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The Quiet
‘Riveting. Martin weaves an inspired premise into an engrossing and wholly original adventure’ – Ernest Cline, author of Ready Player OneA mother's love can be deafening . . . Isaac is Hannah’s entire world. If she lets her guard down, he will be taken from her. When the Soundfield arrived twenty years ago, the world changed with it. Now, people are forced to live at night due to the deadly heat, food and water are scarce, and everyday life is punctuated by a constant and disconcerting hum. Hannah spent her early career working on the enigma of the Soundfield, looking for answers; now, she focuses all her energy on keeping Isaac living, not just alive. To do so, she will have to lie to the people she knows and hope she can trust the ones she doesn't. The only thing more dangerous than her lies, is the truth of what she has done. ‘As fascinating as it was terrifying’ – Holly Seddon, author of The Woman on the Bridge‘The Quiet took my breath away. gripping, fiercely intelligent and quietly heartbreaking. I will think of Isaac for a long time to come’ – Emma Kavanagh, author of To Catch A Killer ‘A clever and unique dystopian premise, this was spare and tense, gripping and heartbreaking’ – Louise Swanson, author of End of Story
A Whole New Human
Derek Rydall, the author behind The Abundance Project, offers an empowering and actionable guide for workers, creators, leaders, and educators to unlock their full potential and not only survive but thrive in the AI era. As AI accelerates beyond human capabilities, the real threat isn’t that machines will replace us—it’s that we will become more like them, losing the very qualities that define us. Every technological advancement, from calculators to GPS, has eroded essential human capacities, weakening our ability to think critically, create, and adapt. Now, with AI poised to surpass us in nearly every task, we face an existential crisis: How do we flourish as humans in a world where machines can outperform us? Derek Rydall’s A Whole New Human is an essential, practical guide to navigating this global seismic shift. Blending ancient wisdom, cutting-edge science, and decades of human development research, Rydall offers a step-by-step road map for unlocking our innate potential and evolving alongside AI. Embrace the superintelligence within you!
This Bright Life
SHORTLISTED FOR THE SALTIRE AWARD 2025'Life-affirming' JANICE HALLETT'Full of compassion and hope' ELISSA SOAVE'A masterpiece' CAROLE HAILEYMargaret - an elderly widow who just wants to be left with her memories and her quiet, contained life. Claire - newly divorced, downsizing into the neighbourhood and way too busy to mend a broken heart. Gerard - a tearaway twelve-year-old who hates his name but loves his little brother and sister. Gerard is a bright kid, but trouble always follows him. No one really knows what it's like at home; he's used to carrying a lot on his small shoulders. Gerard doesn't always make good decisions. One morning, he makes a very bad one, upending not just his world, but the lives of Margaret and Claire too. Both heart-breaking and life-affirming, This Bright Life is a story of messy lives, second chances and the many hands it takes to build a boy.
Appointment in Paris
ONE OF FINANCIAL TIMES AND THE TIMES BEST FICTION BOOKS OF 2025'Blends a wholly convincing evocation of the period with a compelling narrative' The Times'After their riveting debut in Vienna, Fox and Fry are back in compelling fashion to navigate their way through a shadowy world of espionage and murder. Danger and secrecy lurk in every page of this classy novel' ALEX GERLIS, author of EVERY SPY A TRAITOR'An enthralling read' Financial Times'Suspenseful, romantic, atmospheric and clever . . . Thynne's storytelling is hugely enjoyable escapism' AMANDA CRAIG, author of THE THREE GRACES'Deeply researched but lightly told, this book had me on the edge of my seat. Absolutely cracking stuff' CLARE MULLEY, author of AGENT ZOFollowing an acclaimed debut outing, Harry Fox, an MI5 Watcher, now suspended, and his associate Stella Fry are reunited during Britain's darkest hour in this gripping espionage thriller. April 1940, and Britain is in turmoil. Chamberlain's government is faltering, and a German invasion may be only weeks away. A body, wearing the uniform of a Luftwaffe captain, is found in the grounds of Trent Park - a stately home and now a prison to house high level German POWs. Trent Park's true purpose, however, is intelligence, gathered covertly from prisoners by secret listeners. The morning after the discovery of the body, one of the listeners goes missing, along with a gun from the firing range. Horrified that this could blow the highly confidential operation wide open, the missing man must be tracked down. Cue Harry Fox, a former MI5 Watcher, now suspended. He is desperate to assist the war effort but he's over the conscription age. Then his former boss gets in touch with a job for him, to track down the missing man. But, he stipulates, it must also involve Harry's former associate, Stella Fry. Stella returns home from work in the blackout to find a crowd outside her flat. She is told that a young woman in the building has had a fatal accident. The dead woman is called Stella Fry. Outraged, Stella suspects that this is the work of her erstwhile friend, Harry Fox. But why on earth would he go to such lengths to contact her?
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Rémisztő grafikonok, átláthatatlan műszaki ábrák, akadémiai fotóművészeti szaknyelv? Az Ezt a könyvet kell elolvasnod, ha jó fotókat akarsz készíteni mindezek nélkül, tiszta és érthető nyelven vezet be a kompozíció, az expozíció, a fény, a lencsék és a leglényegesebb tudás: a látás művészetének világába.
Tudásanyaga a tükörreflexes, a kompakt és a bridge fényképezőgépek birtokosainak egyaránt hasznos, a gyakorlati tanácsok és a világhírű fotóművészek ikonikus fotói pedig arra sarkallnak, hogy késlekedés nélkül hasznosítsuk az olvasottakat, és lőjünk professzionális képeket!
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Henri Cartier-Bresson
Martin Parr
Sebastiao Salgado
Nadav Kander
Daido Moriyama
Elaine Constantine
Ansel Adams
Guy Bourdin
Dorothea Lange
Bill Brandt
Renaissance Polish Armies 1492–1569
This fully illustrated study assesses the armies of Poland at war in the first half of the 16th century, during the transition from feudal to standing forces. Against a background of almost continual warfare, the 80 years after 1492 witnessed the slow transformation of Polish forces from feudal levies to standing armies. The bloody struggle between Poles, Lithuanians, Hungarians, Muscovites, Cossacks, Turks and Tatars culminated in the Union of Lublin in 1569, uniting the Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania. This crucial period in Polish military history saw the introduction and development of famous troop categories such as the Polish hussars, and a tactical transformation with the introduction of foot and mounted hand-gunners to replace crossbowmen. Drawing upon a wealth of sources, the author explains Polish armies' methods of recruitment; their organizational structure, and that of units of different troop categories; their weapons, armour and equipment; and their strategies and tactics. In this engaging book, specially commissioned artwork and rare illustrations combine with authoritative text to bring this under-researched subject to life for an English-language audience.
Ask Me
LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2026'Stunningly poetic and vulnerable . . . If this book doesn’t change your perspective on relationships, nothing will’ GILLIAN ANDERSON'A fascinating and big-hearted portrait of sex, intimacy and non-monogamy' CLOVER STROUD'Will leave you thrilled and humming with possibility' YAEL VAN DER WOUDEN'A candid and insightful perspective on love in all its forms' STYLIST''Written with verve and style, connecting sexual freedom to a rich, multi-faceted ancestry' NANA DARKOA SEKYIAMAH'A brave and elegantly executed memoir about the power of writing your own rules, shaking off shame and fighting for a marriage to work' THE TIMES What if you dared to want more – from love, from life, from yoursel? eepa Paul rises from her boyfriend’s bed in the early hours of dawn. She gets dressed, slips awaywith a kiss and cycles home, where she is welcomed lovingly by her husband. There isn’t a glimmer of shame, deception or guilt, only the honesty and compassion needed to make this kind of lifepossible – even if it wasn’t always this easy. Whose idea was it? What are the rules? Are you ever jealous? Deepa answers these questions openly and tenderly, as she seeks truths that many of us long to discover, but few dare to ask. Is there more to life and love than what I’ve always known? Do I deserve it? Is it worth i? ntimate and bold, this is one woman’s story of becoming, of desire and of identity, and of finding the answers she believed she deserved – one question at a time. *Previously published in hardback as Ask Me How It Works: Love in an Open Marriage*
The British Library Book of Fairy Tales
A beautiful hardback gift treasury of fairy tales from all around the world, ideal for families to read together. These stories have been written in partnership with the British Library with gorgeous cover art from the award-winning illustrator, Freya Hartas, as well as stunning colour interior artwork from other illustrators too. Try to outsmart the Wolf with Little Red Riding Hood and laugh at the mischievous Magic Porridge Pot before being swept away to faraway lands whilst reading the Japanese fairy tale, Urashima Taro, and the traditional Russian story of Vasilia the Beautiful. The British Library Book of Fairy Tales is the perfect gift for those who love to be transported into fantastical stories that are sure to spark to imagination of the younger generation.
Die Trying
Do you believe in fate? When Jemma leaves husband Adam for another man, his world shatters. Desperate to regain control, Adam turns to the glass die he once used to make every decision. Meanwhile, Jemma's lost her sense of self. Every choice she makes is tempting her to risk everything to find her spark again. At first, it's just a game. Adam's die becomes the centrepiece of a wellness podcast he starts with an old friend. But when interest spreads online and others are drawn into its dangerous orbit, Adam's obsession takes a darker turn. As his painful past threatens to overturn the present, Adam loses his grip on reality and one final roll could decide everything – life, death, or the illusion of choice itself… DIE TRYING is an addictive, twisting pageturner that asks how far we'll go when we gamble with fate, and the devastating impact a single decision can unleash. Praise for DIE TRYING 'Thought-provoking, dark, compelling with a premise to DIE for. If you ask fate to save your ailing marriage, how far will you let it take you?' TAMMY COHEN 'A book that will stay with me for a long time. The premise is clever but the execution may be cleverer still – bringing the fascinating concept of the die, fate and how much we can really control as human beings into a 2026 space of wellness podcasts, decision overwhelm and toxic masculinity. A brilliant job, by a brilliant author’ CAROLINE CORCORAN 'A brilliant study of chancing fate, and the internal madness it brings. Pacy, and tender, and beautifully written' L. V. MATTHEWS
It’s Not What You Think
Don''t miss the utterly gripping new thriller from Sunday Times bestselling author Clare Mackintosh!He has a secret. She knows he’s lying…YOU THINK YOU KNOW THE PEOPLE YOU LOVENadeeka is certain Jamie is having an affair. She knows the tell-tale signs.She’s been here before.YOU THINK YOU KNOW WHO YOU CAN TRUSTWhen Jamie claims to be at work late, she knows he’s lying. He’s with another woman, and she’s determined to catch him in the act.YOU THINK YOU KNOW HOW THE STORY ENDSBut when Nadeeka arrives home to confront him, Jamie can''t explain himself. The house has become a crime scene…Jamie is dead.IT’S NOT WHAT YOU THINKPraise for Clare Mackintosh:''No one writes a twist like Clare Mackintosh'' ? PAULA HAWKINS''Compulsive, thrilling and just so beautifully done'' ? LISA JEWELL''A major talent'' ? LEE CHILD''So many jaw-dropping twists and turns'' ? LUCY FOLEY''I can’t stop thinking about it'' ? LIANNE MORIARTY''Arresting, ingenious'' ? SUNDAY TIMES''Dark, devilish, witty and wonderful'' ? CHRIS WHITAKER''Gripping, intense and thought-provoking'' ? KARIN SLAUGHTER
Queen of the Night Sky
The sequel to The Starlight Heir and the epic conclusion to the romantasy duology that Rebecca Yarros calls, “a breathtaking, sexy romantasy full of twists and adventure.”The Kingdom of Oryndhr has been saved by the will of the Royal Stars. But King Roshan, once Sura’s best friend and chosen love, has changed. She can sense corruption growing in him, and her own magic is being twisted by his command to dangerous ends. As dreams of her strange shadow guardian return in force, she is left unsure of her path—and of her heart. When an attempt on her life leads to her rescue on the back of an azdaha, the dragon-like creature she once thought a myth, Sura truly finds herself in uncharted territory—in a land far beyond Oryndhyr’s borders. Everlea is full of magic, ruled by the deadly and enigmatic Night King, Darrius. And to Sura’s shock, Darrius is none other than the man in her dreams…and possibly her soul fated mate. As a prophecy unfolds, the old gods awaken, and a war between kingdoms looms, Sura has no choice: she must fully embrace her destiny as Starkeeper and the entirety of her power before it’s too late. But all power comes at a cost…and darkness has a way of slithering into the smallest spaces. Queen of the Night Sky is a lush, fast-paced, why-choose MFM romantasy that will leave you breathless, featuring:Open door spice“Why choose” tropeYearning and heartacheWorld inspired by Indian and Persian mythology
An Army of Lovers Cannot Fail
A friendship is a filiation we choose. It holds love and laughter; it can extend our sense of the possible. Moved to honour a form of relation often subordinated to romantic and familial ties, and to explore a part of her own history, Hélene Giannecchini pieces together an alternative genealogy of queer ancestors.
In searching and sensitive prose, she sifts the past to bring existences deemed ‘marginal’ into communion with each other, traces of which may remain only in memory and archival fragments. Roving from Casa Susanna, a space of freedom from persecution in McCarthyite North America, to the diary of a man living with HIV in France, and to the life and work of pioneering lesbian photographer Donna Gottschalk, each narrative counters oblivion through loving acts of witness. A slantwise gathering of queer life and activism in the twentieth century, interspersed with images encountered by chance, An Army of Lovers Cannot Fail establishes friendship as a vital political force and offers a moving testament to its liberatory power.
The Irish Midwife at War
In the chaos of war, can their love survive? 1939. Kathleen Gallagher is training to be a handywoman - an illegal midwife in West Belfast - when war is declared. As soon as a call goes out for volunteers to join the home front, she jumps at the chance to aid the ambulance service. She won't let her community down when they need her the most. When Liam Flynn, the older brother of her best friend - and her very first kiss - also volunteers, the two of them are suddenly thrown together once more. Kathleen still dreams of the bells ringing in the New Year and the snow falling as their lips brushed, all those years ago. But she has a secret. And it's one that means they can never be together . . . But with the Belfast Blitz raining chaos and destruction, and the volunteers pushed to their limits, the pair can't help but grow closer, the secrets of their past starting to feel insignificant against the backdrop of war. In the middle of it all, can Kathleen overcome her worries, and finally let herself fall in love? This historical romance feels like Call the Midwife, but set in Ireland. Perfect for fans of Dilly Court, Anna Jacobs, Rosie Goodwin and Mandy Robotham. Readers are already loving the first Irish Midwives book . . . 'A gripping story, I couldn't put this one down and read it in one day!' ? 'A brilliant book that keeps you hooked' ? 'An excellent story . . . a most interesting insight into the lives and work of midwives throughout the 1930s' ? 'I read it in a matter of hours. The writing was excellent' ? 'A lovely read. Very interesting and as it was set in Ireland made it different. Gave me an insight into how things worked in this era' ?
A Time to Hide
When Grete and Julius fell in love, they planned to build a new life together in Germany, near their families. They never thought they’d be forced to wear yellow stars for everyone to identify them as Jews, use forged papers with fake names, or hide in a stranger’s attic in Holland—with their newborn baby just downstairs, in plain sight of the Nazis. Author Marion Seidemann Fredman chronicles the story of her parents’ experience through the horrors of World War II and how they survived by taking life into their own hands. Each page weaves a story of its own through historical papers, photographs, documents, and other pieces saved and passed down from one generation to the next. Combined with gorgeously painted artwork by nationally acclaimed author and illustrator Elisa Kleven, the effect renders a uniquely poignant depiction of Jewish life during the Holocaust. Also included at the back is a glossary and an author’s note. From leaving home for temporary safety in Holland, finding help from brave, self-sacrificing individuals, and defying incredible danger to have a baby when surrounded by enemies, Seidemann’s story serves as a powerful reminder of a past not too long ago and the importance in keeping stories and memories alive.
Mischlinge
A FORGOTTEN MANUSCRIPT. A FAMILY SECRET. AND THE URGENT NEED TO TELL THE WORLD ABOUT THE CHILDREN HITLER WANTED DEAD. THE TRUE STORY OF THE MISCHLINGE. Mischling (plural: Mischlinge): a cruel, derogatory term created by the Nazi regime to brand those of 'mixed blood'; children born to both Jewish and Aryan parents and grandparents. A word designed to degrade, divide and deny humanity. Berlin, 1935. A knock sounds at the Bernstein family's door. Eight-year-old Edie answers it to two Gestapo officials, who issue an unthinkable ultimatum; Edie's mother must divorce her Jewish husband – for the supposed 'protection' of her children. They hear the word Mischlinge for the first time. And from that moment on. it becomes a stain that seeps into every corner of their existence. Teachers and classmates gradually turn against Edie and her big brother Heini. Neighbours begin disappearing in the night. With each passing day, the circle tightens – until there is no safe place at home or on the streets. As antisemitic laws multiply and people around them disappear, Edie and Heini are dragged into a world of interrogation, surveillance and fear. Every knock at the door threatens separation. Every whisper risks arrest. Yet even as the Nazis close in, Edie and Heini refuse to let go of one another. 'Perhaps the most remarkable untold history of the Holocaust. Sharon Ring has done her mum proud with this brilliant – and utterly terrifying – story. A story so unlikely that it reads like a novel – yet every word is true.' – Rory Clements
The Other Mother
A courageous story about a mother in crisis from one of Norway's most exciting writers, for readers of Boulder and Detransition, BabySilje Marie has been keeping a secret from her wife. She loves one of her sons more than the other.In their sleepy suburb of Oslo, she's given Henry and Olav the childhood she never had: organic cotton clothing, a house by the forest, apple pies baked with Grandma on summer afternoons.But when Silje Marie stays behind to clear the house for an upcoming renovation, buried thoughts resurface. She is haunted by the sense that only one of her children truly feels like her own-an admission that would destroy her wife, Helene. Worse still, there is the other mother. A woman befriended in secret, whose son's resemblance to Henry is impossible to ignore.Spiky, daring and feverishly intense, this is a story about the complex confinement and joy of family life, and a mother drawn towards dismantling the home she has fought so hard to build.'Raises impressive ruminations on the nature of this ownership we call love' Kenan Orhan, author of The Renovation'Brave, well-written, distinctive' Morgenbladet'Exceptionally powerful' Vart Land'Digs deep into the gnarly emotions hidden behind domesticity' Szilvia Molnar, author of The Nursery
Of Thorn & Briar
*** THE INSTANT TOP TEN BESTSELLER ***HIGHLY COMMENDED FOR THE 2025 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING SHORTLISTED FOR THE RICHARD JEFFERIES AWARDPaul Lamb is a hedgelayer. He lives in his wagon and works to the rhythm of the seasons, a way of life that has almost vanished. From the end of summer until the birds nest in the spring, he travels the south-west corner of England, maintaining the ancient boundaries of our nation. As traditional management techniques are lost to modernisation, hedgerows and the wildlife they support have declined dramatically. Paul has devoted decades to saving and rejuvenating this important but often forgotten part of Britain's countryside. Of Thorn & Briar is Paul’s spellbinding account of living in partnership with the land, practising his craft with skill and preserving our heritage for future generations. Once you’ve read it, you will never look at the humble hedgerow in the same way again. ‘[A] beguiling book . . . this spare but elegant account is an unexpected delight, and as soothing as a walk down a tree-dappled lane at sunset’ Daily Mail ‘Gentle, evocative and compelling’ Patrick Barkham, The Oldie ‘This is a delightful book and one that deserves to enter the pantheon of distinguished Nature writing’ Country Life
Grand Expectations
The wise guide to navigating family life as a grandparentGrandparents are more important in families than ever before, with millions providing free childcare. But while the joys of being a grandparent are widely celebrated, the challenges and dilemmas are often overlooked. What should you do if you don’t agree with your daughter-in-law’s parenting? Is it possible to build a close relationship with grandchildren when you live far apart? And above all, how do you juggle your own ambitions with your family’s needs? Celia Dodd speaks to grandmothers, grandfathers and adult children and draws on the latest research to help both generations negotiate what can at times be an emotional minefield. Grand Expectations shows how grandparents can harvest their wisdom and experience in nurturing these precious relationships.
I Want Everything
The things in life that really matter aren't actually THINGS at all!Big Ghost wants ALL the things! Except, do they, really? Luckily, Little Ghost is there to ask all the right questions (such as: ‘Do you want an actual octopus as a hat?’) to gently guide Big Ghost to the realisation that maybe what they really want is a friend to help them out when they get in a pickle. A gorgeous celebration of the things in life that really matter from picture book superstar, Sophy Henn. Perfect for fans of The Colour Monster by Anna Llenas, Tom Percival's Big Bright Feelings series and The Whale Who Wanted More by Rachel Bright and Jim Field. Ideal for encouraging conversations about wanting thingsFunny characters and bold, colourful artworkStriking speech bubble design for a conversational feel!Praise for I Hate Everything: “Such a funny, relatable book about tricky moods… Sophy's illustrations always leap off the page.” Nadia Shireen, author of Barbara Throws a Wobbler and Grimwood. Also in this series:I Hate Everything!Other Simon & Schuster picture book treasures from Sophy Henn: The Best Worst Day EverThe Music in Me
