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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!Himekawa has made quite the name for herself as an international art thief, but when she suddenly finds herself in need of a partner in crime, Hamster Master Arashiyama is just the girl for the job! While it’s not the partnership Gero expected to find in his quest for marriage, that won’t stop this new dynamic duo from taking the criminal underworld by storm!

For fans of horror-infused music lore and cult thrillers, a graphic novel about one man’s race to expose the dark truth behind a town’s mysterious youth-obsessed cult, inspired by the songs of The Funeral Portrait. There is a light that draws them like moths to a flame. Deep in the darkness, there are strange figures beckoning, and the sound of music drifting in the fog. Deep in their hearts, they know the Coffin Crew is all they need. Join Z2 for the tale woven by acclaimed writer Leah Moore, from the songs and videos by The Funeral Portrait. Irving Westhound, a driven man on a mission, tries to discover why the kids of the town are unable to resist the siren call of the Cults' enigmatic leader before it's too late!

An investigation into ideas and experiences of Heaven across religious and cultural traditions throughout history• Comprehensively explores the meanings, history, ideas, and experience of Heaven throughout the world’s exoteric and esoteric traditions• Explores the heavens of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, the Abrahamic traditions, Far Eastern mythologies, and Indigenous nations• Considers questions about our “need” for Heaven, further informed by popular culture, folklore, and personal experienceAcross all ages people have wondered about the afterlife. Is Heaven a reward for good behavior, the home of the gods, or a state of being? As Tobias Churton reveals, such questions and beliefs about the nature of Heaven go back to humanity’s earliest days. Beginning with mythology in ancient Mesopotamia, Egypt, and the Far East, we find sophisticated conceptions within early philosophy and the Abrahamic religions, many of which persist unchanged. Churton examines the complexities of Jesus’s teaching that “the Kingdom of God is within you” and Islamic ideas about paradise. He analyzes the beliefs of Eastern mystics and Maori, Australian Aboriginal, and Polynesian traditions as well as heavenly conceptions among Indigenous cultures of the Americas. He presents Renaissance-era understandings of Heaven’s connection to the body in the alchemical spiritual medicine of Paracelsus and the mysticism of Jacob Böhme and reveals that Emmanuel Swedenborg, followed by William Blake, controversially associated Heaven with sexuality. Churton then delves into the contemporary era, exploring Heaven from perspectives of spiritualism, psychedelic experience, communist materialism, and the arts, including John Lennon’s lyrical suggestion that we imagine that there is no heaven. Whether Heaven is considered a specific place or a deeply felt state of being, this in-depth investigation emphasizes its resonance and significance for all of humanity.

Spark creativity and banish boredom with the ultimate collection of over 250 screen-free activities for kids. Winner of the 2018 Creative Play Award, Unlock Your Imagination is packed with creative, hands-on activities, including making your own fruit monster, creating a TV show, and building a crazy-golf course. It gives kids aged 7+ much-needed (and fun!) screen-free time. Inspiring creativity and imagination with amazing crafts and projects, this book encourages kids to get practical by creating their own origami animals and putting on their own puppet show. There's also plenty of fun games that will get them on their feet, including capture the flag, making an obstacle course (and then completing it!), and a guide to hilarious dance moves. Why this book is a must-have for every child:Endless Entertainment: Features over 250 brilliant ideas, ensuring you always have kids' screen-free activities ready for any situation, whether at home or on the go. Boosts Creativity: Encourages imaginative play and critical thinking with a mix of puzzles, creative writing prompts, and hands-on building projects. Award-Winning Content: A new paperback edition of the acclaimed title that won the 2018 Creative Play Award. Something for Everyone: A diverse range of boredom buster activities, including sports, drama, arts and crafts, and problem-solving challenges that require only simple household items. No matter what their abilities or interests are, unlock your child's potential and discover a world of fun beyond the screen today!*Unlock Your Imagination won a Creative Play Award in 2018 for the Books category.

🌩 Get ready for your next dystopian romance obsession — Divergent meets Fourth Wing in the gripping post-apocalyptic romantasy set within the exclusive Amery Academy…? DON’T MISS THE STUNNING SPRAYED EDGE SPECIAL EDITION, while supplies last!. ?‘Oh my gosh. Dystopian is back baby!!!!’' ? ?‘The chemistry is top tier’ ? ‘If you’re in your dystopian romance era like the rest of us, don’t miss this one!’ ? --ENDURE THE STORM. EARN YOUR PLACE. FULFIL YOUR DESTINY. For nineteen-year-old Poet Graves, New Manhattan has always promised safety from the deadly electrical storms that ravage the world — but only if she plays her part. Raised within the ruling Houses and betrothed to a powerful heir, she arrives at the prestigious Amery Academy knowing her future has already been decided: pass the trials, join the Society, and secure her place among the elite. Fail, and she will be cast out beyond the city’s protection. But Amery is nothing like she imagined. Its trials are brutal, its loyalties conditional, and its rules designed to expose weakness. As Poet struggles to survive, she must hide the truth that could get her executed: the storms don’t fear her — they answer back. Defying her father’s expectations, Poet dreams of becoming a Storm Breaker, someone trained to face the very forces others fear. But ambition can be deadly in a world where power is tightly held, and rebellion comes at a cost. When a dangerous outsider from beyond the city walls enters the academy, Poet is drawn to him despite everything she’s been taught to believe. He threatens the life she’s been promised. And choosing him could cost her not just her future, but her freedom. --🖤 TROPES FOR STORM BREAKER 🖤? Forbidden Romance ? Dark Academia ? Enemies-to-Lovers ? Dystopian ? Slow Burn? Found Family🔥 Praise for Storm Breaker 🔥'Equal parts ruthless and romantic, this story crackles and sparks with secrets, trials, and twists!' —Briar Boleyn, NYT bestselling author of Bloodwing Academy series'Storm Breaker is sharp, romantic, and bursting with edge-of-your-seat adventure. . .I cannot wait for more!'—Kaylie Smith, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Phantasma'One totally unputdownable thrill ride of a book.'—Sable Sorensen, USA Today bestselling author of Dire Bound'Nisha delivers a fresh new take on a beloved genre!'—Amber V. Nicole, NYT bestselling author of The Book of Azreal'Storm Breaker is the fresh, heart-pounding, action-packed dystopian dark academia you’ve been waiting for. . .sparks ignite from the very first page!'—Amalie Howard, USA Today bestselling author of The Starlight Heir'Storm Breaker is THE dystopian of the year. . .An absolute must-read!'—Tina Mars, author of This Wretched Alchemy'A fast-paced, electrifying bolt of a book, Storm Breaker is set to take over the world.'—Shaylin Gandhi, author of When We Had Forever'Storm Breaker is a gripping, unputdownable dystopian. . .this will be on everyone's “must-read” TBR.'—Elayna R. Galles, bestselling author of Tethered Readers are OBSESSED with Storm Breaker:‘Academia, trials, slow burn….SO good, I couldn’t put this down!’ — Reader review ‘Slow burn romance fans...this is for you! AMAZING!’ — Reader review ‘Rook is mysterious, brooding…I loved the yearning between them!’ — Reader review

'I have never told anyone about this before. There is no way to prove that it happened, but why would I lie?' The narrator of Attention-Seeking Behaviour thinks you should know about the body she found in the park. She thinks you should know about her sex life, which is fulfilling and systematic. She thinks you should know that she is a writer, that she is 'complex, creative and nasty'. But above all, she thinks you should know that she is a compulsive liar. Trying to break this habit for the sake of Normal Ben, an honest and uncomplicated man, she attempts a sincere reckoning with her long history of deception, its psychological roots and the terrible cost it has exacted on her relationships. But can we believe a word she say? unny, sexy, and politically astute, Attention-Seeking Behaviour is at once a personal confessional and a critical history of lie detection methods. Blending fiction and non-fiction - memoir, novel and essay - it wields confession shamelessly while positively embracing the proximity of literature and lying.

An enchanting picture book about following your dreams Amelie is a little girl who dreams of dancing. Of skipping over rooftops and pirouetting round the moon. She could twirl on her toes as lightly as snow, and dart through the air like a swallow, so her Granddad called her Little Bird. One day Little Bird sees the ballet practice for Swan Lake, and decides that all she wants is to become a ballerina. When she gets her very first pair of silken ballet shoes from Grandpa, can Amelie take the leap to follow her dreams? A beautiful story of dancing and following your dreams, from well-loved Cbeebies presenter Cerrie Burnell Filled with gorgeous illustrations from Laura Ellen Anderson, including a brand new cover! A perfect story for to encourage little readers to follow their dreams Previously published as Ballet Dreams If you liked this story, you'll love Mia's Brave Move also by Cerrie Burnell and Laura Ellen Anderson

A page turning historical fiction novel that's guaranteed to warm your heart, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin! Don't miss the start of this brand new series!Will she find the strength to start agai? hen Jenny Gregory leaves wartime London for the quiet town of Allanby Cross, she feels as though her hopes for the future are slipping away. But an unexpected offer to become the editor for the struggling Allanby Cross Gazette gives her a chance to begin again. Eager to prove herself, Jenny throws her energy into reviving the paper and finding her place in the community. But when mistakes and mishaps begin to threaten her hard work, she starts to suspect someone wants her to fail. With the support of new friends, Jenny must hold her nerve and uncover the truth before her chance at a fresh start slips through her fingers... Readers LOVE Lesley Eames!'These books keep you curled up on the sofa can't put them down...Lesley is a fabulous writer!'? ?'Excellent read, I couldn't put it down - I can't wait for Lesley's the next book!'? ?'I loved reading this new story from Lesley Eames, so much so that I didn't want to come to the end.'? ?'This was a brilliant book - could have kept on reading all night! The first book I have read by this author but definitely not the last!'? ?

'Well-researched and enthralling, Peter Ricketts brings the wartime Foreign Office to life.’ – Tim Bouverie'The gripping story of how the men and women of the Foreign Office secured Britain's victory in the Second World War and created a new international order.' – Professor Helen McCarthy“A gripping account of British diplomacy during the Second World War, filled with high drama and moments of tension. Ricketts vividly brings to the fore some of the most fascinating figures in the history of the Foreign Office.”Dr Helen FryDiscover the untold story of the British diplomats who shaped WWII – and the peace that followed – in this vivid exploration of a transformative moment in modern history. While military exploits and Churchill’s leadership dominate history books, Peace Makers reveals how the men and women of the Foreign Office forged alliances, supported resistance movements, managed refugee crises and laid the groundwork for the post-war international order. From the rooftops of Whitehall during the Blitz to embassies under siege across Europe and Asia, diplomats and their families demonstrated extraordinary resilience and ingenuity. They evacuated civilians, backed resistance networks, gathered intelligence and waged battles of persuasion. Some endured years apart from home; others, like staff in Tokyo, survived internment. Figures such as Archibald Clark Kerr in Moscow and Sir Alexander Cadogan in London steered critical alliances and helped shape the world to come. Peace Makers also explores how the war transformed the Foreign Office itself, sweeping away the barriers that had kept women out of top jobs. Through vivid portraits of pioneers like Freya Stark, Nancy Lambton and Elizabeth Wiskemann, you'll learn how women began to rise to senior diplomatic ranks. It also features the first published account from the only surviving member of the wartime Foreign Office, who shares her extraordinary story of travelling with Anthony Eden to the great wartime Summits. Peace Makers brings these stories together in a compelling narrative that blends fresh research with vivid storytelling. It offers a new lens on the war – one that highlights diplomacy as a frontline force and reveals how its legacy continues to shape our world. This is essential reading for anyone interested in history, international affairs or the human stories behind global change. ----------------------------------------------'A fascinating account of how the Foreign Office helped turned wartime victory into postwar peace.’ – Professor David Reynolds'Places the dedicated men and women in the British Foreign Office in the pantheon of WWIl heroes.’ – Rt Hon Andrew Mitchell'Who better than a former Permanent Secretary to take us on a riveting tour of the Foreign Office at war?’ – Professor Peter Hennessy'A fascinating account of the ingenuity and courage required of diplomats in wartime.' – Lord Hague

"Nature Is The Answer bursts with ideas, solutions and love for the wondrous, fragile living world of which we are part. It reminds us that hope is a verb with its sleeves rolled up. It shows us that the best answer to anxiety or despair is action — and that just because we cannot save everything does not mean we cannot save anything. Read it and leap!" – Robert MacfarlaneUnderstand eco-anxiety, build resilience, and make sure your demands for the future are heard with this kids’ guide to facing green grief. Chris Packham experiences eco-anxiety often. The climate breakdown can feel overwhelming and cause many worries about the future. But that doesn’t mean the wild world can’t be an amazing place. In fact, if eco-anxiety is caused by the state of nature, then perhaps the state of nature has answers to our eco-anxiety. This nature book for kids confronts the climate breakdown, normalises eco-anxiety, and trumpets advocacy – while keeping the joy of nature at the forefront. Help children overcome eco-anxiety and learn how they can make a positive impact!Uplifting and practical eco-centric advice: Full of hopeful, science-backed tips and tricks to lessen climate anxiety, alongside key climate information and perspectives from experts and other young people, including advice on activism, navigating social media, and discerning fake news. Full of nature activities for kids: Reinforce the learning with fun, age-appropriate nature activities for kids in every chapter – including a variety of nature crafts and mindfulness exercises. The perfect nature gift for kids: An empowering exploration of the natural world, perfect for kids aged 9-12 who want to make the world a better place. Personal anecdotes from Chris’s many years working as a naturalist will be interspersed throughout, emphasising that nature can still be a joyous place – and that it still holds many answers to the biggest personal and global problems we face. Because, as Chris has found throughout his career, Nature is the Answer.

A raucous picture book about difference, diversity and tolerance, from the author of CBeebies' Nikhil & Jay and Sona Sharma. A rousing verse picture book for 5 years plus, about celebrating yourself but also allowing others to be themselves, and learning celebrate other voices too. Narrated by two different child voices, "Me" and "You", this is a fun young debate about identity, inclusion and respectful coexistence. Joyfully illustrated by Sophie Bass, this is a picture book with universal messages for anyone who's ever felt "put in a box".

The Future Is The Journey. The vastness of space, the endless ribbon of time, worlds beyond our own: humanity has always been driven to explore, to pass the horizon and enter the unknown. For too many, that drive is what ultimately destroys us. In three critically-acclaimed novellas, the "British master of science fiction" (Reactor) takes you into a mysterious artefact at the edge of the Solar system, to the very last day of time, into a world apparently born of children’s stories, with fearless – and sometimes hapless – explorers... and shows us why sometimes it’s best to stay at home. Collecting Tchaikovsky's critically acclaimed novellas Walking to Aldebaran (2019), One Day All This Will Be Yours (2021) and And Put Away Childish Things (2023) for the first time, Terrible Worlds: Destinations gives you three glimpses of the limits of reality.

Master of sci-fi Dan Smith delivers an action-packed thriller as secret organisation The Night House exposes the bloodcurdling truth of what lurks inside Dr Kilgore’s House of Horrors. Deep in the Texan desert, the Slade family’s trip of a lifetime takes a terrifying turn when their car crashes on the highway. Stranded and alone, they’re picked up by passing trucker Sam, who leads them to a long-abandoned ghost town, Coyote Creek. There the family are forced to enter Dr Kilgore’s House of Horrors, a nightmarish maze filled with sinister, all-too lifelike waxworks and bone-chilling secrets. Will they find a way to escape or will they become the latest victims of the horrors that await?

In the world of espionage, where the accounts of renowned spies often dominate the narrative, this is a rare gem - an untold story of a completely unknown spy. Baron William de Ropp, a Baltic German aristocrat, wasn't just any ordinary spy; he was MI6's top secret agent in Nazi Germany from 1931 to 1939, managing to escape Berlin just before war broke out. This unsung hero had direct access to Adolf Hitler and an inside track on the Nazi regime. His reports, shrouded in secrecy, had the power to shape British policy toward Germany in a pivotal period of history. The Spy and the Devil is a riveting tale of espionage, intrigue, and the untold impact of one man's secret mission on the course of history. A journey into the shadows of Nazi Germany, where a forgotten British spy worked tirelessly to avert catastrophe, and discover the secrets that history almost left behind.

Even for a con artist, Liz is about to take things way, way too far . . . Liz has always had a knack for charming people and gaining their trust. That''s what makes her such a talented con artist. But lately the pressure''s rising - Liz''s past crimes have started snapping at her heels. So she leaps at the chance to escape to the Mexican coast to decorate a socialite''s new villa, planning to lie low, enjoy paradise, and behave herself for once.When Liz is mistaken for her absent employer, Isabelle, she can''t help getting drawn into this glamorous seafront community. But dangerous secrets lurk beneath the surface, and it''s not long before Liz realises that this time, she might be in over her head . . .Spoiler: it''s going to be carnage.

What would it be like to sit down for an impassioned, entertaining conversation with Hillary Clinton? In Something Lost, Something Gained, Hillary offers her candid views on life and love, politics, liberty, democracy, the threats we face, and the future within our reach. She describes the strength she draws from her deepest friendships, her Methodist faith, and the nearly fifty years she’s been married to President Bill Clinton—all with the wisdom that comes from looking back on a full life with fresh eyes. She takes us along as she returns to the classroom as a college professor, enjoys the bonds inside the exclusive club of former First Ladies, moves past her dream of being president, and dives into new activism for women and democracy. From canoeing with an ex-Nazi trying to deprogram white supremacists to sweltering with salt farmers in the desert trying to adapt to the climate crisis in India, Hillary brings us to the front lines of our biggest challenges. For the first time, Hillary shares the story of her operation to evacuate Afghan women to safety in the harrowing final days of America’s longest war. But we also meet the brave women dissidents defying dictators around the world, gain new personal insights about her old adversary Vladimir Putin, and learn the best ways that worried parents can protect kids from toxic technology. We also hear her fervent and persuasive warning to all American voters. In the end, Something Lost, Something Gained is a testament to the idea that the personal is political, and the political is personal, providing a blueprint for what each of us can do to make our lives better. Hillary has “looked at life from both sides now.” In these pages, she shares the latest chapter of her inspiring life and shows us how to age with grace and keep moving forward, with grit, joy, purpose, and a sense of humour.

First book in the doodle-packed diary series – now with a fresh new look and exclusive bonus content. "Tom Gates and Wimpy Kid fans need look no further than this laugh-out-loud offering" – Mail on Sunday"You must read these books" – Jamie Smart, bestselling author of Bunny vs MonkeyI am the god of tricksters. Well, I was until last Tuesday. Now I’m an eleven-year-old boy... Loki the mighty trickster god has been banished by Odin to live on Earth as an eleven-year-old school boy. Forbidden from revealing his AWESOME godly powers, Loki must do enough good deeds to earn his place back. As he records the truth in his magical (judgemental) diary, it seems like Loki might be a lost cause... BONUS CONTENT: Loki-style "facts" about his fellow Norse gods and a short story from Thor. There’s a whole world of Loki to read: A Bad God’s Guide to Being Good A Bad God’s Guide to Taking the Blame A Bad God’s Guide to Ruling the World A Bad God’s Guide to Making Enemies A Bad God’s Guide to Causing Chaos Also in the series: A Bad God's Guide to Unruly Activities

Karma je... späť! Zo snov a pracovných nádejí sa ľahko môže stať nočná mora... Andrea Sachsová o tom vie svoje. Pred desiatimi rokmi odišla z miesta asistentky Mirandy Priestlyovej v módnom časopise Runway, pre ktoré by milióny žien zabíjalo. Našťastie sa jej otvorili dvere k omnoho lepšej budúcnosti – s bývalou kolegyňou Emily založili luxusný svadobný časopis The Plunge, ktorý svojou populárnosťou môže rozhodne konkurovať aj samotnému Runwayu. Všetko sa zdá byť konečne dokonalé – dokonca aj Andrein nový snúbenec –, kým sa k nej nedostane tajný list. Správa ju vráti do čias odsudzujúcich pohľadov, z ktorých sa jej podarilo utiecť. Alebo si aspoň myslela, že sa jej to podarilo. Andrea sa musí znova postaviť zoči-voči módnej diablici. Aj keď je staršia a skúsenejšia, jej bývalá šéfka ju určite šetriť nebude. Ale tento raz ani ona ju. Z anglického originálu Revenge Wears Prada (Simon & Schuster, New York, 2013) preložil Michal Jedinák.

Lottie Davisová zmizla ako jedenásťročná počas narodeninovej oslavy. Sedemnásť rokov zavládlo ticho… … až do jej nečakaného návratu. Ten otrasie rodinou aj ľuďmi z jej minulosti. Najviac však mužom, ktorého nikdy nemala spoznať – jej bývalým únoscom. Z detstva ostali len tiene a množstvo nezodpovedaných otázok. Medzi nejasnou minulosťou a neistou prítomnosťou začína klíčiť niečo temné. Zakázaná blízkosť. Túžba silnejšia než vôľa. Láska, ktorá nemala existovať. Ich príbeh je plný napätia, vášne a nebezpečenstva. No práve to najnebezpečnejšie býva často aj najkrajšie. Štokholmský syndróm je erotický román o vášni, vine a láske bez pravidiel