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<p><i>'Water will come and you think it will be soft. You think it will be smooth and find its way around your things: your houses and cars and furniture, your gardens and windows and hope. But water can be the foot of an elephant, the horns of a moose, a herd of buffalo running from a lion, water can be the kauri falling in the forest, a two-tonne truck, a whole stadium filled with 50,000 people, screaming . . . Water is life, and water can be death.'</i><br><br>Three women give birth in different countries and different decades. In the near future, they become<br>neighbours in a coastal town in Aotearoa, New Zealand. <br><br>Single parent Keri has her hands full with four-year-old Walty and teen Wairere, a strange and gifted child who is drawn to the waters of the indigenous wetlands. New to the street is Sera and her family, who are refugees from ecological devastation in Europe and living next door is Janet, an older white woman with an opinion about everything.<br><br>When Janet's adult son Conor unexpectedly arrives home sporting a fresh buzzcut and a disturbing tattoo, no one suspects just how extreme the young man has become - no one except Wairere who can feel both the danger, and the swamp beneath their street, watching and waiting.<br><br>FINALIST OF THE OCKHAM NEW ZEALAND BOOK AWARDS 2025</p>

<p><b>THE BRAND NEW 2025 NOVEL FROM THE MASTER OF THE RACING THRILLER.</b><br><br>Imogen Duffy is a young Irish jockey, whose fledgling career is given a huge boost when she wins a prestigious horse race at the Cheltenham Steeplechasing Festival. But all is not well in her life. She has a violent and controlling boyfriend, also a jockey, and he becomes increasingly jealous of her success. As a result, she tries to break off their relationship, but he won't take 'no' for an answer. He attacks her, and claims that he'd rather kill her than allow her to leave him.<br><br>Imogen flees her home in Ireland, coming to England to get away from him, and to continue her riding career at a racing stable in Lambourn, where she finds increasing success. But the abusive boyfriend follows her across the Irish Sea, stalks her, steals from her, attacks her again, and then tries to ruin both her career and her reputation.<br><br>Imogen's desperate father turns to Sid Halley for help, and Sid reluctantly agrees to investigate, but then finds that he is also being stalked and threatened. Can Sid find out what the hell is going on, and before it is too late?<br><br><b><u>PRAISE FOR FELIX FRANCIS:</u></b><br><br>'Felix Francis' novels gallop along splendidly' - <b>JILLY COOPER</b><br><br>'From winning post to top of the bestseller lists' - <b><i>SUNDAY TIMES</i></b><br><br>'The master of suspense and intrigue' - <b><i>COUNTRY LIFE</i></b><br><br>'A story of skulduggery, conspiracy and dodgy dealings' - <i><b>YORKSHIRE TIMES</b></i><br><br>'A gripping tale' - <b><i>DAILY EXPRESS</i></b><br><br>'The pages fly by' - <b><i>HORSE & HOUND</i></b></p>

<p>'A fast-paced and frightening debut that explores the nightmares of new motherhood, with plenty of twists and scares' <b>Rachel Harrison, author of <i>Black Sheep</i></b><br> <b><br>A new mother in need of help opens her door to her long-estranged mother, only to invite something much darker inside, in this 'fast-paced and frightening debut' (Rachel Harrison) about the long shadows cast by family secrets, perfect for readers of Grady Hendrix or Ashley Audrain.</b><br><br>Flora is a new mum enamored of her baby girl, Iris, even if she arrived a few weeks early. With her husband on deployment, Flora navigates the newborn stage alone. But as the sleepless nights pass in the loneliness of their half-empty home, the edges of her reality begin to blur.<br><br>Just as Flora becomes convinced she is losing her mind, a surprising guest shows up to help: Flora's own mother, to whom she hasn't spoken in years. Can they mend their fraught relationship? Or is there more Flora's mother isn't telling her about the events that led to their estrangement?<br><br>As stranger and scarier events unfold, Flora begins to suspect the house is not as empty as she once thought. Is her hold on reality slipping dangerously away? Or is she, in fact, the only thing standing between a terrifying visitor and her baby?<br><br>'A truly terrifying exploration of maternal instinct, mental health and the complex bonds between mothers and daughters. Jacquie Walters is a horror writer to watch' <b>Robyn Harding, author of </b><i><b>The Drowning Woman</b></i><br><br>'A corrosive cocktail of domestic dread and parental paranoia, <i>Dearest </i>will turn your stomach and scare you senseless' <b>Daniel Kraus, <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>Whalefall</i></b><br><br>'A raw and challenging rumination on motherhood and inherited trauma. Compassionate and compelling, Walters is a talent to watch' <b>Sarah Langan, bestselling author of <i>Good Neighbors </i>and <i>A Better World</i></b><br><br>'Shockingly original and genuinely disturbing, this brilliant horror novel will hit way too close to home for millions of women' <b>Kirsten Miller, author of <i>The Change</i></b><br><br>'An unflinching, cinematic thrill ride that examines the darkest fears inherent to motherhood . . . then lights them on fire. This perfectly plotted debut delivers again and again with a tense, claustrophobic start and genuinely terrifying final act' <b>Anne Heltzel, author of <i>Just Like Mother</i></b><br><br>'<i>Dearest</i> by Jacquie Walters is one of the most exquisitely terrifying books I've ever read. Exceptionally written, this stunning thriller/horror explores the darkest parts of motherhood--whether we are good enough, capable enough to ensure our children survive and thrive. With mind-blowing twists, supernatural sensations, and a raw, unflinching exploration of postpartum, <i>Dearest</i> altered my psyche and skewered my soul' <b>Samantha M. Bailey, bestselling author of<i> A Friend in the Dark </i></b></p>

'Water will come and you think it will be soft. You think it will be smooth and find its way around your things: your houses and cars and furniture, your gardens and windows and hope. But water can be the foot of an elephant, the horns of a moose, a herd of buffalo running from a lion, water can be the kauri falling in the forest, a two-tonne truck, a whole stadium filled with 50,000 people, screaming . . . Water is life, and water can be death.' Three women give birth in different countries and different decades. In the near future, they become neighbours in a coastal town in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Single parent Keri has her hands full with four-year-old Walty and teen Wairere, a strange and gifted child who is drawn to the waters of the indigenous wetlands. New to the street is Sera and her family, who are refugees from ecological devastation in Europe and living next door is Janet, an older white woman with an opinion about everything. When Janet's adult son Conor unexpectedly arrives home sporting a fresh buzzcut and a disturbing tattoo, no one suspects just how extreme the young man has become - no one except Wairere who can feel both the danger, and the swamp beneath their street, watching and waiting. FINALIST OF THE OCKHAM NEW ZEALAND BOOK AWARDS 2025 NOMINATED FOR THE 2026 DUBLIN LITERARY AWARD

<p><b>A Rags to Riches novel.</b><br><br><b>The first book in a brand-new historical trilogy from Britain's best-loved saga author.</b><br><br><i>Nuneaton, 1904</i><br><br>Abandoned on the steps of the workhouse shortly after her birth, little Annie never felt the love of a family. When she's taken from the only world she has known to a smart home on Swan Lane, she dares to hope her life might be changing for the better. But hope is fragile. Grieving the loss of her own child, Maggie Lilburn didn't adopt Annie out of kindness - she wants her as a servant, not a daughter.<br><br>Despite Maggie's coldness, Annie finds flickers of warmth elsewhere: in the bond with her adopted brothers and in the quiet kindness of Maggie's husband Levi, the local rag-and-bone man. He sees Annie's potential and takes her under his wing and into his trade. As Maggie crumbles beneath the weight of her sorrow, Annie is determined to hold the fractured family together - and carve out a place of her own.<br><br>Through all of this one question remains for Annie: who were her parents and why did they abandon her at the workhouse all those years ago?<br><br><b><i>The Rag Princess</i> is an emotional tale of resilience, heartbreak and the power of family and the first book in the brand-new Rags to Riches Trilogy from bestselling author, Rosie Goodwin.</b></p>

<p><b>THE MODERN-DAY SURVIVAL BIBLE FROM EX-SPECIAL FORCES SOLDIER AND NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR OLLIE OLLERTON</b><br><br><b>Do you know how to thrive, not just survive?</b><br><b>Can you build a fire? Administer critical first aid?<br>Could you stay alive out in the wilderness? Fend off a wild animal?<br>What about societal collapse, extreme weather or urban warfare?</b><br><br>In <i>How to Survive (Almost) Anything</i>, former Special Forces soldier Ollie Ollerton passes on all the specialist skills, knowledge and mindset learnt over the course of a life that has experienced some of the world's toughest conditions and most hostile situations: whether that's fending off a wild animal at 10 years-old, serving in the elite Special Forces, or mountaineering in the ice-capped Himalayas.<br><br>This essential guide meticulously teaches you how to prepare your instincts, ready your mentality and hone your survival skills so that you have the tools and know-how to survive whatever comes next.</p>

In 2014, Marie Kondo became famous around the world, changed how we live, the relationship we have with the objects around us and taught us how to seek out the joy in our daily lives. Five years later, her Netflix TV show brought her teachings to an even wider audience and introduced to millions her captivating charm and serene presence. And now, another five years have passed and it's time for more surprises and more ground to be broken. From the time Life-Changing Magic first launched and all through the years that followed, the most compelling questions and keenest interest, from media and readers alike all around the globe were grounded in one key reality: Marie Kondo's Japanese perspective. Readers and viewers were fascinated by what they learned of Marie's upbringing, her family, her early professional career and her experiences with Shintoism. So much has changed in the world in the last decade but one constant is that the fascination with Japan is on the rise. The more people learn about Japanese culture the more entranced they become with how Japanese people often combine an ultra-modern lifestyle with a deep respect for ancient customs and traditions on every level. Finally, in Marie Kondo, we have an authentic, world-famous communicator and guide inviting us in, illuminating ancient ways of thinking and how they apply to modern lives around the globe. Letter from Japan is an invitation to explore into customs and traditions, and how these ways of thinking have informed Marie's life and her famous life-changing tidying method.

Curl up with a hot drink and blanket this Christmas with Days at the Torunka Cafe, the cosy, life-affirming, beloved Japanese novel - from the author of international bestseller Days at the Morisaki Bookshop. From the author of the Morisaki Bookshop novels comes a charming and poignant story set at a quiet Tokyo café where customers find unexpected connection and experience everyday miracles. Tucked away on a narrow side street in Tokyo is the Torunka Café, a neighbourhood nook where the passersby are as likely to be local cats as tourists. Its regulars include Chinatsu Yukimura, a mysterious young woman who always leaves behind a napkin folded into the shape of a ballerina; Hiroyuki Numata, a middle-aged man who's returned to the neighbourhood searching for the happy life he once gave up; and Shizuku, the café owner's teenage daughter, who is still coming to terms with her sister's death as she falls in love for the first time. While the Torunka Café serves up a perfect cup of coffee, it provides these sundry souls with nourishment far more lasting. Satoshi Yagisawa brilliantly illuminates the periods in our lives where we feel lost - and how we find our way again.

These stunning posters from Emily Carter's Insectarium are perfect for pinning on your walls. This large-format poster book includes amazing artwork from award-winning illustrator Emily Carter, created in partnership with the Royal Entomological Society. Featuring incredible insects from around the world, marvel at mantises, beautiful butterflies and colourful caterpillars in this stunning collection of prints. The 28 posters are perforated - making them easy to tear out - and double-sided, with the reverse showing a black-and-white, annotated version of the full-colour illustration. This is the perfect gift for any budding entomologist or nature lover.

Too often history focuses on the tales of kings, or those (often men) who were given the credit for shaping our stories. Yet, what fascinates most are the figures who have passed through the cracks of history, people like: - The fourteen-year-old boy who lived undetected in the chimneys of Buckingham Palace - Archie Lee, the re-inventor of Santa Claus - The women at Playtex who helped put the first man on the moon - Unknown war hero Tommy Brown, whose extraordinary bravery helped the code breakers of Bletchley But it's not just forgotten heroes that you'll meet, this compendium also reveals the curious back stories behind everyday objects - the humble fork, the china cup, the real history of tea, and Queen Victoria's underwear - to name but a few. The Stuff of History is a thoughtful, entertaining and carefully curated miscellany of fascinating forgotten histories from Antiques Roadshow stalwart, and popular historian with a huge Instagram following, Steven Moore.

Why doesn't rain fall all at once? Can technology change the track of a hurricane? What's the weather like on other planets? Meteorologists Simon King and Clare Nasir reveal the captivating ways the weather works, from exploring incredible weather phenomenon (how are rainbows formed?), expertly breaking down our knowledge of the elements (could we harness the power of lightning?) to explaining the significance of weather in history (has the weather ever started a war?) and discussing the future of weather (could climate modification save the planet?). In What Does Rain Smell Like? Simon and Clare uncover the thrilling science behind a subject that affects us all. They unearth and analyse all aspects of the weather and how it changes our lives through answering our most curious questions about the world around us.

THE THRILLING THIRD BOOK IN THE HILDUR SERIES As Christmas comes to the west cost of Iceland, a corpse is found in a fish farming pond. Detective Hildur Rúnarsdóttir and trainee Jakob Johanson barely have time to start their investigation before another body is discovered. And soon a third. While investigating the case, Hildur's lost sister weighs heavy on her mind. Meanwhile, Jakob travels to Finland for the hearing of his fraught custody battle, that leaves him facing dire consequences. As the number of deaths continues to grow, Hildur and Jakob are desperate to catch the killer before they strike again. Translated by Kristian London

A stunning visual history of one of the world's most iconic fashion designers. Discover the story of the legendary designer who created one of the world's most understated and iconic fashion brands. Packed with photographs and information covering the brand's entire history, you'll learn how Calvin Klein's journey started with coats, how his line took off and the attention-grabbing adverts that helped increase its reach. Discover how he expanded into fragrance and underwear, how celebrities such as Kate Moss, Jeremy Allen White and Bad Bunny came to model for the brand, and how his minimalist aesthetic became a modern fashion staple. With an exploration of everything from the iconic 90s years to today's attention-grabbing underwear adverts, this is the perfect gift for Calvin Klein lovers everywhere.

Icons of Cinema: Greta Gerwig explores the career of one of the world's most celebrated movie directors. Gerwig's storytelling is legendary, as is her ability to make women feel seen, but it was her directorial work on Barbie that made her a household name. Discover how Gerwig embraced her interest in theatre before turning her attention to Hollywood, explore her mumblecore films, understand why she focuses on key themes such as coming of age and female relationships, and take an in-depth look at her creative process for each major film. Fully illustrated throughout with stunning photographs and movie stills, you'll find a chapter dedicated to each major motion picture. It's time to relive the stories of Lady Bird, Little Women and Barbieand discover what awaits with Gerwig's upcoming Narnia films. Also available in this series: Icons of Cinema: Baz Luhrmann Icons of Cinema: Wes Anderson

Icons of Cinema: Wes Anderson explores the career of one of the world's most eccentric movie directors. Discover what makes a Wes Anderson film, from textures and palettes to compositional tendencies and the people he chooses to collaborate with time and again. Take an in-depth look at his creative process for each major film, the themes he revisits, how his work has developed over four decades - collecting many awards along the way - and examine his influence on contemporary cinema. Fully illustrated throughout with stunning photographs and movie stills, you'll find a chapter dedicated to each major motion picture. It's time to relive the stories of The Royal Tenenbaums, The Darjeeling Limited, Fantastic Mr. Fox, Moonrise Kingdom, The Grand Budapest Hotel, Asteroid City and more! Also available in this series: Icons of Cinema: Baz Luhrmann Icons of Cinema: Greta Gerwig

The Classic Comics series is the authoritative graphic guide to the greatest masterpieces in literary history. The three witches have prophesied that Macbeth will be king, and both he and his wife will stop at nothing to make this prophecy come true! But will he succeed, or will his bloody crimes come back to haunt him? This timeless tragedy is presented as an exciting and vivid graphic novel which remains faithful to Shakespeare's original text. Full-colour artwork brings excitement and atmosphere to this classic tale. Speech bubbles work with the main text to emphasise and enhance the retelling. A running glossary at the foot of each page helps young readers with any challenging vocabulary without disrupting their reading experience.