provides a new framework for understanding China’s efforts to modernize its nuclear arsenal and offers clues about the future of China’s nuclear program. As the international community watches China’s rapid nuclear expansion with concern—and, in particular, as the United States considers whether it will be confronting two peer nuclear-armed adversaries (Russia and China) in the future—this book is a significant contribution to the policy debate over a potential new three-way nuclear arms race. Autorid: Hui Zhang

Sustainably transform your company into a long-term authority in its industry In Beyond Distinction: How Leaders Create Organizations That Transcend the Turbulent AI-Driven Marketplace, leadership expert Scott McKain delivers an exciting and practical discussion of how organizations and leaders can move past short-term differentiation from competitors and realize sustainable transformation in a fast, evolving, AI-driven world. The author offers a comprehensive, long-term alternative to short-term business “strategy.” Beyond Distinction demonstrates how to stop differentiation decline, master new AI tools, and stay relevant even during rapid technological change. You’ll discover how to connect deeply with customers and build real relationships, as well as how to attract (and retain) top talent even as other companies do their best to poach your best people. Inside the book: Effective techniques for overcoming competitor copying Strategies to make distinction part of your company’s core identity Key metrics to create and track so you can measure the impact of your newfound focus on distinction Perfect for executives and business leaders interested in future-proofing their organizations and building a sustainable competitive advantage, Beyond Distinction contains a values-driven framework that will quickly become required reading for all professionals in leadership positions. Autorid: Scott McKain

Heal your broken heart with compassionate, cathartic advice on life and relationships Ex's and No's: The Breakup Advice You Don't Want to Hear is a compassionate guide to healing broken hearts. This book is a true companion to walk you through your heartbreak, serving as both a shoulder to cry on and an encouraging aid to restore your confidence and maximize your chances of building and maintaining a healthy relationship. With personal anecdotes from an author who's been through multiple relationship breakdowns, this book will help readers understand their emotions, take accountability for their actions, identify good and bad relationship habits, focus on relationship intentions and priorities, learn to forgive, and discover how to date with joy and purpose again. Readers will also find insights on: The reasons why people break up, from drained emotional bank accounts to sabotage and familiarity The necessity of going no contact, and what that entails beyond basic communications Ways to avoid unhealthy distractions so you can truly feel your emotions Small wins and their power in helping you get through the day The role of forgiveness and gratitude in the healing process Ex's and No's is the definitive roadmap to turn your pain into power, your heartache into action, and your breakup into the beginning of a joyful new chapter in your life. Autorid: Cole Zesiger

A proven, step-by-step guide to building a lucrative consulting practice and the mindset that goes with it In The Seven-Figure Consultant: A Professional’s Guide to Building a Legacy-Level Consulting Practice, rockstar of consulting and renowned author Alan Weiss, delivers a hyper-focused, step-by-step guide to using your consulting skillset to build the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Weiss walks you through his eye-opening perspective on what it really means to be “wealthy” (spoiler: it’s about time, not dollars and cents) and how to achieve that wealth. The book explains the on-the-ground realities of building a consulting service that grows sustainably and brings in the fees you need to live your life to its fullest. You’ll learn how to frame your value proposition, how to sell yourself as a true expert, and how to walk the tightrope that lies between arrogance and confidence. You’ll also find practical tools for how to engage with the latest AI tech, how to write a proposal that gets accepted every time, and how to track your most important metric: labor intensity. Inside the book: Key strategies on marketing your practice, including the six options for exponential growth that work at any level A revealing collection of interviews and commentary from seven-figure solo consultants who have mastered their industries The proper place of social media within your consulting practice, its benefits, and its unavoidable limitations The Seven-Figure Consultant is a granular, first-hand look at building a successful consulting practice by an author who has done it himself. But it’s also a mindset, one that correctly identifies “real wealth” as the time you’re able to make for—and spend on—yourself, and the people you care about the most. Weiss explains how to build both, one step at a time. Autorid: Alan Weiss

Each quiz covers a range of topics including history, geography, nature and science, film and literature, and sport. There are ready made quizzes for multiple groups, families or individuals, plus the ability to create your own quizzes. In depth answers are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure. This accessible and fun quiz book provides amazing and extraordinary facts on a wide range of subjects, making the perfect quiz book you will come back to time and again. Autorid: Robert Ertle

Organizations around the world have lost their way. Its time to get back to basics and focus on what really drives people and performance. In chasing talent, organizations have turned employee experience into an entitlement culture lavishing perks without accountability, lowering standards in the name of empathy, and confusing short-term fixes with long-term solutions. The result? Performance suffers, leaders are scared to lead, and culture drifts. The 8 Laws of Employee Experience is a reset, a new framework to build a future-ready organization in an AI driven world. Best-selling author and professionally trained futurist Jacob Morgan shows that employee experience must return to its core: a value exchange where employees contribute, grow, and lead, and where organizations enable them to thrive. Based on over 100 CHRO interviews at companies like Verizon, Delta, Hilton, IBM,and LVMH, Morgan lays out eight unshakeable laws that form the new operating system for the future of work. This book isnt just about where we are today its about where employee experience is going over the next decade, and how leaders can design the future instead of being dragged into it. After reading this book youll learn how to: Separate signal from noise in an era of trend-chasing with the STEEPLE methodology Discover the eight laws required to build a future-ready organization and how to implement them Use futurist frameworks like the Cone of Possibilities to map out multiple employee experience scenarios Conduct a future-ready audit to see where your company stands today and where it must go next Explore the five potential futures of employee experience and how to steer your organization towards the right one Challenge the myth that employee experience is about making people happy Combining insights from CHROs who are collectively leading millions of people around the world with a futurist framework, The 8 Laws of Employee Experience: How to Build a Future-Ready Organization offers a blueprint to design organizations that dont just adapt to the future but build it. Youll see what works, what fails, and what the future demands. Autorid: Jacob Morgan

Discover the incredible true stories of children who have changed how we see the world. From fossilised creatures and ancient treasures to mysterious scrolls and glimmering gems, Young Discoverers is a thrilling collection of real-life tales about some of the most astonishing discoveries ever made and the young people who made them. Travel through time and across continents to uncover: A prehistoric monster hidden in the cliffs of England The boy who uncovered the first step to the tomb of Tutankhamun, leading to one of the most famous archaeological discoveries of all time A glittering gold nugget that sparked Americas first gold rush - found by twelve-year-old Conrad A Viking Sword pulled from a lake in Sweden by an eight-year-old girl The worlds biggest star sapphire, once used as a doorstop in Australia! And many more jaw-dropping discoveries! In each of the twelve tales, you meet the young person at the heart of the discovery following them through the twists and the turns of their adventure. The children and teenagers you meet may have come from different places and lived at different times in history, but they all have something in common a curiosity for the world around them! Some of our young discoverers saw something that seemed out of the ordinary and went to take a closer look, while others felt something strange with their fingers or toes or heard an unexpected sound. One of our heroes even followed his nose all the way to an incredible find. Fun and engaging, packed with fascinating facts and perfect for fans of history, science, and treasure hunts, this book will inspire curiosity and confidence in young readers and show them that anyone no matter their age or experience can make an extraordinary discovery. Find out how in Young Discoverers and get ready to see what mysteries are waiting to be uncovered in your own world. Autorid: Stephen Davies, Violaine Leroy

NEW EDITION UPDATED AND REVISED WITH NEW RECIPES. Discover the vibrant flavours of Sri Lanka in this beautiful cookbook with over 100 authentic recipes from across the island. Sri Lanka: The Cookbook brings together the countrys most beloved dishes from feather-light hoppers and fiery sambols to subtly spiced curries and unique street snacks. Husband-and-wife duo Prakash Kannan Sivanathan and Niranjala M Ellawala celebrate the rich culinary heritage of both Sinhalese and Tamil traditions, shaped by centuries of cultural exchange with India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Europe. Inside, youll find standout recipes such as: Appa (hoppers) iconic fermented rice pancakes, perfect with sambol. Kiribath creamy coconut milk rice served at celebrations. Pol Sambol a fiery coconut relish with lime and chilli. Maalu Mirisata a bold and spicy fish curry. Kukul Mas Mirisata a warming chicken curry with deep spice. Lamprais a rice parcel popularised during the Dutch occupation with meat curry, sambols and fried egg. Wattalappan a luscious coconut caramel custard. . . . and many more! The recipes are also accompanied by stunning photography that captures the spirit of Sri Lanka. Whether you're a seasoned cook or new to Sri Lankan cuisine, this book offers a delicious journey into one of the worlds most exciting food cultures, with options both for everyday meals and occasions. Autorid: Prakash K Sivanathan, Niranjala M Ellawala

National Parks of the USA is the landmark treasury that brought America’s natural beauty to a generation of young readers. With four new national parks and a spectacular four-page fold-out of the Grand Canyon, this must-have updated edition is THE best way to experience the national parks for yourself, wherever you are in the world.Divided into seven regional chapters, this book includes all 60+ national parks, from Acadia to Zion. Twenty-five parks are featured in glorious four-page fact-files, giving young explorers the need-to-know info on the history, wildlife, adventure sports, and natural phenomena that the parks are home to.Throughout, Chris Turnham’s timeless postcard-perfect artwork makes the parks come alive on the page. See iconic vistas side-by-side with secret haunts as you encounter everything from billowing volcanoes in Hawaii to pristine trails in the Great Smoky Mountains. You’ll boat through the swamps of the Everglades, take the temperature in Death Valley, and marvel at Old Faithful in Yellowstone, the place where it all started.This new, updated edition, published to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States, includes new features on four national parks: Zion, Indiana Dunes, White Sands, and New River Gorge.Plus, the brand-new gatefold lets you see the Grand Canyon in all its majesty, before opening up the page to see it up close in an eye-popping panoramic illustration.With more to explore than ever before, there’s never been a better time to embark on this adventure and get to know the National Parks of the USA!The highlighted parks include: Acadia, Badlands, Big Bend, Biscayne, Bryce Canyon, Channel Islands, Death Valley, Denali, Everglades, Glacier, Glacier Bay, Grand Canyon, Great Smoky Mountains, Hawaii Volcanoes, Indiana Dunes, Isle Royale, Mesa Verde, New River Gorge, Olympic, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, Virgin Islands, White Sands, Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Zion. Autorid: Kate Siber, Chris Turnham

"People spend an average of nine hours of their day at work. What you ask of your teams and talent is nothing short of the commitment and devotion that describes fandom--travel, time, dedication, and opportunity cost. But are you delivering the performance that warrants rock-star devotion and following? Andy Freed is a Bruce Springsteen fanatic, attending nearly 100 shows on multiple continents in the past 25 years, and he's on a mission to teach you how to perform your leadership role as if you were TheBoss. Using The Boss's concert preparation and performance techniques as a framework, and applying them to a leader's mandate to communicate powerfully to any audience, Lead Like a Rock Star shows business leaders how to impact an audience to turn followers into fans. Everyone wants to be a rock star at work, but the key to getting there is leading effectively--and you can't lead effectively without clear and impactful communication"-- Provided by publisher. Master your communication skills to become the leader you've always wanted to be In Lead Like The Boss: The Bruce Springsteen Framework to Elevating Your Leadership, veteran strategist, marketer, and management consultant, Andy Freed, delivers a compelling and actionable message about leadership and communication for everyone expected to inspire others to perform at their best. Freed ditches the sterile, tired formulaic approach you'll find in most "leadership guides" and focuses squarely on the crux of leadership: clearly communicating with others in a way that captures their attention and persuades them to buy in. Following the arc of Bruce "The Boss" Springsteen's legendary stage performances, the author demonstrates how to communicate your ideas to your followers and colleagues in ways that are authentic, intentional, and effective. You'll learn how to mold your communication style to match specific kinds of situations, encounters, and audiences. Lead Like The Boss shows you how to: Prepare for specific presentations and match the content and style of your message with the feelings you're trying to bring out in your audience Use consistent core messages to maintain alignment to company goals and vision Focus on the things your people and your company are doing right – and thanking them appropriately – to inspire loyalty and reward exceptional performance Perfect for managers, executives, and other business leaders, Lead Like The Boss is a must-read guide for everyone who is trying to guide their organization to the promised land of success. Autorid: Andy Freed

Outsmart Wall Street: the proven crypto investing strategy that has beaten traditional portfolios by 65% Crypto just crossed the tipping point, and everything you thought you knew about investing is about to change. The world's biggest institutions are pouring billions into bitcoinwhile most mainstream investors are still sitting on the sidelines, frozen by fear. That's where The Intelligent Crypto Investor comes in. Backed by seven years of real-world results, this groundbreaking book shows how adding just a small slice of crypto (10% or less) to a balanced portfolio can dramatically improve long-term returnsoutperforming traditional portfolios by more than 65%. Through the stories of legendary investors like Warren Buffett, Jack Bogle, and Cathie Wood, bestselling author John Hargrave unveils a clear, accessible strategy for adding bitcoin and other high-quality crypto assets to your portfoliowith minimal risk and maximum intelligence. You'll discover: The simple 60/30/10 portfolio strategy that has crushed Wall Street How legendary investors would think about crypto today The 3 metrics that separate crypto winners from the wannabes How to safely earn interest on your crypto through staking Why Wall Street is quietly investing billions into cryptoand how you can do it better The smart money is already moving. This is your proven playbook for building long-term wealth with global digital moneybefore the rest of the world catches up. Autorid: John Hargrave

Trans people have been thrust into the spotlight in recent years across the world as never before. Trans groups have become targets of intense online abuse and hostile political and religious campaigns. The media abounds with reports on a few glamorous trans women, or anti-trans attacks, but say little about the everyday realities of trans lives or their global diversity. In this book, Raewyn Connell, a world-leading sociologist and gender researcher, gathers the evidence and writes about the lives of trans women and men, hijra, travesti, and other groups around the world. She looks at the forces shaping trans lives, including medicine and its limitations, precarity and poverty, unequal gender relations, the role of sex work, and encounters with the state and the corporate economy. She discusses what is behind anti-trans campaigns, criticizing the simplistic idea that ‘transphobia’ explains these, and suggesting more potent causes. Finally, by exploring the creative ways trans groups have organized, she argues for the contribution they can and should make to solving our shared contemporary crises. Written in clear and vivid language, this book offers illuminating new perspectives on gender transitions, and on gender itself. Autorid: Raewyn Connell

If you haven't followed the money, chances are you don't know the real story of America and its Revolution. Nothing gives a clearer insight into this history than the life of early America's dominant merchant trader, first bank president, and first central banker, Thomas Willing. In this book, Richard Vague shows how Willing bankrolled and in the process helped save the Revolution and then fundamentally shaped the financial architecture of the young Republic. So powerful was Willing that President John Adams complained that George Washington and Alexander Hamilton were governed by him. Yet at a decisive moment in Willing's life he voted against independence, as conflict between Pennsylvania's moneyed elite and the emergent lower and middle classes embroiled the politics of 1776 in bitter class conflict. This dynamic would continue after independence, as Willing and his associates attempted to tame the democratic forces unleashed by revolution and thereby set up a tension that has never stopped shaping US politics. This dramatic untold story sheds genuinely new light on the genesis of the American Republic, as well as the enduring economic and political conflicts that still shape US society today. Autorid: Richard Vague

A compelling and candid memoir from Allen Iverson, the NBAs most misunderstood Hall of Famer, detailing his tough childhood in Virginia, his entry into the league as the number one overall pick, and his controversial, culture-changing pro basketball career. In Misunderstood, Allen Iverson shares in searing clarity and touching candor his meteoric rise from impoverished child in the Virginia projects to high school champion to Georgetown University protégé of legendary coach John Thompson, and finally to NBA All-Star and Reeboks Vice President of Basketball. Allen Iverson is a household nameBoomers and Gen Xers watched his decades-long run as a scrappy, tenacious basketball player on the Philadelphia 76ers who redefined the sports style (both fashion-wise and playing-wise), while millennials and Gen Zers are perhaps more familiar with his Reebok lines resurgence in popularity, his callout in Post Malones viral hit White Iverson, and for being the namesake of Kendall Roys son on Succession. Part athletic legend, part fashion icon, part hip-hop muse, Iverson was one of the first celebrities to fuse lifestyle, culture, and sports. But while everyone may know his name, few have seen behind the curtain on Iversons tumultuous life. Misunderstood lifts the veil and brings you into the mind of the pugnacious, ultra-talented misfit whose foremost goal, more than fame or fortune, was always to lift his family and friends out of poverty and violence. In his memoir, Iverson explores how he completely shattered the mold dictating what an NBA star could be in the 1990s and 2000s, all while dealing with legal troubles and personal traumas that only contributed to his sense of individualism and star power. This is the unforgettable story of a trailblazer who not only changed the game of basketball but rewrote the rules of what it means to rise, fall, and rise again while staying unapologetically true to himself. Autorid: Allen Iverson, Ray Beauchamp

Create an AI strategy that best fits your business You've heard about how artificial intelligence will revolutionize business, but maybe you're not sure how it will revolutionize your business. In AI in Business For Dummies, AI researcher and consultant Jeffrey Allan delivers clear insight into the capabilities of AI, the AI tools that get the job done, and how to best put artificial intelligence to work in your company. Using the book's step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to build the latest AI tech in your business strategies. You'll also discover real-world examples of effective AI implementations in tasks like workflow automation, closing sales, handling data analytics, and driving innovation. The book also dives into ideas on how to get your staff and colleagues on board as well as how to use AI in an ethical manner. AI in Business For Dummies also includes: A breakdown of the essentials of AI technology and how each intersects with business use Ways to avoid common business AI mistakes and pitfalls Tips on future-proofing your AI investment Perfect for managers, executives, entrepreneurs, founders, and other business leaders, AI in Business For Dummies is a must-read resource for anyone with an interest in taking advantage of the newest, most exciting technologies in business. Autorid: Jeffrey Allan

Toddlers will love playing "guess that smell" with this scent-sational scratch, sniff, and lift book!Does your child know what an orange smells like? A banana? Play "guess that smell" to see if your toddler knows all the food smells featured in this fun, interactive board book! Use the scratch and sniff cutout and other clues to try and guess each smell with your little one. Then, lift the flap to see if your guess is correct. Have fun as you learn how much your little one's nose knows!Photos of toddlers and colorful artwork will delight and engage your child as they try to guess each smellScratch and sniff elements on every spread stimulate the senses and support early-learning development Makes a wonderful baby shower, birthday or Valentine's Day gift; holiday stocking stuffer or Easter basket stuffer Autorid: Louise Anglicas

Snap the plush bear slap bracelet onto your arm and cuddle up for a story all about your new friend! Say goodnight and "I love you" with this sweet board book.It's nighttime, Little Bear! Time to say goodnight to the setting sun and hello to the twinkling stars. Gentle, rhyming text celebrates how much you love your little one, from reading a bedtime story to counting sheep together. Pairs with a classic plush made with premium quality that kids will love—just slap the band onto your wrist and enjoy!Bracelet and Book Pair: The cute bear snap bracelet doubles as a fun accessory, so kids can carry a piece of the story wherever they go.Premium Quality: The band is covered with soft silicone so that it's comfortable and safe to wear—it's non-toxic, child safe, and 100% safety test approved.Perfect for Gifting: The nostalgic format of the wristband makes this a charming gift for Valentine's Day, Easter, baby showers, holidays, birthdays, and more, from parents and grandparents to kids.It's nighttime, Little Bear.Time to rest your sleepy head.A book and then a snuggle,Tucked in cozy in your bed. Autorid: Zhanna Mendel

Hit the road and experience the magic of Route 66Taking you on an unforgettable journey along America’s most iconic highway, Route 66 honors the mother of all road trips.From its kitsch motels to the neon-lit diners, the historic towns to the roadside attractions, no other road trip has had such an enduring impact on American culture as Route 66. And we’re here to celebrate it.Filled with stories of unexpected encounters, eccentric characters and legendary locations, not forgetting the stops that make this road trip so special, Route 66 will have you yearning for the open road. Autorid: DK Travel

Explore more than 5,000 years of mechanised conflict around the globe from the earliest chariots and warships to the supersonic fighters and bombers of the modern era. Take an exhilarating ride through the ever-changing world of mobile warfare, across hundreds of pages of dramatic photography and evocative text with The Military Transport Book. Get up close to more than 400 of the most important and ground breaking examples ever built: jump aboard a Korean turtle ship, drive a Mark V Sherman tank, pilot a Supermarine Spitfire, and take the controls of a state-of-the-art MQ-9 Reaper drone. Discover the awesome, destructive power of these machines as well as how they are used to support, defend, and protect, and the diverse ways in which war has been waged on the ground, at sea, and in the air. In this essential military history title, you will find: Stunning photographic galleries of the most iconic and ground breaking forms of military transport ever created from tanks and armoured cars to planes and drones Photographic virtual tours of particularly key examples, such as the Mark IV tank of World War I, the U-995 submarine of World War II, and the F-86 Sabre jet fighter of the Cold War Insightful coverage of important milestones and turning points in the history of war Profiling the very latest military technology and hardware in unparalleled detail, this engrossing book tells you everything you need to know about this fascinating area of history. It is essential reading for military enthusiasts of all ages. The Transport series With global sales of more than 3 million copies, DKs Transport titles are engrossing coffee table books that showcase all of the most important and celebrated vehicles and other types of transport ever made from cars and trains to tanks and planes. Other books in the series include The Tank Book, The Truck Book, The Car Book, and The Aircraft Book. Autorid: DK

Travel through time to the world of the dinosaurs in this exciting prehistoric fiction series for children. Jamie has just moved to Ammonite Bay, a stretch of coastline famous for its fossils. Jamie is a member of the Dinosaur Club - a network of kids around the world who love all things prehistoric. Jamie takes his tablet everywhere, just in case he needs to contact the Club. Jamie is exploring Ammonite Bay when he meets Tess, a member of Dinosaur Club who lives in Ammonite Bay too. Tess shows Jamie her favourite place - a secret cave with fossils all over the walls. They go through a tunnel at the back and discover some dinosaur footprints. When they walk along them, the two new friends find themselves back in the time of the dinosaurs! It's amazing, but dangerous, too - they'll definitely need help from Dinosaur Club... In this fun, action-packed adventure, Jamie and Tess head back to the Cretaceous and encounter a herd of parasaurolophus that need their help... Autorid: Rex Stone

An emotional and heartfelt contemporary YA romance from the author of Everything I Promised You, exploring the complicated nature of grief, family, growing up, and the beauty of second chances. Piper and her older sister could not be more different. Tati assumed guardianship when their parents died, and in Tati's eyes, Piper is a troublemaker with no direction. Piper knows what she wants, but it isn't the buttoned-up life that her sister has in mind. Usually, Piper can lean on her best friend...except they aren't speaking, just when Piper could really use a confidant. Escaping to their apartment complex's pool for some space, Piper is stunned to see Henry. Her Henry. The boy who, three years ago, she met at this same pool. Together, they walked the beach and shared a kiss. It was a perfect night. Then she never saw or heard from him again. Henry is back in Florida to spend time with a dad he barely knows and escape the tangled relationship he left at home. Fate has brought Piper and Henry back together when their lives are the most complicated. With no one to depend on but each other, Piper and Henry must confront their painful pasts and the tumultuous present. Is this the start of another goodbye or a second chance at love? Rising star Katy Upperman brings readers another heartwrenching YA romance with compelling characters and a believable, beautifully told story of the perfect second chance we all long for. Tropes Second Chance Romance Summer Romance Healing After Trauma Teenage Matchmakers YA Romance Autorid: Katy Upperman

n+1 was founded in 2004 as a little magazine with big ambitions that would treat literature, culture, and politics as inextricable concerns. Within a decade, it went from a pipe dream in a Brooklyn apartment to the bellwether of a new generation of literary intellectuals (Harpers Magazine)an essential publication known for discovering talent and marking the cutting edge of political and cultural discourse. Twenty years in, the magazines impact on American intellectual life remains undiminished. The Intellectual Situation: The Best of n+1s Second Decade collects twenty-four era-defining essays, short stories, and reviews published by n+1 between 2014 and 2024. Featuring a murderers row of 21st-century writers and thinkersincluding Andrea Long Chu, Anna Wiener, Tobi Haslett, Tony Tulathimutte, A. S. Hamrah, Sarah Resnick, Ari M. Brostoff, Elizabeth Schambelan, Jesse McCarthy, Gabriel Winant, Dawn Lundy Martin, and writer-editors Dayna Tortorici, Nikil Saval, Mark Krotov, and Lisa BorstThe Intellectual Situation is a gateway drug to the vast, heady, and impossibly variegated world of n+1. Whether examining the Bernie Sanders campaign or start-up culture, trap music or contemporary sexual politics, the George Floyd protests or the Covid-19 pandemic, the entries in this definitive anthology capture how the USs premier intellectual magazine met an extraordinary moment in history. Autorid: Mark Krotov, Nikil Saval, Dayna Tortorici

From the author of The Assassin Game and Have You Seen My Sister? comes another gripping young adult thriller. Seven teens are stranded during a trip in the mountains cut off from civilisation and hunted by an unknown killer who wants them dead Maggie Atkins will never forget what happened in that cave ten years ago when she and six other elementary school kids were kidnapped by their bus driver and kept captive. She will never forget that her friends left her alone to escape, or the image of her kidnapper falling to his death, but she has done her best to put the ordeal behind her and move on. Her past catches up with her when she's forced to go on a school trip to the mountains with the very same people who abandoned her, and only a stone's throw away from the scene of her kidnapping. She's determined to suck it up and get through it, though, since it's only one night of her life. But then a brutal storm changes everything and separates her group from their chaperone. With no phones and a limited food supply, the group strategises how they can survive the elements and make it back to safety. Then they realise there is someone else on the mountain. Someone who knows what really happened all those years ago. Someone who wants them dead and is willing to take them out one by one. Maggie thought she'd already survived the worst thing she would ever go through she was wrong. Kirsty McKays proven talent for crafting intense narratives shines once again in this tense survival thriller for YA readers, resulting in an unputdownable read for thriller enthusiasts. Tropes Young Adult Thriller Suspense Mystery Survival Thriller Stranded Group Autorid: Kirsty McKay

In eight unflinching and stunningly crafted stories, Kanza Javed unspools the lives of characters desperately trying to forge a path for themselves on the margins of society. An addict teaches his young son to shoot feral dogs on the streets of Lahore. A Christian nurse gets drawn into a plan to trap the ghost of her patients former lover. A Pakistani student in a small Appalachian town grapples with a startling act of violence that shatters her illusions of safety and freedom. A lonely wife, trapped indoors by a harsh winter, becomes increasingly obsessed with a cloth worry doll left behind by a previous tenant. Written with keen psychological insight and remarkable empathy, these stories reach across divides of class, gender and religion as Javed deftly examines questions of identity and agency, belonging and loss. What Remains After a Fire is a moving portrayal of fiercely resilient characters who desire more than what their circumstances can offer themand what these desires ultimately cost them. Autorid: Kanza Javed

Can nature be given rights? As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, ecosystems are collapsing, and the planet’s future hangs in the balance. Our legal systems have treated nature for centuries as something to be owned and exploited, but a bold new movement is challenging this paradigm. In The Forest Fights Back, Jessica den Outer explores a groundbreaking global movement—Rights of Nature—taking on the legal system to recognize the rights of rivers, forests, and mountains to exist, flourish, and sustain their ecological balance. From the fight for the Whanganui River in New Zealand to the battle for Spain’s Mar Menor lagoon, den Outer highlights the campaigns led by grassroots communities, telling stories of determination and legal ingenuity. This movement goes beyond law. It represents a cultural shift that could reshape how we live, think, coexist, and advocate for nature. Autorid: Jessica den Outer

An inspirational manifesto of innovative pre-fab solutions to the urgent housing problems around the world from a progressive young practice. A manifesto for a new age of architecture, Plugin House is a guide to the innovative, sustainable and community-driven solutions to the global housing crisis. Challenging conventional architectural practices, the book champions the prefabricated house as an affordable and practical way to address homelessness, housing scarcity or gentrification. An empowering model for small studios and self-builders worldwide, Plugin House proposes an architectural revolution through houses that can be built quickly with limited tools and experience. The book presents a diverse array of Plugin House projects by international architecture studio Peoples Architecture Office (PAO), brought to life by photography of these structures in situ. Located in China and the US, the projects shine a spotlight on the shared issues underlying the global housing crisis and the transformative ideas that can be replicated or adapted to different contexts around the world. Insights into barriers to accessible housing and potential ways to overcome them are revealed through personal stories, each its own mini graphic novel. Illustrated assembly manuals reveal how Plugin Houses are put together, and a comprehensive atlas of each Plugin House to date details their design and construction. A visually striking and inspiring handbook, Plugin House boldly paints a vivid picture of a new architectural paradigm, igniting a call to action for architects and urban planners worldwide. Autorid: People's Architecture Office

'Witty and innovative' - GUARDIAN 'Riveting and refreshingly original' - SOPHIE HANNAH 'The smart, sassy crime caper of the year' - JANICE HALLETT Time heals all wounds. Except blunt force trauma. Vivian Slade is a cautionary tale. The wrong side of thirty, she's no longer the life and soul of the party - she's a party of one. But she's determined to turn over a new leaf, even if that means going to a family gathering where everyone hates her. Turns out, someone really hates her - enough to push her off a balcony to a very messy end. But then Vivian wakes up! Only to be murdered again. And again. Stuck in a baffling time loop, Vivian's only ally is a sleep-deprived waiter who just wants to finish his shift. Will Vivian be able to solve her own murder? Only time will tell... 'The perfect blend of bathos and pathos' - HARRIET TYCE 'A time-loop whodunnit that truly kills' - LESLEY KARA 'Sharp, funny and well observed' - LAURA MARSHALL Autorid: Caroline Hulse