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Bonkers dilemmas that can be solved with science and a bunch of brilliant chemistry experiments. Survive at sea with pirates! Carry a dinosaur egg across the jungle! Send secret messages! Make diamonds from pencils! Explore a bunch of ridiculous (and not-so-ridiculous) dilemmas with solutions from the astonishing world of chemistry. Sounds unbelievable? Test the science for yourself, with easy-to-follow experiments throughout! What are you waiting for? Lets become millionaires! Written by bestselling and award-winning author Swapna Haddow, with brilliantly funny colour illustrations from award-winning illustrator Jess Bradley. BOOK 1 OUT NOW: How to Save Your Granny From a Runaway Train (physics) COMING SOON: How to Stop a T. rex From Eating Your Socks (biology) Experiments in How to Make Diamonds From Your Pencils: Secret Messages Exploding rocket Chromatography detective Instant ice cream Static electricity Whole egg in a bottle Salt crystals pH indicator Green pennies Shiny pennies Collapse a bottle Chocolate crispy treats Oobleck Eco Plastic' Slime Autorid: Swapna Haddow, Jess Bradley

Transform your knitting with a collection of 20 beautiful stranded colorwork knitting patterns. Whether you're brand new to stranded colorwork or looking to deepen your skills, Colorwork Knitting From Head to Toe, offers 20 thoughtfully designed patterns for hats, cowls, mittens, and socks. Each project and pattern design is inspired by a location that holds special meaning for designer Carmen Jorissen of New Leaf Designs, to create a vibrant, and inviting set of projects. Begin with simpler patterns like hats, and build your confidence toward more intricate mittens, all while learning techniques that are clearly explained and supported by video tutorials accessed through an included QR code. Jorissens trademark eye for color makes each design pop and helps you build your own skill at combining shades in bold and effective ways. 20 modern accessory patterns using stranded colorwork techniques Projects range from beginner-friendly hats to more advanced mittens Video support for techniques via scannable QR codes Explore meaningful patterns, expand your skills, and create accessories youll love to wear or gift. Autorid: Carmen Jorissen

Unlock a world of creativity with ENCHANTED, a stunning coloring book that invites you to immerse yourself in over 70 exquisite illustrations.Leave the stress of everyday life behind you with this magical escape. From whimsical windmills and blooming wildflowers to cascading waterfalls and hidden wishing wells, every page is brought to life with intricate detail and inspires both creativity and relaxation. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or picking up colored pencils for the first time, this book is the perfect canvas for self-expression. Tailor each illustration to your personal vision, creating masterpieces uniquely yours.This coloring book is:Perfect for all skill levels, with pages thoughtfully designed to provide the right balance of challenge and funAn ideal gift for nature enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone seeking a relaxing outletDesigned to impress with an elegant collection of beautiful scenesPrinted on high-quality paper, so your art won’t bleed throughCreate something truly magical with ENCHANTED. Your next artistic adventure starts here. Unlock a world of creativity with ENCHANTED, a stunning coloring book that invites you to immerse yourself in over 70 exquisite illustrations. Autorid: Editors of Cider Mill Press

Inspired by the indomitable spirit of Audrey Hepburn, this gripping story follows two extraordinary sisters as they reunite after World War II, embarking on a journey of justice, survival, and secrets amid the backdrop of the Red Scare in Hollywood.A new name, a new country, and a coveted title as Hollywood's newest rising star: by 1946, actress Ada Worthington-Fox has discarded the life she left in war-torn Arnhem, where she worked for the Dutch resistance before Gestapo imprisonment prompted her to flee after release. But that life is thrust back into the spotlight when Ingrid--the sister she believed dead--shows up on her doorstep.Politically-minded Ingrid escaped the Nazi invasion of Arnhem and fled to Washington, DC, where she became a private investigator. Now, she has been sent to root out Communist influences in Hollywood. Her target: Ada Worthington-Fox, the sister she long thought lost to her. Ingrid must hide her true purpose as she shields Ada from sneaky reporters, damaging rumors, and increasing threats, all while fighting to uncover which side her sister is truly on before Ingrid's efforts to help her are too late.Yet, Ada has her own mission: locating the Gestapo agent who terrorized her hometown and bringing him to justice. But delving into her past would risk alerting the press to a life too personal to expose. As the rising fear of Communism threatens everyone, she turns to her sister, believing Ingrid's ties to Washington may be her only hope for success.But the connections between Ada's elusive Nazi and Ingrid's Communist witch hunt might be stronger than they realize. Both sisters share the darkest secret of all, one that risks their very lives if ever exposed. As they come closer to identifying Ada's target and as Ingrid's investigation intensifies, they will need to decide what is more important: justice or safety, keeping silent or taking a stand, and, above all, if their loyalty to one another is worth risking the post-war lives they've fought to build.A thrilling historical novel that transports readers from the shadows of the Dutch resistance to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Uncover the captivating tale of two extraordinary sisters in The Star Society, a thrilling historical novel inspired by the indomitable spirit of Audrey Hepburn that transports readers from the shadows of the Dutch Resistance to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. Autorid: Gabriella Saab

Western Europe 2025–2026 provides historical background on Western Europe to help readers gain a thorough understanding of contemporary developments in this region. The World Today Series: Western Europe 2025–2026 provides historical background on Western Europe to help readers gain a thorough understanding of contemporary developments in this region. Broad introductory chapters are followed by sections on each country in the region. The combination of factual accuracy and up-to-date detail make this an outstanding resource for researchers, practitioners in international development, media professionals, government officials, potential investors, and students to understand the immediate background of contemporary developments. Autorid: Bojka Djukanovic

A richly illustrated tarot deck by Four Winds founder Alberto Villoldo, combining traditional tarot archetypes with the sacred symbols present in one of the world’s most ancient wisdom traditions—shamanism.Before the dawn of time, before space and galaxies were formed, there were the sacred symbols. Then, the sages read the signs of destiny in the sacred symbols and heard the voice of spirit in the wind. Now, those symbols have been lost to many of us—but not the sages from the Andes and the Amazon, cartographers of the invisible world. Here, those symbols are brought to life within the tarot. Each card is infused with rich imagery drawn from these ancient cultures and inspired by both the tarot of Marseilles and the Rider-Waite-Smith tarot.By working with this deck, you can turn chaos into cosmos, find beauty and harmony in creation, and embrace your feelings and experiences, allowing them to flow through you rather than holding you captive. Through this journey, you will discover the teachings the Universe offers and transform them into wisdom-bliss, empowering you to become a co-creator with Spirit. As you learn the language of the sacred symbols, you will cultivate a deeper understanding of your potential and how to dance harmoniously with the unseen forces that shape your reality. Autorid: Alberto Villoldo, Patricia Gift

A hilarious send-up of the art world’s patriarchyThe history of twentieth century art is filled with men, but one key component has always been missing: Which of these men are boneable? And which are not? Jessica Campbell has created the definitive resource on this very important subject in a hilarious rundown of male artist hotness and notness.From its cheeky scratch-off cover and curator’s statement, MFA docent Campbell introduces the masters of the fine art world with an irreverent overview of their practice, only to quickly get to the point on the next page with a HOT or a NOT. Would Campbell kick Cy Twombly out of bed? Probably not. How about Paul Gauguin? Most definitely.A silly but stinging rebuttal of male chauvinism, Jessica Campbell’s Hot Or Not is a delightful, cheeky exclamation of female desire and utter lack thereof. Autorid: Jessica Campbell

This book details the operations of the USAAF's overlooked Fifteenth Fighter Command that protected the bombers during the campaign against the Romanian oil fields in World War II.Formed in the fall of 1943, the Fifteenth Air Force was popularly known as the “The Forgotten Fifteenth,” as its achievements were overshadowed by more glamorous exploits of the Eighth Air Force in the air war over Germany. Nevertheless, the Fifteenth's contribution to Allied victory was crucial, and a vital part of that was the role played by the escorting fighter groups from the Fifteenth Fighter Command who protected the B-17s and B-24s from the Luftwaffe in the skies over Romania.In this new history of the campaign, renowned aviation historian Tom Cleaver tells the story of the Fifteenth's air war through first-person accounts of the fighter pilots of the Fifteenth Fighter Command, including such famous units as the Red Tails – the Tuskegee Airmen – the 82nd Fighter Group and the 325th's “Checkertail Clan,” and with his ability to place wartime events in their greater context. This book details the operations of the USAAF's overlooked Fifteenth Fighter Command that protected the bombers during the campaign against the Romanian oil fields in World War II. Autorid: Thomas McKelvey Cleaver

An inspirational and practical guide to 25 brilliant dog-friendly holidays on the continent. An inspirational and practical guide to 25 brilliant dog-friendly holidays on the continent.Dog-friendly Europe is packed with ideas and tips to give you the confidence to take your pooch on even the most adventurous of holidays in Europe. Everything you need to know is here, such as the best places to stay, sights to visit in the area, local dishes to try and the best restaurant in which to try them – all options guaranteed to welcome you and your four-legged friend with open arms.The book features delightful destinations across France, Spain, Portugal, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Each chapter centres around one big dog-friendly 'bucket list' sight, such as visiting the vineyards of the Douro in Portugal, riding steam trains in the Harz Mountains in Germany, marvelling at Gaudi's architecture in Barcelona in Spain, or being wowed by the lavender fields in Provence, France.Dog-Friendly Europe covers everything you need to plan the logistics of your trip – transport options by car including Eurotunnel and ferries, public transport options for arrival and getting around, and the essential paperwork you need for all countries. So with Dog-friendly Europe, both you and your pup are guaranteed to have the trip of a lifetime. Autorid: Lottie Gross

Discover the Aha! moments that can shift everything in your marriage. Almost instantly.Yes, that may sound too easy, but thousands of couples have said it proved easier than they ever imagined. In Lightbulb Moments in Marriage, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs shares twelve biblically grounded truths that couples describe as Eureka moments. Paradigm shifts that helped them say, "I found it!"With over twenty-five years of experience, Dr. Eggerichs, New York Times bestselling author of Love & Respect, presents twelve powerful insights he calls lightbulb moments. These have helped countless couples break through confusion, conflict, and communication struggles.In marriage, ignorance isn't bliss. It's frustrating. Especially when you've tried everything and nothing seems to change. Maybe your marriage needs a lightbulb moment.Many couples have goodwill and genuinely want a strong, satisfying relationship, but still feel stuck. They repeat the same arguments, cycle through the same frustrations, and feel lost in the dark when it comes to moving forward. They pray, they read, they try and still feel like something's missing. Some even begin to wonder, Is it just me?That's where this book comes in.Each chapter delivers a memorable, life-giving truth couples often haven't seen before. For example:"Not Wrong, Just Different Shades of Right" A fresh lens for resolving recurring conflict that many couples overlook."My Response Is My Responsibility" A liberating realization about what frees and empowers us to influence our spouse."Not Communication, But Mutual Understanding" A reframe that clarifies what couples truly need when trying to be heard."Motivating, Not Manipulating" A powerful insight into what energizes the heart of a spouse and what silently shuts it down."Hollywood or the Holy Word?" A surprising reflection on the script we're following. Reel love or real love?Sometimes, just one lightbulb moment can change everything. The most successful couples often say these twelve biblical illuminations were the truths they wish they had known sooner.Whether you've been married five months or fifty years, this book is for you. These are not generic tips, but biblically based, creatively worded truths that stick and spark breakthrough Aha! moments almost immediately. Establish an Aha! moment in your marriage to get unstuck, love each other how God designed, and build a long-lasting, healthy relationship. Autorid: Emerson Eggerichs

Lights, camera, scream! Get ready for a pulse-pounding original graphic novel based on the hit video game, Bendy. Andi has loved horror movies her entire life, so when a job opens at her local theater, she jumps at the opportunity. Now she can see as many free horror movies as she wants. But why is she the only one working at the theater? When a batch of new teen employees show up, they start to disappear almost as quickly. This has to be some sort of joke, right? And why do these old Bendy cartoons keep playing in the empty theaters? There is something dark and inky in the basement ... and it's not the type of horror that Andi wants to see. This eye-catching and chilling original graphic novel is perfect for fans of horror movies, thrillers, terrifying games, and anyone who's ever heard anything go bump in the night. Fans won't want to miss the second in this horrifying grapic novel adaptation Packed with spine-chilling panels guaranteed Perfect for young gamers! Autorid: Dave Scheidt, Alex Arizmendi

The cowboy she never forgot Includes 3 titles! Perfect for fans of: ???? Second chance ???? Cowboy ???? Small-town romance This Kiss by Debbi Rawlins Champion bull rider Ethan Styles knows he should avoid injury before the National Finals, but riding in Blackfoot Falls' charity rodeo is worth the risk. Inviting Sophie Michaels to his room? Also worth ituntil Sophie handcuffs him to the bed and reveals shes a bounty hunter! Now that the cowboy is in her bed, will Sophie ever want to let him go? The Price of Passion by Maureen Child Wealthy rancher Camden Guthrie returns to Royal to rebuild his life and join the prestigious Texas Cattlemans Club. To gain membership, he must seek help from Beth Wingate, the woman who shattered his heart fifteen years ago. Their attraction flares as strong as ever but will long-buried secrets threaten a future with Beth all over again? Claimed by the Rancher by Jules Bennett Years apart havent diminished Nolan Elliott's desire for Pepper Manning, even knowing shes pregnant with another mans baby. With custody of her unborn baby in jeopardy, Nolan vows to give Pepper everything she wants, proposing a marriage in name only. But can the rancher keep a vow that may break his heart? Autorid: Debbi Rawlins, Maureen Child, Jules Bennett

An introductory textbook for undergraduate or beginning graduate students that integrates probability and statistics with their applications in machine learning.Most curricula have students take an undergraduate course on probability and statistics before turning to machine learning. In this innovative textbook, Ethem Alpaydin offers an alternative tack by integrating these subjects for a first course on learning from data. Alpaydin accessibly connects machine learning to its roots in probability and statistics, starting with the basics of random experiments and probabilities and eventually moving to complex topics such as artificial neural networks. With a practical emphasis and learn-by-doing approach, this unique text offers comprehensive coverage of the elements fundamental to an empirical understanding of machine learning in a data science context.Consolidates foundational knowledge and key techniques needed for modern data scienceCovers mathematical fundamentals of probability and statistics and ML basicsEmphasizes hands-on learningSuits undergraduates as well as self-learners with basic programming experienceIncludes slides, solutions, and code Autorid: Ethem Alpaydin

"An example of environmental stewardship in action ... gentle, appealingly straightforward narration sets a steady pace that reflects the storys theme of patience ... Understated and charming."Kirkus Reviews A stunning glimpse into the rich culture and traditions of the Oroqen people from the beloved creators of The Moose of Ewenki. A marvelous story about Aya, a young girl whose grandfather lives a traditional life in the mountains of northern China. He has introduced her to all the animals and plants of their region and the way of life of the Oroqen people. One morning, Ayas grandfather tells her that he will take her deep into the forest to see bearssomething she has dreamed of for a long time. So off they ride, very quietly, through the fall woods. Filled with stunning illustrations, Aya Has Never Seen a Bear is a beautiful introduction to one of the traditional peoples of China. Autorid: Gerelchimeg Blackcrane, Jiu'er, Paul Qiao, Helen Mixter

A quiet English village A shocking murder An unlikely detective Nobody liked Colonel Protheroe. So when hes found dead in the vicarage study, theres no absence of suspects in the seemingly peaceful village of St Mary Mead. In fact, Jane Marple can think of at least seven. As gossip abounds in the parlours and kitchens of the parish, everyone becomes an amateur detective. The police dismiss her as a prying busybody, but only the ingenious Miss Marple can uncover the truth Autorid: Agatha Christie, Lucy Foley

What can we learn from an ordinary life observed with extraordinary skill? In The Irish Goodbye, Beth Ann Fennelly writes of the small moments that shape a life, in the process dignifying the diminutive through the act of attention. Fennelly explores her roles as a friend, wife, mother and daughter in precise sentences. The longer essays concern Fennellys relationshipswith a beloved mother-in-law, a decades-long friendship between former college roommates, an artist who paints a series of nude portraits in Fennellys town. Interspersed between these longer memoirs are sections of flash non-fiction, a form Fennelly innovated. With dazzling verve and wit, they capture the interstitial interactionsencounters with strangers, quirky observations, unexpected flights of fancythat make up a richly lived life. With emotional clarity and nimble prose, Fennelly invites readers to share her affirming worldviewone in which even our smallest interactions are rife with possibility. Beth Ann Fennellys Heating and Cooling was praised as: A surprisingly maximalist portrait of a life. New York Times Book Review The micro-memoirs showcase a range of emotions that belies their brevitytaken from another standpoint, their brevity is what gives them power. The Wall Street Journal Autorid: Beth Ann Fennelly

"A love story spanning multiple millenniums, life-forms and variations on immortality, the book posits Victorian poetry as a weapon of empire, insists on nature's resilience in the face of genocide, and manipulates prose into something like a new language....Toward Eternity recognizes both the building and burning of bridges." -New York Times*A PARADE, LITHUB, and CHICAGO REVIEW OF BOOKS Best New Book. *An AUDIOFILE EARPHONES AWARD WINNER.Negotiating the terrain of Kazuo Ishiguro’s Klara and the Sun and Emily St. John Mandel’s Sea of Tranquility, a brilliant, haunting speculative novel from a #1 New York Times bestselling translator that sets out to answer the question: What does it mean to be human in a world where technology is quickly catching up to biology?In a near-future world, a new technological therapy is quickly eradicating cancer. The body’s cells are entirely replaced with nanites—robot or android cells which not only cure those afflicted but leaves them virtually immortal.Literary researcher Yonghun teaches an AI how to understand poetry and creates a living, thinking machine he names Panit, meaning Beloved, in honor of his husband. When Yonghun—himself a recipient of nanotherapy—mysteriously vanishes into thin air and then just as suddenly reappears, the event raises disturbing questions. What happened to Yonghun, and though he’s returned, is he really himself anymore?When Dr. Beeko, the scientist who holds the patent to the nanotherapy technology, learns of Panit, he transfers its consciousness from the machine into an android body, giving it freedom and life. As Yonghun, Panit, and other nano humans thrive—and begin to replicate—their development will lead them to a crossroads and a choice with existential consequences.Exploring the nature of intelligence and the unexpected consequences of progress, the meaning of personhood and life, and what we really have to fear from technology and the future, Toward Eternity is a gorgeous, thought-provoking novel that challenges the notion of what makes us human—and how love survives even the end of that humanity. Autorid: Anton Hur

Innovative concepts, tools, and playbooks for discovering, defining, and taking charge of new market categories, by two of the leaders of the category design movement.The most exciting—and often most valuable—companies create, develop and win new categories of products or services. Examples range from the Zamboni company a century ago to OpenAI today. It also includes startups that you may not have heard of yet, but will as their categories take off.Category creation and development should be the goal of any company that wants to make a difference. And the way to achieve that is through the discipline of strategic category design.Kevin Maney helped introduce category design in the bestseller Play Bigger. Now, he and Mike Damphousse—an experienced CEO, investor, and marketing executive—share the secrets that they’ve learned over the past decade, plus new concepts and tools that help companies see and frame new categories. Their advisory firm has worked on strategic category design projects with more than fifty companies and guided workshops for hundreds more at incubators and VC portfolio gatherings.The Category Creation Formula reveals the processes they rely on and the truths about categories that they’ve uncovered, clearly laid out so any entrepreneur or leadership team can benefit from them, too. Autorid: Kevin Maney, Mike Damphousse

Mediterranean Dating Game Shes in deep dating waters Egyptologist Sydney would rather bury herself in work than speed date at sea. But her siblings scheming strands her on a luxury cruise for romance-seeking singles! Shes had too many disasters of the heart to count. So, Sydneys strategy? Game the system by faking a romantic entanglement with the ships billionaire owner, equally cynical Vittorio. Yet under the Italian stars the lines of their agreement blur Will Sydney run from her emotions again, or finally admit this is a love boat she doesnt want to disembark? Off Grid and Off Limits Forbidden attraction, full throttle feelings! Jilted bride Livi doesnt want to spend what would have been her wedding day with infamous F1 driver Dario. Only shes been offered an exclusive deal to write his biography. Livi is intrigued; gossip follows the gorgeous Greek wherever he goes. Yet, it isnt the exposé Livi expected It was easy for her to resist the bad boy of racing, but away from the track, the truth behind Darios drive and devil-may-care attitude puts him in pole position to win her guarded heart Includes 2 titles! Perfect for fans of: ???? Fake dating ???? Sports romance International Autorid: Scarlet Wilson, Jenni Fletcher

The Trouble with Italian Millionaires A taste of Mediterranean temptation In this A Pact Between Tycoons story, Thaleia has had enough of uncommitted men and controlling parents. Her new island life is completely her own. Until Enzo sails in on his superyacht! Her brothers best friend is a bachelor through and through. Hes also the only one who understands Thaleia's need for freedom. And for the first time, she sees the chinks in his playboy armour. The problem is the Italian millionaire isnt just kind, sexy and misunderstood, hes utterly off-limits! Falling for the Grumpy Greek Off-limits under the Grecian sun! In this A Pact Between Tycoons story, Beatrice cant believe her brother got married without telling her! In retaliation she takes a job working for the one man hes always told her to steer clear ofAlexandros Galatis. She can never quite tell if the brooding single dad likes her or loathes her. However, while shes his sons nanny, shell match his grumpy with her sunshine. Soon Alexandros start to softenand this version of him has Beatrice feeling everything she shouldntbut oh-so-desperately wants to! Includes 2 titles! Perfect for fans of: ???? Best friends sister Grumpy/sunshine ???? Forced proximity Autorid: Karin Baine, Suzanne Merchant

For fans of Ruby Dixon comes a steamy monster romance from S. E. Wendel, following a museum worker who gets the shock of a lifetime when one of the (very attractive) gargoyle statues in an exhibit comes to life and claims her as his mate... A gargoyle warrior unprepared for the modern world Fifteen hundred years ago, Frey and all his kind were cursed by the vicious fae queen, their magick stolen and their bodies rendered stone. It has been a hellish existence, frozen in time as the world changes around them. A proud warrior, Frey rages against his stone prison, but with every year that passes, hope slips away that the curse can ever be broken. That is, until he and some of his kin are placed in an odd little museum. And she walks through the door. A modern woman not ready for a medieval male Anna Kincaid has struggled most of her life, but shes finally landed a job that will help her get ahead. It feels too good to be truefull healthcare and helping manage a museum full of exquisite artifacts? Her heart and history degree are thrilled, but something about the museum is.strange. The owners are a mysterious couple who call the collection the clan. And the collection iswell, monstrous. Huge, savage-looking statues from the late-Celtic period. Magick stolen can be reclaimed, and curses cast can be broken When the museum is stormed by masked commandos one night, it isnt even the weirdest thing to happen. No, that has to be when one of the statues comes alive to save her. Or when he flies off with her. Or when he tucks her into his big body and growls mate. Monster romance fans looking for their next read will love this sensitive and sexy love story that is packed with all of their favorite tropes: fated mates he falls first close proximity moody winged hero fish out of water medieval meets modern hurt/comfort Autorid: S.E. Wendel

Three old friends. Three Greek islands. Three big secrets A Greek Island idyll with shades of Mamma Mia! and Shirley Valentine' Julie Caplin, bestselling author Sofia, Maddie and Charlotte are sixty, sexy and ready for a Greek Odyssey! To celebrate five decades of friendship, they are headed off for three weeks of Greek island hopping, soaking up the sun on sparkling beaches and chasing adventure. From the outside, they havent a care in the world; three still gorgeous women on holiday together in the Mediterranean sun. But each one is holding onto something they dont want their friends, or the rest of the world, to know. It was always going to be a trip theyll never forget, but perhaps not for the reasons they expect This is a standalone a brand new story with new characters, and readers do not need to have read Still Got It to read this gorgeous new title in The Greek Getaways Collection! Praise for Claire Carver: 'The banter? Hilarious. The chemistry? Off the charts. And the heartwarming moments? Perfection.' 'Drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked just the right balance of heart and humor' 'Made me want to go island hopping. Just read and escape.' 'So much fun seeing ladies not be counted out at a certain age!' 'An uplifting read sun, sea, happiness and food' 'Wow! What a fun and spicy story! 'I love that all the women had been friends for decades. I can see a lot book clubs using this book' 'Brimming with warmth, humour and heart, a life-affirming story wrapped in the irresistible beauty of Greece Isabelle Broom, bestselling author 'Full of fun, friendship and feel-good Eva Glyn, bestselling author 'A gorgeous second-chance love story' Fabulous magazine 'A touching and bubbly romance' Woman's Own 'A joyful celebration of reinventionuplifting and empowering' Woman's Weekly Warm, witty a feel-good reminder that its truly never too late to begin again Woman Autorid: Claire Carver

Someone's not playing by the rules The book club may have the clue to a murder The reading group at Norcesters specialist crime bookshop adore a cosy whodunnit. So they are delighted to find themselves guests of honour at a remote country house for the weekend, to inspect the extensive library of Lord and Lady Verity. When one of the staff plunges to their death from the tower, and a snowstorm cuts the manor off from the outside world, the amateur sleuths must use everything theyve learned from their favourite detective stories to identify potential suspects, weapons and locations. But can they uncover the clues before the game-playing killer strikes again? Part of The Cosy Crime Club series, but each title contains a brand new mystery, and can be read as a standalone. Praise for M.R.G. Davies: 'This talented author has written a page turner. Curl up with a warm cozy blanket and become lost in this story' 'The devoted superfans of murder mysteries find themselves sleuthing for real Excellent' 'A must-have for cozy crime fans' 'The perfect cosy murder mystery to curl up in front of the fire with' 'A really exciting story with very likeable characters' 'M.R.G. Davies does it again!' 'A cosy, clever read' 'The author combined cozy mysteries and beloved board games, two of my favorite things. So fun!' 'The characters are well developed and the writer makes it fun to unravel the mystery right along with them' 'I found myself wanting to keep going until the end instead of pausing to sleep!' Autorid: M. R. G. Davies

An impactful approach to teaching assessment that boosts teaching practice while ensuring student success More effective learning goes hand-in-hand with a commitment to instructional excellence, but institutional approaches to instructor evaluation often fall short in assessing quality. In Transforming College Teaching Evaluation, Ann E. Austin, Noah D. Finkelstein, Andrea Follmer Greenhoot, Doug Ward, and Gabriela Cornejo Weaver propose a thorough reform of teaching evaluation that strengthens teaching and learning processes, enriches faculty practice, and enhances the institutional culture of teaching and learning for long-term success. This work understands that the academic department is the basic unit of change in a college and to truly transform teaching evaluation, department-level, college-level, and central institutional efforts must link together to drive reform. Leveraging data from the seven-year TEval study conducted at University of Colorado Boulder, University of Kansas, and University of Massachusetts, Amherst, the authors introduce a model for high-quality teaching evaluation that considers seven dimensions of educational practice, spanning the full array of teaching activities inside and out of the classroom. This framework incorporates a constellation of evaluative tools and data, such as faculty self-report, external reviews, and student surveys, and different approaches to evaluation that leaders can adapt to institutional needs. For administrators and educators seeking to advance modern teaching practices and fair teaching evaluation, this book provides a robust plan for reorienting the faculty reward system toward excellence. An impactful approach to teaching assessment that boosts teaching practice while ensuring student success Autorid: Ann E. Austin, Noah D. Finkelstein, Andrea Follmer Greenhoot, Doug Ward, Gabriela Cornejo Weaver, Lynn Pasquerella

'Full of warmth, fun and feel-good factor' #1 Sunday Times Bestseller Katie Fforde We regret to inform you of the passing of your great-aunt, Matilda Hartley. As the sole beneficiary of her estate, you have inherited her business, No. 17 Curiosity Lane, Puffin Island Music journalist Fern Talbot has just inherited a dusty antique shop from a woman she never knew. Her plan is simple: get in, sell it, and get out. But when she discovers that her charming lodger, Daniel, is her train ride meet-cute, and a tantalising mystery wrapped up in a vintage wedding dress demands to be solved, Puffin Island quickly captures this devoted city girls heart Each gorgeous title in the Puffin Island series can be read as a standalone. Why readers adore No. 17 Curiosity Lane: 'I read this in practically one sitting I didnt want to put it down' 'I just wanted to keep turning the pages The best' A delight to read, it leaves you smiling' Such a heartwarming read' 'I finished it with a big smile, and a serious urge to move to Puffin Island' Will stay with you long after you turn the last page' 'Christie creates a community which you really want to be a part of. I want to live on the island!' 'Christie creates a community which you really want to be a part of. I want to live on the island!' Autorid: Christie Barlow

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of THE NEST, a stunning new novel about adultery, first love and other family secrets 'Sparkling a joyful classic in the making' JENNY JACKSON, New York Times bestselling author of Pineapple Street 'I could not put it down!' SHELBY VAN PELT, author of Remarkably Bright Creatures Its 1977 and an air of restlessness has settled on the residents of Cambridge Road in Rochester, New York. When Nina Larkin is given a copy of The Joy of Sex by her newly divorced friend, she can no longer dismiss the nearly non-existent intimacy of her marriage. Just as her oldest child, Clara, is falling in love for the first time, Nina finds herself longing for the forbidden: a midlife awakening. An intoxicating fling with a neighbour brings Nina a freedom she never thought possiblebut also risks the reputations of both families and unravels Claras world, just as she stands on the threshold of adulthood. Years later Clara, now a successful food stylist in New York City, has never been able to move past the long-ago scandal. Drawn back home by the pull of a family wedding and wrestling with her own demons, she makes a pivotal decision that turns her life upside down. Written with Cynthia DAprix Sweeneys signature humour and insight, LAKE EFFECT is a wise and probing look at love and desire, mothers and daughters, loss and grief, and what we owe the people we love most. Autorid: Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney

Travel through each of the Four Nations in the footsteps of Team Avatar, discovering behind-the-scenes insights about the beloved animated series along the way! This immersive gift set includes twelve exciting, high-quality collectibleslike stickers, keychains, buttons, and in-world jewelry piecesthat bring the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender to life. 12 AUTHENTIC COLLECTIBLES: Includes a dozen officially licensed artifacts inspired by the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender, such as stickers, keychains, buttons, and jewelry. STUNNING ART AND IMAGES: Gorgeous illustrations of classic scenes bring the characters and the Four Nations vividly to life. OFFICIALLY LICENSED: Created in collaboration with Nickelodeon for fans of all ages. BEHIND-THE-SCENES FACTS: Packed with fascinating insights, trivia, and stories from the making of the series. Autorid: Insight Editions

With charming watercolour artwork and witty, soulful captions, Its a Tough Job Being a Dog reminds us that behind every lick is plenty of hard-earned love. In this tender and whimsical tribute to the quiet heroes in our homes, Iain Welch invites readers into the delightful world of his beloved canine characters. From the quiet nobility of guarding the sofa to the daily drama of squirrels and surviving terrifying vacuum monsters, these dogs face lifes ups and downs with unwavering heart and wagging tails. Perfect for dog lovers of all ages, this collection reminds us that while being a dog isnt always easy, its always filled with love, loyalty and the occasional muddy pawprint. These charming stories, brought to life with delightful art, prove that being mans best friend is no walk in the park. Autorid: Iain Welch

Big Cat Story Talk is a research-informed language programme that places books at the heart of every session. Using a series of lively wordless picture books, the programme builds vocabulary, improves language and communication and increases social and emotional wellbeing through quality interactions and rich child-led book talk. Leo and his mum take a trip to town to buy him a ball for a trip to the park but along the way he loses it. Will he ever get it back? Themes: shopping, park, family, friendships, emotions, play, losing something The Big Cat Story Talk programme includes online training, videos and resources to assist with classroom implementation, delivery and engagement. Autorid: Clare Fennell

From unicorn mazes in enchanted woods and crystal caves, to spotting differences and completing dot-to-dots, children will enjoy all kinds of unicorn-themed activities in this gorgeously illustrated book. There are also step-by-step unicorns to draw, pictures to colour and magical scenes to complete with the stickers provided. Eight sheets of press-out activities include stand-up unicorn figures, masks and dangling decorations to make, a double-sided jigsaw puzzle to solve and matching games to play. Autorid: Kirsteen Robson, Christine Sheldon

Discover what's at the bottom of the sea, who can dive the deepest, how the Moon makes the sea move, where big waves come from and so much more. The secrets of the sea are delightfully revealed in this young flap book, perfect for little fingers and curious minds. Autorid: Katie Daynes, Hannah Abbo

What if the path to a meaningful life isn't about what happens to you, but how you respond?Learn to master your mindset when it matters most. The Stoic Habit offers a practical pathway to developing the strength of character needed to handle any of life's challenges with wisdom and purpose.For centuries, the greatest minds faced obstacles just like ours. From Marcus Aurelius's Meditations written amid war and plague, to Epictetus's teachings on personal freedom despite being born into slavery, to Musonius Rufus's practical lessons on ethical living—these ancient guides offer profound insights for today's challenges. Their wisdom isn't confined to philosophy classrooms but comes alive in the arena of daily life.This isn't another self-help book filled with quick fixes and empty promises. Instead, it's a practical framework for developing wisdom, mental strength, emotional intelligence, and unshakeable character through daily habits and proven practices.Master the mindset for handling life's most challenging moments:Find lasting calm and resilience through time-tested wisdom.Gain clarity and control over your emotions and responses to stress.Turn any obstacle into an opportunity for growth and learning.Create a life of purpose, deeply aligned with your highest values.Build authentic relationships through principled action and trust.Through small, deliberate actions, you'll discover how to build the mental strength and character needed to handle anything life presents. The Stoic Habit reveals how one fundamental practice---the conscious choice to pursue the good in our responses to life---can transform any challenge into an opportunity. Drawing from ancient wisdom---Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus---this guide provides a framework for building the mental strength and character needed to handle anything life presents. Autorid: Bob Robinson

Celebrate your child's arrival with this special board book that can be enjoyed by families formed in different ways, including pregnancy, adoption, and fostering! Every excited parent experiences the desire and the wait that comes before a little one enters their lives, and You're My Dream Come True offers a sweet opportunity to show your kid how much you love them--and loved them long before your eyes first met. Hoping and waiting for a child, preparing a special place for them, and feeling the tremendous joy that comes with their arrival--these moments are experienced by families everywhere, no matter how they came to be. Share these memories and special moments with your child as you read the touching message of You're My Dream Come True.Written in rhyme and wrapped in a brand-new cover that highlights the parent-child bond, this board bookis for ages 0 to 4;features adorable animals enjoying the special way God brought them together as a family;includes various parent and child animal groupings--those of similar colors, different colors, and different species--which helps different types of families see themselves within these pages; andis a great purchase for baby showers, Mother's Day, adoption parties, or for anyone expecting a child's arrival.Your child will love snuggling up in the security of your arms to hear how they were loved and prayed for even before they were born. Celebrate your child's arrival with this special book that can be enjoyed by families formed in different ways, including pregnancy, adoption, and fostering! Every excited parent experiences the desire and wait that comes before a child arrives. You're My Dream Come True will show your kid how much you love them--and loved them long before you met. Autorid: Jean Fischer, Frank Endersby

Handy little full colour map of Northern Ireland. Main features of this map include: Clear mapping Main tourist attractions located and described Ideal for touring with sights, places to stay, cafe/restaurant, golf courses, things to do all on the map Essential travel information Index to places of interest and place names Flat map measures 560 x 720 mm Essential for those planning a trip around Northern Ireland. Autorid: Collins Maps

Explore Ireland with this handy, full colour map. Handy little full colour map of Ireland at an excellent price. It is double-sided, with the south of Ireland up to and including Dublin on one side, and from Dublin northwards on the other. Ideal for the pocket, bag or glovebox of the car. This map includes: All the latest road changes Places of interest Ferry routes Speed enforcement zones and safety camera locations Scale: 1:470,000 7.5 miles to 1 inch Autorid: Collins Maps

A comprehensive guide to lawn care: the one-stop-shop to cut through the noise, giving you the confidence to create a thriving lawn. With more and more of us wishing to really understand our gardens and make the most of our outdoor space, seasoned lawn experts Luke and Marc are on hand. This accessible handbook helps you get started with essential equipment and how-to guides for each season, ensuring your lawn always looks its best. Tackle common garden issues, from stubborn weeds and patchiness to pets and pests and debunk the most pervasive lawn care myths. As founders of So & Mo, Luke and Marc have over 30 years of lawn experience between them and have worked on everything from gorgeous private golf greens and tennis courts to petite residential lawns in need of a helping hand. So, theres no need to spend a fortune on grass care products or struggle through mountains of conflicting advice. With this comprehensive practical guide, youll find everything you need to care for and perfect your lawn, so it can become the starring highlight of your garden. Includes: The Grass Plant Lawn Construction Mowing Seasonal Maintenance Nutrition & Feeding Common Problems Weeds Diseases Garden Pests Environmental Impact Tool Shed Autorid: Luke Taylor, Marc Kerr

Jake has fallen head over heels for Dandelion. The only problem? Dandelion is dead. PICKED AS A BOOK TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2026 BY ELLE, VOGUE, COSMOPOLITAN, STYLIST, GOOD HOUSEKEEPING AND WOMEN.COM 'Unputdownable' COSMOPOLITAN 'One to watch' ELLE 'A literary entrance worth noting' WOMEN.COM 'I tore through it; as hilarious as it is heartfelt' CLAIRE DAVERLEY 'Fans of Dolly Alderton and Nora Ephron will eat this up' LAURA HANKIN 'Breathtakingly original' CLARE LESLIE HALL Dazzlingly funny and devastating and life-affirming ELLA BERMAN 'A funny book about grief, an honest book about lying' JENNY JACKSON 'A blazing firework of a novel' MORGAN DICK 'A book as compulsive as Dandelion Is Dead has no business being this psychologically astute, this emotionally complex, this genuinely hot One of the fiction debuts of the year' EMMA FORREST Seven months after Dandelions death, Poppy resurrects her sisters phone and finds a message from a man on a dating app. Jake. Dandelion delighted in bad behaviour. She pushed Poppy to be daring. So, on what would have been her 40th birthday, Poppy decides to do something her sister would love, and for one night only she goes on a date as Dandelion. Only when Poppy meets Jake, they have unexpected chemistry. Thrillingly hot, confusing chemistry. They become tangled in deceit while discovering something shockingly real. What happens when you fall in love with a lie? As a precarious dare spirals somewhere altogether more unexpected, Dandelion is Dead becomes a love story, a ballad of sisterhood and an ode to bad behaviour. 'Almost made me redownload Hinge for the plot' ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY 'This tale of both romantic and sisterly love seamlessly combines humor and heartbreak' PEOPLE 'If youre a fan of messy, character-driven conflict in contemporary fiction, Dandelion Is Dead is for you this book read like an indie movie: A little raw, a little quirky, with lots of heart' READER'S DIGEST 'The novel is as lively and vibrant as its titular character is dead' BOOK REPORTER Autorid: Rosie Storey

All Naya and Jake want is their own home. That's not too much to ask, right? 'Shot with dark humour an unexpected but highly relatable story that captures the housing crisis in all its messiness' Stylist A wildly original, darkly funny love story about desperation, house prices, and making terrible decisions together. Most Wanted is criminally good Steve Jones 'Most Wanted somehow makes the headache of first-time home ownership a gripping, pacy and funny story, loaded with twists and turns that keep you guessing right up to that gut punch ending. I loved it' Dawn O'Porter ***** All Naya and Jake want is their own home. An island in the kitchen. A wine cooler, maybe Nothing fancy really. With artisanal coffee shops and microbreweries popping up on every corner, prices are skyrocketing. And as Jake and Naya tour property after property, one thing becomes clear: unless they want to share their home with black mould, they need to find a way to make the market crash. And fast. Theres only one thing for it: they're going to have to take matters into their own hands. But how far are they willing to go? ***** Fresh, original and absolutely brimming with energy. One of the very best crime capers Ive read in a LONG time Jonathan Whitelaw 'The protagonists' desperation for affordable housing is completely relatable for anyone who has tried to buy a house this century. This book was quick, funny, and captured the very real financial struggles of the moment' Tasha Coryell A brilliantly funny and twisty thriller. As dark as it is hilarious, with relatable characters that you really care about, this book really delves into the dark world of gentrification and property while still being a wonderfully entertaining ride of a book Kate Weston I tore through this hilarious, twisty and poignant story of two people desperate for a home of their own. It's a must read for anyone who's ever bought a property or dreamt about doing so. A fabulous takedown of our national obsession with home ownership. Lauren Schott 'A deliciously fresh take on the housing market, terrific fun' Ian Moore Autorid: Andi Osho

Explore Scotland with easy-to-read mapping from Collins. Full-color map of Scotland at 8.7 miles to 1 inch, with clear road network and administrative areas shown in color. The map covers the whole of Scotland and part of Northern England conveniently on one side and is ideal for reference or route planning. The map shows the road network in detail for easy route planning and has easily identifiable local council areas and boundaries. The main features of this road map are: Fully updated Administrative areas shown in color Clear, detailed road network and road distances Town and city names, rivers and canals are clearly shown 7 city/town center street plans showing places of interest Index to place names Mileage chart Car ferry routes Key in English, French and German Autorid: Collins Maps

Explore Ireland with easy-to-read mapping from Collins. Full-colour map of Ireland at 9 miles to 1 inch (1:570,240), with clear, detailed road network and counties and new administrative areas shown in colour. This double-sided map covers the whole of Ireland, and is ideal for reference or route planning. This map of Ireland shows the road network in detail. It is ideal for business users, with colouring of local council areas, but it is also perfect for tourists as a route planning map. Main features include: Fully updated New administrative areas shown in colour Clear, detailed road network Town and city names, rivers, lakes, spot heights, railway lines and canals are clearly shown City/town centre street plans of Belfast, Cork, Dublin, Dún Laoghaire, Galway, Limerick, Londonderry/Derry and Waterford showing places of interest Full index to place names Mileage chart Car ferry routes Key in English, French and German Area of coverage Covers the whole of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland Autorid: Collins Maps

Explore Britain with easy-to-read mapping from Collins. Full-colour, double-sided road map of Great Britain at a scale of 8.7 miles to 1 inch. Northern England, Scotland and the Isle of Man are on one side with Southern England and Wales on the other. With its easily identifiable counties and unitary authorities, this map is ideal for business users but it is also perfect for tourists for route planning. Main features: Fully updated Counties and local council areas shown in colour Clear, detailed road network Town and city names, rivers and canals are clearly shown 16 city/town centre street plans Index to place names Mileage chart Car ferry routes Key in English, French and German Now includes dual Welsh / English names for Welsh locations, for example, Caerdydd / Cardiff Autorid: Collins Maps

A gorgeous story full of emotion and a very special library. Evie Woods on The Memory Library Sometimes the last page is just the beginning At fifty-four, Erin McRae feels like shes living in the margins of her own story. Her son is preparing to fly the nest, and the rent increase on the café she loves to run means shes going to have to close up shop. Her greatest escape is the mismatched book club she founded, bound together by one unusual rule: they choose their next book based solely on the last page. But when the book club discusses what their own last pages might say, Erin and her fellow members begin to see their own lives in unexpected ways. As the clubs discussions grow deeper, long-buried secrets surface, old wounds start to heal and romance leaps off the page. With The Bookmark under threat of closure, Erin must ask herself: can she write herself a happier story? A heartwarming novel about friendship, second chances, and the surprising ways stories shape our lives, perfect for lovers of Evie Woods, Sally Page, and Pip Williams. Readers and authors have fallen in love with Kate Storey: A gorgeous story full of emotion and a very special library. Evie Woods, bestselling author of The Lost Bookshop 'A lovely story that celebrates books, family and kindness. Touching and beautiful.' Hazel Prior on The Memory Library Beautiful and emotional Sue Moorcroft on The Forgotten Book Club 'An absolute joy to read. Uplifting, beautiful, and perfect for any book lovers!' Reader review, 'The Memory Library delivers on its promise of hope, friendship and second chances. It's a love letter to the written word.' Reader review, 'The Memory Library is so joyful. Kate Storey writes from the heart and the gut about mistakes and how we can learn from them. Great characters and a truly heartwarming story I loved it!' Laura Pearson, author of #1 Kindle bestseller The Last List of Mabel Beaumont A powerful and poignant story. There were tears shed. Reader review, A gorgeous novel that pairs my (and many peoples) perennial love for books about books with themes of family and just how complex they can be.' Platinum I laughed out loud and had more than one glassy eye! Reader review, 'An utterly gorgeous page turner about the power of books, family and forgiveness.' Phaedra Patrick, The Library of Lost and Found A real treasure for booklovers everywhere who completely appreciate the joy, knowledge and healing that books can bring. Reader review, The Memory Library is a magical storyIts a magnificent celebration of the wonderful world of books and libraries one to treasure and re-read over and over again! Celia Anderson, author of USA Today bestseller 59 Memory Lane Theres page after page of wonderful wisdom in this novel. Reader review, A beautiful, poignant tale of family, friendship and the power of books. I was completely swept away. Kindle bestseller Annie Lyons Autorid: Kate Storey