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The Village on the Edge of the World
From her childhood in Romania, in a village 'as small as a thimble on the edge of the world', through to life in exile in Germany, Herta Müller's story unspools against the tumultuous history of Romania in the latter half of the twentieth century. Here, the Nobel Prize laureate reflects on cultural history, memory and trauma, and on what it was to live and write during Ceausescu's regime: on the friendships that buckled under the weight of fear and paranoia; on the experience of being surveilled and interrogated; and on the unique blend of fear and tedium borne through life under totalitarianism. The Village on the Edge of the World is a book that chronicles the minutiae of life under both fascism and the Soviet Union, while charting the existential questions posed by these regimes of the twentieth century - and how they remain with us in the twenty-first.
Ultimate Football Heroes Generations: England's Heroes
Discover one hundred of the most memorable moments in England's football history from the No.1 football series - over 3 million copies sold!From Harry Kane's Golden Boot to Beckham's stunning free kick, bestselling author and football expert Tom Palmer picks ONE HUNDRED of the greatest moments in England's football history in this exciting Ultimate Football Heroes collection! This is an endlessly fascinating treasury of stories for fans of all ages. Ultimate Football Heroes is a series of biographies telling the life stories of the biggest and best footballers in the world and their incredible journeys from childhood fan to superstar professional player. Written in fast-paced, action-packed style these books are perfect for all the family to collect and share. Perfect for reluctant readers and all fans of the beautiful game.
The Art of Walking
Walk your way to less stress, better sleep and a happier outlook on life Every day, the average person takes 6,000 steps, covering up to 5 kilometres. But how many of those steps are we truly aware of? The way we walk – physically and mentally – can have a profound impact on every aspect of our lives. From mood and sleep to stress and creativity, the act of walking holds untapped potential for our health and wellbeing. So what happens when we begin to walk with intention? We’re often bombarded with conflicting advice: how long to walk, how many steps to hit, what pace to keep. The Art of Walking sidesteps cookie-cutter advice and instead offers something more personal, lasting and transformative. Blending scientific research with lived experience, the author shares practical tools, strategies and goals for making every step count. Inside, you’ll uncover: Simple practices to bring calm and clarity to your daily stepsScientific insights into how walking affects your brain and moodMindful strategies to reduce anxiety and boost creativityBeautiful illustrations to inspire presence and reflectionWays to connect more deeply with your environment, body and thoughts In a world that rushes us forward, this book invites you to pause, breathe and feel the ground beneath your feet. It's not just about moving – it’s about becoming deeply, joyfully present with every step. Through small, achievable adjustments – to your focus, your rhythm, your environment – The Art of Walking helps you gently reframe a daily habit into a powerful ritual.
The Biggest Breakfast
This warm, utterly delightful new picture book from Richard Jones includes a fun count-along element, shout-along sound words and a jam-packed fold-out page. One day, a child meets a little bird and feeds it some breakfast. The next day, the little bird comes back with two pink-tailed mice, and the next day they are joined by four squirrels and then eight kind-eyed wolves and then sixteen elephants until eventually, one day, there are 247 animals to feed for breakfast! But who, wonders the child, will make breakfast for me?! Turn the pages - and count the creatures! - to find out... Look out for these other gorgeous picture books by Richard Jones:Perdu Little Bear Where Have You Been Little Ca? ith Jim Helmore:The Snow Lion Paper Planes
Room for Us All
The irresistible new picture book from the creators of Mavis the Bravest and Basil Dreams Big shows us that everything's better when no one's left out!Today is Pamela the squirrel's BEST day! She is finally off to The Big Tree to play. Pam can bounce! She can pounce! Yes - she's ready to JOIN IN. But what will Pamela do when the other squirrels say there's NO ROOM for her?!A heartwarming, relatable story that reassures us that there's always a way to make room for us all!Perfect for encouraging conversations about not leaving people outA rhyming text that's a joy to read out loud. Gorgeous, characterful artwork packed with adorable detail. Other books by Lu Fraser and Sarah Warburton: One Camel Called DougMavis the BravestBasil Dreams BigOther books by Lu Fraser and Kate Hindley: The Littlest YakThe Littlest Yak: The New ArrivalThe Littlest Yak: Home is Where the Herd IsThe Busiest Beaver
Tangled Roots
'A winding and wonderful epic story about the earth we inherit' Västerbottens-Kuriren'An unrivalled storyteller' L'AlsaceAn old soldier carves a croft out of the Finnish forest and calls it home, but try as he might to tame the land, its magic endures. For centuries his descendants will work the farm, their fates entangled with the rhythms of the ancient wilderness, where mysterious shapes flit between the trees and danger lurks in the treacherous fen...Like dragonflies darting over the marsh, their lives glimmer briefly and then are gone. But through war, famine and heartbreak, what endures is the wild, and the certainty that wherever we put down roots, the land will grow roots in us too.
My Very First Baking Book
This sweet, giftable baking book introduces little chefs to simple recipes they can execute (mostly) on their own! Written by expert food blogger, Danielle Kartes, this is the first baking book every aspiring chef should own!Family time in the kitchen is special. Celebrate all the joyful moments in the kitchen with your little chef with this adorable keepsake baking book! Adding a baking book is the perfect companion to Danielle''s kids cookbook.This kid-friendly cookbook includes everything you need to create the moments you''ll remember forever:More than 45 fun and simple kid-friendly recipes for breakfast, special occasions, or just an after school snackTips to personalize each recipe to make your time in the kitchen specialConversation starters, ideas for making joyful memories together, and even some silly jokes!Make every day a celebration with My Very First Baking Book!
The Children of Trotter Street: Four Favourite Stories
Take a trip back to Trotter Street in this classic, beautifully illustrated collection of four favourite stories for young readers. This heart-warming collection of four beautifully-illustrated stories follows the activities and experiences of children and their families living in a multicultural urban street. Written and illustrated by one of the world’s best-loved picture book authors and touching on everyday themes in a child's world, these engaging tales are sure to become favourite stories for first readers and their families alike.
An Invitation to Forest Bathing
With this fun, easy-to-use activity deck based on forest bathing, learn to slow down, tap into your senses, and connect to the land around you. Forest bathing isn’t just about being outside—it’s about truly feeling it. Well-being begins with your first steps. This deck provides activities to begin your own practice and transform any natural setting—a sprawling forest, urban green spaces, or your garden—into a sanctuary for your senses. Discover a unique path to peace and presence. Note: Please be mindful of all living beings and respect all land rules. All invitations can be adapted to Leave No Trace guidelines. Contains fifty-two full-color cards to inspire an active connection to nature, created by two certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guides.
The Fall of the House of Montagu
The House of Drogo Montagu is the family name of the Dukes and Earls of Manchester who served the British monarchy for five centuries. But by 1927, when Alexander, the eldest son of the 9th Duke, married an enterprising young Australian woman named Nell Stead, the family was on its knees financially. Faced with war and a legacy of excess and indulgence, 'Mandy' and Nell tried to rescue the family's fortunes and revive a dying estate that included Kimbolton Castle, the home of Catherine of Aragon in her final years. This compulsive account of extravagance and eccentricity shows how one house crumbled through four generations.
The In-Laws
THE NO. 1 BESTSELLERFamily life is enough of a juggle without ... The In-LawsAmanda. Katie. Melanie. Three wildly different women with one big problem – their impossible mother-in-law, Nancy. When an unexpected crisis hits the family business, the sisters-in-law find themselves navigating stormy waters. Amanda is back in town and ready to reclaim her spot at the top. Katie, the feisty outsider, knows she'll never earn Nancy’s approval – and has stopped caring. Melanie, ambitious and savvy, is more than capable of running the business, if only Nancy would loosen her iron grip. Forced to confront messy truths about marriage, motherhood, succession and family loyalty, the three women soon realize their greatest strength might just be each other. The In-Laws is a sharp, funny, and relatable novel about surviving the family you didn’t choose.
Showstopper
Joyous, feel-good, queer romance set in the world of musical theatre. Larger than life Olly is back at the UK’s most prestigious competition for teen performers to prove he has what it takes to be a leading man. After being sabotaged last year, he is determined to stand out ahead of his drama school auditions. Nervous newbie Tarun was nominated after stepping in from the chorus to a leading role. This is his week to explore if his secret hobby could be something more serious. But imposter-syndrome is real, and his dad's derisive comments threaten to derail him. When the two boys are paired together, Olly can’t comprehend being with someone who doesn’t get his niche musical references, whilst Tarun thinks Olly is ‘way too much’. But they soon discover they’ve more in common than the opening number might reveal. Amidst the drama of rehearsals, could two boys be falling in love? A life-affirming read for all those searching for their place and their people.
Inside the Mind of Dennis Nilsen
Dennis Nilsen seemed unremarkable – a quiet civil servant in North London. But behind the closed doors of his Muswell Hill flat, he harboured one of the darkest secrets in British criminal history. Over five years, he murdered at least 15 young men, driven not by rage, but by a desperate need for control – and for company. Inside the Mind of Dennis Nilsen goes beyond the horror of Nilsen’s crimes to uncover the complex psychological forces that shaped them. Through forensic analysis, behavioural profiling and insights from criminologists the book examines this killer’s fractured psyche and reveals how loneliness, repression and identity struggles turned man into monster. Chilling, thought-provoking and deeply human, this is not just a story of murder – it's a study of what happens when the mind turns inward and festers in the dark.
University of Cambridge: Teeny Tiny Science: I See a Tree
A fun, friendly and lyrical picture book about the life cycle of a tree. I see a tree with thousands of leaves, on beautiful branches that are bursting with life . . . From a tiny acorn to a tall oak tree, join two children and their dog on a fantastic journey through the life of a tree. As they burst through the soil, float on falling leaves and spot birds pecking at acorns, young readers will discover how a tree grows in an incredible, ever-changing cycle. Expert text will entertain, inspire and gently educate 3-5 year-oldsCreated in consultation with Dr Sally Lee of the Cambridge University Botanic GardenFeatures breathtaking, collage-style artworkEvery Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along! Don't miss other titles in the series: I See A Cloud and I See A Star
Unicorn Academy: Sticker Scenes
Bring Unicorn Island to life in this magical sticker activity book filled with over 10 sparkly scenes and more than 150 stickers! Add Sophia and her friends to a sleepover in Sapphire dorm, fill Wonderwood Forest with magical creatures, and use your stickers to bring the fun to the Fairy Moon Masquerade Ball - there are lots of magical places to visit at Unicorn Academy! Perfect for keeping Unicorn Riders in training busy for hours. Ride towards your destiny and discover more magical adventures at Unicorn Academy:Unicorn Academy: Legacies and other stories (Illustrated Fiction, 5+) Unicorn Academy: Sophia Meets Her Unicorn (Storybook, 4+)Unicorn Academy: Meet the Unicorn Riders Sticker Activity BookUnicorn Academy: Colouring BookUnicorn Academy: Press Out and Decorate
Mini Murdle Junior: Summer Fun
Solve puzzles and crimes as a MURDLE detective in this Buster McPaws adventureDive into summer with Buster, the greatest ever cat detective, as his relaxing holiday turns into a madcap seaside mystery!Can you help him crack coded notes, connect the dots, solve mazes and catch whodunni? acked with illustrations, word searches and maps, Mini Murdle Junior: Summer Fun will put your puzzling skills to the test!
World Cup Greatest Moments (Ultimate Football Heroes)
Experience the greatest stories ever told as we go through the greatest moments ever in the history of the football World Cup! Featuring the most iconic moments in World Cup history, from Harry Kane winning the Golden Boot in 2018, to Lionel Messi winning his first World Cup trophy, to Pelé's world-shattering World Cup debut, and so much more.
From most incredible players to the most incredible plays, get caught up in what makes the World Cup the most spectacular sporting event for the beautiful game. This World Cup special also features a tournament tracker in the back of the book so you can follow the excitement of this year's competition.
Disney Stitch Glow in the Dark Ultimate Sticker Book
Join Stitch and friends in this vibrant glow-in-the-dark sticker book, filled with pictures and facts about fan-favourite characters, along with over 100 glow-in-the-dark stickers to use in the book – or wherever you like!
Enjoy some glow-in-the-dark sticker fun with Disney’s Stitch:
• MORE THAN 100 STICKERS: Perfect for decorating bags, pencil cases, and other belongings
• FULL OF IMAGES, FUN FACTS, & ACTIVITIES: Flip through pages featuring plenty of sticker-filled activities, lively images, and fact-packed information about Stitch and friends
• A UNIQUE DISNEY STICKER BOOK FOR KIDS: Perfect for young Disney fans and gift buyers looking for delightful Disney gifts for kids
With the Disney Stitch Glow in the Dark Ultimate Sticker Book, kids can have a blast with Stitch facts, artwork, and plenty of glow-in-the-dark stickers.
The Miniverse
What would everything look like if you shrank to the size of an ant?
Miniverse takes you on a mind-boggling journey into the world of the teeny tiny. Discover how zips, paper, ballpoint pens, and velcro work by seeing them enlarged hundreds of times. Watch dust mites clambering through the jungle of fibres in a carpet and eyelash mites burrowing into the roots of human hairs. See how toxic venom squirts from the stings of hornets and nettles.
Miniverse reveals a hidden realm of unexpected beauty and complexity, from the intricate geometry of pollen grains to the mosaic of skin flakes that covers the human body.
Prepare to be wowed by the miniverse – a world that's all around you but that you've never seen before.
