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Bookish
A love letter to all those who come alive when they pull a new treasure off the shelf, stay up late reading just one more page and pack their suitcases with clothes wedged between books instead of the other way around. From well-worn literary classics to steamy bonkbusters, gripping thrillers, young adult novels and other not-so-guilty pleasures Bookish brims with literary insights, wry observations and stellar recommendations. This is an ode to the bookish places – from local libraries to bookshops big and small – and the stories that make us who we are.
The Truth About Ruby Cooper
The deliciously dark new suspense novel from the international bestselling author of Strange Sally Diamond.
f my sister hadn't been beautiful, none of it would have happened.
Ruby Cooper and her sister, Erin, live an idyllic life in their close-knit church community in Boston. But when Ruby is sixteen, she is involved in an incident that causes her family's world to implode.
Across decades, the fallout leaves a wake of destruction behind Ruby in Dublin and Erin in Boston.
Not that Ruby wants to think about the past.
But it can't stay a secret forever.
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Zaslíbená temnotě
Když se osmnáctiletá Lark vrátí po vyhazovu z akademie domů, najde jen zkázu. Solný důl, který rodinu živil, je prázdný a jejím bratrům zbyly jen dluhy. Ve snaze zachránit domov se rozhodne uzavřít svazek s bohem moře a soli Therionem. Místo spásy však přivolá temnotu. Jedinou nadějí na záchranu se stanou děti jejich věřitele – Alastair, který jí zlomil srdce, a jeho přitažlivá sestra Camille. Zatímco však Lark propadá kouzlu sourozenců, síla, jež se probudila, chce zničit nejen Theriona, ale i ji samotnou.
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Šťastně i po smrti
Tegan je mrtvá. Je jí šestnáct, je mrtvá a stojí na parkovišti dost depresivního motelu Marybelle, kde strávila nejhorší víkend svého života. Na recepci potká Zeldu, roztomilou a sarkastickou dívku, která je ve skutečnosti anděl (fakt má i křídla!). Podle Zeldy je Tegan v nebi, kde každý člověk obývá přesnou kopii své nejšťastnější vzpomínky. Zelda trvá na tom, že pro Tegan je správným místem právě Marybelle – jenže při pohledu na děsivé minigolfové hřiště, odporný snídaňový bufet, rozbitou televizi a další hrůzy se tomu dá věřit jen těžko. Pokud se Zeldě nepodaří Tegan přesvědčit, hrozí oběma dívkám příšerné následky. Pokud ale bude úspěšná, možná spolu budou žít šťastně až… i po smrti. Doporučený věk 13+
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Answer in the Negative
‘He was lying sprawled on his stomach just outside the open doorway of his office, with his head and shoulders out of sight . . .’
Frank Morningside, assistant at The National Press Archives on Fleet Street, is receiving nasty poison pen letters. His superior Toby Lorn wants to put a stop to it, so he calls on his friends Sally and Johnny Heldar.
Married amateur sleuths, Sally and Johnny agree to go undercover, posing as researchers to scout out the many suspects in the Archives. After all, Fleet Street is home to plenty of seedy types and murky happenings. But, soon after they begin, they find a body – bludgeoned to death by a box of glass negatives.
Suddenly, the genteel world of the Archives is a tangled web of suspicion and deadly danger. When another murder swiftly follows, the Heldars worry they are in over their heads.
And it is only a matter of time before one of them is next . . .
Clean Girl Spring
You never know where love might bloom… fall in love with this cosy rivals-to-lovers small town romance! The perfect read if you love Gilmore Girls or The Pumpkin Spice Café series!
April Jones needs a fresh start. Leaving behind a broken engagement and a dead-end job in New York, she returns to her hometown, Magnolia Springs, with a plan: she’ll renovate her dad's dive bar and turn it into a florist, just like she had always dreamed of. As spring flowers start to bloom, April throws herself into the project and finally begins to mend her broken heart.
But then her high school rival Luke Pointer shows up. He's just as infuriating as April remembers, with his arrogant charm, perfectly styled hair and striking blue eyes. And it looks like their old rivalry isn't over yet: now a successful real estate developer, Luke has plans to tear down half of Main Street, including April's beloved flower store.
April can’t believe that the fate of her business now rests in Luke’s annoyingly attractive hands, but she isn’t ready to give up on her fresh start just yet. If only April could find a way to make Luke set aside is hard hat and follow his heart instead of his blueprints...
TROPES
• Rivals-to-lovers
• Opposites attract
• Forced proximity
• Small town romance
Not So Neurotypical
A vibrant, colorful, and inspiring biography collection that highlights the achievements of 30 influential people with ADHD. This 100% true book provides young readers with empowering role models and positive neurodiverse representation!Leonardo da Vinci. Benny Blanco. Simone Biles. Paris Hilton. What do these people have in common? ADHD! Did you know that many people believe the prolific musician Wolfgang Mozart had ADHD? Or that the iconic sports superstar Babe Ruth likely had it? Or that bestselling author Dav Pilkey, who wrote Captain Underpants and Dog Man, does too? In this fully illustrated book, you'll learn all about 30 athletes, artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, and politicians who have or had ADHD and the accomplishments they achieved. ADHD is not just a limitation. It's a source of creativity, resilience, and innovation. Not So Neurotypical: A Fun and Illustrated Celebration of 30 Influential People with ADHD is a biographical collection that's designed for young readers, families, and educators. Features: Mix of listicles, quotes, and traditional prose to captivate inattentive and attentive readers alike Dyslexia friendly font Sensory friendly soft cover Whether you're looking for inspiration, representation, or just an exciting read, this book proves that ADHD minds have always shaped the world—and always will. Featured ADHD trailblazers include influential people in: Sports Such as: Simone Biles, Michael Phelps, Babe Ruth, Kevin Garnett, Terry Bradshaw Music Such as: will.i.am, Solange Knowles, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Benny Blanco, Grimes, Doja Cat, Justin Bieber, Britney Spears, Nicki Minaj, Tyler, the Creator, SZA, Demi Lovato, Avril Lavigne Entertainment and Politics: Such as: Emma Watson, Mark Ruffalo, Trevor Noah, Greta Gerwig, Jim Carrey, Lisa Ling, Howie Mandel, Reneé Rapp, Ryan Gosling, Dav Pilkey, Paris Hilton, John F. Kennedy
How the Best Did It
AS SEEN ON BILL O’REILLY How the Best Did It is an accessible and insightful explanation of how the most important leadership traits from America’s eight greatest presidents can be implemented by today’s leaders. “A discerning examination of what all of us can learn from some of our most effective leaders who have held—and wielded—ultimate power at the highest level.” —Jon MeachamDavid O. Stewart (author of George Washington: The Political Rise of America’s Founding Father) on the George Washington chapter: “In How the Best Did It, Talmage Boston demonstrates rare gifts in sifting gold nuggets from the endless gravel beds of known facts about eight leading presidents, then delivering them concisely and persuasively. In his insightful study of George Washington, he finds the core of America’s first great leader without exaggerating his talents, and makes him someone from whom we can learn and cherish.” Annette Gordon-Reed (Pulitzer-winning historian and coauthor of Most Blessed of the Patriarchs: Thomas Jefferson and the Empire of the Imagination) on the Thomas Jefferson chapter: “Thomas Jefferson was one the most effective American leaders of his time, creating a political party that dominated American politics for more than a quarter of a century. With great insight and clear writing, Talmage Boston brings Jefferson to life as the talented leader who shaped the course of early American society.” Ronald C. White Jr. (author of A. Lincoln and three other notable books on Lincoln) on the Abraham Lincoln chapter: “Talmage Boston offers a wise and wide-ranging understanding of Lincoln’s leadership qualities. What makes Boston’s chapter distinct is the personal questions that challenge the reader to apply Lincoln’s values to their lives today.”
24 Hours in Shogun’s Japan
<p><b>Spend 24 hours in the vibrant, divided world of Sh</b><b>o</b><b>gun’s Japan.</b><br><br>In 1614, Japan stood at a crossroads. As the Tokugawa shogunate tightened its grip on power, samurai prepared for war, Christians faced persecution and foreign merchants navigated a rapidly shifting political landscape.<br><br>In <i>24 Hours in Sh</i><i>o</i><i>gun’s Japan</i>, <b>Mark Hudson brings this pivotal moment to life through the eyes of 24 individuals</b> – nobles and farmers, merchants and monks, pirates and poets – each living through one dramatic hour of a single day. From the streets of Kyoto to the slopes of Mount Fuji, this book offers <b>an immersive portrait of this fascinating era</b> of Japanese history.<br><br><b>Also available:</b><br><i>24 Hours in Ancient Rome</i> (9781789291278)<br><i>24 Hours in Ancient Egypt</i> (9781789293517)<br><i>24 Hours in Ancient Athens</i> (9781789293500)<br><i>24 Hours in Ancient China</i> (9781789296488)<br><i>24 Hours in the Viking World</i> (9781789295832)</p>
Most Wanted
All Naya and Jake want is their own home. That's not too much to ask, right? 'Shot with dark humour … an unexpected but highly relatable story that captures the housing crisis in all its messiness' Stylist ‘A wildly original, darkly funny love story about desperation, house prices, and making terrible decisions together. Most Wanted is criminally good’ Steve Jones 'Most Wanted somehow makes the headache of first-time home ownership a gripping, pacy and funny story, loaded with twists and turns that keep you guessing right up to that gut punch ending. I loved it' Dawn O'Porter ***** All Naya and Jake want is their own home. An island in the kitchen. A wine cooler, maybe… Nothing fancy really. With artisanal coffee shops and microbreweries popping up on every corner, prices are skyrocketing. And as Jake and Naya tour property after property, one thing becomes clear: unless they want to share their home with black mould, they need to find a way to make the market crash. And fast. There’s only one thing for it: they're going to have to take matters into their own hands. But how far are they willing to go? ***** ‘Fresh, original and absolutely brimming with energy. One of the very best crime capers I’ve read in a LONG time’ Jonathan Whitelaw 'The protagonists' desperation for affordable housing is completely relatable for anyone who has tried to buy a house this century. This book was quick, funny, and captured the very real financial struggles of the moment' Tasha Coryell ‘A brilliantly funny and twisty thriller. As dark as it is hilarious, with relatable characters that you really care about, this book really delves into the dark world of gentrification and property while still being a wonderfully entertaining ride of a book’ Kate Weston ‘I tore through this hilarious, twisty and poignant story of two people desperate for a home of their own. It's a must read for anyone who's ever bought a property… or dreamt about doing so. A fabulous takedown of our national obsession with home ownership’ Lauren Schott 'A deliciously fresh take on the housing market, terrific fun' Ian Moore ‘Sharp, witty and deliciously dark’ Delia Online ‘This tale of the struggles of home-buying will resonate with many, even while she creates absurd yet believable situations for her protagonists’ Red 'With sharp humour, this twisty story explores home, grief, childhood influences and romantic connections, offering dual perspectives and fresh reflections on modern housing and relationships’ Woman’s Own
Isabella’s Not Dead
From the Sunday Times bestselling author, for anyone who's ever been ghosted – and wondered why… 'Unputdownable' Mel Giedroyc 'Beth is a really clever, funny writer' Nina Stibbe 'The queen of feel-good fiction' Clare Pooley 'Isabella's NOT dead.' Every time someone asks Gwen about her best friend – you know, the one who ghosted them all fifteen years ago – this is what Gwen tells them. But where is Isabella? Why did she leave, just when Gwen needed her the most? Setting out to solve the mystery, in an adventure that takes Gwen across the country then across Europe; that tests her friendships and strains her marriage, Gwen searches for Isabella. But Isabella's not the only one who's lost. Is Gwen also searching for… herself? 'Beth’s tightly-told tale sneaks up on you then completely grips you. Unputdownable' Mel Giedroyc, The Best Things 'Amusing, smart and compassionate, this is a fabulously relatable feel-good read about the mystery of a ghosted friendship’ Liz Robinson, LoveReading ‘A funny, fresh look at female friendship’ Fabulous magazine (The Sun)
Dave Pigeon (Dave vs Dave!)
The series grand finale of this flyaway bestselling series. When another pigeon turns up looking a bit like Dave, can Dave prove himself to be most worthy of the nam? hat on Earth? The Human Lady has brought home another injured pigeon . . . and the imposter looks a little bit like Dave!When fierce competition erupts between the two birds, it's up to Skipper to find a way to prove who is more Dave, once and for all!With black and white illustrations throughout, bringing this hilarious story to life, this is the perfect story to entice new readers. Enjoy a laugh on every page!
The Blindspot
'Beautifully written and heartbreaking, The Blindspot perfectly brings to life family complexities...It stays with you long after you’ve left the page' Heather Critchlow, author of Unsolved'Magnetic prose and unforgettable characters... a master of small town suspense' Anna Bailey, author of Tall Bones'Not one to miss!' Cailean Steed, author of HomeAbi Campbell’s brother Jack has everything to look forward to: just 18 and finishing his A-levels, he’s a star student with a prestigious university scholarship awaiting him. The youngest of five, Jack has largely been raised by Abi after their mother died, and she adores him. The Campbells’ world is turned on its head when, one summer morning, the police arrive to arrest Jack. His childhood friend Katie has accused him of a terrible crime. The worst one. Rumours about what happened swirl through their small seaside town, turning friends against friends and brothers against brothers. Only Abi stands by Jack while it seems the rest of the world point fingers. She knows he is innocent. He has to be. He’s her golden boy. And blood is thicker than water. But can you love someone too much?
Kill Blue, Vol. 5
Hardened hit man Juzo Ogami’s in for the mission of his esteemed career...life as an average middle school student!Juzo Ogami has never led a normal life. He was picked up by a criminal organization as a child and grew up to become a legendary hit man. But everything changes when he’s bitten by a mysterious insect and becomes a teenager again! Can this battle-hardened assassin handle the rigors of middle school life?!As the home ec club trains for a surfing challenge, Noren begins to question if she’s falling in love with Juzo. With Noren distracted by her newfound feelings, will she and Juzo be able to surf their way to victory on the day of the challenge?
Shakespeare: Richard III (Easy Classics)
‘A horse, a horse! My kingdom for a horse!’Edward is the new King of England but his youngest brother, Richard, has big ambitions and is prepared to do whatever it takes to sit on the throne himself. Meanwhile, Richard’s rival, Henry Tudor, is also planning to fight for the crown…About The William Shakespeare Children's Collection:For over four centuries, the works of William Shakespeare have delighted theatre-goers all over the globe. In this new boxset, we present ten of Shakespeare’s classic plays specially adapted into an easy-to-follow story format and fully illustrated. This set is the perfect introduction to the genius of ‘the Bard’. Readers of all ages can find joy in his comedies and learn from his tragedies as we follow the lives and loves of classic characters. To read, or not to read … well that’s an easy one to start with!
Loops
Two starred reviews! From Caldecott Honor– and Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor–winning author-illustrator Jashar Awan comes a hilarious and “confidence-boosting” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) picture book about the perseverance and positive self-talk needed to learn to tie your shoelaces!This big kid is wearing his first pair of big-kid shoes, the kind with laces! Even though they’re a little on the roomy side—shoes to grow into, of course—he knows he can take care of them. Except they keep falling off! Not to worry, he’ll just tie them up again, because he knows how to tie those loops! But wait a second, where did that darn shoe go? Nothing is ever truly easy when you’re just starting something new; but, just like with any stage in childhood, whether it’s making your first steps, or going down the really big slide, with persistence, doing anything scary or overwhelming quickly becomes a piece of cake! And before you know it, you’re a BIG KID!
Paloma Flies Away
Will Paloma and her parents someday find their way back to home and family? A Chilean artist tells an emotionally resonant, beautifully illustrated immigration story through a child’s eyes. Paloma’s home has changed. The dictator who took over the country has stripped its people of their freedoms, and it’s no longer OK to think for yourself. So, like birds, Paloma and her parents fly away in search of a new home, without a chance to pack or say goodbye. The new country is different and generous, and their arrival is a big adventure. Though things are unfamiliar and Paloma misses the country she left, her new friends are soon like family, and she feels right at home. Then she grows older, and more changes come, and Paloma and family are flying away again, to a country she can barely remember... With a simple narration and stunning illustrations, María J. Guarda brings us a tender story about home, family and identity during times of immeasurable change.
Wait, You Need It When?!?
Reclaim your time, set priorities, stop procrastinating, and get your stuff done! While some believe that you?re either born a great time manager or you?re not, that?s not really the case at all. Anyone can learn the powerful habits of being more effective and more productive?and getting things done. Wait, You Need It When?!? is the essential guide to learning how to better manage your time, become more productive, and create the daily habits that will make this personal transformation stick in the long run?not just for a day or two. In today?s work environment, we need these habits more than ever before. Regardless of where we work?whether it?s in an office or traditional business establishment, at home, or at the local Starbucks?we can all benefit from applying better time management habits. Learning the abilities of self-direction and how to stay on task are long-term building blocks for any successful career. Based on proven approaches, the latest research, and the advice of workplace experts, Wait, You Need It When?!? will provide readers with detailed and unambiguous advice on how to hone their time management skills and learn new ones: How to set yourself up for success Optimize your work place Limit outside disruptions The eleven habits that get things done
Where’s the Mermaid?
<p><b>Dive into a Magical, Search and Find, Under the Sea Adventure!<br></b><br>Meriel and her <b>mermaid friends</b> adore exploring the sea and getting a glimpse of the human world on land. Every three years, when the light of a blue moon touches the ocean, something incredible happens; their shimmering tails transform into legs, giving them one day to walk among humans! But they must return to the sea before sunrise, or risk being stranded on land forever...<br><br>Join Meriel and her mermaid friends as they journey through dazzling worlds beneath the waves and above the shore. From shipwrecks and coral castles to sunlit beaches and mystical spas, there are <b>17 intricately illustrated scenes</b> to search and <b>7 magical mermaids</b> (a mix of girls and boys) to find in every scene.<br><br>Whether exploring the deep or wandering the shore, there’s plenty of seaside magic to be found on every page. <br><br>Perfect for fans of magical mermaids, ocean adventures, and hours of puzzling fun!</p>
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