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Walking to the Foot of the Sky
'A captivating odyssey' - Richard NairnI want to walk through time, for days, for nights, I want every kind of walk, walks under sunsets and stars, walks of rain and storms, through howling winds and the most susurrating of breezes. I want to see, I realise, not just this kind of landscape of trees and fields and fences, I want to walk on top of mountains, over endless expanses of moor, wild reaches and spaces, I want to escape all people, I want to walk alone, I look at the horizon, and realise the foolhardy extent and scale of my ambition that has taken root and now grows within me and will not be silenced, suffocated or hemmed in - an ambition to walk completely to the edge. I need to burst through all the walls, to rise past all limits, to go right to the foot of the sky. When she first set foot on the Beara Breifne Way, Miriam Mulcahy expected a long-distance hike that would take her across some of the most beautiful scenery in Ireland. What she found instead was a living tapestry past and present: ancient landscapes where myth and memory linger; pilgrim routes and rebel roads; quiet villages, wild coastlines, hidden valleys, and the ghostly thread that ties them all together. Following in the footsteps of Domhnall Cam O'Sullivan Beare's fateful march in 1603, she begins her journey uncertain - of the path, of herself, of what she hopes to find. But as the miles unfurl, something shifts, and she begins to carve a line of connection in time. This is an extraordinary story of landscape and legacy, of attention and endurance, of losing sight of yourself and finding something far better: renewal. Lyrical, reflective and quietly radical, it captures what happens when you give yourself over fully to a journey - and how, in doing so, you return changed.
En Route
From the coast of Normandy to the Côte d’Azur, along the banks of the Seine to the Alps – the ultimate literary tour of France. 'Peter Fiennes's brisk literary travelogue is witty and packed with gossip; it moves at the speed of a TGV, with the elegance of a Citroën DS.' Sebastian FaulksTravelling in a loop around France, from Le Havre to Paris, Peter Fiennes explores France’s sense of its own people, place and identity through some of its greatest writers and artists. Moving between the centuries, from the Arthurian forests and Neolithic fields of Brittany to the banlieues of Paris, Fiennes follows the threads of history across France. And wonders what is next for this sublime, mysterious and sometimes fractious country. Fiennes drinks with Sartre and de Beauvoir in the bars of Rouen and Le Havre; follows Edith Wharton’s ‘Motor-Flight’ along the Loire Valley to the home of George Sand; and explores the beaches of the south with Colette and Katherine Mansfield. He lingers near Bordeaux with François Mauriac, strolls in the foothills of the Alps with John Berger and follows Colette to the trenches at Verdun, before finally heading to Paris, where he consigns Maupassant to an asylum and Sartre to his grave. A paean to the glories of French literature, art, landscape, food and wine, En Route is a heartfelt exploration of where the country finds itself after so many centuries at the centre of European life. ***'En Route is a tour de force.' Christopher de Bellaigue, author of The Lion House'What bliss to travel France in the company of such great writers – including Peter Fiennes, the wittiest companion anyone could hope for.' Alex von Tunzelmann, author of Fallen Idols'Fascinating, funny and elegiac.' Sofka Zinovieff, author of Eurydice Street
The American Civil War, 3rd edition
A fully revised and updated guide to America's bloodiest and most divisive conflict - 165 years on.
Comprehensive and packed with contemporary paintings, photographs, maps, and important artefacts, The American Civil War explores the history, causes, and consequences of the war - with eyewitness accounts from soldiers and civilians, profiles of military leaders and other key figures, and timelines that give an overview of the changing course of the fighting.
Fully revised and updated, The American Civil War is packed with information on the course of the battle and locations of particular importance, with detailed coverage of related topics such as slavery and the treatment of wounded soldiers, providing a rich and detailed account of one of the most controversial conflicts ever fought.
In this book you will find:
More than 500 images, including dramatic battlefield paintings and photographs, and galleries of weapons, equipment, and other artefacts
First-hand accounts of the conflict from soldiers and civilians alike
Fascinating biographies of important figures - from Abraham Lincoln to Jefferson Davis
Detailed coverage of broader subjects, such as the treatment of prisoners, and what the war meant for women, American Indians, and Black Americans
Publishing in 2026, ahead of America 250 - the 250th anniversary of the founding of the USA -alongside DK's The American Revolution and The History of the USA Year by Year, this is the ultimate guide to the American civil war, which started 65 years later in 1861.
Such a Nice Girl
Get ready for your new obsession - pre-order the gripping new thriller from the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Andrea Mara.Everyone has secrets. Even your daughter…The morning after a family wedding, Siobhan and Grace, her best friend of thirty years, go to the pool-house to wake up their twenty-four-year-old daughters, who are also best friends. Only they open the door and the room is empty - the girls have vanished without a trace.They search the house, the grounds, but neither girl can be found. Then Siobhan and Grace discover something shocking. Something inexplicable. Something that suggests one of their daughters is going to kill the other. And that’s before they find out what really happened late last night.They need to work together to find their daughters. But they can’t help but wonder: which girl is the killer and which is the victim?
BEANO Betty and the Yeti: Disasters of Disguise
Come on a series of wild adventures with Betty and Yeti! Are Yeti’s disguises enough to make them blend in, or will the disasters they cause be too much of a giveaway? Yeti has become a slob – a very STINKY slob that just so happens to be messing up Betty's bedroom and disrupting her peace. So when Dad suggests she goes outside more, Betty decides to make it her mission to get Yeti out of her room and experiencing everything Beanotown has to offer … But can Beanotown survive everything Yeti has to offer in return? Join Betty and Yeti for another year of disasters of disguise! "Betty and the Yeti is funny, furry and fantastic! Hilarious and wonderfully silly, Betty and her Yeti are comic heroes in the making. A brilliant book, and Hugh is a certified comic genius!” – Jamie Smart, author of Bunny vs Monkey and Looshkin
Skin
From acting as the body’s first line of defence to regulating body temperature, your skin plays a crucial role in your overall healthJoin consultant dermatologist Dr Emma Craythorne MBChB FRCP as she reveals the science behind your largest vital organ, showing you how to look after your skin through different lifestages, manage common skin-related concerns and conditions, and achieve radiant, resilient skin throughout your life. Packed with research-backed answers to topics including how stress affects acne, what makes up the skin microbiome, and what causes skin to age the quickest, this book will empower you to make informed choices that will benefit your skin and wider wellbeing. Within this comprehensive handbook, you will find:Essential know-how: how the skin works, its functions, and its structureEasy-to-follow advice: how to adapt your diet, sleep, exercise, and skincare regime to keep your skin healthier for longerExpert guidance: how to manage conditions including eczema, acne, and allergiesScience-based insight: how treatments such as botox and chemical peels work and how effective they actually areWhether you’re seeking reassurance on how to manage a skin concern, searching for answers to combat misinformation, or you simply want to uncover the science beneath the surface, this pocket-sized owner’s guide is perfect for anyone looking to understand and protect their skin for decades to come. _________The Body Literacy Library has sold tens of thousands of copies globally. Complete your collection with:Breasts: An Owner’s GuideGut: An Owner’s GuideHeart: An Owner’s GuideBrain: An Owner’s Guide_________Dr Emma Craythorne MBChB FRCP is a consultant dermatologist, laser surgeon, and trustee for the Cosmetic Practice Standards Authority. She is the host of the hugely popular television show Bad Skin Clinic (known as Save My Skin in the USA), now in its eighth series.
Lest We Forget
A moving account of how war is remembered – and by whom 'Impressive. A hundred individual histories, skillfully assembled, built into a poignant meditation on why they still matter' David Olusoga 'Brilliant' Piers Morgan Bestselling historian Tessa Dunlop travels the length and breadth of the United Kingdom on a quest to uncover a story of national warring and national mourning, of fighting each other and of fighting together. Along the way, she summons a stellar cast of veterans, military experts and families of the fallen to reveal what our monuments and war heroes say about us, both then and now. Why did Scotland take nearly 600 years to commemorate its most famous freedom fighter? When did Wellington become anti-Establishment? Who are the Glorious Dead? Can the Cenotaph stay above politics? And how do you commemorate contested, asymmetrical wars? Through powerful veteran testimony from individuals such as Falklands hero Simon Weston and HRH The Duke of Kent, Tessa brings to life the pride and the pain of commemoration across these isles. Lest We Forget, freedom is not free. 'In this wonderfully incisive, moving and timely book about commemoration, Dunlop breathes life into 100 British monuments – some famous, others less so – that together reveal our island story. A stunning achievement.' Saul David
The Wisdom of Charlotte Bronte
‘Cheerfulness is a matter which depends fully as much on the state of things within, as on the state of things without and around us.’From Jane Eyre to Lucy Snowe, Charlotte Brontë’s heroines think deeply on how to live a fulfilling life, often expressing passionate beliefs, heartfelt advice and pragmatic philosophy. This inspirational selection of short quotations, revealing their – and their author’s – innermost thoughts on early Victorian times, remains surprisingly relevant to us today. Drawn from Jane Eyre, Villette, Shirley and The Professor, the quotations cover a wide range of themes including happiness, love, feminism, work, truth, feelings and prejudice. This thought-provoking book, first published in 1912, is a delightful gift for anyone who loves to read Brontë’s novels.
Berlin
Written by one of the world's leading experts on the Eastern Front, this captivating history explores the final battle for Berlin and the heart of Germany. This sweeping saga takes us from the banks of the River Oder as the Red Army begins it relentless drive towards the still beating heart of the Third Reich: Berlin. Only the Seelow Heights stood between the Soviet forces and the capital. Over the course of three days in May 1945 almost one million Soviet troops would attack these final entrenched positions. Once these defences were breached it was guaranteed that a bitter street-by-street battle would take place in the city itself between a vengeful Red Army and desperate, fanatical Nazis until final capitulation. Using vivid first-hand accounts, Prit Buttar reveals the brutal combat that defined the final death throes of the Third Reich. Not only was the outcome of the war at stake. As the Red Army rolled into Berlin this was already a foregone conclusion even if it would take its toll in blood. Already battle lines for the forthcoming Cold War were being drawn. Stalin, fearful that the Western Powers would not honour their agreements, was determined to have boots on the ground to ensure his control of what would become the Soviet occupation zone. Berlin: Endgame 1945 is the brilliant account of the ferocious climax to World War II and a chilling prologue to the Cold War.
Win, Lose or Die
*From the acclaimed author of Ragged Edge*Road racers don't race for money; they race for the sheer rush of it. Skimming stone walls at speeds of over 200mph on bumpy, treacherous public roads with no room for errors offers a buzz like nothing else on earth. This is sport at its rawest, fastest, and most lethal. The Isle of Man TT and motorcycle road racing events like the North West 200, the Ulster Grand Prix, the Macau Grand Prix, and the Cookstown 100 are known for their uncompromising brutality and provide some of the greatest highs and the most tragic of lows seen in any sporting field. There are only three possible outcomes for riders: win, lose, or die. It's that basic; it's that savage. Over the years, some of the biggest names in motorcycle racing have tackled 'pure roads' events, including Geoff Duke, Mike Hailwood, Giacomo Agostini, Joey Dunlop, Carl Fogarty, and even the great Barry Sheene. Their modern counterparts, like John McGuinness and Michael Dunlop, continue to push speeds higher and higher, the risks increasing with every mph gained, year on year. Faster, faster, faster. Through a host of exclusive interviews with riders, mechanics, team bosses, and race organisers, Win, Lose or Die takes readers behind the scenes of one of the world's most dangerous sports, revealing the triumphs and tragedies, the blood, the guts, the sweat, and the tears that are involved in winning a road race. This is extreme sport at its most extreme and the definitive look at the biggest, most lethal, motorcycle road races from around the world.
Fairy Door Diaries: Eliza and the Hobgoblins
Eliza's second adventure on the other side of the fairy door is packed with tricks, pranks and mischievous hobgoblins – an enchanting tale by the award-winning author of the Judy Moody series. What’s that? Eliza hears faint music coming from behind the teeny-tiny fairy door in her room. So she presses her ear to the door and – shwoosh! –is whisked into the red, rocky land of hobgoblins, leaving behind her messy room and her mother's orders to clean up! Luckily, Eliza discovers that the pointy-hatted hobs love to play, love a mess and can grant wishes. But when she wishes that Hobby, Nobby and Tobby would help clean her room, she learns that what hobgoblins actually love is playing tricks. Maybe Eliza needs to play a trick of her own to put an end to their mischief-making...
Marc Marquez: Everything or Nothing
*THE INCREDIBLE COMEBACK STORY OF THE 2025 MOTOGP WORLD CHAMPION*Marc Márquez is the apex predator of the MotoGP world: arguably the greatest motorcycle racer who ever lived, he is a nine-time world champion. He is the man who dethroned Valentino Rossi, and who changed the sport of MotoGP forever. Márquez's hyper aggressive riding style has made him many enemies, his epic championship battle with Valentino Rossi in 2015 led to one of the most controversial moments in the history of MotoGP and his closely-fought battle with his brother, Alex, for the 2025 title capped off an astonishing sporting comeback story. But his story off the track is just as incredible: devastating accidents, surgeries and recoveries, racing on despite a diagnosis that left him knowing one more head injury could leave him blind. His self-admittedly ruthless personality and desire to win make him an explosive, dominant and at times controversial character. Told by bestselling author Stuart Barker, with the insight of rivals, team members, pundits, managers and many close to his story, this is the a story of pure sporting theatre and white-knuckle speed twinned with real human drama. Marc Marquez: Everything or Nothing is the Márquez told in full for the very first time.
Max and the Haircut
Max is going for a haircut – but Wendy’s Hairdressing Salon is too bright and noisy. He doesn’t like the cold water spray, the too-tight cloth round his shoulders or the spiky hair clips. It’s all just too much for Max and he shouts, “STOP!” But Wendy has a wonderful idea. Maybe a cat, a soft cushion and some bubbles could make a haircut fun after al? his beautiful, sensitively told story is perfect for any child anxious about having their hair cut.
Brat Summer
Our favorite hot dog is back, ready for a silly and funny Brät Summer packed with splashes at the beach, road trips, and all the best festive adventures!Weenie loves summer and is ready for fun! But what should they get up to in the warm summer sun? Who should they see? What should they do? There are so many activities they want to get to... You’ve read the sweetly spooky Happy Halloweenie and you’ve felt festive air in Relish the Season. Now, our favorite hot dog pal is getting ready for summer! In this new story, follow Weenie as they travel far by plane, road trip nearby, mega splash in a pool, run through a sprinkler, kick back with tunes, or dance close to the stage! Wherever summer takes Weenie, it’s sure to be a grillin’ hot time!
The Bone Mother
When reporter Martha Strangeways is called into investigate the discovery of body parts on a remote railway track, she’s drawn into a strange case, as her own past comes back to haunt her… The atmospheric, critically acclaimed series continues… Martha Strangeways has settled into a quiet life in Strathbran, after the horrific events that traumatised the village a year earlier: her son, Dougie is at university, her friend Orla will give birth at any minute, and she’s becoming ever closer to her ex, Jamie. But all this is turned upside down when her friend at Glasgow CID, DI Derek Summers, calls on her to help with a truly disturbing case: a human ear, with an unusual Celtic earring, has been found next to a railway line in the Highlands. And when the body of a young woman wearing matching jewellery turns up at a landmark church shortly after, the mystery only deepens. Why has she been laid out in such a ritualistic fashion? Does her trek along the little-known Cailleach Way have anything to do with her demise? And who is running the Facebook Group where she posted details of her journey to the shrine of the Bone Mother goddess? As Martha tries to unpick the threads, she soon finds herself entwined with a ghost from her own past, and in conflict with the owner of a company committed to a huge hydroelectric scheme that threatens to destroy the goddess’s sacred land. With Halloween approaching, and someone determined to protect the goddess at all costs, can Martha and Summers catch the killer before they strike again – and this time much closer to home…?
Dark is the Morning
Sometimes love isn’t where you belongIn a mountain village in the Abruzzo region of Italy, Gino, a troubled young man, realises that his childhood sweetheart Franca can give his life the happiness and stability he needs. They seem made for each other, and move to a remote house in the countryside - but there is something in Franca’s past that haunts Gino. Descending into pathological jealousy and resentment towards a married man who had been Franca’s lover, Gino is unable to stop himself imagining the worst, and embarks on a violent path that has catastrophic consequences. Shifting between tenderness and paranoia, beauty and tragedy, this is an extraordinary novel from one of the UK’s most unpredictable and celebrated writers.
Marcie and Giraffe
Marcie has painted a picture of Giraffe. At first, she loves it! But when Giraffe paints a picture of Marcie, she's not so sure. "Your art is better than mine . . ." she sighs, before making a series of FIERCE and SCRIBBLY pictures that capture her inner turmoil. Can Marcie and Giraffe find a way to make art togethe? n this joyful debut, Kim Gregory boldly explores what it feels like to compare yourself to others. Her energetic illustrations in vibrant primary colours bring Marcie and Giraffe to life in style. Full of warmth and personality, this hilarious duo will inspire you to embrace mistakes, express ideas with confidence and discover the messy magic of making art with friends. Perfect for fans of Ish by Peter H. Reynolds, Beautiful Oops! by Barney Saltzberg, Mix It Up! by Hervé Tullet, and The Artist by Ed Vere, this picture book is a must-read for any child learning to trust and celebrate their own creative voice.
Ban Ban's Bakery
'A delicious, heartwarming hug of a book' – Beatrice Blue (author of Once Upon a Unicorn Horn)Ban Ban the bunny dreams of starting her own bakery, full of the delicious treats she makes with her Grandma. Finally, it’s opening time, and everything is going well until… Oh no! What’s that burning in the ove? haos ensues as Ban Ban struggles to calm the impatient customers, but with the help of a clever baby hamster, everybody bands together to help Ban Ban create the warm and welcoming bakery she's always dreamed of, just in time for a very special guest. This cute and uplifting story about the power of friendship and community is the debut picture book from London-based illustrator Elena Hiroko Magee and her much-loved creation, Ban Ban the bunny. Cosy up with this beautiful book, full of sweet characters and delicious bakes. There’s even a guide for how to make your very own Ban Ban cake at the end!
Bobby Bains Ain’t Playing
When the girls are banned from the five-a-side tournament, young Sikh footballer Bobby Bains rallies his teammates to make a stand in this uplifting tale of solidarity from Bali Rai. Football-mad Bobby and his friend Maisie are excited to hear about a new five-a-side tournament – especially as it’s happening on Diwali, or Bandi Chhor Divas as Sikhs call it! After getting their teams together, however, Maisie is told she’s not allowed to take part. Hers is the only girls’ side to have entered and they’re not allowed to play against the boys. How unfair is that? Bobby can’t believe it, and he comes up with a plan to make a stand. But will he be able to convince anyone to join him? Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
