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The third gripping mystery in the Misty Isle series, from the multi-million-copy bestselling author, J M Dalgliesh. Digging up the past can be deadly... A teenage boy goes missing on Burns Night. A woman’s body is found in Talisker Bay. And it’s DI Duncan McAdam’s job to find the killer before someone else turns up dead. A closely guarded secret, lying in a shallow grave for years, is under threat of being revealed and no one seems willing to face up to their past... least of all Duncan McAdam. He has a decision to make, one that will impact not only his life but the lives of those he cares about the most. Does he have the courage to follow his instincts? And who will he choose - the people he loves, or himsel? et amidst the dramatic landscape of the Isle of Skye, this addictive and fast-paced crime novel takes you into the heart of a rural community, where everyone is hiding secrets. The Talisker Dead is the third book in the new Amazon #1 bestselling Misty Isle series from the multi-million selling crime writer, J M Dalgliesh, the author of the Hidden Norfolk and Dark Yorkshire books. Readers love J M Dalgliesh:‘Fantastic’ ? ?‘The best detective series I’ve read’ ? ?‘You can’t put these books down’ ? ?‘J M Dalgliesh never disappoints’ ? ?‘Like watching Shetland on TV’ ? ?‘So much tension’ ? ?

A stunning hardcover boxed set celebrating J.R.R. Tolkien’s work inspired by the myths and legends of Europe, featuring double-sided dustjackets. This unique set contains Finn and Hengest, The Story of Kullervo, The Lay of Aotrou and Itroun and The Battle of Maldon, along with The Old English Exodus, reprinted for the first time in 50 years. This brand-new boxed set of five hardbacks includes: The Old English Exodus, a translation of the Old English Exodus poem telling the story of the Israelites fleeing Egypt, appearing in print for the first time since it was first published in the 1980s. Tolkien’s aim with this translation was to interpret the poem, reconstruct what the original may have looked like, and demonstrate how it fits into the broader tradition of Old English poetry. Edited by fellow Old English scholar and former pupil, Joan Turville-Petre, this version gives readers the best sense of Tolkien’s methods and his important contributions to understanding this poem along, and includes a new preface by the editor’s son, Thorlac Turville-Petre. Finn and Hengest, the tale of two fifth-century heroes in Northern Europe, is told both in Beowulf and in a fragmentary Anglo-Saxon poem known as The Fight at Finnesburg, but so obscurely and allusively that its interpretation had been a matter of controversy for over 100 years. Tolkien reveals a classic tragedy of divided loyalties, vengeance, blood and death. The Story of Kullervo is a work of fantasy by J.R.R. Tolkien, which tells the powerful story of a doomed young man who is sold into slavery and who swears revenge on the magician who killed his father. ‘Hapless Kullervo’, as Tolkien called him, is a luckless orphan boy with supernatural powers and a tragic destiny, and is perhaps the darkest and most tragic of all J.R.R. Tolkien’s characters. Set ‘In Britain’s land beyond the seas’ during the Age of Chivalry, The Lay of Aotrou and Itroun tells of a childless Breton Lord and Lady and the tragedy that befalls them when Aotrou seeks to remedy their situation with the aid of a magic potion obtained from a corrigan, or malevolent fairy. When the potion succeeds and Itroun bears twins, the corrigan returns seeking her fee, and Aotrou is forced to choose between betraying his marriage and losing his life. In 991 AD, vikings attacked an Anglo-Saxon defence-force led by their duke, Beorhtnoth, resulting in brutal fighting along the banks of the river Blackwater, near Maldon in Essex. The attack was immortalized in the poem, The Battle of Maldon. Written shortly after the battle, the poem survives now as a 325-line fragment, and is an invaluable example of both a heroic tale and the vivid expression of the lost language of our ancestors. Tolkien’s prose translation of the poem is presented by leading Tolkien scholar, Peter Grybauskas, alongside the definitive treatment of The Homecoming of Beorhtnoth, Tolkien’s own dramatic verse-dialogue inspired by The Battle of Maldon.

Leading psychologist Nicholas Epley explains why our social fears are often mistaken and how small acts of connection can transform our lives. ‘One of those rare books that might actually change your life’ Daniel Gilbert, author of Stumbling on HappinessWe are among the most social species on the planet, uniquely equipped to connect with others. Doing so makes us happier, healthier and more successful. Yet so often we shy away from it – whether that’s saying hello to the stranger who sits next to us, or moving beyond small talk with a work colleague, or expressing our gratitude to people we appreciate. Wh? n this inspiring book, psychologist Nicholas Epley reveals how misplaced social fears interrupt our instinct to connect and how to overcome them. Drawing on decades of research, he shows that bridging the gap between two people is far easier than we think and success is more likely than we imagine. Whether introvert or extrovert, we all can benefit from being just a little more social. And as Epley shows, gradually building wiser social habits can ultimately have life-changing results. ‘Everyone should read this beautiful book – and learn to use the transformative power of reaching out to build a more meaningful life’ Charles Duhigg, author of Supercommunicators‘Truly, Hello might change your life. It's a masterclass in social connection’ Angela Duckworth, author of Grit‘This inspiring book will forever change how you see and reach out to other people’ Katy Milkman, author of How to Change‘Brimming with insights about how to rediscover the joy of being human’ Sonja Lyubomirsky, author of How to Feel Loved

Construction is the most important industry in the world. The homes we wake up in, the schools where our children learn, the transportation networks we depend on, and the hospitals that care for us all exist because they were designed and built. In Mega Builds, YouTube creator Fred Mills takes readers inside ten extraordinary megaprojects that are reshaping the modern world. Offering a front-row seat to some of the most ambitious engineering feats ever attempted, Mills delivers a fact-filled global tour that reveals how these vast undertakings are redefining what is possible. Inside, you will discover: Why the world’s largest city has been built in one of the most inhospitable locations on Earth. How the vision of a single ruler in the desert is challenging our assumptions about the limits of design and construction. What compels us to build ever-taller skyscrapers and ever-faster trains. And how the scale of human imagination today is shaping the cities and infrastructure of tomorrow. The story of our civilization is being written not only in books, but in steel, concrete, glass, and earth. Mega Builds reveals how the structures rising around us are defining the future of the man-made world.

The fourth laugh-out-loud, full colour story in the bestselling Nina Peanut series. She's an amazing frozen-pizza chef, ghost hunter, mystery solver, jet-setter, creative genius, drama queen. The funniest new friend for all kids, everywhere. I'm Nina Peanut and I CANNOT believe Mum is making me show the new boy at school around town. Ethan shoved an ice cream in my face when we were four years old annoying! But wait... he's older now and... quite cool. Wears a leather jacket. Into skating. The best looking boy who-is-not-in-a-boyband I've ever seen. Why have I gone bright red? We're putting on some random play - Romeo and Juliet? I don't expect you've heard of it - at the end of term and I want the starring role opposite Ethan. But of course my arch-enemy Megan BUMFACE is also set on the part: the race to be the ultimate drama queen is ON! Hilariously funny, with themes of friendship/frenemies, big dreams, brilliant pets: hours and hours of reading fun guaranteed for kids. Warm, offbeat wit and gorgeous, bright full colour pictures throughout. Perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid, Dork Diaries and Lottie Brooks.

Malý Génius je edukačno-zábavný časopis určený deťom mladšieho školského veku, ktorý rozvíja zvedavosť, logické myslenie, kreativitu a vzťah k poznávaniu sveta hravou a prirodzenou formou. Každé vydanie sa venuje konkrétnej tematike...od matematiky, geografie či ľudského tela až po vedu, prírodu a experimentovanie prostredníctvom kvízov, hlavolamov, zábavných úloh, faktov a interaktívnych aktivít. Cieľom časopisu je podporovať deti v učení bez tlaku, motivovať ich objavovať nové vedomosti a zároveň vytvárať priestor na spoločné trávenie času rodičov s deťmi. Časopis vychádza štvrťročne a je určený predovšetkým deťom približne vo veku 7 až 11 rokov.

Escape to Cornwall this summer with another heart-warming and feel-good novel from the Number One Sunday Times bestselling author! Readers LOVE Sarah Morgan ‘Sarah Morgan never disappoints’ FIVE star reader review ‘Sarah knows just what her readers enjoy, with this book comes friendship, family and a beautiful place for the perfect escape … another great read’ FIVE star reader review ‘Sarah Morgan brought us a beautiful and heartwarming story … It’s a brilliant, unputdownable read that left me wanting more from all of these characters’ FIVE star reader review * * * * Evie is the acting general manager of The Alexandra hotel in picturesque Cornwall, but she feels trapped in a life defined by others’ expectations. Just as she contemplates a fresh start, Abby arrives, sent undercover by the hotel’s owner to assess the staff and operations. But Abby is navigating her own struggles and longs to break free from the shadow of her mother. As the two women forge an unexpected friendship, they confront their fears and the threat of change looming over them. With the help of a charming chef and a gruff pub owner, they begin to embrace their true selves and the bonds that unite them. Will they find the strength to reshape their futures, or will the weight of the past hold them back? Full of warmth and heart, Brave New Summer is a joyful and uplifting novel about friendship, romance and being brave, from the Number One Sunday Times bestseller, Sarah Morgan. Perfect if you love: Escaping to seaside towns Strong female bonds Unlikely friendships Grumpy pub owners Charming chefs * * * * Praise for Sarah Morgan: ‘Sarah Morgan never disappoints I always look forward to my summer read from her … a must read for holidays’ FIVE star reader review 'A perfect slice of joyful summer escapism from Sarah Morgan, the master of the genre' Clare Pooley ‘The perfect summer escape!’ Cathy Bramley 'I was absolutely hooked from the first chapter and knew straight away this was another book written with Sarah’s magic touch … utterly fabulous' FIVE star reader review ‘A truly heart-warming read’ Woman & Home

Cal Hooper azt remélte, hogy egy csendes, idilli ír falucskában álló, felújítandó ház tökéletes hely a menekülésre. A chicagói rendőrségnél eltöltött huszonöt év, és egy viharos válás után nem akart mást, csak új életet kezdeni egy kellemes helyen, ahol jó a kocsma, és nem sok minden történik. Ám amikor egy helybéli fiú ráveszi, hogy nyomozzon eltűnt testvére ügyében, Cal rájön, hogy festői menedéke sötét és veszélyes titkokat rejteget. Hangulatos, feszültséggel átszőtt történetében napjaink egyik legjobb krimiírója azt a kérdést feszegeti, hogyan lehet megkülönböztetni a jót és a rosszat egy olyan világban, ahol ez nem egyszerű feladat, és a döntés sok kockázattal jár.

All the magic of the original story, brought to life in a colourful graphic novel! Best friends Rachel and Kirsty can't believe it when they meet a magical fairy at the end of a rainbow. Ruby the Red Fairy flies them away to Fairyland, but the beautiful kingdom is in trouble. Can the girls help save it? With full-colour illustrations and action-packed panels, this graphic novel is perfect for visual learners and readers just starting to enjoy stories independently. 'These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!' ReadingZone.com Collect all the books in the Rainbow Fairies series: Ruby the Red Fairy; Amber the Orange Fairy; Saffron the Yellow Fairy; Fern the Green Fairy; Sky the Blue Fairy; Izzy the Indigo Fairy and Heather the Violet Fairy.

The second book in the New York Times bestselling Dragonborn series, perfect for fans of Impossible Creatures. Having discovered her true identity as a dragon, Alex Evans must embark on a dangerous quest to stop Drak Midna and his war against humanity. When tragedy strikes the island of Skralla, Alex and her friends journey north to the heart of Scotland, where dark plots are in motion, and humans and dragons fight side-by-side against a rising storm of ancient demons. Sinister forces are growing stronger every day, and as friendships fall apart and enemies old and new strike from the shadows, Alex must master her own fearsome power, and unravel a mystery that might just be the key to victory: the legend of the Twilight Child.

When detective-in-training Sigurdís interrupts her studies in the US to return to Iceland after discovering that the investigation into her abusive father’s death has been dropped, she’s plunged into a completely new case when a controversial TV personality is murdered during the Reykjavík Marathon. ‘A new voice in Icelandic crime fiction … plays with the reader’s expectations with cool confidence … masterful’ Lilja Sigur?ardóttir‘One of Iceland's most exciting new voices’ Eva Björg Agisdóttir‘Sigurdís has all the makings of a beloved new Nordic detective … This meticulously crafted work keeps its secrets tight until the very end’ Nordic Watchlist‘A series with great potential’ Financial Times––––––––Thousands of runnersOne killerIcelandic detective-in-training Sigurdís is studying criminal psychology in the USA, but her plans are thrown into disarray when she discovers that her boss and mentor, Gar?ar, has been put on leave from Reykjavík CID as a result of his investigation into Sigurdís’s father’s death. Returning to Iceland to deal with the fallout, Sigurdís finds herself pulled into a disturbing case: controversial TV personality Olga Einarsdóttir has been stabbed to death during the Reykjavík Marathon. Struggling to locate a runner wearing bib number 1407, who was seen near the murdered woman during the race, the police soon discover that several masked runners were wearing the same number. As the mystery deepens, Sigurdís and her fellow detective Unnar soon learn exactly how unpopular Olga was – not just with the interviewees she humiliated on live TV, but with her own son, her business partner, a widower who insists that she had a hand in his wife’s death, and her ex-husband, who died in suspicious circumstances thirty years ago…As her exploration into Olga’s past becomes ever darker and more harrowing, Sigurdís must also face the truth about her own father, while searching for an attacker who will go to any lengths to cover up their crimes…–––––––––––––––Praise for Dead SweetWinner of the Blackbird Award for Best Icelandic Crime Debut‘A breathtaking thriller from one of Iceland’s most exciting new voices’ Eva Björg Agisdóttir‘So chilling’ Heat magazine‘Katrín Júlíusdóttir skilfully weaves together intense family dynamics, dark pasts and criminal endeavours in this masterful narrative’ Lilja Sigur?ardóttir‘A sophisticated, multi-layered thriller … a series with great potential’ Financial Times‘Exceptional and realistic characters … Dead Sweet hooks you in from the very first page and keeps you there until the unexpected ending’ Blackbird Award judges: Yrsa Sigur?ardóttir, Ragnar Jónasson and Bjarni ?orsteinsson‘Delve into a world of corruption, power and a rising body count in one of your new favourite noir series’ B.S. Casey‘A very welcome addition to the growing number of writers of Icelandic Noir … many twists and turns until all is revealed’ TripFiction‘An excellent debut thriller with a highly original storyline’ Saunn Gísladóttir, The Reading RoomWHAT READERS ARE SAYING…‘Another fabulous piece of Icelandic noir’‘Sucked me into the story right from the very start’‘A tense multi-layered mystery’‘I devoured it in two sittings’‘Dark, chilling and twisty … I couldn’t put it down’‘A fast-paced thrill ride … I was totally invested in the storyline and the plot kept me guessing until the end’

The life of a boring salaryman-turned-vampire gets turned upside down by handsome coworker who''s just dying for bite!A scrupulous vampire happy with his mundane life finds himself perpetually tested by his bored—and very unscrupulous—coworker.Office worker and 40-year-old virgin Minoru Sayo lives a simple, if not boring life—at least until the day he is turned into a vampire! Unable to bring himself to drink human blood, he satiates his overwhelming hunger with cats. But one night, after a disastrous mixer, Minoru is pushed to his limits when a junior colleague passes out drunk, neck exposed, while waiting for the train. Unable to resist, Minoru sneaks a taste. But all is not what it seems with his hapless coworker, and Minoru’s life takes yet another unexpected turn!

Turistický denník vznikol pre žiakov a žiačky druhého stupňa základných škôl. Zároveň je určený všetkým nadšencom turizmu, ktorí si radi uchovajú spomienky a zaujímavosti z navštívených miest. Turistický denník 2 je rozdelený na desať regiónov – Zemplín, Šariš, Abov, Gemer, Spiš a Tatry, Orava, Liptov, Horehronie, Podpoľanie a Novohrad. Krátku charakteristiku lokalít dopĺňajú rôznorodé úlohy, ktoré prepájajú poznatky zo slovenského jazyka, biológie, geografie či dejepisu do tvorivých a hravých strán. Regióny i spomínané lokality sú pre lepšiu orientáciu vyznačené aj na mape. V závere denníka nájdete priestor na fotografie z výletov.

WINNER OF BEST BIOGRAPHY BY A PARLIAMENTARIAN, WESTMINSTER BOOK AWARDS 2026'Scurrilous and full of heart' GRAHAM NORTON'Fascinating, frank, funny and moving' REVEREND RICHARD COLES'Terrific' FINANCIAL TIMES'Beguilingly human' OBSERVER'Riveting, raw and hilarious' HELEN LEDERERThe blisteringly candid account of a life that has taken Sunday Times-bestselling author and minister Chris Bryant to some truly unexpected places. Raised in Francoist Spain by an alcoholic mother and an absent father, Bryant would go on to act alongside some of the great names of the day, man the barricades in Chile and later become an Anglican priest, all before he turned forty. By turns hilarious and heartbreaking, peopled with bishops, actors, drag queens and pushy candidates, A Life and a Half is a politician's memoir like no other.

When Lili Lowe is caught in a compromising position with her boss, married politician Teddy Landen, she suddenly finds herself thrust into the centre of a media frenzy. She turns, as most daughters would, to her mother. Yet Lydia Lowe is a former talent agent, and it's not long before the whole world knows the name Lili Lowe. As the spotlight brightens on Lili, and her three sisters Stevie, Iris and Katie, the women's lives are changed in ways they could never have predicted. And it's soon clear that fame, and fortune, comes with a price... Perfect for fans of Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe and Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors, Grace Alexander's sensational, page-turning and provocative book club debut explores the fallout of a jaw-dropping political scandal with deliciously dark humour and a lightness of touch.

I mute the audio. I replay the video four times. It is not me. It is my fucking face. Amrita Chaturvedi goes by Amy. Amy identifies as a communist on Twitter (her profile omits a stint on Big Brother and a billionaire daddy running the show at the High Court of Delhi). Then reality hits: a deepfake porno of her forwarded around by WhatsApp aunties goes viral. On her birthday, Amy wakes to a stoning in the digital town square that could cancel the likes of Kim Kardashian. Her executioners? A cartel of unhinged virgins styling themselves after V for Vendetta - except these keyboard warriors are on a ruthless crusade to wipe out desi jezebels and Make India Hindu Again. A muscular, monumental work of internet literature in which the online turns offline turns bloody, Fieldwork as a Sex Object is not a novel you read but a novel that reads you: what are you prepared to risk for what you claim to believe?

In a world rocked by pandemics, climate change, and political unrest, resilience has never been more essential. In this groundbreaking book, trauma researcher, survivor, and professor Sherry Hamby reveals the truth about resilience: struggling with trauma doesn't mean we lack it. Instead, it's a sign that we're facing life's challenges head-on. What we need to know is how to bounce back and prepare better for future hardships. Drawing on years of research and lived experience, Hamby introduces the concept of the "resilience equation": by increasing our 'strengths dosage', we can offset our 'trauma dosage'. In other words, adding more positive experiences can help us heal from the negative ones. It's possible to thrive, even after significant trauma, and piece together a meaningful, fulfilled life. This book empowers you with three core steps to cultivate resilience: 1. Find connection - through something larger than yourself 2. Master your emotions and behaviours - learn how to manage your impulses 3. Leverage your resources - tap into the support of family, friends, and community From practices like mindfulness and forest bathing to deeper calls for social justice and activism, Stronger Than You Think equips you with tools to strengthen your own resilience and uplift others in the process. No matter what life throws your way, you'll learn how to face it with strength, hope, and purpose.

THE FIRST COLOURING BOOK FROM GLOBAL ARTIST, ONLINE SENSATION AND COMIC RELIEF 2026 CREATOR: MR DOODLE Welcome to the world of DoodleLand! In this creative and quirky colouring book, you will have a chance to see into the mind of everyone's favourite doodle artist: Mr Doodle. From the Marshmallow Mountains to the Sludgy Sewers, artists will find intricate and exciting worlds to bring to life with colour. DoodleLand is sure to be a hit for fans of adult colouring books and anyone who need a mental health break through a creative escape, and includes: - 46 incredible hand-drawn designs ready to be brought to life - Single-sided pages - High-quality paper that can hold up to inky markers Have a doodley day!

There is a whole world of sports to discover! Which sports were played at the very first Olympic Game? hat do the different colour jerseys mean in the Tour de France? How on earth do you throw a gumboot? Everywhere on our planet where people can be found, there are different sports that we love to play and compete in, too. From the very first Olympic Games to the modern version we play today, explore all kinds of sports from around the world, including ball sports, gymnastics, athletics, water sports, extreme sports and so much more! Find out how each sport came to be, where in the world it originated and, most importantly, how to play. Featuring more than 100 adrenaline-pumping sports from every corner of the globe, this book will make you sweaty!Bursting with colour and fascinating facts, the World of... series looks at what we have in common, and celebrates our differences. Also look out for World of Food.