the blue maiden anna noyes

The Blue Maiden - Anna Noyes

''Haunting'' NEW YORK TIMES''A shimmering spell of a novel'' EMMA TÖRZS''Partly a young girl''s coming of age, partly a treatise of the wildness of women'' STEPHANIE DANLER_______________________________________________________It''s 1825, generations since the women of Berggrund Island stood accused of witchcraft, many of them put to death. But the shadow of this violent past looms large over the isolated community.Now, the island is overseen by Pastor Silas, a widower with two wild daughters, Beata and Ulrika. The sisters are outcasts: imaginative, rebellious, and consumed by a curiosity about their home''s dark history and the mother they lost. When an enigmatic outsider arrives at their door, his presence threatens their family bond and unearths a buried history to shocking ends...___________________Readers are loving The Blue Maiden''A beautifully told story''''One of the most immersive novels I''ve read in ages''''I loved loved this''''A perfect read for the fall season''''A fantastic Nordic Folk Horror''

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Benny the Blue Whale - Andy Stanton

AI is changing the world at frightening speed. A bestselling author decides to find out more… ‘Something profound and utterly brilliant is going on… hilarious.’ THE TIMES Is ChatGPT the end of creative industries as we know them? An ethical quagmire from which there is no return? A threat to all our jobs, as we keep hearing on the news? Bestselling children’s author Andy Stanton has made a career out of writing differently – from the unconventional ‘hero’ of his bestselling Mr Gum series to his penchant for absurdist plots, his children’s books are anything but formulaic. When a friend introduces him to ChatGPT, the new large language chatbot, Andy is as sceptical as he is curious. Can this jumble of algorithms really mimic the spontaneity of human thought? Could it one day replace human authors like him for good? And are we soon to be ruled over by despotic robot overlords? He decides there’s only one thing for it – he must test this bot’s capabilities. Eventually, he settles on a prompt that will push the algorithm to its creative limits: ‘tell me a story about a blue whale with a tiny penis.’ Chaos ensues. What follows is a surprising and illuminating battle between Andy and ChatGPT that maybe, just maybe, might help us all understand AI a little bit better. Join Andy and his beleaguered AI lackey on a rollicking metafictional journey through the art of storytelling. Presenting his prompts and the AI-generated narrative alongside extensive commentary, Stanton provides a startling paean to the art of a good story and boundless human creativity. Hopeful and hilarious, Benny the Blue Whale provides a joyfully anarchic meditation on AI, literature and why we write. *** A WATERSTONES AND NEW SCIENTIST BEST BOOK OF 2023 ‘There’s no book like it. Scholarly, childish, fascinating and hilarious – one of our funniest writers dissects what it takes to build a story and what that tells us about being human. It’ll really make you think, if you can stop laughing.’ —Chris Addison, co-creator of BREEDERS ‘Entertaining and alarmingly relevant, provocative and philosophically satisfying, it’s ultimately a profoundly human text.’ OBSERVER ‘A magnificent experiment by a perfect fool – deep and shallow and stupid and clever – the perfect use of AI (Andy Intelligence).’ —Robin Ince, author of THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING INTERESTED ‘Benny the Blue Whale is many things. It’s a fascinating discourse on the nature of language and storytelling. It’s a philosophical treatise on the possibilities of artificial intelligence. It’s a receptacle for obscenely hilarious jokes... A brilliant and beautiful cyborg: part human brain, part computational muscle. It’s a post-post-modern work of genius.’ —Anthony McGowan, Carnegie Medal-winning author of LARK

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The Billow Maiden - James Dixon

Ailsa’s mum is ill, not the first time, so they spend the summer with her aunt and uncle. Aunt Bertha, Uncle Nod and their dog Moxie live on an island off the coast, by a beautiful fishing village surrounded by beaches and clifftops. Ailsa and Moxie spend their whole time there exploring these beaches and cliffs, until one day they find a hidden cave. Inside the cave, they find Hefring, a strange woman not keen on strangers. Ailsa slowly gets to know who Hefring is. She is a selkie, a mermaid, a billow maiden from ancient myth. However, she is stuck on land and slowly dying. It is up to Ailsa and her new friend Camilla to save her, but there are plenty of obstacles in the way – not least Ailsa’s own fears and her mum’s illness. The Billow Maiden is a beautifully told tale of friendship, family, healing and transformation from a stunning new writer for children.

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The Mystery of the Sorrowful Maiden - Kate Saunders

''Laetitia Rodd is a warm and engaging heroine'' The TimesFor readers of The Thursday Murder Club, M.C. Beaton and James Runcie, The Mystery of the Sorrowful Maiden is the charming third mystery in Kate Saunder’s series about Laetitia Rodd, the indomitable Victorian lady detective. In the spring of 1853, private detective Laetitia Rodd receives a delicate request from a retired actor, whose days on the stage were ended by a theatre fire ten years before. His great friend, and the man he rescued from the fire, Thomas Transome, has decided to leave his wife, who now needs assistance in securing a worthy settlement. Though Mrs Rodd is reluctant to get involved with the scandalous world of the theatre, she cannot turn away the woman in need. She agrees to take the case. But what starts out as a simple matter of negotiation becomes complicated when a body is discovered in the burnt husk of the old theatre. Soon Mrs Rodd finds herself embroiled in family politics, rivalries that put the Capulets and Montagues to shame, and betrayals on a Shakespearean scale. Mrs Rodd will need all her investigative powers, not to mention her famous discretion, to solve the case before tragedy strikes once more.Praise for the Laetitia Rodd Mystery series:''A witty, genteel tale of secrets, lies and hidden gold... Enormous fun'' The Times''With a well-crafted plot, an engaging protagonist, and astute nods to the literature and theological squabbles of the period, this is a perfect novel for a summer afternoon'' Guardian''A Dickensian glow pervades this immensely satisfying novel. Hugely enjoyable'' James Runcie, author of the ''Grantchester Mysteries''''Pure delight'' Sunday Times

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The Largesse of the Sea Maiden - Denis Johnson

**A NEW YORK TIMES CRITICS'' TOP BOOK OF 2018**The Largesse of the Sea Maiden is the long-awaited new story collection from Denis Johnson, author of the groundbreaking, highly acclaimed Jesus’ Son. Written in the same luminous prose, this collection finds Johnson in new territory, contemplating mortality, the ghosts of the past, and the elusive and unexpected ways the mysteries of the universe assert themselves. Finished shortly before Johnson’s death, this collection is the last word from a writer whose work will live on for many years to come.

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Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams - Harris Steve

Celebrating 50 years of Iron Maiden, this magnificent visual book, incorporating commentary by band members past and present, and never-before-seen photography from the Iron Maiden archives, chronicles the evolution of heavy metal’s most prestigious band. Iron Maiden is an institution. Hailed as pioneers of a new wave of British heavy metal in the 80s, the band has come to embody a spirit of fearless creative independence and ferocious dedication to their fans that has won them a huge following around the world and across the generations.Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams traces the creative evolution of heavy metal’s most influential and enthralling band, from 1975 to 2025. Presenting iconic album and single artworks, photographs of the band’s instruments past and present, stage props, hand-written lyrics and artefacts from the archive and the band’s personal collections, as well as landmark photographs by Ross Halfin and John McMurtrie, Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams is rife with revelatory stories and intriguing insights from pivotal band members and management. It is bookended by a foreword from band founder Steve Harris and an afterword by vocalist Bruce Dickinson.Iron Maiden: Infinite Dreams is the definitive legacy volume, celebrating the band’s creativity, dedication, personality and success.

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Iron Maiden at 50 - Daniel Bukszpan

An essential addition to the library of any Iron Maiden fan, this unique look back at the heavy metal giants examines the band’s legacy through the lens of 50 key milestones.It’s tough to believe Iron Maiden’s been around for a half-century, but author Dan Bukszpan has the receipts. In Iron Maiden at 50, Bukszpan pays tribute to the British metal legends on the occasion of their 50th anniversary by examining 50 of the most significant moments, performances, albums, singles, and personnel decisions from throughout their career. The resulting volume features:Sturdy hardcover formatStunning concert and candid offstage photographyImages of memorabilia, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, concert T-shirts, backstage passes, and moreAn Iron Maiden timelineComplete discography Bukszpan covers everything down through the decades:Bassist Steve Harris founding the band in East LondonTheir first independent EPEarly success in JapanNumerous personnel changes that resulted in the current stable lineupGroundbreaking toursThe band’s private Boeing 757, piloted by vocalist Bruce DickinsonDickinson’s solo effortsAll the studio albums …and much more! In addition, thorough sidebars examine unique aspects of the band’s career, such as the post-Maiden careers of former vocalists Paul Di’Anno and Blaze Bayley, and the 1984 Polish concerts that helped spur the band’s global popularity.The result is an epic tribute to one of the most influential and admired bands in rock history—in a milestone year.

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Julia and the Shark: An enthralling, uplifting adventure story from the creators of LEILA AND THE BLUE FOX - Kiran Millwood Hargraveová

A captivating, powerful and luminous story from a bestselling, award-winning author about a mother, a daughter, and the great Greenland shark. With mesmerising black and yellow illustrations and presented as a deluxe hardback with tracing paper inserts, this is a perfect gift for 9+ fans of David Almond and Frances Hardinge.'Tom de Freston's stunning illustrations perfectly complement the poetry of Kiran Millwood Hargrave's story' Cressida Cowell'A truly beautiful book, with text and illustrations in perfect harmony. A book to treasure!' Jacqueline Wilson'Julia and the Shark is deep, beautiful and true. The art shines and the writing soars - a classic from cover to cover' Eoin Colfer'A rich, immersive and wondrous journey, through deep darkness to hope and light' Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsThe shark was beneath my bed, growing large as the room, large as the lighthouse, rising from unfathomable depths until it ripped the whole island from its roots. The bed was a boat, the shark a tide, and it pulled me so far out to sea I was only a speck, a spot, a mote, a dying star in an unending sky...Julia has followed her mum and dad to live on a remote island for the summer - her dad, for work; her mother, on a determined mission to find the elusive Greenland shark. But when her mother's obsession threatens to submerge them all, Julia finds herself on an adventure with dark depths and a lighthouse full of hope...A beautiful, lyrical, uplifting story about a mother, a daughter, and love - with timely themes of the importance of science and the environment.

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Maggie Blue and the White Crow - Anna Goodall

Longlisted for the Branford Boase AwardShortlisted for the Alexandra Palace AwardMaggie Blue is adjusting to a quieter life, back living with her aunt Esme and hanging out with friends Ida and Will as well as her beloved Hoagy the cat. She tries to forget about the events of the previous year - but she's being watched, and one day a small white bird appears. Where has the white crow come from, and why won't it leave Maggie alone? Little does she know that the Dark World is waiting for her to return... and when Cynthia her mum is kidnapped and taken there, Maggie only has no choice but to go back. With the help of Hoagy and some new friends by her side, Maggie must go back to the place that she never wished to see again, if she's ever to see her mum - or gain control of her own life - again.

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The Summer Maiden - Dilly Court

The second book in a stunning new series from Sunday Times bestseller, Dilly Court1873. When Carrie Manning’s father dies her mother, Esther, is heartbroken. Essie leaves London to convalesce with her good friend Lady Alice, and it is down to Carrie to look after her family and take charge of the shipping company that her father has left behind.But the company is in dire straits, forcing Carrie seek work as a companion to Maria Colville. When Carrie and Maria try to track down Maria’s mother, they have no idea of the secrets that they will discover. Secrets that link the Colvilles, the Mannings and figures from the past who return to England.Carrie’s journey is as unpredictable as the waters that link the rival shipping companies, but will her determination be enough to preserve the legacy of her family’s name?

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Marillion: An Hour Before It's Dark - Blu-ray (4029759171751)

Hudební Blu-ray - An Hour Before It's Dark je devatenácté studiové album britské neoprogresivní rockové kapely Marillion z roku 2022. An Hour Before It's Dark je devatenácté studiové album britské neoprogresivní rockové kapely Marillion z roku 2022. Rok vydání : 2022 (19.album) Blu-Ray bull; Celé album ve Stereo A 5.1 96kHz 24bitovým zvukem bull; „An Hour Before It's Dark” Tvorba Dokumentu (HD) Ve Stereu Seznam stop Blu-ray Be Hard On Yourself / I. The Tear In The Big Picture / II. Lust For Luxury / III. You Can Learn / Reprogram The Gene / I. Invincible / II. Trouble-Free Life / III. A Cure For Us? / Only A Kiss (Instrumental) / Murder Machines / The Crow And The Nightingale / Sierra Leone / I. Chance In A Million / II. The White Sand / III. The Diamond / IV. The Blue Warm Air / V. More Than A Treasure / Care / I. Maintenance Drugs / II. An Houre Before It #039;s Dark / III. Every Call / IV. Angels Of Earth

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The Blue Commons - Standing Guy

A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST ECONOMICS BOOK OF 2022 ''A landmark book... The Blue Commons is at once a brilliant synthesis, a searing analysis, and an inspiring call to action.'' - David Bollier''With remarkable erudition, passion and lyricism, Guy Standing commands the reader to wake up to the threat posed by rentier capitalism''s violent policies for extraction, exploitation and depletion of that which is both common to us all, but also vital to our survival: the sea and all within it.'' - Ann Pettifor ''Shines a bright light on the economy of the oceans, directing us brilliantly towards where a sustainable future lies.'' - Danny Dorling''This is a powerful, visionary book - essential reading for all who yearn for a better world.'' - Jason HickelThe sea provides more than half the oxygen we breathe, food for billions of people and livelihoods for hundreds of millions. But giant corporations are plundering the world''s oceans, aided by global finance and complicit states, following the neoliberal maxim of Blue Growth. The situation is dire: rampant exploitation and corruption now drive all aspects of the ocean economy, destroying communities, intensifying inequalities, and driving fish populations and other ocean life towards extinction.The Blue Commons is an urgent call for change, from a campaigning economist responsible for some of the most innovative solutions to inequality of recent times. From large nations bullying smaller nations into giving up eco-friendly fishing policies to the profiteering by the Crown Estate in commandeering much of the British seabed, the scale of the global problem is synthesised here for the first time, as well as a toolkit for all of us to rise up and tackle it.The oceans have been left out of calls for a Green New Deal but must be at the centre of the fight against climate change. How do we do it? By building a Blue Commons alternative: a transformative worldview and new set of proposals that prioritise the historic rights of local communities, the wellbeing of all people and, with it, the health of our oceans.

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Out of the Blue - Robert Tregoning

ONLY BLUE ALLOWED, by Blue government demand. Anything that isn''t blue, by colour law, is banned.In a very blue house on a very blue street, sits a little boy who feels as blue as the world around him. For this little boy has a BIG secret: he loves the colour yellow.In a world where only one colour is allowed, will he be brave enough to tell his dad? And will they be able to defy the rules and create a world where EVERY colour is welcome? One boy and his dad are about to come OUT OF THE BLUE and into life in technicolour!A stunning celebration of being yourself and living in ALL the colours of the rainbow, from debut author Robert Tregoning and rising star illustrator Stef Murphy. Championing difference, diversity and pride, this gloriously illustrated picture book is perfect for fans of Perfectly Norman, Grandad''s Camper and Julian Is a Mermaid.

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Beware The Blue Bazzoo - Newson Karl

BEWARE the Blue Bazzoo! But what if the rumours aren't true? Join in with the detective who is on the trail of a mysterious blue creature in this fun picture book!A detective tries to uncover the truth about the infamous “Blue Bazzoo”—a creature so big and scary that it can’t possibly be made up, can it?Our detective addresses us—the reader—on the very first page, and then walks the winding cobbled streets of a Dr. Suess–esque seaside town, taking statements from the residents. The Blue Bazzoo proves elusive, but rumors of its “supposed” qualities have spread throughout the town. However, as the investigation proceeds, there is a critical twist.... This is a tale of rumors and fears, that also teaches us a gentle lesson about jumping to conclusions and judging others!This work was previously published as 'Beware the Blue Bagoo'.

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The Blue Zones Kitchen One Pot Meals - Dan Buettner

In this mouthwatering cookbook, #1 New York Times best-selling author and host of Netflix''s Emmy award–winning Live to 100 Dan Buettner serves up 100 one-pot and one-pan recipes inspired by the blue zones to help busy home cooks live to 100 with ease!After years uncovering the secrets of the blue zones—places around the world where people live consistently into their 90s and 100s—Dan Buettner puts the lessons he''s learned into practice with 100 one-pot recipes designed to boost your longevity.Inside you''ll find easier-than-ever plant-based recipes featuring healthy ingredients backed by longevity research. Each recipe (many made in 30 minutes or less) is inspired by the ingredients of the blue zones, with flavors Americans love best. The mouthwatering dishes include:A protein-packed Tex-Mex Breakfast SkilletThe perfect crunchy snack: Crispy Roasted ChickpeasGood-for-the-soul Creamy White Bean and Tomato SoupA twist on a classic: a Deluxe Blue Zones MinestroneVeggie-loaded Spanakopita PastaCrowd-pleasing Southern Style Sheet Pan BBQ Tofu with Sweet Corn and Green BeansAn easy Slow Cooker BourguignonNo-Bake Peanut Butter and Honey Cookie BitesWritten with busy households in mind, these tasty—and good for you—breakfast, dinner, snack, and dessert recipes can be made in one pot, one pan, or one baking sheet, so you can eat like the world’s longest-lived people without spending hours in the kitchen.Perfect for busy families, health-minded home cooks, culinary enthusiasts, and anyone interested in eating the Blue Zones way, this is a cookbook that will change your diet—and your life.

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The Cover Art of Blue Note Records - Graham Marsh, Glyn Callingham

The Cover Art of Blue Note Records is Graham Marsh and Glyn Callingham’s classic collection of the unparalleled record sleeves produced by the celebrated Blue Note record label.Around January 1956 the photographer Francis Wolff and Alfred Lion of Blue Note Records met Reid Miles, a commercial artists and a devout classical music fan. After establishing a rapport, Reid Miles became the designer for the Blue Note label for the next eleven years creating wonderful graphic covers that were both unique and also retaining the indefinable Blue Note look. Featuring iconic covers for artists such as Herbie Hancock, Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins and Art Blakey, this anthology is an evocative piece of Jazz history.Alongside over 400 of the record label’s best album covers is a selection of short essays written by leading industry figures. Both a comprehensive guide to an acclaimed label, and an insightful snapshot of graphic design history, The Cover Art of Blue Note Records is a must-have for all Jazz fans.

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Secrets of the Blue Hand Girls - Rowana Miller

In this fast-paced dark academia debut, a high school student is drawn into a secret society bent on uncovering the hidden truths of her elite Manhattan school. But as she digs deeper, she begins to suspect that the society’s mysterious leaders – possibly including her new girlfriend – may have far more sinister motives. When the first letter appears in Kay Anderson's locker, it carries one instruction: dye your hand blue. She definitely shouldn't follow it. Kay doesn't have time for secret societies: as a scholarship student at up-and-coming Manhattan prep school Davison High, she knows her job is to work hard, get into Northwestern, and ignore her wealthy classmates' fun-filled Instagram stories. Besides, her first and only real friend at Davison died suddenly last year. Still, Kay's intrigued, so she stains her palms with ink to join the mysterious Blue Hand Girls, sharing an unspoken thrill with the classmates who do the same. More letters show up, assigning risky initiation tasks, and Kay realises the group is set on exposing the shady business that Davison's founders would rather keep hidden – things that her dead friend might have known about. But the anonymous instructions also demand the girls reveal their own secrets, bonding them all too close to abandon the society. Soon Kay doesn't know who's more dangerous: the powerful people who run her school, or the Blue Hand Girls themselves. And then there's Zola Wolfe, the beautiful redhead in Kay's Calculus class, who's never been seen with a blue hand, and who just might become her girlfriend. Yet Kay can't help but wonder, even as she kisses her on the roof of Davison High, if Zola is the most dangerous of them all. Suspenseful and intriguing, this dark academia debut will have readers gripped with its fresh take on the genre and distinctive, voice-driven narrative. This is a young adult thrill ride not to be missed. TropesDark AcademiaQueer RomanceThrillerYoung Adult

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The Blue Food Cookbook - Andrew Zimmern, Barton Seaver

Featuring a foreword from Shailene Woodley.In connection with the PBS docuseries Hope in the Water by Andrew Zimmern (food equity and climate activist, Emmy and four-time James Beard award winner) and Barton Seaver (an expert on seafood cookery and sustainability), a sustainable seafood bible, including a guide to environmentally friendly practices for buying and cooking food from oceans, lakes, and rivers, with over 145 recipes. Is farmed or wild-caught salmon better? Is tuna being overfished? Do I have to worry about mercury poisoning? Is seafood high in protein? Is industrial aquaculture sustainable? How can I do anything to address the climate change and food security crises? Is it okay to eat raw fish? How do you shuck an oyster? Is frozen seafood good? How do you cook mackerel without it stinking up the kitchen?The answers are clear in Hope in the Water: The Blue Food Cookbook. In celebration of the fish, shellfish, and plants we eat from our oceans, lakes, and rivers (in other words, blue food) and in collaboration with the PBS docuseries Hope in the Water, award-winning chef and TV host Andrew Zimmern and leading sustainable seafood expert and educator Barton Seaver present a seafood bible looking at blue food from water to plate: a tangible, delicious cookbook for how to best buy, prepare, and cook from our oceans and waterways sustainably.With a comprehensive guide to culinary categories of fish, how to best set up your kitchen, what you should have in your pantry, different cooking techniques, and more than 145 delicious recipes, this first-of-its-kind cookbook is all you need to cook seafood confidently and responsibly. Recipes span from humble meals to impressive fare for entertaining, from traditional dishes to creative takes—even desserts (trust!)—inspired by flavors from Zimmern’s and Barton’s travel around the world, restaurant experience, and their home kitchens, for blue food of all kinds, including tinned fish, shellfish, fillet fish, seaweed, and beyond:Butternut Squash and Mussel SoupFish and Chips, but Make It SaladSeafood Pot PieHalibut with Green Goddess DressingTuna Noodle CasseroleNashville Hot-Inspired CatfishMiso Broiled CarpSockeye Salmon EnchiladasVietnamese Caramelized ShrimpChocolate Chip Kelp BrowniesA lusciously photographed and beautifully illustrated tome, Hope in the Water is a definitive must-have for every home cook looking to enjoy delicious, nutritious seafood more sustainably.

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The Blue Bedroom - Rosamunde Pilcher

''I really loved this book. All the stories were told brilliantly. And each one felt like a full, well-rounded tale'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A brilliant and captivating collection of short stories by the beloved Rosamunde PilcherThe big bedroom was lovely: all pale blue and white, satin and muslin, cool and airy, the windows looking out over the garden to the creek. But to fourteen-year-old Emily, beautiful though it was, it was all wrong. Her stepmother''s bedroom now: everything changed since her own mother had died.And stretched out on the bed: Stephanie, very white and pained. The new baby on its way, a month early. All of a sudden, with her father away on business, Emily had to take charge, keep calm, ring for the doctor and the ambulance. The time for looking back had gone.The Blue Bedroom is just one of Rosamunde Pilcher''s remarkable collection of stories. Stories that will enchant fans of The Shell Seekers.READERS LOVE THE BLUE BEDROOM:''Top standard as is usual from this author. Good variety of places, characters and situations'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''This book of short stories held my attention. The style is pacey and sharply observed. Each tale ended with hope.'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Another great read from Rosamunde. Could not put it down'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐PRAISE FOR ROSAMUNDE PILCHER:''Her genius is to create characters you really care for'' Daily Express''It is never too soon to discover Rosamunde Pilcher'' Good Housekeeping''Whether she is being poignant, wry or perceptive, Rosamunde Pilcher is always gentle'' Woman''s Realm

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Mr Tiger, Betsy and the Blue Moon - Sally Gardner

A 2018 Times Book of the Year. An enchanting fairytale about Mr Tiger, and his troupe of acrobats, Betsy K Glory, the daughter of a mermaid and an ice-cream maker, from bestselling author Sally Gardner and illustrated by Nick Maland. ''Tigers have their secrets and their whiskers, their tails and their tales.'' Sally Gardner''s enchanting new series, illustrated by Nick Maland, is a fairytale full of traditional ingredients. When Betsy K Glory, the daughter of a mermaid and an ice-cream maker, meets the mysterious Mr Tiger they have a giant challenge: a moon to turn blue, berries to collect and wishable-delicious ice cream to create. The sort that makes wishes come true. With Mr Tiger and his troupe of Gongalong circus acrobats, a toad under a spell, a lonely giant, and Mum and Dad, Betsy sets off on her quest. The hardback edition of this book is printed in blue ink in Dyslexie, a font specially designed to make reading easier – and more fun. Mr Tiger, Betsy and the Blue Moon made the 2018 Books of the Year round-ups in The Times, the Telegraph, Evening Standard, the Scotsman and Big Issue.

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Broken Bells: Into The Blue - CD (BBCD01)

Hudební CD - Into the Blue je třetí studiové album amerického indie rockového dua Broken Bells z roku 2022. Into the Blue je třetí studiové album amerického indie rockového dua Broken Bells z roku 2022. Broken Bells je americká indie rocková kapela složená z umělce-producenta Briana Burtona (známějšího jako Danger Mouse ) a Jamese Mercera , hlavního zpěváka a kytaristy indie rockové kapely The Shins. Rok vydání : 2022 (3.album) Seznam stop CD Into the Blue / We #039;re Not in Orbit Yet / Invisible Exit / Love on the Run / One Night / Saturdays / Forgotten Boy / The Chase / Fade Away

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The Philosophy of Andy Warhol - Andy Warhol

The autobiography of an American icon, Andy Warhol's The Philosophy of Andy Warhol is published in Penguin Modern Classics.'I never think that people die. They just go to department stores'Andy Warhol - American painter, filmmaker, publisher, actor and major figure in the Pop Art movement - was in many ways a reluctant celebrity. Here, in his autobiography, he spills his secrets and muses about love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, success, New York and America and its place in the world. But it is his reflections on himself, his childhood in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, the explosion of his career in the Sixties and his life among celebrities - from working with Elizabeth Taylor to partying with the Rolling Stones - that give a true insight into the mind of one of the most iconic figures in twentieth-century culture.Andy Warhol (1928-1987), was an American painter, filmmaker, publisher, actor, and a major figure in the Pop Art movement. He also produced a significant body of film work, including the famous Chelsea Girls; characterised the epoch with the now-famous expression 'fifteen minutes of fame'; produced the first album by The Velvet Underground; and was nearly killed just two days before the assassination of JFK. If you enjoyed The Philosophy of Andy Warhol, you might like 100 Artists' Manifestos, also available in Penguin Modern Classics.'Acute. Accurate. Mr Warhol's usual amazing candor. A constant entertainment and enlightenment'Truman Capote

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The Blue Lotus - Herge

One of the most iconic characters in children’s literatureHergé’s classic comic book creation Tintin is one of the most recognisable characters in children’s books. These highly collectible editions of the original 24 adventures will delight Tintin fans old and new. Perfect for lovers of graphic novels, mysteries and historical adventures.The world’s most famous travelling reporter is on the trail of the Blue Lotus. In India, Tintin gets drawn into a dangerous mystery revolving around a madness-inducing poison. He traces its origins to Shanghai and a nefarious web of opium traffickers. But can he outwit the crooks?Join the most iconic character in comics as he embarks on an extraordinary adventure spanning historical and political events, and thrilling mysteries. Still selling over 100,000 copies every year in the UK and having been adapted for the silver screen by Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson in 2011.The Adventures of Tintin continue to charm more than 90 years after they first found their way into publication. Since then more than 230 million copies have been sold, proving that comic books have the same power to entertain children and adults in the 21st century as they did in the early 20th.Hergé (Georges Remi) was born in Brussels in 1907. Over the course of 54 years he completed over 20 titles in The Adventures of Tintin series, which is now considered to be one of the greatest, if not the greatest, comics series of all time.Have you collected all the graphic novel adventures?Tintin in the Land of the SovietsTintin in AmericaTintin: Cigars of the PharaohTintin: The Blue LotusTintin: The Broken EarTintin: The Black IslandTintin: King Ottakar’s SceptreTintin: The Crab with the Golden ClawsTintin: The Shooting StarTintin: The Secret of the UnicornTintin: Red Rackham’s TreasureTintin: The Seven Crystal BallsTintin: Prisoners of the SunTintin: Land of Black GoldTintin: Destination MoonTintin: Explorers of the MoonTintin: The Calculus AffairTintin: The Red Sea SharksTintin in TibetTintin: The Castafiore EmeraldTintin: Flight 714 to SydneyThe Adventures of Tintin and the PicarosTintin and Alph-Art

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Blue Badger and the Beautiful Berry - Huw Lewis-Jones

This funny, witty and whimsical title is the latest installment from the Blue Badger series, following the lovable badger and his sometimes awkward attempts to navigate life.Life is good for Badger, bumbling about and eating berries day and night.His friends accept him, Dog’s favourite ball has been recovered, and he is finally master of his own destiny. Until another badger turns up and takes a liking to his berries...Can Badger learn to share? Is there more to life than berries?Every new friend is a new adventure… This fun, colourfully illustrated and witty picture book will delight children and adults alike with its charmingly-told story. This is the third book in the Blur Badger series, following on from Blue Badger and Blue Badger and the Big Breakfast.

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The Last Sunrise - Anna Todd

‘No one delivers an emotionally satisfying read filled with vulnerability, desire, and dreams quite like Anna. She’s my go-to for a story I know I’ll love and characters who live in the heart long after the last page is turned’ COLLEEN HOOVER ‘A luminous novel about first love, first adventures and the complex moments that change us forever’ MEGHAN QUINNNew York Times bestselling author of the After series and ‘the biggest literary phenom of her generation’ (Cosmopolitan) Anna Todd returns with a moving and empowering new romance about a young woman whose life transforms during a summer in Majorca with a mysterious local. Between chronic health issues and an overprotective mother, twenty-two-year-old Oriah Pera feels like she’s stuck waiting for her life to begin. But when her mother’s job takes them to Majora, Ry’s ready to break free and make this summer hers. In her first small act of rebellion, she escapes to explore the island on her own – only to run into an infuriatingly charming Spaniard who sees her as nothing more than a sheltered tourist. With unexpected tension simmering between them, Ry isn't sure if she should start listening to her head or her heart. As the summer rolls on, Julian has a way of pulling Ry out of her shell and showing her the adventure she’s always craved. But with her return to America looming, and her mother’s expectations of their life weighing on her, Ry must decide if she’s brave enough to take a chance on love and start living for herself.What to expect: Summer romance Rich girl x local boy First love Angst Mental health & Chronic illness rep Readers are giving THE LAST SUNRISE five stars: ‘I was immediately drawn in by this gorgeous cover but the story within is the true beauty … I could not put this book down and finished it in one sitting. Ry and Julian are impossible not to love. The spice, chef’s kiss! Anna Todd's writing is so captivating and she is a master at writing young love. If you’re looking for a book with all the feels, The Last Sunrise should be your next read' ‘WOW! This book is exactly what I needed. This is one of my new Top reads of the year’ ‘This book has officially entered my (very slim) 6 STAR READ category!!! Anna Todd’s writing was absolutely breathtaking’ ‘Once again, I found myself besotted with Anna's writing – grinning from ear to ear and barely able to put this one down’

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The Holy Qur'an - Martin Lings

The renowned scholar and Sufi master, the late Dr Martin Lings (Shaykh Abu Bakr Siraj ad-Din) was working on a full translation of the Qur''an when he passed away. The Aal al-Bayt Institute for Islamic Thought, who had commissioned Dr Lings to translate the Qur''an, and the Islamic Texts Society were granted access to his papers. The Publishers extracted from these previously unpublished writings, and from all his other publications, his translations of verses from the Qur''an. These are here presented as The Holy Qur''an: Translations of Selected Verses accompanied by the original Arabic text on facing pages.Occasionally, Dr Lings translated a particular verse in more than one way; all the different versions have been retained. On the one hand, this is a reflection of the fact that there can never be a definitive translation of the sacred text; on the other hand, this brings out the multiple meanings that may exist in one verse.In addition, there is an appendix of Dr Lings'' translation of the Ninety-nine Beautiful Names of God with the original Arabic and transliteration; and a cross-referenced index which is intended to work as a minor concordance.For all those wishing to learn about the Qur''an, for non-Arabic-speaking Muslims, for students of Arabic and translation, for scholars of Islamic studies, The Holy Qur''an: Translations of Selected Verses is a short and accessible introduction with the additional benefits of the profound learning of an eminent scholar and the beautiful language of a published poet.

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Charlie Bone and the Blue Boa - Jenny Nimmo

Classic magic and mystery from one of Britain’s best-loved authors of fantasy adventure. Perfect for fans of Harry Potter, Eva Ibbotson, Cornelia Funke’s Inkheart and Shane Hegarty’s Darkmouth.An Academy for magic and special talents. A destiny unfulfilled. A secret legacy.The third instalment of the international best-selling series from Jenny Nimmo starring Charlie Bone.Charlie''s Uncle Paton has dashed off to try to stop the Yewbeam aunts'' latest plan, but when Grandma Bone greets the arrival of Belle with delight, could this be what Paton left hoping to prevent? At Bloor''s, Emma finds art teacher Mr Boldova is the brother of the mysterious Ollie Sparks, made invisible by the blue boa.Have you collected all of the Charlie Bone series?Midnight for Charlie BoneCharlie Bone and the Time TwisterCharlie Bone and the Blue BoaCharlie Bone and Castle of MirrorsCharlie Bone and the Hidden KingCharlie Bone and the Wilderness WolfCharlie Bone and the Shadow of BadlockCharlie Bone and the Red KnightAlso look out for The Snow Spider trilogy.‘Dark, funny, crackling with magic’ – author Artemis Cooper on Midnight for Charlie Bone‘A fast moving, dialogue driven romp with plenty of cliff-hangers for those first hooked into reading by Harry Potter’ – Bookseller on Midnight for Charlie BoneJenny Nimmo is the acclaimed author of the Charlie Bone series. She has won several significant awards for her children’s fiction, including the Nestle Smarties Book Prize and the Tir na n-Og Welsh Arts Council award for The Snow Spider. She lives in Wales with her husband, David.

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Broken Bells: Into The Blue - LP (BBLP01)

LP vinyl - Into the Blue je třetí studiové album amerického indie rockového dua Broken Bells z roku 2022. Into the Blue je třetí studiové album amerického indie rockového dua Broken Bells z roku 2022. Broken Bells je americká indie rocková kapela složená z umělce-producenta Briana Burtona (známějšího jako Danger Mouse ) a Jamese Mercera , hlavního zpěváka a kytaristy indie rockové kapely The Shins. Rok vydání : 2022 (3.album) Seznam stop LP Into the Blue / We #039;re Not in Orbit Yet / Invisible Exit / Love on the Run / One Night / Saturdays / Forgotten Boy / The Chase / Fade Away

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Out of the Blue - June Jason

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! From Jason June, author of the breakout teen debut novel JayÂ’s Gay Agenda, comes Out of the Blue, a stand-alone dual POV queer rom-com that asks if love is enough to change everything youÂ’ve grown up believing. Perfect for fans of Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas and Deep Blue by Jennifer Donnelly. Crest is not excited to be on their Journey: the month-long sojourn on land all teen merfolk must undergo. The rules are simple: Help a human within one moon cycle and return to Pacifica to become an Elder—or fail and remain stuck on land forever. Crest is eager to get their Journey over and done with. Humans are disgusting. TheyÂ’ve polluted the planet so much that thereÂ’s a floating island of trash thatÂ’s literally the size of a country.In Los Angeles with a human body and a new name, Crest meets Sean, a human lifeguard whose boyfriend has recently dumped him. Crest agrees to help Sean make his ex jealous and win him back. But as the two spend more time together, and CrestÂ’s perspective on humans begins to change, theyÂ’ll soon be torn between two worlds. And fake dating just might lead to real feelings . . .This sophomore novel from Jason June dives into the many definitions of the word home and shows how love can help us find the truest versions of ourselves.Â

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The 26-Storey Treehouse: Colour Edition - Andy Griffiths

The 26-Storey Treehouse: Colour Edition is the second book in the bestselling Treehouse series by Andy Griffith''s and Terry Denton! This laugh-out-loud story is packed with and told through fantastic comic book style illustrations – perfect for fans of Dog Man and Bunny vs. Monkey. ''The kind of book I would have loved as a kid'' – Tom Fletcher, author of The Danger Gang. Andy and Terry have expanded their treehouse! There are now thirteen brand-new storeys, including a dodgem-car rink, a skate ramp, a mud-fighting arena, an antigravity chamber, an ice-cream parlour with seventy-eight flavours run by an ice-cream-serving robot called Edward Scooperhands, and the Maze of Doom – a maze so complicated that nobody who has gone in has ever come out again . . . Well, not yet anyway.This time, the two friends have a whole week to finish their next book, and Andy even knows what it should be about: the story of how he and Terry first met. But life is NEVER boring in the treehouse, and emergency shark operations, giant storms, and wooden pirate heads are just the beginning . . .Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!Climb more fun-filled levels in the ten million-copy-selling series – the perfect chapter books for reluctant readers.

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The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog - Jeremy Strong

The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog by Jeremy Strong has become a children''s classic!From The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog to karate princesses and hot cross bottoms, there''s a Jeremy Strong story to suit every child''s sense of humour. Jeremy''s readers range from 7 to teen, perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Morris Gleitzman.Streaker is a mixed-up kind of dog...with quite a bit of Ferrari and a large chunk of whirlwind.Streaker is no ordinary dog. She''s a rocket on four legs with a woof attached, and Trevor has got until the end of the holidays to train her. If he fails, he''ll lose his bet with horrible Charlie Smugg, and something very, very yucky involving frogspawn will happen...Award-winning Jeremy Strong has written many funny books for kids aged 7-teen, including My Dad''s Got an Alligator and My Brother''s Famous Bottom. Most of which are illustrated by Nick Sharratt, who also illustrates for Jacqueline Wilson! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog is back causing more chaos and getting into more trouble in Return of the Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog, Lost! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog, Wanted! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog, Christmas Chaos for the Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog and The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog Goes for Gold - guaranteed to have you laughing your socks off!

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Into the Clear Blue Sky - Rob Jackson

THE TIMES BEST SCIENCE BOOK OF 2024WINNER OF THE BLUE PLANET PRIZE 2025''Argues persuasively . . . nothing less than eye-opening'' Financial TimesCan we really restore the earth’s atmosphere within our lifetime?Whether through sustainable technologies such as fossil-free steel production, hydrogen-powered ships and electric motorbikes, or natural solutions like rewilding peatlands, people all over the world are finding new ways to travel, feed themselves and drive industry while safeguarding a liveable planet for future generations.Drawing on decades of research and a vast network of experts, Rob Jackson, Chair of the Global Carbon Project, introduces some of the brilliant innovators behind the boldest solutions to climate change – including an Eritrean agricultural scientist, a Swedish CEO and a Brazilian hydrologist.Now we have more tools to combat climate change than ever before, Into the Clear Blue Sky traces a clear path to a better future for us all – one that will see us cutting emissions in inventive new ways that protect our health and livelihoods, while repairing the damage we have caused to the atmosphere. This visionary and transformative book is the call to action we need – right now.

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The Blue Hour - Paula Hawkins

‘Vivid, extremely tense, unnervingly unputdownable. This is a superb, powerful read.’ Independent‘Undoubtedly Hawkins’ best novel yet’ Observer*****For twelve hours each day, the Scottish island of Eris is cut off from the mainland. No way in. No way out.The island’s only house was once home to Vanessa, whose notoriously unfaithful husband disappeared twenty years ago. Now this remote and beautiful place is home to Grace . . . a solitary creature of the tides, guarding the island’s past.But far away in London, a stranger has just made a startling discovery - a human bone where no human bone should be. And in that moment Grace’s precious isolation is threatened.How will she respond? Can she be trusted? Or is it Grace who should be afraid?Suddenly this is a very dangerous time to be alone . . . ''A darkly atmospheric, engaging mystery - her best book since The Girl On The Train.'' Good Housekeeping (Book of the Year)*****Readers are OBSESSED with The Blue Hour!''This blew me away. I want to read it again IMMEDIATELY. It’s creepy, unsettling and tense. '' 5-STAR Reader Review''I soaked up every bit of this book, savoured every word. I didn''t want it to end but when it did, it did so in chilling style. Brilliant!'' 5-STAR Reader Review''Once again, Hawkins has produced an irresistible, gripping story that I was completely immersed in from page one.'' 5-STAR Reader Review------------More praise for The Blue Hour:‘Really, really, REALLY good. Highly recommended!’ MARIAN KEYES''A fine, insidious thriller.'' The Mail on Sunday''Gorgeous and chilling.'' SHARI LAPENA''Extremely hard to put down.'' MICK HERRON‘Paula''s very best book. . . and a bloody good read.’ LIZ NUGENTThe Girl on the Train, global No.1 bestseller, The Bookseller Feb 2024Paula Hawkins, Sunday Times bestseller, October 2024

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The Book of Secrets - Anna Mazzola

Winner of the CWA Gold Dagger Crime Novel of the Year Award 2025!The thrilling and unputdownable new novel from bestselling author of The Clockwork Girl, Anna Mazzola!''Vividly alive with menace, magic, and mystery'' ESSIE FOX''A vivid and atmospheric historical adventure'' DAILY MAIL''A writer of great variety and inventiveness. A haunting, complex work'' THE TIMESRome, 1659.Some secrets are worth dying for...Girolama Spana lives west of the river Tiber in a house marked by a lily and a garden full of herbs. Many women in Rome seek her help - although they would never admit it - eager for her mysterious balms, her love potions, and her ability to predict their futures.Even against the splendour of the Eternal City, Giroloma''s secret recipes are the women''s most precious possessions - and their husbands'' most feared. So when men are reported dying in unnatural numbers, the gaze of Stefano Bracchi, prosecutor for the papal authorities, falls quickly on Girolama and her suspected sorcery.Soon she will face the greatest danger she has ever known - but Girolama has always vowed that in life there are secrets we write down, secrets we pass on, and some that we carry to our deaths...The Book of Secrets is inspired by real events that took place in 17th century Italy.Praise for The Book of Secrets:''Exceptional. Anna Mazzola''s finest work yet'' ELODIE HARPER''Dark, viscerally-atmospheric and richly-imagined'' TAMMY COHEN''Utterly compelling, brilliant and rage-inducing'' CAROLINE LEA''This gripping novel blends a colourful historical setting with the pace of a crime thriller'' WOMAN''S WEEKLY''Deeply unsettling in all the best ways. Absolutely loved it!'' JAMES OSWALD''Compelling and brilliantly atmospheric'' ANDREW TAYLOR''Rich and satisfying... another superb historical thriller from Anna Mazzola'' CAROLINE GREEN''A hugely entertaining read but also an important one in an era when women''s rights are being called into question. Magnificent'' LIZ NUGENT''A fascinating, evocative, darkly beautiful story. A compelling tale of female strength & ancient knowledge''HELEN FIELDS''A powerful, perceptive page turner. Feminist historical fiction that is chillingly timely. Bravo!''D V BISHOP''I couldn''t put it down. A spectacular insight into life for women in 17th century Rome. I adored it'' JULIE OWEN-MOYLAN''A tense and pacy historical thriller that fans of Robert Harris will love. I inhaled this book'' TARIQ ASHKANANI''Elegant and compelling writing from an author at the peak of her powers'' AJ WEST''A compulsive deep-thinking read, with a message for modern times'' CATE QUINN''Passages so lyrical I read them twice. Compelling and poignant. Stunning'' RACHEL WOLF''Captivating, haunting and so beautifully wrought'' FREYA BERRY''Meticulously researched, beautifully constructed and jam-packed with tension!'' REBECCA NETLEY

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Quest for the Enlightened Feminine - Anna Howard

A spiritual journey to discover the feminine face of God• Describes how the author gave up her life of comfort to move to the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the West, Kagyu Samye Ling• Details her 18-month pilgrimage around the world inspired by the compassion and wisdom of the female Buddha Green Tara and her entourage of 21 emanations• Woven throughout with Tibetan Buddhist teachings and methods, including practices with Green Tara and White TaraCan traditional spiritual practices bring about radical change for a happier existence in modern life? A life-changing dream encounter with Jesus the Christ propels former broadcaster and healer Anna Howard on a profound journey of spiritual awakening. From her roots in mystical Christianity, her quest leads her to discover Vajrayana Buddhism in the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the West, Kagyu Samye Ling, in Scotland. Awakening to the feminine face of God, Anna immerses herself in the compassion practices of the female Buddha Green Tara and her 21 emanations. Deeply inspired, her inner work finds its outer expression in an 18-month global pilgrimage, from Holy Island Lindisfarne to South Africa. As she and her friends distribute 21 small Tara statues, blessed by Akong Tulku Rinpoche, Anna too finds transformation.Touching the deep core of human longing, Quest for the Enlightened Feminine is a story of faith, courage, and determination. Illustrating a path to freedom and happiness, Anna Howard shows how the divine feminine can awaken our enlightened potential. Interwoven with Tibetan Buddhist teachings and methods, including practices with Green Tara and White Tara, Tonglen meditation, and exercises for working with the 21 Taras, this book reveals how to put these sacred teachings into practice in your own life.

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The Blue Velvet Chair - Rio Cortez

A young girl looks out on the world from her favorite chair in this “quiet meditation on the sweet delight of simply observing the changing world” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) by award-winning poet and New York Times bestselling author Rio Cortez.In the morning, a young child opens her eyes, and, after one biiiiig streeeeetch, heads straight for her favorite place in the house: the blue velvet chair. Perched from the chair set by the living room window, the child daydreams about each season of the year and the changes that come with them. A now-snowy roof was once pelted by the slick rain of spring showers. Icy windows will once again transform into conveyors of sunshine and warmth against her skin. And just as the seasons change, the child will continue to change too. But one thing will always remain the same: the coziness of the blue velvet chair.

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Into the Clear Blue Sky - Rob Jackson

THE TIMES BEST SCIENCE BOOK OF 2024WINNER OF THE BLUE PLANET PRIZE 2025'Argues persuasively . . . nothing less than eye-opening' Financial TimesCan we really restore the earth’s atmosphere within our lifetime?Whether through sustainable technologies such as fossil-free steel production, hydrogen-powered ships and electric motorbikes, or natural solutions like rewilding peatlands, people all over the world are finding new ways to travel, feed themselves and drive industry while safeguarding a liveable planet for future generations. Drawing on decades of research and a vast network of experts, Rob Jackson, Chair of the Global Carbon Project, introduces some of the brilliant innovators behind the boldest solutions to climate change – including an Eritrean agricultural scientist, a Swedish CEO and a Brazilian hydrologist. Now we have more tools to combat climate change than ever before, Into the Clear Blue Sky traces a clear path to a better future for us all – one that will see us cutting emissions in inventive new ways that protect our health and livelihoods, while repairing the damage we have caused to the atmosphere. This visionary and transformative book is the call to action we need – right now.

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Mr Gum and the Power Crystals - Andy Stanton

Completely hilarious … kind of The League of Gentlemen for kids'' Zoe BallShabba me whiskers! It''s a bold new look for Mr Gum, the best-selling cult classic, ready for a new generation of nibbleheads.Can it really be true that there’s an ancient curse on the town of Lamonic Bibber? And you guessed it, that old roo-de-lally Mr Gum and his trusty sidekick Billy William the Third have something to do with it. But … our favourite heroes Polly and Friday and the gingerbread biscuit Alan Taylor (only 15.24 cm tall) are determined to save the town (sigh of relief).Mr Gum andthePower Crystals is the fourth book in the internationally best-selling series by Andy Stanton, which has won everything from the Blue Peter Book Award (twice) to the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and the Red House Children’s Book Award.Don''t miss Mr Gum''s other villainously brilliant adventures…You''re a Bad Man, Mr Gum!Mr Gum and the Biscuit BillionaireMr Gum and the GoblinsMr Gum and the Power CrystalsMr Gum and the Dancing BearWhat''s for Dinner, Mr Gum?Mr Gum and the Cherry TreeMr Gum and the Secret HideoutAndy Stanton studied English at Oxford but they kicked him out. Before becoming a children’s writer he was a film script reader, a market researcher, an NHS lackey, a part-time sparrow and a grape. He is best known for the hilarious, bestselling and award-winning Mr Gum series and has also written picture books, including Danny McGee Drinks the Sea. Andy lives in North London and likes cartoons, books and music (even jazz).David Tazzyman studied illustration at Manchester Metropolitan University. As well as illustrating the Mr Gum series, he has illustrated many picture books including Eleanor''s Eyebrows, You Can''t Take an Elephant on the Bus, Michael Rosen''s Jelly Boots, Smelly Boots and My Mum''s Growing Down by Laura Dockrill. He lives in Leicester with his wife and three sons.

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Anna, the Voice of the Magdalenes - Catherine Ann Clemett, Claire Heartsong

In this channelled sequel to the international bestseller Anna, Grandmother of Jesus, we journey with Anna, the Holy Family and 18 other Magdalene-Essenes as they travel to France and Britain after Jesus''s crucifixion and resurrection. This book gives a completely new perspective on the gnostic Mount Carmel Essene mystery school, in which Jesus and Mary Magdalene took initiations, as well as on the Holy Family and the Magdalene Order. Through Claire Heartsong, Anna tells not only the story of Jesus, but also the story of the women who surrounded him throughout his life. The book reveals the deeper mysteries they have safeguarded for aeons of time, including aspects of Jesus''s personal life not recorded in history - his relationships and, most radically, his offspring. In this one-of-a-kind story, Claire shares the information she received from Anna on the ''Seeding of Light'' - the dispersion of Anna, Mother Mary and Jesus''s enlightened descendants whose ''bloodline'' acts as a living catalyst for the awakening of the Christ-Magdalene potential today. Not only does this book give a new view of the Christ drama 2,000 years ago but, more importantly, it offers the potential to lift the suppressed Divine Feminine voice in our time.

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The Blue Castle - Lucy Maud Montgomeryová

From the pen of one of the greatest writers of children''s fiction comes a remarkable story of romance and rebellion.Valency Stirling is a 29-year-old woman trapped in a stifling household, surrounded by domineering family members who are all too eager to observe her perceived failings. Her only refuges are the novels of John Foster and her fantasies of the ''Blue Castle'', an imaginary world where her dreams can come true. When she is diagnosed with a terminal illness, she decides to seize control of her own life, leading her on a liberating journey of personal and romantic discovery.Renowned for Anne of Green Gables, L. M. Montgomery demonstrates that her remarkable talent stretches to the world of adult fiction too. The only book set outside of Prince Edward Island, one of her few stories to feature an adult protagonist, The Blue Castle is rightly acclaimed as one of Montgomery''s most powerful tales.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover designs. Together they make a wonderful collection which is perfect for any home library.

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The Book of the Tree - Angus Hyland, Kendra Wilson

The Book of the Tree is a celebration of trees in art featuring works by some of the world''s leading artists, photographers and illustrators."The tree which moves some to tears of joy is in the eyes of others only a green thing that stands in the way."William BlakeFrom stately old oaks to beautiful forests and woods, trees have provided a source of inspiration for artists throughout history.This charming gift book presents a selection of some of the most beautiful artworks inspired by trees. Interspersed throughout the illustrations are short texts about the artists and their interest in particular trees, from Egon Shiele''s delicate watercolors of chestnut trees, to Rousseau''s exotic forests, Claire Cansick''s vivid woodlands and Hockney''s tree-lined groves.The Book of the Tree presents a wonderful collection of arboreal art that revels in the enduring beauty of our trees, woodlands and forests. It is the perfect gift for art-lovers, tree-lovers and nature-lovers.More books in the series:The Book of the Flower by Angus Hyland and Kendra Wilson (9781786272454)The Book of the Bird by Angus Hyland and Kendra Wilson (9781780677507)The Book of the Dog by Angus Hyland and Kendra Wilson (9781780676562)The Book of the Cat by Angus Hyland and Caroline Roberts (9781786270719)The Book of the Horse by Angus Hyland and Caroline Roberts (9781786272928)

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Christmas Chaos for the Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog - Jeremy Strong

From The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog to karate princesses and hot cross bottoms, there''s a Jeremy Strong story to suit every child''s sense of humour. Jeremy''s readers range from 7 to teen, perfect for fans of Roald Dahl and Andy Stanton.Streaker the dog is brilliant at many things but most of all she''s brilliant at getting into TROUBLE!Something MYSTERIOUS has happened to Streaker''s puppies and Trevor is on a detective mission to find them. But with Streaker causing MAYHEM everywhere she goes, can Trevor track down the puppies before Christmas?Award-winning Jeremy Strong has written many wacky books for children aged 7-teen, including My Dad''s Got an Alligator and My Brother''s Famous Bottom. Most of which are illustrated by Nick Sharratt, who also illustrates for Jacqueline Wilson! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog is back causing more chaos and getting into more trouble in The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog, Lost! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog, Wanted! The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog and The Hundred-Mile-An-Hour Dog Goes for Gold - guaranteed to have you laughing your socks off! Join Jeremy''s Krazy Klub at jeremystrong.co.uk

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The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation - Jane Straus, Lester Kaufman

The bestselling workbook and grammar guide, revised and updated! Hailed as one of the best books around for teaching grammar, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation includes easy-to-understand rules, abundant examples, dozens of reproducible quizzes, and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammar to middle and high schoolers, college students, ESL students, homeschoolers, and more. This concise, entertaining workbook makes learning English grammar and usage simple and fun. This updated 12th edition reflects the latest updates to English usage and grammar, and includes answers to all reproducible quizzes to facilitate self-assessment and learning. Clear and concise, with easy-to-follow explanations, offering "just the facts" on English grammar, punctuation, and usageFully updated to reflect the latest rules, along with even more quizzes and pre- and post-tests to help teach grammarIdeal for students from seventh grade through adulthood in the US and abroad For anyone who wants to understand the major rules and subtle guidelines of English grammar and usage, The Blue Book of Grammar and Punctuation offers comprehensive, straightforward instruction.

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Out of the Blue - Sophie Cameron

Sophie Cameron''s Out of the Blue is a story of love and acceptance and finding your place in this world, as angels drop out of another. When angels start falling from the sky, it seems like the world is ending. But for Jaya the world ended when her mother died, two weeks before the first angel fell.Smashing down to earth at extraordinary speeds, wings bent, faces contorted, not a single angel has survived and, as the world goes angel crazy, Jaya''s father uproots the family to Edinburgh, intent on catching one alive. But Jaya can''t stand his obsession and, struggling to make sense of her mother''s sudden death and her own role on that fateful day, she''s determined to stay out of it. Then something extraordinary happens: an angel lands right at Jaya’s feet, and it’s alive . . .Set against the backdrop of the frenzied Edinburgh festival, Out of the Blue tackles questions of grief and guilt and fear over who we really are.

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Red Sonny: Out Of The Blue - LP (3538189)

LP vinyl - Out of the Blue je album amerického saxofonisty Sonnyho Reda nahrané koncem roku 1959 a začátkem roku 1960. Out of the Blue je album amerického saxofonisty Sonnyho Reda nahrané koncem roku 1959 a začátkem roku 1960. Rok vydání : 1960 Rok reedice : 2022 Seznam stop LP Bluesville / Stay As Sweet As You Are / I #039;ve Been In Love Before / Nadia / Blues In The Pocket / Alone Too Long / The Lope / Stairway To The Stars / Crystal / Lost April / You #039;re Sensational / Blues For Kokee / You #039;re Driving Me Crazy

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The Witches of Vardo - Anya Bergman

They will have justice. They will show their power. They will not burn.'Three women's fight for survival in a time of madness' Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The MerciesNorway, 1662. A dangerous time to be a woman, when even dancing can lead to accusations of witchcraft. After recently widowed Zigri's affair with the local merchant is discovered, she is sent to the fortress at Vardø to be tried as a witch.Zigri's daughter Ingeborg sets off into the wilderness to try to bring her mother back home. Accompanying her on this quest is Maren - herself the daughter of a witch - whose wild nature and unconquerable spirit gives Ingeborg the courage to venture into the unknown, and to risk all she has to save her family.Also captive in the fortress is Anna Rhodius, once the King of Denmark's mistress, who has been sent in disgrace to the island of Vardø. What will she do - and who will she betray - to return to her privileged life at court?These Witches of Vardø are stronger than even the King. In an age weighted against them, they refuse to be victims. They will have their justice. All they need do is show their power.'An intricately woven, timeless novel about prejudice, misogyny, freedom and the power and strength we can find within' - Christy Lefteri, author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo'A passionate indictment of the patriarchy ... a vibrant exaltation of the resilience of women ... Anya Bergman summons a historic witch trial with breathtaking detail and immediacy' Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites'Brilliant and powerful. Haunting and beautifully written. A complex and gripping novel reclaiming and retelling the stories of the women accused of witchcraft in Norway. Hugely atmospheric. Read it!' - Liz Hyder, author of The Gifts

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The Howling Mountain - Anna Kemp

'A magical, fairy-filled read with a twisty plot and main character you'll adore' A.F. Steadman, author of the internationally bestselling Skandar and the Unicorn ThiefLooming ahead of them, black against the darkening sky, was the rocky bulk of a mountain . . . brave the perilous heights and fulfill the prophecy. Will you climb the Howling Mountain? Hazel and Portunia have discovered that the plan to steal magic, involving an alliance between the Fae and the humans, is bigger than they could have ever imagined - and every day more and more children are disappearing. To save Goblyn Wood, Hazel must climb to the Howling Mountain and retrieve the fabled Fairy Axe. She will be tested again and again on her journey. Can she fulfill the prophecy of the slipskin before the magic of Goblyn Wood is gone forever?The spectacular conclusion to this imaginative fantasy world by Waterstones prize-shortlisted author Anna Kemp perfect for fans of Nevermoor and Podkin One-Ear! Praise for Into Goblyn Wood: 'A fabulously rich adventure into a magical landscape, with that most important theme of all: believing in ourselves and the potential we hold.' Sarah Lean, author of the bestselling The Last Bear 'An absolutely sparkling adventure. The perfect book to curl up with as we're stepping into autumn' Alex Foulkes, author of Rules for Vampires 'A beautiful story, beautifully told. Into Goblyn Wood gives readers a wonderful world to lose themselves inside, and to keep daydreaming about for a long time afterwards!' Sylvia Bishop, author of The Bookshop Girl 'Anna Kemp’s world building is sublime . . . It’s unpredictable, perfectly paced and totally gripping... This is a truly brilliant book - fantasy at its finest. I could not put it down and cannot wait to read the next book in the series' Netgalley reviewer

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The Yankee Way - Andy Martino

With rare access to the inner sanctum of the New York Yankees, SNY analyst Andy Martino weaves two years of exclusive interviews with general manager Brian Cashman into a revelatory account of never-before-told stories about Derek Jeter, Aaron Judge, Alex Rodriguez, the complex front office, team ownership, and insights into the World Series wins and day-to-day running of the team that fans never get to see.When Brian Cashman arrived in the Bronx as an intern in 1986, he discovered a team in chaos, run on impulse and emotion and lacking the sheen that had defined the Yankees in earlier eras. Decades later, Cashman had risen through the ranks of the front office, earned the trust of the Steinbrenner family, and become the longest-serving GM in the YankeesÂ’ storied history, helping to transform the Yankees to glory with a string of World Series championships and an unmatched streak of winning seasons. Â With unprecedented inside access and featuring exclusive interviews with Cashman, owner Hal Steinbrenner, top front-office executives, current Yankee stars and coaches, award-winning baseball journalist Andy Martino gives fans a view from the GMÂ’s seat that we would never normally see. From CashmanÂ’s battles with inscrutable team captain Derek Jeter, to tensions between Jeter and A-Rod, to CashmanÂ’s struggles with beloved manager Joe Torre. This book explores the management of egos on the field and in the front office, as well as the evolution of the manager position over generations and into the analytics era. Packed with drama and intrigue, this is the definitive inside account of the most intriguing and storied franchise in Major League Baseball.

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The Riddles of the Sphinx - Anna Shechtman

"A surprising and ambitious investigation of language and the varied ways women resist the paradoxes of patriarchy both on and off the page."—New York TimesCombining the soul-baring confessional of Brain on Fire and the addictive storytelling of The Queen’s Gambit, a renowned puzzle creator’s compulsively readable memoir and history of the crossword puzzle as an unexpected site of women’s work and feminist protest.The indisputable “queen of crosswords,” Anna Shechtman published her first New York Times puzzle at age nineteen, and later, helped to spearhead the The New Yorker’s popular crossword section. Working with a medium often criticized as exclusionary, elitist, and out-of-touch, Anna is one of very few women in the field of puzzle making, where she strives to make the everyday diversion more diverse.In this fascinating work—part memoir, part cultural analysis—she excavates the hidden history of the crossword and the overlooked women who have been central to its creation and evolution, from the “Crossword Craze” of the 1920s to the role of digital technology today. As she tells the story of her own experience in the CrossWorld, she analyzes the roles assigned to women in American culture, the boxes they’ve been allowed to fill, and the ways that they’ve used puzzles to negotiate the constraints and play of desire under patriarchy.The result is an unforgettable and engrossing work of art, a loving and revealing homage to one of our most treasured, entertaining, and ultimately political pastimes.

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Love in the Holy Qur'an - HRH Prince Ghazi bin Muhammad

Love in the Holy Qur''an is the first work to discuss all aspects of love from the perspective of the Holy Qur''an. The author treats in a simple and accessible style, with reader-friendly and teaching-friendly features, not only of love of God and love of the neighbour, but also of family love; friendship; the stages of falling in love; sexual love; extra-marital love; beauty; taste and much more—all based entirely on the Holy Qur''an. At least one verse from every chapter—and over one fifth of the total text of the Holy Qur''an—is cited. Love in the Holy Qur''an is written and structured both to be read in its totality or as individual ''stand-alone'' chapters to be sampled at will. This work is thus essential reading not only for Muslims and those interested in Islam and the Holy Qur''an, but for all those interested in the secrets and mysteries of love as such. This new edition contains a number of expanded discussions on love and mercy and suggests other types of love not mentioned in previous editions.

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