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THE SHOW WOMAN
'Compulsive, heartbreaking' Clare Leslie Hall'Gorgeously written' Jennie Godfrey'A tale of dazzle and determination' Daily MailFOUR WOMEN. A MILLION DREAMS. Scotland, 1910. Born into the world of the circus, Lena now stands at a crossroads. With the sudden death of her father, she faces a stark choice: get married or get a job. The fairgrounds are no place for a woman to go it alone. Until flame-haired Violet, known to all as 'the greatest trapeze artist that ever lived', suggests they do exactly that. With her outspoken ways and her refusal to marry, Violet is as much an outcast as Lena. What do they have to los? ecruiting new performers including bareback horse-rider Rosie and acrobat Carmen, the four women take charge of their own show, their own finances and their own destinies. But the fairgrounds are a dangerous place: misogyny is rife, violence a continual threat, and buried secrets are beginning to threaten all they hold dear. Together, they must forge their own path to freedom. FOR THEY ARE THE SHOW WOMEN. AND THE SHOW MUST GO ON. READERS LOVE THE SHOW WOMAN? 'Held my interest to the very last page'? 'Complete sensory immersion, such is the depth and breadth of the descriptive narrative'? 'Beautifully written, lovable characters, gripping narrative'? 'This extraordinary debut is bursting with energy and imagination'? 'A terrific read'
Master of Lies
'Brilliant . . . A great book' Rod Liddle'Utterly shocking. Blunt wasn't just an arch-traitor. He was a callous mass-murderer. A war criminal no less. And it's hard to say which is the greater sucker punch - Blunt's dark treachery, or the British establishment's cover up of his crimes. It is high time the truth was revealed. Blofeld's book does just that. Bravo' Damien Lewis'Epic . . . Blofeld analyses the horrifying consequences of Blunt's spy work for the Soviets and takes aim at the moral failings and cover-ups of the British establishment' Independent 'This is intelligence history as it should be written: rigorous, unsettling and startlingly readable. The narrative has the pace of a thriller yet the facts, however extraordinary, are allowed to speak for themselves. One can but gasp at Blunt's audacity, then laugh - incredulously - at the sheer Britishness of it all' The Rt Hon Lord Young of Old Windsor, GCB, GCVO, formerly Private Secretary to Queen Elizabeth II'Flawlessly researched and illuminating . . . reveals Anthony Blunt as an unbounded monster of treachery masquerading as the Establishment's pet intellectual' Nicky Haslam'In life, Anthony Blunt was the Cambridge spy who "got away with it". Forty years after his death, this riveting book exposes the extent of his betrayals, of his country and his friends. A gripping narrative and a must read' Dr Michael Reynolds, he founded and led the Counter-Terrorism section in Mi6, was an Assistant Director of Mi5 before co-founding Hakluyt, a global leader in commercial intelligence and advisory servicesIn a brilliant feat of literary detective work Master of Lies tells the extraordinary untold story of Anthony Blunt's life as a spy. Based on extensive research into newly released files he is revealed as not simply "the fourth man", but the most dangerous spy of the twentieth century. During the war, as the fate of the world hung in the balance, Blunt's intelligence was being fed straight on to the desks of Hitler, Stalin and Churchill. His hand was secretly guiding our collective fate and his treason led to the deaths of tens of thousands. He casts a shadow which looms large to this day. The official narrative is that Blunt was the least of the Cambridge spies - and yet he was the one who got away with it. While the rest drank themselves to death in dingy Moscow flats, Blunt revelled in his brilliant career as an art historian, Surveyor of the Queen's pictures and Knight of the Realm. He was protected not just by his many friendships with the great and the good, but by the brilliance with which he played the game - his was a secret too big to be told. Master of Lies reads like the best spy fiction but it solves one of the great espionage mysteries of our times.
What's in a Doughnut Hole?
Does a doughnut hole exist? What makes a sandwich a sandwich? Can the baker, who only bakes for those who don't bake for themselves, bake for hersel? sing food to explore classic philosophical puzzles and paradoxes about how we know things, abstract ideas about our world, language and about how we define the truth, this book will get your brain whirring and your stomach grumbling. Suki Finn, a Philosophy Lecturer at Royal Holloway, University of London, serves up plenty of philosophical food for thought - enough to whet the appetite of the novice and to satisfy philosophers hungry for a different take on familiar themes. What's in a Doughnut Hole? gives us new ways to think about the world and to understand our place in it.
Alecto Gray Will Hunt You Down
A darkly funny contemporary thriller for fans of House of Hollow, The Society of Soulless Girls, Wilder Girls and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder
When a boy in her town starts claiming that a demon is stalking him - Alecto Gray has no choice but to investigate. After all, that's exactly what her brother Lucas said, right before he died…
Soon, Alecto's investigation leads her to a far-reaching conspiracy - with two warring factions at its heart - as she uncovers a sinister underbelly to her small seaside town.
Armed only with her razor-sharp wit and a talent for getting into trouble, Alec endures threats and kidnappings, and even the spark of a new romance, in order to get to the truth.
But can she handle the truth or will the twisted darkness at the heart of the mystery destroy her as well?
The Beckett Effect
A notorious playboy. A girl on a mission. A juicy YA revenge romance impossible not to fall for. John Tucker Must Die meets Lynn Painter's Better than the Movies.
Packed with the most-loved rom-com tropes - revenge romance, fake dating, enemies to lovers, grumpy x sunshine and high school romance, this book is perfect for readers age 12+.
'If you're a fan of witty, tension-filled romcoms, that will have you snort-laughing one moment and sighing longingly the next, this is absolutely the book for you.' Sophie Jo, author of Red Flags
Beckett Lane . . . How do you begin to explain Beckett Lane?
Beckett Lane is a legend.
He has more ex-girlfriends than letters in the alphabet.
He once dated twins at the same time . . . without either of them knowing.
I hear he has a secret love child with a supermodel in Colorado.
One time he starred in a toothbrush commercial . . . It was awesome.
There's no one Wren Richardson hates more than notorious playboy Beckett Lane. Everyone is under his spell because of his Greek god-like looks and famous dad, but Wren sees through it and can't stand the guy. So when Beckett humiliates her angelic sister, Kennedy, in front of the entire high school, Wren vows revenge.
Teaming up with Beckett's exes to make a documentary, she plans to show the world exactly who he really is. Because she's the only one not susceptible to The Beckett Effect. Isn't she . . . ? Only, as she gets closer to Beckett, Wren wonders if there's more to the school's biggest womaniser than she realised. Is the line between hate and love as clear-cut as she once thought?
Wild At Heart
As seen on BBC's hit shows, Escape to the Country and Countryfile, this is Jules Hudson's first memoir. Wild at Heart documents the highs and lows and moments of triumph and tragedy Hudson has experienced both on and off our screens. "Throughout what has been a colourful life and exciting career, I've often joked at many memorable moments along the way that they would definitely go into 'the book'!"A household name to millions, Jules Hudson has been a familiar face on TV for decades. Fronting hit shows from Escape to the Country to Winter and Springtime on the Farm and Countryfile, he has become an integral part of life for the 'Farmy Army' of dedicated fans. It hasn't been a straight path to an idyllic new life in the rural landscapes of Britain however. In his first memoir, Jules reveals the highs and lows and moments of triumph and tragedy he has experienced both on and off our screens. Jules pens an inspiring and evocative portrait not only of his own life, but of the countryside and people he found his true home with. Taking readers from his beginnings in urban Essex to the mountains, fields and woods - not to mention the animals - of his new home in the countryside, his journey shows that all along he really was Wild at Heart.
Crossed Destinies Tarot
Crossed Destinies Tarot guides you through unique landscapes in search of hidden truths. This deck includes 78 beautifully illustrated tarot cards inspired by Eastern Orthodox icons, ancient explorers, and English folk horror. Crossed Destinies Tarot is a traditional Marseille-style tarot deck infused with dark mysteries that encourage self-exploration. The major arcana combines influences from Eastern European religious iconography, ancient astronaut theories, and English folk horror, creating a memorable cast of characters who look deep into your soul but speak only when prompted. The court cards of the minor arcana bridge the material aspects of the suits and the celestial realm of the major arcana, representing our eternal quest for immortality. Explore a world of unique colors and intricate illustrations while learning how to forge your own path and find your place in the universe.
When I Became Your Daddy
A heart-warming board book celebrating the special bond between father and child, featuring flurries of silver foil on the cover!When I became your daddy,you made my world complete. I didn't know the little thingsin life could be so sweet. Whether exploring rockpools, playing in the sand, or floating snug together in the sea, there's nothing this little otter loves more than spending time with their daddy. With a lyrical rhyming text by Susannah Shane and stunning artwork by award-winning and internationally bestselling artist Britta Teckentrup, this picture book makes the perfect gift for Father's Day or following the arrival of a new baby. Collect more titles in this series: When I Became Your MummyWhen I Became Your GrannyWhen I Became Your Grandad ... and many more!Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.
Daddy Is Cleaning
Baby is helping . . . so Daddy is cleaning! A funny and heart-warming day in the life of a loving father and child. This fun-loving baby loves helping with all Daddy's jobs. But the more chaos Baby causes with the laundry, the cooking and the gardening, the more cleaning there is for daddy! Luckily, there's a bubbly bath time and a snuggly story to look forward to at the end of a very long day. Witty concept that subverts gender stereotypes. Simple text with repeated refrain, just right for toddlers learning to talk. The perfect story to share on Father's Day. Every Nosy Crow picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!
A River Red With Blood
'[An] absolute corker from Ireland's best mystery writer ... utterly gripping' ExpressThe players call it The Game. There are just two rules:No killing close to home. No Killing outside the gameBut what happens when those rules get broke? hen the drowned body of a troubled teenager is recovered from a river in Maine's Kennebec Valley, and a young woman disappears from a small rural town, they draw the attention of the private investigator named Charlie Parker. Now Parker will be forced to confront a band of men without morality and without loyalty, not even to one another, in a place where the very darkness is alive. Because something has emerged from the shadows, something very bad. And it wants revenge.
Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives
Two terrible pirates ... two brilliant detectives! The first book in a hilarious illustrated pirate mystery series for readers 6-9, crammed with puzzles and clues for the reader to solve. Young fans of funny books like Invesitgators and Grimwood and puzzle books like Cluedle and Murdle Junior will love this series!Buck and his loyal rabbit, Ears, are officially the WORSE PIRATES on the Seventy Seas! When they bump into the terrifying CAPTAIN BLOODFANG, she gives them an ultimatum: follow CLUES to find her missing chef, or else be turned into pirate stew!Along with their MISFIT CREW, can Buck and Ears SOLVE THE CASE and save themselves from a horrible fat? augh out loud as you spot the clues and try to solve the mystery before pirate detectives Buck and Ears!Praise for Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives:"Buck & Ears is the funniest book of 2026! Hilariously bonkers and full of brilliantly twisty puzzles to solve, this is as fun and as fab as a book can be!" Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark"Five stars on the seven seas for this brilliant new series." Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy who Grew Dragons"A funny mystery story with perfectly plotted clues and stunning illustrations. The perfect reading for pleasure series.” Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of Race to Imagination Island"Buck & Ears Pirate Detectives invites you to enter a colourful and distinctly smelly world. You just want to pinch your nose and dive right in!" Alasdair Beckett-King, author of Montgomery BonBon: Murder at the Museum"A rollicking read packed with humour and heart. I can’t wait to read Buck & Ears' next adventure!" Rachel Chivers-Khoo, author of The Wishkeeper's Apprentice
RSPB Nature Spotter: Seashore
From noisy gulls to marvellous minke whales, discover over 60 from the British Isles in this pocket-sized nature guide filled with facts, tips and nature-spotting tricks!Published in collaboration with the RSPB, the largest wildlife conservation charity in Europe, this stylish and handy mini guide includes activities for rock pooling and making seashores safe for wildlife, as well as a special checklist with over 60 stickers for budding birdwatchers to tick off every animal and plant they spot by the sea. The perfect gift for any nature explorer to slip into their pocket, get outside and get spotting!
Peter Kay’s Diary
Peter Kay returns with his most entertaining autobiography yet! The Collector’s Edition: The first hardback print run will feature an exclusive foiled board design. Order now to avoid missing out! ‘Think of this autobiography as a twelve-month subscription to my memories and meanderings across the calendar year. With each month reflecting a different phase of my life, complete with dodgy decisions, bizarre plot twists and more than a few laugh-out-loud moments.’ Peter Kay is back – and funnier than ever – with his most heartfelt and hilarious autobiography yet. Take a whistlestop journey through his life, in a year. From hitting the gym in January, falling in love in February and a nostalgic trip to Ireland at Easter, to buying his first house in May. Then it’s summer holidays at Butlins, a September wedding and, before you know it, he’s packing away the Halloween decorations and sipping a glass of Bailey’s in front of the Christmas telly. With his trademark warmth and wit, Peter offers a unique take on the calendar year – in a way only he can – cementing his place as one of Britain’s best-loved comedians and a true national treasure.
Pick a Story: A Minibeast Ogre Detective Adventure
Do you love minibeasts? How about ogres? And detectives? Find them ALL in the pages of this laugh-out-loud ‘pick your own’ picture book adventure! Lami is looking after her cousin’s hamster, Hamlet. The trouble is, Hamlet has disappeared … and she needs YOUR help to find him! Is Hamlet mingling with minibeasts? Being ogled by an ogre? Or dabbling with detectives? It’s up to YOU to decide! Pick a Story is the ONLY series where young readers choose between three completely different worlds – allowing them to change the story as it happens. Children are excited by having choice and a feeling of agency, and it fires their imaginations. Choice and value! Readers choose the direction of the adventure on every page. With endless story paths to be taken, the adventure is always different. Packed with activities! Each page includes an activity, such as search-and-find, odd-one-out, mazes and more – perfect for immersing and engaging young readers. Look out for: Pick a Story: A Pirate Alien Jungle Adventure Pick a Story: A Dinosaur Unicorn Robot Adventure, Pick a Story: A Superhero Mermaid Dragon Adventure Pick a Story: A Monster Princess Shark Adventure Pick a Story: A Wizard Astronaut Pyramid Adventure
Dadventures
Time is the one thing money can’t buy – yet we all crave more of it. For any parent or carer, simply getting out of the house can feel like the biggest challenge. But step outside, and a world of adventures, laughter and lasting memories is waiting. Double Olympic gold-medallist rower and parent Alex Gregory shares exciting, achievable ideas for making the most of family time together – whatever the season and whatever age your children are. From a quick 30-minute homework session up a tree to a full-day mission building an ancient-style bridge, Dadventures is packed with practical, screen-free inspiration that every family can enjoy. Short on time? Long on ideas? This is the ultimate guide to ditching the routine, unplugging, and creating fun that your kids will remember forever. Dadventures – make every moment count.
Smallie
'Gorgeous and heartwrenching' CALEB AZUMAH NELSON, Sunday Times bestselling author of Small Worlds and Open Water'What an electrifying and important debut. Every word is knife sharp, every emotion nuanced and every twist brilliantly turned . . . Should be at the top of everyone's 2026 Must Read list' RACHEL JOYCE, author of The Handmade GodSmallie adj. |smal·lie|Definition: Caribbean (informal). Describing or relating a person from a small island; a small islander. In 1961, nineteen-year-old Lucinda Brown travels to England in search of her son’s father, Clarence Braithwaite, who left Barbados to join the British army. But aboard the ship to Southampton she meets a man named Raldo who offers her a glimpse of a new life, a freer life. Bound by the memory of her son waiting at home, she chooses Clarence – realizing too late that war has made a stranger out of him. Nearly fifty years later, Lucinda receives a letter from the Home Office that threatens to tear her world apart. Her children rally together to prove her legal arrival, and to do so they must track down an elusive man from her past, a man she wanted to love but instead lost, a man who now holds the key to her family’s future. Raldo . . . An exhilarating and expansive tale of a family thrown into collision with the Windrush scandal, Smallie shows just how easily the past can spill into our lives, even when – especially when – we think we’ve closed the door on it. ***'An important novel that rises to the challenge of accountability and modern justice. McKenzie-Goddard writes with a commanding style, both measured and flamboyant' DIANA EVANS, author of the Women's Prize for Ficion shortlisted novel Ordinary People‘A sharp, tender debut that traverses generations of one family’ YOMI SODE, award-winning author of Manorism'Smallie . . . is both historical retrospective of the West Indian experience in Britain during the so-called ‘Windrush’ era, as well as heartwarming exploration of love of self, family, community and country. It is a brilliant and deeply moving debut' CHERIE JONES, author of How the One-Armed Sister Sweeps Her House
Time to Explore Dinosaurs
The ultimate introduction to dinosaurs for kids 3–5, packed with prehistoric facts and roaring foldout fun. Journey back in time to the Mesozoic Era with this captivating toddler dinosaur book. From the towering T.rex to the spiky Stegosaurus, young palaeontologists will meet their favourite prehistoric creatures in stunning detail. Turn each page and see the prehistoric creatures getting bigger and bigger, finally revealing a foldout surprise: one of the largest known land animals of all time - the colossal Argentinosaurus!See Hesperornis dive below the ocean's surface for a tasty catch of fish, marvel at the power of the Oryctodromeus as it digs into the earth to create a family burrow, and try to keep up with Spinosaurus as it forages for its dinner across land and water. Plus, experience our planet in times long past with prehistoric flora and fauna and volcanic eruptions. Spot all the fun details in each scene:Meet 13 fan-favourite prehistoric creatures – from the ever-popular T.rex, to flying and swimming reptiles. Bold, full-colour illustrations bring the prehistoric world to life, helping children identify different species and their unique environments. Fascinating facts about the daily life of dinosaurs that combine easy-to-understand bite-sized chunks with a lively narrative tone - ideal for curious early learners. An interactive experience that encourages children to spot details, answer questions, and roar along with the dinosaurs, fostering active learning and observation skills. One of the best gifts for kids who like dinosaurs, discover the giants of the past with this narrative book of dinosaur facts - a must-have for every young explorer's bookshelf. More in the seriesLoved exploring the prehistoric world in Time to Explore Dinosaurs? Fast forward to medieval times in Time to Explore Castles, or even further to a modern-day construction site and follow diggers, dump trucks and cranes in Time to Explore Big Machines.
Actually, the Alligator . . . (PB)
A fabulously funny tale... with a hint of BITE! Mabel's parents loved their daughter very much. But they also knew that Mabel was the kind of child who did things. You know ... THINGS. But every time Mabel's parents asked, "Why did you do this?!" Mabel would reply, "Actually, the ALLIGATOR did it." Join Mabel's parents as they try to uncover the truth. Is Mabel the culprit, or is she hiding a SNAPPY secret in her bedroom... Perfect for fans of Jon Klassen's This Is Not My Hat and Peter Bentley and Sara Ogilvie's Meet the Parents Kael Tudor is the author of a whole host of hilarious books including One Goose, Two Moose and It's Not My Cookie Isobel Lundie is the illustrator of Waterstones Book of the Month author Louie Stowell's first picture book, A Midsummer Night's Drama
Trix's Tree House
Join the Woodland Explorers Club to solve mysteries and protect the animals and trees of Willow Wish Wood. Six magical stories for 6+ inspiring learning through nature. Trix loves building dens! She is very excited to show the rest of the Woodland Explorers how to build THE BEST tree house, but when they arrive at her favourite building spot, Trix’s notices there are fewer flowers than there were last summer. Time for mission save the bees!From tree houses to bee houses, Trix's den-building skills are put to the test, and the Woodland Explorers discover the importance of bees as pollinators. Join the Explorers on their next adventure Eric's Pine Tree Concert publishing in November 2026!
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