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An Egyptian Pyramid: Spectacular Visual Guides
Step inside one of history's most astonishing engineering feats with An Egyptian Pyramid, a richly illustrated journey through the construction, purpose and secrets of an ancient royal tomb. Drawing on archaeological evidence, this Spectacular Visual Guide follows a pyramid from its earliest foundations to its gleaming final form-revealing how its site was chosen, how colossal stones were quarried and moved, and how craftsmen and thousands of labourers worked together to raise a monument fit for a pharaoh. Cutaways, diagrams and vivid reconstructions bring each stage to life: the bustling workers' town at Kahun; the organisation of building crews; the carving of mortuary temples; the rituals surrounding death, mummification and burial; and the vast "city of the dead" surrounding the pyramids. Packed with historical detail, clear explanations and stunning artwork, this is an accessible, authoritative introduction to Ancient Egypt - perfect for curious readers, school projects and anyone fascinated by the ancient world.
One Amazing Story
A MAGICAL NEW PICTURE BOOK CELEBRATING THE POWER OF STORIES FROM THE ONE AND ONLY RICHARD JONES! Beginning with one magical tree, at the foot of which two kind children find a lost little moon dragon, Richard Jones’s stunning new book weaves a tale filled with adventure, kindness and courage. Counting every story element up to a family of 10 soaring moon dragons, Jones then brings both reader and children home in one amazing story.
The Legend of Meneka
A spicy romantasy steeped in Indian Mythology. Across the realms, celestial dancers known as apsaras are revered for their beauty, allure, and enchanting magic. But Meneka knows that is not all they are. They are weapons – warriors – seducing their targets for Lord Indra, the king of heaven, for his political gain. When a mortal’s growing powers threaten Lord Indra’s supremacy, Meneka seizes a rare opportunity and strikes a deal. If she can seduce this dangerous man, Indra will grant her what she most desires: her freedom. But upon meeting the mortal Kaushika, Meneka finds herself captivated, despite his power threatening to destroy everything she’s ever known. Can she overthrow the man who is, little by little, stealing her heart, or is he seducing her instead and to what end? As war looms in the skies, Meneka must choose between her duty to protect her home, and the man who is showing her what love can truly mean.
Vianne
MILLION-COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR JOANNE HARRIS SENSATIONALLY RETURNS TO THE WORLD OF CHOCOLAT!
On a warm July evening, Sylviane Rochas scatters her mother's ashes in New York and lets the changing wind blow her to the French seaside town of Marseille. For the first time in her life, Vianne holds the future in her own hands. Charming her way into a job as a waitress in a local bistrot, she knows that she is not here to stay - when her child is born in a few months, she must be gone.
As she discovers the joy of cooking, making recipes her own with the addition of bittersweet chocolate spices, she realises that it possesses its own magic in this town full of secrets. Yet Vianne will never forget her mother's warning: that there is danger in revealing the true desires of those around her - and she must flee these cobbled streets before it's too late... Million-copy bestselling author Joanne Harris returns to the world of Chocolat with the long-awaited story of Vianne, which begins six years before she opens her scandalous chocolaterie in the small French village of Lansquenet.
Bunnies in a Boat
Now in sturdy board book edition with rounded corners for reading (and chewing!) out and about. Praise for Bunnies on the Bus: "A thrilling ride for younger children and their tongue-twisted parents" The Times, Children's Book of the WeekFor lively, wriggly kids who love rhyming books, animals, and all things-that-go, this fun summer holiday read has a place on every baby and toddler's first bookshelf. It's time for another wild bunny-tastic adventure! And this time, the bunnies have commandeered a BOAT! All across Sunny Town Beach, the Bunnies are dashing and a-splashing on a speedboat frenzy. They whoosh past the sail-boats, and zoooom across the sand, then it's up on to the jetty where silly billy Bunnies get all covered in spaghetti. - Perfect for transport-loving children aged 3-5 years!- Bursting with hilarious details to spot, visual subplots to follow, search-and-find elements and non-stop on-the-move action. - Funny, rhyming, read-aloud texts, with repeated join-in refrains – ideal for sharing with little ones and supporting bonding and early literacy. Collect ALL the Sunny Town Bunnies books! Bunnies on the Bus Bunnies in a SleighBunnies in a Rocket
Car Games for Clever Kids®
<p><b>With more than 100 mind-boggling puzzles to solve, this book is the perfect way for kids to keep busy while on long journeys. </b><br><br>There are sequences to solve, mazes to unravel and spot-the-differences to complete.<br><br>Written by bestselling author Dr Gareth Moore, creator of the Clever Kids® series.</p>
Fake News And How To Spot It
Learn how to spot scams and misinformation with this fun, comprehensive guide. Packed with entertaining illustrations alongside practical information, Fake News and How to Spot it helps identify many pitfalls of everyday and online life - from scams and advertising tricks, to one-sided information and image manipulation. A must-have tool to help make wise choices and navigate a fast-changing world safely and confidently. - Broad coverage of a range of topical issues, including doctored photos and videos, influencing with statistics, biased news articles and sophisticated scams. - A reassuring book for parents, aimed at empowering young people to evaluate information objectively before they act or share online. - Ideal for adults and young people alike and perfect to share with friends and family.
Gold, Silver and Bombs
When the world watches, a shadow strikes. Can anyone stop the impending chao? s the world converges on London for the 2012 Olympics, the city pulses with excitement and trepidation. Amidst the grandeur of the Games, an unseen danger lurks in the shadows, threatening to shatter the illusion of security.Tayler''s noir crime thriller delves into the heart of darkness, exploring the fragile balance between safety and chaos in a world where danger assumes many guises. With each twist and turn, the tension mounts, leaving readers breathless and questioning the very nature of security in the modern age.British security forces, already stretched to their limits by the specter of terrorism, face an unprecedented challenge. But the true peril may lie not in the anticipated threats, but in the form of a lone wolf, operating under the radar. As the authorities race against time to unravel the enigma, the stakes rise to unimaginable heights.Brace yourself for an adrenaline-fueled journey that will keep you guessing until the final page._____________________________________________________________________________Praise for The Phoenix Series:? Awesome read--don''t miss this great book!? Gritty and Compelling? Exciting Mystery/Thriller? Compelling, intense, a page-turning all night read. Fabulous!? Good Fast Paced Read? Vigilante justice at its finest
Elegy, Southwest
From the author of The Inland Sea comes a stunning new novel about a couple's road trip through the American desert for fans of Valeria Luiselli's The Lost Children Archive and Rachel Cusk.'Tremendously moving' Leslie Jamison'Enormously impressive' GuardianEloise has known two great loves: her husband, Lewis, and the desert. Together, they set off on an unforgettable road trip through the American Southwest, passing vast canyons, glittering casinos and motels fallen into decay.As Eloise documents the disappearing Colorado River, Lewis grieves his mother in the prickly terrain of his upbringing. Surrounded by loss, they cherish the miracle of having found each other, but each harbours a secret, driving them towards a destination neither is ready to face.Haunting and richly atmospheric, this is a story about whether it's ever possible to truly know those closest to us, and an elegy for a land running dry.PRAISE FOR ELEGY, SOUTHWEST:'Exquisite'TLS'Haunting and precise' Spectator'Strikingly brilliant' Heidi Julavits'Astonishingly and chillingly prescient' FT'An expansive, ambitious novel' Ellena Savage'A startlingly good writer' Amina Cain, author of Indelicacy
The Way I Loved You
The emotional new love story with a twist from Fiona Lucas, author of Always and Only You.Jess and Luke are celebrating their tenth wedding anniversary. They should be on top of the world, but a petty argument spirals, and a well-meant surprise goes wrong, resulting in a less than perfect night, and Jess sleeping alone.When she wakes the next day, Jess realises that it''s actually twelve years ago – and the day that she and Luke met. Can she find a way to fix what went wrong in their relationship as she relives their anniversaries? And can their marriage survive when she reaches number ten?
The Keys of the Kingdom
The Keys of the Kingdom is the unforgettable story of the Reverend Francis Chisholm and his fight against the snares of the world he has given up. One of A. J. Cronin’s most famous characters, we follow Chisholm from Scotland to China over the course of six decades as he tries to find the true path for himself and the church. Guided by humility and strength, courage and kindness, Chisholm must overcome the famine, plague and war his journey presents to him. From the author of The Citadel, Hatter's Castle, The Stars Look Down, Shannon’s Way and The Spanish Gardener comes this compelling tale of an ordinary man of the people which was adapted for the screen in 1944, starring Gregory Peck and Vincent Price.
Hayate the Combat Butler, Vol. 47
A hilarious tale of butlers, love and battles!Since the tender age of nine, Hayate Ayasaki has busted his behind at various part-time jobs to support his degenerate gambler parents. And how do they repay their son’s selfless generosity? By selling his organs to the yakuza to cover their debts! But fate throws Hayate a bone…sort of. Now the butler of a wealthy young lady, Hayate can finally pay back his debts, and it’ll only take him 40 years to do it.Having braved snowbound mountains and untamed jungles, Hayate, Nagi, and their surviving classmates enter the wildest arena yet: Las Vegas! There, they face tests of luck and money, the two things Hayate never has. Elsewhere, the quest for the Royal Power heats up, even though no one involved seems 100 percent clear on what it is except maybe Athena? Athena usually knows the score.
Marriage Toxin, Vol. 11
Gero may be a master assassin, but he’s not exactly killing it in the romance department! Can marriage swindler Kinosaki help him find true love?Poison Master Hikaru Gero is about to take on his most challenging assignment yet—getting married! Gero couldn’t be more clueless when it comes to dating, but thankfully, marriage swindler Mei Kinosaki knows everything there is to know about love. Together, this unlikely pair is going to do whatever it takes to get Gero hitched—even if they have to take on the entire criminal underworld in the process!After accepting an unexpected job from Water Master Ushio, Gero and Kinosaki find themselves in the midst of the ancient and powerful fire masters! Ushio has been summoned for a sacrificial fight to the death, but when Ushio’s opponent is suddenly found dead beforehand, Gero must help Ushio break free of the fire masters’ backward traditions once and for all!
The Warrior of Love Tarot
A tarot deck that explores the theme of love to foster deeper relationships• Includes 78 cards with vibrant imagery that symbolizes the many facets of love including intimacy, connection, trust, and commitment• Empowers your inner spiritual warrior and gives insight into the underlying dynamics of your relationships• Offers card meanings for reversed and upright readings, interpretations for yes or no questions, and the ruling signs for each cardIMMERSE YOURSELF in the profound journey of the inner warrior of love to navigate the complexities of love and relationships. Entwined with the traditional essence of the Fool’s journey through the Major Arcana, the vibrant imagery of the 78 cards symbolizes different facets of love. Each card is accompanied by insightful guidance through reversed and upright readings and ruling signs. Working with this deck in divination will illuminate underlying dynamics, enhance your relationships, and help you achieve a more profound understanding of love’s many dimensions. With this powerful tool for transformation, you will gain insight into your current circumstances, no matter where you are in your life’s unique journey of love.
The Comfort of Distant Stars
A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST NEW DEBUT'Echeruo's dazzling bildungsroman throws out ideas like firecrackers. . . It's quite a ride' Financial Times'Echeruo proves a hypnotic, mind-bending talent in this extraordinary novel' AFUA HIRSCH'A breathtaking meditation on time and memory' STEPHEN BUOROEzeani is no ordinary child. He sees things others don't. Despite the burden of these visions, his precocious nature blossoms into genius and Ezeani grows up to be a gifted mathematician and physicist. When he leaves Nigeria and his adoring family behind to study at Cornell in the US, he remains haunted by his most persistent vision, Anyanwu, the Sun God. While Ezeani is adjusting to his new life in America, Anyanwu's presence takes on an increasingly sinister and malevolent form - and chaos reigns. It's enough to make anyone lose their grip on reality. The Comfort of Distant Stars is a bold coming-of-age tale blending physics, philosophy and Igbo cosmology, examining how we understand our place in the universe. It ponders the big questions we all ask ourselves about the nature of time and of being - ultimately revealing the startling vulnerability of the human mind.
Overnight
There is something special about the night. For many, dusk and evening conjure thoughts of starlit skies, romance, bedtime stories and rest. For others, the small hours mean fear, vulnerability and sleeplessness. At night things go bump, the familiar world becomes mysterious and uncanny; owls and bats take wing, foxes prowl. With new material delving deeper into all things nocturnal, Overnight is a hymn to nighttime wildlife, travel, dreams and art. Along the way, Dan Richards meets a fascinating array of people who labour while the rest of us sleep, and brings their work into the light. From night terror chills to the warmth of dawn on the summer solstice, Overnight will change the way you think about the hours after dark.
The Vanished Girl
'Hugely enjoyable and compelling' LOUISE DOUGLAS 'Full of friendship, grief, love and loss … a stunning read' ? 'A rollercoaster of a novel, full of twists and turns … an immersive read that I cannot recommend enough. I inhaled it in two days!' RACHEL BURTON 'This really is a tragic tale … one of my favourite books to date' ? 'Atmospheric and captivating' JANE BETTANY The memories of that summer won’t stay buried forever… 1976. It’s a long, hot summer, and all Jo Salway wants is to bask in the freedom of the holidays with her life-long friends. But when little Pippa Jenkins suddenly vanishes without a trace, the friends must close ranks to protect themselves. And in doing so, change the course of their futures forever … 2024. Haunted by the events of fifty years ago, Jo has never returned to her childhood home of Hareton Wick. But in the aftermath of trauma and with her only respite found at the bottom of a bottle, Jo knows that the only way to start afresh is to unravel the secrets of her past. But when the tangled web of Pippa’s disappearance starts to lead closer to home, who will Jo be able to trust, and who will she betray … Readers are HOOKED by The Vanished Girl 'Kathleen McGurl is the undisputed queen of dual timeline historical fiction' ? 'Very addictive' ? 'It will tug on your heart, make you shed a few tears and appreciate the love and support of others when you need it most' ? 'Plenty of twists to keep me guessing. Couldn't put the book down' ? 'What a great read!' ? 'A heart-tugging and addictive journey' ? 'Powerful and heartbreaking' ? 'Atmospheric, nostalgic and utterly unputdownable!' ? Perfect for fans of: 🕰? Dual timeline 🔍 Gripping mysteries Shocking twists
200 Monas
One tiny pill. The promise of a mind-blowing orgasm. Are you coming? What if there was a pill that gave you the most intense sexual release of your life – would you take it? On the brink of graduation, Arvy Keening is ready for her life to begin. The problem? She just found 200 pills in her recently-deceased mother’s closet. When two drug dealers come to collect, they reveal that the pills are Monas – a rare pharmaceutical that induces life-changing orgasms. Arvy gets an ultimatum: sell 200 Monas in 48 hours or die. After recruiting Wolf, a (devastatingly hot) local dealer, Arvy and Wolf barrel through town, appealing to horny students, lonely barflies, and a mysterious sorority, all the while Arvy tries to repress a maelstrom of grief that’s welling up inside. Can Arvy and Wolf sell the drugs and save Arvy’s life? Or will the Monas rock Arvy to her core in more ways than one?
Small Comfort
LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 'Zings and smarts in all the right places . . . breathtakingly original, profound but with a delicious dose of irreverence' INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 JUDGES'Brilliantly funny, poignant and timeless . . . This newly Booker Prize-longlisted novel is ripe for book club discussions and is not recommended for public transport reading in case you, like this reviewer, miss your stop'READINGS BOOKS, Melbourne'An entertaining, thought-provoking piece of fiction' A Life In Books'Simple, delicate, delicious prose that delivers from the very first story' ? READER REVIEW'Smart, clever . . . such a brilliant read!' ? READER REVIEW_______'You know, love is love, he says. But what about the revolution?'Intricately built and wickedly humorous, these five interconnected short stories are all about one thing: money. From an interview with a child-star-turned-thief to the mysterious death of an employee at a drug manufacturer - or the couple feigning marital bliss to keep their inheritance, Ia Genberg carefully unravels the value we place on both money and people. What does it really mean to be in debt to someone? How does our financial worth permeate the ways we think and feel? And what do we lose when we supposedly win? Small Comfort skewers its characters, slyly implicating the reader along the way. A brilliantly original and thought-provoking collection from the author and translator of The Details, shortlisted for the 2024 International Booker Prize. More praise for Small Comfort:'A delightful and exquisitely executed literary mini-study that brings to mind Joan Didion' - Expressen'Her humour and delight in language make the stories crackle with life' - Svenska Dagbladet'I haven't read anything better this year' - Sydsvenskan 'Genberg captures, with intelligence and insight, the afflictions of our time' - Göteborgs-PostePraise for Ia Genberg:'Miraculous' - Hernan Diaz, author of Trust'I wish I could write like this' - Fredrik Backman, author of A Man Called Ove'So good that I kept underlining passages so I could reread them later' - Mark Haddon, author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time 'Mesmerizing and hot to the touch' - Catherine Lacey, New York Times
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