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‘Kennard’s distinctive voice – surreal, funny, anxious, always overthinking, and cringingly self-deprecating – has made him one of the most widely liked and imitated British poets’ – Tristram Fane Saunders, TLSA Telegragh, Irish Times, Guardian and The Week Book of the YearNone of the Old Testament prophets were especially happy or confident in their calling, but Jonah was the only one who rejected it outright, disobeying direct instruction from God and literally running away. In The Book of Jonah, Luke Kennard transforms the unique and awkward position Jonah’s story occupies in scripture – part dream, part joke, part provocation – into a madcap picaresque which marries the sacred and the absurd. Though Jonah’s encounter with the whale is most commonly interpreted as the story of a reluctant prophet being punished by his maker, Kennard’s Jonah is more wily business traveller than seer. Taking his instruction instead from non-governmental organizations, arts development agencies and public-relations gurus, this Jonah keeps relentlessly busy, accepting any assignment that will take him further away from Nineveh and drown out the word of God in his ears. On his travels he meets errant writers, fixers, artists and consultants, but nobody who can give him a sense of what his work might be beyond a five-star capitalist purgatory in a series of exotic locations. What would it mean to be a prophet – or even a false prophet – in this milie? aking on the decimation of funding for the arts, the emptiness of the hero’s journey and a literary culture regarded by wider society with cynicism, ignorance and apathy, The Book of Jonah is a blistering poetry collection from the Forward Prize-winning author of Notes on the Sonnets. 'Brilliant . . . Deadly serious in the way only the playfully comic can be, the poems here are liable to leave you both smiling and wincing in the same breath' – Rishi Dastidar, Telegraph'A fun, testing read – rather like being regaled at the pub by a tipsy Theology professor' – Telegraph, Books of the Year

'One of the finest American writers of his mighty generation' - Esquire'A tour de force of erotic realism, a romantic cliffhanger' - The New York TimesThe 1960s. Philip Dean, a footloose Yale dropout, is touring provincial France and sometimes Paris in a borrowed, once elegant car. He begins a mismatched affair with a young shop girl named Anne-Marie. Together they burn in an everyday but stunningly sensual paradise. A Sport and a Pastime is a seductive classic that established James Salter’s reputation as one of the finest writers of our time. It is remarkable for its eroticism, its luminous prose and its ability to explore the boundaries between what is dreamt and what is lived, between body and soul. Part of the Picador Collection, a series showcasing the best of modern literature.

''Completely gripping . . . Sandra Brown found evil in the person of her own father; and she confronted it as few could have done . . . Everyone will want to read this amazing story'' – Andrew O''Hagan, author of Caledonian RoadSandra Brown was eight when her friend and neighbour, twelve-year-old Moira Anderson, disappeared from the small town of Coatbridge near Glasgow in 1957. Moira has not been seen since.Twenty-seven years later, at a family funeral, Sandra''s estranged father confessed to her that he had been involved in the girl''s disappearance. Appalled and fascinated by his curious half confession, Sandra began to delve into the case and in so doing discovered that her father was an acknowledged child molester whose activities were known not just to everyone in Coatbridge but also to the police. The horrifying jigsaw she pieced together, along with the admission her father had made, ultimately convinced Sandra that he had indeed been responsible for Moira''s disappearance nearly fifty years ago. Where There Is Evil is the remarkable story of Sandra''s quest to unravel the mystery and see justice done.''Inspirational . . . This book is not only important but unique'' – Jimmy Boyle

In Lost Wonders Tom Lathan tells ten powerful stories of species that have lived, died out and been declared extinct since the turn of the twenty-first century.''Timely, elegiac'' The Daily Mail''Superb storytelling . . . an exhilarating and vital book'' Charles Foster, author of Cry of the WildMany scientists believe that we are currently living through the Earth’s sixth mass extinction, with species disappearing at a rate not seen for tens of millions of years – a trend that will only accelerate as climate change and other pressures intensify. What does it mean to live in such a time? And what exactly do we lose when a species goes extinct?In a series of fascinating encounters with subjects that are now nowhere to be found on Earth – from giant tortoises to minuscule snails the size of sesame seeds, from ocean-hopping trees to fish that wag their tails like puppies – Tom Lathan brings these lost wonders briefly back to life and gives us a tantalizing glimpse of what we have lost within our own lifetime.Drawing on the personal recollections of the people who studied these species, as well as those who tried but ultimately failed to save them, and with beautiful illustrations, Lost Wonders is an intimate portrait of the species that have only recently vanished from our world and an urgent warning to hold on all the more tightly to those now slipping from our grasp.Illustrated by Claire Kohda

‘At Last is a miraculously wrought piece of art’ Suzi Feay, Financial Times‘A terrifying, spectacularly entertaining saga’ James Lasdun, The GuardianAt Last is the fifth instalment in Edward St Aubyn’s semi-autobiographical series, The Patrick Melrose novels.As friends, relatives and foes trickle in to pay their final respects to his mother Eleanor, Patrick Melrose finds himself questioning whether a life without parents will be the liberation he has so long imagined. Yet as the memorial service ends and the family gathers one last time, amidst the social niceties and the social horrors, the calms and the rapids, Patrick begins to sense a new current: the chance of some form of safety – at last.‘Remarkable. St Aubyn’s books are at once extremely dark and extremely funny’ Francine Prose, The New York Times‘The pinnacle of a series that has plunged into darkness and risen towards light. At Last is both resounding end and hopeful beginning’ Philip Womack, The TelegraphPart of the Picador Collection.

The enchanting fifth book in the multi-million-copy bestselling series about a cosy cafe that offers its visitors the chance to travel back in time. Translated from Japanese, in Before We Forget Kindness four new guests enter the mysterious Tokyo café, each with a secret wish, each hoping to go back in time to fulfil it as their coffee is poured . . . - The father who could not allow his daughter to get married- A woman who couldn't give Valentine's Day chocolates to her loved one- A boy who wants to show his smile to his divorced parents- A wife holding a child with no name . . . The incomparable Toshikazu Kawaguchi introduces us to the dreams, wishes and deeply emotional encounters of these four guests, all travelling back in time to find comfort, peace, and a newfound happiness. But, as ever, they must return before the coffee gets cold . . . Catch up on the rest of the series with Before the coffee gets cold, Tales from the cafe, Before your memory fades and Before we say goodbye. **Before I knew I loved you, the sixth book in the series, is available to pre-order now!**

Sing, listen, and read along with this fabulous collection of illustrated songs, based on some of Julia Donaldson's best-loved picture books!As well as being the UK's most successful picture book author, Julia Donaldson is a gifted songwriter for children. A Treasury of Songs contains over twenty of her songs, including fun-filled action rhymes, Aesop's fables, and songs based on Julia Donaldson's best-loved picture books, including Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Stick Man, and The Gruffalo. This beautiful songbook treasury is illustrated throughout with Axel Scheffler's warm and wonderful artwork. Scan the QR code to enjoy all of the songs performed by Julia herself, which will be familiar to anyone who has heard them on TV or radio or enjoyed one of Julia's live performances. With a foreword by the author and a QR code to listen to all of the audio The Treasury of Songs will become a firm favourite on every child's shelf.

Have you ever wondered . . . what is a Moomin?This colourful guide introduces the who, what, when and why of the Moomins through 100 iconic objects from in and around Moominvalley, exploring the stories and characters plus the Moomins’ impact in the real world. From the family’s lamp on the veranda to Snufkin’s trusty knapsack, and from the Hobgoblin’s magical hat to Moominpappa’s inky fountain pen, this playful and accessible guide to the Moomins is perfect for new and old fans alike. What is a Moomin? is packed throughout with Tove Jansson's original artwork plus comic strips, quotes from the Moomin books and rarely-seen material from the Moomin archives. With character introductions at the beginning of the book and a visual timeline at the end, this unique introduction for all ages is sure to answer the question of "What is a Moomin?" once and for all.

One snowy morning, after arguing with her husband, Miquel’s mother walks out from their home high up in the Pyrenees and does not return. With his younger brother stationed far away on military service and his father cast out by the people of the town, Miquel and his father are left to fend for themselves. Together they will be forced to battle the elements, and their resentment of each other, through the long winter. Miquel’s desperate searching for his mother is only interrupted when Manolo, an orphaned servant boy from the next village, arrives to help out in the house. As Miquel is forced to confront the reality of his mother's absence, Manolo, with his silences and longing gaze, offers the promise of new love, and another kind of life.

Lift the flaps to join in the fun with Frog, Cat, Dormouse and Badger and all their animal friends in this beautiful gift treasury of four bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood stories.Join Frog as he gets ready for a day out, help Cat find the right book to make a delicious meal for her friends, join Badger as he gets ready to perform with his friends and help Dormouse feel better when she''s ill. This collection of four fun and interactive lift-the-flap stories is perfect for little ones in a beautiful large gift edition.With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Tales from Acorn Wood Story Collection is the perfect gift for toddlers everywhere, from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.Includes four Tales from Acorn Wood adventures: Frog''s Day Out, Cat''s Cookbook, Dormouse Has a Cold and Badger''s Band.

ECHOES OF THE PAST WON'T BE SILENCED . . . Lucy is sick of turning the other cheek. Ten years ago, an anti-Mormon mob drove her family and friends from their homes in Illinois. But now the tables have turned. Rumour has it some of those same men are travelling through Utah on their way to California. And this time Lucy won't run. Katrina knew the trek west would be difficult. But she had no idea she'd be walking straight into hell. The young mother-of-four is prepared to do whatever it takes to protect her family from the violence closing in, but the battle to survive will be more harrowing than anything she can imagine. Sally has just been 'gifted' to a man she barely knows - as his fourth wife. Trapped and lonely, she tries to make the best of her new situation. Until her husband insists on joining a group of religious zealots' plans for revenge and she's forced to reconsider her loyalties. Even if it means putting her own life on the line. Inspired by true-crime, None Left to Tell is a riveting novel of historical suspense, from Booktok sensation Noelle W. Ihli

Discover your next enemies-to-lovers romantasy obsession with The Beasts We Bury by D. L. Taylor. In a world where dark magic hovers on the horizon, two teens must decide how far they will go to break the system that has them trapped. Mancella, heir to the throne, emerged from the mysterious Broken Citadel with a strange and violent magic: she can summon an army of animals, but only by killing them first. Silver is a charming thief who plans to manipulate Mancella in order to pull off a once-in-a-lifetime heist. When her father decides that Mance should kill a human in order to create an unbeatable spirit army, Mance realizes how much of a pawn she is in his world. As the deception and bloodshed continue to mount, Mance and Silver find themselves forced to make choices that will change the realm forever. 'The Beasts We Bury captured me with its world of unique and terrible magic . . . Enchanting' - Erin Beaty, author of The Traitor's Kiss trilogyReaders are falling in love with this YA romantic fantasy:"Loved the characters, the story/plot, EVERYTHING. THAT ENDING? I NEED THE NEXT ONE IMMEDIATELY" - Reader review"You Should See Me in a Crown by Billie Eilish energy . . . I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!!!" - Reader review"I'm obsessed! This book is riveting, gut wrenching, and keeps you wanting more" - Reader review

‘Kat is a warrior, both on the track and off it. This book is a stunning testimony to the power of believing in yourself’ – Sir Chris Hoy‘An extraordinary story of resilience and determination, from an incredible athlete’ – Dame Jessica Ennis-HillThe inspirational and powerful memoir from double world heptathlon champion and Team GB Olympian Katarina Johnson-Thompson. Katarina Johnson-Thompson has never had it easy. Born a child of two worlds – her mother’s working-class Liverpool and her father’s idyllic Bahamas – she wasn’t supposed to be a champion. Her early childhood was challenging. Raised by a single mother, at times it was a struggle for her to keep up with other athletes who had more funding around them. But she persevered. Now, in her intimate, heartfelt autobiography, she tells her story as she never has before. She opens up about the pressures of representing Britain at the London 2012 Olympics, aged just nineteen, and about her complex relationship with mentor-turned-rival Jessica Ennis-Hill. Unbroken is a rare insight into the inner workings of a champion’s mind: the rigorous discipline, the undying passion for sport and the unshakable belief in one’s self despite the odds. Johnson-Thompson’s journey has been a remarkable one. Her upbringing and career, both rich with challenges overcome and dreams pursued with relentless determination, serve as a powerful reminder that the human spirit is capable of extraordinary feats. But this is more than a story of triumph against the odds. It’s a testament to the sweat, tears and laughter that pave the road to success, and to the unyielding spirit of a true champion. ‘Katarina's determination is incredible. She is a true champion’ – Sir Mo Farah‘A shining example of someone who has succeeded against the odds’ – John Bishop ‘Kat is one of the strongest women I know; this book is a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when you believe in yourself’ – Alex Scott‘One of the most inspiring women I have met. This book is a brilliant insight into what it takes to become a champion’ – Gabby Logan

Count down to Christmas with this book advent calendar for kids. A collection of twenty-four mini activity books, based on The Gruffalo and other bestselling picture books by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Enjoy a book every day with this fantastic festive collection, including colouring, drawing and activity books based on the family-favourite picture books, The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale and more. Plus lots of family fun with songs and rhymes to enjoy together. Then, match up the back covers of your mini-books to create four special puzzle scenes featuring all your favourite characters celebrating the festive season. With twenty-four mini books collected together in a beautiful hardback presentation case with tie ribbon, The Gruffalo and Friends Advent Calendar Book Collection is perfect for sharing together every day of advent.

The instant No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller, updated with exclusive new material on the tests and triumphs of 2025'Scoops aplenty are here . . . An irresistible insider account of momentous royal events' – Melanie Reid, The Times'Fascinating . . . the book everyone is talking about' – Daily MailBy the acclaimed royal biographer and commentator Robert Hardman, Charles III is an intimate portrait of the monarch that draws on unrivalled access to the Royal Family, their close friends and staff, plus previously unseen papers from the Royal Archives. With damaging headlines unleashed by the Sussexes, political crises and questions about the future of the monarchy, Charles III had no shortage of challenges when he came to the throne. The Royal Family then faced a double blow in early 2024 when the King and Catherine, the Princess of Wales, were diagnosed with cancer. By the end of the year, the King had returned to regular duties, dealing with a new government at home and diplomatic turmoil abroad. As head of state of fifteen nations, he would soon find himself caught up in the new and uncertain world order taking shape following the election of President Trump. The dramatic story is uncovered here, along with the vital role played by Queen Camilla, the Prince and Princess of Wales, the Princess Royal and others. From the emotional days following the death of Elizabeth II and the truth about the King’s relationship with Prince William and Prince Harry to his handling of Prince Andrew, Hardman takes us behind the pomp and ceremony to reveal Charles the man as well as the monarch. Authoritative and richly insightful, Charles III is the definitive account of a king determined to maximize ‘the time God grants me’ – and enjoy it. 'This glorious book reveals the real Charles III. Hardman’s magisterial biography, full of detail about the King, the Queen and the Sussexes alike, will become a historical document' – Simon Heffer, The Telegraph

‘Warm, gorgeous, tender and hopeful . . . Simply brilliant’ – Daisy Buchanan, author of Insatiable‘Funny, practical and moving’ – Daily Mail* * * *A beautiful, razor-sharp novel by Sarah Handyside, Instructions for Heartbreak is a life-affirming story about female friendship, self-love and how to survive a broken heart.What if heartbreak came with a manual?It starts with a late-night knock on the door. Dee, Liv and Rosa share a flat in south London, while Katie lives close by with her boyfriend. But, when Katie’s nine-year relationship ends – suddenly and brutally – she turns up on their doorstep with no idea what to do next, or how to do anything after spending so long with her life entwined with someone else’s.Out comes the martini shaker (an old, well-washed gherkin jar) and, with an unused sketchbook, an idea. They’ll make Katie the handbook that she needs to process her heartbreak and start rebuilding her life. There are notes on tears, hangovers and roast chicken, scribblings about music, new bedding and pure, white-hot rage.But Katie is not the only one nursing a broken heart. Rosa is a hopeless romantic, despite still reeling from her ex’s infidelity. Scarred by her ex’s parting words, Dee is committed to being commitment-free. And while Liv knows that breaking up with her girlfriend was what she wanted, she can’t help but wonder if she did the right thing.Tested by big life changes, even the closest friendships can fray – could the heartbreak handbook they intended for Katie contain the words they all need to hear?* * * *‘An essential modern heartbreak handbook’ – Lucy Jane Wood, author of Rewitched‘A stunning, emotionally resonant novel’ – Cosmopolitan‘A heartfelt love letter to friendship that I couldn''t put down’ – Josie Lloyd, author of Lifesaving for Beginners* * * *Readers are loving Instructions for Heartbreak:‘I love a novel filled with amazing female friendships. I flew through this book . . . a MUST read’‘A wonderfully nuanced, emotionally intelligent and insightful story of female friendships, relationships, growing up and finding your family’‘There is nothing better than the power of female friendships and women coming together to help one another. This book delivers that message and more! I loved every minute’