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Paint by Numbers: Woodland
Let out your inner artist with Paint by Numbers: Woodland from Petit Collage!This craft activity kit includes everything you need to collect acorns with squirrels, play in the branches with raccoons, enjoy a round of hide-and-go-seek with bunnies, and many more forest scenes you can frame, display, or share with friends and family. Each of the included sheets has a printed paint palette that just needs a little water added to work. This minimizes mess and makes it easier to take your creativity on the go. Simply match the numbers of the colors to the numbers on the artwork to make your masterpieces!Perfect for ages 6+, all the materials come packaged in a brightly illustrated keepsake storage tin that can be reused. Inside, you’ll find 20 pre-printed sheets with line drawings to color, plus two wooden paintbrushes. Packaged in a reusable and recyclable tin, the sheets are made using FSC materials.
Murder at the Hotel Orient
🛎'A writer of exceptional promise' Daily Mail🛎'A clever and satisfying thriller in a wonderfully decadent setting' Elly Griffiths, author of The Frozen People🛎'Sultry, sinister and smart. Sterling Lockwood is going to steal your heart' Stuart Turton, author of The Seven Deaths of Evelyn HardcastleIn modern Vienna, the infamous Hotel Orient glitters at the heart of the city, luring lovers inside for an evening of debauchery. Behind its velvet curtain, cameras are forbidden, aliases are required, and every guest has something to hide. For those seeking illicit liaisons, Sterling Lockwood is the perfect concierge. Sultry and poised, she's the ultimate keeper of secrets, including her own. But when dawn breaks and two of the anonymous guests are found dead in their suite, Sterling must break the Orient's sacred code of discretion, turning detective to find a killer and clear her own name. Alongside Fernando, her quick-witted friend and bellhop, Sterling steps beyond the hotel's stained-glass doors, venturing from grand coffee houses where power whispers between porcelain cups, to dimly lit bars where the curious seek rapturous oblivion, and risking everything to solve an impossible case. A spicy whodunnit with Golden Age style, set in a timeless location inspired by a real Viennese no-tell love hotel. 🛎Readers love Murder at the Hotel Orient:'One of my favourite books of 2026!' ?'A captivating heroine' ?'What a spicy treat!' ?*Alessandra Ranelli's Murder at the Hotel Orient was a Sunday Times Number Eight bestseller in Hardback in the first week of May 2026.
The Complete Medal of Honor
The four volumes of The Complete Medal of Honor present the full citations of the 3,537 awards granted to 3,517 men (nineteen were double recipients) and one woman between the start of the Civil War in 1861 and the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan in 2021. This second volume covers the six and a half decades between the end of the Civil War and America's entry into World War Two. In that period the Medal of Honor was awarded to US combatants and non-combatants for conspicuous bravery in a series of small wars—some lasting a matter of weeks like the Korean Expedition of 1871, others drawn over decades like the Indian Wars of 1861–98—and some much larger conflicts like World War One. The full citation for every recipient of the USA's highest award for bravery during that period is listed here.
The Early Churchill
No other twentieth-century political figure endured so many precipitous falls followed by unlikely resurrection. Across fifty turbulent years he enjoyed – if that is the correct term - at least four separate, high-level, political careers interspersed with periods in the doldrums. As one of his numerous enemies and detractors, of whom there was never a shortage, was to write: Winston is never down, or rather will never allow that he is down.’Whilst much has been written about Churchill at the Admiralty, and even more concerning his wartime premiership, the ups and downs in-between have received somewhat less attention. Hence this volume, which seeks to tell the tale of the period beginning with him being unceremoniously sacked in 1915. As Lloyd George’s mistress and confidante wrote: ‘It seems strange that Churchill should have been in politics all these years, & yet not have won the confidence of a single party in the country, or a single colleague in the Cabinet.’She was mistaken. One politician still valued Churchill’s gifts: the Prime Minister from 1916, David Lloyd George himself. But he had to act cautiously. Only in July 1917, during a broader reshuffle, did he dare risk appointing Churchill as Minister of Munitions. This was a courageous move. As one Tory grandee put it: ‘some of us myself included only joined L[loyd] G[eorge] on the distinct understanding that W[inston] Ch[urchill] was not to be a member of the Gov[ernmen]t.’Lloyd George got away with it however, and few would dispute that his judgement was vindicated. As the man responsible for providing the British and wider Allied cause with the munitions of war, a vast undertaking by any standards, Churchill proved both competent and effective. Indeed, he was still in post at the end of the conflict in 1918, which is where this book ends.
We Need to Talk About Cancer
A compassionate guide to understanding cancer, written by a medical oncologist for children aged 10-14. This is a book for children affected by the Big C. Whether they have cancer, or they know someone with cancer, they will have a lot of questions. And even for adults cancer is a really hard thing to talk about! Luckily Dr Sanjay Juneja is an expert at having these tricky conversations. In this book, featuring sensitive illustrations by Anna Shepeta, readers will get the answers to questions such as: Why does some people’s hair fall out when they have cancer? How can I support someone with cancer? What can I expect in hospita? aking a fact-based approach, the book will explain what cancer is, highlight the different types of cancer, introduce the medical staff that help patients on their journey, and look at different types of treatment. This honest and reassuring resource helps kids and families navigate cancer diagnosis and treatment together. It's also made by experts. Author Dr Sanjay Juneja takes care of people with blood diseases and cancer. Dr Ben Pickwell-Smith, the consultant on this book, is a Clinical Lecturer and Medical Oncology Registrar at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Also available in this critically-acclaimed series: We Need to Talk About Vaginas, We Need to Talk About Divorce, We Need to Talk About Death
Strange Will Requests and Bequests
Tucked away in the vaults of Somerset House lies one of Britain’s most revealing and eccentric historical treasures: a vast archive of Last Wills and Testaments. These documents, often the final words of the dead, hold more than just legal instructions; they’re windows into the character of those gone before, into their conflicts and lives. From vengeful codicils and heartfelt farewells, to wills etched on eggshells or hidden in hollow bedposts, this book uncovers a trove of bizarre and entertaining bequests. Here are men and women who used their final words to settle scores, impose odd conditions, or deliver one last laugh — sometimes at the expense of expectant heirs. For family historians, these wills offer more than just names and dates. They reveal values, relationships, secrets, and social customs that breathe life into ancestral records. Whether you're tracing your ancestors or simply enjoy tales of posthumous mischief, this journey into the strange world of testamentary history proves that death doesn’t always mean silence.
Local Heavens
A speculative reimagining of Fitzgerald's classic tale of glamour, desire and desperation set in 2075 New York, Local Heavens examines the guardrails of morality . . . and the price of desire. Perfect for fans of Emily St John Mandel, Natasha Pulley's The Mars House and Chain-Gang All-Stars. 'NOT JUST A CYBERPUNK REINVENTION OF THE GREAT GATSBY, BUT A SINGULAR REVELATION IN ITS OWN RIGHT OLIVIE BLAKEA corporate hacker. An elusive billionaire. A society trying to survive the American Nightmare. New York City, 2075. Filipino American Nick Carraway has just moved to the heart of the fractured New Americas, where he's struck by the city's contradictions - shining corporate towers casting bleak shadows over the slums of a crumbling middle class. When Nick meets alluring new-money Jay Gatsby, he falls for Gatsby's frank charm and confident aura. But in a city where the wealthy flaunt tech-enhanced bodies to cheat death, surfaces aren't all they seem - and as a corporate-sanctioned cyberspace hacker, Nick knows that no secret can stay buried for ever. He's the reason they don't. And his latest assignment? Investigate Gatsby himself. As Nick becomes entangled in the dark affairs of the elite - and the devastating fallout of their actions on the city's most vulnerable - he must reckon with the limits of compassion and accountability across class and status. What takes precedence: love, or truth? Heart, or soul?'GORGEOUS, DECADENT ... LOCAL HEAVENS PIERCES TO THE CORE OF AN AMERICAN CLASSIC' CHLOE GONG
Cromwell Against the Scots
Although also known as the Third English Civil War, the author makes it clear that this was the last war between the Scots and English as separate states. He narrates in detail the the events following the exiled King Charles II’s landing in Scotland and his alliance with the Scots Covenanters, erstwhile allies of the English Parliamentarians. Cromwell’s preemptive invasion of Scotland led to the Battle of Dunbar, a crushing defeat for the Scots under David Leslie, though this only unified the Scottish cause and led to the levying of the Army of the Kingdom under Charles II himself. Charles II led a desperate counter-invasion over the border, hoping to raise a royalist rebellion and forcing Cromwell to follow him, though he left Monck to complete the pacification of Scotland. Cromwell caught up with Charles II at Worcester, where the Scots/Royalist army was decisively defeated and destroyed, thousands of the prisoners being sold into slavery in the West Indies and the American colonies. This revised and updated edition contains an expanded chapter on the aftermath of the war and the fate of the POWs, drawing on major new archaeological evidence, as well as an expanded Conclusion.
Russia and Iran
Vladimir Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 has cast a spotlight on Russia’s burgeoning partnership with Iran. Moscow looked to Tehran for drones and ammunition to fuel its so-called ‘special military operation’, and Iran’s support for Russia’s war reflected a decade-long strengthening of Russo-Iranian ties, beginning with the 2011 outbreak of the Syrian Civil War. Despite a relationship historically marred by mistrust and unmet expectations, the two regimes have worked together to promote their common interests in Syria, where battlefield coordination soon developed into much deeper political alignment. Drawing on extensive Russian and Persian primary sources, and interviews with elites from both countries, Nicole Grajewski uncovers the drivers of ever-closer cooperation between the Kremlin and the Islamic Republic. Detailing the internal structures, shared anxieties and broader ambitions underpinning this alignment, she explores the genesis of Russia and Iran''s mutual antagonism towards the Western-led global order; the impact of deep-seated leadership concerns over regime security and domestic protests; and the future trajectory of the partnership within the larger world order. Examining both military dynamics and economic endeavours, as well as elaborate sanctions evasion schemes and collaboration within international organisations, this is the definitive account of contemporary Russia-Iran relations.
Secret Prague
Let Secret Prague guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating Prague guide book and let local expert Martin Stejskal, share these well-hidden treasures of an amazing city. Ideal for local inhabitants, curious visitors and armchair travellers alike. The places included in this guide are unusual and unfamiliar, allowing one to step off the beaten track.Inside Secret Prague:A totally overlooked Art Nouveau masterpieceSecrets of the castle alchemistsThe message in the hidden palindrome on Charles BridgeKabbalistic mysteries of the Jewish ghettoA thief ’s shrivelled forearm hanging in a churchA statue revealing its intestinesThe largest wind tunnel in the Czech RepublicA fragment of the Great Pyramid of Cheops in a pet cemeteryA clock that runs backwardsA house/museum painted blue to meet the needs of the partially blind musician ownerUnmissable for lovers of architecture, from Baroque to Art Nouveau via Cubism, and the European capital of alchemy and esotericism in the 17th century, Prague offers a myriad of little-known marvels. An indispensable guide for those who thought they knew Prague well, or who would like to discover the hidden face of the city
Beneath the Surface
'Filled with grit, joy, laughter and sacrifice' Irish Times'A beautiful and compelling memoir ... a manual for life' Ryan Tubridy 'This book provides unique insights into the life and work of one of Ireland's most influential doctors' SR STAN KENNEDYDR HARRY BARRY's life and career has been shaped by defining events: a solitary childhood with chronic illness, a traumatic experience in school, and family tragedies that set him on a course of dedicating his life to medicine and healing. Beneath the Surface tells that remarkable story. From the halls of University College Dublin in the 1970s, to a remote hospital in Tanzania where he would meet someone who was to have a transformative effect on his approach to health, and on through decades on the front line of Irish general practice, culminating in a life-altering realisation that would see him change the course of his career. This thought-provoking and inspiring memoir shows us how, by embracing compassion and love, we can transform not only our own lives but the world around us.
The Iliad
A timeless tale of war, pride, and the cost of glory Homer's Iliad stands as one of the greatest achievements in Western literature. Set during the final weeks of the Trojan War, the epic centres on Achilles, the Greeks' greatest warrior, whose pride and wrath threaten the fate of his comrades. As the armies of Troy and Greece clash, the poem explores the heroism and horror of battle, the bonds of friendship, and the tragic consequences of vengeance. With gods intervening at every turn and legendary figures such as Hector, Agamemnon, and Patroclus shaping the conflict, The Iliad is both a gripping war story and a profound meditation on mortality, honour, and fate. Inside the book: The dramatic conflict between Achilles and Agamemnon, and the complexities of heroismScenes of epic battles, duels, and the fall of heroes Themes of pride, wrath, honour, and the intervention of the godsModern translation and Introduction by Prof. Ian Johnston Ideal for readers drawn to epic poetry, classical history, and the enduring questions of human nature, The Iliad is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the roots of Western storytelling.
Star Wars: The Mandalorian Guided Journal
The Mandalorian and Grogu travel the galaxy relying on their skill, heart, and instincts to survive. Now you too can embody the spirit of this beloved duo in your own day to day life with this deluxe guided journal inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian. Through a combination of weekly journaling, free-writing prompts, list-making, coloring meditations, and other activities, this journal will guide you to develop the patience, courage, and intuition just like the Mandalorian and Grogu and their friends. A great gift for any Star Wars fan, this journal will help anyone embark on their own journey of personal growth with the guidance of the Mandalorian and Grogu. This is the way. …
What If Reform Wins
'a massive wake-up call' The Guardian'a gripping and important book' Andrew Marr'Farage is Britain's new prime minister. Nirvana or nightmare? Whatever our reaction, we all need to take this scenario very seriously, as Peter Chappell's invigorating book does' Anthony Seldon'a dazzling imagined account of Nigel Farage’s first year in Number Ten: hilarious, terrifying and totally believable... Spoiler alert: it doesn’t end well.' Ferdinand MountA compulsive, chilling nonfiction thriller that imagines what might happen if Reform win a majority at the next general election. At 10pm on 28th June 2029, exit polls predict that Nigel Farage will be the 60th Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. This is the story of what could happen next. What If Reform Wins is a chilling and deeply researched scenario that takes us day-by-day, minute-by-minute through a world in which Reform has the opportunity to put their policies into practice, from deporting 600,000 people to leaving the ECHR, abandoning net zero and ending the BBC’s license fee. How will people fight back against mass deportations and fracking? And will this self-described ‘ill-disciplined pirate ship’ survive the rigors of government? Drawing on dozens of new interviews, Peter Chappell, a reporter at The Times, explores a nation on a new and dystopian path.
Having Spent Life Seeking
'Amazing, it really moved me... Not something I've encountered in British literary fiction before' SHON FAYE'If books can still change the world, this one most likely will' COLUM MCCANN'A scorching story of love, change, homecoming and forgiveness' DAWN FRENCHRothko Taylor has washed up with the tide, back in their hometown, Edgecliff. Fifteen years since they left it behind. The past is accelerating towards them: the skateboard kids on the high street that remind them of their teenage years, the splintered benches looking out to sea, where their mum Meg clutched her cans. The nice bit of town, where their dad Ezra tried and failed to build a happy home. And Dionne's block. Beautiful, extraordinary Dionne, the only person who had ever looked at them and seen what was there. Back then, overwhelmed and full of fear, they sank beneath the surface into chaos. But they made it out alive. And this time, Rothko is determined that things will be different. A decade since Kae Tempest's last novel, Having Spent Life Seeking is about family and forgiveness; redemption and atonement; desire and abandon; selfhood and community. This book is about things we seek when we are hiding, and what finds us, if we can let ourselves be seen. 'A wonderful, moving and enlightening state-of-Britain novel' IRVINE WELSH'A master-craftsman of deep feeling and linguistic intimacy' MAX PORTER'Kae Tempest at his finest' ANTHONY SHAPLAND'Unboundedly beautiful' MICHAEL PEDERSEN
Baby Sees Farm Animals
2026 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL HOT OFF THE PRESS PICKA high-contrast board book full of farm animals designed for babies’ developing eyes by artist Janna SteagallBaby sees cows. Baby sees pigs. Baby sees chickens. Created for the youngest readers and their developing eyes, this high-contrast board book introduces all your favorite farm animals, including horses, dogs, and more! With simple text and trendy images and patterns by Janna Steagall, Baby Sees Farm Animals is a tummy-time companion that’s sweeter than cherry pie.
To Those Who Speak
When we pause to truly listen, everything speaks.
As it became clear that his son, Harry, would not talk in the same way as other children his age, Luke Adam Hawker began to discover the power and wonder of wordless communication. It was this, and Harry's growing friendship with their beloved family dog, Robin, that provided hope through all that was thrown at them in the first few years of Harry's life.
This is a book about an unconventional parenting journey, and the joy that is unlocked when we really learn to listen.
A heartening, hopeful story of fatherhood and friendship, from bestselling author and artist Luke Adam Hawker.
Věda o pomstě
Pomsta – skrytá závislost, která v současnosti sužuje lidstvo. Vědci identifikovali odvetu v reakci na skutečné i domnělé křivdy jako hlavní příčinu většiny forem lidské agrese a násilí. Od zlých tweetů po zuřivost na silnicích, vraždy a sebevraždy a ozbrojené povstání se pachatelé téměř vždy vidí jako oběti hledající spravedlnost. Po pomstě toužíme, pokud nám někdo tělesně nebo citově ublíží. A to představuje čím dál větší problém v době vlivných sociálních sítí, které umožňují snadno a bleskově urazit a pobouřit miliony lidí naráz, což má za následek, že tyto miliony lidí zatouží v jednu chvíli po pomstě za stejnou věc. Tato kniha zevrubně zkoumá překvapivé poznatky nové neurovědy o povaze pomsty, pomáhající pochopit zdánlivě nesmyslnou krutost a násilí, jež na sobě lidé páchají. Především se ale zaměřuje na to, jak může pochopení pomsty coby návykového procesu pomoct jednotlivcům i skupinám ovládnout touhu ublížit lidem, kteří ublížili nám, a chránit sebe i blízké před možnou újmou.
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Prokletí lesa Grimm
Prokletí lesa Grimm je druhý díl duologie odkrývající záhady tajemného lesa Grimm. Obyvatele Grimmské Doliny sužuje strašná kletba, kterou na ně uvrhl čarovný les poté, co byla jeho magie zneužita k vraždě místního kováře. Dokud se hlavní hrdince Claře nepodaří vypátrat vraha, les ve své zlobě nepoleví. Po událostech z prvního dílu – částečném zlomení kletby – je dlouhé utrpení přerušeno krátkým obdobím naděje. Tu však velmi rychle vystřídá o to větší zklamání, když les udeří znovu a silněji. Clara s Axelem, svým milým, se tedy opět vydávají do lesa Grimm, aby rozluštili všechny záhady a zároveň se pokusili zachránit co nejvíce obyvatel vesničky, které les vtáhl a jejichž osudy proměnil v pokřivené a vražedné verze pohádek bratří Grimmů. Při čtení tak na vás čeká pořádná dávka napětí, trocha hororové atmosféry a nechybí ani romantická linka.
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