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Ghost Wedding
A poignant story of love and regret, from a master of contemporary Irish fictionAn Irish Times, RTÉ Culture and Big Issue Book of the Year for 2025* 'David Park is one of Ireland's great novelists.' Roddy Doyle, author of The Commitments *For fans of Sebastian Faulks, Donal Ryan and Anne Tyler comes this beautiful novel following two troubled men, separated by nearly a century, bound by the ghosts of their pastWhen George Allenby is put in charge of building a lake in the grounds of an imposing Irish manor house, he intends to do the job as swiftly as possible and return to Belfast. Allenby is still wrestling with his time as an officer during the First World War, burdened by the many things he could have done differently. Almost a century later, Alex and Ellie are preparing for their wedding, sparing no expense to hire a venue overlooking the very lake Allenby built all those years ago. Like Allenby before him, Alex is haunted by decisions he made in the past. Now, with the wedding drawing ever closer, he is at a crossroads. Telling the truth might free him from his guilt; it might also take away everything he cares about, including Ellie. In this masterful portrait of love and betrayal, David Park reveals the many ways the past seeps into the present: destructive, formidable, but also hopeful, in the moments of fragile beauty that remain.
A Necessary Kindness
'Told with wisdom and kindness. I recommend that everyone reads this book.' ANNA KENT, author of FRONTLINE MIDWIFE'Give this book to every anti-choice or apathetic bystander you know.' BENJAMIN BLACK, author of BELLY WOMANOne in three UK women will have an abortion in their lifetime, yet shame and secrecy still surround this essential healthcare. Through intimate, deeply human stories from her clinic - where she helps mothers, students and women whose home countries don't give them the freedom to choose - abortion nurse Juno Carey reveals how her work changes and saves lives. As reproductive freedoms face new threats the world over, A Necessary Kindness is a vital resource that makes clear why and how these rights must be protected.
Igor and the Mending Mice
Igor and the Mending Mice is a funny and heartwarming picture book that celebrates creativity and shows children the joy of repairing and recycling, as a family of clever mice take on fast fashion and outsmart a bullying factory boss. In a town where fashion is everything and people only wear brand-new clothes, a family of industrious mice discover a different way forward. With nimble paws and clever ideas, they begin mending old and damaged clothes, stitching new life into once-forgotten favourites. Soon, their human neighbours are delighted to have wardrobes that are both beautiful and long-lasting. But not everyone is happy. Igor, the mean and miserly owner of the town’s fast-fashion factory, is furious as his business begins to lose money. Determined to put a stop to the meddling mice, he tries to outwit them. Can Igor squash their creativity, or will the mice’s resourceful nature inspire a change of heart (and business)? Through humour and heart, this story shows that small acts of creativity can make a big difference, while gently encouraging children to think about waste and sustainability. Igor and the Mending Mice is a joyful book that introduces children to the idea of 're-loving' their old clothes and inspires them to see the value in what they already have. Printed locally on recycled paper, it will delight young readers and reassure adults they are making a positive choice for the planet.
The Debt To Pleasure
Winner of the Whitbread First Novel Award 1996. To like something is to want to ingest it and, in that sense, is to submit to the world; to like something is to succumb, in a small but contentful way, to death. Tarquin Winot – hedonist, food obsessive, ironist and snob – travels a circuitous route from the Hotel Splendide in Portsmouth to his cottage in Provence. Along the way he tells the story of his childhood and beyond through a series of delectable menus, organized by season. But this is no ordinary cookbook, and as we are drawn into Tarquin’s world, a far more sinister mission slowly reveals itself . . . John Lanchester’s The Debt to Pleasure is a wickedly funny ode to food; an erotic and sensual culinary journey. Its elegant, intelligent and unhinged narrator is nothing less than a work of art himself. Now part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the very best of modern literature.
The Infamous Gilberts
''Completely captivating: I absolutely loved it. A compelling, ingenious, mischievous blend of tragedy, comedy and intrigue'' Nina Stibbe‘We shall be forgotten.’ he said. ‘We shall be lost. They will scrub us away like a set of dirty fingerprints on a plastic kettle.’The crumbling Gothic mansion of Thornwalk, long-term home of the Gilbert family, is being handed over to a chain of luxury ‘historic’ hotels. Millions will be spent in its restoration. But for every ‘improvement’, what will be lost? What value can there possibly be in a threadbare carpet, a tarnished spoon and a thousand empty jam jars?Before the hotel people arrive, with their clipboards and their skips and their bottles of bleach, Maximus, loyal guardian of the Gilberts’ legacy, invites us on a final tour of the once-stately home, where each room holds a secret. From the bolt on the blue room door to the tiny dents in the bars at the nursery window … these are the keys that will unlock the lives of the five fatherless Gilbert children.A frustrated romantic, a stubborn traditionalist, a dreamer, a diva and an explorer: The Infamous Gilberts will be cast adrift on the irresistible tides of the twentieth century, buoyed by love, buffeted by loss, and tangled together in an unputdownable story where the lines between eccentricity and madness, cruelty and love become hilariously, heartbreakingly blurred.
Underspin
''An electric debut'' Jenny Tinghui Zhang, author of Four Treasures of the Sky''Zhao''s prose is a marvel'' Rob Franklin, author of Great Black HopeRyan Lo begins playing table tennis at age eight. His brilliant but ruthless coach sees a talent in him that might be nurtured into greatness.Through an adolescence marked by hours of practice, matches away from home, clandestine relationships and a determination to win, Ryan ascends to the highest echelons of the game, just as he was supposed to.But here he is now, dead before his twenty-fifth birthday, leaving grief and confusion in his wake.Ryan Lo was meant to be great. What happened?Underspin delves beneath the pressure that forges a champion, and the vulnerability that makes a coming of age: the crackling intensity of a match, the push and pull of first love, and the great injustices committed within our closest relationships.''An unconventional and stylish portrait of a table tennis wunderkind . . . this book will immerse you in its high-stakes world until the very last page'' Alina Grabowski, author of Women and Children First
DK Top 10 Cyprus
Make the most of your trip to Cyprus with this Top 10 guide. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Cyprus has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about.
Inside this guide to Cyprus, you'll find:
- Top 10 lists of Cyprus's must-sees and must-dos, including relaxing on Ayia Napa's beaches, visiting the Cyprus Museum in Nicosia and exploring the Roman ruins of Kourion
- Cyprus's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping
- Themed lists, including the best beaches, scenic villages, walking trails, local dishes and much more
- Brand-new itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a week
- A laminated pull-out map of Cyprus, plus five full-colour area maps
Dragonborn
A New York Times bestseller, meet the electric new fantasy series for fans of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief and Impossible Creatures, perfect for readers aged 9-12.
Life is no fun for Alex Evans. Ever since her dad's death, her overprotective mother has smothered her with unbreakable rules and unspoken fears. When the frustration inside Alex finally gets too big to bear, it rushes to the surface.
And flames spill from her mouth.
Because Alex is a dragon. One of the many who live among us, unless something awakens their true nature. Led by the mighty Oliphos to the legendary island of Skralla, Alex must now train alongside fierce, frightening dragon children, if she is to unlock the power of her birthright.
But other dragons are rising too. Drak Midna, the greatest dragon of all, is preparing a war against the human world, and Alex has to be good enough for this fight, or we all will burn . . .
The Coming Storm
A prescient, thoughtful and chilling examination of the current state of the world.
If there are lessons from history, now is the time when we need to heed them, so that we do not end up in another Great Power war because of the fatal combinations of jingoism, fear, fatalism, and sheer stupidity that set off the first major war of the 20th century.
The great majority of people alive today have come of age in a world of remarkable stability, presided over by either one or two superpowers. This is not to say the world has been peaceful; but it has to an extent been predictable. As an increasing number of Great Powers now jostle for regional supremacy our world has become more fragile, unpredictable – and combustible.
To understand the threats that face us in this complex new terrain, we must look to the lessons of the late nineteenth and early twentieth century – a time when Great Powers clashed and sought regional dominance, when nationalism and populism were on the rise, and many felt that globalization had failed them: a time, in other words, that carries eerie parallels with our own.
Growing Up with Addiction
Growing up with a parent’s addiction leaves ripple effects that can be felt well into adulthood. The trauma of familial dysfunction can weave into the fabric of your life, affecting relationships, parenting and work, and even leading to you questioning your own worth, mistrusting intimacy and feeling disconnected from yourself.
But it doesn’t have to stay this way. In this nurturing book, clinical psychologist Dr Tian Dayton draws on expertise from decades working with adult children of alcoholics, as well as her own personal experience, to empower you to embrace recovery and break the chain of intergenerational dysfunction. She will guide you as you examine how addiction shaped your family, understand the imprint it left on your childhood and discover tools to heal and thrive. You will learn to process attachment wounds, reconnect with your body, regulate emotions and move towards post-traumatic growth.
Grounded in research, enriched by client narratives and filled with practical exercises based on Dr Dayton's own Relational Trauma Repair (RTR) model, this book will allow you to recover from buried hurt and give your inner child a voice, illuminating the path towards a better future for yourself and your loved ones.
Bluey: Bedtime Little Library
Get ready for bed with Bluey in this Bedtime Little Library. These chunky mini books are perfect for little hands. Stories include Fruit Bat, Daddy Putdown, Burger Shop and Sleepytime. It’s the perfect little gift for big Bluey fans.
Night-night Bluey!
If I Were a Plant
If Lola were a plant, she wouldn’t be a dog, a cat, a mouse, a penguin, a gnat or a hippopotamus, but she would still be alive and well.
In If I Were a Plant, Lola discovers that plants are the most numerous living beings on the planet. She also finds out how they get their food without being able to move and how they breathe despite not having a mouth or nose, along with many other things she never thought a plant could do.
A book for discovering unusual facts about plants and for looking at something you thought you knew with fresh eyes.
Tales of Time and Space
Four STARRY tales of time travel, space and . . .lemonade?!
All aboard the 59A time travelling bus! Sip a cool lemonade on the moon! Meet a caveman who is still alive today! Find out how to build a rocket ship that goes to Mars!
With full-colour illustrations, these stories are the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of legendary storyteller Sir Terry Pratchett.
‘Whoever heard of three kids going to the Moon?’ Goggles (a kid who has been to the Moon)
Dunbar
Henry Dunbar, the once all-powerful head of a global media corporation, is not having a good day. In his dotage he handed over care of the corporation to his two eldest daughters, Abby and Megan. But relations quickly soured, leaving him to doubt the wisdom of past decisions.
Now imprisoned in a care home in the Lake District with only a demented alcoholic comedian as company, Dunbar starts planning his escape. As he flees into the hills, his family is hot on his heels. Who will find him first, his beloved youngest daughter, Florence, or the tigresses Abby and Megan, so keen to divest him of his estate?
The Story of Art without Men
Step into the incredible lives of the women artists who have gone uncelebrated for too long.
Journey through history, from the Renaissance to the Second World War, and across the globe, from Cornwall to Manhattan, Nigeria, Japan and more, to discover the stories of women who changed the world with their incredible art.
You'll learn about the extraordinary lives of freedom fighters, game changers and adventurers - and be astounded by the art they made, with its striking landscapes, hidden messages and calls for women's rights.
Based on the bestselling book The Story of Art Without Men, this version includes breathtaking illustrations and a host of new art and artists to discover.
The Farmer’s Pantry
At Farmer J, food is never boring. Because life's too short for bland. It's about cooking like you give a fork.
Beloved restaurant brand Farmer J is known as the Home of the Fieldtray. The concept is a totally customisable meal that is bold and vibrant, yet comforting and humble. This book is for people who love flavourful food but can't be bothered with the faff.
The Farmer's Pantry features over 100 recipes. Every dish is based around one pantry staple - things like harissa, tahini, miso, dukkah and gochujang. These jars, pastes, spices and sauces are the cheat code that takes a Tuesday night chicken thigh and make it sing.
So if you like the sound of chermoula fish skewers with blistered greens, or Baharat roasted lamb shank + mint schug, or tahini that gets dolloped, swirled, and spiced within an inch of its life —welcome. This is your kind of cookbook.
DK Switzerland
Make your trip to Switzerland extraordinary.
Hiking up to Alpine glaciers. Chocolate tasting in Geneva. Cruising the Rhine on a river boat. Switzerland offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.
Our updated guide brings Switzerland to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country’s buildings and neighbourhoods.
You'll discover:
- our pick of Switzerland's must-sees and top experiences
- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Switzerland
- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy
- easy-to-follow itineraries
- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
- colour-coded chapters to each part of Switzerland
- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go
White Sheep
As a child I longed for escape... I wished things could be different, but what can you do but hold on for the rid? uch a small house... How could it have accommodated both my mother and grandmother? They were both huge beyond their physical boundaries, filling each room until I thought the fire would go out for lack of air.
Cosmic Cadets and the Bubblegum Bots
Gloria is willing to do anything to top the unofficial missions leaderboard at the Cosmic Cadet Academy. If only she can avoid triggering a universe-wide robot apocalypse . . . In Cosmic Cadets and the Bubblegum Bots, follow intergalactic besties Gloria and Razz on their most dangerous mission yet. Packed with jokes from the hilarious Ryan Crawford and out-of-this-world illustrations from Rochelle Falconer, this is a perfect young middle-grade adventure read. Gloria and Razz are one mission away from officially being leaders of the unofficial leaderboard at the Cosmic Cadet Academy. All they need to do is survive a trip to the extremely safe and not-at-all dangerous Bubblyon Blasters Bubblegum Factory. Then avoid getting trapped forever in a prison made of gum and defeat their shiny evil robot nemesis. What could possibly go wrong? If Gloria and Razz do find a way out of this seriously sticky situation, they might just prevent a cosmic robot apocalypse. Or be the cause of one!
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