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En Route
From the coast of Normandy to the Côte d’Azur, along the banks of the Seine to the Alps – the ultimate literary tour of France. 'Peter Fiennes's brisk literary travelogue is witty and packed with gossip; it moves at the speed of a TGV, with the elegance of a Citroën DS.' Sebastian FaulksTravelling in a loop around France, from Le Havre to Paris, Peter Fiennes explores France’s sense of its own people, place and identity through some of its greatest writers and artists. Moving between the centuries, from the Arthurian forests and Neolithic fields of Brittany to the banlieues of Paris, Fiennes follows the threads of history across France. And wonders what is next for this sublime, mysterious and sometimes fractious country. Fiennes drinks with Sartre and de Beauvoir in the bars of Rouen and Le Havre; follows Edith Wharton’s ‘Motor-Flight’ along the Loire Valley to the home of George Sand; and explores the beaches of the south with Colette and Katherine Mansfield. He lingers near Bordeaux with François Mauriac, strolls in the foothills of the Alps with John Berger and follows Colette to the trenches at Verdun, before finally heading to Paris, where he consigns Maupassant to an asylum and Sartre to his grave. A paean to the glories of French literature, art, landscape, food and wine, En Route is a heartfelt exploration of where the country finds itself after so many centuries at the centre of European life. ***'En Route is a tour de force.' Christopher de Bellaigue, author of The Lion House'What bliss to travel France in the company of such great writers – including Peter Fiennes, the wittiest companion anyone could hope for.' Alex von Tunzelmann, author of Fallen Idols'Fascinating, funny and elegiac.' Sofka Zinovieff, author of Eurydice Street
The American Civil War, 3rd edition
A fully revised and updated guide to America's bloodiest and most divisive conflict - 165 years on.
Comprehensive and packed with contemporary paintings, photographs, maps, and important artefacts, The American Civil War explores the history, causes, and consequences of the war - with eyewitness accounts from soldiers and civilians, profiles of military leaders and other key figures, and timelines that give an overview of the changing course of the fighting.
Fully revised and updated, The American Civil War is packed with information on the course of the battle and locations of particular importance, with detailed coverage of related topics such as slavery and the treatment of wounded soldiers, providing a rich and detailed account of one of the most controversial conflicts ever fought.
In this book you will find:
More than 500 images, including dramatic battlefield paintings and photographs, and galleries of weapons, equipment, and other artefacts
First-hand accounts of the conflict from soldiers and civilians alike
Fascinating biographies of important figures - from Abraham Lincoln to Jefferson Davis
Detailed coverage of broader subjects, such as the treatment of prisoners, and what the war meant for women, American Indians, and Black Americans
Publishing in 2026, ahead of America 250 - the 250th anniversary of the founding of the USA -alongside DK's The American Revolution and The History of the USA Year by Year, this is the ultimate guide to the American civil war, which started 65 years later in 1861.
Such a Nice Girl
Get ready for your new obsession - pre-order the gripping new thriller from the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller Andrea Mara.Everyone has secrets. Even your daughter…The morning after a family wedding, Siobhan and Grace, her best friend of thirty years, go to the pool-house to wake up their twenty-four-year-old daughters, who are also best friends. Only they open the door and the room is empty - the girls have vanished without a trace.They search the house, the grounds, but neither girl can be found. Then Siobhan and Grace discover something shocking. Something inexplicable. Something that suggests one of their daughters is going to kill the other. And that’s before they find out what really happened late last night.They need to work together to find their daughters. But they can’t help but wonder: which girl is the killer and which is the victim?
Siege of Kazan 1552
Russian expert Mark Galeotti provides an in-depth look at the siege that pitted Ivan the Terrible and Russia's first standing army against the Khanate of Kazan, leading to Muscovy's rise. The Khanate of Kazan, one of the greatest Turkic successor states to the Mongol Golden Horde, had for generations been a thorn in Muscovy's side, raiding its lands for slaves and plunder. The newly crowned Ivan IV, who would become known as Ivan the Terrible, was determined to end the threat once and for all, leading a massive army against Kazan in 1552, comprising the Streltsy (musketeers), Russia's first standing army, and a massive artillery and engineer train, including an English expert in siegecraft. Kazan was finally taken and brought directly into Muscovy's control, making it a truly multi-ethnic empire. The next four years would see a bitter guerrilla war against the Russians, but they were committed to the march south – going on to conquer the Astrakhan Khanate and the move east into Siberia, setting the scene for the rapid expansion of the Russian Empire under Ivan's Romanov successors. In this gripping tale of Russian history, expert historian Mark Galeotti explores the major land and river offensive that saw Kazan fall to Ivan the Terrible's Army. With colourful battlescenes, detailed 2D maps and 3D diagrams, this book showcases how this siege marked the rise of Muscovy and ultimately helped lead to the Russian state today.
A Wilder Way
'A wise, passionate, heartfelt book. An invaluable resource for those seeking greater attunement with the year's cycles' - Katherine May'I learnt so much, about the alchemy of the living world and the possibilities of relationship. I finished the book newly awestruck by planet Earth and all the life that she carries. Beautifully written, nourishing, evocative and inspiring' - Lucy Jones, author of Losing Eden'Poppy’s fresh-eyed look at her own little corner of the county gave me a renewed sense of wonder and delight at the joys and challenges of loving and (on good days) living off a small patch of land. Plus some truly brilliant ideas for getting the most from it' - Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall'This is an intimate look at building a true relationship with a garden and all that live in it. Practical, poetic, political —like the best conversations over tea in the garden' - Alys Fowler-----------A Wilder Way is a memoir of a relationship with an ever-changing garden, of setting down roots and becoming embedded in nature, and of how tending to a patch of land will not only grow us as individuals, but can also help to grow a better world. Join Poppy Okotcha in her wild little garden in Devon, where, over the course of a year, she shares the inspiring, the mundane and the magical moments that arise from tending a garden through the seasons, and what they can teach us about living more sustainably. Alongside tips for sowing and growing, wild ingredients to be found and delicious seasonal recipes to make, she shows us how the small joys of engaging with the natural world are imperative for our physical and emotional wellbeing. How the more we look at the world around us, the more we learn and the more we care. Woven throughout are personal stories, exploration of environmental issues facing us today, and folktales from her English and Nigerian heritage – stories with nature at their heart that have inspired her, and will inspire us to live a little more wildly. With original illustrations from Frances WhitfieldWINNER OF THE JANE GRIGSON TRUST – SOUS CHEF AWARD FOR NEW FOOD AND DRINK WRITERS 2025
Completely Normal and Totally Fine
“Unflinching” Bipolar UK“Rosie is an inspiration” Dua Lipa“Full of humour and hope” Hannah Murray, author of The Make-Believe“Raw, honest and surprisingly upbeat” Sunday TimesIn 2018, model Rosie Viva experienced a psychotic episode at Stansted Airport that led to her arrest and the evacuation of the terminal. What followed was a diagnosis of bipolar disorder - and a life completely turned upside down. In Completely Normal and Totally Fine, Rosie shares a raw, honest and often darkly funny mental health memoir, charting:- The extreme highs of mania- The isolating lows of depression- The long, complex journey toward stability and recoveryWith humour, vulnerability and insight, she explores how bipolar reshaped her understanding of identity, relationships, love and purpose - while challenging the stigma around mental illness. This is more than a story about bipolar disorder. It’s a book about survival, self-acceptance and finding hope in the chaos. Whether you live with bipolar, support someone who does, or want to better understand the realities of mental illness, this is a moving and ultimately uplifting story that reminds us: you are not alone. “Bursts with authenticity and warmth - a gift to anyone touched by bipolar.” Leanne Toshiko Simpson“A fittingly open and honest account of what happens when you lose your mind.” Service95
Historic Royal Palaces: Knights and Castles Sticker Activity Book
Learn all about fearsome knights and towering castles in this fact-packed Historic Royal Palaces sticker activity book. Full of fun activities and 100 plastic-free stickers, this is the perfect gift for mini historians in the making!Enjoy hours of entertainment from this ultimate knights and castles sticker activity book, made in partnership with the Historic Royal Palaces. From stories of everyone’s favourite fictional knights to retellings of perilous prisoner escapes from the Tower of London, this activity book is full to the brim with fun, facts and things to do. Including a word search, dot-to-dot, spot-the-difference and a marvellous maze (to name just a few!), this is the perfect present for wannabe knights (and busy parents!) everywhere. Historic Royal Palaces, established in 1989, is an independent charity charged with the care of six of Britain's most important historical sites: the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, Banqueting House, Kensington Palace, Kew Palace and Hillsborough Castle.
Wonderful Me
I look in the mirror, and what do I se? ow I'll say all the wonderful things about me!Wonderful Me is a joyful book of positive of affirmations to help little readers celebrate who they are. Each page invites children to speak aloud as they turn playful peep-through pages that lead to a dazzling mirror made especially to reflect everything that makes them unique. With its rhythmic, lyrical text and vibrant, interactive design, Wonderful Me gently nurtures self-esteem, confidence, and emotional awareness in a way that feels fun and empowering. It's a perfect read-aloud and a thoughtful gift for birthdays or special milestones. For readers who love I Am by Zondervan and Judi Abbot, The Wonderful Things You Will Be by Emily Winfield Martin, and You Are a Beautiful Beginning by Nina Laden and Kelsey Garrity-Riley, this heartfelt book is a reminder that every child is amazing just as they are.
Fun and Games
INSTANT TOP 10 IRISH BESTSELLER SHORTLISTED FOR IRISH BOOK AWARDS NOVEL OF THE YEAR AN OBSERVER BEST DEBUT NOVELIST ‘A triumph … the funniest novel I've read in years’ SALLY ROONEY ‘A brilliant and bittersweet ode to young love’ IRISH TIMES 'One of my favourite books of the year’ JULIA ARMFIELD ‘A funny and frank coming-of age-drama' OBSERVER John Masterson has no idea what he wants. It’s his last summer on the small island where he has grown up. He should be enjoying the weeks until his exam results come through, but instead he's desperately trying to keep his head down after his mother’s nude sext to another man was leaked to the whole island. He's doing his best to distract himself with his Gaelic football ambitions, going out with his mates and a blossoming, sort-of, romance with his slightly older co-worker Amber. But soon John must face up to the choices before him: to stand out or fit in and whether to love and let himself be loved, despite, or perhaps because of, the flaws that make us all human. A book of the year in Observer, Irish Times, iPaper, Vogue, Esquire and more ‘Welcome to the psyche of a teenage boy in all its humorous and hormonal glory’ TELEGRAPH As evocative as it is funny. Think: the male version of Sally Rooney’ VOGUE ‘Gorgeous … a writer of immense talent’ MICHAEL MAGEE ‘I’m not sure I’ve read a funnier book, or one I’ve enjoyed more’ DAILY MAIL ‘Bighearted and boisterous, bursting with life’ COLIN WALSH, author of Kala ‘Funny and heartbreaking’ FERDIA LENNON, author of Glorious Exploits ‘A gifted writer’ ANNE GRIFFIN, author of The Island of Longing John Patrick McHugh's 'Fun and Games' was an Irish top ten bestseller w/c 2025-04-28.
Great Aunt Margot and Me
A riotous celebration of family that gently deals with the forgetfulness many children will experience in their loved ones, and the power that music and objects from their past can have. On Mondays after school, Great-Aunt Margot always has a good story to tell her great-niece... or a dance to dance, or a game to enjoy together. But lately she’s been forgetting things, and she doesn’t always feel quite the way she used to. Her great-niece sees rich and vibrant memories all around Margot’s apartment, and comes up with a plan to help bring back the twinkle in her eye...
The Episode
'A must-read: it hits you right in the heart' Katriona O'Sullivan, author of Poor'Written in beautifully honest prose, and illuminated throughout by something rare and invaluable: the notes kept by those who dealt with her…. A gripping and important book’ Horatio Clare, The Telegraph'Compelling' Irish Examiner‘A story of tenacity and bravery … visceral’ Irish Times---It could happen to anyone. One fine April day, Mary Ann Kenny’s husband died suddenly while jogging near their family home. In the months that followed, Mary Ann – who had no history of mental illness – began suffering from depression, and then from a terrifying succession of physical and psychological symptoms, including the delusion that her young children had been harmed by her medications. In this gripping memoir, Mary Ann details her descent into psychosis, her hopitalization, and her inspiring journey back to health and happiness. Drawing on her detailed medical files and on her own recollections, she has created a day-by-day account of what it is like to lose touch with reality while dealing with grief and living in the dreadful knowledge that everything you care about in life is under threat. And The Episode tells the inspiring story of how Mary Ann recovered from her illness, came to terms with her trauma, and spoke truth to the health service about the limitations of medical psychiatry. It reminds us that anyone could end up in Mary Ann’s situation, while also showing that recovery and happiness are possible even after severe mental illness. Written with the pace of a thriller and the insight of a great psychological novel, The Episode is a brilliant act of personal reclamation and an essential read for anyone who is interested in the workings of the mind. --- ‘Powerful’ Brendan O’Connor, RTÉ Radio 1'A deeply moving, often terrifying account of grief, illness, and recovery, this vivid memoir carries the reader so close to its unfolding events that it quickens the breath.' Doireann Ní Ghríofa, author of A Ghost in the Throat'Deeply insightful, clear-sighted and immersive ... it would be harrowing if not so beautifully written. I've never read anything quite like it.' Patrick Freyne, author of OK, Let's Do Your Stupid Idea'Steers an arresting course between an academic’s rigorous research and pacy, insightful readability … it’s shocking to read' Irish Times'Delivered in elegant, quietly furious prose, it deserves a wide readership' Sunday Independent‘A page-turning read … a fantastic writer.’ Irish Times Women's Podcast‘A brave, elucidatory book’ Ceci Browning, The Times
Marc Marquez: Everything or Nothing
*THE INCREDIBLE COMEBACK STORY OF THE 2025 MOTOGP WORLD CHAMPION*Marc Márquez is the apex predator of the MotoGP world: arguably the greatest motorcycle racer who ever lived, he is a nine-time world champion. He is the man who dethroned Valentino Rossi, and who changed the sport of MotoGP forever. Márquez's hyper aggressive riding style has made him many enemies, his epic championship battle with Valentino Rossi in 2015 led to one of the most controversial moments in the history of MotoGP and his closely-fought battle with his brother, Alex, for the 2025 title capped off an astonishing sporting comeback story. But his story off the track is just as incredible: devastating accidents, surgeries and recoveries, racing on despite a diagnosis that left him knowing one more head injury could leave him blind. His self-admittedly ruthless personality and desire to win make him an explosive, dominant and at times controversial character. Told by bestselling author Stuart Barker, with the insight of rivals, team members, pundits, managers and many close to his story, this is the a story of pure sporting theatre and white-knuckle speed twinned with real human drama. Marc Marquez: Everything or Nothing is the Márquez told in full for the very first time.
The Bone Mother
When reporter Martha Strangeways is called into investigate the discovery of body parts on a remote railway track, she’s drawn into a strange case, as her own past comes back to haunt her… The atmospheric, critically acclaimed series continues… Martha Strangeways has settled into a quiet life in Strathbran, after the horrific events that traumatised the village a year earlier: her son, Dougie is at university, her friend Orla will give birth at any minute, and she’s becoming ever closer to her ex, Jamie. But all this is turned upside down when her friend at Glasgow CID, DI Derek Summers, calls on her to help with a truly disturbing case: a human ear, with an unusual Celtic earring, has been found next to a railway line in the Highlands. And when the body of a young woman wearing matching jewellery turns up at a landmark church shortly after, the mystery only deepens. Why has she been laid out in such a ritualistic fashion? Does her trek along the little-known Cailleach Way have anything to do with her demise? And who is running the Facebook Group where she posted details of her journey to the shrine of the Bone Mother goddess? As Martha tries to unpick the threads, she soon finds herself entwined with a ghost from her own past, and in conflict with the owner of a company committed to a huge hydroelectric scheme that threatens to destroy the goddess’s sacred land. With Halloween approaching, and someone determined to protect the goddess at all costs, can Martha and Summers catch the killer before they strike again – and this time much closer to home…?
Dark is the Morning
Sometimes love isn’t where you belongIn a mountain village in the Abruzzo region of Italy, Gino, a troubled young man, realises that his childhood sweetheart Franca can give his life the happiness and stability he needs. They seem made for each other, and move to a remote house in the countryside - but there is something in Franca’s past that haunts Gino. Descending into pathological jealousy and resentment towards a married man who had been Franca’s lover, Gino is unable to stop himself imagining the worst, and embarks on a violent path that has catastrophic consequences. Shifting between tenderness and paranoia, beauty and tragedy, this is an extraordinary novel from one of the UK’s most unpredictable and celebrated writers.
Marcie and Giraffe
Marcie has painted a picture of Giraffe. At first, she loves it! But when Giraffe paints a picture of Marcie, she's not so sure. "Your art is better than mine . . ." she sighs, before making a series of FIERCE and SCRIBBLY pictures that capture her inner turmoil. Can Marcie and Giraffe find a way to make art togethe? n this joyful debut, Kim Gregory boldly explores what it feels like to compare yourself to others. Her energetic illustrations in vibrant primary colours bring Marcie and Giraffe to life in style. Full of warmth and personality, this hilarious duo will inspire you to embrace mistakes, express ideas with confidence and discover the messy magic of making art with friends. Perfect for fans of Ish by Peter H. Reynolds, Beautiful Oops! by Barney Saltzberg, Mix It Up! by Hervé Tullet, and The Artist by Ed Vere, this picture book is a must-read for any child learning to trust and celebrate their own creative voice.
Ban Ban's Bakery
'A delicious, heartwarming hug of a book' – Beatrice Blue (author of Once Upon a Unicorn Horn)Ban Ban the bunny dreams of starting her own bakery, full of the delicious treats she makes with her Grandma. Finally, it’s opening time, and everything is going well until… Oh no! What’s that burning in the ove? haos ensues as Ban Ban struggles to calm the impatient customers, but with the help of a clever baby hamster, everybody bands together to help Ban Ban create the warm and welcoming bakery she's always dreamed of, just in time for a very special guest. This cute and uplifting story about the power of friendship and community is the debut picture book from London-based illustrator Elena Hiroko Magee and her much-loved creation, Ban Ban the bunny. Cosy up with this beautiful book, full of sweet characters and delicious bakes. There’s even a guide for how to make your very own Ban Ban cake at the end!
A Wagon in the Woods
For everyone who dreams of escape to a cabin by a stream, for those moments of tranquility while the natural world does its thing around you ... 'An inspirational tale of discovery and a passionate quest to fulfil a life-long dream.' - Ella Al-Shamahi, British explorer, paleoanthropologist, evolutionary biologist, stand-up comic and presenter. A beautiful, humble, honest book , it reminds us to look into the undergrowth to find the wonder, to slow down and notice more. The perfect tonic for our chaotic times.’ - Sophy Roberts, author of Lost Pianos of Siberia and A Training School for Elephants‘Aldred has travelled the world driven by his love for trees. But the forest he loves most is here at home-the New Forest. This wonderful book takes us all into the depth of his special place-reminding us that we all need our own special wild place.’ - Alastair Fothergill, producer of The Blue Planet, Planet Earth, and Frozen PlanetSome moments in childhood are frozen in time, vivid and vital, an anchor. When James Aldred tracked down an old horse-drawn wagon he once played in, he found himself inside one such moment again. However broken and rotten, it transported him to a magical summer in the New Forest forty years ago and awakened in him the possibility of reliving it with his young family. In his evocative memoir, Aldred chronicles his return to a cherished landscape. As he painstakingly restores the wagon, learning from local crafts people, he delves into both the New Forest's natural history and storied past, tracing its roots back to the 16th century and even further to the time of William the Conqueror. Camera traps reveal otters hunting in the brook nearby, while the nearby goshawk nest and fox earth speak to the area's thriving wildlife. Masterfully observed, A Wagon in the Woods is a celebration of both people and place, and the timeless bond between land, history and the enduring spirit of adventure.
Bunnies in a Rocket
The Sunny Town bunnies are BACK and this time they’re on a rocket, blasting into space, exploring the Moon and causing CHAOS at every turn!It’s launch day in Sunny Town: a rocket is about to blast off into space, and a team of panda astronauts are ready. But wait! Something is happening on the runway... Before anyone can stop them, those cheeky bunnies have sneaked onto the launch pad, scrambled up the rocket ladder and … pressed GO! BUNNIES IN A ROCKET, zooming into space! What could possibly go wrong?! It’s one small step for a human but one giant LEAP for bunnykind in this fantastic, cosmic adventure brimming over with wild space bunny fun from dream team Philip Ardagh and Ben Mantle. - Perfect for transport and space-loving children aged 3-5 years!- Bursting with hilarious details to spot, visual subplots to follow, search-and-find elements and non-stop on-the-move action. - Funny, rhyming, read-aloud texts, with repeated join-in refrains – ideal for sharing with littles ones and supporting bonding and early literacy. Collect ALL the Sunny Town Bunnies books!Bunnies on the BusBunnies in a SleighBunnies in a Boat
Phonic Books Sun Cats 2
Join the unstoppable Sun Cats as they conquer new heights, face tricky obstacles and skate their way to success. Phonic Books Sun Cats 2 is perfect for older readers who are interested in graphic novels but are at the early stages of reading. Six chapters bound into one graphic novel format follow the continued adventures of a diverse group of teenage friends in a skateboarding team called the Sun Cats. Following on from Phonic Books Sun Cats: Sounds of the Alphabet, Sun Cats 2 introduces split vowel spellings in a gradual way. Each chapter progressively practises the spellings a-e, e-e, i-e, o-e, and u-e.
