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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer L. Armentrout comes book two in her Flesh and Fire series…<BR> <BR><BR>The only one who can save Sera now is the one she spent her life planning to kill.<BR> <BR> The truth about Sera’s plan is out, shattering the fragile trust forged between her and Nyktos. Surrounded by those distrustful of her, all Sera has is her duty. She will do anything to end Kolis, the false King of Gods, and his tyrannical rule of Iliseeum, thus stopping the threat he poses to the mortal realm.<BR> <BR> Nyktos has a plan, though, and as they work together, the last thing they need is the undeniable, scorching passion that continues to ignite between them. Sera cannot afford to fall for the tortured Primal, not when a life no longer bound to a destiny she never wanted is more attainable than ever. But memories of their shared pleasure and unrivaled desire are a siren’s call impossible to resist.<BR> <BR> And as Sera begins to realize that she wants to be more than a Consort in name only, the danger surrounding them intensifies. The attacks on the Shadowlands are increasing, and when Kolis summons them to Court, a whole new risk becomes apparent. The Primal power of Life is growing inside her, pushing her closer to the end of her Culling. And without Nyktos’s love—an emotion he’s incapable of feeling—she won’t survive her Ascension. That is if she even makes it to her Ascension and Kolis doesn’t get to her first. Because time is running out. For both her and the realms.

In Auremark, the murdered do not lie.A body dead by another's hand can be compelled to answer three questions, once, truthfully, and only a consecrated sister of the House of Last Light can wake it. Upon that single certainty the whole realm has built its justice.For thirty years, Confessor Minoe Caul has knelt beside the murdered and paid them the truest thing she owns in exchange for their final testimony. Then she is called to a locked room where a murdered woman will not answer at all. The dead woman's three truths have already been drawn out of her and stolen, by a hand that should not exist, and folded into a hollow in the wall is her daughter: a silent child of six who hears the dead as easily as breathing.To keep the girl, Minoe must follow a trail of emptied graves out of the city and into the black marsh country, a skeptical crown's Serjeant at her side and a patient, unhurried man walking the roads ahead of her. Because the child is what he has come to collect. And the one truth the whole world leans upon is about to be proven a lie.A Light Left Burning is the first novel of Three Confessions, a dark, literary fantasy mystery about those who pay for what they take, and those who never will.

Reprint of the children's adventure novel originally published in 1887.

Peter Doherty is the last of the great rock 'n' roll stories - maybe even the best ever rock 'n' roll story. Since his band The Libertines rose to international fame, he has proved endlessly fascinating, the subject of numerous books, documentaries, magazine articles, front-page newspaper headlines and TV news reports. This, for the first time, is his version of his story.As an icon Doherty is on a par with the early Rolling Stones and Sid Vicious as a bad boy and public enemy. To his hundreds of thousands of devoted fans he is a cult hero, a modern-day rebel Rimbaud. He divides critics - for every award and accolade (Greatest Hero of Rock or No 1 on the Cool List) there is a scathing review, an objection almost to his very being. Musically, there is no doubt he has defined the past twenty years of British rock 'n' roll with his sound, words, attitude, lifestyle, aesthetic and early buccaneering use of the internet to communicate with fans directly. It is also true that too often his talents as a songwriter and performer have been over-looked amid the whirlwind of controversy and scandal that has tailed him since his first spell in prison in 2003. Hard drugs, deaths, tiny gigs on the hoof, huge stadium shows, collaborations, obliterations, gangsters and groupies - Doherty has led a life of huge highs and incredible lows. It is all here: the music; the friendships; the distractions (exhibitions of blood paintings, modelling for famous fashion designers, lead roles in esoteric French films); deaths and self-destruction (he admits working as a rent boy). We are inside mansions, decadent parties, the jailhouse, the studio, in crack dens, at home (Doherty has two children) and, of course, in bed. With his trademark wit and humour, Doherty reflects on his era-defining relationship with supermodel Kate Moss and the other significant women (and men) in his life. Doherty also talks poetry, Paris (where he spends much time), philosophy, books, politics, football (QPR), cars, managers, the music business and his key influences (from Hancock to Baudelaire). There is humour, warmth, insight, baleful reflection and a defiant sense of triumph. There is harrowing detail and acknowledgement of the damage hard drugs have done - the endless litany of misdemeanours such as drink-driving, car theft, possession of heroin, crack and ketamine, robbery, hit-and-run and blackmail. Doherty's description of multiple stretches in jail, attempts at rehab, painful relapses, gruesome hospital emergencies, and estrangement from his family are eye-wateringly candid and free from self-pity. In a remarkable section, Doherty ruminates on his recent rapprochement with his father, a former Major in the British Army, after a decades-long wall of silence.

Peter Doherty's is the last of the great rock 'n' roll stories - bad boy and public enemy. To his devoted fans, he is a cult hero, a modern-day Rimbaud. Musically, he has defined the past twenty years of indie rock with his sound, lyrics, lifestyle and aesthetic.<BR><BR> Since The Libertines rose to international fame, Doherty has proved endlessly fascinating. A whirlwind of controversy and scandal has tailed him ever since the early 2000s, so much so that all too often his talents as a songwriter and performer have been overlooked; for every award and accolade, there is a scathing review. Hard drugs, tiny gigs on the hoof, huge stadium shows, collaborations, obliterations, gangsters and groupies - Doherty has led a life of huge highs and incredible lows.<BR><BR> With his wildest days behind him, Doherty candidly explores - with sober and sometimes painful insight - some of his greatest and darkest moments, taking us inside the creative process, decadent parties, substance-fuelled nights, his time in prison and tendency for self-destruction. With his trademark wit and humour, Doherty also details his childhood years, key influences, pre-fame London shenanigans, and reflects on his era-defining relationship with Libertines co-founder Carl Barât and other significant people in his life. There is humour, warmth, insight, baleful reflection and a defiant sense of triumph.<BR><BR>A Likely Lad is Doherty's version of the story - the genuine man behind the fame and infamy. This is a rock memoir like no other.

The more I thought about it, the more I realised my career has been unusual. How did I manage to do everything wrong but still end up on the front cover of magazines, headlining world tours and achieving Top 5 albums? How did I attract such obsessive and fanatical fans, many of whom take everything I do or say very personally, which is simultaneously flattering but can also be tremendously frustrating? Even this I somehow cultivated without somehow meaning to. My accidental career.<BR><BR>Limited Edition of One is unlike any other music book you will ever have read.<BR><BR> Part the long-awaited memoir of Steven Wilson: whose celebrated band Porcupine Tree began as teenage fiction before unintentionally evolving into a reality that encompassed Grammy-nominated records and sold-out shows around the world, before he set out for an even more successful solo career.<BR><BR> Part the story of a twenty-first century artist who achieved chart-topping mainstream success without ever becoming part of the mainstream. From Abba to Stockhausen, via a collection of conversations and thought pieces on the art of listening, the rules of collaboration, lists of lists, personal stories, professional adventurism (including food, film, TV, modern art), old school rock stardom, how to negotiate an obsessive fanbase and survive on social media, and dream-fever storytelling.

‘The very grubby coalface of foreign policy … I found the entire book most horribly addictive’ Independent<BR><BR> ‘One of the unexpected responses to reading this masterful study is amazement at the efforts the British and French each put into undermining the other’ Spectator<BR><BR> A fascinating insight into the untold story of how British-French rivalry drew the battle-lines of the modern Middle East.<BR><BR> In 1916, in the middle of the First World War, two men secretly agreed to divide the Middle East between them. Sir Mark Sykes was a visionary politician; François Georges-Picot a diplomat with a grudge. They drew a line in the sand from the Mediterranean to the Persian frontier, and together remade the map of the Middle East, with Britain’s 'mandates' of Palestine, Transjordan and Iraq, and France's in Lebanon and Syria.<BR><BR> Over the next thirty years a sordid tale of violence and clandestine political manoeuvring unfolded, told here through a stellar cast of politicians, diplomats, spies and soldiers, including T. E. Lawrence, Winston Churchill and Charles de Gaulle. Using declassified papers from the British and French archives, James Barr vividly depicts the covert, deadly war of intrigue and espionage between Britain and France to rule the Middle East, and reveals the shocking way in which the French finally got their revenge.

This is the story of the windswept coastline that stretches from the northernmost tip of Denmark to the Netherlands, a world of shipwrecks and storm surges, of cold-water surfers and resolute sailors’ wives. In spellbinding prose, award-winning writer Dorthe Nors invites the reader to travel through the landscape where her family lived for generations and which she now calls home. It is an extraordinarily powerful and beautiful journey through history and memory – the landscape’s as well as her own.

Robert Lax (1915 - 2000) was a close friend of Thomas Merton, Ad Reinhardt, and the beatniks. After his studies at Columbia University, he worked for Time, Parade, and The New Yorker - and then published his first book: Circus of the Sun. As Jubilee¿s roving editor he travelled a lot, and finally decided to stay in Greece, where he found the quietness he needed for his poetic work. Living a solitary life on Greek islands, he became one of the great loners of American literature. The process of his mental, spiritual, and artistic development is what makes Lax¿s life most interesting. ¿The Inner Biography¿ stresses on his search for his own way of life, with references to his texts and poems. He made his daily life a ritual, transposing his experiences into his poetry: life has something to do with art, & it¿s just a matter of finding the special point at which the two of them get together. His deliberate slowness, his spirituality, his charisma, and his poetic work impressed everybody who met Robert Lax. The book also contains a short biographical synopsis of Lax¿s life, and a comprehensive catalog (635 entries) of the works of Robert Lax.

A best science fiction, fantasy and horror pick from The Guardian'A haunting and magnificent new voice.' Sam J. Miller, author of Blackfish CityCan the mistakes of the past ever be undone?In post-World War I London, Bea finds solace from political turmoil in the local marshlands. There, she is frequently visited by a mysterious presence, logging each appearance in a scarlet journal. In a time like now, Kay navigates friendship and queerness in a world with an uncertain future. At her grandmother's house she finds a red journal - an intriguing record of an angel's visit. In the future, outsiders are living off grid, away from an oppressive government and environmental collapse. Can Ess's journey into the past, guided only by a well-thumbed scarlet notebook, save the present? A Line You Have Traced is the story of three women, separated by history but drawn together by an unknown force, that asks how we might survive and engage with the world, and each other, before it's too late. 'A gloriously innovative, endlessly surprising gut punch of a novel.' Rebecca Tamás, author of Witch

The complete biblical historical fiction compilation by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and A Voice in the Wind.The Bible is filled with inspiring stories of unlikely candidates God chose to change eternity. This bestselling compilation in one volume contains five novellas about such people―women in the family tree of Jesus Christ.Tamar. Rahab. Ruth. Bathsheba. Mary.Each was faced with extraordinary―even scandalous―challenges. But they had courage. They lived daring lives. Sometimes they made mistakes―big mistakes. And yet God, in His infinite mercy and grace, used them to bring forth the Christ, the Savior of the world. Their stories still hold great meaning and inspiration for us today. Tamar risked her life and reputation to be the woman she was called to be. See how the Lord uses our circumstances and our steps toward Him, however faltering, to fulfill His plan. Rahab was exploited by men who saw only her beauty, yet she held fast to her faith in God and was rewarded. Discover how God seeks and finds those whose hearts are tender toward Him, no matter how far away they are. Ruth's loyalty, especially toward her mother-in-law Naomi, helped her persevere in the face of tragedy, and God gave her a second chance at love. Be encouraged that God will provide even when all hope seems lost. Bathsheba's scandalous affair with David did not end in one night. Learn that God is willing to restore and redeem those lost in the depths of despair who call out to Him. Mary is one of the most revered women in history. But first, she was an ordinary woman striving to please God in the same way women still do today. When God spoke, Mary responded in obedience which changed the world forever. Each novella includes an in-depth Bible study perfect for personal reflection or group discussion.Watch these five women in the Bible come to life and learn from their examples of hope, faith, love, and obedience.

The book is written for researchers interested in the study of Kerala's language, literature, history, and culture. It outlines the grammar of Malayalam in consideration of up-to-date theoretical linguistics alongside grammatical categories developed by Malayalam grammarians in the 19th century and based on Old Tamil and Sanskrit grammars. The book approaches Malayalam from a holistic perspective in referring to regional language variations, while describing the standardized linguistic register. The sample sentences demonstrating grammatical categories and rules are mostly drawn from actual speech samples. Reading practices draw upon Vaikom Muhammad Basheer's Pattuma's Goat and Sooranad Ravi's prose adaptation of The Story of Niliyamma's Apotheosis, aiming to expose the learners to various aspects of Kerala culture.Additionally, the book includes three chapters on Old Malayalam morphology, demonstrated by verses from classical compositions such as the U¿¿un¿lisande¿am and the K¿¿¿ag¿tha, as well as regional literary traditions-a Teyyam song, Arabic- and Jewish-Malayalam verses, and Syriac Malayalam prose-for exposing the learners to the literary traditions in Malayalam dialects and religiolects. Ten indices follow with charts of kinship terms, verbal and nominal forms, a glossary, and bibliographical references. The book is thus an invitation for an in-depth engagement with the study of Kerala's lush linguistic landscape and diverse literary culture past and present

Who stole the king's coronation gift? Owen encounters murder, secrets and spies as he attempts to recover a missing gold lion. 'A standout . . . Robb reinforces her place among the top writers of medieval historicals' - Publishers Weekly Starred Review York, 1377. A costly lion created by the goldsmiths of York as a gift for King Richard's coronation is stolen. The desperate guildmaster begs Owen Archer to find it. A CITY'S ROAR But Owen has other troubles plaguing him. The French and Spanish navies are attacking English ports and boarding merchant ships. As the king's man in the north, Owen is hunting spies, and in a city on edge every foreigner is suspect. Especially when a body is found in the river . . . A DANGEROUS PREDATOR Is there a connection between the theft of the golden lion, the drowning, and the subsequent torture and murder of a foreigner? Owen's urgent search will uncover passions, betrayals and painful secrets that soon lead him to one of the most powerful men in the kingdom. A page-turning, intricately plotted medieval mystery from a master storyteller, perfect for fans of PAUL DOHERTY, ELLIS PETERS and C.J. SANSOM.

This "gripping and moving" story of two foster brothers sharply examines the impact of loss, grief, and abuse (Emma Donohgue, bestselling author of Room) -- and celebrates the power of friendship. When Adam Blake lands the best elective ever in his senior year, serving as an aide to the school psychologist, he thinks he's got it made. Sure, it means a lot of sitting around, which isn't easy for a guy with ADHD, but he can't complain, since he gets to spend the period texting all his friends. Then the doctor asks him to track down the troubled freshman who keeps dodging her, and Adam discovers that the boy is Julian -- the foster brother he hasn't seen in five years. Adam is ecstatic to be reunited. At first, Julian seems like the boy he once knew. He's still kind hearted. He still writes stories and loves picture books meant for little kids. But as they spend more time together, Adam realizes that Julian is keeping secrets, like where he hides during the middle of the day, and what's really going on inside his house. Adam is determined to help him, but his involvement could cost both boys their lives. First-time novelist Robin Roe relied on life experience when writing this exquisite, gripping story featuring two lionhearted characters.

John Corbett has written a tiny pocket guide to aid novices and devotees alike in listening to and understanding free, improvised music. The term improvised music can mean many things: but in this book the focus is on experimental music that does not have a structured song or tune, and that operates mainly in the vein of jazz or a jazz hybrid (blues, etc.). There are elegant discussions of music fundamentals (rhythm, duration, interaction dynamics, transitions, personal vocabulary), advanced techniques for listening and watching in live concerts, excellent analysis grounded in anecdote about the role of the audience, ambiguity, as well as historical anecdotes and thoughts on what it means to be a listener and what role music might have in our lives. The tone is light, with a serious undertone. "

"If animals could speak, the dog would be a blundering outspoken fellow; but the cat would have the rare grace of never saying a word too much." - Mark TwainCats and literature go together like tea and cake. It's not that you can't have one without the other, but there is a certain rightness to the pairing. Writers have chosen many animal companions over the years - often dogs, sometimes a raven (Charles Dickens) or, most oddly, a wombat (Dante Gabriel Rossetti) - but perhaps the most common is the cat.From Six Dinner Sid and T.S. Eliot's rebellious Rum Tum Tugger to the infuriating Cheshire Cat of Wonderland and Behemoth the Cat, the demonic shapeshifter of Bulgakov's The Master and Margarita, A Literary Cat for Every Day of the Year draws together quotes and passages from poems and stories in celebration of the most famous cats in literature.A must-have for all cat-lovers and book lovers, this inspirational collection is the perfect gift for feline fans to treasure all year long.Highlight's include:- January: Kiki's Delivery Service, Unofficial Science Fiction Day and Happy birthday Haruki Murakami- February: Chinese New Year, Valentine's Day and a 'Sonnet to Mrs Reynold's Cat'- March: World Book Day, Mother's Day and a quick trip to Lewis Caroll's Wonderland- April: Easter, Happy birthday Nick Hornby and a visit with Granny Weatherwax's kitten, You from Wintersmith- May: Mother's Day (US), International Towel Day and sit a spell with beloved poet and purveyor of nonsense Edward Lear- June: Father's Day, Happy birthday Thomas Hardy and a golden moment with literature's most famous (and naughtiest) cats - Behemoth- July: Spend some time with Henry David Thoreau in Walden, pay a visit to the vast, crumbling castle of Gormenghast and along the way, we'll meet a talking cat from Kafka on the Shore- August: International Cat Day, Happy birthday Tove Jansson and visit Animal Farm- September: London Fashion Week, try not to be a scaredy cat with king of horror Stephen King and another visit to Wonderland- October: Meet some felines with slightly unfortunate names, as well as the awe-inspiring Aslan, and see through the witching hour with the aunts of Practical Magic- November: National Novel Writing Month, World Science Day for Peace Development and Cat of the Day: Church from Pet Sematary- December: Merry Christmas! We'll be hanging out with some festive felines this month, including Polar Bear and Mog, as well as the rather terrifying Jólaköttur

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A missing child. A tormented detective. A ticking clock. Ten years ago, DCI Jack Logan stopped the serial child-killer dubbed 'Mister Whisper,' earning himself a commendation, a drinking problem, and a broken marriage in the process. Now, he spends his days working in Glasgow's Major Investigations Team, and his nights reliving the horrors of what he saw. And what he did. When another child disappears a hundred miles north in the Highlands, Jack is sent to lead the investigation and bring the boy home. But as similarities between the two cases grow, could it be that Jack caught the wrong man all those years ago? And, if so, is the real Mister Whisper about to claim his fourth victim? The explosive debut Scottish crime thriller from number one bestselling author, JD Kirk. Perfect for fans of L.J. Ross, Chris Brookmyre, and Stuart Macbride.

A return to one's childhood home unearths lost memories. A family spends an evening together listening to Grandma's stories about their faraway homeland. A mother dreams about a daughter she's never met. A piece of lace blurs the line between past, present and future.A Little Better Elsewhere is a poignant anthology that grapples with the complexities of nostalgia. From intimate reflections on childhood innocence to powerful depictions of grief, love and change, this collection of short stories, essays and poetry celebrates the diverse insights of Australia's emerging writers.With a foreword written by Sarah Ayoub, A Little Better Elsewhere weaves together experiences of joy, longing, sadness and comfort, challenging us to consider whether nostalgia helps us make peace with the past or keeps us trapped in its shadow.

'This darkly funny, slippery novel is a hoot to read and will please fans of Miranda July's All Fours' The i Paper'A sparkling and subversive debut ... this tragicomic tale of an American woman's illicit romance is also a gripping murder mystery' Guardian'Compelling ... full of wisdom on addiction, obsession, motherhood and marriage' Daily MailPerdita Jungfrau thought she was going to be married to her husband forever, so falling in love with Nando, her 'anarcho-Marxist' handyman, is a crisis.Life seems to put every possible obstacle in their way: she's pregnant, he has a girlfriend, he's fifteen years younger, she's terrified of messing up her children and equally drawn towards this magnetic man who entrusts her with his deepest secret.Now it's three years later and Nando has been murdered.As her bewildered husband tries to make sense of the wildly unpredictable person his wife has become, Perdita has other things on her mind. For starters, who is the mysterious woman sitting outside her house in a parked car all day? How can she stop her adored baby brother from being pulled under by his opioid addiction? Can someone with a childhood like hers ever be the mother her children deserve?And most of all, what should she do with the searing memories of the affair that turned her life upside down?

Logan is a stay-at-home bunny - but he's about to discover how brave he really is.It's time for his first adventure, and he doesn't want to go. But there's an amazing world outside, if he can just pluck up courage to look . . .A Little Bit Brave is a funny, reassuring picture book which shows that we're all a lot braver than we think. Nicola Kinnear is a fabulous new talent - and this, her debut picture book, is a joy.

Logan and Luna are back to conquer a new fear in this wonderfully-illustrated, funny picture book! Luna is the bravest bunny in the world - at least, that's what Logan thought. Together they go on all the best adventures. There's just one thing that Luna's scared of: the dark! Logan is astonished. He thinks the night is magical. He wants to show Luna how wonderful it is, with all the stars and fireflies, and the night-time creatures. But can he encourage Luna to conquer her fears? As the drama unfolds, things don't quite go the way Logan planned. Both friends will need to show courage in this beautifully illustrated sequel to the bestselling A LITTLE BIT BRAVE. - The long-awaited sequel to Nicola Kinnear's bestselling picture book, A LITTLE BIT BRAVE - Logan and Luna go on a glorious night-time adventure, in this celebration of courage, friendship and the wonders of nature - Fabulous, characterful illustrations and a perfect read-aloud story full of warmth, humour and reassurance - Nicola Kinnear has gained an international reputation for her inspiring stories and superb illustration

A user-friendly introduction to understanding auras<BR><BR> If you’re interested in learning about auras—colored energy fields that surround people, animals, plants, crystals, and even places—this handy, accessible book is a wonderful starting point. Cassandra Eason explains a variety of techniques for sensing, seeing, and interpreting the aura—your own, those of both individuals and groups, and those of your pets—and how you can cleanse, heal, strengthen, and protect the aura.<BR><BR> With this introductory guide, you can learn how to identify and interpret auras, discover what their different colors mean, and heal and cleanse your own and others’ auras. In addition, renowned author Cassandra Eason provides a range of spiritually enhancing hands-on exercises to try.<BR><BR>Find your aura with this entry in the popular LITTLE BIT OF series!

An opportunity to dive into those green eyes, messy hair and raspy yet soulful voice, this book is a must-have collection of quotes, facts and trivia for fans of Harry Styles.<BR><BR> Known for his artistry in singing, songwriting and acting, Harry Styles portrays amazing stage presence, showmanship and a love for humanity. With a flair for fashion, Harry stepped into the world of music and acting through a popular TV show and made a name for himself by debuting in one of the top bands in history.<BR><BR> Whether you know him as that guy in Dunkirk or the curly-haired guy with dimples from One Direction, this book is filled with:<BR><BR> - Interesting and soulful quotes that will make you adore him even more<BR> - Fascinating facts about story of his life<BR> - Ultimate trivia to separate the beginners from the Stylers<BR><BR> Step into the world of Harry Styles with this celebratory little book which will definitely leave you with a watermelon sugar high.

Calling all Carpenters! This pocket-sized companion is a tribute to the viral pop star Sabrina Carpenter.<BR><BR> With her catchy tunes, bedazzled lingerie looks and iconic bouncy blowout, this busy woman has amassed millions of fans around the world. It's no coincidence that her relatable lyrics, fun, flirty outfits and no-nonsense attitude have captivated so many people's hearts; Sabrina's popularity only continues to grow as she tops the charts.<BR><BR> From her Disney days to the Coachella stage, and now with smash hits that've been streamed billions of times, Sabrina's journey to musical stardom is decoded in this book. If you have a taste for more, inside you'll also find inspiring quotes, fun-sized facts and a treasure trove of trivia.<BR><BR>A Little Bit of Sabrina Carpenter contains:<BR> - Short n' sweet words of encouragement from Sabrina<BR> - Insights into her personal life and rise to fame<BR> - Trivia to test who among you is the sharpest tool<BR><BR> This homage to Sabrina, her music and her lipstick print on pop history will make the perfect gift for any Carpenter.

Learn how to use Tarot cards to face the future, solve present-day problems, and better understand yourself with this beginner-friendly guide from an expert. Cassandra Eason opens a window into the world of tarot, from choosing the right pack to interpreting the cards. She lays out the most important spreads, suggests intuitive methods for choosing cards, reveals what psychic protections to take when doing divination, and more.

Dive into the enchanting world of Taylor Swift with this captivating celebration, filled with inspiring quotes, fascinating facts, and behind-the-scenes trivia for every dedicated fanBringing together inspiring quotes, superfan-level facts and a treasure trove of trivia, this little book is your backstage pass to the enchanting world of Taylor Swift Whether it's the relatable lyrics, the cathartic bridges or the songwriting genius behind it all, there's just something about Taylor's music that has captivated a global fandom. No matter what era you're in, her resilience, determination and unique talent for storytelling will encourage you to stand tall, speak now and define your own reputation. Exploring her extraordinary journey from a small-town girl to one of the most successful and empowered artists of the twenty-first century, A Little Bit of Taylor Swift features: - a powerful dose of fearless words from the woman herself - insights into her personal life and illustrious career - trivia to test even the most avid addict This heartfelt homage to Taylor, her fans and our enduring love story will make the perfect gift for any Swiftie.

A new board book for the youngest fans of Leo Lionni--inspired by his bestselling books and perfect for Easter and springtime reading!<BR><BR>Spring is a time of budding trees, chirping birds, and croaking frogs. Discover these and more wonders of spring in this delightful board book inspired by the works of legendary children's book author-illustrator Leo Lionni. With sturdy pages and colorful collage-style artwork, this spring-themed book is perfect for boys and girls ages 0 to 5.<BR><BR>Leo's Lionni's Friends is a series of fresh, fun board books inspired by the classic works of author and illustrator Leo Lionni to introduce his work to a new generation of readers.<BR><BR>Don't miss there other books in the series:<BR><BR>A Little Book About Colors<BR>A Little Book About ABC's<BR>A Little Book About 123's

Over 50,000 Copies Sold! Whenever we read, think, hear or say anything about God, we are doing theology. Yet theology isn't just a matter of what we think. It affects who we are.In the tradition of Helmut Thielicke's A Little Exercise for Young Theologians, Kelly Kapic offers a concise introduction to the study of theology for newcomers to the field. He highlights the value and importance of theological study and explains its unique nature as a serious discipline.Not only concerned with content and method, Kapic explores the skills, attitudes and spiritual practices needed by those who take up the discipline. This brief, clear and lively primer draws out the relevance of theology for Christian life, worship, mission, witness and more."Theology is about life," writes Kapic. "It is not a conversation our souls can afford to avoid."

A snow-dusted city, aglow with lamplight and laughter, hides its greatest warmth not in grand gestures, but in small, unexpected acts of kindness. Here, amid the bustle of New York City Christmases and the gentle mischief of Santa Claus adventures, the spirit of the season is revealed through wit, whimsy, and the quiet triumph of generosity. These heartwarming Christmas narratives, once lost to time, invite readers into a world where the ordinary becomes extraordinary-where a humble gathering or a chance encounter might change a life. Brimming with humorous holiday tales and the distinct charm of Victorian Christmas fiction, this collection captures both the innocence and the irony of festive traditions, blending gentle satire with genuine emotion.Rediscovered after decades out of print and now republished by Alpha Editions, this edition has been meticulously restored for today's and future generations. Each story, penned in the early 20th century, offers a window into the customs and camaraderie of a bygone era, yet the emotions and dilemmas remain strikingly familiar. As a work of classic Christmas literature, it stands as both a delightful entertainment and a poignant reminder of the values that endure-family, hope, and the subtle magic of belonging. Whether you are seeking the nostalgia of family Christmas stories or the sharp humour found in John Kendrick Bangs' works, you will find yourself drawn into a festive tapestry that is as relevant now as it was a century ago.This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, perfect for those who cherish the enduring allure of Gutenberg Christmas books and free Christmas ebooks. For casual readers longing for a touch of seasonal wonder, or for collectors curating the best of early 20th century fiction, these stories offer a rare blend of mirth, insight, and timeless celebration.

"With the longest healthy life spans in the world, Japanese people understand the art of living well. This beautiful book distills traditional Japanese philosophies intrinsic to wellbeing, providing easy-to-follow exercises to inspire those who want to live a happier, more balanced life. With sections on kokoro (heart and mind) and karada (body), plus a guide on how to form and nurture good habits, the book includes entries on ikigai (living with purpose), wabi-sabi (the beauty of imperfection and impermanence), shinrinyoku (forest bathing), ikebana (the art of flower arranging), and much more"--

A lively journey through the story of language, from an infant's first word to the languages of the internet<BR>  <BR> Language never leaves you alone. It’s there in your head, helping you think. It’s there to help you make relationships – and to break them. It’s there to remind you who you are and where you come from.<BR>  <BR> From the first words of an infant to texting and emojis, languages are full of mysteries and quirks. In this entertaining book, renowned author David Crystal sheds light on the development of unique linguistic styles, the origins of obscure accents, and the search for the first written word.<BR>  <BR>Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds

Irish modernist writer and author of Ulysses, James Joyce, brings the city and all its characters alive in six affecting, atmospheric stories selected from his iconic 1914 collection Dubliners.<BR><BR>Relationships old and new, real and imagined are put to the test in 'Eveline' and 'Araby'. In 'A Little Cloud', a young father reflects on his life as he sits in a pub with an old friend fresh from travels abroad. Could he have done any better with his lot? 'A Painful Case' sees a discreet and measured affair run its course, resurfacing one evening as a self-righteous memory.<BR><BR>This series of pocket-sized paperbacks celebrates the art of the short story and marks Macmillan Collector's Library's 10th anniversary. Each contains a curated selection of short stories from a literary giant: Katherine Mansfield, Arthur Conan Doyle, Edgar Allan Poe, Oscar Wilde, Jane Austen, James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, Alice Dunbar Nelson, F. Scott Fitzgerald and Rabindranath Tagore.

**As featured on Barack Obama's Summer 2022 Reading List**Winner of the Gordon Burn PrizeWinner of the 2022 Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in NonfictionFinalist for the National Book Critics Circle AwardFinalist for the Pen/Diamonstein-Spievogel Award for the Art of the EssayShortlisted for the National Book Award'Gorgeous' - Brit Bennett'Pure genius' - Jacqueline Woodson'One of the most dynamic books I have ever read' - Clint SmithAt the March on Washington, Josephine Baker reflected on her life and her legacy. She had spent decades as one of the most successful entertainers in the world, but, she told the crowd, "I was a devil in other countries, and I was a little devil in America, too". Inspired by these words, Hanif Abdurraqib has written a stirring meditation on Black performance in the modern age, in which culture, history and his own lived experience collide.With sharp insight, humour and heart, Abdurraqib explores a sequence of iconic and intimate performances that take him from mid-century Paris to the moon -- and back down again, to a cramped living room in Columbus, Ohio. Each one, he shows, has layers of resonance across Black and white cultures, the politics of American empire, and his own personal history of love and grief -- whether it's the twenty-seven seconds of 'Gimme Shelter' in which Merry Clayton sings, or the magnificent hours of Aretha Franklin's homegoing; Beyoncé's Super Bowl show or a schoolyard fistfight; Dave Chapelle's skits or a game of spades among friends.

A new, expanded edition of the essential, bestselling book on feminist artA Little Feminist History of Art is an accessible introduction to feminist art history, tracing the work of women artists from the late 1960s to the present.Drawing on fifty key works, Charlotte Mullins offers a focused, visual entry point into a movement that reshaped how art engages with gender, identity, and lived experience. Mullins explores how women artists have challenged the male-dominated art world, altering visual culture, and redefining the boundaries of artistic expression.From painting and photography to performance and installation, this book highlights how feminist artists have used the "female gaze" to confront issues of gender, identity, sexuality, and the commodification of the female body. It celebrates the radical creativity and enduring impact of artists who expanded the definition of art to include personal experience, domestic life, and political activism.Accessible and richly illustrated, this expanded edition is essential reading for anyone interested in feminism, art history, and the transformative power of visual storytelling.A Little Feminist History of Art is a celebration of one of the most enduring and influential artistic movements of the modern era.

A window ledge transformed into a miniature Eden, tiny hands sowing seeds as the world outside stirs with the promise of spring-such is the magic that unfolds within these pages. Here, the everyday becomes extraordinary, as children discover the rhythms of nature through the gentle art of gardening. This timeless children's gardening book draws young readers into the wonders of plant life education, guiding them through the changing seasons with warmth and clarity. From the very first bud to the last golden leaf, the narrative captures the excitement of a window garden project and the quiet satisfaction of nurturing living things.Rooted in early 20th-century literature, this work is more than a simple manual; it is a vibrant invitation to explore the natural world with curiosity and care. Each chapter gently introduces the science of botany for kids, blending practical advice with the joy of discovery. The book's seasonal planting guide is interwoven with stories and observations that encourage both family gardening and independent exploration, making it as relevant now as it was when first published. As digital distractions multiply, the call to reconnect with soil and sunlight feels more urgent than ever, and this restored edition offers a pathway back to that simple, profound engagement.Lovingly republished by Alpha Editions after decades out of print, this edition has been carefully restored for today's and future generations. It stands not just as a reprint, but as a collector's item and a cultural treasure-a testament to the enduring value of educational gardening activities and nature exploration for young minds. Whether cherished as a keepsake or enjoyed as an introduction to horticulture for children, this Project Gutenberg eBook brings the wisdom of the past into the hands of those who will shape the gardens of tomorrow.

The No. 1 international bestseller, with a foreword by His Holiness Pope Francis, who made headlines in 2021 when he kissed Lidia's Auschwitz identification tattoo.<BR><BR>The unforgettable, moving true story of the little girl who survived Auschwitz's 'Angel of Death', Dr Mengele. <BR><BR>Lidia was just three years old when she arrived in Auschwitz-Birkenau with her mother, a member of the partisan resistance from Belarus. The bewildered little girl was picked out by Dr Josef Mengele for his sadistic experiments and sent to the infamous children's block, where every day was a fight for survival. In eighteen months of hell she came close to death more than once.<BR><BR>Her mother, who risked her life to visit Lidia, gave her strength. But when the camp was liberated, her mother was gone, presumed dead. Lidia, by now deeply traumatised, was adopted by a Polish woman. But then, in 1962, she discovered that her birth parents were still alive in the USSR, and Lidia was faced with an agonising choice . . .<BR><BR>Lidia's extraordinary story has touched hearts around the world, and she has made it her mission to bear witness to the Holocaust so that the truth may never be forgotten. This is a powerful and ultimately hopeful account by a remarkable woman who refuses to hate those who hurt her. She says, 'Hate only brings more hate. Love, on the other hand, has the power to redeem.'<BR><BR>'Unforgettable' - Daily Mail<BR><BR>A Little Girl in Auschwitz was previously published in hardback and audiobook as The Little Girl Who Could Not Cry.

"The chimneys of industry rise over Adua and the world seethes with new opportunities. But old scores run deep as ever. On the blood-soaked borders of Angland, Leo dan Brock struggles to win fame on the battlefield, and defeat the marauding armies of Stour Nightfall. He hopes for help from the crown. But King Jezal's son, the feckless Prince Orso, is a man who specializes in disappointments. Savine dan Glokta plans to claw her way to the top of the slag-heap of society by any means necessary. But the slums boil over with a rage that all the money in the world cannot control. The age of the machine dawns, but the age of magic refuses to die. With the help of the mad hillwoman Isern-i-Phail, Rikke struggles to control the blessing, or the curse, of the Long Eye. Glimpsing the future is one thing, but with the guiding hand of the First of the Magi still pulling the strings, changing it will be quite another."--Publisher description.

WAR. POLITICS. REVOLUTION.THE AGE OF MADNESS HAS ARRIVED . . . 'Funny and sardonic, violent and compelling' Guardian'A tale of brute force and subtle magic on the cusp of an industrial revolution ... Buckle your seat belts for this one' Robin Hobb* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *On the battlefields of the North, the next generation of would-be heroes rushes to make the same bloody mistakes as the last. While the age of the machine dawns, the age of magic refuses to die. One might glimpse the future, through the curse of the Long Eye, but changing it is another matter altogether.The chimneys of industry rise, the cities seethe with opportunity, and even kings must kneel before the new power of the banks. But in the slums, anger is brewing, and soon it will boil over with a rage that all the money in the world cannot control . . . Introducing a cast of unforgettable new characters, A LITTLE HATRED begins a new First Law trilogy which will have you gripped from the very start ...* * * * * * * * * * * * * * *'Crammed with characters and detail, the intricately woven story never slackens its merciless grip' Daily Mail'A masterpiece of fantasy fiction' Starburst'Could scratch an itch for anyone missing Game of Thrones' Den of Geek'One of Abercrombie's best books yet' SFX'Will keep you up long after bedtime' The Sun

The thrilling story of archaeological adventure, and astonishing discoveries around the globe<BR>  <BR> Archaeology tells the story of our ancestors: how they lived, what they believed in and how their cultures developed over millennia. Brian Fagan introduces us to pharaohs’ tombs, Mayan ruins, the first colonial settlements at Jamestown, mysterious Stonehenge, and Pompeii – the city buried by volcanic ash in AD 79.<BR>  <BR> This Little History tells the riveting stories of great archaeologists and their amazing discoveries around the world. For readers of every age, this book explores archaeology’s history of controversies, discoveries, heroes and scoundrels, global sites and newest methods.<BR>  <BR>Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds

A thrilling journey through 100,000 years of art, from the first artworks ever made to art’s central role in culture today <BR><BR> Art can help us see the world differently or understand our place in it a little more clearly. It can move us emotionally, even if sometimes we cannot explain why. It is powerful stuff.<BR>  <BR> Roaming from Japan and India to South America and the Middle East, Charlotte Mullins showcases a host of overlooked artists, and celebrates art’s crucial place in our collective culture. This Little History introduces us to extraordinary anonymous creations such as the Terracotta Army, Renaissance masters like Donatello and Michelangelo, and modern trailblazers like Frida Kahlo, Barbara Hepworth and Yayoi Kusama.<BR>  <BR>Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds

An accessible account of the history of economics through the ideas of great thinkers<BR><BR> Economics explains the world. For example, the fact that you’re holding this book in your hands puts you in a special position. To many people around the globe, spending money on a book and being able to read it would seem as likely as a trip to the moon. But why can some countries afford the buildings, books and teachers they need to educate their children – and others can’t? The word ‘economics’ might sound a bit dry, but it’s really about getting to the bottom of questions like these.<BR>  <BR> This is a lively, bestselling account of the history of economics, told through events from ancient to modern times and through the ideas of great thinkers in the field. From Adam Smith to Karl Marx and the invention of money to the Great Depression, this Little History illuminates the economic forces that shape our world.<BR>  <BR>Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds

A COMPLETE, UNCOMPLICATED GUIDE TO THE SCIENCE OF LIFE, THE UNIVERSE AND EVERYTHING INBETWEEN<BR>'Most scientists know only their own field. Tim Coulson is at home with science as an integrated whole. A pleasure to read, and a lasting accomplishment' Richard Dawkins<BR><BR>'Step aside Star Wars - ours is the most astonishing origin story you'll ever hear and its beautifully told by Tim Coulson' Professor Ken Norris, Deputy Director of Science at the Natural History Museum<BR><BR>--<BR><BR>What made the universe?<BR>How did we come to exist?<BR>Where are we going?<BR><BR>Once, such questions belonged to religion or philosophy. But in the last century scientists have been uncovering astonishing answers to explain the wonder of ourselves, our world and our universe.<BR><BR>Professor Tim Coulson takes us back to the beginning of everything - the Big Bang 13.8 million years ago - and tells us the epic story of how we came to be.<BR><BR>From the emergence of the first atom to the mysteries of human consciousness, this book is, in short, the complete and utter history of everything.<BR><BR>--<BR><BR>'A highly readable and super enjoyable book . . . that takes us on a free-spirited intellectual romp through every aspect of what we know about our universe' Peter Hudson FRS Willaman Professor of Biology at Penn State<BR><BR>'A charming, engaging and erudite account' David Christian, author of New York Times bestseller Origin Story (2018)<BR><BR>'A gangbuster science book. A can't-put-down read. I don't think I have learned more from a single book' Douglas W. Smith, Former Senior Wildlife Biologist, Yellowstone National Park<BR><BR>'Exceptional. A highly infectious read. From the first page I found it impossible to put down' Professor Baroness Kathy Willis, Professor of Biodiversity, University of Oxford<BR><BR>'Achieves something almost impossible, lucid explanation without dumbing down . . . can read this for fun and accidentally you will know as much general science as any Professor' James H Naismith FRS FRSE FMedSci MAE, Head of the Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences Division at Oxford, Professor of Structural Biology<BR><BR>'With wit, wisdom and humility. The prose is of a perfect weight, and an absolute joy to read' Sunetra Gupta, Professor of Theoretical Epidemiology at the University of Oxford<BR><BR>'Will appeal to a broad variety of readers and inspire new generations of scientists for years to come' Quentin Paynter<BR>

A vibrant guide to the world of literature, from dramatic plays to engrossing novels<BR>  <BR> Literature has inspired every civilisation, from Greek myth to today’s graphic novels. John Sutherland, who has researched, taught and written on the entire glorious span of human literary activity, here guides readers on a journey ‘through the looking glass’ to show how literature from across the world can transport us, transfix us, and teach us about ourselves.<BR>  <BR> He introduces key works, from the Epic of Gilgamesh and Shakespeare to T.S. Eliot, George Orwell and Margaret Atwood, and looks afresh at literature’s links to power, identity and taste. From the rude jokes within Anglo-Saxon riddles to the guilty pleasures of potboilers and fan fiction, this celebratory guide offers wit, humour and deep learning to all who enjoy literature, and who want to understand it anew.<BR>  <BR>Little Histories – Inspiring Guides for Curious Minds

A lively, accessible history of mathematics throughout the ages and across the globe<BR>  <BR> Mathematics is fundamental to our daily lives. Science, computing, economics—all aspects of modern life rely on some kind of maths. But how did our ancestors think about numbers? How did they use mathematics to explain and understand the world around them? Where do numbers even come from?<BR>  <BR> In this Little History, Snezana Lawrence traces the fascinating history of mathematics, from the Egyptians and Babylonians to Renaissance masters and enigma codebreakers. Like literature, music, or philosophy, mathematics has a rich history of breakthroughs, creativity and experimentation. And its story is a global one. We see Chinese Mathematical Art from 200 BCE, the invention of algebra in Baghdad’s House of Wisdom, and sangaku geometrical theorems at Japanese shrines. Lawrence goes beyond the familiar names of Newton and Pascal, exploring the prominent role women have played in the history of maths, including Emmy Noether and Maryam Mirzakhani.