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Plastic Inc
Plastic is everywhere in our daily lives. But the companies making it - oil and petrochemical giants like ExxonMobil and INEOS - are hiding in plain sight. Because for all the vivid coverage of where plastic ends up, there is remarkably little discussion of where it comes from. In a shocking investigative deep dive, packed with character-driven storytelling, award-winning journalist Beth Gardiner exposes the truth of the vast, rapacious industry flooding our world with plastic - and now preparing to make more than ever.
From the Gulf Coast of Texas to the narrow streets of Antwerp and the glitz and bling of Dubai, Gardiner gives us an up-close look at the plastic industry's relentless growth, its extraordinary profits, its toxic pollution, and its hidden role in exacerbating climate change. Today, the industry is pouring billions of dollars into plans to double, and eventually triple, the amount of plastic it churns out, even as so many of us -aghast at this material's out-of-control proliferation - try to use less. As Big Oil stares down a future of diminishing demand for fossil fuels, plastic has become its financial lifeline.
Plastic Inc is full of stunning revelations, including how Big Oil pushed plastic into our lives and then sold us myths about recycling to ease our worries; how companies funded litter campaigns to blame us for the waste they were creating; and how they've poured cash and political muscle into fighting bans on single-use plastics. Gardiner also uncovers the hidden health crisis caused by chemicals in the items we use every day, and scientists' growing fear that microplastics may pose even greater dangers.
Plastic Inc is an extraordinary exposé of an industry that will stop at nothing to feed its voracious hunger for profit.
The Impossible Thing
On a summer’s evening in 1926, six-year-old Celie Shepherd is hungry and desperate and not where a six-year-old should be. Instead she is dangling from a cliff, far above the sea, reaching out to pocket an impossibly beautiful thing. This bold theft will change the course of Celie’s life, and the lives of others.
One hundred years later, a house is ransacked. The only thing missing: a dusty case containing that same impossible thing. What could conceivably be so important that it is stolen again and again (and perhaps yet again . . .)?
So begins this extraordinary mystery from award-winning Belinda Bauer. A taut, wonderfully imagined novel brimming with skulduggery at every turn, The Impossible Thing is a blazing testament to Belinda Bauer’s status as one of our greatest living crime writers.
Peppa Pig: Mummy Pigs Treasure Hunt
It's Mother's Day, and Peppa and family have planned a special surprise for Mummy Pig - a treasure hunt! Join in the fun with this lift-the-flap adventure, and help Mummy Pig find all the clues for her big surprise.
Cash Cow
A thought-provoking deep dive into the global fertility industry and the commodification of the maternal body.
Should surrogacy be a paid service, an altruistic act - or even legal at all? Is it right that you can pay more for 'VIP' egg donors - and to view their photos? How much, if anything, should breastmilk cost - and who should be allowed to buy it? The global fertility industry is rapidly growing, hugely profitable and morally complex. This an industry where one person's biological bad luck can be another person's financial gain. From egg freezing to black-market breastmilk, the maternal body has never been more commodified, yet the ethical, emotional and economic implications are rarely considered.
Through a combination of undercover reporting and detailed first-hand accounts - including a surrogate of 12 children, an international embryo courier and a man who buys breastmilk for his IBS - Alev Scott exposes how the IVF, surrogacy and milk industries operate around the world and who is profiting. In doing so, she considers the blurred line between exploitation and empowerment. Who should make money from the maternal body: only the women themselves, anyone or no one?
Timely, thought-provoking and compelling, Cash Cow is an unmissable investigation into how desire, desperation and commerce intersect, and the impact the fertility industry has on individuals.
Letizia Battaglia
The perfect primer on renowned Italian photographer Letizia Battaglia.
Born in Palermo, Letizia Battaglia (1935-2022) took up journalism as a single mother, but discovered that it was easier to sell articles if she could also supply photographs. She became a news photographer for L'Ora, a Sicilian daily newspaper that took a stand against the Mafia and its political and economic connections. Between 1976 and 1991, she was a witness to some of the bloodiest events in Italian history, including the killing of judges, police officers and politicians. While these images brought her international recognition, she strongly opposed the label of 'Mafia photographer' and believed that her aim was to seek out life. She built up a many-sided portrait of her Sicilian homeland, developing a special sensitivity to women, girls and young children, and a deep empathy with those living in poverty. Her work stands as proof that both joy and suffering are part of the experience of being in the world.
Shiva
In the stillness of the cosmos exists a force both boundless and paradoxical – Shiva. More than a god, he is the formless essence that both creates and consumes the universe. His realms transcend time, his actions defy logic, yet within them lies a cosmic rhythm governing all beings.
Shiva: God of Gods is a journey into the heart of Shaivism. With poetic depth and philosophical clarity, it traverses sacred terrain, from the thunderous stillness of Mount Kailash to Rudra’s cosmic dance.
The book is both a spiritual exploration and scholarly reflection, delving into the many faces of the Divine – the cultural significance of the linga, the meaning behind Shiva’s images, his fierce yet loving relationship with Parvati, the symbolism of the third eye, and the wisdom found in texts such as the Shiva Sutras and the Puranas.
Fairest
A dark mafia retelling of Snow White. Perfect for fans of H D Carlton, Emily McIntire and Penelope Douglas. RED AS BLOOD I never wanted to be part of his life. I am the law, and he is everything I’ve vowed against.But every time I see him, I can’t help but imagine what I want him to do to me.He has a reputation. A dark possessive side.I know he’d hurt me. But maybe that’s what I want…WHITE AS SNOW I never wanted to hurt her. She should’ve known to stay away from me.But there’s something about her innocence that I desire.She’s everything my fiancée is not.But my fiancée is a jealous woman. She’s also powerful.I know where my loyalties should lie, but the taste of purity is too tempting. Just one drop and I promise, that’ll be enough…
Happy Easter from the Crayons
Celebrate Easter with this hilarious adventure starring the crayons from the #1 New York Times bestseller The Day the Crayons Quit! Easter is the perfect time for crayons! They get to learn new shapes and decorate one giant egg together … but where will they hide it?! Blue Crayon has some ideas… In a book perfect for Easter baskets, this story is sure to make kids – and grown-ups – giggle as they celebrate together!
The Astral Library
From New York Times bestselling author Kate Quinn comes a gorgeously written fantastical adventure which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.Alexandria “Alix” Watson has learned one lesson from her barren childhood in the foster-care system: books will never let you down, unlike people. Working three dead-end jobs to make ends meet and knowing college is a pipe dream, Alix takes nightly refuge in the high-vaulted reading room at the Boston Public Library, escaping into her favorite fantasy novels and dreaming of far-off lands. Until the day she stumbles through a hidden door and meets the Librarian: the ageless, acerbic guardian of a hidden library where the desperate and the lost escape to new lives…inside their favorite books.The Librarian takes a dazzled Alix under her wing, but before she can escape into the pages of her new life, a shadowy enemy emerges to threaten everyone the Astral Library has ever helped protect. Aided by a dashing costume-shop owner and bookmarking their way from volume to volume, Alix and the Librarian flee through the Regency drawing rooms of Jane Austen to the back alleys of Sherlock Holmes and the champagne-soaked parties of The Great Gatsby as their enemy draws closer. But who does their enemy really wish to destroy—the Library, the Librarian, or Alix herself?
Save Our Souls
INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLERFrom the bestselling author of The Taking of Jemima Boone, the unbelievable true story of a real-life Swiss Family Robinson (and their dog) who faced sharks, shipwreck, and betrayal. On December 10, 1887, a shark fishing boat disappeared. On board the doomed vessel were the Walkers—the ship’s captain Frederick, his wife Elizabeth, their three teenage sons, and their dog—along with the ship’s crew. The family had spotted a promising fishing location when a terrible storm arose, splitting their vessel in two and leaving those onboard adrift on the perilous sea. When the castaways awoke the next morning, they discovered they had been washed ashore—on an island inhabited by a large but ragged and emaciated man who introduced himself as Hans. Hans appeared to have been there for a while and could quickly educate the Walkers and their crew on the island’s resources. But Hans had a secret . . . and as the Walker family gradually came to learn more, what seemed like a stroke of luck to have the mysterious man’s assistance became something ominous, something darker. Like David Grann and Stacy Schiff, Matthew Pearl unveils one of the most incredible yet little-known historical true stories, and the only known instance in history of an actual family of castaways. Save Our Souls asks us to consider who we might become if we found ourselves trapped on a deserted island.
Such a Clever Girl
Darby Kane, author of the #1 international bestseller Pretty Little Wife, returns with a gripping domestic thriller in which a family goes missing and a long-buried family mystery resurfaces. Fifteen years ago, the Tanner family vanished without a trace, leaving behind a chilling scene: half-eaten meals, a bloodstain by the door, and a smoldering fire consuming their business across town. The once-vibrant home stands untouched, a haunting relic of the past. As rumors fade into local folklore, the mystery of their disappearance seems destined to remain unsolved—until Aubrey Tanner returns. Now a hardened thirty-year-old, Aubrey arrives in town with secrets etched in her silence. Why did she come back? Was she a victim of the night that changed everything, or does she hold the truth of what happened to her family? The town is rife with theories, but three women share a dangerous bond: they know more than they’ve ever confessed. As the past resurfaces, old alliances fray. A teacher, a café owner, and a psychologist are drawn together by memories they’d rather forget. Each holds a piece of the puzzle—and a dark secret of their own. When a new disappearance sends shock waves through the town, blackmail begins, and the stakes climb higher. In a race against time, these women must confront the truth or risk becoming the next victims of a past they cannot escape. With tension rising and danger lurking, one thing is clear: someone is destined to kill again.
Suckerfish
Kolia has sworn this is the last time she''ll be lured home again by her mother, the most charming woman on earth . . . and probably the most chaotic. Her mother is a world class human rights lawyer - and a law unto herself - whilst Kolia currently spends her days joylessly tutoring the spoiled children of the uber rich. But as Kolia tries to escape her mother''s gravitational pull and find her own calling in a homeland she''s never visited before adulthood, she begins to wonder if she''s running away - or slowly turning into the woman she''s trying to leave behind.
The Unluckiest Leprechaun
A hapless leprechaun embarks on a quest to find his luck on the most auspicious day of the year in this delightfully rhythmic picture book about weathering disappointment and finding what makes you unique by New York Times bestselling author Alastair Heim.Little Clover leprechaun is the only one without any luck! He’s tired of feeling left out and lonely while the other leprechauns glow with magic and good fortune. This St. Patrick’s Day, when luck is in the air, Clover sets out to find his luck. But is there a rainbow out there for the unfortunate leprechaun?
These Isles
An inventive new look at the entwined histories of Britain and Ireland’s nations – and the people who have called them home. Acclaimed author and journalist Brian Groom reveals the colourful and often-contested history of the Celts, Romans, Anglo-Saxons, Vikings, Normans and others who have occupied these islands, along with their culture, languages and passions. Packed with surprise and insight, These Isles explores the role of religion, the British Empire, international diasporas and internal migration, gender relations and war in a nuanced and entertaining narrative. With forays into popular culture, sport, music, language, literature and art, These Isles stretches from 800,000-year-old footprints on a Norfolk beach to the changing fortunes of the early twenty-first century. It offers a uniquely rich and kaleidoscopic vision of the shared stories of people across Britain and Ireland – past and present.
The Red Winter
Lusty, dark, queer fantasy – The Red Winter is perfect for fans of The Witcher and Susanna Clarke. Inspired by the eighteenth-century legend of the Beast of Gévaudan. ‘Charming, haunting, ambitious’– T. KINGFISHER, author of Nettle & BoneA devastating love story. A bewitching twist on history. A blood-drenched hunt for purpose, power and redemption. In 1785, Professor Sebastian Grave receives the news he fears most: the terrible Beast of Gévaudan has returned, and the French countryside runs red in its wake. Sebastian knows the Beast. A monster-slayer with centuries of experience, he joined the hunt for the creature twenty years ago and watched it slaughter its way through a long and bloody winter. Even with the help of Sarmodel, the demon he plays host to, bringing the monster down nearly cost him his life. Now, two decades later, Sebastian has been recalled to the hunt by Antoine Avenel d’Ocerne, an estranged lover who shares a dark history with the Beast and a terrible secret with Sebastian. Drawn by both the chance to finish the Beast for good and the promise of a reconciliation with Antoine, Sebastian cannot refuse. Some monsters, it seems, simply won’t stay buried . . . 'An absolute feast of a book: rich, red, sinfully delicious' – ALIX E. HARROW, author of Starling House
Who's Hiding on Safari?
Help Little Cub look for Daddy Lion in this compact buggy book edition of Who's Hiding on Safari? Lift the felt flaps to see where he is!Is he bathing at the watering hole, munching a meal or prowling through the bush? Which other animals will you find hiding underneat? here are soft flaps on every spread that are easy for babies to lift, helping them develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. With artwork by Axel Scheffler, bestselling illustrator of The Gruffalo, and a handy velcro strap to attach to the pram, this is the perfect gift to share with little ones. Discover more animal adventures from Axel Scheffler: Who's Hiding on the Farm?, In the Jungle and Can You Find Mummy?
The Place That Has Never Been Wounded
*** IRELAND'S INSTANT NO.1 PAPERBACK NON-FICTION BESTSELLER ***'This book goes far beyond the realm of self help. It is beautiful, kind and unpatronizing, and it is genuinely helpful' Katriona O'Sulivan, bestselling author of Poor. In a world often marked by chaos and uncertainty, it's easy to feel unmoored, as if the ground beneath you is always shifting. This book is your compass: a steady reminder that even when the way forward seems unclear, a path always exists. In The Place That Has Never Been Wounded, bestselling author, musician and mental health advocate Niall Breslin draws on the principles of mindfulness - and years spent helping people navigate anxiety, overwhelm and emotional strain - to offer a grounded, compassionate guide for turbulent times. This is not a book of rigid rules or quick fixes. Instead, it offers practical ways to: - Reconnect with your inner stillness - Meet life's challenges with patience and clarity - Release what no longer serves you - Trust the quiet wisdom that already exists within Accompanied by deeply beautiful meditations, this book will anchor you when life feels turbulent, guide you back when you drift, and help you make sense of life's heaviest moments. At its core is a simple but powerful reminder: everything you need to endure, heal and move forward is already within you. With Niall as your guide, you'll reconnect with your unshaken self - the part that has never been wounded - and find your way home.
The Institute
The Sanctuary meets Shutter Island in this high-concept psychological thriller from the critically acclaimed author of The Sisterhood.Birds of a feather A group of teenagers jump off a train platform intentionally into the path of an arriving train.The lone survivor, Charlie, cannot recall the incident, but is adamant that she and her friends weren’t suicidal. Flock together… Her mother, Jo, is desperate for answers. When she’s approached by Nathalie Bergstedt, the Director of the Arbor Institute, a government-affiliated research institute who are investigating the rise of ‘flock’ behaviour phenomena – where people are banding together to self-destruct – she agrees to take Charlie there. But never underestimate At the Arbor Institute, Charlie is told that she’s at risk of ‘re-flocking’ and if she does, she will likely die. But when another flock-survivor disappears and Charlie discovers that she’s being watched, she realises that not everything is as it seems at the Institute. But as everyone knows, nature is red in tooth and claw and you should never corner a wounded animal. The instinct to survive…
Emberclaw
Long-banished dragons, revered as gods, return to the mortal realm in the second book in this magical, romantic, epic fantasy series from a Sunday Times bestselling author. An ancient danger. A broken bond. The fate of two worlds hangs in the balance. Arcady and Everen have been separated, parted by the Veil. Alone in Vatra, Arcady embarks on their greatest con yet: posing as a noble student at the University, determined to prove their grandsire's innocence once and for all. Imprisoned in Vere Celene, Everen is hated by his kind. When he is released to defend his people, visions of the past and the future haunt him. If he steers the wrong path, he may never create a future where humans and dragons can live in harmony. Time is running out. Threats rise from Arcady's old life and their new. And between the worlds, an ancient danger is awakening. Together Arcady and Everen can face it - but only if they can find their way back together, and restore the trust that has been broken. READERS LOVE EMBERCLAW 'Trials, fated lovers, and a plot so knotted you'll be wishing this were a trilogy' ? 'If Dragonfall left you intrigued, Emberclaw will leave you breathless' ? 'I loved reading every line of it' ? 'Each chapter had me gasping and ready for more' ? 'This second book was so enthralling' ?
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