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THE MUST-READ MEMOIR BEHIND THE MAJOR BAFTA AWARD-WINNING FILM, I SWEAR, STARRING ROBERT ARAMAYO. From the remarkable Scottish campaigner, this is the powerful and moving autobiography offering extraordinary insight into what it is like to live with a severe form of Tourette's Syndrome. 'Funny and heartfelt ... this skilfully told tale deserves praise for how it lets us non-sweary people see inside the ordinary, albeit anxious, mind of someone with Tourette syndrome.' THE TIMES Born in the 1970s on the Scottish Borders, John's was ten when his tics first arrived, as if from nowhere. Previously a happy, popular, football-mad boy he was labelled disruptive, rude, and even mad. As his condition progressed, from blinks and jerks to involuntary rude and obscene shouting, John was bullied, rejected - alienated from his family and a society that had no idea what to make of him. Hospitalized and drugged for months, it was only an extraordinary and transformative friendship, and John's dogged optimism, that turned his life around, making I Swear an inspirational story of triumph over adversity. Through John's eyes, we see Tourette's not just as a medical condition, but as a lens through which we can all better understand the importance of human connection. And how essential, as well as ultimately rewarding, it can be to keep going and never give up.

From the author of Nuclear War: A Scenario, this is the gripping story of how a select group of scientists, under the watchful eye of the CIA, sought to harness the power of the mind as tools of espionage and warfare. 'A well-researched and fascinating tale' Forbes This is a book about a team of scientists and psychics with top secret clearances. For more than forty years, the U.S. government has researched extrasensory perception, using it in attempts to locate hostages, fugitives, secret bases, and downed fighter jets, to divine other nations' secrets, and even to predict future threats to national security. The intelligence agencies and military services involved include CIA, DIA, NSA, DEA, the Navy, Air Force, and Army-and even the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Now, for the first time, New York Times bestselling author Annie Jacobsen tells the story of these radical, controversial programs, using never before seen declassified documents as well as exclusive interviews with, and unprecedented access to, more than fifty of the individuals involved. Speaking on the record, many for the first time, are former CIA and Defense Department scientists, analysts, and program managers, as well as the government psychics themselves. Who did the U.S. government hire for these top secret programs, and how do they explain their military and intelligence work? How do scientists approach such enigmatic subject matter? What interested the government in these supposed powers and does the research continue? Phenomena is a riveting investigation into how far governments will go in the name of national security.

In this engrossing and deeply disturbing exposé from the bestselling author of Nuclear War: A Scenario, Annie Jacobsen tells the gripping story of a decades-long, covert project to bring Hitler's scientists and their families to the United States. In the chaos following the Second World War, the US government faced a critical decision: what to do with the great scientific minds of the Third Reich. Many were accused of war crimes, and others had stood trial at Nuremberg; one was convicted of mass murder. Nevertheless, the US government secretly decided that their knowledge of rocketry and medical advances were vital to the outcome of the Cold War. Drawing on exclusive interviews with dozens of Paperclip family members, colleagues, and interrogators, and dossiers discovered in archives across the world, Annie Jacobsen follows more than a dozen German scientists through their postwar lives and into one of the most startling, complex, nefarious, and jealously guarded government secrets of the twentieth century.

The thrilling finale to the No. 1 Sunday Times bestselling fantasy, A Fate Inked in Blood. With the secret of her divine heritage revealed, Freya finds herself on a path that could see thousands of lives lost to the magic in her blood. Desperate to avoid this dark fate, she risks an alliance with Skaland's greatest enemy to seek answers from the seer who foretold her future - the same seer who sent Bjorn to kill her. While Freya still seethes with rage over Bjorn's betrayal, the blood oaths that bind her demand that she keep him close as she hunts for a way to avert the looming war. Her magic draws her to the front lines of an old enmity, embroiling her with Nordeland's Unfated - children of the gods who serve the king she was raised to fear. The same king who, unlike Bjorn, is now willing to fight at her back. For despite the desire that burns hot between Bjorn and Freya, his growing distrust of her chosen path threatens to drag them further apart. As war approaches, gods and mortals must choose their weapons. Yet the fiercest battle will be the one Freya wages within herself. With the magic of two goddesses burning in her veins, she must weave the threads of destiny to decide her own fate: Will she be the shield that protects her people or the curse that destroys them?

The second instalment in the fun, page-turning high school mystery duology from the #1 bestselling author of The Inheritance Games. Meet the Squad: these cheerleaders are actually spies! Meet the Squad: pretty, popular, and extremely dangerous. A WELL-KEPT SECRET Saying Toby Klein is an unlikely cheerleader is the understatement of the year. . . but the squad at Bayport High aren’t your average cheerleaders. They’re elite undercover government operatives. And word on the street is that something’s about to go down in Bayport . . . A DANGEROUS MISSION But if the spy business doesn’t kill Toby, it’s starting to look like Brooke, the team captain, might. The nominations are in for homecoming court, and rumour has it that Toby is the front-runner for queen. A HANDSOME DISTRACTION Tensions are high and Toby’s budding feelings for the most popular and infuriatingly handsome guy in Bayport High aren’t helping, either. Terrorist threat? Mission gone wrong? Disastrous Homecoming Court? Bring it on.

From the bestselling novelist, travel writer, and "master of the short story" (NPR) comes a brilliant new collection. The stories in The Vanishing Point are both exotic and domestic, their settings ranging from Hawaii to Africa and New England. Each focuses on life's vanishing points-a moment when seemingly all lines running through one's life converge, and one can see no farther, yet must deal with the implications. With the insight, subtlety, and empathy that has long characterized his work, Theroux has written deeply moving stories about memory, longing, and the passing of time, reclaiming his status, once again, as a master of the form.

We are constantly told to make the most of our time: to stop procrastinating, to 'optimise' and be efficient with every precious hour. But when we let our brains rest, and our minds wander, something magical happens: the brain’s ‘default network’ switches on, and we are able to think in completely new ways. Drawing on groundbreaking new research, neuroscientist Dr Joseph Jebelli reveals the simple and easy steps to change your life for the better, including how: · Napping and gentle exercise can enhance brain size · Spending time in nature can boost creativity and problem-solving skills · Silence fosters the growth of new brain cells Blending science and personal stories with practical tips, The Brain At Rest is the life-changing guide to living a happier, healthier – and ironically, more productive – life.

FOR MORTALS TO RISE, THE GODS MUST FALL. - In Ancient Greece, the twelve gods of Olympus rule with fear, demanding sacrifice, obedience and silence. As a mortal girl, Danae has always lived in their shadow. Until the day she takes a bite of a forbidden golden apple. Suddenly hunted, marked by a prophecy she doesn't understand, she's forced to flee. On her journey, she crosses paths with heroes, monsters and the legendary Heracles. But Danae isn't like the heroes in the old stories. She's not here to win glory. She's not here to bow to Olympus. She will hunt the Gods. She'll drag them screaming from Olympus . . .

Happiness is a practice, not a destination. We often treat happiness as something to pursue, a reward we'll reach once life is finally in order. But what if happiness is not an outcome, but a practice - the foundation that shapes how we meet each moment? Drawing on over twenty years as a doctor, Dr Rangan Chatterjee has seen that motivation and willpower rarely sustain us for long. True wellbeing only becomes possible when we learn to nurture what he calls core happiness - a steadier, more resilient form of joy that doesn't depend on circumstances. In Happy Mind, Happy Life, Dr Chatterjee blends science, case studies, and simple exercises to show how small, daily choices ripple into lasting change. Through ten simple but profound ways, you'll explore how to: Treat yourself with compassion and respect Redesign your relationship with technology Respond to criticism without being derailed This is not a manual for quick fixes, but an invitation to reimagine how you live - so that health, clarity, and contentment flow naturally into your days. Previously published as a trade paperback

From the #1 bestselling author of The Inheritance Games - a fun, page-turning high school mystery duology. Meet the Squad: these cheerleaders are actually spies! Meet the Squad: pretty, popular, and extremely dangerous. A MYSTERIOUS INVITATION When hacker and black-belt Toby Klein arrives at Bayport High, joining the cheerleading squad is the last thing on her to-do list. But after a mysterious note urges her to audition, she realizes that behind those pom-poms is a dangerous secret. A DANGEROUS SECRET The Squad is cover for the government's most elite spies, hidden in plain sight. And they need Toby to retrieve intel from the only person who has it - the most popular boy at school. AN IRRESISTIBLE TARGET But evil lurks in Bayport and Toby's newfound makeover has put a spotlight on her. And now there's her inconvenient - and growing attraction - to her mark, which might just get her killed . . .

Find Your Passion. Love Your Work. Build a Richer Life. What's your dream? It's a simple question, but one which very few of us ever really think about. From early on, we are taught that there's only one path to getting ahead: do well at school, get a certain kind of job, and avoid failure at all costs. We're so busy trying to follow these rules that we never stop and ask ourselves: What's my purpose? What do I really want? Do I have the power to make it happen? Simon Squibb is on a mission to change people's lives for the better. In his bestselling business book, What’s Your Dream?, he shares the hard-won life lessons from his years in the business world plus his own personal life, from facing homelessness as a teenager to selling a multi-million pound business, and now inspiring a new generation of budding entrepreneurs. What’s Your Dream? will empower readers to identify their own meaningful goals, to remove the barriers that stand in the way, and ultimately to build a richer life. Because sometimes, it just takes one person to believe in you...

Read this book and you'll never smoke another cigarette again __________ Allen Carr has discovered a method of quitting that will enable any smoker to stop, easily, immediately and permanently. As the world's bestselling book on how to stop smoking and with over 20 million copies sold worldwide, Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking is the one that really works. THE unique method: No scare tactics No weight-gain The psychological need to smoke disappears as you read Feel great to be a non-smoker Join the over 50 million people that Allen Carr has helped stop smoking. What have you got to lose?

Edgy. Dangerous. Addictive. From the author of the Silver Pines series comes a binge-worthy dark motorcycle romance, perfect for fans of Rina Kent and Navessa Allen. Layla Monroe's life in Harmony, Georgia was a smokescreen, a picture-perfect illusion that concealed her desire for chaos. That is, until her parents were killed in suspicious circumstances and the world as she knew it was destroyed. So when Sean "Ax" Hunter, the enigmatic sergeant at arms of the Hounds of Hell motorcycle club, offers her a chance to discover what really happened to her family, Layla grabs it with both hands. After all, she has nothing to lose and everything to gain. Drawn to Sean's dangerous allure, Layla soon discovers a passion she can't fight, no matter how hard she tries. With Sean, it's ride or die. But is Layla ready to jump into the flames and risk everything for a chance at true freedom? Tropes: #ForcedProximity #WorkplaceRomance #ManObsessed #TouchHerandDie #GuaranteedHappyEnding #FoundFamily #DarkRomance #MotorycleRomance

THIS EXCLUSIVE EDITION FEATURES STUNNING DIGITAL EDGE ARTWORK AND A POSTCARD WITH MAP ARTWORK *THE INSTANT NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER - THE EPIC AND SIZZLING YA ROMANTASY THAT EVERYONE IS TALKING ABOUT. SOON TO BE YOUR NEXT OBSESSION . . . THEY SAY LOVE CONQUERS ALL . . . BUT CAN LOVE WIN IN A WAR BETWEEN DEMONS AND EXORCISTS? OR WILL IT JUST TEAR THEM ALL APART . . . ? A brutal war between demons and humanity has raged across Europe for over a century. At its heart are two elite soldiers: Selene Alleva, a powerful exorcist trained at the prestigious Vatican Academy, and foot soldier, Jules Lacroix, unrivalled in battle. When their paths cross, despite initial distrust - then unwelcome attraction - Jules and Selene discover a terrible secret at the heart of the holy Vatican City . . . Soon Jules is forced to question everything he's ever known - including himself. And Selene, unable to ignore her growing feelings for Jules, must make an impossible choice between love and duty. Serpent and Dove meets Empire of the Vampire, with a star-crossed, enemies-to-lovers romance at its heart. Perfect for fans of Powerless, Fourth Wing and Divine Rivals.

The edge-of-your-seat crime thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Fool Me Once, Nobody's Fool, and Tell No One. *** NOW A MAJOR NETFLIX TV SERIES, STARRING JAMES NESBITT, RUTH JONES AND MINNIE DRIVER *** YOUR DAUGHTER IS MISSING AND SHE'S MADE IT CLEAR SHE DOESN'T WANT TO BE FOUND. And then one day you see her, frightened and clearly in trouble. So you approach her, beg her to come home. But instead, she runs. So, you do the only thing a parent can do. You follow her into a dark and dangerous world where no one is safe. Because she's your daughter, and you'll do anything to protect her. EVEN IF IT MEAN RISKING YOUR LIFE TO SAVE HERS. . .

Feeling anxious is part of being human; sometimes it can even be necessary or useful. But what about when anxiety takes over? When you feel like it's too often dictating your life? Have you ever considered that you might be addicted to anxiety? In this groundbreaking book, bestselling author and psychotherapist Owen O'Kane explores how we all unwittingly build habits around our anxiety. This, he argues, is how we become addicted - the behaviours and thought patterns that help us feel safe in the short term ultimately perpetuate it. Put simply, we get hooked. The answer? Break the cycle. How? Recognize: You must understand your anxiety and identify your triggers before you can start to unpick it. Tackle: Discover vital techniques for breaking the underlying habits and patterns. Move forward: Learn strategies for navigating setbacks or relapses on the road ahead. Addicted to Anxiety will help you understand your anxiety from the perspective of addiction, identifying your triggers and learning how to break your habits so you can actively replace them with new, more productive behaviours for a calmer, happier life.