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''Erudite, ambitious and richly global in scope'' - PETER FRANKOPAN, author of The Silk Roads''This book sets a new standard in economic history'' - TIM HARFORD, author of How To Make the World Add UpTHE UNTOLD STORY OF HOW WOMEN MADE THE WORLD WEALTHYHumanity''s journey from poverty to prosperity is filled with men who have become household names. But how many female entrepreneurs, merchants and industrialists can you name?Economica places women at the centre of the story of economic growth. Starting in the Stone Age and continuing to the present day, it takes the reader through the key economic milestones of the past twelve millennia - from the birth of farming to the advent of computing - all told through the experiences of women as well as men.Historian Victoria Bateman weaves a thrilling, globe-spanning narrative that proves women weren''t ''missing'' from economic life, they were merely hidden from view. We discover the female workers who helped to build the Great Pyramid of Giza, and to plumb the city of ancient Rome; the silk weavers who made a vital contribution to the development of the Silk Road and global trade; the women who dominated London''s brewing trade during medieval times; and the brave twentieth-century pioneers who fought to make our economies not just richer but fairer.Economica rewrites our understanding of women''s role in the economy, and tells a more accurate economic history of us all.''Victoria Bateman''s revelatory and compelling new book puts women at the very heart of mankind''s economic history. Economica should help ensure that''s where they will remain'' - BEN CHU, BBC''A must-read for anyone interested in women''s history and economic justice'' - AMANDA FOREMAN, author of Georgiana and A World on Fire

''A breathtaking book confirming Claire Berest''s inexhaustible talent as a storyteller'' Elle''An astonishing thriller'' LibérationSomething strange is happening in museums across Paris.A white horse appears in the library of the Pompidou Centre. Then stuffed wolves are displayed in a gallery, dressed in fine garments and drinking champagne. The authorities are baffled - particularly when investigations lead to suspended police officer Abel Bac. Since being dismissed for unknown reasons, Abel has been wandering the streets of Paris, haunted by a recurring nightmare and hoping to lose himself in the city.But following Abel leads to Mila, the mysterious artist at the heart of this enigma - and to a hidden darkness rising to the surface of the city. As soon becomes clear, nothing about this chain of events has been a coincidence...Translated by Sophie Lewis.''Terrific! Set in modern Paris, this literary thriller invigoratingly combines questions of identity, shenanigans in the art world, love and murder'' MICHELE ROBERTS''Deliciously unique and unpredictable ... this novel blossoms like a poisonous flower'' Le Journal du Dimanche

''A very special book that I enjoyed enormously'' Cees NooteboomA dazzling ode to life, literature and Paris, the French capital that even in emptiness and desolation will always be magnificent.Soon after Henk Pröpper moves from Amsterdam to Paris, both the world and his heart almost come to a full stop. He undergoes major surgery and awakes in an empty city in lockdown. Paris is transformed into an abandoned stage. To quicken his recovery, Pröpper begins walking. He combs his immediate surroundings, he hunts for the past, discovering countless commemorative plaques and monuments that honour well- and lesser-known Parisians and keep their histories alive. Pröpper also reflects on his own life and the literature that has shaped him. In this way, he walks in the footsteps of literary heroes such as Victor Hugo, of Balzac and of Camus.''One of the most moving and most invigorating autobiographies ever written. This is a finely polished gem worthy of admiration'' Knack''A concise masterpiece that summarises a life in the time of the pandemic in the personal, euphoric and precarious shades of one year. Without one''s realising, it covers just about everything: thoughts, emotions, literature, films, loves, feelings, memories, annoyances and doubts'' Vrij Nederland''Philosophical, reflective, and with the pleasantly slow heartbeat of a writer who carries the reader through the city, European literature and history'' het ParoolTranslated by Emma Rault.Epilogue translated by Sherry Macdonald.

'Packs a punch . . . You'll definitely see your colleagues in a different light after reading this' THE EXPRESSWHO IS THE BIGGEST VILLAIN IN YOUR OFFICE? A gripping and incisive psychological drama from the internationally bestselling author of DallerGut Dream Department Store. Eight unsuspecting people receive an invitation to participate in a mysterious new reality show called Break Room. But what starts as an opportunity to find fame is quickly revealed to be something far more unsettling when they learn how they were chosen - they were voted in by their own co-workers as the people they'd least like to share a break room with. But there's another twist. Among them is an imposter - a mole planted by the show's producers and the only way to win the prize money is to uncover the saboteur before time runs out. Labelled as 'villains', the participants are left to grapple with the incredibly alarming realisation that their actions might be perceived differently by others and one moment of kindness might see them branded as the office creep. As alliances shift and paranoia festers, each contestant comes to realise surviving the show isn't the greatest challenge . . . it's facing up to who they are. Welcome . . . Step into the world of the reality show, Break Room, where every smile hides suspicion, and every word could be a clue.

''A fascinating exploration of human potential that will change how you think about thinking . . . Essential reading for anyone who wants to thrive in an uncertain world'' DANIEL H PINKTap into your hidden intelligence and transform your lifeHow are some people so much smarter than the rest of us? In 2021, researchers at Ohio State''s Project Narrative, renowned for collaborations with NASA, Hollywood and Silicon Valley, announced they had the answer. They named it Primal Intelligence. Intrigued, U.S. Army Special Operations developed Primal training for its most classified units. The training succeeded. The Operators saw the future faster. They healed quicker from trauma. In life-and-death situations, they chose wiser. The Army then authorized trials on civilian entrepreneurs, doctors, engineers, managers, salesforces, coaches, teachers, investors and NFL players. Their leadership and innovation improved significantly. They coped better with change and uncertainty. They experienced less anger and anxiety. Finally, the Army provided Primal training to college and K-12 classrooms. It produced substantial effects in students as young as eight. That revolutionary training is now available for the first time in this book. It is not an optimization hack or a cheat code. Primal Intelligence is a different way of using your brain. It offers a new neuroscientific approach to intuition, imagination, emotion and commonsense. It is your edge over AI. Your human genius. Your Primal Intelligence.

''Spain''s finest contemporary novelist'' Guardian''Juan Marsé''s contribution to European fiction has been consistently remarkable'' Times Literary SupplementFrom one of Spain''s most acclaimed authors, comes an extraordinary novel about ambition and longing set against the backdrop of post-war Barcelona.Teresa is everything he wants. She is beautiful, charming, rebellious, and born with every advantage in life. He has only ever existed on the margins. A poor immigrant from Murcia, earning his living stealing and selling motorbikes, he could only ever dream of being with the daughter of the Catalan bourgeoisie. When their desires take hold, they must face the realities of a world designed to keep them apart.With Last Evenings with Teresa, Marsé has created a portrait of two unforgettable literary heroes whose love affair captures all the tensions, passions and contradictions of a generation living in the shadow of a civil war but who, despite the odds, continue to dream.''Last Evenings with Teresa ... has everything one can ask of a novel; it seems to have been written in a state of grace'' Javier Cercas''Between illusions and realities, with his own free creative will - the opposite of the recipe for a social novel - Juan Marsé offered a memorable panorama of 1950s Barcelona and its wild heroism'' Lluís Izquierdo ''I consider Juan Marsé the best storyteller Spanish literature has given us in many decades'' Ignacio Echevarría ''He has never written a single page where something interesting isn''t happening'' Eduardo Mendoza''One of Spain''s most acclaimed writers'' New York Times

*NOW WITH AN EXCLUSIVE BONUS CHAPTER FROM THE SHADOW BRINGER''S POV*In the land of Noctis, to dream is to die . . . ??DREAM BY THE SHADOWS is a lush, darkly whimsical gothic fantasy with a touch of horror and a great slow-burn romance, perfect for fans of Powerless, Belladonna, Shadow and Bone, and Phantom of the Opera.''Logan Karlie''s debut is a haunting, delicious dream'' KATE GOLDEN''A richly-imagined chiaroscuro tapestry'' ELLY BLAKE''A story that will capture you in a snare of shadows'' LYNDALL CLIPSTONE''A hauntingly beautiful tale of redemption that reads like a dream'' RM GRAY''Logan Karlie''s enchanting debut masterfully crafts a nightmarish dream-world that you won''t want to wake up from'' I.V. MARIE''Lushly written and dripping with atmosphere, Logan Karlie has penned a gorgeous nightmare of a book'' LYDIA GREGOVIC________________________________No one told me that damnation could be beautiful.F or the last 500 years, the Kingdom of Noctis has been plagued by Corruption, a curse that spreads through dreams. Only an elixir, taken each night before sleep, can ward off the curse. But for some, the allure of the Dream Realm proves too strong.Esmer Havenfall desperately wants to escape her curse-struck village. But as her family starts to succumb to Corruption, Esmer''s life swiftly unravels into a nightmare - especially when shebegins to dream herself.In Esmer''s dreams, she meets her greatest fear: the Shadow Bringer, who rules from his castle in the Dream Realm, stealing souls one dreamer at a time. As Esmer follows the Shadow Bringer deeper into his kingdom she starts to feel a strange kinship to his sinister magic. But the prince of darkness has a haunted past, one that might change the fate of Esmer''s kingdom - and herheart - forever.Lush and vividly imagined, Logan Karlie creates an immersive nightmare in this seductive gothic fantasy, infused with shadow-haunted romance and an exhilarating thread of horror.? ? ? ? ? ''Truly magical''? ? ? ? ? ''A mesmerizing journey''? ? ? ? ? ''Dark and compelling''? ? ? ? ? ''The story is built to perfection''? ? ? ? ? ''Captivating''

FIVE WITNESSES. FIVE DIFFERENT STORIES. WHO IS THE KILLER?''A rising star of Australian crime fiction'' SUNDAY TIMES''S. R. White is the real deal'' CHRIS HAMMERIn the courtyard of the Pacific Heights building, a local waitress is found dead.Five apartments overlook the murder scene. Five people witnessed a crime take place.Finding the killer should be simple. Except none of the witnesses'' stories match. They all saw something - from a different angle, at a different time. None of them saw everything. Anyone could be the killer. Detectives Carl "Bluey" Blueson and Lachlan Dyson, each with their own careers in peril, must solve what others assume is a straightforward case. But to unmask a killer they must unpick a complex puzzle - where the motivations of the witnesses are as mystifying as the crime itself. How can you solve a crime if anyone could be lying?Praise for S. R. White:''A taut, beautifully observed slow-burner with an explosive finish'' PETER MAY''Original, compelling and highly recommended'' CHRIS HAMMER''Gripping'' THE GUARDIAN''A fascinating case'' SUNDAY TIMES ''It draws you in - and rewards with a truly powerful ending'' HEAT''This slow-burn novel catches light'' THE SUN''The story takes place over less than 48 hours but the pace is slow-burn, relying on considerable psychological depth...the denouement hits like a knockout punch'' WEEKEND AUSTRALIAN''A dark and compulsive read'' WOMAN & HOME

''Master of the jaw-dropping twist'' S MAGAZINE''An edge-of-your-seat thriller that''ll keep you guessing right until the end, get this to the top of your reading pile'' HEAT** The new heart-stopping emotional thriller from the Queen of the Big Reveal and author of Beach Hut 512 **Robyn ''Avril'' Managa was twelve when she witnessed her controlling and abusive father murder her mother. Put into care while her well-connected father was given a new identity in Witness Protection, Robyn has lived with the trauma of that day ever since. Now in her twenties, Robyn has decided she wants a family reunion - so is killing people connected to her father''s case, leaving on their bodies the note: GIVE HIM TO ME.Dr Kez Lanyon is called onto the case. But can Kez get into Robyn''s mind before she kills again? Or is she about to become her latest victim?Profiler and therapist Kez Lanyon returns in a gripping new stand-alone novel from Sunday Times bestselling author Dorothy Koomson. Readers love Dorothy Koomson: ''Raw, emotive and chilling'' ''Full of shocks and surprises . . . another hard hitting, psychologically thrilling page turner'' ''Jaw-dropping, totally unexpected''''Terrifyingly authentic, twisty and compelling'' ''A must read!''

A refreshingly honest look at modern life, and how to get out of living it.Rhys has lived his entire life with a backdrop of dread. As a child, the sentence he feared most was "come downstairs and say hello." Age 5 he feigned injury to avoid dancing at a wedding, and 25 years later, he celebrated when the venue set on fire moments before what would''ve been the biggest gig of his life.You''ll Like It When You Get There is a guide to life from someone who doesn''t want to do anything, and an exploration of why you possibly shouldn''t either. Join Rhys as he avoids not just social engagements but big life milestones too, like getting married and having children. A deep dive into regret, humiliation, failure and pretending to be French for personal gain. From the Wild West of early internet chatrooms to the sticky circus of the Kavos strip, from redesigning therapy after completing it in just four sessions, to having a full existential breakdown when a Buddhist monk asks him for 5 stars on TripAdvisor.If you''ve ever celebrated plans being cancelled with an Andy Murray fist pump, secretly prayed for another lockdown, attempted to start your own nickname, or tried - in vain - to control the outcome of everything you do, then welcome to the club. We close early, obviously.You''ll Like It When You Get There is at once hilarious, insightful and inspiring - even if what it''s inspiring you to do is absolutely nothing. This is the introvert''s manifesto, the overthinker''s dossier, the diary of a wimpy kid.Reviews of Rhys:"Scintillating stand-up" Times"Master of the lightning-paced, gag-dense, precision-delivered" Guardian"A superb tour de force of observational comedy, delivered with punchy, rapid-fire certainty" Chortle

?🔥 Opposites always attract! 🔥?🦄 Monster romance🦄 Grumpy-Sunshine🦄 Smalltown romance🦄 Banter and spiceFrom bestselling paranormal and shifter romance author, Alicia Montgomery, comes a brand new, small town monster romance! Perfect for fans of Ruby Dixon and Tusk Love!------------------------------Welcome to Dewberry Falls, a quiet town where all kinds of monsters, magical creatures, and humans live together in (almost) perfect harmony. Jasmine Gonzalez loves her job. As manager of Fantastic Tails and Magical Scales Pet Shop, she takes care of a variety of mythical pets from all over the world- from three-headed puppies and Fenrir cubs to cute water horses. But when the owner of the store, and Jasmine's beloved mentor, unexpectedly passes away, the shop is at risk of being shut down. Grumpy and introverted Orc Mal makes a living as a contractor for witches, warlocks and all kinds of supernatural beings. It's a solitary life, but he likes it. When his uncle leaves him the small, annoyingly endearing magical pet shop, Mal doesn't plan on staying long enough to get to know the cute creatures inside... and he certainly doesn't count on the small, sunshiney pet shop manager begging him to sell to her. Six months. Jasmine asks for six months to come up with the money. And for some reason, Mal can't stand the idea of disappointing her, so they have a deal. But working in close proximity with a woman who smiles like the sun is harder than Mal planned, and with Jasmine determined to make him fall in love with Dewberry Falls... they might just fall for each other along the way. ------------------------------READER REVIEWS FOR HORN IN MY SIDE:'I'm a huge fan of this book! I loved it so much. It's cute and fun-to-read.. with magic and mishaps.. But always with lots of love.' ?'A very sweet and cute little town love story that will melt your heart away. Ms. Montgomery's ability to write is off the chart greatness. I recommend this awesome book to anyone who enjoys a easy reading.' ?'Fully in my ORC ERA! This was cosy, sweet and everything I wanted and needed it to be! The writing style was easy to digest and addictive, loved it!'?'Hot Orcs, cozy small town, what more can you want?! This is perfect for pretty much everyone in their orc era!' ?'A delightful blend of romance and enchantment!'?'The cover and title of this book was what drew me to it. I really really enjoyed this one. It was sweet and spicy. I LOVE a grumpy sunshine romance.' ?

Welcome back to Sunrise Cove for this heartwarming enemies-to-lovers tale where found family, forgiveness, and love may just be the key to finding yourself, from New York Times bestselling author Jill Shalvis.--------------------------------------------Lexi Clark''s life is falling apart!Summoned home to Sunrise Cove, the last thing she wants to do is face all the complications she left behind. Her past, her stepsister Ashley, and especially her infuriatingly gorgeous childhood nemesis-turned-crush Heath Bowman.Lexi''s way too focused on her job as an art appraiser, she doesn''t have time to believe in trust, love, or Happily Ever Afters. Her stepsister, on the other hand, is so full of life it hurts to look at her. But Lexi can''t refuse Ashley''s plea to honor their late mother''s final wish. So, on behalf of her estranged mother''s estate-and with Heath in tow as the executor-Lexi embarks on a road trip to repay all the people her gambling addicted mother owed money to.Soon, all of Lexi''s complicated feelings come to a head; missing her mom, missing Ashley, and most of all, missing Heath. For the record, she doesn''t like it, or the way he has of scaling the walls she''s built around her heart. The road trip shenanigans that ensue are both funny and heartbreaking, but Lexi finds something shocking along the way. Acceptance. Family.And, unbelievably... love.--------------------------------------------PRAISE FOR JILL SHALVIS:''Perfect, feel-good fiction'' Sarah Morgan''Fall in love with Jill Shalvis! She''s my go-to read for humor and heart'' Susan Mallery, New York Times bestselling author''If you haven''t read her books before you won''t be disappointed, she''s a great storyteller'' 5-star reader review''Shalvis is an absolute go-to author for me. The narratives always run a full equilibrium with the outcome to make anyone''s heart melt and shed a few tears along the way, while adoring every character a cheeky side romance to run alongside out main characters'' 5-star reader review''A genuine page turner'' 5-star reader review

The queen of reinvention, Lady Gaga is a natural performer on stage, screen and the red carpet - with more viral fashion moments under her belt than any other contemporary icon.Through over 100 stunning photographs alongside expert text, Icons of Style explores Mother Monster''s most daring looks, including the lace catsuit, the meat dress, surreal hair pieces, domination of the Met Gala red carpet, reinvented tailoring and Old Hollywood glamour. Beginning with her early number one albums and tours, and exploring her style evolution as she took on stand-out acting performances in American Horror Story, A Star is Born and House of Gucci, this definitive exploration of Gaga''s style deep-dives into all her most significant red-carpet and off-duty moments - whether in pink-feathered Valentino couture or crop tops and denim.Uncover the stories, inspiration and meaning behind this pop icon''s most exciting fashion moments.

From kitsch to cool girl, street style to the stage, Ariana Grande''s rise to fame has been accompanied by her fashion evolution.Whether in custom Vera Wang at the Met Gala, or Internet-breaking Giambattista Valli tulle layers at the Grammys, or off-duty in thigh boots and oversized sweats, Ariana owns her look. Beginning with Ariana''s early days on Nickelodeon, through her series of bestselling albums and iconic performances to her most recent starring role in Wicked, Icons of Style unpacks every significant look from stage to red carpet and from airport to awards ceremony.Through 100 stunning images and expert text, fashion writer Caroline Young explores the inspiration, key pieces and stand out looks of one of the world''s best-loved pop icons.

''The definitive chronicle of changing times for so many who love the sport'' Ian Herbert, Daily Mail''The Yearbook stands for authority and integrity'' Martin Tyler''The first reference book you should turn to'' Daily TelegraphThe Utilita Football Yearbook 2025-2026 is the market-leading book of football statistics, featuring everything you need to know about domestic and international football.Since its first appearance in 1970, The Football Yearbook has heralded the start of each new season and served as the sport''s book of record, faithfully chronicling decades of both tradition and evolution.Now in its 56th year of publication, the Yearbook celebrates that legacy and undertakes to do what it always does - to meticulously record the season just gone and look forward to the season about to start, all within more than a thousand pages of pure footballing facts and figures.

Few clubs can boast a history as rich as Aston Villa Football Club. Founded in 1874, they have played in their home ground of Villa Park in Birmingham since 1897. Aston Villa is not only one of the oldest clubs in England but among some of the most successful. Having won the FA cup seven times and the League Cup five times, Aston Villa ranks 5th in the all-time English top flight table and is the seventh most successful club in English football by competitive honours. Villa is one of only three clubs that were founding members of both the Football League in 1888 and the Premier League in 1992. Despite its overall prosperity, Villa has experienced ups and downs, including relegation from the Premier League in 2016. However, after three seasons in the EFL Championship and two ownership changes, the club returned to the Premier League in 2019, and in 2024, qualified for the UEFA Champions League for the first time since 1982. From Pongo Waring, 'Big Ron' Atkinson and 'Deadly Doug' Ellis to Peter Withe, Gary Shaw, Gareth Southgate, Dwight Yoke and Jack Grealish, hear from the bold voices that have shaped Aston Villa over the years and re-live the highs and lows of this historic club.