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What Made You Smile Today?
A comforting story about dealing with big life changes - moving house and starting a new school.Every day, when Mama collects me from school, she says, "What made you smile today?"And, every day, I tell her all the things that made me smile. Sometimes, there''s only one, but, like Mama says . . . sometimes, one smile is all we need. Moving house and starting a new school can be difficult, but one little girl''s mama has just the thing to help: a smile jar. As the girl draws pictures of all the little things that make her smile - from her new bedroom to the friendly children upstairs - and puts them in the jar, everything starts to feel just a little bit better. Sometimes there are lots of things to smile about, but sometimes one smile is all you need. With a gentle, moving text from Lou Peacock (A Whale of A Time) and heartfelt illustrations from Raquel Catalina (I, Remember), this beautiful story will leave you asking, "What made you smile today?"Includes a FREE Nosy Crow Stories Aloud® audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.
It's For Your Own Good
The utterly addictive new YA thriller from the queen of twists, Kate Francis. For fans of The Traitors, Karen M. McManus and E. Lockhart. In the middle of the night, Liv Walker is kidnapped from her bedroom by two masked figures. As she's dragged into an unmarked van, she's met with an even more horrifying sight: her family are waving goodbye. Camp Smiling Skies is a wilderness therapy camp for "troubled teens". At least, that's what it says in the brochure. In truth, it's filled with dark secrets, cruel counsellors and no chance of escape. Things seem as bad as they can get...until, one by one, people start to die. Liv has already been betrayed by her family, but it seems like they're not the only traitors in her life. There's a murderer in the camp, and everyone's a suspect. Praise for CIRCLE OF LIARS:"Incredibly tense and beyond gripping." Ravena Guron, bestselling author of THIS BOOK KILLS"Fast paced, gripping and very, very twisty... This book is guaranteed to give you sleepless nights until you finish it." Sarah Wishart, author of FOUR GOOD LIARS
In the House
A vibrant and inspiring celebration of America’s leading Black interior designersIn the House is a groundbreaking showcase of the talent, vision, determination, and impact of today’s leading Black interior designers. With gorgeous photography, compelling profiles, and vivid narratives spotlighting signature projects, this book offers an intimate look into the work and inspiration of 33 trailblazing designers, including Brigette Romanek, Tiffany Brooks, Elliott Barnes, Ishka Designs, Forbes Masters, Beth Diana Smith, Keita Turner, Laura Hodges, Justina Blakeney, Leyden Lewis, Rayman Boozer, and many more.Featuring designers working in an extensive variety of styles and aesthetics, In the House spotlights the breadth and collective brilliance of Black interior designers in one volume. These creatives are redefining style, forging new paths within the industry, and setting new standards in residential spaces across the country and around the world.Author Alton LaDay’s introduction draws on his extensive interviews to explore the Black experience in interior design, honoring pioneers such as Cecil Hayes (the first Black designer to be featured in Architectural Digest, in 1997, and included on the AD 100 list, in 2000) and examining how far the field has come - and where it’s headed.Perfect for design enthusiasts and professionals alike, In the House is more than a visual feast; it’s a powerful testament to the creative impact of today’s Black interior designers, and a source of inspiration for the next generation of talent.
Story of a Murder
THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER BY THE AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF THE FIVEIn this gripping examination of one of the most infamous murders of the twentieth century, prizewinning social historian Hallie Rubenhold gives voice to those who have never properly been heard – the women. 'Popular history you devour in one sitting' Sunday Times'Gripping' TLS'Unbelievably addictive' LUCY WORSLEY, presenter of A Very British Murder'I couldn't put it down' BONNIE GARMUS, author of Lessons in Chemistry'Finely layered' Financial Times'Breath-taking' Spectator___________On 1 February, 1910, vivacious music-hall performer, Belle Elmore, suddenly vanished from her north London home, causing alarm among her circle of female friends, the entertainers of the Music Hall Ladies’ Guild who demanded an immediate investigation. They could not have known what they would provoke: the unearthing of a gruesome secret, followed by a fevered manhunt for the prime suspect: Belle’s husband, medical fraudster, Dr Hawley Harvey Crippen. Hiding in the shadows of this evergreen tale is Crippen’s typist and lover, Ethel Le Neve – was she really just ‘an innocent young girl’ in thrall to a powerful older man as so many people have since reported?__________PRAISE FOR STORY OF A MURDER:'Gripping and eye-opening' I-news, Book to Watch Out For'Reads like a great thriller. I inhaled it' Bella Mackie, bestselling author of How to Kill Your Family'A unique combination of sleuthing, storytelling and compassion' Lucy Worsley, bestselling author and historian'Fascinating. It's about time Belle became the hero of her own story' Val McDermid, bestselling author of the Karen Pirie series'As compelling as any crime drama' S J Parris, bestselling author of the Giordano Bruno series'I had my hand over my wide-open mouth…I can’t recommend it more: I will be thinking about it for a very long time. Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Homemade God'Takes us beyond the world of Dr Crippen into the lives impacted by him and the society in which he moved. Terrific' Ian Rankin, bestselling author of the Rebus series'Compelling to the very last page' Denise Mina, award-winning author of Reese’s Book Club pick, Conviction'Does for the Crippen Murder case what THE FIVE did for the victims of Jack the Ripper. Forensic research and insistent sympathetic writing. I loved it' PROFESSOR DAVID WILSON, BBC 1, The CrimeSquad'Breathtaking. Rubenhold has not only produced a thrilling reassessment of a notorious crime, but an impressive portrait of an age' Spectator
Super Nature
Meet nature’s superstars: the biggest, fastest, fiercest, and most deadly animals on the planet in this dazzling children's encyclopedia. Packed with jaw-dropping 3D CGI and spectacular photography, Super Nature is a virtual safari for curious minds. Young readers will go "under the skin" to explore the anatomy and superpowers of 100 record-breaking mammals, reptiles, birds, and every kind of fascinating bug. From cheetahs accelerating to 40mph in three seconds to the deadly, bacteria-laden saliva of a Komodo dragon, this book shows kids exactly how nature works. Dive into the wild world of animals with:Fierce record breakers: Meet 100 of the most extreme creatures on the planet, featuring the sharpest teeth and the biggest brains. Incredible animal facts: Dashboard-style fact files provide at-a-glance stats on speed, size, IUCN status, and much more. Stunning visual science: Explore the inner workings of the animal kingdom through detailed artwork and stripped-away diagrams. Updated for 2026: Fully revised with a sleek new design and fresh content to inspire a brand-new generation of readers. Whether they dream of studying zoology or simply love the wild, this awe-inspiring book is one of the best nature gifts to spark a lifetime of curiosity.
Hanna Asks for Help
**An uplifting book about learning how to ask for help, from the bestselling creator of Ruby's Worry**Be open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people. This reassuring and funny book is the perfect springboard for talking to children about asking for help - because we're all good at different things, and giving and receiving help can be one of life's greatest joys. Hanna LOVES playing sports. But she finds maths a real puzzle! Nothing she tries works. . . until she finds the courage to ask for a little bit of help. Soon, Help arrives - and nothing will ever be the same again! Tom Percival's bestselling Big Bright Feelings series is the ideal starting point for discussions about mental and emotional health, positive self-image, building self-confidence and managing feelings. Every child's bookshelf should contain his books. Also available in the Big Bright Feelings series: Ruby's Worry, Perfectly Norman, Ravi's Roar, Meesha Makes Friends, Tilda Tries Again, Milo's Monster, Finn’s Little Fibs, Bea's Bad Day and Sammy Feels Shy. Collect them all!
Among Friends
‘A hard diamond of a novel . . . I have not stopped thinking of it since’ – Coco Mellors‘Every sentence keeps you hanging in the air, waiting for the next punch to the gut’ – Miranda Cowley Heller‘Packs a huge emotional punch. I couldn’t put it down’ – Daily Mail‘A living thing . . . A huge achievement’ – Financial TimesPerfect lives hide terrible secretsHaving emerged from a childhood of poverty and neglect, Amos now has a life that others envy: a brilliant wife, a golden daughter, and a friendship that has anchored him for thirty years. All of that is set to change. In the course of one fateful weekend in a beautiful house upstate, Amos’s life will be undone by a shocking act of violence. In its aftermath, Amos must ask: when your world collapses, what - and who - will you sacrifice to survive?‘Bracingly honest and affectingly intimate . . . Upends its characters’ lives so ruthlessly and revealingly that it is hard not to take pleasure in a false facade being finally smashed’ – The Guardian‘Masterly’ – John Banville
The Story of the Blue Planet
Brimir and Hulda are best friends, living on a beautiful blue planet where there are no grown-ups, life is wild and free,and each day is more exciting than the last. Until, one day, a rocket ship piloted by a strange-looking adult named Gleesome Goodday crashes on the beach. He promises to make life a hundred times more fun-with flying-powder, and coated skin so that no one ever has to bathe again-and even nails the sun to their sky.But Hulda and Brimir soon discover that their endless fun has consequences they could never have imagined. Could it be that Gleesome Goodday is not everything he seem? n extraordinary adventure of magic and generosity, and a beautifully simple tale of selfishness and sacrifice, The Story of the Blue Planet will delight and challenge readers of every age.
Far From Home
When Jim Jarvis is separated from his sisters, Lizzie and Emily, he thinks he will never see them again. Now, in this companion novel to the modern classic Street Child, it is the turn of Lizzie and Emily to tell their tale. In Victorian London, Lizzie and Emily are left in the care of a cook, but their story takes them to the mills of northern England. There, under the keen eyes of the mill owners, the girls are made to work in harsh conditions and any chance of escape is sorely tempting… Can the girls survive a harsh winter full of hardship – and will they ever be reunited with their little brother? An incredible sequel to the bestselling Street Child, based on the true experiences of Victorian mill girls. ‘A magnificent story.’ Daily Mail on Street Child
The Last Nigel
Nigel (a hawksbill turtle) thinks he’s the last Nigel on Earth – and he is enjoying it! That is, until New Nigel arrives … One of 10 titles not to miss in July – The Bookseller All Nigel's friends look after him VERY carefully – he is the last Nigel on Earth, after all. Feeding him grapes, fanning him with leaves … the pampering is endless. But when New Nigel arrives, the illusion is shattered. Nigel's friends won’t pamper him any more. Nigel comes up with a trick to get rid of New Nigel and go back to his old life … but will he discover that new friends aren’t such a bad thing after all? A hilarious new picture book with bright and characterful illustrations by Scott Wilson. Stunning artwork by rising star illustrator Scott WilsonHilarious storytelling by expert picture book author Becky WilsonGorgeous, sunny desert island setting – perfect for summer holidays!Gentle animal conservation message – all the Nigels in the story are endangered animals
The Rule of Threes
A high-stakes British crime thriller where a protected witness vanishes and the detective hunting her is already being tracked. In South Manchester, duty does not take days off. Days before his wedding, DCI Rick Castle is pulled into the one case he cannot refuse—finding a missing protected witness who could finally bring down an untouchable Mancunian crime lord. The trail leads him to the desolate Scottish Highlands and explodes into violence and conspiracy, revealing a suspected leak within the police. Cut off from support, and fearful he's being watched, Rick pushes on. But the closer Rick gets to the witness, the closer his family gets to danger, turning his obsessive investigation into a fight he cannot walk away from—and a battle for survival he may not win. If the case does not break him, they will go after the one thing that will. Rule of Threes is Book 5 in the DCI Castle series. Perfect for readers who love British police procedurals, relentless detectives, and gritty, high-stakes crime thrillers. ___________________________________________________________________Praise for the DCI Castle series:? Richly drawn characters… in a world of moral shades of grey. ? I felt like I was there, on the streets, in every room. ? A gripping crime novel… with complex characters and a story that keeps you hooked. ? A fresh take on the crime genre. ? Not many writers create a detective with vulnerabilities beyond the usual cop tropes.
Evie in Venice
From the author of Livia in Rome comes a modern-day Venetian romance for fans of Jenny Han! Aspiring artist Evie is heading to Venice on an art exchange. The catch? Her parents would never let her go . . . so they think she's on a science trip. And if lying wasn't hard enough, she has to stay with elitist art student Leonardo. Her escape is online - and a connection with anonymous artist RenaissanceRebel, the only one who truly sees her. Can Evie keep up the masquerade, or will she allow herself to discover the fine art of romance? A new YA romance from the author of Livia in Rome, this time set against the beautiful backdrop of Venice Perfect for fans of Love and Gelato, To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Anna and the French Kiss and XOXO Think scenic gondola rides, colourful carnival parades, fine art museums and an on-and-offline love triangle!
First Light
At once a gripping thriller and a heartbreaking elegy, this is Toni Cade Bambara's powerful final testament, a hymn to Atlanta's missing children.
Zala Spencer is barely surviving on the margins of Atlanta's booming economy when she awakens one summer's morning in 1980 to find her teenage son, Sonny, has disappeared. As she takes to the streets to track down what happened to him, Zala is drawn into the nightmare of a city stalked by fear.
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
Monkey Business
Four of Kurt Vonnegut's best dystopian stories, Monkey Business distils his darkly comic vision of the modern world and the cost of trying to engineer a better life.
In a future where everyone is forced to be equal, a gifted teenager dares to rebel. A suburban family discovers a device that delivers perfect happiness. A world frightened of death turns to drugs to slow the march of time. And in a quiet American town, a couple must decide how many children they are willing to raise - for ever.
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
Mouse Folk
Five of Franz Kafka's most compelling short animal stories, where fable, dark humour and unease collide
A community gathers to listen to the singing of a mouse. An ape addresses an academy to explain how he became human. A creature digs ever deeper into its burrow, gripped by fear of what might be lurking outside. In these strange and unsettling stories, animals speak plainly about their hopes, fears and fixations.
Includes the stories: Josephine the Singer, or the Mouse Folk, A Report to an Academy, The Burrow, The New Advocate and Investigations of a Dog
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
Paradises Lost
Ursula k. Le Guin's beautifully realised space epic of two young friends finding their lives steer a new, and unexpected course
As the spaceship Discovery makes its slow way towards its destination - New Earth - Hsing and Luis come of age together. Born in the middle of this multigenerational journey, they have never known life beyond the ship and never expect to. But just as their lives seem to be unfolding as decreed, a revelation about Discovery's true course throws everything they know into question.
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
Say Peekaboo! Duck's Spooky Halloween
A sweet, heartwarming picture book about friendship and kindness at Halloween, perfect for 3-5 year olds and fans of the bestselling Pop-Up Peekaboo! books. PeekaBOO! It's Halloween in Peekaboo Wood and Duck can't wait to go trick-or-treating!Duck has been looking forward to Halloween for weeks - it's her favourite time of year! She's been so busy dreaming about it, she's forgotten to make a costume! With just a few hours to go, can Duck's friends help her think of a costume before it's too lat? ay Peekaboo! to your friends from Peekaboo Wood as they return in this third, highly anticipated story from the publisher of the best-selling Pop-Up Peekaboo! series. The charming characters, illustrated by award-winning illustrator Sébastien Braun, and imaginative story encourage you to connect through the magic of shared, active reading. This hide-and-seek Halloween picture book is the perfect boo basket stuffer and will become a new bedtime favourite for little ones who love to play peekaboo!More in the seriesReturn to Peekaboo Wood and help Chick deliver a Valentine’s Day card to Bunny in Say Peekaboo! Bunny’s Best Valentine, or help Bunny set up an Easter egg hunt in Say Peekaboo! Chick's Easter Egg Hunt.
Where's Wally? Spooky Spot the Difference
Join Wally on a search-and-find Halloween adventure. With hundreds of spot-the-differences to discover among zombies, ghosts, vampires, monsters and more for girls and boys aged 6 and up!Mwah-ha-ha! Search for Wally and his friends on a hair-raising Halloween adventure. But beware, someone or something has cast a spooky spell - there’s now double the creepy fun, with hundreds of spooky differences to spot and mysterious things to find in the places they visit. Spook-tacular entertainment for all brave fans of Wally and search-and-find puzzles!
You're My Little Cuddle Bug: My First Bath Book
Featuring the adorable Cuddle Bug from the bestselling You're My Little Cuddle Bug, this sweet bath book will keep little ones engaged and curious as they join Cuddle Bug for a day full of adventures. You're My Little Cuddle Bug: My First Bath Book features colour-changing effects that bring bright colours to the pages by adding water. For added fun during bath time, little ones can watch a sun, rainbow, and even Mama Bug appear on the pages when water is added to the bath book. Full of bright colours, sweet characters, and rhyming text, this bath book stimulates babies' senses and makes bathtime fun!
Najpredávanejší autori v tejto kategórii: Dominik Dán, Joanne K. Rowling, Sarah J. Maasová, Freida McFadden, Elle Kennedy.
