the black crescent jane johnsonova

1950s Morocco: murder, magic and divided loyalties...Hamou Badi is born in a mountain village with the magical signs of the zouhry on his hands. The zouhry is a figure of legend, capable of finding all manner of treasure. But instead of finding treasure, young Hamou finds a body.Haunted by this unsolved murder, Hamou goes on to train as a police officer in Casablanca. Yet the city is trapped in a nationalist uprising, and Hamou is soon torn between his heritage and his employers. How will he choose between all he knows and all he loves? Hugely enjoyable Rachel Hore Compelling The Times â ˜Addictive readingâ ™ Viggo Mortensenâ ˜Powerful and transportiveâ ™ Elizabeth Chadwickâ ˜A must-readâ ™ Chat

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A brilliant novel of love, loss, forgiveness, and healing wrapped in Cornwall start to finish. Liz Fenwick This book does not hesitate to evoke a sense of wonder. Robin Hobb In a valley steeped in legend lies an abandoned house where Edens may be lost, found and remade... The White Valley in the far west of Cornwall cuts deeply through bluebell woods down to the sea. The house above the beach has lain neglected since the war. It comes with a reputation, which is why Mila and her mother Magda acquire it so cheaply in the fateful summer of 1954. Magda plans to restore the house to its former glory: the venue for glittering parties, where the rich and celebrated gathered for bracing walks by day and sumptuous cocktails by night. Mila s ambitions, meanwhile, are much less grand; she dreams of creating a safe haven for herself, and a happy home for her little girl, Janey. The White Valley comes with a long, eventful history, laced with tall tales. Locals say that a white hare may be seen running through the woods there; to some she s an ill omen, to others a blessing. Feeling fragile and broken-hearted, Mila is in need of as many blessings as she can get. But will this place provide the fresh start she so desperately needs? Praise for Jane Johnson: This book does not hesitate to evoke a sense of wonder. It s a renewal of what if and it does that better than I ve seen it done in quite a while Robin Hobb Sings of an earth alive with power Jackie Morris A brilliant novel of love, loss, forgiveness, and healing... I loved every page Liz Fenwick

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A beautifully written and intriguing story that stayed with me long after I had turned the last page Santa Montefiore. I wanted to live in this story. Jane Johnson writes with such grace and ease Carol Drinkwater. One house, two women, a lifetime of secrets... Following the death of her mother, Becky begins the sad task of sorting through her empty flat. Starting with the letters piling up on the doormat, she finds an envelope post-marked from Cornwall. In it is a letter that will change her life forever. A desperate plea from her mother s elderly cousin, Olivia, to help save her beloved home. Becky arrives at Chynalls to find the beautiful old house crumbling into the ground, and Olivia stuck in hospital with no hope of being discharged until her home is made habitable. Though daunted by the enormity of the task, Becky sets to work. But as she peels back the layers of paint, plaster and grime, she uncovers secrets buried for more than seventy years. Secrets from a time when Olivia was young, the Second World War was raging, and danger and romance lurked round every corner... The Sea Gate is a sweeping, spellbinding novel about the lives of two very different women, and the secrets that bind them together. I was completely swept up in this... Quite magical Rachel Hore. I can t recommend it highly enough Katie Fforde. I so enjoyed this. It s a treat! Amanda Craig. A beautiful, evocative story... This had me in tears Liz Fenwick.

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In a Cornish valley steeped in legend lies an abandoned house where Edens may be lost, found and remade...The house at White Cove comes with a reputation. Once the venue for glittering parties, it has lain neglected since the war, which is why Mila and her mother Magda acquire it so cheaply in the summer of 1954. While Magda plans to restore the house to its former glory, Mila just wants a happy home for her little girl, Janey.Locals say this valley is home to a white hare; to some itâ ™s an ill omen, to others a blessing. Feeling fragile and broken-hearted, Mila is in need of as many blessings as she can get. But will this place provide the fresh start she so desperately needs?â ˜This book does not hesitate to evoke a sense of wonderâ ™ Robin Hobbâ ˜Mythic, witchy... sings of an earth alive with powerâ ™ Jackie Morrisâ ˜A brilliant novel of love, loss, forgiveness, and healingâ ™ Liz Fenwick

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Full of secrets, Cornwall, and wonderful detail. Katie Fforde Gloriously rich and layered. Liz Fenwick Characters to fall in love with. Jackie Morris Time has forgotten this remote corner of West Cornwall, and left its many secrets undisturbed. Until now...Ezra Curnow has lived in the little cottage on the Trengrose estate all his life. He was born there, as was hisfather, and his grandfather before that. It is his own little Cornish paradise. Then the mistress of the estate, Eliza, dies without leaving a will, putting the cottageâ ™s ownership into question. London financier Toby and his wife Minty are soon enticed by Trengroseâ ™s charm and, worse still, see a lucrative rental opportunity in Ezraâ ™s cottage.But Ezra is prepared to battle to save his beloved home, and has a number of secret weapons in his armoury. What Ezra doesnâ ™t know is that Eliza also took some secrets to her grave â “ and she doesnâ ™t intend to rest quietly until they come to light...A sumptuous Cornish tale packed with heart, relationships and mysteries from the past, from the bestselling author of The Sea Gate.READERS LOVE SECRETS OF THE BEES: Without a doubt my favourite book of the year so far. ***** A gorgeous, compassionate and surprising novel. ***** Great twists... I can t praise this book enough. Read it ***** I loved every bit of this book from start to finish. ***** One of the best stories I have read in a while... heartwarming ***** A lovely read... one to help you lose yourself for a while *****

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Full of secrets, Cornwall, and wonderful detail. Katie Fforde Gloriously rich and layered. Liz Fenwick Characters to fall in love with. Jackie Morris Time has forgotten this remote corner of West Cornwall, and left its many secrets undisturbed. Until now...Ezra Curnow has lived in the little cottage on the Trengrose estate all his life. He was born there, as was hisfather, and his grandfather before that. It is his own little Cornish paradise. Then the mistress of the estate, Eliza, dies without leaving a will, putting the cottageâ ™s ownership into question. London financier Toby and his wife Minty are soon enticed by Trengroseâ ™s charm and, worse still, see a lucrative rental opportunity in Ezraâ ™s cottage.But Ezra is prepared to battle to save his beloved home, and has a number of secret weapons in his armoury. What Ezra doesnâ ™t know is that Eliza also took some secrets to her grave â “ and she doesnâ ™t intend to rest quietly until they come to light...A sumptuous Cornish tale packed with heart, relationships and mysteries from the past, from the bestselling author of The Sea Gate.READERS LOVE SECRETS OF THE BEES: Without a doubt my favourite book of the year so far. ***** A gorgeous, compassionate and surprising novel. ***** Great twists... I can t praise this book enough. Read it ***** I loved every bit of this book from start to finish. ***** One of the best stories I have read in a while... heartwarming ***** A lovely read... one to help you lose yourself for a while *****

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Black Philadelphians have shaped Philadelphia history since colonial times. In Black History in the Philadelphia Landscape, Amy Cohen recounts notable aspects of the Black experience in Philadelphia from the late 1600s to the 1960s and how this history is marked in the contemporary city. She charts Charles Blocksonâ ™s efforts to commemorate the Pennsylvania slave trade with a historical marker and highlights Richard Allen, who founded Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church. Cohen also describes the path to erecting a statue of civil rights activist Octavius Catto at Philadelphiaâ ™s City Hall and profiles international celebrities Marian Anderson and Paul Robeson who are honored in the city. At the end of each chapter, she includes suggestions to continue readersâ ™ exploration of this important cultural heritage. Showing how increased attention to the role of African Americans in local and national history has resulted in numerous, sometimes controversial, alterations to the landscape, Cohen guides readers to Black historyâ ™s significance and its connections with todayâ ™s spotlight on racial justice.

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From trauma educator and somatic guide Kimberly Ann Johnson comes a cutting-edge guide for tapping into the wisdom and resilience of the body to rewire the nervous system, heal from trauma, and live fully. In an increasingly polarized world where trauma is often publicly renegotiated, our nervous systems are on high alert. From skyrocketing rates of depression and anxiety to physical illnesses such as autoimmune diseases and digestive disorders, many women today find themselves living out of alignment with their bodies.Kimberly Johnson is a somatic practitioner, birth doula, and postpartum educator who specializes in helping women recover from all forms of trauma. In her work, she s seen the same themes play out time and again. In a culture that prioritizes executive function and mind over matter, many women are suffering from deeply unresolved pain that causes mental and physical stagnation and illness.In Call of the Wild, Johnson offers an eye-opening look at this epidemic as well as an informative view of the human nervous system and how it responds to difficult events. From the small t traumas of getting ghosted, experiencing a fall-out with a close friend, or swerving to avoid a car accident to the capital T traumas of sexual assault, an upending natural disaster, or a life-threatening illness Johnson explains how the nervous system both protects us from immediate harm and creates reverberations that ripple through a lifetime.In this practical, empowering guide, Johnson shows readers how to metabolize these nervous system responses, allowing everyone to come home to their deepest, most intuitive and whole selves. Following her supportive advice, readers will learn how to move from wholeness, tapping into the innate wisdom of their senses, soothing frayed nerves and reconnecting with their animal selves. While we cannot cure the painful cultural rifts inflicting our society, there is a path forward through our bodies.

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A collection of all ten Ghosts of the Shadow Market stories about characters from Cassandra Clare s internationally bestselling Shadowhunters series. The Shadow Market is a meeting point for faeries, werewolves, warlocks and vampires. There, the Downworlders buy and sell magical objects, make dark bargains and whisper secrets they do not want the Nephilim to know. Through two centuries, however, there has been a frequent visitor to the Shadow Market from the City of Bones, the very heart of the Shadowhunters. As a Silent Brother, Brother Zachariah is sworn keeper of the laws and lore of the Nephilim. But once he was a Shadowhunter called Jem Carstairs, and his love, then and always, is the warlock Tessa Gray. Follow Brother Zachariah and see, against the backdrop of the Shadow Market s dark dealing and festival, Anna Lightwood s doomed romance, Matthew Fairchild s great sin and Tessa Gray plunged into a world war. Valentine Morgenstern buys a soul at the Market and a young Jace Wayland finds safe harbour. In the Market is hidden a lost heir and a beloved ghost, and no one can save you once you have traded away your heart. Not even Brother Zachariah. The series features characters from Cassandra Clare s Mortal Instruments, Infernal Devices, Dark Artifices and the upcoming Last Hours series.

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Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen #39;s birth with this culinary treasure trove of over 70 delicious recipes, along with notes and essays and beautiful line illustrations, perfect for Jane Austen fans. The novels of Jane Austen are full of great feasting, from picnicking on Box Hill and strawberry picking at Donwell Abbey in Emma, to supper at the Netherfield Ball and Mrs. Bennet #39;s sumptuous family dinners in Pride and Prejudice. The Jane Austen Recipe Book takes inspiration from the celebrated author #39;s works and serves up over 70 of these delicious Regency era delights for you to recreate at home. Explore a wide range of Austen-inspired recipes from Lady Catherine de Bourgh #39;s Caraway and Raisin Breakfast Bread to Elizabeth Martin #39;s Sausage Rolls, Mansfield Wood Roast Pheasant and Mr Woodhouse #39;s #39;All-Apple #39; Tarts, this beautiful collection takes you through the day from breakfast to dinner, crafting fabulous foods to be enjoyed with friends around a well-laid table. Featuring delicious, easy-to-follow recipes alongside fascinating insights into the world of Jane Austen #39;s novels and Regency era England, The Jane Austen Recipe Book makes a wonderful addition to the bookshelf of Austen fans and anyone with a keen interest in eighteenth and nineteenth century feasting. · Featuring a wide variety of delicious foods inspired by the novels of Jane Austen, with clear steps to help you recreate them in your own kitchen. · Indulge in the luxury and splendor of the Regency period with food and drink perfect for every occasion - from breakfasts and dinners to picnics, luncheons and desserts. · Immerse yourself in Austen #39;s world with detailed notes and essays providing insight into the world of eighteenth century living and the works of Jane Austen.

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This isle is full of noises...From the beaches of Orkney to the Welsh mountains, and the Derbyshire peaks to the Cornish moors, Britain is home to many strange creatures of folklore. Some are ancient, as enduring as the forests and mountains they inhabit. Others live among us, in our cities, creating new legends as they scuttle through the shadows. And none of them are to be trusted.In this deliciously chilling collection, award-winning and bestselling authors bring you tales inspired by the monsters that share our land. The perfect winter read for anyone who s ever spotted something slimy and unexplained in their peripheral vision, or seen eyes reflecting back in the forest where no eyes should be.INCLUDES NEW AND ORIGINAL STORIES FROM:Janice HallettAbir MukherjeeRosie AndrewsStuart TurtonDan JonesJenn AshworthSunyi DeanJane JohnsonRebecca Netley

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After the success of Pastimes and Pleasures in the Time of Jane Austen, Sarah Jane Downing turns her attention to the hair and beauty styles of Jane Austenâ ™s era. In Beauty and Cosmetics in the Time of Jane Austen, she examines the beauty ideals of the Regency period to shed light on the transition from the baroque high hair and formal doll-like faces of the court of King George III to the fresh complexions and glossy, bouncy ringlets of the Regency. She also dispels the myth that cosmetics and beauty aids disappeared during the period. Published to coincide with the 250th anniversary of Jane Austenâ ™s birth, this book will be an invaluable resource for the legions of â ˜Janeitesâ ™ who don Regency dress each year for the Jane Austen Festival in Bath and increasing number of Jane Austen-themed events around the world.

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*The #1 Irish bestseller*The latest gripping new thriller featuring DS Maeve Kerrigan and DI Josh Derwent from the Top Ten Sunday Times bestselling author⠘The most dangerously addictive series in crime fiction⠙ ERIN KELLY⠘Oh. My. God.⠙ RUTH WARE⠘I LOVE it ⠓ it is completely MAGNIFICENT⠙ MARIAN KEYES Utterly brilliant LIZ NUGENT⠘Sublime⠙ ANDREA MARA An old-fashioned locked room mystery wrapped in a deeply moving love story MAIL ONLINEA closed door. An impossible murder.2:32 p.m. Wealthy, privileged Ilaria Cavendish checks into a luxury London hotel and orders a bottle of champagne. Within the hour, her lover discovers her submerged in a bath of scalding water, dead.At first glance it looks like an accident. No one went in with her. No one came out. But all the signs point to murder.For DS Maeve Kerrigan, the case is a welcome distraction. But when shock news hits close to home, affecting her partner, DI Josh Derwent, she faces the toughest challenge of her career. And if she fails her world will never be the same again⠦Praise for Jane Casey With every breath in my body, I m BEGGING you to read Jane Casey s books! Marian Keyes⠘The ultimate just-one-more-chapter read. Come for the thrill of a historic disappearance case, and get obsessed by the sexiest will-they-won t-they in crime fiction⠙ Abigail Dean⠘Jane Casey is simply one of the best writers of detective fiction today. There aren⠙t enough superlatives. I⠙m in awe. I utterly loved it⠙ Liz Nugent⠘A twisting, seductive, sensational thriller. Tense, heartfelt and hugely gripping, A Stranger in the Family is Jane Casey at her phenomenal best⠙ Chris Whitaker⠘Nobody plots better than Jane Casey⠦the twist in the end was as surprising as it was satisfying⠙ Stig Abell A Stranger in the Family blew my mind. 2024 has barely started and this is already one of my books of the year⠙ Jo Spain⠘As tense as piano wire, intricately plotted, endlessly intriguing and all underpinned by a simmering ⠜will they, won⠙t they⠝ narrative. Just terrific⠙ Neil Lancaster⠘The undisputed queen of simmering tension. Explosively good⠙ Sarah Hilary A wonderfully clever plot, surprises at every turn⠦one of the very best authors writing today Andrea Mara Stellar stuff: funny, sexy, and a character and a case that will break your heart Jo Callaghan⠘This book hit the ground running and didn⠙t let up⠙ Sam Holland Her best yet, gripping and twisty but also moving and with a slow-burn sizzle that would put romance writers to shame Claire McGowanThe Secret Room was a #1 Irish bestseller on Sunday 4th May 2025READERS LOVE THE SECRET ROOM⠦⠘Flawless writing, flawless plotting and flawless characterisation. I⠙m utterly addicted to this series!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Definitely 5*⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘You will not be disappointed!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘So compelling and tense right to the end⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘This is what Maeve and Josh fans have been waiting for⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘I need more already from this addictive series⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘This book was really unputdownable!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘It⠙s 1am and I should have been asleep hours ago, but I couldn⠙t put the book down⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Hard to review without spoilers!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Expect nail biting and very late nights⠦ It stays tense to the very, very end⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘I have not read any in this series before but I am hooked!⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘OMG!!!!!!!! The way Jane Casey is able to surprise me book after book⠙ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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This brilliant book is a bombshell! Jane Seymour the shy mouse type? Think again! Kate WilliamsAlison Weir, historian and author of the Sunday Times bestsellers Katherine of Aragon: The True Queen and Anne Boleyn: A King s Obsession, draws an enthralling portrait of Jane Seymour, Henry VIII s third queen, as you ve never seen her before. Essential reading for fans of Philippa Gregory and Elizabeth Chadwick. This six-book series looks likely to become a landmark in historical fiction The TimesTHE WOMAN HAUNTED BY THE FATE OF HER PREDECESSOR. Eleven days after the death of Anne Boleyn, Jane is dressing for her wedding to the King.She has witnessed at first hand how courtly play can quickly turn to danger and knows she must bear a son . . . or face ruin.This new Queen must therefore step out from the shadows cast by Katherine and Anne. In doing so, can she expose a gentler side to the brutal King?JANE SEYMOURTHE THIRD OF HENRY S QUEENSHER STORYAcclaimed, bestselling historian Alison Weir draws on new research for her captivating novel, which paints a compelling portrait of Jane and casts fresh light on both traditional and modern perceptions of her. Jane was driven by the strength of her faith and a belief that she might do some good in a wicked world. History tells us how she died.This spellbinding novel explores the life she lived.SIX TUDOR QUEENS. SIX NOVELS. SIX YEARS.Readers love the SIX TUDOR QUEENS series: Alison Weir is such a good author I can hardly put it down An extremely refreshing take on a very well-known period of history Can t wait for the next one in the series Weir really captures the essence of the people, I could envisage and understand all of them, this really is history brought to life

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From the novels to the screen, from adaptions to filming secrets, dive into the world of Jane Austen. Discover her life, inspirations, correspondence and the incredible influence of her work in her time through to today. A modest young lady of the country gentry, like many of her heroines, Jane Austen could have made her life the theme of one of her novels.To understand the origins of her inspiration and her talent, first discover her life, her family, her loved ones, and the England so dear to her heart. Explore Jane Austen s work, which consists of six completed novels, two incomplete novels, letters and early writings. Austen s prestige as one of the most famous British novelists can be attributed to her unique writing style, biting irony, iconic characters, and timeless stories.From the written word to the screen, from adaptations to secrets and filming locations, this book invites you on a fascinating journey of discovery through Austen s writing to its heritage and influence. Want to walk in the footsteps of Jane Austen, dressing in Regency style or simply enjoying a delicious tea time? Look no further than The Complete Jane Austen Encyclopedia!

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The instant Sunday Times bestseller Life is what you make it, nothing is for freeStand up and be counted, and be who you want to be Let The Light In Jane McDonaldJane was planning a golden retirement with her beloved partner Ed, when a shocking cancer diagnosis changed everything. Ed was terminally ill. Jane nursed him at home until the end, on her own, with the UK in lockdown. At first she was overwhelmed, but slowly gathered strength from caring for her loved one, and now sees that it was a privilege to be there for him. Let The Light In , a song Jane wrote over twenty years ago during another dark time, points the way to finding a new kind of joy out of sorrow. It s a philosophy Jane has always lived by and, in this deeply personal book exploring the same themes, she reveals the lessons she s learned that have helped her grow, adapt and rise up through adversity. She looks back with candour and honesty on her experiences of heartbreak and loss, failure and burn-out. Cherishing the ring of support around her, taking the odd duvet day and keeping a sense of humour throughout, she grew stronger through each challenge, building resilience, trusting her gut, going for her goals. Read on and let Jane McDonaldâ ™s fabulous light into your own life.

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Stunning. Gobsmacking. Groundbreaking. What a gift to Austen fans the world over! - Natalie Jenner, author of The Jane Austen Society, Bloomsbury Girls Every Time We Say GoodbyeThe Novel Life of Jane Austen is a beautifully illustrated graphic biography that brings to life the remarkable story of one of Britain s most beloved literary icons.Step into the world of Jane Austen with this captivating graphic novel that brings to life the beloved author s own story. Through delightful illustrations and engaging storytelling, you will journey from Austen s early years as a budding novelist, full of writerly ambition, to her posthumous fame as one of the most celebrated writers in literary history. Packed with biographical facts, The Novel Life of Jane Austen offers a unique perspective on Jane s view of the world around her - revealing her sharp wit, her keen observations on society and the struggles she faced in a male-dominated world where she lacked the leverage of rank or fortune. This graphic novel explores her family dynamics, the influences of her friendships and the moments that inspired Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, Persuasion and other novels.A sparkling collaboration between renowned Austen expert Janine Barchas and New York Times bestselling graphic novelist Isabel Greenberg, this is not just a must-read for Janeites but for anyone curious about one of literature s most enduring figures.

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The grieving widow. The other woman. Which one is which?When Cameron Swift is shot and killed outside his family home, DC Beth Chamberlain is appointed Family Liaison Officer. Her role is to support the family â “ and investigate them. Monika, Cameron s partner and mother of two sons, had to be prised off his lifeless body after she discovered him. She has no idea why anyone would target Cameron. Beth can understand Monika s confusion. To everyone in their affluent community, Monika and her family seemed just like any other. But then Beth gets a call. Sara is on holiday with her daughters when she sees the news. She calls the police in the UK, outraged that no one has contacted her to let her know or offer support. After all, she and Cameron had been together for the last seven years. Until Cameron died, Monika and Sara had no idea each other existed. As the case unfolds, Beth discovers that nothing is quite as it appears and everyone, it seems, has secrets. Especially the dead... Previously published as After He s Gone, The Other Woman is the first book featuring DC Beth Chamberlain.Praise for Jane Isaac: Gripping subjects, brilliantly drawn characters and a twisty turny journey from beginning to end. A tense, thrilling read and definitely 5 humongous stars from me Angela Marsons on Hush Little Baby Jane Isaac knows how to tell a good yarn. Expertly plotted and true to life Mel Sherratt on For Better, For Worse Isaac does a superb job of escalating the tension and dread Publishers Weekly Move over La Plante... Susan May, Suspense Magazine Tense, dark and gritty: perfect combination Ian Patrick, author of Rubicon Crime writing at its best David Evans, CWA Debut Dagger-shortlisted author of Torment Jane Isaac just gets better with every book. Deeply unsettling and unputdownable Rebecca Bradley, bestselling author of the DI Hannah Robbins series Jane Isaac writes unmissable quality crime fiction Michael Wood, author of For Reasons Unknown Gripped from the very first page... and just when you think it s over, it s really only the beginning June Taylor, author of Losing Juliet Brilliantly and intricately plotted, Jane Isaac has produced a terrific page-turner Lizzie Sirett, Mystery People

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â ˜If you havenâ ™t read Jane Casey, start immediatelyâ ™ Marian Keyes, the Sunday Times No.1 Bestseller*Donâ ™t miss the newest Maeve Kerrigan and Josh Derwent thriller â “ THE STRANGER IN THE FAMILY â “ out now!*A Times best crime book of the yearSuburban blissThe new neighbours seem just right for Jellicoe Close, a pretty street filled with perfect houses and happy families.Sinister secretsBut one neat front door hides a ruthless criminal â “ and the new neighbours arenâ ™t what they seem to be either. DS Maeve Kerrigan and DI Josh Derwent are undercover, posing as a couple to investigate a deadly conspiracy.Murderous deceptionAs they try to gather the evidence they need, they have no idea of the true threat they face â “ because someone in Jellicoe Close has murder on their mindâ ¦What people are saying about The Close:â ˜A full-blooded triple-decker mysteryâ ¦The Close is Jane Casey at her very bestâ ™The Timesâ ˜A deliciously bingeable readâ ™Ruth Wareâ ˜Another cracker from Jane Caseyâ ™Cara Hunterâ ˜Thrums with the tension of a classic crime thrillerâ ™Sarah Hilaryâ ˜The most dangerously addictive series in crime fictionâ ™Erin Kellyâ ˜The Close is Janeâ ™s best Maeve Kerrigan novel yet. Absolutely brilliant!â ™Liz Nugentâ ˜A brilliant example of nothing being as it seemsâ ™Harriet Tyce

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From the acclaimed author of Glamorous Rooms and Glamorous Living comes The Glamorous House, a journey through some of the most luxurious and fashionable homes in the United States Renowned interior designer Jan Showers returns to glam in The Glamorous House, her fourth book of luxe interiors. Her latest tome takes readers inside ten luxurious private residences across the United States that are full of high glamour, romance, and allure. Jan’s signature style—a blend of timeless glam- our, European refinement, and relaxed American elegance—has redefined contemporary luxury interiors and established her as a preeminent voice in design. In The Glamorous House, Jan showcases homes across the country’s most desirable and elite neighbor- hoods. From the colorful patterns at Crooked Creek in Dallas, Texas, to the alluring paradise of a Hawaii residence to a charming Palm Beach estate, this book is packed with stunning, never-before-seen photo- graphs showcasing the elegance and opulence of Jan Showers’s style.

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WINNER OF THE 2023 JAMES CROPPER WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING Unparalleled. THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE A true masterpiece. TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT A tour de force. GUY SHRUBSOLE Quietly courageous. PATRICK BARKHAM Lyrical, wholehearted and wise. LEE SCHOFIELD A knockout. I loved it. MELISSA HARRISON Honest, raw and moving. SOPHIE PAVELLE An extraordinary book by an extraordinary author. CHRIS JONES A book of wit, wonder and of wisdom. NICK ACHESON Beautiful. NICOLA CHESTERA visit to the rapid where she lost a cherished friend unexpectedly reignites Amy-Jane Beerâ ™s love of rivers setting her on a journey of natural, cultural and emotional discovery.On New Yearâ ™s Day 2012, Amy-Jane Beerâ ™s beloved friend Kate set out with a group of others to kayak the River Rawthey in Cumbria. Kate never came home, and her death left her devoted family and friends bereft and unmoored.Returning to visit the Rawthey years later, Amy realises how much she misses the connection to the natural world she always felt when on or close to rivers, and so begins a new phase of exploration.The Flow is a book about water, and, like water, it meanders, cascades and percolates through many lives, landscapes and stories. From West Country torrents to Levels and Fens, rocky Welsh canyons, the salmon highways of Scotland and the chalk rivers of the Yorkshire Wolds, Amy-Jane follows springs, streams and rivers to explore tributary themes of wildness and wonder, loss and healing, mythology and history, cyclicity and transformation.Threading together places and voices from across Britain, The Flow is a profound, immersive exploration of our personal and ecological place in nature.

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Collecting three lesser-known works by one of the nineteenth century s greatest authors, Jane Austen s Lady Susan, The Watsons and Sanditon is edited with an introduction by Margaret Drabble in Penguin Classics.These three short works show Austen experimenting with a variety of different literary styles, from melodrama to satire, and exploring a range of social classes and settings. The early epistolary novel Lady Susan depicts an unscrupulous coquette, toying with the affections of several men. In contrast, The Watsons is a delightful fragment, whose spirited heroine Emma Watson finds her marriage opportunities limited by poverty and pride. Written in the last months of Austen s life, the uncompleted novel Sanditon, set in a newly established seaside resort, offers a glorious cast of hypochondriacs and speculators, and shows an author contemplating a the great social upheavals of the Industrial Revolution with a mixture of scepticism and amusement.Margaret Drabble s introduction examines these three works in the context of Jane Austen s major novels and her life, and discusses the social background of her fiction. This edition features a new chronology.Jane Austen (1775-1817) was extremely modest about her own genius but has become one of English literature s most famous women writers. Austen began writing at a young age, embarking on what is possibly her best-known work, Pride and Prejudice, at the age of 22. She was also the author of Sense and Sensibility, Persuasion, Northanger Abbey and Mansfield Park.If you enjoyed Lady Susan, The Watsons and Sanditon, you may like Charlotte Brontë s Tales of Angria, also available in Penguin Classics. In [Sanditon] she exploits her greatest gifts, her management of dialogue and her skill with monologue. The book feels open and modern ... as vigorous and inventive as her earlier work Carol Shields

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⠘A windswept love letter to Scotland⠙s heritage sheep and to the Orkney farming community too.⠙ Cal Flyn, author of Islands of AbandonmentThe Lost Flock is the story of the remarkable and rare little horned sheep, known as Orkney Boreray, and the wool-obsessed woman who moved to one of Scotland⠙s wildest islands to save them.It was Jane Cooper⠙s passion for knitting that led her to discover the world of rare-breed sheep and their wool. Through this, Jane uncovered the ⠘Orkney Borerary⠙ ⠓ a unique group within the UK⠙s rarest breed of sheep, the Boreray, and one of the few surviving examples of primitive sheep in northern Europe.As her knowledge of this rarest of heritage breeds grew, she took the bold step to uproot her quiet suburban life in Newcastle and relocate to Orkney, embarking on a new adventure and life as farmer and shepherd.Jane was astonished to find that she was the sole custodian of this lost flock in the world, and so she began investigating their mysterious and ancient history, tracking down the origins of the Boreray breed and its significance to Scotland⠙s natural heritage.From Viking times to Highland crofts and nefarious research experiments in Edinburgh, this is a so-far untold real-life detective story. It is also the story of one woman⠙s relentless determination to ensure a future for her beloved sheep, and in doing so revealing their deep connection to the Scottish landscape.An unforgettable story of a heritage breed and the importance of its existence.⠘Rare-breed sheep, Scotland⠙s most dramatic landscapes and a woman on a mission. All the perfect ingredients for an ovine true-life adventure.⠙ Sally Coulthard, author of A Short History of the World According to Sheep

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This third volume in Jane Yolen s World Fantasy Award-winning series brings you passionate treasures and delirious transformations. This bewitching assemblage, with an original introduction from Brandon Sanderson, is an ideal read for anyone who appreciates witty, compelling, and classic romantic fantasy. A rakish fairy meets the real Juliet behind Shakespeare s famous tragedy. A jewelry artist travels to the past to meet a successful silver-smith. The addled crew of a ship at sea discovers a mysterious merman. More than one ignored princess finds her match in the most unlikely men. From ecstasy to tragedy, with love blossoming shyly, love at first sight, and even love borne of practical necessity - beloved fantasist Jane Yolen s newest collection celebrates romance in all its glory. Other short story collections by Jane Yolen in the Jane Yolen Circus series The Emerald Circus How to Fracture a Fairy Tale The Midnight Circus

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⠘A windswept love letter to Scotland⠙s heritage sheep and to the Orkney farming community too.⠙ Cal Flyn, author of Islands of AbandonmentThe Lost Flock is the story of the remarkable and rare little horned sheep, known as Orkney Boreray, and the wool-obsessed woman who moved to one of Scotland⠙s wildest islands to save them.It was Jane Cooper⠙s passion for knitting that led her to discover the world of rare-breed sheep and their wool. Through this, Jane uncovered the ⠘Orkney Borerary⠙ ⠓ a unique group within the UK⠙s rarest breed of sheep, the Boreray, and one of the few surviving examples of primitive sheep in northern Europe.As her knowledge of this rarest of heritage breeds grew, she took the bold step to uproot her quiet suburban life in Newcastle and relocate to Orkney, embarking on a new adventure and life as farmer and shepherd.Jane was astonished to find that she was the sole custodian of this lost flock in the world, and so she began investigating their mysterious and ancient history, tracking down the origins of the Boreray breed and its significance to Scotland⠙s natural heritage.From Viking times to Highland crofts and nefarious research experiments in Edinburgh, this is a so-far untold real-life detective story. It is also the story of one woman⠙s relentless determination to ensure a future for her beloved sheep, and in doing so revealing their deep connection to the Scottish landscape.An unforgettable story of a heritage breed and the importance of its existence.⠘Rare-breed sheep, Scotland⠙s most dramatic landscapes and a woman on a mission. All the perfect ingredients for an ovine true-life adventure.⠙ Sally Coulthard, author of A Short History of the World According to Sheep

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The gripping thriller from the Top Ten Sunday Times bestselling author, shortlisted for the Irish Crime Book Awards*Don⠙t miss the newest Maeve Kerrigan and Josh Derwent thriller ⠓ A STRANGER IN THE FAMILY ⠓ out now!*Rumours⠦Everyone⠙s heard the rumours about elite gentlemen⠙s clubs, where the champagne flows freely, the parties are outrageous⠦and what goes on behind closed doors is darker than you could possibly imagine.Scandals⠦Paige Hargreaves was a young journalist working on a story about a club for the most privileged men in London. She was on the brink of exposing a shocking scandal. Then she disappeared.Secrets⠦DS Maeve Kerrigan must immerse herself in the club⠙s world of wealth, luxury and ruthless behaviour to find out what happened. But Maeve is keeping secrets of her own. Will she uncover the truth? Or will time run out for Maeve first?What people are saying about The Cutting Place:Jane Casey⠙s best book yet ⠓ and that⠙s really saying something⠙ Erin Kelly⠘A really gripping, timely plot⠙ Elly Griffiths⠘Jane Casey is among our very best crime novelists and this is her best book⠙ Liz Nugent⠘Her best yet. Heartpounding and SO MOVING!⠙ Marian Keyes⠘Complex and gripping⠙The Times⠘Jane Casey is a masterful storyteller⠙ Charlotte Philby⠘The best police procedurals I ve read⠙ Claire Allan A superb crime novel Sharon Bolton⠘Truly the gold standard for police procedurals⠙ Catherine Ryan Howard⠘Terrifying, intense and devastatingly astut⠙ Sarah Hilary⠘Engrossing crime fiction with heart⠙ Olivia Kiernan⠘Tense, dramatic and sharply written⠙ Sinéad Crowley⠘A must read⠙ Patricia Gibney⠘I ripped through it, unable to stop myself⠙ Sam Baker⠘Superb⠙ Will Dean ⠘I couldn⠙t love Maeve Kerrigan or Josh Derwent more⠙ Cressida McLaughlin⠘Pacy plotting⠙ Sunday Times Crime Club⠘Chilling and inventive⠙Woman⠙s Weekly⠘Simply stunning⠙Heat⠘A chilling read⠙Woman

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THE CAPTIVATING, HEART-RENDING STORY OF TWO WOMEN IN 1800S CHINA Brilliantly written, masterful storytelling, and hard to put down. This story will stay with me for a very, very long time HEATHER MORRIS, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz Mesmerising. Jane Yang masterfully creates this 19th century lost world THE TIMES This story of love, loss and betrayal will leave a deep imprint on your soul. Perfect for fans of Memoirs of a Geisha WOMAN HOMELove and loss. Sisterhood and betrayal. Little Flower and Linjing s fates are bound together. As a child, Little Flower is sold to Linjing s wealthy family to become a muizai. In a fit of childish jealousy over her new handmaiden s ladylike bound feet and talent for embroidery, Linjing ensures Little Flower can never leave her to ascend in society.Despite their starkly different places in the Fong household, over the years the two girls must work together to secure both their futures through Linjing s marriage. As the two grow up, they are by turns bitter rivals and tentative friends.Until scandal strikes the family, and Linjing and Little Flower s lives are unexpectedly thrown into chaos. Linjing s fall from grace could be an opportunity for Little Flower - but will their intertwined fates lead to triumph, or tragedy for them both? Jane Yang is an exciting new talent SANTA MONTEFIORE More than a book, this novel is an act of empowerment for women NGUYEN PHAN QUE MAI Enchants from the first page to the last PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, STARRED REVIEW This fascinating, evocative story would make a great book club pick RED Captivating and exquisitely rendered MELISSA FU If you liked Memoirs of a Geisha, then you will love The Lotus Shoes SORAYA LANE I devoured this stunning debut ALKA JOSHI This big, juicy saga has scandal, hardship, love and sisterhood GOOD HOUSEKEEPING A hugely talented writer whose storytelling prowess fully immerses the reader NATASHA LESTER I enjoyed every single page of The Lotus Shoes ELIZABETH CHADWICK Captivating, utterly compelling SUNDAY POST You ll love it MANDY ROBOTHAM Stunning, transporting, unforgettable AMANDA GEARD

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A top ten Sunday Times bestselling authorFrom award-winning author Jane Casey comes a powerful crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the final pageâ ¦*Donâ ™t miss the newest Maeve Kerrigan and Josh Derwent thriller â “ THE STRANGER IN THE FAMILY â “ out now!*A murder without a bodyEighteen-year-old Chloe Emery returns to her West London home one day to find the house covered in blood and Kate, her mother, gone. There may not be a body, but everything else points to murder.A girl too scared to talkMaeve Kerrigan is young, ambitious and determined to prove sheâ ™s up to her new role as detective sergeant. She suspects Chloe is holding something back, but best friend Bethany Norris wonâ ™t let Maeve get close. What exactly is Bethany protecting Chloe from?A detective with everything to proveAs the team dig deeper into the residents of Valerian Road, no one is above suspicion. All Maeve needs is one person to talk, but thatâ ™s not going to happen. Because even in a case of murder, some secrets are too terrible to shareâ ¦What people are saying about Let the Dead Speak:â ˜I was utterly grippedâ ™ Susie Steiner, author of Missing, Presumedâ ˜Sharp, complex and gripping to the very endâ ™ Alex Marwood, author of The Wicked Girls â ˜Fiendishly grippingâ ™ John Connolly, author of the Charlie Parker series A tremendously twisty, emotional readâ ™ Sarah Hilary, author of Someone Elseâ ™s Skinâ ˜Fans of intelligent police procedurals and meaty crime fiction are in for a real treatâ ™ Sinead Crowley, author of Can Anybody Help Meâ ˜If you havenâ ™t discovered Jane Casey yet, this is the perfect place to startâ ™ Mark Edwards, author of Follow You Homeâ ˜All the twists and turns of a top-rate police procedural but with the psychological depth of a top-rate psych thrillerâ ™ Tammy Cohen, author of When She Was Bad

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A RICHARD JUDY BOOK-CLUB PICKNow a major new TV series starring Emma Appleton and Colin MorganThe incredible new break-out thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author. Shortlisted for the Irish Crime Book Awards 2021Ingrid will never forget what John did.The people he hurt. The way he lied about it so easily. The way she defended him.Now heâ ™s back.He says a murderer is after her. He says only he can protect her.Would you trust him?The clock is ticking for Ingrid to decide. Because the killer is ready to strikeâ ¦Praise for The Killing Kind Nobody understands the dark gap between justice and the law better than Jane Casey Val McDermidâ ˜Cool, accomplished, compulsiveâ ™ Cara Hunterâ ˜Extremely tense and very grippingâ ™ Ruth Wareâ ˜A compulsive page-turner â ™ Steve Cavanaghâ ˜A breathless game of cat-and-mouseâ ™ Erin Kellyâ ˜A truly masterly thrillerâ ™ Liz Nugentâ ˜Tense and well-plottedâ ™ Harriet Tyceâ ˜Each twist tightens the screwâ ™ J. R. Ellisâ ˜Tense, pacy, addictiveâ ™ Sarah Vaughanâ ˜Brilliant plottedâ ™ Catherine Cooper One of my favourite writersâ ™ Dervla McTiernanâ ˜Twisty and unexpectedâ ™ Ann Cleevesâ ˜Heart-stopping twists â ™ Sarah Hilaryâ ˜Endlessly surprisingâ ™ Catherine Ryan Howardâ ˜One of those just one more page booksâ ™ Susi Hollidayâ ˜Authentic, tense, thrillingâ ™ Will Deanâ ˜Intricateâ ™ Jane Shemilt Fast-pacedâ ™ Jo Spainâ ˜Brilliantâ ™ The Timesâ ˜Creepily goodâ ™ Daily Mailâ ˜Chillingâ ™ Sunday Times

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The broader Regency period 1795-1820 stands alone as an incredible moment in fashion history unlike anything that went before or after. It was the most naked period since Ancient Greece and before the 1960s, and for the first time England became a fashion influence, especially for menswear, and became the toast of Paris. With the ancient regime deposed, court dress became secondary and the season by season flux of fashion as we know it came into being, aided and abetted by the proliferation of new ladies magazines. Such an age of revolution and innovation inspired a flood of fashions taking influence from everything including the newly discovered treasures of the ancient world, to radical new ideas like democracy. It was an era of contradiction immortalized by Jane Austen, who adeptly used the newfound diversity of fashion to enliven her characters, Wickham s military splendor, Mr. Darcy s understated elegance, and Miss Tilney s romantic fixation with white muslin.

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A clever, hilarious and engaging retelling of the rise to power of Lady Jane Grey; now adapted into an Amazon Prime TV series airing June 2024!A comical, fantastical and witty re-imagining of the Tudor world, perfect for fans of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. Lady Jane Grey, sixteen, is about to be married to a total stranger – and caught up in an insidious plot to rob her cousin, King Edward, of his throne. But that’s the least of Jane’s problems.She’s about to become Queen of England. Like that could go wrong.

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Jane Casey s police procedurals go from strength to strength! Sunday Times If you have not read Jane Casey, start immediately Marian Keyes The most dangerously addictive series in crime fiction. . . Erin Kelly________________A woman and her teenage daughter are found murdered in their South London home. The girl s throat has been cut. Her mother stabbed to death.When DC Maeve Kerrigan arrives at the scene, her first thought is that this is a domestic dispute gone bad.But the husband - found bloody and unconscious in an upstairs room - insists he s the third victim not the killer.With Maeve s only witness refusing to talk, how will she unravel the truth?

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Learn all about the important places that define Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of crucial sites. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page. In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, learn about the important places that define Black British History. Dive into untold stories and learn what happened when and where. Who was John Edmonstone, where did he live in Edinburgh, and how did he influence Charles Darwin? What can street names tell us about Britain s links to the Transatlantic Slave Trade? Who campaigned to Free the Cardiff Three and how did St Pauls Carnival get started?Learn all this and more, with this collection of important stories from Black British history around Britain. This book features a foreword from Darcus Beese, bright, bold illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a timeline and glossary of key terms.Explore key places in Black British History alongside: - Specially commissioned illustrations by Amanda Quartey are warm, fun and colourful.- Empowering tone inspires children to ask questions, and continue their learning beyond the page, thinking about the stories they can discover about their own local history- Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series.- Written byMelody Triumph - Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format.Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Places is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore Black British Pioneers with The Black Curriculum - Legacies and discover an inspiring collection of migration stories from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Migrations.

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You⠙ve heard of the Horse Whisperer ⠓ now meet the woman who uses similar methods to train dogs.Jan Fennell⠙s remarkable gifts have earned her the nickname ⠜the dog listener⠝. Her unique understanding of the canine world and its instinctive language has enabled her to bring even the most desperate and delinquent of dogs to heel.This easy-to-follow guide to understanding Jan⠙s simple techniques draws on her countless case histories of problem dogs ⠓ from biters and barkers to bicycle chasers ⠓ to show how we can bridge the language barrier that separates man from his best friend.In The Dog Listener Jan shares her secrets, telling us how she grew determined to find a more compassionate alternative to standard ⠜obedience⠝ training techniques and ultimately how to communicate with canines.

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Discover the inspiring stories of iconic figures from Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of Black icons. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page.In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, discover inspiring stories about key figures from Black British History. Learn about Britain s Black STEM heroes, like Dr Cecil Belfield Clark who changed medicine; incredible musicians from Evelyn Dove to Arlo Parks; sports stars who broke new ground, like Maurice Burton and Lewis Hamilton; and activists like Olive Morris and Claudia Jones who fought for their communities. Learn about the links between different legacies and how people fromthe past paved the way for modern day heroes. This book features a foreword from Lewis Hamilton, bright, bold illustrations, and extra information, including a timeline and glossary of key terms.Explore key stories in Black British History alongside: - Written by Lania Narjee with bold, colourful artwork by Chanté Timothy that illustrates each person s story.- Part of an eye-catching three-part series.- The book sheds light on forgotten stories from the past, as well as celebrating current stars like Stormzy and Marcus Rashford.- Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16.- Empowering tone to inspire children to ask questions and continue their learning beyond the page.- Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series.- Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format.- Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16.Divided into four sections: Art, STEM, Sport, and Politics Social Justice, the book inspires children to pursue their passions. Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Legacies is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore important sites in Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Places, and discover an inspiring collection of migration stories from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Migrations.

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Uncover the journeys that define Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of migration stories. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page.In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, learn about how migration has shaped Black British History. Discover how migration has been part of British history right from the start. For example, did you know Black people lived in Britain during Roman times? Or that there was a Black trumpeter in Henry VIII s court? Find out more in this fascinating guide to Britain s diverse history.Discover the Black British people who campaigned for the abolition of slavery in the 18th century, like Olaudah Equiano. Find out what brought people to Britain in the 20th century and what life was like for them. Learn how migration is important to Britain s identity and history, and how it continues today. This book features a foreword from Maro Itoje, bright, bold illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a timeline and glossary of key terms.Explore key stories in Black British History alongside: - Written by Millie Mensah with beautiful and striking illustrations by Camilla Ru- Empowering tone to inspire children to ask questions and continue their learning beyond the page.- Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series.- Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format.- Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16.Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism.This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Migration is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore important sites in Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Places, and discover an inspiring collection of stories of iconic figures from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Legacies.

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The Worlds of Jane Austen invites readers to see one of Britain’s most beloved authors in a completely new light. Far from the quiet world of country houses and tea parties, Austen lived through revolution, war and major social change, and her sharp, observant fiction reveals just how engaged she was with the issues of her time. This lively and accessible guide explores the people, politics and places that shaped Austen’s life and work. It features expert insight from bestselling author Helena Kelly alongside over 150 photographs, artworks and illustrations that bring her world vividly to life. Whether you are discovering Austen for the first time or returning to her novels with fresh eyes, The Worlds of Jane Austen is the perfect companion for curious readers, literature lovers and admirers of classic storytelling.

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Pure delight The TimesThroughout her career, prize-winning novelist Jane Gardam has been writing glorious short stories, each one hallmarked with all the originality, poignancy, wry comedy and narrative brilliance of her longer fiction. Passion and longing, metamorphosis and enchantment are Gardam s themes, and like a magician she plucks them from the quietest of corners: from Wimbledon gardens and cold churches, from London buses and industrial backstreets. A mother watching her children on the beach dreams of a long-lost lover, an abandoned army wife sees a ghost at a moorland gate, a translator adrift in Geneva is haunted by the unspeakable manifestation of her own fears, and a colonial servant wreaks a delicious revenge on her monstrous masters. Gardam s cast is wide and wonderful, saints and mystics, trollops and curmudgeons, yearning mothers and lost children, beloved figures such as Old Filth and less familiar - but equally unforgettable - characters like Signor Settimo, the sad-eyed provincial photographer marooned in Shipley or Florrie Ironside, the ferocious matron he seduces. With a mischievous ear for dialogue, a glittering eye for detail and a capacious understanding of the vagaries of the human heart, Jane Gardam s stories will captivate, sadden and delight.

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Learn about the most important milestones in Black history in The Black History Book.Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Black History in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Black History Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Black History, with:- Covers the most important milestones in Black and African history- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understandingThe Black History Book is a captivating introduction to the key milestones in Black History, culture, and society across the globe - from the ancient world to the present, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject and students wanting to gain more of an overview. Explore the rich history of the peoples of Africa and the African diaspora, and the struggles and triumphs of Black communities around the world, all through engaging text and bold graphics.Your Black History Questions, Simply ExplainedWhich were the most powerful African empires? Who were the pioneers of jazz? What sparked the Black Lives Matter movement? If you thought it was difficult to learn about the legacy of African-American history, The Black History Book presents crucial information in a clear layout. Learn about the earliest human migrations to modern Black communities, stories of the early kingdoms of Ancient Egypt and Nubia; the powerful medieval and early modern empires; and the struggle against colonization. This book also explores Black history beyond the African continent, like the Atlantic slave trade and slave resistance settlements; the Harlem Renaissance and Jazz Age; the Windrush migration; civil rights and Black feminist movements.The Big Ideas SeriesWith millions of copies sold worldwide, The Black History Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

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The Complete Black Book of Russian Jewryis a collection of eyewitness testimonies, letters, diaries, affidavits, and other documents on the activities of the Nazis against Jews in the camps, ghettoes, and towns of Eastern Europe. Arguably, the only apt comparism is to The Gulag Archipelago of Alexander Solzhenitsyn. This definitive edition of The Black Book, including for the first time materials omitted from previous editions, is a major addition to the literature on the Holocaust. It will be of particular interest to students, teachers, and scholars of the Holocaust and those interested in the history of Europe.By the end of 1942, 1.4 million Jews had been killed by the Einsatzgruppen that followed the German army eastward; by the end of the war, nearly two million had been murdered in Russia and Eastern Europe. Of the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust, about one-third fell in the territories of the USSR. The single most important text documenting that slaughter is The Black Book, compiled by two renowned Russian authors Ilya Ehrenburg and Vasily Grossman. Until now, The Black Book was only available in English in truncated editions. Because of its profound significance, this new and definitive English translation of The Complete Black Book of Russian Jewry is a major literary and intellectual event.From the time of the outbreak of the war, Ehrenburg and Grossman collected the eyewitness testimonies that went into The Black Book. As early as 1943 they were planning its publication; the first edition appeared in 1944. During the years immediately after the war, Grossman assisted Ehrenburg in compiling additional materials for a second edition, which appeared in 1946 (in English as well as Russian).Since the fall of the Soviet regime, Irina Ehrenburg, the daughter of Ilya Ehrenburg, has recovered the lost portions of the manuscript sent to Yad Vashem. The texts recovered by Ms. Ehrenburg include numerous documents that had been censored from the original manuscript, as well as items that had been hidden by the Grossman family. In addition, she verified and, where appropriate, corrected the accuracy of documents that had already appeared in earlier editions of The Black Book.

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The Master of the Třeboň Altarpiece was one of the most important Gothic artists of the international style art in the European context. Scholarly literature, both Czech and foreign, presents various ideas concerning ascribing particular pieces of art to this unknown figure, the date of their origin and their chronology, artistic ideological points of departure of his work and the reconstruction and origin of the Třeboň altarpiece. Art historian Jan Royt s extensive scientific monograph on the Master of the Třeboň Altarpiece is an attempt to answer these questions. The introductory chapters outline the historical events and development of painting in Europe and in Bohemia in the last third of the 14th century, including the spiritual background of the time. The central part is devoted to the artistic and iconographic analysis of works of the Master of the Třeboň Altarpiece and works from his workshop and circle as well as importance in the formulation of the beautiful style. The scholar focused also on the various hypothetical variants of the hypothetical reconstruction of the altarpiece (including drawings). The book closes with a detailed and critical overview of art historians views of the work of this medieval artist. The appendix, including illustrations, summarizing the results of restoration survey of the panel paintings by the Master of the Třeboň Altarpiece, is the work of Adam Pokorný.

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A REISSUE OF THE 2018 COOKBOOK Jane knows what we want: dishes that are easy, great to look at and eat, and made with ingredients you can find Prue LeithThe Get-Ahead Cook is packed full of easy, uncomplicated and foolproof recipes to take the stress out of cooking. Divided into six chapters: `Starters Small Plates , `Brunching Lunching , `Easy Suppers Comforting Food , `Feasts for Friends , `Salads Sides and `Sweet Things , these dishes are all contemporary and beautifully presented, yet deceptively simple. Importantly for the home cook, they all have get-ahead elements to spread and lighten the load, making them invaluable for everyday cooking and especially for entertaining. Jane s tried-and-tested hints and tips throughout the book offer a confidence-boosting guiding hand to home cooks of all levels.

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Renewed my faith in the human power to resist, imagine and make new, better worlds.â ™ Susanna Crossman, author of Home Is Where We StartHow do the disillusioned, the forgotten, and the persecuted not merely hold on to life but expand its possibilities and preserve its beauty? What, in other words, does utopia look like in black?These questions animate Aaron Robertsonâ ™s exploration of Black Americansâ ™ efforts to remake the conditions of their lives. Writing in the tradition of Saidiya Hartman and Ta-Nehisi Coates, Robertson makes his way from his ancestral hometown of Promise Land, Tennessee, to Detroit â “ the city where he was born, and where one of the countryâ ™s most remarkable Black utopian experiments got its start. Founded by the brilliant preacher Albert Cleage Jr., the Shrine of the Black Madonna combined Afrocentric Christian practice with radical social projects. Central to this endeavour was the Shrineâ ™s chancel mural of a Black Virgin and child, the icon of a nationwide liberation movement that would come to be known as Black Christian Nationalism.Alongside the Shrineâ ™s story, Robertson reflects on a diverse array of Black utopian visions, from the Reconstruction era through the countercultural fervour of the 1960s and 1970s and into the present day. By doing so, Robertson showcases the enduring quest of collectives and individuals for a world beyond the constraints of systemic racism.The Black Utopians is the story of a movement and of a world still in the making â “ one that points the way toward radical alternatives for the future.A TIME Book of the YearA New York Times Book of the Year

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From the eighth floor of a tower block in Central Europe, Jan Zábrana surveyed the twentieth century. He had been exiled from his own life by Communism. His parents were imprisoned, their health broken, and he was not allowed to study languages in college. Refusing both to rebel outright or to cave in, he thought of himself as a dead man walking. To all those who keep asking me to do things for them, I sometimes feel like saying: ‘But I m dead. I died long ago. Why do you keep treating me as if I were one of the living? ” Yet during some of Europe s most difficult years, he wrote The Lesser Histories, a collection of sixty-four sonnets that range through themes of age, sex, and political repression-a radiant testament to his times. The lines are emptied both of personal pathos and political stridency. Often Zábrana s own voice segues into those of poets he had translated over the years, leaving only a bare shimmer of subjectivity-humorous, oblique, pained-with which to view his own works and days. The poems document a splendid and bitter isolation, and are immersed in the humor, hatreds, and loves of the everyday. Published in Czech in the ill-fated year of 1968, they subsequently fell into neglect. After the fall of Communism in 1989, Zábrana s collected poems and selected diaries were published in Czech, and he was acclaimed as a major twentieth-century writer. Now, with this collection, he can begin to reach English-language readers for the first time.

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The stunning first volume in Janny Wurts’s epic tale of two half-brothers cursed to life-long enmity, now re-released with a striking new cover. Let each who reads determine the good and the evil for himself Athera is besieged by the Mistwraith, which blights the land and dims the mysteries guarded by the last fugitives of the old bloodlines. But from a prophecy springs hope: the gifts of two brothers – one dark, one fair, raised on opposite sides of a relentless war – when paired may challenge the Mistwraith’s invasion, though at brutal cost…Arithon, Master of Shadow, musician and mage, commands the power of illusion and darkness.Taken prisoner in battle, his fate falls to his half-brother, Prince Lysaer – a man endowed with the gift of light through the mother they share. Lysaer is the legitimate son of a king who was betrayed by his queen’s choice to father Arithon by his mortal enemy but that does not save him:Vengeful fury drives the king to banish both Lysaer and Arithon from the world they know to the troubled realms of Athera beyond the Worldsend Gate. The two exiles are thrown together by hatred and spilled blood – then bound by destiny to champion Athera’s sundered heritage.The highest stakes ride the backlash of their conflict – they must reforge their adverse ideals into balance, or destroy the etheric grace of a culture all but lost to antiquity. A subtle and intricate tale of morality and difference, justice versus compassion, told with epic scope and real magic, Curse of the Mistwraith remains a modern classic of the fantasy genre.

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The current emphasis on the body of research known as the Science of Reading has renewed the reading wars and raised challenging questions for balanced literacy teachers about the best way to teach reading. Instead of fueling the debate, Dr. Jan Burkins and Kari Yates immersed themselves in the research and produced Shifting the Balance, Grades K-2: 6 Ways to Bring the Science of Reading into the Balanced Literacy Classroom. This best-selling guide is concise and practical, integrating effective reading strategies from each perspective. Every chapter of Shifting the Balance, Grades K-2 focuses on one of the six simple and scientifically sound shifts reading teachers can make to strengthen their approach to early reading instruction in these areas:Reading ComprehensionPhonemic AwarenessPhonicsHigh-Frequency WordsCueing SystemsText SelectionPractical Instruction for Primary Grades: Whether your students are just learning to read or building more advanced reading comprehensive skills, Shifting the Balance, K-2 is designed to help teachers meet the instructional needs of K-2 students. Six Manageable Shifts: Each chapter focuses on a key shift that helps educators understand common misconceptions and adjust their thinking around some common instructional practices that teachers have been using for decades. Evidence-Based Instruction: Burkins and Yates offer busy educators a blueprint for integrating finding from brain research, cognitive science, and child development into their daily instruction, while keeping meaningful experiences with books a priority. Classroom Applications: Shifting the Balance, K-2 is full of sample activities and classroom vignettes that paint a picture of what these shifts look like in action with roomful of learners. The book has already helped countless educators by taking the guesswork out of how to blend best practices with the latest research while keeping students at the forefront of reading instruction. We ve written this book to support you in making sound decisions anchored in the best of science, the truth of responsiveness, and a relentless focus on providing all children learning experiences saturated with meaning, the authors write.

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Poignant, warm, gut wrenching and hopeful, this book is just beautiful. - 5* reader review***â ˜Excuse me,â ™ the man interrupted her as if there was absolutely nothing she could say to comfort him. â ˜I have to get on with my digging.â ™ Then he stabbed violently at her sketchbook with his finger. â ˜Get it all down,â ™ he snarled. â ˜Every single disgusting, pathetic detail. And shove it in their faces.â ™London, 1940Following a chance meeting with her former teacher, young painter Sybil Paige wins a coveted assignment from the War Artists Advisory Committee, and so begins her journey across the length and breadth of the country, sketching everything from airfields and assembly lines to farms and factories.Sometimes itâ ™s milkmaids and poultry keepers, brave and hopeful; sometimes itâ ™s the harrowed faces of those digging through the rubble to find their loved ones and livelihoods. But armed with her sketchbook, Sybil captures it all, determined to tell the stories of the thousands of women fighting their own battles on the home front. Above all, she wants the voices of her subjects to shine through.But amidst the scenes of despair and courage, the one picture Sybil cannot paint and yet cannot purge from her brain, no matter how hard she tries, is the image of a woman folded into a chair, the crumpled telegram about her missing husband clasped in her hand. Because a self-portrait, Sybil well knows, requires the artist to find her own voice.With each new commission, Sybil grows in confidence. But, like the many people she meets and sketches, she fears the future: will it bring hope or heartbreak?***Readers love THE WAR ARTIST I read this over 2 days, unable to tear myself away. I laughed and cried along this journey. It was a history lesson like no other - Reader review Enthralling and captivating. I truly couldn t put it down - Reader review Excellent! Jan has written a memorable story about a war time artist thatâ ™s so descriptive you are completely immersed in it. I thoroughly enjoyed it - Reader review Well written and well researched and kept me hooked till the end - Reader review

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Revealing a history that is deep, broad, and infuriating, The Black Tax casts a bold light on the racist practices long hidden in the shadows of Americaâ ™s tax regimes. Â American taxation is unfair, and it is most unfair to the very people who critically need its support. Not only do taxpayers with fewer resourcesâ ”less wealth, power, and landâ ”pay more than the well-off, but they are forced to fight for their rights within an unjust system that undermines any attempts to improve their position or economic standing. In The Black Tax, Andrew W. Kahrl reveals the shocking history and ruinous consequences of inequitable and predatory tax laws in this countryâ ”above all, widespread and devastating racial dispossession. Â Throughout the twentieth century, African Americans acquired substantial amounts of property nationwide. But racist practices, obscure processes, and outright theft diminished their holdings and their power. Of these, Kahrl shows, few were more powerful, or more quietly destructive, than property taxes. He examines all the structural features and hidden traps within Americaâ ™s tax system that have forced Black Americans to pay more for less and stripped them of their land and investments, and he reveals the staggering cost. The story of Americaâ ™s now enormous concentration of wealth at the topâ ”and the equally enormous absence of wealth among most Black householdsâ ”has its roots here. Â Kahrl exposes the painful history of these practices, from Reconstruction up to the present, and tells, for the first time, the story of Black Americansâ ™ experiences as taxpayers and their fight for a more fair and equitable system for raising and spending the publicâ ™s money. This is a history that deepens our understanding of the disadvantages and persistent inequalities that African American households continue to face and reveals hidden engines of economic inequality in America. Detailing the hows and whys of Americaâ ™s profoundly unequal tax system, The Black Tax equips readers with the knowledge needed to combat inequality and injustice today.

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This book is for anyone who wants to understand what being more inclusive at work means, especially as it relates to black leaders. It is intended for those people who are saying ⠜I don⠙t know where to start,⠝ ⠜I don⠙t know what to do⠝ and ⠜I don⠙t know what to say⠝ when understanding and talking about race at work. Based on candid interviews with 30 successful black leaders, it peels away the multifaceted layers of black British leaders in organisations to offer a new way of thinking about the black British experience.This book provides the insights and ideas required to have positive conversations about race at work and to create work environments where black leaders can thrive. In identifying the attributes and behaviours that successful black leaders have in common, this book offers new ways of thinking about black people at work that help to further inclusion. It shines a light on the daily reality of being a black leader in the workplace, providing an alternative entry point for conversations around inclusion and explores what individuals and organisations can do to increase inclusion in the workplace. Through first-hand stories this book explores the challenges, compromises, struggles and successes that black people encounter, and the range of strategies they employ to achieve success as they navigate the ⠜white⠝ workplace.It is essential reading for business leaders in the private, public and third sector, human resources professionals, students, anyone teaching or mentoring black students or leaders and everyone interested in understanding race and furthering inclusion in the workplace.

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Wow, what a read! Great plot and characters. Everything you want in a mystery. This series gets better with every book NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐When a body is found at the Merrywell Book Festival, amateur sleuth Violet Brewster must leave no page unturned to solve the mystery⠦The small and idyllic village of Merrywell is getting ready to host its first ever book festival, and Violet Brewster is delighted when she is asked to interview the star author.Leonie Stanwick, now a bestselling romance author, is the featured guest of the festival. She was born in Merrywell, but abruptly left when she was 18 years old and never came back.But the festival takes a dark turn when Leonie is found murdered; her return to the village had clearly shaken someone up. When a shocking secret about Leonie⠙s past is revealed, Violet⠙s suspicions must turn to her own neighbours. Who in the village was intent on making sure Leonie could never leave the village again?An utterly gripping and unputdownable English cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Clare Chase, Frances Evesham and Betty Rowlands.Readers LOVE Murder at the Book Festival!⠘An enjoyable cozy, with plenty of twists and turns, and a fun glimpse into village life.⠙ Clare Chase⠘Jane Bettany delivers a cozy with a dash of sass ⠓ thoroughly enjoyable and utterly irresistible.⠙ Peter Boland⠘A murder mystery with a blossoming romance⠦ what more could one ask for? Delicious!⠙ Katie Gayle⠘Murder at the Book Festival is a delightful cozy mystery⠦ I can t wait to follow Violet and her friends in their next adventure!⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘Another enjoyable and entertaining mystery in a well imagined and delightful setting, a credible and deftly drawn cast and a solid mystery at its very heart.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⠘A thoroughly good read. Cosy crime at its best.⠙ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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