A novel for all ages about a young girl losing her sight, inspired by the author's own life story. For fans of Wonder, The Little Prince and The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly
Reprint of the classic World War II memoir German General Kurt "Panzer" Meyer's autobiography is a fascinating insight into the mind of one of Germany's most highly decorated and successful soldiers of World War II. If you love small-unit actions, this is
A new, silly picture book from the author of }Barry: The Fish With Fingers{, which sold over 70,000 copies in the UK. Norman is a slug who longs to be a snail, and goes to hilarious lengths to find a shell of his own. With 3 holographic foils on the cover. Ages: 2+
In the most explosive book of the thrilling Wilde and Chase series, the intrepid pair must race against time before an ancient force is unleashed on the world... Their days of death-defying adventure seemingly behind them, acclaimed archae
All the information, guidance, and recipes you need to become a pastry professional--in a single book! Comprehensive in its content and practical in its approach, The Pastry Chef Handbook addresses all the professional steps necessary for this demanding and fascinating profession. In addition to the examples illustrated by step-by-step visuals and essential cultural elements, it addresses nutrition, hygiene, service, and presentation. Beginner pastry chefs will be able to learn the basic rules and 100 preparation techniques--from making custard in a bain-marie to icing. They will also discover 100 detailed classical recipes, from Saint-Honoré to Opera. Thanks to the QR codes integrated throughout the book, readers will also be able to consult professional learning videos to perfect their know-how on the BPI Campus site.
"Building on the success of the Cookie Advent Cookbook, this inviting and interactive take on the traditional advent calendar is perfect for families who love to put their own spin on celebrating the holidays, offering fun and festive activities that can be fondly reenacted year after year."--
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERThe enthralling new Cato and Macro adventure in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Eagles of the Empire series. Not to be missed by readers of Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell. AD 56. B
INSTANT USA TODAY BESTSELLER!"So riotously clever it almost defies description...an alchemy of romantic elements held in perfect harmony." NPRRival ornithologists hunt through England for a rare magical bird in this historical-fantasy rom-com reminiscent of Indiana Jones but with manners, tea, and helicopter parasols.Beth Pickering is on the verge of finally capturing the rare deathwhistler bird when Professor Devon Lockley swoops in, stealing both her bird and her imagination like a villain. Albeit a handsome and charming villain, but that's beside the point. As someone highly educated in the ruthless discipline of ornithology, Beth knows trouble when she sees it, and she is determined to keep her distance from Devon. For his part, Devon has never been more smitten than when he first set eyes on Professor Beth Pickering. She's so pretty, so polite, so capable of bringing down a fiery, deadly bird using only her wits. In other words, an angel. Devon understands he must not get close to her, however, since they're professional rivals. When a competition to become Birder of the Year by capturing an endangered caladrius bird is announced, Beth and Devon are forced to team up to have any chance of winning. Now keeping their distance becomes a question of one bed or two. But they must take the risk, because fowl play is afoot, and they can't trust anyone else for all may be fair in love and war, but this is ornithology.
Thursday Next is back. And this time it's personal ...Officially, Literary Detective Thursday Next is off the case. Once a key figure in the BookWorld police force, she is concentrating on her duties as a wife and mother. Or so her husband thinks ...Unofficially, Thursday is working as hard as ever - and in this world of dangerously short attention spans, there's no rest for the literate. Can Thursday stop Pride and Prejudice being turned into a vote-em-off reality book? Who killed Sherlock Holmes? And will Thursday get her teenage son out of bed in time for him to save the world?
