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A Surprise for Snail
A heartwarming tale of friendship and optimism from internationally bestselling author-illustrator Petr Horácek. Snail dreams of seeing the sunset over the sea – but he has a long way to go. Can his friends help make his wish come true? From Petr Horácek, “the thinking tot’s Eric Carle” (Washington Post), comes a colourful and humorous tale, perfect for reading aloud with little ones.
Grasslands
'Full of gems - I'll never again look at a field and think: 'It's just a patch of grass'' SPECTATOR'A wonderful leap, with a wise guide, into the green we thought we knew' TRISTAN GOOLEY'Wright is a joyful companion' CAROLINE QUENTINA sparkling green field. A dull and scrubby patch of grass. One is the sanitised evidence of monoculture, the other a world teeming with more life than you could ever imagine. Join John Wright, one of our best-known naturalists, as he uncovers the beauty and rich diversity of Britain's grasslands. Bursting with mushrooms, lichen and wildflowers, home to butterflies, bees and beetles, and vital to foxes and birds alike, these grasslands are part of our natural heritage. From meadows to mires to heathlands, John Wright introduces them in all their variety: the history of how grasslands came to be, what can be found there, what we risk with their loss and what can be done to save what is left. Most of all, he shows why we should care. Because grasslands are never just patches of grass.
The Ice Cream Crocodile
A fabulously winning story about a crocodile who will not be sidelined, from the extraordinary team behind There's a Tiger on the Train. Elvis loves the circus life -The thrills, the skills, the treats,The wide-eyed crowds that cheer out loud,The rows of polished seats. BUT . . . Sidney, the ringmaster, only lets fluffy and feathery animals perform on stage. Can Elvis the crocodile show his STAR potentia? olour and charm pour out of every page of this stunningly illustrated and utterly heartwarming story.
Moonlight Crusaders
This engrossing history explores the creation, development and actions of the Special Duties squadrons, which carried spies, political figures and documents in and out of Occupied Europe. In 1940, Winston Churchill famously set in motion the Special Operations Executive. However, the creation of secret agent networks required a clandestine transport infrastructure to support nascent resistance movements in Occupied Europe. With only the moon to guide their way, the daring pilots of 161 Squadron constantly faced danger: their locations could be discovered, German night-fighters and flak had to be contended with and, of course, they dealt with the worst of European weather. Despite these extra risks, these Special Duties pilots were remarkably successful. Packed with first-hand accounts and expert research, this book dives into the history of the men who flew these dangerous missions and the main aircraft they used – unarmed Lysanders. Author Paul Smiddy, an RAF-trained pilot, explores the origins of the Lysander, the dangers it posed to its pilots and how operational techniques were developed. Facing political interference and limited resources from the RAF, these brave and under-recognised pilots provided a critical role in the war – bringing back agents with important information to help Britain and the Allies defeat the Germans.
My First Scottish 1 2 3
My First Scottish 1 2 3 is a colourful counting book. Eilidh Muldoon’s distinctive illustrations guide young readers from numbers one to ten, encouraging them to identify and count animals, birds and sea creatures associated with Scotland such as the Loch Ness Monster and Shetland ponies, all the way through singing seals and diving dolphins, to sleepy sheep who are ready for their bed . . . With something different to look at on every page, and interesting and unusual animals to find and count, this interactive book is full of fun!
The Widows
ONE FALSE MOVE COULD GET THEM KILLEDRuby, Bella and Cissy are used to the high life. Married to gangland bosses at the top of their game, the riches of Costa del Sol are at their fingertips, the world at their feet. But when Cissy's husband is brutally murdered, everything changes. With his lifelong friend - the notorious drug lord Tommy Mallon - hellbent on revenge, the three women are forced to go on the run. Soon they find themselves caught up in an explosive struggle for money and power. A new life awaits - but only if they can outrun the one they've left behind . . . Praise for Anna Smith's Kerry Casey series'Martina Cole fans will love this' Daily Mirror'Will keep you reading into the wee small hours' The Sunday Post'Gritty, hard-edged, not for the faint-hearted' Sunday Mirror
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The Hunters Club
If you're not with them you're against them.Oxford, 1883. Young men are being found bound, gagged and hooded at the gates of their colleges in the small hours. Basil Rice, Jesus College fellow, is asked by the senior proctor to investigate. But matters of sexual purity are dangerous, as it lays Basil open to unwelcome scrutiny of his own private life. Meanwhile, the University Vice Chancellor's Court has wrongly imprisoned a young shopgirl from the town, and she seeks the services of young academic and budding journalist, Non Vaughan, to clear her name. The uncovering by Basil of a secret society, The Venatores, and the murder of a student, cause Non and Basil to join forces. But is justice possible in a world so unjust and dangerou? scintillating historical mystery from the author of CWA Historical Dagger shortlisted A Bitter Remedy. Praise for the Oxford Mysteries series'An excellent historical mystery dripping with atmosphere that exposes the chauvinism, misogyny and bigotry of late Victorian England' The Times'Real figures from history rub shoulders with those invented by Hawkins and her inventiveness is prodigal' Financial Times'Fearlessly tackles taboo attitudes of the era, taking aim at misogyny, homophobia, and sexual politics. An excellent addition to the historical mystery canon. Marvellous!' Vaseem Khan'Brilliantly researched, rich in atmosphere and with two likeable and intriguing protagonists at the centre' Philip Gwynne Jones
Governing the Future
A logistics manager in Dubai reroutes ships through an AI-powered trade platform. A policymaker in Riyadh uses an AI-powered model of the national economy to test how fiscal choices affect growth, spending, and debt. A graduate in Astana is turning to an algorithmic jobs accelerator to find her path in global markets. Across economies and institutions, artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of decision-making, governance, and value creation. It marks the dawn of a new economic era that is powered by intelligence, driven by insight, and grounded in inclusion. AI Economics is where this transformation takes shape. It represents the fusion of data, technology, and policy into a living system of governance that anticipates shocks, adapts in real time, and empowers people through knowledge and inclusion. This timely book explores how nations can navigate this transformation through ten defining policy questions that range from redesigning labour markets to rethinking trade, fiscal policy, and institutional trust. Each question translates the promise of artificial intelligence into a practical pathway toward a more resilient, adaptive, and participatory governance, where data becomes foresight and foresight becomes action. AI Economics is not about replacing human judgment. It is about reimagining how intelligence, in all its forms, can serve society with precision and purpose. Provocative, precise and visionary, Governing the Future challenges policymakers, economists and citizens alike to rethink how nations govern in the new age of artificial intelligence.
What's Going Right
In a world where it’s easy to feel like everything is going wrong, world-renowned psychiatrist Paul Conti asks – what’s going right? Despite the increasing availability of mental health resources and freedom of people talking about it, the data around mental health shows a steady decline in happiness. Why are all the metrics heading the wrong way? With his characteristic warmth, optimism and expertise however, Dr Paul Conti wants you to flip the narrative and ask yourself the empowering question: how can we go righ? ased on his Generative Drive framework, and as seen on the wildly popular podcast series on Andrew Huberman’s Huberman Lab, What’s Going Right will guide readers to understanding and assessing their mental health. Also informed by Paul’s own journey and his decades of experience helping patients, this book will provide you with a simple, science-based framework for improving mental health, fortified with practical tools that you can tailor to yourself in the real world. With all Dr. Conti's straightforwardness and sincerity, What’s Going Right is an accessible and inspiring mental health protocol that will empower you to reach your fullest potential – starting with what’s going right.
Luna Loves Sport
By award-winning Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho, the sixth book in the Luna Loves... series celebrates the wonderful world of sport. With her lucky trainers, headband, and water bottle, Luna is ready for her school sports day. Luna doesn’t think she’s very good at sports, but she decides to give everything a go. From football and basketball to swimming and hurdles, Luna and her friend Abiola discover that you don’t need to be the best to enjoy trying new sports . . . can they overcome their doubts together, and even have fun along the wa? ther books in the Luna Loves... series:Luna Loves Library DayLuna Loves ArtLuna Loves DanceLuna Loves ChristmasLuna Loves GardeningLuna Loves Books board book
A Cornish Legacy
Escape to Cornwall this summer with the new emotional and uplifting novel from Sunday Times #1 bestselling author Fern Britton Set by the wild Atlantic coast of Cornwall comes a story about finding home in the most unlikely places. When Cordelia Jago learns she’s been left the crumbling manor house Wilder Hoo, perched high on the Cornish coast, she wonders if it’s one last cruel joke from beyond the grave. Having already lost her marriage, her best friend and her career, she’s at rock-bottom. Now she’s inherited a house she hates, full of unhappy memories. But as she fights with its echoing rooms and whispering shadows, the house begins to exert a pull on her. The wild Cornish landscape, the stark beauty of seagrass and yellow gorse against the deep blue sea, begin to awaken a connection she thought she’d buried forever. Could she turn around this monstrous wreck of a house – and, along the way, let go of the secrets of the past and heal her heart too?
Crime and Punishment
HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics 'Do you understand, sir, do you understand what it means when you have absolutely nowhere to turn?' Rodion Romanovich Raskolnikov – an impoverished student drop-out and amateur philosopher – callously murders a pawnbroker in the slums of St Petersburg. Pursued by the law and his own ravaged conscience, Dostoyevsky’s iconic anti-hero spirals into crisis as the noose tightens, and everything he thought he knew about morality and sin is corrupted by his hideous act of violence. In this psychological masterpiece of good and evil, Dostoyevsky questions what murder does to the soul and whether redemption is possible. One of the great works of world literature, Crime and Punishment is an epic of human nature, guilt and salvation.
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Home
Move the slider mechanism to answer funny questions about the home and lift five flaps to find hidden creatures! It's bedtime in this interactive and playful board book, which places the child at the centre of the action. Each spread is packed with fun and includes an engaging question about the scene. Decide and slide to choose your answer! Inside you’ll discover: Six multiple choice questions explore different rooms in a house. Vibrant, bold and funny illustrations from Susie Hammer will keep little ones entertained and engaged. A multi-sensory reading experience, with a slider and flaps to lift. Spot the Quizzy Bean characters on each spread and lift the flaps to find out who’s hiding. Encourages active engagement and interaction, and helps children to express their knowledge and preferences. Each title in the series explores key Early Years concepts across the questions, for example: shape, colour or size. From Rebecca Atkinson – best known for pre-school series Mixmups, which airs on Channel 5's Milkshake! – and Susie Hammer, this entertaining series is perfect to develop children's understanding of the world around them, learn to express choices, play and enjoy reading! Other titles in the series include: Ask Me About: Farm, Bedtime, Busy Wheels.
It's OK to Be Quiet!
Empower quiet kids with this fun, beautifully illustrated picture book that celebrates introverts, builds confidence, and teaches the value of empathy, observation, and teamwork—perfect for social-emotional learning at home or in the classroom.Everyone thinks Theo is cool. He''s so funny and incredibly witty. Next to him, quiet Jonah feels almost invisible.Nala is also a bit quieter, and Jonah ignores her, which bothers her.But when Theo gets into trouble, Jonah and Nala jump to his aid, because while they may be quiet, they''re not anxious or afraid to help! With empathy and their keen eye and quiet observation, they can help Theo. Because one thing is certain: We need everyone—the loud ones and the quiet ones!.Written by children''s emotion expert Dagmar Geisler, this gentle, insightful story celebrates the quiet power of introverted children. Thoughtfully crafted with warmth and understanding, this beautifully illustrated book reassures young readers that being introverted is not something to "fix"—it’s something to embrace. The story highlights how introverted kids often observe, reflect, and listen deeply—traits that are just as valuable as being outgoing—and helps them develop empathy, confidence, and self-acceptance. It also underscores the power of teamwork, showing how different personality types complement each other in school and everyday life.With practical information and an interactive questionnaire that encourages meaningful conversations, this fun and educational book offers an ideal starting point for parents and educators and helps to empower and support introverted children. It''s perfect for classrooms, family reading, or social-emotional learning settings.With rich, full-color illustrations and a supportive message, Quiet Kids Are Strong Kids, Too! empowers children to understand and celebrate who they are—quietly strong, wonderfully unique, and absolutely enough.
My Octopus Arms
From the creator of the New York Times bestselling LMNO Peas comes My Octopus Arms, now available as a brightly illustrated board book featuring an octopus who leads little ones through a fun underwater adventure. Octopus has eight arms! What can they do? So many things— let him show you! With his eight arms, Keith Baker’s octopus can do just about anything, from untangling knots to playing sports. And most importantly, this friendly octopus can use his arms to pull his friends in for a hug!
Red, Red Robin
'Joins the very front rank of memoirs of post-war Britain' DAVID KYNASTON'A winning blend of personal memories, evoked with startling clarity, and fascinating social history' CLARE CHAMBERSIn Red, Red Robin, Alison Light puts herself into history, conjuring her girlhood from the 1950s to the 1970s, growing up in an extended family in Portsmouth, a blitzed city with its collective memory of war. Drawing on the souvenirs of her childhood - from her doll's house to her infant and teenage diaries, her comics and schoolbooks - she uses her own story to tell a richly-textured social history of post-war England: its popular culture and music, its language and humour. Warm, witty and often moving, Light recalls the all-singing, all-dancing little girl who becomes a grammar-school snob; the street kid turned fashion-conscious teenager, searching for the ideal boy, navigating a rapidly modernising world and a family life equally transformed. Going to university, she asks: what does it mean to leave home - and do we ever truly leav? eautifully crafted and deeply pleasurable, Red, Red Robin is an exploration of the making of an English girl and of her sense of self. It asks whether we can retain a strong attachment to our place of origin - honouring our histories and beliefs - while resisting both nostalgia and disavowal. In this lyrical, analytical and politically astute memoir, one of our most compelling writers evokes a child's eye view of the past through the lens of her adult reflections, querying too how we document that past and the nature of memory itself.
For the Love of Willie
One of the List's Best Scottish Books of All TimePeggy is sixteen, ambitious and wants to get a job to help her rise above her current predicament. Soon, she is employed at Willie Roper’s corner shop. But before long, her situation goes from bad to worse as she falls in love with her married, older employer. Looking back to her misspent youth, Peggy, now in a psychiatric hospital, is turning her teenage exploits into a romance novel and is trying to get her bedfellow, the duchess, to read the manuscript – but she would rather read a Mills and Boon. As we read both sides of the tale, we learn about the fate of young Peggy and how she came to be in the duchess's company; the novel culminates in a surprising narrative punch. 'A book that remains both shocking and quietly revolutionary' – Heather Parry'Agnes Owens' hallmarks have been a frank irony, a deadpan gothic quality and a down-to-earth insistence on the surreality of most people’s normality' – Ali SmithPublished to celebrate Agnes Owens' centenary year in 2026.
Danger at Crater Canyon (Croaky Book 5): Leap into this new action-packed series from the creator of Super Happy Magic Forest.
Froggy, Fearless, and Ready for Adventure! Leap into this full-colour chapter book series from Super Happy Magic Forest creator Matty Long-perfect for readers who love funny stories! Croaky Hopper isn't like other little frogs. He dreams of hopping across crocodile-infested waters, not sitting on a lilypad in a pond! So when his Aunt Lilly signs him up for the Woggle Scouts, he expects to spend his time crafting and selling cookies, but he soon discovers there's much more in store . . . In Danger at Crater Canyon, Croaky and his friends are off to investigate a UFO! When faced with baking desert heat, rickety rope bridges, and mysterious UFOs flying about . . . will they get to the bottom of the mystery? And are there really such things as aliens? With full-colour artwork on every page, Croaky is sure to delight fans of Jamie Smart and Dav Pilkey.
My Body is a Meadow
'Urgent and beautiful, this book shows how our treatment of disability mirrors our treatment of nature. Essential reading' - Katherine May, author of Wintering'Enlightening, energetic, challenging and essential ... this book should be required reading for everyone' - Katriona O'Sullivan, author of Poor and Hungry Since childhood, Bethany Handley has always felt most at home out in the wilds of the Welsh countryside. This all changed when Bethany became a full-time wheelchair user in her twenties and suddenly found herself padlocked out of the landscapes she belonged to. Today, nearly one in four people are Disabled in the UK. Yet, public rights of way are blocked in 32,000 places across England and Wales. My Body is a Meadow writes into this troubling landscape, delivering a galvanising call for us to rethink how we live among nature and each other. Join Bethany as she wheels through the British countryside exploring ableism, climate justice and what nature means to her. On this journey we discover the feral boar of the Forest of Dean; how the metal and rubber of a wheelchair can become just as much a part of your body as skin and bone; why swifts rarely land and how maps tell a story of exclusion. Exploring how land ownership, privatised healthcare, biodiversity loss and social marginalisation intertwine, Bethany shows why we must learn from nature's model of shared survival - and urges us to work together to make it open for all. 'A passionate call for an inclusive countryside - nature for all and all for nature' - Jack Cornish, author of The Lost Paths'A change making book' - Sally Huband, author of Sea Bean'A stunning exploration of longing for freedom, finding a home in your body and walking your own path in life' - Pippa Stacey, author of How to Do Life with a Chronic Illness
