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Girl, Swooning
swoon/sw? /verb1. faint, especially from extreme emotion. 'The girl swooned and had to lie down'2. be overcome with adoration, or other strong emotion. 'She was swooning over Him'Etymology traces to the Old English word 'geswogen', meaning 'overcome'On the eve of her wedding, a young woman wrestles with transitions: from adolescence to adulthood, from longing to holding, from womb to birth, from life to death, from darkness to enlightenment, from waking to dreaming, from love to grief. There is only one choice: death or change. In 2023 Imogen Wade won the National Poetry Prize with her poem 'The Time I Was Mugged in New York City', gaining her a wide audience. Her stunning debut , Girl, Swooning, is a startlingly fresh collection about womanhood, love, death and religious experience. Distinctive, beguiling and compelling from the start, Girl, Swooning marks the emergence of a thrilling new voice.
Modern Divination
A Discovery of Witches meets The Atlas Six in Modern Divination by Isabel Agajanian, a dark contemporary fantasy from a brilliant new talent. Modern Divination is the first book in the Spells for Life and Death duology.The colour of magic was gold . . .Twenty-three-year-old witch Aurelia Schwartz has always had to carefully balance her human life with her secret magical one. With a place at an elite Cambridge university college, she almost has everything she could possibly want within her grasp. Just so long as she follows the rules: Make no promises. Tell no one what you are. And never stay the night.Except Aurelia’s gift of green magic has begun to fade. Worse still, someone is hunting witches – and stealing their powers. Reluctantly, Aurelia needs the help of fellow witch – and dreadfully arrogant classmate – Theodore Ingram. Together, they seek refuge among his family in the remote corners of an already-desolate town. But as she grows closer to Theodore, the power-hungry witch-killer, too, draws nearer. And they threaten to destroy everything Aurelia holds dear . . .Modern Divination by Isabel Agajanian is a magical cosy fantasy with witches, featuring an academic rivals-to-lovers romance, found family and yearning.Praise for Modern Divination‘Lush and atmospheric, full of magic and yearning’ – Olivie Blake, New York Times bestselling author of The Atlas Six‘The cosy contemporary fantasy of my dreams’ – Ava Reid, New York Times bestselling author of A Study in Drowning‘A gem of a book’ – Hannah Whitten, New York Times bestselling author of The Foxglove King
Someone Like Me
Penny Lancaster counts herself as incredibly lucky. She had a loving upbringing, her life with husband Rod Stewart has spanned continents, she’s made incredible friendships, become part of an amazing family and embraced motherhood. But it’s not all been plain-sailing. From being relentlessly bullied at school and underestimated because of undiagnosed dyslexia, Penny also experienced a harrowing sexual assault as a young girl. This has made her a staunch campaigner for women’s safety and, these days, she regularly puts in hours as a Special Constable for the City of London Police, where her primary concern is making the streets safe for women. She’s also navigated the challenges of having the weight of the world’s scrutiny thrust upon her in her twenties, undergone IVF treatment, supported loved ones through cancer diagnoses, overcome her own depression and manoeuvred through menopause. Amongst a heady mix of royalty, rock legends and renegades, her story is one of resilience. In Someone Like Me Penny tells her full story for the first time, with a natural empathy and humour that she hopes will help others on their own life journey. She shares her wisdom from hard-earned lessons, showing that the key to navigating both storms and sunshine is staying true to you.
Confessions
‘A remarkable debut’ Miranda Cowley Heller, bestselling author of THE PAPER PALACE''A cool, bold image of female pain and liberation'' GuardianIt is late September in 2001 and the walls of New York are papered over with photos of the missing. Cora Brady’s father is there, the poster she made taped to columns and bridges. Her mother died long ago and now, orphaned on the cusp of adulthood, Cora is adrift and alone. Soon, a letter will arrive with the offer of a new life: far out on the ragged edge of Ireland, in the town where her parents were young, an estranged aunt can provide a home and fulfil a long-forgotten promise. There the story of Cora''s family is hidden, and in her presence will begin to unspool…An essential, immersive debut from an astonishing new voice, Confessions traces the arc of three generations of women as they experience in their own time the irresistible gravity of the past: its love and tragedy, its mystery and redemption, and, in all things intended and accidental, the beauty and terrible shade of the things we do.''An irresistible read'' Yael van der Wouden, Booker-shortlisted author of THE SAFEKEEP''Propulsive and utterly captivating … Airey has shades of the American novelists Donna Tartt and Jeffrey Eugenides in her style'' Irish Times
Farewell to Russia
*‘Brilliantly introduces us to faraway countries about which we should know more.’ Tim Marshall, author of Prisoners of GeographyThey might have said goodbye to the USSR – but can they ever say farewell to Russi? now, concrete, the KGB: that’s the cliché of the Soviet Union. But its collapse in 1991 sparked a story at once messier and more compelling than any stereotype. Thirty-five years on, Moscow may brim with champagne bars and blacked-out Mercedes – but what became of the other fourteen states that emerged from the ashe? n the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Joe Luc Barnes crossed the former USSR to find out, from the gleaming towers of Azerbaijan to the former gulags of Kazakhstan, tech-hungry Estonia to the minarets of Uzbekistan. Along the way, he finds epic mountains, cobblestoned old towns and storied Silk Road cities – not to mention Georgian wine, Armenian brandy and vodka in industrial supply. Travelling thousands of miles, he gathers a chorus of voices: nomads in mountain yurts, TikTok-fuelled activists, small-town taxi drivers and many who still look uneasily over their shoulder for the secret police. With insight, empathy and a healthy dose of mordant wit, he asks what has happened – and why – to the people and their hopes and dreams since the great promise of independence. By turns hilarious, angry and heart-stopping, this is a darkly comic, deeply human portrait of a region the West still misunderstands – and a warning of what happens when empires break but the habits of empire refuse to die. If you loved The Silk Roads, Nothing to Envy or The Places in Between, and have a soft spot for Bill Bryson, clear space on your shelf: this is the book for you. Joe Luc Barnes speaks fluent Russian and is one of the few people, if not the only person, to have visited all 15 former Soviet countries since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Offers essential insights into a restless region where Russia, China and the West all vie for dominance. Covers: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Krygyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Belarus, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Moldova, Ukraine – and, of course, Russia.
Howl
In the aftermath of a massacre from which he doubts the world will ever recover, Ferdinand Draxler finds himself at the crossroads of history. Unless it’s just a bend in the cul-de-sac of his own gloomy nature.The son of a Holocaust survivor who accuses him of cowardice and the father of a daughter who accuses him of genocide, Draxler longs to be a hero for his people or the comic scourge of their enemies, but does he have the mettle to be either? He isn’t even sure he has what it takes to go mad.He wades through protests and searches London for menacing graffiti, whilst dodging the warring staff in the primary school where he is headmaster and the pleas of his non-Jewish wife to seek ''mental health'' support. But can''t she see that the world is crumbling around them, and he is at the centre?A devastating psychological portrait filled with wit, dark humour and tragedy, Howl is the propulsive new novel from Booker-Prize winner Howard Jacobson.
The Elementals: Wanzu Sets Sail
Wanzu and his friends will do whatever it takes to keep Sealand - their island home - safe. They all have magical powers connected to the four elements: Air, Water, Earth and Fire. But curious and playful Wanzu hasn't discovered what his power is yet... When storms threaten to flood the island, Wanzu leads his friends on a rescue mission. Their quest takes them to magical places, where they learn how to stop the water taking over their home. But will they be able to make it back to Sealand and save the day in time? And will Wanzu ever discover his power? Moana meets the Famous Five - The Elementals is perfect for readers in search of adventure!
Oxford Children's Thesaurus: Build vocabulary skills for ages 8+ with age-appropriate synonyms (Oxford Children's Dictionaries)
Help children take their writing and speaking skills to the next level with the Oxford Children's Thesaurus - the essential vocabulary builder for young learners aged 8+. Perfect for home learning, homework support, or independent writing, this thesaurus inspires children to expand their language with thousands of exciting, creative, age-appropriate synonyms. Key features include: • Builds confident writing and speaking skills for ages 8+ (KS2), with thousands of exciting, creative synonyms designed specifically for children. • Clear, age-appropriate example sentences show synonyms in context, making it easy for young learners to understand and use new vocabulary independently. • Photographic images throughout help support comprehension and strengthen visual learning. • Easy-to-navigate design with alphabet thumb tabs, allowing children to quickly find the words they need for homework, school projects, or creative writing. • Includes a full writing supplement covering fiction, non-fiction, reports, and descriptive writing, helping children apply their new vocabulary in real tasks. • Overused Word panels offer smarter, more interesting alternatives to words like nice, good, big, and fun, helping children avoid repetition. • Writing Tips panels inspire creativity and help children experiment with tone, detail, and expression. • Word Web panels show related words and ideas to further develop vocabulary breadth and help children make richer word choices. • Powered by the Oxford Children's Corpus - a unique database of children's writing - ensuring vocabulary reflects real writing by real children and supports the words young learners actually use. • An ideal companion to the Oxford Children's Dictionary (9781382074117), supporting both vocabulary building and dictionary skills.
Bernie's Balloons
Follow Bernie as he learns the importance of setting boundaries within friendships. Whenever a woodland creature needs a bit of help, Bernie is all too happy to lend a paw. But when Bernie’s friends ask a little too much of him as they set up for a party, Bernie soon finds himself holding far too many balloons! And the ground is starting to look very far away…With hand-drawn illustrations and charming characters, this delightful new picture book teaches children the importance of setting boundaries within friendships. From the author of Ernie’s Mindful Journey, Bernie’s Balloons is the second title in a cosy picture book series that teaches young readers the first steps in practising mindfulness and self-care.
Moon Landing
Experience the greatest breakthroughs in science, with the DK Science Stories series.On 16th July 1969, three men sit at the top of a towering rocket. Strapped into their Command Module, the astronauts brace themselves as the engines roar into life, flames lick out from beneath the rocket, and the ground starts to tremble. They are going where no one has ever been before.This is the story of the legendary Apollo 11 mission – and the men and women on the ground who made it happen. When astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin stepped onto the moon in July 1969, they achieved humanity''s oldest dream. But how did they get there? This is the thrilling story of Apollo 11, from President Kennedy''s bold challenge to the nail-biting lunar landing and those historic first footsteps.Discover how thousands of scientists and engineers worked together to solve seemingly impossible problems, create amazing new technologies, and send three brave astronauts on the greatest adventure in human history.
A Drop in the Ocean
This sweet introduction to the water cycle is perfect for little ones. Starting with a tiny droplet in the ocean, watch it transform into a cloud, fall as rain, and flow into a river, eventually becoming part of a cup of tea enjoyed by a mother. Her tear of happiness returns to the sea, completing the circle. With engaging die-cuts on every page and easy-to-learn first words, this book is perfect for toddlers who are eager to learn more about our world.
Get Closer
In his latest collection, Ryan Van Winkle uses photographs to access themes of abandonment, generational incomprehension and the very notion of how we end up where we are. This collection is a poetic photo album. Through these poems, Van Winkle looks at life through a lens – to get closer – to meditate on the anxieties and insecurities of a life. He reckons with how we remember and misremember, and how memories and people can be difficult, and at times painful, to hold on to. In reading this collection it becomes clear that while photographs can be carefully ordered, the emotions and impressions surrounding them cannot.
Screensaver
A guiding hand for any parent feeling apprehensive about the tween and teen years with smartphonesWith so much negative attention surrounding smartphones, it''s harder than ever to know when to give your child a phone - and how to talk to them about it. Blending expertise with non-judgemental advice, Screensaver helps parents prepare for this milestone, addressing topics including: - The right time to get a phone - Phone models and parental controls - Open communication around usage - Digital ethics and online safety Friendly and authoritative, digital wellness educator Laura Wyatt-Smith empowers parents to make decisions for and with their child. Normalising the struggle of parenting in a digital world, Screensaver is a reassuring guide to your family''s smartphone journey.
Be UPFRONT
"Equal parts rebellion and roadmap - Lauren Currie shows us how confidence really works."—Zoe Blaskey, Author and Host of Motherkind "Both a manifesto and a guide, BE UPFRONT will change the way you think about confidence and show you exactly what you need to do to uncover yours. A world of confident women will be a changed world for everyone."—Stephanie Harrison, Bestselling Author of New Happy "Galvanising, compassionate and pragmatic. This is a rare book that doesn't shy away from the societal difficulties faced by women, but takes them on. Empowering and exciting. I will be recommending to all of the women in my life"—Dr Sula Windgassen, Health Psychologist and Psychotherapist Everything you've been told about confidence is wrong. Be UPFRONT rips up the old rulebook and hands you a new one, 24 new rules for building confidence your way. This isn't about faking, forcing, or waiting until you feel ready. Confidence isn't a personality trait. It's not something you're born with. It's a muscle you build every day, in small, powerful ways. Lauren Currie OBE is a global authority on leadership and confidence. As founder of the UPFRONT movement, she has helped thousands of women rewrite their confidence story and worked with world-leading organisations, including Nike, the NHS, and WaterAid, to build bold, inclusive cultures of confidence. In this book, she shows you how. Through a powerful mix of storytelling, research, and practical tools you'll learn why confidence isn't about fearlessness, why discomfort is your greatest ally, and how to swap the old rules that don't work for new ones that do. Lauren's voice is honest, rebellious, and deeply compassionate. Her work has transformed thousands of women's lives through The Bond, UPFRONT's flagship program, and now these tools are in your hands. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, leadership challenges, or personal milestones, this book will help you build the confidence to speak up, take up space, and lead with power, on your terms. Be UPFRONT is a radical unlearning of everything we've been taught about confidence. It dismantles the shame and fear that keep women quiet and replaces them with bold, unapologetic action. This book is a warm hug and a kick up the ass. It puts a fire in your belly that will never burn out. Unlearn the old rules and Be UPFRONT. Start building confidence that will change everything.
Bigg School: Dare Devil
Warm, honest and hugely relatable’ – Cath HoweWelcome to Bigg School, where the extraordinary lives of ordinary kids take centre stage – like Ollie, who struggles under pressure to fit in, acting recklessly in a desperate bid to keep new friends. Ollie Marsden is popular and confident, but when his mates are banned from hanging out with him because he’s a bad influence, Ollie realises how much he hates being on his own. Determined to impress Luca, a boy from the year above, Ollie accepts all his dares to prove his worth. As the risks get bigger, Ollie is sure he can count on Luca, but will his new friend have his back when it really matters?
World of Birds
This beautiful pop-up book showcases a menagerie of magnificent birds. Each spread is brought to life by a pop-up scene featuring birds ranging from peacocks to parakeets and flamingos to hummingbirds. With gorgeous illustrations and highly intricate pop-ups, this stylish board book will delight nature-loving adults and children alike. Immerse yourself in a beautiful world of birds with this nature pop-up book! Perfect for mini bird-lovers.
Ancient
Ancient woods are Britain''s richest habitats: rare fragments of our landscape that teem with life from soil to canopy. While some of them form the last surviving remnants of our primeval ''wildwood'', these ancient woodlands now depend on humans to thrive - yet live in our collective imagination as quiet places, best left pristine and untouched.A ranger in Britain''s ancient woodlands for over twenty years, from the Lakes to the Peak by way of suburban London''s hidden gems, Luke Barley is a passionate advocate for the active rejuvenation of these precious yet neglected spaces.Bringing us into his woodland world, Luke introduces the work of his forebears and the passionate individuals who are currently reinvigorating ancient practices to carve out a better future. With clear-sighted passion and lyrical prose, he shares what we all stand to gain by rekindling our strong connection with these beautiful, irreplaceable woods.
Have you ever met a Roaring Dinosaur?
Have you ever met a dinosaur who cannot roar? Rumble the Tyrannosaurus rex can squeak, burp, giggle and even bark, but he cannot work out how to roar. One day, Rumble''s dino friends decide to teach him. Will Rumble ever find his roar?Make story time fun with this "read-and-play" book that combines a laugh-out-loud story with a soft-to-touch hand puppet all in one book! Children will be captivated as they read the funny, rhyming story about a very noisy T. rex and act out the story with the plush dinosaur puppet mouth to help Rumble learn to "ROAR!" on every page.The soft, plush hand puppet mouth fits both big and little hands for read-aloud together time, and for peace of mind, the puppet is securely attached to the back of the book. Simply place your hand inside the puppet and move your fingers and thumb to act out the story and bring Rumble the T. rex to life!
A Nature Poem for Every Day of the Year
A classic Batsford poetry collection, now reissued with a stunning new cover. A Nature Poem for Every Day of the Year is a glorious collection of 366 poems that celebrate nature and the changing seasons. It is the perfect morning companion for any nature or poetry enthusiast, featuring famous odes from big-name poets alongside unsung poems from less well-known writers. Each poem is chosen to chime with the natural world through the seasons. Spring is a time of hope, a season of new life accompanied by William Wordsworth’s famous daffodils, John Clare’s lambs and Christina Rossetti’s birdsong. Summer shifts into a time of leisure, with long, idyllic holidays in the countryside: according to Henry James, the two most beautiful words in the English Language were ‘summer afternoon’, a sentiment echoed by Edward Thomas and Emily Dickinson. John Keats, William Blake and W. H. Auden are the poets we associate with autumn, with the natural world, and the human one, holding onto the last lingering memories of summer before they turn to face the oncoming hardships of winter. Amy Lowell and George Meredith perfectly frame this time of year, with their silver-fringed leaves and crimson berries. Winter can be savoured in poetry, rather than endured; bleak grey days are transformed into a world of glittering frost and snow-blanketed landscapes. Even in the darkest days life continues, and soon we can turn our attention to the rebirth of spring. A wonderful collection of poems that help mark the daily turn of the seasons and all the rituals marking the significant moments of the year, from Candlemas to Christmas.
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