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An Undesirable Friend


From Japan's most famous, classic novelist comes a remarkable gem of wit, irony, and feline observation A stray kitten, catapulted to literary fame loudly observes the world of Meiji Japan in all its absurdity. But he's not the only cat in the neighbourhood, and as he rallies against the stupidity of human habit, he grows closer to the sophisticated Miss Calico - but he can't hide his own inadequacies for long. BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
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Distant Star


A dazzling, daring tale of poets at the end of the world, Distant Star is Roberto Bolano's miniature dystopian masterpiece Alberto Ruiz-Tagle was once the quiet, unpromising member of Chile's young poetry scene. But the military coup of 1973 sees Alberto reborn as Chile's leading celebrity poet, Carlos Wieder, known for his daring sky poems, penned in smoke high above the cities. Where did this talent suddenly spring from? And, how is it connected to the disappearance of the beautiful Garmendia twins? Told from across the years in exile in Europe, the narrator's attempts to trace the fate of his old circle will lead him to one last confrontation with the brutality of their generation. BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
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Dracula's Guest


Step into the night where tombs lie open and wolves prowl under a cursed moon A solitary traveller strays from the road on the eve of Walpurgis Night. Snow closes in, strange figures emerge, and an abandoned tomb offers shelter. But what begins as a detour becomes a brush with something far older and more deadly. Dracula's Guest gathers Bram Stoker's eerie short fiction, steeped in dread and foreboding - four tales that explore the thin line between the rational world and the shadows that constantly close in on it. Include the stories: Dracula's Guest, The Judge's House, The Squaw, The Burial of the Rats BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
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15,99 €

Pip and Posy It's Fun to Learn Numbers


Learn numbers with Pip and Posy in this early learning board book illustrated by Axel Scheffler!Learning to recognise numbers is an important step in a child's development, supporting their numerical language learning as they get ready for preschool. This bright, playful book, featuring two best friends who love to laugh and play, makes learning fun while supporting children's understanding of one-to-one correspondence as they count objects in a group, teaching them vital early learning skills. There are lots of Pip and Posy books to collect, including: It's Fun to Learn Colours, Where are you? On the Farm and My First Memory Game: Play Hooray!
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10,99 €

One Little Lie


One little white lie. One tiny omission. A slight manipulation of the truth. But that moment would change everything…'A big tangled mess of lies that I couldn't put down … Wild and brilliantly written, I loved it' ?VOGUE WILLIAMS‘A must for your book club. Provocative, emotionally challenging and everyone will have an opinion - guaranteed’ IMOGEN CLARK, Reluctantly Home‘Despicable, controversial and peep-through-your-fingers compelling’ RACHEL SARGEANT, The Perfect Neighbours‘Will stay with me for a long time’ LOUISE JENSEN, The Intruders It was the small things that weighed Sarah down. The dirty dishes abandoned in the sink. The empty bottle of milk put back inside the fridge. The clothes left crumpled on the floor. A life of never-ending mental load and constant demands. Somewhere along the way, Sarah had become a caretaker for everyone around her, both at home and at work.  Then came the lie. One harmless white lie, she thought. Just a little shift in the narrative.  And for a while everything became better. But one lie wasn’t enough. It was soon followed by another. And another. Until the truth became something unrecognizable, a distant memory swallowed by fiction.  She never intended for it to spiral this way. It was just one little white lie. But the truth would inevitably threaten everything she held dear…Readers can't stop talking about One Little Lie… (? reader reviews)‘A sharp, thought-provoking domestic drama that explores how a single white lie can spiral into something far more destructive’‘Loved this read … It felt brilliant and fresh within the genre’‘A clever, thought-provoking book … would make a brilliant book club read’‘Despicable, polarising  and uncomfortably compelling. A good one for book clubs to discuss’‘I expected domestic drama. What I got was a slow-motion emotional breakdown of epic proportions’
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Penny & Luck: The Shadows of Rosehall


Step into a magical new world and help Penny & Luck solve a brain-teasing mystery in this action-packed STEM adventure for ages 6-8!Nine-year-old Penny Jones and her corgi sidekick, Luck, thought their summer would be ordinary—until a twist of magic sends them tumbling into a whole new world! BOOYAH!Penny and Luck’s summer plans did not include finding a secret portal in their garden or being whisked away to a magical forest where bicycles fly and birds are as big as watermelons! But trouble is stirring, and a warrior princess needs their help to save her home from the evil Shadows... As secrets are revealed, Penny soon discovers that there is more to this enchanting place than meets the eye. Can she use her inventing skills to help the princess AND get back home before time runs ou? erfect for fans of: Empowering STEM heroinesClassic portal fantasy adventuresThe daring rescues of Philip Reeve’s Adventuremice seriesThe humour, heart and quirky world of Sophy Henn's Pizazz seriesA whirlwind debut from writer Claire Karwowski, this action-packed story blends magic, bravery, and ingenious inventions to inspire the curious problem-solver in every child.
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The Gate


'Soseki is the representative modern Japanese novelist, a figure of truly national stature' Haruki Murakami'A sensitive, skilfully written novel by the most widely read Japanese author of modern times'Guardian'Soseki's prose is so delicate that each page is like looking at a set of dreamy watercolours'TelegraphHumble clerk Sosuke and his wife Oyone live in a modest house at the bottom of a cliff. Oyone was once married to another man; now her adultery seems to hang over the couple's marriage like a curse. Despite multiple pregnancies, they have no living children; and once affluent, Sosuke finds his income growing ever smaller. They are left with little besides each other and a beautiful painted screen to remind them of better days.Then a series of crises rocks this shabby but harmonious domestic existence. Sosuke's wastrel brother moves in; the couple find themselves forced to sell the screen to buy winter shoes; and Oyone's ex-husband is rumoured to be visiting a wealthy neighbour at the top of the cliff. Beset by reminders of his flaws and failures, Sosuke runs away to a temple, hoping to escape into enlightenment. But can he learn what the monks have to teach him? Will he return to Oyone changed - at all? One of the great works of the literature of indecision, this is also one of the founding texts of modern Japanese letters.Part of the Pushkin Press Classics series: timeless storytelling by icons of literature, hand-picked from around the globe. Translated by Francis MathyWith an introduction by Damian FlanaganNatsume Soseki (1867-1916) was one of Japan's most prominent novelists of the Meiji Era. After studying in England on a government scholarship, Soseki taught English literature at Tokyo University, but the immense success of his satirical novel I Am a Cat led to his own career as a writer. A highly influential figure viewed as the father of modern Japanese letters, from 1984 until 2004 his portrait appeared on the front of the Japanese 1,000-yen note. Pushkin Press publishes several of his major novels, including Kokoro and The Three-Cornered World.
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14,99 €

The Little History of Coventry


The Little History of Coventry packs into its pages the colour and incident of a thousand years, telling the story of a city that has perhaps been overlooked by mainstream historians but which has often been at the heart of this country’s great events. From testing ground of the saintly Godiva to fourteenth century boom town, from Second World War Blitz victim to the UK City of Culture for 2021, Coventry has always been an inventive place with an unerring ability to bounce back from misfortune and make its mark. This is a truly eye-opening journey through the events and characters that have shaped its story and made Coventry one of England’s hidden jewels.
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Mount Olympus Mysteries Athena and the Stolen Threads


Who has dared to steal Athena's yarn? And more importantly, why? Can Kass, Helen, Jason and Hector help Athena by getting to the bottom of the mystery? Mount Olympus Mysteries is a new series of Hi-Lo chapter books tailored for striving readers aged 10–14. With gripping storylines and exciting line art, these action-packed tales will engage readers from start to end. Each book follows a group of teenage demigods who are disappointed that they, unlike other demigods, didn't inherit any powers. But by solving mysteries for the gods, they discover their skills, overcome self-doubt and prove themselves. The series is written with a focus on morphology, which is critical for improving reading comprehension and spelling. This second book in the series focuses on common noun suffixes. Serving as a vital bridge between decodable and mainstream books, the Mount Olympus Mysteries series will empower readers to confidently understand meaning from text alone, allowing them to become fluent independent readers.
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The Silver Dwarf


Ben's double life continues at the Royal Institute of Magic. To most, he's a talented apprentice and an exceptional spell shooter, but Ben is also a Guardian, responsible for uniting Elizabeth's Armour, the only artefact powerful enough to overthrow the evil dark elves. With two pieces of the armour secure, finding the third may be Ben's toughest challenge yet. His only clue is a magical key, a tenuous link to a legend called the Silver Dwarf. With the dark elves slowly conquering the Unseen Kingdoms, Ben races against time to gather the pieces of armour and unite the Guardians entrusted with them. If that wasn't hard enough, new challenges and old enemies await him at the Institute, and his friendship will be tested like never before. Victor Kloss’s The Silver Dwarf is the fourth book in the Royal Institute of Magic series—a thrilling adventure for young readers who love fantastical stories, spellbinding worlds, and unforgettable heroes. ___________________________________________Praise for the Royal Institute of Magic series:? a cross between Harry Potter and Percy Jackson in that the characters are always on the move at a sort of breathless pace. ? … you don't have to be a magical creature to use magic. Cool. ? Wonderful Read! Not just for kids, adults will enjoy it just as much!? … a great sense of adventure, the story line never lagged, and his characters are well defined. ? It's kind of like a steam-punk version of magic…? … original with diverse characters and enough action and mystery to entertain teens to adults. ? It is honestly one of the few books that I have enjoyed as much as Harry Potter.
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House of Harkness: Scarlet Witch graphic novel


Calling all witches! Join Marvel fan-favourites Agatha Harkness and Wanda Maximoff, aka Scarlet Witch, in this spell-binding graphic novel adventure!   Sixteen-year-old Wanda Maximoff is eager for her first day at the highly coveted magic school the House of Harkness. A place bursting with spellbinding secrets, misfits, and mayhem, Wanda, aka Scarlet Witch, finds herself at odds with the head student and heir to the school, Agatha Harkness. When evil threatens the school, Wanda and Agatha are challenged to put their differences aside to save the day. A brand-new, fully-illustrated madcap Marvel adventure   A magical story featuring everyone's favourite witches Perfect for Marvel fans
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Matcha on Monday


Sometimes a fresh start begins with a familiar face Volume two in the Marble Cafe series. By the multi-million-copy author of WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR IS IN THE LIBRARY for fans of BEFORE THE COFFEE GETS COLD Tucked behind the trees in a quiet neighbourhood in Tokyo, the beloved Marble café offers a cup of warm, healing matcha to all who pass through its doors. Customers flock all week to Café Marble, tucked away behind the cherry trees. But Monday is a special day: the enigmatic owner hosts a tea tasting. The ritual invites its clientele to pause, reconnect with their inner peace, and rediscover the value of simplicity, allowing the bitterness of matcha to soothe their troubles. Following the twelve calendar months, Matcha on Monday follows people from all walks of life: a woman who needs to change her attitude, a couple facing a crisis, an artist who has lost her purpose, and a young woman struggling to break free from family expectations. As each customer frequents Café Marble's cosy haven, they start their week with a warm sip of matcha and the joys of everyday human connection. Warm and luminous, this heart-warming story brings together a community of untold unfolding lives. As a snow-white cat peacefully puzzles over the surrounding humans, Café Marble becomes the setting for unexpected encounters that will change everything for those who walk through its doors-all starting with a cup of matcha.
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Everyone Knows Her Name


The must-read glamourous dual timeline novel, perfect for fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid! Readers love Elaine Hastings: “Gripped me from the first chapter!” ? “Did make my lip wobble quite a few times… highly recommend.” ? “I just loved this book and read it in one sitting!” ? “I found myself wanting more each chapter!” ? All’s fair in love and fame … Denny was an ordinary teenager from a London council estate, until she was discovered and thrust into the glamorous world of modelling and Swinging Sixties fashion. Overnight, she became a global sensation. Her potential seemed limitless, until she mysteriously walked away at the height of her fame, leaving behind only questions and one final, iconic Vogue cover. Five decades later, aspiring documentary maker Roe is hired by Sonny, Denny’s son, to film interviews for an exhibition about his mother. But as Roe and Sonny grow closer, she stumbles upon a secret that could change everything. A documentary exposing the truth could be the big break Roe’s always hoped for. But outing it would destroy Denny’s picture-perfect family – including the man she’s falling for … An emotional dual-timeline story of love and ambition, perfect for fans of intergenerational tales and Taylor Jenkins Reid
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Optimal


A myth-busting guide on testosterone from leading male health expert Dr Jeff Foster to help men feel stronger, healthier, and get back to their best selves. Testosterone: it’s a powerhouse hormone that fuels men’s energy, focus, mood, and vitality at every age. Yet despite its importance, testosterone is surrounded by confusion, stigma, and half-truths. In this accessible, myth-busting guide, leading expert in male health Dr Jeff Foster sets the record straight. Drawing on years of clinical experience as an NHS GP Partner and a Private GP with a specialist interest in men's health, he explains how testosterone really works; why deficiency is far more common than most people think, and how it can impact everything from sleep to mental health, strength to sex, and overall wellbeing. Learn how to spot the signs of low testosterone; what modern treatments can (and can’t) do, and why looking after your hormone health is one of the best investments you can make for your future. Testosterone is not simply about muscles and libido. It’s about health, confidence, and living life to the fullest. This is the men's health book all men need to read: ‘Essential reading for every man’ – James Haskell ‘No-one knows more about testosterone and men’s health than Dr Jeff’ – Tom Hopper ‘Dr Jeff is the ultimate expert in men’s health – you need this book’ – Jason Fox ‘Eye-opening, informative and genuinely useful – a must-read for every man’ – Dr Naomi Potter ‘I found Dr Jeff’s book so insightful and enriching on the subject of testosterone, I had an instant intellectual tumescence’ – Russell Kane
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26,99 €

Eyewitness Amphibian


From the common frog and toad to the fire salamander and legless caecilian, take a close-up look at the amazing amphibians that live on our planet. Eyewitness Amphibian is the ultimate children's guide to these cold-blooded vertebrates. Learn about the history of amphibians, where they live, their exceptional camouflage techniques, and how some amphibians transform from a tadpole to an adult. See a frog leap and catch its prey, find out which toad stands on its toes to scare away predators, and discover how some salamanders can breathe without lungs. This updated edition includes the latest scientific discoveries and a new "eyewitness" feature – fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Part of the best-selling Eyewitness series, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge that will both entertain and inform animal lovers.
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Ready for School


Join the friendly forest classmates at nursery as they learn their numbers, eat their lunch and take part in show-and-tell! Children will love finding the right sticker to help the animals complete each of the familiar school tasks, as well as discovering the fun reward stickers to share. For little ones who might be anxious about starting school and adapting to new routines, this board book is perfect to settle their nerves as they interact with characters enjoying a typical school day by locating the correct stickers. Featuring a sweet and funny rhyming text by Sophie Aggett, and adorable, bright illustrations from Jannie Ho, Ready for School is the perfect read to share with children again and again - just rinse the stickers to refresh their stickiness!
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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.
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The Path of Light


Praise for The Path of Peace:'A formidable achievement' Rory Stewart'Thoughtful [and] heartfelt' Observer'Profound [and] compelling' Spectator'A noble endeavour' New StatesmanIn 2021, Anthony Seldon, inspired by a fallen First World War soldier who dreamed of a 'Via Sacra' to commemorate the war dead and stand as a marker for the triumph of peace, set out on a 1,000km walk tracing the historic route of the Western Front. He went on to recount that story in the widely acclaimed The Path of Peace. But there wasn't to be lasting peace, with the continent falling into an even more horrific war two decades later. In The Path of Light, Seldon sets out to walk a new 1,300 km route from the same starting point at Kilometre Zero toAuschwitz, discovering in the towns and villages through which he walks stories of women and men who bravely protected the vulnerable and stood up to evil in the face of unimaginable brutality during the Second World War. As he ruminates on these 'figures of light', whose uplifting stories he encounters along his path, a pattern begins to emerge about how we can draw on their lives to build a better and more peaceful world, never more needed than now, with the ominous and increasing drumbeat of belligerence globally that month by month is the constant backdrop of his walk between 2023 and 2025. It proved a harder book to write than The Path of Peace. But it was a project he knew he had to complete, whatever the cost.
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Pog and Pickle's Great Escape


An action-packed rhyming picture book comedy from Waterstones Children's Book of the Year winner and New York Times bestseller Ross Montgomery. Meet Pog and Pickle, a guinea pig couple who are never apart. Pickle loves life in their cosy hutch, but Pog dreams of exploring the world. Late one night, Pog seizes her chance to sneak into the family’s luggage for a holiday to Peru … leaving Pickle all alone! It’s time for Pickle to make an inventive escape plan of his own as he musters all his courage to embark on a hilariously chaotic and daring journey to reunite with his love. - A must-have for holidays and summer reading for kids aged 3-7. - Bouncy, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations. - Ideal for ALL kids: those excited about travel, and those who need encouragement. - Hilarious and relatable guinea-pig characters. - Perfect for fans of Toy Story, The Secret Life of Pets and Zootropolis. Discover more from Ross Montgomery and Sarah Warburton!Ten Delicious Teachers: "A huge hit at storytime." GuardianPenguin Huddle: "Hilarious. Perfect to snuggle up with." The HeraldAnt Party: "An adorable tale of friendship and daring to be yourself." Waterstones
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