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SOME PROMISES SHOULD NEVER BE MADE...''With King Sorrow, Joe Hill gloriously resurrects the doorstop horror blockbuster for a startling new century.'' ALAN MOORE''A soaring epic and painfully intimate. It''s humane and hideous. You won''t be able to stop burning through the pages'' PAUL TREMBLAY''Epic! KING SORROW is Hill''s best and most ambitious work to date'' LINWOOD BARCLAYBookish dreamer Arthur Oakes is a student at Rackham College, Maine, renowned for its frosty winters and beautiful buildings.But his idyll - and burgeoning romance with Gwen Underfoot - is shattered when local drug dealers force him into a terrible crime: stealing rare and valuable books from the exceptional college library.Trapped and desperate, Arthur turns to his closest friends for help: the wealthy, irrepressible Colin Wren; brave, beautiful Allison Shiner; the battling twins Donna and Donovan McBride; and brainy, bold Gwen. Together they dream up an impossible, fantastical scheme that they scarcely imagine will work: to summon the fabled dragon King Sorrow to kill those tormenting Arthur.But the six stumble backwards into a deadly bargain - they soon learn they must choose a new sacrifice for King Sorrow each year or one of them will become his next victim. Unleashing consequences they can neither predict nor control, this promise will, over the course of four decades, shape and endanger their lives in ways they could never expect.''A brilliantly Faustian fable with a heart as huge as a dragon''s, and a stinging twist in its tail. I devoured it.'' RUTH WARE''When they talk about "natural born storytellers," it''s Joe Hill they''re talking about'' JOHN SCALZI''A monster of a book...a vast, brimstoned, relentless zinger'' NICK HARKAWAYPraise for Sunday Times bestseller Joe Hill:''Fantastically compelling'' THE OBSERVER''Clever, gripping and packs a hell of a punch'' JOANNE HARRIS''Character-driven stories that enthral and thrill'' DAILY MAIL''Original and gripping'' GEORGE R. R. MARTIN

Experience the greatest races in F1 history with this official, lavishly illustrated Formula 1 book Spanning more than 70 years of incredible grand prix action, Formula 1: The Greatest Races delves into the adrenaline-fuelled narratives of 40 iconic races that have shaped the world''s most popular motorsport.From tense, personal duels that have decided championships to incredible comebacks against the odds and superhuman feats of driving in extreme conditions, each chapter showcases a legendary grand prix with insightful prose and captivating photography.Relive the unforgettable battles between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher and Damon Hill, and many more in this essential, officially licensed companion for F1 fans.

In this poignant, funny, and illuminating essay collection from the hosts of the Podcrushed podcast, Penn Badgley, Sophie Ansari, and Nava Kavelin tackle stories from adolescence and beyond, exploring what it means to come of age at every stage of our lives.In their debut essay collection, Penn Badgley, Sophie Ansari, and Nava Kavelin flip the script on their hit Podcrushed podcast--which features guests'' stories about their formative teenage experiences--to share their own stories of heartbreak, anxiety, and self-discovery for the first time.From first crushes to first jealousies, from dreams realized to dreams deferred, Crushmore dives into the simultaneous awkwardness and joy of growing up. With humour, compassion, and insight, Penn, Sophie, and Nava unravel the ups and downs of their own coming of age, and highlight how we can find healing--and even inspiration--from our awkward adolescent selves long after we thought we left them behind.

At last, here is the ultimate celebration of the nation''s beloved sitcom from its legendary creator, John Cleese. Enjoy the behind-the-scenes magic, with stunning on-set photographs from the archives ... and a laugh a page! Duck surprise. The car that wouldn''t start. The psychiatrists. Those builders... Fifty years ago Fawlty Towers hit British TV screens for the first time, becoming an instant classic. Now for the first time John Cleese tells his stories from behind the scenes of his favourite moments. From writing scripts that were so carefully planned they were double the length of similar shows'', to casting, lighting, how the show was almost cancelled before it started, and other production shenanigans, these are your favourite moments from Fawlty Towers as you''ve never seen them before. Exploring the how and why of creating classic comedy, there is a laugh on every page, and a dose of nostalgia for vintage TV fans. With gorgeous commissioned illustration and archival imagery, the book revisits such iconic scenes as Basil thrashing his car, a rat appearing in a box of cheese biscuits, and Basil goose-stepping across the dining room to an audience of horrified guests.Written by and starring Cleese and his then-wife Connie Booth, the first series of Fawlty Towers aired in 1975, with a second series broadcast in 1979. It featured Cleese as the irascible hotel manager Basil Fawlty, Prunella Scales as his sybaritic wife Sybil, Andrew Sachs as the hapless waiter Manuel, and Booth as Polly, an efficient waitress and art student. It won three BAFTAS and, despite having only 12 episodes in total, continues to be regularly voted the best sit-com in British history.

Escape with the BRAND-NEW unmissable festive holiday romance, perfect for fans of The Holidate and Anyone But You.Christmas with your ex and his family in a cosy cottage in the snowy Scottish Highlands?It''s the last place Mel imagined spending the holidays.But when her ex-boyfriend Finn shows up on her doorstep, only months after inexplicably dumping her at his sister''s engagement party, asking her to pretend to his family they''re back together, she agrees - on one condition. Mel can publicly dump Finn at the end of the week and show him just how it feels.But with Finn''s mother set on making this Christmas picture-perfect, can Mel and Finn keep up the act without falling back into old feelings? As their white lie snowballs out of control, and the ice between them starts to thaw, Mel must decide if she really wants their romance to be just for the season - or something more...? Fake dating? Second chance romance? Christmas romance? Exes to lovers? Family meddlingYour favourite authors love Emily Stone...''Romantic and full of warmth'' SARAH MORGAN''A gorgeous, festive, romantic read. Highly recommend!'' SOPHIE COUSENS''A life-affirming story that will wrap around you like a hug in any season'' JOSIE SILVER''Tender and gorgeously romantic. I LOVED it!'' CATHY BRAMLEY''Page-turning... A must-read'' SUE MOORCROFT

Ready to spice up your comedy game? This tiny tome is the ultimate collection of rude jokes that''ll have you and your friends rolling on the floor with laughter and maybe blushing a little, too!This pocket-sized compendium is your backstage pass to the world of cheeky humour, filled with outrageous punchlines and wickedly funny one-liners that push the boundaries of traditional comedy. From witty observations to playful innuendos, every page is packed with jokes that are perfect for parties, gatherings or just a good old laugh when you need it most.Whether you''re a comedy connoisseur or just looking to lighten the mood, this book is a treasure trove of hilarity that guarantees to tickle your funny bone. So kick off your shoes, gather your friends and get ready to unleash a wave of laughter that''s as bold and irreverent as it gets - because life''s too short not to laugh a little dirty!SAMPLE CONTENT:What''s the difference between a snowman and a snow woman?Snowballs.How many flies does it take to screw in a lightbulb? Just two. But you have to wonder how they got in there.Why did the ghost go to rehab?He was addicted to boos.Did you hear about the two bald guys who put their heads together?They made an ass out of themselves!Did you hear about the man who got his fingers caught in a bra?It was a booby trap.

Step into the irreverent world of South Park, where no topic is off-limits and every episode is a wild ride of laughter and social commentary with this ultimate guide to the show that has been pushing boundaries and redefining comedy since 1997.Inside this book, you''ll find a treasure trove of unforgettable quotes from Stan, Kyle, Cartman and Kenny, alongside some mind-blowing facts that will make you say, "What the hell?!" and fascinating behind-the-scenes that reveal the genius behind the show. From their outrageous antics to their sharp critiques of society, South Park has become a cultural phenomenon that resonates with fans of all ages. Discover how creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone transformed their humble beginnings into a groundbreaking series with over 300 episodes, multiple Emmy Awards and a devoted fanbase that keeps growing. With insights into the making of iconic moments and the show''s fearless approach to tackling current events, this book is perfect for die-hard fans and newcomers alike.Whether you''re looking for a laugh or a deeper understanding of the satirical brilliance that is South Park, The Little Guide to South Park is your front-row seat to all the outrageous fun. Get ready to relive the laughter and explore the chaos of South Park - because in this town, anything goes!

Speed, skill and a whole lot of personality - Lando Norris is more than just a Formula 1 driver; he''s a rising legend. From his record-breaking junior career to becoming McLaren''s fan-favorite star, Lando has captured the hearts of racing enthusiasts worldwide with his raw talent, humour and fearless attitude on the track. Norris has rapidly ascended the ranks of Formula 1, becoming a standout talent since his debut with McLaren in 2019. By 2024, he secured his first Grand Prix victory at the Miami Grand Prix, followed by wins in the Netherlands, Singapore, and Abu Dhabi totaling four career victories. Beyond his race wins, Norris has achieved 25 podium finishes and six pole positions, highlighting his consistent performance and skill.This book is a celebration of everything Lando - from his most memorable quotes and on-track moments to fascinating facts about his journey to the top. Whether it''s his iconic radio banter, wheel-to-wheel battles or his off-track charisma, this collection dives into what makes Lando one of the most exciting drivers in modern motorsport.Perfect for die-hard F1 fans and newcomers alike, this is your ultimate guide to the life, speed, and legacy of Lando Norris.

????When it comes to love, a Wilder heart might know best . . .??????Cowboy romance??Friends to lovers??Forced proximity??Small town romanceThe new heartwarming, sexy small town cowboy romance by NYT bestseller Maisey Yates!______________________________Perry Bramble has loved best friend Carson Wilder since she was seven years old. He just never seemed to feel the same way. If Perry wants any hope of moving on from her unrequited feelings, then she''s got to shake things up!Inspired by the diary of an ancestor who left everything behind to become a mail order bride, Perry stuns Carson with a decision: She''s moving to another city to expand her florist business... and to find love.Cowboy Carson always knew he wasn''t good enough for Perry. Their friendship was too important to risk messing up. When he lost his wife, Perry became his rock, and he just can''t imagine life without her... but he might have to.He hates the idea of her moving away, but he''ll do anything to make Perry happy. Even let her move into his ranch house while her place gets fixed up for sale.Carson and Perry are heading towards something that could be a disaster or their salvation. . . But can he finally gather the courage to be true to his wild heart before it''s too late?______________________________Praise for Maisey Yates:"What a fantastic, original take on the wild west, and such a wonderful look at what makes us who we are. An absolutely wonderful, unputdownable story, with characters that grow right into your heart." - Lori Foster, New York Times bestselling author on Rustler Mountain"Saddle up for a fabulous ride through the captivating landscape of Rustler Mountain by Maisey Yates. With her trademark charm and wit, Yates delivers a heartwarming tale that will leave readers breathless and longing for more." -RaeAnne Thayne, New York Times bestselling author"An enchanting and romantic modern western. You won''t want to leave Rustler Mountain." - Kat Martin, New York Times bestselling author

Do you say ''yes'' when you mean ''no''? Do you end up in lopsided relationships, feeling resentful but not sure how to speak up? Do you feel disconnected from your emotions and your body - like you''re living from the neck up? Do you feel anxious, struggle with perfectionism, decision making, and imposter syndrome, or feel like you''ve lost touch with your true self? You''re not alone. Thousands of people, especially those of us socialized as women, struggle with Emotional Outsourcing - a term nurse practitioner and life coach Beatriz VictoriaAlbina coined to describe the codependent, people-pleasing, perfectionist habits that keep us stuck.In End Emotional Outsourcing, Albina explores the origins - both personal and systemic - of these codependent habits and repairs harmful behaviours through a nervous-system-focused, science-backed-programme of thought work and somatic practises. -Regulate their nervous systems-Reframe their habitual thoughts and actions-Take back their time and energy-Improve relationships with parents, friends, partners and themselves-Discover their inherent self-worth and lovabilityGroundbreaking, healing and urgent, End Emotional Outsourcing is poised to change the conversation about codependency and help an entire generation of women step into their power.

A baby stolen. A young woman locked away. Can the truth set them free?The gripping and powerful new novel from the global bestselling author is a tense and moving story of cruel separation, betrayal and the triumph of love.1983. Pregnant teenager Felicity finds support from the caring, courageous protestors at the women''s peace camp at Greenham Common. But when she''s arrested and thrown into the cells, her worst nightmare comes true: she goes into labour and her baby is swiftly taken away from her.2024. Locked away for manslaughter, Emma is haunted by the night where her carelessness caused her adopted father to die in a fire. With her adopted mother unable to forgive her, Emma is completely alone in the world - so when her new cell mate Amanda shows her kindness, Emma doesn''t think twice about sharing all her secrets... but who can Emma really trust?Meanwhile, Adele steps into a nightmare when her daughter doesn''t make it home from school. When Detective Constable Rachel Rees arrives at the family home and starts to ask questions, she begins to unearth a buried history that spans generations.Three women; three heartbreaking secrets. As the race to find a missing child pulls on the threads of their lives, will they finally unravel the truth that binds them together?Your favourite authors are gripped by Emily Gunnis''s pulse-pounding novels:''Compelling, twisty, heart-wrenching... A novel that stays with you. I was gripped'' Sophie Kinsella''Utterly gripping, taut and powerful. An emotionally charged, compulsive, moving novel Adele Parks''Fast paced, brilliantly plotted and desperately sad at times - all hallmarks of a bestseller'' Lesley Pearse''A truly brilliant and moving read. I loved it'' Karen Hamilton''I really loved it! Tense, emotionally charged'' Jenny Ashcroft''Captivating and suspenseful'' Jessica Fellowes

''A beautifully written novel imbued with empathy, spirits and magic'' Scottish Daily MailSpring, 1985. Twelve year old Phoebe MacDonald''s world is falling apart.She has just buried her parents, a fire at their family home claiming both in a freak accident. Now she must leave Scotland, the only place she has ever known, and go to live with her uncle Louis and aunt Maude in their home in the Welsh woods.As spring turns to summer, Phoebe falls slowly into the rhythm of life with her eccentric guardians in their curious home. But there is no one her age in the nearby village, and she is lonely until she meets a strange girl, Gwyneth, who wanders the surrounding forest barefoot and alone. Outsiders both, the two girls form a strong bond, though nobody else seems to believe that Gwyneth is real. Phoebe knows better, and soon with her new friend''s help, she begins to see the woods for what they truly are - a place of magic and wonder, where the line between life and death is blurred. Where spirits roam and secrets fester.Something happened here, a lifetime ago. A wrong that yearns to be put right. The answer is within Phoebe''s grasp, but will revealing it put her in grave danger? For the woods hold a dark truth, and some will do anything to keep it in the shadows.

''Atmospheric, intricate and authentic'' ERIN KELLY''Utterly immersive and completely compelling . . . A dazzling debut'' D. V. BISHOP''An unusual and enjoyable crime story'' SUNDAY TIMES***DARKNESS LIES IN THE SHADOWS OF VICTORIAN LONDONOpium, treachery, murder . . .Pearl Fitzgerald arrives in Limehouse - London''s very ­first Chinatown - to settle her late father''s affairs and claim her inheritance. But when she unwittingly ­finds herself at the scene of a murder, her plans are thrown off course. Even more so by the alluring Mei, sister to the dead man. Utterly infatuated, Pearl promises Mei that she will bring her brother''s killer to justice, and she dives into the East End''s criminal underworld.But in the city of smoke and silk, where cultures clash and the hangman''s noose is always waiting, the truth comes at a cost. With each step of the investigation Pearl risks her livelihood, her relationship with Mei, and her life. Because the killer will strike again, and they''re already hunting for the next victim . . .Opium smuggling, murder and unexpected romance meet in this historical thriller for fans of Leonora Nattrass, Laura Shepherd-Robinson and Sarah Waters.''A tale that brings a lost world vividly back to life'' NEIL BARTLETT''Keating''s delicious debut guides us through the little-known world of Victorian London''s Chinese community in working-class Limehouse'' STELLA DUFFY

'An epic quest - in which the journey is at least as entertaining as the end result' - Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds That Changed the World'Humorous, touching and refreshingly unsentimental' - Colin Thubron, author of Shadow of the Silk Road'Highly entertaining and gloriously obsessional' - Philip Hoare, author of Leviathan'A wise, rude, hilarious and oddly moving account' - Ed Caesar, author of The Moth and the Mountain~ ~ ~The problem started, as problems often do, with a penguin. From Kings and Emperors to Macaronis and Rockhoppers, penguins are one of the most immediately recognisable animals on Earth. Yet for all that familiarity, what do we really know about them? An Inconvenience of Penguins follows award-winning travel writer Jamie Lafferty as he visits all eighteen species in a bid to understand the birds and their extraordinarily varied habitats a little better. On voyages to some of the planet's most inaccessible and challenging landscapes, he recounts the history of our unique relationship with the world's most popular bird, telling not only the stories of the penguins, but also the people and places around them. From getting stranded in the Galapagos and marching through African guano fields to leading photography groups in the Antarctic and taking psychedelics on the Falklands, this is a birding quest like no other. Along the way, Lafferty relives the experiences of early polar explorers, for whom penguins were perplexing mysteries, welcome companions and even occasional meals, and meets the modern penguin lovers trying to save their fragile environments. Featuring cameos from a wide cast of characters including Ernest Shackleton, Charles Darwin and Sir Francis Drake, as well as beautiful photographs of each penguin species, An Inconvenience of Penguins is part love-letter to and part biography of these remarkable creatures.

''A tour-de-force survey of how birds live their lives - with all the drama, surprise, humour, sadness and amazement of any human soap-opera'' - Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds That Changed the World''Utterly fascinating . . . Strassmann is the perfect guide to this world: an author as much fascinated by the science and research as she is motivated by the sheer joy and wonder of the birds themselves'' - James Macdonald Lockhart, author of RaptorIn The Social Lives of Birds, evolutionary biologist Joan Strassmann examines what it means for birds of a feather to flock together. Some birds sleep together. Some join the foraging groups of other species. Some are only social during the breeding season, forming nesting colonies in trees, cliffs, and sandbanks. Some are altruistic, helping to rear young that are not their own. Some males perform mating dances together.Strassmann explains how flocks provide safety in numbers, roosts offer warmth and shelter, and colonies allow for protected breeding. But group behavior is not without its costs-including increased competition, infidelities, tick infestations, and more. Strassmann exposes the conflicts birds face and the many ways in which they resolve these conflicts. With stories of birds from around the world-from broad-winged hawks that migrate south together in the fall, tree swallows that roost together in the thousands, and tropical anis that nest in communes-The Social Lives of Birds explores the different kinds of bird groups and what to look for when watching them. Above all, it reveals that solitary life, it seems, is not for the birds.''Delightful and informative'' - Lee Dugatkin, author of How to Tame a Fox (and Build a Dog)

SHORTLISTED FOR FOOTBALL BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE SPORTS BOOK AWARDS 2025LONGLISTED FOR THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDA New Statesman Book of the YearA Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year"A hilarious examination of the football commentary language we all understand but don''t know why" WHSBOTY 2024 Reading PanelThe long-awaited follow-up to Football Clichés, Adam Hurrey''s cult classic about the language of football."So enjoyable ... fascinating and deliciously nerdy." FourFourTwo"Adam Hurrey is the best observer of football culture in the world. He has a knack for either encapsulating something that''s always nagged at you or nailing something you can''t believe you haven''t noticed before." Elis James"The funniest, smartest book on the language of football. It sends out a message, silences the doubters and lets its football do the talking ... a Rolls-Royce of a book." David Goldblatt***Does language evolve? Yes, it does.Will it ever be acceptable for a football commentator to call a shot that bounces before it goes in ''a screamer''? No, it will not.As the self-appointed world expert on the subject, Adam Hurrey sets off to define the definitive rules of the language of football.He will answer the big questions such as: is it acceptable to say a player is ''breaking their silence'' (it''s complicated), can headers can be ''lashed'' (anatomically impossible), whether a penalty shootout could ever be described as ''late drama'' (truly abhorrent), how many games constitute a ''bumper'' day of Premier League action (minimum of eight) and just how big a deficit constitutes ''a mountain to climb'' (certainly not Liverpool going 1-0 down at home to Wolves in the third minute, Sky Sports).Along the way, Hurrey examines some case studies of how the football media has reached saturation point - the transfer rumour mill, the futile art of big-match previewing, the rise of (and backlash against) football jargon - and how its language has evolved to keep the machine going.Have we let the football lexicon spiral out of control? In finding out, this book will be exactly as gloriously pedantic as it sounds.