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Blind Date with a Book - Dreaming Spires 1
A brand new Oxford-set summer romance inspired by Pride and Prejudice from award-winning author Emily Kerr.
For fans of enemies to lovers, forced proximity and book lovers!
Molly Bramble thought running a bookshop on a narrowboat would be a dream come true - until her biggest challenge turned out to be her new neighbour, Jack, a former city trader with a penchant for crashing boats and hearts.
When a "Blind Date with a Book" night goes awry, Molly finds herself reluctantly paired with Jack and his lack of literary knowledge. Will their rivalry over mooring fees and a missing sign lead to a sinking ship - or a love story with a plot twist?
As Molly and Jack navigate the choppy waters of romance, sabotage, and the occasional dog rescue, will their blossoming romance prove that sometimes the best stories are the ones we never see coming?
Tropes:
Enemies to lovers
Forced proximity
Book lovers
Rivals
The Patchwork Girl
They degraded her to the point where she'd become this sex thing - this thing that wasn't human, but an object - to the point where she believed that's what she was. The world of abuse and grooming gangs couldn't have seemed further away from Kate's start in life but, as so many young women now know, that matters little. As Sir Keir Starmer's national inquiry into grooming gangs begins, victims from across the country will share the stories of how they were targeted and their lives ruined. For Kate it was a situation that came out of the blue when, aged 18 and at college, her home life deteriorated and she found herself in supported housing for homeless teenagers in Telford. That's where she came into contact with an Asian gang who were grooming young girls for sex. One of the gang, who'd recently come out of prison, forced his way in and raped her before dragging her to a flat next door which the gang used for sex with underage girls, to publicly humiliate her in front of his friends. They threatened her with violence if she went to the police. It was the beginning of a cycle of serial and brutal abuse and rape that is almost impossible to imagine. She suffered mentally with PTSD being passed around between more than 70 men and taken to Morocco as a sex slave. Kate finally was able to report the abuse and some of the gang members were tried and sent to prison. Kate became a Mental Health Nurse in a secure unit in forensic mental health, which ironically includes working with sex offenders. She's become highly skilled in what she does, having an in-depth and first-hand knowledge of the thought processes of groomers.
Design Your Own Manga & Anime Characters
--In Design Your Own Manga & Animé Characters, acclaimed artist Sasha Vahadane will provide you with a complete roadmap for creating your own original characters from scratch. Filled with step-by-step demonstrations, expert guidance and advice and tips and tricks, this book will teach you everything you need to bring your unique characters to life.
This is the ultimate manual for beginner artists, and includes chapters on:
· Getting started and understanding your tools, both traditional & digital
· Learning the basics of anatomy
· Drawing faces and facial expressions
· Adding hair, clothes, accessories
· Creating dynamic poses and exploring body movement
· Composition tips and tricks
· Other characters: chibi, animals and kemonomimi
· Finding your own style
· Drawing your own manga stories
The Storm Cloud
It’s a wonderfully sunny Spring day but Bear has woken up to find a storm cloud hanging above his head and he just can’t get rid of it. Can his friends help him to find his way through the storm to discover the brightest of rainbow? beautiful, life-affirming and hopeful story about sitting with sadness, the power of friendship, and learning that the brightest rainbows always come after a storm.
Pets (Slide & Surprise!)
Discover lots of adorable pets in this pop-up board book for toddlers, filled with exciting interactive features, bright images and fun questions!The Slide & Surprise series from the renowned early-learning publisher, Priddy Books, will excite and engage inquisitive children. Each double-page has a tab to pull, revealing a surprise picture that pops up at the top and bottom. Full of cats, dogs, guinea pigs, hamsters, birds, fish, reptiles and more, this book is bursting with with eye-catching photographs to introduce young children to best-loved pets. Each image is clearly labelled to encourage picture-word recognition as well as improve vocabulary and speaking skills. Enjoy more interactive books in the Slide & Surprise series with Animals, Farm and Trucks and Things That Go.
Luna and the Night
Luna is afraid of the inky night that creeps under her door and around her bed -- until Mama suggests it might make Luna feel better if she says her fears out loud. The last thing Luna expects is for the Night to reply... Night wants to show Luna there is nothing to be afraid of, so together they play in the darkness. Luna paints the twilight sky in shimmering shades of blue and purple and dances among the stars in a sparkling dress that gleams like moonbeams. As Luna gets to know the Night, she realises that her fear has become her friend. A gentle bedtime read, this beautiful and immersive picture book will encourage children to face their fears with kindness and curiosity.
Two Kinds of Stranger
SHE HELPED A PERFECT A STRANGER. SHE DIDN'T KNOW HE WAS THE PERFECT KILLER...
Elly Parker had everything.
Perfect husband. Perfect apartment. Perfect friends and the perfect job.
As an internet celebrity - famed for her random acts of kindness - everyone knew it.
So when a betrayal causes her to lose it all, millions of people are watching.
But even at her lowest, Elly will always help someone in need.
Which makes her the perfect target for a sadistic game.
Because as she soon learns, you can never trust a stranger - and a seemingly random encounter plunges her into a nightmare worse than she ever imagined.
The only person she can turn to is conman turned trial lawyer Eddie Flynn, who must take on a case where nothing is what it seems. With the most cruelly ingenious mind manipulating events from the shadows, everyone is in danger - including Eddie and his family.
KJV Personal Size Large Print End-of-Verse Reference Bible, Pink Leathersoft, Red Letter, Comfort Print (Thumb Indexed)
Exploring God’s Word on the go just got easier. This edition not only includes the full text of the timeless King James Version in an easy-to-read large print, but it is also small enough for everyday use. Easy navigation with thousands of cross-references conveniently located at the end of verses both add to the exceptional reading experience. Features include:End-of-verse cross-references help you to find related passages quickly and easilyWords of Christ in red help you quickly identify Jesus’ teachings and statementsPortable personal-size format allows this Bible to be a perfect travel companion wherever you goVerse-by-verse format where each verse starts on its own line for easy readingLine-matched for improved clarity when readingDurable and flexible Smyth-sewn binding allows the Bible to lay flat wherever you are readingConcordance for looking up a word’s occurrences throughout the BibleFull-color maps show the layout of Israel and other biblical locations for better contextRibbon markers make it easy to navigate and keep track of where you are readingEasy-to-read extra-large 10.5-point KJV Comfort Print
Experiences Matter: Kangaroo Gets Glasses
Kangaroo Gets Glasses offers a gentle introduction to the experience of visiting the optician for young children.This funny, charming story is the perfect way to introduce young children to the experience of having an eye test and getting glasses. Also included are suggestions for activities and ideas to talk through together to help children reflect on their own experiences.Kangaroo is having trouble seeing the board in the classroom. Mum takes her to visit Mr Panda, the optician, for an eye test. Kangaroo is a little nervous, but Mr Panda is very kind...The Experiences Matter series of picture books provide a gentle means of discussing experiences, boosting self-esteem and reinforcing good behaviour. Supports the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage, and is also suitable for use with children in KS1 and can be used to discuss values. Suitable for children under 5.
A Year with Gilbert White
'Uglow makes us feel the life beyond the facts.' GUARDIAN'Few can match Uglow's skill at conjuring up a scene, or illuminating a character.' SUNDAY TIMES'Charming . . . Like Radio 4's shipping forecast for naturalists.' Andrea Wulf, FINANCIAL TIMES'A glorious celebration of curiosity and nature.' OBSERVERA BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE TIMES, THE SPECTATOR, FINANCIAL TIMES, OBSERVER AND NEW STATESMANIn 1781, Gilbert White was a humble country curate. He was also halfway to completing his path-breaking The Natural History of Selborne. No one had written like this before, with such close observation, humour, and sympathy. His spellbinding book has remained in print ever since, treasured by generations of readers. It would lead many to consider him 'the father of ecology'. Jenny Uglow illuminates this quirky, warm-hearted man. Tracing a single year of his daily fascination with the fauna, flora and people around him, she accompanies Gilbert from frost to summer drought, from the migration of birds to the sex lives of snails and the coming of harvest. Fresh, alive and original A Year with Gilbert White invites us to see the natural world anew, with astonishment and wonder. 'A feast of a book, it is beautifully illustrated and compulsively readable.'LITERARY REVIEW'The author brings her subject endearingly alive . . . [an] enriching book.' NATURE
Sakamoto Days, Vol. 21
Kill some time with former hit man Taro Sakamoto!Taro Sakamoto was once a legendary hit man considered the greatest of all time. Bad guys feared him! Assassins revered him! But then one day he quit, got married, and had a baby. He’s now living the quiet life as the owner of a neighborhood store, but how long can Sakamoto enjoy his days of retirement before his past catches up to him?!Shin and Heisuke infiltrate the JAA jail to find the fortune teller. However, they are suddenly noticed by the other prisoners and the warden! Hoping to find the fortune teller, who is said to be in the lowest level underground, their tour of the hellish prison filled with violent, hardened criminals is just beginning!
Last Train to Memphis
The first volume of Peter Guralnick's critically acclaimed Elvis Presley biographies'Elvis steps from the pages. You can feel him breathe' BOB DYLAN'Wonderful' RODDY DOYLELast Train to Memphis is arguably the first serious biography that refuses to dwell on the myth of Elvis. Aiming instead to portray in vivid, dramatic terms the life and career of this outstanding artistic and cultural phenomenon, it draws together a plethora of documentary and interview material to create a superbly coherent and plausible narrative. This is the first of three volumes from music critic and author, Peter Guralnick, and covers Presley's stratospheric rise to stardom up to his departure for Germany in 1958. Last Train to Memphis is undoubtedly the benchmark by which other biographies of Elvis are judged. 'Soars above all other accounts of Elvis' GUARDIAN'A triumph of biographical art... profound and moving' NEW YORK TIMES
Reading Champion: Graphics: The Shrinking Twins: Lost in the Woods
Join the shrinking twins, Dev and Maya, in this graphic novel adventure as they shrink until they are no bigger than a little finger. In this story, Dev and Maya are walking their dog in the woods when they shrink! How will they escape the giant insects and make it hom? eading Champion Graphic readers is a new strand in the Reading Champion programme. Each story follows the adventures of the same set of characters in exciting comic book form, perfect for encouraging reluctant readers. The books have been book banded to support children's reading in the classroom. The Shrinking Twins books have all been banded at book band 8 Purple.
Metal Hurlant
Utopia has been chased by sentient beings since the beginning of time. But what is it? Where is it? When? Ho? his installment of Humanoids’ celebrated genre anthology explores “heaven on earth” (and beyond), and the systems that have made it impossible, illusory, or brief, warping it into its darker dystopian mirror… Inside this 272-page tome: Interviews with filmmaker, documentarian, and “cult” expert Jodi Wille (The Source Family, Welcome Space Brothers), and utopian sci-fi master Kim Stanley Robinson (The Mars Trilogy, Ministry for the Future); a brief glimpse of French legend Tardi, and the complete Polonius, his rare, depraved 44-page work with writer Picaret; and 23 visions of utopias lost and found from the talented creators of comics past, present, and future.
Ollie's Busy Bee
Discover the magic of nature and the power of small changes in this charming new story in the internationally bestselling Ollie series.? When Ollie hears a buzzing bee outside her window, she can’t resist following it on an exciting adventure. It leads her to a secret garden full of wildlife, sparking her imagination and inspiring her to create a paradise for insects at home. With seeds, a bug hotel, and plenty of patience, Ollie shows that even the smallest spaces can make a big difference. With gorgeous illustrations, cut-outs and foil throughout, Ollie’s Busy Bee is an irresistible addition to this beloved series by Nicola Killen.?Discover Ollie's other adventures:Ollie’s Magic Bunny Ollie’s Christmas Reindeer Ollie’s Lost Kitten Ollie’s Back-to-School Bear Ollie’s Birthday Surprise Ollie's Puppy Love
Traitor’s Legacy
THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER INTRODUCING AN INCREDIBLE NEW SERIES FROM THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING MASTER OF HISTORICAL CRIME, S. J. PARRIS ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 'Sophia is a dazzling heroine, and the world of late Elizabethan England brimful of plot and conspiracy, is vividly and thrillingly brought to life' LAURA SHEPHERD-ROBINSON 'Right from the intriguing opening pages everything Parris layers into this Elizabethan crime drama screams bestselling series' OBSERVER 'A new historical crime from S. J. Parris is always cause for celebration but she really has excelled herself with Traitor's Legacy' ANDREW TAYLOR 'A writer who repeatedly proves that she is one of the most stylish of historical crime practitioners' FINANCIAL TIMES ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– England, 1598. Queen Elizabeth’s successor remains unnamed. The country teeters on a knife edge. When a young heiress is found murdered at the theatre, the Queen’s spymaster Robert Cecil calls upon former agent Sophia de Wolfe to investigate. A cryptic note found on the dead girl’s body connects to Sophia’s previous life as a spy, and her quest soon takes her into dangerous waters. Powerful enemies emerge, among them the Earl of Essex: the Queen’s favourite courtier and a man of ruthless ambition. This is a murder that reaches directly into the heart of the court. And Sophia is concealing a deep-buried secret of her own. She must uncover the truth before her past threatens to destroy her. Traitor's Legacy was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 12-05-2025 READERS LOVE TRAITOR’S LEGACY… ‘Top class historical crime’ 5 STARS ‘Another fantastic historical thriller from master of the Elizabethan mystery’ 5 STARS ‘A straight 5* for me! A very compelling novel I highly recommend’ 5 STARS ‘The only bad thing I have to say about this book is that it kept me reading way past midnight’ 5 STARS ‘Sophia De Wolfe is a truly epic character’ 5 STARS ‘I had very high expectations for this novel. It is excellent. And the even better news it is that this is the first of a new series’ 5 STARS ‘The richly detailed Elizabethan setting and clever twists kept me hooked from start to finish’ 5 STARS ‘The murder mystery is layered with political intrigue, keeping you second-guessing every revelation’ 5 STARS ‘Excellently researched, great plot, beautiful execution. I love the combination of historical menace and a thriller’ 5 STARS ‘S. J. Parris does it again’ 5 STARS ‘I didn't know who to trust or who to believe the whole way along’ 5 STARS ‘Another glorious dive into the murky world of Elizabethan spies and lies’ 5 STARS ‘Loved every minute of this book. More please featuring Sophia!’ 5 STARS ‘I'm already looking forward to book two’ 5 STARS ‘Tense, well-paced, twists that feel real and it’s easy to become immersed in a different world’ 5 STARS
Shadowhart
'A hell of a debut novel. Dragonhart is the kind of fantasy that had everything I need; enemies-to-lovers, a strong FMC seeking revenge, magic and DRAGONS’ ? 'This is genuinely the first book I’ve read where I can safely say that anyone who liked Fourth Wing will love it!’ ? A brand new fantasy romance for fans of Rebecca Yarros and Carissa Broadbent. An ancient prophecy. An impossible choice. An inevitable war. In the newly formed kingdom of Flambriar, Arla Reinhart is growing restless. Her body craves to train, like the assassin she once was. Thara, the dragon Arla is bonded with, fulfilling an ancient prophecy and making her a Dragonhart, urges her to follow her desires. But Arla has made a promise to Hark Stappen, her priority is to protect the people of Flambriar and keep them safe from the King of Kastonia. When Arla accepts an invitation to visit another kingdom, she sets in motion the prophecy she knows so little about. She must learn to trust herself and Thara, following a path she believes is right. But a darkness beyond Arla’s comprehension is stirring and she must make a decision that could shatter her heart. Will she betray the people she loves most? What to expect from Shadowhart: DragonsMagicFMC seeking revenge Praise for Abbie Eaton 'I wish I could wipe this from my mind and read it all over again, I am SO happy to be back in this world’ ? 'Shadowhart was one of my most anticipated reads, and it absolutely delivered!’ ? ‘An intense, beautifully written fantasy that blends emotion, romance, and high-stakes adventure into an unforgettable reading experience’ ? 'If you enjoy romantasy with dragons, prophecies, and a strong heroine navigating impossible choices, Shadowhart is a compelling continuation of the Dragonhart series’ ? 'Shadowhart and the previous novel will remain forever fixed in my mind… I highly recommend Abbie Eaton’s impressively spellbinding books. 5 Flaming Hearts’ ? 'I love Abbie's writing so much. The perfect pacing, high stakes plot with the right amount of tension’ ? ‘Captivating… had me hooked. The combination of dragons, magic, and adventure created an exciting and immersive world that was hard to put down’ ? ‘A must-read for fantasy lovers’ ? ‘[A] character-driven fantasy with enemies-to-lovers romance, complex heroines seeking vengeance, and richly developed worlds where lost magic and political intrigue intertwine’ ? 'Fans of Fourth Wing and When the Moon Hatched, this fantasy debut is the perfect addition to your TBR’ ? 'I am OBSESSED with this book! It had so many things that I love: Dragons, Enemies (sort of) to Lovers, Reluctant Allies, (sort of) Slow Burn and an interesting and engaging plotline’ ? 'Our FMC is sassy and stabby and I love her. Our MMC Hark is mysterious and swoonworthy. The banter was on point’ ? ‘The world-building is rich, the plot twists are jaw-dropping, and did I mention the dragons? Fans of series like Throne of Glass and Fourth Wing will find themselves right at home in this exhilarating tale’ ? ‘Plenty of political intrigue, more than one found family, and a beautiful slow burn enemies to lovers romance’ ? ?
The Swish of the Curtain: Book 1
'I wanted to act before I read this book, and afterwards there was no stopping me' Maggie Smith'An enchanting book. A must for any child who wants to become an actor' Eileen AtkinsIn the quiet town of Fenchester, seven children dream of the stage. There is Lyn the actress, Vicky the dancer, Jeremy the musician, Nigel the artist, Sandra the designer, Bulldog the comic and of course Maddy - who is too young to know her role just yet, but busts with enthusiasm.When they discover an abandoned chapel, a glorious plan is hatched. Together they will transform the dingy space into a theatre of their very own - writing, directing and performing plays to amaze the whole town. But with parents insisting on sensible futures and the end of their schooldays looming, can the show go on?Part of the new Pushkin Children's Classics series of thrilling, magical and inspiring stories from around the world, which young readers will return to time and again.Pamela Brown (1924-1989) was a British writer, actor and television producer. She was just fourteen when she started writing her first book, and the town of Fenchester in the book is inspired by her home town of Colchester. During the Second World War, she went to line in Wales, so The Swish of the Curtain was no published until 1941, when she was sixteen. She used the earnings from the books to train at RADA, and became an actor and a producer of children's television programmes.
Turn Back Time
‘Completely original, utterly addictive and outrageously funny. A wild and riotous ride skewering our obsession with youth.’ Daisy BuchananPsychologies Book of the MonthYou could look 20 years younger. Would you do it?47-year-old beauty journalist Erica Pells is over the 'pro-ageing' articles she is exclusively asked to write (apart from the punny headlines that no one appreciates). Frankly, she's over most things; getting older, heavy contouring and boring old Wiltshire. So when her former editor gives her the opportunity to try a revolutionary hi-tech beauty treatment called WULT (Woke Up Like This), that promises to make you look 20 years younger, she jumps at the chance. What has she got to lose, anywa? ut how does a Gen X woman who grew up with Bridget Jones survive when she looks like fresh-faced Gen ? URN BACK TIME tells the hilarious story of a middle-aged woman who goes back to find her youth, and discovers it wasn't where she left it at all. ‘A totally refreshing, gorgeously funny ride from start to finish.’ Julia Raeside'The Substance meets The Devil Wears Prada, this book holds a mirror up to our relentless obsession with never looking any older. It's desperately relatable and so funny... I laughed out loud too many times to count.' Sarah Turner'This was delightful. Joyous, hilarious and thoughtful, it warmed my haggard old heart.' Lauren Bravo'Whip-smart with cinematic scenes...A hugely relatable satirical comedy' Sunday Post'A funny but relatable tale' Psychologies magazine‘I adored this clever, witty story about the constant pressure to stay young, and the demands society puts on women to always look their best. It was frequently hilarious and surprisingly thought-provoking. A brilliant read.' Clare Swatman‘Loved, loved, loved this book!...Bridget Jones meets The Substance. Riotously funny and life-affirming, it definitely changed my perspective on growing old.' Josie Ferguson'‘A brilliant book with characters you fall in love with, and a story that hooks you. For a book which handles big topics, it leaves you thinking long after you have read the last page. This hilarious and fun book is one of my favourite books of the year. ‘ Catherine YardleyReaders can't get enough of Turn Back Time:‘Will certainly make you think, but it is also really good fun to read!..Fresh, funny and sharply observant.’ Reader Review (five stars)‘It’s sharp, it’s knowingly bitchy, and laugh-out-loud funny.’ Reader Review (five stars)‘I really enjoyed this book, I thought that the premise was clever and well thought out.’ Reader Review (five stars)‘A fun, chaotic, and surprisingly thoughtful read…had me chuckling with its effortless humour.’ Reader review‘A funny book that will leave you feeling good about where you are in life!’ Reader review‘A laugh-out-loud comedy and a thoughtful exploration of self-acceptance.’ Reader review
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