star of the show jacqueline wilsonova

Star of the Show - Jacqueline Wilsonová

‘I’m going to a place called Grand Theatre and I’m going to be a dancer in a pantomime!’Tess loves to dance, even when everything seems grim. After mum dies and pa leaves, she and her brothers and sisters are all alone, with hardly any food or money. With empty stomachs and scrambling for pennies, they’ve got to fend for themselves.When Tess’s big brother and sister go out to look for work, she has to stay in class at The Ragged School and take care of their baby sister Ada. But Tess is determined that even though she is poor, she will still get to go to the ball…or at least to dance in the Cinderella pantomime at the Grand Theatre…A captivating Victorian adventure about family troubles and big dreams from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.

Objev podobné jako Star of the Show - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Star of the Show - Jacqueline Wilsonová

‘I’m going to a place called Grand Theatre and I’m going to be a dancer in a pantomime!’Tess loves to dance, even when everything seems grim. After mum dies and pa leaves, she and her brothers and sisters are all alone, with hardly any food or money. With empty stomachs and scrambling for pennies, they’ve got to fend for themselves.When Tess’s big brother and sister go out to look for work, she has to stay in class at The Ragged School and take care of their baby sister Ada. But Tess is determined that even though she is poor, she will still get to go to the ball…or at least to dance in the Cinderella pantomime at the Grand Theatre…A captivating Victorian adventure about family troubles and big dreams from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.

Objev podobné jako Star of the Show - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Star of the Show - Dolly Parton

A stunning celebration of Dolly Parton’s iconic career as a performer, featuring entertaining personal stories alongside 350 full-color photographs, including exclusive images and ephemera from her archive, and an eight-page gatefold listing her lifetime of performances.In Star of the Show, the culminating book in Dolly Parton’s photographic trilogy—following Songteller (lyrics) and Behind the Seams (fashion)—the global superstar finally shares a definitive look at her career as one of the world’s most dazzling and beloved performers.Featuring engaging stories and memories from Parton’s dynamic life behind the microphone, this book spotlights her signature performances and star-making moments, from singing in front of her family to premiering on the Grand Ole Opry stage and beyond. Her formative years performing with country legend Porter Wagoner are chronicled as she learns hard lessons from life on the road. Breaking out on her own at state fairs and critically acclaimed venues, she toured the world performing for millions of fans in arenas, stadiums, and at festivals. From making her onscreen debut in the blockbuster feature film 9 to 5 to playing the Dallas Cowboys’ 2023 Thanksgiving halftime show to 42 million viewers, this global superstar knows no limits. Along the way, Dolly shares the stage with ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Star of the Show - Dolly Parton

Magic Puppy: Star of the Show - Sue Bentley

Bark for joy at the arrival of this grrreat magical new series! A sequel to the bestselling sensation, Magic Kitten.Storm is the only young wolf left from his family in the magic Moon-claw pack after the evil wolf, Shadow, wounds his mother and destroys everyone else. With the rest of the pack now scattered, Storm''s mother is too weak to protect Storm so she sends him to our world as a magic puppy where his magical powers can grow. But Storm must find a friend here to help him hide from the evil Shadow. Will Storm be able to hide long enough to eventually return and save his mother and the magical Moon-claw pack?The fourth title in this brilliant new series that will leave you howling for more!

Objev podobné jako Magic Puppy: Star of the Show - Sue Bentley

A Year Full of Pots - Sarah Raven

THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''Stunning pictures and packed full of really good advice and inspiration'' – Monty Don''Such a feast for the eyes and GREAT inspiration!'' – Jo Whiley---------------Pots are everywhere in Sarah Raven’s garden at Perch Hill. Every corner comes to life with their colour and vibrancy.A Year Full of Pots overbrims with year-round inspiration, planting ideas and expert advice from Sarah Raven, the Sunday Times bestselling author of A Year Full of Flowers and A Year Full of Veg.Accessible and rewarding, growing flowers in pots is a simple and enjoyable way to enhance any space, from small city plots to huge gardens. Get the pots right and your garden will take on a cheerful energy of its own. They are the bubbles in the champagne, the cherries on the cake; the final flourish in making a garden beautiful.And with pots, there is one iron rule: more is more.Discover practical design tips that will really enhance your containers. Use ingenious tricks when combining flower colours such as choosing a BRIDE (the star of the show), a BRIDESMAID (similar to the bride but smaller and less conspicuous) and a GATECRASHER (the colour contrast, which brings the whole thing to life). Learn ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako A Year Full of Pots - Sarah Raven

The Problem With Perfect - Philip William Stover

‘What a gorgeous, gorgeous book. Funny, warm and touching.'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader ReviewWhen style is everything, will Ethan learn that true beauty is on the inside?Chase Myles can throw together a swinging dinner party or redecorate an entire townhouse with jaw-dropping elegance. Followers scroll his Insta and see effortless workouts, exotic travel, and an adoring boyfriend. The world believes Chase is a style icon. The world is mistaken.Ethan Wells is actually the one who knows what to wear, what to eat and how to do it but he’s happy staying behind the scenes producing their hit LGBTQ show Myles of Style. When Chase walks off set just before the Pride live TV show that will make or break Ethan’s career, Ethan thinks it’s just another tantrum… until Chase’s Instagram shows him partying hard in Abu Dhabi.Out of options, Ethan drives up to rural New York to convince Chase’s estranged twin, Beau, to pass him off as Chase for a week, but Ethan finds a hairy, rugged mountain man who couldn’t be more different from his social butterfly, influencer brother.Can Ethan transform Beau into the star of the show and fool his bosses and Chase’s followers? And when Beau turns out to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Problem With Perfect - Philip William Stover

The Butcher's Table - Allie D'Andrea

Join Allie D’Andrea (Outdoors Allie) to learn how to break down chicken, pork, and venison—then cook your way through recipes featuring your fresh cuts.​ If you’ve been wondering which knives to buy, started to break down an animal but wanted more guidance, or are looking for recipes where meat is the star of the show, you’ll find it in The Butcher’s Table. After a review of basics such as butchering tools and meat preparation, explore chapters organized by meat type: chicken, pork, and venison. Each chapter begins with an illustrated step-by-step tutorial on breaking down the animal, followed by recipes for both the star and showstopper cuts as well as recipes for making the most of bones, fat, and ground meat: Chicken: Oven-Baked Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings, Cherry Almond Chicken Salad, Oven-Roasted Mango Drumsticks, Fresh English Pea and Chicken Thigh Soup, Pan-Seared Chicken Breast with Peanut Sauce and Bright Slaw, Spicy Chicken Meatballs in Marinara Sauce, All-Purpose Chicken Stock Pork: Bone-In Smoked and Shredded Boston Butt, Reverse Seared Pork Chops with Apple Relish, Picnic Carnitas, Soy-Glazed Country-Style Ribs with Fresh Ginger, Fresh Shank-End Ham with Molasses Glaze, Pork Hock Barbecue Beans, Blanched Bone Pork Stock, Rendered Leaf Lard Venison: Coffee-Rubbed ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Butcher's Table - Allie D'Andrea

Vogue The Jewellery - Carol Woolton

Destined to become must-have visual sourcebooks for all those who love fashion, the Vogue Portfolio series continues with Vogue: The Jewellery by Vogue''s jewellery editor, Carol Woolton. From couture to costume jewellery, the brilliant pieces featured on the pages of British Vogue for almost a century have encapsulated the fashion zeitgeist of each new age for which they were created. Adorning princesses and rock chicks alike, the jewels shown here reveal a dazzling array of styles and moods - from fairy-tale romance to Jazz-age glamour, sculptural modernism to timeless elegance. On every page sumptuous jewellery is the star of the show, nourishing dreams in us all.In Vogue: The Jewellery Carol Woolton has curated a collection of more than 300 fabulous images and grouped them into five thematic chapters: Show-stoppers, Rock Chick, Minimalist, Exotic and Classical. From fantastical diamond-encrusted tiaras and intricate jet chokers to sculptural silver cuffs and the purity of a simple string of pearls, the book provides an evocative celebration of a century of magical jewellery, while also showcasing the work of British Vogue''s very best photographers including Norman Parkinson, Mario Testino, Anthony Denney, David Bailey, Arthur Elgort, Corinne Day, Cecil Beaton, Bruce Weber and Tim Walker.

Objev podobné jako Vogue The Jewellery - Carol Woolton

Theatre of Marvels - Lianne Dillsworth

'Richly evocative and glittering with atmosphere, this tale of ambition and identity had me gripped from start to finish' STACEY HALLS _________________________________Crowds gather at Crillick's Variety Theatre, where curiosity is satisfied with displays of intrigue and fear. They're here for the star of the show - the Great Amazonia warrior. They needn't know this warrior is in fact Zillah, a mixed-race actress from the East End fooling them each night with her thrilling performance. But something is amiss, and when Crillick's new act goes missing Zillah feels compelled to investigate, knowing the fates that can befall women in Victorian London. From the bustle of the West India Docks to the coffee houses of Fleet Street to the parlours of Mayfair, Zillah's journey for answers will find her caught between both sides of her own identity, and between two men: her wealthy white admirer, and an African merchant appalled by her act. Will Zillah be forced to confront the price of her own performance? And in risking everything can she also save herself?Featuring a defiant heroine for our times and a theatrical world of fragile dreams and ruthless ambition, THEATRE OF MARVELS shines a light on the experience of being Black ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Theatre of Marvels - Lianne Dillsworth

The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake

Who says you need lessons to start making music? With The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake, every child can be the star of the show. Discover the enchanting world of Swan Lake in this interactive musical storybook – just press the keys to play Tchaikovsky’s spellbinding score!The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake invites children to step into the story and make the music themselves – no lessons needed, just a sense of fun. With a built-in keyboard that sounds just like a piano and colour-coded notes on every page, children can play along as they follow the scenes from Tchaikovsky’s magical ballet.Using a simple one-finger method, budding musicians can learn 8 short, memorable melodies from Swan Lake, building confidence as they go. With a clear colour and letter-coded system, even the youngest players can follow along independently. And when they’re ready, there’s space to get creative and compose their own tunes using the full 14-key piano.This interactive musical book brings the world of classical music to life in a way that’s playful, imaginative and completely child-led. With storytelling at its heart, The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake is the perfect first piano book for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake

The Sweet Potato Cookbook - Heather Thomas

Loved all over in the form of sweet potato fries, roasted whole with yummy toppings, and even baked in brownies, this cheap, nutritious and accessible root veg adds a nutty sweetness to any recipe – perfect for a comforting side dish but also amazing as the star of the show, and this cookbook puts sweet potato in the spotlight! From Sweet potato pancakes and Savoury sweet potato and parmesan muffins, to Spiralized sweet potato pasta, Sweet potato enchiladas, and even Sweet potato and hazelnut brownies, you’ll find tasty and creative brunches, lunches, salads, suppers and desserts to suit all tastes.As well as tasting delicious, sweet potatoes are a powerful package of protein, fibre and vitamins. So make sure you indulge in some guilt-free carb cooking, and discover the potential of this versatile veg with The Sweet Potato Cookbook – the perfect way to sweeten your day.

Objev podobné jako The Sweet Potato Cookbook - Heather Thomas

The Quiet Little Firework - Nicola Coppack

A quiet firework learns that you don’t need to make a BIG BANG to put on a beautiful show. Little Firework is struggling to be heard above his noisy friends. Unlike them, he can’t BOOM or BANG, whoosh, sizzle or pop! In fact, he can’t make any loud noise at all! Little Firework worries he won’t ever be good enough. Luckily, a friendly moth is there to teach him that being quiet can be fun too. With beautiful illustrations and loveable characters, this gentle story shares an important message: You don’t have to be loud to be the star of the show.

Objev podobné jako The Quiet Little Firework - Nicola Coppack

The Story of Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Celebrating 85 years of Sparking ImaginationsA beautiful clothbound edition of the much-loved modern classic The Story of Tracy Beaker. Bound in real cloth with two coloured foils and sprayed coloured edges, this deluxe edition is a perfect gift or collector’s item. Part of an eight book set published to mark the 85th anniversary of Puffin Books. With a brand-new foreword from Beth Lincoln.''I''m Tracy Beaker. This is a book all about me. I''d read it if I were you. It''s the most incredible dynamic heart-rending story. Honest.''Tracy is ten years old. She lives in a Children''s Home but would like a real home one day, with a real family. Meet Tracy, follow her story and share her hopes for the future in this beautifully observed, touching and often very funny tale, all told in Tracy''s own words.Collect all eight titles in the Puffin Clothbound 85th Anniversary CollectionTHE STORY OF TRACY BEAKER by Jacqueline Wilson with a foreword by Beth LincolnDIARY OF A WIMPY KID by Jeff Kinney with a foreword by Dapo AdeolaCHARLOTTE’S WEB by E.B. White with a foreword by Jordan LeesMATILDA by Roald Dahl with a foreword by Robin StevensTHE EXTREMELY EMBARRASSING LIFE OF LOTTIE BROOKS by Katie ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Story of Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilsonová

The Story of Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilsonová

STRICTLY PRIVATE. KEEP OUT ON PAIN OF DEATH.I''m Tracy Beaker - have you heard of me? I''m stuck in The Dumping Ground just at the moment, but I''m sure my Mum will come and get me soon. A certain Justine-Hateful-Littlewood has stolen my best friend Louise but I don''t let it get me down. I never cry. Ever. I''ve done a bit of screaming and stamping in my time mind you … I like eating birthday cake. And Smarties and Big Macs with French fries and strawberry milkshakes. I also like story writing. This is a story all about me - so I know you''ll enjoy it!Includes exclusive material: In ‘The Backstory’ you can read an interview with Jacqueline Wilson and take Nick Sharratt''s drawing challenge!Vintage Children’s Classics is a twenty-first century classics list aimed at 8-12 year olds and the adults in their lives. Discover timeless favourites from The Jungle Book and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland to modern classics such as The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas and The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

Objev podobné jako The Story of Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilsonová

The Story of Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Tracy is back on TV in My Mum Tracy Beaker and The Beaker Girls! Watch the major TV series on CBBC and iPlayer. The original classic and much-loved tale featuring Jacqueline Wilson''s most popular character, the one-and-only Tracy Beaker. ''I''m Tracy Beaker. This is a book all about me. I''d read it if I were you. It''s the most incredible dynamic heart-rending story. Honest.''Tracy is ten years old. She lives in a Children''s Home but would like a real home one day, with a real family. Meet Tracy, follow her story and share her hopes for the future in this beautifully observed, touching and often very funny tale, all told in Tracy''s own words.''Tracy is lively and spirited and her narrative funny and moving'' - The Bookseller

Objev podobné jako The Story of Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilsonová

The Best Sleepover in the World - Jacqueline Wilsonová

A long-awaited sequel to the hugely popular book Sleepovers!Daisy''s worst ever enemy Chloe is desperate to win back her friends so she announces she''s going to have THE BEST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD. There''s going to be a swim in a luxury pool, a special makeover for every guest, and a real live meeting with a social media superstar.All Chloe''s old friends are invited, even Daisy''s best friend Emily. But Daisy is left out.Daisy''s sister Lily is non-verbal but she''s learned Makaton at her new special school. She signs to Daisy that she wants a sleepover. Will family and friends somehow make Lily''s party THE BEST SLEEPOVER IN THE WORLD?A moving look at friendship, sleepovers and siblings from the much loved, bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.Jacqueline Wilson, top 5 bestselling children''s author in the UK of all time, Nielsen Book Scan, June 2024

Objev podobné jako The Best Sleepover in the World - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Dancing the Charleston - Jacqueline Wilsonová

A glittering trip back in time to the 1920s!In a little cottage on the edge of the grand Somerset Estate, Mona lives with her aunt - a dressmaker to the lady of the house.Life on the edge of the Somerset Estate means that Mona knows she will never have a life full of beautiful clothes and riches. But soon, that will all change . . .When Lady Somerset dies and a new member of the family inherits the house, Mona is propelled into a life of razzle-dazzle parties, new Bohemian friends and wonderful trips to London.However, even with these changes Mona discovers that she cannot dance away from her past.A sparkling, glamorous story where history is brought to life for children like never before, from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.‘Wild glamour, class conflict, buried secrets and a cameo appearance by Hetty Feather are all delivered with Wilson’s inimitable, intensely readable flair, interspersed with Nick Sharratt’s cheery illustrations’ - The Guardian

Objev podobné jako Dancing the Charleston - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Mark Spark in the Dark - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Everyone thinks Mark is the bravest boy in the whole school. But secretly Mark is afraid of the dark! One night, when he thinks his gran is in trouble, Mark is the only one who can help. But can Mark be brave enough to help his gran in the pitch black night-time...?

Objev podobné jako Mark Spark in the Dark - Jacqueline Wilsonová

The Werepuppy - Jacqueline Wilsonová

A werewolf video leaves Micky terrified of dogs. Mum decides the only answer is to get Micky a puppy of his own. To everyone''s surprise - including Micky''s - he chooses a werepuppy. But Wolfie turns out to be a very special pet - and a real joker.

Objev podobné jako The Werepuppy - Jacqueline Wilsonová

Sins of the Fathers - Jacqueline New

A body underground. An ancient ritual. A killer in the shadows. The real game is just beginning... When a body is found in the depths of Mary King’s Close, DCI 'Mac' McNeill is thrust into a case involving the burden of sins and an old ritual tied to absolution. With each clue, he is drawn closer to a confrontation with a killer driven by a twisted sense of justice. As the investigation intensifies, Mac faces threats from a powerful adversary within the force, who aims to dominate the criminal underworld. Forced to protect those he cares about, Mac sends Clio and her daughter to safety on Skye, where he must finally confront his traumatic past. But just as the truth feels within reach, a shocking discovery changes everything. Someone has been watching.Sins of the Fathers is the gripping fourth book in Jacqueline New's DCI McNeill Crime Thriller series, perfect for fans of gritty British crime fiction. _________________________________Praise for the DCI McNeill Crime Thriller series:? ? ? ? ? Outstanding Edinburgh noir. ? ? ? ? ? What a fantastic read. ? ? ? ? ? A great psychological thriller. ? ? ? ? ? My goodness, what a ride. ? ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Sins of the Fathers - Jacqueline New

Paddington in Peru: The Story of the Movie - Anna Wilsonová

New for 2024, the unmissable, official novelisation of the third Paddington movie! In his third big screen outing from Studiocanal, the creators of Wonka and the Harry Potter movies, Paddington and the Browns leave Windsor Gardens to embark on an epic adventure to visit Aunt Lucy at The Home for Retired Bears. There, they find a mystery that sends them on a hilarious and thrilling journey along the Amazon, through the jungle and up to the mountain peaks of Peru. This wonderful retelling of the cinematic film has been penned by Anna Wilson, based on the story by Paul King, Mark Burton and Simon Farnaby, and the screenplay written by Mark Burton, Jon Foster and James Lamont.

Objev podobné jako Paddington in Peru: The Story of the Movie - Anna Wilsonová

National Trust: A Story of the Seasons - Anna Wilsonová

Discover the secrets of the changing seasons in this enchanting and fact-filled guide to nature. Follow wildlife season by season, finding out about the exciting - and sometimes surprising - stories of the animals, plants and places you see around you. Meet tiny tadpoles growing into frogs in spring and colourful butterflies clustering around the summer wildflowers.Follow hedgehogs as they find safe places to hibernate among the falling autumn leaves, and birds searching for berries to eat during the coldest winter months. A seasonal nature story for the whole family to treasure.

Objev podobné jako National Trust: A Story of the Seasons - Anna Wilsonová

Scars of the Past - Jacqueline New

In the heart of Edinburgh, a killer leaves a trail of secrets carved in blood.As the leader of the Serious Crime Unit, DCI ‘Mac’ McNeill is no stranger to the city''s darkest secrets. But when a body marked with Celtic symbols is discovered in a run-down tower block, the case challenges even his seasoned instincts.With the victim''s ties to the treacherous drug scene and a notorious crime lord complicating matters, Mac seeks the help of Dr. Clio Wray, an expert in ancient symbology.But when a second body emerges, an unsettling connection is made to Mac himself.The case spirals into uncharted territory.The gripping first instalment in the DCI McNeill crime thriller series._______________________Praise for the DCI McNeill series:5.0 out of 5 stars An Action-packed Thriller That Grabbed My Attention from the Start.5.0 out of 5 stars My goodness, what a ride. This book outstanding.5.0 out of 5 stars Mac made a fascinating lead character and the way his team was put together is credit to a superb plot.5.0 out of 5 stars What a fantastic read5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Edinburgh noir5.0 out of 5 stars A great psychological thriller

Objev podobné jako Scars of the Past - Jacqueline New

The Mind of the Leader - Jacqueline Carter, Rasmus Hougaard

Join the global movement that''s making corporations more people-centric to achieve great results.The world is facing a global leadership crisis. Seventy-seven percent of leaders think they do a good job of engaging their people, yet 88 percent of employees say their leaders don''t engage enough. There is also a high level of suffering in the workplace: 35 percent of employees would forgo a pay raise to see their leaders fired.This is an enormous waste of human talent--despite the fact that $46 billion is spent each year on leadership development.Based on extensive research, including assessments of more than 35,000 leaders and interviews with 250 C-level executives, The Mind of the Leader concludes that organizations and leaders aren''t meeting employees'' basic human needs of finding meaning, purpose, connection, and genuine happiness in their work.But more than a description of the problem, The Mind of the Leader offers a radical, yet practical, solution. To solve the leadership crisis, organizations need to put people at the center of their strategy. They need to develop managers and executives who lead with three core mental qualities: mindfulness, selflessness, and compassion.Using real-world inspirational examples from Marriott, Accenture, McKinsey & Company, LinkedIn, and many more, The Mind of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Mind of the Leader - Jacqueline Carter, Rasmus Hougaard

Doctor Who: Magic of the Angels - Jacqueline Rayner

''No one from this time will ever see that girl again...''The Doctor, Amy and Rory round off a sight-seeing tour round London with a trip to the theatre. That''s when things start to go wrong.The Doctor wonders why so many young girls are going missing from the area. When he sees Sammy Star''s amazing magic act, he thinks he knows the answer. Sammy''s glamorous assistant disappears at the climax of the act - but this is no stage trick.The Doctor and his friends team up with residents of an old people''s home to discover the truth. And together they find themselves face to face with a deadly Weeping Angel.Whatever you do - don''t blink!A thrilling all-new adventure featuring the Doctor, Amy and Rory, as played by Matt Smith, Karen Gillan and Arthur Darvill in the spectacular hit series from BBC Television

Objev podobné jako Doctor Who: Magic of the Angels - Jacqueline Rayner

Star of the North - D. B. John

''Extraordinary...smart, sophisticated, suspenseful - and important. If you try one new thing this year, make it Star of the North'' LEE CHILD__________________________North Korea and the USA are on the brink of war.A young American woman disappears without trace from a South Korean island.The CIA recruits her twin sister to uncover the truth.Now, she must go undercover in the world’s most deadly state.Only by infiltrating the dark heart of the terrifying regime will she be able to save her sister…and herself.___________________________‘Tense and compelling.’ James Swallow, Sunday Times bestselling author of NOMAD

Objev podobné jako Star of the North - D. B. John

Star of the Sea - Joseph O'Connor

In the bitter winter of 1847, from an Ireland torn by injustice and natural disaster, the Star of the Sea sets sail for New York.On board are hundreds of fleeing refugees. Among them are a maidservant with a devastating secret, bankrupt Lord Merridith and his family, an aspiring novelist and a maker of revolutionary ballads, all braving the Atlantic in search of a new home. Each is connected more deeply than they can possibly know.But a camouflaged killer is stalking the decks, hungry for the vengeance that will bring absolution.**A NEW YORK TIMES BEST BOOK SINCE 2000**''A triumph...A spectacular breakthrough'' Sunday Times''Ireland''s most brilliant storyteller'' Independent on SundayJOSEPH O''CONNOR''S STUNNING NEW NOVEL, MY FATHER''S HOUSE, IS AVAILABLE NOW

Objev podobné jako Star of the Sea - Joseph O'Connor

Star of the North - Anne Jacobsová

Marjorie is the pretty one of the Preston sisters. So pretty that when a performer at her sister’s music room breaks her leg, Marjorie is asked to fill in as the assistant to the singer Denby Sinclair. He offers to take her with him, away from Lancashire and into London theatres. It seems as if her dreams will come true, but Denby is not what he seems. He has a dangerous secret, which, if it were to be revealed, would ruin her. Marjorie, however, is reckless and will take any risk for a chance to work on the stage. And when disaster strikes, she is left alone and away from the North. Can she regain her heart’s desire and find happiness again? Just as it seems she has overcome her troubles, another danger arises in Hedderby, one that threatens her and her family.

Objev podobné jako Star of the North - Anne Jacobsová

The Silent Film Star Murders - Melodie Campbell

Embarking on another transatlantic crossing in 1928, merry widow Lady Lucy Revelstoke welcomes new guests aboard the Victoriana, including Renata Harwood, star of the silver screen, and Stella Burke, her bitter protégée-turned-rival. Everyone expects these leading ladies to serve up delicious drama over dinner, but true tragedy strikes when a young woman goes missing. Has she been seduced by a cad? Are they hiding in second class, or has the poor girl thrown herself overboard?Then a crew member is brutally murdered, and questions arise about just who the intended victim may have been.Lucy and her pickpocket-turned-maid Elf set out to investigate intricate relationships and scandalous shared histories, determined to uncover if and how a theatrical rivalry can explode into sensational murder.

Objev podobné jako The Silent Film Star Murders - Melodie Campbell

The Hidden Life Lessons of Mr. Miyagi - Sensei Ron Thomas

In The Hidden Life Lessons of Mr. Miyagi, renowned actor and co-star of The Karate Kid, mindset expert, revered sensei, world champion, and esteemed life coach Sensei Ron Thomas draws from a lifetime of experience in high performance and human potential—not to mention martial arts—to expose the profound and untold wisdom hidden in Mr. Miyagi''s on-screen teachings.Each chapter unearths a stand-alone life lesson buried in the iconic movie The Karate Kid and reveals its mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual implications. This book puts the spirit of Mr. Miyagi in the reader''s hands, offering fresh strategies for winning life. It presents distinctive ways to think about and overcome personal and professional challenges from the position of a master and ushers the charge toward true success and abundant happiness.Sensei Ron Thomas has spent a lifetime exploring the interwoven dynamics between human potential, universal laws, the psychology of winning, and the practice of self-mastery. He’s coached collegiate and professional athletes, entertainers, and high-level entrepreneurs, helping them uplevel their game. Now, he shares profound insights into living and working masterfully and the immeasurable benefits of doing so.This eye-opening text serves as a transformative guide to a Miyagi-inspired mindset aimed at helping the reader escape ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Hidden Life Lessons of Mr. Miyagi - Sensei Ron Thomas

Feeling Seen: The Photographs of Campbell Addy

This first and only monograph of a rising star of the photography scene features work from major labels and magazines, outtakes from shoots, and newly commissioned texts by Edward Enninful and Ekow Eshun on the importance of authentic diversity behind and in front of the camera. From major portraits of the likes of Kendall Jenner, FKA Twigs, and Tyler, the Creator to cover shoots for leading magazines such as Time, Rolling Stone, and Garage, Campbell Addy has quickly become one of the most in-demand photographers of his generation. The book opens with a foreword by British Vogue’s editor-in-chief, Edward Enninful, discussing the intersection of photography, race, beauty, and representation. This is followed by a broad selection of Addy’s striking photographs, which range from prominent fashion and magazine commissions to candid portraiture. Quotes from leading Black figures including Naomi Campbell and Nadine Ijewere are woven between Addy’s striking imagery, in which these trailblazing Black creatives reflect on the first time they felt seen in their industry. The book closes with a deeper exploration of Addy’s more personal imagery and influences, paying tribute to the heritage of Black photographers through the work of Ajamu and James Barnor. In conversation with curator and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Feeling Seen: The Photographs of Campbell Addy

The Weight of Beautiful - Jackie Goldschneider

Jackie Goldschneider, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, bravely chronicles her decades-long battle with anorexia and public journey to recovery in this unflinching, moving, and ultimately inspiring self-written memoir.All Jackie Goldschneider ever wanted was to be thin. As a child, she’d stand in front of the mirror, sucking in her stomach and arching her back to feel her ribs, praying to see a model-like figure looking back. As an obese teen, lonely and tormented by her weight, her doctor encouraged her to start dieting, ultimately leading to a prolonged battle with anorexia that nearly took her life. After decades of hiding her eating disorder from friends, family, and the world, Jackie is ready to expose the realities of her devastating struggle with anorexia, including the harrowing day-to-day tactics she employed to count calories and restrict meals, her struggles with fertility and pregnancy, the effects her eating disorder had on her relationships with her husband and children, and ultimately how, in a twist of fate, becoming a reality TV star saved her life. The Weight of Beautiful is Jackie’s personal story, but within it are also the stories of millions like her, striving to lead healthy, happy lives despite ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Weight of Beautiful - Jackie Goldschneider

The Weight of Beautiful - Jackie Goldschneider

Jackie Goldschneider, star of The Real Housewives of New Jersey, bravely chronicles her decades-long battle with anorexia and public journey to recovery in this “courageously candid” (Kirkus Reviews) memoir.All Jackie Goldschneider ever wanted was to be thin. As a child, she’d stand in front of the mirror, sucking in her stomach and arching her back to feel her ribs, praying to see a model-like figure looking back. As an obese teen, lonely and tormented by her weight, her doctor encouraged her to start dieting, ultimately leading to a prolonged battle with anorexia that nearly took her life. After decades of hiding her eating disorder from friends, family, and the world, Jackie is ready to expose the realities of her devastating struggle, including the harrowing day-to-day tactics she employed to count calories and restrict meals, her struggles with fertility and pregnancy, the effects of her eating disorder on her relationships with her husband and children, and ultimately how, in a twist of fate, becoming a reality TV star saved her life. The Weight of Beautiful is Jackie’s personal story, but within it are also the stories of millions like her, striving to lead healthy, happy lives despite their eating disorders. In ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Weight of Beautiful - Jackie Goldschneider

The Legacy of Fawlty Towers - Jacqui Collier

The first book to cover the Fawlty Towers stage plays, this book annotates the episodes with details to assist 21st century viewers, collates a wide range of interviews and reviews from across the decades and around the world, and discusses censorship, criticism of the show, and remakes. The Legacy of Fawlty Towers draws on interviews with the cast and crew completed in 2009, as well as reviews and articles from the last 15 years that have not been covered anywhere before. It also includes rediscovered archive material, original photographs and artwork, and new interviews. The book contains a comprehensive episode guide with information about filming, the cast, and the crew; a guide to the hotel and its inhabitants; and an abundance of related material from 1975 to 2025. It mentions the war once or twice but I think we get away with it.

Objev podobné jako The Legacy of Fawlty Towers - Jacqui Collier

The Wit and Wisdom of Tyrion Lannister - George R. R. Martin

This book showcases the best and most humorous quotes from George R.R. Martin's favourite character Tyrion Lannister, the worldly, jaded, funny, highly intelligent, cynical, womanizing star of the books. A perfect stocking-filler for every fan of the books, and of HBO's award-winning television series.

Objev podobné jako The Wit and Wisdom of Tyrion Lannister - George R. R. Martin

Interviews with the ghosts of pirates - John Townsend

Live from the Crypt is a hilarious information series with an undead chat-show format where ghostly historical figures are interviewed by the crew of the show about their lives and experiences. In this volume, the ghosts of famous and fearsome pirates, including Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, Mary Read, Bartholomew Roberts, and Ching Shih are interviewed about their criminal careers and often horrible fates.

Objev podobné jako Interviews with the ghosts of pirates - John Townsend

Star Wars: Padawan - White Kiersten

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!BEING A TEENAGER IS HARD ENOUGH WITHOUT ALSO TRAINING TO BE A JEDI….Obi-Wan sets out on a mission alone, determined to prove himself. He encounters a pack of feral, Force-wielding teens who seem to be the mysterious planet''s only inhabitants. As he experiences wild freedom, Obi-Wan can’t escape the nagging sense that something is wrong with the Force there. Growing attachments, startling revelations, and a looming threat to both the planet and his new friends brings Obi-Wan face-to-face with his worst fear: maybe he was never supposed to be a Jedi at all.It''s the star of the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ limited series as you’ve never seen him before….Don''t miss these other Star Wars young adult novels:Star Wars: AshokaStar Wars: Queen''s ShadowStar Wars: Queen''s PerilStar Wars: Queen''s HopeStar Wars: Poe Dameron: FreefallStar Wars: The High Republic: Into the DarkStar Wars: The High Republic: Midnight HorizonStar Wars: The High Republic: Out of the ShadowsStar Wars: Leia, Princess of Alderaan

Objev podobné jako Star Wars: Padawan - White Kiersten

The Rubbish World of.... Dave Spud (Official Guide) - Sweet Cherry Publishing, Dan Metcalf

Based on CITV's most-watched after school show starring Johnny Vegas! Packed with character profiles, story spreads, silly pranks and fun games, An Official Guide to... The Rubbish World of Dave Spud is a must-have for fans of the show.

Objev podobné jako The Rubbish World of.... Dave Spud (Official Guide) - Sweet Cherry Publishing, Dan Metcalf

Ada Twist and the Disappearing Dogs: (The Questioneers Book #5) - Andrea Beaty

Ada Twist and the Disappearing Dogs is the fifth story in author Andrea Beaty and illustrator David Roberts’s New York Times bestselling Questioneers chapter book series following Ada Twist, the star of the Netflix TV show! Blue River Creek has a problem: there’s a pet thief on the loose! Or at least, Sofia and Iggy are convinced that there is once their pets go missing. But as a scientist, Ada knows it’s important not to jump to conclusions and to follow the facts. How will they find out what really happened to the town’s pets? By using the scientific method, of course! Through making a hypothesis, collecting data, and experimentation, the Questioneers must find the missing animals before even more pets disappear!Check out all the books in the Questioneers Series: The Questioneers Picture Book Series: Iggy Peck, Architect | Rosie Revere, Engineer | Ada Twist, Scientist | Sofia Valdez, Future Prez | Aaron Slater, Illustrator | Lila Greer, Teacher of the Year | Billie Jean Peet, AthleteThe Questioneers Chapter Book Series: Rosie Revere and the Raucous Riveters | Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants | Iggy Peck and the Mysterious Mansion | Sofia Valdez and the Vanishing Vote | Ada ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Ada Twist and the Disappearing Dogs: (The Questioneers Book #5) - Andrea Beaty

Listening to the Animals: Becoming The Supervet - Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

THE MASSIVE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER. A powerful, heart-warming and inspiring memoir from the UK''s most famous and beloved vet, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick - star of the Channel 4 series The Supervet.Growing up on the family farm in Ballyfin, Ireland, Noel''s childhood was spent tending to the cattle and sheep, the hay and silage, the tractors and land, his beloved sheepdog Pirate providing solace from the bullies that plagued him at school. It was this bond with Pirate, and a fateful night spent desperately trying to save a newborn lamb, that inspired Noel to enter the world of veterinary science - and set him on the path to becoming The Supervet.Now, in this long-awaited memoir, Noel recounts this often-surprising journey that sees him leaving behind a farm animal practice in rural Ireland to set up Fitzpatrick Referrals in Surrey, one of the most advanced small animal specialist centres in the world. We meet the animals that paved the way, from calving cows and corralling bullocks to talkative parrots and bionic cats and dogs. Noel has listened to the many lessons that the animals in his care have taught him, and especially the times he has shared with his beloved Keira, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Listening to the Animals: Becoming The Supervet - Professor Noel Fitzpatrick

Yves Saint Laurent: The Scandal Collection, 1971 - Olivier Saillard, Dominique Veillon

Yves Saint Laurent: The Scandal Collection, 1971 offers a behind-the-scenes look at the controversial “Libération" collection that scandalized the fashion press—but ended up setting trends that conquered popular fashion. Beautifully illustrated and documented with well-researched essays curated by Olivier Saillard and Dominique Veillon, this gorgeous volume is enriched with personal interviews and archival photographs of the show, the models, the designs, and the textile and print samples, as well as sketches and international press clippings. For those who admire Saint Laurent’s life and work, for historians looking back at key moments in fashion history, and for designers looking for inspiration, this book and the work it displays will be a resource that will be referred to again and again. Whether as a gift for the fashionable or to leaf through and display as a coffee table book, The Scandal Collection, 1971 will not disappoint. On January 21, 1971, couturier Yves Saint Laurent presented his spring-summer haute couture collection. Inspired by the garments of the war years, the collection included short dresses, platform shoes, square shoulders, and exaggerated makeup. The show caused an outrage among the public, the critics, and the press alike, earning it the title of “Paris’s ugliest collection.” ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Yves Saint Laurent: The Scandal Collection, 1971 - Olivier Saillard, Dominique Veillon

The Shining (1444720724)

Kniha The Shining od Stephena Kinga vypráví příběh pětiletého Dannyho, který má psychické schopnosti. Když se jeho rodina přestěhuje jako správci do opuštěného hotelu Overlook, Danny začne zažívat děsivé vize. Hotel ožívá vlastním životem a rodina se ocitá v pasti během zimní bouře.

  • Klasický horor od Stephena Kinga v anglickém jazyce
  • Brožovaná vazba pro snadné čtení a přenášení
  • Intenzivní atmosféra izolace a nadpřirozena
  • Poutavý příběh s psychologickými prvky

Objev podobné jako The Shining (1444720724)

The American Mission - Matthew Palmer

Global headlines come to life as intrigue and international politics collide in this electrifying debut thriller from Matthew Palmer.''Detailed and atmospheric, The American Mission is an exciting, grown-up spy thriller packed with insider knowledge. Highly recommended.'' Charles CummingAfter a devastating experience in Darfur strips Alex Baines, former rising star of the State Department, of his security clearances, he is faced with two choices: spend the rest of his career in visa-stamping limbo or move to the private sector. On the verge of resigning, he receives a call from his old mentor with an incredible opportunity to start over with a role in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Yet the job isn’t quite what Alex imagined it to be, for he finds a shady U.S.-based mining company involved everywhere he turns.As violence in the political climate escalates, Alex struggles to balance the best interests of the United States with the fate of the Congo and its people. His loyalties are put to the test as he races to determine the right course of action.''A thrilling read with razor-sharp prose and a haunted, memorable hero... Left me breathless and thinking long after the last page.'' Dreda Say Mitchell, CWA Dagger-winning author''A ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The American Mission - Matthew Palmer

The Countdown Puzzle Book Volume 2 - ITV Ventures Ltd

A BRAND NEW COUNTDOWN PUZZLE BOOK, PERFECT FOR FANS OF THE SHOW!Think you have what it takes to be a Countdown contestant?Do you enjoy playing along with the show at home?Do you know where the phrase ''The Full Monty'' comes from?Whether you consider yourself an expert, or just want to play Countdown-themed challenges at your leisure, this is the perfect book for you. It contains over 750 number and word puzzles based on your favourite quiz show, including the opportunity to take on contestants on the show by challenging yourself to beat their score, and even speed rounds if you fancy more of a challenge. There are feature puzzles of themed letters rounds and conundrums, as well as special maths and letters challenges.Colin has provided his own teatime teasers under different categories, and for those who are amazed by Rachel''s numerical agility there are black-belt maths challenges to see if you can solve those sums only she could manage on the show! Throughout are some of the best of Susie''s fascinating ''Origins of Words'' features. All in all, this is the ultimate book for all fans of Countdown!

Objev podobné jako The Countdown Puzzle Book Volume 2 - ITV Ventures Ltd

The Repair Shop Puzzle Book - The Repair Shop

The first puzzle book based on the BAFTA-award-winning television show The Repair Shop. The first puzzle book based on the BAFTA-award-winning television show The Repair Shop. Think you know about the Repair Shop, its crafts, craftspeople and stories? Looking for fun brainteasers, word games and quizzes to train your brain and hone your problem solving skills? It's time to put your knowledge to the test with this collection of questions and puzzles designed to challenge and entertain. Blending together basic trivia, complex wordplay and a range of visual teasers, the book calls on the knowledge of Repair Shop experts to provide hours of challenges inspired by the iconic barn and the work that goes on inside. From silversmithing and woodworking, to teddy bears, clocks and paintings, the puzzles draw on the wide range of skills and objects that the Repair Shop team are famed for. With difficulty levels varying from pleasantly tricky to fiendishly hard, The Repair Shop Puzzle Book will delight all fans of the show.

Objev podobné jako The Repair Shop Puzzle Book - The Repair Shop

Murder in the Dressing Room - Holly Stars

LIPSTICK, LIES, AND LETHAL SECRETS: A DAZZLING NEW CRIME THRILLER FOR FANS OF JANICE HALLETT AND TOM HINDLE''What Miss Marple did with tweeds and knitting, Misty Divine does with rhinestones and stilettos.'' - Jenny Bayliss--Meet Misty Divine - your favourite new amateur sleuth!Drag isn''t just dramatic. It''s deadly...By day, shy hotel accountant Joe hides behind their desk and plays by the rules.By night, Joe takes to the stage as Misty Divine, an upcoming star of the London drag scene. But when Misty’s mentor, Lady Lady, is found dead in her dressing room, Misty finds herself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Because Lady Lady was murdered – and as the only ones with access to her room, Misty and her fellow performers quickly become prime suspects.Heartbroken by the loss, and frustrated by the inaction of the police, Joe is determined to uncover the killer in their midst. But what can they, a mere hotel accountant, possibly do?This is a case for Misty Divine…--AUTHORS ARE GAGGED BY MURDER IN THE DRESSING ROOM:''Smart and sassy, a sequin-studded murder mystery with blood on the runway. Detective fiction has never been so glam!'' AJ WEST ''Misty Divine’s first show is a brilliantly ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder in the Dressing Room - Holly Stars

The Wardrobe Department - Elaine Garvey

Mairead works all hours in a run-down West End theatre''s wardrobe department, her whole existence made up of threads and needles, running errands to mend shoes, fixing broken zips and handwashing underwear. She must also do her best to avoid groping hands backstage and the terrible bullying of the show''s producer.But, despite her skill and growing experience, half of Mair?ad remains in her windy, hedge-filled home in Ireland, and the life she abandoned there. In noughties London, she has the potential to be somebody completely new - why, then, does she feel so stuck? Between the bustling side streets of Soho, and the wet grass of Leitrim and Donegal, Mair?ad is caught, running from the girl she was but unable to reveal the woman she''d hoped to become.Told with rare honesty and equal measures of warmth and bite, The Wardrobe Department is a story about reckoning with the past, finding the courage to change the present - and asking what comes next.

Objev podobné jako The Wardrobe Department - Elaine Garvey

The American Mission - Matthew Palmer

Global headlines come to life as intrigue and international politics collide in this electrifying debut thriller from Matthew Palmer.''Detailed and atmospheric, The American Mission is an exciting, grown-up spy thriller packed with insider knowledge. Highly recommended.'' Charles CummingAfter a devastating experience in Darfur strips Alex Baines, former rising star of the State Department, of his security clearances, he is faced with two choices: spend the rest of his career in visa-stamping limbo or move to the private sector. On the verge of resigning, he receives a call from his old mentor with an incredible opportunity to start over with a role in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Yet the job isn’t quite what Alex imagined it to be, for he finds a shady U.S.-based mining company involved everywhere he turns.As violence in the political climate escalates, Alex struggles to balance the best interests of the United States with the fate of the Congo and its people. His loyalties are put to the test as he races to determine the right course of action.''A thrilling read with razor-sharp prose and a haunted, memorable hero... Left me breathless and thinking long after the last page.'' Dreda Say Mitchell, CWA Dagger-winning author''A ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The American Mission - Matthew Palmer

The Woman in the Wood - M.K. Hill

A reality TV star becomes a suspect in an Essex murder case in the sharp, funny and moving new thriller from M.K. HillThree years ago, Danny ''Abs'' Cruikshank, star of reality show Laid in Essex!, was living the dream. But on the night of the party, everything changed.It was supposed to be an intimate weekend gathering, just a few close friends in a remote cottage in Wales. But after a night of heavy drinking in the village pub, a local girl was reported missing – and never seen again. Abs and his friends had been the last to see her alive.No-one was ever charged, but the controversy destroyed Abs''s career. And now one of his mates has been murdered...DI Sasha Dawson and her team must race against the clock to find the killer before they strike again – but first she must discover what happened to Rhiannon Jenkins on the night she vanished. Will the truth set Abs free? Or bury him?Don''t miss ZERO KILL, the latest edge-of-your-seat thriller from author MK Hill. Bursting with tension, twists and humour, it is perfect for fans of Killing Eve, Lee Child and people who loved watching Nobody and Hunted. Available to order ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako The Woman in the Wood - M.K. Hill

Murder in the Dressing Room - Holly Stars

LIPSTICK, LIES, AND LETHAL SECRETS - A DAZZLING CRIME THRILLER FOR FANS OF JANICE HALLETT AND TOM HINDLEMeet Misty Divine - your new favourite amateur sleuth!Drag isn't just dramatic. It's deadly... By day, shy hotel accountant Joe hides behind their desk and plays by the rules. By night, Joe takes to the stage as Misty Divine, an upcoming star of the London drag scene. But when Misty’s mentor, Lady Lady, is found dead in her dressing room, Misty finds herself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Because Lady Lady was murdered – and as the only ones with access to her room, Misty and her fellow performers quickly become prime suspects. Heartbroken by the loss, and frustrated by the inaction of the police, Joe is determined to uncover the killer in their midst. But what can they, a mere hotel accountant, possibly do?This is a case for Misty Divine…--CRITICS ARE GAGGED BY MURDER IN THE DRESSING ROOM:'A gloriously fun murder mystery...with red herrings and twists that will keep you guessing until the end. Misty Divine is the star of the show!' C.L. MILLER'Smart and sassy, a sequin-studded murder mystery with blood on the runway...detective fiction has never been ... Unknown localization key: "more"

Objev podobné jako Murder in the Dressing Room - Holly Stars